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Tradition Announces Partnership With Affin Moneybrokers to Support Malaysian Market Data

Tradition today announced a strategic partnership with Affin Moneybrokers Sdn. Bhd., one of Malaysia's leading interbank money brokers, under which Tradition will provide market data infrastructure, pricing technology and distribution capabilities to support Affin's continued growth in the Malaysian financial markets.

South Korea video game tycoon to pay record $1.5 bn in divorce

A Seoul court on Wednesday ordered South Korean video game tycoon Kwon Hyuk-bin to pay more than 2 trillion won ($1.5 billion) in a divorce settlement, the largest asset division ever awarded in the country.

Africa's informal economy: a burden and lifeline

Across the pavements, residential areas and public spaces of African cities, the informal economy is booming under the noses of authorities, who are often powerless to stop it.

Sweden immigration restrictions spark healthcare concerns

A dramatic tightening of Sweden's migration policy has sparked concern in a healthcare sector that is ever more dependent on immigrants, professionals warned ahead of a general election on Sunday.

Kenyan start-up makes robotic limbs to sign for deaf kids

In a school for the deaf in Kenya, children signed their excitement as a team demonstrated how a robotic arm could revolutionise their studies.

From trenches to catwalk: Ukraine's amputee soldiers hit the runway

In the corner of a vast brick hall, models slipped silently and elegantly into linen dresses, as the chink of a metal prosthetic limb pierced the quiet.

UK airports face more disruption after air traffic control glitch

UK travellers faced more misery on Wednesday with more than 150 flights scrapped across the country, as Britain's air traffic control service scrambled to rescover from a technical glitch that sparked chaos.

Norway bids farewell to King Harald V, 'grandfather' of the nation

Norway bids farewell on Wednesday to King Harald V, a modern and unifying figure whose end of reign was tarnished by scandals, in a funeral attended by European royals and foreign dignitaries.

EU faces revolt over social media ban for children

The European Union is poised for a big reveal of its plans to keep minors safe online -- but proposals to restrict their social media access and force age checks have drawn fire from children's rights groups and privacy defenders alike.

One of Arkansas's Top Retirement Planning Specialists, Houston Harrison, Offers Seminar Series to Show Retirees How to Reduce Taxes

FAYETTEVILLE, AR / ACCESS Newswire / September 9, 2026 / Two out of three Americans worry more about running out of money than death, according to the 2026 Annual Retirement Study from the Allianz Center for the Future of Retirement. High inflation and health care costs lead the way, with high taxes and general economic volatility close behind.

Who Does the Best Gynecomastia Surgery in Bellevue?

The Best Gynecomastia Surgery in Bellevue is by Dr. Patel at Northwest Face and Body

Sonera Acquires Blacklist Alliance and Number Verifier, Uniting Litigation Protection and Caller Reputation on One Platform

The companies behind the industry's most-referenced litigator data and a carrier-spanning caller reputation testing network join the control plane for regulated outbound engagement, as the private equity-backed platform opens its downtown Austin office.

Axonis Launches Mission Node to Bring AI-Powered Decision Intelligence to the Tactical Edge

New AI-enabled intelligence solution enables more autonomous, interconnected, and adaptable defense operations, even when connectivity is degraded or denied

Carney touts Canada 'pivot' away from US as Trump levels new threat

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday that reducing economic ties with the United States would come at a cost but the benefits were clear, as President Donald Trump threatened new penalties targeting Canada.

Nearly 1,100 flights cancelled after UK air traffic control glitch

Almost 1,100 flights to and from UK airports were cancelled Tuesday due to what the country's air traffic control service called a technical issue, in the latest glitch to spark travel chaos.

Carney touts Canada 'pivot' away from US as tariffs rise

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday said reducing economic ties with the United States would come at a cost but the long-term benefits were clear, as retaliatory tariffs on US products took effect.

The "Everlasting Battery" Inside Your Joints:UConn Professor's Self-Powered Healing Material just Got Acquired

A material that turns your own movement into medicine has just landed a corporate home. PetVivo Holdings (OTCQX: PETV), a veterinary biotech and biomedical device company focused on treating osteoarthritis in dogs and horses, has acquired PiezoBioMembrane (PBM) — a startup built around a biodegradable implant that generates electricity from the everyday force of a joint in motion, and uses that charge to help regrow cartilage from the inside out. The material is the invention of Thanh Nguyen, a professor of mechanical engineering in UConn's College of Engineering, who founded PBM in 2021 to advance new implementation methods for his work with piezoelectric materials — substances that convert mechanical force into electrical energy. These materials are typically ceramics: hard, brittle, and poorly suited for medical use. But Nguyen's lab developed new forms that are so , flexible, and biodegradable, breaking down naturally within the body over time. wound healing, The materials have already shown strong potential across a range of medical applications, including tissue regeneration, implanted force sensors, and targeted drug delivery in tumor treatment. How It Works biodegradable ultrasound for In the case of arthritis, Nguyen explains, the piezoelectric materials function as an off-the-shelf product that can be implanted or injected directly into the ailing joint — with no drugs, chemicals, or cells required. The everyday force exerted on the joint generates a small electrical charge, which helps regrow healthy cartilage, mimicking the body's natural use of electricity to regenerate tissue. "The body can be electrically stimulated to regrow," Nguyen says. PBM's materials "act like a battery — an everlasting battery that works whenever there is a force applied, and vanishes safely inside the body over time." PetVivo's Vision for the Acquisition PetVivo Holdings CEO John Lai expressed enthusiasm for the merger's potential to improve the lives of companion animals globally. "PBM has developed a compelling functional biomaterials platform with the potential to support the development of multiple medical device and therapeutic product lines across both human and animal health markets," Lai said in a press release. "By combining PBM's scientific innovation with PetVivo's product development capabilities, commercialization experience, regulatory expertise, and public company infrastructure, we believe we can accelerate theadvancement of technologies that may serve as the foundation for numerous future products and strategic opportunities." For Nguyen, the deal is a chance to scale technology that could eventually benefit both animals and people. "PetVivo is an animal health company, but they do have a big passion: pushing the technology towards clinical trials for human use," Nguyen says. "That aligned perfectly with my passion for developing technology that has an impact on human life. That is why I am excited about this merger, which facilitates my passion." A Track Record of Innovation Nguyen's research sits at the intersection of medicine, micro/nanotechnology, and biomaterials. His inventions have earned him publications in prominent scientific journals and media coverage from outlets including NPR. Nguyen founded PBM during the COVID-19 pandemic, a er realizing the material he had developed could be used to create an especially effective, biodegradable face mask — one where the mechanical force of breathing generated an electrical charge that provided an extra layer of protection against viruses. PBM is not Nguyen's only venture in the acquisition pipeline. His other startup, Single-Time Microneedles (STM), is also currently undergoing an acquisition process. STM has pioneered stable, efficient vaccine delivery technology in the form of an adhesive patch. shelfNguyen's focus on biodegradable materials has translated into a remarkably diverse range of medical applications. He has received five R01 grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting research in cartilage regeneration, bone regeneration, HIV antibody delivery systems, and biodegradable ultrasound technology to boost the effectiveness of chemotherapy for brain cancer. "Whatever we are working on, we want to show that it works very well in vitro and in vivo," Nguyen says. "Then, when we are at the point of commercialization, we set up a startup or license the technology — or maybe team up with an industry partner." Thanh Nguyen is a professor of mechanical engineering in UConn's College of Engineering. (Courtesy of Thanh Nguyen

Octrado introduces its proprietary trading offering: "Your Skill. Our Capital"

Infrastructure, transparent rules and clear legal boundaries positioned as the core of the funded-account model

Could gas prices return to 2022 highs on US-Iran war?

European gas prices have more than doubled owing to the US-Iran war, just as Europe needs to replenish its reserves ahead of winter.

CapTLX Expands Institutional-Oriented Platform for Access to U.S. Capital Markets

CapTLX, the securities trading and investment platform operated by CHAINLION TECH LTD, today announced the continued expansion of its technology infrastructure for qualified investors and institutional market participants seeking structured access to U.S. equity and private capital markets.

France's Mistral sees value soar with 3 bn euro cash infusion

French AI firm Mistral said Tuesday that it raised three billion euros in what it called the largest-ever European tech fundraising, propelling its overall value to 21 billion euros ($24 billion).

Forex Expo Dubai to Take Place as Scheduled on 22–23 September 2026

Ninth edition proceeds as planned, bringing the industry together as the sector moves through a period of rapid platform and technology change.

French AI firm Mistral valued at 21 bn euros after latest funding

Mistral announced Tuesday that it had raised three billion euros ($3.5 billion) in what it described as the largest-ever European tech fundraising, valuing the French AI firm at over 21 billion euros.

Canada's counter-tariffs take effect on various US goods

Canada's retaliatory tariffs on billions of dollars in US products took effect Tuesday, as a trade war between the North American neighbors heats up.

China's trade booms as focus turns to expected Trump-Xi summit

China's imports and exports surged in August, helped by a global AI buildout that has fuelled demand for technology products and ahead of an expected meeting between President Xi Jinping and US counterpart Donald Trump.

Yen extends gains as traders eye rate hike, tech rallies again

The yen extended gains Tuesday, putting it in range of a 2026 high against the dollar as investors ramp up bets on Bank of Japan interest rate hikes, while tech firms once again stood out on equity markets.

Mongolians wait hours for fuel as reliance on Russia bites

After a five-hour wait for petrol, Mongolian pensioner Nasanjargal is still 10 places from the pump, with dozens of cars behind him in a queue snaking into the arid steppe.

Interlink Congratulates LA Knight Riders on Historic First US MLC Championship

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / September 8, 2026 / The Interlink Group today extended its warmest congratulations to its strategic partner, the Los Angeles Knight Riders, on capturing the franchise's first-ever Cognizant Major League Cricket (MLC) championship title. The Knight Riders secured the historic crown on July 18 in a thrilling, one-run victory, defeating the Washington Freedom 164 to 163/9 in the tournament final at the Oakland Coliseum in California.

The Western Investment Company of Canada Limited Announces Intention to Commence Normal Course Issuer Bid

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / September 8, 2026 / The Western Investment Company of Canada Limited (the "Company", or "Western") (TSXV:WI) today announces its intention to commence a normal course issuer bid through the facilities of the TSX Venture Exchange (the "TSXV") and/or alternative authorized Canadian trading systems to repurchase, for cancellation, up to 8,353,100 common shares of the Company, representing 5% of the Company's presently issued and outstanding common shares (the "NCIB"). The NCIB remains subject to the final approval of the TSXV.

Fetch Strategies and Caprae Capital Partner to Bring Live Deal Sourcing Into the ETA Hub

Ten-week core cohort led by Searchfunder co-founder Karen Spencer adds a live proprietary search, with fellows building buy boxes, contacting real business owners and working alongside acquisition entrepreneurs Kevin Hong and Hereford Johnson to evaluate live deals in the classroom

Who Does the Best Laser Hair Removal in Bellevue, WA?

The Best Laser Hair Removal in Bellevue is at Northwest Face and Body

Join FibroBiologics' Live Investor Webinar: Advancing a Fibroblast-Based Cell Therapy Platform Across Multiple High-Value Indications

Learn how FibroBiologics is developing an off-the-shelf therapeutic platform designed to harness the regenerative and immune-modulating properties of fibroblastsManagement to discuss the ongoing Phase 1/2 diabetic foot ulcer trial, upcoming clinical catalysts, broader pipeline opportunities, and an intellectual property portfolio of approximately 270 issued and pending patents

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