KuCoin Goes Live on Arc at Mainnet Launch, Broadening Access to Onchain Finance

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- KuCoin, a leading global crypto platform built on trust, today announced that it is live on Arc as a mainnet launch partner, enabling eligible users to move USDC directly between KuCoin and Arc from day one.

As real-world financial activity moves onchain, exchanges are increasingly important in connecting established markets with emerging financial networks. By supporting Arc at launch, KuCoin expands the network options available for USDC and provides a practical access point to an ecosystem built around payments, treasury management, tokenized assets and programmable finance.

For users, the integration reduces the steps required to access supported applications on Arc. For businesses and institutions, it provides an additional route for funding eligible onchain workflows with USDC as the ecosystem develops.

"The next phase of blockchain adoption will be defined not only by what can be built onchain, but by how reliably users and institutions can access it," said BC Wong, CEO of KuCoin. "As one of the first global exchanges to support Arc at mainnet launch, KuCoin is helping connect established digital-asset markets with emerging infrastructure for real-world financial activity. Early exchange support helps establish the accessibility, trust and market connectivity needed for traditional and onchain finance to work together at scale."

With this launch support, KuCoin continues to expand the network options available to users and make supported onchain applications easier to access.

About KuCoin

Founded in 2017, KuCoin is a leading global crypto platform built on trust and security, serving over 45 million users across 200+ countries and regions. Known for its reliability and user-first approach, the platform combines advanced technology, deep liquidity, and strong security safeguards to deliver a seamless trading experience. KuCoin provides access to 1,500+ digital assets through a broad product suite and remains committed to building transparent, compliant, and user-centric digital asset infrastructure for the future of finance, backed by SOC 2 Type II, ISO/IEC 27001:2022, ISO/IEC 27701:2019, ISO 22301:2019 and ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certifications. In recent years, we have built a strong global compliance foundation, marked by key milestones including AUSTRAC registration in Australia, a MiCA license in Europe, and regulatory progress in other markets.

Learn more at www.kucoin.com.

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Arc is an open L1 blockchain launched by Arc Network Services LLC ("Arc LLC") and operated by a permissioned validator set. Arc LLC provides software services only and does not offer regulated financial or advisory services. Arc has not been reviewed or approved by the New York State Department of Financial Services or any other regulatory authority.

The Arc network is provided "as is" and "as available." Use of Arc involves inherent risks associated with blockchain technology, including smart contract vulnerabilities, network disruptions, and the absence of recourse for transaction errors or losses. The ability to transact on Arc depends on the ability to obtain and use USDC to pay gas fees. Neither Arc LLC nor any permissioned validator is responsible for the content, accuracy, legality, or functionality of third-party applications, protocols, or services built on or integrated with Arc. You are solely responsible for features or services you provide to users, including obtaining any necessary licenses or approvals and otherwise complying with applicable laws.

All Arc features may be modified, delayed, or cancelled at any time without notice. Nothing herein constitutes a commitment, warranty, guarantee or legal, regulatory, tax, or investment advice.

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ROCKVILLE, Md., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Turning Point Global Solutions (TurningPoint) today announced that it has been successfully appraised at Maturity Level 3 for Services of ISACA's Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI®) for the fourth time. Conducted by Primvis Inc., this appraisal complements TurningPoint's existing Maturity Level 5 rating for Development.

CMMI is a proven, outcome-based performance model and globally accepted standard for improving capability, optimizing business performance, and aligning operations to strategic mission goals.

An appraisal at Maturity Level 3 version 3.0 indicates a company is performing at a "defined" level. At this level, processes are well characterized and understood, and are described in standards, procedures, tools and methods. The organization's set of standard processes, which is the basis for Maturity Level 3, is established and improved over time.

An appraisal at Maturity Level 5 version 3.0 indicates that TurningPoint is performing at an "optimizing" level—the highest maturity level achievable. At this level, an organization continually improves its processes based on a quantitative understanding of its business objectives and performance needs, utilizing data-driven approaches to understand process variation and ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes.

This achievement reflects TurningPoint's commitment to process rigor, operational excellence, and predictable delivery across its core business segments: Professional Services, Telecom Management, and Healthcare Solutions.

"Achieving CMMI Level 5 reflects our foundational commitment to operational discipline and delivering reliable value for our government and enterprise clients," said Bangalore Shivacharan, CEO and co-founder of TurningPoint. "Our clients rely on us for mission-critical IT and telecom solutions where precision and repeatability are paramount. This appraisal reinforces our core philosophy: Proven Process. Expected Results."

For more information about CMMI performance solutions, visit www.isaca.org/enterprise/cmmi-performance-solutions.

About TurningPoint

Turning Point Global Solutions provides software engineering, telecommunications management, and professional IT services to federal, state, and commercial clients. With a commitment to quality management, mature delivery frameworks, and customer-focused solutions, TurningPoint helps organizations optimize operations, enhance cybersecurity posture, and modernize mission-critical systems. For more information, visit www.tpgsi.com.

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Schmear We Go Again, as New York BagelFest Rolls Out Its 2026 Judges, Industry Talks and Entertainment

Acclaimed judges, bagel industry icons, world-class magic and live art join an international lineup of leading bagel makers at Citi Field on November 15th

NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The dough is rising, and so is demand for New York BagelFest, Presented by King Arthur Baking Company. The ultimate celebration of bagel culture returns to Citi Field on Sunday, November 15, 2026, bringing together more than 25 acclaimed bagel makers, culinary personalities, industry leaders and thousands of hungry fans for a day of unlimited tastings, friendly-but-fierce competition, conversation and entertainment.

"The global bagel industry is growing at a rapidly accelerating rate. The 7th Annual New York BagelFest will be the most magical one yet - quite literally, with a magician and mentalist joining this year's entertainment lineup - for our foodies, industry professionals, and competitors," says BagelFest founder Sam Silverman.

Bagel lovers don't want to miss a bite. Early Bird tickets sold out in just three hours, and one-third of all available tickets were sold within the first 24 hours. Tickets are now on sale, as anticipation builds for one of the festival's most ambitious editions yet. This fall, New York BagelFest will welcome bagel shops representing ten states and five countries, with bakers traveling from Ireland, Spain, Canada and India to compete alongside legendary New York institutions and leading bagel makers from across the United States. Getting a spot at BagelFest is no schmear feat. Fewer than 9% of applicants were selected to compete in 2026, following a highly curated selection process evaluating bakeries on quality, originality, reputation and the passionate communities they've built.

Now, BagelFest is rolling out the next batch of news: the experts who will determine which bagels rise above the rest, an Industry Talks series bringing together influential voices in the business, and world-class entertainment spanning magic, mentalism, live fine art, and family programming.

But first, a hole lot of responsibility comes with judging. Choosing among some of the world's best bagels is a tough job, but somebody has to do it. The judging lineup brings together acclaimed voices from food journalism, restaurants, culinary culture and digital media, including Joan Nathan, the James Beard Award-winning author of twelve cookbooks known as the "matriarch of Jewish cooking." Jake Cohen the New York Times bestselling author of Jew-ish and I Could Nosh the host of "Jake Makes it Easy" on A+E and Hulu. Ethan Zohn, a former professional soccer player, author, TV host, and champion of CBS's Survivor: Africa. Chef Einat Admony, the three-time James Beard Award-nominated chef, restaurateur and cookbook author behind New York City's Balaboosta and Moondog HiFi. Darra Goldstein, the founding editor of Gastronomica and editor in chief of the Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Food Studies, who has won numerous prizes for her work in food, including James Beard and IACP awards.

Gabriella Gershenson, a James Beard Award-winning food journalist, author and editor at the New York Times Wirecutter. Joining her is Leah Koenig, the IACP Award-winning author of eight cookbooks, including new title The Dessert Table: 100 Joyful Jewish Sweets. Jeremy Jacobowitz brings the perspective of a food and travel creator whose audience of more than 950,000 follows his culinary adventures around the world. Before building his digital presence, Jacobowitz worked in food television as an assistant to Bobby Flay and as a producer.

Jewish Food thought leaders such as Liz Alpern and Jeffrey Yoskowitz, co-founders of The Gefilteria, co-authors of The Gefilte Manifesto, and co-hosts of the Meet Me at the Deli podcast, and Shannon Sarna, the Founding Editor of The Nosher and author of Modern Jewish Baker and Modern Jewish Comfort Food.

Judges with deep production experience include Tim Von Hollweg, Director of Operations at Russ & Daughters, native New Yorker, and hospitality veteran; and Reva Castillenti, an award-winning baker turned bakery consultant and educator.

Joining are prolific bagel eaters and reviewers, like Mike Varley, the creator of EverythingIsEverything.NYC, a catalogue of over 200 New York City bagel reviews from across all five boroughs. The project has been featured in The New York Times, NPR, The Washington Post, and The Today Show. Justin Shukat, co-founder of Bagel Tawk, with over 100 bagel reviews under his belt. Sean Keeley, the creator and writer of It's a Shanda, a newsletter dedicated to bagels in Seattle and beyond. Joanna O'Leary, culinary consultant, food historian, and scientific writer, with bagel reviews from all around the world. And Morgan Carter, the Food and Drink Editor at Time Out New York.

Chairing the "Best Sandwich" Judge committee is Ben Gollan, founder of A Man and His Sandwich Tours, New York's sandwich-dedicated walking tour. Gollan has made a career out of debating what does, and doesn't, count as a sandwich, including in Forbes and on national television.

Rounding out the Expert Judge lineup are returning judges who demonstrate a deep passion and expertise: Dara Pollack, writer, food photographer, comedian, and bagel enthusiast; Tara Cox, Editor & Writer; Chrissy Traore, CEO of See and Be Kitchen, and Ryan Garson, NYC real estate agent and content creator with a focus on bagels.

"The BagelFest judges hold a critical responsibility. Winning a top BagelFest award has elevated neighborhood shops into the national culinary spotlight. PopUp Bagels went on to a $300 million valuation, and Starship Bagel became a James Beard Award finalist for Outstanding Bakery. It's permanently altered the trajectories of countless businesses, and the lives of the employees and families behind them," says Sam Silverman.

The coveted Best Bagel title will be determined through a blind taste test by the judges. Each unsliced plain bagel will receive a score from 1–10 across flavor, texture, appearance and aroma. The highest average score takes the crown, with flavor serving as the tiebreaker. The same judging criteria will determine honors for Best Bagel – New York Style, Best Bagel – Sourdough and Best Bagel – Montreal Style.

Expert judges will also select Schmear of the Year, based on flavor, texture and consistency, and originality; Most Creative, evaluating original concept, execution, presentation and story; Best Showmanship, honoring booth presentation, team energy and brand representation; and Best Bialy, judged on flavor, texture, appearance and creativity while honoring tradition. But the experts don't get all the fun. Festivalgoers will have their say through public voting for People's Choice, Best of the Boroughs, Best Beyond the Boroughs, Best International and Rising Star. For competitors who prefer speed to schmear, the Bagel Rolling Championship returns to the main stage, challenging participants to see who can roll the most bagels in just one minute.

BagelFest isn't just about who makes the best bagel; it's also about the people, ideas and businesses shaping where bagel culture rolls next. The festival's Industry Talks will bring bakers, operators and industry leaders together throughout the day for conversations about craft, growth, tradition and the future of the business.

"No matter your level of experience or knowledge, the industry panels at BagelFest offer a valuable opportunity to learn from professionals across the business. Panelists bring expertise in areas ranging from bagel making and business operations to brand marketing and beyond. There is no better place to connect with and learn from the industry's leading experts, all in one location," says Jeff Yankellow, Director of Bakery and Food Services Sales at King Arthur Baking Company.

The program kicks off at 10:15 a.m. with "The Key to the Perfect Bagel," featuring Jeff Yankellow (King Arthur Baking Company), Joe Savelli (Malt Products Corporation) and Chris Sarkesian (All Bake Technologies) moderated by journalist Annie Hollon. At 11:30 a.m., "From Toasted to Thriving" will feature Chris Pugliese (Tompkins Square Bagels), and Emily Winston (Boichik Bagels), moderated by Karen Bornarth (Bread Bakers Guild of America). At 1:15 p.m., "Icons of Jewish New York" brings together Jake Dell (Katz's Delicatessen), Josh Russ Tupper (Russ & Daughters), and David Zabar (Zabar's) for a conversation featuring names closely connected to New York food culture, moderated by Sean Keeley (It's a Shanda). The Industry Talks continue at 2:30 p.m. with a conversation between Christian Petroni and Scott Spellman of Utopia Bagels. Together, the conversations give guests a chance to go behind the counter and hear directly from the people helping turn a centuries-old food tradition into a thriving, evolving industry.

The bagels may be the stars, but they won't be the only thing making jaws drop. Leading this year's entertainment lineup is New York-based magician and mentalist Daniel Nicholas, who has performed at more than 1,000 events over 15 years, nationwide and around the globe. His performances blend sleight of hand with sleight of mind: magic that happens in guests' own hands and mind reading that unfolds inside their heads. At New York BagelFest, Nicholas will bring both up close and to the stage, moving from encounters just inches away to moments designed to hold an entire audience. His magic happens to guests rather than simply in front of them: a signed card can disappear and turn up somewhere impossible; a borrowed object takes an unexpected journey; an unspoken thought is revealed. No boxes. No doves. No assistants. Just plenty of "How did he do that?" to chew on between bagels.

BagelFest is also turning the art of the bagel into actual art.

- Brainomix joins the UK's leading scale-up programme, alongside some of the country's most promising and growth-focused technology companies

- Future Fifty selection recognizes Brainomix's continued growth, innovation and international impact in AI-powered medical imaging

OXFORD, England and CHICAGO, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Brainomix, a global leader in AI-powered medical imaging, today announced that it has been selected to join Future Fifty, the UK's most prestigious scale-up programme, recognizing the company as one of the country's most high-potential technology businesses.

Future Fifty, delivered by Tech Nation and Founders Forum Group, is an invitation-only programme supporting the UK's most promising scaling companies. The programme has supported 30% of all UK tech unicorns and 40% of the country's decacorns – including Revolut and Wise – and has become a recognized milestone for some of the UK's most successful technology companies.

Brainomix joins the latest Future Fifty cohort alongside 24 other UK-based companies spanning 10 sectors, including AI, healthtech, biotech, fintech, energy and advanced manufacturing. Collectively, the companies have raised £1.47 billion and employ more than 3,800 people.

Carolyn Dawson OBE, CEO of Founders Forum Group, said: "Every year, more exciting companies build in the UK and Future Fifty is here to champion them and support their growth. These 25 founders are building in some of the most important sectors out there. We built this programme to back them with the connections, insights and global exposure they need to scale on their own terms – while making sure the UK keeps producing companies that compete on the world stage."

The selection marks another significant milestone in Brainomix's growth as it scales its AI-powered imaging technologies across international markets. The company's technologies are already helping clinicians extract greater insight from medical images to support more informed treatment decisions in stroke and lung diseases, with its Brainomix 360 Stroke and e-Lung now deployed across healthcare systems globally.

"We are incredibly proud to be joining the Future Fifty community," said Dr Michalis Papadakis, CEO and Co-Founder of Brainomix. "Being selected alongside some of the UK's most forward-thinking and high-potential technology companies is a tremendous recognition of what our team has built and the impact we are working to deliver.

"Brainomix was founded on the belief that AI can unlock new possibilities from medical imaging and ultimately help more patients receive the right treatment at the right time. As we continue to scale internationally, Future Fifty provides an exceptional network and community from which we can learn, build new relationships and accelerate our ambitions."

The Future Fifty selection follows a period of significant growth and momentum for Brainomix. The company has secured £49 million in private and public funding, achieved more than 30 FDA, CE and other major regulatory clearances across its technology portfolio, while expanding its operations to more than 20 countries. This growing international footprint reflects the increasing adoption of Brainomix's AI-powered imaging solutions and the company's ambition to establish its technology as a global standard for more precise, data-driven treatment decisions.

As Brainomix continues to scale, the company is investing in the further development of its imaging platforms, expanding its presence in key international markets and building partnerships across healthcare and life sciences. Its inclusion in Future Fifty provides an important platform to connect with fellow high-growth companies, industry leaders and international networks as Brainomix enters its next phase of growth.

About Brainomix

Brainomix is a global pioneer in AI-powered medical imaging, transforming medical images into actionable insights to enable more precise treatment decisions in stroke and lung disease. Founded as a spinout from the University of Oxford, Brainomix brings AI-powered precision medicine into clinical practice across more than 20 countries. Its flagship Brainomix 360 Stroke platform supports acute stroke assessment throughout the patient pathway and has been shown to expand patient access to life- and disability-saving stroke treatments. Brainomix 360 e-Lung is an FDA-cleared, CE-marked AI-powered imaging software platform that automatically identifies and quantifies features on CT lung scans using a configured clinical workflow. Quantification of CT features can enable clinicians to more easily identify visual changes over multiple timepoints.

To learn more about Brainomix and its technology visit www.brainomix.com, and follow us on LinkedIn.

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CHICAGO, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of World Interstitial Lung Disease Day, the American Lung Association is launching a national campaign to raise awareness of progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF), which occurs when lung scarring worsens over time in some people living with an interstitial lung disease (ILD). The campaign provides education, one-on-one support and resources to help individuals living with ILD and their caregivers recognize the early warning signs of PPF so they can more quickly access specialized treatment and care.

"ILD refers to a large group of more than 200 conditions that cause inflammation and/or scarring of the lungs," said Harold Wimmer, President and CEO of the American Lung Association. "These conditions can have many different causes, including autoimmune diseases, environmental or occupational exposures, or unknown origins, but they share the possibility that scarring may progress over time. When scar tissue increases, breathing becomes more difficult and symptoms can worsen. Speak to your healthcare provider about any changes in your health."

PPF is not a disease, but rather a pattern of worsening symptoms caused by scarring in the lung tissue between the air sacs, or alveoli, resulting in reduced lung function and difficulty breathing. Some people living with pulmonary fibrosis experience an accelerated decline in lung function while others experience a more gradual or even stable disease state. While a diagnosis of progressive pulmonary fibrosis is difficult, understanding what is happening and working with a specialist on a treatment plan provides a path forward.

Early warning signs of PPF include worsening shortness of breath, unusual fatigue and weight loss without trying. These symptoms signal the need for timely intervention with a medical specialist. PPF is diagnosed when at least two of the following three signs of progress are present: worsening symptoms; a decline in how well the lungs work, as determined through lung function tests; and an increase in lung scarring seen on imaging tests such as a high-resolution CT scan.

Depending on the type of ILD, treatment may include medicines that reduce inflammation, suppress the immune system, and/or slow lung scarring. Antifibrotic medicines have also been shown to slow the loss of lung function. Supportive care may include supplemental oxygen, pulmonary rehabilitation or palliative care.

"What patients need," says George Savich, who is living with pulmonary fibrosis, "is reliable information about treatment options, how to manage their disease and where to find support."

The Lung Association's campaign aims to close the education gap through new, easy-to-understand resources, and with expanded outreach and free access to the Lung Association's Lung Health Navigator program. Lung Health Navigators are professionally trained in respiratory health, including registered nurses and respiratory therapists, and provide free, one-on-one education and support for individuals facing lung disease and their loved ones. Each participating patient or caregiver will receive the "Learning to Live with PF" workbook, mailed to their home. This in-depth workbook includes 50 pages of tips to improve communication with your healthcare team; questions to ask a healthcare provider; information on medical management and treatment of symptoms; and guidance on nutrition, physical activity and social support. Services are available in English and Spanish.

Support for the campaign was provided by Boehringer Ingelheim.

For more information about progressive pulmonary fibrosis, visit Lung.org/ppf.

About the American Lung Association

The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research. The work of the American Lung Association is focused on four strategic imperatives: to defeat lung cancer; to champion clean air for all; to improve the quality of life for those with lung disease and their families; and to create a tobacco-free future. For more information about the American Lung Association, which has a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator and is a Platinum-Level GuideStar Member, call 1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872) or visit: Lung.org. To support the work of the American Lung Association, find a local event at Lung.org/events or donate today at Lung.org/donate.

CONTACT: Jill Dale | American Lung Association

P: 312-940-7001 M: 720-438-8289 E: [email protected]

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Finally: OpenClips Turns a Single Product Link Into a Production-Ready Video Ad

The category promised production-ready ads for years and kept making drafts. OpenClips crafts the ad.

DUBAI, UAE, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenClips now converts a single product URL into a finished, production-ready video ad. We have seen so many AI video tool starts with an empty box asking you what you want. AI video tools have promised ad-ready output for years and delivered clips that still needed work. OpenClips returns a finished ad from a product link. Sign up for free and see for yourself.

Every prompt you write is time you lose. Not anymore

Ad targeting and delivery have been automated for years. Producing the ads themselves has not changed nearly as much: most AI video tools open with an empty prompt field, so the person using them still has to decide what the ad should say, write the script and plan the shots before anything is rendered. On a campaign that needs dozens of variants, that stage is where most of the time is spent, not in the rendering. OpenClips uses the product page as its input instead, taking the imagery, the features and the positioning from it and working out a scene-by-scene storyboard on that basis.

"Right now there is no faster way to get a production-ready ad out of a product page," said Dan Petkovic, CEO. "Every other tool hands you an empty prompt box and calls it creative freedom. You should be able to paste a link and get back something you can actually run."

The platform aggregates more than 45 video and image models into one interface. This eliminates the need for multiple subscriptions and prevents assets from being scattered across different tools. The system routes every shot to the specific model best suited for the task, whether a scene requires cinematic realism or precise motion control. Users maintain a single library and one credit balance across all integrated models.

Every Video Comes With Its Workflow: Copy It, Swap Your Product, Run It

The team behind the tool, Coinis, spent 13 years buying performance media before building the system. They engineered the platform to focus on assets that drive conversions rather than mere demo reels. It generates the script, the storyboard, and the final render without requiring the user to write a single prompt or shoot new footage. The output is ready for immediate viral content and marketing campaigns. OpenClips also offers their workflows for free and there is no gatekeeping with prompts, reference images, models, no strings attached!

OpenClips.ai is a multi-model AI video and image generation platform built for elite creative players. It turns a product link into a finished, production-ready video ad, and puts more than 45 leading video and image models behind one composer, one credit wallet and one library. Every paid plan carries a commercial license covering advertising, client work and monetized channels.

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Flying Fish, the premium flavored beer known for the combination of fresh lemon for refreshment, continues to expand globally alongside the emerging beyond beer category. Building on that momentum, the brand is bringing its spirit of unexpected fun to Halloween – an occasion increasing in popularity globally – through one global promotion spanning six countries: South Africa, Brazil, Mexico, Belgium, Peru and Canada.

From neighborhood costume parties and haunted houses to local traditions, Halloween may be celebrated differently around the world, but the fascination with the spooky season crosses all borders. And few legends are as universally synonymous with Halloween as The Prince of Darkness himself, Dracula, a cultural icon whose story has captivated generations around the world.

With "Do You Dare to Party at Dracula's Castle?," Flying Fish is bringing consumers directly into the heart of that legend. The campaign culminates on November 7, when Bran Castle will be transformed for a night of immersive entertainment, elaborate storytelling, costumes and unexpected surprises. International DJs Sickick, Dubdogz, Miro, and more musical talent will headline the celebration, alongside special guest appearances yet to be announced.

"Halloween hasn't always been a traditional beer occasion, and that's exactly what makes it such a natural fit for Flying Fish - a brand built around the unexpected," said Bruno Cosentino, President of Balanced Choices & Beyond Co. at AB InBev. "As Flying Fish continues its growth globally, bold experiences like celebrating Halloween inside Dracula's Castle help us further introduce the brand to new legal drinking age consumers, who enjoy celebrating culturally relevant occasions."

Created in collaboration with Wieden+Kennedy Mexico and U.K. experiential agency, We Are Collider, the campaign comes to life throughout September and October through paid social, digital OOH, creator content, limited-edition packs, retail activations and digital experiences. Four winners from each participating market will earn an all-inclusive trip to Romania and access to the November 7 celebration, with entries open through October 20, 2026.

"When you think about Halloween, Dracula is one of those rare characters that transcends generations, borders and cultures, so we wanted to take people directly into the heart of that legend," said Jessica Apellaniz, Chief Creative Officer, Wieden+Kennedy Mexico. "Flying Fish gave us permission to turn something familiar completely on its head. Instead of creating another Halloween campaign people simply watch from afar, we're inviting them to step inside the story and experience a night they could never have expected."

For more information about Flying Fish and details on how to enter for a chance to party at Dracula's Castle, visit www.flyingfishbeer.com. Consumers must be of legal drinking age in their market to participate; full terms and conditions apply.

About AB InBev

Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) is a publicly traded company (Euronext: ABI) based in Leuven, Belgium, with secondary listings on the Mexico (MEXBOL: ANB) and South Africa (JSE: ANH) stock exchanges and with American Depositary Receipts on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BUD). As a company, we dream big to create a future with more cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life's moments, move our industry forward and make a meaningful impact in the world. We are committed to building great brands that stand the test of time and to brewing the best beers using the finest ingredients. Beer is the drink for moderation, and for over a century, AB InBev has championed responsible drinking. We are committed to providing our consumers with balanced choices to enjoy on any occasion. We also invest in marketing that aims to reinforce positive behaviors, and we work with communities, customers, and partners to promote responsible consumption through evidence-based initiatives. Our diverse portfolio of well over 400 beer brands includes global brands Budweiser®, Corona®, Stella Artois® and Michelob Ultra®; multi-country brands Beck's®, Hoegaarden® and Leffe®; and local champions such as Aguila®, Antarctica®, Bud Light®, Brahma®, Cass®, Castle®, Castle Lite®, Cristal®, Harbin®, Jupiler®, Modelo Especial®, Quilmes®, Victoria®, Sedrin®, and Skol®. Our brewing heritage dates back more than 600 years, spanning continents and generations. From our European roots at the Den Hoorn brewery in Leuven, Belgium. To the pioneering spirit of the Anheuser & Co brewery in St. Louis, US. To the creation of the Castle Brewery in South Africa during the Johannesburg gold rush. To Bohemia, the first brewery in Brazil. Geographically diversified with a balanced exposure to developed and developing markets, we leverage the collective strengths of approximately 137 000 colleagues based in more than 40 countries worldwide. For 2025, AB InBev's reported revenue was 59.3 billion USD (excluding JVs and associates).

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LONDON, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Brightstar Lottery PLC (NYSE:BRSL) ("Brightstar") today announced the results of its previously announced tender offer (the "Offer") to purchase for cash any and all of the Regulation S interests in its outstanding €500,000,000 2.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2028 (the "Notes") (ISIN: XS2051904733).

The Offer was made on the terms and subject to the conditions set out in the tender offer memorandum dated September 8, 2026 (the "Tender Offer Memorandum"). Capitalized terms used herein but not defined have the meanings given to them in the Tender Offer Memorandum.

The Tender Deadline of the Offer expired at 4:00 p.m., London time, on September 15, 2026. As of the Tender Deadline, €342,207,000 aggregate principal amount of the Regulation S interests in the Notes were validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) pursuant to the Offer. Subject to satisfaction of all conditions set out in the Tender Offer Memorandum, Brightstar intends to accept for purchase all of the Regulation S interests in the Notes tendered in the Offer. The aggregate principal amount of Regulation S interests in the Notes accepted for purchase pursuant to the Offer is therefore €342,207,000. The outstanding principal amount of the Notes after the Settlement Date will be €157,793,000.

The Settlement Date is expected to be September 18, 2026, subject to customary market and other closing conditions.

The purchase price for the Notes accepted in the Offer, together with accrued and unpaid interest thereon, is expected to be funded with a portion of the proceeds from the Company's recently priced €500,000,000 4.875% Senior Secured Notes due 2032. Settlement of the Senior Secured Notes due 2032 is subject to customary market and other closing conditions and is expected to occur on September 17, 2026.

Deutsche Bank AG, London Branch, and Banco Santander, S.A. acted as the Joint Lead Dealer Managers for the Offer. Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank and ING Bank N.V., London Branch, acted as the Co-Dealer Managers for the Offer.

DISCLAIMER

This announcement must be read in conjunction with the Tender Offer Memorandum. Neither this news release nor the Tender Offer Memorandum constitutes an invitation to participate in the Offer in or from any jurisdiction in or from which, or to any person to or from whom, it is unlawful to make the Offer or solicitation under any applicable securities, blue sky or other laws. The distribution of this news release and the Tender Offer Memorandum in certain jurisdictions may be restricted by law. Persons into whose possession this news release or the Tender Offer Memorandum comes are required by Brightstar, the Joint Lead Dealer Managers and the Tender and Information Agent to inform themselves about, and to observe, any such restrictions.

About Brightstar Lottery PLC

Brightstar Lottery PLC (NYSE:BRSL) is a global leader in lottery focused on innovation and forward-thinking strategies and solutions, building on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, entertain players and distribute meaningful benefits to communities. Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. Brightstar serves nearly 90 lottery customers and their players on six continents. It is the primary technology provider to 26 of the 46 lottery jurisdictions in the U.S. and eight of the world's 10 largest lotteries with central systems. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.brightstarlottery.com.

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MUNICH, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hexnode, the enterprise software division of Mitsogo, today introduced Hexnode Synapse at HexCon26, its annual user conference. Hexnode Synapse is an agentic orchestration layer for IT and security operations designed to turn requests and system events into coordinated, governed and traceable actions.

Tool sprawl is one of the defining frictions of IT and security operations.

"If you look at the real work of IT, nothing ever happens inside just one system. Onboarding a person touches identity, devices, and your HR system. Responding to a threat touches the endpoint, the user's access, and the ticket. And today, a person is the one connecting all of that, every single time," said Apu Pavithran, CEO and Founder of Hexnode.

Each handoff adds manual work and slows response. Hexnode Synapse connects those steps.

What is Hexnode Synapse?

Hexnode Synapse is a governed, agentic orchestration layer built to coordinate requests, alerts and events end to end, across every enterprise system involved in resolving them.

Synapse starts with native context from Hexnode UEM, Hexnode XDR and Hexnode IdP and extends workflows into surrounding IT and security tools. Rather than requiring administrators to move manually between consoles, it coordinates agents, approvals and system actions around each request, alert or event.

How does Hexnode Synapse work?

Hexnode Synapse works through specialist AI agents that reason about incoming requests and alerts, determine the next step and act within defined guardrails. It initially includes:

- Device Agent: Supports root-cause diagnostics, compliance-drift remediation, patch and vulnerability remediation, and device provisioning.

- Identity Agent: Supports access requests, identity lifecycle operations, role changes and account-related tasks.

- Threat Agent: Supports alert triage, threat investigation and containment.

Organizations can also configure custom agents around their own tools and knowledge base sources.

Hexnode Synapse can also coordinate cross-product sequences when a workflow spans more than one system.

For example, a single prompt like "Onboard John" reads the new hire's HR profile and kicks off the onboarding: Hexnode Synapse creates the identity and assigns app licenses based on the employee's department, pushes zero-touch device configuration and endpoint protection policies in parallel, and records the corresponding IT ticket, all as one governed workflow. If a step stalls, it recovers on its own; when app licenses run out, Synapse raises a ticket and resumes provisioning once a seat frees up.

How is Hexnode Synapse governed by design?

Hexnode Synapse uses guardrails, the admin-defined limits on what an agent can ever do on its own, together with action-level approval gates and a traceable execution history to keep agent actions under human control. Sensitive actions, such as a device wipe, endpoint isolation or privileged access change, are routed to a named approver before execution.

Every autonomous or approved action is recorded in the Execution Centre. IT and security teams can browse and export this history, turning an audit into a download rather than a multi-week evidence hunt.

Initial integrations and availability

At launch, Hexnode Synapse integrates with ServiceNow, Zendesk, Microsoft Entra ID and BambooHR, extending orchestration into surrounding IT and security workflows alongside Hexnode UEM, Hexnode XDR and Hexnode IdP. Hexnode plans to steadily expand the integration catalog and Synapse's core capabilities in the phases ahead.

Hexnode Synapse will enter invite-only trial later this year. Interested organizations can register at www.hexnode.com/synapse/.

About Hexnode

Hexnode is a leading provider of enterprise solutions, including Hexnode UEM for autonomous and AI-powered endpoint management, Hexnode XDR for intelligent threat detection and response, and Hexnode IdP for secure, context-aware identity and access management. For more information, visit www.hexnode.com.

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Zoomlion's Full-Stack Humanoid Robots Compete at World Humanoid Robot Games

BEIJING, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. ("Zoomlion") recently fielded its independently developed humanoid robots at the second World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, where they competed in the standing high jump, 100-meter sprint and standing long jump. The events provided demanding conditions for evaluating gait algorithms, joint responsiveness and overall stability under high-speed motion and complex control conditions, while providing data to further refine the company's full-stack capabilities across algorithms, software, hardware and industrial applications.

Zoomlion's robots delivered consistent performances across all three events, showcasing the integration of their hardware architecture, AI algorithms and motion-control systems. Their showing reinforced the company's position among the field's leading robotics developers.

Zeng Guang, general manager of Zoomlion's ZValley, said the events measured more than speed and strength, providing a broader assessment of the company's AI capabilities and its ability to deploy robots in real-world settings. Competing alongside teams from around the world also allowed Zoomlion to benchmark its technology and refine its systems and products for greater reliability and adaptability in industrial settings.

The company has deployed dozens of its humanoid robots across its smart factories, where they perform material sorting, cable-harness tying, component preassembly, precision assembly, finished-product inspection and factory patrols.

The bipedal Z01 uses AI-powered imitation learning to organize randomly placed objects and precisely arrange and tie cable harnesses. The wheeled Z03 can independently handle precision processes, including preassembling mirrors for industrial equipment, to meet the accuracy requirements of production lines.

Zoomlion draws on real-world operating data from these deployments, as well as more than 300 intelligent production lines and over 2,000 industrial robots running year-round. This data supports the continued refinement of AI models, algorithms and robot performance, creating a cycle in which technology enables deployment and real-world experience informs further development.

Zoomlion's portfolio includes bipedal and wheeled humanoid robots as well as quadruped robots, backed by in-house capabilities spanning core components, operating systems, complete robot systems and industrial applications. The company is among the few AI-native robotics companies to combine full-stack humanoid robot development, deployment at scale and continuous improvement based on real-world data. It is also the only high-end equipment manufacturer to have developed and deployed embodied AI robots.

Zoomlion will continue advancing its embodied AI technologies and scaling humanoid robot deployments across industrial manufacturing, specialized operations and smart services.

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