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Hard Rock Cafe and Coca-Cola® Launch Hard Rock Rising Music Competition for Emerging Artists

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:59:51 +0200

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HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hard Rock Cafe and Coca‑Cola today launched Hard Rock Rising. The music competition spans 34 countries and 64 Hard Rock Cafes, giving emerging artists a career‑launching stage.

For more than five decades, breakthrough artists and legends have taken the stage at Hard Rock Cafes. Coca‑Cola has built a global platform for musicians through Coke Studio L.A. Live. Now, the two brands are joining forces to help singer‑songwriters, bands and DJs launch their careers.

Hard Rock Rising unfolds as a series of performances at participating Cafes. Local fan votes advance artists round by round. The Coke Studio team then selects one grand prize winner who earns a recording session, $10,000, a performance at Hard Rock Orlando and more.

Artist submissions are open now through August 18, with live competition rounds running September 2, 9, 16 and 23. The global winner will be announced October 5.

“Hard Rock Cafes have always connected people through the power of music with local artist residencies, open mic events, Battle of the Bands competitions, and pop culture memorabilia,” said Eric Martino, President of Hard Rock Cafe and Retail at Hard Rock International. “Now, Hard Rock Rising is a natural extension of that mission to empower emerging artists to perform their original music. Together with Coca-Cola, we’re proud to provide a platform where musicians can be seen, heard and celebrated in their communities, and for the winner, around the world.”

Multi‑platinum, GRAMMY‑ and Juno‑nominated executive producer Rob Rettberg leads the Coke Studio team.

“This partnership taps into Hard Rock’s unparalleled reach and iconic stages while leveraging Coke Studio’s production expertise to transform talented musicians into the next generation of recording artists,” said Rettberg.

The competition is amplified by a full Hard Rock Rising lineup, from a limited-time menu with cocktails made with Coca-Cola products to merchandise available at Rock Shops® and shop.hardrock.com.

Extending the competition’s celebration of music and self-expression beyond the stage, Hard Rock is partnering with Cult of Individuality, the streetwear brand renowned for its roots in music culture. Together, the brands will launch a Hard Rock Rising tee and a co-branded apparel collection.

Artists ready to take the stage can apply through August 18. Each application must include two original songs. For submissions, rules, competition details and participating Cafe locations, visit cafe.hardrock.com/hard‑rock‑rising.

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Agthia Reports Stronger H1 2026 Financial Position and Raises Interim Dividend 14.4%

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:39:45 +0200

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ABU DHABI, UAE, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Agthia Group PJSC (AGTHIA: UH), one of the region’s leading food and beverage companies, today reported its first-half and second-quarter of 2026 results, reflecting the growing impact of its multi-year transformation, with stronger cash generation, a materially healthier balance sheet, and a 14.4% increase in the interim dividend.

The Group’s transformation gathered pace in H1 2026, as Agthia advanced its portfolio reset while navigating external challenges and cost pressures. For the first half, Group Revenue increased 7.4% year-on-year to AED 2.6 billion, underpinned by one-off sales under the UAE food security program. EBITDA climbed 35.8% to AED 310.5 million, with EBITDA Margin expanding 250 basis points to 11.9%, while Net Profit reached AED 121.4 million, up 147.4% year-over-year. For the second quarter, Group revenue increased 11.9% year-on-year to AED 1.3 billion. EBITDA increased 172.5% to AED 117.2 million, with margin expanding 542 basis points to 9.2%, while Net Profit reached AED 24.5 million.

Free cash flow turned strongly positive at AED 521.4 million, from an outflow a year earlier, and the Group cut its net debt-to-EBITDA to 1.8x from 2.9x in December 2025. Agthia closed the first half of 2026 with AED 869.6 million in cash. Group Total Assets continue to grow, reaching AED 6.5 billion as of 30 June 2026.

Across the Group, strong growth in core businesses was complemented by continued progress in selected transformation initiatives. Water and Food led the way, with revenue up 38.9% in the second quarter, as Al Ain, Agthia’s first billion-dirham brand, extended its lead in bottled water and gained 2.0 percentage points of value market share versus the same period last year. Protein and Frozen advanced 22.0% in the second quarter, led by Nabil at 32.5% and supported by gradual improvement in Atyab, up 8.1% year-on-year, and the ramp-up of the Group’s Saudi protein facility. Agri-Business rose 11.0% on strong feed demand, with Agrivita feed sales up 23.3%. During the quarter, Snacking remained focused on transforming the Al Foah and BMB businesses, laying the foundation for long-term value, while Abu Auf maintained its strong growth trajectory, with revenue rising 23.7% year-over-year in Q2 2026.

Agthia’s Board of Directors has recommended an interim cash dividend of 11.792 fils per share for the six months ended 30 June 2026, a 14.4% increase year-on-year and a second consecutive period of higher returns following the 10.0% rise recommended for the second half of 2025.

Khalifa Sultan Al Suwaidi, Chairman of Agthia’s Board, commented: “Raising the interim dividend for a second consecutive period speaks to the discipline with which Agthia is being run and to the Board’s belief in its long-term value. Even in a demanding environment, the Group is generating the cash to reward shareholders and fund its own growth.”

Salmeen Alameri, Managing Director and CEO of Agthia Group, added: “The transformation we set in motion a year ago is delivering tangible results, with stronger earnings, expanding margins, and improved cash generation strengthening our balance sheet. We maintained uninterrupted supply, supported our customers, and advanced the UAE’s food security agenda when it mattered most. We also accelerated our sustainability agenda, reducing our emissions ratio by 26.7% year-on-year.”

Jeroen Nijs, Chief Financial Officer of Agthia Group, commented: “Agthia’s financial profile strengthened considerably during the first half of 2026. Alongside higher earnings, we generated AED 521 million of free cash flow, while reducing Net Debt-to-EBITDA from 2.9x to 1.8x. With AED 870 million of cash & cash equivalents, Agthia is well positioned to navigate the current regional disruption, execute our strategic transformation programs and enhance shareholder returns.”

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NNS acquires shares in OCI

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:36:42 +0200

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LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Reference is made to the press release of 24th June 2026 by NNS regarding the public announcement of the Offer. Pursuant to the provision of Section 5, paragraph 4 of the Decree, NNS hereby announces that it has conducted transactions in the shares of OCI (the “Shares”).

The highest price paid per Share in the transactions conducted today was EUR 4.0660 per Share.

In aggregate, NNS acquired 537,251 Shares today, representing approximately 0.25% of the issued share capital of OCI.

Following settlement of the above transactions, NNS will hold a total of 120,825,270 Shares, representing approximately 57.17% of the issued share capital of OCI, and together with Mr. Nassef Sawiris (who is also considered a bidder under the Dutch bidding rules) will hold a total of 121,215,000 Shares, representing approximately 57.35% of the issued share capital of OCI.

Other

To the extent permissible under applicable law or regulation, NNS and its affiliates may from time to time after the date hereof, and other than pursuant to the Offer, directly or indirectly purchase, or arrange to purchase, Shares, that are the subject of the Offer. To the extent information about such purchases or arrangements to purchase is made public in the Netherlands, such information will be disclosed by means of a press release to inform shareholders of such information, which will be made available on the website of NNS. In addition, NNS and its affiliates (including their financial advisors) may also engage in ordinary course trading activities in securities of OCI, which may include purchases or arrangements to purchase such securities.

About NNS Holding (Cyprus) Limited

NNS, part of the privately owned NNS Group founded in 2008 by Nassef Sawiris, is a private limited company incorporated under the laws of Cyprus, with its registered office in Limassol, Cyprus. NNS manages and invests the family’s capital through a diversified multi-asset platform spanning public and private equities, credit, and real estate, while also partnering with external investors in joint ventures. NNS is OCI’s largest shareholder.

All press releases and other documents related to the Offer are published on NNS’ website (https://www.nnsholding.com/).

General restrictions

The information in this press release is not intended to be complete. This press release is for information purposes only and does not constitute an offer or an invitation to acquire or dispose of any securities or investment advice or an inducement to enter into investment activity. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or issue or the solicitation of an offer to buy or acquire the securities of OCI in any jurisdiction. The distribution of this press release may, in some countries, be restricted by law or regulation. Accordingly, persons who come into possession of this press release should inform themselves of and observe these restrictions. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, NNS disclaims any responsibility or liability for the violation of any such restrictions by any person. Any failure to comply with these restrictions may constitute a violation of the securities laws of that jurisdiction. Neither NNS nor any of its advisors assumes any responsibility for any violation of any such restrictions. Any shareholder who is in any doubt as to his or her position should consult an appropriate professional advisor without delay.

Forward-looking statements

Certain statements in this press release may be considered “forward-looking statements”. Forward-looking statements include those preceded by, followed by or that include the words “anticipate,” “expect,” “believe,” “could,” “continue,” “ongoing,” “estimate,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “project,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and similar words. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. Although NNS believes that the assumptions upon which its forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, it can give no assurance that these forward-looking statements will prove to be correct. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from historical experience or from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, (i) risks relating to the completion of the Offer and the transaction in the anticipated timeframe or at all; (ii) risks relating to the receipt of regulatory approvals without unexpected delays or conditions and the possibility of regulatory action; (iii) risks relating to significant costs related to the transaction; (iv) the expected financial and operating performance and future opportunities following the completion of the transaction; (v) disruption from the transaction making it more difficult to maintain business and operational relationships; (vi) risks relating to potential litigation that arises as a result of the transaction; and (vii) risks and uncertainties discussed in NNS’s press releases and public filings.

Neither NNS nor any of its advisors accepts any responsibility for any financial information contained in this press release relating to the business, results of operations or financial condition. NNS expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based, unless required by law.

Media Contact: Bjorn SchuurmansEmail: enquiries@nns.com.cy

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Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) ha annunciato che le sue partecipazioni in ETH raggiungono i 5,8 milioni di token, mentre le partecipazioni totali in criptovalute e liquidità ammontano a 11,3 miliardi di dollari

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:05:18 +0200

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Bitmine possiede il 4,8% dell’offerta totale di moneta ETH pari a 120,7 milioni

Bitmine ha raggiunto il 96% dell’obiettivo “Alchemy of 5%” in soli 13 mesi

A luglio, ETH ha superato il Nasdaq 100 di 2.500 punti base, il margine più ampio da luglio 2025, a dimostrazione del rafforzamento dei fondamentali della criptovaluta

Nell’ultima settimana, Bitmine ha riacquistato 4,5 milioni di azioni ordinarie, autorizzate nell’ambito del programma di riacquisto di azioni da 4 miliardi di dollari comunicato in precedenza

Bitmine è stata inclusa nell’indice Russell 1000, che comprende le società a maggiore capitalizzazione, il 26 giugno 2026

Le azioni privilegiate di Serie A di Bitmine sono negoziate sul NYSE con il simbolo BMNP

Bitmine detiene 4.917.189 ETH in staking, pari a 9,2 miliardi di dollari al prezzo di 1.880 dollari per ETH. MAVAN (Made in America VAlidator Network) è una delle principali destinazioni di staking Ethereum per BMNR e investitori istituzionali

Bitmine possiede 61 milioni di dollari di Eightco (NASDAQ: ORBS), attualmente uno dei pochi titoli quotati in borsa al mondo che offre agli investitori un’esposizione indiretta a OpenAI

Il valore complessivo delle criptovalute, delle partecipazioni in liquidità e dei titoli negoziabili e di “Moonshots” di Bitmine ammonta a 11,3 miliardi di dollari, inclusi 5,8 milioni di token ETH, liquidità totale e titoli negoziabili per 173 milioni di dollari e altre partecipazioni in criptovalute

Bitmine continua a essere sostenuta da un gruppo di investitori istituzionali di prim’ordine, tra cui Cathie Wood di ARK, MOZAYYX, Founders Fund, Bill Miller III, Pantera, Kraken, DCG, Galaxy Digital e l’investitore privato Thomas “Tom” Lee a sostegno dell’obiettivo di Bitmine di acquisire il 5% di ETH

NORWALK, Conn., 4 agosto 2026 /PRNewswire/ — (NYSE: BMNR) Bitmine Immersion Technologies, Inc. (“Bitmine” o la “Società”), una società attiva nelle reti Bitcoin ed Ethereum e specializzata nell’accumulo di criptovalute per investimenti a lungo termine, ha annunciato in data odierna che le sue partecipazioni in criptovalute, la liquidità totale e i titoli negoziabili, oltre alle partecipazioni “moonshots” ammontano complessivamente a 11,3 miliardi di dollari.

Alle 16:00 ET del 2 agosto 2026, le partecipazioni in criptovalute della Società comprendono 5.797.813 ETH al prezzo di 1.880 dollari per ETH (per Coinbase NASDAQ: COIN), 209 Bitcoin (BTC), una partecipazione di 180 milioni di dollari in Beast Industries, una partecipazione di 61 milioni di dollari in Eightco Holdings (NASDAQ: ORBS) (“moonshots”) e una liquidità totale e titoli negoziabili pari a 173 milioni di dollari. Le partecipazioni in ETH di Bitmine rappresentano il 4,8% dell’offerta di ETH (pari a 120,7 milioni di ETH).

“Nel mese di luglio, ETH ha superato il Nasdaq 100 di 2.500 punti base (o 25 punti percentuali). Si tratta della maggiore sovraperformance dal luglio 2025 e riteniamo che rifletta il rafforzamento dei fondamentali della criptovaluta. Lo scorso luglio (2025), l’ETH è passato da $ 2.375 a 4.057 dollari entro la fine di agosto”, ha dichiarato Thomas “Tom” Lee, presidente di Bitmine.

“Da quando Bitmine ha adottato una strategia di tesoreria basata su Ethereum il 30 giugno dello scorso anno, una significativa sovraperformance mensile di ETH rispetto al QQQ è stata generalmente seguita da una sovraperformance delle azioni Bitmine rispetto a ETH nel mese successivo. Pertanto, Bitmine ha riacquistato 4,5 milioni di azioni ordinarie nella scorsa settimana, poiché il management di Bitmine continua a considerare le azioni Bitmine come valutate in modo interessante”, ha proseguito Lee.

“I 4,5 milioni di riacquisti effettuato la scorsa settimana portano il nostro totale di riacquisti di azioni ordinarie a oltre 16 milioni di azioni ordinarie. Questo riacquisto rimane il più grande mai eseguito da qualsiasi DAT (Digital Asset Treasury) operante nell’ambito di Ethereum, Bitcoin o cripto”, ha proseguito Lee. Dal 1° luglio 2026, Bitmine ha riacquistato 16,1 milioni di azioni ordinarie nell’ambito del programma di riacquisto di azioni da 4 miliardi di dollari autorizzato in precedenza.

“Nell’ultima settimana, abbiamo acquisito 10.399 ETH. Bitmine ha acquistato ETH ogni settimana dall’avvio della strategia di tesoreria ETH, il 30 giugno 2025”, ha dichiarato Lee.

Il 16 luglio 2026, Bitmine ha pubblicato l’ultimo messaggio del Presidente (link qui) per il mese di luglio 2026. Il titolo del messaggio è “ETH è la cura per la Valle perturbante della ricchezza”.

All’inizio del 2026, Bitmine ha lanciato MAVAN (Made in American VAlidator Network), la piattaforma di staking di livello istituzionale. Sebbene sia stata originariamente sviluppata per supportare la tesoreria Ethereum di Bitmine, MAVAN intende ampliarsi per raggiungere investitori istituzionali, custodi e partner dell’ecosistema alla ricerca della migliore infrastruttura di staking. Una parte degli ETH di Bitmine è già in staking sulla piattaforma MAVAN.

Al 2 agosto 2026, il totale di ETH in staking su Bitmine ammonta a 4.917.189 (9,2 miliardi di dollari al prezzo di 1.880 dollari per ETH). “Bitmine ha messo in staking più ETH di qualsiasi altra entità al mondo. Su larga scala (quando l’ETH di Bitmine è interamente messo in staking da MAVAN e dai suoi partner di staking), il rendimento previsto dallo staking di ETH è di 291 milioni di dollari all’anno (utilizzando un rendimento BMNR a 7 giorni del 2,67%)”, ha dichiarato Lee.

“I ricavi annuali derivanti dallo staking sono attualmente previsti a 247 milioni di dollari. E questi 4,9 milioni di ETH rappresentano l’85% dei 5,8 milioni di ETH detenuti da Bitmine. Le operazioni di staking di Bitmine hanno generato un rendimento su 7 giorni del 2,67% (su base annua)”, ha proseguito Lee.

Le partecipazioni in criptovalute di Bitmine occupano il 1° posto delle tesorerie Ethereum e il 2° posto delle tesorerie globali, dietro a Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ: MSTR), che secondo quanto riferito possiede 843.775 BTC per un valore di circa 57 miliardi di dollari. Bitmine si conferma la più grande tesoreria di ETH al mondo.

Bitmine è uno dei titoli più scambiati negli Stati Uniti. Secondo i dati di Fundstrat, il titolo ha registrato un volume medio giornaliero di negoziazioni pari a 698 milioni di dollari (media a 5 giorni, al 31 luglio 2026), classificandosi al 180° posto negli Stati Uniti, dietro a Schlumberger NV (179° posto) e davanti a Marsh & Mclennan (181° posto) tra 5.704 titoli quotati negli Stati Uniti (statista.com e ricerca di Fundstrat).

Il management di Bitmine ritiene che il GENIUS Act e il Project Crypto della Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) abbiano, per i servizi finanziari nel 2026, una portata trasformativa analoga a quella del provvedimento statunitense del 15 agosto 1971 che pose fine al sistema di Bretton Woods e al gold standard del dollaro USA 54 anni fa. Questo evento del 1971 fu il catalizzatore della modernizzazione di Wall Street, dando vita agli iconici titani di Wall Street e alle infrastrutture finanziarie e di pagamento odierne. Questi investimenti si sono rivelati più efficienti dell’oro.

Il messaggio del Presidente è disponibile qui:https://www.Bitminetech.io/chairmans-message

La presentazione degli utili dell’intero esercizio 2025 e la presentazione aziendale sono disponibili qui: https://Bitminetech.io/investor-relations/

Per tutti gli aggiornamenti, è possibile registrarsi all’indirizzo: https://Bitminetech.io/contact-us/

Informazioni su BitmineBitmine Immersion Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BMNR) e le sue controllate (“Bitmine” o la “Società”) è una società specializzata in infrastrutture per la tecnologia blockchain, con attività 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 per gli asset digitali destinata a investitori istituzionali e operatori dei mercati dei capitali. La Società offre un’infrastruttura di staking e validazione di livello istituzionale, che le consente di generare ricompense da staking e ricavi 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. Durante il 2025, la Società ha ampliato le sue capacità di infrastruttura blockchain, tra cui lo sviluppo e l’implementazione di MAVAN, la sua piattaforma istituzionale di stacking e convalida. Le attività della Società comprendono inoltre investimenti in iniziative blockchain in fase iniziale (investimenti “moonshot”), nonché servizi accessori di mining, hosting e consulenza.

Per altre informazioni, seguiteci su X:https://x.com/bitmnr
https://x.com/fundstrat

Dichiarazioni previsionaliIl 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 dichiarazioni previsionali riguardanti, in particolare: (i) gli obiettivi della Società riguardo all’acquisizione di ETH, inclusa l’iniziativa “Alchemy of 5%” e la dichiarazione secondo cui Bitmine ha raggiunto il 96% di tale obiettivo; (ii) la strategia della Società relativa all’accumulo di asset digitali e alle attività di staking, inclusa la dichiarazione secondo cui Bitmine detiene 4.917.189 ETH in staking per un valore di 9,2 miliardi di dollari, con ricompense annualizzate previste dallo staking di ETH pari a circa 291 milioni di dollari (quando l’intera posizione in ETH di Bitmine sarà completamente messa in staking tramite MAVAN e i suoi partner di staking), nonché ricavi annualizzati attualmente previsti derivanti dallo staking pari a circa 247 milioni di dollari; (iii) l’espansione prevista di MAVAN per servire investitori istituzionali, custodian e partner dell’ecosistema alla ricerca di un’infrastruttura di staking di livello superiore; (iv) il costante impegno della Società ad acquisire ETH su base settimanale nell’ambito della propria strategia di tesoreria Ethereum; (v) la convinzione del management secondo cui il GENIUS Act e il Project Crypto della SEC abbiano un impatto trasformativo sui servizi finanziari paragonabile all’azione degli Stati Uniti del 15 agosto 1971 che pose fine al sistema di Bretton Woods e al gold standard del dollaro statunitense; (vi) le aspettative relative al programma di riacquisto azionario da 4 miliardi di dollari e al valore accrescitivo dello stesso per gli azionisti, incluse le dichiarazioni secondo cui Bitmine ha realizzato il più grande riacquisto di azioni ordinarie mai effettuato da una Digital Asset Treasury di Ethereum o Bitcoin; (vii) la convinzione del management secondo cui una significativa sovraperformance di ETH rispetto al QQQ è stata generalmente seguita da una sovraperformance delle azioni Bitmine rispetto a ETH e che le azioni Bitmine presentino una valutazione interessante; (viii) le dichiarazioni relative all’investimento della Società in Eightco Holdings quale fonte di esposizione indiretta a OpenAI; e (ix) la crescita e l’evoluzione future della strategia di tesoreria Ethereum della Società. Nel valutare tali dichiarazioni previsionali, occorre considerare vari fattori, tra cui: la capacità di Bitmine di stare al passo con le nuove tecnologie e le mutevoli esigenze del mercato; la capacità di Bitmine di finanziare la propria attività attuale, le operazioni di tesoreria di Ethereum, le operazioni di riacquisto delle azioni e le attività future proposte; il contesto competitivo in cui opera Bitmine; le condizioni di mercato che influenzano il prezzo di negoziazione delle azioni ordinarie e delle azioni privilegiate di Serie A della Società; gli sviluppi normativi che riguardano gli asset digitali, tra cui l’emanazione e l’attuazione definitiva del GENIUS Act e delle altre proposte di legge in fase di approvazione e iniziative della SEC; la volatilità e l’imprevedibilità dei prezzi degli asset digitali; le prestazioni, l’affidabilità e la sicurezza delle operazioni di staking della Società; i rischi riguardanti i sistemi di IA e il relativo impatto sui mercati delle criptovalute; e il 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 indicate 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. Copie dei documenti depositati da Bitmine presso la SEC sono disponibili sul sito web della SEC all’indirizzowww.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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Bybit.eu Expands European Offering as Bybit Payments GmbH Secures Electronic Money Institution Licence

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:49:00 +0200

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The licence will support regulated e-money and payment services on the Bybit.eu platform, alongside the crypto-asset services.

VIENNA, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit.eu today announced that Bybit Payments GmbH has been granted an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licence by Austria’s Financial Market Authority (FMA).

Bybit Payments GmbH will provide regulated e-money and payment services through the Bybit.eu platform. Crypto-asset services on the same platform are provided separately by Bybit EU GmbH, an Austrian crypto-asset service provider authorised under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) since May 2025.

To comply with regulatory requirements, the two Austrian entities have distinct regulatory permissions and responsibilities. Bybit EU GmbH holds the MiCAR authorisation for crypto-asset services, while Bybit Payments GmbH holds the EMI licence for electronic money and payment services. Their services will be brought together through the Bybit.eu platform to support a more integrated experience for customers in Europe.

“Europe is setting the global benchmark for how digital assets and financial services can evolve together under clear regulation,” said Georg Harer, Managing director at Bybit EU GmbH and Bybit Payments GmbH.

“The EMI licence granted to Bybit Payments GmbH is an important milestone in our long-term commitment to Europe. Together with the MiCAR authorisation held by Bybit EU GmbH, it creates complementary regulatory foundations for connecting crypto-assets, payments and everyday financial services through the Bybit.eu platform.”

The EMI licence provides Bybit Payments GmbH with the regulatory basis for future payment capabilities, which may include person-to-person payments, e-money services, Strong Customer Authentication, open-banking functionality, merchant payment solutions and future card initiatives, as these services are introduced in accordance with applicable requirements.

“This licence enables Bybit Payments GmbH to build regulated payment capabilities that complement the crypto-asset services offered by Bybit EU GmbH. Maintaining a clear distinction between the two regulated entities is fundamental. Each entity will provide services within its own permissions, while customers will be able to access those services through the Bybit.eu platform,” said Bernhard Krick, Managing director at Bybit Payments GmbH.

The EMI licence will also support Bybit Payments GmbH in developing strategic relationships with financial institutions, payment providers and enterprise partners, while reducing reliance on third-party payment infrastructure over time.

Further information, including concrete product launch dates and details of the Europe-wide rollout, will be communicated in the near future.

#BybitEU | #NewFinancialPlatform

About Bybit EU

Bybit.eu is the European platform through which services are made available by separately regulated Bybit entities.

Bybit EU GmbH is an Austrian crypto-asset service provider authorised under MiCAR. It provides crypto-asset services to customers across the European Economic Area, except Malta, through the Bybit.eu platform.

Bybit EU GmbH is authorised to provide:

Bybit EU GmbH does not operate a trading platform for crypto-assets and does not provide investment advice.

Bybit Payments GmbH is an Austrian electronic money institution authorised by the FMA. It will provide regulated e-money and payment services through the Bybit.eu platform as those services are introduced.

The services of Bybit EU GmbH and Bybit Payments GmbH are subject to their respective regulatory permissions, applicable terms and conditions, and availability in the relevant jurisdiction.

Media Contact: press@bybit.euWebsite: www.bybit.eu

Disclaimer: This press release is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or an offer to buy or sell digital assets. The products and services mentioned herein are subject to applicable laws and regulations in the relevant jurisdictions and may not be available in certain regions.

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La storia dietro la virale maschera al collagene: come Biodance sta ridefinendo il futuro della skincare con la tecnologia all’idrogel

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:21:13 +0200

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Dal percorso di guarigione della fondatrice alla nascita di un brand globale di skincare che sta rivoluzionando la tecnologia all’idrogel.

SEOUL, Corea del Sud, 4 agosto 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Non tutti i brand skincare nascono in laboratorio. Alcuni nascono da un’esperienza personale.

Per Biodance, tutto è iniziato dopo il percorso di guarigione della fondatrice Mihwa Kim a seguito di un grave incidente avvenuto nel 2013. Durante il percorso di guarigione, ha scoperto come l’idrogel di grado medico fosse in grado di creare l’ambiente ottimale affinché la pelle possa rigenerarsi naturalmente. Questa esperienza ha dato origine a una domanda molto semplice: perché non reinventare questa tecnologia per la skincare quotidiana?

Questa domanda è diventata il fondamento della filosofia di Biodance: aiutare la pelle a ripristinare il suo equilibrio naturale attraverso la tecnologia a base di idrogel, routine skincare pensate per sostenere la salute della pelle nel tempo, andando oltre risultati temporanei.

Oggi, Biodance è diventata uno dei brand K-beauty in più rapida crescita a livello globale, con 300 milioni di maschere vendute, 1 miliardo di visualizzazioni video e una presenza in oltre 90 Paesi. Il bestseller del marchio, la Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask, ha conquistato un fedele seguito in tutto il mondo, contribuendo all’affermazione di Biodance come azienda leader nella skincare con tecnologia a base di idrogel.

Da una maschera virale a una routine di skincare completa

Sulla base del successo globale della sua Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask, numero 1 della linea, Biodance sta espandendo la sua filosofia basata sull’idrogel trasformandola in una routine completa per la skincare.

All’inizio di agosto 2026, il marchio ha presentato i suoi nuovi Hydrogel Eye Patches e Jelly Serum Mist presso i punti vendita Sephora in 17 Paesi europei, disponibili sia nella collezione Collagen che in quella Caviar PDRN. L’Invisible Collagen Peptide Sun Fluid è già disponibile su Amazon nei principali Paesi europei, rafforzando ulteriormente il crescente portafoglio di prodotti per la skincare di Biodance.

Questi nuovi lanci ampliano l’universo idrogel di Biodance oltre il mondo delle maschere,offrendo trattamenti mirati per il contorno occhi, idratazione giornaliera e protezione UV leggera attraverso la tecnologia ispirata all’idrogel distintiva del marchio.

Mentre Biodance continua a crescere attraverso Sephora, Douglas, Amazon e i principali partner retail europei, il marchio mira a presentare ai consumatori europei non solo prodotti innovativi, ma anche una filosofia skincare basata sul recupero, sull’equilibrio e sulla salute della pelle nel lungo periodo.

Informazioni su Biodance

Fondata in Corea del Sud, Biodance è un marchio di skincare nato dalla visione della fondatrice Mihwa Kim secondo cui una pelle sana nasce dalla capacità naturale della pelle di rigenerarsi e ritrovare il proprio equilibrio. Famoso per la sua innovativa tecnologia all’idrogel e per la celebre Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask, diventata virale in tutto il mondo, il marchio continua a espandere la propria gamma di prodotti skincare innovativi, portando l’universo dell’idrogel ai consumatori di tutto il mondo.

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The Story Behind the Viral Collagen Mask: How Biodance Is Shaping the Future of Hydrogel Skincare

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:10:08 +0200

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From one founder’s recovery journey to a global skincare brand redefining hydrogel technology.

SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Not every skincare brand begins in a laboratory. Some begin with a personal experience.

For Biodance, everything started after founder Mihwa Kim’s recovery from a serious accident in 2013. During her recovery, she discovered how medical-grade hydrogel creates the optimal environment for skin to restore itself naturally. That experience inspired a simple question: Why couldn’t this technology be reimagined for everyday skincare?

That question became the foundation of Biodance’s philosophy: helping skin restore its natural balance through hydrogel technology while creating skincare that supports long-term skin health rather than temporary results.

Today, Biodance has become one of the fastest-growing K-beauty skincare brands worldwide, with more than 300 million masks sold, over 1 billion video views, and a presence in 90+ countries. The brand’s bestselling Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask has earned a loyal global following and established Biodance as a leader in hydrogel skincare.

From One Viral Mask to a Complete Skincare Routine

Building on the global success of its #1 Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask, Biodance is expanding its hydrogel philosophy into a complete skincare routine.

In early August 2026, the brand introduced its new Hydrogel Eye Patches and Jelly Serum Mist at Sephora across 17 European countries, available in both the Collagen and Caviar PDRN collections. The Invisible Collagen Peptide Sun Fluid is already available through Amazon across key European markets, further strengthening Biodance’s growing skincare portfolio.

These launches expand Biodance’s Hydrogel Universe beyond masks, offering targeted eye care, daily hydration, and lightweight UV protection through the brand’s signature hydrogel-inspired technology.

As Biodance continues to grow through Sephora, Douglas, Amazon, and leading European retail partners, the brand aims to introduce European consumers not only to innovative products, but also to a skincare philosophy rooted in recovery, balance, and long-term skin health.

About BiodanceFounded in South Korea, Biodance is a skincare brand inspired by founder Mihwa Kim’s belief that healthy skin begins with recovery. Renowned for its pioneering hydrogel technology and globally viral Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask, the brand continues expanding its innovative skincare portfolio while bringing its Hydrogel Universe to consumers around the world.

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TriNetX Supports European Healthcare Organizations on the Path to EHDS Readiness

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:03:04 +0200

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The TriNetX federated real-world data network unlocks innovation while supporting interoperability and European Health Data Space (EHDS) compliance

GHENT, Belgium, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — European healthcare organizations (HCOs) face a critical window as the European Health Data Space (EHDS) secondary-use framework takes shape across national implementation plans. Institutions without interoperable, well-governed research data infrastructure risk being left behind. TriNetX, the world’s leading federated real-world data network with the largest covered population in Europe, today announced a new initiative to help European HCOs transform and harmonize their clinical data into the Observational Medical Outcomes Partnership Common Data Model (OMOP CDM), Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR), and other interoperable standards aligned with EHDS requirements. In addition, HCOs may choose to make their data available for research through participation in the TriNetX LIVE™ network using a range of advanced data-sharing approaches that preserve local control and governance.

“European HCOs are entering a vital planning period for research data readiness,” said Steve Lethbridge, Senior Vice President, Global Healthcare Partnerships at TriNetX. “TriNetX’s expertise is reflected in a harmonized global network representing more than 300 million patient lives, with data mapped to internationally recognized terminology standards that support the OMOP CDM and FHIR. This foundation can help institutions advance data quality, improve research readiness, and position themselves for the opportunities emerging through the EHDS.”

“This is about more than compliance,” added Jeffrey S. Brown, PhD, TriNetX’s Chief Scientific Officer. “An OMOP-ready research environment can help HCOs transform fragmented clinical data into a governed, high-value asset. In doing so, they can expand access to research collaborations, attract new funding opportunities, and increase participation in clinical trials and other research programs — all while adhering to strong security and governance frameworks that ensure physical and operational control over all patient and institutional data.”

European HCOs interested in enhancing their EHDS readiness can learn more by visiting trinetx.com.

About TriNetX, LLCTriNetX is the Global Truth Engine for Better Human Health™ that makes complex, real-world health data easy to use. Data are sourced directly from our growing global network of over 14,200 healthcare provider locations. TriNetX customers select the data source, types, and breadth of data they need; the data access methods they desire; and the types of software, human, and machine intelligence they wish to apply – and combine these to solve their business objectives.

TriNetX maintains its European headquarters in Sint-Martens-Latem, Belgium, and has additional offices in London, United Kingdom; Freiburg, Germany; Pozuelo de Alarcón, Spain; and Basel, Switzerland, supporting customers and partners across Europe and around the world.

Visit TriNetX at www.trinetx.com or follow TriNetX on LinkedIn to learn more.

Media ContactTriNetXKaren Tunkskaren.tunks@trinetx.com

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Lockton Introduces Lockton SAGE: The Industry’s First Unified Enterprise Intelligence Platform

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:02:02 +0200

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Purpose-built to bring the full power of Lockton’s proprietary data, advanced analytics, AI-enabled capabilities, and specialized expertise to client decisions, at scale

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lockton, the world’s largest privately held insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced the expanded availability of Lockton SAGE, its enterprise intelligence platform purpose-built to bring the full power of Lockton’s proprietary data, advanced analytics, AI-enabled capabilities, and specialized expertise to client decisions.

First introduced within Lockton Re, Lockton SAGE is now being extended across the firm’s US broader business with capabilities spanning Risk Solutions, People Solutions, and Reinsurance.

As organizations navigate increasingly complex workforce, financial, and risk decisions, many are challenged by disconnected data, siloed insights, and a growing wave of standalone AI tools that fail to deliver the full picture.

“No firm is better positioned to lead clients into the age of AI than Lockton, but technology alone is never the advantage; real impact comes from combining powerful intelligence with exceptional people,” said Ron Lockton, Chairman and CEO of Lockton. “Our data, technology, and expertise were built together over time, not bolted on through acquisition, so they work as one, and we built Lockton SAGE to make our advisors better; giving them the insight to deliver a smarter, more personal way for clients to navigate risk and reach stronger outcomes. The firms that lead the next decade will be the ones that pair great technology with great people, and that is exactly where we are focused.”

Lockton SAGE was built to bring it all together.

Lockton SAGE uses AI-enabled capabilities to surface the patterns, priorities, and recommendations that matter most to each client’s business.

From Data to Decision — at Speed

Lockton SAGE connects policies, quotes, claims, and exposures, applying AI-enabled analytics with human experience to provide clients with faster, smarter guidance when decisions matter most. By uncovering patterns, anticipating emerging risks, and delivering actionable recommendations earlier, the platform helps organizations mitigate issues before they grow, reducing costs today while creating greater financial and operational resilience for the future.

What Clients Receive

For clients, that means moving beyond a fixed insurance platform to a personalized operating environment – one that combines best-in-class services with an experience designed around their business, their priorities, and the metrics that matter most.

Across every stage of the insurance lifecycle, Lockton SAGE translates connected intelligence into a deep understanding of the client business and risk profile, paired with insights specific to their goals and objectives — from the data that starts the process to the advisory that follows the placement:

Built for the Long Game

Lockton’s private ownership allows the firm to take the long-term view, investing deliberately in a flexible platform architecture that can continuously adopt leading AI models as they reshape how organizations evaluate risk. The result is a platform designed to keep innovating, adapting, and scaling alongside client needs — staying ahead of market demands, not reacting to them.

“The market is full of tools, but clients need the right intelligence — connected, contextual, and built around how they actually make decisions. Lockton SAGE is our commitment to delivering exactly that. It’s not a single product. It’s the collective expertise of Lockton, working together to give every client greater confidence at every decision point.”

— Claude Yoder, Chief Data, Analytics, and Digital Officer, Lockton

Lockton SAGE creates a scalable foundation for continued innovation, expanding the value Lockton delivers across every client relationship. And because Lockton SAGE continues to develop new intelligence over time, it compounds in value as Lockton and its clients continue to grow, equipping Lockton Associates with the tools and insights needed to provide more informed and impactful guidance. For more information, visit LocktonSAGE.com.

About Lockton 

What makes Lockton stand apart is also what makes it better: independence. Lockton’s private ownership empowers nearly 15,000 Associates doing business in 180+ countries to focus solely on clients’ risk and insurance needs. With expertise that reaches around the globe, Lockton delivers the deep understanding needed to accomplish remarkable results.

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HOTELEX Shenzhen 2026 Open Hosted Buyer Programme for Global Hospitality and Foodservice Buyers

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:21:51 +0200

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SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As businesses continue to strengthen sourcing and partnership strategies across Asia, HOTELEX Shenzhen 2026 is inviting international buyers to join its Hosted Buyer Programme, connecting them with suppliers across the Greater Bay Area—China’s leading hospitality and foodservice region.

Taking place from 13–15 October 2026 at Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center, HOTELEX Shenzhen 2026 will bring together 2,500+ exhibitors and 150,000+ professional buyers across the hospitality and foodservice supply chain. Designed for distributors, importers, wholesalers, retailers, franchisers and other qualified buyers, the Hosted Buyer Programme helps participants make the most of their visit through pre-arranged business meetings and dedicated buyer services.

Rather than spending valuable time searching the exhibition floor, Hosted Buyers will be matched with exhibitors based on their sourcing interests and business objectives. The programme is designed to support more focused conversations, helping buyers discover new products, identify reliable suppliers and build long-term business relationships.Qualified Hosted Buyers will enjoy a range of exclusive benefits, including shuttle bus services between the hotel and the exhibition venue, access to the Hosted Buyer Lounge with refreshments, participation in business matchmaking sessions, and opportunities to attend industry forums and networking activities throughout the exhibition.

Located in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Shenzhen serves as a strategic gateway to China’s hospitality and foodservice industry and the broader Asian market. Positioned at the heart of one of the world’s most vibrant economic regions, HOTELEX Shenzhen provides an international platform where global suppliers and professional buyers connect, exchange insights and explore new business opportunities across the hospitality and foodservice value chain.

Connect to China, Develop in HOTELEX.

Applications for the Hosted Buyer Programme are now open.

To apply or learn more, please contact:Lizzy.Chen@imsinoexpo.com.

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AIC to Showcase Context Memory and AI Inference Storage Platforms at FMS 2026

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:12:46 +0200

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AIC, a global leader in enterprise storage and server solutions, will exhibit at FMS: the Future of Memory and Storage 2026 from August 4–6 at the Santa Clara Convention Center at Booth #419. This year AIC presents the storage platforms behind AI’s newest infrastructure tier — context memory, the flash layer that holds precomputed model context for GPU clusters to retrieve rather than regenerate.

AI inference is redrawing the memory hierarchy. KV cache — the precomputed context behind every model response — has outgrown GPU memory, and operators increasingly serve it from shared NVMe flash instead of recomputing it on GPUs. NVIDIA CMX defines this new tier of Ethernet-attached shared flash between GPU memory and capacity storage. At FMS 2026, AIC puts that tier on the show floor as deployable hardware.

AIC’s FMS 2026 lineup spans next-generation PCIe Gen6 platforms, dual-active high-availability architectures, DPU-accelerated JBOFs for NVMe-over-Fabrics, and CXL-ready all-flash servers — the building blocks of scalable, efficient AI data pipelines from ingest to inference. Together they reflect AIC’s focus on the full AI storage stack, from petabyte-scale capacity to the tiers closest to the GPU.

Featured at AIC Booth #419

F2032-G6 — AIC’s 2U dual-active flash storage system for context memory. Built on PCIe Gen6 with a dual-port backplane and DPU-accelerated NVMe-over-Fabrics, so a controller failure becomes a path failover rather than an array rebuild. On display at AIC’s booth with an NVIDIA CMX board for the context memory tier.

F2026-01-G5 — 2U PCIe Gen5 JBOF with dual-port NVMe throughout and support for multiple DPUs, serving disaggregated flash to GPU clusters over NVMe-over-Fabrics.

HA2026-HC — dual-active, high-availability storage platform for mission-critical workloads that cannot absorb a rebuild window.

SB201-SU — 2U all-flash NVMe server with dual Intel Xeon 6 processors and an E3, CXL-ready drive cage, for AI data ingest, preparation, and serving.

J4078-02-04X — 4U high-density SAS JBOD providing the capacity tier for backup, archive, and bulk data lakes behind the flash layer.

AIC will also display many other systems built for the next generation of storage architecture — engineered to reduce bottlenecks and meet the needs of increasingly demanding AI workloads.

AIC Across the Show Floor

AIC platforms will also be featured at booths across FMS 2026. AIC’s F2032-G6 will be on display at Micron’s Booth #107, populated with Micron 6600 ION 245TB SSDs. ScaleFlux will show the AIC F2026-01-G5 at Booth #519. AIC systems will also be featured at Silicon Motion’s Booth #315.

H3 Platform, a leader in PCIe and composable infrastructure solutions, will co-exhibit inside AIC Booth #419, showing a 3U GPU-accelerated memory and storage system developed in collaboration with AIC. The system pairs H3’s software-defined PCIe fabric orchestration with high-density NVMe to bring data closer to the GPU.

The FMS 2026 lineup reflects AIC’s ongoing collaborations with leaders in the storage, memory and AI ecosystem such as NVIDIA, Micron, Sandisk, Solidigm, KIOXIA, ScaleFlux, MangoBoost, Silicon Motion, Graid Technology, and many others. This close collaboration ensures AIC will continue to build systems ready to meet the demands of tomorrow’s AI workloads.

“We are always excited to attend FMS,” said Michael Liang, President and CEO of AIC. “AI storage is AIC’s key focus, and this show is a key opportunity for us to present our latest generation of systems, ready to meet the needs of increasingly intensive AI workloads. We have served this industry for over 30 years, and we look forward to continued growth alongside it.”

“In inference clusters, KV cache is the working set: every generated token depends on context that is expensive to recompute and cheap to retrieve,” said CT Sun, Chief Technology Officer of AIC. “This is the problem our systems are built to solve: keep that context on shared flash close to the GPUs, and keep it available through any failure. Get this tier right and inference keeps scaling. That is what we design for, and it is what makes these platforms ready for the next generation of AI workloads.”

AIC invites those attending FMS 2026 to visit Booth #419 to see firsthand the systems leading the next generation of AI storage, built in collaboration with partners across the industry. To schedule a meeting with an AIC expert during the show, contact sales@aicipc.com.

Event Details

FMS: the Future of Memory and Storage 2026

August 4–6, 2026 | Santa Clara Convention Center

AIC Booth #419

To schedule a meeting with an AIC expert during the show, contact sales@aicipc.com.

About AIC Inc.

AIC Inc. is a global leader in server and storage solutions. With 30 years of expertise in high-density storage servers, storage server barebones, and high-performance computers, AIC has expanded into AI storage and AI edge appliances, achieving significant market recognition for its branded products. The company’s in-house design, manufacturing, and validation capabilities ensure products are highly flexible and configurable to meet diverse form factor requirements. Headquartered in Taiwan, AIC operates offices and facilities across the United States, Asia, and Europe. For more information, please visit www.aicipc.com or contact us at sales@aicipc.com

Micron and the Micron logo are trademarks of Micron Technology, Inc. NVIDIA is a trademark of NVIDIA Corporation. PCIe is a registered trademark of PCI-SIG. Intel and Xeon are trademarks of Intel Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Loftware and RiseNow Partner to Accelerate Supply Chain Performance and Compliance

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:33:35 +0200

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Alliance connects procurement to product identity and execution, enabling greater transparency, traceability, and operational confidence

PORTSMOUTH, N.H., Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Loftware, a global leader in product identification and supply chain collaboration, today announced a global strategic partnership with RiseNow, a leading procurement and supply chain advisory and managed services firm that helps organizations modernize their operations from sourcing to fulfillment through proven best practices and agentic AI services.

By combining RiseNow’s spend management and supply chain expertise with Loftware’s product identification solutions for SAP and SAP S/4HANA environments, the partnership aligns procurement with downstream execution, enabling businesses to overcome fragmented processes that limit visibility, compliance, and control. Launching with an initial focus on healthcare and health systems – where product identification and traceability are critical to patient safety and audit readiness – the alliance delivers end-to-end visibility and scalable track-and-trace capabilities, with plans to expand into manufacturing and other industries.

“Organizations are under increasing pressure to make their SAP investments deliver measurable business outcomes,” said Justin Sadler-Smith, Chief Revenue Officer at Loftware. “Through our leadership in the SAP ecosystem, including Loftware Cloud as an SAP Endorsed App, we bring greater intelligence to product identity across complex supply chains. Our partnership with RiseNow extends that value by combining deep transformation expertise with smarter product data management.”

The collaboration is especially valuable for healthcare and other highly regulated industries, where accurate information, regulatory requirements, and supply continuity are critical. By helping organizations establish greater confidence in the products they manage, the partnership supports safer decision making, improved compliance, and more reliable operations throughout the product lifecycle.

“We’re thrilled to join Loftware in a strategic global partnership to advance supply chain visibility, control, and optimization. Our advisory and operator-led managed services complement Loftware’s product identification solutions, solving the root problems behind our clients’ operations. Together we drive savings, reduce risk, increase visibility, and apply AI automation that improves both operational outcomes and user performance,” added Steve Dailey, President at RiseNow.

For more information about the Loftware and RiseNow partnership, visit the Loftware and RiseNow websites.

About Loftware

Loftware is the global leader in product identification. Our cloud-based solutions power real-time collaboration, ensure compliance, improve authenticity, and deliver supply chain traceability from product development to consumer engagement. We provide scalable, data-driven labeling and packaging technologies that help companies boost speed to market, enhance efficiency, and connect physical products to digital experiences. Trusted by global brands and backed by over 40 years of innovation, Loftware supports customers across industries with offices in the US, UK, Slovenia, China, and Singapore.

About RiseNow

RiseNow is an award-winning, practitioner-led, global procurement and supply chain advisory and managed services firm founded in 2010 and headquartered in Leawood, Kansas. The firm helps mid-size to Fortune 2000 organizations across every industry transform how they source, buy, and manage spend through digital procurement and Source-to-Pay implementation. RiseNow also brings deep supply chain operations expertise to health systems and hospitals, supporting inventory, logistics, and the flow of goods through complex clinical environments. Across procurement and supply chain alike, US-based managed services take tactical work off client teams, combining advisory depth with hands-on execution. Through RiseTalent, its apprenticeship program, the firm is building the next generation of skilled procurement and supply chain professionals. In October 2024, RiseNow received strategic growth investments from private equity firms Achieve Partners and Avante Capital Partners to expand its operations and talent development. Learn more at risenow.com.

Media contact for Loftware:Laura Hindley, Principal Manager, PR & Content, lhindley@loftware.com

Media contact for RiseNow:Lizzy Puckett, Senior Director, Marketing, lizzy.puckett@risenow.com

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La terra trema nella Toscana del nord ovest: epicentro a ovest di Pisa

REDAZIONE — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:13:06 +0200

PISA – Forte scossa di terremoto nella mattinata di oggi (4 agosto), avvertita distintamente dalla popolazione in tutta la Toscana settentrionale e lungo la fascia costiera, estendendosi fino alle province di Livorno, Lucca e Massa Carrara.

La terra ha tremato esattamente alle 10,15. Secondo le rilevazioni dell’Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia, il sisma ha fatto registrare una magnitudo locale pari a 4.3, con epicentro individuato a circa 7 chilometri a ovest di Pisa e a una profondità ipocentrale contenuta di appena 8 chilometri. Proprio la ridotta profondità e la vicinanza ai centri abitati hanno reso il movimento tellurico percepibile in modo particolarmente nitido anche nelle province limitrofe.

L’evento ha provocato immediata apprensione tra i cittadini: in pochissimi minuti il centralino del Numero Unico Regionale per le emergenze 112 è stato preso d’assalto da centinaia di chiamate di residenti in cerca di notizie e rassicurazioni. Negli uffici, nelle abitazioni e negli esercizi commerciali del capoluogo pisano e dei comuni vicini molte persone si sono riversate in strada a scopo precauzionale per timore di nuove scosse.

Il sistema di protezione civile regionale e le autorità locali si sono subito attivati per il monitoraggio della situazione. In alcune strutture e stabili della zona sono state avviate evacuazioni temporanee in via precauzionale. Al momento, fortunatamente, le prime verifiche condotte sui territori interessati non segnalano feriti né danni di rilievo ad abitazioni o infrastrutture, mentre proseguono i sopralluoghi dei tecnici delle forze dell’ordine e dei vigili del fuoco.

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Jo Malone London Launches Sea Salt & Bergamot, the ‘scent of a new adventure’

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:01:26 +0200

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LONDON, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Plunge into the exhilarating surf of the Celtic Sea. Immersed in the wild waters, every wave carries a fresh minerality. Joining a burst of bergamot, driftwood accord anchors this sea salt-fresh scent. Experience the untamed beauty of the British coast.

Introducing Sea Salt & Bergamot, the new fresh and woody cologne by Jo Malone London. In the same boat as Wood Sage & Sea Salt, it builds on the brand’s selection of sea salt-fresh scents inspired by the British coast. While Wood Sage & Sea Salt is set on the windswept shore, Sea Salt & Bergamot is immersed in the wild waters. Customers are invited to discover the stimulating new cologne and explore the edit in-store and online.

Perfumer: Mathilde Bijaoui Top: Bergamot Heart: Sea Salt Base: Driftwood

Sea Salt & Bergamot Cologne will be available online at jomalone.co.uk and in Jo Malone London stores from August 2026. Follow Jo Malone London on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube, LinkedIn and Pinterest: @JoMaloneLondon #JoMaloneLondon #ScentsOfBritain

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OCEANCO TO PRESENT LEVIATHAN AND DRAAK AT THE 2026 MONACO YACHT SHOW

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:04:12 +0200

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MONACO, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Oceanco has built its reputation by partnering with visionary owners who are bold enough to challenge convention. At this year’s Monaco Yacht Show, that approach will be embodied by two recently delivered projects: Leviathan (111m/364ft) and Draak (93m/305ft) both owned by Gabe Newell, who joined the Oceanco team in July 2025. The attendance will also mark the first time Oceanco has showcased both a new build and a rebuild at the show.

“Every owner we work with brings a different vision, and every project challenges us in a different way,” says Marcel Onkenhout, CEO of Oceanco. “With collaboration guiding every decision, we are looking forward to showcasing two yachts at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show that truly reflect this ambition.”

Leviathan and Draak were designed around teamwork and community. A highly collaborative build process across both projects resulted in unconventional layouts and crew-centric design philosophies. Developed to operate seamlessly together, Leviathan and Draak are companion yachts within Gabe Newell’s Inkfish fleet.

“With Inkfish, we try to focus on being of service to the scientific community,” says Gabe. “We work with scientists to understand what’s helpful, then look at how our technology, tools and resources can best support their mission, whether that’s getting them to places they couldn’t otherwise reach, developing new technology or providing funding to remove barriers to their research.”

Delivered in November 2025, Leviathan rethinks yacht design and operations to improve the experience of everyone living and working onboard. Communal spaces create an environment where guests and crew are encouraged to interact, while low-maintenance materials aim to maximize crew productivity. Dedicated onboard facilities, including a dive center, laboratory and hospital, support Inkfish activities.

Delivered in June 2026 following a comprehensive rebuild by Oceanco’s Life Cycle Support, Draak has been reimagined for an entirely new operational purpose. Alongside Leviathan, she now supports Inkfish expeditions with specialist diving facilities, a capable tender fleet and heavy-duty lifting systems. Many of the same design and operational principles introduced on Leviathan were also adopted on Draak.

The Monaco Yacht Show will also mark just over a year since Gabe joined the Oceanco team. His tenure has overseen the continued expansion of the Oceanco’s

collaborative ecosystem through the addition of Alewijnse and Winel, joining fellow specialist companies Aluship, Lateral and Mercury. Looking ahead, Oceanco sees further opportunities to welcome increasingly ambitious owner visions. By leveraging a wider technological ecosystem available to the Oceanco Group, the builder is exploring ways to innovate across the design, construction and operation of future yachts.

“Just about everything I’ve been involved in over the years has moved some aspect of technology forward in a way that benefits customers,” says Gabe. “Our aim is to identify interesting technologies, prototype them and move them into production.”

As one of the key events on the yachting calendar, the Monaco Yacht Show offers a valuable opportunity to connect with clients, partners, and industry professionals. Throughout the week, Oceanco will also take part in a curated program of events, with Leviathan and Draak on display at the cruise terminal, as well as hospitality spaces across different locations at the show.

With new build and refit opportunities available, Oceanco continues to welcome conversations with potential clients seeking to realize their own unique visions. To make the most of your visit, book a private appointment with our Sales and Life Cycle Support teams directly.

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Please contact Georgia Lewis: Georgia.Lewis@oceanco.nl or +31 6 83 19 46 88.

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Consulenza finanziaria indipendente: cosa cambia davvero per chi risparmia

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:04:06 +0200

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Milano, agosto 2026 – Per milioni di risparmiatori italiani, decidere come gestire il proprio patrimonio resta una delle scelte più delicate e meno affrontate con consapevolezza. Nel dibattito pubblico sulla gestione del risparmio si tende spesso a ridurre il valore di un percorso di investimento alla sola performance di breve periodo, trascurando altri fattori che nel tempo incidono in modo altrettanto rilevante sui risultati.

La ricerca accademica e la pratica professionale indicano che il contributo di una consulenza qualificata non si misura tanto nella capacità di anticipare i mercati, quanto in una serie di interventi che possono migliorare la gestione complessiva del patrimonio nel tempo.

In assenza di una guida strutturata, chi investe resta esposto alle proprie reazioni emotive, che in alcuni casi possono portare a scelte poco razionali nei momenti meno opportuni. La consulenza finanziaria indipendente si propone come un filtro razionale, capace di tradurre la complessità dei mercati in un percorso più lineare, in cui le decisioni sono guidate da un metodo definito piuttosto che dall’emotività del momento.

Perché un percorso di pianificazione patrimoniale possa funzionare nel tempo, è importante che il rapporto tra investitore e consulente si fondi su un livello elevato di trasparenza. Questo aspetto tende a essere più delicato nel modello di distribuzione bancario e assicurativo tradizionale, dove operatori e promotori, pur qualificati, agiscono anche come soggetti che collocano i prodotti dell’istituto per cui lavorano, generando in alcuni casi una sovrapposizione tra l’interesse del cliente e quello commerciale dell’intermediario.

La direttiva europea MiFID II ha introdotto obblighi di trasparenza più stringenti sui costi totali dell’investimento, richiedendo comunicazioni ex-ante ed ex-post dettagliate. Resta tuttavia diffuso, nel canale bancario, il meccanismo delle retrocessioni (inducements): commissioni che le società di gestione riconoscono all’intermediario che colloca il prodotto. Questo meccanismo, di per sé lecito e regolamentato, può in alcuni casi generare un incentivo a proporre gli strumenti più remunerativi per la rete distributiva, non necessariamente i più efficienti per il risparmiatore.

Il modello di consulenza finanziaria indipendente, basato sulla formula fee-only, riduce questo tipo di sovrapposizione: il professionista non percepisce provvigioni o commissioni di collocamento dai gestori dei prodotti consigliati, ma riceve un compenso concordato direttamente con il cliente. In Italia questa figura è regolamentata: il consulente finanziario autonomo, così come le società di consulenza finanziaria (SCF), devono essere iscritti in un’apposita sezione dell’Albo unico dei Consulenti Finanziari, gestito dall’OCF (Organismo di vigilanza e tenuta dell’Albo) sotto la vigilanza della CONSOB. L’iscrizione è verificabile pubblicamente sul portale dell’organismo di vigilanza, il che consente al risparmiatore di controllare in autonomia la natura e la regolarità del professionista a cui si rivolge.

Uno degli effetti pratici di questo modello riguarda anche i costi di gestione. Alcuni prodotti a gestione attiva, o alcuni strumenti assicurativi più complessi, possono presentare costi complessivi sensibilmente più elevati rispetto a un portafoglio costruito con strumenti passivi come gli ETF, anche se si tratta di differenze da valutare caso per caso e non di una regola generale applicabile a tutto il mercato. Va inoltre ricordato che il TER (Total Expense Ratio) non esaurisce il costo totale di possesso di un fondo: spread denaro-lettera, costi di transazione ed eventuali commissioni della piattaforma incidono comunque sul rendimento netto. Sostituendo strumenti a gestione attiva con molti ETF passivi core, un consulente indipendente può contribuire a ridurre in modo significativo le spese correnti di portafoglio, con effetti che nel tempo si riflettono sul rendimento netto del cliente.

Per comprendere il valore di un affiancamento professionale, può essere utile osservare la natura e la frequenza degli errori che i risparmiatori tendono a commettere quando operano in autonomia o si affidano a canali non pienamente allineati ai propri interessi. La finanza comportamentale, disciplina che studia l’interazione tra psicologia e decisioni economiche, ha documentato come le scelte in ambito finanziario siano spesso guidate da bias cognitivi ed euristiche che possono rivelarsi controproducenti.

Tra i bias più studiati vi è l’avversione alle perdite (loss aversion), descritta dagli psicologi Daniel Kahneman e Amos Tversky, secondo cui il disagio provocato da una perdita tende a essere percepito come più intenso, a parità di importo, rispetto alla soddisfazione di un guadagno corrispondente. Questa asimmetria emotiva aiuta a spiegare un comportamento ricorrente, il cosiddetto panic selling: durante le fasi di correzione dei mercati, il timore della perdita può spingere alcuni risparmiatori a liquidare le proprie posizioni, trasformando in una perdita reale quella che sarebbe potuta restare una flessione temporanea. In modo speculare, nelle fasi di euforia dei mercati può manifestarsi il cosiddetto effetto FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out), che porta ad acquistare asset già saliti molto di prezzo. Ripetuto nel tempo, questo schema – comprare quando i prezzi sono alti e vendere quando sono bassi – tende a penalizzare in modo significativo il rendimento effettivo del risparmio accumulato.

Accanto agli errori di natura emotiva, si osservano spesso alcune criticità strutturali nella costruzione dei portafogli fai-da-te o proposti da alcuni canali di distribuzione tradizionali: la concentrazione eccessiva su singoli titoli o mercati geografici, spesso legata al cosiddetto home bias, cioè la tendenza a investire prevalentemente nel proprio Paese; l’acquisto di prodotti finanziari complessi o poco trasparenti, di difficile comprensione per un non addetto ai lavori; l’impatto di costi di gestione impliciti e commissioni di ingresso o di performance, che in alcuni casi possono assorbire una parte rilevante dei rendimenti generati dai mercati.

In questo contesto, la figura del consulente finanziario autonomo può svolgere un ruolo utile: attraverso un’analisi del portafoglio esistente, il professionista è in grado di individuare costi non evidenti e proporre una riorganizzazione degli strumenti meno efficienti. L’affiancamento non riguarda solo l’aspetto tecnico: aiuta anche il cliente a riconoscere i propri automatismi emotivi, riducendo la probabilità di errori che, nel tempo, possono incidere sulla stabilità economica di un nucleo familiare.

Oltre ai costi e ai rendimenti, esiste una dimensione meno misurabile ma altrettanto rilevante, legata alla serenità con cui si affrontano le proprie scelte finanziarie. Monitorare costantemente l’andamento dei mercati o vivere con il dubbio di aver preso la decisione sbagliata può generare un livello di stress che si riflette sulla vita quotidiana, sul lavoro e sulle relazioni personali.

La serenità finanziaria non deriva dall’eliminazione della volatilità dei mercati, un obiettivo tecnicamente non realistico, ma dalla capacità di conviverci grazie a un percorso di pianificazione strutturato. Quando un risparmiatore adotta un processo di pianificazione finanziaria orientato agli obiettivi – il cosiddetto goal-based investing – l’attenzione si sposta dalle oscillazioni di breve periodo al raggiungimento di obiettivi di vita concreti, ridefinendo il rapporto tra la persona e il proprio denaro.

A differenza di un approccio basato su prodotti standardizzati e benchmark generici, la pianificazione orientata agli obiettivi parte dall’analisi dei flussi di cassa, della capacità di risparmio e delle scadenze personali, per costruire una strategia più aderente alle esigenze reali. Il patrimonio viene spesso suddiviso in orizzonti temporali distinti, ciascuno associato a uno scopo specifico: una riserva per le emergenze immediate, la pianificazione degli studi dei figli, l’integrazione della pensione o il passaggio generazionale della ricchezza.

Sapere che ogni somma ha una destinazione definita, e che il portafoglio è costruito per attraversare le fasi di turbolenza di breve periodo, può aiutare il risparmiatore a delegare parte delle preoccupazioni operative, riducendo l’ansia legata alle performance di breve termine e permettendo di concentrarsi sulle proprie priorità personali e familiari. In questo senso, il valore della consulenza indipendente non si esaurisce nel rendimento ottenuto, ma comprende anche la riduzione degli errori comportamentali e un migliore allineamento delle scelte finanziarie agli obiettivi di vita.

In Italia, questo modello di consulenza è offerto da un numero crescente di professionisti e società di consulenza finanziaria autonome, tra cui
IoInvesto
, iscritte all’Albo OCF e vigilate dalla CONSOB.

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CNTE STAR T Powers the Czech Republic’s Largest Battery Energy Storage Project

Immediapress — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 04:05:56 +0200

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TEPLICE, Czech Republic, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Contemporary Nebula Technology Energy Co., Ltd. (CNTE), a global provider of integrated energy storage solutions invested by CATL, has supplied its STAR T containerized energy storage system for the Modlany Energy Park in northern Czech Republic.

The project combines a 42.7 MW photovoltaic power plant with a 37.95 MW/41.7 MWh battery energy storage system, making it the largest completed battery storage project in the Czech Republic. It deploys 11 CNTE STAR T-285 liquid-cooled energy storage containers, each rated at 3.45 MW/3.793 MWh.

CNTE Modlany Energy Storage Project, 37.95 MW/41.7 MWh

Connected to a major high-voltage substation, the project is designed to provide fast-response frequency regulation and grid balancing services. The energy storage system can rapidly charge or discharge according to grid requirements, helping balance fluctuations in photovoltaic generation and electricity demand.

By storing surplus solar power and releasing it when required, the project improves renewable energy utilization and strengthens the flexibility and reliability of the regional power system. It also provides additional balancing capacity as the Czech Republic continues integrating more renewable energy into its electricity network.

Located on a former mining spoil site, the Modlany Energy Park demonstrates how previously unused industrial land can be redeveloped into productive renewable energy infrastructure. The integration of solar generation, battery storage and intelligent energy management creates a more flexible energy asset for the local region.

The project highlights CNTE’s growing presence in the European utility-scale energy storage market and demonstrates the increasing demand for fast-response, high-safety battery storage solutions that can support renewable energy integration and grid stability.

CNTE’s STAR T is a liquid-cooled containerized energy storage system developed for utility-scale applications, including frequency regulation, renewable energy integration and grid-side energy management.

The system supports 1P charging and discharging, enabling rapid power response for frequency regulation and ancillary services. Its modular architecture supports one- to four-hour applications, allowing system configurations to be adapted to different project capacities and operating requirements.

The project deploys 11 CNTE STAR T-285 containerized energy storage systems.

STAR T integrates intelligent liquid cooling, four-level fire protection, precise fire alarm positioning and continuous DC insulation monitoring to support stable operation under demanding grid conditions. Its integrated energy management system and cloud platform provide real-time monitoring, intelligent control and lifecycle asset management.

The Modlany project marks an important milestone for CNTE and the development of large-scale energy storage in the Czech Republic. Through the deployment of STAR T, the project will deliver rapid frequency response, improve renewable energy utilization, and support a more reliable and flexible regional power system.

As Europe continues accelerating renewable energy deployment and modernizing its electricity infrastructure, battery energy storage is becoming increasingly important for balancing power supply and demand, reducing renewable energy curtailment and maintaining grid stability.

CNTE will continue working with customers and local partners across Europe to deliver safe, efficient and scalable energy storage solutions for frequency regulation, renewable integration and other utility-scale applications.

About CNTE

Invested by CATL, CNTE specializes in integrated energy storage solutions, offering research and development, intelligent manufacturing, global sales and localized services. With strict quality control and standardized delivery capabilities, CNTE provides high-safety and high-efficiency energy storage systems for utility-scale, commercial and industrial, and residential applications.

Learn more: https://en.cntepower.com/

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Caldo record, ma le risorse idriche della Toscana per ora non ne risentono

REDAZIONE — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:08:55 +0200

FIRENZE – La direzione difesa del suolo e protezione civile della Regione Toscana, attraverso il Settore idrologico e geologico regionale, presenterà domani (4 agosto) all’Osservatorio permanente sugli utilizzi delle risorse idriche del Distretto dell’Appennino settentrionale il quadro aggiornato delle condizioni idrologiche regionali, elaborato sulla base dei dati della rete regionale idropluviometrica, freatimetrica e termometrica.

L’analisi evidenzia come le numerose ondate di calore e le temperature superiori alle medie climatiche registrate negli ultimi mesi non abbiano, al momento, determinato effetti significativi sulla disponibilità della risorsa idrica regionale. Le temperature di luglio, come già osservato nel mese di giugno, si sono mantenute ben al di sopra della media climatica 1991-2020 sull’intero territorio monitorato.

“Il quadro che presenteranno gli uffici regionali all’Osservatorio evidenzia una situazione complessivamente favorevole per la disponibilità della risorsa idrica regionale – sottolinea il presidente della Regione Toscana Eugenio Giani – Nonostante il forte stress termico, la disponibilità della risorsa idrica risulta complessivamente soddisfacente grazie alle abbondanti precipitazioni che hanno caratterizzato l’inverno e la tarda primavera. Anche i dati idrometrici e quelli relativi agli invasi confermano un quadro positivo che ci permette di affrontare questo periodo con maggiore serenità, pur mantenendo alta l’attenzione”.

“L’assenza di criticità al momento non deve però indurre ad abbassare la guardia – afferma il sottosegretario alla presidenza Bernard Dika – La stagione estiva non è ancora conclusa e l’evoluzione meteorologica delle prossime settimane potrebbe determinare condizioni differenti. Per questo rinnovo l’invito a tutti i cittadini, alle attività economiche e agli enti gestori a evitare sprechi e ad adottare comportamenti virtuosi orientati al risparmio idrico, contribuendo a preservare una risorsa preziosa e strategica per il territorio. Sarà inoltre importante dare piena attuazione alle indicazioni e alle raccomandazioni che emergeranno dalla riunione dell’Osservatorio permanente, strumento fondamentale per il monitoraggio e il coordinamento delle azioni necessarie a garantire un utilizzo sostenibile delle risorse idriche. Da una parte quindi come Regione Toscana siamo impegnati a promuovere un utilizzo corretto della risorsa idrica e un cambiamento culturale che ci renda il più possibile resilienti rispetto ai cambiamenti climatici in atto, dall’altra investiamo con convinzione sul recupero e la realizzazione di invasi utili sia per l’agricoltura che per la protezione civile”.

La disponibilità della risorsa idrica risulta dunque, come evidenziato, complessivamente soddisfacente. La pluviometria di luglio mostra infatti, a scala regionale, un leggero surplus rispetto alla media degli ultimi trent’anni, mentre il confronto con i tre e sei mesi precedenti evidenzia un generale surplus di precipitazioni sulla quasi totalità dei bacini toscani. Solo alcune aree costiere presentano condizioni relativamente più deficitarie.

Anche i dati idrometrici confermano un quadro nel complesso positivo. Le portate dei corsi d’acqua non mostrano particolari peggioramenti rispetto ai mesi precedenti, con valori mediamente elevati nel bacino del Serchio e, in parte, dell’Arno.

Anche nei bacini del Cecina e dell’Ombrone grossetano, pur in presenza di valori leggermente inferiori ai deflussi minimi di riferimento nel mese di luglio, le portate risultano generalmente superiori a quelle registrate nello stesso periodo durante precedenti annate siccitose.

Una situazione analoga emerge dall’analisi degli invasi e delle acque sotterranee. Al 31 luglio 2026 l’invaso regionale di Bilancino conteneva circa 59 milioni di metri cubi d’acqua, con una percentuale di riempimento pari all’85%, sostanzialmente analoga a quella registrata nello stesso periodo del 2025, anno non caratterizzato da condizioni di siccità.

Anche l’invaso di Montedoglio presenta livelli in linea con quelli dello scorso anno, mentre per le falde la disponibilità della risorsa è giudicata nella norma, senza particolari criticità e con livelli piezometrici generalmente più elevati rispetto alle precedenti annate siccitose.

Le situazioni localmente più sensibili interessano alcune aree dell’Alto Valdarno, del bacino del Cecina, della costa livornese e della zona di Migliarino-Torre del Lago.

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Enzene Launches NeX™, a Comprehensive Suite of Solutionsto Enable Cost-Efficient, High-Yielding Local Biomanufacturing

Immediapress — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:34:09 +0200

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PUNE, India, Aug. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Enzene, a leading global continuously innovative development and manufacturing organization (CIDMO™), today announced the launch of NeX™, a transformative end-to-end partnership model that enables governments, institutions, and biopharma organizations to establish world-class biomanufacturing capabilities wherever they need them.

Built on the company’s proven EnzeneX® fully‑connected continuous manufacturing™ (FCCM™) platform, NeX delivers a turnkey, scalable, and sustainable way to make state-of-the-art innovation in biologics manufacturing transportable, close to patients and supply chains, and without the prohibitive capital burden of conventional fed‑batch facilities. By enabling local FCCM‑based manufacturing, governments can significantly expand patient affordability and access to life‑saving biologics.

Enzene’s NeX program includes comprehensive build-out and launch coordination with support for facility design and build-out, technology transfer and IP licensing for the EnzeneX platform, workforce development through the company’s SparX™ structured training curriculum, and ongoing operational support during start-up and commercialization. Where required, participating organizations may also receive access to selected products from Enzene’s biosimilar portfolio for manufacture within their own regions.

“A conventional biologics plant often requires between $300 million and $400 million to build,” commented Himanshu Gadgil, Ph.D., CEO of Enzene. “With our fully-connected continuous manufacturing platform, the same output can be achieved for $60–$80 million. The efficiency comes from a compact, integrated system architecture rather than the scale-intensive layouts of fed-batch facilities, allowing for long-term cost advantage and high product yields for locally manufactured biomedicines. We are already engaged in discussions with multiple governments and corporations all around the world and are looking forward to helping deliver affordable medicines to patients worldwide.”

Enzene’s NeX program is intended to help regions accelerate the establishment of local biopharma capabilities and risk-mitigated supply chains, develop domestic scientific talent, and reduce long-term manufacturing costs for local patients. The company estimates that facilities built under the program can achieve validation and commercial readiness in under three years.

For more information, visit www.enzene.com/nex.

About Enzene

Enzene is a Continuously Innovative Development and Manufacturing (CIDMO™) partner supporting innovators and biosimilar developers across discovery, development, and commercial supply. Operating from facilities in India and the U.S., Enzene provides integrated biologics development and manufacturing services enabled by its EnzeneX® fully‑connected continuous manufacturing™ (FCCM™) platform, which delivers the world’s leading yields and cost efficiency, and is validated for commercial biologics production.

To expand regional biologics capability, Enzene also offers NeX™, an end‑to‑end partnership program that supports governments, institutions, and biopharma organizations in establishing local biomanufacturing, leveraging all the productivity, operating cost and capital advantages of continuous processing. NeX provides comprehensive facility design guidance, technology and IP transfer, workforce development through its SparX™ training program, operational oversight, and territory‑specific pipeline support.

For more information, visit www.enzene.com.

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Holand Automotive Group Expands Its Ultra-Luxury Leasing Platform Through Strategic Acquisition from the John Scotti Leasing Inc. Receivership

Immediapress — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:27:55 +0200

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Holand Leasing acquires a select portion of the John Scotti Leasing Inc portfolio. The assets most aligned with its ultra-luxury business model reinforcing the Group’s long-term commitment to Québec’s most discerning clientele.

MONTRÉAL, Aug. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Holand Automotive Group, one of Canada’s foremost luxury and ultra-luxury automotive organizations, today announced that its leasing division, Holand Leasing, has completed the strategic acquisition of a select portion of the leasing portfolio of John Scotti Leasing Inc., through the court-supervised receivership process. Holand acquired the assets most closely aligned with its ultra-luxury business model and the profile of clients it serves representing a natural and disciplined extension of the Group’s existing leasing platform. The balance of the portfolio remains with the Receiver, who continues to manage the broader receivership process.

This transaction was carefully scoped to reflect Holand’s focus on the ultra-luxury segment. Rather than acquiring the portfolio in its entirety, Holand worked closely with the Receiver to identify and acquire the leases that best correspond to its business model, its client profile, and the marques it represents. The result is a highly compatible addition to Holand Leasing’s existing book that creates immediate value for clients and for the Group alike.

“On behalf of our entire group, we are very pleased and proud to welcome the clients who are joining the Holand family through this transaction. This acquisition reflects our conviction in the ultra-luxury segment and our commitment to serving it with the flexibility, discretion, and level of service our clients deserve. Our objective is clear: to work closely with these clients, honour and maintain their existing arrangements, and provide the continuity and flexibility they expect as we renew and grow the portfolio together.”

— Gad Bitton, President and Chief Executive Officer, Holand Automotive Group

Holand Leasing will work directly with the lessees concerned to ensure a seamless transition, maintaining their current leases and delivering the full range of services and flexibility that define the Holand experience. As a full-service leasing company, Holand supports its clients end to end from acquisition and financing through renewal across many of the world’s most sought-after marques.

To ensure continuity of service throughout the transition, the integration will be directed by Janet Cully, Senior Vice-President and a valued member of the Holand team since 1995. Reporting to Ms. Cully, Viki Forese, Head of Leasing Operations, will lead the day-to-day integration of the acquired portfolio, working closely with Meir Bitton, Executive Vice-President of Holand Leasing, to maintain the exceptional standard of care clients expect.

“Our first priority is our clients. Every lessee joining Holand can expect a smooth, seamless transition and the attentive, white-glove service they deserve.”

— Meir Bitton, Executive Vice-President of Holand Leasing

This transaction is consistent with Holand Automotive Group’s long-term strategy of creating value through selective, disciplined acquisitions that are aligned with its business model and the clients it serves. Holand will continue to evaluate opportunities to build, invest, and create lasting value wherever it can serve clients better than anyone else.

About Holand Automotive Group

Founded in 1995, Holand Automotive Group is a leading multi-brand luxury and ultra-luxury automotive organization, representing many of the world’s most prestigious marques across Canada, the United States, and Europe. Its dealerships include Ferrari Québec, Ferrari South Bay, Ferrari of Bucharest, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Québec, Lamborghini Palm Beach, McLaren Québec City, Aston Martin Bucharest, Maserati Montréal, Maserati of Québec City, Lotus Palm Beach, Lotus Québec City, BMW Québec City, BMW Lévis, and MINI Québec.

Together with its full-service leasing division, Holand Leasing, and its real estate and hospitality holdings, Holand is dedicated to delivering an exceptional experience to the world’s most discerning clients.

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