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Nyxoah Provides an Update on Expanded Middle East Presence

New Centers in Dubai, Kuwait, and Abu Dhabi Following First Genio® Implant in the Region Earlier in 2025

Mont–Saint–Guibert, Belgium – September 23, 2025, 10:10pm CET / 4:10pm ET – Nyxoah SA (Euronext Brussels/Nasdaq: NYXH), a medical technology company that develops breakthrough treatment alternatives for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), today announced the continued expansion of its commercial footprint in the Middle East, following the first successful Genio® implant in Abu Dhabi in September 2025.

The Middle East is home to world–class healthcare systems, renowned Key Opinion Leaders, and centers of excellence with outstanding facilities. Nyxoah is proud to partner with these institutions spread over Dubai, Kuwait, and Abu Dhabi to broaden access to Genio and improve outcomes for patients living with Obstructive Sleep Apnea who are unable to tolerate CPAP.

Olivier Taelman, Chief Executive Officer of Nyxoah, commented: “The Middle East represents an important and growing market for Nyxoah, and we are delighted to see this momentum since our initial launch in the region earlier this year. Expanding from Dubai into Kuwait and Abu Dhabi allows us to bring the unique, patient–centric Genio solution to more individuals suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea. We are grateful to collaborate with leading healthcare institutions and experts in the region, who share our mission to transform the treatment of OSA and make sleep simple for patients worldwide.”

With its growing network of centers across the Middle East, Nyxoah continues to deliver on its commitment to expand patient access to Genio, the only leadless, externally powered bilateral hypoglossal nerve stimulation system for the treatment of moderate–to–severe OSA.

About Nyxoah
Nyxoah is a medical technology company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative solutions to treat OSA. Nyxoah’s lead solution is the Genio system, a patient–centered, leadless and battery–free hypoglossal neurostimulation therapy for OSA, the world’s most common sleep disordered breathing condition that is associated with increased mortality risk and cardiovascular comorbidities. Nyxoah is driven by the vision that OSA patients should enjoy restful nights and feel enabled to live their life to its fullest.

Following the successful completion of the BLAST OSA study, the Genio system received its European CE Mark in 2019. Nyxoah completed two successful IPOs: on Euronext Brussels in September 2020 and NASDAQ in July 2021. Following the positive outcomes of the BETTER SLEEP study, Nyxoah received CE mark approval for the expansion of its therapeutic indications to Complete Concentric Collapse (CCC) patients, currently contraindicated in competitors’ therapy. Additionally, the Company announced positive outcomes from the DREAM IDE pivotal study and U.S. FDA approval of a Premarket Approval application.

For more information, please visit http://www.nyxoah.com/.

Caution – CE marked since 2019. FDA approved in August 2025 as prescription–only device.

FORWARD–LOOKING STATEMENTS

Certain statements, beliefs and opinions in this press release are forward–looking, which reflect the Company’s or, as appropriate, the Company directors’ or managements’ current expectations regarding the Genio system; planned and ongoing clinical studies of the Genio system; the potential advantages of the Genio system; Nyxoah’s goals with respect to the development, regulatory pathway and potential use of the Genio system; the Company's commercialization strategy and entrance to the U.S. and Middle East markets; the Company’s intellectual property portfolio; and the Company's results of operations, financial condition, liquidity, performance, prospects, growth and strategies. By their nature, forward–looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward–looking statements. These risks, uncertainties, assumptions and factors could adversely affect the outcome and financial effects of the plans and events described herein. Additionally, these risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the risks and uncertainties set forth in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 20–F for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on March 20, 2025, and subsequent reports that the Company files with the SEC. A multitude of factors including, but not limited to, changes in demand, competition and technology, or adverse litigation outcomes can cause actual events, performance or results to differ significantly from any anticipated development. Forward looking statements contained in this press release regarding past trends or activities are not guarantees of future performance and should not be taken as a representation that such trends or activities will continue in the future. In addition, even if actual results or developments are consistent with the forward–looking statements contained in this press release, those results or developments may not be indicative of results or developments in future periods. No representations and warranties are made as to the accuracy or fairness of such forward–looking statements. As a result, the Company expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release any updates or revisions to any forward–looking statements in this press release as a result of any change in expectations or any change in events, conditions, assumptions or circumstances on which these forward–looking statements are based, except if specifically required to do so by law or regulation. Neither the Company nor its advisers or representatives nor any of its subsidiary undertakings or any such person's officers or employees guarantees that the assumptions underlying such forward–looking statements are free from errors nor does either accept any responsibility for the future accuracy of the forward–looking statements contained in this press release or the actual occurrence of the forecasted developments. You should not place undue reliance on forward–looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.

Contact:

Nyxoah
John Landry, CFO
[email protected]

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Nyxoah Présente les Dernières Avancées Concernant son Expansion au Moyen-Orient

Nyxoah Présente les Dernières Avancées Concernant son Expansion au Moyen–Orient

De nouveaux centres à Dubaï, au Koweït et à Abu Dhabi après la première implantation de Genio® dans la région au début de l'année 2025

Mont–Saint–Guibert, Belgique – 23 septembre 2025, 22h10 CET / 16h10 ET – Nyxoah SA (Euronext Brussels/Nasdaq: NYXH) (« Nyxoah » ou la « Société »), une société de technologie médicale développant des alternatives thérapeutiques révolutionnaires pour l'apnée obstructive du sommeil (AOS) par la neuromodulation, a annoncé aujourd'hui la poursuite de son expansion commerciale au Moyen–Orient, après le premier implant Genio® réalisé avec succès à Abu Dhabi en septembre 2025.

Le Moyen–Orient dispose de systèmes de santé de classe internationale, de leaders d'opinion renommés et de centres d'excellence dotés d'installations exceptionnelles. Nyxoah est fier de s'associer à ces institutions réparties à Dubaï, au Koweït et à Abu Dhabi afin d'élargir l'accès à Genio et d'améliorer les résultats pour les patients souffrant d'apnée obstructive du sommeil qui ne tolèrent pas la CPAP.

Olivier Taelman, Chief Executive Officer de Nyxoah, a déclaré : “Le Moyen–Orient représente un marché important et en pleine croissance pour Nyxoah, et nous sommes ravis de constater cette dynamique depuis notre lancement initial dans la région au début de l'année. Notre expansion de Dubaï vers le Koweït et Abu Dhabi nous permet d'offrir la solution Genio, unique et centrée sur le patient, à un plus grand nombre de personnes souffrant d'apnée obstructive du sommeil. Nous sommes reconnaissants de pouvoir collaborer avec les principaux établissements de santé et experts de la région, qui partagent notre mission de transformer le traitement de l'AOS et de faciliter le sommeil des patients dans le monde entier.”

Grâce à son réseau croissant de centres à travers le Moyen–Orient, Nyxoah continue de tenir son engagement d'élargir l'accès des patients à Genio, le seul système de stimulation bilatérale du nerf hypoglosse sans sonde et alimenté de manière externe pour le traitement de l'AOS modérée à sévère.

A propos de Nyxoah

Nyxoah opère dans le secteur des technologies médicales. Elle se concentre sur le développement et la commercialisation de solutions innovantes destinées à traiter le Syndrome d’Apnées Obstructives du Sommeil (SAOS). La principale solution de Nyxoah est le système Genio®, une thérapie de neurostimulation du nerf hypoglosse sans sonde et sans batterie qui a reçu le marquage CE, centrée sur le patient et destinée à traiter le Syndrome d’Apnées Obstructives du Sommeil (SAOS), le trouble respiratoire du sommeil le plus courant au monde. Ce dernier est associé à un risque accru de mortalité et des comorbidités, dont les maladies cardiovasculaires. La vision de Nyxoah est que les patients souffrant de SAOS doivent pouvoir profiter de nuits réparatrices et vivre pleinement leur vie.

À la suite de la finalisation probante de l’étude BLAST OSA, le système Genio® a reçu le marquage européen CE en 2019. Nyxoah a réalisé avec succès deux IPO : l’une sur Euronext Bruxelles en septembre 2020 et l’autre sur le NASDAQ en juillet 2021. Grâce aux résultats positifs de l'étude BETTER SLEEP, Nyxoah a reçu le marquage CE pour l’extension de ses indications thérapeutiques aux patients souffrant de collapsus concentrique complet (CCC), pour lesquels les thérapies concurrentes sont actuellement contre–indiquées. En outre, la Société a annoncé les résultats positifs de l'étude pivot DREAM IDE et l'approbation par la FDA américaine d'une demande d'autorisation préalable à la mise sur le marché.

Pour plus d’informations, visitez www.nyxoah.com

Attention – Marquage CE depuis 2019. Dispositif de recherche aux États–Unis. Approuvé par la FDA en août 2025 en tant que dispositif disponible uniquement sur prescription médicale.

Déclarations Prospectives

Certaines déclarations, convictions et opinions contenues dans ce communiqué de presse sont de nature prospective et reflètent les attentes actuelles de la Société ou, le cas échéant, de ses administrateurs ou de sa direction concernant le système Genio ; les études cliniques prévues et en cours sur le système Genio ; les avantages potentiels du système Genio ; les objectifs de Nyxoah en matière de développement, de parcours réglementaire et d'utilisation potentielle du système Genio ; la stratégie de commercialisation de la société et son entrée sur le marché américain ; et les résultats d'exploitation, la situation financière, la liquidité, les performances, les perspectives, la croissance et les stratégies de la société. De par leur nature, les déclarations prospectives comportent un certain nombre de risques, d'incertitudes, d'hypothèses et d'autres facteurs qui pourraient faire en sorte que les résultats ou événements réels diffèrent sensiblement de ceux exprimés ou sous–entendus dans les déclarations prospectives. Ces risques, incertitudes, hypothèses et facteurs pourraient avoir une incidence défavorable sur les résultats et les effets financiers des plans et événements décrits dans le présent document. En outre, ces risques et incertitudes comprennent, sans s'y limiter, les risques et incertitudes énoncés dans la section « Facteurs de risque » du rapport annuel de la société sur le formulaire 20–F pour l'exercice clos le 31 décembre 2024, déposé auprès de la Securities and Exchange Commission (« SEC ») le 20 mars 2025, et dans les rapports ultérieurs que la Société dépose auprès de la SEC. Une multitude de facteurs, y compris, mais sans s'y limiter, les changements dans la demande, la concurrence et la technologie, peuvent faire en sorte que les événements, les performances ou les résultats réels diffèrent considérablement de toute évolution prévue. Les déclarations prospectives contenues dans le présent communiqué de presse concernant les tendances ou activités passées ne constituent pas des garanties de performances futures et ne doivent pas être interprétées comme une indication que ces tendances ou activités se poursuivront à l'avenir. En outre, même si les résultats ou développements réels sont conformes aux déclarations prospectives contenues dans le présent communiqué de presse, ces résultats ou développements ne sont pas nécessairement indicatifs des résultats ou développements futurs. Aucune déclaration ni garantie n'est faite quant à l'exactitude ou à l'équité de ces déclarations prospectives. Par conséquent, la Société décline expressément toute obligation ou engagement de publier des mises à jour ou des révisions des déclarations prospectives contenues dans le présent communiqué de presse à la suite d'un changement dans les attentes ou d'un changement dans les événements, les conditions, les hypothèses ou les circonstances sur lesquels ces déclarations prospectives sont fondées, sauf si la loi ou la réglementation l'exige expressément. Ni la Société, ni ses conseillers ou représentants, ni aucune de ses filiales, ni aucun des dirigeants ou employés de ces personnes ne garantissent que les hypothèses sous–jacentes à ces déclarations prospectives sont exemptes d'erreurs, et n'acceptent aucune responsabilité quant à l'exactitude future des déclarations prospectives contenues dans le présent communiqué de presse ou à la réalisation effective des développements prévus. Vous ne devez pas vous fier indûment aux déclarations prospectives, qui ne sont valables qu'à la date du présent communiqué de presse.

Contact :

Nyxoah
John Landry, CFO
[email protected]

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Mavenir Selected by Iridium to Deliver Core Network for Global Satellite Based NB-IoT and D2D Services

RICHARDSON, Texas, Sept. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mavenir, the cloud–native network infrastructure provider building the future of networks, today announced it has been selected by Iridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: IRDM), a leading provider of global voice and data satellite communications, to deploy the Core Network of its Non–Terrestrial Network (NTN), helping to enable – 3GPP based Direct–to–Device (D2D) services.

In support of Iridium NTN DirectSM, Mavenir will deliver its fully containerized, cloud–native Converged Packet Core solution, hosted in Iridium’s Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environment. The deployment supports Iridium’s strategy to offer 3GPP standards–based NTN capabilities over its existing satellite network, while maintaining readiness for future D2D offerings.

Ashok Khuntia, President of Core Networks for Mavenir said: “This collaboration with Iridium is a strategic milestone in Mavenir’s mission to enable seamless connectivity across terrestrial and non–terrestrial domains. By deploying our cloud–native Converged Packet Core on AWS, we’re helping Iridium deliver global NB–IoT services today – It’s a powerful demonstration of how Mavenir’s flexible, scalable core solutions can adapt to meet the evolving needs of satellite–driven networks.”

Mavenir’s solution includes a full suite of core network functions – such as Converged Session Management Function, Converged User Plane Function, Policy Control, Subscriber Management, Network Exposure Function, and messaging capabilities – supported by a centralized operations and analytics platform. The solution is designed for high availability and geo–redundancy across multiple AWS regions.

Tim Last, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Iridium said: “As we prepare to launch Iridium NTN Direct, our partnership with Mavenir will help ensure a strong foundation for the service. Whether it’s for IoT or D2D, Iridium NTN Direct will provide a truly global, reliable, and future–ready solution for MNOs, chipmakers, and consumers worldwide.”

The project enables easy integration with Iridium’s existing provisioning and billing systems, while also supporting NB–IoT traffic delivery across multiple interfaces including IP, UDP, TCP, and Non–IP Data Delivery (NIDD). Future evolution toward 5G NR will allow Iridium to use the same backend infrastructure for a smooth and low–downtime migration path to D2D connectivity.

This latest win enhances Mavenir’s growing NTN portfolio and highlights its ability to enable satellite operators with proven, standards–compliant packet core solutions that are optimized for cloud–native deployment environments.

About Mavenir

Mavenir is building the future of networks today with cloud–native, AI–enabled solutions which are green by design, empowering operators to realize the benefits of 5G and achieve intelligent, automated, programmable networks. As the pioneer of Open RAN and a proven industry disruptor, Mavenir’s award–winning solutions are delivering automation and monetization across mobile networks globally, accelerating software network transformation for 300+ Communications Service Providers in over 120 countries, which serve more than 50% of the world’s subscribers. For more information, please visit www.mavenir.com

For more information about Iridium NTN Direct, visit: www.iridium.com/ntn–direct/

Media Contacts

Mavenir PR Contacts:
Emmanuela Spiteri
[email protected]


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Bitget Becomes First Exchange to Offer All Cryptos on Four Major Chains in One Account

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Sept. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the world’s leading Universal Exchange (UEX), has announced a major upgrade to Bitget Onchain, a revolutionary feature that allows users to seamlessly trade, stake, and manage millions of on–chain tokens directly from a single Bitget spot account. The expansion introduces support for four leading blockchains — Ethereum, Solana, BSC, and Base — transforming Bitget Onchain from selected assets into a comprehensive gateway to the decentralized economy.

With this upgrade, Bitget Onchain delivers a full–featured and user–friendly experience that combines the diversity of decentralized markets with the security and reliability of centralized exchanges. Users can now access millions of tokens across multiple chains without the need to juggle separate Web3 wallets, external transfers, or private key management. This streamlined approach makes on–chain trading more accessible to a wider user base while retaining the advanced tools and protections expected by professional traders.

In addition to broad multi–chain coverage, Bitget has also launched Onchain Signals, a new feature powered by AI algorithms. Onchain Signals tracks and filters high–quality “smart money” addresses across blockchains, providing users with real–time token alerts and actionable insights. With one–click trading capabilities, users can act quickly on opportunities and follow strategies from leading market participants, improving both efficiency and success in their on–chain operations.

Security remains at the heart of Bitget Onchain. All tokens are pre–screened, with additional safeguards in place for high–risk assets, ensuring users benefit from exchange–grade protection while exploring the open on–chain ecosystem.

The Onchain upgrade marks another step toward Bitget’s long–term vision of building the Universal Exchange (UEX). As the next–generation exchange model, UEX will support all tradable crypto assets, unlike current CEXs, which mostly support only a few hundred mainstream tokens. In addition, UEX's service radius will not be limited to cryptocurrencies—global premium assets such as stocks, ETFs, gold, and forex will all be tradable on UEX. This is not just about combining the advantages of CEX and DEX, but a fusion of technology and philosophy. While most global exchanges have only begun experimenting with Web3 integrations or partial on–chain coverage, Bitget has already advanced further with unified accounts, full–asset support across multiple blockchains, and AI–driven trading intelligence. Bitget is the first exchange to provide this experience, where users can access both the reliability of CEX and the diversity of DEX in one place.

“Bitget Onchain is breaking down barriers between CEX and DEX by offering both accessibility and security in one place,” said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. “By expanding coverage to millions of tokens across top blockchains and introducing AI–powered Onchain Signals, we are giving users the smartest, safest way to trade on–chain. This upgrade also represents the core of UEX's vision — helping users trade smarter across every market, on–chain and beyond.”

With Bitget Onchain, users gain unmatched access to the decentralized token universe in a secure, streamlined, and user–friendly environment, maintaining Bitget’s role as a global leader in building the future of finance.

For more information on Bitget Onchain, visit here.

About Bitget

Established in 2018, Bitget is the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX). Serving over 120 million users in 150+ countries and regions, the Bitget exchange is committed to helping users trade smarter with its pioneering copy trading feature and other trading solutions, while offering real–time access to Bitcoin price, Ethereum price, and other cryptocurrency prices. Bitget Wallet is a leading non–custodial crypto wallet supporting 130+ blockchains and millions of tokens. It offers multi–chain trading, staking, payments, and direct access to 20,000+ DApps, with advanced swaps and market insights built into a single platform.

Bitget is driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships, such as its role as the Official Crypto Partner of the World's Top Football League, LALIGA, in EASTERN, SEA and LATAM markets. Aligned with its global impact strategy, Bitget has joined hands with UNICEF to support blockchain education for 1.1 million people by 2027. In the world of motorsports, Bitget is the exclusive cryptocurrency exchange partner of MotoGP™, one of the world’s most thrilling championships.

For more information, visit: Website | Twitter | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord | Bitget Wallet

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The Rise of Androids Among Human Populations

As androids edge closer to reshaping how we work, interact, and manage conflict and resources, the absence of clear regulations leaves human rights, jobs, and social bonds unprotected. Credit: Shutterstock

As androids edge closer to reshaping how we work, interact, and manage conflict and resources, the absence of clear regulations leaves human rights, jobs, and social bonds unprotected. Credit: Shutterstock

By Joseph Chamie
PORTLAND, USA, Sep 23 2025 – Despite anxieties, concerns, and warnings, androids or humanoid robots that rely on generative artificial intelligence (GAI) and advanced robotics are increasingly being integrated into the modern lives of human populations. This integration raises serious challenges regarding humanity’s future in an era where androids are emerging rapidly.

Some have expressed concerns that GAI and robots are embedding and intensifying existing societal biases, stereotypes, misogyny, and discrimination in the development of these new technologies.

Soon, androids are expected to change the nature of work, social interactions, conflict resolution, and resource management. However, guidelines, regulations, and protocols for their usage and protecting human rights, employment, and social relationships have not been established yet.

 

Growth

In response to the increasing need for automation in various sectors of society, coupled with declining production costs and increasing corporate investments, the use of androids is evolving rapidly. Breakthroughs in generative artificial intelligence have accelerated the development of androids.

At the start of the 21st century, the world’s population of humans was about 6.2 billion and, except in science fiction novels and movies, androids were essentially non-existent. By 2025, the world’s human population had increased to 8.2 billion, with the number of androids estimated to have grown to about 10 thousand.

By 2050, the global population of humans and androids is projected to reach 9.2 billion and 1 billion, respectively (Table 1).

Source: United Nations and Morgan Stanley.

With many countries facing demographic decline and population ageing, coupled with opposition to immigration in most destination countries, many governments, industries, and organizations are increasingly turning to technologies that incorporate generative artificial intelligence and advanced robotics.

The growth of androids is being driven by several factors, including substantial financial investments, decreasing production costs, and intense competition among countries in the humanoid market. Androids are increasingly being utilized in education, entertainment, healthcare, manufacturing, and household applications.

 

Reactions

The reactions of human populations to androids vary considerably. Many people have mixed feelings toward androids with artificial intelligence but see further developments as “inevitable”.

Although many people use artificial intelligence enabled technologies daily, they fear androids will lead to job displacement, rising unemployment, misuse, abuse, intrusive surveillance, and loss of human connection.

The increasing presence of androids is heightening competition for jobs in the labor market, especially among recent college graduates. This development is potentially leading to widespread unemployment, greater dependence on emerging technologies, and a significant rise in wealth inequality.

The reactions of human populations to artificial intelligence (AI) vary significantly across countries. A survey of views towards AI among 21 countries found significant differences between more developed and less developed countries.

While most of the public in less developed countries, like Brazil, China, and India, had positive views about AI, in more developed countries, like Germany, Japan, and the US, 40% or less of the public had positive views about artificial intelligence (Figure 1).

 

Source: Visual Capitalist.

 

Another survey of G7 countries in 2024 reported that 80% of the respondents feared androids would take away jobs, while 70% believed androids would dominate social interactions.

Furthermore, 60% of the respondents in the survey were uncomfortable with androids and preferred them not to resemble humans. This preference is believed to be partly due to the “uncanny valley” effect, which refers to the eerie or unsettling feeling some people experience in response to humanoid robots and lifelike computer-generated characters (Figure 2).

 

Source: Euronews.

 

Advancements

Further advances in the fields of robotics and GAI have also led to the emergence of Socibots. These androids are designed to be social robots. Utilizing GAI and advanced robotics, they are intended to function as an individual’s friend and offer companionship.

International Gallup surveys have found that approximately one-fifth of the global population experienced loneliness “a lot of the day yesterday”. The World Health Organization (WHO) also reports that social isolation and loneliness affect over one billion people worldwide.

Without proper regulations and guardrails focusing on safety, fairness, and basic human rights, it is uncertain how androids can integrate into human populations without posing risks to human wellbeing and the future of humanity

Equipped with sensors and GAI, Socibots are designed to interact and communicate with humans using social behaviors. They are intended to be companions, educators, and assistants, and are expected to be used in hospitals, schools, and homes as their capabilities improve.

Socibots are becoming more expressive, emotionally intelligent, and personable, specifically designed to be a person’s friend. Companies are investing billions of dollars into developing Socibots that can remember individuals, understand their emotions, and engage in natural conversation.

In contrast to Socibots, warbots are robots, unmanned vehicles or devices designed for military operations and warfare. These warbots are autonomous or remote-controlled mobile robots intended for military applications

Military and security forces around the world are currently utilizing autonomous weapons systems, or warbots, which can identify and attack targets with varying degrees of human oversight. These systems are rapidly advancing with the progress of generative artificial intelligence.

Although autonomous “killer robots” capable of selecting and engaging targets without human intervention are in development, they are not yet widely deployed on the battlefield. There is a growing focus on increasing the autonomy of warbots to operate independently and behind enemy lines.

 

Concerns

Over 120 countries and various organizations, such as Human Rights Watch and the Campaign to Stop Killer Robots, have called for an international ban on the development and use of autonomous warbots that can select and attack targets without human control.

However, some governments believe that an international ban is unnecessary. They maintain autonomous robotics could save the lives of soldiers who might otherwise be killed on the battlefield. They also stress that most military robots are tele-operated and unarmed, with many used for reconnaissance, surveillance, sniper detection, and neutralizing explosive devices.

Some individuals suffer from robophobia, an anxiety disorder characterized by an intense fear of androids and robots with generative artificial intelligence. Many of these individuals view the increasing presence of humanoid robots as creepy, hazardous, and a menace to society.

The increasing presence of androids is heightening competition for jobs in the labor market, replacing many human jobs, potentially leading to widespread unemployment, greater dependence on emerging technologies, and a significant rise in wealth inequality. Some individuals are concerned about the potential for social isolation, reliance, and loss of human connection as androids take on roles as companions and service providers.

The global efforts towards advancements in generative artificial intelligence are demanding substantial amounts of electricity. Many billions of dollars are reportedly flowing into the data centers needed to power artificial intelligence. The International Energy Agency projects that by 2030, data centers will require slightly more energy than Japan consumes today.

However, others, especially those benefiting financially, downplay the rising concerns and emphasize the potential benefits of androids. These benefits include increased efficiency, additional labor, higher productivity, business opportunities, enhanced safety, entertainment, personal help, and companionship.

Despite notable advancements, some observers have cautioned about the “humanoid hype”. They note that robots are not acquiring real-world skills as quickly as AI chatbots are gaining language fluency. They expect many more decades of research and development in robotics will be needed before androids can perform these necessary skills.

Some individuals, often referred to as doomsayers, have expressed concerns about the risks involved in the rapid growth of GAI, particularly warning about its potential for disruption and human manipulation.

The development of powerful generative artificial intelligence systems may eventually surpass human intelligence, reach singularity, and evade human control. Experts caution that this alarming progression could lead to catastrophic consequences for human populations.

 

Conclusions

Recent advancements in generative artificial intelligence and robotics have led to an increase in the introduction of androids into modern society. The emergence of androids presents significant challenges for human populations, especially concerning humanity’s future in a world dominated by generative artificial intelligence and humanlike robotics.

While some see further developments as inevitable, there is concern that future androids, possibly arriving within the next five years, could become excessively intrusive, disruptive, and replace many human jobs, particularly entry-level jobs in fields such as law, finance and consulting. Some have issued warnings about the rapidly expanding influence of robotics and generative artificial intelligence, approaching the likely scenario with caution rather than enthusiasm.

Additionally, there are concerns about potential social isolation, dependency, and a lack of human connection as androids take on roles as companions and service providers. However, some, particularly those with financial investments, downplay these concerns and emphasize the advantages and benefits of androids.

Without proper regulations and guardrails focusing on safety, fairness, and basic human rights, it is uncertain how androids can integrate into human populations without posing risks to human wellbeing and the future of humanity. It is also unclear how individuals, especially children, will react to humanoid robots with advanced generative artificial intelligence offering assistance and making contributions.

 Joseph Chamie is a consulting demographer, a former director of the United Nations Population Division, and author of many publications on population issues, including his recent book, “Population Levels, Trends, and Differentials”.

 

منصة WePlay تحقق إنجازاً بارزاً بحصولها على توصية متجر App Store في الشرق الأوسط بمناسبة اليوم الوطني السعودي

الرياض، المملكة العربية السعودية, Sept. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

أعلنت منصة WePlay، الرائدة عالمياً في مجال الترفيه الاجتماعي، اليوم عن نجاح فعاليتها الخاصة باليوم الوطني السعودي الـ95 في الحصول على توصية رسمية من متجر App Store في منطقة الشرق الأوسط. ويمثل هذا الإنجاز محطة فارقة تؤكد على الفهم العميق لـWePlay للثقافة المحلية في المنطقة، كما تجسد قدرتها على الجمع بين الإبداع التفاعلي والمشاركة المجتمعية لبناء جسر رقمي يصل بين الأصالة والحداثة.

أبرز فعاليات الحدث: تجربة غامرة في غرف الدردشة الصوتية وتصميمات تفاعلية متنوعة

احتفالاً باليوم الوطني السعودي، ستطلق WePlay في 23 سبتمبر غرفة دردشة صوتية حصرية بعنوان “احتفال اليوم الوطني السعودي”، لتقدم للمستخدمين تجربة غامرة تتمحور حول التاريخ والثقافة والمشاركة المجتمعية، وتشمل:

– استعراض تاريخي: إلقاء الضوء على أبرز محطات توحيد المملكة وتأسيسها.

– تجربة ثقافية: الاستماع إلى الموسيقى السعودية والتعرف على العادات والتقاليد والأطباق الشعبية.

– أنشطة تفاعلية: مسابقات وأسئلة عن اليوم الوطني مع جوائز مميزة للفائزين.

– مساحة حوار مفتوحة: تبادل القصص والانطباعات حول الثقافة السعودية.

لحظة تكريم: اعتراف رسمي من Apple وتوصية المحررين

يشتهر قسم التوصيات في متجر App Store بمعاييره الصارمة وتأثيره الواسع، والحصول على هذه التوصية يعد اعترافاً رفيع المستوى بجودة التطبيق وقيمته الثقافية والإبداعية. وقد أثنى فريق تحرير Apple على WePlay باعتبارها منصة “تجسد روح الاحتفال بشكل مثالي من خلال تجربة تفاعلية، وتحقق توازناً رائعاً بين الابتكار التقني والحفاظ على التقاليد الثقافية.”

سر النجاح: الابتكار المستمر واستراتيجية التوطين العميق

إن النجاح الذي حققته WePlay يعود إلى التزامها الثابت بجودة المنتج والابتكار وتجربة المستخدم، إلى جانب استراتيجيتها المتقدمة في التوطين الثقافي. وتتميز WePlay بكونها منصة ترفيهية شاملة تجمع بين الألعاب والأنشطة الاجتماعية، معتمدة على معادلة “سهولة الدخول، تجربة غامرة، وروابط اجتماعية قوية”، لتلبية احتياجات المستخدمين الباحثين عن الجمع بين الترفيه والتواصل.

وقد تجاوز عدد مرات تحميل التطبيق 10 ملايين تنزيل، واحتل مراتب متقدمة في قوائم التطبيقات المجانية في أسواق عدة، منها الشرق الأوسط، جنوب شرق آسيا وتايوان، على متجري App Store وGoogle Play.

وفي جانب التوطين، أثبتت WePlay كفاءتها العالية في دمج العناصر الثقافية المحلية، حيث تعاونت مع علامات بارزة (مثل شخصية Bugcat Capoo في تايوان)، وأطلقت فعاليات موسمية مميزة (مثل مهرجان Songkran في تايلاند)، مما جعلها تحصد توصيات متكررة من متاجر التطبيقات.

الرؤية المستقبلية: بناء نظام عالمي جديد للترفيه الاجتماعي

يمثل الحصول على توصية متجر App Store في الشرق الأوسط خطوة استراتيجية مهمة ستعزز توسع WePlay في المنطقة وعلى مستوى العالم. وفي المستقبل، ستواصل المنصة استكشاف فرص التعاون القائمة على العناصر الثقافية المحلية، وتوسيع نطاق المشاهد الاجتماعية التفاعلية، بهدف إعادة تعريف مفهوم الترفيه التفاعلي وبناء عصر جديد من الألعاب الاجتماعية المبتكرة بالشراكة مع المستخدمين.

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Jackaroo King’s Saudi National Day Special Event Secures Feature on Middle Eastern App Store

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Sept. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The globally leading social entertainment app Jackaroo King announced today that its special event launched during Saudi National Day has been successfully featured on the App Store in the Middle East. This significant milestone not only highlights Jackaroo King’s phenomenal influence among young users in the region but also reaffirms its product DNA of “staying rooted in tradition while driving innovation.”


Saudi National Day Special Event: An Immersive Social Experience

To celebrate Saudi Arabia's National Day, Jackaroo King launched a themed event offering generous benefits:

  • National Day Login Gifts: Users can claim exclusive holiday rewards simply by logging in.
  • New Gift Items: Limited–edition National Day gifts are available to help players express their feelings.
  • Top–up Package Discounts: Special offers during the holiday enhance the gaming experience.

Phenomenal Product DNA: Blending Tradition and Innovation

Since its launch in 2024, Jackaroo King has consistently topped the download charts on the App Store and Google Play in the Middle East, thanks to its unique product strengths:

  • Classic Gameplay: Faithfully retains the core rules of the Jackaroo board game while integrating voice chat and team competition features.
  • Pure User Experience: An ad–free environment combined with deeply localized operations has successfully captured the young Middle Eastern user base.
  • Immersive Ecosystem: Builds an integrated “gaming–social–competitive” ecosystem through online and offline event matrices.

This fusion of tradition and innovation has rapidly established Jackaroo King as a phenomenon in the Middle Eastern social entertainment landscape.

Global Strategy: Redefining Social Gaming for the Younger Generation

Guided by its mission to “bring joy and friends to young people worldwide,” Jackaroo King continues to promote cross–cultural exchange and entertainment innovation.

Its global strategy includes:

  • Digitally reimagining classic rules while preserving the authentic board game experience.
  • Extending real–time interactive scenarios to enable immersive social experiences anytime, anywhere.
  • Facilitating cross–sector content co–creation by integrating culture and entertainment to shape new social formats for the younger generation.

About Jackaroo King

Launched in August 2024, Jackaroo King is the digital adaptation of the classic Jackaroo board game. Its unique blend of classic gameplay and an innovative social experience quickly won the hearts of young Middle Eastern users. As a product of WeJoy, it continues to expand its global influence and redefine social entertainment for the younger generation.

Contact: [email protected]

Website: https://www.jackarooapp.com/

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فعالية اليوم الوطني السعودي الخاصة بـ Jackaroo King تحصل على توصية في متجر App Store في الشرق الأوسط

الرياض، المملكة العربية السعودية, Sept. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

أعلنت منصة الترفيه الاجتماعي الرائدة عالميًا Jackaroo King اليوم أن فعالياتها الخاصة باليوم الوطني السعودي قد نجحت في الحصول على توصية متجر App Store في منطقة الشرق الأوسط. ويمثل هذا الإنجاز محطة بارزة جديدة تؤكد على التأثير الظاهر لجاكاروا كينغ بين الشباب في المنطقة، كما يجسد من جديد جيناته المميزة التي تجمع بين الجذور التقليدية والابتكار.


فعاليات اليوم الوطني السعودي: تجربة اجتماعية غامرة

احتفالًا باليوم الوطني للمملكة العربية السعودية، أطلق Jackaroo King فعاليات خاصة باليوم الوطني، مقدّمًا مجموعة من المزايا:

– هدايا تسجيل الدخول باليوم الوطني: يحصل المستخدمون على مكافآت حصرية بمجرد تسجيل الدخول؛

– هدايا جديدة: طرح هدايا محدودة الإصدار خاصة باليوم الوطني لمساعدة اللاعبين على التعبير عن مشاعرهم؛

– عروض باقات الشحن: خصومات خاصة خلال فترة العيد لتعزيز تجربة اللعب.

ومن خلال تصميم يجمع بين الخصوصية الثقافية والمرح الاجتماعي، وفر Jackaroo King للمستخدمين في الشرق الأوسط أجواء احتفالية رقمية غنية بالمعنى والتفاعل.

جينات المنتج الظاهرة: دمج التقليد والابتكار

منذ إطلاقه في عام 2024، تصدّر Jackaroo King قوائم تحميل الألعاب في متجر App Store و Google Play في الشرق الأوسط لعدة أشهر متتالية بفضل مزاياه الفريدة:

– أسلوب اللعب الكلاسيكي: المحافظة على القواعد الجوهرية للعبة الطاولة “جاكاروا”، مع إضافة الدردشة الصوتية واللعب الجماعي التنافسي؛

– تجربة نقية: بيئة خالية من الإعلانات مدعومة بتشغيل محلي معمّق لاستقطاب الشباب في المنطقة بدقة؛

– منظومة غامرة: من خلال مزيج من البطولات الإلكترونية والفعاليات الواقعية، يبني النظام البيئي المتكامل “لعبة – تواصل اجتماعي – منافسة”.

هذا الدمج بين التقليد والابتكار جعل من Jackaroo King منصة ترفيه اجتماعية استثنائية في الشرق الأوسط.

الاستراتيجية العالمية: إعادة تشكيل تجربة الألعاب الاجتماعية لجيل الشباب

يلتزم Jackaroo King بمهمته المتمثلة في “جلب المتعة والأصدقاء للشباب حول العالم”، وبرؤيته “جمع الناس معًا من خلال الألعاب وقيادة اتجاه الترفيه الاجتماعي الرقمي عالميًا”. وتغطي استراتيجيته العالمية:

– إعادة بناء القواعد الكلاسيكية رقميًا مع الحفاظ على أصالة اللعبة التقليدية؛

– توسيع المشاهد التفاعلية الفورية لتمكين المستخدمين من خوض تجربة اجتماعية غامرة في أي زمان ومكان؛

– ابتكار مشترك عابر للثقافات عبر دمج المحتوى الثقافي والترفيهي، لخلق أسلوب جديد للتواصل الاجتماعي يناسب جيل الشباب.

حول Jackaroo King

تم إطلاق Jackaroo King رسميًا في أغسطس 2024 كنسخة رقمية مطوّرة من لعبة الطاولة الكلاسيكية Jackroo. وبفضل مزيجه الفريد من “أسلوب اللعب الكلاسيكي + التجربة الاجتماعية المبتكرة”، سرعان ما حاز على إعجاب الشباب في الشرق الأوسط. واليوم، وبصفته أحد منتجات WeJoy، يواصل Jackaroo King توسيع تأثيره عالميًا، معيدًا تعريف أسلوب الترفيه الاجتماعي لجيل الشباب.

للتواصل: m[email protected]

الموقع الإلكتروني: https://www.jackarooapp.com/

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Axi Select Celebrates Two Years with $400M+ in Trader Funding and Breakthrough Success Stories

SYDNEY, Sept. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Axi Select, the pioneering trader development and funding program from global online trading broker Axi, is celebrating its second anniversary with a major milestone — surpassing $400 million in allocated trader funding and cementing its position as the industry’s most innovative prop–style broker–backed program.

Since launching in 2023, Axi Select has expanded to support thousands of traders worldwide across multiple regions. Its unique performance–based model has already seen more than five traders reach the ProM stage, each managing $1 million in funding, while its community of over 40,000 traders continue to progress through the program’s milestones.

Milestones at Two Years

  • $400M+ in funding allocated to traders worldwide
  • Over $10M+ profit payouts
  • Five traders reaching the ProM $1M funding stage
  • A growing community of over 40,000 traders
  • Edge score performance analytics introduced, giving traders objective feedback on risk, consistency, and discipline
  • MT5 integration, expanding market access and trading tools

A New Standard for Trader Development

Axi Select has distinguished itself by removing the barriers and costs associated with traditional proprietary trading firms. There are no entry fees, rigid elimination challenges, or artificial timelines. Instead, traders grow through the program by demonstrating consistency, discipline, and skill in live markets.

“Over the past two years, we’ve built something truly different with Axi Select,” said Greg Rubin, Head of Axi Select. “Our focus is on giving traders a fair and transparent path to scale their careers. Seeing five traders already reach $1 million in funding is proof that with the right tools and support, incredible things are possible.”

Looking Ahead

In its third year, Axi Select plans to expand its trader support ecosystem through:

  • Advanced performance analytics tools, building on the success of Edge score
  • Enhanced education and mentorship, helping traders build sustainable long–term careers
  • Ongoing platform innovation, delivering seamless integration across MT5 and Axi’s global infrastructure

“At Axi Select, we’re not just funding trades — we’re helping traders grow into professionals,” Rubin added. “The last two years have laid a strong foundation, and we’re excited to see how far our traders can go in year three and beyond.”

About Axi

Axi is a global online FX and CFD trading company, trusted by thousands of customers in over 100 countries. Axi offers trading across multiple asset classes including Forex, Shares, Gold, Oil, and Commodities.

For more information about Axi Select, visit: https://www.axi.com/int/funded–trader–program
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WePlay’s Special Event for Saudi National Day Secures Feature on Middle Eastern App Store

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Sept. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WePlay, a globally leading social gaming platform and a product of WeJoy, announced today that its special event celebrating Saudi National Day has been featured on the App Store across the Middle East. This milestone not only highlights WePlay’s profound understanding of the cultural heritage of the Middle Eastern market but also showcases its innovative interactive gameplay and user co–creation model, building a digital bridge that connects tradition and modernity for players worldwide.

Event Highlights: Immersive Voice Room Experience and Diverse Interactive Design

To celebrate Saudi National Day, WePlay will host an exclusive “Saudi National Day” voice room party on September 23, delivering an immersive journey through history, culture, and interactive engagement:

Historical Retrospective, Cultural Experience, Interactive Sessions and Open Discussions.

A Moment of Honor: Official Recognition and Editorial Feature by Apple

The App Store’s featured section is renowned for its stringent standards and wide–reaching influence. Being selected is a testament to an app’s quality, innovation, and cultural value. Apple’s editorial team praised WePlay for “skillfully translating the spirit of the festival into an interactive experience, achieving an exceptional balance between technological innovation and cultural tradition.” This ability to blend tradition with digital innovation aligns perfectly with Apple’s vision.

Foundation of Success: Commitment to Quality Innovation and Localization Strategy

WePlay's market achievement stems from its strong commitment to product quality, innovative experiences, and deep localization. As an all–in–one platform blending games and social features, it provides low–barrier, high–immersion, and highly engaging environments where users effortlessly connect through play—fulfilling both gaming and social interaction needs. With over 10 million downloads, WePlay has consistently ranked among the top free apps in key markets such as the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Taiwan region.

The app excels in cultural integration, incorporating local elements, partnering with major IPs like Bugcat Capoo, and launching region–specific events like Thailand’s Songkran Festival. These initiatives have repeatedly earned it featured placements on app stores.

Future Vision: Building a New Global Social Entertainment Ecosystem

Securing featuring on the Middle Eastern App Store is a key milestone that will boost WePlay's global growth, especially across the Middle East. Going forward, WePlay will develop region–specific collaborations, diversify social offerings, and redefine interactive entertainment—co–creating a new era of dynamic social gaming with its community.

Contact：[email protected]
Website：https://weplayapp.com/

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