Three-time Ballon d’Or winner joins Gatorade’s roster of top football talent as the brand continues to champion the preparation, consistency and sports science behind elite performance. 

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PURCHASE, N.Y., Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For decades, Gatorade has supported footballers at every level across the globe, from local pitches to the world’s biggest stages. Ahead of the new football season and following in the footsteps of football greats like Vinícius Júnior, Julián Álvarez and Luis Díaz, the brand welcomes three-time Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmatí to Team Gatorade, bringing together one of the game’s most accomplished players with a brand built on helping athletes prepare, perform and recover through science-based hydration. 

As a Spain international and FC Barcelona midfielder, Bonmatí has established herself as one of football’s defining players, driven by an unwavering commitment to improvement. While supporters see the trophies, the performances and the moments that define a career, her success has been built on the work that happens long before kick-off – the preparation, recovery, consistency and discipline required to compete at the highest level. 

The partnership forms part of Gatorade’s global Is It In You? platform, which celebrates the work behind performance. Together, Bonmatí and Gatorade will shine a light on the daily habits that underpin elite sport, encouraging athletes to trust the preparation that allows them to perform when it matters most. 

Built on Preparation 

Joining Team Gatorade marks the next chapter in Bonmatí’s career as she prepares for another season competing at the highest level of world football. Through the partnership, she will share the mindset, routines and habits that have helped her sustain success throughout her career, alongside the role science-based hydration plays in supporting training, recovery and matchday performance. 

The partnership will also create opportunities to highlight the importance of understanding the unique physiological needs of female athletes and the role sports science can play in helping athletes prepare for the demands of a long season. 

“People remember the ninety minutes. They remember the trophies, the goals and the moments that define a career. What they don’t always remember is everything that comes before them. Every training session. Every recovery session. Every choice you make to be ready for the next challenge. I call it invisible training and that is what has shaped me as a player. That is what has allowed me to keep improving. Joining Team Gatorade feels natural because we share the same belief – that there are no shortcuts. Only preparation. Only consistency. That is the story of my career.” – Aitana Bonmatí, Gatorade athlete 

Supporting Performance Through Sports Science 

Gatorade has helped athletes prepare for competition through the expertise of the Gatorade Sports Science Institute (GSSI). Working alongside elite athletes and teams around the world, GSSI translates decades of hydration and performance research into practical insights that help athletes better understand their individual needs. 

Elite female football, players can lose between one and one and half litres of fluid through sweat during a 90-minute match1,2, with hydration needs varying significantly between individuals. These insights underpin Gatorade’s science-backed approach to hydration, helping athletes prepare for training, competition and recovery through science-based hydration strategies. 

As the newest member of Team Gatorade, Bonmatí joins a global roster of athletes who benefit from the brand’s long-standing commitment to sports science and innovation. This partnership brings together Bonmatí’s pursuit of peak performance and Gatorade’s expertise in sports science, highlighting the role hydration plays in preparation, performance, and recovery at every level of sport – from professionals to everyday athletes – and how Gatorade brings that expertise to athletes, helping them perform at their best. 

“The best athletes make the extraordinary look effortless. What people don’t always see is the discipline, preparation and consistency behind every performance. Aitana has set the standard in world football not only through her talent, but through her relentless commitment to improving every day. That’s why she’s such a natural fit for Team Gatorade. Through the Gatorade Sports Science Institute, we’ve spent decades helping athletes better understand how science-backed hydration can support performance, training and recovery. We’re proud to welcome Aitana to Team Gatorade as we continue championing the preparation, sports science and mindset that help athletes perform at their best when it matters most.” – Eugene Willemsen, CEO, International Beverages, PepsiCo 

About Gatorade 

Gatorade, a division of PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP), has been built on more than 61 years of studying athletes and the science of sweat. Trusted by athletes at every level, from community pitches to the world’s most prestigious international stages, across more than 80 countries worldwide, Gatorade’s scientifically formulated range of hydration and performance products is designed to replace what athletes lose and fuel what they need to perform at their best. For more information, visit www.gatorade.com.  

About PepsiCo 

PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated nearly $94 billion in net revenue in 2025, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo’s product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and drinks, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales. 

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that places sustainability at the center of our business strategy, seeking to drive growth and build a stronger, more resilient future for PepsiCo and the communities where we operate. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com, and follow on X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @PepsiCo. 

1 Barnes KA, et al. (2019). Normative Data for Sweating Rate, Sweat Sodium Concentration, and Sweat Sodium Loss in Athletes: An Update and Analysis by Sport. Journal of Sports Sciences. Gatorade Sports Science Institute.  

2Tarnowski CA, Rollo I, Carter JM, Lizarraga-Dallo MA, Oliva MP, Clifford T, James LJ, Randell RK. Fluid Balance and Carbohydrate Intake of Elite Female Soccer Players during Training and Competition. Nutrients. 2022 Aug 3;14(15):3188. doi: 10.3390/nu14153188. PMID: 35956363; PMCID: PMC9370343. 

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NORWALK, Connecticut, 14 agosto 2026 /PRNewswire/ — (NYSE: BMNR; BMNP) Bitmine Immersion Technologies, Inc. (“Bitmine” o la “Società”) ha annunciato oggi che il consiglio di amministrazione ha approvato la distribuzione di diciassette dividendi in contanti sulle azioni preferenziali perpetue serie A al 9,50% della società (le “azioni preferenziali di serie A”), quotate alla Borsa di New York con il simbolo “BMNP”. 

I dividendi saranno pagabili in contanti, in conformità ai termini del certificato di designazione che disciplina le azioni preferenziali di serie A. Le date di registrazione, le date di pagamento e gli importi per azione per ciascun dividendo sono riportati di seguito: 

Informazioni su Bitmine 

Bitmine Immersion Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BMNR), e le sue controllate (“Bitmine” o la “Società”), è una società specializzata in infrastrutture per la tecnologia blockchain, attiva nei servizi istituzionali di staking e validazione di asset digitali, nel mining di Bitcoin e nella gestione strategica di asset digitali. In qualità di leader mondiale tra le società con una strategia di tesoreria basata su Ethereum, la società implementa un’innovativa strategia sugli asset digitali, destinata a investitori istituzionali e operatori dei mercati pubblici. La Società fornisce infrastrutture di staking e validazione di livello istituzionale, che le consente di generare ricompense di staking e redditi dall’attività di validazione, oltre a svolgere attività di mining di Bitcoin. Bitmine detiene asset digitali come parte della propria strategia aziendale, generando rendimenti su tali attività a sostegno della liquidità e della raccolta di capitale. Dal 2025, la Società ha ampliato le proprie capacità di infrastruttura blockchain, tra cui lo sviluppo e l’implementazione di MAVAN, la sua piattaforma istituzionale di staking e validazione. Le attività della Società comprendono inoltre investimenti in iniziative blockchain in fase iniziale (investimenti “moonshot”), nonché servizi accessori di mining, hosting e consulenza. 

Per ulteriori dettagli, seguiteci su X:https://x.com/bitmnr
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Dichiarazioni previsionali 

Il presente comunicato stampa contiene dichiarazioni che costituiscono “dichiarazioni previsionali” ai sensi del Private Securities Litigation Reform Act del 1995. Le dichiarazioni contenute nel presente comunicato stampa, che non sono puramente storiche, sono dichiarazioni previsionali che comportano rischi e incertezze. Tali dichiarazioni previsionali possono essere identificate dall’uso di termini quali “si attende”, “prevede”, “previsto”, “intende”, “ritiene”, “anticipa”, “stima” e altre espressioni analoghe. Il presente documento contiene, in particolare, dichiarazioni previsionali riguardanti i pagamenti dei dividendi della società sui titoli preferenziali di serie A. Nel valutare tali dichiarazioni previsionali, occorre considerare vari fattori, tra cui: la capacità di Bitmine di finanziare le attività correnti, le operazioni di tesoreria di Ethereum e le attività future proposte; le condizioni di mercato che influenzano il prezzo di negoziazione delle azioni ordinarie e delle azioni preferenziali di serie A della società; gli sviluppi normativi che riguardano le attività digitali, compresa l’adozione e l’attuazione definitiva della legislazione in sospeso e delle iniziative della SEC; la volatilità e l’imprevedibilità dei prezzi delle attività digitali; le prestazioni, l’affidabilità e la sicurezza dello staking della società; operazioni e valore futuro di Bitcoin ed Ethereum. Le prestazioni future e i risultati futuri effettivi potrebbero differire notevolmente da quelli espressi nelle dichiarazioni previsionali. Le dichiarazioni previsionali sono soggette a numerose condizioni, molte delle quali esulano dal controllo di Bitmine, comprese quelle riportate nella sezione Fattori di rischio del modulo 10-K di Bitmine depositato presso la SEC il 21 novembre 2025, nonché in tutti gli altri documenti depositati presso la SEC, modificati o aggiornati di volta in volta. Le copie dei documenti depositati da Bitmine presso la SEC sono disponibili sul sito web della SEC all’indirizzo www.sec.gov. Bitmine non si assume alcun obbligo di aggiornare tali dichiarazioni in seguito a revisioni o modifiche successive alla data del presente comunicato, salvo quanto previsto dalla legge. 

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LUCCA – Un uomo di 30 anni, cittadino di origine marocchina, è stato arrestato la scorsa notte a Lucca con l’accusa di detenzione ai fini di spaccio. L’operazione è stata condotta dagli agenti della Squadra Volante della Questura cittadina durante i consueti servizi di monitoraggio del territorio.

L’intervento ha avuto inizio in piazza Santa Maria, dove i poliziotti hanno fermato il giovane per un controllo. L’atteggiamento sospetto mostrato dal trentenne, che risultava già noto alle forze dell’ordine per precedenti reati legati agli stupefacenti, ha spinto gli agenti ad approfondire le verifiche con una perquisizione sul posto. Addosso all’uomo sono state trovate cinque dosi di cocaina già confezionate e pronte per la vendita al minuto, insieme a una rilevante somma di denaro in banconote di piccolo taglio, ritenuta il probabile incasso dell’attività illecita.

A seguito del primo ritrovamento, l’operazione si è spostata all’interno dell’abitazione dell’indagato. La perquisizione domiciliare ha permesso di recuperare ulteriore cocaina, portando il totale della sostanza sequestrata a oltre 23 grammi. Nella casa sono stati inoltre rinvenuti due telefoni cellulari e il materiale necessario per pesare e confezionare lo stupefacente.

Il giovane è stato dichiarato in arresto in flagranza di reato ed è stato trattenuto nelle camere di sicurezza della Questura. Attualmente si trova a disposizione dell’Autorità Giudiziaria in attesa di essere giudicato con rito direttissimo.

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BLACKMILL GAMES AND THE DIRECTORATE OF GALLIPOLI HISTORICAL SITE LAUNCH COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIP TO BRING THE GALLIPOLI CAMPAIGN TO MORE GLOBAL PLAYERS 

ÇANAKKALE, Türkiye, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Gallipoli Campaign, a pivotal turning point in world history, has been brought into the digital realm through the video game Gallipoli. 

The launch of the collaboration between the Directorate of Gallipoli Historical Site and BlackMill Games -a prominent global game developer- was hosted on August 10 at Seddülbahir Fortress, the very site where the historical battles occurred. 

Within a dedicated experience area constructed for the event, participants had the opportunity to navigate the digitally reconstructed historical landscape amid the authentic atmosphere of the original battlefield. 

Speaking at the launch event, İsmail Kaşdemir, President of the Directorate of Gallipoli Historical Site, noted , “Games are one of the most effective ways to reach children and young people. I hope this game will increase interest in Çanakkale both in Türkiye and around the world, encouraging more people to visit and learn about this historic land. Turkish children will have the opportunity to play as Turkish heroes, while players worldwide will gain a deeper understanding of Çanakkale. Although the war ended 111 years ago with a great Turkish victory, today these lands, under the Turkish flag, stand for peace, tranquillity, and well-being. We are determined to preserve this peace and safeguard the memories and heritage entrusted to us.” 

Jos Hoebe, CEO of BlackMill Games, remarked, “We are proud and delighted to be partnering up with the Directorate of Gallipoli Historical Site on this project. This partnership demonstrates the value of bringing together the expertise of historical institutions and the creative capabilities of the games industry. By working together, we can help bring the history of the Gallipoli Front to a much wider audience and encourage a deeper understanding of the battles and the people who shaped this important chapter of history. For us, it is meaningful recognition of how games can serve as a powerful medium for engaging new audiences with historical heritage.” 

Following the speeches, Kaşdemir and Hoebe formally signed the collaboration protocol. 

“GALLIPOLI” TO BE RELEASED ON AUGUST 20 

Gallipoli, the latest title from BlackMill Games -a studio renowned for its World War I themed games- will be released to players worldwide on August 20. 

Moving beyond the conventions of a standard war game, Gallipoli offers an immersive experience that presents Gallipoli to the digital domain as an integral component of humanity’s shared historical memory. 

Players will have the opportunity to experience the geography of the campaign, contemporary historical conditions, military uniforms, weaponry, trenches, and battlefields reconstructed with high fidelity to historical reality. 

FROM HISTORICAL GEOGRAPHY TO DIGITAL EXPERIENCE 

Gallipoli digitally reconstructs key locations of the Gallipoli Campaign, most notably Seddülbahir Fortress, Kumkale, Ariburnu, and Anzac Cove. Alongside the physical geography, historical structures, natural environments, trenches, military uniforms, and period weaponry have been integrated in strict accordance with the historical realities of the era. 

This approach aims not merely to simulate combat within a battlefield environment, but to allow players to experience the geography and temporal atmosphere in which the historical events unfolded. 

TRANSLATING HISTORICAL REALITY INTO DIGITAL ENVIRONMENTS 

To ensure an accurate representation of the Gallipoli Front and the Gallipoli Historical Site, the Directorate of Gallipoli Historical Site is making all comprehensive archival materials, historical documentation, and technical datasets available to BlackMill Games. 

LIDAR scans, 3D spatial data, maps, and technical documentation are being provided to the development team to facilitate the modeling of historical structures, battlefields, and natural terrain. Furthermore, the Directorate has coordinated field operations, enabling the BlackMill Games team to conduct technical examinations and site visits across the historical battlefields. 

Through these rigorous efforts, the digital rendering of Gallipoli within the game is designed to establish a robust connection with the actual geography and tangible historical heritage. 

Contact:  Huseyin Ulgen+905300675997huseyin.ulgen@dha.com.tr
 

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China Foreign Trade Industry Annual Mega-Event “XTransfer Summit 26” Concludes Successfully 

SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — XTransfer, the World’s Leading B2B Cross-border Trade Payment Platform, successfully hosted China’s premier annual foreign trade event, XTransfer Summit 26, in Shenzhen. The summit gathered over 4,500 foreign trade enterprises, more than 50 top-tier banks and financial institutions, and numerous industry experts for in-depth discussions on global trade opportunities, business growth strategies, and digital intelligence in cross-border finance. 

The summit explored how SME foreign traders can navigate global uncertainties. According to an XTransfer client survey, SME export performance remains optimistic this year. Despite geopolitical tensions and shipping disruptions, SMEs are reporting healthier payment collections and stronger bargaining power in international markets. 

Serving Over 1 Million Enterprise Clients: Protecting Every Foreign Trader’s Global Dream with Fintech 

Bill Deng, Founder and CEO of XTransfer, said, “SMEs are stabilisers of globalisation. Facing de-globalisation, geopolitical risks, and logistics volatility, they continue to show remarkable resilience. SMEs are more agile in adjusting market strategies while steadily improving pricing power and operational quality.” 

Deng emphasised, “SMEs are the most capable force in global trade, and every foreign trader’s global dream deserves to be protected.” He added, “Through years of dedicated focus on SME cross-border payment pain points, XTransfer delivers secure, compliant, and efficient solutions to help more businesses go global. Since our founding, we have served over 1 million enterprise clients and continue to expand our local collection and settlement capabilities globally, optimising collection experiences and working capital efficiency.” 

XTransfer’s pioneering Local Account service now covers nearly 60 countries and regions across Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, Australia, and New Zealand, enabling buyers to pay sellers in local currencies and significantly boosting capital turnover. 

AI and Global Risk Control Enhance Compliance Efficiency: TradePilot Drives Audit Automation 

To address SMEs’ core needs for security, compliance, efficiency, and cost optimisation, XTransfer has ramped up fintech investments, scaling AI applications in risk control and business processes. 

XTransfer has also built a unified global B2B cross-border trade settlement and risk management system to safeguard SME transactions. According to CIC, TradePilot is the world’s first and most advanced AI model for B2B cross-border trade payments. With 72 AI agents embedded in TradePilot’s review workflow, covering KYC onboarding, transaction authenticity verification, and ongoing AML monitoring, TradePilot delivers industry-leading performance in risk control accuracy and user experience. 

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FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Germany, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CVC DIF, the infrastructure business of global private markets manager CVC, has agreed to acquire a significant majority stake in firstcolo GmbH. The investment will be made through CVC DIF Value Add IV. CUBE Infrastructure is the seller. Completion of the transaction is expected by the end of September 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. 

Founded in 2007, firstcolo is an established data centre and digital infrastructure partner in the Frankfurt metropolitan region. The company operates two data centres in the region and serves more than 350 customers with colocation, dedicated hardware, cloud, connectivity and managed services. Its business model combines highly available, certified infrastructure with direct technical support and personal points of contact. 

The partnership with CVC DIF provides the foundation for firstcolo to implement its next phase of growth. The initial focus is the FRA7 greenfield project in Rosbach vor der Höhe, within the Frankfurt metropolitan region. The facility will provide up to 24 MW of total capacity, equivalent to up to 16 MW of IT load, and is designed to support demanding artificial intelligence, high-performance computing and cloud workloads. 

FRA7 is being planned as an AI-ready data centre from the outset. The infrastructure is designed for liquid-cooled high-density racks supporting up to 200 kW per rack. Advanced liquid cooling, robust power infrastructure, a scalable design and high-performance connectivity will provide the technical foundation for compute-intensive GPU clusters, AI training and inference workloads, as well as other high-performance applications. firstcolo is also targeting a PUE of below 1.2 for the site. 

The site, power supply, permits and delivery through a turnkey construction model have already been secured. firstcolo has also entered into a partnership with regional energy provider OVAG, which will secure the site’s energy supply and enable the use of data centre waste heat in regional district heating networks. 

FRA7 will provide an important foundation for the continued development of firstcolo’s high-performance data centre platform. The project is expected to strengthen the company’s capabilities in delivering AI-ready, energy-efficient infrastructure and to inform the development of potential future sites in the Frankfurt region and other attractive German markets. Over time, firstcolo aims to scale its platform in line with customer demand and market opportunities. 

Jerome Evans and Nicolaj Kamensek will remain active managers and shareholders of firstcolo in their respective roles as CEO and COO. Together with CFO Dennis Bergfeld and the existing management team, they will lead the company through its next phase of development.   

Jerome Evans, CEO and Co-Founder of firstcolo, commented:„The partnership with CVC DIF marks an important milestone for firstcolo – and a significant endorsement of what our team has built over recent years. We are proud to have gained a partner in CVC DIF that shares our long-term vision and will support us in delivering it. FRA7 is more than a new data centre: it will strengthen our platform and enhance our ability to support the next generation of AI, cloud and enterprise workloads. Together with CVC DIF, we intend to build on our strong operational foundation, expand our presence in the Frankfurt metropolitan region and pursue further growth opportunities in attractive German markets. Our objective is to develop firstcolo into one of Germany’s leading colocation providers – delivering high-performance, reliable and long-term predictable infrastructure from Germany.” 

Nicolaj Kamensek, COO and Co-Founder of firstcolo, commented:„Since our foundation, firstcolo has been built on technical excellence, operational reliability and close customer relationships. We will now apply these principles across a significantly larger platform. FRA7 will be delivered as a state-of-the-art, AI-ready data centre supporting up to 200 kW per rack, with advanced liquid cooling, robust power infrastructure, high-performance connectivity and scalable operating processes. The experience gained through the planning, construction and operation of the facility will strengthen our capabilities and inform the development of potential future projects. As we grow, it is essential that we maintain our quality standards, short decision-making paths and the personal technical responsibility our customers value.” 

Willem Jansonius, Managing Partner at CVC DIF and Head of the CVC DIF Value Add strategy, commented:”firstcolo represents a rare opportunity to invest in a high-quality, founder-led colocation platform in an attractive and supply-constrained FLAP-D data centre markets. The company combines a resilient, cash-generative existing business with a substantially de-risked expansion project and a differentiated service offering for enterprise customers. We look forward to working with Jerome, Nicolaj, Dennis and the wider firstcolo team to deliver FRA7 and support the company’s development into the leading German colocation platform.” 

Stefan Moosmann, Head of DACH at CVC DIF, commented:„firstcolo is a strong example of CVC DIF’s local-for-local approach in action. The opportunity was sourced through our Frankfurt team’s local network and developed in seamless collaboration with our pan-European digital infrastructure team. By combining local market access with deep sector and execution expertise, we were able to develop strong conviction in the business and a clear plan to support its next phase of growth. ” 

Through the continued development of its platform, firstcolo aims to support sustainable digital value creation for businesses in Germany. The company will focus in particular on requirements arising from artificial intelligence and high-performance computing, sovereign cloud architectures, regulated industries and business-critical enterprise workloads. Energy efficiency, the use of renewable energy, advanced cooling technologies and the integration of waste-heat concepts form central components of its development approach. 

For further information, please visit firstcolo.net.  

About firstcolo:   

The firstcolo Group, based in Frankfurt am Main, is one of the leading operators of state-of-the-art data centres. Since its foundation in 2007, the company has been offering bespoke IT infrastructure solutions, ranging from colocation and server systems to cloud solutions. With a guaranteed availability of 99.999 per cent and certifications to ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and ISO 9001:2015, firstcolo sets the highest standards in operational reliability and data protection. 

All firstcolo data centre operations are powered by certified renewable electricity. Excellent connectivity and low latency are also ensured by the company’s own IP backbone, with a capacity of over 2,000 Gbit/s. Today, more than 350 customers from various sectors place their trust in the team of around 80 experts, who are helping to shape the digital future in a sustainable way through personalised support and innovative strength. 

About CVC DIF:  

CVC DIF is a leading global mid-market infrastructure equity fund manager. 

Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, CVC DIF has c. EUR 23 billion of infrastructure assets under management in energy transition, transport, utilities and digitalisation. 

With over 260 people in 12 offices, CVC DIF offers a unique market approach, combining a global presence with the benefits of strong local networks and sector-focused investment capabilities. 

CVC DIF forms the infrastructure strategy of leading global private markets manager CVC. This partnership allows CVC DIF to benefit from CVC’s global platform, with 29 offices across five continents. 

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La Regione Toscana ha stanziato un fondo di 9,3 milioni di euro per finanziare percorsi di formazione professionale mirati a facilitare l’inserimento lavorativo nei settori chiave dell’economia locale. La misura, supportata dalle risorse europee del programma Fse+ 2021-2027, si articola in undici avvisi pubblici e si rivolge a persone disoccupate, soggetti inattivi e lavoratori in cassa integrazione straordinaria (Cigs) con una riduzione dell’orario pari o superiore al 50%.

L’iniziativa punta a colmare la distanza tra le competenze possedute da chi cerca impiego e le reali necessità delle aziende, riducendo quel disallineamento noto agli addetti ai lavori come ‘skills mismatch’. I corsi riguarderanno gli ambiti produttivi considerati più strategici per il territorio, tra cui artigianato, moda, metallurgia, meccanica, turismo e trasporti. L’individuazione di questi comparti deriva da uno studio dell’Irpet, che ha valutato la capacità di generare nuova occupazione, la qualità delle posizioni lavorative e i livelli di competitività.

Un’attenzione specifica è riservata alle grandi trasformazioni del mercato. I percorsi formativi accompagneranno i partecipanti anche verso la transizione digitale ed ecologica, abbracciando comparti in espansione come la ‘green’ e la ‘blue economy’ e stimolando l’aggiornamento tecnologico.

Sul fronte operativo, l’organizzazione dei corsi è affidata agli enti formativi accreditati, che potranno presentare i propri progetti, anche in associazione o in partnership con le aziende stesse, entro la scadenza del 30 settembre 2026. Per i cittadini interessati a frequentare le lezioni, l’avvio delle attività in aula è previsto nei primi mesi del 2027.

A inquadrare la ratio della manovra è il presidente della Regione, Eugenio Giani: “Si tratta di un investimento significativo che conferma il nostro pieno impegno per una formazione capace di guardare al futuro e di rispondere alle esigenze concrete del nostro sistema produttivo”.

Sulle finalità del piano è intervenuto anche l’assessore regionale al lavoro e alla formazione, Alberto Lenzi, evidenziando il duplice obiettivo dello stanziamento: “Vogliamo mettere al centro le competenze e il rapporto diretto tra formazione e mondo del lavoro. La Toscana investe per costruire percorsi capaci di rispondere concretamente ai fabbisogni delle imprese, aiutando le persone ad acquisire professionalità che oggi sono richieste e spesso difficili da reperire. È un investimento che guarda insieme alla competitività del nostro sistema produttivo e alle opportunità occupazionali per le persone”.

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AMSTERDAM, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Varia US Properties AG (“Varia US” or the “Company”), the Swiss-listed investor in the U.S. multifamily sector, externally managed by Stoneweg, an SWI Group Company, has signed a definitive agreement with affiliates of Brookfield Asset Management (“Brookfield”) in relation to 13 of Varia’s 17-property U.S. multifamily portfolio, through a newly formed USD 693.9 million two-vehicle joint venture. 

The joint venture provides access to up to USD 200 million equity capital to fund future acquisitions, enabling Varia US to expand its portfolio and reposition the Company towards a higher-quality portfolio. Varia US will actively invest in the JV assets to maximise value ahead of planned disposals, with proceeds recycled into higher-quality acquisitions, enhancing liquidity and financial flexibility while reducing capital requirements associated with older, more capital-intensive assets. 

The 13 properties, comprising 4,112 units located across nine U.S. states, have been divided into two newly formed vehicles, with an aggregate gross asset value of approximately $694 million, and four properties will remain wholly owned and consolidated by Varia US. 

Max-Herve George, co-founder and CEO of SWI Group, commented: “Partnering with an institution of Brookfield’s calibre is a strong reflection of the quality of Varia US’s portfolio and of our platform. This joint venture gives us the firepower and the flexibility to concentrate on high-quality residential communities, while positioning Varia US to grow decisively as the U.S. living sector continues to reward scale and discipline.” 

About SWI Group 

SWI Capital Holding Ltd (www.swi.com), listed on Euronext Amsterdam under the ticker SWICH (ISIN: SGXPZ11CH7U7), is a global investment group driven by an entrepreneurial spirit that operates in a number of sectors, including Data Centers, Real Estate, Credit, and the Financial Sector. The Group’s investment strategies are 

grounded in thorough research, in-depth first-hand knowledge, and the ability to efficiently implement strategies to maximise the greatest return potential. SWI Group relies on local operating teams to identify, develop and manage opportunities around the world, both real estate and investment strategies. SWI Group currently has approximately €11 billion of assets under management and employs over 280 people in 26 offices across the world. 

About Varia US Properties AG 

Varia US Properties AG is a Swiss-based real estate company exclusively investing in the U.S. multifamily market, with a focus on secondary and tertiary markets characterized by strong population and employment growth. Established in September 2015, Varia US Properties AG acquires, holds, repositions and manages multifamily properties to secure stable rental income and long-term value growth for its investors. The Company’s asset manager is Stoneweg SA, a Geneva-based international real estate asset manager. The shares in Varia US Properties AG are listed on SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol VARN. More information: www.variausproperties.com
 

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CHENGDU, China, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On August 7, KAILAS celebrated the 20th anniversary of its Mountain Adventure Project with a special sharing session at Chengdu MixC. Climbers including Jon Otto, Li Zongli, Liu Junfu, Zhou Song, Zhang Qingwei “Yeren”, and Alan Rousseau gathered to reflect on two decades of mountain exploration, route development and the evolution of Chinese climbing. 

Launched in 2006, the KAILAS Mountain Adventure Project has supported Chinese climbers in exploring unclimbed peaks, developing new routes and documenting first-hand mountain experience. Over the past 20 years, the project has witnessed the progression of Chinese climbing — from learning and following established routes to creating new lines and exploring unknown terrain. 

Yaomei Peak, the highest peak of Mt. Siguniang, served as a key thread throughout the event. From earlier landmark ascents to newly developed routes, Yaomei Peak reflects how different generations of climbers have continued to search for new possibilities on the same mountain. 

During the sharing session, the climbers discussed route development, technical progression, teamwork and the mindset behind exploration. Jon Otto shared his long-term experience in Chinese mountain exploration and climbing education. Li Zongli and Liu Junfu reflected on their experiences with established and new routes. Zhou Song and Zhang Qingwei shared insights from their 2024 ascent of the north face of Yaomei Peak and the development of the new route “Wu”. Alan Rousseau, an IFMGA-certified mountain guide and two-time Piolet d’Or winner, offered an international perspective on China’s climbing potential and the value of exchange within the global climbing community. 

The event also marked the launch of the Mountain Adventure Project website, which brings together mountain and route information, expedition stories, project updates and climbers’ experiences accumulated over two decades. By organizing and sharing these resources, the platform aims to make exploration knowledge more accessible and support information exchange among climbers worldwide. 

For KAILAS, 20 years of the Mountain Adventure Project represent more than a history of exploration. They reflect a long-term commitment to curiosity, respect, technical progress and knowledge sharing. As climbing continues to evolve, KAILAS will keep supporting climbers as they explore new routes, share experience and build connections across the global climbing community. 

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Dai festival alle vacanze in bicicletta fino alla corsa, la serie HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 e un ecosistema in crescita di app dedicate aiutano gli amanti dello sport a sfruttare al meglio l’estate 

LONDRA, 13 agosto 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Quest’estate, Huawei sta aiutando gli amanti dello sport a ottenere di più da ogni momento all’aperto. Combinando la serie HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 con un ecosistema di app sviluppate per attività specifiche, Huawei riunisce hardware e software per supportare festival, ciclismo, corsa e altro ancora, qualunque forma prenda il movimento estivo. 

Festival estivi senza ingombri 

Le giornate lunghe, le serate che si protraggono fino a tardi e gli orari serrati definiscono la stagione estiva dei festival, ma molti partecipanti preferiscono lasciare il portafoglio e persino il telefono. Con i pagamenti con smartphone azionati da Curve Pay, gli utenti possono pagare bevande, cibo e prodotti direttamente dal polso. L’esperienza funziona su entrambi i dispositivi Android e iOS, quindi gli utenti non sono mai limitati dal telefono che portano. 

Occhi sulla strada, percorso sul polso 

Le vacanze in bicicletta e i percorsi panoramici sono un punto fermo dell’estate, ma molti ciclisti si affidano ancora a un telefono montato sul manubrio per le indicazioni. Abbinata a Naviki, la serie HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 porta la navigazione al polso, consentendo ai ciclisti di seguire un percorso con uno sguardo invece di distogliere lo sguardo dalla strada. Komoot lo estende ulteriormente, aiutando escursionisti, corridori e ciclisti a scoprire, seguire e condividere i loro percorsi con fiducia, in modo che possano concentrarsi sull’avventura che li attende. 

Ogni corridore, ogni obiettivo 

L’estate è anche il momento in cui molte persone si mettono più spesso le scarpe da jogging, sia che si tratti di una prima corsetta leggera o di un piano strutturato prima della gara. L’ecosistema di Huawei è pensato per soddisfare i corridori in qualsiasi fase si trovino. 

Per i corridori focalizzati sulle prestazioni, Intervals.icu e RacePace apportano precisione all’allenamento. Entrambi si collegano tramite l’app HUAWEI Health sul telefono abbinato, sincronizzando il ritmo, la frequenza cardiaca e i dati sul sonno catturati sull’orologio. Intervals.icu si concentra sulle analisi, aiutando i corridori a tracciare e migliorare ogni allenamento, mentre RacePace è sviluppato intorno alla strategia di gara, dal ritmo alla previsione del tempo finale. 

Per i corridori che sono ancora alla di ricerca della continuità, Kotcha e URUNN offrono un percorso più guidato. Kotcha porta il coaching al polso, trasformando i metodi di allenamento d’élite in una guida video ed esercizi personalizzati, mentre URUNN costruisce un piano di allenamento personalizzato attorno al ritmo e agli obiettivi di ogni corridore, con la guida di allenatori d’élite. 

Sotto ogni livello di corsa si trovano i fondamenti. FIIT, con oltre 60 milioni di allenamenti completati sulla piattaforma, completa il quadro con allenamenti guidati e motivazione quotidiana che aiutano i corridori a costruire la forza e la coerenza che supportano una migliore esecuzione complessiva. 

Altri modi per muoversi e rimanere connessi 

L’estate è una stagione all’insegna della socialità e anche l’ecosistema di Huawei ne tiene conto. Il padel è sempre più popolare, in tutta Europa, ma mantenere il punteggio a metà partita spesso significa mettere in pausa il gioco o avere un telefono a portata di mano. Padel Point risolve direttamente questo problema grazie alla sua app per dispositivi indossabili: i giocatori possono registrare ogni punto direttamente dalla serie HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5, mentre l’orologio gestisce automaticamente vantaggi, tie-break e conteggio dei set, mantenendo il gioco fluido e senza interruzioni. 

Un ecosistema in crescita, aperto a nuovi partner 

Le app che stanno dietro alle esperienze di questa estate fanno parte di una storia più ampia: L’ecosistema di Huawei continua a crescere, e l’azienda continua a invitare nuovi partner a sviluppare su questa piattaforma. Per gli sviluppatori e i brand sportivi, il percorso di collaborazione è semplice: si può integrare Health Kit oppure creare app native per HUAWEI AppGallery, con strumenti, API e supporto go–to–market pensati per portare sul mercato esperienze indossabili davvero coinvolgenti. Inoltre, l’acquisto di un HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Series include un mese di vantaggi Health+, mentre il modello HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Pro offre tre mesi, insieme all’accesso a Huawei MultiPass e ai benefici esclusivi dei partner, tra cui Komoot, Naviki, URUNN e FIIT. 

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Portable Device is Designed to Support a Variety of Clinical Needs 

WESTBOROUGH, Mass., Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Olympus Corporation (Olympus), a global MedTech company committed to advancing endoscopy-enabled care, today announced an exclusive global distribution agreement with Endocision for a portable, single-use flexible cryocatheter system. 

Under the agreement, Olympus will serve as the exclusive global distributor of the Endocision platform designed to support a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopic procedures. Olympus and Endocision expect commercial launch in the U.S., Canada and Europe early next year. 

The agreement will expand and enhance Olympus’ respiratory portfolio, which includes endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) that plays a key role in the visualization and biopsy of lung tissue and lymph nodes. 

“This agreement with Endocision highlights Olympus’ commitment to strengthening our respiratory solutions that range from peripheral bronchoscopy and radial EBUS to single-use bronchoscopes that provide the right scope in the right situation” said Seiji Kuramoto, Executive Officer and Surgical and Interventional Solutions Division Head at Olympus. “Our collaboration brings together Olympus’ expertise in ultrasound technology and Endocision’s innovative approach to cryotechnology to help support better patient outcomes.” 

Cryocatheter system offers portability, versatility 

The system’s portable design does not require an electric source or large CO2 tanks to operate, expanding access to cryobiopsy and cryoextraction into multiple care settings throughout the hospital such as bronchoscopy suites, ICUs, operating rooms and emergency departments. 

Cryotechnology has become an important tool in interventional pulmonology and thoracic endoscopy, supporting both tissue acquisition and therapeutic airway interventions. Clinical applications may include transbronchial cryobiopsy for tissue acquisition, cryoextraction of foreign bodies, blood clots, and mucus plugs, as well as endobronchial tumor debulking and airway recanalization procedures. 

Published studies have demonstrated that cryobiopsy can provide larger tissue specimens with less compression-related tissue damage (reduced crush artifact) compared with conventional forceps biopsy, potentially supporting histopathologic and molecular analyses.1
 

“We’re excited to introduce the next generation of cryocatheter systems and partner with Olympus to help advance the field of interventional pulmonology and interventional thoracic endoscopy,” said Dr. Moishe Liberman, President and Chief Medical Officer of Endocision. “The Endocision Cryocatheter System is designed to support a wide range of bronchoscopic applications, from tissue acquisition to therapeutic airway intervention, while also making cryotechnolgy accessible across multiple clinical settings.” 

Olympus and Endocision will present the Endocision Flexible Cryocatheter System during the American Association for Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology (AABIP) annual conference Aug. 20-22 in Denver. 

About OlympusAt Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide innovative solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states. 

For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world. For more information, visit the Olympus website and follow the Olympus LinkedIn account. 

About EndocisionEndocision is a Canadian-based medical technology company focused on developing innovative minimally invasive cryogenic devices for lung disease diagnosis and treatment. Founded in 2019, the company develops technologies compatible with traditional and robotic bronchoscopy platforms, with the goal of improving patient outcomes through safer and more effective pulmonary interventions. For more information, visit the Endocision website and follow the Endocision LinkedIn account. 

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1 Matsumoto Y, Nakai T, Tanaka M, et al. Diagnostic Outcomes and Safety of Cryobiopsy Added to Conventional Sampling Methods: An Observational Study. Chest. 2021;160(5):1890-1901. 

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Fragmentation and barriers to Indigenous Peoples’ access to decision making reduce the effectiveness of U.N. conventions on climate change, biodiversity loss, and land degradation, but can be addressed through action by nation-states, funders, and others 

SEATTLE, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A new report from Nia Tero — an international non-profit focused on strengthening Indigenous Peoples’ guardianship of ancestral lands and waters — examines how fragmentation across the Rio Conventions limits Indigenous Peoples’ meaningful influence in global environmental decision-making. 

The report, “Beyond Fragmentation: Advancing Coherence, Equity, and Indigenous Leadership Across the Rio Conventions,” will formally launch at the 17th Conference of the Parties to the U.N. Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), taking place from August 17 to 28 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, at a side event focused on strengthening coherence across the Rio Conventions. 

The three Rio Conventions — the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), and the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) — emerged from the 1992 Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. 

They are the main global frameworks addressing biodiversity loss, climate change, and land degradation, environmental crises that Indigenous Peoples have long perceived as interconnected. 

“For Indigenous Peoples, climate change, biodiversity loss, and land degradation are deeply connected and result from an imbalanced relationship between people and the earth. However, the three Rio Conventions address these issues separately, making it harder for Indigenous representatives to participate in meaningful ways,” said Minnie Degawan (Kankanaey-Igorot, Philippines), Indigenous policy expert and author of the report. 

Drawing on two years of dialogue with Indigenous leaders and representatives, as well as observations from negotiations and institutional analysis, the report offers recommendations for States, Convention secretariats, funders, and Indigenous caucuses to strengthen coordination and ensure Indigenous Peoples’ knowledge, priorities, and leadership help shape global environmental governance. 

With all three Rio Conventions holding conferences in 2026, the report points to a rare opportunity to align global action on interconnected environmental crises. 

Key Findings from the Report 

“As proven guardians of many of the world’s remaining large, intact ecosystems, Indigenous Peoples’ leadership is essential to addressing the combined environmental crises humanity is facing,” said Margarita Mora, Nia Tero Chief Programs Officer. “The Rio Conventions must move beyond recognition and participation to ensure Indigenous Peoples can meaningfully shape decisions, implementation, and financing.” 

The full report is available at: www.niatero.org/RioReport
 

About Nia Tero 

Nia Tero is a leading international organization whose sole focus is advancing Indigenous Peoples’ guardianship of ancestral lands, waters, and the ocean. We provide direct support to Indigenous Peoples’ guardianship and elevate the role and influence of Indigenous Peoples as essential to ensuring planetary health and habitability. Learn more at: www.niatero.org
 

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HONG KONG SAR, China and SHENZHEN, China and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Innorna, a clinical-stage biotech company advancing RNA medicines, today announced that it has been nominated for the 2026 Prix Galien USA Best Startup Award. 

Innorna was shortlisted in the Best Startup category, reflecting the innovation in its mRNA-LNP platform and a clinical pipeline that has advanced beyond vaccines into therapeutics. The company’s lead program, IN026, is a novel mRNA therapy for refractory gout, designed to reduce uric acid. It received FDA IND clearance in March 2026, extending mRNA-based protein replacement into common chronic disease. 

Widely regarded as the equivalent of the “Nobel Prize of the biopharmaceutical industry,” the Prix Galien honors extraordinary achievements in medical innovation that improve human health. Winners are selected by committees of leading biomedical scientists, industry executives, and Nobel Laureates from around the world. 

“We are honored to be named a Prix Galien USA Best Startup nominee,” said Dr. Linxian Li, Founder and CEO of Innorna. “The nomination reflects the progress our team has made in advancing our clinical pipeline, built on years of dedicated platform engineering. It is also a reminder of why we do this work: to develop RNA medicines that can offer better options to patients and improve lives worldwide.”  

The winners of the 2026 Prix Galien USA Awards will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on October 29, 2026, at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. 

About Innorna 

Innorna is a clinical-stage biotech advancing RNA medicines by accelerating a virtuous cycle of platform and pipeline innovation – improving lives worldwide. Backed by a substantial and growing intellectual property portfolio, the company has built a proprietary, differentiated RNA delivery and engineering platform spanning a rationally designed library of over 6,000 chemically diverse ionizable lipids, targeted LNP delivery systems, and mRNA technologies. Its vertically integrated capabilities, from discovery through cGMP manufacturing, enable deep technical expertise, accelerated development, and strong capital efficiency. Innorna is advancing a robust mRNA pipeline across chronic disease therapeutics, in vivo immunotherapies, and vaccines. Innorna has raised $150 million to date.   

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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Aghanim, an integrated commerce, liveops automation, community engagement, and payments platform for video game studios, today announced a strategic partnership with Nexters Global (Nexters) within its mobile game business. Nexters is a game developer known for operating globally successful live-service games through disciplined liveops execution and long-term player engagement, part of GDEV Holding – the Nasdaq-listed gaming and entertainment company headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus. 

Through this partnership, Nexters will expand its mobile games’ direct-to-consumer (DTC) presence across key markets worldwide, providing the infrastructure needed to build stronger player relationships, optimize monetization performance, and unlock long-term growth beyond traditional platform ecosystems. 

Aghanim will support DTC commerce across all international card networks and preferred local payment methods, alongside web-based game hubs and AI-powered liveops personalization tools within Nexters’ DTC channel. 

Together, these capabilities create a scalable operating layer for DTC commerce, player engagement, and long-term monetization, positioning direct-to-consumer as a core growth channel designed to create seamless player experiences, strengthen ownership, and unlock greater value across global markets. 

“Aghanim’s superior product, professional team, and unparalleled expertise at the intersection of fintech and video games have already opened new horizons for our growth efforts,” said Anton Reinhold, CEO of Nexters. 

“We are thrilled to collaborate closely with Nexters, one of the global leaders in the gaming industry. By leveraging Aghanim’s DTC commerce infrastructure to tackle challenges such as global payments, web-based engagement, retention, liveops, and fraud prevention, Nexters expands its ability to capture more value across its DTC operations, driving greater monetization efficiency and stronger margins,” said Constantin Andry, Co-CEO of Aghanim. 

About Nexters GlobalNexters Global is a game development studio under GDEV, known for operating globally successful video games through disciplined liveops execution and long-term player engagement. In 2024, Nexters Global generated $403.6 million in revenue, underscoring its strong financial track record and continued contribution to GDEV’s broader games portfolio. 

About AghanimAghanim is an integrated commerce, liveops automation, community engagement, and payments platform for video games. Aghanim helps studios expand their games to the direct-to-consumer web by launching browser-based game hubs, monetizing players through AI-powered personalized offers, running hundreds of programmatic liveops experiments, and enabling seamless global payments through high-performing, secure, compliant, and fraud-resilient multinational infrastructure. 

Founded in California, USA, by Harvard alumni and former C-level executives with over 40 years of combined experience at the intersection of fintech and gaming, the team is redefining how video games are distributed and monetized. 

For more information about Aghanim, visit: https://aghanim.com/
 

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L’agenzia regionale per le erogazioni in agricoltura (Artea) ha autorizzato pagamenti per oltre 60 milioni di euro a favore di più di 21.200 aziende agricole toscane. Si tratta di un anticipo sui contributi previsti dalla Politica Agricola Comune (PAC) per la campagna 2026.

L’erogazione della somma, che ammonta con precisione a 60.982.524,85 euro, è stata resa possibile dall’applicazione di una deroga comunitaria. Il regolamento europeo in materia consente infatti di innalzare le quote degli anticipi al 75% per gli aiuti diretti alle imprese e fino all’85% per i fondi di sviluppo rurale, destinati al finanziamento degli investimenti. I fondi immessi nel sistema economico regionale rappresentano circa il 40% delle risorse complessive previste per l’intera campagna, che in Toscana si aggirano mediamente intorno ai 156 milioni di euro.

La procedura ha permesso di anticipare i tempi di accredito, solitamente programmati per la metà del mese di ottobre. I pagamenti, che arriveranno in modo diretto sui conti correnti delle aziende agricole, proseguiranno gradualmente fino al prossimo 30 novembre, parallelamente allo svolgimento dei controlli tecnici previsti dalle normative di settore.

L’obiettivo della Regione è immettere rapidamente liquidità nel comparto per sostenere le imprese di fronte ai rincari energetici, ai cambiamenti climatici e alle conseguenze delle tensioni internazionali. Il presidente della Regione, Eugenio Giani, ha inquadrato la misura spiegando la volontà di sfruttare la flessibilità concessa dall’Unione Europea: “Garantire liquidità immediata alle nostre imprese agricole in piena estate, superando i tradizionali vincoli temporali burocratici, significa difendere le nostre eccellenze, preservare i posti di lavoro e tutelare l’identità stessa dei nostri territori”.

Sul peso economico dell’operazione è intervenuto anche l’assessore all’agricoltura, Leonardo Marras, che ha ricordato il ruolo del settore agricolo sul fronte dell’occupazione e della tutela ambientale. “Accelerare questi flussi finanziari significa dare stabilità economica e certezza operativa a più di 21mila imprese, permettendo loro di programmare gli investimenti e resistere alle fluttuazioni dei costi di produzione”, ha dichiarato Marras.

Un focus specifico riguarda i nuovi imprenditori del settore. Come evidenziato dal sottosegretario alla presidenza Bernard Dika, i giovani agricoltori sono spesso la categoria più esposta alle carenze di liquidità durante i primi anni di attività. “Sapere che i sostegni della Domanda Unica e i premi complementari arrivano in anticipo”, ha commentato Dika, “rappresenta per le nuove generazioni un incentivo reale a non mollare e a continuare a scommettere sul proprio futuro”.

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NEW YORK, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LONDIAN WASON NEW ENERGY TECH INC. (“Londian Wason” or the “Company”), a leading global manufacturer of electrolytic copper foil, today completed its official listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol “FOIL”. Cantor Fitzgerald & Co., Huatai Securities (USA), Inc., CMB International Capital Limited, US Tiger Securities, Inc., Fortune Securities, BOCOM International, and VC Brokerage Limited acted as underwriters for this initial public offering (IPO), and offered a total of approximately 4.3 million American Depositary Shares (“ADS”) at US$22.00 per ADS. On its debut trading day, the stock opened at $26.00 per share, representing an 18.18% increase from the IPO offering price. 

Copper foil is a key material and component used extensively in batteries, copper clad laminate (CCL) and PCB applications. The company was the world’s largest supplier of lithium-ion battery (“LiB”) copper foil in terms of sales volume in 2025. As a leader in the global electrolytic copper foil market, Londian Wason has established a high-quality and diversified global customer base, serving top global manufacturers for batteries, CCL and PCB. Including LG Energy Solution, CATL, SK On, Samsung SDI, ATL, and Panasonic Industrial Materials. 

Londian Wason is a manufacturer with a full-stack product coverage to different applications, including ultra-thin battery copper foil and PCB foil ranging from HTE to HVLP specifications. 

Londian Wason is the only copper foil manufacturer in the world that chose to go public in the US. 

Mr. WANG Guanran, Chairman and Co-Chief Executive Officer of Londian Wason: “As an industry leader, we have consistently driven the evolution of products and solutions in the copper foil industry. With the successful IPO, we look forward to continuing to advance our strategy to scale-up our key product range with our ultra-thin and high tensile performance battery foil product ranges, as well as our VLP, RTF and HVLP copper foil solutions for high-end CCL and PCB customers.” 

“Our listing on the NYSE is a key milestone for us. We are also extremely proud to have the ability to present ourselves to the market, a global industry leader that has its origins from China, working with strong South Korean and Japanese shareholders and clients, and launching ourselves to the global capital markets space.” 

Harvest Global Capital Investments Limited, Hithium Global Pte. Ltd., are cornerstone investors in Londian Wason’s IPO. The net proceeds from this IPO will be primarily used for investing in global production expansion and upgrades, research and development of advanced technologies, efficient manufacturing processes, broader product portfolios and applications, and general corporate purposes. 

For the three months ended March 31, 2026, the Company recorded total revenue of RMB 4.07 billion (equivalent to US$582.4 million), representing a year-over-year surge of approximately 113.71%. The Company also swung from a net loss in the corresponding period of last year to a net profit of RMB 134.5 million (US$19.2 million) during the reporting quarter, marking a notable turnaround in profitability. 

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SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Pudu Robotics, a global leader in commercial service robotics, has been ranked No. 1 worldwide in both commercial cleaning robot shipments and revenue, according to Counterpoint Research’s latest report, “Commercial Cleaning Robot Market Poised for Rapid Growth in AI-Native Era.” 

According to the report, global commercial cleaning robot shipments exceeded 50,000 units in 2025, with revenue surpassing $400 million. Pudu Robotics led the market across both key indicators, reflecting its technology capabilities, global deployment experience and growing recognition among commercial customers. 

Global Market Leadership Validated by Industry Research 

Counterpoint Research notes that the commercial cleaning robot market is entering a rapid-growth phase, with leading vendors beginning to build scale advantages. Pudu Robotics ranked first globally in both shipments and revenue, becoming the only company to lead across the two core market metrics. 

This position reflects Pudu Robotics’ long-term focus on commercial cleaning. Its cleaning robots have been deployed across large commercial complexes, office buildings, retail chains, convenience stores and industrial warehousing environments. Customers include global brands such as Walmart, Edeka and Denner, with adoption across major overseas markets including Europe, North America, Japan and South Korea. 

Pudu Robotics’ leadership has also been recognized by Frost & Sullivan, whose previous industry report ranked Pudu Robotics first in the commercial cleaning robot sector with approximately 29% global market revenue share. 

The Counterpoint Research report was released one day after Pudu Robotics introduced PUDU ET1, an AI-native compact scrubber-dryer robot. 

Designed for small commercial spaces of 100 to 800 square meters, ET1 brings fully automated, high-standard cleaning to environments such as convenience stores, pharmacies, chain restaurants and economy hotels. With a compact body and an 8-in-1 workstation, ET1 integrates sweeping, scrubbing, vacuuming and dust-mopping capabilities, while supporting automatic dust collection and 85℃ hot-water floor scrubbing. The launch further strengthens Pudu Robotics’ cleaning robot portfolio for smaller, space-constrained commercial scenarios. 

AI-Native Cleaning Moves Beyond Rule-Based Automation 

Counterpoint Research highlights that large AI models, 3D perception and visual intelligence are pushing the industry from automation toward AI-Native Cleaning 2.0. Traditional cleaning robots often rely on preset routes and rule-based execution. AI-native cleaning robots can perceive real-world environments, make decisions and adjust cleaning actions based on changing conditions, moving from passive task execution toward autonomous, adaptive cleaning. 

Pudu Robotics’ Magic Cleaning AI Agent system reflects this shift. By integrating perception, decision-making and execution, the system creates an intelligent closed loop covering environmental perception, analysis, route planning, cleaning execution and continuous optimization. Supported by 360-degree VSLAM positioning and navigation technology, Pudu’s cleaning robots can identify different types of debris, stains and floor materials, understand complex commercial environments and dynamically plan cleaning routes. 

The robots can also generate cleaning heat maps, identify frequently soiled areas and perform targeted inspections, intelligent spot cleaning and zone-based deep cleaning, enabling a more proactive model of smart cleaning. 

Counterpoint Research notes that AI-native vendors such as Pudu Robotics are redefining the underlying technology logic of commercial cleaning robots. Compared with traditional cleaning equipment companies that often rely on third-party intelligence platforms, AI-native robotics companies with full-stack in-house capabilities across algorithms, hardware and scenario adaptation are emerging as key drivers of industry growth. 

Strong Growth Potential Through 2030 

Counterpoint Research estimates that global commercial cleaning robot penetration remains below 10%, while global demand for commercial cleaning services is expected to reach $50 billion in 2026. By 2030, annual global shipments of commercial cleaning robots are projected to exceed 400,000 units, representing a compound annual growth rate of more than 50%. 

As labor costs rise and cleaning service providers face persistent hiring challenges, intelligent automation is becoming an increasingly important part of commercial facility operations. Pudu Robotics is addressing this demand through a full-scenario product portfolio that spans the PUDU CC1 series, MT1 series, BG1 series, PUDU SH1 and the newly launched PUDU ET1, covering cleaning needs from small storefronts to large commercial and industrial spaces. 

Guided by its “One brain, Multiple forms” technology strategy, Pudu Robotics is building a comprehensive service robotics portfolio across service delivery, commercial cleaning, industrial delivery and general embodied AI. In commercial cleaning, the company will continue to deepen its presence in real-world scenarios, advance AI-native robot intelligence and deliver adaptable, full-scenario solutions for customers worldwide. 

About Pudu Robotics 

Pudu Robotics is a global leader in commercial service robotics. According to Frost & Sullivan’s latest market report, Pudu Robotics ranks No. 1 globally in commercial service robotics by both revenue and shipment volume. Pudu offers robots for service delivery, commercial cleaning, industrial delivery, and general embodied AI applications across hospitality, retail, healthcare, manufacturing, education, public services, and more. To date, Pudu Robotics has shipped over 130,000 robots to customers across 85+ countries and regions. 

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FIRENZE – La Regione Toscana ha trasmesso a tutti i sindaci una nota sulle misure di biosicurezza e di controllo previste del commissario straordinario alla peste suina africana. 

Attualmente le zone soggette a restrizione interessano alcuni territori delle province di Lucca, Massa-Carrara, Pistoia e Prato. La peste suina africana colpisce esclusivamente maiali e cinghiali e non si trasmette all’uomo. Le persone, tuttavia, possono trasportare involontariamente il virus attraverso fango e residui presenti su calzature, ruote, attrezzature e veicoli.

Le aree sono classificate in zona I, ad alto rischio ma senza casi accertati; zona II, con presenza della malattia nei cinghiali; zona III, con presenza della malattia nei suini domestici, con o senza casi nei cinghiali.

Nelle zone II e III, le attività all’aperto nelle aree agricole e naturali – tra cui trekking, ciclismo, pesca, lavori agricoli e forestali, ricerca di funghi e tartufi, manifestazioni, campeggi, utilizzo delle aree picnic, transumanza e alpeggio – devono svolgersi rispettando specifiche misure di biosicurezza. Per le attività agricole e forestali alcune prescrizioni si applicano anche nella zona I.

Non si tratta di un divieto generalizzato, ma è indispensabile: rimanere sui sentieri e sui percorsi segnalati tenere i cani al guinzaglio; non abbandonare rifiuti o avanzi di cibo e non alimentare i cinghiali; parcheggiare nelle aree indicate, evitando prati e zone con vegetazione; pulire e disinfettare calzature, ruote, attrezzature e mezzi dopo le attività; utilizzare prodotti disinfettanti idonei, rispettando scrupolosamente le indicazioni riportate sulle confezioni

Per le attività che prevedono la partecipazione di più di 20 persone è necessario ottenere preventivamente il parere favorevole dell’Azienda sanitaria competente. Il promotore deve inoltre informare tempestivamente il Comune interessato.

I Comuni sono chiamati ad affiggere l’apposita segnaletica nelle zone sottoposte a restrizione, diffondere le indicazioni alla cittadinanza e assicurare, dove previsto, l’organizzazione degli accessi, delle aree di parcheggio e dei necessari controlli.

In caso di ritrovamento di un cinghiale morto, ferito o in evidente difficoltà, non bisogna avvicinarsi né toccare l’animale. Occorre memorizzare la posizione e contattare il numero unico regionale 0573.306655, attivo tutti i giorni, festivi compresi, dalle ore 8 alle ore 20.

L’elenco dei Comuni interessati e tutti gli aggiornamenti sono disponibili nella sezione della Regione Toscana dedicata alla Peste suina africana (https://www.regione.toscana.it/-/peste-suina-africana).

La collaborazione di cittadini, associazioni, organizzatori e istituzioni è fondamentale per impedire la diffusione della malattia e tutelare gli allevamenti, il patrimonio zootecnico e le filiere produttive della Toscana.

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BONN, Germany, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DoGo Power has been presented with the 2026 Top Innovation Award by EUPD Research, a leading European research authority, for its fully self-developed 4S grid-forming energy storage technology. The honor marks official industry recognition of DoGo Power’s innovation capabilities. 

EUPD Research is one of the most credible third-party research and certification bodies in the global photovoltaic and energy storage sector, with a research network spanning Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. Launched to honor manufacturers that have made outstanding progress in driving energy transition and sustained innovation, the Top Innovation Award commends exceptional technical strength and breakthrough innovative achievements, and serves as a core benchmark for measuring the technological innovation excellence of new energy enterprises. 

The award-winning 4S grid-forming energy storage technology, fully developed in-house by DoGo Power, is a key technical system built for new power systems. It deeply integrates four core components: the Energy Management System (EMS), Power Management System (PMS), Power Conversion System (PCS) and Battery Management System (BMS). By simulating the operating characteristics of synchronous generators through algorithms, the technology can independently establish grid voltage and frequency references, effectively addressing grid stability challenges brought by high-penetration renewable energy integration. Meanwhile, supported by AI-powered multi-source collaborative scheduling algorithms, it realizes adaptive optimization across PV-storage-diesel-grid operating scenarios and cost-efficient grid-tied and off-grid operation, strengthening grid support capacity while ensuring the economic efficiency of system operation. 

Against the backdrop of accelerating global energy transition and faster construction of new power systems, DoGo Power will continue to deepen its focus on the smart grid-forming energy storage technology track. The company will drive industrial upgrading through technological innovation, work with global partners to advance the low-carbon transition of the energy mix, and fulfill its corporate mission of “Lighting Up the World”. 

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ALMATY, Kazakhstan, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Narxoz University has retained its position as the leading university in Kazakhstan and Central Asia for graduate employment outcomes, according to the QS World University Rankings 2027. The university has also entered the global top-200 in the Employment Outcomes category, placing it among the top 15% of more than 1,500 institutions evaluated worldwide. 

The result reflects Narxoz University’s model of connecting academic study directly to labor market demand. Employers and industry experts are involved in shaping curricula and students engage with real-world projects, complete professional internships and build their portfolios. The university also recorded improvements across internationalization indicators, with advances in the Faculty Student Ratio and International Student Ratio band rankings, both rising from 701-800 to 501-600. 

International exposure is further extended through dual-degree programs with Queen’s University Belfast, Illinois Tech, Mykolas Romeris University and La Rochelle University, enabling graduates to validate their qualifications to international standards and build professional networks beyond Kazakhstan. 

Narxoz University’s overall position of 1001–1200 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 reflects continued progress in its transformation into a university capable of competing internationally for students, faculty and academic partnerships. 

Kanat Kozhakhmet, President of Narxoz University, commented: “The value of a degree is measured through a graduate’s development throughout an entire career. We see education as the foundation of a long and purposeful professional journey. We are grateful to the Ministry of Science and Higher Education for its consistent policy and strong support, which helps universities strengthen their connection to the labor market and build a solid foundation for students’ professional development.” 

Bulat Utemuratov, shareholder of Narxoz University, commented: “As a graduate of Narxoz myself, this recognition means a great deal. Our strategy has always been to develop Narxoz into a leading university with global recognition, and being ranked among the world’s top 200 for graduate employment outcomes is powerful confirmation that we are on the right track.” 

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