Leadership team expansion coincides with recent onboarding of large asset managers representing $21 trillion in AUM

NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Talos, the premier provider of institutional digital assets technology and data for trading and portfolio management, announced the appointment of Drew Forman as Senior Vice President and Head of Strategy. In this newly created executive role, Forman will lead firmwide initiatives spanning market expansion, product innovation and corporate development as Talos continues to strengthen its position at the center of the institutional digital assets ecosystem.

Drew Forman, SVP, Head of Strategy at Talos

As Head of Cowen Digital, Forman launched a full-service, institutional digital assets platform that offered trade execution, custody through partners, and aggregated liquidity solutions for traditional institutions entering the market. He brings to Talos deep experience in derivatives trading, having led Cowen’s equity derivatives desk, co-led the trading desk at Macro Risk Advisors, and held senior derivatives trading roles at Nomura and J.P. Morgan. Most recently, at Hudson Bay Capital, he focused on the portfolio management and trading of equity volatility strategies, further demonstrating his analytical rigor in traditional finance.

“We’re very fortunate to welcome Drew Forman to Talos,” said Anton Katz, CEO and Co-Founder of Talos. “We’ve seen significant growth in traditional institutions entering digital assets, and with that comes a tremendous opportunity for Talos to support their sophisticated workflows. Drew’s proven leadership in building and scaling businesses across traditional and digital finance makes him uniquely positioned to help chart Talos’s next phase of growth.”

Forman will report directly to CEO Anton Katz, overseeing business strategy, exploring inorganic growth and partnership opportunities, and helping to define the firm’s long-term positioning across both digital and traditional asset markets. His mandate includes driving alignment across the organization and ensuring that Talos’s platform continues to be the trusted infrastructure layer for financial institutions.

Forman’s appointment reflects Talos’s ongoing momentum and the broader wave of institutional engagement in digital assets. Over the past year, Talos has onboarded as clients multiple leading asset managers representing approximately $21 trillion in assets under management (AUM), as well as hedge funds collectively managing over $100 billion in AUM. In addition, several retail brokers have adopted Talos’s technology, enabling over 100 million end users to trade digital assets.

Recent growth milestones also include the integration of the Talos order and execution management system (OEMS) with BlackRock’s Aladdin^® investment platform, and the acquisitions of four best-in-class digital assets firms: data provider Coin Metrics, risk management platform Cloudwall, institutional DeFi technology provider Skolem, and portfolio engineering platform D3X Systems. These strategic moves advance Talos’s commitment to delivering an institutional-grade platform that supports the full lifecycle of digital asset investment.

“I’ve followed Talos’s evolution with admiration, from assembling the broadest connectivity network to building out the most comprehensive execution and portfolio management system for digital assets,” added Forman. “This is an inflection point not only for Talos, but for the convergence of digital and traditional finance. I’m honored to join the leadership team to help shape the firm’s strategic direction and accelerate the next phase of growth.”

About Talos

Talos provides institutional-grade technology and data that supports the full digital asset investment lifecycle, including liquidity sourcing, price discovery, trading, settlement and portfolio management. Engineered by a team with unmatched experience building institutional trading, portfolio and data systems, the Talos platform connects institutions to key providers in the digital asset ecosystem – exchanges, OTC desks, prime brokers, lenders, custodians, and more – through a single interface. For additional information, visit www.talos.com.

Talos Disclaimer: Talos offers software-as-a-service products that provide connectivity tools for institutional clients. Talos does not provide clients with any pre-negotiated arrangements with liquidity providers or other parties. Clients are required to independently negotiate arrangements with liquidity providers and other parties bilaterally. Talos is not party to any of these arrangements. Services and venues may not be available in all jurisdictions.

MEDIA CONTACT: media@talos.com

HONG KONG, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ViaBTC, the third-largest BTC mining pool, showcased its brand vision and Collateral-pledged Loan service as a premium sponsor at Blockchain Life 2025. The company also received the “Mining Pool of the Year Award” in a vote by the event host, highlighting its popularity and reputation.

During the two-day event, the ViaBTC team introduced its enhanced collateralized loan service to the global mining community. The upgraded service now supports multiple crypto assets as collateral—including BTC, BCH, LTC, and DOGE—for borrowing USDT, enabling miners to cover operational expenses without selling their holdings.

Anton Tsarenok, CBDO of ViaBTC, delivered a keynote speech on the latest developments in the space of mining. “Market swings can be tough, and we want to show our community that mining is still attractive as long-term BTC price growth is expected and renewable energy constantly lowers the cost of mining”.

In his speech, Anton highlighted key updates to ViaBTC’s collateralized loan service, including a reduced fixed annual interest rate of 9.9%—one of the most competitive in the global mining industry. The company commits to providing “All-in-one” mining services for global miners, featuring easy-to-use tools and a user-friendly interface.

About ViaBTC

Founded in 2016, ViaBTC is a premier global mining pool and innovative blockchain platform trusted by over 1.7 million users worldwide. Today, it ranks among the top three pools globally for BTC, BCH, LTC, DOGE, and KAS mining, serving a diverse international community of miners.

For more information, visit: https://www.viabtc.com/

BEIJING, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Coinciding with Programmer’s Day, the “2025 Booster Robotics Ecosystem Conference” was successfully held at the National Speed Skating Oval (The Ice Ribbon) in Beijing. Centered on the theme “Boosting the Arrival of the Embodied Intelligence Era,” the event gathered developers, partners, and industry experts from around the world to witness the comprehensive strategy of Booster Robotics in embodied intelligence, spanning from product development to ecosystem building.

• A Long-Term Vision: Becoming the ‘Personal Computer’ of the AI Era

The conference opened with Booster Robotics outlining its enduring vision: “To make humanoid robots as simple, reliable, and practical as personal computers.” This vision is rooted in a profound understanding of technological evolution — the personal computer, which served as the “universal hardware foundation” of the information age, transitioned from a niche hobbyist device to a professional tool, and eventually an integral part of daily life. Similarly, the humanoid robot represents the “personal computer” for the AI era, acting as the physical platform and ecological cornerstone for future intelligent applications.

• Launch Equals Shipment: Booster K1 Defines ‘Entry-Level as High-End’

A key announcement at the conference was the official launch of Booster Robotics’ “entry-level platform for embodied development — Booster K1.” Guided by the product philosophy of “affordable and powerful,” the platform aims to significantly lower the barrier to entry for embodied intelligence development.

Booster K1 boasts the following core features:

• Exceptional Durability: Validated by 30 hours of continuous 500N impact testing and 100 hours of real-machine operation.
• Lightweight and Portable: Total weight under 20kg, includes a dedicated carrying case, supporting “out-of-the-box use and easy transport.”
• Intelligent Control: Supports smartphone app control; receives ongoing updates with free action library upgrades; allows creation of custom actions through simple demonstration.
• Broad Scenario Adaptability: Fully compatible with various scenarios including robotic soccer competitions, STEM education, and scientific research experiments.

To precisely meet diverse development needs in basic education, research, demonstrations, and more, the Booster K1 is available in three variants:  K1 Geek, K1 Edu, and K1 Pro. All models feature 22 degrees of freedom as standard and support secondary development, truly realizing the “entry-level as high-end” vision. The K1 Geek Edition is priced at USD 5,999, with a limited-time offer starting at USD 4,999 before November 11th making it one of the most accessible humanoid robots in its class.

• Beyond Hardware: Booster K1 Ushers in the ‘Era of Embodied Agents’

Booster Robotics not only introduced the Booster K1 but also launched Booster Agents, heralding the official dawn of the “Era of Embodied Agents.” The Booster K1 serves as the first “universal body” for these Agents. It can host diverse intelligent agent roles such as dance masters, soccer experts, and home tutors, while also empowering users to independently develop and share customized Agent applications. The future application ecosystem for embodied intelligence will thus be shaped by developers worldwide.

• Launching the ‘Voyage Plan’ to Empower the Developer Ecosystem

To reduce development barriers and foster innovation, Booster Robotics officially launched the “Voyage Plan,” offering comprehensive technical, resource, and financial support:

• Free access to integrated development tools and video tutorials.
• Open-source upgrades for the Booster GYM simulation platform and RoboCup core algorithm demos.
• Establishment of a seed investment fund for Agent development teams to help bring creative ideas to fruition.

This initiative aims to democratize technology, ensuring every developer—from university research teams to secondary school student makers — has the opportunity to advance machine intelligence.

• Commitment to Quality Products and Reliable Service

Addressing common industry challenges such as “inadequate product stability and durability,” “excessive marketing and long delivery cycles,” “insufficient after-sales support,” and “hardware-centric offerings with limited solutions,” Booster Robotics adheres to the principle of “dedicated to quality products, committed to reliable service.” To back this principle, beyond fielding world-champion robots proven in RoboCup competitions, the company has publicly committed to triple compensation for any undelivered Double 11 full-payment orders by the end of December. It also guarantees a 2-hour initial response for after-sales inquiries and solution provision within 48 hours, and offers comprehensive support including curriculum systems, competition frameworks, software development tools, and performance programs, all aimed at accelerating the adoption and expansion of embodied development applications.

• Building a ‘Teach-Learn-Practice-Compete-Apply’ Cycle; Launching the ‘Hundred Cities, Ten Thousand Schools’ Plan

Regarding ecosystem development, Booster Robotics presented a systematic, full-chain education and competition solution centered on Booster K1, covering the complete cycle from instruction and experimentation to competition and practical application. Concurrently, the company announced the “Hundred Cities, Ten Thousand Schools” plan, targeting partnerships with over ten thousand educational institutions globally within the next three years to promote the widespread adoption of robotics education and cultivate talent.

To further expand its ecosystem, Booster Robotics entered into strategic collaborations with several partners at the event, including Beijing Robot Financial Leasing Co., Ltd., and recognized gold-tier channel agents, collectively advancing the large-scale deployment of robots across diverse scenarios and regions.

• Pragmatic Approach Drives Growth; Market Recognition Follows Real Deliveries

Since its establishment in August 2023, Booster Robotics has consistently pursued a “pragmatic” spirit in commercializing its technology. To date, the company has shipped over 700 units globally, serving more than 200 clients across over 20 countries and more than 70 universities and research institutions.

At the 2025 RoboCup in Brazil, Booster Robotics’s robots enabled the Tsinghua Hephaestus Team to secure China’s first championship in the competition, while also achieving top placements across multiple categories, demonstrating exceptional product performance and technical maturity.

Although the conference has concluded, the ecosystem continues to grow.

Booster Robotics cordially invites global developers to join this intelligent expedition commencing on Programmer’s Day, working collaboratively to accelerate the arrival of the “Era of Embodied Agents.”

For further information, please visit the official Booster Robotics website: https://www.booster.tech/ 

Media Contact: 
Hannah Zhang
zhangbohan@boosterobotics.com 

DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is excited to kick off a brand new trading season on Bybit Alpha with 600,000 USDT in total prizes. From now until the end of 2025, traders of all experience levels stand to earn rewards while experiencing Bybit’s latest streamlined gateway for on-chain trading in daily giveaways and leaderboards.

The newly upgrade Bybit Alpha transforms access to premier on-chain opportunities for alpha hunters. Delivering seamless integration with Unified Trading Account (UTA) balances, Bybit Alpha allows traders to execute on-chain transactions with the familiar efficiency of spot trading.

Bybit Exclusive: The Alpha Trading Season

In five competition rounds, with two prize pools, and hundreds of potential winners, Bybit Alpha invites both consistent and competitive traders to divide up the rewards in two paths:

• Alpha Lucky Draw: Users may complete low-threshold trading tasks to earn Lucky Draw tickets for a chance to win up to 100 USDT from the 100,000 USDT prize pool. Each task culminates in up to two tickets per day from now until the end of the year.
• Alpha Trading Competition: The centerpiece of this trading season, the main competition will distribute half a million USDT across five separate rounds, with each round recognizing the top 100 performers. First-place finishers in each round receive 8,000 USDT, followed by 6,000 USDT for second place and 4,000 USDT for third place, with tiered rewards for other trader on the leaderboard.

Whether traders thrive on daily gains or chase the adrenaline of volume-driven competition, Bybit Alpha empowers them with the tools and opportunities to match their ambition. The platform stands ready to support every strategy throughout this two-month trading season.

To take part in the event, eligible users may simply sign up for Bybit Alpha and start trading. Terms and conditions apply, and participants are subject to eligibility requirements.

Bybit Alpha’s enhanced capabilities reflect Bybit’s commitment to bridging centralized and decentralized trading experiences, providing institutional-grade infrastructure with retail-friendly accessibility. To learn more about Bybit Alpha, users may visit: Bybit Alpha: The evolution of on-chain trading

#Bybit / #CryptoArk / #BybitAlpha

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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KURAYOSHI, Japan, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ —

Where Manga and Gastronomy Intertwine: A Timeless Stroll Through the Town of Kurayoshi
Kurayoshi City, known in Japan as “Kura-shi Yoshi”—literally “a town good for living”—is a quiet former castle town in Tottori Prefecture where the traditional white-walled storehouses still remain. Today, the world’s eyes are turning to this nostalgic town once again, thanks to A Distant Neighborhood, a manga masterpiece by the internationally acclaimed artist Jiro Taniguchi. To learn more about this unique program, Tourism Media Service spoke with the organizer.

The story of a middle-aged man who travels back in time to his boyhood in Kurayoshi captured the hearts of readers worldwide and was later adapted into a France–Belgium–Germany co-produced film in 2010, celebrated as “a masterpiece depicting the essence of Japanese nostalgia.”

Now, in 2025, Kurayoshi is once again poised to become a “distant neighborhood” for travelers around the world. On March 30, 2025, the Tottori Prefectural Museum of Art—the first large-scale cultural facility of its kind in the prefecture—will open its doors, marking the beginning of a new series of immersive cultural experiences throughout the city.

Three premium experiences will invite visitors to explore Kurayoshi through the world of A Distant Neighborhood:

1. A Walking Tour Experiencing the Manga “A Distant Neighborhood”
2. Jiro Taniguchi Reproduction Art Exhibition — A Special Night Where Anime and the Museum Intertwine
3. Gastronomy Hopping Experience Inspired by “A Distant Neighborhood”

Spoke with the organizers about this unique program.
This article introduces three new experiences in Kurayoshi—scheduled for November to December 2025—where visitors can immerse themselves in the world of Jiro Taniguchi and experience the fusion of manga, art, gastronomy, architecture, crafts, and nature.

1. Walking Tour: Experience the Manga A Distant Neighborhood

Kurayoshi’s historical streets—lined with white-walled storehouses, stone bridges along the Tamagawa River, the old Uomachi district, and Meiji-era public bathhouses—mirror the scenes that appear in Taniguchi’s manga.

Guided by individuals connected to the artist, participants will walk through the city while uncovering the layers of its history and culture. The experience feels like traveling through time itself. After the walk, guests may also join the evening program: the Special Night Exhibition at the Tottori Prefectural Museum of Art (separate registration required).

• Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025
• Price: ¥90,000 (tax included, per adult or child)
• Meeting Point: JR Kurayoshi Station South Exit (near Tourist Information Center)
• Time: 10:00 AM start (approx. 4 hours)
• Languages: Japanese / English / French
• Transportation: Chartered bus or taxi
• Minimum Participants: 2
• URL: https://www.mwt.co.jp/web-inbound/shinjuku/kurayoshi_guidedtour/

Feel the quiet atmosphere of Kurayoshi overlap with the air of the manga—like stepping right into one of its panels.

2. Jiro Taniguchi Reproduction Art Exhibition — A Special Night Where Anime and the Museum Intertwine

This exclusive evening program invites guests to enjoy a private viewing of Jiro Taniguchi’s reproduced artworks in a serene nighttime setting at the Tottori Prefectural Museum of Art.

With commentary by a professional curator, visitors can immerse themselves in the artist’s delicate brushwork and the interplay of light and shadow that define his style. A special dining experience will also be offered within the museum’s unique venue—an opportunity not available during regular hours.

• Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025
• Price: ¥15,000 (tax included, per adult or child)
• Venue: Tottori Prefectural Museum of Art
• Time: Meet at 5:45 PM (approx. 2 hours)
• Languages: Japanese / English / French (depending on participants)
• Minimum Participants: 10
• URL: https://www.mwt.co.jp/web-inbound/shinjuku/tottori_art_exhibition/

A world that opens only at night in Kurayoshi—perfect for art lovers and Taniguchi fans seeking to experience manga as fine art.

3. Gastronomy Hopping Experience Inspired by A Distant Neighborhood

This new “Gastronomy Hopping” experience allows visitors to enjoy Kurayoshi’s local cuisine and culture while exploring the town’s manga heritage.

Participants can purchase a ticket booklet that includes a guide to participating restaurants, each offering a special dish or drink crafted with local ingredients and inspired by Taniguchi’s work. By strolling from one venue to another, guests can savor the story of A Distant Neighborhood through taste, conversation, and atmosphere.

• Sales & Validity Period: November 1 – December 31, 2025
• Price: ¥6,000 (tax included, per adult or child)
• Ticket Sales Location: Coup! la Café (2571 Higashinakamachi, Kurayoshi, Tottori Prefecture)
• Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Closed: Thursdays
• Supported Languages: Japanese / English / French

This is a sensory “journey through time and flavor,” following the traces of A Distant Neighborhood and the 2010 film adaptation Quartier Lointain.

Inquiries

• Planning & Operation: Meitetsu World Travel, Inc. (Shinjuku Branch)
• Phone: +81-3-3343-0631
• Email: koichi.ito@mwt.co.jp
• Contact Person: Koichi Ito

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Reallusion introduces iClone Video Mocap, an AI motion capture service that turns ordinary videos into precise, editable 3D motions, right inside iClone. This new solution streamlines motion creation for filmmakers, game developers, and creators seeking natural, production-ready animation without the need for mocap hardware or costly subscriptions.

Precise AI Mocap from Any Video

By partnering with Quickmagic, Reallusion brings one of the most accurate and widely adopted AI mocap solutions on the market. With iClone Video Mocap, creators can instantly convert any video — whether it’s a YouTube clip, a movie scene, or even a quick phone recording — into precise, editable 3D motion data that is ready to apply to any 3D character. This is all made possible with Quickmagic’s advanced AI engine, which analyzes 2D footage, reconstructs 3D motion to deliver stable, lifelike animations.

Recreate Group Actions to Talking Scenes

From high-energy choreography to intimate conversations, iClone Video Mocap gives users precise control over every capture. Visually trim clips and define the detection range to match the performance you need. For multi-actor footage, simply duplicate the task for each performer and separate the detections to ensure clean, accurate motion for every single character.

The system adapts to a variety of performance, from full-body movement to upper-body gestures with detailed finger tracking. Paired with iClone’s AccuFACE and LIVE FACE, it transforms any talking clip into a fully synchronized facial-and-body performance with lifelike realism.

Motion Editing Adds Core Support

While AI mocap can capture realistic movement, it also introduces common issues like foot sliding, depth misalignment, or unnatural twists. Most tools require exporting the data to another 3D editor for cleanup, adding extra steps to the process. With iClone Video Mocap, all fixes can be done directly inside iClone. Animators can correct motion offsets, smooth out jitters, and fine-tune details right in the timeline using tools like Foot Contact, Auto Motion Alignment, Curve Editor, and Reach Target.

Once a motion is generated, the reference video automatically loads in the viewport as a 2D background, letting you compare their animation with the original footage in real time.

Reallusion also provides over 35 professional mocap tutorials, helping users quickly master motion refinement and achieve production-quality results — all without leaving iClone.

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iClone Video Mocap expands the creative reach of Reallusion’s character ecosystem. AccuRIG offers a quick way to animate freshly rigged characters with personalized motions. For ActorCore users, it’s the perfect add-on, enabling unique performances that complement existing motion packs.

With Auto Retargeting, generated motions can be instantly adapted to characters of different body types with precise fitting, ensuring consistency and accuracy across diverse models.

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iClone Video Mocap is built to fit the needs of both indie creators and professional studios, offering a flexible, cost-efficient, and production-level approach to motion capture. For indie creators, it removes the need for expensive mocap suits or studio rentals — just record with your phone and start animating right away. For production houses, it supports a hybrid workflow for quick shots or background actions while reserving traditional mocap for large, complex scenes. The precise motion data makes it easy to integrate with existing pipelines, boosting efficiency without sacrificing quality. From solo artists to full teams, iClone Video Mocap adapts to any workflow with ease.

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Each upload can be up to 60 seconds long, and you can process up to 10 videos simultaneously, making it a fast, scalable solution for both individual artists and production teams. This on-demand model is both affordable and flexible.

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iClone Video Mocap marks a new chapter in Reallusion’s AI production ecosystem, combining intuitive AI automation with iClone’s precision motion tools. Creators can now generate, refine, and apply realistic motion entirely within one platform, redefining how animation is made.