MONTRÉAL, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, at ALL IN, Canada and Germany announced funding of up to CAD $300 million for LawZero to develop a fundamentally new form of advanced, safe and capable AI.

The rapid acceleration of AI brings important risks, as evidenced by recent incidents of systems crossing safety boundaries. The world urgently needs alternatives to ensure that AI systems are developed in ways that are trustworthy enough to be adopted, uphold sovereign values and protect human joy and endeavour. This joint investment from Canada and Germany signals strong confidence in LawZero’s technical approach and in the critical role it can play to answer the urgent need for sovereign leadership in next-generation AI systems.

The funding will power the next phase of LawZero’s technical roadmap, growing its international scientific research team and securing world-class computing infrastructure. These investments will allow LawZero to expand its operations into Europe with the establishment of an office in Berlin, Germany, which will contribute to its rich innovation ecosystem.

As part of this next phase of growth, LawZero will establish a dedicated, sovereign compute infrastructure in Canada, in partnership with Canadian partners Hypertec and 5C. The collaboration will provide LawZero with the advanced computing capacity required to pursue its research at scale, while anchoring critical AI infrastructure, expertise and capabilities in Canada.

LawZero’s flagship approach, called Scientist AI, treats reliability as a core capability, centering on developing a fundamentally new form of AI designed to be trustworthy and safe from inception. Unlike current frontier AI systems designed to act autonomously and pursue their own goals, Scientist AI is being developed to reason transparently and provide reliable, evidence-based outputs unbiased by goals of its own. As LawZero builds towards safe advanced AI, Scientist AI is expected to provide guardrails for today’s frontier models, accelerate scientific breakthroughs, and advance understanding of the risks posed by AI and how to avoid them.

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“Canada’s future in artificial intelligence depends on developing advanced systems that reflect our values and protect our interests. By investing in homegrown innovation like Scientist AI, we are strengthening Canada’s sovereign AI capacity and ensuring that the next generation of AI is built safely, responsibly, and on Canadian terms.”

– The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario

“Canada’s economy grows when we support the kind of innovation that helps our industries compete and succeed. By investing in LawZero, a Canadian organization advancing safe, high-impact AI, we are building domestic capacity, supporting good jobs, and helping to ensure that advanced technologies are developed responsibly and in ways that benefit Canadians.”

– The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions

“With ‘Scientist AI’, we are deepening the proven partnership between Canada and Germany. This project pursues a novel, mathematically grounded approach: to develop an inherently safe artificial intelligence. The safe-by-design model offers an alternative to potentially uncontrollable autonomous AI agents. It works purely on the basis of facts – like an objective scientist – and does not pursue its own goals. By building advanced AI research capabilities in Canada and Europe, we are strengthening our technological sovereignty.”

– Dr. Karsten Wildberger, Federal Minister for Digitalization and Government Modernization of Germany

“As AI risks multiply and accelerate, our priority must be building solutions to make this technology safe, and providing alternative models people can genuinely trust. Recent events demonstrate that safety is itself a core capability: scientific innovation and public safety can and must advance together. LawZero’s mission is to address this critical scientific challenge by developing reliable, safe-by-design AI. This backing from Canada and Germany is a defining moment, moving us into the next phase of developing safe AI on a global scale while improving both nations’ technological sovereignty.”

– Yoshua Bengio, Founder and Scientific Director, LawZero

“AI is advancing at a pace the world has never seen and has the potential to transform the world for the better. It is incumbent on all of us to ensure we can enable AI safely, and I believe Canada has a role to play in making it happen. Hypertec is proud to build, along with our partner 5C, the sovereign, world-class compute infrastructure that enables Law Zero to pursue safe-by-design AI on Canadian soil. This is exactly the kind of partnership between government, capital and Canadian industry required to achieve the potential AI promises.”

– Simon Ahdoot, CEO Hypertec Group

“Breakthrough AI research needs infrastructure that can perform at the same level. 5C is proud to provide Law Zero with the dedicated compute capacity required to advance its work at scale, here in Canada.”

– Jonathan Ahdoot, CEO 5C

About LawZero

Headquartered in Montréal, LawZero is a not-for-profit startup developing technical solutions for highly-capable, safe-by-design AI systems. Founded by Turing Award winner Yoshua Bengio, LawZero bridges fundamental AI safety research with technical solutions development. The organization is governed by an independent Board of Directors and Global Advisory Council made up of international leaders, including Nike Foundation and Girl Effect founder Maria Eitel (Board Chair), former Prime Ministers Jacinda Ardern and Stefan Löfven, author Yuval Noah Harari, former Rolls-Royce CEO Sir John Rose and Mila CEO Valerie Pisano. Initially incubated at Mila, LawZero’s work is backed by catalytic funding from philanthropy, including the Gates Foundation, Coefficient Giving, Schmidt Sciences, the Future of Life Institute, NVIDIA, and Jaan Tallinn via the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, and from the governments of Canada and Germany.

To learn more about LawZero’s research, visit https://lawzero.org/en/research

Contact: [email protected]

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NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hublot and Jeff Koons unveil a multi-faceted collaboration, simultaneously launching two exceptional timepieces: the Classic Fusion Balloon Dog and the MP-14 Origin by Jeff Koons. This partnership between Hublot and Koons, both renowned for transforming the ordinary into the iconic, delivers a fusion of high end watchmaking and contemporary art. The MP-14 Origin, featuring a sapphire, titanium and gem-set white gold architecture, fuses high jewellery and high watchmaking to express the creation of the cosmos on a micro scale – as if capturing the very origin of everything at the moment it begins to expand. This visionary piece marks a significant technical milestone for Hublot: the introduction of its first automatic central tourbillon. This limited edition of 30 pieces is more than a watch that represents the universe; it stages its very beginning.

MP-14 Origin by Jeff Koons joins Hublot’s Exceptional Timepieces collection, the brand’s experimental laboratory of high horology, dedicated to radical mechanical concepts, advanced materials and unconventional time architectures. Each Exceptional Timepiece pushes watchmaking beyond its known limits, turning technical innovation into a field of pure exploration. The designation MP-14 alludes to the number 14, a significant reference in Jeff Koons’s career. In 1980, his first solo exhibition was held at the New Museum in New York, then located at 65 Fifth Avenue at 14th Street, linking the number to a defining early milestone in his artistic journey.

“The MP-14 Origin by Jeff Koons is a horological interpretation of creation itself: the moment where energy becomes form and form becomes time. It is more than measuring time, it’s about returning to its source. Motion is generative. A central tourbillon becomes the first pulse and everything else unfolds around it like a controlled expansion. It’s the idea of a Big Bang translated through engineered motion, material tension, and the physics of light,” said Jeff Koons on the collaboration.

Julien Tornare, Hublot CEO, added “The MP-14 Origin by Jeff Koons sits at the intersection of two parallel visions: one artist deconstructing perception, one manufacture deconstructing matter, both since 1980. Jeff Koons has been transforming familiar forms into amplified symbols, where light, scale and reflection turn perception into participation. Hublot builds the Art of Fusion, where materials, techniques and disciplines collide. This piece is a true masterpiece: a testament to our mastery, elevated by Koons’ vision of transformation and amplified perception.”

A MECHANICAL UNIVERSE IN MOTION

The MP-14 Origin by Jeff Koons is a hypnotic fusion of high horology and visionary art. It embodies the very essence of Hublot as an experimental laboratory of watchmaking, driven by radical mechanical concepts, advanced materials and unconventional approaches to time. The MP-14 Origin by Jeff Koons reflects the manufacture’s constant drive to transform constraints into achievements, from its mastery of sapphire to the development of its first automatic central tourbillon capable of sustaining this multi-layered kinetic architecture and is supported by a peripheral oscillating mass system ensuring stability and energy efficiency.

At first glance, the MP-14 Origin by Jeff Koons looks futuristic. It features a 44 mm octagonal sapphire and titanium case where transparency and depth define the case as much as structure defines the movement. The case is an octagonal transparent sapphire box. It requires about 534 hours of machining. It is assembled with a titanium case back, screws and Hublot’s signature “ears” at 3 and 9 o’clock. Inside, the watch unfolds as a gravitational system. Concentric rings in white gold, set with baguette-cut diamonds and blue sapphires, form orbital layers. These layers converge toward a central core. Beneath a transparent sapphire dome inspired by Koons’ Gazing Ball works, hand-coated in translucent blue varnish by a micropainter, the concealed central tourbillon becomes the system’s origin. It’s the mechanical “first pulse” from which the entire structure appears to expand. 

Two suspended rotating rings display hours and minutes, each carrying a floating indicator cube – red polished stainless steel painted with a translucent red varnish for hours, grey polished stainless steel for minutes – appearing to orbit within the structure. Above concentric rings set with baguette-cut diamonds, these elements float in suspension, evoking celestial orbits in a hypnotic dance. The two additional rings are fixed and non-rotating: the minute ring is set with blue sapphires marking the quarters, while the hour ring is set with blue sapphires indicating the hours. Together, the four rings are set with a total of 202 stones, representing approximately 2.6 carats.

At the core, the HUB9014 manufacture movement drives the system: a central automatic tourbillon with peripheral oscillating weight, beating at 3 Hz (21,600 vph) and delivering a 60-hour power reserve, composed of 594 components. The peripheral mass replaces traditional central winding architecture, allowing the system to remain fully open, balanced and visually suspended. The tourbillon cage is positioned as a floating anti-gravity element beneath the sapphire dome, transforming mechanical regulation into visible cosmic motion. The case extends this system into full continuity: the bracelet is fully integrated in sapphire with titanium screws, creating a seamless transition from case to wrist. Two hidden functions (concealed crown systems) are integrated into the architecture, allowing winding and time-setting without disrupting the purity of the design. The winding system appears where “ENERGY PULSE” is engraved and time-setting is indicated by the mention: “COSMIC ALIGN”.

The watch does not display a universe, it behaves like one. It is a space in motion, built to contain time at the moment of its origin. The presentation case is conceived as an infinite mirror installation, using LED illumination and one-way mirror technique to create a sense of boundless depth and suspended perception. Inspired by the octagonal geometry of the watch, it is crowned with a transparent dome, extending the architectural language of the timepiece into an immersive spatial experience.

From its sapphire construction to its HUB9014 manufacture movement, the MP-14 Origin by Jeff Koons is a powerful expression of the innovation, mastery and boldness that define Hublot. It conveys the quality and reliability of every watch it creates. This confidence is demonstrated through Hublot’s 5+5 warranty program, extending coverage to up to ten years; a commitment rooted in the brand’s conviction in every manufacture-made watch and the expertise of the teams behind it.

Limited to 30 pieces, the MP-14 Origin by Jeff Koons is available at selected Hublot points of sale.

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NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hublot and Jeff Koons, two visionary forces renowned for transforming the ordinary, unveil a revolutionary collaboration that seamlessly merges watchmaking art with contemporary art; objects, time and symbols – transforming them into cultural icons. Available in three editions – mirror-polished stainless steel, red or blue anodized aluminum – the Classic Fusion Balloon Dog by Jeff Koons turns form into presence and time into something tangible.

The Classic Fusion Balloon Dog, inspired by Koons’s iconic mirrored balloon sculptures, translates the emotional language of inflatables into a radical object of horology. This unprecedented collaboration, limited to 200 pieces per edition, breathes new life into the iconic forms of Koons’ beloved Balloon Dog, transforming the sculpture into a captivating series of timepieces that redefine the boundaries of wearable art.

Jeff Koons’ Balloon Dog (1994-2000), from his Celebration series started in the mid-1990s, takes a universally familiar object, the balloon animal and transforms it into something permanent. What is fragile, temporary and playful becomes monumental, precise and enduring. A fleeting childhood gesture is fixed into industrial perfection. This transformation defines Koons’ practice: elevating the ephemeral into the iconic through absolute control of form, scale and finish.

This logic resonates directly with Hublot’s approach to watchmaking. Since its founding in 1980 and the introduction of the original gold-and-rubber concept, later reinterpreted through the Big Bang in 2005 and the Classic Fusion in 2008, Hublot has consistently worked with time as a material, shaping the momentary into something that lasts beyond it.

“Translating Balloon Dog into the language of the Classic Fusion required far more than fusing an artwork with an existing watch. The challenge was to fundamentally reinterpret the architecture of the Classic Fusion through the visual and sculptural language of inflatable forms. Traditionally defined by its sleek and relatively flat profile, the Classic Fusion was entirely re-engineered to create the illusion of inflated volume and tension, as though each component had been shaped by air pressure,” stated Jeff Koons.

“Working with Jeff Koons on this project was both an artistic and technical adventure. What appears effortless and playful is, in reality, an extraordinary exercise in engineering, craftsmanship and detail. We challenged every construction principle of the Classic Fusion to create the illusion of inflation and volume while preserving the integrity of fine watchmaking. Every component was reimagined, reshaped and refined; milled on 5-axis CNC for a distinctive puffed form, then meticulously finished by hand to perfection. This project perfectly expresses Hublot’s philosophy: using the full mastery of horology in the service of emotion, aesthetics and innovation,” stated Julien Tornare, Hublot CEO.

THE CLASSIC FUSION: AIR-SCULPTED

Every element of the 42mm Classic Fusion Balloon Dog was reengineered through Jeff Koons’ visual language. The traditionally sleek architecture of the Classic Fusion was transformed with inflated geometries, soft domed surfaces and convex lines to create the illusion of a watch shaped by air pressure. The result is playful, irreverent and technically highly sophisticated, where high horology and craftsmanship converge to achieve an aesthetic that feels effortless and self-evident in its execution.

Inspired by Koons’ iconic reflective Balloon Dog, the watch reinterprets the Classic Fusion through a continuous language of roundness and air-filled volume. To create this sensation of volume and tension, multiple elements have been domed and reshaped, from the sapphire crystal and titanium screw heads to the convex “puffy” dial construction and sculptural case architecture. Every surface is reworked to preserve the illusion of internal pressure, extending through the smooth, padded metallic leather strap and softened attachment points. As a nod to both the dog and the balloon, signature details include a balloon-inspired crown in rubber-molded aluminum, a flexible decorative “balloon tail” at 10:30, a Balloon Dog-shaped seconds hand counterweight and inflated Super-LumiNova indexes and hands.

Available in mirror-polished stainless steel or polished anodized aluminum in striking red and blue, aluminum has been specifically selected for its ability to reproduce the vivid, saturated tones associated with Koons’ work. The complexity continues within the movement itself. Powered by a manufacture automatic caliber, it integrates a custom-designed tungsten oscillating weight with rounded, voluminous forms echoing the visual language of the case.

The Classic Fusion Balloon Dog continues Hublot’s philosophy of fusion through material experimentation and technical innovation. Presented in Balloon Dog-inspired packaging, the piece extends the concept of inflatable softness. The inflated dog is rendered in a chromed finish, colour-matched to each watch variation. Its rubber-effect painted surfaces echo the same tactile, playful codes that define the watch itself.

From its sculptural, air-inflated case architecture to its manufacture automatic movement, the Classic Fusion Balloon Dog by Jeff Koons is a powerful expression of the innovation, mastery and boldness that define Hublot. Conceived, developed and assembled at the Manufacture in Nyon, it conveys the quality and reliability of every watch it creates. This confidence is demonstrated through Hublot’s 5+5 warranty program, extending coverage to up to ten years; a commitment rooted in the brand’s conviction in every manufacture-made watch and the expertise of the teams behind it.

Limited to 200 pieces per edition, the Classic Fusion Balloon Dog is available at selected Hublot points of sale. It will also be presented in selected galleries, reinforcing the dialogue between contemporary art and watchmaking.

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LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Global Forex and CFD broker FP Markets has been recognised with three prestigious distinctions at the Global Forex Awards 2026, earning: ‘Best Value Broker – Global’, ‘Most Transparent Broker – Asia’, and ‘Most Transparent Broker – Latam’.

The awards ceremony took place on 15 September 2026 at the Amara Hotel in Limassol, Cyprus, bringing together leading companies and industry professionals from across the global trading and fintech industry. Now in their eighth year, the Global Forex Awards recognise brokers and trading providers that deliver exceptional service, innovation, and trusted solutions.

The triple win highlights FP Markets’ global reach, competitive trading conditions, and commitment to delivering a reliable trading experience to traders across markets.

John Lewis, Chief Marketing Officer at FP Markets, said: “In an industry where competition is intense, being voted Best Value Broker globally, alongside Most Transparent Broker in both Asia and Latam, is a reflection of what our clients experience day to day.” He added: “These wins showcase the dedication of our teams across every region we operate in, and our commitment to delivering value for our clients with the transparency they rely on.”

With over two decades of industry experience and more than 80 awards earned to date, FP Markets continues to strengthen its global presence, investing in advanced trading technologies and broadening its product offering. Looking ahead, the company continues to prioritise innovation and the client-focussed approach that has been at the core of its philosophy since inception.

About FP Markets

FP Markets is a global, multi-regulated, award-winning broker established in Sydney, Australia in 2005 and headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus. The broker offers 10,000+ CFD instruments across seven asset classes, available on industry-leading platforms including MetaTrader 4/5, TradingView, and cTrader.

FP Markets’ regulatory presence includes, among others, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), the Financial Services Authority (FSA) in Seychelles, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) of South Africa, and the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) of Kenya.

For more information, visit www.fpmarkets.com

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Extending the Training Subsidy Scheme and Accelerating Northern Metropolis Development Through Technology and Upskilling

HONG KONG, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Construction Industry Council (CIC) supports the First Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (2026-2030) (Hong Kong’s Five-Year Plan) and the 2026 Policy Address, including initiatives to accelerate the development of the Northern Metropolis, advance industrialisation and talent development. These strategies will create significant opportunities for the construction sector, and the CIC will continue to lead the industry in improving efficiency, quality, and safety while unlocking the potential of the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and the Northern Metropolis. The CIC will actively promote the practical application of the Smart Site Safety System Labelling Scheme (4SLS) and artificial intelligence (AI), while strengthening talent training to foster sustainable industry development.

The Northern Metropolis is a key planning direction in both the Hong Kong’s Five-Year Plan and the 2026 Policy Address, and it will generate substantial manpower demand and opportunities for the construction industry. The CIC welcomes the Policy Address proposal to reserve land in the Northern Metropolis for an advanced construction industry park to support MiC and MiMEP production, certification, R&D and training, and will continue to strengthen related training and promotion to help the industry move towards more efficient, safe and sustainable development. In 2025, the CIC launched Master Classes on Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) and Multi-trade integrated Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MiMEP) for project managers, foremen and workers, cumulatively training over 800 participants. We will add MiMEP masterclasses related to repair, maintenance, alteration and addition works, and will enhance the MiC Resources Centre with interactive demonstrations and an updated database.

To support continuous talent development, the CIC and the Development Bureau will jointly allocate HK$600 million to extend the “Professional Degree Graduates On-the-Job Training Subsidy Scheme” (the Scheme) in 2027 and 2028, providing a total of 10,000 training subsidy quotas. Meanwhile, the CIC’s Hong Kong Institute of Construction will continue to offer no fewer than 12,000 training places annually for skilled workers and about 4,000 training places for technicians and professionals in construction technology during the 2026-27 to 2027-28 academic years.

The CIC will also continue to promote the “multi-skilled” training approach and upskilling by introducing more flexible courses to accommodate people with different family responsibilities and part-time workers. We will continue to work closely with relevant institutions and the industry to strengthen training for local construction technicians and professionals. To advance GBA standards and the “one examination, multiple certification” initiative, the CIC is participating in cooperation among Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao to help formulate regional skills standards, thereby raising training quality across the GBA and enhancing the professional level and recognition of Hong Kong’s construction technicians. In promoting “one examination, multiple certification” initiative, the CIC has also proactively coordinated with relevant stakeholders alongside the Development Bureau, with an aim of announcing this year the GBA skills-level standards for two skilled worker trades and one technical position. This effort seeks to enhance the quality of construction industry training across the entire GBA, nurture talents, and advance the development of the region’s construction sector.

Innovation and technology are key drivers of construction sector development and a major focus of Hong Kong’s Five-Year Plan. The CIC has designated 2026 as the “Year of AI” and is pursuing a multi-pronged “AI+” strategy for the industry. The Construction Innovation and Technology Fund (CITF) expanded its AI and robotics funding scope in May 2026, raising the per-company cap from HK$7.5 million to HK$10 million to accelerate digital transformation.

To foster exchange among Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, and international partners, the CIC will hold the Construction Innovation Expo (CIExpo) from 23 to 25 November 2026, bringing together international experts and exhibitors to showcase leading construction technologies and solutions. We will also continue to organise Master Classes and AI Salons to enhance industry knowledge and exchange on AI and smart construction, and in June 2026 integrated the CIC AI Assistant (Construction Safety) into the CIC APP to allow workers to instantly access and understand site safety information.

Through these efforts, the CIC aims to help the industry seize opportunities arising from the Hong Kong’s Five-Year Plan, the Northern Metropolis and the GBA, drive upgrading and transformation, and better integrate into national development. The CIC will continue to work closely with the government and the industry to leverage policies in the 2026 Policy Address that support construction sector development, help the industry make full use of CITF to accelerate smart site implementation, and strengthen talent training to propel Hong Kong’s construction industry towards a safer, more efficient and more competitive future.

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DUBAI, UAE, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit saw its derivatives trading volume rise 14.9% to $321 billion in August, according to data cited in the latest CoinDesk Research report on centralized exchange (CEX) activity, as the exchange retained its position among the top three crypto trading venues industry-wide.

In spot trading, Bybit held a 5.26% market share for August, second among major exchanges by trading volume.

The growth came amid a period of broader recovery across CEXs in August 2026, which saw combined trading volumes climb 12.7% to $4.29 trillion, rebounding from multi-year lows recorded in July. Spot markets led the rebound, up by 18.7%, while derivatives volumes rose 11.3% across CEXs overall.

August saw a surge across crypto prices, with BTC recovering from roughly $63,000 at the start of the month to a three-month high above $80,000 by August 25, sparked by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s shock announcement to dampen Treasury yields. Spot prices however eased lower in the final days of the month following hawkish remarks from Fed Chair Kevin Warsh at the Jackson Hole symposium, though BTC still closed August with a 25.4% monthly gain – its biggest advance since November 2024.

The month also marked a record for real-world asset (RWA) perpetuals, a category that has expanded steadily through 2026, the report said. CEX-wide RWA perpetuals volume reached $602 billion in August, an all-time high, as trading activity in tokenized real-world assets continued to gain traction among derivatives traders. Launched earlier this year, Bybit TradFi Perpetuals now support over 250 trading pairs across traditional financial assets covering equities, commodities, and global ETFs.

Bybit continues to position itself around its broader New Financial Platform strategy, expanding beyond spot and derivatives trading into tokenized assets, stablecoins and institutional-grade products as the lines between centralized and decentralized finance continue to converge.

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About Bybit

Bybit is The New Financial Platform.

We believe every person should have access to every financial opportunity on earth. That’s why we’re building the first intelligent platform that connects anyone, anywhere to the world’s finance.

Trusted by more than 80 million users worldwide, Bybit brings together investing, trading, payments, and wealth-building in a single secure and intelligent ecosystem. Through the combination of AI-powered technology, deep global liquidity, robust security, and transparent operations, Bybit makes global finance more accessible, efficient, and empowering for everyone.

Built for everyone. Powered by intelligence. Open to the world.

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Recognition at ISCR 2026 highlights Bybit’s ongoing collaboration with law enforcement and regulators to trace illicit funds, share intelligence and strengthen the global response to crypto-related cybercrime

DUBAI, UAE, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has been recognized by the Korean National Police Agency (KNPA) for its contribution to cybercrime investigations and international cooperation. At the 27th International Symposium on Cybercrime Response (ISCR 2026), held in Seoul from August 27–28, the KNPA presented Bybit with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of its contribution to strengthening cooperation between the two organizations, particularly in the investigation of cybercrime. The certificate was presented on stage by Yoo Jae-seong, Acting Commissioner General of the Korean National Police Agency, and received on behalf of Bybit by Coco Heng, Head of Law Enforcement at Bybit.

Bybit was nominated by the Korean National Police Agency for the recognition. The company was the only cryptocurrency exchange to receive the Certificate of Appreciation at ISCR 2026, underscoring the importance of collaboration between the digital-asset industry and law enforcement in addressing increasingly sophisticated cybercrime.

ISCR is hosted annually by the Korean National Police Agency’s Investigation Bureau and brings together government, industry and academia to advance cybercrime response and cybersecurity cooperation. The 2026 symposium focused on “Perfect Cube: Three Dimensions for Shaping New Digital Order,” highlighting standards, technology and cooperation as key pillars for building a safer digital environment.

Strengthening cooperation beyond the platform

Bybit’s approach to security extends beyond protecting its own platform. The company works with law enforcement agencies, regulators, blockchain intelligence providers and industry partners to support investigations, trace illicit funds and provide relevant intelligence that can help authorities identify the movement of stolen or fraud-linked assets.

Through its law enforcement function, Bybit responds to requests from authorities across jurisdictions and works with investigators to support the tracing of digital assets and the development of actionable intelligence. This cooperation is increasingly important as cybercriminal groups move assets across multiple blockchains, platforms and jurisdictions.

“Cybercrime does not stop at borders, and neither should the cooperation needed to fight it,” said Coco Heng, Head of Law Enforcement at Bybit. “Our responsibility is not only to protect our users and our platform, but also to work constructively with law enforcement and regulators when digital assets are connected to criminal activity. The recognition from the Korean National Police Agency is a meaningful acknowledgement of that work. We are grateful for the trust placed in our team and remain committed to sharing intelligence, supporting investigations and helping make the digital-asset ecosystem harder for criminals to exploit.”

Turning security data into action

The recognition follows the publication of Bybit’s H1 2026 Risk & Security Report, which details the company’s continued investment in security, risk controls and cybercrime prevention.

According to the report, Bybit intercepted more than $700 million in potential user losses during the first half of 2026, following the review of more than 30,000 suspicious withdrawal requests. The company also identified approximately $212 million in potential fraud-linked on-chain funds and blacklisted more than 10,000 malicious addresses.

Bybit expanded its monitoring to cover 100% of business-relevant on-chain activity, including listed token contracts, ecosystem contracts and the company’s cold, warm and hot wallets. During the period, the company handled 10 security incidents involving listed token projects, with zero resulting losses to the platform.

The report also details the growing role of AI in Bybit’s security operations. More than 100,000 security alerts were processed with AI-assisted analysis during H1 2026, while AI-assisted security auditing identified high-severity vulnerabilities at three to five times the rate of manual review. Bybit also reduced the time required to move from security assessment to testing from approximately two weeks to two hours.

For Bybit, these capabilities are part of a broader shift from responding to individual incidents toward building an always-on security framework that combines technology, intelligence, human expertise and external cooperation.

Building a safer digital-asset ecosystem

As digital-asset adoption expands, Bybit believes effective cybercrime response requires stronger coordination between private-sector platforms and public-sector authorities.

The company will continue to strengthen its security infrastructure while expanding cooperation with law enforcement agencies, regulators and industry partners globally. Bybit’s objective is to help detect threats earlier, accelerate investigations and make illicit activity more difficult to execute and profit from.

The recognition at ISCR 2026 represents an important milestone in that effort and reinforces Bybit’s commitment to contributing to a safer and more trusted digital-asset ecosystem.

#Bybit / #NewFinancialPlatform 

About Bybit

Bybit is The New Financial Platform.

We believe every person should have access to every financial opportunity on earth. That’s why we’re building the first intelligent platform that connects anyone, anywhere to the world’s finance.

Trusted by more than 80 million users worldwide, Bybit brings together investing, trading, payments, and wealth-building in a single secure and intelligent ecosystem. Through the combination of AI-powered technology, deep global liquidity, robust security, and transparent operations, Bybit makes global finance more accessible, efficient, and empowering for everyone.

Built for everyone. Powered by intelligence. Open to the world.

Learn more at Bybit.com.
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Recognized for innovation, zero-leakage technology, and market leadership in industrial fluid handling excellence and sustainability-driven engineering

SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce that Teikoku has been awarded the 2026 North America Company of the Year in the Canned Motor Pumps industry for its outstanding achievements in innovation, strategy execution, and customer impact. This recognition highlights Teikoku’s consistent leadership in advancing zero-leakage pump technology, strengthening operational safety, and delivering high-performance, lifecycle-optimized fluid handling solutions in a rapidly evolving industrial landscape.

Frost & Sullivan evaluates companies through a rigorous benchmarking process across two core dimensions: strategy effectiveness and strategy execution. Teikoku excelled in both, demonstrating its ability to align long-term innovation priorities with market demand while executing with precision, scale, and technical consistency. “In an era defined by accelerating industrial transformation and intensifying sustainability imperatives, Teikoku USA has emerged not only as the undisputed leader in CMP technology but as a visionary force shaping the future of fluid handling across industries. At the heart of the company’s long-range innovation strategy is its zero-leakage pump design, which directly anticipates and responds to stringent safety and environmental regulations,” said Monica Miches, Directing Consultant at Frost & Sullivan.

Guided by a long-term growth strategy centered on sustainability, industrial safety, and engineering excellence, Teikoku has demonstrated sustained leadership in high-reliability applications across chemical processing, LNG, nuclear, and energy transition markets. The company’s strategic agility is reinforced by continuous investment in modular platforms, integrated pump-motor systems, and digital condition monitoring capabilities, enabling scalable deployment across complex industrial environments.

Innovation remains central to Teikoku’s approach. Its suite of sealless canned motor pump (CMP) solutions addresses mission-critical operational needs, delivering zero-leakage performance, reduced lifecycle risk, and enhanced energy efficiency. These capabilities are further strengthened through vertical integration, advanced materials engineering, and predictive maintenance technologies. “This recognition validates the direction we have taken at Teikoku, combining sealless pump and market knowledge with a core competency in dual-containment canned motor pump design and manufacture. Teikoku operates with a clear focus on where our customers and industries are headed. We continue to invest in zero-leakage technology, localized capabilities, and solutions for emerging applications, while staying focused on what matters most: keeping our customers’ critical processes running safely and reliably. I am especially proud that Frost & Sullivan recognized not only our technology and operational excellence, but also the dedication of our people and our commitment to customer success. Our goal is to remain a trusted technical partner throughout the lifecycle of our customers’ equipment,” said Erik Daron, President at Teikoku USA.

Teikoku’s unwavering commitment to customer experience further strengthens its position in the market. By providing deep application engineering expertise, localized service support, and long-term lifecycle management solutions, the company ensures optimal asset performance and reduced operational downtime. Its focus on education, training, and customer collaboration continues to address industry knowledge gaps and accelerate broader adoption of canned motor pump technology.

Frost & Sullivan commends Teikoku for setting a high standard in competitive strategy, execution excellence, and industrial innovation. The company’s vision, technology roadmap, and customer-first operating model are actively shaping the future of industrial pumping systems while delivering measurable value across global end markets.

Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the Company of the Year Award to an organization that demonstrates outstanding strategy development and implementation, resulting in measurable improvements in market share, customer satisfaction, and competitive positioning. The award recognizes forward-thinking organizations that are reshaping their industries through innovation and growth excellence.

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Frost & Sullivan’s Best Practices Recognitions honor companies across regional and global markets that exhibit exceptional achievement and consistent excellence in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer experience, and strategic product development. Each recognition is the result of a rigorous analytical process in which Frost & Sullivan industry experts benchmark performance through comprehensive interviews, deep-dive analysis, and extensive secondary research. The goal is to identify true best-in-class organizations that are driving transformative growth and setting new industry standards.
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About Teikoku USA
Teikoku USA, a subsidiary of Teikoku Corporation of Japan, is part of the world’s largest supplier of sealless canned motor pumps, with more than 400,000 units operating worldwide. Teikoku provides engineered pumping solutions for critical applications where safety, reliability, and zero leakage are essential. Headquartered in Warminster, Pennsylvania, Teikoku USA offers engineering, manufacturing, and aftermarket service capabilities across North America, supported by facilities in Pennsylvania, Texas, and Ohio. As part of the global Teikoku Group, the company combines local support with worldwide expertise in sealless pump technology.

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Annual conference will explore how AI, multilingualism, Indigenous knowledge, Hip Hop, migration, trauma and emerging technologies are reshaping what literacy means.

TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As the Literacy Research Association prepares to gather in Honolulu, we extend our care to communities across Hawaiʻi affected by the recent storms. We also mourn the passing of LRA Past President P. David Pearson and honor his extraordinary legacy of scholarship, mentorship, and leadership in literacy research.

This December, more than 1,000 literacy scholars, educators, and advocates will convene, as they have for over seven decades, for the 76th Annual Conference of the Literacy Research Association. A singular question will serve as the primary focus for this assembly: How does literacy create new possibilities when it travels across people, communities, languages, technologies, cultures, and histories?

Registration is now open for researchers, educators, community leaders, and literacy advocates who want to help shape how literacy research responds to AI, migration, multilingualism, cultural change, and emerging forms of learning. 

Join literacy experts from around the world from December 2–5, 2026 at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort, 2005 Kālia Road, Honolulu, HI 96815. 

Hotel accommodations are available through the LRA conference room block. Detailed session schedules and program information are available through the LRA 2026 online conference program via All Academic. Connect with LRA on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, and Facebook and get quick, real-time updates from the conference.

Explore a Transformative Theme: Redefine the Future of Literacy Research

The LRA 2026 theme is “Manifesting Quantum Imaginaries: Re-searching Literacies as a Transcontextual Enterprise.” The theme uses quantum imaginaries as a metaphor for exploring how literacy moves, connects, and changes across contexts—not as a claim that quantum science itself is a theory of literacy.

The conference program features Reading Hall of Fame inaugural addresses, and includes keynote speeches, presidential sessions, and workshops for practitioners. These events span contexts such as primary and secondary education (encompassing kindergarten through high school), post-secondary instruction (college-level studies and beyond), informal community learning, emerging technologies, and the swiftly evolving domain of artificial intelligence. 

“Literacies are never confined to a single place,” said Patriann Smith, LRA 2026 President-Elect and Conference Chair. “They travel across communities, languages, technologies, and generations. This conference asks what new possibilities emerge when we view literacy through that lens.” 

Attend a Featured Keynote: Trauma, Language, Literacy and the Global South

A major conference highlight will be the featured keynote address by Suresh Canagarajah. Canagarajah is the Evan Pugh University Professor at Penn State University and internationally renowned scholar of language, literacy, multilingualism, and translingual practice. 

His keynote, “Disturbances that Entangle Anomalous Texts: Trauma Literacy in the Global South,” will examine how language and literacy shape the ways individuals and communities understand, negotiate, and transform experiences of trauma. Through the conference’s theme, he will explore how literacy can enable healing, resilience, and social transformation across diverse global contexts. He will connect questions of language, identity, colonialism, conflict, and community to the ongoing pursuit of more just and humane futures. 

The LRA 2026 program will also feature a keynote speech by esteemed professor at Teachers College – Columbia University, Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz. 

View a Film: Hip Hop, Literacy and the “Hour of Chaos”

A special conference session, Presidential Session 8, will bring Hip Hop artists, scholars, and activists together for a screening and discussion of a new film. The film, “In the Hour of Chaos: Hip Hop Art & Activism with Public Enemy’s Chuck D,” features Public Enemy’s Chuck D and a corresponding 2026 book.

H. Samy Alim, Samuel Lamontagne, and Tabia Shawel directed the film, which reflects artists, activists, and scholars sharing their thoughts on 50 years of Hip Hop culture. They discuss its ongoing importance in society, culture, and politics. 

The session in Honolulu will gather directors Alim, Lamontagne, Shawel, along with Joan Morgan, Jeff Chang, Casey Philip Wong, and Emile YX? from Black Noise. They will have a film screening, discuss the book, and join a panel. They will talk about Black radical movements, Hip Hop feminisms, how culture spreads worldwide, technology, education, and the future of Hip Hop and literacy studies.

Examine Presidential Sessions: Research, Practice, and Community 

The LRA 2026 Presidential Sessions will feature leading scholars, educators, artists, and community leaders, addressing some of the most consequential questions facing literacy education today. Across four major areas of inquiry, the LRA 2026 Presidential Sessions will examine how literacy research is responding to a rapidly changing social and technological landscape: 

• Transnationalism, immigration, race, and belonging through discussions of transnational, immigration, and Black literacies.
• Community, relationality, and Indigenous knowledge systems, with a focus on multilingual solidarities, Hawaiian literacies, and intergenerational connections.
• Technology, Hip Hop, and educational innovation, examining digital literacies, cultural activism, and adolescent achievement.
• Critical literacy, artificial intelligence, and identity, addressing responsible AI, research-policy-practice partnerships, and community-based approaches to literacy and learning.

“The future of literacy research and of education cannot be shaped by any one discipline, institution, or perspective,” Smith said. “It takes researchers, educators, artists, community leaders, and learners coming together to ask different questions and connect ideas across contexts. LRA 2026 is an invitation to do exactly that—and to leave Honolulu with new questions, new partnerships, and new possibilities for flourishing and for the field.”

About the Literacy Research Association

The Literacy Research Association (LRA) is a community of scholars, educators, and literacy professionals dedicated to advancing research and disseminating knowledge about literacy, language, communication, and learning. For more than seven decades, LRA has supported research and dialogue that informs literacy scholarship, education, policy, and practice.

Patriann Smith
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://literacyresearchassociation.org/
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