New Yindii survey finds just 14% would choose a traditional box of mooncakes as their preferred Mid-Autumn gift, while 80% have experienced leftover mooncakes and more than one in five have thrown away unopened mooncakes that were still safe to eat

HONG KONG, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mooncakes are one of Hong Kong’s most enduring symbols of generosity and togetherness. But Yindii’s latest consumer research suggests that the tradition of giving more may also be creating an unintended problem: many people are receiving more mooncakes than they actually want to eat.

Among respondents, 72% said they receive more mooncakes than they want to eat. Yet when asked what they would most like to receive for Mid-Autumn Festival, only 14% chose a traditional box of mooncakes. Instead, 30% would prefer gift or cash vouchers, 24% would prefer a smaller box or fewer mooncakes, and 20% said they do not actually need a gift at all.

The findings point to what Yindii calls Hong Kong’s “Mooncake Paradox”: mooncakes continue to be given generously as a symbol of appreciation, even when the recipient may not necessarily want — or be able to finish — them.

From unwanted gifts to food waste

The mismatch does not just leave households with excess mooncakes — it can also lead to avoidable food waste.

Nearly 80% of respondents said their household has experienced leftover, uneaten mooncakes after Mid-Autumn Festival in previous years. More strikingly, 22% said they have thrown away unopened mooncakes that were still safe to eat.

The findings sit within a much wider food-waste challenge in Hong Kong. According to the Hong Kong Environmental Protection Department, approximately 3,001 tonnes of food waste were disposed of at landfills every day in 2024, accounting for around 30% of municipal solid waste.

Mid-Autumn brings an additional seasonal dimension to the issue. Feeding Hong Kong estimates that up to 2.8 million mooncakes go uneaten in Hong Kong households each year. Its annual Mooncake Madness campaign is collecting eligible unopened surplus mooncakes across Hong Kong until 18 September 2026 for redistribution to frontline charities.

“Mooncakes are meant to represent generosity, reunion and appreciation, and we absolutely want to preserve that tradition. But our survey suggests that more isn’t always more meaningful,” said Mahima Rajangam Natarajan, Co-Founder of Yindii.

“If people are consistently receiving more than they want, the problem starts before the mooncake reaches the bin. It starts with a mismatch between how much we give, how much people actually want, and where the surplus can go. The opportunity is to make that surplus valuable again while the food is still perfectly good.”

Hong Kong consumers are open to rescuing surplus

The survey also suggests that surplus does not automatically have to become waste.

When respondents were asked whether they would consider buying good-quality, safe-to-eat surplus mooncakes from hotels, bakeries or retailers at discounted prices, 36% said they would, while another 45% said they might.  

In total, 81% did not rule out buying discounted surplus mooncakes.

Interestingly, the findings suggest that environmental impact alone is not what drives consumer interest — value also matters. For Yindii, this highlights an important part of changing consumer behaviour: fighting food waste needs to be both good for the planet and genuinely attractive to the customer.

“Sustainability becomes much easier to scale when consumers don’t have to choose between doing good and getting a great deal,” Natarajan added. “Surplus food still has value. The challenge is connecting it with someone who wants it, at the right time and at the right price.”

Turning surplus into opportunity

Yindii connects consumers with surplus food from bakeries, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and hotels through its app. Businesses can offer good food that would otherwise remain unsold through discounted Surprise Bags, allowing consumers to access quality food for less while merchants recover value from their surplus.

In Hong Kong, the Yindii community has already rescued more than 500,000 meals from going to waste, while helping food businesses recover approximately HK$17 million in value from surplus food.

The platform works with businesses ranging from neighbourhood food stores to major bakery, coffee and hotel brands, demonstrating that surplus food can be treated as an opportunity rather than an inevitable cost.

Yindii believes the same principle can be applied to seasonal occasions such as Mid-Autumn Festival: businesses can improve forecasting, consumers can choose quantities that better match what they need, genuine surplus can find new customers while it is still good to eat, and unopened mooncakes that remain can be shared or donated rather than discarded.

This Mid-Autumn Festival, Yindii is encouraging Hong Kong consumers and businesses to rethink one simple question:

How can we keep the generosity of the tradition — without the waste?

Key survey findings

• 72% say they receive more mooncakes than they actually want to eat.
• 80% have experienced leftover mooncakes after Mid-Autumn Festival.
• Only 14% would choose a traditional box of mooncakes as their preferred Mid-Autumn gift.
• 22% have thrown away unopened mooncakes that were still safe to eat.
• 30% would prefer gift or cash vouchers, while 24% would prefer a smaller box or fewer mooncakes.
   

Survey methodology

The Yindii Mid-Autumn Festival survey was conducted digitally in September 2026 and distributed to approximately 25,000 Yindii users in Hong Kong.

About Yindii

Yindii is Asia’s surplus food marketplace, connecting consumers with quality unsold food from restaurants, bakeries, cafés, hotels, supermarkets and other food businesses at significant discounts.

By helping businesses turn surplus into revenue and giving consumers an affordable way to enjoy quality food, Yindii aims to make food rescue an easy, everyday behaviour.

Across its markets in Hong Kong SAR, Thailand, Singapore and South Korea, the Yindii community has rescued more than 1.2 million meals and prevented approximately 2,900 tonnes of CO₂ emissions.

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Three Exclusive Rewards to Thank Consumers for 27 Years of Support
Moving Forward Together, Caring for Every Step of the Health Journey

HONG KONG, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hong Kong pain management expert Herbalgy is celebrating a special milestone this year as the brand marks its 27th anniversary while brand ambassador Keung To turns 27. Bringing these two meaningful occasions together, Herbalgy presents the anniversary theme, “Herbalgy 27th Anniversary • Keung To, With You Every Step of the Way,” and launches the “27 × 27 Together Rewards” online promotion^#, featuring three exclusive rewards in appreciation of Hong Kong consumers’ continued support over the past 27 years.

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Herbalgy × Keung To: Celebrating “27 × 27” and Moving Forward Together

For 27 years, Herbalgy has grown alongside Hong Kong, staying closely connected to the everyday health needs of people living in the city’s fast-paced environment. From shoulder and neck fatigue caused by long working hours and physical strain from daily activities to muscle discomfort after exercise, Herbalgy offers a diverse range of pain management products designed to support different lifestyles and everyday needs.

This year brings an especially meaningful connection: Herbalgy celebrates 27 years in Hong Kong as Keung To reaches the age of 27. The shared “27 × 27” milestone represents more than a number; it reflects two journeys of growth, perseverance and moving forward.

Under the anniversary message “Herbalgy 27th Anniversary • Keung To, With You Every Step of the Way,” Herbalgy hopes to encourage everyone to take care of their body while continuing to pursue their goals, careers and dreams. Whether facing the demands of work, everyday life or personal challenges, taking care of everyday pain can help people move forward with greater confidence. Every step matters, and Herbalgy is here to support every step of the journey.

Celebrate “27 × 27” with Three Exclusive Online Rewards

To share the joy of this special milestone with consumers, Herbalgy is launching the “27 × 27 Together Rewards” online promotion#, featuring three exclusive offers in appreciation of the support and trust Hong Kong consumers have shown the brand throughout its 27-year journey.

From a one-day sitewide discount and a special Keung To anniversary surprise to a collection of 27 travel-size health products^#, each reward is inspired by the number “27”. The promotion offers consumers a timely opportunity to stock up on everyday pain management essentials for themselves and their families while celebrating the milestone with Herbalgy and Keung To.

Reward 1: Enjoy 27% Off Sitewide for One Day Only

On 16 September, consumers can enjoy 27% off sitewide when shopping at Herbalgy’s official online store.

Available for one day only, the special anniversary offer gives consumers the opportunity to replenish everyday pain management essentials at an exclusive price or select practical health products for family and loved ones.^#

Reward 2: Spend HK$430 and Receive a Keung To Anniversary Surprise Gift

From 16 September to 15 October, consumers who make a net purchase of HK$430 or above at Herbalgy’s official online store will receive a Keung To anniversary surprise gift. Created especially for the shared “27 × 27” milestone, the exclusive gift offers fans and consumers a memorable way to celebrate the occasion with Keung To while selecting useful health essentials for everyday life.^#

Reward 3: Spend HK$2,700 and Receive 27 × 5 ml Portable Edition Products

During the promotional period, customers who spend HK$2,700 or more in a single net transaction at the official online store will receive an additional 27 complimentary 5 ml Portable Edition products. This practical anniversary gift encapsulates the brand’s 27 years of dedication to health and well-being.

Lightweight and convenient, the 5 ml products are perfect for keeping in your handbag, at the office or in your travel bag. They can also be shared with family, keeping wellness support close at hand whenever you need it. ^#

Join Herbalgy and Keung To in Celebrating “27 × 27”

The “27 × 27 Together Rewards” online promotion brings together special savings, exclusive gifts and everyday health essentials, with each element thoughtfully inspired by the shared “27 × 27” milestone.^# Consumers are invited to visit Herbalgy’s official online store and select suitable products for themselves and their families while enjoying the anniversary rewards.^# Together with Keung To and Herbalgy, everyone can celebrate this meaningful milestone, continue moving forward and take better care of every step along the way.

Visit Herbalgy’s official online store from 16 September to enjoy the “27 × 27 Together Rewards” and celebrate 27 years of moving forward together.

^# The promotion is subject to terms and conditions. In the event of any dispute, Herbalgy reserves the right of final decision. Please visit the campaign website for full details.

About Herbalgy

Herbalgy Pharmaceutical Ltd. is a company that captures the essence of Hong Kong. Founded in 1999 by the esteemed Professor of Chinese Medicine Wong Tin Chee, he has been inspired by his father, Wong To Yick, since childhood. With a deep passion for Traditional Chinese Medicine and herbal medicine research, Professor Wong has inherited his father’s wisdom and expertise.  He is committed to adhering to his father’s philosophy of ‘focusing on addressing the root cause rather than merely treating the symptoms’ and the principle of ‘viewing pain as a crucial indicator for identifying underlying issues’.

Following the establishment of the family business, Professor Wong was encouraged by his father to create the well-known ‘Herbalgy’ brand. This name reflects the company’s commitment to promoting healthy meridians and overall well-being. With decades of clinical experience and a love for Hong Kong’s traditional Chinese medicine, he established a GMP-standard factory in Hong Kong to ensure the scientific production of traditional medicinal oils and plasters. Over the past 27 years, he has since launched the brands ‘Touch Cool’, ‘Herbalgy’, and ‘Tibet Red’, which blend the unique characteristics of Hong Kong with accessible medicinal oils, magnetic therapy, herbal remedies, and physical therapy, making them some of the most enduring and best-selling brands in the region.

These brands offer straightforward, medication-based home care solutions designed for the early prevention of chronic pain resulting from impaired circulation of blood and Qi in urban lifestyles. All products mentioned in this press release are registered proprietary Chinese medicines. Their statutory indications are based on the labels approved by the Chinese Medicine Council of Hong Kong.

For more information about Herbalgy, please visit:

Website: https://herbalgy.com
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herbalgyhk/

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Platform introduces cloud-based industrial AI, secure file transfer, IT asset management and cyber protection as first-phase services

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia and SINGAPORE, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AXLBIT ASIA SDN. BHD. (“AXLBIT ASIA”) announced the September 2026 launch of AXLBOX in Malaysia, marking the first phase of the platform’s expansion into Southeast Asia. AXLBOX is an enterprise software marketplace designed to help businesses access proven digital solutions, strengthen operational foundations and apply Artificial Intelligence where it can create measurable business value.
AXLBOX https://axlbox.asia 

AXLBOX brings selected enterprise software solutions to Malaysian companies with local deployment and support. Backed by AXLBIT’s operating experience in Japan, the platform helps businesses adopt trusted software without the complexity of dealing directly with overseas vendors or language barriers. In Malaysia, the first-phase lineup covers manufacturing AI, secure large-file transfer, IT asset management and cyber protection solutions. AXLBIT ASIA will continue expanding the AXLBOX portfolio with additional software solutions, using Malaysia as the starting point for broader growth across Southeast Asia.

The first-phase services available through AXLBOX in Malaysia include:

• Profet AI AutoML powered by AXLBOX
  A cloud-based manufacturing predictive AI platform that helps companies apply data and AI to overcome operational challenges, including equipment reliability, production process optimization, quality improvement and energy efficiency.
• eTransporter powered by AXLBOX
  A secure large-file transfer solution that supports controlled file exchange for business operations.
• ISM CloudOne
  A cloud-based IT asset management, endpoint security and mobile device management service for managing PCs and mobile devices across distributed work environments.
• Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud
  A cyber protection solution that supports backup, recovery, ransomware protection and cyber resilience.

Together, these first-phase services position AXLBOX as a practical gateway for Malaysian businesses to adopt quality-assured enterprise software, strengthen digital operations and explore AI-driven transformation with local support backed by experience in Japan.

Malaysia is the first market in AXLBOX’s broader Southeast Asia expansion strategy. Following the September launch, AXLBIT ASIA plans to expand its solution portfolio, enhance its local support model and progressively introduce AXLBOX in additional Southeast Asian markets. 

AXLBIT plans to participate in Tech Week Singapore 2026, where the company expects to introduce AXLBOX to regional technology decision-makers and engage with potential resellers, system integrators and business partners across Southeast Asia. As part of this regional expansion, AXLBIT ASIA welcomes discussions with resellers, system integrators and technology partners interested in bringing AXLBOX solutions to customers in Southeast Asia.

Find AXLBIT in Tech Week Singapore 2026: 29-30 September, Marina Bay Sands Level 5, Stand: 5-K15

Pricing varies according to the selected solution, deployment requirements and support scope. Businesses and channel partners may contact AXLBIT ASIA for local availability, commercial arrangements and implementation discussions.

About AXLBIT Group

AXLBIT, Inc. is a Tokyo-based Japanese company and a company affiliated with KDDI. The company develops subscription business support software, including AXLGEAR, and operates the AXLBOX enterprise software platform. AXLBIT ASIA SDN. BHD., based in Kuala Lumpur, supports the Southeast Asian business development and service delivery of AXLBOX through local customer engagement, sales development and operational support. Guided by the AXLBIT Group slogan, “Make Work Fun,” the group aims to help businesses make software operations more efficient, accessible and engaging.

AXLBIT, Inc.
https://axlbit.com/about/
AXLBIT ASIA SDN. BHD.
https://www.axlbit.asia/

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Graphene Harness turns insurance software delivery into an AI production line. Graphene v4 gives agents a governed core to run and change the business.

SINGAPORE, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Peak3, a global provider of digital and AI-driven insurance software, today announced Graphene v4, the AI-native evolution of its insurance core platform, and Graphene Harness, an end-to-end AI-driven delivery lifecycle (AI-DLC) for building, testing, migrating and maintaining insurance systems.

Insurance is among the most complex and heavily regulated industries, and among the slowest to change its software. That makes it one of the hardest tests of what AI can actually do. Graphene Harness is Peak3’s answer: not AI applied to a single step of the work, but AI applied to the whole production line that builds and maintains the mission-critical systems and agents insurers run on.

Bill Song, CEO of Peak3: “We are disrupting ourselves. Peak3 is moving from selling software and related services to providing the production line that builds it — our entire AI-DLC.”

Graphene v4: a governed core for agents across Life, P&C and Health

Graphene v4 includes the Graphene Agent Platform, a model-agnostic platform to build, run, observe and govern AI agents, with a marketplace of pre-built agents for tasks such as medical underwriting, conversational first notice of loss, intelligent document processing and fraud detection in claims. With v4, agents move beyond running the business to changing it: they (re-)configure insurance products, calculations and rules from unstructured documents and natural-language prompts, grounded in the insurer’s own knowledge and data. Configuration work that traditionally takes days is completed in minutes to hours.

Graphene is open and headless by architecture. Every capability is exposed to agents through APIs, MCP and CLI, so an agent acts on the core directly instead of driving a user interface, under access management, strict attribution and detailed logging of every agent interaction, enforced at code level rather than through prompt-level guardrails.

Graphene v4 can also be deployed standalone, as a lightweight middle layer between AI agents and an insurer’s existing systems of record. This gives insurers a fast route to agent-ready core capabilities without a complex core replacement.

Graphene v4 also widens functional breadth across all three major business lines: the complete group health lifecycle including provider network management; commercial lines with co-insurance and reinsurance administered inside the core; indexed universal life and crypto-denominated policies; and native Takaful support alongside conventional business.

Graphene Harness: the first global insurance AI-DLC

Graphene Harness is an end-to-end AI-driven delivery lifecycle for insurance software, built on a virtual scrum team model. Peak3 distilled the working knowledge of its most experienced staff into digital twins of every key delivery role — business analyst, architect, engineer, tester, reviewer — and connected every stage of the lifecycle into one governed system: agent teams running on an AI engineering platform, grounded in a curated knowledge base, and connected with AI-driven testing, migration, diagnostics and CI/CD.

Peak3 builds and maintains Graphene itself on Graphene Harness today. It is now being made available to selected implementation partners who deploy Graphene, and Peak3 intends to make it available to clients over the next 6 to 12 months. Alongside Graphene Harness, Peak3 is expanding its forward deployed engineering teams, who build AI-first operations alongside client teams across both Peak3 platforms and the client’s existing stack.

What this changes for the insurance industry

Insurance IT cost has been anchored to headcount and elapsed time. An AI production line breaks that link: the same scope is delivered by a smaller team in a shorter cycle. Where Graphene Harness is applied, Peak3 is already achieving a 50% reduction in end-to-end new-feature development and core system implementation cost, with timelines reduced accordingly. Peak3’s stated ambition is 80% within 18 to 36 months. An insurer using Graphene Harness also owns the means of changing its core system, rather than depending on a vendor’s delivery organisation.

Additional detail on Graphene v4 and Graphene Harness is available in the Graphene v4 Release Highlights here . For more information, visit www.peak3.com.

About Peak3

Peak3 is a global provider of digital and AI-driven software solutions for the insurance industry. Specialising in AI-native core and orchestration platforms and innovative data and AI applications, Peak3 enables insurers, MGAs and intermediaries across life, health and P&C insurance to accelerate growth, enhance customer experience and improve operational efficiency. Headquartered in Singapore, Peak3 serves over 50 leading insurance clients in more than 20 countries across EMEA and APAC. Every year more than a billion policies get transacted on Peak3’s solutions.

Peak3 is not affiliated, associated, authorised, endorsed by, or in any way connected with Peak Reinsurance Company Limited or any of its subsidiaries (“Peak Re”).

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Advancing resilient, sustainable supply chains for Indonesia’s food and feed industries

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) commemorates 45 years of partnership between U.S. Soy and Indonesia, celebrating a relationship that has helped shape Indonesia’s food, feed, and aquaculture industries. Over the decades, Indonesia has grown into one of U.S. Soy’s most strategic markets, serving as Southeast Asia’s largest soybean importer for food use and one of the world’s largest importers of U.S. whole soybeans^[1].

This milestone reflects a partnership built on collaboration, technical exchange, and a shared commitment to supporting Indonesia’s evolving food and agricultural landscape. As Indonesia’s industry continues to grow, U.S. Soy remains committed to collaborating with government, industry partners, and customers to strengthen food security, sustainability, and long‑term market development.

A Partnership Built on Quality and Shared Progress

Over the past four and a half decades, U.S. Soy and Indonesia have built a partnership defined by quality, consistency, and shared success. Today, U.S. Soy accounts for nearly 90%^[2] of imported soybeans used in Indonesia, most of which are processed into traditional soy foods, underscoring the confidence Indonesian customers place in U.S. Soy and the enduring strength of this relationship.

Indonesia’s longstanding demand for high‑quality soybeans, together with the continued expansion of its feed and aquaculture sectors, reflects the strength of the U.S.–Indonesia partnership. Demonstrating this momentum, U.S. soybean exports to Indonesia grew by 348,000 metric tons, with market share predicted to rise from 88% to more than 90% in the current marketing year (September 1, 2025–August 31, 2026)^[3].

“Indonesia has long been a key partner for U.S. Soy in Southeast Asia, strengthened by decades of progress and mutual trust,” said Carlos Salinas, Executive Director – East Asia, USSEC. “For 45 years, we have worked closely with Indonesian customers and industry partners to support the country’s evolving food and feed industries through innovation, technical expertise, and sustainable growth.”

Expanding Opportunities Through Strategic Collaboration

Indonesia’s longstanding tradition of consuming tempe and tofu continues to drive demand for high-quality soybeans, with consumption expanding beyond Java into major islands such as Sumatra, Kalimantan, and Sulawesi.

As demand for soy diversifies beyond traditional food applications, new opportunities are emerging across Indonesia’s livestock and aquaculture sectors. The country currently imports approximately 6.0 million metric tons of soybean meal for animal feed annually, with demand projected to grow by 29% by 2035^[4]. Soy use in aquaculture feed is expected to increase by 71% by 2035^[5], reflecting the continued expansion of Indonesia’s seafood production and growing demand for high-quality protein ingredients.

USSEC’s partnerships with Indonesian industry organizations have strengthened technical knowledge, promoted the use of U.S. Soy in traditional soy foods, and supported the development of Indonesia’s soy value chain. Through collaboration with local stakeholders, industry associations, and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), USSEC continues to advance technical exchange, market development, and dialogue on evolving trade and policy priorities.

Driving Sustainable Growth Across the Soy Value Chain

As Indonesia’s food and feed industries evolve, sustainability has become a central focus of the U.S.–Indonesia partnership. Programs such as the U.S. Soy Sustainability Assurance Protocol (SSAP) and the Sustainable U.S. Soy  label provide independently verified assurances that support Indonesia’s emphasis on responsible sourcing, traceability, and resilient supply chains.

This commitment reflects USSEC’s broader mission to strengthen long‑term partnerships, promote sustainably produced U.S. Soy, and support customers in meeting the needs of modern food and feed systems.

“For decades, U.S. Soy has worked with partners around the world to build reliable, high-quality supply chains, and Indonesia has been an important part of that global effort,” said Jim Sutter, USSEC CEO. “As food and feed demand continues to rise globally, customers are looking for dependable ingredients and trusted relationships. USSEC is committed to supporting Indonesia by providing sustainable solutions, technical support, and the consistency that modern food and feed systems require.”

Looking Ahead Together

As Indonesia’s food and feed industries continue to grow, U.S. Soy remains committed to deepening collaboration, advancing sustainable production, and supporting resilient supply chains that benefit producers, manufacturers, and consumers alike.

USSEC will continue working alongside government agencies, industry partners, and customers to foster innovation, expand technical exchange, and create new opportunities that contribute to Indonesia’s food security and long-term agricultural development.

About USSEC

The U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) focuses on differentiating, elevating preference, and attaining market access for the use of U.S. Soy for human consumption, aquaculture, and livestock feed in more than 90 countries internationally. USSEC members represent the soy supply chain including U.S. Soy farmers, processors, commodity shippers, merchandisers, allied agribusinesses, and agricultural organizations. USSEC is funded by the U.S. Soy Checkoff, USDA Foreign Agricultural Service matching funds, and industry. Visit www.ussec.org for the latest information about USSEC and U.S. Soy internationally.

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• The Fund adopts a single management fee structure with annual ongoing charges fixed at 0.49%¹, the lowest among Hong Kong peers.
• Tracking 200 recognised Korean companies, including global tech leaders at the heart of the AI supply chain.

HONG KONG, Sept. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mirae Asset Global Investments (Hong Kong) Limited (“Mirae Asset (Hong Kong)”), through its Global X ETFs brand, is pleased to announce the launch of the Global X KOSPI 200 ETF (the “Fund”, Stock Codes: 3408/9408). The Fund will list on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong on 15 September with an initial listing price of KRW1,500 per share and a board lot size of 100 shares.

Korea occupies a strategically important position in the global technology ecosystem, particularly across semiconductors, AI infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, batteries and automobiles. The Fund tracks the performance of the KOSPI 200 Index, a widely recognised benchmark for the Korean equity market comprising 200 leading companies listed in Korea.

With annual ongoing charges fixed at 0.49%¹, the Fund offers Hong Kong investors a cost-efficient way to gain broad exposure to Korea’s leading companies and long-term economic development. 

Dennis Fok, Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer, ETF, Mirae Asset Global Investments (Hong Kong) Limited, said:

“We are committed to helping Hong Kong investors access compelling opportunities across global markets through our expanding range of Global X ETFs. The KOSPI 200 index offers diversified exposure to Korea’s leading companies, including global technology leaders playing a pivotal role in the AI ecosystem. The Global X KOSPI 200 ETF provides investors with a cost-efficient way to participate in the long-term growth potential of the Korean market.”

About Mirae Asset Financial Group

Mirae Asset Global Investments (“Mirae Asset”) manages more than US$439 billion in assets.^[2]

The firm offers a broad range of investment products, including mutual funds, exchange traded funds (ETFs), and alternative investments. Mirae Asset operates in 25 offices worldwide and employs more than 1,000 professionals, including over 265 investment specialists.²

Mirae Asset’s global ETF platform comprises more than 768 ETFs², providing investors with high-quality, cost-effective investment solutions across emerging themes and disruptive technologies. The firm manages approximately US$275 billion in ETF assets ², with ETF listings across Australia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Hong Kong SAR, India, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Europe, and the United States. ²

About Global X ETFs

Founded in 2008, Global X ETFs has, for more than a decade, been committed to providing investors with innovative and thoughtful investment solutions. The firm offers a lineup of 499 ETF strategies² with over US$169.6 billion in assets under management.²

Global X is widely recognized for its thematic growth, income, and international market ETFs and is a member of the Mirae Asset Financial Group. 

Mirae Asset Global Investments Hong Kong (English website): https://www.am.miraeasset.com.hk/

Global X ETFs Hong Kong website: https://www.globalxetfs.com.hk/

Investors should not base investment decisions on this website alone. Please refer to the Prospectus for details including the product features and the risk factors. Investment involves risks. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. There is no guarantee of the repayment of the principal. Investors should note:

The investment objective of the Global X KOSPI 200 ETF (the “Fund”) is to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, closely correspond to the performance of the KOSPI 200 Index.

The Fund is exposed to concentration risk by tracking a specific region or country (South Korea). The value of the Fund may be more susceptible to adverse economic, political, policy, foreign exchange, liquidity, tax, legal or regulatory events affecting the South Korean market.

The Korean market is subject to high volatility as a result of high retail trading participation, as well as sudden regulatory shifts and shifts in market sentiment. Trading in the Korean market is also subject to circuit breakers and daily price limits.

The underlying index of the Fund is heavily concentrated in its top two constituents (i.e. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and SK Hynix Inc., which may account for more than 50% of this product’s Net Asset Value) which are of the same sector (i.e. the electronics and technology hardware industry, focusing on the semiconductor business), making the Fund potentially more volatile than a fund with a diversified portfolio.

The constituents of the Index include large- or mega-capitalisation companies, which may be subject to slower growth during times of economic expansion and may struggle with flexibility to respond quickly to disruptions and changes in trends.

The base currency of the Fund is KRW but the trading currency of the Fund is in HKD and USD. The NAV of the Fund and its performance may be affected by fluctuations in the exchange rates between these currencies and the base currency and by changes in exchange rate controls.

The trading price of the Fund’s unit on the SEHK is driven by secondary market trading factors, which may lead to a substantial premium or discount to the Fund’s net asset value.

The Manager may at its discretion pay dividends out of the capital of the Fund. Distributions paid out of capital, represent a return of an investor’s original investment or its gains and may potentially reduce the Fund’s Net Asset Value per Share as well as the capital available for future investment.

The Fund may suffer from losses or delays when recovering the securities lent out. This may potentially affect its ability to meet payment and redemption obligations. Collateral shortfalls due to inaccurate pricing or change of value of securities lent, may cause significant losses to the Fund.

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Recognition Reflects Corero’s Channel-First Strategy and Growing Partner Ecosystem

LONDON, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Corero Network Security (AIM: CNS) (OTCQX: DDOSF), the distributed denial of service (“DDoS”) protection specialists and champion of adaptive, real-time service availability, today announced it has been named Best in Channel-First Cybersecurity Distribution at the CybersecAsia Readers’ Choice Awards 2026.

The recognition comes after Corero secured the highest number of reader votes in the category, underscoring its channel-first strategy and leadership in cybersecurity distribution.

“This recognition means a great deal, because it comes directly from the customers and partners we work to serve every day,” said Carl Herberger, CEO at Corero Network Security. “Being named a channel-first leader validates a strategy we’ve invested in deliberately, one built to help organizations across the region stay resilient and secure.”

“These results speak directly to the relationships we’ve built with our channel partners across the region,” said Michelle Ragusa-McBain, Global Vice President of Channels, Alliances, and Partner Marketing at Corero Network Security. “Our approach is built around making it easier for partners to deliver enterprise-grade DDoS protection to their customers, and this recognition is a testament to that ecosystem.”

The recognition also reflects the strength of Corero’s growing footprint internationally.

“This award is a strong signal of the momentum we’re building across international markets,” said Adrian Crawley, Vice President of International Sales at Corero Network Security. “Our partners are on the front lines with customers every day, and this recognition reflects the trust they’ve placed in us as we continue to expand our presence in the region.”

The CybersecAsia Readers’ Choice Awards recognize organizations voted on directly by the publication’s readership, spotlighting vendors and channel partners making a measurable impact across the cybersecurity industry in the Asia-Pacific region.

About Corero Network Security

Corero Network Security is a leading provider of DDoS protection solutions, specializing in automatic detection and protection solutions with network visibility, analytics, and reporting tools. Corero’s technology protects against external and internal DDoS threats in complex edge and subscriber environments, ensuring internet service availability. With operational centers in Marlborough, Massachusetts, USA, and Edinburgh, UK, Corero is headquartered in London and listed on the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market (ticker: CNS) and the US OTCQX Market (OTCQX: DDOSF).

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TAIPEI, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — QBit Semiconductor (TWO: 7913), a Taiwan-based fabless IC design leader in high-end image processing and motion control, unveiled its robotics and drone chipset roadmap at SEMICON Taiwan 2026, targeting Physical AI control opportunities.

To address space and power constraints in Dexterous Robotic Hands with over 20 degrees of freedom, QBit introduced the highly integrated QB88XX series. The SoC consolidates multi-joint control onto a single chip, reducing system costs and energy consumption. Built on a Cerebellar Model Articulation Controller (CMAC) architecture, it combines quad-core Arm Cortex-A78 processors and an NPU to execute brain commands, in addition, the Arm Cortex-M7, TGEN, and secondary NPU for motor servo control. Supporting up to 32 motors and AI servo tuning, it integrates PCIe, USB, CAN Bus, and camera interfaces for robotic arms and industrial automation.

For Drones, QBit is executing a two-phase strategy:

• Phase 1 (2026–2028): Penetrating entry-level markets with the QB77XX, supporting up to 32GB LPDDR5/5X, PCIe, USB 3.2, and GbE. Powered by TGEN and Cortex-M33 for real-time flight control, it reduces board counts across mission computers and flight controllers.
• Phase 2 (2029 Onward): Launching a drone-dedicated QB88XX SoC unifying flight control and mission computing into a single chip with optical flow control and target tracking.

QBit also demonstrated its QB77XX single-object tracking solution, maintaining locks during visual occlusions (tested at relative speeds up to 60 km/h with 10–15 minute flight times). Multi-object tracking will be showcased in Q4 2026.

For cybersecurity, QBit’s QB7 series passed U.S. NIST CAVP validation for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) ML-DSA algorithms in 2025. The drone solutions incorporate PQC-secured boot for device authentication and firmware defense.

About QBit Semiconductor:
Headquartered in Taiwan, QBit Semiconductor (TWO: 7913) is a fabless IC design company specializing in high-end image processing, precision motion control, Edge AI, and Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) SoCs, delivering one-stop ASIC design and system integration for robotics, drones, and secure terminals.

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Ahmed T. el-Gaili Rejoins as a Partner to Lead the Firm’s Expansion into the Middle East

ABU DHABI, UAE, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sullivan & Cromwell LLP today announced the opening of an office in Abu Dhabi, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the Middle East. Located in ADGM, the international financial center in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, the new office will enhance S&C’s ability to serve clients in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and across the region with its integrated offering, which combines financing, regulatory, and transactional expertise with deep experience working on complex, cross-border, and large-scale mandates.  Ahmed T. el-Gaili will rejoin the firm as a partner to lead the firm’s Middle East practice.

“We are delighted to deepen S&C’s connection to one of the world’s most dynamic financial centers with a new office in Abu Dhabi,” said Robert Giuffra and Scott Miller, Co-Chairs of Sullivan & Cromwell. “Underscoring our long-term commitment to the region, we are pleased to welcome back Ahmed to S&C. He is an outstanding lawyer who is ideally placed to lead our work in the Middle East as we build on the longstanding relationships and track record we have developed advising our clients on their most critical matters across the region.”

Mr. el-Gaili previously practiced at Sullivan & Cromwell for six years in London before relocating to the Middle East. He has nearly two decades of experience in the region advising sovereign wealth funds, state-owned enterprises, governments, leading regional and international corporates, and private equity firms on complex, cross-border transactions and projects. His practice spans M&A, private equity, joint ventures, project finance and development and restructuring, with a particular focus on the energy, infrastructure, life sciences, telecom and technology sectors. He has extensive relationships with leading sovereign wealth funds and state-owned enterprises throughout the Middle East.

“Sovereign capital, private equity and infrastructure investment in the Middle East is fueling some of the most high-profile and complex transactions anywhere in the world, particularly in Saudi Arabia and the UAE,” said Mr. el-Gaili. “S&C’s global platform, integrated offering and depth of expertise make it uniquely positioned to advise the region’s most sophisticated clients on matters where judgment is decisive. I’m delighted to return to S&C and look forward to working with my colleagues across the firm to build our presence in the Middle East at a time of significant activity and growth.”

“We welcome Sullivan & Cromwell to ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, and are pleased to see a leading global law firm establish a presence in our jurisdiction,” said Arvind Ramamurthy, Chief Market Development Officer of ADGM. “Their decision to open an office in ADGM reflects the continued growth of Abu Dhabi as a leading hub for international finance, investment and professional services, and further strengthens the depth of expertise available to regional and global clients operating from ADGM.”

S&C’s expansion into the Middle East will be supported by other firm partners with deep regional experience. Mr. el-Gaili will work closely alongside the wider S&C team, including partner Garth Bray, who brings extensive expertise working on complex cross-border M&A as well as technology and regulatory matters, and Umberto Hassan, whose expertise includes cross-border M&A and complex restructuring, with a focus on clients based in the UAE.

S&C has received full regulatory authorization from ADGM’s Registration Authority.

About Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

Sullivan & Cromwell LLP is a leading global law firm that advises on major domestic and cross-border M&A, significant litigation and corporate investigations, finance and corporate transactions, and complex antitrust, regulatory, tax and estate planning matters. Our Firm’s hallmarks are the highest-quality independent advice and intense dedication to solving client problems. Founded in 1879, S&C has approximately 1,000 lawyers located in offices in New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Palo Alto, London, Frankfurt, Paris, Brussels, Hong Kong, Beijing, Tokyo, Melbourne, Sydney and Abu Dhabi.

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HANNOVER, Germany, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GAC Commercial Vehicle debuted at IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 under the theme “Delivering the Future Together”, showcasing products, technologies and open-ecosystem achievements across its new-energy heavy and light commercial vehicle businesses.

GAC Commercial Vehicle partners with Pony.ai and Aulton to showcase L4 autonomous driving and efficient battery-swapping solutions based on GAC’s T9 truck. The company’s new light commercial vehicle brand MONTX made its overseas debut with its P10 and V10 concept vehicles, All-Domain Adaptive Architecture (ADAA) and MONTX Makers, its global user product co-creation initiative. The production SMILODON Pro pickup was also displayed.

“Our debut at IAA TRANSPORTATION, one of the world’s most important stages for the commercial vehicle industry, is a key milestone in GAC Commercial Vehicle’s globalization journey. Taking products global is only the starting point; taking our ecosystem global represents a new stage of value co-creation. Leveraging GAC Group’s global resources and working with partners worldwide, we will bring both our vehicle technologies and collaborative ecosystem to global markets, jointly advancing the new-energy commercial vehicle industry toward a more efficient, intelligent and sustainable future,” said Jimmy Du, COO of GAC Commercial Vehicle.

Building on Strength to Accelerate Global Expansion

Building on the mature systems developed through the long-standing GAC Hino joint venture, GAC Commercial Vehicle has nearly two decades of commercial vehicle expertise in R&D, manufacturing and quality management and benefits from the Group’s supply chain and global resources.

GAC Commercial Vehicle’s sales soared 205% year-on-year in the first half of 2026. It is accelerating its global expansion by taking both its products and ecosystem global, building on its domestic new-energy business and leveraging the GAC Group’s sales and service network across 110 countries and regions.

Advancing Through Intelligence to Create Operational Value

GAC’s heavy commercial vehicle business focuses on new-energy heavy-duty trucks. The T9 Robotruck combines Pony.ai’s 4th Generation Autonomous Driving Technology with GAC’s fully redundant drive-by-wire chassis. Its automotive-grade suite includes nine LiDARs, three radars and 13 cameras. Compared with the previous generation, hardware costs are 70% lower and autonomous-driving transportation cost per ton-kilometer is approximately 30% lower, improving efficiency in long-haul, dedicated-route and port transportation.

The T9 Battery Swap EV Tractor combines an electric drive axle with a 603 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, delivering up to 475 km of range with combined energy consumption as low as 1.2 kWh/km. Aulton’s system enables a full-vehicle battery swap in approximately three to five minutes, reducing downtime and improving vehicle utilization. Charging and battery swapping are complementary solutions for different scenarios, with swapping particularly valuable for fixed-route, high-frequency operations.

Together, GAC Commercial Vehicle, Pony.ai and Aulton have integrated vehicle + autonomous driving + energy capabilities to shorten technology deployment cycles and accelerate scaled application in real-world operations.

MONTX Opens New Growth Opportunities in Light Commercial Vehicles

MONTX expands GAC Commercial Vehicle into new light commercial vehicle categories, exploring new scenarios and user needs for global users. Its P10 and V10 concept vehicles embody All-Domain Aesthetics, All-Domain Adaptability and All-Domain Intelligence.

The MONTX P10 is positioned as the All-Domain Integrated Mobility Platform. It targets explorers and outdoor professionals and is tailor-made for extreme environments. Four distributed drive motors, AI Camp Mode and Intelligent Trailering Assist enhance adaptability across complex terrain for remote exploration, field research and off-road expeditions.

The MONTX V10, positioned as The All-Domain Mobile Station, addresses the needs of digital nomads, creators and travelers. Its modular interior, Dual-Drive Smart Cabin and off-grid self-sustaining capabilities enable seamless transitions between work, rest, socializing and exploration, extending the vehicle into a platform for mobile work and living.

MONTX also unveiled its All-Domain Adaptive Architecture (ADAA). Built with a Multi-Energy by Design, Body-on-Frame by Design and Adaptive Intelligence by Design philosophy, ADAA enables one architecture to accommodate multiple energy types, vehicle forms and applications, improving development efficiency and adaptability across diverse global markets.

MONTX also launched MONTX Makers, its global user co-creation initiative, under “Ideas In. Drive Out.” The program lets users help define future products by incorporating their needs early on in its product design and development process. MONTX Makers may receive MONTX Pioneer Co-Creator recognition, opportunities to attend global brand events and exclusive owner benefits.

The SMILODON Pro production model complements the MONTX concept cars, offering cargo capacity, ride comfort and multi-scenario adaptability for business and everyday life. Already available in Central and South America and the Middle East, it is planned to be available in around 30 countries by the end of 2026.

Delivering the Future Together

GAC Commercial Vehicle will continue strengthening its products through vehicle R&D and manufacturing while connecting global users and partners through its open ecosystem to create greater value and advance its international growth.

Official Website: https://www.gaccv.com/ 

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