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Founded by Arm and industry partners, PSA Certified will continue to evolve under GlobalPlatform’s governance as the trusted global standard for secure connected devices GlobalPlatform announced today it will assume governance of PSA Certified, the global security certification scheme launched by Arm and key partners in 2019. In this next phase of growth, GlobalPlatform—the global standards organization for secure digital services and devices—will drive further collaboration, broader industry participation, and greater regulatory alignment for PSA Certified. Since its launch, PSA Certified has become a globally adopted framework that helps manufacturers and developers build secure connected products based on a Root of Trust. It aligns key security components—such as device identity, cryptography, attestation, and secure boot—with certification needs, regulatory requirements, and global best practices. To date, more than 250 products — spanning silicon, software, and devices—have been c

Human insight and autonomous agents work together to transform operations, enhance efficiency, improve safety, and unlock new value across the enterprise. Aker BP, one of Europe's largest independent oil companies, and Cognite, the global leader in industrial AI, deepen their strategic partnership through the expanded adoption of Cognite Atlas AI™,harnessing the power of AI agents to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate productivity. This enhanced collaboration puts Aker BP at the forefront of leveraging agentic AI to drive significant value and transform its operations. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250903134233/en/ Aker BP Leverages Cognite Atlas AI™ to Pioneer an AI-First Future in Exploration and Production Aker BP's "AI-first strategy" was developed to help lead the energy sector into a data-driven future by seamlessly integrating AI applications within industrial settings and business objectiv

– Additionally, two other Resident Evil series titles to be released for the console on the same date in step with Capcom’s multi-platform strategy – Capcom Co., Ltd. (TOKYO:9697) today announced that Resident Evil Requiem, the latest title in the Resident Evil series scheduled for release on February 27, 2026, for PlayStation®5 system, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, will also be released for Nintendo Switch™ 2 at launch. In addition, Resident Evil 7 biohazard and Resident Evil Village, two other titles in the series, will also be released for Nintendo Switch 2 on the same date. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250916064724/en/ Resident Evil Requiem Key Art Resident Evil Requiem is a survival horror game that serves as the ninth main installment in the series. The title is being developed using RE ENGINE, Capcom’s proprietary game engine, and leverages Capcom’s extensive development experience cultivated over numerou

Franklin Templeton, a global investment leader with more than $1.6 trillion in assets under management, together with three leading institutional infrastructure investment firms: Actis, the Sustainable Infrastructure business of General Atlantic; Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (“CIP”); and DigitalBridge, today announced a strategic partnership to deliver private infrastructure solutions to individual investors. This partnership seeks to provide private wealth clients with differentiated access to high-growth infrastructure opportunities, thematically focused on energy security, electrification, and digitalization, as well as sectors including data centers and hyperscaler development, renewable energy, fiber and towers, and digital power. “We are excited to partner with three leading firms: DigitalBridge, CIP, and Actis, in response to a compelling market demand for allocations to infrastructure,” said Jenny Johnson, President and CEO, Franklin Templeton. “The trends shaping the pri

VELA to operate the world’s first sailing cargo trimaran powered by 100 percent wind when at sea1 to sail between Europe and the U.S.Takeda to become the first biopharmaceutical company to ship its products on VELA’s wind-powered trimaran, starting a new era of sustainable shipping in pharma Takeda (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) and VELA Transport today announced their business partnership, with Takeda set to become the first biopharmaceutical company to transport its products between Europe and the U.S. using VELA’s first-of-its-kind sailing cargo trimaran. VELA designed and will operate a fleet of new generation sailing cargo vessels, powered 100 percent by wind when at sea. Purpose-built to handle pharmaceutical products, VELA will offer reliable, secure and ultra-low-emission sea freight shipping. The maiden voyage is planned for late 2026. VELA’s new wind-powered sea freight will offer a climate-conscious alternative to other transportation for the pharmaceutical industry – cutting use-relat

Moody’s today announced Agentic Solutions, a groundbreaking addition to its suite of AI-powered offerings designed to transform how organizations make decisions in complex, high-stakes environments. The new solutions empower organizations to act with greater speed, precision, and confidence than ever before, reshaping how risk is decoded, opportunities are identified, and decisions are made. “For over a century, our customers have looked to Moody’s for premium data, trusted insights, and cutting-edge solutions to help them make better, more informed decisions,” said Rob Fauber, President and CEO of Moody’s. “Agentic Solutions is a natural extension of our legacy of investment and innovation – anchored in the strength of our industry leading data-estate and the depth of our people’s analytical skills. By integrating agentic capabilities into the workflows of our customers, we are supercharging the speed and precision at which we can help our customers understand risk and unlock opportun

Matrix Executions, a leader in options trading technology, announced its latest launch of its white-label equity options algorithmic trading solutions. This product empowers broker dealers with true customization and control, enabling them to offer a bespoke algo trading experience to their clients. The product leverages Matrix Executions’ advanced execution algo suite overlayed with the Matrix QRX ATS for an all-in-one answer to execution customization. In today's dynamic market, a one-size-fits-all approach no longer works. Matrix Executions’ offering provides broker dealers with the ability to define, configure, and deploy option algorithms with varying levels of precision. This isn't just a re-skinned product but a foundation for dynamic innovation. The Matrix white-label solution provides extensive bespoke parameter configurations and true customization. Their robust strategy configuration library allows broker-dealers to fine-tune specific variables to optimize performance for di

Tecnotree, a global leader in AI, 5G, and cloud-native digital platforms and services has been recognized as a Visionary in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for AI in CSP Customer and Business Operations. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250916788293/en/ Tecnotree Named a Visionary in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for AI in CSP Customer and Business Operations We feel this underscores the company’s ability to deliver AI-powered, cloud-native platforms that enable communications service providers (CSPs) and enterprises worldwide to accelerate digital transformation, monetize networks, and deliver hyper-personalized customer experiences. The Gartner report, authored by analysts Pulkit Pandey, Amresh Nandan, Will Rice, and Mounish Rai, evaluates leading AI vendors for CSP customer and business operations. According to Gartner, AI in CSP customer and business operations helps CSPs utilize AI/ML to generate ins

In the EXHALE-4 study, dexpramipexole met the primary endpoint with statistically significant improvement in lung function compared with placeboDexpramipexole demonstrated statistically significant reduction in blood absolute eosinophil count (AEC) compared with placeboFull results will be presented at an upcoming medical meeting; Areteia continues to enroll the EXHALE-2 and EXHALE-3 Phase III exacerbation studies of dexpramipexole in eosinophilic asthma Areteia Therapeutics, Inc. (“Areteia”) today announced positive results from the Phase III EXHALE-4 efficacy and safety study of dexpramipexole as an add-on oral therapy in participants with eosinophilic asthma. “More than half of people with asthma have the eosinophilic subtype, yet there remains a profound need for easily administered oral treatment options that can help address their symptoms, which are often severe,” said Ian Pavord, MA, DM, Professor of Respiratory Medicine at the University of Oxford, UK and a member of Areteia’s

TreviPay, a fully managed B2B payments platform, has collaborated with Walmart Business to launch the next phase of the retailer’s Pay By Invoice program. The program enables eligible business customers to access a line of credit with 30-day net terms, powered by TreviPay’s next-generation payments and A/R automation technology. The offering is available for purchases online, in the Walmart Business app or in-store. A study of 300 global business buyers, conducted by Murphy Research for TreviPay, found 85% of buyers want the option to pay on net terms and are likely to buy more when they can pay this way. TreviPay’s Pay by Invoice offering enables buyers to defer payment, receive detailed invoices for streamlined recordkeeping and procurement, and manage cash flow more effectively. “The biggest opportunity in retail now is in B2B. Companies that capture this valuable segment will win with flexible payment options that integrate directly into the buying experience and maintain efficienc

NIQ, a leading consumer intelligence company, is entering a strategic relationship with Decentriq to enable data collaboration for media use cases across Europe. Through the relationship, NIQ’s high quality consumer insights, including digital purchase data, will be available in Decentriq’s privacy-preserving clean rooms for the first time, enabling advertisers and agencies to utilize the data for audience profiling and closed loop measurement. Expanding beyond shopper insights NIQ is expanding its services to the data and media ecosystem through privacy-persevering clean rooms, opening up new opportunities for marketing and advertising agencies to enrich their first-party data insights, inform audience strategies, and measure sales outcomes. As Pierre Cholet, Chief Customer Officer at Decentriq, explains, “NIQ has long been a trusted name in understanding consumer purchasing behavior. Now, by integrating their data into Decentriq’s clean room, advertisers and agencies can leverage thi

Transformation is now a way of life for global companies, with two-thirds (65%) undergoing wide-reaching or expanding organization-wide transformation initiatives. This is driven by regulatory change (including tariffs), technological disruption, and shifting customer needs, all of which are rated at 4.1/5 in importance. Confidence levels are high, with 95% expecting initiatives to deliver success, according to the inaugural Arthur D. Little (ADL) Global Transformation Study. Time frames vary significantly between regions. 71% have a four-to-six-year window for transformation, with 32% focused on five years. However, average timelines range from 3.2 years in North America to 4.9 years in the Middle East and 5.5 years in Asia-Pacific. There are also significant differences between who leads transformation efforts globally. While a third (32%) of companies have a Chief Transformation Officer (CTrO), adoption varies considerably by region. 53% of European companies have a CTrO, compared w

Reply [EXM, STAR: REY] has achieved the AWS Advertising and Marketing Technology Competency, the official recognition from Amazon Web Services certifying advanced technical and project expertise in the design and delivery of advertising and marketing solutions on AWS. This milestone was made possible thanks to the joint contribution of Storm Reply and Data Reply, both part of the Reply Group, with solid expertise in implementing cloud-native and data-driven solutions on the AWS platform. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250916374888/en/ With this certification, Reply’s companies specialized in AWS services further consolidate their role as trusted technology partners for organizations looking to evolve their marketing and communication strategies through the advanced use of AWS cloud and AI technologies. The AWS Advertising and Marketing Technology Competency validates the ability of AWS Partners to deliver hig

Connecting 70 million PayPay users to over 2 million South Korean merchants A milestone in PayPay’s overseas expansion Starting from late September 2025, Japan's leading cashless payment service PayPay will be accepted at over 2 million merchants across South Korea through Alipay+, a global wallet gateway service operated by Ant International. This will allow its 70 million registered users to make seamless payments during their visit, wherever the Alipay+ logo is displayed. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250915612411/en/ Starting from late September 2025, Japanese travellers will be able to use PayPay to make payments in South Korea at stores displaying the Alipay+ logo. PayPay will show users the payment amount in Korean won and its yen equivalent in real time. This marks a new chapter in PayPay’s overseas expansion. From K-beauty stores and convenience chains to local eateries and cultural hotspots, from m

New credentials strengthen Infobip's role in the global telco ecosystem Global communications platform Infobiphas received two new Network API certifications from the GSMA, as part of the CAMARA project. The SIM Swap and Number Verification certifications demonstrate Infobip's commitment to advancing global standards for Network APIs through the GSMA Open Gateway initiative. The certifications mark a significant milestone for Infobip and its telco partners worldwide. The certifications validate Infobip's expertise and support mobile network operators (MNOs) in achieving their own certifications as part of GSMA's global standardization efforts. Viktorija Radman, Telecom Growth & Strategy Director at Infobip, said:"Achieving GSMA certifications for SIM Swap and Number Verification demonstrates our commitment to building secure, scalable solutions for operators worldwide. As a CPaaS enabler, Infobip is dedicated to helping telcos embrace new global standards and bring the benefits of Netw

Skills gaps in networking, cybersecurity, and AI are delaying growth and forcing businesses to rethink leadership, training, and investment strategies Global businesses are facing mounting challenges in their growth ambitions due to persistent skills shortages in critical technology areas. As AI becomes more deeply embedded in business strategy, organisations are struggling to find or retain talent in key domains such as networking (39%), cybersecurity (40%), and Data/AI/automation (33%). The findings come from an IDC InfoBrief commissioned by Expereo, titled “Enterprise Horizons 2025: Technology Leaders Priorities: Achieving Digital Agility.” The report reveals that 39% of organisations are struggling to find or retain networking talent, while 33% report similar challenges in data, AI, and automation - figures that remain consistent with 2024 findings. These shortages are not only slowing down AI adoption but also reshaping leadership dynamics and workforce strategies across enterpris

iBASIS, the leading provider of communications solutions for operators and digital players worldwide, and PT XLSMART Telecom Sejahtera Tbk (XLSMART), formerly known as PT XL Axiata Tbk and PT Smartfren Telecom Tbk, today announced the signing of a Management Service Agreement designed to enhance the efficiency and security of Mobile Authentication traffic delivered into the XLSMART network. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250916416751/en/ From left to right: Andrijanto Muljono, Director & Chief Enterprise & Strategic Relationship Officer, XLSMART; Patrick George, CEO, iBASIS This agreement is a key part of XLSMART's long-term strategy to strengthen its enterprise business and digital services. iBASIS will serve as the unique international and domestic authorized gateway for Mobile Authentication traffic into XL network prefixes. The primary benefit of this collaboration is improved security for XLSMART’s custo

The first images from the Multi-Viewing, Multi-Channel, Multi-Polarisation Imager, presented at the 2025 EUMETSAT Conference, reveal the brand-new instrument’s exceptional ability to monitor the Earth’s atmosphere from multiple perspectives, to support improved forecasts and air pollution and climate monitoring. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250915322837/en/ 3MI’s very first image, captured between 10:59 and 11:03 CEST on 28 August 2025, confirmed the instrument is already performing well as it delivers its preliminary data streams. The left panel shows a standard view using natural light, highlighting clouds and land surfaces. The right panel, based on polarised light measurements, reveals much finer detail of the atmosphere’s composition – such as subtle cloud structures over Italy and wildfire smoke on the right edge of the image, over Greece. When sunlight interacts with particles in the air, like drople

Transatlantic collaboration combines experience and agility to drive innovation in network design and delivery SES, a leading space solutions company, and K2 Space, an innovative new space technology firm, announced today a strategic collaboration to advance the development of SES’s future medium Earth orbit (MEO) network. The collaboration combines SES’s decades of experience operating global multi-orbit networks, including its O3b mPOWER MEO network, with K2 Space’s agile engineering capabilities to co-develop future network infrastructure and technologies. Earlier this year, SES and K2 Space started development activities to validate new network technologies geared for commercial and sovereign government applications. An on-orbit mission in the first quarter of 2026 will be the first step towards rolling out SES’s future MEO network. This marks a shift in the traditional satellite industry approach, moving from legacy waterfall models to an iterative process that supports continuous

The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) and Ant International, a leading global digital payment, digitisation, and financial technology provider, will launch cross-border QR code payments between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA) national payment scheme, mada, and Ant International’s global wallet gateway, Alipay+, during 2026 to drive digitisation and inclusive growth for local merchants. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250915420538/en/ “We are deeply honoured to support the ambitious goals of Vision 2030 and build on the strong digital infrastructure by SAMA to enhance payment connectivity and boost Saudi Arabia’s status as a global tourism hub,” said Douglas Feagin, President of Ant International. “Tourism is a powerful force for economic growth and cultural connectivity. Through such joint innovations across public and private sectors, we can unlock more opportunities and help local businesses and communities flou