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Coventry Expands LILY Life Insurance-Backed Funding Program with $750 Million in New Asset-Backed Notes

FORT WASHINGTON, Pa., Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Coventry, the leader and creator of the secondary market for life insurance and a pioneer of the life insurance–backed asset class, today announced the successful completion of its third asset–backed securitization since April 2025 under its LILY program. Collectively, these transactions total $750 million in life insurance–backed financing and further establish Coventry as the leading platform for institutional investors seeking differentiated exposure to longevity–linked assets.

The LILY program structures longevity–linked assets into investment–grade asset–backed securities that emphasize durable collateral, predictable cash flows, and characteristics that are largely uncorrelated with traditional markets. By combining disciplined underwriting, actuarial analytics, and robust structural protections, LILY provides investors with access to a specialized asset class through a familiar ABS format.

“What’s most important about the success of the LILY program is not any single transaction, but the establishment of a repeatable, institutional–quality issuance platform for life insurance–linked assets,” said Reid Buerger, CEO of Coventry. “That evolution reflects years of building the origination scale, analytics, servicing capabilities, and structural rigor required to support sustained securitization activity.”

The continued growth of the LILY program underscores Coventry’s position at the intersection of life insurance, asset–backed finance, and private credit, and highlights the firm’s role in shaping the institutional market for longevity–linked investments. As demand for high–quality, uncorrelated assets continues to grow, Coventry expects LILY to play a central role in funding the responsible expansion of the life insurance–backed asset class.

About Coventry
Coventry is the leader and creator of the secondary market for life insurance and a pioneer of the life insurance–backed asset class, operating an integrated platform across four complementary verticals: the secondary market for life insurance, longevity lending, life insurance and annuity distribution, and insurance technology. Through these businesses, Coventry expands financial options for policyowners, provides capital solutions backed by life insurance policies and other longevity–linked assets, broadens access to protection and retirement products, and applies technology to enhance pricing, risk management, and operational efficiency across the life insurance ecosystem. Guided by a longstanding commitment to consumer rights and market integrity, Coventry leverages its leadership position to raise industry standards, expand consumer choice, and responsibly develop institutional–quality life insurance–backed investment solutions. Over its history, Coventry has acquired more than 21,000 life insurance policies, completed more than $50 billion in longevity–linked transactions, delivered more than $6 billion to policyowners, and originated more than $1 billion in life insurance–linked loans. To learn more about Coventry, visit Coventry.com.


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Gwyneth Paltrow to Keynote Meltwater Summit 2026

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Meltwater, a global leader in media, social and consumer intelligence, is pleased to announce Gwyneth Paltrow – Oscar–winning actress, author and the founder and CEO of goop, a global lifestyle brand – as the headlining keynote speaker at Meltwater Summit 2026, which will be held May 5–6 in New York City.

A defining voice in modern culture and brand–building, Paltrow brings a unique perspective shaped by her ability to spot emerging cultural trends, deeply understand audiences, and create products, content and experiences that shape public conversation. Through this approach, she built goop into a globally–recognized brand rooted in community, authenticity, and relevance.

At Meltwater Summit 2026, Paltrow will take the main stage to explore how curiosity and intentional strategy can fuel meaningful brand evolution. Her keynote will cover how leaders can build communities that feel personal and connected, create content that drives loyalty, identify and act on cultural moments, and scale with purpose – topics that align with this year’s Summit theme, Where Insights Inspire.

Following the success of past events featuring speakers such as Reese Witherspoon, Ryan Reynolds, Trevor Noah, and Bethenny Frankel, Meltwater Summit 2026 enters its fourth year of bringing together the most influential voices in marketing, PR and communications. The event offers attendees an opportunity to learn from industry leaders, exchange ideas, and future–proof their strategies in an increasingly complex media and communications landscape.

In addition to Paltrow, Meltwater Summit 2026 will feature industry–leading brands and influential leaders sharing strategies and tactics that drive measurable success. Sessions will explore the latest trends shaping marketing and communications – from AI agents to insight–driven storytelling – and examining how data can drive the ideas and innovation that move brands forward.

“Gwyneth has an incredible ability to turn creativity, intuition, and data into bold–storytelling that truly connects with her audiences on a deeper level,” said Jenny Force, VP Global Marketing at Meltwater. “As brand leaders navigate constant change, her perspective on culture, community and reinvention is sure to inspire Summit attendees with fresh ideas that spark creative thinking, innovation and lasting impact.”

To learn more about Meltwater Summit 2026 and how to register, visit Meltwater Summit 2026.

For more information, please contact:
Stacy Slayden
Communications Manager
[email protected] 

About Meltwater
Meltwater empowers companies with a suite of solutions that spans media, social and consumer intelligence. By analyzing ~1 billion pieces of content each day and transforming them into vital insights, Meltwater unlocks the competitive edge needed to drive results. With 27,000 global customers, 50 offices across six continents, and 2,200 employees, Meltwater is the industry partner of choice for global brands making an impact. Learn more at meltwater.com.


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Axi Select Expands Pro M Ranks to 10 as Global Trader Community Surpasses 49,000 

SYDNEY, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Leading online FX and CFD broker Axi has shared that 10 traders worldwide have now reached the $1M Pro M level in Axi Select – the broker's flagship capital allocation program – marking a major milestone as the program’s global trading community surpasses 49,000 participants.

The growth reflects the continued momentum of Axi Select, a performance–based capital allocation program designed to support traders with a clear, structured pathway toward managing meaningful levels of capital. Pro M represents the program’s top tier, providing qualified traders with the opportunity to manage up to USD $1,000,000 in allocated capital.

Unlike traditional funded trading models, progression within Axi Select is based on consistency, disciplined risk management, and adherence to professional trading standards in live market conditions. Traders advance through a structured framework supported by Axi Select’s proprietary performance metric, Edge Score, allowing them to scale their trading activity in a fair and sustainable way.

“This milestone reflects what’s possible when traders are given the right platform, structure, and support to grow,” said Greg Rubin, Head of Axi Select. “Axi Select is designed to open doors for talented traders around the world by providing an environment in which they can reach their full potential and maximise their advantage. Seeing 10 traders reach Pro M in just two years highlights the depth of talent within our community and the strength of the program we’ve built.”

Welcoming the New Pro M Traders

The newest Pro M traders bring a variety of professional backgrounds and trading styles, reflecting the breadth and diversity of the Axi Select community:

Zhu brings decades of market experience, blending technical, fundamental, and algorithmic approaches. His progression reflects a strong focus on disciplined execution, risk control, and long–term growth.

Ramon is recognised for his methodical, data–driven trading style, maintaining consistency and controlled exposure across varying market conditions.

Sergio exemplifies adaptability and mental discipline, refining his approach through multiple stages of the program to ultimately reach its highest tier.

Building Sustainable Trading Careers

As traders look ahead to the year ahead, increased engagement and progression within Axi Select highlights a growing demand for professional trading pathways that prioritise longevity, accountability, and performance over time.

The milestone underscores the value of platforms that support traders at every stage of their development, providing not only access to capital, but also the structure and environment needed to grow, progress, and build sustainable trading careers.

About Axi 

Axi is a global online FX and CFD trading brand, with thousands of customers in 100+ countries worldwide. Axi offers CFDs for several asset classes including Forex, Shares, Gold, Oil, Coffee, and more. 

For more information or additional comments from Axi, please contact: [email protected]

The Axi Select program is only available to clients of AxiTrader LLC. CFDs carry a high risk of investment loss. This content may not be available in your region. Not intended as investment advice. For more information, refer to our Terms of Service. 


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As Korea Ages, Fiscal Reforms Can Help Safeguard Government Finances

As Korea Ages, Fiscal Reforms Can Help Safeguard Government Finances

Thoughtful policy changes can help ensure spending pressures remain contained, while creating space to care for elderly people and respond to economic shocks.

By Rahul Anand and Hoda Selim
WASHINGTON DC, Jan 27 2026 – Korea’s population is aging faster than almost any other country. That’s because people live longer than in most other countries, while the birth rate is one of the lowest in the world.

About one-fifth of the population is 65 and older, more than triple the share in the 1990s. This matters because older people tend to consume less, which can have wide-ranging economic effects, especially as the pace of population aging accelerates and birth rates do not improve, eventually leading to population decline.

We estimate that every 1 percent decline in Korea’s population will reduce real consumption by 1.6 percent.

Korea has ample room to meet its current spending needs and respond to unforeseen shocks, with central government debt below 50 percent of gross domestic product. However, age-related government spending pressures are likely to rise significantly in coming years. That would substantially reduce fiscal space unless policymakers implement reforms.

We estimate spending on pensions, health care, and long-term care will rise by 30 to 35 percent of GDP by 2050 depending on alternative estimates for long-term spending by different institutions. However, under our baseline scenario—which includes lower potential economic growth due to aging and no measures to offset this, the debt ratio could reach 90 to 130 percent by 2050 depending on the spending estimate used, increasing risks to long-term debt sustainability.

Structural reforms that maintain potential growth—such as those from AI adoption, greater labor force participation and more efficient resource allocation—would create more fiscal room for Korea to support elderly individuals.

However, given high risks and uncertainty around the growth impact of reforms, even with these reforms, debt could still exceed 100 percent of GDP.

In addition to structural reforms, we also recommend fiscal reforms to help create more room in the budget to meet higher spending without putting pressure on public finances.

Greater efficiency

Raising additional revenue will be particularly helpful. In addition to recent changes, such as reversing some corporate tax cuts, policymakers could reconsider existing personal and corporate tax exemptions and simplify them where appropriate.

Reviewing and adjusting certain exemptions for value-added taxes, which have increased, could also help. Similarly, reducing inefficient spending, including streamlining of support for local governments and small- and medium-sized enterprises, could help create space.

Over the long term, making government spending more efficient will help boost the economy’s productive capacity.

To reduce the long-term spending pressures, furthering pension reform remains important. Parliament recently strengthened the finances of the National Pension Service, raising contribution rates to delay future losses. Additional reforms should aim to keep the system sustainable while ensuring fair and adequate benefits.

Finally, adopting a clear and credible quantitative fiscal limit to guide policies to reach fiscal objectives, supported by a stronger medium-term fiscal framework, would help keep government finances stable over the long term while still allowing fiscal policy to respond to shocks when needed.

Moreover, the medium-term framework could forecast and incorporate expected spending on aging, making fiscal policy more predictable and transparent. This could be reinforced by even longer-term strategies that account for future spending pressures and propose options to finance them.

Rahul Anand is an assistant director in the Asia-Pacific Department, where Hoda Selim is a senior economist.

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Le volume quotidien de Bitget TradFi double pour atteindre 4 milliards de dollars, signe de l’engouement des traders crypto pour les marchés mondiaux

VICTORIA, Seychelles, 27 janv. 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, la plus grande bourse universelle (UEX) au monde, a annoncé que Bitget TradFi a atteint un nouveau record historique de 4 milliards de dollars en volume de trading quotidien le 21 janvier. Cette accélération rapide met en évidence un changement clair de comportement des traders : les utilisateurs natifs de l’univers crypto se tournent de plus en plus vers les actifs traditionnels pour faire face à la volatilité des marchés mondiaux, dans un environnement qui leur est familier.

Le rythme de croissance est remarquable. Après avoir franchi pour la première fois le seuil des 2 milliards de dollars de volume quotidien le 8 janvier, Bitget TradFi a vu son activité doubler en l’espace de deux semaines, ce qui témoigne d’une demande forte et durable pour l’accès, depuis la plateforme, aux métaux, matières premières, indices et devises. Loin de considérer TradFi comme une simple fonctionnalité secondaire, les utilisateurs l’intègrent directement à leurs stratégies de trading, passant de manière fluide des marchés cryptographiques aux marchés mondiaux en fonction des événements en temps réel.

Le CFD sur l’or (XAUUSD) continue de dominer l’activité pour devenir le produit le plus activement négocié sur Bitget TradFi. Les données suggèrent que les traders utilisent l’or comme un instrument dynamique en fonction des événements plutôt que comme une réserve de valeur passive. Les pics de volume coïncident étroitement avec les grandes annonces macroéconomiques, renforçant ainsi le rôle de l’or comme outil tactique pour des positions à court terme en période d’incertitude.

Bitget TradFi a été conçu pour cet environnement : en permettant aux utilisateurs de négocier des actifs mondiaux avec la rapidité et la flexibilité propres à la crypto, il transforme les événements macroéconomiques en opportunités immédiates. Au sein d’un compte unique, les traders peuvent passer du Bitcoin à l’or, des altcoins aux indices, sans changer de plateforme ni de processus. Il en résulte une expérience de trading unifiée, pensée pour des marchés pilotés par l’actualité.

Ce jalon reflète la vision plus large de Bitget en matière d’UEX, où les actifs numériques et les marchés traditionnels convergent au sein d’un même écosystème. Alors que les traders crypto regardent de plus en plus au–delà de la volatilité on–chain pour intégrer les signaux macroéconomiques mondiaux, Bitget TradFi s’impose comme la passerelle qui rend ces évolutions exploitables en temps réel. La forte hausse du volume quotidien des échanges illustre ce changement, tout en montrant comment la demande de trading multi–actifs transforme la manière dont les utilisateurs natifs de l’univers crypto interagissent avec les marchés mondiaux.

À propos de Bitget

Bitget est la plus grande bourse universelle (UEX) au monde. Desservant plus de 125 millions d’utilisateurs, elle donne accès à plus de 2 millions de jetons crypto ainsi qu’à plus de 100 actions tokenisées, ETF, matières premières, devises, et métaux précieux comme l’or. L’écosystème vise à aider les utilisateurs à trader plus intelligemment grâce à son agent IA qui agit en tant que copilote pour l’exécution des ordres. Bitget entend promouvoir l’adoption des cryptomonnaies grâce à des partenariats stratégiques avec LALIGA et MotoGP™. Conformément à sa stratégie d’impact mondial, Bitget s’est associée à l’UNICEF afin de soutenir l’éducation à la blockchain de 1,1 million de personnes à l’horizon 2027. Actuellement leader sur le marché de la finance traditionnelle tokenisée, Bitget offre les frais les plus bas du secteur et la liquidité la plus élevée dans plus de 150 régions à travers le monde.

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Mise en garde sur les risques : les cours des actifs numériques peuvent fluctuer et connaître une forte volatilité. Il est conseillé aux investisseurs de n’engager que les fonds qu’ils peuvent se permettre de perdre. La valeur de votre investissement peut être affectée et il est possible que vous n’atteigniez pas vos objectifs financiers ou que vous ne parveniez pas à récupérer votre investissement principal. Nous vous encourageons à toujours solliciter les conseils d’un spécialiste financier indépendant et à tenir compte de votre expérience et de votre situation financière personnelles. Les performances passées ne constituent pas un indicateur fiable des résultats futurs. Bitget décline toute responsabilité en cas de pertes potentielles encourues. Nulle disposition des présentes ne saurait être interprétée comme un conseil d’ordre financier. Pour tout complément d’information, veuillez consulter nos Conditions d’utilisation.

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Bitget TradFi Atinge Volume Diário Duplicado de US $4 bilhões, Indicando Corrida dos Traders de Criptomoedas Para os Mercados Globais

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, a maior Universal Exchange (UEX) do mundo, anunciou que a Bitget TradFi atingiu uma nova alta histórica de US $4 bilhões em volume diário de negociações em 21 de janeiro. A rápida aceleração indica uma clara mudança no comportamento dos traders, com os usuários nativos de criptomoedas cada vez mais interessados nos ativos tradicionais para navegar pela volatilidade do mercado global dentro de um ambiente familiar.

O ritmo do crescimento é notável. Depois que o Bitget TradFi ultrapassou pela primeira vez US $2 bilhões em volume diário em 8 de janeiro, a atividade dobrou em duas semanas, indicando uma demanda forte e sustentada pelo acesso na plataforma a metais, commodities, índices e FX. Em vez de tratar o TradFi como um recurso paralelo, os usuários estão integrando–o diretamente nas suas estratégias de negociação, movendo com fluidez entre as criptomoedas e os mercados globais, em resposta a eventos em tempo real.

O Gold CFD (XAUUSD) continua a dominar a atividade, sendo classificado como o produto mais negociado no Bitget TradFi. Os dados sugerem que os traders estão usando o ouro como um instrumento rápido e orientado a eventos, em vez de uma reserva passiva de valor. Os picos de volume se alinham estreitamente com as manchetes macro, reforçando o papel do ouro como um veículo tático para o posicionamento de curto prazo durante períodos de incerteza.

O Bitget TradFi foi criado para esse ambiente, viabilizando que os usuários negociem ativos globais com velocidade e flexibilidade em criptomoeda, transformando eventos macro em oportunidades imediatas. Em uma única conta, os traders podem passar do Bitcoin para o ouro, das altcoins para os índices, sem alterar as plataformas ou os fluxos de trabalho. O resultado é uma experiência de negociação unificada, projetada para mercados orientados a eventos.

O marco reflete a visão UEX mais ampla da Bitget, onde ativos digitais e mercados tradicionais convergem sob o mesmo teto. Com os traders de criptomoedas cada vez mais voltados para os sinais macro globais ao invés da volatilidade na cadeia, o Bitget TradFi está emergindo como a ponte que torna essas mudanças acionáveis em tempo real. O aumento no volume diário de negociações exemplifica essa mudança, demonstrando como a demanda por negociações com vários ativos está transformando a maneira como os usuários nativos de criptomoedas se envolvem com os mercados mundiais.

Sobre a Bitget

A Bitget é a maior Universal Exchange (UEX) do mundo, atendendo a mais de 125 milhões de usuários com acesso a mais de 2 milhões de tokens de criptomoedas, mais de 100 ações tokenizadas, ETFs, commodities, FX e metais preciosos como ouro. O ecossistema está comprometido em ajudar os usuários a negociar de forma mais inteligente com seu agente de IA sendo o copiloto para executar ordens de trade. A Bitget está impulsionando a adoção de criptomoedas por meio de parcerias estratégicas com a LALIGA e a MotoGP™. Alinhada com sua estratégia de impacto global, a Bitget se uniu à UNICEF em apoio ao ensino de blockchain para 1,1 milhão de pessoas até 2027. A Bitget atualmente lidera o mercado de TradFi tokenizado, fornecendo as taxas mais baixas do setor e a maior liquidez em 150 regiões em todo o mundo.

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Aviso de Risco: Os preços dos ativos digitais estão sujeitos a flutuações e podem ser significantemente voláteis. Os investidores são aconselhados a alocar apenas os fundos que podem perder. O valor de qualquer investimento pode ser afetado, e existe a possibilidade de que os objetivos financeiros não sejam atingidos, nem que o investimento principal recuperado. Aconselhamento financeiro independente deve sempre ser obtido, e a experiência financeira pessoal e a posição devem ser cuidadosamente consideradas. O desempenho passado não é um indicador confiável de resultados futuros. A Bitget não se responsabiliza por quaisquer perdas potenciais incorridas. Nada contido neste documento deve ser interpretado como aconselhamento financeiro. Para mais informações, consulte nossos Termos de Uso.

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