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Zehn Trader erreichen Pro M-Stufe in Axi Select, während globale Trader-Community 49.000 Mitglieder überschreitet 

SYDNEY, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Der führende Online–FX– und CFD–Broker Axi hat bekannt gegeben, dass weltweit nun zehn Trader die Pro M–Stufe in Höhe von 1 Million US–Dollar im Rahmen von Axi Select, dem Flaggschiff–Kapitalallokationsprogramm des Brokers, erreicht haben. Dies stellt einen bedeutenden Meilenstein dar, da die globale Trader–Community des Programms nun mehr als 49.000 Mitglieder zählt.

Dieses Wachstum spiegelt die anhaltende Dynamik von Axi Select wider – einem leistungsbasierten Kapitalallokationsprogramm, das Trader mit einem klaren, strukturierten Pfad zur Verwaltung substanzieller Kapitalbeträge unterstützt. Pro M stellt die höchste Stufe des Programms dar und ermöglicht es qualifizierten Tradern, bis zu 1.000.000 USD an zugewiesenem Kapital zu verwalten.

Im Gegensatz zu traditionellen Trading–Modellen mit externer Kapitalbereitstellung basiert der Fortschritt innerhalb von Axi Select auf Beständigkeit, diszipliniertem Risikomanagement und der Einhaltung professioneller Trading–Standards unter realen Marktbedingungen. Trader entwickeln sich innerhalb eines strukturierten Rahmens weiter, der durch die proprietäre Leistungskennzahl von Axi Select, den sogenannten Edge Score, gestützt wird und es ihnen ermöglicht, ihre Handelsaktivitäten auf faire und nachhaltige Weise auszubauen.

„Dieser Meilenstein zeigt, was möglich ist, wenn Trader die richtige Plattform, Struktur und Unterstützung für ihr Wachstum erhalten“, so Greg Rubin, Leiter von Axi Select. „Axi Select wurde entwickelt, um talentierten Tradern auf der ganzen Welt Türen zu öffnen, indem ihnen ein Umfeld geboten wird, in dem sie ihr volles Potenzial entfalten und ihre Stärken bestmöglich nutzen können. Dass innerhalb von nur zwei Jahren zehn Trader die Pro M–Stufe erreicht haben, unterstreicht die Qualität unseres Trader–Pools und die Stärke des Programms, das wir aufgebaut haben.“

Die neuen Pro M–Trader

Die neuen Pro M–Trader verfügen über vielfältige berufliche Hintergründe und Trading–Stile, die die Bandbreite und Diversität der Axi Select–Community widerspiegeln:

Zhu verfügt über jahrzehntelange Markterfahrung und kombiniert technische, fundamentale sowie algorithmische Ansätze. Seine Entwicklung zeigt einen klaren Fokus auf disziplinierte Ausführung, stringente Risikokontrolle und nachhaltiges Wachstum.

Ramon ist bekannt für seinen methodischen, datengestützten Trading–Stil, mit dem er unter unterschiedlichen Marktbedingungen für Beständigkeit und kontrolliertes Risiko sorgt.

Sergio steht für ausgeprägte Anpassungsfähigkeit und mentale Disziplin. Er hat seinen Ansatz in mehreren Phasen des Programms kontinuierlich weiterentwickelt und so schließlich die höchste Stufe erreicht.

Nachhaltige Karrieren im Trading

Mit Blick auf das kommende Jahr unterstreichen das gestiegene Engagement und die Fortschritte innerhalb von Axi Select die wachsende Nachfrage nach professionellen Trading–Karrieren, bei denen langfristige Perspektiven, Verantwortungsbewusstsein und nachhaltige Performance im Mittelpunkt stehen.

Dieser Meilenstein unterstreicht den Wert von Plattformen, die Trader in jeder Phase ihrer Entwicklung begleiten und ihnen nicht nur Zugang zu Kapital ermöglichen, sondern auch die notwendige Struktur und das passende Umfeld bieten, um sich weiterzuentwickeln, voranzukommen und eine nachhaltige Karriere im Trading aufzubauen.

Über Axi 

Axi ist ein globales Online–Devisen– und CFD–Handelsunternehmen mit Tausenden von Kundinnen und Kunden in über 100 Ländern der Welt. Axi bietet CFDs für verschiedene Anlageklassen an, darunter Devisen, Aktien, Gold, Öl, Kaffee und mehr. 

Für weitere Informationen oder zusätzliche Anmerkungen von Axi wenden Sie sich bitte an: [email protected]

Das Axi Select–Programm ist ausschließlich Kundinnen und Kunden von AxiTrader LLC vorbehalten. CFDs bergen ein hohes Verlustrisiko für die Anlegerinnen und Anleger. Dieser Inhalt ist in Ihrer Region möglicherweise nicht verfügbar. Er dient nicht als Anlageberatung. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unseren allgemeinen Geschäftsbedingungen. 


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Axi Select porte à 10 le nombre de traders ayant atteint le niveau Pro M, tandis que la communauté mondiale du programme dépasse les 49 000 membres 

SYDNEY, 28 janv. 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Axi, courtier en ligne de premier plan spécialisé dans le trading de devises et de CFD, a annoncé que 10 traders dans le monde ont désormais atteint le niveau Pro M à un million de dollars dans le cadre d’Axi Select, le programme phare d’allocation de capitaux du courtier. Cet événement marque une étape majeure alors que la communauté mondiale de trading du programme dépasse les 49 000 participants.

Cette croissance reflète la dynamique continue d’Axi Select, un programme d’allocation de capitaux fondé sur la performance et conçu pour accompagner les traders grâce à un parcours clair et structuré vers la gestion de volumes significatifs de capitaux. Le niveau Pro M représente le niveau le plus élevé du programme et offre aux traders qualifiés la possibilité de gérer jusqu’à un million de dollars de capitaux alloués.

Contrairement aux modèles traditionnels de trading financé, la progression au sein d’Axi Select repose sur la régularité, une gestion rigoureuse du risque et le respect des normes professionnelles de trading en conditions de marché réelles. Les traders progressent selon un cadre structuré soutenu par l’Edge Score, l’indicateur de performance propriétaire d’Axi Select, qui leur permet de développer leur activité de trading de manière équitable et durable.

« Cette étape importante illustre ce qu’il est possible d’accomplir lorsque les traders disposent de la bonne plateforme, de la structure adéquate et du soutien nécessaire pour se développer », a déclaré Greg Rubin, responsable d’Axi Select. « Axi Select est conçu pour ouvrir des portes aux traders talentueux du monde entier en leur offrant un environnement dans lequel ils peuvent atteindre leur plein potentiel et maximiser leur avantage. Voir 10 traders atteindre le niveau Pro M en seulement deux ans met en lumière la richesse des talents au sein de notre communauté et la solidité du programme que nous avons mis en place. »

Accueil des nouveaux traders Pro M

Les nouveaux traders Pro M présentent des parcours professionnels et des styles de trading variés, reflétant l’étendue et la diversité de la communauté Axi Select :

Zhu apporte des décennies d’expérience des marchés et combine des approches techniques, fondamentales et algorithmiques. Sa progression traduit une forte focalisation sur l’exécution rigoureuse, la maîtrise du risque et la croissance à long terme.

Ramon est reconnu pour son style de trading méthodique et fondé sur les données, qui lui permet de maintenir une régularité et une exposition maîtrisée dans des conditions de marché variables.

Sergio illustre l’adaptabilité et la discipline mentale, après avoir affiné son approche à travers plusieurs étapes du programme jusqu’à atteindre son niveau le plus élevé.

Construire des carrières durables dans le trading

Alors que les traders se tournent vers l’année à venir, l’engagement et la progression accrus au sein d’Axi Select mettent en évidence une demande croissante pour des parcours de trading professionnels qui privilégient pérennité, responsabilité et performance sur le long terme.

Cette étape significative souligne la valeur des plateformes qui accompagnent les traders à chaque étape de leur développement, en offrant non seulement un accès au capital, mais aussi la structure et l’environnement nécessaires pour se développer, progresser et bâtir des carrières durables dans le trading.

À propos d’Axi  

Axi est une société internationale de trading de devises et de CFD en ligne et compte des milliers de clients dans plus de 100 pays à travers le monde. Axi propose des CFD sur plusieurs catégories d’actifs, notamment les devises, les actions, l’or, le pétrole, le café et bien d’autres encore.  

Pour tout complément d’information ou pour obtenir des commentaires supplémentaires de la part d’Axi, veuillez nous contacter à l’adresse suivante : [email protected]

Le programme Axi Select est exclusivement réservé aux clients d’AxiTrader LLC. Les CFD comportent un risque élevé de perte en capital. Ce contenu peut ne pas être disponible dans votre région. Il ne constitue pas un conseil en investissement. Pour obtenir de plus amples informations, veuillez consulter nos Conditions générales d’utilisation.  


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Axi Select Expande Pro M Ranks para 10 com a Comunidade Global de Traders Ultrapassando 49.000 Participantes 

SYDNEY, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Axi, principal corretora online de FX e CFD, divulgou que 10 traders em todo o mundo já atingiram o nível Pro M de US $ 1.000.000 na Axi Select – o principal programa de alocação de capital da corretora – atingindo um marco importante, com a comunidade global de negociação do programa ultrapassando 49.000 participantes.

Esse aumento indica o impulso contínuo da Axi Select, um programa de alocação de capital baseado em desempenho projetado para apoiar os traders com um caminho claro e estruturado para o gerenciamento de níveis significativos de capital. O Pro M representa o nível superior do programa, oferecendo aos traders qualificados a oportunidade de gerenciar até US $ 1.000.000 em capital alocado.

Ao contrário dos modelos tradicionais de negociação financiados, a progressão no Axi Select é baseada na consistência, no gerenciamento disciplinado de riscos e na adesão aos padrões de negociação profissionais em condições reais de mercado. Os traders avançam em uma estrutura apoiada pela métrica de desempenho proprietária da Axi Select, a Edge Score, que viabiliza o dimensionamento das atividades de negociações de maneira justa e sustentável.

“Esse marco reflete o que é possível quando os traders têm acesso a uma plataforma, estrutura e suporte certos para crescer”, disse Greg Rubin, diretor da Axi Select. “A Axi Select foi projetada para abrir portas para os traders de talento em todo o mundo, fornecendo um ambiente para que possam atingir todo o seu potencial e maximizar suas vantagens. O marco de 10 traders alcançando o Pro M em apenas dois anos é um exemplo da dimensão do talento da nossa comunidade e da força do programa que criamos.”

Boas–vindas aos Novos Pro M Traders

Os mais novos traders Pro M trazem uma variedade de experiências profissionais e estilos de negociação, refletindo a amplitude e a diversidade da comunidade Axi Select:

Zhu tem décadas de experiência no mercado, em abordagens técnicas, fundamentais e algorítmicas. Sua progressão indica um forte foco na execução disciplinada, controle de risco e crescimento a longo prazo.

Ramon é conhecido pelo seu estilo de negociação metódico com base em dados e consistência, e exposição controlada em diferentes condições de mercado.

Sergio exemplifica adaptabilidade e disciplina mental ao ajustar sua abordagem durante vários estágios do programa para, finalmente, atingir seu nível mais alto.

Carreiras Sustentáveis em Negociação

Com os traders focados no ano, o aumento do engajamento e da progressão dentro da Axi Select destaca uma demanda crescente por caminhos de negociação profissionais que priorizem longevidade, responsabilidade e desempenho ao longo do tempo.

O marco ressalta o valor das plataformas que apoiam os traders em todas as etapas do seu desenvolvimento, fornecendo não apenas acesso ao capital, mas também a estrutura e o ambiente necessários para o crescimento, progresso e criação de carreiras sustentáveis em negociação.

Sobre a Axi 

A Axi é uma marca global de trading de FX e CFD online, com milhares de clientes em mais de 100 países em todo o mundo. A Axi oferece CFDs para vários tipos de ativos, incluindo Forex, Ações, Ouro, Petróleo, Café e muito mais. 

Para mais informações ou comentários adicionais da Axi, contate: [email protected]

O programa Axi Select está disponível somente para clientes da AxiTrader LLC. As negociações apresentam um alto risco de perda de investimento. Este conteúdo pode não estar disponível na sua região. Não se destina a um conselho de investimento. Para mais informações, consulte nossos Termos de Serviços. 


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Advantest Corporation Selects Anaqua to Advance its Global IP Management

TOKYO, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Anaqua, the leading provider of innovation and intellectual property (IP) management technology solutions and services, today announced that Advantest Corporation, a world–class provider of semiconductor test technology, has chosen Anaqua’s AI–powered AQX® IP management platform for global IP management and drive its robust innovation strategy.

In a semiconductor market that is evolving at an unprecedented pace, particularly with the rise of artificial intelligence, electrification and next–generation devices, Advantest faces an unavoidable need to advance innovation and strengthen its IP management. Advantest chose Anaqua’s AQX platform for its ability to respond to rapid market changes with both flexibility and boldness, helping the company maintain a competitive advantage in an increasingly dynamic environment. By leveraging AQX, Advantest aims to standardize business processes and reduce operational complexity, streamline IP workflows across its global offices, while enhancing its IP operations using data–driven insights.

Additionally, as Advantest seeks to strategically utilize its global IP portfolio to better support its overall business going forward, Anaqua’s AQX platform will enable them to collaborate with IP law firms globally as well as gain access to information from patent office databases worldwide, delivering greater efficiency, accuracy, and strategic insight.

Anaqua’s AQX platform offers:

  • Integrated IP data management with patent office connectivity for accuracy and compliance
  • AI–driven workflows to automate tasks and reduce dependency on individual expertise
  • Advanced dashboards and analytics for strategic decision–making
  • Scalable global implementation to support Advantest’s expanding operations

“We are honored that Advantest has selected Anaqua’s AQX IP management platform,” said Justin Crotty, CEO of Anaqua. “This milestone reflects Anaqua’s deepening partnerships with the world’s most innovative companies and underscores our unwavering commitment to deliver flexible, secure and AI–powered IP solutions that help innovators stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.”

“Advantest Corporation has a remarkable 70–year legacy of driving innovation and shaping the semiconductor testing industry,” said Kazuyasu Adachi, President and General Manager, Japan & APAC, Anaqua. “In this era of rapid technological advancement, demand for high–performance, AI–driven semiconductors accelerates. Advantest continues to lead with cutting–edge testing systems, and we are proud to partner with them, delivering AI–powered IP management solutions that protect their valuable intellectual property assets, while supporting their continuous innovation growth.”

Anaqua’s AQX platform is trusted by the world’s leading innovators and brands, as well as a growing number of law firms worldwide. Its end–to–end integration of data, analytics, and execution enables IP professionals to move seamlessly from insight to action, enhancing efficiency, reducing risk, and maximizing the strategic value of IP assets.

About Advantest Corporation
https://www.advantest.com/en/.

About Anaqua
Anaqua, Inc. is a premier provider of integrated intellectual property (IP) management technology solutions and services for corporations and law firms. Its IP management software platforms, AQX®, PATTSY WAVE®, and RightHub® offer best practice workflows with big data analytics and tech–enabled services to create an intelligent environment designed to inform IP strategy, enable IP decision–making, and streamline IP operations, tailored to each segment’s needs. Today, nearly half of the top 100 U.S. patent filers and global brands, as well as a growing number of law firms worldwide use Anaqua’s solutions. Over two million IP executives, attorneys, paralegals, administrators, and innovators use the platform for their IP management needs. The company’s global operations are headquartered in Boston, with offices across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Australia. For additional information, please visit anaqua.com, or on Anaqua's LinkedIn.

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HKTB “Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade” Kicks Off Year of the Horse Celebrations Inviting Visitors to Experience “Everywhere A Wish” Across a Citywide Festive Line-up

(HKTB provides satellite live feed of “Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade”.
Further information is available at the end of this article.)

HONG KONG, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chinese New Year is traditionally Hong Kong’s grand festival, featuring a series of vibrant and diverse activities, including Chinese New Year flower markets, prayers at Wong Tai Sin Temple and Che Kung Temple, the night parade, Victoria Harbour fireworks and the Year of the Horse Raceday. This year, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has adopted “Everywhere A Wish” as the theme, inviting visitors from around the world to come to the city to experience the joy and start a blessed new year.
        
Leading the series of highlight festive programmes is the “Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade”, organised by HKTB, which will kick off the Year of the Horse celebrations. This year’s parade is themed “Best Fortune. World Party”. On the evening of the first day of Chinese New Year (17 February), a total of 60 floats and performing groups will present a spectacular global party in Tsim Sha Tsui, interacting with large crowds of locals and visitors along the route to spread lively blessings.

HKTB holds the “2026 Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade” Press Conference on 27 January. Dr Peter Lam, HKTB Chairman (ninth from left, second row) and Ms Lavinia Lau, Chief Customer & Commercial Officer of Cathay (eighth from right, second row) attend with representatives of sponsors and supporting organisations.

Dr Peter Lam, Chairman of HKTB, said: “I am grateful for the support of various sponsors from different sectors, especially that of Cathay, our title–sponsor for 24 consecutive years. Their support has contributed to new, exciting elements in this year’s International Chinese New Year Night Parade, allowing the event to continue its legacy as a highlight of Hong Kong’s Chinese New Year experience. We will seize the opportunity of the Chinese New Year holidays to promote Hong Kong’s diverse and vibrant festive experiences all around the city under the theme ‘Everywhere a Wish’. We also will step up promotions in various visitor source markets with our trade partners to attract more visitors to enjoy the rich festivities in Hong Kong during this festive season.”

Ms Lavinia Lau, Cathay Chief Customer & Commercial Officer, said: “As Hong Kong’s home carrier for 80 years, Cathay has grown with the city through countless shared journeys, with a deep commitment to developing Hong Kong as an international aviation hub and promoting it as an East–meets–West Centre for International Cultural Exchange. We are proud to support a wide range of international mega events that bring vibrancy to the local economy, and we are especially delighted to be the title sponsor of the Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade for the 24th consecutive year. Through this world–renowned festive spectacle, we hope that people can gather with their loved ones in joy and good fortune as we welcome the Year of the Horse with blessings from Cathay.”

New Float Line–up with More Surprises



2025 Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade (Stock Photos)

This year’s parade features 12 floats from 11 participating units. These include long–term partners such as Cathay, the title–sponsor for the 24th consecutive year, which will celebrate its 80th anniversary by showcasing a classic aircraft soaring through a time tunnel; having participated in the parade for 27 consecutive years, The Hong Kong Jockey Club takes on an especially meaningful role in the Year of the Horse as the Exclusive Parade Route Sponsor. The float will feature three magnificent horses, symbolising the vitality, prosperity and forward looking spirit traditionally associated with the Year of the Horse; Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary with various Disney friends and dancers in a festive street party; and Ocean Park Hong Kong’s Panda Friends, which will don new festive attire to wish locals and visitors a Happy New Year alongside Whiskers & Friends.

Making their debut in the parade are McDonald’s Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Brand Toy Association and Lam Tsuen Wishing Square. To celebrate its 50th anniversary, McDonald’s Hong Kong will showcase a classic train float inspired by the brand’s iconic 1980s restaurant design installation. The Hong Kong Brand Toy Association float will bring together local trendy IPs, such as popular characters LABUBU and Molly, presenting Hong Kong’s creative culture; and the Lam Tsuen Wishing Square float will transform into a mobile “Glowing Wishing Tree”, recreating Hong Kong’s unique village praying culture and festive customs.

In addition, The Asia Tourism Exchange Center and the Macao Government Tourism Office will respectively present a “Lucky Horse” to extend sincere wishes for national prosperity and a themed float “Experience Macao” to showcase the fellow SAR’s charm. And the Quality Tourism Services Association will feature various Quality Tourism Services accredited merchants, demonstrating the vibrant growth of Hong Kong’s retail and catering industries.

To mark the Year of the Horse, the HKTB float is themed “World City．World Party” and will surprise the crowd with a pair of matching floats. The main float will feature various pony mascots dressed in different thematic mega events outfits, while the matching float will bring a replica of the Main Stadium of Kai Tak Sports Park to Tsim Sha Tsui, showcasing Hong Kong’s edge as the “Mega Events Capital”.

East–meets–West Cultural Extravaganza: Local and International Performing Teams Converge in Hong Kong
This year, 16 performing teams from various countries and regions will participate in the parade, including the Chinese Mainland, Italy, France, Spain, the US, Canada, Australia, Turkey, the Philippines, India and Egypt. Among the teams, 13 will perform in Hong Kong for the first time, forming a stellar line–up.

Performance highlights include the following: The Fumi Youth Yingge Dance Troupe of Puning City, which appeared at the CCTV Spring Festival Gala, performing together with 6–year–old Yingge girl prodigy Zhuang Enqi from the Chinese Mainland to showcase the national intangible cultural heritage “Chinese War Dance”; France’s FierS à Cheval, presenting a giant luminous horse performance in a crossover with the local Jean M. Wong School of Ballet; and Italy’s Cromosauro, featuring a giant dinosaur over 5 metres tall and 7 metres long, along with China’s luminous dragon in a collaboration with the local Hong Kong Chinese Martial Arts Dragon and Lion Dance Association of Hong Kong, China, to stage a “Double Dragon Dance”. The Bluecoats from the US will perform a jointly with local marching band The Pegasus Vanguard; the Egyptian Tannoura Dance Group will interpret traditional Sufi folk whirling skirts; and Canadian comedic acrobatic duo Les Vitaminés will bring surprises to the audience with humour and highly difficult skills.

The 15 local performing teams are equally exciting, featuring multiple champion–quality groups. These include dance group Rookids, featuring an 11–year–old member who won the U18 World Street Dance 2025 Championship with his superb dance skills; the GnB Dance Group, champions of World of Dance Hong Kong 2025; and the China Hong Kong Para Dance Sport Association, who won three gold and three silver medals at the National Games for Persons with Disabilities, bringing a performance fusing martial arts with wheelchair dance elements to demonstrate diversity and inclusion.

Pre–parade Performances at 6pm to Warm Up the 8pm Show
The parade procession will depart from the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza at 8pm, passing along Canton Road, Haiphong Road and Nathan Road, and finally arriving at the Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers. Before the parade, 15 local performing groups will take turns to perform from about 6pm, with lion and dragon dances, fancy rope skipping, street dance and magic, to warm up the crowd.

Spectator Stand Tickets open for Sale from 7 February
Seated spectator stands are available for the “Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade” at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. Tickets are priced at HK$600, $550 and $450 and will be available for purchase at the HKTB Kowloon Visitor Centre (Address: Star Ferry Pier, Tsim Sha Tsui) from 8am on 7 February 2026 (Saturday). All tickets are available on a first–come, first–served basis. Members of the public can also enjoy the parade for free along Canton Road, Haiphong Road and Nathan Road.

Extending the Parade Excitement: Floats on Display at Kai Tak for the First Time from the Second Day of CNY
From the second day of Chinese New Year (18 February) to the 15th day (3 March), the floats will appear at various locations across the city to continue the excitement of the parade. For the first time, eight distinctive floats will be displayed at Kai Tak Sports Park (until 26 February). On the second and third days of Chinese New Year (18 and 19 February), Chinese Mainland and international performing teams participating in the parade will perform live in the two time–limited stages at the venue, bringing the festive atmosphere to the audience. The remaining four floats will be displayed at Ocean Park, Lam Tsuen in Tai Po, Sha Tin Racecourse and Victoria Park in Causeway Bay. Performing teams will also visit shopping malls and attractions across the city.

Moreover, starting on 30 January, the “Kai Tak Sports Park Chinese New Year Celebration” will present a series of exciting activities, including shopping rewards, large–scale Chinese New Year Fairs and the Float Display. Shoppers can enjoy fabulous shopping rewards and exclusive red packet redemption at Kai Tak Mall. From 10 to 16 February, the Chinese New Year Fair will extend from Kai Tak Mall to outdoor venues, with Dining Cove hosting the first outdoor Chinese New Year Fair to celebrate the new year with everyone.

HKTB has now launched a one–stop Chinese New Year webpage on its official website, with a city–wide collection of Chinese New Year activities, including information on attractions and transportation, to help visitors plan their itinerary in advance and to experience Hong Kong’s festive culture.

HKTB Chinese New Year Webpage: https://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/what–s–new/events/chinese–new–year.html

  • Post–event highlight video footage and images of Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade will be available for download from 18 February 2026, 07:00 Hong Kong Time (17 February 2026, 23:00 GMT).

Download link: https://assetlibrary.hktb.com/assetbank–hktb/action/browseItems?categoryId=2316&categoryTypeId=2


Information of Satellite Live Feed of “Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade” (Full Programme)

Signal testing time 16 February 2026, 19:00–19:30 Hong Kong Time
(11:00–11:30 GMT)
Live feed time 17 February 2026, 20:00–21:45 Hong Kong Time
(12:00–13:45 GMT)
Technical support for satellite live feed Tel: (852) 2358 1092/ (852) 2358 1079


Asia Sat 5, 100.5 degrees East (covering Asia markets including Chinese Mainland, Taiwan, Hong Kong, South Asia & Southeast Asia, Middle East, Eastern Europe & CIS, New Zealand and Australia) 

  • Satellite path: Asia Sat 5, 100.5 degrees East 
  • Programme name: International Chinese New Year Parade 
  • On–air date & time: 17/2/2026 (1200–1345 GMT) 
  • Transponder: AS5 TXP C9V 9_4V, C Band 
  • Uplink Frequency: 6218.5 MHz (Horizontal) 
  • Downlink Frequency: 3993.5 MHz (Vertical) 
  • Symbol Rate: 7.2 MSps 
  • FEC: 3/4 
  • Video Format: HD 1080i 50,  
  • Aspect Radio: 16:9 
  • Audio Assignment: A1 : A2 Stereo 
  • Modulation: DVB–S2/8PSK 
  • Pilot: ON 
  • Roll Off: 0.2 
  • Encoding Bit Rate: 14.0 Mbps (MPEG4 H.264) 
  • Encryption: NIL – Free to Air 

Eutelsat E7B, 7 degrees East (covering Europe) 

  • Satellite path: Eutelsat E7B, 7 degrees East 
  • Programme name: International Chinese New Year Parade 
  • On–air date & time: 17/2/2026 (1200–1345 GMT) 
  • Transponder: E7B TXP F06 Tango, Ku Band 
  • Uplink Frequency : 14226.83 MHz (Horizontal) 
  • Downlink Frequency: 12726.83 MHz (Vertical) 
  • Symbol Rate: 7.2 MSps 
  • FEC: 3/4 
  • Video Format: HD 1080i 50 
  • Aspect Radio: 16:9 
  • Audio Assignment: A1 : A2 Stereo 
  • Modulation: DVB–S2/8PSK 
  • Pilot: ON 
  • Roll Off: 0.2 
  • Encoding Bit Rate: 14.0 Mbps (MPEG4 H.264) 
  • Encryption: NIL – Free to Air 

Intelsat IS–19, 166.0 degrees East (covering Asia region and the Western United States) 

  • Satellite path: IS19, 166.0 degrees East  
  • Programme name: International Chinese New Year Parade 
  • On–air date & time: 17/2/2026 (1200–1345 GMT) 
  • Transponder: IS–19 (12C Slot D), C Band 
  • Uplink Frequency: 6178.5 MHz (Vertical) 
  • Downlink Frequency: 3953.5 MHz (Horizontal) 
  • Symbol Rate: 7.2 MSps 
  • FEC: 3/4 
  • Video Format: HD 1080i 50  
  • Aspect Radio: 16:9 
  • Audio Assignment: A1 : A2 Stereo 
  • Modulation: DVB–S2/8PSK 
  • Pilot: ON 
  • Roll Off: 0.2 
  • Encoding Bit Rate: 14.0 Mbps (MPEG4 H.264) 
  • Encryption: NIL – Free to Air 

Intelsat IS–34, 55.5 degrees West (covering the Americas, North America & South America) 

  • Satellite path: IS34, 55.5 degrees West 
  • Programme name: International Chinese New Year Parade 
  • On–air date & time: 17/2/2026 (1200–1345 GMT) 
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Dubai Gold District Launches as the Global Epicentre for Gold and Jewellery Trade

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a landmark moment for the region’s gold and jewellery industry, Ithra Dubai has officially launched Dubai Gold District, a purpose–built destination designed to elevate Dubai’s position as the world’s leading destination for gold and jewellery trade. The launch of Dubai Gold District marks a new phase in Dubai’s development as a global centre for retail, commerce, and trade. Developed as a unified destination, the District brings together the full gold and jewellery value chain in one location, spanning retail, bullion, wholesale trade, and investment. By consolidating these activities, Dubai Gold District strengthens Dubai’s position as one of the world’s most trusted global destinations for gold.

The launch also reflects the UAE’s continued role as a leading global trading nation for gold and precious metals. In 2024–25, the country exported approximately USD 53.41 billion worth of gold, with major trading partners including Switzerland, the United Kingdom, India, Hong Kong and Turkiye, positioning the country as the world’s second–largest physical gold trading destination.

As Dubai’s new ‘Home of Gold’, the District unites the full spectrum of gold and jewellery activity under one destination. It is home to a wide range of established global and regional gold and jewellery brands, offering exceptional variety, quality and value for buyers, traders and investors.

What sets Dubai Gold District apart globally is the unmatched diversity of its audience, bringing together one of the world’s widest mixes of buyers, traders, and consumers within a single destination. In 2025 alone, the District welcomed shoppers from more than 147 nationalities, reflecting Dubai’s unique position as a truly global marketplace for gold and jewellery.

A landmark feature of Dubai Gold District will be the world’s first Gold Street, a street constructed using gold, created as a distinctive attraction for tourists and visitors to the District. Further details will be revealed in phases.

The District comprises more than 1,000 retailers across gold, jewellery, perfumery, cosmetics, and lifestyle categories. The retailer mix includes established jewellery flagships such as Jawhara Jewellery, Malabar Gold and Diamonds, Al Romaizan, and Tanishq Jewellery, with Joyalukkas announcing plans for a 24,000 square foot flagship, set to be its largest in the Middle East.

The District is also supported by six hotels, providing convenient access for international visitors, buyers and trade partners.

For more information, visit www.dubaigolddistrict.com

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QNA Marcom and Events Strengthens APAC Presence with Launch of Mumbai Office

QNA Marcom & Events Strengthens APAC Presence with Launch of Mumbai Office

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MUMBAI, India, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — QNA Marcom & Events, a global leader in strategic marketing, B2B conferences, and brand–building platforms, has announced the launch of its Asia–Pacific (APAC) headquarters in Mumbai, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion across the region. The launch coincides with QNA completing a decade of operations, celebrating ten years of building trusted platforms, shaping industry conversations, and enabling meaningful engagement across global markets.

The office was inaugurated by Mr. Bharat Mehra, a renowned businessman, philanthropist, and strategic advisor. He is the Chairman of Radha Meera Trust, Founder of Bharat Mehra Strategies, and a trusted advisor to leading corporates across India and the Middle East. Mr. Mehra also serves as Chief Advisor to Anant Ambani and Consultant to Mr. Ajay Piramal. Widely known for his humanitarian contributions and thought leadership, his presence as a chief guest at the inauguration underscores the strategic importance of QNA’s Indian expansion and reflects a shared commitment to innovation, purpose–driven leadership, and community impact.

With the launch of its APAC headquarters, QNA aims to scale its footprint across India and Asia–Pacific, curating high–impact platforms aligned with evolving market needs in various industry verticals. The Mumbai office will serve as a regional innovation hub, enabling QNA to explore new geographies, adopt emerging technologies, and deliver immersive, outcome–driven events for governments, enterprises, and industry ecosystems.

Over the past ten years, QNA has successfully delivered 150+ B2B conferences and summits, along with thousands of curated roadshows across 20+ countries, spanning India, APAC, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. The company has partnered closely with governments, regulators, global enterprises, and industry associations establishing itself as a trusted platform builder for national and regional initiatives.

Ankit Shukla, Managing Director, QNA, said:
“Mumbai has always been home for me, and establishing QNA’s APAC headquarters here is truly a dream come true. As we complete ten years of building QNA into a global platform, this launch represents both a professional and personal milestone. Over the last decade, we have grown across 20+ countries through strong partnerships and purpose–led initiatives. The Mumbai office is not just a geographic expansion; it reinforces our long–term commitment to India as a core growth market and innovation hub.” 

Known for its content–rich, insight–driven events, QNA brings together business leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and technology experts to foster collaboration, spark dialogue, and drive meaningful change. The company is driven by a clear mission: to ask the right questions, challenge the status quo, and share actionable insights that empower leaders to navigate and shape an ever–evolving global landscape.

The Mumbai office marks a new chapter in QNA’s journey—building on a decade of impact—and strengthens its role as a global knowledge partner, market enabler, and trusted catalyst for growth across APAC and beyond.

Contact:

Ankit Shukla, MD, QNA, info@qna–events.com, +971 552572807


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ميريت تستحوذ على شركة سينكرو لتعزيز ريادتها العالمية في برامج حوافز المبيعات لقطاعي السيارات والنفط والغاز

الرياض، المملكة العربية السعودية, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — في خطوة استراتيجية لتعزيز توسعها العالمي، أعلنت ميريت، الشركة العالمية المتخصصة في تقنيات التفاعل والحوافز ومقرها الرياض، عن استحواذها على شركة سينكرو للتسويق “Synchro Marketing“، الشركة الأسترالية الرائدة في برامج حوافز المبيعات لقطاعي السيارات والنفط والغاز.

ويعكس هذا الاستحواذ التزام ميريت ببناء منصة عالمية متكاملة للحوافز والتفاعل، وتعزيز قدراتها القطاعية من خلال دمج خبرات سينكرو وعلاقاتها طويلة الأمد في السوق الأسترالية، مع توسيع حضورها في منطقة آسيا والمحيط الهادئ ودعم طموحاتها في خدمة الأسواق العالمية الكبرى.

وأعربت الرئيس التنفيذي والمؤسس المشارك لمجموعة ميريت، جولي باربييه–لوبلان، عن أن هذا الاستحواذ يعزز قدرات الشركة ويسرّع مرحلة النمو القادمة، ويعكس التزام ميريت ببناء بنية تحتية متقدمة للتفاعل والانخراط انطلاقًا من المملكة العربية السعودية والتوسع بها عالميًا. وأضافت أن سينكرو تضيف خبرات استثنائية في أكثر بيئات المبيعات تطلبًا في العالم، بما يعزّز منصة ميريت العالمية المبنية على قابلية التوسع وذكاء البيانات والأثر القابل للقياس.

فيما أكد الرئيس التنفيذي لشركة سينكرو للتسويق، مارك مكوان، أن الانضمام إلى ميريت يعزز القيمة التي تقدمها الشركة للعملاء، من حيث الوصول العالمي والتقنيات الأقوى وبرامج الحوافز القابلة للتوسع، مع الحفاظ على نهج سينكرو القائم على الأداء. وأضاف أن طموح المملكة وسرعة التحول فيها يبعثان على الإعجاب.

ستواصل شركة سينكرو ماركتنغ العمل تحت قيادتها الحالية، بينما يتم دمج عملياتها ضمن المنصة العالمية لميريت. وتتمتع سينكرو بخبرة تمتد لأكثر من 30 عامًا في تصميم وإدارة برامج الحوافز عبر شبكات الوكلاء وشركاء القنوات في قطاعي السيارات والنفط والغاز، مع سجل متميز في خدمة علامات تجارية عالمية مثل تويوتا ولكزس وإكسون موبيل، ما يعزز قدرة ميريت على توسيع حلول ولاء الأعمال (B2B).

ومن خلال هذه الخطوة تعزز ميريت تطبيق نماذج التفاعل المدعومة بالبيانات والذكاء الاصطناعي، وتمكّن تشغيل برامج متعددة الدول والعملات عبر منصة موحدة، بما يضمن للعملاء العالميين تحقيق الاتساق والامتثال والأداء على نطاق واسع.

والجدير بالذكر أن هذا الإنجاز يعكس التزام ميريت طويل الأمد تجاه المملكة العربية السعودية ومواءمتها مع رؤية 2030. ومنذ تأسيس مقرها الرئيسي في الرياض عام 2023 ضمن البرنامج الوطني لتنمية تقنية المعلومات (NTDP)، اتخذت ميريت من المملكة مركزًا عالميًا لإدارة أعمالها وتوسعها الدولي. وفي عام 2025، أغلقت الشركة جولة تمويل من الفئة B بقيمة 40 مليون دولار أمريكي، بقيادة شركة كابيتال للاستثمار وبمشاركة Tech Invest Com.

نبذة عن ميريت
ميريت هي شركة عالمية متخصصة في تقنيات التفاعل والحوافز، تعمل في أكثر من 160 دولة، وتمكّن المؤسسات من تصميم وتشغيل وتوسيع برامج الحوافز، والولاء، والتفاعل عبر مختلف القطاعات.

ميريت
منصة عالمية واحدة لتفاعل محلي.
قطاعات متعددة.
أثر قابل للقياس.

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Merit Acquires Synchro Marketing to Strengthen Global Leadership in Sales Incentives for Automotive and Oil & Gas

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a strategic move to accelerate its global expansion, Merit, a global engagement and incentives technology company headquartered in Riyadh, announced the acquisition of Synchro Marketing, an Australian market leader in sales incentive programs for the automotive and oil & gas sectors.

This acquisition underscores Merit’s commitment to building a fully integrated global platform for incentives and engagement, enhancing its sector–specific capabilities by combining Synchro’s deep expertise and long–standing relationships in the Australian market, while expanding its presence across the APAC region and supporting its ambitions in serving major global markets.

“This acquisition strengthens our capabilities and accelerates our next phase of growth,” said: Julie Barbier–Leblan, Group CEO and Co–Founder at Merit. “It reflects our commitment to building advanced engagement infrastructure from Saudi Arabia and scaling it globally. Synchro brings exceptional expertise in some of the world’s most demanding sales environments, which complements Merit’s global platform built for scale, data intelligence and measurable impact.”

Mark McCowan, CEO of Synchro Marketing, added: “Joining Merit enhances what we can deliver to our clients including global reach, stronger technology, and scalable incentive programs, while staying true to Synchro’s performance–driven approach. The ambition and pace of transformation in Saudi Arabia is impressive.”

Synchro Marketing will continue to operate under its current leadership while integrating into Merit’s global platform. With over 30 years of experience designing and managing incentive programs across dealer networks and channel partners in the automotive and oil & gas sectors, and a proven track record serving global brands including Toyota, Lexus, and ExxonMobil, Synchro strengthens Merit’s ability to expand its B2B loyalty solutions.

Through this acquisition, Merit will enhance the deployment of data–driven and AI–enabled engagement models and enable multi–country, multi–currency programs through a unified platform, ensuring global clients achieve consistency, compliance, and scalable performance.

This milestone reflects Merit’s long–term commitment to Saudi Arabia and alignment with Vision 2030. Since establishing its Riyadh headquarters through the NTDP Relocate Program in 2023, Merit has positioned the Kingdom as its global hub. In 2025, Merit closed a USD 40 million Series B led by Al Istithmar Capital and Tech Invest Com.

About Merit

Merit is a global engagement and incentives technology company operating in 160+ countries, enabling organizations to design, operate, and scale sales incentives, loyalty and engagement programs across industries.

Merit.
One Global Platform for Local Engagement.
Multiple Industries.
Measurable Impact.

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Exiled: Myanmar’s Resistance to Junta Rule Flourishes Abroad

From construction and hotel workers to kitchen and restaurant staff—estimates of the numbers of Myanmar migrants living in Thailand range up to six million, with a surge of new arrivals since the 2021 military coup. Many are building new lives in the vast metropolis of Bangkok, ranked by the UN among the world’s top 15 […]