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Cboe Launches Nearly 24-Hour Trading in Russell 2000 Index Options

  • Cash-settled Russell 2000® Index (RUT) options now available during Cboe’s Global Trading Hours
  • Cboe now offers nearly 24×5 trading for RUT, S&P 500 Index and Cboe Volatility Index options
  • RUT options and Cboe’s Global Trading Hours both reached record volumes in 2025

CHICAGO, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (Cboe: CBOE), the world’s leading derivatives and securities exchange network, today announced Russell 2000 Index (RUT) and Russell 2000 Index Weeklys (RUTW) options are now available to trade on the Cboe Options Exchange nearly 24 hours a day, five days a week.

The addition of RUT options to Cboe’s Global Trading Hours (GTH) session offers European and Asia Pacific investors the ability to better manage U.S. small-cap exposure and trade during their local daytime hours. Cboe also offers S&P 500 Index (SPX), Mini-SPX (XSP) and Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) options during its GTH session, which experienced record volumes in 2025, up 27% compared to 2024.

RUT options saw record demand as investors increasingly turned to cash-settled, European-style options to help manage positioning and implement a broad range of trading strategies. Retail and institutional investors typically utilize RUT options to hedge or express market views, generate yield, or implement zero-days-to-expiry (0DTE) positions. In January, 0DTE trading represented 23% of total RUT options activity, reflecting growing investor demand for short-dated strategies.

“Cboe remains steadfast in our efforts to expand global access to U.S. markets and empower investors with the flexibility and tools they need to manage today’s market environment,” said Rob Hocking, Global Head of Derivatives at Cboe. “Demand for Russell 2000 Index options remained elevated as market participants navigated uncertainty, looked to diversify exposure and sought the utility index options can provide. By offering nearly 24-hour RUT trading alongside our SPX and VIX options, global investors can better act on their strategies in real time, regardless of time zone.”  

Milan Galik, Chief Executive Officer of Interactive Brokers, said: “Interactive Brokers is committed to expanding trading hours across the wide scope of asset classes we offer to our global clientele, as soon as and wherever such expansion is possible. With exchanges like Cboe now enabling 24/5 trading for Russell 2000 Index options, our clients worldwide gain the ability to manage their small-cap options positions around the clock and respond to international market developments in real-time.” 

Shawn Creighton, Director of Index Derivatives Solutions at FTSE Russell, said: “Cboe’s decision to introduce nearly 24-hour trading for Russell 2000 Index options is a significant milestone for global investors. As a key benchmark for U.S. small-cap equities, the expansion of Russell 2000 Index options will now offer investors enhanced flexibility to capture opportunities across time zones.”

On February 25 at 12:30 p.m. ET, Cboe will host a webinar featuring Mandy Xu, Head of Derivatives Market Intelligence at Cboe, and Catherine Yoshimoto, Director of Product Management at FTSE Russell. The discussion will cover the expansion of RUT trading hours, recent RUT options trading trends, and the outlook for small-cap performance and volatility. Visit here to sign up to receive webinar registration details and additional Cboe derivatives insights and analysis.

RUT and RUTW options now trade Monday through Friday during Cboe’s Regular Trading Hours (RTH) (9:30 a.m. ET to 4:15 p.m. ET), Global Trading Hours (GTH) (8:15 p.m. ET to 9:25 a.m. ET) and Curb Trading Hours (4:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET).

For more information on Cboe’s Global Trading Hours, visit Cboe Global Trading Hours.

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Titomic Enters Space Act Agreement with NASA

HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Titomic Limited (ASX: TTT), a global leader in cold spray additive manufacturing utilizing their Titomic Kinetic Fusion™ technology, is pleased to announce the signing of a Space Act Agreement with NASA to conduct testing and evaluation of components produced using Titomic’s proprietary cold spray technology.

This is a significant opportunity for Titomic to demonstrate the capabilities of its advanced manufacturing processes in extreme environments. The initial evaluation by NASA will assess characteristics of Titomic-produced parts for potential use in aerospace applications. 

“We are honored to be working with NASA on the evaluation of our cold spray manufactured components,” said Jim Simpson, CEO and Managing Director at Titomic. “Our technology offers unique advantages in producing high-performance, lightweight parts without the need for heat or melting, making it ideally suited for space and aerospace applications where structural integrity and reliability are critical.”

“The successful completion of this initial testing phase could mark the potential for future collaboration in aerospace innovation and supply chain development,” said Dr. Patti Dare, Titomic USA President. 

This Space Act Agreement supports collaboration focused on technical assessment and information exchange and provides Titomic an opportunity to demonstrate the capabilities of its advanced manufacturing technologies for potential defense, space, and industrial applications.

This announcement has been authorized for release by Titomic’s Board of Directors.

Titomic Enters Space Act Agreement with NASA

HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Titomic Limited (ASX: TTT), a global leader in cold spray additive manufacturing utilizing their Titomic Kinetic Fusion™ technology, is pleased to announce the signing of a Space Act Agreement with NASA to conduct testing and evaluation of components produced using Titomic’s proprietary cold spray technology.

This is a significant opportunity for Titomic to demonstrate the capabilities of its advanced manufacturing processes in extreme environments. The initial evaluation by NASA will assess characteristics of Titomic-produced parts for potential use in aerospace applications. 

“We are honored to be working with NASA on the evaluation of our cold spray manufactured components,” said Jim Simpson, CEO and Managing Director at Titomic. “Our technology offers unique advantages in producing high-performance, lightweight parts without the need for heat or melting, making it ideally suited for space and aerospace applications where structural integrity and reliability are critical.”

“The successful completion of this initial testing phase could mark the potential for future collaboration in aerospace innovation and supply chain development,” said Dr. Patti Dare, Titomic USA President. 

This Space Act Agreement supports collaboration focused on technical assessment and information exchange and provides Titomic an opportunity to demonstrate the capabilities of its advanced manufacturing technologies for potential defense, space, and industrial applications.

This announcement has been authorized for release by Titomic’s Board of Directors.

CGTN AMERICA & CCTV UN: CMG Presents “Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala” in New York City, Celebrating the Year of the Horse

WASHINGTON, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CGTN America & CCTV UN releases CMG Presents “Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala” in New York City, Celebrating the Year of the Horse

China Media Group presents the “Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala” in New York City, marking the joyous arrival of the Year of the Horse with an evening of cultural celebration, innovation, and global unity.

Now in its third consecutive year, the flagship “Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala”, which takes place on Friday, February 13th, in Midtown Manhattan, will welcome distinguished guests representing China, the U.S., and the United Nations, delivering heartfelt messages promoting cultural exchange, international cooperation, and global unity.

The Year of Horse begins on February 17. Watching the CMG Spring Festival Gala on the eve of the Chinese New Year has been a tradition for Chinese people. The celebration serves as a cultural symbol for the world to explore and understand China.

The “Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala” event in NYC will share that same spirit and will feature dynamic performances, showcasing both tradition and modernity. A Dragon Dance act will kick off the night, and later musicians and performers will appear on the stage singing and dancing to celebrate diversity and harmony.

Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy a unique magic show by an artist known for large-scale illusions and immersive experiences. The show will include interaction with the audience and with talking robots.

There will be an outstanding AI works display from the “Bright Future of Humanity” global AI visual works call-for-submissions, which was launched last August, inviting young creators to use AI for positive, future-oriented storytelling.

One of the final acts will be a remarkable Tai Chi and martial arts demonstration, and the night will close with music and a fashion show featuring designs inspired by both tradition and technology.

The 2026 “Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala” will successfully reflect the spirit of cultural exchange and mutual respect, reinforcing the importance of shared traditions in a global community.

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Opening of the Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 Exhibition Marks Seventh Edition

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Royal Commission for Riyadh City, through the Riyadh Art Program, has announced the opening of the Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 Exhibition, showcasing completed artworks from the 7th edition of the annual international Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium. The exhibition will take place from February 9 to February 22, 2026, on Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Street (Al Tahlia) in Riyadh and is open to the public free of charge.

Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 presented by Riyadh Art, Royal Commission for Riyadh City.
Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 presented by Riyadh Art, Royal Commission for Riyadh City.

Held under the theme Traces of What Will Be, this year’s edition explores transformation as both a material process and a condition shaped by the city’s evolution, reflecting Riyadh’s ongoing renewal. The Al Tahlia site holds historical significance as the location of Riyadh’s early water desalination stations, grounding the exhibition within a legacy of innovation, adaptation, and the pursuit of improved quality of life. This context provides a conceptual framework for the works on view.

The exhibition features 25 new large scale sculptures completed during the live sculpting phase, held from January 10 to February 5, 2026, allowing the public to witness the artistic process as it unfolded. Working with locally sourced stone and reclaimed metal, the artists transformed raw materials into finished works, emphasizing process, durability, and material intelligence within the public realm.

The 7th edition of the Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium and Exhibition brings together Saudi and international artists from 18 countries, selected from more than 650 applications representing 50 countries worldwide through a specialized international jury. The participating artworks present diverse artistic interpretations of the symposium’s theme, addressing ideas of memory, responsible use of resources, environmental innovation, and the impact of human intervention within natural and urban contexts.

The curatorial framework for Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 is overseen by Lulwa Alhomoud, Sarah Staton, and Rut Blees Luxemburg, whose combined expertise in public art, spatial practice, and contemporary visual culture has informed the development of works that engage closely with material, site, and future possibilities.

An interactive program accompanies the exhibition, including workshops, panel talks, and educational visits. This program reinforces the commitment of the Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium to operate as an open cultural platform that encourages community participation and supports awareness of contemporary art.

All artworks produced during the Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 edition will join the permanent Riyadh Art Collection and will be installed at prominent public locations across the city in the future, extending the program’s impact beyond the exhibition period and integrating contemporary sculpture into public spaces across Riyadh.

Since its launch in 2019, the Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium has brought together more than 170 local and international artists, with each edition contributing new works to Riyadh Art’s Permanent Collection. To date, over 60 sculptures from past editions have been permanently installed across the city, with additional works scheduled for installation in future phases, reflecting the program’s long-term approach to expanding public art across Riyadh.

The Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 Exhibition is open to the public free of charge from February 9 to February 22, 2026, on Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Street (Al Tahlia) in Riyadh.

For more information, please visit: riyadhart.rcrc.gov.sa/en/tuwaiq-sculpture

Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 presented by Riyadh Art, Royal Commission for Riyadh City.
Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 presented by Riyadh Art, Royal Commission for Riyadh City.

 

Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 presented by Riyadh Art, Royal Commission for Riyadh City.
Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 presented by Riyadh Art, Royal Commission for Riyadh City.

 

Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 presented by Riyadh Art, Royal Commission for Riyadh City.
Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 presented by Riyadh Art, Royal Commission for Riyadh City.

 

Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 presented by Riyadh Art, Royal Commission for Riyadh City.
Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 presented by Riyadh Art, Royal Commission for Riyadh City.

 

SAUDI ARABIA ANNOUNCES 2026 FUTURE AVIATION FORUM TO CONVENE GLOBAL AVIATION LEADERS, EXTENDS RECORD-BREAKING AVIATION GROWTH

  • The 2026 Future Aviation Forum will return to Riyadh from 20–22 April in Riyadh, convening more than 11,000 global aviation leaders and experts, including regulators and industry associations, manufacturers, airlines, and airports.
  • FAF 2026 will address the most pressing global aviation challenges while showcasing the unprecedented growth and investment opportunities emerging across Saudi Arabia. Registration is now open.
  • Saudi Arabia has recorded a third consecutive year of record-breaking aviation growth, with passenger numbers and flight movements increasing by a further 9.6% in 2025.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 2026 Future Aviation Forum will return to Riyadh from 20-22 April, bringing together more than 11,000 global aviation experts and leaders, including ministers, regulators, manufacturers, airlines, and airports. The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) launched the Forum whilst announcing a third consecutive year of record-breaking aviation growth for Saudi Arabia. In 2025, Saudia Arabia carried 140.9 million passengers, up 9.6%, and operated 980,000 flights, an 8.3% percent increase compared with 2024.

His Excellency Abdulaziz-Al Duailej, President of GACA
His Excellency Abdulaziz-Al Duailej, President of GACA

The 2026 Future Aviation Forum will be held under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The Forum is the premier global leadership forum for aviation, recognized by the International Civil Aviation Organization. The 2024 edition resulted in more than 100 agreements and $20 billion in deals.

Minister of Transport and Logistics Services His Excellency Saleh Al-Jasser said:

“Saudi aviation is soaring to new heights, delivering connectivity and growth in support of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 agenda and the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy. The 2026 Future Aviation Forum will showcase the unprecedented investment, growth, and innovation opportunities being created across the Kingdom for global investors, suppliers, and operators.”

His Excellency the President of GACA, Abdulaziz-Al Duailej, stated:

“The 2026 Future Aviation Forum will once again unite global aviation leaders to solve aviation’s biggest challenges, in line with the theme Unlocking Global Growth, Designing the Future Sky. Saudi Arabia is committed to providing global leadership on the world’s biggest aviation issues, including manufacturing supply chains, capacity constraints, geopolitical disruptions, and the development of human capital across the world.”

GACA also confirmed that the 2028 and 2030 editions of the Forum will be delivered in partnership with Richard Attias and Associates, majority-owned by the Saudi Public Investment Fund. This announcement reflects the success of the previous three editions, and demand from aviation leaders and sponsors for the event. Forum attendees include global regulatory and aviation associations, all major global aircraft manufacturers, airlines, supplier companies and Saudi Vision 2030 projects.

GACA has released the 2025 Air Traffic Report at the 19th Saudi Aviation Sector Steering Committee meeting. The report confirmed increasing global connectivity to 176 destinations representing a 78% increase on pre-pandemic levels. International passenger numbers increased 10.2% to 76 million passengers, and domestic passengers to 65 million passengers. Saudi Arabia is projected to continue rapid aviation expansion in support of its Vision 2030 transformation agenda, with national airlines having more than 500 aircraft on order and airport capacity expansions underway across the Kingdom.

To register, please visit the website at https://futureaviation.gaca.gov.sa/en.

His Excellency Saleh Al-Jasser, Minister of Transport and Logistics Services
His Excellency Saleh Al-Jasser, Minister of Transport and Logistics Services

SleepAI.com Introduces an AI-Powered Sleep and Emotional Wellness Platform for Modern Life

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SleepAI.com, a personalized AI sleep companion, today announced the launch of an AI-powered sleep and emotional wellness platform, now available on both the iOS and Google Play app stores. The platform is designed to address one of modern life’s most persistent challenges: the growing disconnect between how people live and how they sleep.

Gently tap Pufflo to begin your Goodnight Ritual.
Gently tap Pufflo to begin your Goodnight Ritual.

Redefining Sleep Tech: A Custom-Built, End-to-End Intelligent Management Ecosystem

SleepAI.com moves beyond traditional sleep apps that rely primarily on static audio content. Instead, the platform delivers an adaptive, data-driven sleep experience powered by large-scale artificial intelligence models, offering individualized guidance that evolves with each user’s emotional state, sleep patterns, and long-term habits.

At the core of SleepAI.com is an end-to-end intelligent sleep management system that spans perception, intervention, monitoring, and optimization. By continuously learning from user behavior and physiological signals, the platform is designed to adapt to individuals over time—rather than asking users to adjust themselves to rigid programs or one-size-fits-all routines.

Every individual is unique, and so is their sleep experience. More than just companionship, SleepAI.com learns from each user and continuously refines its approach, delivering science-backed improvements to help users sleep better, night after night.

Wearable-Free Sleep Monitoring and Adaptive Personalized Guidance

Beyond companionship, SleepAI.com emphasizes measurable outcomes. The system continuously adapts personalized sleep guidance based on real data, aiming to deliver science-backed, verifiable improvements in sleep quality over time.

SleepAI.com’s capabilities extend across multiple dimensions of sleep and emotional well-being. The platform provides personalized sleep guidance informed by users’ emotions, routines, and preferences, with AI-generated experiences designed to ease restlessness and reduce sleep-related anxiety. During sleep, the system can monitor breathing patterns, body movement, and ambient noise—without requiring wearable devices—and can issue real-time alerts when irregularities are detected, adding an additional layer of nighttime safety.

Upon waking, users receive a comprehensive sleep report covering more than 40 dimensions of sleep health. Progress is tracked continuously, allowing the system to dynamically adjust recommendations and optimize each user’s personalized sleep plan over time.

SleepAI utilizes minimal required data for its personalized sleep and mental health support services. Data used for model optimization is subjected to comprehensive anonymization and de-identification, preventing any potential re-identification of individuals.

Meet Your AI Sleep Companion Pufflo, Optimizing Nightly Routines Through Empathetic Interaction

Recognizing the close relationship between emotional health and sleep, SleepAI.com also offers a private emotional space where users can reflect, express feelings, and engage in guided mindfulness exercises. Using AI-driven insights, the platform responds to emotional cues and supports users in building calmer, more balanced nighttime routines.

To further infuse the sleep experience with personalization and emotional warmth, the platform has integrated Pufflo, an intelligent AI companion. Moving beyond the role of a standard virtual assistant, Pufflo acts as a personalized wellness confidant that understands users and offers real-time emotional resonance.

During the pre-sleep window, Pufflo analyzes a user’s emotional state, sleep history, and personal preferences to curate bespoke content—such as exclusive meditations, sleep stories, or soothing white noise. This seamless guidance helps users drift off naturally, helping to break the cycle of restless tossing and turning and sleep-onset anxiety.

“We have always been committed to enhancing global well-being through technological innovation,” said Leo, CEO of Sleep AI Technology. “Sleep and emotional health are at the core of modern life. We believe that truly personalized AI companionship can empower everyone to reclaim their own peaceful nights.”

As conversations around mental health, burnout, and sleep deprivation continue to grow globally, SleepAI.com aims to redefine what a sleep platform can be—shifting from passive content consumption to active, intelligent, and personalized sleep support for modern life.

For more information about the SleepAI.com platform, please visit: https://sleepai.com

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Tower Capital Asia announces majority investment in V-Key – a leader in digital identity and mobile application security

SINGAPORE, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tower Capital Asia (“TCA”) is pleased to announce a strategic majority investment in V-Key (“the Company”), an Asia-Pacific focused provider of digital identity and Mobile Application Protection and Security (“MAPS”) solutions.

The investment reflects TCA’s conviction in V-Key’s strong technology leadership and deep product capabilities, amid the growing importance of secure, seamless digital experiences across financial services and the broader digital economy. V-Key’s end‑to‑end platform helps banks, fintechs, and enterprises securely onboard users, authenticate access, and protect mobile applications and transactions.

Today, V-Key’s technology supports and protects over 300 applications for customers across 15 countries, including several of the largest financial institutions in Asia-Pacific. Built on a software‑based security architecture, the platform is designed for efficient deployment and scalability, supporting institutions as they expand digital services across Asia-Pacific and international markets.

“Secure digital identity has become foundational to how financial institutions and digital platforms serve customers,” said Mr Danny Koh, Founder and CEO of Tower Capital Asia. “V‑Key has built a robust platform that enables organisations to manage identity, authentication, and mobile app security at scale, with a strong track record in highly regulated environments. We are excited to partner with the team to accelerate product innovation and support the Company’s growth.”

Commenting on the transaction, Mr Eddie Chau, Co‑Founder and Chairman of V‑Key shared, “For over a decade, V‑Key has focused on helping institutions secure digital identity and mobile transactions. As we considered a partner for our next phase of growth, TCA stood out for its long‑term partnership mindset, experience backing founder‑led technology businesses, and regional network.”

Mr. Joseph Gan, Co-Founder and CEO, and inventor of V-OS, the patented Virtual Secure Element currently deployed across more than 500 million mobile devices globally, said “Together we will invest further in strengthening our unified digital identity and mobile application security capabilities – so clients can deploy confidently with speed and scale as their needs evolve.”

Looking ahead, the partnership will focus on accelerating product innovation, strengthening V-Key’s regional presence, and deepening relationships with financial institutions and digital platforms as demand for secure, mobile‑first digital services continues to grow. TCA will work alongside the leadership team to support organic growth and strategic initiatives, with a focus on long‑term value creation.

“V‑Key operates at the intersection of security, identity, and mobile applications – where execution and compliance standards are exacting,” added Mr Seth Lim, Senior Vice President at Tower Capital Asia. “We see a clear opportunity to support the team as they expand across financial services and adjacent digital sectors.”

About Tower Capital Asia

Established in 2016, Tower Capital Asia is a mid-market private equity firm based in Singapore. Backed by global expertise and anchored in Asian values, the firm has led investments in the privatisation and / or buyout of Southeast Asian businesses – such as AXS, BoardRoom, Eu Yan Sang and I Can Read – in close partnership with business sponsors. As of 30 September 2025, the firm manages assets of more than US$900 million in investments and commitments across all vehicles. For more information on the firm, please visit www.towercapitalasia.com.

About V-Key

Founded in 2011, V‑Key provides digital identity, authentication, and mobile application security for banks, enterprises, and government‑linked organisations. Its AI-powered platform enables secure onboarding, access, and transaction protection across mobile environments and is built around the patented V‑OS Virtual Secure Element and V-OS App Identity — delivering hardware‑grade security in software for deployments in regulated digital markets across Asia and beyond. For more information on the Company, please visit www.v-key.com.

V-Key
V-Key