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Meet Insta360 Link 2 Pro & Link 2C Pro: AI 4K Webcams for Professional-Grade Video and Audio

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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Insta360, a global leader in innovative imaging technology, today announced the launch of Insta360 Link 2 Pro and Insta360 Link 2C Pro, two next-generation AI 4K webcams designed to close the gap between traditional webcams and professional camera-and-microphone setups.


Insta360 launches new AI 4K Webcams for Professional-Grade Video and Audio

Insta360 Link 2 Pro has been recognized with a 2026 CES Picks Award in the TWICE category, highlighting its innovation in the webcam market. This award honors products that stand out for their technological advancements, reinforcing the Link 2 Pro as a leading choice for professionals, educators, and creators.

Engineered for professionals, educators, and streamers, Link 2 Pro and Link 2C Pro deliver studio-level image quality, clear directional audio, and intelligent workflow controls in a compact, desktop-ready design.

Both models feature a larger 1/1.3-inch sensor with dual native ISO for improved low-light performance and more natural exposure across changing lighting conditions, paired with advanced HDR for greater detail and balance. Audio performance is driven by an all-new directional pickup system using beamforming and AI noise canceling, helping voices stay clear and focused even in challenging environments.

The result is a webcam experience that looks and sounds remarkably close to a professional camera and microphone setup, without the complexity typically required.

“With remote and hybrid work here to stay, and streaming at an all-time high, quality defines credibility. Our latest webcams offer creators and professionals a major step forward in clarity, audio precision, and control, all without complicating the workflow,” said Max Richter, VP of Marketing and Co-Founder at Insta360. “We wanted to build a webcam that feels effortless but performs at a level serious users can trust every day.”

[ Meet Insta360 Link 2 Pro & Link 2C Pro: AI 4K Webcams for Professional-Grade Video and Audio: https://youtu.be/t0qdIfj5fo4 ]

Pro-Grade Imaging in Any Environment

At the core of the new Pro is the largest sensor in its class, 1/1.3″, significantly larger than typical sensors in its category. With Dual Native ISO, next-gen HDR, and major gains in low-light performance, the two new webcams deliver cleaner, brighter, and more detailed video across all lighting conditions.

Both models support up to 4K30fps resolution with crisp detail and vibrant color reproduction. The upgraded True Focus system uses faster Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF) to lock onto subjects instantly and maintain tack-sharp clarity during movement or demonstrations.

For creators and presenters who want a more cinematic look, Natural Bokeh replicates the shallow depth of field typically achieved with DSLR cameras, producing a soft, realistic background blur that keeps the focus on you.

Two Unique Model

To meet the varied needs of educators, business users, and streamers, the Link 2 Pro launches with two distinct designs:
Insta360 Link 2 Pro
A premium 2-axis gimbal design offering smooth, natural AI Tracking with single- or group-mode framing. Ideal for teachers, presenters, fitness coaches, and creators who move frequently during recording or live sessions.

Insta360 Link 2C Pro
A compact, static design optimized for conference calls, streaming, and fixed-position setups. It delivers the same 4K image quality and AI enhancements, now with upgraded Auto Framing and advanced audio tools.

Both models include an improved Magnetic Mount for fast, flexible placement on monitors or metal surfaces.

Redesigned, Leading Audio Design

Both Link 2 Pro and 2C Pro feature Insta360’s most advanced webcam audio system to date, designed to deliver clear, focused voice capture across a wide range of environments.

At its core is a dual-microphone design combining one omnidirectional and one directional mic, working together with beamforming technology and advanced AI noise canceling. This setup allows the camera to intelligently balance natural voice pickup with more focused noise suppression, adapting in real time to the surrounding environment.

To match different use cases, users can choose from four pickup modes:

  • Standard for everyday clarity with subtle noise control
  • Original for natural, unprocessed sound
  • Wide for capturing multiple speakers
  • Focus for isolating a single voice in busy or noisy spaces

No matter the setup, open office, shared workspace, or other, Link 2 Pro keeps voices clear, consistent, and grounded.

Elgato Stream Deck Integration

Both models now integrate seamlessly with the Elgato Stream Deck, giving creators a fast and tactile way to control their webcam. With a single tap, users can adjust exposure, white balance, and brightness, trigger AI-powered modes, switch between saved presets, or even operate multiple cameras at once.

Working with Elgato introduces a major workflow upgrade that streamlines live production and makes on-the-fly adjustments effortless for streamers, presenters, and anyone who prefers a hands-on setup.

Smarter AI-Powered Control

Link 2 Pro and Link 2C Pro expand Insta360’s intelligent control system with a suite of AI-powered features designed to simplify presentations, meetings, and live streams.

AI Tracking & Auto Framing

Link 2 Pro uses smooth gimbal-based tracking for active presenters, with head, half-body, and full-body options, along with customizable Tracking Area and Pause Track privacy zones.

Link 2C Pro features intelligent Auto Framing that keeps individuals or small groups centered using adaptive zoom.

Gesture Control

Control key functions hands-free using simple gestures, including starting or stopping tracking, zooming in or out, and activating Whiteboard Mode.

Scene Presets

Save preferred camera angles, visual settings, and AI configurations, then switch instantly during meetings or live streams.

Versatile Modes for Teaching, Presenting, and Creating

Link 2 Pro and 2C Pro both support an array of tools to enhance communication and on-camera demonstrations:

  • Smart Whiteboard Mode: Automatically detects your whiteboard and maintains clear framing.
  • DeskView Mode: Captures an overhead view of your desk for sketches or product demos.
  • Green Screen Mode: Delivers cleaner chroma keying with more accurate edges.
  • Virtual Backgrounds: Blur, bokeh, or replace your background instantly.
  • Portrait Mode: Uncropped 4K vertical video, ideal for Instagram, TikTok, and mobile-first livestreams.
Integration with Insta360 Wave: A Complete Audio-video Setup

Link 2 Pro integrates seamlessly with Insta360 Wave to form a unified audio-video solution for meetings, presentations, and live communication. When paired together, Wave handles clear, room-aware audio capture as a speakerphone, while Link 2 Pro provides intelligent, camera-side visual tracking.

Using Wave’s active speaker detection alongside Link 2 Pro’s AI Tracking, the system helps keep the current speaker clearly framed on camera, even as conversations shift naturally. This creates a more engaging and professional experience for remote participants, without manual camera adjustments or complex setups.

Insta360 InSight: Built-In AI Meeting Assistant

Insta360’s latest AI 4K webcams also support Insta360 InSight from the Link Controller software. InSight is Insta360’s AI meeting assistant designed to simplify meeting capture and review.

Users can seamlessly record meetings, generate transcripts, and create AI-powered summaries that combine key visual moments with text highlights for faster, clearer post-meeting review. Notes are securely synced to the cloud and organized into a searchable personal knowledge hub, making it easy to revisit important discussions, decisions, and action items.

Available Now

Insta360 Link 2 Pro and Link 2C Pro are available worldwide starting today, priced at $249.99 and $199.99, respectively.

These latest AI 4K webcams can be purchased from the Insta360 Official Store, Amazon, and authorized retailers.

With breakthrough imaging, directional audio, and smarter AI tools, Insta360’s new webcams set a new benchmark for professional webcams. Ready for creators, educators, and remote workers who demand more from their online presence. Shop the Link 2 Pro or 2C Pro here.

About Insta360

With a “Think bold” mindset, Insta360 empowers people to capture and share their lives in extraordinary ways. Recognized as a market leader and innovator, Insta360’s vast lineup includes the world’s best-selling 360° cameras in the X Series, the thumb-sized GO Series for everyday capture, as well as an extensive range of action cameras, gimbals, webcams, and professional photography solutions. With intuitive, AI-powered software, Insta360 simplifies the creative process, allowing users to focus on storytelling without technical barriers. Insta360 is dedicated to helping a new generation of athletes, creatives, travelers and professionals bring their ideas to life.

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Insta360 Link 2 Pro & Link 2C Pro: AI 4K Webcams for Professional-Grade Video and Audio
Insta360 Link 2 Pro & Link 2C Pro: AI 4K Webcams for Professional-Grade Video and Audio

Manulife Launching Impact Forests, a Global Forest Restoration Initiative, Powered by veritree’s Smart Forest Technology

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Manulife is the first corporate partner to implement veritree’s Smart Forest technology in sites across the globe

veritree’s technology will be brought to Asia for the first time in Manulife Impact Forest sites in Japan and the Philippines 

To date, Manulife Impact Forests have restored 160 hectares of land—an area roughly equivalent to 8,161 tennis courts

TORONTO, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Manulife is today announcing the launch of Manulife Impact Forestsi a global network of restoration sites designed to enhance biodiversity, create opportunities for local communities, and contribute to climate resilience. Working with our community planting partnersii and veritree, the platform powering verified nature restoration, Impact Forests enhance Manulife’s efforts to contribute to a healthier planet, with benefits for people and planet alike.

Manulife is the first corporate partner to implement veritree’s Smart Forest technology in its reforestation efforts. This collaboration also marks the debut of this technology in Asia, with deployments in Manulife Impact Forest locations in Japan and the Philippines.

veritree’s technology combines satellite imagery, ground-level data, and bioacoustic monitoring to guide sustainable forest management. This innovative approach ensures accurate mapping of planting areas and selection of tree species that promote healthy forests and lasting benefits. Embedded into Manulife Impact Forest sites, veritree’s proprietary platform will deliver real-time insights and transparency throughout the lifecycle of each restoration project. The Manulife Impact Forests currently include sites in Canada, the U.S., Cambodia, Japan, and the Philippines. To date, more than 160 hectares of land, an area roughly equivalent to 8,161 tennis courts, have been restored.

“Manulife is proud to announce the Manulife Impact Forests and to collaborate with veritree in deploying their groundbreaking Smart Forest Design technology around the world,” said Ariel Kangasniemi, Global Chief Sustainability Officer at Manulife. “As a business that is driven to help people live better, for longer, we believe that when nature does well, people do well. This collaboration exemplifies how innovation, accountability, and environmental stewardship can come together for the benefit of both.”

Data from Manulife’s Impact Forests will be uploaded within Manulife’s veritree impact platform, enabling real-time monitoring of Smart Forests. Trees planted within these sites across the globe will be tied to measurable outcomes: tonnes of carbon sequestered, hectares restored, biodiversity gains, and community benefits such as job creation and education. More than 185,000 trees have been planted so far.

“This is what scalable, verifiable restoration looks like,” said Derrick Emsley, CEO and Co-Founder of veritree. “Nature-based solutions are only as powerful as the trust people have in them. Through this partnership with Manulife, we’re proving that restoration can be both high-integrity and high-tech, connecting trees planted to real data, real people, and real results.”

To learn more about Manulife’s sustainability initiatives and community partnerships, visit Manulife.com/sustainability. To learn more about veritree’s technology, visit veritree.com.

About Manulife
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping our customers make their decisions easier and lives better. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we operate as Manulife across Canada, Asia, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States, providing financial advice and insurance for individuals, groups and businesses. Through Manulife Wealth & Asset Management, we offer global investment, financial advice, and retirement plan services to individuals, institutions, and retirement plan members worldwide. At the end of 2024, we had more than 37,000 employees, over 109,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving over 36 million customers. We trade as ‘MFC’ on the Toronto, New York, and the Philippine stock exchanges, and under ‘945’ in Hong Kong.

Not all offerings are available in all jurisdictions. For additional information, please visit manulife.com.

About veritree
veritree is a platform powering the global restorative economy. Its platform brings trust, traceability, and impact to nature-based solutions. Having reached 100 million trees pledged, it connects forward-thinking companies with verified action. From mangroves and kelp to wildfire reforestation, veritree helps organizations move from intention to measurable environmental and social outcomes. Learn more at veritree.com.

Disclosure Statement

This document contains forward-looking statements with respect to the impact of Manulife Impact Forests and sustainability. Such outcomes are not guaranteed and are based on assumptions and factors that may cause actual results to be different from the results expressed or implied in such statements, including the anticipated impact of the Manulife Impact Forests on sustainability commitments and a sustainable future.

Media Contacts

Manulife:
Emily English
Emily_English@Manulife.ca
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Veritree:
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i All references to tree planting sites, data, and related environmental metrics in this release pertain exclusively to Manulife’s Impact Forests initiative.

ii Manulife’s planting partners are: veritree, More Trees, Haribon Foundation and APSARA National Authority

Atlas Critical Minerals Commences Trading On NASDAQ Under Ticker Symbol “ATCX”

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One of The Largest Critical Minerals Portfolios Among Publicly Traded Companies Including Rare Earths, Graphite, and Uranium Projects

Belo Horizonte, Brazil – Newsfile Corp. – January 13, 2026 – Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation (NASDAQ: ATCX) (“Atlas Critical Minerals” or the “Company”), an exploration and development company advancing projects in rare earths, nuclear-grade graphite, and uranium, essential for advanced technology applications, energy transformation, and defense uses, is pleased to announce that its common shares have commenced trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker symbol “ATCX.”

Marc Fogassa, CEO and Chairman of Atlas Critical Minerals, commented: “Our Nasdaq listing represents a transformational milestone, allowing enhanced visibility at a global scale and expanding access to institutional investors. Our diversified portfolio across multiple critical minerals is virtually unique among publicly traded companies and reflects the dedication of our technical and business development teams. We are humbled by the investor interest in our recent offering, which enabled us to upsize the financing, and look forward to progress on multiple fronts in the months ahead.”

Atlas Critical Minerals controls more than 218,000 hectares of mineral rights representing one of the largest critical minerals portfolios among publicly traded companies. The Company’s diversified asset base spans rare earths, nuclear-grade graphite, uranium, and an expanding revenue-generating iron ore operation. The Company’s mineral properties are in Brazil – a country known to have the world’s second-largest deposits of rare earths after China.

Key Portfolio Highlights

  • Dual Rare Earths Strategy: The Alto do Paranaíba Rare Earths Project features high-grade conglomerate-hosted mineralization with surface samples up to 28,870 ppm TREO (Total Rare Earths Oxide), drilling intercepts including 12 meters at an average of 5,961 ppm TREO, and a 28% Magnetic Rare Earths Oxide MREO-to-TREO ratio. The Iporá Rare Earths Project holds ionic clay mineralized deposits with MREO recovery rates exceeding 60% for critical permanent magnet rare earths elements.
  • Nuclear-Grade Graphite Confirmed: Malacacheta Graphite Project achieved 99.9995% carbon purity in independent U.S. laboratory testing, qualifying for the ultra-premium nuclear graphite market which has been reported to command $25,000-$35,000 per tonne — a 10-15x premium over standard battery-grade graphite normally commercialized in the $2,000-$2,400 range per tonne.
  • Strategic Uranium Portfolio: 143,725 hectares across 39 mineral rights some of which are strategically positioned adjacent or close to areas restricted by Brazil’s government because of high uranium potential. Brazil ranks among the world’s top ten countries in uranium reserves, offering significant exploration upside in an underexplored jurisdiction. The Company is actively evaluating these areas in anticipation of potential regulatory changes in Brazil.
  • Revenue-Generating Operations: The Company’s Rio Piracicaba Iron Ore Project commenced revenue-generating operations in late November 2025, with iron ore shipments now being transported six days per week to a contracted third-party processing facility for conversion into sinter feed. This capital-light operating model is expected to provide near-term cash flow to contribute towards corporate costs including exploration activities for the critical minerals project portfolio.

Rare Earths: Dual-Project Strategy

The Company’s rare earths portfolio encompasses 53,939 hectares across 33 mineral rights in Minas Gerais and Goiás states.

The Alto do Paranaíba Project, located in Minas Gerais state, comprises 21 mineral rights covering 27,737 hectares with conglomerate-type formations rich in rare earths and containing titanium as potential commercial byproduct. Geological surface sampling demonstrated results as high as 29,870ppm for TREO. From a total of 809 samples analyzed — 608 samples exceeded 1,000 ppm TREO and 121 samples exceeded 3,000 ppm TREO. Initial drilling of 11 holes totaling 144 meters confirmed near-surface mineralization including DHTI-001 with 12 m at 5,961 ppm TREO and DHTI-002 with 6m at 7,729 ppm TREO. A technical report prepared by SGS under the guidelines of Item 1300 of Regulation SK (“SK 1300 Technical Report”) on the Alto do Paranaíba Project was filed with the SEC on August 14, 2025.

The Iporá Project, located in Goiás state, comprises 12 mineral rights covering 18,615 hectares targeting ionic clay deposits. Drilling intercepts include DHIP-0006 at 8m at 2,071 ppm TREO and 775 ppm MREO, with a peak 1-meter interval of 3,822 ppm TREO and 1,803 ppm MREO. Metallurgical testing achieved MREO recovery exceeding 60%, HREO recovery of 55%, and yttrium recovery of 63%. An SK 1300 Technical Report prepared by SGS on the Iporá Project was filed with the SEC on October 3, 2025.

Graphite: Nuclear-Grade Quality Confirmed

The Malacacheta Graphite Project comprises 1,258 hectares in Minas Gerais state. An initial SGS-authored SK 1300 Technical Report was filed with the SEC on August 14, 2025 (“Graphite Technical Report”). Comprehensive characterization of graphite concentrate samples from the Malacacheta Project sent to American Energy Technologies Company (AETC), a U.S. laboratory specializing in graphite, achieved the remarkable level of 99.9995 wt.% carbon purity through thermal purification — meeting stringent nuclear-grade specifications without the use of halogen gases. Additionally, the samples’ post-purification BET surface area of 0.89 m²/g placed the material on par with leading deposits including premium Chinese flake graphite from Qingdao province. AETC’s conclusion The Graphite Technical Report was updated to include the results of such metallurgical studies and filed with the SEC on November 12, 2025.

Uranium: Strategic Positioning for Growth

The Company’s mineral rights with potential for uranium mineralization span 143,725 hectares across 39 mineral rights in Bahia, Ceará, Goiás, Piauí, Pará, and Tocantins states in Brazil. As energy demand from data centers supporting AI revolution and other advanced computing applications outpaces traditional sources, nuclear energy is expected to play an increasingly important role. Growing interest in small modular reactors to power the data centers at remote locations further supports robust long-term market demand for uranium. The U.S. currently imports most of its uranium from Russia, Kazakhstan, and Canada, while nuclear energy already provides 20% of U.S. electricity. Atlas Critical Minerals is well positioned to benefit from potential Brazilian legislative reform and ongoing Western efforts to diversify uranium supply chains.

Iron Ore: Early Revenue Generation

The Company’s Rio Piracicaba Iron Ore Project, located in Brazil’s renowned Iron Quadrangle area, commenced revenue-generating operations in late November 2025. An SK 1300 Technical Report on this project demonstrated resources of 7,852,912 tons at 32% Fe average grade, with metallurgical testing demonstrating the ability to concentrate the material using magnetic separation techniques to 64.8% sinter feed product, a premium-product range. Under a strategic partnership with an independent third-party operator, the Company’s iron ore is mined and delivered to a nearby processing facility for conversion into sinter feed. Atlas Critical Minerals receives revenues from the raw iron ore sales with values per tonne based on a percentage of the Platts IODEX 62% Fe pricing and protected with a pre-determined floor minimum.

About Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation

Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation (NASDAQ: ATCX) is an exploration and development company advancing projects in rare earths, nuclear-grade graphite, and uranium, essential for advanced technology applications, energy transformation, and defense uses. Additionally, the Company’s first iron ore project began operations in November 2025. More information is available at www.atlascriticalminerals.com and in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements are based upon the current plans, estimates and projections of Atlas Critical Minerals and its subsidiaries and are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ from the forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.

Risks related to the Company and its subsidiaries are discussed in the section entitled “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Form 20-F filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on February 28, 2025. Please also refer to the Company’s other filings with the SEC, all of which are available at www.sec.gov. In addition, any forward-looking statements represent the Company’s views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. The Company explicitly disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect any change in its expectations or any change in events, conditions, or circumstances on which any such statement is based.

Investor Relations

Brian W. Bernier
Vice President, Investor Relations
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brian.bernier@atlas-cm.com
https://www.atlascriticalminerals.com/
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$45 Million Iconic Teton Ridge TR9 Ranch Enterprise Sells

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Purchaser Theorem Ranch expands land and livestock acquisitions and continues commitment to Western Equestrian Sports expansion via owners Jason and Kisha Itkin.

DALLAS, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Icon Global, representing the Seller’s, has marketed, sold and closed the former Teton Ridge TR9  Ranch and Western Equestrian Sports training complexes in Weatherford, Texas. 

 

Teton Ridge, owned by  TWG Global, is dedicated to expanding the reach and impact of Western sports and culture.

Icon Global’s  Bernard Uechtritz said, “Icon is pleased to have represented Teton Ridge  TR9 stakeholders in this unique, fast-paced, record setting asset sale.  

We are additionally, absolutely thrilled to congratulate and welcome both Jason and Kisha Itkin to the arenas of Weatherford and Fort Worth, the Western sports capitals of America.  Icon Global joins Theorem and Teton Ridge in continued unified support and furtherance of all Western sports and equestrianism via sponsorships and special events”.

“We are committed to maximizing this ranch’s potential,” Theorem’s Kisha Itkin said. “We believe this ranch will be a key component of our plan to help grow Western performance sports. The elite facilities will provide unique opportunities for horses, trainers, riders, and fans. The possibilities are endless.”

“For generations, cattle drives between the two states shaped ranching traditions, horsemanship skills and the shared values that defined the American West,” Jason Itkin stated. “By linking these two properties, we plan to celebrate that legacy while helping increase the nation’s appreciation for Western culture.”

As owners of the $23.2 million sire Stevie Rey Von, the Itkins believe the ranch will create exciting opportunities for longtime Western performance enthusiasts- and for new audiences who will fall in love with the sport through experience.

Icon Global officially brought the Teton Ridge (TR9) ranch assets to market with a pricing structure in September of 2025.  The transaction and transfer to the Itkin’s via Theorem Ranch closed on January 8, 2026, within about ninety days. Icon associate broker Don Bell led the sale.

Uechtritz added, “as with many unique and extraordinary properties we typically represent, there are always the professional skeptics who love to challenge and opine on our value proposition, the typical shallow buyer prospect pool, and those that even predict that the asset will never sell. However, this is our niche – Icon continues to successfully excel in this category of hard-to-do rainmaking and bringing successful conclusions to the sale of unique real estate assets of all kinds, oftentimes setting price records within our process along the way.

Icon also represents the historic and Iconic  $64 M Soldier Creek Cato Ranch in Sheridan Wyoming, the $79 M Mt Solitude Ranch near San Antonio and the J L Bar Ranch Resort & Spa near Sonora Texas.

About Teton Ridge

Teton Ridge is the premier Western sports media, lifestyle & entertainment company.

TWG Global is co-chaired by Mark Walter and Thomas Tull, who launched Teton Ridge in 2019 with support from investors including Jim Breyer and the Less Bass Family Office.

About Theorem Ranch

Theorem Ranch is a Montana and Texas based horse and cattle ranch operation dedicated to excellence and to expanding the reach of Western horses, events, and culture across the country.

About Icon Global

Icon Global designs and implements strategic, tactical, global marketing and sales campaigns as well as advisory services for owners of unique real estate assets across the USA and Europe, representing individuals, institutional lenders, corporate owners and family offices. Icon Global was founded by complex deal maker and International real estate advisor, Bernard Uechtritz.

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Property pages:
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Ractigen Therapeutics Announces First Patient Dosed in Phase II Clinical Trial of RAG-17 for SOD1-ALS

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NANTONG, China, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ractigen Therapeutics is pleased to announce that the first patient has been dosed in the Phase II clinical trial of RAG-17, an innovative siRNA therapy targeting SOD1-mutated amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The initial dosing occurred at Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, under the leadership of Dr. Zhi-Ying Wu, head of the Department of Medical Genetics/Center for Rare Diseases.

This Phase II trial is a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multiple ascending dose (MAD) study designed to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics (PK), pharmacodynamics (PD), and preliminary efficacy of repeated intrathecal injections of RAG-17  in patients with SOD1 mutations. The participating sites include Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University (led by Dr. Yi-Long Wang), The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine (led by Dr.  Zhi-Ying Wu), West China Hospital of Sichuan University (led by Dr. Hui-Fang Shang), Fujian Medical University Union Hospital (led by Dr. Zhan-Yu Zou) and the First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University (led by Dr. Jing-Sheng Zeng) .

This milestone marks the progression into the Phase II stage of the study, building on the successful completion of the Phase I single ascending dose (SAD) portion. The transition to the Phase II MAD phase was supported by highly encouraging data from the SAD study, which demonstrated an exceptional safety profile and sustained biomarker modulation following a single injection, including significant reductions in CSF SOD1 protein and improvements in plasma neurofilament light chain (NfL) levels. These results validate the capability of our proprietary SCAD™ delivery platform for central nervous system (CNS) in humans.

Dr. Long-Cheng Li, Founder and CEO of Ractigen Therapeutics, emphasized Ractigen’s dedication to advancing treatments for ALS: “The successful dosing of the first patient represents a significant milestone in our mission to develop transformative therapies for ALS. The positive results from the Phase I trial affirm the promise of RAG-17 and provide us with strong confidence in its potential to markedly improve the lives of patients suffering from SOD1-mutated ALS.”

Dr. Zhi-Ying Wu shared optimistic expectations for the Phase II trial: “We are excited to be part of this important study. Based on the improvements we have observed clinically, we look forward to further investigating RAG-17’s potential to enhance the quality of life for ALS patients as we progress.”

About RAG-17
RAG-17 is an investigational siRNA therapeutic candidate designed using Ractigen’s proprietary SCAD™ delivery platform technology to specifically target and silence the superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD1) gene mRNA. Mutations in the SOD1 gene cause a toxic gain-of-function and are a known cause of familial ALS. By reducing the production of the toxic mutant SOD1 protein, RAG-17 aims to slow or halt the progression of SOD1-ALS.

RAG-17 has obtained Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and been selected for the CARE Program of the Center for Drug Evaluation (CDE), National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), which facilitates the accelerated development of rare disease therapies.

About ALS
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, leading to muscle weakness, paralysis, and ultimately death, typically within three to five years of diagnosis. SOD1 gene mutations account for approximately 10-20% of familial ALS cases and about 1-2% of sporadic ALS cases. There remains a critical unmet medical need for effective treatments that can slow or stop disease progression.

About Ractigen Therapeutics
Ractigen Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company innovating next-generation RNA therapeutics, with a primary focus on small activating RNAs (saRNAs) developed through its clinically validated RNA activation (RNAa) technology. Leveraging proprietary delivery platforms such as SCAD™, LiCO™, and GLORY™, Ractigen is advancing a robust pipeline addressing unmet medical needs in oncology, neurological diseases, and genetic disorders. Its versatile technologies also enable the rapid development of RNA-based solutions, including siRNAs, where applicable, to target life-threatening, fast-progressing conditions such as those in the CNS. Committed to scientific excellence and patient-centered innovation, Ractigen strives to transform healthcare through the power of RNA therapeutics. For more information, visit www.ractigen.com.

Leo International Group Relocates Global Headquarters to Singapore Ahead of Its Centennial

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Embodying a New Model of Inter-generational Enterprise Anchored in Healthcare, Finance and Education

SINGAPORE, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As Leo International Group approaches its centennial year in 2026, the Group is not merely commemorating a hundred years of legacy and commercial success. With the formal relocation of its global headquarters to Singapore and the planned inauguration of its Family Office, Leo International Group is using this historic milestone to articulate its next century design; a renewed vision for what a modern enterprise must stand for in a rapidly changing world – one defined not by scale or momentum alone but by longevity, responsibility and contribution across generations.

Leo International Group Chairman and Chairman of Leo International Precision Health AG, Mr Leo Wang, at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (Photo Credit: martinjoppen.de)
Leo International Group Chairman and Chairman of Leo International Precision Health AG, Mr Leo Wang, at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (Photo Credit: martinjoppen.de)

Ringing of the Bell for Leo International Precision Health AG at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in November 2025 (Photo credit: martinjoppen.de)
Ringing of the Bell for Leo International Precision Health AG at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in November 2025 (Photo credit: martinjoppen.de)

While the Wang family enterprise traces its origins to 1926, Leo International Group itself was formally established in 2022 under the leadership of Mr Leo Wang, Chairman and Founder. A fourth-generation steward, Mr Wang is leading a comprehensive institutional re-design that translates a century-old heritage of service, philanthropy and multi-sector enterprise into a globally governed, purpose-driven and future-ready group. Rather than treating the centennial as a retrospective celebration, the Group is positioning its centennial year as a strategic inflection point, marking its transition into an inter-generational conglomerate designed to operate across continents, industries and generations.

“We are using this moment to confront pressing questions: What must a modern enterprise stand for if it intends to remain relevant for the next hundred years? In what ways can a company remain meaningful to society and be trusted across generations? A century ago, enterprises were built to survive and expand. Longevity today is determined not by scale alone but by whether an enterprise continues to serve society, earns trust across generations, and possesses governance discipline. Our mission is to design for the next hundred years,” said Mr Leo Wang, Chairman of Leo International Group.

Singapore was chosen as the Group’s global headquarters not merely for its well-established connectivity and robust financial infrastructure but for its role as a jurisdiction synonymous with rule of law, regulatory maturity and long-term capital stewardship.

“The establishment of our Family Office alongside the relocation of our HQ to Singapore reflects the Group’s intention to anchor its next century of growth within a governance-first framework, where capital, strategy and responsibility are aligned over the long term. Singapore is precisely the environment required to design governance that can endure beyond any single generation or individual leader,” Mr Wang added.

From Industrial Foundations to Institutional Design

Leo International Group traces its origins to early industrial and trading activities established by Mr Wang’s family in 1926, laying foundations that evolved through logistics, infrastructure, trade and community development over successive decades. While his family’s business expanded steadily across multiple business lines in the latter half of the twentieth century, its most profound transformation began when Mr Wang returned, following nearly two decades of senior leadership roles in century-old multinational corporations across Europe and the United States including Goodyear, Swarovski, and the Swire Group.

Mr Wang departed The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in 2020 and then laid the foundation for Leo International Group in 2021. After a year of strategic planning, structural formation and governance set-up, the Group formally commenced operations in 2022.

“Drawing on decades of exposure to century-old European and American corporations that had survived wars, industrial shifts, technological disruption and changing consumer values, my experience taught me this: the DNA of a century-old enterprise must be etched with discipline and altruism because if those remain intact, the organisation can navigate change without losing its direction. Truly long-lived enterprises are not built on a single visionary strategy or charismatic founder. They are built on accumulated institutional capability: governance discipline, cultural coherence, and sustained contribution to society,” said Mr Wang.

“Across industries and geographies, I observed a consistent pattern – enduring enterprises do not treat success as an endpoint. They treat it as something that must be institutionalised, replicable, inheritable, and capable of self-correction. A centennial blueprint, therefore, is not a vision deck. It is an exercise in institutional design. If a company requires one individual’s brilliance to operate, it will not survive generational transition,” he added.

This philosophy now underpins Leo International Group’s redefined structure: a group architecture anchored in three inter-generational core pillars, namely healthcare, financial services and education, supported by an integrated premium lifestyle and services ecosystem designed to serve ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families over the long term.

Three Pillars for the Next Century

At the heart of Leo International Group’s centennial strategy lies a calibrated prioritisation of sectors that Mr Wang describes as “inter-generational by nature.”

Healthcare, finance and education were not selected as a diversified portfolio but as a mission-driven hierarchy – industries that address humanity’s most fundamental and enduring needs.

“When you think in quarters, many industries appear attractive. When you think in centuries, only a few sectors truly endure. Healthcare, finance and education are inter-generational industries because they address the three most fundamental human constants: life, order and future. These three sectors share one defining characteristic: they transcend generations and directly impact human dignity and choice. Healthcare protects life itself. Finance governs how value is preserved and transferred. Education shapes how far societies and enterprises can go in the future,” said Mr Wang.

“A century-old enterprise is held together by systems that can self-correct and self-renew, and constantly adapt to evolving conditions in the environment. That is why we anchor the next century on three pillars – healthcare, finance, and education – industries that demand trust, long-term governance, and that carry civilisational impact. Around these pillars, we build a comprehensive and elegant lifestyle and premium services ecosystem designed to serve UHNW clients holistically over time,” he elaborated.

Beyond its three core pillars, Leo International Group operates across a range of lifestyle and service domains including yachts and marinas, hospitality, private aviation, art and fashion, super cars and equestrian offerings.

“Ultra-high-net-worth families are not buying products; they are buying continuity and peace of mind. Lifestyle platforms create trust, proximity and long-term relationships. Without that trust, even the best healthcare, financial or educational systems cannot truly serve a family,” Mr Wang explained.

That is why the comprehensive suite of luxury and premium lifestyle services functions as the connective tissue that naturally integrates health, capital, and next-generation development – medical arrangements for mobility, education embedded within family journeys, financial trust-building within elite networks, and the lifestyle nodes required for cross-border governance.

“Our differentiation is simple: many competitors sell luxury products or experiences; we build synergistic long-term relationships. We do not optimise for one-time extravagance. We optimise for repeatable reliance through quality service systems and governance credibility. That is ultimately why UHNW families entrust you with their legacy planning and continuity,” Mr Wang added.

Healthcare

Healthcare has emerged as the most rigorously governed and publicly accountable pillar associated with Mr Wang’s broader centennial vision. Within his personal business and investment portfolio, Leo International Precision Health AG (LIPH) serves as the flagship healthcare platform, operating independently while reflecting the same governance philosophy that underpins Leo International Group’s long-term strategy.

LIPH has recently successfully completed a listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange Main Board, placing the platform within one of the world’s most stringent life-sciences regulatory environments. The Frankfurt listing reflects a deliberate alignment with European governance standards that prioritise clinical evidence, transparency, long-term safety and accountability.

Following its listing, LIPH announced the completion of the acquisition and integration of six majority-owned portfolio companies on 17 December 2025. These entities span AI diagnostics, biomedical research, immunology, biotechnology and clinical care delivery across Asia-Pacific and the United States. Together, they form an AI-driven precision health platform designed to connect discovery, diagnosis, therapeutics and real-world clinical delivery within a coherent system. Europe is a market to be targeted in the next phase.

“With ageing demographics around the world, chronic disease burdens, and AI-driven clinical transformation, healthcare becomes increasingly central. The Frankfurt mainboard represents one of the world’s most rigorous regulatory cultures for healthcare and life sciences. It requires accountability not only to shareholders, but also to patients, society and future generations,” said Mr Wang, who is also Chairman of Leo International Precision Health AG.

Finance

With Singapore as its new global headquarters, Leo International Group is in the process of establishing a Family Office to serve as an international governance and capital management hub, aligning family capital with long-term healthcare, education and stewardship objectives.

“Finance, as we define it, is not about short-term wins. It is about inter-generational governance – creating durable order across regulation, asset allocation, and risk management so that family capital becomes fuel for education, innovation, philanthropy, and long-term enterprise,” said Mr Wang.

Preparations to set up the Family Office are now underway, with the Group currently finalising the appointment of external advisers. The end-to-end process is expected to take approximately 12 to 18 months.

“We intend to build a cross-market, cross-asset, inter-generational governance framework which is anchored by a family office as an international hub, leveraging mature regulatory standards, transparency, and capital management to connect wealth continuity with education and health needs across geographies and generations,” he added.

The Group’s financial services strategy is therefore structured around long-term asset stewardship, regulatory discipline and inter-generational continuity, rather than short-term optimisation.

Singapore’s highly regarded regulatory environment, transparency standards and strong capital governance frameworks provide a conducive foundation for this approach.

Education

Education represents the longest investment horizon within the Group’s portfolio. The Wang family has already established kindergartens and experimental primary schools, which are in the process of being consolidated into Leo International Group. In parallel, the Group is actively acquiring secondary schools and a university, while also identifying suitable land parcels in Kuala Lumpur and Tokyo for the development of international schools – laying the foundation for a scalable and cross-border education platform. Over time, these education assets are intended to be institutionally structured and prepared for a future listing on the Singapore Exchange.

“Education goes even further. It shapes values, the quality of decisions, leadership, and the foundational capacity of civilisation itself. If an enterprise intends to endure for a century, its ultimate competitive advantage is not capital. It is people – whether the next generation possesses worldview, ethical discipline, and leadership maturity,” Mr Wang added.

Capital Markets as Governance Architecture

A defining feature of Leo International Group’s next-century design is its distributed capital markets strategy, aligning different business pillars with the most optimal global exchanges. Healthcare has already been anchored in Frankfurt under the Chairman’s personal business and investment portfolio.

Education, finance, technology, hospitality and real estate assets are planned for future listings across Singapore, Taipei, Hong Kong, the NYSE and NASDAQ.

“This is not about diversification for its own sake. It is about governance alignment. Each industry must grow under the regulatory culture and investor discipline best suited to its nature. Our multi-exchange architecture is a ‘sector-fit + governance-fit’ design,” Mr Wang explained.

Leo International Group in the next centennial

From its beginnings in Taiwan in 1926, Leo International Group now operates across 10 vital domains, collaborating with more than 100 strategic partners and encompassing over 1,000 world-renowned brands.

It is defined as the most comprehensive and inter-generational solutions platform for UHNW clients – one that integrates 10 value sectors across healthcare, finance, education, and premium lifestyle services into a long-term and trust-based relationship that is cross-border by design.

“Most importantly, I want Leo International Group to be synonymous with a purpose- and mission-led enterprise. When we talk about altruism, it is not a slogan – it is a governance logic: capital should help heal and uplift, not merely expand itself. That is the ‘time significance’ that we would like the centennial to represent,” said Mr Wang.

About Leo International Group

Ten Key Sectors of Leo International Group
Ten Key Sectors of Leo International Group

Leo International Group is a multi-sector global enterprise delivering a comprehensive ecosystem of luxury lifestyle services for discerning and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and institutions.

While the Wang family enterprise traces its origins to 1926, Leo International Group was formally established in 2022 under the leadership of its Chairman and Founder, Mr Leo Wang. Approaching its centennial heritage milestone in 2026, Leo International Group operates a cohesive ecosystem designed to support long-term health, wealth preservation, education, and lifestyle excellence across generations.

The Group operates across ten key sectors – Asset Management, Technology, Yacht, Equestrian, Art & Fashion, Medical Care, Education, Super Car, Private Jet, and Leisure. Each sector is governed to the highest institutional standards and strategically integrated to provide premium service excellence, and seamless and sustainable long-term value.

Headquartered in Singapore with an international footprint, Leo International Group is guided by global perspectives, disciplined governance, capital-market rigor, and cultural stewardship.

For more information, please visit www.leointernationaltaiwan.com.

KGI: 2026 Global Market Outlook

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Beyond Balance: The Next Regime


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 January 2026 – Today, KGI has released its 2026 Global Market Outlook, covering markets in the US, Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore.

(From left) James Chu, Chairman at KGI Securities Investment Advisory; James Wey, Head of International Wealth Management at KGI; Cusson Leung, Chief Investment Officer at KGI
(From left) James Chu, Chairman at KGI Securities Investment Advisory; James Wey, Head of International Wealth Management at KGI; Cusson Leung, Chief Investment Officer at KGI

After a turbulent year of trade disruptions and policy uncertainty under President Trump, investors face new questions. China has unveiled its 15th Five-Year Plan, as policymakers aim to support domestic growth amid global challenges. The market outlook for 2026 is shaped by interest rate decisions, economic resilience, and shifting international dynamics.

Under this backdrop, we propose the “LEAD” strategy for 2026:

  1. Liquidity Shift
  2. Earnings Focused
  3. Adding Credit
  4. Diversified Assets

Cusson Leung, Chief Investment Officer at KGI, says: “Looking ahead to 2026, investors can adopt a LEAD strategy: L ​​stands for Liquidity Shift, benefiting from a weakening US dollar and interest rate cuts, with funds expected to flow to non-US dollar and Asian currencies; E stands for Earnings Focused, focusing on earnings growth to support valuations and allocating to US, European, and Japanese stocks; A stands for Adding Credit, locking in the credit of leading companies and increasing holdings of A-rated investment grade bonds; and D stands for Diversified Assets, responding to the upward trend in both stocks and bonds by including alternative assets to optimize asset allocation.”

Macro & US Markets
The US economy will experience a more pronounced downturn in 4Q25, which will extend into 1H26, and this will have a negative impact on consumption, slowing investment activity. Nevertheless, AI-driven productivity gains should provide some support, with US GDP growth in 2026 forecast at 2.2%. The eurozone will see moderate growth, with Germany benefiting significantly from fiscal expansion and economic improvement. Japan’s economy will strengthen on domestic demand, aided by additional fiscal stimulus. China has demonstrated resilience under trade protectionism in 2025. With inflation risks easing and labor market risks rising, the US Fed cut the interest rates in September 2025, with a total reduction of 75 bps in 2025, followed by an additional 50-75 bps in 2026.

Regarding US stocks, AI-driven productivity gains and cost reductions should sustain solid profitability, with S&P 500 earnings projected to grow by 13.55% year-on-year (YoY) in 2026. However, higher risk premiums may cap valuation upside, leading us to project a year-end target of 7,650 points. Market performance will reflect risk-driven declines in 1Q26, stabilize and recover in 2Q26, and rally significantly around the midterm elections in 4Q26. By sector, among AI-related themes we favor technology, semiconductors, utilities (on higher power demand), machinery for advanced manufacturing, and industrial REITs. Non-AI beneficiaries include aerospace and defense (on higher military spending), pharmaceuticals (on tariff benefits), and capital market segments (supported by active investment banking). As for fixed income, US economic weakness and Fed rate cuts will drive Treasury yields lower, with 10-year yields expected to fall to 3.5-3.7% by 2Q26. We recommend allocating to US Treasuries or high-rated investment-grade corporate bonds in 1H26, then rotating into high-yield bonds in 2H26 as policy rates and economic conditions reach a bottom.

James Chu, Chairman at KGI Securities Investment Advisory, says: “AI is triggering a new productivity revolution, supporting economic growth and strengthening corporate earnings. While the US economy is expected to slow, a recession remains unlikely, and the short-term impact of tariff policies should gradually fade by the first quarter of 2026. Although the Fed may shift from cutting rates at every meeting to cutting at alternating meetings, the overall environment remains a rate-cutting cycle. In a non-recession backdrop, lower interest rates should continue to support equity market performance.”

Mainland China and Hong Kong Markets
In terms of the macroeconomy, with the conclusion of trade agreements among many countries, risks have subsided. However, due to external drag, China’s GDP growth is expected to slow slightly to 4.6% in 2026. In 2026, investors should focus on four key areas for Hong Kong and mainland China markets: (1) In the consumption sector, domestic demand continued to be the core growth driver, contributing more than half of GDP. As the “trade-in” effect diminishes, the central government is expected to implement the “15th Five-Year Plan” and economic conference plans, launching a new round of subsidies covering culture, entertainment, and sports to continuously boost consumer spending. (2) In the financial market, risk appetite has increased. Given the narrowing spread between bond yields and fixed deposit rates, large amounts of savings are flowing into the capital market seeking returns. The fundamentals of the banking and insurance industries have bottomed out, and the credit structure is accelerating its shift from real estate to supporting the real economy. (3) Regarding the issue of “anti-involution,” the PPI remains weak, and capacity reduction has become a focus. Compared to 2015, this round involves more downstream private enterprises and needs to consider employment, presenting greater challenges. While industry consolidation is expected to be lengthy, the impact is controllable and beneficial for long-term healthy development. (4) Regarding new quality productive forces, this will replace real estate and infrastructure as the main investment focus. Digital infrastructure supports AI and embodied intelligence, and humanoid robots are expected to see commercialization in 2026, “iPhone moment.” Leading companies with core technological autonomy in innovative drugs will enjoy higher valuation premiums.

Overall, we are optimistic on Hang Seng Index. We expect the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cuts to drive fund inflows to the Hong Kong and mainland stock markets. Based on an upward revision of the forward PE ratio to 13.5x and 8% earnings growth, we set a target of 30,000 points for the Hang Seng Index by the end of 2026, representing a potential upside of approximately 14%. As confidence recovers, the investment style is expected to shift from defensive to growth stocks. Recommended 12 stocks: XPeng Motors (9868), UBTECH (9880), Tencent Holdings (700), Alibaba (9988), China Hongqiao (1378), AIA Group (1299), Ping An Insurance (2318), China Merchants Bank (3968), Akeso Biopharma (9926), Pop Mart (9992), Tencent Music (1698), and Sino Land (83).

Cusson Leung, Chief Investment Officer at KGI, says: “2026 marks a crucial turning point for the Chinese economy. While the market anticipates GDP growth to slow to 4.6%, “new quality productive forces,” resembling humanoid robots, is taking over as a new growth engine. The most critical signal in the market is the “awakening” of idle cash—massive savings are flowing from low-interest fixed deposits to the capital market seeking returns. With risk appetite returning and policy support intensifying, now is the time to shift investment strategies from “defensive” to “growth.” Driven by both valuation repair and earnings growth, we are optimistic that the Hang Seng Index will reach 30,000 points, and the allocation value of Hong Kong and mainland China stocks has reappeared.”

Taiwan Market
Compared to the dot-com era bull run, which lasted almost five years, the current AI frenzy has been around for about three years, suggesting that the uptrend is still in its middle phase and could extend through 2026.

AI plays are trading at high PEs, such valuations are backed by strong fundamentals. In fact, the PEG ratio of Taiwan’s AI supply chain has yet to surpass 1x. We estimate that aggregate earnings of AI plays will grow by 21% YoY in 2026, following impressive upticks of 35% in 2024 and 43% in 2025. AI stocks now account for more than 60% of TAIEX earnings, and with the ongoing AI arms race, overall TAIEX earnings growth is projected to accelerate from 14% in 2025F to 20% in 2026.

Although the AI frenzy should keep the bull market intact, volatility will rise in tandem due to: (1) substantial cumulative gains, and the fact that valuations are approaching historic highs; (2) policy and political uncertainty surrounding the US midterm elections; and (3) potential changes in the US Fed’s rate-cut pace. We expect the TAIEX to repeat a “smile-curve” pattern, featuring continued strength in 1Q26, followed by healthy corrections in 2Q-3Q26 before closing the year with a renewed upswing.

We think investors need to pay attention to two major themes. The first is a broad-based product spec upgrade trend across the AI supply chain, which will drive the industry into a new growth phase, with beneficiaries including foundries, GPU and ASIC designers, advanced packaging (such as CoWoS), and ODMs, as well as testing interfaces, memory, thermal solutions, CCL, ABF substrates, PCBs, switches, and power component suppliers amid strong AI computing demand and ongoing GPU platform upgrades. The second is diversification and defensive asset allocation. Innovations in consumer electronics, such as foldable iPhones and smart wearables, will provide growth opportunities, while companies with resilient domestic demand and stable high dividend yields offer a balanced strategy combining growth and income. Overall, investors should strike a balance between growth and resilience against volatility in their portfolios, in the face of market fluctuations.

James Chu, Chairman at KGI Securities Investment Advisory, says: “The solid earnings growth driven by AI and still reasonable valuations form a strong foundation for the ongoing bull market in Taiwanese equities. With AI adoption accelerating across enterprises and consumers, demand for computing power is rising rapidly. Yet supply remains constrained by chip and power bottlenecks, meaning hardware suppliers are likely to face continued shortages through 2026. Taiwan’s AI supply chain is set to remain a key beneficiary, particularly those tied to next-generation specification upgrades.”

Singapore Market
In 9M25, the overall performance of Singapore’s economy was better than expected as the global trade tensions eased after the US pivoted on its reciprocal tariffs and reached deals with its major trading partners. The manufacturing, wholesale trade and finance & insurance sectors remained the growth pillars of the Singapore economy, and each sector delivered decent growth. In particular, manufacturing’s growth has been robust, driven by the electronics, transport engineering and biomedical manufacturing clusters. The full year outlook is upbeat, as the growth momentum shall continue till the end of the year.

Looking ahead, the global economic outlook for 2026 suggests slower GDP growth for most of Singapore’s key trading partners, including China and the Eurozone, largely due to the impact of US tariffs, which will temper demand for Southeast Asian exports, though US growth is expected to remain resilient from AI investment. Consequently, Singapore’s outward-oriented sectors, particularly manufacturing and trade-related services, are projected to expand at a slower pace than in 2025, although the electronics and related sectors will benefit from AI demand, while some precision engineering and biomedical output may moderate domestically, the construction sector is set to grow, but consumer-facing sectors are likely to remain subdued. However, the relatively low interest rates and continuous government support shall buffer the impact of the slowdown, and the capital market will still benefit from the upward re-rating catalysts.

Chen Guangzhi, Head of Research at KGI Singapore, says: “Thanks to trade de-escalation and the AI wave, Singapore experienced significant economic expansion in 2025. Proactive government initiatives turbo-charged the equity bull run, and this strong momentum is expected to deliver an optimistic economic outlook for 2026.”
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Bellroy Releases Year of the Horse Capsule Collection

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Limited-edition designs of Bellroy’s lightweight, everyday bags and pouches from the Cinch range.

MELBOURNE, Australia, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bellroy released new limited-edition products to their Cinch collection in celebration of the Year of the Horse, with colors, silhouettes and hidden messages representing calm and relaxation. The custom designs capture the symbolism of the new year with an injection of modernity, with crimson to represent lucky red, seafoam green as a nod to spring, and hidden messages of rest and readiness, unique to each style. These limited-edition products are available now at bellroy.com and at select retailers.

Bellroy's Year of the Horse Collection
Bellroy’s Year of the Horse Collection

Products:

  • Cinch Backpack – Year of the Horse Edition
  • Cinch Mini Messenger – Year of the Horse Edition
  • Cinch Pocket – Year of the Horse Edition
  • Cinch Pouch – Year of the Horse Edition
  • New Year Horse Charm
  • New Year Owl Charm

Bellroy is also offering customers the New Year Horse Charm and New Year Owl Charm as gifts with the purchase of the Cinch Backpack – Year of the Horse Edition or Mini Messenger – Year of the Horse Edition (while stocks last). The horse charm, molded from clay and developed through 3D printing, features two snuggling horses sitting on a diamond-style knot that loosely resembles a traditional Chinese knot. Bellroy Designer Rowan Dinning says, “For Year of the Horse, we didn’t want to signal a hustle culture, like the cliché, prancing pony. We focused more on being in connection with family and that sense of community when putting together the capsule.”

This capsule is a modern take on a year that is often tied to speed, ambition and momentum. Bellroy reframes the story: rest and prepare, then move with purpose. “The idea was inspired by the phonetic similarity between ‘Cinch’ and the Chinese word ‘松弛’ (sōngchí), which means relaxed, chilled or loosened. The design language of the Cinch family – playful structure, soft and lightweight materials – further reinforces this ‘chilled’ feeling,” says Bellroy BD Project Manager Fiona Fang.

Cinch Backpack – Year of the Horse Edition

  • RRP US$125.

Cinch Mini Messenger – Year of the Horse Edition

  • RRP US$79.

Cinch Pocket – Year of the Horse Edition

  • RRP US$25.

Cinch Pouch – Year of the Horse Edition

  • RRP US$25.

New Year Horse Charm and New Year Owl Charm

  • RRP US$35 each.
  • Available as a free gift with eligible purchases.

Now available at bellroy.com and selected retailers.
Product images available here.

Apple-exclusive collection

In addition to the collection available on bellroy.com, Bellroy has collaborated with Chinese paper artist Chen Fenwan to create a Year of the Horse Collection made exclusively for Apple – comprising the Laptop Caddy, Travel Organizer and Cinch Messenger. Each limited-edition product includes an exclusive patterned lining designed by the artist.

Laptop Caddy 14″ – Special Edition

  • RRP US$79.

Travel Organizer  – Special Edition

  • RRP US$59.

Cinch Messenger  – Special Edition

  • RRP US$99.

Now available at apple.com and in select stores.
Product images available here.

About Bellroy

Bellroy is an Australian certified B-Corp revolutionizing everyday carry since 2010. The design-obsessed brand creates wallets, bags, and tech accessories that solve real problems through sustainable materials and meticulous engineering. With products sold in 100+ countries, Bellroy demonstrates that business can be a force for good without compromising on quality or design.

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