Collaboration Between OCTARVIA Programs and MiPoLin(R) JCN Newswire

Collaboration Between OCTARVIA Programs and MiPoLin(R)

TOKYO, June 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - National Maritime Research Institute (NMRI), National Institute of Maritime, Port and Aviation Technology and Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., a part of the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, have begun integrating the "OCTARVIA" programs developed by NMRI to evaluate and analyze ship performance in actual seas with the "MiPoLin®" power prediction and lines selection system developed by Mitsubishi Shipbuilding.The OCTARVIA programs (the ship lifecycle fuel efficiency evaluation program "OCTARVIA-web V2.1" and the actual ship monitoring data analysis program "SALVIA-OCT.-web V2.2"), which are released on NMRI cloud on June 5, 2026, allow users to import hull geometry and performance data generated by MiPoLin® into the OCTARVIA programs, enabling seamless execution of ship lifecycle fuel consumption estimates and ship performance evaluations based on ship monitoring data.Through this collaboration, NMRI and Mitsubishi Shipbuilding will promote dissemination of OCTARVIA programs and MiPoLin® and thereby support efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the maritime sector.NMRI is currently working to enhance the functionality of the following programs developed under the Japan Maritime Cluster Collaborative Research Project on Evaluation of Ship Performance in Actual Seas (OCTARVIA) with the aim of social implementation:Program for estimating ship lifecycle fuel consumption (OCTARVIA-web)Program for onboard monitoring data analysis (SALVIA-OCT.-web)Program for providing ship form and ship performance data from the principal dimensions (EAGLE-OCT.-web)-an input support tool for OCTARVIA-web and SALVIA-OCT.-web-Mitsubishi Shipbuilding has developed "MiPoLin®" , a user-friendly, highly accurate power prediction and lines selection system that leverages over 1,200 tank test results accumulated over more than 100 years at the Mitsubishi Nagasaki Experimental Tank, as well as data from more than 420 ship designs. The company provides this system to enable Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Group's technologies to be widely utilized in solving problems across the entire maritime industry.To enhance the input support for OCTARVIA-web and SALVIA-OCT.-web, NMRI added an integration functionality with the MiPoLin® to the previous version of the programs. On June 5, 2026, NMRI is releasing OCTARVIA-web V2.1 and SALVIA-OCT.-web V2.2 on the NMRI cloud.This functionality enables users not only to estimate hull geometry and performance based on ship principal particulars, as was previously possible, but also to seamlessly integrate ship databases and tank test databases into the OCTARVIA programs. This allows shipping companies and other organizations to perform more accurate estimates of ship lifecycle fuel consumption and analyze onboard monitoring data.Through these programs, NMRI and Mitsubishi Shipbuilding will promote the reduction of GHG emissions from the maritime sector.(Annex)Collaboration Between OCTARVIA Programs and MiPoLin® (547 KB)About MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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TON Corporation to Launch ‘TonTV’, a Telegram-Native Short-Drama Platform, Globally in September 2026 SeaPRwire

TON Corporation to Launch ‘TonTV’, a Telegram-Native Short-Drama Platform, Globally in September 2026

A binge-watchable library of two-minute vertical dramas — free, no app-store install, opened from a single Telegram account for the platform’s ~1 billion monthly users. HO CHI MINH, VIETNAM – June 08, 2026 – (SEATribune) – Global content-tech company TON Corporation (CEO Henry Kim) today announced that it will officially launch ‘TonTV’, its Telegram-native short-drama platform, worldwide in September 2026. TonTV lets the ~1 billion people who use Telegram each month instantly and freely watch short dramas with a single Telegram account — with no separate app install and no complicated sign-up. Short drama is one of entertainment’s fastest-rising categories Short-form drama has moved to the center of global media consumption. Global in-app revenue for short dramas reached $2.98 billion in 2025, up 115% year over year, and in Q4 2025 short-form titles overtook long-form streaming apps in downloads for the first time (733M vs. 658M), according to Sensor Tower and Omdia. With short runtimes, high completion rates, and mobile-first immersion, the format is growing fastest among younger viewers. TonTV places dramas of around two minutes at the heart of this trend — short but intense chapters that build a “can’t-stop-once-you-start” experience. The Telegram Mini App: tearing down the barrier to entry TonTV’s core strength is that it runs atop Telegram, a massive global platform. Existing OTT services require a long entry sequence — app-store search → download → install → sign-up → enter payment details. TonTV removes it: open the Mini App inside Telegram → watch instantly, for free. The user reach that global OTT leaders such as Netflix and Disney+ built over years and at enormous cost is something TonTV can address from day one, across Telegram’s ~1 billion monthly users. This dramatically lowers user-acquisition cost while driving early growth through natural word-of-mouth across Telegram’s groups and channels. Three years of preparation, and “why we can win” TonTV did not appear overnight. Over the past three years, TON Corporation has focused on platform-technology development, global content partnerships, and a local-operations model in preparation for launch. CTO Tony cited the following reasons TonTV can be a market “game changer” rather than a late follower: • Frictionless reach — among the first specialized short-drama platforms to reach Telegram’s ~1 billion monthly users, free, in one click • Free entry — anyone can start at no cost, a strong advantage for early user acquisition • Network effects — discussion, sharing, and recommendation happen at the same moment as viewing • Viewer-participation rewards — enjoying content itself returns benefits and rewards, building loyalty • Simultaneous global release — worldwide at once, with no region-by-region app-store approval On these strengths, TonTV aims to grow beyond short drama into real-time formats such as live streaming over time. A ‘new stage’ for producers, actors, and staff worldwide TonTV goes beyond a viewing platform to open opportunity for the global content industry. Producers can showcase work directly to a global audience; actors and staff can widen their stage across borders. For emerging teams and new actors who have struggled to get a chance at traditional broadcasters or large OTTs, TonTV offers an open stage judged on ability — creating jobs across planning, production, acting, and post-production. “Global one platform, local content” TonTV places local subsidiaries in major markets — Korea, Japan, Vietnam, India, Indonesia, and the Philippines — planning and producing content suited to each region’s culture on the ground. Combining a global platform’s scale with local content’s intimacy, TonTV aims to be a true global OTT where anyone can enjoy “stories from home.” The local-subsidiary model expands content and markets quickly while keeping head-office cost low. A dual revenue model: “growth and profit together” TonTV operates a dual model: a free, ad-supported tier where all users watch at no cost, and a premium subscription for an ad-free experience. Advertiser acquisition and content production through local subsidiaries create a cycle in which ad and subscription revenue grow with the user base. Telegram’s low acquisition cost and short-form’s high completion rates support this model. Comment from TON Corporation CTO Tony CTO Tony said: “For the past three years we’ve focused everything on creating the easiest, most enjoyable way to watch drama. On Telegram — a playground of a billion people — TonTV sets a new standard for short drama anyone can enjoy free, with a single account.” He added: “TonTV will create the best experience for viewers, a new stage for creators, and new jobs for the industry — and our ambition is to become the global leader in short-drama and live content.” Future plans From its September 2026 launch, TonTV plans to rapidly expand its content lineup and service regions, broaden from short drama into real-time formats such as live streaming, and accelerate global expansion through its local subsidiaries. About TON Corporation TON Corporation is a global content-tech company headquartered in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. Through TonTV, its Telegram-native short-drama platform, it aims to deliver a new entertainment experience to users worldwide and open opportunity for global content creators. Media Contact Brand: TON Corporation Contact: PR Team Email: press@toncorp.io Website: https://tontv.toncorp.io Telegram: https://t.me/TontvOfficialChannel
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Hitachi joins Anthropic’s “Project Glasswing” an AI-powered security program JCN Newswire

Hitachi joins Anthropic’s “Project Glasswing” an AI-powered security program

TOKYO, June 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501, "Hitachi") has entered into an agreement to join “Project Glasswing*1” led by Anthropic PBC (“Anthropic”). “Project Glasswing” is a collaborative initiative designed to safeguard the world’s most critical software and to advance the cybersecurity practices required of the industry as AI continues to evolve. Under the agreement, Hitachi will gain access to the frontier AI model, “Claude Mythos Preview” (“Mythos”), and will use it to strengthen the cybersecurity of Hitachi's own software and products for the social infrastructure sector, including the energy domain.*1 Announced by Anthropic on June 2, 2026 Expanding Project GlasswingHitachi is driving innovation in social infrastructure through the practical application of Physical AI by integrating data generated from its globally deployed IT, OT (operational technology), and products with over 110 years of accumulated domain expertise. As AI becomes increasingly embedded in real-world infrastructure and operational environments, ensuring an exceptionally high level of safety and reliability has become essential. Against the backdrop, Hitachi recently announced a strategic partnership with Anthropic, the provider of the frontier AI model “Claude,” which has a strong track record in enterprise applications.*2 Through thecollaboration, the two companies have initiated efforts toward the safe social implementation of Physical AI.*2 Press release dated May 19, 2026 Hitachi announces strategic partnership with Anthropic to strengthen "Lumada 3.0" through frontier AIIn addition to the above collaboration, our participation in “Project Glasswing,” aims to enhance AI-driven cyberdefense and protect critical infrastructure worldwide. Hitachi’s Cyber Center of Excellence will use Mythos Preview to identify and remediate vulnerabilities in the software that Hitachi builds and maintains for social infrastructure, including the energy domain. Through this work, Hitachi will contribute to the realization of safe, secure, and resilient social infrastructure.About Hitachi, Ltd.Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi aims to be a global leader in continuously transforming social infrastructure through digital, contributing to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates worldwide across four sectors – Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – as well as a Strategic SIB Business Unit focused on new growth areas. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi creates value by combining data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2025 (ended March 31, 2026) totaled 10,586.7 billion yen, with 606 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 290,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Two-Thirds of UK Fraud Reports Tie To Meta: Why Regulators Are Done Fining iGame

Two-Thirds of UK Fraud Reports Tie To Meta: Why Regulators Are Done Fining

(AsiaGameHub) - By: Elena Rostova Meta is stuck in a regulatory impasse over fraudulent ads on its platforms. Years of warnings and fines have failed to curb the growing problem. Lloyds Bank’s latest fraud data just blew up Meta’s standard excuses. Multiple European gambling regulators have already piled on public pressure. This moment isn’t just another headline. It’s the breaking point for lenient tech platform regulation. Lloyds says two-thirds of all its customer fraud reports tie to Meta platforms. Fraud covers everything from fake ticket sales to counterfeit clothing. Scammers even time campaigns for high-engagement events like this summer’s World Cup. Two law firms have launched a group legal claim against Meta for scam victims. Meta says it removed 159 million scam ads last year. 92% of those ads were taken down before any user reported them. The company requires FCA authorization for UK financial advertisers. Last week, Dutch regulator KSA called Meta’s platforms “awash” with unlicensed gambling ads. Fines against illegal operators haven’t worked, so KSA is targeting infrastructure. Multiple European regulators met Meta in Dublin to demand faster action. UK Gambling Commission’s head has already accused Meta of taking money from scammers. Meta’s current compliance model relies on automated takedowns after the fact. It makes ad revenue from scammers before the ads get removed. Regulators have shifted from fining small operators to holding the platform accountable. Group legal claims and new infrastructure crackdowns change the cost of inaction. Lloyds’ data gives regulators the hard evidence they need to push harder. Meta will face far higher compliance costs if it doesn’t fix the problem. The era of letting tech platforms self-regulate harmful content is over. Author bio: Elena Rostova, public policy expert specializing in compliance assessments for European government bodies.
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特朗普施压停火,中东局势牵动全球神经

(SeaPRwire) - By: Alistair Kroon 周一清晨,特朗普要求以色列和伊朗立即停止交火。此前两国互相发动多轮袭击。特朗普称双方都有意立即停火,还说和平谈判在推进,但别被无知或愚蠢阻碍。美国对伊朗霍尔木兹海峡港口的封锁会持续到协议达成。伊朗军方据称已停止对以攻击。 周末到周一晨,以伊爆发4月停火后最严重交火。以袭击伊朗马什哈德石化厂,称其为伊武装产武器原料。伊革命卫队报复袭击以海法石化厂。此前以军袭击黎巴嫩真主党,而真主党刚拒绝以黎美谈判达成的停火提议。特朗普周日称不乐见以袭击贝鲁特,强调美未参与。 全球领导人纷纷敦促克制,呼吁重回外交谈判。英首相斯塔默说各方要停火,谈判关乎持久和平。英外长库珀称冲突不利各方,需立即克制降级。西班牙外长谴责停火破裂,称暴力增痛苦,中东无军事解决之道。 油价因冲突周一飙升,布油达97.8美元/桶。美国汽油价大幅上涨,民众对特朗普经济处理不满。作者 bio: Alistair Kroon, a well-known overseas geopolitical commentator who frequently publishes editorials in mainstream newspapers
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Hitachi and Intel announce strategic collaboration to accelerate AI transformation across key industries JCN Newswire

Hitachi and Intel announce strategic collaboration to accelerate AI transformation across key industries

TOKYO and SANTA CLARA, CA. June 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501, “Hitachi”) and Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC, “Intel”) today announced a strategic collaboration to explore opportunities that advance physical AI, advanced computing, and next-generation digital infrastructure across manufacturing, energy, mobility and other critical industries. Through the collaboration, the companies plan to combine Hitachi’s information technology (IT) expertise, deep operational technology (OT) and product manufacturing knowledge with Intel’s advanced computing capabilities and silicon-based platforms to develop next-generation compute capabilities and industry solutions that help organizations modernize operations, improve efficiency, and build more intelligent, resilient infrastructure systems.The companies plan to work together across five strategic pillars-foundry tools, quantum computing, energy optimization, custom silicon and edge-AI applications, and factory automation-to create new solutions and optimize existing processes.In the area of foundry tools, Hitachi gathers high-precision data generated from its market leading metrology systems, dimension scanning electron microscopes (CD-SEMs), as well as etching systems, on the integrated platform “ExTOPE.” Leveraging physical AI, Hitachi uses that data to enable predictive diagnostics and maintenance optimization, contributing to improved yield, shorter time to market, and enhanced quality in semiconductor manufacturing. For quantum computing, the collaboration will strengthen co-development efforts between R&D teams of Hitachi and Intel, accelerating the advancement of quantum technologies and creating new value. The partnership also aims to focus on energy optimization. Hitachi’s HMAX Energy will be deployed within Intel’s fabs to provide managed services for core power equipment, while Intel plans to supply high-voltage silicon chips to further improve Hitachi’s power systems. In addition, the two companies are exploring opportunities for collaboration in custom silicon, edge-AI applications and factory automation, leveraging their respective cutting-edge technologies.“Building on more than 40 years of trust with Intel, we are delighted to launch a comprehensive strategic collaboration,” said Toshiaki Tokunaga, President & CEO, Hitachi, Ltd. “As the emergence of Physical AI brings a significant impact on our society, this collaboration will accelerate AI transformation across a wide range of industries that support social infrastructure. By combining Hitachi’s IT, OT, and products with Intel’s advanced computing capabilities, we are well positioned to advance the deployment of AI in mission-critical social infrastructure worldwide. We will also create new value in frontier fields such as quantum computing.”“The coming wave of physical AI will transform the industrial edge of our economy through new advances in robotics, autonomous machines, and other AI edge devices,” said Lip-Bu Tan, CEO, Intel Corporation. “By combining Intel’s advanced computing and AI capabilities with Hitachi’s deep OT expertise and world class IT capabilities, we are uniquely positioned to help industries capture the enormous opportunity represented by physical AI at industrial scale. Together, we will accelerate the deployment of intelligent, real-world systems and bring the benefits of AI to more businesses and industries around the world.”About Hitachi, Ltd.Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi aims to be a global leader in continuously transforming social infrastructure through digital, contributing to a harmonized society where the environment, well being, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates worldwide across four sectors– Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – as well as a Strategic SIB Business Unit focused on new growth areas. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi creates valueby combining data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2025 (ended March 31, 2026) totaled 10,586.7 billion yen, with 606 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 290,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com.About IntelIntel (Nasdaq: INTC) designs and manufactures advanced semiconductors that connect and power the modern world. Every day, our engineers create new technologies that enhance and shape the future of computing to enable new possibilities for every customer we serve. Learn more at intel.com. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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TON Corporation to Launch ‘TonTV’, a Telegram-Native Short-Drama Platform, Globally in September 2026 ACN Newswire

TON Corporation to Launch ‘TonTV’, a Telegram-Native Short-Drama Platform, Globally in September 2026

HO CHI MINH / SEOUL, June 8, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Global content-tech company TON Corporation (CEO Henry Kim) today announced that it will officially launch 'TonTV', its Telegram-native short-drama platform, worldwide in September 2026. TonTV lets the ~1 billion people who use Telegram each month instantly and freely watch short dramas with a single Telegram account — with no separate app install and no complicated sign-up.Short drama is one of entertainment's fastest-rising categoriesShort-form drama has moved to the center of global media consumption. Global in-app revenue for short dramas reached $2.98 billion in 2025, up 115% year over year, and in Q4 2025 short-form titles overtook long-form streaming apps in downloads for the first time (733M vs. 658M), according to Sensor Tower and Omdia. With short runtimes, high completion rates, and mobile-first immersion, the format is growing fastest among younger viewers. TonTV places dramas of around two minutes at the heart of this trend — short but intense chapters that build a "can't-stop-once-you-start" experience.The Telegram Mini App: tearing down the barrier to entryTonTV's core strength is that it runs atop Telegram, a massive global platform. Existing OTT services require a long entry sequence — app-store search → download → install → sign-up → enter payment details. TonTV removes it: open the Mini App inside Telegram → watch instantly, for free.The user reach that global OTT leaders such as Netflix and Disney+ built over years and at enormous cost is something TonTV can address from day one, across Telegram's ~1 billion monthly users. This dramatically lowers user-acquisition cost while driving early growth through natural word-of-mouth across Telegram's groups and channels.Three years of preparation, and "why we can win"TonTV did not appear overnight. Over the past three years, TON Corporation has focused on platform-technology development, global content partnerships, and a local-operations model in preparation for launch.CTO Tony cited the following reasons TonTV can be a market "game changer" rather than a late follower:Frictionless reach — among the first specialized short-drama platforms to reach Telegram's ~1 billion monthly users, free, in one clickFree entry — anyone can start at no cost, a strong advantage for early user acquisitionNetwork effects — discussion, sharing, and recommendation happen at the same moment as viewingViewer-participation rewards — enjoying content itself returns benefits and rewards, building loyaltySimultaneous global release — worldwide at once, with no region-by-region app-store approvalOn these strengths, TonTV aims to grow beyond short drama into real-time formats such as live streaming over time.A 'new stage' for producers, actors, and staff worldwideTonTV goes beyond a viewing platform to open opportunity for the global content industry. Producers can showcase work directly to a global audience; actors and staff can widen their stage across borders. For emerging teams and new actors who have struggled to get a chance at traditional broadcasters or large OTTs, TonTV offers an open stage judged on ability — creating jobs across planning, production, acting, and post-production."Global one platform, local content"TonTV places local subsidiaries in major markets — Korea, Japan, Vietnam, India, Indonesia, and the Philippines — planning and producing content suited to each region's culture on the ground. Combining a global platform's scale with local content's intimacy, TonTV aims to be a true global OTT where anyone can enjoy "stories from home." The local-subsidiary model expands content and markets quickly while keeping head-office cost low.A dual revenue model: "growth and profit together"TonTV operates a dual model: a free, ad-supported tier where all users watch at no cost, and a premium subscription for an ad-free experience. Advertiser acquisition and content production through local subsidiaries create a cycle in which ad and subscription revenue grow with the user base. Telegram's low acquisition cost and short-form's high completion rates support this model.Comment from TON Corporation CTO TonyCTO Tony said: "For the past three years we've focused everything on creating the easiest, most enjoyable way to watch drama. On Telegram — a playground of a billion people — TonTV sets a new standard for short drama anyone can enjoy free, with a single account."He added: "TonTV will create the best experience for viewers, a new stage for creators, and new jobs for the industry — and our ambition is to become the global leader in short-drama and live content."Future plansFrom its September 2026 launch, TonTV plans to rapidly expand its content lineup and service regions, broaden from short drama into real-time formats such as live streaming, and accelerate global expansion through its local subsidiaries.About TON CorporationTON Corporation is a global content-tech company headquartered in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. Through TonTV, its Telegram-native short-drama platform, it aims to deliver a new entertainment experience to users worldwide and open opportunity for global content creators.Media ContactBrand: TON CorporationContact: PR TeamWebsite: https://tontv.toncorp.ioTelegram: https://t.me/TontvOfficialChannel Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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India’s Gaming Frontier: Supreme Court Grants States the Reins, But What About the Taxman? iGame

India’s Gaming Frontier: Supreme Court Grants States the Reins, But What About the Taxman?

(AsiaGameHub) - By: James VanceThe Supreme Court of India has spoken, and its message is clear: states retain the constitutional right to govern online gaming within their borders. This ruling arrives as the federal government rolls out its PROGA 2026 rules. It directly addresses the anxieties of states like Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. They sought clarity on whether the new federal framework would override their autonomy. The core of their concern was maintaining control over gaming activities deemed detrimental to public welfare.The court's decision firmly establishes that states can indeed regulate, restrict, or even prohibit online gaming. This power is explicitly tied to safeguarding public order and protecting consumers. The judgment overturns earlier High Court decisions that had limited state jurisdiction. It validates state laws aimed at curbing online betting and unregulated gaming. This means existing state-level legislation, like amendments to the Tamil Nadu Gaming and Police Laws and the Karnataka Police Act, remains potent.This ruling has significant ripple effects. It reinforces a fragmented regulatory landscape for India's burgeoning online gaming sector. While PROGA 2026 sets a national tone, individual states now have the legal backing to chart their own courses. This could lead to a patchwork of rules across the country. Operators will need to navigate these diverse state-specific regulations carefully. The potential for tighter controls on skill-based games and wagering products is now a tangible reality.Adding another layer to this complex regulatory summer, the Supreme Court also upheld the Department of Revenues' right to apply retrospective taxes. A 28% Goods and Services Tax (GST) will be levied on real money gaming (RMG) platforms, regardless of their regulatory status. The court dismissed arguments that this tax should only apply from October 1, 2023. It clarified that once real money is involved, the distinction between games of skill and gambling becomes legally moot. This dual ruling creates a challenging environment for the industry.The commercial loop here is stark. Operators face the dual challenge of navigating varied state-level gaming laws and a retrospective tax regime. The court's stance on taxation, particularly its view that real money gaming is inherently taxable regardless of skill, simplifies the tax authority's position. However, it complicates the operational viability for many platforms. The ultimate industry end-game appears to be a consolidation driven by compliance costs and regulatory uncertainty.The industry must now brace for a more complex operational environment. The Supreme Court's decisions have solidified the government's taxing power while decentralizing gaming regulation. This creates a significant compliance burden. The end-game is a market where only the most adaptable and well-resourced players can thrive.Author bio: James Vance, a Senior Columnist permanently stationed at a top-tier international tech weekly, provides incisive analysis on global technology trends and their market implications.
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CMS’s (867.HK/8A8.SG) Self-developed Innovative INHBE-Targeting siRNA Drug CMS-D008 Presents Its Preclinical Results at the ADA Scientific Sessions ACN Newswire

CMS’s (867.HK/8A8.SG) Self-developed Innovative INHBE-Targeting siRNA Drug CMS-D008 Presents Its Preclinical Results at the ADA Scientific Sessions

SHENZHEN, CHINA, June 8, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - China Medical System Holdings Limited ("CMS" or the "Group") is pleased to announce that the preclinical results of its self-developed innovative INHBE-targeting small nucleic acid drug CMS-D008 injection ("CMS-D008"), have been presented in a poster at the American Diabetes Association (ADA) 86th Scientific Sessions (June 5-8, 2026, New Orleans, USA). As the world's largest and most authoritative annual scientific meeting in the fields of diabetes and metabolic diseases, it convened over 12,000 leading clinicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals worldwide to explore cutting-edge advances in diagnostics, therapies, and technologies.About CMS-D008CMS-D008 is a self-developed novel siRNA therapy administered by subcutaneous injection. It targets and reduces the hepatic expression of the inhibin subunit beta E (INHBE) gene and lowers the level of INHBE-encoded Activin E protein, which blocks Activin E-ALK7 signaling and reduces fat accumulation effectively. It demonstrates the potential for high-quality, long-term weight loss that boosts fat-specific loss while preserving muscle mass. Currently, the Phase I clinical trial of CMS-D008 in healthy subjects is progressing steadily. In the future, it may be developed for the treatment of abdominal obesity and related metabolic diseases.CMS-D008 has demonstrated encouraging preclinical data. The preclinical research results of CMS-D008 presented at the ADA Scientific Sessions showed that in obese animal models, CMS-D008 efficiently and sustainably suppressed INHBE expression, achieving significant weight loss and fat reduction while sparing muscle mass, with a favorable safety profile, indicating the potential for healthy weight loss. Details are as follows:Title: CMS-D008 specifically silences INHBE mRNA, delivering fat-selective weight loss in preclinical studyPresentation Number: 3079-LBPresentation format: PosterDate/Time: June 7, 2026 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM (Local Time)Location: Hall D-EResults:In a high-fat diet-induced model of humanized INHBE obese mouse (hINHBE DIO mouse), CMS-D008 significantly reduced hepatic INHBE mRNA expression and serum Activin E protein levels, leading to marked decreases in body weight, total body fat, and regional fat mass while preserving lean mass.In a model of obese cynomolgus macaque, CMS-D008 also significantly reduced hepatic INHBE mRNA expression and plasma Activin E protein levels, and effectively suppressed weight gain induced by a sustained high-fat diet.The inclusion of these findings at the ADA Scientific Sessions reflects the international academic community's interest in the scientific value and clinical potential of CMS-D008 in the field of obesity/metabolic treatment. CMS-D008 will synergize with CMS-D005, a self-developed, clinical-stage innovative drug (a GLP-1R/GCGR dual agonist), to deliver highly effective weight-loss benefits and long-term maintenance of results, providing patients with a more comprehensive and innovative treatment option.CMS is committed to in-house R&D as a core driver of its long-term growth and continues to advance innovation in cutting-edge therapeutic areas. Currently, 6 self-developed products with global rights, including CMS-D008, have entered the clinical stage, with over 20 additional self-developed projects steadily progressing in preclinical research. Looking ahead, the Group will continue to focus on unmet medical needs, efficiently advance product R&D and commercialization, and bring more comprehensive and innovative therapies to benefit broad patient population.About CMSCMS is a platform company linking pharmaceutical innovation and commercialization with strong product lifecycle management capability, dedicated to providing competitive products and services to meet unmet medical needs.CMS focuses on the global first-in-class (FIC) and best-in-class (BIC) innovative products, and efficiently promotes the clinical research, development and commercialization of innovative products, enabling the continuous transformation of scientific research into clinical practices to benefit patients.CMS deeply engages in several specialty therapeutic fields, and has developed proven commercialization capabilities, extensive networks and expert resources, resulting in leading academic and market positions for its major marketed products. CMS continues to promote the in-depth development in its advantageous specialty fields, strengthening the competitiveness of the cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic/gastroenterology/ophthalmology/skin health businesses, bringing economies of scale in specialty fields. Among them, the skin health business (Dermavon) has become a leading enterprise in its field, and is proposed to be listed independently on the SEHK. Meanwhile, CMS continuously promotes the operation and development of its integrated R&D, manufacturing and commercialization chain in Southeast Asia and the Middle East, capturing growth opportunities in emerging markets to support the high-quality and sustainable development of the Group.CMS Disclaimer and Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release is not intended to promote any products to you and is not for advertising purposes. This press release does not recommend any drugs, medical devices and/or indications. If you want to know more about the diagnosis and treatment of specific diseases, please follow the opinions or guidance of your doctor or other medical and health professionals. Any treatment-related decisions made by healthcare professionals should be based on the patient’s specific circumstances and in accordance with the drug package insert.This press release which has been prepared by CMS does not constitute any offer or invitation to purchase or subscribe for any securities, and shall not form the basis for or be relied on in connection with any contract or binding commitment whatsoever. This press release has been prepared by CMS based on information and data which it considers reliable, but CMS makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, whatsoever, and no reliance shall be placed on, the truth, accuracy, completeness, fairness and reasonableness of the contents of this press release. Certain matters discussed in this press release may contain statements regarding the Group’s market opportunity and business prospects that are individually and collectively forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Any forward-looking statements and projections made by third parties included in this press release are not adopted by the Group and the Company is not responsible for such third-party statements and projections.Media ContactBrand: China Medical System Holdings Ltd.Contact: CMS Investor RelationsEmail: ir@cms.net.cnWebsite: https://web.cms.net.cn/en/home/ Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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UK Gambling: Time to Confront Affordability and the Black Market Menace iGame

UK Gambling: Time to Confront Affordability and the Black Market Menace

(AsiaGameHub) - By: Robert Sterling The UK gambling industry is in a bind, fearing affordability checks like a boogeyman. But ignoring this reality won't make it go away. The black market is a growing threat, and the industry must act. The official stance is that affordability checks are necessary for consumer protection. The Gambling Commission assures that FRAs are not affordability checks, won't cap spending, and won't require financial documents. Less than 3% of active customers would trigger action, and 97% of those would have a frictionless process. However, the industry's subtext tells a different story. The Betting and Gaming Council threatens legal action, saying FRAs are not "frictionless" and may disrupt the customer experience. The industry also resists GamScore, an app aiming to improve gambling and financial well - being. Some oppose its use of AI, and some think punters won't sign up. The truth is, the industry's stubbornness is pushing customers to the black market. 60% of people turn away when asked for documents, often ending up on unlicensed sites. The industry must collaborate to highlight black - market dangers and educate players. The UK gambling industry needs to accept affordability checks. Refusing to adapt will only lead to a loss of market share to the black market, pushing the legal sector into a more precarious position. Author bio: Robert Sterling, an overseas entrepreneurial veteran with decades of real - economy industrial investment experience.
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“我说了算”?特朗普的狠话,被以伊交火狠狠打脸 Latest News

“我说了算”?特朗普的狠话,被以伊交火狠狠打脸

(SeaPRwire) -By: Alistair Kroon 2026年6月8日,约旦河西岸杰里科郊区,一名男子查看半埋在土里的坠落火箭弹。这是伊朗和胡塞武装袭击后的场景。——Ahmad Gharabli—AFP/Getty Images 特朗普刚在《金融时报》放话,说内塔尼亚胡没得选,只能接受美伊协议。他还强调“我说了算”。话音刚落,以色列就炸了伊朗三座城市和一座石化厂。这巴掌打得响亮,直接戳破了他的控制权神话。 官方说辞里,特朗普劝内塔尼亚胡暂缓攻击,为美伊和谈留余地。伊朗称周日发射导弹是警告以色列停止黎巴嫩攻势。但真实意图远不止于此。以色列无视美国劝阻,就是要破坏美伊谈判——它绝不允许伊朗拥有核能力,哪怕伊朗反复声明核计划仅用于民用。这次交火是4月8日停火以来最严重的直接冲突升级。目前双方均未报告人员伤亡。 特朗普对外坚称,伊朗的导弹袭击不会影响和谈进程。他甚至轻描淡写,说这类冲突“由来已久”。但局势早已失控。伊朗关闭了德黑兰及西部部分空域,胡塞武装宣布全面禁止以色列船只进入红海。胡塞曾在2023年末和2024年袭击红海商船,若重启行动,全球航运将再遭重创,能源和商品价格会进一步飙升。此外,以色列在黎巴嫩持续空袭,已造成3500多人死亡,伊朗将此列为和谈的先决条件。特朗普试图用《亚伯拉罕协议》拉拢阿拉伯国家,让以色列接受协议,但至今没有新国家响应。 美国在中东的话语权正在快速流失。内塔尼亚胡不会停下破坏和谈的脚步,伊朗也不会在核计划和霍尔木兹海峡控制权上让步。地缘政治的天平,正加速脱离美国的掌控。 Author bio: Alistair Kroon,资深地缘政治评论员,常年在欧美主流报刊发表国际局势深度分析专栏。
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Vietnam’s Gambit: Targeting the Marketing Engine of Illicit Gambling iGame

Vietnam’s Gambit: Targeting the Marketing Engine of Illicit Gambling

(AsiaGameHub) - By: Alex MercerThe recent crackdown in Vietnam, targeting a digital marketing firm and its CEO, Pham Ngoc Manh, signals a significant shift in how authorities are confronting the black market. Instead of solely focusing on the operators of illegal gambling sites, Hanoi Police have zeroed in on the marketing infrastructure that fuels these operations. This move, confirmed by local media outlet VietnamNet, suggests a strategic pivot towards disrupting the very channels that drive traffic and revenue to illicit platforms. The implications for how other nations might combat similar issues are profound.The scale of the alleged operation is striking. Reports indicate that the network generated a substantial VND3.7bn (approximately £105,830) from promoting illegal websites since the start of 2026. The raid uncovered significant assets, including VND7bn (£199,714) in cash and cryptocurrency, a VND3bn (£85,736) savings account, 29 computers, and 41 mobile phones. The use of 41 electronic wallets by CEO Pham Ngoc Manh to receive payments underscores the sophisticated, albeit illicit, financial mechanisms at play.This approach of targeting the enablers, specifically marketing and payment processors, is not entirely novel. Japan, for instance, has seen success with a similar strategy. Earlier this year, their National Police Agency reported that out of 221 arrests in 2025 related to illegal gambling, a significant portion were detained for their roles as operators, affiliates, or payment processors. Japan's proactive engagement with international regulators to block access and remove localized content from offshore gambling services further illustrates a comprehensive, multi-pronged attack.The Vietnamese action, by focusing on the marketing funnel, presents a compelling case study. It suggests that cutting off the supply of new players and revenue streams at the source, rather than solely pursuing those running the illegal sites, could be a more effective long-term strategy. This method bypasses the often-complex legal battles with offshore operators and directly impacts their ability to sustain operations.Author bio: Alex Mercer, a Tech Director or Geek Analyst at a major Silicon Valley firm, offers sharp critiques and deconstructs complex technological trends with a no-nonsense approach.
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云顶新耀宣布与箕星药业达成LNZ100大中华区资产收购协议 强化眼科领域产品布局 ACN Newswire

云顶新耀宣布与箕星药业达成LNZ100大中华区资产收购协议 强化眼科领域产品布局

香港, 2026年6月8日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 云顶新耀(HKEX 1952.HK)宣布与箕星药业(以下简称"箕星")达成资产收购协议 (The Asset Purchase Agreement),获得LNZ100(1.44% 醋克利定,美国商品名VIZZ)在大中华区(包含中国大陆,中国香港,中国澳门和中国台湾地区)的开发、生产与商业化权益。根据协议,云顶新耀将向箕星药业支付首付款以及开发里程碑付款。作为本协议的一部分,云顶新耀将获得箕星药业于2022年4月签订的许可协议及相关附属协议项下的权利、权益、主张、职责、义务及责任。此次交易将进一步丰富公司的创新产品组合,强化云顶新耀在眼科领域的布局,并提升战略协同效应。LNZ100是一款每日滴用一次、用于治疗老视的滴眼液,其主要成分醋克利定是一种小分子毒蕈碱型乙酰胆碱能受体(mAChR)激动剂,可引起瞳孔缩小,从而产生改善近视力的针孔效应。研究表明醋克利定的作用机制非常理想,基于其独特的高选择性瞳孔作用机制,既可以产生理想的缩瞳效应,又避免了近视漂移,因此具有针对最广泛患者群体的应用潜力。据公开资料显示,LNZ100已于2025年7月在美国获批,并于同年10月实现商业化上市;在中国,LNZ100已于2025年9月递交新药上市申请,预计2027年第一季度获批,有望填补国内治疗空白,成为针对老视的潜在同类最佳无创治疗方案。云顶新耀董事会主席吴以芳表示:"此次收购LNZ100是公司持续深化眼科领域战略布局的重要一步。LNZ100作为一款兼具差异化优势和广阔市场前景的创新产品,在老视治疗领域具有明确的临床价值与应用潜力。随着人口结构变化,老视患者群体不断扩大,而无创治疗仍存在显著未满足的需求。LNZ100有望为老视患者提供全新的治疗选择,并进一步丰富眼科创新治疗方案。 LNZ100已在美国获批上市,目前正在中国加快推进新药上市审评进程。未来,我们将加快LNZ100的开发和上市,推动这一创新疗法尽早惠及更多老视患者。"箕星药业董事会执行董事兼首席执行官牟艳萍表示:"我们相信云顶新耀凭借其卓越的商业化能力,将加速推进LNZ100的市场可及性,惠及更多中国老视患者。此次交易之后,箕星的产品管线全部聚焦心血管及代谢疾病治疗领域,该交易所获资金将助力箕星加速推进创新管线的全球临床开发。"老视,俗称"老花眼",是指随着年龄增长,看近处物体逐渐模糊的生理现象。其原因在于眼部晶状体逐渐硬化、弹性减弱,导致调节功能下降,无法将近处物体的像聚焦在视网膜上,从而导致近视力下降。老视是随年龄增长常见的生理变化,研究显示,中国人群老视的平均发病年龄约为38岁,而到52岁时,发病率接近100%。目前,老视的治疗手段非常有限。佩戴眼镜需要频繁摘戴,给工作和生活带来诸多不便;手术作为侵入性、不可逆的有创操作,接受程度也十分有限。在非侵入性、安全有效且可逆的药物治疗方面,老视领域存在巨大的未满足医疗需求。此次LNZ100获中国NMPA新药上市申请受理是基于中国III期临床研究所取得的数据结果。该研究是一项多中心、随机、双盲、安慰剂对照的3期临床试验,由4周疗效试验和总计6个月的安全性试验组成,共招募了300名受试者,旨在观察LNZ100改善中国老视人群近视力并确证其疗效与安全性。研究结果显示,LNZ100达到了主要终点和关键次要终点,最佳远矫正下的近视力 (BCDVA)有三行或更佳的显著改善,并保持其最佳远视力(即视力下降不可超过5个字母)。研究结果还显示(所有p值均小于0.0001),LNZ100起效迅速,分别有84%和69%的受试者在用药后30分钟即获得两行及三行字母或更佳的近视力改善。且LNZ100药效持久,分别有61%和30%的受试者在用药后10 小时仍保持两行及三行字母或更佳的近视力改善。此外,LNZ100也具备出色的安全性,耐受性良好,在试验中没有发现与治疗相关的严重不良事件。近年来,云顶新耀已建立经过验证的以"科学及商业洞察驱动的准入、医学、市场、销售一体化协同(A2MS)"为核心的创新药商业化运营平台。随着多个创新产品陆续进入商业化阶段,公司商业化平台的规模效应和协同效应正持续释放。在此背景下,引入具备明确临床价值和市场潜力的后期资产,成为公司丰富产品组合、拓展增长空间的重要举措。此次获得LNZ100大中华区权益,将进一步强化云顶新耀眼科领域布局,并与现有商业化体系形成协同,持续提升创新资产的商业化价值。 Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Everest Medicines Enters into Asset Purchase Agreement with Corxel Pharmaceuticals to Develop and Commercialize LNZ100 in Greater China, Strengthen Presence in Ophthalmology ACN Newswire

Everest Medicines Enters into Asset Purchase Agreement with Corxel Pharmaceuticals to Develop and Commercialize LNZ100 in Greater China, Strengthen Presence in Ophthalmology

HONG KONG, Jun 8, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Everest Medicines (HKEX 1952.HK) announced that it has entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement with Corxel Pharmaceuticals (“CORXEL”). Under the agreement, Everest has acquired the rights to develop, manufacture, and commercialize LNZ100 (1.44% aceclidine, U.S. brand name VIZZ) in Greater China, including Chinese mainland, Hong Kong SAR, Macao SAR, and Taiwan region. Everest will pay an upfront payment and potential development milestone payments. As part of this agreement, Everest will be assigned and transferred the rights and obligations under the LENZ License Agreement entered into by CORXEL in April 2022 and certain related ancillary agreements. This transaction is expected to further expand the Company’s innovative product portfolio, strengthen its presence in ophthalmology, and enhance overall strategic synergies across its business.LNZ100 is a once-daily prescription eye drop indicated for the treatment of presbyopia. Its active ingredient, aceclidine, is a small molecule acetylcholine receptor agonist that causes pupil contraction, or miosis, creating a pinhole effect that improves near vision. Studies have shown that aceclidine's mechanism of action (MOA) is well positioned to create a pinhole pupil effect while avoiding the impairment of distance vision called myopic shift. Aceclidine's unique pupil selective MOA, in which miosis is decoupled from myopic shift, is expected to allow it to target a broad patient population.According to publicly available information, LNZ100 received approval in the United States in July 2025 and was commercially launched in October of the same year. In China, the New Drug Application (NDA) for LNZ100 was submitted in September 2025, with approval expected in the first quarter of 2027. The therapy has the potential to address a significant unmet medical need in China and position itself as a best-in-class, non-invasive treatment option for presbyopia.“The acquisition of LNZ100 represents an important step in advancing Everest’s strategic focus in ophthalmology. LNZ100 is a differentiated asset with meaningful clinical value and strong commercial potential in the treatment of presbyopia,” said Yifang Wu, Chairman of the Board of Everest Medicines. “As the presbyopia patient population continues to grow, significant unmet needs remain in non-invasive treatment options. We believe LNZ100 has the potential to offer patients a novel, non-invasive therapeutic option and to further broaden the landscape of innovative ophthalmic treatments. The product has already been approved in the United States and is currently under regulatory review in China. We will continue to advance its development and commercialization to make this therapy accessible to presbyopia patients.”Ms. Sandy Mou, Board Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of CORXEL, said: “We are confident that Everest Medicines’ strong commercialization capabilities will accelerate LNZ100’s market access and bring this innovative treatment to more presbyopia patients in China. Following this transaction, CORXEL’s pipeline will be entirely focused on cardiometabolic therapies. The proceeds from the transaction will enable CORXEL to accelerate the global clinical development of its innovative cardiometabolic pipeline.”Presbyopia is a physiological phenomenon associated with aging that results in a progressively worsening ability to see nearby objects clearly. It is caused by the gradual hardening of the lens. This results in a decline of the eye’s adjustment function, and the inability to focus the image of nearby objects on the retina, leading to a decline in near vision. Studies have shown that the onset of presbyopia typically occurs around the age of 38, reaching a prevalence rate of nearly 100 percent at the age of 52 in China. Currently, the treatment options for presbyopia are very limited. Wearing glasses requires frequent removal and insertion, causing many inconveniences in work and life. Surgery, as an irreversible and invasive operation, has very limited acceptance. There are no approved drugs for the treatment of presbyopia in China and the medical need for non-invasive, safe, efficient and reversible treatments for presbyopia remains unsolved.The NDA acceptance of LNZ100 by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) of the People’s Republic of China is based on the data from China Phase 3 Trial. The study was a Phase 3, multicenter, randomized, double-blind, vehicle-controlled study, including a 4-week efficacy study followed by a 6-month extension safety study, designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of LNZ100 (an aceclidine-based ophthalmic solution) in participants with presbyopia. The objectives were to assess the potential of LNZ100 to improve near vision among Chinese presbyopia patients and to evaluate the efficacy and safety profiles. The trial has enrolled 300 participants.The results showed that LNZ100 achieved the primary endpoint and key secondary endpoints, with statistically significant three-lines or greater improvement in Best Corrected Distance Visual Acuity (BCDVA) at near, and maintaining their optimal distance visual acuity (i.e., not losing 5 or more letters). Results also showed (all p
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The High-Stakes Pivot: Pragmatic Play Bets Big on Slots, Abandons Sports iGame

The High-Stakes Pivot: Pragmatic Play Bets Big on Slots, Abandons Sports

(AsiaGameHub) - By: Robert Sterling Pragmatic Play is pulling the plug on its sportsbook and bingo operations. It sounds like a retreat. They claim it is a "strategic review." In reality, it is a resource reallocation. The margins in sports betting are brutal. Slots and live casino print money. Why fight for scraps in sports? You own the casino floor. This is not a pivot. It is a consolidation of power. Officially, they say they are focusing on core verticals. These include slots, live casino, crash, and RNG. They spent four years on the sportsbook platform. They even launched with DAZN Bet across Europe. Now they are dumping it. The press release mentions "strong performance" in the new focus areas. They are helping partners transition away. The subtext is clear. The sportsbook vertical was a drag on operational efficiency. The capital expenditure required to compete was not yielding ROI. They are cutting dead weight. They want to protect the high-margin casino engine. Look at the partners they keep. bet365, Entain, Betsson, Flutter, and William Hill. These are the whales. They also launched "Money Time" recently. It is a 54-segment wheel with multipliers up to x10. It offers four bonus games. These are cash roll, coin rush, bank heist, and money time. Prizes range from x5,000 to x40,000. Meanwhile, Arrise Solutions, trading as Pragmatic Play, just got hit with a CAD$40,000 fine in Ontario. Their licence there runs until 2027. The fine was for unregulated site access. The commercial intention here is risk mitigation. They are doubling down on regulated markets. They are focusing on products like Money Time. They are exiting the grey areas. They want to keep their lucrative licence clean. Pragmatic Play is betting the house on being the premier content supplier, leaving the platform wars to others. Author bio: Robert Sterling, an overseas entrepreneurial veteran with decades of experience in real-economy industrial investment and expansion.
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选区重划的“冷战”:民主党如何通过不到20场地方选举重塑国会权力版图 Latest News

选区重划的“冷战”:民主党如何通过不到20场地方选举重塑国会权力版图

(SeaPRwire) - By: Gavin Thorne华盛顿的权力游戏早已不再局限于国会山,真正的战场正悄然转移至各州的立法机构。民主党人正在酝酿一场针对2028年国会版图的“外科手术式”重划,试图通过控制州议会来锁定未来十年的众议院优势。这并非简单的选举动员,而是一场精心计算的权力博弈,旨在通过翻转关键州议会席位,彻底改写联邦权力的分配逻辑。根据民主党立法竞选委员会(DLCC)的内部备忘录,党内策略师已锁定不到两打的州议会席位。只要在今年中期选举中拿下这19个关键目标,民主党便能在亚利桑那、密歇根、明尼苏达和威斯康星四州实现“三位一体”的执政格局。一旦掌握州长及两院多数席位,他们将获得重划选区的绝对主导权,进而直接威胁到多达51名共和党众议员的连任前景。这种激进策略是对共和党此前在得克萨斯和佛罗里达等地“杰利蝾螈”式重划的直接回击。随着最高法院在4月削弱《投票权法案》,两党的选区争夺战已进入白热化阶段。民主党人不再满足于防御,他们正计划在内华达、俄勒冈、华盛顿州巩固优势,并试图通过宪法修正案或选民公投,在科罗拉多、马里兰、纽约和新泽西等深蓝州进一步优化选区布局。尽管共和党目前在全国范围内控制着57个州议会,占据约55%的席位,但这种优势在微弱的票差面前显得极其脆弱。明尼苏达州众议院的平局状态,以及宾夕法尼亚州参议院仅需三个席位的变动,都可能引发连锁反应。这种利益集团间的博弈早已超越了传统的政策辩论,演变为对选区边界的精准切割,每一张选票的背后都是对未来十年联邦立法权的争夺。在华盛顿的幕后,各方势力正围绕州议会的控制权进行高强度的资源倾斜。民主党意识到,重划选区不再是十年一次的例行公事,而是每一场选举都必须投入的常态化战争。这种对州权力的极度渴求,反映了党派政治在联邦层面陷入僵局后,对地方立法机构作为“权力杠杆”的深度依赖。资本与政治游说团体正迅速向这些关键州议会席位集结,试图在规则制定阶段就锁定胜局。随着两党在州议会层面的对抗升级,美国国会的权力版图将在未来四年内经历一场由地方选举驱动的剧烈重构。Author bio: Gavin Thorne,华盛顿特区资深政治调查记者,长期追踪美国国会权力运作与选举策略,以深度剖析政党博弈背后的利益链条与地缘政治逻辑而闻名。
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Focus Graphite Completes Air Quality Assessment for the Lac Knife Project; Advancing Towards ESIA Completion ACN Newswire

Focus Graphite Completes Air Quality Assessment for the Lac Knife Project; Advancing Towards ESIA Completion

OTTAWA, ON, June 8, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) ("Focus" or the "Company") a Canadian developer of high-grade flake graphite deposits and advanced graphite materials for battery, defence, and industrial applications, is pleased to announce the completion of the. Air Quality Assessment ("AQA" or the "Study") for its 100%-owned Lac Knife Graphite Project (the "Project") located in northeastern Quebec.The Study was completed by WSP Canada Inc. ("WSP"), one of the world's leading engineering and environmental consulting firms, under the supervision and management of IOS Geosciences Inc. ("IOS"), as part of the environmental studies supporting the advancement of Lac Knife toward future permitting and development.The AQA evaluated emissions associated with the proposed open pit mine, processing facility, tailings storage facility, stockpiles, haul roads, crushing operations, and supporting infrastructure under conservative maximum operating scenarios. Atmospheric dispersion modelling using Aeromod software, was completed in accordance with the requirements of Quebec's Reglement sur l'assainissement de l'atmosphere ("RAA") and applicable guidance from the Ministere de l'Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs ("MELCCFP").According to WSP's conclusions, the modelling results demonstrate that predicted contaminant concentrations remain in compliance with applicable Quebec ambient air quality standards and criteria under the assessed operating conditions. WSP further concluded that all evaluated contaminants met applicable regulatory thresholds. The Study also noted that prevailing winds are predominantly directed toward the south-southeast, away from nearby public infrastructure, residences, and seasonal fishing cabins."Environmental permitting is one of the most important value-creation stages in the development of any critical mineral project," said Dean Hanisch, CEO of Focus Graphite. "The completion of the Air Quality Assessment represents another key component of the broader environmental review process and brings us closer to completing the environmental studies required to support future permitting activities. As these workstreams are completed, Lac Knife continues to become increasingly de-risked from both a technical and environmental perspective while strengthening its position as a strategic North American graphite asset."The Study evaluated a broad range of potential emissions, including particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, sulphur dioxide, carbon monoxide, crystalline silica, and various metals, using a detailed atmospheric dispersion model of the Project area and surrounding receptors based on five years of regional meteorological data.Advancing Toward Environmental Assessment CompletionThe AQA forms part of the broader environmental and permitting work program being advanced at Lac Knife and represents another important milestone toward completion of the environmental and social impact assessment ("ESIA") process. With this Study now complete, the Company is advancing the remaining key environmental workstreams, including the hydrogeological assessment and dam breach analysis, which are expected to further support permitting activities and future project development.The completion of the AQA builds on a series of technical, environmental and infrastructure achievements that continue to de-risk the Project and strengthen Lac Knife's position as a strategically important North American graphite asset. As demand for secure and reliable graphite supply continues to grow, Focus remains focused on advancing the Project through the key milestones required for future development.Qualified PersonThe technical content disclosed in this news release was reviewed and approved by Rejean Girard, P.Geo. (QC), President of IOS Geosciences Inc., a consultant to the Company, and a qualified person as defined under National Instrument NI-43-101.About Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc. Focus Graphite Advanced Materials is redefining the future of critical minerals with two 100% owned world-class graphite projects and cutting-edge battery technology. Our flagship Lac Knife project stands as one of the most advanced high-purity graphite deposits in North America, with a fully completed feasibility study. Lac Knife is set to become a key supplier for the battery, defense, and advanced materials industries.Our Lac Tetepisca project further strengthens our portfolio, with the potential to be one of the largest and highest-purity and grade graphite deposits in North America. At Focus, we go beyond mining - we are pioneering environmentally sustainable processing solutions and innovative battery technologies, including our patent-pending silicon-enhanced spheroidized graphite, designed to enhance battery performance and efficiency.Our commitment to innovation ensures a chemical-free, eco-friendly supply chain from mine to market. Collaboration is at the core of our vision. We actively partner with industry leaders, research institutions, and government agencies to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation graphite materials. As a North American company, we are dedicated to securing a resilient, locally sourced supply of critical minerals — reducing dependence on foreign-controlled markets and driving the transition to a sustainable future.For more information on Focus Graphite Inc., please visit http://www.focusgraphite.com.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/focus-graphite/X: https://x.com/focusgraphiteInvestors Contact: Dean Hanisch CEO, Focus Graphite Inc. dhanisch@focusgraphite.com +1 (613) 612-6060Jason LatkowcerVP Corporate Developmentjlatkowcer@focusgraphite.comCautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words "could," "intend," "expect," "believe," "will," "projected," "estimated," and similar expressions, as well as statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company's current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events.In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, among other things: the advancement of the Lac Knife Graphite Project toward permitting readiness and future development; the completion and timing of the remaining environmental studies required to support the environmental and social impact assessment ("ESIA") process, including the hydrogeological assessment and dam breach analysis; the anticipated completion of environmental baseline, technical and permitting workstreams; the Company's ability to obtain required permits, approvals and authorizations; the anticipated benefits of completed environmental and technical studies, including the Air Quality Assessment; the timing and completion of future project milestones; the future development, construction and operation of the Lac Knife Project; the role of the Project in supporting North American and allied critical mineral supply chains; and the Company's long-term development strategy.Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to market conditions, regulatory approvals, changes in economic conditions, the ability to raise sufficient funds on acceptable terms or at all, operational risks associated with mineral exploration and development, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's public disclosure documents available under its profile on SEDAR+.The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof, and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties, and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/300471 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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康哲药业自主研发INHBE小核酸药物CMS-D008亮相ADA大会 ACN Newswire

康哲药业自主研发INHBE小核酸药物CMS-D008亮相ADA大会

深圳, 2026年6月8日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 康哲药业控股有限公司(867.HK/8A8.SG)(“康哲药业”)欣然宣布,其自主研发的创新药INHBE小核酸药物CMS-D008注射液(“CMS-D008”)的临床前结果在第86届美国糖尿病协会(ADA)大会(2026年6月5-8日,美国新奥尔良)以壁报形式发布。ADA大会作为全球糖尿病及代谢疾病领域规模最大、最具权威影响力的年度学术风向标,此次汇聚了来自世界各地的超过12,000名顶尖临床专家、科研学者及一线医疗工作者,共同探讨与见证前沿诊疗成果与技术创新突破。关于CMS-D008CMS-D008是康哲药业自主研发的一款皮下注射的siRNA药物,靶向抑制肝脏的抑制素亚基βE(INHBE)基因表达,下调INHBE编码蛋白激活素E(Activin E)水平,从而降低脂肪代谢通路Activin E-ALK7的活化,有效减少脂质堆积,显示出减脂不减肌、长期高质量减重的潜力。目前,CMS-D008的健康受试者I期临床试验正在稳步推进中;未来拟开发治疗腹型肥胖以及相关代谢性疾病。CMS-D008展现出令人鼓舞的非临床数据。本次在ADA大会发表CMS-D008的临床前研究结果显示,在肥胖动物模型中,CMS-D008可高效持续抑制INHBE表达,在不影响肌肉的情况下,获得明显的减重减脂效果,且安全性良好,有望实现健康减重。具体信息如下:标题:CMS-D008可特异性抑制INHBE mRNA,并在临床前研究中实现了针对脂肪的减重效果摘要号:3079-LB展示形式:壁报时间:2026年6月7日01:30 PM - 02:30 PM(当地时间)地点:Hall D-E研究结果:- 在高脂饮食诱导的人源化INHBE肥胖小鼠(hINHBE DIO 小鼠)模型中,CMS-D008可显著降低肝脏中INHBE mRNA及血清中靶蛋白Activin E的水平,进而显著降低小鼠的体重、体脂、不同部位脂肪,且不影响小鼠的肌肉含量。- 在肥胖食蟹猴模型中,CMS-D008也可显著降低肝脏中INHBE mRNA及血浆中靶蛋白Activin E的表达,并显著抑制因持续摄入高脂饮食而引起的体重上升。此次研究成果入选ADA大会,体现了CMS-D008在肥胖/代谢治疗领域的科学价值与临床潜力受到国际学术界的关注。CMS-D008亦可与康哲药业临床开发阶段的自研创新药CMS-D005(GLP-1R/GCGR双重激动剂)形成协同,有望实现高效的减重获益与长期的成果维持,为患者提供更全面的治疗方案。康哲药业将自主研发作为长期发展的核心驱动力,持续深耕前沿创新领域。目前已有包括CMS-D008在内的6款拥有全球权益的自研产品进入临床阶段,另有逾20项自研项目稳步推进临床前研究。未来,康哲药业将继续聚焦未被满足的临床需求,高效推动产品的研发与商业化进程,以更全面、创新的疗法惠及广大患者。关于康哲药业康哲药业是一家链接医药创新与商业化,把控产品全生命周期管理的开放式平台型企业,致力于提供有竞争力的产品和服务,满足尚未满足的医疗需求。康哲药业专注于全球首创(FIC)及同类最优(BIC)的创新产品,并高效推进创新产品临床研究开发和商业化进程,赋能科研成果向诊疗实践的持续转化,造福患者。康哲药业聚焦专科领域,拥有被验证的商业化能力,广泛的渠道覆盖和多疾病领域专家资源,核心在售产品已获领先的学术与市场地位。康哲药业围绕优势专科领域不断纵深发展,以巩固心肾代谢/消化/眼科/皮肤健康业务竞争力,带来专科规模效率,其中皮肤健康业务(德镁医药)已成为其细分领域的龙头企业,并拟于联交所独立上市。同时,康哲药业持续推动研产销全产业链在东南亚及中东区域运营发展,以获取新兴市场的增量,助力集团实现高质量可持续发展。康哲药业免责与前瞻性声明本新闻无意向您做任何产品的推广,非广告用途。本新闻不对任何药品和医疗器械和/或适应症作推荐。若您想了解具体疾病诊疗信息,请遵从医生或其他医疗卫生专业人士的意见或指导。医疗卫生专业人士作出的任何与治疗有关的决定应根据患者的具体情况并遵照药品说明书。由康哲药业编制的此新闻不构成购买或认购任何证券的任何要约或邀请,不形成任何合约或任何其他约束性承诺的依据或加以依赖。本新闻由康哲药业根据其认为可靠之资料及数据编制,但康哲药业并无进行任何说明或保证、明述或暗示,或其他表述,对本新闻内容的真实性、准确性、完整性、公平性及合理性不应加以依赖。本新闻中讨论的若干事宜可能包含涉及康哲药业的市场机会及业务前景的陈述,该等陈述分别或统称为前瞻性声明。该等前瞻性声明并非对未来表现的保证,存在已知及未知的风险、不明朗性及难以预知的假设。康哲药业并不采纳本新闻包含的第三方所做的任何前瞻性声明及预测,康哲药业对该等第三方声明及预测不承担责任。 Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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特朗普被质疑虚假言论,怒离NBC采访现场 Latest News

特朗普被质疑虚假言论,怒离NBC采访现场

(SeaPRwire) - By: Gavin Thorne 特朗普在接受NBC《与媒体见面》节目采访时,因被质疑关于加州选举和2021年1月6日国会山事件的虚假言论,愤而离场。此次采访于周五在威斯康星州齐佩瓦福尔斯的一个谷仓进行。 采访中,主持人克里斯汀·韦尔克询问特朗普关于他提议的18亿美元“反武器化”基金,该基金因被指用于支付其盟友和支持者而搁置。韦尔克还问到他赦免的172名袭击警察的罪犯是否应得到赔偿,特朗普坚称FBI引导暴徒进入国会,这些人认罪是怕重判,但拿不出证据。 特朗普还重提2020年大选被操纵的说法,称加州正在进行的选举“肮脏”。韦尔克追问证据,他只说“看看就知道”。当韦尔克提及当地官员的说法,特朗普辱骂其和媒体“腐败”“愚蠢”,还抨击了ABC、CBS和CNN等媒体。最终,特朗普结束采访,离场时还踩了麦克风。 周日节目播出时,韦尔克称周六与特朗普跟进,双方承认下雨影响了采访,特朗普还同意再接受采访。周五晚在威斯康星州的农民圆桌会议上,特朗普称因下雨对NBC不满,但表示采访“愉快”。 美国政治生态中,领导人与媒体的矛盾激化,将持续影响公众对政治的信任和认知。 Author bio: Gavin Thorne, 华盛顿特区资深政治调查记者,长期追踪报道政治内幕。
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Island States Ocean Summit Concludes Launch of the “OCEAN STATES INITIATIVE” JCN Newswire

Island States Ocean Summit Concludes Launch of the “OCEAN STATES INITIATIVE”

TOKYO, June 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Nippon Foundation, in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan and the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO, convened the inaugural Island States Ocean Summit in Tokyo on 3–4 June 2026.At the Closing Session on 4 June, Yohei Sasakawa, Honorary Chair of The Nippon Foundation, announced the Summit’s principal outcome: the launch of the OCEAN STATES INITIATIVE, a new long-term framework designed to support island states in addressing the growing challenges facing the ocean while advancing sustainable development.Closing Session speakers (from left): Vidar Helgesen, Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO; Ryo Nakamura, Ambassador, Assistant Minister, Director-General for Global Issues, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan; Yohei Sasakawa, Honorary Chair of The Nippon Foundation; and H.E. Surangel S. Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau.The Initiative builds on more than three decades of The Nippon Foundation’s support for island nations and responds to what Summit participants described as a growing “polycrisis”—a combination of climate change, sea-level rise, biodiversity loss, marine pollution, increasingly severe natural disasters, and a shortage of scientific and policy expertise.The OCEAN STATES INITIATIVE seeks to strengthen the capacity of island states to protect and sustainably use their ocean resources while building resilient and sustainable ocean economies. The Initiative reflects the Summit’s emphasis on moving beyond discussion and toward practical implementation, supported by science, partnerships, and long-term investment.Built on a new framework for international cooperation among island states, governments, international organizations, and philanthropic partners, the Initiative aims to support island states on the front lines of climate and ocean challenges while contributing to global efforts to achieve a sustainable ocean future.Announcing the Initiative, Mr. Sasakawa stated:“Through the discussions at this Summit, we have gained a clearer understanding of the actions island states seek from the international community. The Nippon Foundation will invest in people, create platforms for collaboration, and advance concrete initiatives that generate innovation and impact. Together with all those gathered here—across countries, sectors, and generations—we will translate this vision into action and ensure that the benefits of our ocean are passed on to future generations.”In response, H.E. Surangel S. Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau and Summit Co-Chair, stated:“We leave Tokyo with something tangible, and practical. We believe the platform being shaped at this summit is the exact mechanism needed to help all Island States translate our plans into real action.”Vidar Helgesen, Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO and Summit Co-Chair, stated: “Island states are not starting from zero. The foundations for Sustainable Ocean Planning and Management already exist in many countries through national ocean policies, marine spatial planning and sustainable blue economy initiatives. Our task now is to connect, strengthen and scale these efforts, creating a coherent framework that maximises impact and reduces fragmentation.”The Summit brought together approximately 300 participants, including His Majesty the Emperor of Japan, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon of Norway, Heads of State, ministers and senior officials from 35 countries, representatives of United Nations agencies, research institutions, civil society organizations, and ocean experts.Participants discussed Sustainable Ocean Planning and Management approaches as a means to address climate-related ocean risks, marine resource management, biodiversity conservation, and pathways for balancing ocean conservation with sustainable economic development. The discussions culminated in the release of the Co-Chairs’ Summary on 4 June.The OCEAN STATES INITIATIVEThe OCEAN STATES INITIATIVE is The Nippon Foundation’s new action plan to support island states through human resource development, scientific knowledge, and international cooperation, with the goal of balancing ocean conservation and sustainable economic development with a vision to the centuries and millennia to come.The Initiative is built around three pillars.Pillar 1: Strengthening Support for Island States through Human Resource DevelopmentThe Initiative will develop professionals from island nations who can address today’s challenges while preparing the next generation of leaders to shape the future. It will also cultivate global talent capable of advancing innovative ocean policies that reflect the voices of island states and support practical solutions. The Nippon Foundation’s human capacity development programs have already trained 2,032 fellows from 158 countries, creating a global network that supports ocean governance and policy implementation.Pillar 2: Establishing OCEAN HUBAs a legacy of the Summit, The Nippon Foundation will establish OCEAN HUB, a Tokyo-based hub that will serve as both a focal point for the global network of experts and a coordinating center for existing and future initiatives. The Initiative will also promote innovative projects through a consortium of world-leading institutions, generating the latest science and evidence needed to support ocean policy and decision-making. Together, these efforts will create a hub linking experts, science, and policy.Pillar 3: Developing Innovative Projects with States and the United Nations for SOPMThe Nippon Foundation and the IOC of UNESCO will jointly develop a Sustainable Ocean Planning and Management Support Platform to assist island states in implementing Sustainable Ocean Planning and Management (SOPM). To support implementation, The Nippon Foundation will provide seed funding and work with the IOC to establish a dedicated fund that encourages contributions from Member States and partners, helping expand and sustain the Platform over time. The long-term objective is to transform partnerships into projects that drive innovation and deliver measurable impact.Looking AheadThe OCEAN STATES INITIATIVE is designed as a ten-year strategy. As a key milestone, The Nippon Foundation intends to convene the Second Island States Ocean Summit in 2030–2031, which will serve as the mid-term review of the Initiative and help shape its second phase.Summit Outcomes and International ProcessesThe Summit’s Co-Chairs’ Summary notes that the partnerships, commitments, and knowledge generated through the Summit will contribute to major international policy processes, including:COP17 of the Convention on Biological DiversityCOP31 of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)The BBNJ processThe 2027 Ocean Decade ConferenceThe Summit outcomes are intended to strengthen the role of island states in shaping the future of sustainable ocean management and climate resilience.The Co-chairs’ Summary can be downloaded from the URL below.https://oceanexpert.org/document/38461About The Nippon Foundation https://www.nippon-foundation.or.jp/Together, for pain and hope. Together, for the future. Established in 1962, The Nippon Foundation is Japan’s largest philanthropic foundation. The Foundation supports a broad range of initiatives, including humanitarian assistance, disability inclusion, child welfare, disaster response, and ocean conservation.Media InquiryIsland States Ocean Summit Press Desk (within Kyodo PR)EMAIL: isos-pr@kyodo-pr.co.jp Press Release: https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20260608.pdf Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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