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CGTN: Private economy: A key actor in advancing China's economic priorities in 2026 and beyond

BEIJING, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CGTN published an article exploring the Chinese private sector's pivotal role in advancing the priorities of the country's current economic work. The article highlights the significant achievements of private enterprises over the past year and analyzes how, by leveraging distinct strengths in innovation, market responsiveness, and entrepreneurship, they are driving consumption, technological innovation and opening-up, thereby underpinning the country's high-quality development. From the rise of domestic generative AI models such as DeepSeek and Seedance, to the global frenzy over China's domestic IP products such as the video game "Black Myth: Wukong" and Labubu dolls; from breakthroughs in humanoid robotic technologies led by firms such as Unitree Robotics, to the rapid growth of commercial aerospace marked by the launch of reusable rocket carrier Zhuque-3, these developments illustrate the strong momentum of China's private sector over the past year. Private enterprises: A vital pillar of China's high-quality development A year ago, on February 17, 2025, at a symposium on private enterprises in Beijing, President Xi Jinping highlighted the important role of the private economy in driving high-quality development and Chinese modernization, saying that the private economy has broad development prospects and immense potential, and it is the perfect time for private companies and entrepreneurs to fully demonstrate their prowess. A recently published article by President Xi on the key tasks of China's current economic work points out that domestic demand will remain a focus in building a robust domestic market. The article, drawing from a speech delivered by President Xi at the Central Economic Work Conference last December, also underscores the need to enhance innovation-driven development to accelerate the cultivation of new growth drivers, as well as continuing opening up to promote win-win cooperation in various fields, among other key focuses for the country's current economic agenda. With its considerable scale and prominent position in the country's economy, as well as strengths in innovation, market responsiveness, organizational flexibility, and entrepreneurial spirit, the private sector is expected to play a pivotal role in advancing these key priorities. Driving consumption, innovation and opening-up Private enterprises are more sensitive to emerging changes in consumer demand, allowing them to provide products and services in response to these new trends, said Bai Chong-en, dean of the School of Economics and Management at Tsinghua University. They also holds distinct advantages in driving innovation, especially in areas of relatively unknown or pioneering innovation, he added. On the consumption front, for example, food delivery giant Meituan pioneered innovative new models for instant urban delivery, launching 64 drone delivery routes and completing more than 600,000 orders last year. Meanwhile, Wenzhou Runxin Machinery has developed fully automated water treatment control valves, meeting growing demand for high-quality equipment. In the first half of 2025, private enterprises generated 71.7 percent of the national sales revenue. Private companies now make up more than 92 percent of China's high-tech enterprises. They possess keen technological insight with a strong market orientation, enabling them to swiftly identify demand and accelerate the commercialization of innovation. For instance, Longyu Robotics has developed core technologies for heavy-duty automated guided vehicles, breaking foreign technological constraints. DJI, backed by sharp market insight and sustained R&D investment, has become a global leader in drones. Beyond boosting consumption and innovation, the private sector can play a greater role in China's opening-up efforts. Despite headwinds in global trade, private enterprises accounted for 57.3 percent of the total trade last year, remaining the country's top foreign trade contributors for seven consecutive years. Increasingly, private companies are expanding overseas and deepening international cooperation in the green, digital, and marine economies. In his recently published article, President Xi also emphasized enhancing the regulatory and policy framework supporting the Private Economy Promotion Law, enacted last May. Stronger policy support is expected to further optimize the business environment and enable private enterprises to play a greater role in advancing the country's economic priorities ahead. For more information, please click:https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-02-18/Private-economy-as-a-key-driver-of-China-s-economic-priorities-1KPYvmGWgwM/p.html

2026-02-18

Waiting for You in Spring

The 2026 Silk Road Spring Festival Gala: A Global Presentation for a Shared New Journey XI'AN, China, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A News Report form Shaanxi International Communication Center: The Silk Road Spring Festival Gala is an ongoing cultural exchange brand developed by Shaanxi Media Convergence (Shaanxi Broadcast and Television Station). Since its launch in 2017, the gala has used Silk Road culture as a bridge to promote people-to-people exchanges and cooperation between China and countries along the Silk Road. It has showcased the charm of Chinese culture and the dynamic practice of mutual learning among diverse civilizations, gradually evolving into an internationally influential communication platform. jwplayer.key="3Fznr2BGJZtpwZmA+81lm048ks6+0NjLXyDdsO2YkfE=" jwplayer('myplayer1').setup({file: 'https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2915864/2026.mp4', image: 'https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2915864/2026.mp4?p=medium', autostart:'false', stretching : 'uniform', width: '512', height: '288'}); The 2026 Silk Road Spring Festival Gala is co-produced by Shaanxi Media Convergence (Shaanxi Broadcasting Corporation) and media organizations from Central Asian countries, and will be broadcast globally during the 2026 Chinese Lunar New Year. With the theme of "Spring Along the Silk Road, Ever Advancing Toward Prosperity," the gala will present a grand cultural exchange event that transcends geographical boundaries and connects China with the world. The 2026 Gala adopts an innovative communication model integrating technology, real scenes and digital production, breaking the limits of traditional stage performances. It travels to key cities along the ancient Silk Road for in-depth co-creation with media partners in Central Asian countries. Using cultural landmarks such as local museums, cultural and tourist sites, and iconic buildings as stages, it conducts on-location filming to explore vibrant stories of people along the Silk Road. By incorporating virtual reality technologies, the gala creates an immersive audio-visual experience, showcasing the beauty of diverse cultural integration. As an important bridge for cultural exchanges between China and the world, the 2026 Silk Road Spring Festival Gala will celebrate the Spring Festival with Chinese communities worldwide. It will also present to the international community the Silk Road spirit of openness, inclusiveness, and win-win cooperation, and join hands with friends across the globe toward a promising new year. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/16qzxVxG3j/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1HzZsYiBCg/ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1C8raF3EuA/ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/18PQXQseom/ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZNRfhcNfW/

2026-02-18

AIR RACE X UNVEILS 2026 PILOT LINEUP: World Champion Yoshihide Muroya and Global Elite Set for Four-Round Championship Battle

Six Confirmed Pilots Include Multiple World Champions and Rising Stars: Two Debut Pilots to Be Announced in March TOKYO and OSAKA and SAPPORO, Japan, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AIR RACE X today announced six confirmed pilots for its highly anticipated 2026 season, featuring a lineup of world-class competitors headlined by two-time reigning champion Yoshihide Muroya and 2025 series winner Patrick Davidson. The championship will consist of four rounds conducted through AIR RACE X's revolutionary remote racing format, with global broadcast coverage via the official YouTube channel. (c) AIR RACE X Racing at speeds exceeding 400 km/h while enduring gravitational forces of up to 12G, pilots will compete across three-dimensional courses in the most demanding test of precision flying in motorsport. The series represents a new chapter in modern air racing competition, bringing together the sport's most accomplished pilots and breakthrough talent. The 2026 Pilot Roster #31 Yoshihide Muroya (Japan) – 2023 & 2024 AIR RACE X Champion. The sport's dominant force returns to defend his consecutive titles. #77 Patrick Davidson (South Africa) – 2025 AIR RACE X Champion. Last season's title winner enters with championship momentum. #8 Martin Šonka (Czech Republic) – Former world champion and veteran tactician. One of air racing's most decorated competitors. #26 Juan Velarde (Spain) – Precision control specialist and accomplished international competitor. #86 Emma McDonald (Australia) – Rising star and standard-bearer for the sport's next generation of talent. #7 Aarron Delue (Australia) – Breakthrough performer from 2025, bringing youth and aggression to the championship fight. Two additional debut pilot announcements scheduled for March 2026. These final entries are expected to reshape competitive dynamics and introduce fresh challengers to the established order. About AIR RACE X: Where Technology Meets Extreme Performance AIR RACE X operates on a unique hybrid competitive platform combining remote racing and live events under unified competition standards. This revolutionary format enables pilots to compete from their home bases while maintaining absolute competitive parity through advanced digital systems. Remote Racing Technology: Real-World Competition: The world's top race pilots experiencing the full physical demands of racing through the course at their specific airport location Racetrack Global Positioning: Identical three-dimensional course configurations deployed globally, ensuring standardized competitive conditions regardless of location. Advanced technology tracks and measures the pilots' movements in flight with precise measurements Performance Equalization: Proprietary algorithms automatically compensate for altitude, temperature, and air density variations, eliminating environmental advantages Aircraft Specifications: The championship utilizes the Zivko Edge 540, the world's premier unlimited aerobatic aircraft. With a 530kg airframe powered by a Lycoming high-performance aircraft engine, the Edge 540 achieves: Maximum velocity: 426 km/h (265 mph) Rotational rate: 420 degrees per second Maximum load factor: 12G Power-to-weight ratio exceeding high-performance supercars Statement from AIR RACE X CEO Desmond Barry "The 2026 season represents a transformative milestone in AIR RACE X's evolution. Our remote racing platform has eliminated geographical barriers while preserving the pure essence of competitive flying—skill, precision, and judgement. This season's blend of proven champions and emerging talent creates the conditions for truly exceptional competition. We've assembled a field where championship outcomes will be decided by fractions of seconds and singular moments of brilliance. AIR RACE X continues to pioneer the future of aerial motorsport, and we invite audiences worldwide to witness history being written in the sky." AIR RACE X Main Websitehttps://www.airracex.com/ Simone Hawkinsinfo@airracex.com +81-90-6722-8492 Desmond Barrydesmond.barry@airracex.com +81-70-9042-5250

2026-02-18

Radisson Rewards launches a raft of new partnerships to benefit its 27 million plus members

BRUSSELS, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Radisson Rewards, the global loyalty program for Radisson Hotel Group, has surpassed 27 million members within three years, reflecting its rapid growth and strong global appeal. In 2025, the program introduced a series of new and expanded partnerships across banking, travel and lifestyle sectors, strengthening its promise to make earning and using points easier, more relevant and more rewarding for members worldwide. Radisson Rewards These new partnerships not only broaden everyday earning opportunities but also simplify points conversion and deliver added value through exclusive benefits. As Radisson Hotel Group's global portfolio continues to grow, now spanning more than 1,600 hotels including member favourite resorts and city hotels, members now have more cities than ever to redeem their rewards in. Strengthening financial partnerships across key markets As part of Radisson Rewards' expansion strategy across high-growth regions, including the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, the program has significantly broadened its global banking network in 2025. These partnerships form part of a broader expansion strategy in Radisson Hotel Group high growth markets of Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and India and they enable clients to seamlessly convert points from the bank's own loyalty program into Radisson Rewards points. As the largest bank in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East, Al Rajhi Bank joins Radisson Hotel Group as a significant new partner, marking a major milestone in the Group's expansion across the Kingdom. This momentum is further strengthened by a new partnership with HSBC Bank in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. Together with AI-enabled meetings and events solutions and culturally tailored F&B concepts, these initiatives deepen Radisson Hotel Group's connection with guests and loyalty members throughout the region. The Group has achieved record growth in India, recording 33 new hotel signings and expanding into 11 new cities in 2025. It has now partnered with HDFC Bank, India's largest private sector bank, and Axis Bank, the third-largest private sector bank in India, to offer guests and clients unrivalled access to hotels and rewards. In the United Kingdom, Radisson Hotel Group formed a new partnership with business credit card provider Capital on Tap, offering their PRO customers an exclusive tier match. This grants them immediate VIP status to utilize within Radisson Rewards. As part of this collaboration, all Capital on Tap bank customers can also seamlessly convert points earned through the bank's loyalty program directly into Radisson Rewards points, creating a streamlined path to enhanced travel benefits and rewards. Everyday rewards through lifestyle partnerships In an exciting expansion, the new Radisson Rewards Shop introduces a powerful new way for members to accelerate their earnings, uniquely positioning Radisson Rewards as a lifestyle ecosystem rather than a travel‑only program by allowing members to earn points on everyday purchases while shopping with their favourite brands. Brands in the portal include lifestyle favourites like Fnac, Sephora, Adidas, Nike, Apple, and Samsung. This elevated proposition makes Radisson Rewards stand out turning routine shopping into a rewarding experience that strengthens long‑term loyalty and keeps the brand present in members' everyday lives. Radisson Rewards Shop is currently available in the UK, US, India, Spain, France, Italy and Germany. Further strengthening its travel ecosystem, Radisson Rewards has extended its partnership with GetYourGuide, a booking platform for travel tours, attractions, excursions and activities around the world. Radisson Rewards members in all markets are now able to earn points per every US dollar spent in every market worldwide – enabling them more experiences, and more rewards. Radisson Rewards offers one of the sector's most streamlined tier structures, enabling members to reach the highest tier twice as fast as traditional hotel loyalty programs, with benefits available from day one. Combined with dynamic redemption and an expanding partner ecosystem, members enjoy greater flexibility and more meaningful ways to earn points and redeem them for exceptional experiences across the more than 1600 hotels. "These partnerships reflect our commitment to expanding Radisson Rewards beyond hotel stays and creating a truly global lifestyle program," said Ana Martinez de Velasco, Global Director, Radisson Rewards at Radisson Hotel Group "By integrating with leading brands across banking, travel, and retail, we are giving our members more ways to earn, more ways to engage, and more reasons to stay loyal." Learn more about Radisson Rewards. For high-resolution pictures, click here. ABOUT RADISSON HOTEL GROUP Radisson Hotel Group is a rapidly expanding international hotel group, operating in EMEA and APAC with more than 1,600 hotels in operation and under development in +100 countries. The Group's overarching brand promise is Every Moment Matters with a signature Yes I Can! service ethos. The Radisson brand portfolio includes Radisson Collection, art'otel, Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Radisson Individuals, Park Plaza, Park Inn by Radisson, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, and Prize by Radisson — brought together under one commercial umbrella brand, Radisson Hotels. Radisson Rewards is Radisson Hotel Group's loyalty program, which delivers an elevated experience that makes Every Moment Matter, counting more than 27 million members. As the most streamlined program in the sector, members enjoy exceptional advantages and can access their benefits from day one across a wide range of hotels in Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. Radisson Meetings provides tailored solutions for any event or meeting, including hybrid solutions, placing guests and their needs at the heart of its offer. Radisson Meetings is built around three strong service commitments: Personal, Professional, and Memorable, while delivering on the brilliant basics and being uniquely Carbon Compensated. At Radisson Hotel Group, we care for people, communities, and planet and aim to be Net Zero by 2050 based on the approved Science Based Targets. With unique solutions such as carbon-compensated Radisson Meetings, we make sustainable hotel stays easy. To facilitate sustainable travel choices, all our hotels are becoming verified on Hotel Sustainability Basics. The health and safety of guests and team members remain a top priority for Radisson Hotel Group. All properties across the Group's portfolio are subject to health and safety requirements, ensuring we always care for our guests and team members. For more information, visit our corporate website. Or connect with Radisson Hotels on: LinkedIn | TikTok | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | WhatsApp | X

2026-02-18

Chulalongkorn University Unveils AnthoRice™ Complex, A Breakthrough in Hair-Root Science

BANGKOK, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Chulalongkorn University and Mahidol University have entered a landmark technology-transfer collaboration to commercialize AnthoRice™ Complex, a Thai-developed hair-root care innovation derived from organic Riceberry rice, marking a significant step in translating academic research into real-world health and wellness applications. Chulalongkorn University Unveils AnthoRice™ Complex, A Breakthrough in Hair-Root Science Developed by researchers from the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chulalongkorn University, AnthoRice™ Complex combines organic Riceberry rice extracts with StemAktiv® technology. The research has been validated in international academic journals and is now moving toward clinical trials at Siriraj Hospital in early 2026, positioning the product for potential upgrade from cosmetics to cosmeceuticals. University leaders emphasized that the partnership reflects a shared vision of universities as engines of societal impact. The signing ceremony formalized a technology-transfer agreement between Chula PharTech Co., Ltd. and Thaithonburi Corporation Co., Ltd., witnessed by senior executives from both institutions' pharmaceutical science and medical faculties. The collaboration integrates expertise across research, medicine, and industry to meet international standards of efficacy, safety, and sustainability. Scientific presentations traced AnthoRice™ Complex's journey from cellular research to clinical application, highlighting mechanisms such as autophagy activation, oxidative-stress reduction, and stem-cell stimulation in dermal papilla cells—key to hair follicle health. Researchers explained that Riceberry extracts, rich in anthocyanins and antioxidants, stimulate melanin production through dual biological pathways, offering potential to address hair loss and premature graying at the cellular root level rather than surface symptoms. The project also underscores social and economic value creation. Organic Riceberry rice is sourced from farming communities in Phetchabun and Phichit provinces, areas affected by climate volatility and price fluctuations. By adding value through standardized, GMP-certified extraction and downstream manufacturing, the initiative aims to raise farmers' income while strengthening Thailand's herbal and rice-based research credibility. AnthoRice™ Complex represents the first fully integrated national collaboration between Thailand's two leading universities to develop rice-based cosmeceuticals from farm to clinic. The end-to-end model—spanning agriculture, laboratory science, clinical trials, and commercialization—aligns with multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals and positions Thai innovation for global impact, with 24-week clinical trials set to evaluate hair density, color changes, scalp health, and overall safety. Read the full article at https://www.chula.ac.th/en/highlight/285760/ Media Contact: Chula Communication CenterEmail: Pataraporn.r@chula.ac.th

2026-02-18

Little Artists Art Studio, Singapore Shines at Art Capital 2026

PARIS and SINGAPORE, Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the conclusion of Art Capital 2026 at the Grand Palais, Paris, Little Artists Art Studio, Singapore, has once again affirmed its position as a global leader in serious youth art education, marking a rare and consequential consecutive participation at one of the world's most prestigious and historic art institutions. &amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;Little Artists at Art Capital 2026 Montage Building on its historic 2025 debut—when Little Artists' students became the first children ever included in the 200-year history of Art Capital and the studio was awarded the Prix D'Innovation—the 2026 return signals not a singular achievement, but the establishment of a lasting international presence. During the exhibition, Little Artists' students presented a curated body of work across age groups, including neurodiverse and special-needs artists, to an international audience of collectors, curators, educators and art professionals. The works were exhibited within the main salon framework, reinforcing the studio's philosophy that artistic excellence is defined by discipline, depth, and vision—not age. Student were interviewed by international media, jury, art critics, master artists and environmentalist who were impressed by the maturity of the young students imagination and execution. "To return to the Grand Palais following a historic debut is an exceptional achievement where students works are shown alongside mature and established artists, some whose works are also in the museums. We are grateful to all the Jury who spent their time to consider our students to exhibit their work at Art Capital 2026," said Shalini Kapoor, Founder and Director of Little Artists Art Studio. The studio's presence at Art Capital positions Singapore not merely as a participant in global culture, but as a producer of future cultural leaders, capable of contributing meaningfully to the international art canon. Reflecting on the studio's impact, Bruno Madelaine, President of the Société des Artistes Français, previously remarked: "We are not accustomed to seeing such young artists here. It is an exceptional event for us, and I am very proud of it." Held annually at the Grand Palais, Art Capital brings together more than 3,000 artists and attracts over 150,000 visitors, including leading collectors, curators, critics, and cultural institutions from across the globe. At its core is the Le Salon des Artistes Français, founded in 1881 and descended from the original Paris Salon established under Louis XIV—an institution synonymous with artistic rigor and legacy. Founded over three decades ago, Little Artists Art Studio has become synonymous with deep foundational training, process-driven artistic development, and international exposure. The studio's alumni have gone on to study and practice at leading institutions including RISD, Parsons, SOTA, Central Saint Martins, and the Royal College of Art and to exhibit professionally around the world. As the Art Capital 2026 concludes in Grand Palais, Little Artists Art Studio's presence stands as a powerful affirmation that the next generation of artists is not waiting in the wings—they are already shaping the future of global art. The Little Artists at Grand Palais The Little Artists with the Art Capital jury Art Capital Jury at Little Artists Exhibit

2026-02-17

AT GLOBAL IMPACT SUMMIT, RIVKIN CHAMPIONS CREATOR-CENTERED AI POLICY

AI's future depends on protecting creativity, building trust, and strengthening value for creators, MPA chairman declares DELHI, India, Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On February 16, the opening day of India's AI Impact Summit, Charles Rivkin, Chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association (MPA), joined Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister for Information & Broadcasting (MIB), Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), and Railways, Government of India, for a fireside conversation on the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the creative economy. Both leaders acknowledged that AI represents a new and exciting frontier for the global creative industries – sectors with a long and proven history of embracing transformative technologies in pursuit of creative excellence. "AI can and must be used to expand creativity in a responsible way," Rivkin said. "Our member studios are at the forefront of this transformation, recognising the immense potential of AI to enhance storytelling while keeping human creativity at the heart of filmmaking. Strong copyright frameworks are indispensable — they anchor a vibrant creative economy, drive investment in the media & entertainment sector and turn creative ingenuity and storytelling into world-class cultural exports." "I commend the Government of India for convening this forum at such a consequential moment," he added. Speaking about the intersection of the creative economy and AI, Minister Vaishnaw said: "We believe that human creativity is the most important thing that we have in our entire civilisation. So we must protect it. We must make sure that any system that protects human creativity and enhances it, is a better system. There shouldn't be a dilutive effect. There should be more of a complementing impact on human creativity." The event, Rewarding Our Creative Future in the Age of AI – Strengthening India Through Innovation, Trust and Talent, was organised by the MPA in partnership with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), MIB, and Creative First, with support from a broad cross-section of film, television and streaming industry organisations. The AI & Creative Economy track directly supports some of the key pillars underpinning the AI Impact Summit, especially around human capital, trusted AI, and AI for economic and social good. The program builds on the momentum of last year's WAVES Summit and serves as a bridge to next year's gathering, reinforcing India's leadership at the convergence of creativity, technology and culture, and recognizes MPA member studios' continued contribution to the growth of the screen industry. The AI Impact Summit, convened at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is positioned as the first major global AI gathering in the southern hemisphere. It has drawn heads of state from 20 nations, ministerial delegations from 45 countries, and CEOs from the biggest technology companies. Following Monday's fireside conversation, MPA convened an industry discussion during which production and VFX experts underscored how AI is an active collaborator across the content value chain. The panel session – Where Content Meets Code; Reimagining Storytelling – featured Prasoon Joshi, Poet, Screenwriter, advertising legend and Chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification; Sushant Sreeram, Head of Marketing & SVOD at JioStar; Tyrone Estephan, Managing Director at Alt.VFX; Merzin Tavaria, Co-Founder and President – Global Production & Operations at DNEG; Niraj Ruparel, Creative Technology Lead at WPP and WPP Media India; and Vatsal Sheth, Co-Founder and CEO of Prismix Studios. The MPA's program exploring the intersection of AI and the creative economy will continue throughout 2026 across key markets. Images from the event are available here. About The Motion Picture Association The Motion Picture Association (MPA) serves as the leading voice and advocate of the motion picture, home video, and television industries. It works in every corner of the globe to advance the creative industry, protect its members' content across all screens, defend the creative and artistic freedoms of storytellers, and support innovative distribution models that bring an expansion of viewing choices to audiences around the world. Its member studios are: Netflix, Paramount Pictures, Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios, Sony Pictures, Universal Studios, The Walt Disney Studios, and Warner Bros. Discovery. Charles Rivkin is Chairman and CEO.

2026-02-17

Fujitsu automates entire software development lifecycle with new AI-Driven Software Development Platform

Platform will be used in modifications of all 67 software packages provided to medical and governmental industry customers by end of fiscal year 2026 TOKYO, Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fujitsu Limited today announced the development and launch of its AI-Driven Software Development Platform, a new initiative to bring software development into the AI age and contribute to the sustainable growth of its customers and society. This platform automates the entire software development process, from requirements definition and design to implementation and integration testing. By leveraging the Takane LLM and agentic AI technology for large-scale software development developed by Fujitsu Research, the AI-Driven Software Development Platform enables AI agents to understand complex, evolving large-scale systems owned by enterprises and public organizations. The platform has multiple AI agents collaboratively execute each stage of software development, achieving full automation of the entire process without human intervention. Fujitsu aims to use this AI-Driven Software Development Platform to carry out revisions to all 67 types of medical and government business software products provided by Fujitsu Japan Limited by the end of fiscal year 2026. The revisions are necessary due to legal and regulatory changes. From January 2026, the platform has been used in Japan for software modifications made necessary by the 2026 medical fee revisions. In a PoC that updated software as per the 2024 medical fee revisions, the platform demonstrated a significant reduction in development time for one of approximately 300 change requests. Using conventional software development methods the modifications would have taken three person-months. With this technology that was dramatically shortened to four hours, achieving a 100-fold increase in productivity. By utilizing this AI-driven development platform, Fujitsu will dramatically improve the speed of software modifications necessitated by legal amendments and system changes. In AI-driven development, Fujitsu positions AI-Ready Engineering—the process of preparing assets and knowledge to ensure AI correctly understands existing systems and achieves highly reliable automation—as crucial. With AI-Ready Engineering and the AI-Driven Software Development Platform working in tandem, Fujitsu will accelerate AI-driven software development. Fujitsu will promote a transformation in engineers' work styles, strengthening its Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) complement, and shifting the paradigm of software development from a conventional person-month-based approach to a customer value-based approach. For full release click here

2026-02-17

Webull to Release Fourth Quarter 2025 Results on March 4, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Webull Corporation (NASDAQ: BULL) today announced that it will release its fourth quarter 2025 earnings results after market close on March 4, 2026. On that day, the management team will host a conference call to discuss the Company's results at 5:00 p.m. ET. Investors may access the conference call and accompanying presentation on the Company's website at www.webullcorp.com/investor-relations. For those unable to listen to the conference call, a recorded version will be made available for replay. Details of the conference call are as follows: URL:https://event.choruscall.com/mediaframe/webcast.html?webcastid=Uo79nQaz Participant Dial-in (North America Toll Free): 1-866-652-5200 International Participant Dial-in: 1-412-317-6060 About Webull CorporationWebull Corporation (NASDAQ: BULL) owns and operates Webull, a leading digital investment platform built on next-generation global infrastructure. Through its global network of licensed brokerages, Webull offers investment services in 14 markets across North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and Latin America. Webull serves more than 25 million registered users globally, providing retail investors with 24/7 access to global financial markets. Users can put investment strategies to work by trading global stocks, ETFs, options, futures, fractional shares, and digital assets through Webull's trading platform, which seamlessly integrates market data and information, its user community, and investor education resources. Learn more at http://www.webullcorp.com. You may also access certain information on Webull and its securities on the website of the SEC at http://www.sec.gov, where Webull will, among others, be filing reports, such as Reports on Form 6-K and its Annual Report on Form 20-F. Webull Investor Relationsir@webullcorp.com Webull Media Relations5W Public RelationsNicholas Koulermoswebull@5wpr.com(212) 999-5585

2026-02-17

BON Partners with Chang'an Pilot to Launch World-Class Joint Laboratory for Natural Ingredient Bio-manufacturing

XI'AN, China, Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bon Natural Life Limited (Nasdaq: BON) ("BON"or the "Company"), a leading bio-ingredient provider for the natural health and personal care industries, today announced the establishment of the BON & Pilot Joint Laboratory for Natural Ingredients and Bio-Manufacturing (the "Joint Laboratory"). The Joint Laboratory was inaugurated on December 18, 2025 through a collaboration between the Company's domestic operating subsidiary, Xi'an App-Chem Bio-Tech Co., Ltd., and Shaanxi Chang'an Pilot Life Science Industry Innovation Center Co., Ltd. ("Chang'an Pilot"). The Joint Laboratory will focus on the research and development of bio-manufactured natural active ingredients for use in functional foods and personal care products. Through the integration of fermentation-based biosynthesis, natural compound isolation, and artificial intelligence-enabled process optimization, the Joint Laboratory is intended to support the Company's efforts to improve production efficiency, supply reliability, and environmental sustainability compared to traditional plant-based extraction methods. Founded in 2006, BON operates in the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of natural active ingredients for applications in health and personal care products. The Company's product portfolio includes plant-derived extracts, functional food ingredients, and personal care actives. BON serves customers in China, North America, the European Union, Japan, South Korea, and other international markets. BON possesses technical capabilities in natural ingredient extraction, separation, and biosynthesis, supported by a proprietary artificial intelligence-enabled bio-manufacturing research and development platform designed to integrate data analytics and process engineering for scalable production. Chang'an Pilot, established in 2022, provides laboratory infrastructure and research services focused on life sciences and artificial intelligence-enabled manufacturing technologies. Yongwei Hu, Chairman of BON, stated, "We believe the establishment of this Joint Laboratory will strengthen our research capabilities and create meaningful collaboration between our respective teams. We expect this initiative will support our continued efforts to develop scalable, high-quality natural ingredients and advance our long-term growth strategy." About Bon Natural Life Limited ("BON") BON is a Cayman Islands company engaged in the business of natural, health, and personal care industries. For more information, please visit the Company's website at http://www.bnlus.com. For more information, please contact: Cindy Liu | IREmail: bonnatural@appchem.cn Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains certain statements that may include "forward-looking statements." All statements other than statements of historical fact included herein are "forward-looking statements." These forward-looking statements are often identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "believes," "expects" or similar expressions, involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, they do involve assumptions, risks, and uncertainties, and these expectations may prove to be incorrect. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including those discussed in the Company's periodic reports that are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and available on its website (http://www.sec.gov). All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these factors. Other than as required under the securities laws, the Company does not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements.

2026-02-17