SYDNEY, Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Smartee Denti-Technology, a global leader in innovative clear aligner solutions, has officially launched its clear aligner products for children and teenagers in Australia. The product lines include Smartee Kinder and Smartee Teen, are designed to address the unique orthodontic challenges of growing patients at different developmental stages.

Market Insights: Pediatric Orthodontics in Australia

In Australia, pediatric orthodontic care is delivered through three main practitioner groups: orthodontic specialists, pediatric dentists, and general practitioners (GPs). Orthodontic specialists provide full Phase I and Phase II treatments, pediatric dentists often support growth monitoring and early intervention, while GPs play a key role in consultation, screening, and in many cases provide interceptive treatment as part of comprehensive family care. Together, these practitioners form a collaborative network that supports children’s oral health at every stage.

Comprehensive Solutions for Early Orthodontics

Smartee Kinder combines clear aligners, myofunctional trainers, and functional appliances to guide proper tongue posture, encourage healthy breathing, and support dental development during peak growth periods. These integrated tools address both the symptoms and underlying causes of malocclusion.

Building on this foundation, Smartee Teen introduces a Five-Year Management Program with flexible treatment pause up to two times, unlimited refinements to ensure predictable outcomes, and advanced Mandibular Advancement Technology designed to effectively treat skeletal Class II malocclusions in late mixed dentition or early permanent dentition.

An Engaging Approach with Disney-Licensed Designs

Smartee Kinder and Teen are Disney officially licensed orthodontic product series featuring beloved Disney characters, turning orthodontic care into a fun adventure that boosts patients’ compliance and eases treatment anxiety.

Clinics are already witnessing the positive impact of Smartee’s approach. Dr. Gareth Ho, an orthodontist and pediatric specialist at ACAOO, highlights the synergy between Smartee’s materials and his clinic’s educational goals: “The Disney IP fits perfectly with our clinic kids-friendly interior design. Little patients are very receptive to oral health education. The patients were very excited when they got the beautiful gift boxes. The parents took lots of photos to mark the special event.”

Dr. Angela Zhang, founder of Aglow Dental Group, reports a measurable increase in patient engagement: “Incorporating Disney-themed elements into our marketing has helped boost engagement and attract more clients. At Aglow, we’ve seen approximately a 50% increase in new patient inquiries during campaigns featuring Disney-themed content.”

A New Chapter for Pediatric Orthodontics in Australia

By integrating clinical precision, long-term management, and engaging designs, Smartee is setting a new standard for pediatric orthodontics. With the introduction of Smartee Kinder and Smartee Teen in Australia, clinicians and families now have access to a comprehensive ecosystem designed to foster healthy dental and jaw growth, ensure lasting smiles, and provide a positive treatment experience.

To learn more about Smartee’s pediatric orthodontic solutions and how they can support your clinical practice, visit: www.smarteealigners.com

The first release in the series, Exploration No.1, is finished in hand-selected rum casks for an evocative whisky that harnesses a taste of adventure

ROTHES, Scotland, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Glen Grant introduces Exploration No. 1, the first release in a limited-edition series of single malt Scotch whiskies to be released every other year celebrating the distillery’s explorative heritage. Finished in rum casks, Exploration No.1 is a sumptuous whisky with a depth of sweetness and the vibrancy of tropical fruits from the selected cask finish. This meticulously crafted Speyside single malt Scotch whisky paves the way for the next expressions in the Exploration Series. Each new release will explore the unique flavours imparted from different cask finishes sourced from around the world, offering a fresh perspective on The Glen Grant’s singular character.

Celebrating The Glen Grant’s explorative heritage, Exploration No.1 is the first release in a limited-edition series of single malt whiskies.

The Exploration Series draws inspiration from the visionary spirit of James ‘The Major’ Grant, the distillery’s eccentric and adventurous forefather. Known for his passion for discovery, ‘The Major’ travelled far and wide in his worldly quest to uncover flavours that would inspire the singular character for The Glen Grant. Elevating the vibrancy of the Glen Grant’s delicately aromatic spirit defined by a fruity character, the finishes on these limited-release whiskies tell a story of rich layers of flavour, influenced by the specific cask selection.

Exploration No. 1

Made and bottled at The Glen Grant in Rothes, Scotland, the process for creating Exploration No. 1 begins with distillation in The Glen Grant’s custom-designed stills and purifiers, which results in a unique flavour profile. It is then aged in traditional stone dunnage warehouses using ex-bourbon barrels, then finished in exquisite rum casks for added depth and complexity before being bottled on-site at 48% ABV. Bright amber like the Caribbean sun, the whisky offers aromas defined by the rich fruity sweetness of berries, oranges, and ripe banana.  With warming spices on the palate, the taste is guided by vanilla vibrancy and tropical notes whilst the finish is long, creamy with a hint of fresh pineapple.

“To this day at The Glen Grant, we strive to evoke these same characteristics in the making of our scotch just as The Major was explorative in his travels and visionary with his whiskies,” said Greig Stables, Master Distiller. “Each release in the Exploration Series has been an opportunity for us to experiment with distillation, finishes and flavour profiles. I’m very excited to launch the series with Exploration No. 1, a vivid expression that is best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water.”

“In the past several years I’ve developed a real love and admiration for aged rums, and an understanding of just how deep and rich the flavours of rum can be,” says Greig Stables, Master Distiller at the Glen Grant.  “This experience inspired us to explore the impact of a rum finish on the distinctive fruity character of The Glen Grant.  What we found was the amplification of the flavours, bringing a vibrant topicality to the fruity foundations of our spirit.”

He continues, “At The Glen Grant, we strive to honour ‘The Major’s’ legacy, by embracing his spirit of exploration in the making of our whisky and in our innovation philosophy. Like Exploration No. 1, each release in the upcoming series will be an opportunity for us to experiment with distillation, finishes and flavour profiles. I’m very excited to share these new expressions with our community.”

Availability

The Glen Grant Exploration No. 1 launches globally in retail channels in select markets this month following an initial release in global travel retail destinations across Asia-Pacific at an RSP of $120 USD.

For more information, please visit us at our website or follow us on Instagram @theglengrant.

ABOUT THE GLEN GRANT

Brothers James and John Grant built The Glen Grant in 1840 as the first distillery in the town of Rothes in Speyside. They left a legacy of ingenuity by engineering the first northern railroad and introducing electric light to both the distillery and the entire town. In 1872, heir James ‘The Major’ Grant, a charismatic innovator and adventurous traveller, inherited the business. Through his intrepid journeys to destinations around the world, he made inspiring discoveries which led to the creation of his sprawling Garden of Splendours, the only distillery garden of its kind in Scotland. Inspired by his splendid garden, he envisioned a distinctive single malt, engineering tall, slender pot stills combined with unique water-cooling purifiers to create the evocative flavour profile that defines The Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky to this day.

Now, it is Master Distiller Greig Stables and his team of passionate whisky-makers who carry forward the rich legacy of The Glen Grant, following in the footsteps of predecessor Dennis Malcolm OBE, one of the longest-serving distillers in Scotland. The expert distilling team crafts each whisky from barley to bottle entirely on the distillery grounds, maintaining the distinct character of the Glen Grant whiskies and ensuring the utmost quality.

ABOUT CAMPARI GROUP

Campari Group is a major player in the global spirits industry, with a portfolio of over 50 premium and super premium brands, including Aperol, Campari, SKYY, Grand Marnier, Espolòn, Courvoisier, Wild Turkey and Appleton Estate.

For more information: http://www.camparigroup.com/en. Please enjoy our brands responsibly.

The Glen Grant’s Exploration No.1 is finished in hand-selected rum casks and delivers an evocative whisky that harnesses a taste of adventure.

Highlights:

• SimCorp launches SimCorp Alternatives, a comprehensive offering designed to serve the needs of all alternative investment firms. It builds on SimCorp’s existing alternatives offering, already trusted by some of the world’s largest asset owners.
• SimCorp acquires full ownership of the cloud native, alternative investment software provider Domos FS. The acquisition will increase alternative investment AUM managed on SimCorp’s platform to over EUR 6 trillion.
  
• Next milestone in developing the comprehensive buy-side offering of Deutsche Börse Group, which is the parent company of SimCorp.

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, LONDON and PARIS, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SimCorp, a leading global financial technology company and a subsidiary of Deutsche Börse Group, today announced the introduction of SimCorp Alternatives. This offering is designed to serve the needs of all alternative investment firms and builds on the strong success of SimCorp’s Alternative Investment module.

SimCorp Alternatives

Trusted by some of the world’s leading private market allocators, SimCorp’s existing alternative investment capabilities empower asset owners to gain a total portfolio view across both public and private market assets on the integrated platform SimCorp One.

SimCorp Alternatives extends the existing capabilities to also allow General Partners (GPs), fund administrators, Alternative Investment Fund Managers (AIFMs), Management Companies (ManCos) and depositories to automate operational processes, regulatory reporting and consolidate data for the entire lifecycle of their private equity, private debt, real estate and infrastructure investments on a fully integrated solution.

“For over 50 years, SimCorp has helped the world’s largest asset managers and asset owners simplify and scale their investment business,” said Peter Sanderson, Chief Executive Officer, SimCorp. “The introduction of SimCorp Alternatives empowers our clients to transform their private market investments through automation, AI and cloud-native technology. SimCorp Alternatives further strengthens our position as a leading provider of integrated investment management solutions.”

Tapping into fast-growing market segment

Industry wide, private market assets are projected to grow at more than double the rate of public market assets and are set to reach up to USD 65 trillion by 2032¹.

In recent years, many large asset management groups have expanded their alternative investment offerings through acquisitions² and broadened access to private capital funds. However, many of the asset managers who have historically focused on equities, bonds and derivatives – and are moving into the alternatives space – are constrained by legacy tech and point solutions that cannot integrate the requirements of private capital funds, often paying high fees for minimal automation.

“SimCorp Alternatives expands our addressable market by building on our existing extensive capabilities to also serve the needs of general partners and other private capital managers and service providers,” said Oliver Johnson, Chief Revenue Officer, SimCorp. “At the same time, SimCorp Alternatives strengthens our value proposition for existing clients, who are active in alternative assets through a GP arm, direct investments, or co-investments by enabling them to streamline and scale their alternative investments with integrated, cloud-native software.” SimCorp Alternatives is available as either a standalone solution or integrated within SimCorp One. Its introduction marks another step forward in the development of the comprehensive buy-side offering of SimCorp’s parent company Deutsche Börse Group, reflecting the increasing importance of the buy-side in financial markets and the trend of outsourcing investment operations to central service providers.

SimCorp acquires Domos FS

As part of introducing SimCorp Alternatives, SimCorp has acquired 100 percent ownership in Paris-based Domos FS, a leading software provider specializing in alternative investments, effective immediately. With this step, SimCorp and Deutsche Börse are further strengthening their ecosystem for the buy side, especially in Europe and France.

“We are thrilled to join forces with SimCorp and build on our long-standing partnership,” said Arnaud Vinciguerra, Founder and CEO, Domos FS. “This acquisition is a strong endorsement of the alternative investment market’s momentum and the strength of the Domos platform. Our clients require technology choices that are future-proof. Together with SimCorp, we will continue investing in innovation, as they have consistently done for over 50 years.”

SimCorp acquired a minority stake in Domos in 2021³, adding it to its partner ecosystem⁴. The partnership has enabled SimCorp to provide a complete solution for its clients active as both Limited Partners (LPs) and GPs, paving the way for seamless integration and quick time to value for clients. 

Facts about Domos FS

• Domos provides a state-of-the-art, cloud native Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform that empowers General Partners and service providers to automate critical workflows across portfolio management, fund accounting and investor relations.
• Domos’ solutions cover portfolio & risk management, regulatory reporting, investor relations & operations, ESG and fund accounting.
• The Regulatory Reporting module automates the creation and submission of mandatory reports to the appropriate authorities, ensuring timely and accurate compliance with regulatory authorities.
• The Investor Portal is a sophisticated platform designed to provide Limited Partners with a centralized hub for investment, legal, and marketing information for alternative investment funds.
• Domos FS was founded in 2013 by Arnaud Vinciguerra (CEO), Fanny Metz (Head of Professional Services), Benoît Moulin (Head of Sales) and Philippe Jovenin (Chief Technology Officer).
• Domos won Regulatory & Compliance Technology of the Year at the Private Equity Wire EU Awards 2025⁵.

To learn more about how SimCorp can help simplify and scale your investment business, visit our website.

About SimCorp

SimCorp is a provider of industry-leading integrated investment management solutions for the global buy side.

Founded in 1971, with more than 3,500 employees across five continents, SimCorp is a truly global technology leader that empowers more than half of the world’s top 100 financial companies through its integrated platform, services, and partner ecosystem. 

SimCorp is a subsidiary of Deutsche Börse Group. As of 2024, SimCorp includes Axioma, the leading provider of risk management and portfolio optimization solutions for the global buy side.

About Domos FS

Domos FS is a leading software provider specialized in the management of Alternative funds investing in non-listed assets i.e. private equity, real estate, infrastructure, debt and fund-of-funds. Its SaaS platform, called Domos, is designed to support alternative investment fund managers and their service providers – especially third party AIFMs, fund administrators and depositaries – in the streamlining of their processes, operations, and reporting.

Media Contact: Søren Rathlou Top, Global PR Manager at SimCorp, +45 31 15 87 06, Soren.R.Top@simcorp.com

The first release in the series, Exploration No.1, is finished in hand-selected rum casks for an evocative whisky that harnesses a taste of adventure

ROTHES, Scotland, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Glen Grant introduces Exploration No. 1, the first release in a limited-edition series of single malt Scotch whiskies to be released every other year celebrating the distillery’s explorative heritage. Finished in rum casks, Exploration No.1 is a sumptuous whisky with a depth of sweetness and the vibrancy of tropical fruits from the selected cask finish. This meticulously crafted Speyside single malt Scotch whisky paves the way for the next expressions in the Exploration Series. Each new release will explore the unique flavours imparted from different cask finishes sourced from around the world, offering a fresh perspective on The Glen Grant’s singular character.

Celebrating The Glen Grant’s explorative heritage, Exploration No.1 is the first release in a limited-edition series of single malt whiskies.

The Exploration Series draws inspiration from the visionary spirit of James ‘The Major’ Grant, the distillery’s eccentric and adventurous forefather. Known for his passion for discovery, ‘The Major’ travelled far and wide in his worldly quest to uncover flavours that would inspire the singular character for The Glen Grant. Elevating the vibrancy of the Glen Grant’s delicately aromatic spirit defined by a fruity character, the finishes on these limited-release whiskies tell a story of rich layers of flavour, influenced by the specific cask selection.

Exploration No. 1

Made and bottled at The Glen Grant in Rothes, Scotland, the process for creating Exploration No. 1 begins with distillation in The Glen Grant’s custom-designed stills and purifiers, which results in a unique flavour profile. It is then aged in traditional stone dunnage warehouses using ex-bourbon barrels, then finished in exquisite rum casks for added depth and complexity before being bottled on-site at 48% ABV. Bright amber like the Caribbean sun, the whisky offers aromas defined by the rich fruity sweetness of berries, oranges, and ripe banana.  With warming spices on the palate, the taste is guided by vanilla vibrancy and tropical notes whilst the finish is long, creamy with a hint of fresh pineapple.

“To this day at The Glen Grant, we strive to evoke these same characteristics in the making of our scotch just as The Major was explorative in his travels and visionary with his whiskies,” said Greig Stables, Master Distiller. “Each release in the Exploration Series has been an opportunity for us to experiment with distillation, finishes and flavour profiles. I’m very excited to launch the series with Exploration No. 1, a vivid expression that is best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water.”

“In the past several years I’ve developed a real love and admiration for aged rums, and an understanding of just how deep and rich the flavours of rum can be,” says Greig Stables, Master Distiller at the Glen Grant.  “This experience inspired us to explore the impact of a rum finish on the distinctive fruity character of The Glen Grant.  What we found was the amplification of the flavours, bringing a vibrant topicality to the fruity foundations of our spirit.”

He continues, “At The Glen Grant, we strive to honour ‘The Major’s’ legacy, by embracing his spirit of exploration in the making of our whisky and in our innovation philosophy. Like Exploration No. 1, each release in the upcoming series will be an opportunity for us to experiment with distillation, finishes and flavour profiles. I’m very excited to share these new expressions with our community.”

Availability

The Glen Grant Exploration No. 1 launches globally in retail channels in select markets this month following an initial release in global travel retail destinations across Asia-Pacific at an RSP of $120 USD.

For more information, please visit us at our website or follow us on Instagram @theglengrant.

ABOUT THE GLEN GRANT

Brothers James and John Grant built The Glen Grant in 1840 as the first distillery in the town of Rothes in Speyside. They left a legacy of ingenuity by engineering the first northern railroad and introducing electric light to both the distillery and the entire town. In 1872, heir James ‘The Major’ Grant, a charismatic innovator and adventurous traveller, inherited the business. Through his intrepid journeys to destinations around the world, he made inspiring discoveries which led to the creation of his sprawling Garden of Splendours, the only distillery garden of its kind in Scotland. Inspired by his splendid garden, he envisioned a distinctive single malt, engineering tall, slender pot stills combined with unique water-cooling purifiers to create the evocative flavour profile that defines The Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky to this day.

Now, it is Master Distiller Greig Stables and his team of passionate whisky-makers who carry forward the rich legacy of The Glen Grant, following in the footsteps of predecessor Dennis Malcolm OBE, one of the longest-serving distillers in Scotland. The expert distilling team crafts each whisky from barley to bottle entirely on the distillery grounds, maintaining the distinct character of the Glen Grant whiskies and ensuring the utmost quality.

ABOUT CAMPARI GROUP

Campari Group is a major player in the global spirits industry, with a portfolio of over 50 premium and super premium brands, including Aperol, Campari, SKYY, Grand Marnier, Espolòn, Courvoisier, Wild Turkey and Appleton Estate.

For more information: http://www.camparigroup.com/en. Please enjoy our brands responsibly.

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The Glen Grant’s Exploration No.1 is finished in hand-selected rum casks and delivers an evocative whisky that harnesses a taste of adventure.

TAIPEI, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Semiconductor and electronics supply chains are undergoing a major transformation, driven by the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI), changing market leadership, and global supply chain relocation, according to DIGITIMES.

DIGITIMES vice president Eric Huang highlighted the shift in global industry power before and after the generative AI boom. In 2018, five technology companies ranked among the world’s top ten by market capitalization. By mid-2025, nine of the top ten are technology firms. These firms all involve semiconductor, including semiconductor leaders Nvidia, Broadcom, and TSMC(2330.TW), and tech giants Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, and Tesla, which integrate both software and hardware, and design their own chips.

Huang pointed to Taiwan and China’s changing roles in contract manufacturing. In 2018, Taiwanese firms accounted for 78% of revenue among top original design manufacturers (ODMs) and electronics manufacturing services (EMS) companies, while China’s share stood at 6.4%. By 2024, Taiwan’s share fell to 65% as Chinese suppliers expanded to 22%, fueled by consumer electronics orders. In early 2025, however, Taiwan’s share rebounded to 70%, driven by rising demand for AI servers from hyperscalers and Nvidia.

In the semiconductor sector, fabless companies have gained ground. Nvidia’s chip revenue reached US$72 billion in 2024, giving it a 12% global share. TSMC remains the largest semiconductor company by revenue, with a 55% share in the global foundry market. Chinese foundries such as SMIC and Huahong are growing, with compound annual growth rates (CAGR) of 17.6% and 12.3% respectively, though they remain behind in advanced logic processes.

Huang described three “battlefields” shaping the technology landscape: supply chain relocation under the US-China rivalry, cloud and AI infrastructure, and edge AI. The first reflects a division of production capacity along geopolitical lines. Many firms have adopted “China+1” strategies, relocating assembly to Vietnam, India, and Mexico.

The second battlefield is the cloud. Nvidia’s GPUs have overtaken Intel’s Xeon CPUs and AMD’s processors as the dominant platform for AI workloads. DIGITIMES forecasts AI servers will account for 12% of global server shipments this year, with high-end AI systems growing 44% annually to 1 million units. TSMC’s AI accelerator chip revenue is expected to grow at a 45% annual rate through 2029, reaching US$86.5 billion.

The third battlefield, edge AI, is expanding into devices such as PCs, AI workstations, smartphones, smart appliances, and industrial equipment. Huang predicted Chinese manufacturers will dominate consumer electronics-based edge AI, while Taiwanese suppliers will focus on data security and enterprise-oriented devices, such as computing and network devices.

Global server EMS shifts toward the US, but Asia remains the backbone of AI server supply chains

DIGITIMES analyst Yen Chou added that global server EMS production is rapidly changing, but reliance on Asia remains. Taiwanese firms, including Foxconn, Quanta, Wistron, Inventec, and Mitac, have expanded facilities in Texas, California, and Tennessee. These US plants, however, still depend heavily on components from Asia, like Taiwan, China, Malaysia, and Vietnam.

Chou said most AI servers using Nvidia’s H200 GPUs undergo critical assembly processes in Taiwan, though US capacity is rising. Even with TSMC’s Arizona fabs and Amkor’s fabs, advanced packaging will not be available before 2027, requiring GPUs to be shipped back to Taiwan for final processing. This creates a continued US trade deficit with Taiwan in the near term.

Meanwhile, Chinese suppliers remain embedded in US supply chains, providing printed circuit boards, casings, and mechanical parts. Chou noted that imports from Chinese and Vietnamese plants surged earlier this year following new US duties on steel and aluminum.

However, since June 2025, there has been a noticeable increase in the export of mechanical components from Vietnam and Malaysia to the US. Whether this shift represents a long-term trend remains to be checked in the future.

Huang and Chou agreed that the global technology market is increasingly segmented into three blocs: the US, China, and the rest of the world. While AI accelerators and cloud infrastructure are driving Taiwan’s resurgence in manufacturing, China is positioned to capture growth in consumer-focused edge AI.

Semiconductor Supply Chain 2025+ Webinar 
The developments outlined above will be examined in greater depth during the upcoming Semiconductor Supply Chain 2025+ Seminar, hosted by DIGITIMES. Senior executive & analyst will provide further perspectives on how artificial intelligence, geopolitical realignments, and manufacturing shifts are reshaping the global supply chains.

Date: September 26 at 08:00 (GMT+8) / September 25 at 20:00 (ET) / 17:00 (PT)

For further information and registration, please visit: Semiconductor Supply Chain 2025+