DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced the launch of its latest trading competition, the Master Trader Arena, inviting traders worldwide to compete for a total prize pool of 300,000 USDT.

The event will unfold in two independent rounds, with each offering 150,000 USDT in rewards and its own leaderboard. Round 1 will run from Nov. 17, 2025, at 10 a.m. UTC to Nov. 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. UTC. Round 2 will follow from Dec. 1, 2025, at 10 a.m. UTC to Dec. 12, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. UTC.

Participants will compete through Bybit’s Copy Trading feature, where Master Traders and their teams of Followers aim to achieve the highest total profit and loss (PnL) to climb the leaderboard. The competition is open to two trading categories: Classic and TradFi. Traders may select one type at registration, which will determine the trading activity counted toward their rankings.

To qualify for leaderboard placement, each team must meet minimum trading volume thresholds. For Classic, the total Copy Trading volume must reach at least 120,000 USDT, while TradFi participants must record a total Copy Trading volume of at least 6,000,000 USDx. Rankings are determined by the team’s total PnL, with the top 100 Master Traders recognized in each round.

The prize pool for each round will be distributed among the top 100 traders, with 15 percent allocated to first place, 9 percent to second place, and 6 percent to third place. Rankings from fourth to 10th place will share 25 percent of the pool, 11th to 50th will share 35 percent, and 51st to 100th will share 10 percent. Half of each team’s reward will go to the Master Trader, and the remaining half will be shared among Followers in proportion to their trading volume.

Disclaimer: Participation is limited to verified Main Accounts that have completed Individual Identity Verification Level 1 or Business Verification. Institutional users, Market Makers, and residents of the European Economic Area and other restricted regions are not eligible to join.

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About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 70 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ —  World Trade Centers Association® (WTCA®), an international trade organization connecting more than 300 World Trade Center® (WTC®) locations in nearly 100 countries and territories, held its 2025 WTCA Member Forum from October 27-29. The three-day virtual event brought together 280 registrants, representing 105 WTC businesses across 43 countries and territories.

Under the theme “Empowering Emerging Voices,” this year’s event highlighted WTCA’s rising leaders and the experienced voices who guide, mentor and empower international trade collaboration. Sessions, panel discussions, and interactive workshops offered actionable tools for navigating a changing international landscape, reflecting WTCA’s commitment to promoting free and fair trade, open markets and healthy competition.

Highlights from this year’s Member Forum included a “Mentor-Mentee Match Up” session, where experienced leaders shared their insights and expertise with emerging voices within the network, as well as “The State of Global Trade and Investment” with Michael Blanga-Gubbay, Research Economist, World Trade Organization (WTO); “Networking with a Purpose” with Melinda Emerson, President, SmallBizLady Enterprises; “Digital Literacy for Trade Pros: Smart Tools, Big Impact” with Krishna Kumar, Co-Founder and CEO, GreenPepper AI; and “Cross-Cultural Communication in a Global Network” with Tamir Maharaj, Trade Advisor, WTC Winnipeg.  

“Our members’ dedication and collaboration in navigating rapidly shifting trade times has been remarkable. The energy and support that they offer one another demonstrate the strength and adaptability of our network. It is inspiring to see how WTCA continues to evolve and help members succeed in an ever-shifting global trade landscape,” said John E. Drew, WTCA Chair, Board of Directors. “At its core, WTCA’s mission is to empower WTC locations with the tools and connections they need to support the businesses they serve. By strengthening our members, we strengthen the businesses and communities navigating today’s complex geopolitical and trade realities, ultimately fulfilling our purpose of ‘Connecting Businesses, Globally,’ for shared growth and resilience.”

This year’s Forum also introduced the WTCA Visionary Awards, recognizing the groundbreaking projects of WTC businesses and their affiliated companies. This prestigious program highlights innovation, impact, and leadership within the WTCA network, providing businesses an opportunity to gain recognition and elevate their profile on a global stage. Through the Visionary Awards, WTC businesses and their affiliates can showcase their achievements and strengthen their presence within the international WTCA community.

“The 2025 Member Forum provided a valuable space for members to learn, share insights and discuss global trade trends,” said Crystal Edn, WTCA Executive Director-Member Services. “We have already heard that participants gained actionable takeaways from sessions on cross-cultural collaboration. We look forward to continuing these productive, transcontinental conversations at the 56th Annual WTCA Global Business Forum in Philadelphia.”

The 2025 WTCA Member Forum marked the official countdown to the highly anticipated 56th Annual WTCA Global Business Forum (GBF), which will be hosted April 19-22, 2026, in the United States by WTC Greater Philadelphia in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

“As we look toward the 2026 WTCA GBF, our focus is on honoring our shared traditions while advancing the innovation and collaboration that define the WTCA network today. Philadelphia is proud to host and invite our global partners to join us as we highlight the leadership, ideas and connections shaping the future of international business,” said Thomas Young, President and CEO of WTC Greater Philadelphia.

For more information about the 2026 WTCA Global Business Forum, please click here.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

World Trade Centers Association (WTCA)
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Phone: +1 212 432 2644
Email: cdimalanta@wtca.org

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About World Trade Centers Association (WTCA)
World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) is a network of more than 300 highly connected, mutually supporting businesses and organizations in nearly 100 countries and territories. As the owner of the “World Trade Center” and “WTC” trademarks, WTCA licenses exclusive rights to these brands for members to use in conjunction with their independently owned, iconic properties, facilities and trade services offerings. Through a robust portfolio of events, programming and resources that it offers its members, the goal of WTCA is to help local economies thrive by encouraging and facilitating trade and investment across the globe, creating an ecosystem built around commerce, community and connection. To learn more, visit www.wtca.org.

ST. LOUIS, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MiTAC Computing Technology, a global leader in high-performance and energy-efficient server solutions, is proud to announce its participation at the Supercomputing (SC) 2025 (November 18–20, St. Louis, Missouri), booth 3916. Under the theme “AI Cluster Power – Cool Fast Scale Faster” MiTAC will showcase its modular highly scalable rack infrastructure for demanding AI and HPC workloads demonstrating capabilities from single servers to cluster integration focusing on liquid cooling and energy-efficient designs. MiTAC collaborates with AMD, Broadcom, CoolIT, Intel, KIOXIA, Micron, NVIDIA, Samsung and Solidigm to accelerate advanced computing and high-efficiency data centers.

Rack-scale Innovation From Standard Architecture to AI Cluster Excellence

At SC 2025 MiTAC Computing presents its full range of rack-level solutions for cluster-scale deployments including liquid-cooled and air-cooled AI and HPC racks addressing both open architectures and traditional enterprise data centers.

AI Liquid-Cooled Rack with AMD Instinct™ MI355X GPUs | Optimized for Ultra-Scale AI

The high-density 48U EIA AI liquid-cooled rack MR1100 series targets hyperscale AI training and inference. This robust solution supports 64 to 256 AI GPUs. Utilizing cold-plate technology with the latest AMD Instinct™ MI355X GPUs, AMD EPYC™ 9005 CPUs, and AMD Pensando™ Pollara 400 AI NICs, it ensures non-throttled AI throughput with 400/800 Gb/s network architecture.

AI Air-Cooled Rack with AMD Instinct™ MI350X GPUs | Standardized Architecture with High-Speed Interconnect

MiTAC presents its standard EIA 45U air-cooled AI rack, MR1100A, with four MiTAC G8825Z5 systems using AMD Instinct™ MI350X/MI325X GPUs. The 800Gb/s network switch Broadcom Tomahawk 5 chipset ensures low-latency data transmission GC68C-B8056 management and TS70A-B8056 storage servers enable rapid deployment of scalable AI/HPC clusters.

OCP ORv3 Liquid-Cooled Rack | Modular Power and Advanced Thermal Management

MiTAC’s 43OU OCP ORv3 liquid-cooled rack, MR is designed for sustainable HPC, accommodating up to 14 C2811Z5 multi-node servers powered by AMD EPYC™ 9005 Series processors. It integrates MiTAC Lake Erie storage, a 33kW Power Shelf, and the CoolIT 200kW CHx200+ In-Rack CDU. This modular design ensures stable, energy-efficient operation for high-density compute servers.

AI Acceleration Platforms

• G4527G6: This 4U AI Accelerator, built on the NVIDIA MGX™ architecture, hosts up to 8 NVIDIA RTX PRO™ 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPUs. It is driven by dual Intel® Xeon® 6767P CPUs with Solidigm D7-P5520 SSDs, providing the speed essential for deep learning.
• G4826Z5: A liquid-cooled compute node for MiTAC AI clusters, supporting up to eight AMD Instinct™ MI355X GPUs. It features full liquid cooling and includes the Broadcom P2200G network adapter.
• G8825Z5: A High-performance AI platform supporting up up to 8 AMD Instinct™ MI325X or MI350X GPUs. It also features AMD Pensando™ Pollara 400 AI NICs and Micron 6550 ION NVMe SSDs vital for accelerating training cycles.

HPC & Cloud Computing Frameworks

• G4520G6: This highly adaptable server, powered by the latest Intel® Xeon® 6 CPUs, delivers superior performance per watt for cloud and HPC roles, leveraging Micron DDR5 DRAM. It also features extensive expansion options, including support for NVIDIA RTX PRO^TM 6000 Blackwell Server Edition and NVIDIA Hopper GPUs.
• C2811Z5: An OCP-compliant liquid-cooled multi-node server, it uses AMD EPYC™ 9005 series processors. Optimized with NVMe E1.S interfaces and Micron 9550 NVMe SSDs, it guarantees sustained high-speed data delivery for intensive HPC.

Enterprise Data Solutions

• M2810Z5: Optimized for peak storage performance by deploying Kioxia XD8 E1.S Gen5 SSDs, this server unlocks maximum bandwidth for IO-intensive database applications.
• R2520G6: A high-capacity 2U server with dual Intel® Xeon® 6700P series processors integrates Solidigm D7-PS1010 SSDs. PCIe 5.0 bandwidth guarantees stability for data warehousing and analytics.
• M2510G6: This high-reliability platform supports Samsung MZTL67T6HBLC-00AW7 SSDs for mission-critical enterprise settings and demanding data processing.
• R2513G6: This platform provides maximum archival capacity using Seagate EXOS M 30TB HDDs, tailored for organizations with immense data retention needs.

Global Success Stories Demonstrating MiTAC’s Value in AI & HPC Deployments Worldwide

At SC 2025, MiTAC showcases real-world success cases highlighting its proven expertise in delivering comprehensive rack-level solutions and its commitment to cluster-scale integration.

• MiTAC and French CSP pioneer sustainable HPC achieving world-class PUE and operational cost reduction: Partnered with Qarnot using the Capri 3 OCP server to capture 95% of server heat for reuse, achieving a PUE of 1.01 and reducing operational costs by 50% for clients in Europe. The exhibit also highlights the integration of the Broadcom N1400GD network adapter.
• OCP deployment accelerated in the US data centers featuring ORv3 platform and resource efficiency: MiTAC partnered with CTCA, a global IT solutions provider, to accelerate OCP deployment across the US data centers. This success leveraged the ORv3-compliant OCP server and advanced rack integration. The SC showcase highlights the OCP server featuring Samsung M321R8GA0EB2-CCP Memory, emphasizing faster rollouts and resource efficiency.
• Rack integration streamlines global operations for leading cloud security provider: MiTAC provided customized, ready-to-deploy rack integration services, utilizing the GC68C-B8056 server. This service streamlined operations by delivering over 380 configurations across 150 data centers worldwide, meeting 48-hour turnaround times, and enabling a GPU-first infrastructure shift within half a year, demonstrating the consistency, agility, and innovation MiTAC provides.
• MiTAC and its software-defined storage partner maximize GPU performance by eliminating AI training bottlenecks: Collaborating with a leading software-defined storage (SDS) partner, MiTAC leveraged the GC68A-B8056 server to remove critical I/O constraints. The pre-validated architecture boosted GPU utilization by 35% and delivered over 200 GB/s throughput, effectively tripling the speed of AI training completion.

For more SC information and product catalogs please visit:

• MiTAC Computing SC 2025 event site
• Intel Platform Brochure
• AMD Platform Brochure

About MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation

MiTAC Computing Technology Corp., a subsidiary of MiTAC Holdings, delivers comprehensive, energy-efficient server solutions backed by industry expertise dating back to the 1990s. Specializing in AI, HPC, cloud, and edge computing, MiTAC Computing employs rigorous methodologies to ensure uncompromising quality—across barebones, systems, racks, and cluster levels—fully achieving performance and integration. This commitment to quality at every level sets MiTAC Computing apart in the industry.

With a worldwide presence and end-to-end capabilities—from R&D and manufacturing to global support—MiTAC Computing provides agile, customized platforms for hyperscale data centers, HPC, and AI applications, ensuring optimal performance and scalability to meet unique business needs. By leveraging the latest advancements in AI and liquid cooling, and unifying the MiTAC brand with Intel DSG and TYAN server products, MiTAC Computing stands out for its innovative, efficient, and reliable server technology as well as its hardware and software integrated solutions—empowering businesses to meet future challenges.

MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation website: https://www.mitaccomputing.com/

NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Thanks, the customer-first native ad network on a mission to make people fall in love with advertising again, today announced a new partnership with Oztix, Australia’s largest independent ticketing company.

The collaboration integrates Thanks’ AI-powered post-purchase media monetisation platform across Oztix’s digital ecosystem. Fans can now discover contextually relevant offers from travel and dining to merchandise and experiences, at the perfect moment: right after securing their tickets.

As part of the rollout, Thanks and Oztix will jointly support Make-A-Wish® Australia, with a portion of proceeds donated each quarter to help grant life-changing wishes to Australian children with critical illnesses. The initiative ensures that every ticket purchase contributes to creating joy, both for fans attending events and for families across Australia.

“Oztix is a cornerstone of Australia’s live-event scene, connecting millions of fans to the experiences they love,” said Steve Tesoriero, Founder and Co-CEO of Thanks. “We’re thrilled to partner with a team that truly values its audience and is willing to innovate to add more meaning to every ticket purchase. Together, we’re building on the same AI-powered platform trusted by major brands like eBay, Linktree, and Booking.com, and expanding it into the world of live events, making post-purchase moments more valuable for everyone involved.”

For more than two decades, Oztix has been built on partnerships – with promoters, venues, artists, and communities. The company is well-known across the live entertainment and events industry for championing initiatives that support and strengthen the industry itself. This new collaboration with Thanks introduces a fresh way to give back by enabling fans to connect with and contribute to charitable causes directly through their ticket purchase experience. Together with Thanks’ quarterly donations, it’s a shared effort to bring more meaning to every event moment.

“Together, we’re showing how retail media and community can work side by side – creating rewarding experiences for fans while giving back. Many of us are parents ourselves, so giving back to Make-A-Wish feels deeply meaningful. It’s about spreading the same joy and connection we see at live events to children and families who need it most,” said Stuart Field, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Oztix.

This partnership marks another milestone in Thanks’ expansion across the Australian market and reflects its commitment to building more human, more rewarding moments for consumers, brands, and communities alike.

About Thanks
Thanks is the customer-first, AI-driven commerce media network that delights consumers with personalized, high-value rewards in high-intent moments. eBay, Linktree, Sezzle, and Zip are among its growing network of partners, driving incremental revenue, loyalty, and brand love, while delivering industry-leading ROI for advertisers including HelloFresh, Shopback, The Oodie and Flight Centre. Powered by its proprietary DelightAI engine, Thanks connects brands and customers through monetizable ad experiences, rewarding more than 50 million shoppers every month across the U.S., U.K., and Australia. Discover more at https://www.thanks.co/

About Oztix
Oztix is Australia’s largest independent ticketing company, proudly Queensland-owned and built on partnerships. For more than 20 years, Oztix has powered thousands of events across music, sport, and community celebrations, combining world-class technology with service excellence to deliver seamless ticketing experiences for fans and organisers.

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NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2025 /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. 

Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on November 17th

• Markets ended last week mixed, with the S&P 500 posting modest gains despite Thursday’s pullback. Investors spent the week recalibrating expectations around future Fed rate cuts.
• Fed minutes from the October meeting drop Wednesday, potentially offering clues about a December rate move. Traders now see a 45% chance of a 25bps cut, down sharply from over 95% a month ago.
• NVIDIA reports Wednesday, while NYSE-listed companies including Home Depot and Lowe’s offer insight into consumer strength. Plus, the delayed September jobs report arrives Thursday following the government’s reopening.

Opening Bell
Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) celebrates its 90^th anniversary of founding

Closing Bell
Canadian National Railway (NYSE: CNI) celebrates its 30^th anniversary of listing

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SINGAPORE, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Weibo, China’s largest social media platform, held the Weibo Cultural Exchange Night at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore on November 16, 2025, coinciding with the 35th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and Singapore. The third edition of this tech-driven cultural showcase held this year, highlighted people-to-people exchanges and shared social responsibility. It continued to use social platforms to connect Asian creators and artists, promote regional stories with global reach, and add new momentum to cultural exchange and strengthen mutual understanding, driving regional narratives toward global resonance.

The event drew over a thousand guests, including prominent celebrities, athletes, business decision-makers, and philanthropic leaders. The program featured a celebrity red carpet, guest interactions, artistic performances, and an awards segment that blended cultural traditions to create an immersive experience. The event also sparked significant online buzz, with viewers joining through comments and hashtags, helping extend the cultural impact to audiences watching across screens.

Echoing the earlier editions this year, the Singapore finale further showcased the platform’s ability to amplify cultural voices and foster global engagement. The three 2025 Weibo Cultural Exchange Nights showcased the platform’s ability to boost worldwide exposure, drive cross-border engagement, and link brands with social responsibility and cultural influence. Through performances, artist participation, and social interaction, the event showcased diverse regional expressions and shaped a unified narrative, using a “culture plus entertainment” approach to foster more natural bridges between cultures.

The Singapore event also marked the debut of Weibo’s Corporate ESG Ranking, which highlights companies’ performance in sustainability, social responsibility, and cultural communication. The initiative aims to enhance trust and relevance across cultures, providing a credible visibility platform for brands to engage diverse markets and connect authentically with local audiences. Awards recognized contributions in social responsibility, including entertainment, sports and cultural social care awards, along with corporate ESG honors such as environmental responsibility, sustainable development and employee well-being.

Weibo Cultural Exchange Night serves as a pioneering platform that redefines transnational cultural exchange by integrating digital storytelling, regional narratives, and youth engagement. Bringing together global cultural institutions, artists, celebrities, and cross-industry leaders, it uses familiar voices to bridge cultural boundaries, evoke youth nostalgia, spotlight classic and emerging trends, and create a space where creators worldwide engage in meaningful cross-border dialogue and collaboration.

Transnational cultural exchanges often take the form of forums or single-industry events, making comprehensive platforms such as the Weibo Cultural Exchange Night rare. As part of Weibo’s internationalization strategy to bridge cultures through entertainment, the event strengthened cultural exchange and creative cooperation between China and Southeast Asia while boosting global access to Asian cultural expression. Looking ahead, the program is set to expand to more countries and regions, exploring new models for inclusive global exchange and cross-border creative cooperation.

About Weibo

Weibo is a leading social media for people to create, share and discover content online. Weibo combines the means of public self-expression in real time with a powerful platform for social interaction, content aggregation and content distribution. Any user can create and post a feed and attach multi-media and long-form content. The platform’s asymmetric relationship model allows users to follow others, comment, and repost freely. This simple, asymmetric and distributed nature of Weibo allows an original feed to become a live viral conversation stream.