Global recognition highlights Payroc's payments technology, innovation, and industry leadership

TINLEY PARK, Ill., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Payroc, a global payment-processing acquirer and technology platform, today announced that it has been named a winner in four categories in The Digital Banker's Global Cards & Payments Innovation Awards 2026, recognizing the company's technology, payments expertise, and continued innovation across the global payments industry.

Payroc received the following awards:

- Best Payments Gateway Provider

- Best POS & In-Store Payments Solution Provider

- Outstanding Implementation of Payments Initiatives by a Team

- Payments Professional of the Year: Jim Oberman

The Global Cards & Payments Innovation Awards recognize organizations and individuals shaping the future of the payments industry. The awards program is run by The Digital Banker, a global financial services publication and research and awards organization focused on banking, payments, fintech, and financial technology.

"Winning four Global Cards & Payments Innovation Awards is a tremendous recognition of what we have built at Payroc and, more importantly, the people behind it," said Jim Oberman, Payroc CEO. "These awards reflect the success of our strategy to combine innovative technology and deep payments expertise with an unwavering focus on our partners and their customers."

The "Best Payments Gateway Provider" award recognizes Payroc's multi-region payment gateway built for merchants, independent software vendors (ISVs), SaaS platforms, independent sales organizations and enterprise channel partners. The "Best POS & In-Store Payments Solution Provider" award recognizes the company's capabilities in enabling seamless card-present and in-store payment experiences for merchants and partners. The "Outstanding Implementation of Payments Initiatives by a Team" award recognizes the people behind Payroc's payments technology. Finally, Jim Oberman's selection as "Payments Professional of the Year" recognizes his leadership at Payroc and contributions to the broader payments industry.

The Global Cards & Payments Innovation Awards will be presented during a virtual gala on September 10, 2026.

About Payroc

Founded in 2003, Payroc WorldAccess, LLC, is a global payments ecosystem that helps businesses accept payments and optimize commerce. Payroc ranks among the top merchant acquirers in North America, processing more than $125 billion in card volume annually and operating across 47 regions with direct connections to the major card networks. Its proprietary full-stack technology supports vertically tailored card-present, card-not-present, and omnichannel solutions for software providers, financial institutions, and merchants of all sizes. With a focus on innovation, scalability, and award-winning support, Payroc makes payments seamless and drives growth for partners worldwide. For more information, visit payroc.com.

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YIWU, China, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Yiwugo.com, the official website of the Yiwu Commodity Market, is the largest commodity wholesale market in the world. As September arrives, the lingering warmth of summer can still be felt across the Northern Hemisphere, yet the annual global stocking season for winter essentials is already drawing to a close in the Yiwu market. Through the Yiwugo platform, a wide range of source suppliers have long since mapped out their operations for the entire year. They started the year with product development and production capacity preparations, entered the peak season for cross-border sourcing in May, and sustained several months of robust production and sales before bringing the year's main stocking cycle to a close in early autumn in September. The end of the peak season, however, does not mean the market falls quiet. Replenishment orders continue to flow in, while merchants have already begun developing new products and planning production capacity for the year ahead. Year after year, this cycle repeats. With quality craftsmanship and innovation at the core of their businesses, Yiwugo merchants keep delivering thoughtfully designed winter essentials to markets around the world, helping build a strong foundation for Yiwu as a world-class sourcing hub for cold-weather products.

The latest data from Yiwugo shows that searches for key categories such as "cold-weather apparel" and "leggings" have continued to rise over the past 30 days. As temperatures begin to drop across China with the arrival of autumn, demand for warm clothing is steadily building. Overseas markets, however, have already moved a step ahead, with early stock-up activity steadily gaining momentum since May. Liu Jianlan, who has been deeply engaged in the neck warmer industry for more than a decade, has witnessed this trend firsthand.

According to Liu, Chinese buyers based in Europe began visiting her Jianzhen Gloves store as early as May to stock up in bulk. Classic materials such as polar fleece and ultra-soft fleece have remained perennial bestsellers, prized for their excellent warmth and versatility, and continue to enjoy strong and enduring market demand. Buyers from Europe, South America, and border-trade markets tend to favor simple, easy-to-coordinate solid colors such as black, white, gray, and brown, which pair well with a wide range of outfits. The South Korean market, by contrast, shows a stronger preference for understated, sophisticated darker tones, including black, dark gray, and navy. Thanks to consistently rigorous quality control and reliable, generously weighted fabrics, the store has not only attracted a steady stream of inquiries from new customers through Yiwugo, but also built a loyal customer base, some of whom have been doing business with the store for nearly a decade. During the peak sales season, annual purchases by a single major customer can reach RMB 700,000 to RMB 800,000, underscoring the brand's steadily growing reputation and market recognition.

Liu Yan, head of Lingdong Knitted Glove Factory, has likewise benefited significantly from Yiwugo. With more than two decades of experience in the mid- to high-end knitted glove segment, the company has seen a steady influx of highly relevant new customers since the beginning of this year. Many discovered Lingdong through searches on Yiwugo and were subsequently guided to the store to place orders, highlighting the platform's strong effectiveness in online customer-acquisition. Positioned in the mid- to high-end segment, Lingdong's products are exported to Europe, South America, and other overseas markets. The company consistently delivers on its quality commitment to customers worldwide by using environmentally responsible and compliant materials, ensuring substantial and consistent yarn usage, and adhering to rigorous production standards.

This year, half-plush gloves have emerged as a breakout product. Soft against the skin and highly effective at retaining warmth, they have gained strong traction in overseas markets, with cumulative sales exceeding 100,000 pairs over the past five months. Demand has been particularly robust in Spain, where several classic unisex touchscreen gloves have been well received by local consumers. Annual purchases by a single customer can reach RMB 200,000. To sustain momentum in the online market and meet diverse sourcing needs, Lingdong maintains a steady pace of new product launches, introducing new items exclusively for Yiwugo every week. During the peak season, it rolled out more than 10 new styles per month on average, continuously staying ahead of market trends through innovation and iteration.

Qunxin Earrings Scarf, meanwhile, has carved out a differentiated path by targeting a highly specialized niche. The company focuses on creating decorative, all-in-one earmuff-and-scarf products designed specifically for women and children. Moving beyond minimalist basics, it specializes in playful animal-inspired designs and bright yet soft color palettes, combining practicality with decorative appeal. The products closely match aesthetic preferences in the Middle East, Europe, and the US, and have gained notable visibility in overseas markets. According to Ye Qun, head of the company, this year's bestsellers include all-in-one neck warmer-and-earmuff designs made from rabbit-fur- like plush and featuring three-dimensional, movable bunny ears. As a source manufacturer, the company has been operating at full capacity throughout the peak stocking season, with daily output of this popular item exceeding 20,000 units. Bolstered by Yiwugo's strong cross-border traffic, the company has successfully secured procurement orders from several overseas malls, as well as brand-authorized customization orders. With both production and sales thriving and a full order book, the company has entered its busiest period of the year.

From neck warmers and gloves to creative earmuff-and-scarf combinations, these small winter essentials are a reflection of how Yiwugo merchants cultivate niche markets while staying committed to quality and innovation. Unlike the seasonal consumption patterns of end markets, merchants on Yiwugo consistently follow a strategy of planning ahead and developing their products and markets well before the season arrives. By planning production capacity ahead of time, gaining precise insights into market trends, and continuously innovating their products, Yiwugo merchants are able to respond to diverse demands across global markets. Their meticulous attention to detail helps bring warmth to consumers around the world each winter. As production and sales cycles begin anew year after year, Yiwugo merchants continue to open new chapters in the global journey of Yiwu-made products.

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- According to MarketsandMarkets™, the Retail Analytics Market is projected to grow from USD 11.82 billion in 2026 to USD 23.21 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 11.9%.

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Retail Analytics Market Size & Forecast:

- Market Size Available for Years: 2021–2032

- 2025 Market Size: USD 10.44 billion

- 2026 Market Size: USD 11.82 billion

- 2032 Projected Market Size: USD 23.21 billion

- CAGR (2026–2032): 11.9%

Retail Analytics Market Trends & Insights:

- The Retail Analytics Market is witnessing significant growth as retailers increasingly use data, AI, and machine learning to improve decision-making across merchandising, supply chain, store operations, and customer engagement.

- By offering, the solutions segment is estimated to account for the largest share of 75.5% in 2026.

- By analytics type, autonomous & agentic analytics are slated to grow the fastest between 2026 and 2032.

- By application, the enterprise decision intelligence segment is expected to witness the highest growth rate over the forecast period.

- By retail type, the beauty & personal care retail segment is expected to witness the fastest growth rate over the forecast period.

- The Asia Pacific region is poised to register the highest CAGR of 14.9% over the forecast period.

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The Retail Analytics Market is expanding rapidly as retailers increasingly adopt integrated platforms for data-driven decision-making. Growth is driven by investments in artificial intelligence, omnichannel commerce, inventory optimization, and customer intelligence. Retailers consolidate transaction, inventory, pricing, merchandising, loyalty, ecommerce, and supply chain data across connected environments. Predictive models improve demand forecasting, assortment planning, replenishment, pricing, and customer engagement across retail operations. Real-time analytics enables faster responses to demand shifts, stock imbalances, operational exceptions, and shopper behavior. Cloud platforms support scalable analytics while improving forecasting accuracy, inventory productivity, and operational decision-making across retailers.

Based on analytics type, AI-embedded & predictive analytics are positioned to dominate the market in 2026.

AI-embedded and predictive analytics are positioned to dominate in 2026 as retailers prioritize proactive decision-making capabilities. These solutions combine machine learning, historical data, and real-time signals to forecast demand and operational outcomes. Retailers use predictive models to optimize inventory, pricing, assortment, promotions, replenishment, and customer engagement decisions. Oracle applies machine learning within Retail AI Foundation to improve forecasting, segmentation, clustering, and inventory optimization. Predictive analytics also helps retailers identify demand changes earlier and reduce stockouts, overstocks, and avoidable markdowns. Embedded AI increasingly brings recommendations directly into merchandising, supply chain, customer, and store management workflows. NRF highlights predictive analytics for improving forecasting accuracy, optimizing inventory, reducing waste, and streamlining supply chains. These capabilities strengthen adoption as retailers seek faster, automated, and measurable decision support across operations.

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Based on retail type, beauty & personal care retail is set to register the fastest growth during the forecast period.

Beauty and personal care retail is expected to register the fastest growth during the forecast period. Beauty retailers increasingly combine physical stores, ecommerce, social commerce, loyalty programs, and personalized digital experiences. Frequent launches, short trend cycles, and individualized product preferences create strong requirements for advanced retail intelligence. L'Oréal increasingly applies artificial intelligence and proprietary beauty data to personalize recommendations and improve consumer experiences. Its Beauty Tech ecosystem combines millions of data points across products, consumers, routines, and engagement touchpoints. AI-powered services also help beauty retailers strengthen product discovery, conversion, loyalty, and personalized shopping journeys. Growing ecommerce penetration further increases requirements for assortment, pricing, inventory, promotion, and customer behavior analysis. These trends support faster analytics adoption across beauty and personal care retailers seeking differentiated omnichannel experiences.

By region, North America is estimated to account for the largest Retail Analytics Market in 2026.

North America is estimated to account for the largest Retail Analytics Market share in 2026. The region benefits from mature cloud infrastructure, high technology spending, and advanced omnichannel retail ecosystems. United States retailers generate extensive transaction, ecommerce, inventory, loyalty, merchandising, and fulfillment data requiring continuous analysis. Census Bureau data shows ecommerce represented 17.1% of total United States retail sales during second-quarter 2026. Retailers increasingly deploy predictive analytics, artificial intelligence, inventory optimization, personalization, and real-time operational intelligence capabilities. The region also hosts major cloud, enterprise software, analytics, and retail technology providers supporting adoption. NRF highlights continued investment in artificial intelligence, inventory management, supply chains, automation, and agentic retail technologies. Strong vendor ecosystems, sophisticated retailers, and continuous technology adoption reinforce North America's leadership throughout the forecast period.

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Top Companies in Retail Analytics Market:

The Top Companies in Retail Analytics Market are Oracle Corporation (US), Salesforce, Inc. (US), Microsoft Corporation (US), SAP SE (Germany), Teradata Corporation (US), Adobe Inc. (US), Zebra Technologies Corporation (US), Shopify Inc. (Canada), Lightspeed Commerce Inc. (Canada), Manhattan Associates, Inc. (US), UiPath Inc. (US), NielsenIQ (NIQ) (US), Databricks, Inc. (US), and Infor, Inc. (US), among several others.

Retail Analytics Market - Investment & funding +Merger & Acquisition

Investment Funding Context

The Retail Analytics Market continues to attract investment, with capital shifting toward AI-native software, autonomous decisioning, real-time demand forecasting, and agentic merchandising suites. Funding remains concentrated among platforms that can optimize complex enterprise planning without creating data fragmentation. In May 2025, Impact Analytics raised USD 15 million in a Series D growth investment led by Blue Cloud Ventures, building upon previous backing from existing partners Sageview Capital and Vistara Growth. In January 2025, RetailNext announced a strategic majority growth investment from technology-focused investor Battery Ventures. The investment provides additional capital for product development, geographic expansion, acquisitions, and broader retail analytics innovation. CommerceIQ reports raising USD 200 million from venture investors including SoftBank, Insight Partners, and Madrona Venture Group. This capital injection will accelerate regional development across major international territories while scaling autonomous decisioning mechanisms across the entire retail value chain.

Revenue Shift Context

The global Retail Analytics Market is projected to grow from USD 11.82 billion in 2026 to USD 23.21 billion. At an 11.9% CAGR, revenue generation increasingly shifts toward AI-embedded, predictive, prescriptive, and agentic analytics capabilities. Platform revenues increasingly reflect demand for forecasting, merchandising, pricing, inventory optimization, customer intelligence, and decision automation. Services spending also expands as retailers require implementation, integration, model configuration, data engineering, and ongoing optimization support. Growing cloud adoption and unified planning investments are strengthening recurring software revenues across increasingly connected retail operations.

Mergers and Acquisitions

M&A activity from August 2025 through August 2026 shows growing buyer interest in AI-enabled retail analytics platforms. Strategic acquirers are using transactions to expand forecasting, inventory optimization, store intelligence, measurement, and decision capabilities. Key transactions included Instacart's acquisition of Arpalus and RELEX Solutions' acquisition of Ida. Circana also acquired Nielsen's Marketing Mix Modeling business and NCSolutions to strengthen advanced measurement and shopper intelligence. Together, these transactions broaden vendor capabilities across retail planning, operations, customer intelligence, and analytics-led decision execution.

RETAIL ANALYTICS MARKET: MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS, AUGUST 2025–AUGUST 2026

Company Revenue Share Details

The total market share of the top five players is 23.4%, representing a fragmented market. This fragmentation indicates that no single vendor has established dominant control, leaving significant room for competition and consolidation in the years ahead. The top 10 key players, contributing to around 38.9% of the total market share, are Oracle Corporation (US), SAP SE (Germany), Salesforce, Inc. (US), Circana, LLC (US), NielsenIQ (NIQ) (US), Adobe Inc. (US), SAS Institute Inc. (US), Blue Yonder Group, Inc. (US), Microsoft Corporation (US), and Sensormatic Solutions LLC (US.

The article outlines how personal elements like music, visuals, and participation create a more meaningful funeral experience.

GUILFORD, Conn., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- How can families create a more meaningful and personalized funeral service for a loved one? The answer is explored in a HelloNation article featuring George Sullivan III of Guilford Funeral Home of Guilford, CT, which explains how funeral planning services support thoughtful personalization.

The HelloNation article explains that a personalized funeral allows families in Guilford to reflect the life, values, and personality of a loved one. Rather than following a single format, funeral planning services encourage adding meaningful elements that make each funeral service feel more connected and memorable.

Music is one of the most common ways to create a personalized funeral. The article notes that families often choose songs that reflect important life moments, personal preferences, or cultural traditions. Music can shape the tone of a funeral service and create an emotional connection for those attending.

Readings also play an important role. Funeral planning services may include religious passages, poetry, or written works that reflect the individual's beliefs. Carefully chosen readings help communicate values and provide comfort, adding depth to a personalized funeral.

Visual elements such as photo displays are another key part of personalization. The article describes how photo displays highlight important milestones and relationships, offering attendees a way to reflect on the individual's life. These visual elements can range from simple arrangements to more detailed presentations.

Memorial items can further enhance a personalized funeral. Families may include objects that represent hobbies, careers, or personal interests. These items help create a familiar environment and make the funeral service feel more reflective of everyday life.

Some families choose to incorporate themes into the funeral service. Funeral planning services can guide how themes related to travel, music, or community involvement are included in a respectful way. This approach allows personalization while maintaining an appropriate tone.

Location can also influence personalization. While many services take place in traditional settings, the article notes that some families in Guilford select locations that hold special meaning. This choice can add another layer of connection to the funeral service.

The structure of the service can also be adjusted. A personalized funeral may follow a formal format or take a more flexible approach that allows for shared stories and reflections. Funeral planning services help organize these elements so that the service flows smoothly.

Family and community involvement is another important aspect. The article explains that inviting loved ones to participate in readings or share memories creates a stronger sense of connection. This participation helps make the funeral service more meaningful for everyone involved.

Technology has also become part of modern funeral planning services. Video tributes and digital presentations can be included alongside photo displays, providing additional ways to share memories. These elements help create a more engaging and accessible experience.

Documentation remains essential throughout the process. The article emphasizes that recording preferences ensures each detail of a personalized funeral is carried out as intended. Clear documentation allows funeral planning services to follow instructions and reduce uncertainty for families.

The article concludes that personalizing a funeral service in Guilford is about creating meaning rather than complexity. By incorporating music, readings, photo displays, and personal details, families can create a funeral service that reflects the individual and supports those attending.

How to Personalize a Funeral Service in Guilford features insights from George Sullivan III, Funeral Planning Expert of Guilford, CT, in HelloNation.

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READING, Pa., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The article reviews how updated title information helps support accuracy and compliance during a mortgage refinance.

Why does refinancing a mortgage often require new title work?

HelloNation has published an article featuring insights from Gina Curran of Stewart Abstract of Berks County that explains why new title work is an important part of refinancing a mortgage and how it helps support a successful mortgage refinance.

The HelloNation article explains that while homeowners often focus on interest rates, home values, and credit qualifications, refinancing a mortgage usually includes a new refinance title search. Because the lender is issuing a new loan, updated title information helps satisfy lender requirements by confirming the property's current legal status before closing.

According to the article, a refinance title search verifies current property ownership by reviewing the latest public records. Even when a homeowner has owned the property for years, changes involving spouses, inherited interests, or other ownership transfers may have occurred. Reviewing current records helps confirm that property ownership matches the information provided during the mortgage refinance process.

The article also explains that title work for refinancing helps uncover liens or claims recorded after the original purchase. Tax liens, contractor liens, court judgments, and other financial obligations may affect a property's legal status over time. Identifying these issues before refinancing a mortgage allows them to be resolved before they interfere with lender requirements or delay closing.

For Pennsylvania homeowners, the article notes that refinance title insurance is typically less expensive than the policy issued during a home purchase because the state's Non-Sale Rate is based on the loan amount instead of the property's full value. Even so, a refinance title search and updated title work for refinancing remain necessary to ensure current information is available.

Another important purpose of title work for refinancing is identifying recording errors that may have appeared since the original purchase. Clerical mistakes, incorrect legal descriptions, and misspelled names can all create confusion regarding property ownership. A careful title search helps uncover these issues so corrections can be made before the mortgage refinance is finalized.

The article further explains that updated title information helps lenders confirm that all legal documents accurately establish their interest in the property. Reviewing current records allows lenders to meet lender requirements while reducing the risk of unexpected issues that could complicate refinancing a mortgage.

Even when many years have passed since the original purchase, the article explains that property records continue to change over time. New liens, ownership transfers, and legal filings may all become part of the property's history. Conducting a new refinance title search allows settlement professionals and lenders to work with the most current information available.

The HelloNation article also notes that updated title work benefits homeowners as well as lenders. Although lender requirements primarily protect the financial institution's interest, identifying potential title issues early can help homeowners avoid future legal or financial complications involving property ownership.

The article concludes that refinancing a mortgage involves more than securing a lower interest rate. A thorough refinance title search, careful title work for refinancing, and an updated title search help verify property ownership, identify liens, and support lender requirements throughout the mortgage refinance process, creating a smoother transaction for everyone involved.

Why Refinancing Often Requires New Title Work features insights from Gina Curran, Title Insurance Expert of Reading, PA, in HelloNation.

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Independent candidate for Governor says protecting children, parents and classrooms must come before Big Tech profits

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Non-party affiliated candidate for Florida Governor Frank Russo today announced that, if elected, he will support and sign legislation restricting addictive social media design features aimed at children under the age of 16.

The proposal comes as California moves forward with new protections limiting addictive features for young users - but Russo said Florida should not wait for another state or Washington to decide how to protect its children.

As a father, Russo said he understands the concerns parents have about what their children are exposed to online – from addictive algorithms designed to keep them scrolling to predatory content and pornography that can be only a few clicks away.

"This isn't about Republicans or Democrats. It's about our kids," Russo said. "Parents are doing everything they can to protect their children, but they are up against some of the largest technology companies in the world designing products to keep kids hooked. At some point, someone has to stand up for Florida families."

Russo also connected online safety directly to his experience listening to Florida educators. Teachers across the state have repeatedly raised concerns about the impact social media and constant phone use are having on student attention, behavior and learning.

"I've been listening to teachers, parents and families across Florida, and they are telling us the same thing – social media is affecting what happens inside our classrooms," Russo said. "If we are serious about improving education, we cannot ignore what is competing for our children's attention every minute of the day."

Russo said Florida should establish clear, enforceable standards for technology companies serving minors while giving parents stronger tools to protect their children.

"Big Tech has had plenty of time to police itself," Russo said. "Our children's safety, their mental well-being and their ability to learn have to come before another click, another view or another dollar in corporate profit. Florida can lead on this - and as Governor, I will."

The Russo campaign will release additional details of its proposed child online safety legislation

Russo • Rodriguez 2026

The People's Choice. The Caring Capitalists. Humanity Over the Dollar.

About Frank J. Russo:

Frank J. Russo is a lifelong Floridian, entrepreneur, insurance executive, real estate developer, and humanitarian with more than 40 years of business leadership, including over 30 years in the insurance industry. Based in New Smyrna Beach, Russo is running for Governor to restore affordability, strengthen Florida's economy, and build a government focused on practical solutions that put Floridians first. For more information, or to volunteer or donate, visit Russo2026.com.

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XPPen Wins Multiple "Best of IFA" Awards at IFA 2026 with Magic Pro 13

BERLIN, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- XPPen, a world-leading digital art innovation brand, concluded a triumphant showcase at IFA 2026 in Berlin. Highlighted by multiple "Best of IFA" awards from respected media outlets and high-profile interactive booth activities, XPPen once again demonstrated its commitment to empowering creators worldwide with cutting-edge technology. This achievement reaffirms the brand's strength in both advanced innovation and portable professional creative solutions.

Magic Pro 13 Takes Center Stage with Major Media Honors

Stealing the spotlight at XPPen's showcase, the newly unveiled Magic Pro 13 earned top recognition at IFA 2026 and secured four prestigious "Best of IFA 2026" honors, including Gadgety Awards, TechRadar, Yanko Design, and Android Headlines.

XPPen proudly displayed all the award trophies at the XPPen booth alongside live demonstrations of the Magic Pro 13. Media outlets universally praised the drawing pad's seamlessly integrated hardware-software ecosystem and breakthrough product innovation. Bridging portability with professional-grade performance, the Magic Pro 13 enables a complete end-to-end creative workflow. TechRadar particularly highlighted its versatility, anchored by an industry-leading hardware-level Drawing Display Mode, delivering low latency and native color output via a simple one-cable connection, also allowing artists to transition effortlessly between a standalone drawing pad and a secondary display.

Electric On-Site Engagement

Beyond product excellence, XPPen's booth emerged as a vibrant hub. Visitors and professional artists flocked to the interactive "Doodle the Wall" — a giant collaborative canvas wall where over 450 attendees participated in co-creation, leaving behind their unique artwork and transforming the space into a live, evolving community masterpiece.

Additionally, the booth featured spontaneous attendee interviews, capturing glowing first-hand feedback on the diverse product lineup, while guest artists captivated crowds with live graffiti customization on the Pilot Pro. Participants walked away with exclusive XPPen merchandise and an immersive hands-on experience with the brand's latest creative ecosystem.

As IFA 2026 comes to a close, XPPen's milestone awards and overwhelming booth engagement highlight a transformative leap forward for digital art creation. Looking ahead, the brand remains dedicated to empowering digital creators worldwide by continuously pushing the boundaries of intuitive technology and professional-grade performance.

Stay tuned for the official release of the award-winning Magic Pro 13. For upcoming updates and product details, please visit: https://www.xp-pen.com.

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Every Season Four match will stream live on MLTT's YouTube channel and DAZN, with select matches airing on SI TV and expanded national and regional coverage

PRINCETON, N.J., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Major League Table Tennis (MLTT), the first professional table tennis league in the United States, today announced its most expansive media distribution lineup for the 2026-27 season, bringing every match live to fans through global streaming and extending selected-match and recap programming across free ad-supported streaming television, national cable, regional cable and local broadcast television.

Every MLTT match will stream live on the league's YouTube channel and DAZN throughout the 2026-27 season, which begins Sept. 11. DAZN will also make every match available on demand across its global footprint of more than 200 countries and territories. Sports Illustrated's SI TV will televise select matches on its free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel in the United States, while Youku Sports will carry live MLTT matches in China.

Event recap programs will appear nationally on FS1 and AXS TV in the United States and on Game+ across Canada, while Gray Media, NBC Sports Bay Area & California and Angels Broadcast Television will expand MLTT's regional presence across key U.S. markets. The agreements mark the first time MLTT has secured third-party media distribution outside the United States, including live match distribution in China through Youku Sports, as well as the league's first regional recap coverage across key U.S. markets.

"In 2023, MLTT was just an idea on a blank sheet of paper. In just a few years, we've built a professional league from the ground up with a wildly engaging format that fans love and media partners increasingly want to be part of," said Flint Lane, Founder and CEO of Major League Table Tennis. "The demand for MLTT content is a great validation of the quality and excitement of our competition. We couldn't be prouder of how far we've come, and we're even more excited about where we're going. Season four will bring MLTT to more fans, on more platforms, than ever before."

The expanded distribution lineup also provides a broader national and international platform for MLTT's teams, athletes and commercial partners as the league enters its fourth season.

MLTT enters its fourth season with accelerating momentum after generating more than 76 million video views during the 2025-26 season and concluding the campaign with a sold-out Championship Weekend.

MLTT'S 2026-27 MEDIA DISTRIBUTION LINEUP

LIVE AND SELECTED MATCH COVERAGE

MLTT YouTube: Every MLTT match will stream live and free on the league's YouTube channel, with full replays and highlights available on demand.

DAZN: Every MLTT match will stream live and be available on demand across more than 200 countries and territories.

SI TV: Select MLTT matches will air on the network's free U.S. FAST channel.

Youku Sports: Live MLTT matches will be available in China.

UNITED STATES AND CANADA RECAP PROGRAMMING

FS1: Two 30-minute national recap specials will air during the 2026-27 season in the United States.

AXS TV: A slate of 16 one-hour recap shows will air nationally in the United States.

Game+: A slate of 16 one-hour recap shows will air across Canada.

REGIONAL RECAP PROGRAMMING

Gray Media: 16 one-hour recap shows will air across select Gray Media markets in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, South Carolina and Tennessee.

NBC Sports Bay Area & California: 16 one-hour recap shows will be distributed across Northern California, Nevada and Oregon.

Angels Broadcast Television (ABTV): 16 one-hour recap shows will be distributed across Southern California, Nevada and Hawaii.

"Our media distribution strategy is built around the multiple ways fans discover and follow sports today," said Matt Parker, Senior Vice President, Marketing for Major League Table Tennis. "Every match will be available live on YouTube and DAZN. SI TV will bring select MLTT matches to its U.S. audience, Youku Sports will expand live access in China, national recap programming will introduce MLTT to new audiences, and regional outlets will connect our teams to local fans. Together, these platforms create a strong path from initial exposure to lasting fandom."

Additional broadcast schedules, air times, platform availability and local listings will be announced separately.

MLTT was advised by Range Sports on its 2026-27 media distribution agreements.

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Major League Table Tennis is the first professional table tennis league in the United States, featuring world-class athletes competing in a fast-paced, city-based team format. Founded in 2023, MLTT is dedicated to growing participation, building fandom and establishing table tennis as a major professional sport in North America. For more information, visit MLTT.com.

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POWTEK Group Showcases Multi-Brand Manufacturing Strength at Heating Tech Expo 2026 and Zuchex 2026

WARSAW, Poland and ISTANBUL, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- POWTEK Group ("POWTEK") showcased its multi-brand product portfolio and manufacturing capabilities at two major European trade shows in September, with KALTEC participating in Heating Tech Expo 2026 in Warsaw, Poland, and MORRTOP and X-CRAFTER exhibiting at Zuchex International Home and Kitchenware Exhibition in Istanbul, Turkey. Through its brands serving different product categories and customer segments, POWTEK engaged with industry professionals, international buyers and potential business partners while strengthening its connections across the European market.

The two exhibitions highlighted POWTEK's capabilities across diverse sectors. At Heating Tech Expo 2026, KALTEC showcased customized HVAC solutions and R&D tailored for the European market, while MORRTOP and X-CRAFTER presented kitchen appliances at Zuchex 2026 to demonstrate the Group's manufacturing and development expertise to global buyers.

Founded in 2003, POWTEK is a worldwide leading manufacturer specializing in heating and domestic hot water, alongside smart kitchen appliances. As a trusted, long-term partner to world-renowned brands, POWTEK proudly delivers high-quality solutions to customers in more than 50 countries and regions.

Operating 12 intelligent production lines with an annual capacity of 2 million units, the Group's new manufacturing base has been completed and put into operation, further expanding its production capabilities and supporting growing demand from international markets. The facilities strictly adhere to international manufacturing protocols, holding full ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications.

KALTEC, a brand of POWTEK Group, has developed a presence in the European HVAC market through its Spanish subsidiary, Kaltec-Confort S.L.U., and its membership in Spain's HVAC industry association FEGECA. MORRTOP and X-CRAFTER extend the Group's multi-brand portfolio into the kitchen appliance sector, enabling POWTEK Group to address different market needs through specialized brands and product offerings.

"Europe and international markets have long been important to POWTEK's business development. Through our brands participating in Heating Tech Expo and Zuchex, we had the opportunity to engage directly with industry professionals, customers and potential partners from different markets," said Michael Chan, CEO of POWTEK. "By bringing different brands to specialized exhibitions, we aim to demonstrate the Group's capabilities in product development, R&D and manufacturing while exploring long-term cooperation with more international partners. We are confident in the prospects of the European market and look forward to providing more customers with high-quality manufacturing services."

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INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of AtaiBeckley Inc. AtaiBeckley is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing rapid-acting neuroplastogens for mental health conditions, including BPL-003, its lead investigational program for treatment-resistant depression.

"Treatment-resistant depression persists even after multiple treatment attempts, leaving millions of people still searching for relief," said Carole Ho, Lilly executive vice president and president, Lilly Neuroscience. "AtaiBeckley's neuroplastogens have the potential to open a new paradigm of treatment, with rapid-acting therapeutics designed to move away from chronic dosing. It's the innovation this field needs, and we are committed to advancing them for patients who need more options."

The transaction was approved by AtaiBeckley shareholders at a special meeting held prior to closing.

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