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MicroCloud Hologram Inc. Quantum Intelligent Interconnected Fault-Tolerant Consensus Algorithm Achieves Collaborative Control of Financial Internet Nodes

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SHENZHEN, China, Feb. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MicroCloud Hologram Inc. (NASDAQ: HOLO), (“HOLO” or the “Company”), a technology service provider, proposed a quantum intelligent interconnected fault-tolerant consensus algorithm that deeply integrates quantum computing technology into the consensus mechanism, achieving dynamic automatic access and secure exit of financial internet nodes in edge computing networks. This not only strengthens the system’s flexibility and scalability but also builds a solid defense line for stability and security through quantum fault-tolerant technology, providing key support for the fusion of edge computing and financial services.

The quantum intelligent interconnected fault-tolerant consensus algorithm is a quantum-enhanced scheme optimized and upgraded based on the traditional Byzantine fault-tolerant algorithm. Its core advantage lies in retaining an efficient consensus process while significantly improving adaptability to dynamic network environments. The core of its quantum innovation is the introduction of a quantum Byzantine fault-tolerant mechanism, which enhances node consensus efficiency through quantum parallel verification technology and achieves real-time synchronization of node states by leveraging quantum entanglement characteristics. Unlike traditional algorithms, the core logic of this algorithm involves dynamically electing a quantum primary node to complete the sorting and packaging of financial data, while allowing nodes to freely join or exit without interrupting financial services, adapting to the dynamic topological characteristics of edge computing networks.

Building on the quantum intelligent interconnected fault-tolerant consensus algorithm, HOLO has specifically designed a quantum-enhanced edge node management system, which includes a quantum node selection mechanism based on geographic location and a quantum node evaluation system based on performance dimensions. This mechanism allows edge nodes closer to the data source to more easily become quantum primary nodes, improving processing efficiency by shortening data transmission distances. The evaluation system uses quantum sensors to collect real-time core indicators such as nodes’ computing load, storage capacity, and bandwidth peaks, generating dynamic quantitative scores to achieve precise control over node performance and optimal resource allocation.

In the consensus process of the quantum intelligent interconnected fault-tolerant consensus algorithm, every node in the edge computing network has dual adaptability as both a quantum primary node and a slave node. The quantum primary node is responsible for capturing transaction requests from edge financial terminals, completing data sorting, and packaging it into quantum-encrypted data units. Quantum slave nodes perform parallel verification of the data units through quantum verification algorithms. Once the entire network reaches quantum consensus, the data is written into the local distributed financial database. This quantum consensus mechanism can effectively resist faults or malicious attacks from some nodes, ensuring the consistency of network consensus and the integrity of financial data through quantum fault-tolerant verification.

The quantum-driven node dynamic access mechanism significantly lowers the entry threshold for edge nodes. New nodes do not need to wait for a specific time window or restart the entire network; they only need to initiate the quantum identity authentication process and submit quantum-encrypted identity credentials to the consensus nodes in the network. After the verification nodes complete identity verification and permission confirmation through quantum key distribution technology, the new node can quickly obtain network parameters and global state information, synchronously join the consensus network, and participate in financial transaction processing. The entire process achieves full automation and low-latency adaptation.

The quantum intelligent interconnected fault-tolerant consensus algorithm, with its dynamic node management capabilities, quantum-level Byzantine fault tolerance advantages, and excellent stability, has already demonstrated broad application prospects in multiple edge computing-related fields. In scenarios such as collaborative financial IoT terminals, interconnected smart payment devices, and intelligent financial edge node management, this algorithm can effectively support the collaborative work of massive distributed financial devices, ensuring the security of financial data transmission and storage through quantum encryption and fault-tolerant technology, providing core technical support for the deep integration of edge computing and financial internet.

As 5G and IoT technologies continue to iterate, the fusion of edge computing and financial internet will become increasingly close. HOLO’s quantum intelligent interconnected fault-tolerant consensus algorithm, as the core enabling technology for this fusion, is expected to play a key role in the digital transformation process. In the future, by continuously optimizing quantum consensus efficiency and expanding quantum fault-tolerant boundaries, this algorithm will lay a solid foundation for building a more secure, efficient, and reliable edge financial internet network, driving the large-scale implementation and value release of edge financial technology in more industry scenarios.

About MicroCloud Hologram Inc.

MicroCloud Hologram Inc. (NASDAQ: HOLO) is committed to the research and development and application of holographic technology. Its holographic technology services include holographic light detection and ranging (LiDAR) solutions based on holographic technology, holographic LiDAR point cloud algorithm architecture design, technical holographic imaging solutions, holographic LiDAR sensor chip design, and holographic vehicle intelligent vision technology, providing services to customers offering holographic advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS). MicroCloud Hologram Inc. provides holographic technology services to global customers. MicroCloud Hologram Inc. also provides holographic digital twin technology services and owns proprietary holographic digital twin technology resource libraries. Its holographic digital twin technology resource library utilizes a combination of holographic digital twin software, digital content, space data-driven data science, holographic digital cloud algorithms, and holographic 3D capture technology to capture shapes and objects in 3D holographic form. MicroCloud Hologram Inc. focuses on developments such as quantum computing and quantum holography, with cash reserves exceeding 3 billion RMB, and plans to invest more than 400 million in USD from the cash reserves to engage in blockchain development, quantum computing technology development, quantum holography technology development, and derivatives and technology development in frontier technology fields such as artificial intelligence AR. MicroCloud Hologram Inc.’s goal is to become a global leading quantum holography and quantum computing technology company.

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Deltek Vantagepoint™ Named a Top ERP Solution in G2’s 2026 Best Software Awards

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Customer-driven recognition reinforces Vantagepoint’s leadership in delivering speed, clarity, and control for project-based architecture, engineering, and consulting businesses  

HERNDON, Va., Feb. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Deltek, the intelligent platform for project-based businesses, today announced that Deltek Vantagepoint has been named to G2’s 2026 Best Software Awards, earning a place on the Best ERP Software Products list.

Deltek Vantagepoint: Designed for Project-Based Businesses

This award highlights the exceptional satisfaction and trust Vantagepoint has earned from customers worldwide. Built to deliver unmatched speed, clarity, and control across the entire project lifecycle, Vantagepoint helps project-based businesses within professional services industries streamline how they win, plan, execute, and analyze work—all within a modern, intuitive experience that puts usability and intelligence at the forefront.

By unifying CRM, project management, resource planning, financials, and analytics into a single application, Vantagepoint eliminates operational silos and delivers connected insights that support smarter decisions.

“Our goal has always been to deliver intuitive, intelligent solutions that help companies operate with clarity and confidence,” said Bob Hughes, Deltek President and CEO. “This recognition for Vantagepoint is especially meaningful because it comes directly from our customers—the companies that rely on Deltek every day to power their projects, their people, and their performance. We’re grateful for their trust and excited to continue building solutions that deliver real, measurable impact.”

Why Recognition from G2 Matters

As the world’s largest and most trusted software marketplace, G2 reaches over 100 million buyers annually. Its annual Best Software Awards rank the world’s best software companies and products based on verified, high-quality customer reviews. 

Each year, thousands of solutions are evaluated using transparent criteria, including:

  • Review volume
  • Satisfaction scores
  • Market presence and adoption

The Best ERP Software Products list represents one of the most competitive categories, and only the highest-performing, most customer-loved solutions rise to the top.

G2’s 2026 Best Software Awards rank software vendors and products using G2’s proprietary scoring algorithm that analyzes authenticated user sentiment alongside publicly available market data. This ensures the rankings reflect products that consistently deliver measurable customer impact.

G2’s awards reflect authentic, timely feedback from millions of software buyers—only the top ~1% of over 150,000 vendors listed on the platform earn a place on its lists.

“As buyers increasingly shift to AI-driven research to discover software solutions, being recommended in the ‘answer moment’ must be earned with credible proof,” said Godard Abel, co-founder and CEO at G2. “Our Best Software Awards are grounded in trusted data from authentic customer reviews. They not only give buyers an objective, reliable guide to the products that help teams do their best work, but they’re also the proof AI search platforms rely on when sourcing answers. Congratulations to this year’s winners, including Deltek Vantagepoint. Earning a spot on these lists signals real customer impact.”

Learn more about Vantagepoint.

About Deltek

Deltek is the intelligent platform that powers the project lifecycle—from ERP and accounting to project bidding, planning, delivery, and analysis. Trusted by 30,000 organizations across government contracting, aerospace and defense, architecture and engineering, construction, and consulting, Deltek delivers the speed, clarity, and control needed when the stakes are high. Learn more at www.deltek.com.

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KuCoin Reinforces Long-Term Global Brand Strategy Through Trust-Led Partnership with Tadej Pogačar

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From Visibility to Value: KuCoin Advances Responsible Crypto Adoption Through Enduring Sports Alignment

VIENNA, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin, a leading global crypto platform built on trust, is reinforcing its global brand strategy through its recently unveiled strategic partnership with world-class cyclist Tadej Pogačar — one of the few value-driven collaborations between the crypto sector and elite professional cycling.

First introduced in Vienna in late January, the partnership reflects more than a traditional sponsorship. Built around the theme “Trust, Proven by Performance,” the collaboration underscores a shared belief that credibility is not declared through visibility alone, but earned through discipline, consistency, and measurable results over time.

As the crypto industry continues to mature under evolving regulatory standards and increasing institutional participation, brand trust has emerged as a defining differentiator. While many digital-asset companies pursue short-term exposure through high-visibility sponsorships, KuCoin has deliberately adopted a long-term framework centered on sustained credibility and responsible growth.

A Strategic Shift from Exposure to Endurance

Rather than prioritizing scale of audience alone, KuCoin’s partnership with Pogačar represents a strategic alignment with performance ethos and professional discipline at the highest level of global sport.

Widely regarded as one of the most accomplished cyclists of his generation, Pogačar has built his reputation through sustained excellence on cycling’s most demanding stages. His approach emphasizes preparation, resilience under pressure, safety, and long-term consistency — principles that closely mirror KuCoin’s own operational philosophy.


“At the highest level of cycling, trust is earned through preparation and performance, not headlines,” said Tadej Pogačar. “You build it over time, through responsible decisions under pressure. That mindset aligns strongly with how KuCoin approaches security and long-term growth.”

For KuCoin, the partnership reflects a broader belief that the future of crypto adoption depends not on hype cycles, but on infrastructure, governance, and transparent operational standards.

Trust as Infrastructure, Not Marketing

Over the past eight years, KuCoin has invested significantly in security systems, risk management frameworks, and regulatory alignment across global markets. The company currently holds SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 certifications and continues expanding its regulated footprint, including AUSTRAC registration in Australia and a MiCA license in Austria.

CEO BC Wong said the collaboration reflects a deeper strategic philosophy.

“We are not building visibility — we are building credibility,” BC said. “Trust is not created by logos or short-term campaigns. It is earned through discipline, compliance, operational resilience, and consistent performance over time. Tadej represents excellence achieved through preparation and professionalism at the highest level. That alignment makes this partnership meaningful.”

As regulatory clarity increases across Europe and other major markets, KuCoin views long-term partnerships as an extension of its governance strategy — reinforcing that responsible innovation and brand integrity go hand in hand.

Bridging Emerging Technology with Established Communities

The partnership also reflects a broader shift within the digital-asset sector: connecting emerging technologies with established global communities rooted in performance, professionalism, and accountability.

Elite sport embodies discipline, measurable results, and trust built through repeated achievement. By aligning with these principles, KuCoin aims to help contextualize digital finance within familiar frameworks of reliability and long-term excellence.

The collaboration with Pogačar forms part of KuCoin’s wider trust-led partnership portfolio, which includes golf icon Adam Scott and global cultural platform Tomorrowland. Across sport and culture, the consistent thread is alignment with partners who represent sustained performance and professional integrity.

This approach marks a departure from transactional sponsorship models focused purely on impressions. Instead, KuCoin evaluates partnerships through long-term strategic criteria:

  • Does the collaboration reinforce trust?
  • Does it advance responsible crypto adoption?
  • Does it connect meaningfully with global communities beyond short-term marketing impact?

Future collaborations will continue to prioritize authentic alignment with individuals and organizations whose performance, discipline, and professional excellence reflect the KuCoin ethos. The company remains focused on partnerships that create enduring value and credibility in global markets.

Supporting Responsible Mainstream Adoption

As crypto transitions from a niche asset class to a more integrated component of the global financial ecosystem, public perception and trust remain critical. By associating with figures who represent sustained peak performance rather than transient celebrity, KuCoin seeks to contribute to a broader narrative of maturity within the industry.

The partnership with Pogačar serves as a signal that crypto innovation and professional excellence can coexist within a framework grounded in responsibility, discipline, and long-term vision.

In an environment where regulatory standards continue to evolve and users increasingly prioritize security and governance, KuCoin’s strategy emphasizes consistency over noise and endurance over exposure.

The company believes that the next phase of crypto adoption will be defined by platforms capable of demonstrating measurable trust — not only through technology, but through values reflected across their global engagements.

About KuCoin

Founded in 2017, KuCoin is a leading global crypto platform trusted by over 40 million users across 200+ countries and regions. The platform delivers innovative and compliant digital asset services, offering access to 1,000+ listed tokens, spot and futures trading, institutional wealth management, and a Web3 wallet.

Recognized by Forbes and Hurun, KuCoin holds SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 certifications, underscoring its commitment to top-tier security. With AUSTRAC registration in Australia and a MiCA license in Austria, KuCoin continues expanding its regulated footprint under CEO BC Wong, building a reliable and trusted digital-asset ecosystem.

Learn more: www.kucoin.com

About Tadej Pogačar

Tadej Pogačar is one of the world’s leading professional cyclists and among the most accomplished athletes of his generation. A four-time Tour de France champion and the current UCI Road World Champion, he is widely regarded as one of the greatest riders of the modern cycling era. Known for his consistency, discipline, and technical precision, Pogačar has achieved sustained success at the highest level of professional cycling, with a strong emphasis on safety, preparation, and long-term performance. His approach reflects professionalism, responsibility, and a commitment to sustainable excellence in elite sport.

Nobu Hospitality Announces Nobu Beach Inn, Barbuda

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New Hotel and Residential Development Will Join the Established Nobu Barbuda Restaurant on the Scenic Caribbean Island

NEW YORK, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Nobu Hospitality, the globally recognized luxury lifestyle brand co-founded by Robert De Niro, has announced new details for the upcoming Nobu Beach Inn as part of The Beach Club, Barbuda, a low-density resort and residential community on the Caribbean Island of Barbuda. Following the successful opening of Nobu Barbuda in 2020 – a beach restaurant and lounge on the famed Princess Diana Beach that has since become a destination in its own right – De Niro has continued to expand his vision for the destination. Created in partnership with James Packer and Daniel Shamoon, Nobu Beach Inn will offer a barefoot luxury retreat immersed in its natural surroundings, capturing the understated simplicity of a bygone era.

View from Nobu Residences Barbuda
View from Nobu Residences Barbuda

Set across 400 acres and two miles of beachfront on the island’s southwest coast, Nobu Beach Inn will feature 36 bedrooms across 17 individual villas, a beach club, oceanfront pool, indoor and outdoor spa, kids club, outdoor cinema, two tennis courts, two padel courts, and a gym pavilion. A collection of world-class restaurants will complement Nobu, including an oceanfront grill featuring local catch and an omakase sushi bar. Integrated into lush landscaping and connected by meandering sand pathways, the single-story bungalows will use natural, sustainable materials that dissolve seamlessly into the surrounding environment. Construction is set to be completed in late 2026.

Encouraging guests to explore Barbuda’s extraordinary natural beauty, the fully equipped water sports center will offer dinghy sailing, water skiing and kite surfing. Sailboats and motor yachts will be available for sunset cruises, beach picnics, fishing trips, scuba diving excursions, and voyages to neighboring islands. An evolving roster of visiting wellness practitioners, DJs, fitness experts, and chefs will bring unique culinary and wellness experiences to the island.

A deeply personal project for De Niro, who first discovered the property more than 30 years ago on a boat trip from Antigua, Nobu Beach Inn has been a heartfelt endeavor ever since. When the site became available ten years ago, De Niro, together with James Packer and Daniel Shamoon, knew it was time to bring the vision to life.

“Since I first stepped foot on Barbuda, I knew it was special. We wanted to create a place that’s comfortable, where everyone wants to gather and embrace the essence of the island. The Nobu Beach Inn is designed to complement its surroundings while maintaining the landscape’s natural beauty,” says De Niro.

The Nobu Beach Inn will also include 25 beachfront residences, further expanding Nobu’s residential portfolio. Designed for effortless turnkey ownership, residents will enjoy access to all amenities and services of Nobu Beach Inn, with the option to include their home in the resort’s rental program. Each residence consists of four- or five-bedroom beachfront bungalows connected by pools, gardens, and pathways, all of which can be customized to a buyer’s individual needs. Nobu Beach Inn Residences start from $12 million USD, offering the opportunity to experience life on one of the last unspoiled beaches in the Caribbean.

Burton Nibbs International Airport in Barbuda opened in October 2024, offering direct private jet access and seamless inter-island transfers. V.C. Bird International Airport in Antigua is well served with non-stop flights to and from North America and Europe, placing the destination within easy reach – approximately three hours from Miami, four hours from New York or Toronto, and seven and a half hours from London. From Antigua, Nobu Beach Inn is just a ten-minute helicopter transfer away.

For further information, visit: https://thebeachclub.com/

Robert De Niro at Nobu Beach Inn, Barbuda
Robert De Niro at Nobu Beach Inn, Barbuda

 

 

 

Datasea Announces Foundational Research Breakthrough in Ultrasonic-Enhanced Nanoscale Precision Control

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Establishing an Engineering-Level Core Technology for Next-Generation Semiconductor Manufacturing Applications

BEIJING, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Datasea Inc. (NASDAQ: DTSS) (“Datasea” or the “Company”), a Nevada-based technology company specializing in acoustic high-tech solutions and 5G+AI multimodal digitalization,

today announced that it has achieved a foundational research breakthrough in its ultrasonic-enhanced nanoscale precision control technology, representing a step-change in the Company’s technical architecture and underlying acoustic engineering capabilities. This milestone also marks the establishment of an engineering-level core technology architecture oriented toward next-generation semiconductor manufacturing applications.

The Company stated that this breakthrough reflects progress at the foundational research and architectural levels, rather than a single-point laboratory result. By systematically integrating ultrasonic enhancement mechanisms with ultra-precision composite manufacturing processes, Datasea is constructing a systems-level precision control architecture and related technical framework designed to address increasing complexity, stability, and nanoscale accuracy requirements in advanced semiconductor process environments.

This stage of R&D progress provides a technical foundation for subsequent engineering validation and application scenario exploration. The technology remains in the research and engineering validation stage and has not yet entered commercialization.

Strategic Significance for Next-Generation Semiconductor Manufacturing

As semiconductor nodes continue to shrink and process complexity increases, precision stability, surface uniformity, and nanoscale controllability are becoming increasingly critical technical factors across advanced manufacturing systems.

Datasea believes that expanding ultrasonic precision control into higher-complexity industrial environments demonstrates the scalability of its acoustic technology architecture beyond existing health-related and consumer-oriented applications.

This foundational research breakthrough reinforces the Company’s long-term strategic positioning in high-end industrial and advanced manufacturing sectors by leveraging its core acoustic technologies, while expanding the potential application scope of its underlying acoustic technology architecture.

Management Commentary

Ms. Zhixin Liu, Chief Executive Officer of Datasea, commented:

“This milestone represents a meaningful breakthrough at the foundational research level of our acoustic technology system. Our acoustic modulation capabilities have already been deployed across health, medical, and industrial domains. This latest research breakthrough marks an architecture-level elevation of those capabilities within high-precision industrial systems.

Integrating ultrasonic enhancement with nanoscale engineering demands multi-layer coordination and structural stability under extreme tolerances, underscoring the depth and scalability of our core acoustic architecture.

Strategically, this progression reflects the continued evolution of our acoustic technology across increasingly complex application environments and reinforces our long-term positioning within advanced manufacturing ecosystems.”

Next Steps

Datasea plans to continue refining this engineering-level architecture through further validation, performance modeling, and potential research collaborations. The Company will disclose additional developments as appropriate and in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.

About Datasea Inc.

Datasea Inc. (“Datasea”) is a leading provider of products, services, and solutions for enterprise and retail customers in two innovative industries, acoustic high tech and 5G-AI multimodal digitalization. The Company’s advanced R&D technology serves as the core infrastructure and backbone for its products. Its 5G multimodal digital segment operates on a cloud architecture based on AI. Datasea leverages cutting-edge technologies, precision manufacturing, and ultrasonic, infrasound and directional sound technology in its acoustics business to combat viruses and prevent human infections, and it is also developing applications in medical ultrasonic cosmetology. In July 2023, Datasea established a wholly-owned subsidiary, Datasea Acoustics LLC, in Delaware, in a strategic move to enter the U.S. markets and to mark its global expansion plan. For additional information, please visit www.dataseainc.com.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will”, “expects”, “anticipates”, “future”, “intends”, “plans”, “believes”, “estimates”, “target”, “going forward”, “outlook,” “objective” and similar terms. Such statements are based upon management’s current expectations and current market and operating conditions, and relate to events that involve known or unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, all of which are difficult to predict and which are beyond Datasea’s control, which may cause Datasea’s actual results, performance or achievements (including the RMB/USD value of its anticipated benefit to Datasea as described herein) to differ materially and in an adverse manner from anticipated results contained or implied in the forward-looking statements. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in Datasea’s filings with the SEC, which are available at www.sec.gov. Datasea does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under law.

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CGTN: Private economy: A key actor in advancing China’s economic priorities in 2026 and beyond

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BEIJING, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CGTN published an article exploring the Chinese private sector’s pivotal role in advancing the priorities of the country’s current economic work. The article highlights the significant achievements of private enterprises over the past year and analyzes how, by leveraging distinct strengths in innovation, market responsiveness, and entrepreneurship, they are driving consumption, technological innovation and opening-up, thereby underpinning the country’s high-quality development.

From the rise of domestic generative AI models such as DeepSeek and Seedance, to the global frenzy over China’s domestic IP products such as the video game “Black Myth: Wukong” and Labubu dolls; from breakthroughs in humanoid robotic technologies led by firms such as Unitree Robotics, to the rapid growth of commercial aerospace marked by the launch of reusable rocket carrier Zhuque-3, these developments illustrate the strong momentum of China’s private sector over the past year.

Private enterprises: A vital pillar of China’s high-quality development

A year ago, on February 17, 2025, at a symposium on private enterprises in Beijing, President Xi Jinping highlighted the important role of the private economy in driving high-quality development and Chinese modernization, saying that the private economy has broad development prospects and immense potential, and it is the perfect time for private companies and entrepreneurs to fully demonstrate their prowess.

A recently published article by President Xi on the key tasks of China’s current economic work points out that domestic demand will remain a focus in building a robust domestic market. The article, drawing from a speech delivered by President Xi at the Central Economic Work Conference last December, also underscores the need to enhance innovation-driven development to accelerate the cultivation of new growth drivers, as well as continuing opening up to promote win-win cooperation in various fields, among other key focuses for the country’s current economic agenda.

With its considerable scale and prominent position in the country’s economy, as well as strengths in innovation, market responsiveness, organizational flexibility, and entrepreneurial spirit, the private sector is expected to play a pivotal role in advancing these key priorities.

Driving consumption, innovation and opening-up

Private enterprises are more sensitive to emerging changes in consumer demand, allowing them to provide products and services in response to these new trends, said Bai Chong-en, dean of the School of Economics and Management at Tsinghua University. They also holds distinct advantages in driving innovation, especially in areas of relatively unknown or pioneering innovation, he added.

On the consumption front, for example, food delivery giant Meituan pioneered innovative new models for instant urban delivery, launching 64 drone delivery routes and completing more than 600,000 orders last year. Meanwhile, Wenzhou Runxin Machinery has developed fully automated water treatment control valves, meeting growing demand for high-quality equipment. In the first half of 2025, private enterprises generated 71.7 percent of the national sales revenue.

Private companies now make up more than 92 percent of China’s high-tech enterprises. They possess keen technological insight with a strong market orientation, enabling them to swiftly identify demand and accelerate the commercialization of innovation. For instance, Longyu Robotics has developed core technologies for heavy-duty automated guided vehicles, breaking foreign technological constraints. DJI, backed by sharp market insight and sustained R&D investment, has become a global leader in drones.

Beyond boosting consumption and innovation, the private sector can play a greater role in China’s opening-up efforts. Despite headwinds in global trade, private enterprises accounted for 57.3 percent of the total trade last year, remaining the country’s top foreign trade contributors for seven consecutive years. Increasingly, private companies are expanding overseas and deepening international cooperation in the green, digital, and marine economies.

In his recently published article, President Xi also emphasized enhancing the regulatory and policy framework supporting the Private Economy Promotion Law, enacted last May. Stronger policy support is expected to further optimize the business environment and enable private enterprises to play a greater role in advancing the country’s economic priorities ahead.

For more information, please click:
https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-02-18/Private-economy-as-a-key-driver-of-China-s-economic-priorities-1KPYvmGWgwM/p.html

Gorilla Technology Acquires Shackleton Finance to Establish Regulated Capital Platform and Fund AI Infrastructure Growth

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Newly formed entity, Gorilla Technology Capital, will support expansion and capital formation for large-scale AI data centres and mission-critical digital infrastructure –


London, United Kingdom – Newsfile Corp. – February 18, 2026 – Gorilla Technology Group Inc. (NASDAQ: GRRR) (“Gorilla” or the “Company”), a global solution provider in Security Intelligence, Network Intelligence, Business Intelligence, IoT technology and data centres, today announced that it has entered into a memorandum of understanding outlining the principal terms of a proposed acquisition of Shackleton Finance Limited (“Shackleton”), a UK-authorised Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM) and subsidiary of Shackleton Ventures. Upon completion of the acquisition, Shackleton is expected to be rebranded as Gorilla Technology Capital.

The proposed acquisition is designed to align Gorilla’s technology origination and infrastructure delivery expertise with Shackleton’s established FCA-regulated fund management framework, forming a capital structure to support investment in critical digital infrastructure. Gorilla Technology Capital is expected to operate as a dedicated investment vehicle for institutional capital targeting smart infrastructure and AI-driven assets globally, including data centres, GPU-as-a-Service, quantum technologies, next-generation cybersecurity, and national digital infrastructure. Future funds will have the ability to make investments in Gorilla’s projects, giving long-term fund investors access to these sectors while providing Gorilla with another potential financing source for capital and operating expenses related to its executed contracts. This strategy reflects Gorilla’s commitment to non-dilutive project-related financing options.

Shackleton’s senior management is expected to remain in place to ensure continuity, regulatory stability, stewardship of existing funds, and experienced leadership in raising new capital focused on the technology sectors in which Gorilla operates. The business will continue to operate with strong independent governance, including conflict management protocols and investment committee oversight, consistent with UK regulatory standards. Any future fund distribution will be limited to professional clients and eligible counterparties.

“The acquisition of Shackleton Finance marks an important milestone in building a platform focused on driving institutional investment in smart infrastructure,” said Jay Chandan, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Gorilla. “Gorilla will have the opportunity to obtain regulated capital that is long-term oriented and seeking exposure to AI data centres, GPU-as-a-Service, quantum technologies, and next-generation cybersecurity in markets positioned for rapid advancement, while our focus on non-dilutive financing sources will enhance the returns we seek to deliver to our long-term shareholders.”

“The combination of a regulated fund management framework with Gorilla’s operational capabilities creates a compelling force multiplier,” said Deborah Hudson, Managing Partner designate of Gorilla Technology Capital. “Our objective is to establish a disciplined investment platform that supports institutions and public-sector counterparties seeking structured capital solutions, underpinned by strong governance alongside operational expertise and execution.”

“This transaction strengthens our platform by pairing Shackleton’s two decades of regulated fund management experience with a global technology partner,” said Hugh Stewart, Chairman of Shackleton Ventures. “Our priority remains continuity and responsible stewardship of the funds we manage, alongside disciplined expansion into smart infrastructure strategies.”

Regulatory Approval

Completion of the acquisition is conditional upon approval by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) under the change in control regime. Approval is not assured and the timing remains subject to this process. Subject to FCA approval, the parties intend to execute a detailed sale and purchase agreement.

This announcement does not constitute an offer to invest in any fund or investment product and any future funds will be established and marketed in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.

About Gorilla Technology Group Inc.

Headquartered in London U.K., Gorilla is a global solution provider in Security Intelligence, Network Intelligence, Business Intelligence, IoT technology and data centres. We provide a wide range of solutions, including Smart City, Network, Video, Security Convergence and IoT, across select verticals of Government & Public Services, Manufacturing, Telecom, Retail, Transportation & Logistics, Healthcare and Education, by using AI and Deep Learning Technologies. Our expertise lies in revolutionizing urban operations, bolstering security and enhancing resilience. We deliver pioneering products that harness the power of AI in intelligent video surveillance, facial recognition, license plate recognition, edge computing, post-event analytics and advanced cybersecurity technologies. By integrating these AI-driven technologies, we empower Smart Cities to enhance efficiency, safety and cybersecurity measures, ultimately improving the quality of life for residents.

For more information, please visit our website: Gorilla-Technology.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Gorilla’s actual results may differ from its expectations, estimates and projections and consequently, you should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Words such as “expect,” “estimate,” “project,” “budget,” “forecast,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “may,” “will,” “could,” “should,” “believes,” “predicts,” “potential,” “might” and “continues,” and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding our ability to consummate the acquisition of Shackleton, including obtaining FCA approval, negotiate investments in our projects from new Gorilla Capital funds on an arm’s-length basis, and win additional projects and execute definitive contracts related thereto, along with those other risks described under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Form 20-F Gorilla filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on April 30, 2025 and those that are included in any of Gorilla’s future filings with the SEC. These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from expected results. Most of these factors are outside of the control of Gorilla and are difficult to predict. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those indicated or anticipated by such forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Gorilla undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date they were made except as required by law or applicable regulation.

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Samantha Dowd
Prosek Partners
GRRR@prosek.com

Investor Relations Contact:

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RedChip Companies, Inc.
1-407-644-4256
GRRR@redchip.com

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NYSE Content Update: ICE Chat Connects with Crypto Platform Kraken to Up Access

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NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor.

NEW YORK, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today’s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. 

 

ICE Chat can directly reach Kraken’s OTC desk.

Kristen Scholer delivers the pre-market update on February 18th

  • Equities are fractionally higher in extended trading hours Wednesday morning as Wall Street awaits January FOMC minutes at 2 p.m. Eastern.
  • Intercontinental Exchange’s (NYSE: ICE) ICE Chat integrates with cryptocurrency platform Kraken to expand institutional OTC communication.
  • Shares of quantum company Infleqtion (NYSE: INFQ) rose 14% to close at $15.59 in their NYSE trading debut on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
  • Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) marks 100 straight years of paying a quarterly cash dividend to its shareholders.

Opening Bell
Infleqtion (NYSE: INFQ) celebrates its listing on the New York Stock Exchange

Closing Bell
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) celebrates 100 years of dividend payouts

For market insights, IPO activity, and today’s opening bell, download the NYSE TV App: TV.NYSE.com

USA TODAY Chairman Mike Reed rings the NYSE bell.
USA TODAY Chairman Mike Reed rings the NYSE bell.

 

Video – https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2915989/NYSE_Feb_18_Market_Update.mp4

 

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