PERTH, Australia, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Galan Lithium Limited (ASX: GLN) (“Galan” or “the Company“) is pleased to advise that the Comite Evaluador de Proyectos RIGI, responsible for awarding the Argentine Government’s Régimen de Incentivo para Grandes Inversiones (the incentive regime for large-scale investments referred to as the “RIGI“), has approved the RIGI for Galan’s flagship Hombre Muerto West (“HMW”) Project in Catamarca Province, Argentina. Galan now expects to receive official approvals relating to the RIGI in due course.
The RIGI is a landmark investment framework introduced as part of the Government of Argentina’s new economic reform agenda, aimed at encouraging large-scale investment in key sectors, including mining. The RIGI provides long-term certainty on tax and foreign exchange regulations, as well as streamlined permitting, both critical enablers for project financing, efficient construction and operation of the HMW Project over its multi-decade life.
HMW will be only the sixth project to receive the RIGI approval in Argentina and the second in the mining sector, following the recent award to Rio Tinto’s Rincon project.
Managing Director, Juan Pablo (“JP”) Vargas de la Vega, commented:
“This is a major milestone for Galan that will further strengthen HMW’s global competitive position as a future low-cost producer. The RIGI will provide a strategic advantage to Galan and will unlock meaningful long-term value for the people of Catamarca and our shareholders.
The RIGI delivers fiscal stability and operational certainty over the long-term, key requirements for major project financing and execution. It also signals strong alignment between Galan and the Argentine government’s broader vision of accelerating lithium production and economic development.
Galan sincerely thanks the Government of Argentina and the Province of Catamarca for endorsing HMW for official approvals under the RIGI which further substantiates HMW as a significant project in Argentina and globally.”
Key Benefits of the RIGI for the HMW project:
Reduced Corporate Income Tax: a significant 10% reduction in corporate income tax rate to 25%.
Fiscal Stability: Certainty around income tax, royalties, and export duties for 30 years.
Foreign Exchange: Preferential access to currency markets for imports and dividend repatriation.
Customs & Tariff Exemptions: Reduced barriers for importing critical equipment and materials.
Accelerated Depreciation: Improved cash flow through tax-effective project development.
About Hombre Muerto West
HMW is a multi-decade, lithium brine project in Argentina with compelling economics. Phase 1 provides for a 4ktpa LCE operation, producing a 6% LiCl concentrate product over a projected 40-year life (1). Galan expects first Phase 1 production in H1 2026 and has secured an offtake agreement for 45,000 t LCE of production. Beyond Phase 1, the Company will undertake a phased scaling approach, eventually ramping up to 60ktpa at the conclusion of Phase 4. This approach mitigates funding and execution risk and will allow for continuous process improvement.
With a world class resource and a cost profile within the first quartile globally, HMW is a clear demonstration of the benefits of a high-quality lithium brine asset. These benefits are allowing Galan to progress through development and into production with a lower capital intensity and lower risk profile when compared to hard rock lithium (spodumene) projects.
As importantly, lithium chloride is a key component for lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, which have become the dominant battery product globally. With the ability to be cost effectively converted into a lithium dihydrogen phosphate or lithium carbonate, lithium chloride, as will be produced at HMW, is an ideal source for LFP batteries.
The Galan Board has authorised this release.
Please refer to the Mineral Resource Statement for Galan’s Total Resources of 9.5Mt LCE.
(1) Please refer to the announcement dated 3 July 2023 (ASX: Phase 1 of Hombre Muerto West (DFS Delivers Compelling Economic Results for Accelerated Production)). The Company confirms that all material assumptions underpinning the production target continue to apply and have not materially changed.
Galan Lithium Limited (ASX: GLN) is an ASX-listed lithium exploration and development business. Galan’s flagship assets comprise two world-class lithium brine projects, HMW and Candelas, located on the Hombre Muerto Salar in Argentina, within South America’s ‘lithium triangle’. Hombre Muerto is proven to host lithium brine deposition of the highest grade and lowest impurity levels within Argentina. It is home to the established El Fenix lithium operation, Sal de Vida (both projects are owned by Rio Tinto following its successful acquisition of Arcadium Lithium). Galan also has exploration licences at Greenbushes South in Western Australia, just south of the Tier 1 Greenbushes Lithium Mine.
STAMFORD, Conn., July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Automate, a leader in smart shading solutions, proudly announces the launch of Push PRO, its first smart remote for shades with built in offline automation. Push PRO delivers a seamless and intuitive way to control motorized shades, offering advanced automation features without requiring an internet connection.
As energy costs rise, homeowners are looking for smarter ways to manage heat and light. Push PRO’s automated scheduling helps reduce energy consumption, making homes more efficient without relying on Wi-Fi or apps. The personalized naming functionality eliminates the guesswork by enabling users to assign specific names to individual shades or groups, ensuring a more intuitive and efficient control experience.
With over 60% of homeowners now integrating smart home tech, Push PRO is designed to seamlessly fit into modern smart homes, providing a convenient and efficient way to manage shading solutions.
“Consumers want simplicity without sacrificing smart features. Push PRO is a leap forward-giving users’ ultimate control over their shades while staying completely offline. This is the future of smart shading,” said Jonny Matuichuk Senior Product Manager, Automate at Rollease Acmeda. “With features like personalized shade naming, offline scheduling, and installer-friendly setup, Push PRO is designed to enhance both user convenience and professional installation efficiency.”
Push PRO’s on-screen prompts simplify setup, guiding users through configuration with ease. Users can adjust shade modes including motor speed and favorite positioning, with just a few taps. Additionally, Installer Mode provides professionals with the ability to pair shades, set limits, and lock settings before completing the handover. Designed for optimal visibility and accessibility, the 2.4-inch LCD display features an optional dark mode and smart wake function for instant access, helping with readability any time of day when backlit. Push PRO is powered by a long-lasting rechargeable battery, delivering up to six months of use on a single charge, with a fast USB-C recharge in just two hours.
Push PRO is also the perfect master remote for the home, allowing users to conveniently control multiple shades across the entire home. For more precise, room-based control, it can be complemented with Automate Push series’ single-channel or five-channel remotes, enabling users to manage individual shades when needed while maintaining overall home automation.
With its sleek design, powerful automation features, and intuitive user experience, Push PRO completes the Automate Push Series, providing a tailored solution for every shade control need.
Push PRO is now available through authorized Automate retailers and partners. For more information, visit automateshades.com.
About Rollease Acmeda
Rollease Acmeda innovates, designs and manufactures window covering hardware systems and specialty fabrics for manual and automated shade solutions used in both commercial and residential applications. We have a global team of close to 300 associates, with eight distribution facilities across the United States, Mexico, Australia, and New Zealand, shipping to dozens of countries worldwide. Our brands include Automate smart shading solutions, Zipscreen outdoor shades, Texstyle specialty fabrics, and Rollease Acmeda indoor and outdoor hardware systems and solutions.
About JM Family Enterprises
JM Family Enterprises, Inc. was founded by automotive legend, Jim Moran in 1968. It is a privately held company with $22.8 billion in revenue and more than 5,000 associates. Rooted in automotive and united in its strong culture and core values, JM Family is in the business of helping other businesses succeed. As a long-term partner, it is invested in its companies, associates and its communities. Driven by exceptional performance, current subsidiaries are in the automotive, financial services, franchising and specialty distribution industries. Its family of companies includes: Southeast Toyota Distributors, JM&A Group, World Omni Financial Corp. (dba Southeast Toyota Finance), JM Lexus, Home Franchise Concepts®, Futura Title & Escrow and Rollease Acmeda. Interact with JM Family on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
BEIJING, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Weihai, a coastal city in east China’sShandong Province, has maintained its leading position in ecological environment quality across the province for the third consecutive year, demonstrating its firm commitment to green development.
In 2024, it topped Shandong in both overall ambient air quality and improvement rate, with key indicators, such as PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations, and excellent air quality days, all showing strong performance.
Water quality indicators were equally impressive. All 13 key rivers and 12 urban centralized drinking water sources met required standards.
Soil remediation efforts also yielded consistent results. The city also maintained a 100 percent safe utilization rate for contaminated farmland and key construction land for five straight years.
Weihai continues to deepen its pollution control efforts through comprehensive initiatives targeting blue skies, clean waters, and coastal ecosystems.
As a national pilot city for advancing climate adaptation, Weihai established a dedicated working group and actively advancing the modernization of its climate governance, said Wang Xihai, a researcher at the Weihai Municipal Ecology and Environment Bureau.
Currently, the city’s four Eco-environment Oriented Development (EOD) projects, with a total investment of 6.4 billion yuan, have been included in the provincial green finance project pool.
Looking ahead, Weihai plans to roll out additional EOD projects, aiming to further align high-level environmental protection with high-quality economic growth.
HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 July 2024 – From August 7-9, 2025, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 – The biggest international F&B exhibition in Vietnam will officially take place at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) – 799 Nguyen Van Linh, Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 has a scaled up to 1,400 booths featuring 1,000 enterprises from 20 countries and territories, opening opportunities for investment promotion and enhancing sustainable trade cooperation.
At this exhibition, VINEXAD Company, the organiser, serves as a crucial bridge, connecting domestic and international brands, enabling them to showcase superior, market-competitive products.
Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 is projected to host more than 30,000 professional visitors, alongside thousands of attendees to explore and experience.
F&B Vietnam – The potential market for foreign businesses
In recent years, rising living standards have led Vietnamese consumers to prioritise self-care and indulgence, promoting strong growth in the food and beverage (F&B) industry.
According to ipos.vn, the revenue of the F&B industry in Vietnam in 2024 reached about VND688.8 trillion, an increase of 16.6 per cent compared to 2023 (equivalent to more than US$25 billion); with an average growth rate of 7-10 per cent/year in the period 2019-2024, F&B emerged as one of the economy’s vital sectors.
In addition to domestic F&B brands leading the market, foreign businesses also have ample room for expansion in the country, especially as Vietnam’s participation in numerous major trade agreements, help to reduce import taxes on food and F&B ingredients.
This significantly benefits domestic consumers, offering them opportunity to access quality imported products at reasonable prices, such as drinks sourced from Japan, Korea, Europe, alongside organic foods, confectionery, milk, processed meat and many other products.
According to Ipos.vn, Vietnam has the densest F&B market in Southeast Asia (1 store/300 people) with approximately 323,010 stores. A 2024 survey by Coc Coc reveals that, up to 32 per cent of consumers tend to eat at F&B restaurant chains whenever the need arises; notably Gen Z (18-26 years old) accounts for 58 per cent (Vietnam Demographic Report 2024, General Statistics Office).
Given this trend, Vietnam is considered a fertile land for the franchise model, contributing to the widespread proliferation of international branded restaurants, food and beverage chains.
However, to operate effectively, F&B businesses still have to import a large amount of raw materials such as milk, powder, bottled drinks, high-quality snacks, cheese, cold cuts, etc., requiring domestic distributors to seek international partners to provide high-quality products at reasonable prices.
Conversely, foreign businesses wishing to approach the Vietnamese F&B market also need to prioritise cooperation with reputable distributors with strong logistics capabilities.
To realise this, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 serves as the ideal platform for domestic and international businesses to connect, fostering long-term cooperation agreements and ensuring mutual benefits.
Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 – Opportunities for breakthrough and integration
With more than 1,400 booths from 1,000 businesses from 20 countries, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 – held at SECC, Ho Chi Minh City from August 7 to 9, 2025 – will not only bring together renowned industry brands but also serve as a crucial trade bridge, helping Vietnamese businesses to stay abreast of current trends, introduce technology and boost their momentum for future growth.
As the main sponsor of the event, Masan Group Corporation proudly stands at the forefront of Vietnam’s branded food and beverage industry, as well as high-tech agriculture. With a portfolio of iconic brands such as Chin-su, Omachi, Vinacafé, Nam Ngư, and WinEco, Masan continues to affirm their leadership and commitment to delivering high-quality products to Vietnamese consumers. Driven by a consumer-centric strategy, Masan is dedicated to elevating Vietnamese cuisine to the global stage under the vision “Make Vietnamese foods global foods.” At VietFoods & Beverage Event, WinEco (a member of Masan Group) will present a premium selection of organic and clean vegetables, certified by VietGAP and GlobalGAP standards – meeting both domestic and international market needs.
In addition, the Beverage Pavilion is sponsored by SABECO, HABECO, SUNTORY PEPSICO VIETNAM, bringing diversity to the Beverage segment.
As Vietnam’s largest international F&B exhibition, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 cannot miss the presence of famous brands, representing each segment in the industry.
In the Beverage segment, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 is a place that brings together creative and sustainable products with healthy beverage lines, drinks from organic ingredients, branded drinks associated with local elements – regional culinary identity, typically: Luong Gia, A & B Vietnam, Basilur, Bartex, Eastroc Vietnam, Lac Quan Vietnam, Luong Quoi, Rita, Risen Food Vietnam, Wonderful and Kingmao.
In the Processed Food segment, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 witnessed the rise of clean and safe convenient food, products applying AI and automation in processing, smart packaging products, extending expiry date without using preservatives.
This segment has the following brands: Masan, Tan Nhat Huong, Canh Dong Vang, Maspex Group, Gan Brother Foods, TH true food, Fine FT, Siam Organic Food, Dan On, Global Food and Want Want Vietnam. These companies are actively transitioning from ‘processing production’ to branded production and closed value chains.
In the context of the restructuring of the global supply chain, the Vietnam meat and frozen food segment is considered a potential growth market that has not yet been fully exploited.
At Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025, enterprises such as Allanasons, Agroeco, Al-ammar Frozen Foods, Al-sami agro, Cedrob Foods, Fair Exports, I. ahmed & company, Miratorg, Mir-kar, Rustam Foods, Houkubee…, represent the trend of internationalising supply sources, reflecting a strong shift in expanding production scale and enhancing the global presence of frozen food brands.
The participation of these companies not only promotes technological innovation in the industry but also creates opportunities for cooperation, improving product quality and diversifying consumption markets.
Packaging – Technology – Machinery is considered the backbone of the modern supply chain. Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 will feature brands with breakthroughs in automation, printing technology, smart packaging, helping to reduce costs, increase productivity, ensure food safety and meet export standards, with businesses such as: Yongsung System Vina, H9 International, Hawkins Cookers, Saigon Machinery and Automation, Nam Long Phat, QCM, Song Hiep Loi, Taebang Patec, Totai, Zrp Printing Vietnam, Mutto Vietnam.
Featured activities at Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025: Trade Connection and Experience
Not simply a product exhibition, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 is carefully invested by the organizer – VINEXAD Company to turn the event into a comprehensive ecosystem, where businesses, experts and consumers can share knowledge, update technology and connect for cooperation opportunities. The activities at this year’s exhibition have a large scale, with unique content and a series of highlights:
F&B Technical Seminar – “Leverage technology and artificial intelligence in food supply chain “ co-organised with FOOD AND FOODSTUFF ASSOCIATION OF HO CHI MINH CITY: The workshop focuses on advanced solutions in supply chain management such as AI demand forecasting, blockchain traceability, logistics process automation. Speakers are leading experts, representatives of food technology start-ups, helping businesses quickly update practical and feasible application tools.
Forum: “Leading EPR Transformation – Effective and Sustainable” co-organized with Viet Nam News and Law: Focusing on policies and roadmap for implementing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) – one of the mandatory requirements for manufacturing and packaging enterprises from 2025.
The forum is an opportunity for enterprises to better understand their legal obligations, and at the same time seek optimal solutions in handling discarded packaging, increasing recycling rates and designing environmentally friendly products.
Cooking Contest: Young chefs challenge – Culinary arena for young chefs of A-Au Vogu Corp and the Ho Chi Minh City College of Economics and Tourism: A professional playground for students and young chefs to demonstrate their skills in preparing meat dishes, combining traditional and creative elements. The contest is also an opportunity to introduce international standards on ingredients – processing – presentation.
Bartender Class – “Beer and soft drinks in cocktail mixing”: Short-term training program for young baristas and bartenders, exploring how to use beer and soft drinks as a foundation for creating new generation cocktails, learning recipes, and combining the art of mixing with modern consumer tastes.
Long Hau Industrial Tour: Meetings with companies which are operating in Industrial Zone: Representatives of businesses and senior managers will visit modern food processing factories in Long Hau Industrial Park (Long An), expanding cooperation and investment opportunities.
F&B Talk from exhibitors: Bringing the voice of exhibitors closer to customers and investors, sharing business practices – market research. The topic takes place throughout the Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 in the form of presentations and product demo.
VIP Buyer Program – Connections for commercialisation and investment: A program exclusively for potential customers with outstanding benefits such as: Support for two nights at the hotel for international buyers; Support for air tickets and hotels for large domestic buyers; Arrange 1:1 B2B business appointments according to buyers’ needs; Priority reception at the VIP Buyer Lounge; Free attendance at specialised seminars & workshops; Receive VIP gift sets and documents from the Organising Board.
In the strong integration flow, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 presents a “golden opportunity” for Vietnamese enterprises to reshape the value chain and elevate the standing of the food and beverage industry in both regional and international markets.
With featured activities and the presence of thousands of outstanding products in the F&B industry, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 solidifies its reputation as Vietnam’s largest specialised F&B exhibition. It serves as a vital bridge, enabling businesses to connect, trade, advance technology, innovate thinking, and go further together in the journey of building a modern – sustainable – global Vietnamese food industry.
Contact Information: Ms. Đào Thu Hà – Project Director Phone: +84 912 000 406 Email: daoha@vinexad.com.vn
– First participants with obesity or overweight with at least one weight-related comorbidity have been dosed in a U.S. 12-week Phase IIa study with once-monthly subcutaneous (SQ) depot formulation of small molecule GLP-1 receptoragonist ASC30.
– Ultra-long-acting SQ depot formulation of small molecule ASC30 demonstrated a 36-day half-life in participants with obesity in the Phase Ib study, supporting once monthly administration.
– Phase Ib study also demonstrated that compared to the trough concentration of ASC30 at Day 29, the ultra-long-acting SQ depot formulation showed a peak-to-trough ratio less than 2:1.
– Topline data from the 12-week Phase IIa study of ASC30 once-monthly SQ depot formulation are expected in the first quarter of 2026.
HONG KONG, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ascletis Pharma Inc. (HKEX: 1672, “Ascletis”) announces today that the first participants with obesity or overweight with at least one weight-related comorbidity have been dosed in its U.S. 12-week Phase IIa study with once-monthly subcutaneous (SQ) depot formulation of small molecule GLP-1 receptor (GLP-1R) agonist ASC30 for the treatment of obesity (NCT06679959).
In the completed U.S. Phase Ib single ascending dose (SAD) study, the ultra-long-acting SQ depot formulation of small molecule ASC30 demonstrated a 36-day half-life in participants with obesity, supporting once monthly administration (Press Release). Furthermore, the U.S. Phase Ib SAD study demonstrated that compared to the trough concentration of ASC30 at Day 29, the ultra-long-acting SQ depot formulation showed a peak-to-trough ratio less than 2:1. The proprietary SQ depot slow-release formulation of ASC30 was developed by Ascletis’ Ultra-Long-Acting Platform (ULAP). Utilizing this innovative platform, Ascletis has successfully designed and developed two small molecule SQ compounds for obesity with half-lives of 36 days (ASC30) and 40 days (ASC47) in participants with obesity. Ascletis’ ULAP technology does not have the limitations of albumin-dependent half-life extension technology, currently being applied to many incretins, which limits half-life extension to the half-life of albumin (approximately 20 days).
In order to achieve acceptable tolerability for SQ dosing of incretin drugs, the peak-to-trough ratio during the intended dosing interval should be equal to or less than 2:1. The peak-to-trough ratios of marketed semaglutide and tirzepatide are approximately 2:1 during their intended dosing interval. Achieving optimal tolerability of a once-monthly SQ incretin requires a half-life equal to or greater than the intended dosing interval. “A half-life less than the intended dosing interval will most likely result in a peak-to-trough ratio much greater than 2:1, negatively impacting tolerability. Among incretin drugs in clinical development or with market authorizations, ASC30 once-monthly SQ depot formulation is the only once-a-month incretin with a half-life greater than the intended dosing interval.” said Jinzi Jason Wu, Ph.D., Founder, Chairman and CEO of Ascletis.
The Phase IIa study of ASC30 once-monthly SQ depot formulation is a 12-week, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled and multi-center study to evaluate the safety, tolerability and efficacy in participants with obesity (body mass index (BMI) ≥ 30 kg/m2) or overweight (BMI ≥ 27 kg/m2 but < 30 kg/m2) with at least one weight-related comorbidity. The study consists of three cohorts of different doses, with a total of approximately 65 participants. Topline data are expected in the first quarter of 2026.
ASC30 was discovered and developed in-house at Ascletis as a first and only investigational small molecule GLP-1R biased agonist designed to be dosed once daily orally and once monthly subcutaneously for the treatment of obesity.
About ASC30
ASC30 is an investigational GLP-1R biased small molecule agonist and has unique and differentiated properties that enable the same small molecule for both oral tablet and subcutaneous injection administrations. ASC30 is a new chemical entity (NCE), with U.S. and global compound patent protection until 2044 without patent extensions.
About Ascletis Pharma Inc.
Ascletis Pharma Inc. is a fully integrated biotechnology company focused on the development and commercialization of potential best-in-class and first-in-class therapeutics to treat metabolic diseases. Utilizing its proprietary Artificial Intelligence-Assisted Structure-Based Drug Discovery (AISBDD) Platform and Ultra-Long-Acting Platform (ULAP), Ascletis has developed multiple drug candidates in-house, including its lead program, ASC30, a small molecule GLP-1R agonist in development as a once-daily oral tablet and once-monthly subcutaneous injection for weight management. Ascletis is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (1672.HK).
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., ROTTERDAM, Netherlands and SHANGHAI, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Harbour BioMed (the “Company”; HKEX: 02142), a global biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of novel antibody therapeutics in immunology and oncology, today announced a positive profit alert for the six months ended June 30, 2025 (the “Reporting Period”).
Based on a preliminary review of the Company’s unaudited management accounts for the Reporting Period, total profit is expected to range between US$68 million (equivalent to approximately HK$532 million) and US$74 million (equivalent to approximately HK$579 million).
The anticipated increase in profit is primarily attributable to:
Continuing strategic partnerships with leading global pharmaceutical companies, including the global strategic collaboration with AstraZeneca. – The Company has received gross proceeds totaling approximately US$175 million from the allotment and issuance of the subscription shares, as well as partial upfront, milestone, and option exercise fees.
Newly secured out-licensing and collaboration agreements for innovative products, which contributed significantly to revenue during the Reporting Period and are evolving into a normalized revenue stream of the Company.
Dr. Jingsong Wang, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Harbour BioMed, commented: “This anticipated improvement in profitability underscores the meaningful progress we’ve made in executing our strategic priorities. The performance reflects the strength of our diversified business model and our ability to translate scientific innovation into tangible value. We will continue to build on this momentum through innovation and high-impact collaborations to deliver sustainable growth.”
About Harbour BioMed
Harbour BioMed (HKEX: 02142) is a global biopharmaceutical company committed to the discovery and development of novel antibody therapeutics in immunology and oncology. The company is building a robust and differentiated pipeline through internal R&D capabilities, strategic global collaborations in co-discovery and co-development, and selective acquisitions.
Harbour BioMed’s proprietary antibody technology platform, Harbour Mice®, generates fully human monoclonal antibodies in both the conventional two heavy and two light chain (H2L2) format and the heavy chain-only (HCAb) format. Building upon HCAb antibodies, the HCAb-based immune cell engagers (HBICE®) bispecific antibody technology enables tumor-killing effects that traditional combination therapies cannot achieve. Additionally, the HCAb-based bispecific immune cell antagonist (HBICATM) technology empowers the development of innovative biologics for immunological and inflammatory diseases. By integrating Harbour Mice®, HBICE®, and HBICATM with a single B-cell cloning platform, Harbour BioMed has built a highly efficient and distinctive antibody discovery engine for developing next-generation therapeutic antibodies. For more information, please visit www.harbourbiomed.com.
Statement
The information contained in this press release is only a preliminary assessment by the Board based on the unaudited management accounts of the Company and its subsidiaries for the six months ended June 30, 2025 currently available to the Company, and is not based on any figures or information which have been reviewed or confirmed by the audit committee of the Board, or reviewed or audited by the auditors of the Company. The actual results for the six months ended June 30, 2025 may differ from those disclosed in this press release. As such, the above figures are strictly for information only and not for any other purposes.
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bossjob, Southeast Asia’s chat-based AI job platform, today announced its official launch in Malaysia, bringing job seekers and employers a faster, smarter, more human-centric way to connect. The new job platform in Malaysia aims to transform how Malaysians find work—especially among Gen Z and gig economy workers.
AI-Powered Job Platform Launches in Malaysia
Why Malaysia, Why Now?
Malaysia is in the middle of a digital shift, driven by its mobile-first, youth-dominated population. As demand for flexible, blue-collar, and entry-level jobs surges, Bossjob steps in with a bold promise: faster hiring, AI-powered matchmaking, and instant communication—right from your phone.
But this isn’t a pilot—it’s a proven formula. Bossjob has already helped over 100 million jobseekers globally, with local operations focused on serving the Philippines, Singapore, Indonesia and Japan. Since 2023, we’ve seen a 500% increase in monthly active users in the Philippines alone, while becoming the #1 downloaded chat-first job app in the country. Over 10 million messages have been exchanged between jobseekers and employers, with an average response time of under 10 minutes. Most users complete their job applications in less than 90 seconds.
Our AI-matching engine delivers real-time, relevant roles—83% of jobseekers receive a match within 24 hours, and 78% are hired within just 7 days of chatting. That’s hiring in under a week—without the waiting game.
What Makes Bossjob Different?
Chat–first hiring – Message employers instantly, eliminating lengthy application forms and long wait times.
AI-powered job matching – Our algorithms understand applicant skills, preferences, and chat behavior, delivering relevant job matches in real time.
Simplified profile creation – No more juggling CV formats. Our streamlined profile process means users can apply with one tap.
“We are committed to making job searching more accessible and efficient for job seekers,” said Bernie Goh, Country Manager Malaysia of Bossjob. “Through this campaign, we aim to connect with job seekers on the go, reinforcing our commitment to simplifying the job search process and empowering job seekers with fast and direct access to employers.”
Bossjob is already helping businesses move at the speed of chat.
“Bossjob helped us connect quickly and meaningfully with Malaysia’s young talent during our KL launch. Unlike traditional platforms, their chat-first model let us engage candidates instantly—speed made all the difference,” said Chevelle Tham, HR Manager & Hiring Lead at Hvala.
Hvala’s Singapore Odeon store team, operations and HR with Bossjob’s, poses for a group photo after discussing plans for their launch in Plaza Arkadia, Kuala Lumpur
Available Nationwide
Bossjob’s mobile app and web platform are now available nationwide. With job locations initially focused on Kuala Lumpur and Johor, jobseekers in Bossjob Malaysia can:
Instantly connect with F&B, logistics, retail, and office employers.
Discover AI-curated roles suited to their profile.
Skip long registration processes; profile setup takes under two minutes.
“Bossjob isn’t just offering a new job search alternative in Malaysia—it’s equipping jobseekers with the tools and Gen AI technology to optimise their candidate profiles,” Goh added. “From fresh graduates to seasoned professionals, we believe every jobseeker deserves not only fast access to opportunities, but also the means to present their best self to employers.”
Vision for Southeast Asia
Top row: Bossjob teams in Philippines at community events activations promoting job matching for local jobseekers. Bottom: Bossjob Japan at a recent employment tech exhibition connecting with Japanese employers on global recruitment through chat
Bossjob’s Malaysia launch is part of its broader mission: to make job hunting instant, equitable, and accessible across the region. With 8,000+ active employers across Southeast Asia—including brands like Jollibee, Lazada, and Uniqlo—we’re already trusted by 60% of SMEs in the Philippines and 40% of Singapore’s fastest-growing startups. In Japan, we were the first chat-based platform to enter the gig market, achieving over 90% satisfaction in our pilot phase.
Get Started
Join over 2.5 million users across Southeast Asia who are transforming their job search with Bossjob. With AI-curated roles, real-time chat with employers, and hiring in under a week, it’s the fastest way to get hired in the region.
Bossjob has facilitated over 5 million job connections in the Philippines, Singapore, and Japan—making us Southeast Asia and Japan’s fastest-growing job-matching platform.
Bossjob’s AI-driven chat engine is redefining job search—delivering relevant jobs in real-time, not weeks.
Bossjob is now live in Malaysia. Download our app from the App Store or Google Play—or sign up online and start chatting. Your next job could be one message away.
About Bossjob
Bossjob is a chat-first, AI-powered job platform transforming hiring across Blue-collar, gig, and Gen Z sectors. With over 1 million downloads and thousands of successful connections in SEA, Bossjob is on a mission to reinvent job search—one chat at a time.
Premium dermocosmetic brand specialising in sensitive skin launches from August 26th, bringing clinically-proven innovation to Australian skincare market
SYDNEY, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AESTURA, Korea’s #1 dermatologist-recommended dermocosmetic brand for sensitive skin[1], breaks new ground in the Australian skincare market with its exclusive launch at Sephora Australia stores and on Sephora.com.au, beginning August 26th, 2025. This strategic partnership with Sephora Australia answers the growing demand for advanced, science-backed solutions in the dermatologist skincare category.
AESTURA is more than just a skincare brand. It is the culmination of over 40 years of scientific research and dermatological expertise. AESTURA’s specialised sensitive skin solutions are trusted by dermatologists at Korea’s leading medical institutions. The brand has been ranked as the No. 1 cosmetic brand sold in skin clinics for 9 consecutive years[2], and has widespread distribution, reaching 100% of tertiary general hospitals in South Korea[3].
“We are thrilled to introduce AESTURA to our Australian beauty community,” says Sheila Dam, Brand General Manager at AESTURA. “Our products and formulas have been trusted by Korean dermatologists and sensitive-skin users alike for decades, and now, with this launch at Sephora Australia, we are excited to share these innovative sensitive-skin solutions to a wider audience.”
AESTURA’s innovative skincare harnesses patented Triple-Lipid Technology™, featuring one million ceramide capsules in every bottle engineered to mimic the skin’s natural structure and target the fundamental pillars of skin health: hydration, protection, and restoration.
The ATOBARRIER365 Collection: Hero Products for Sensitive Skin
At the heart of AESTURA’s breakthrough skincare is the ATOBARRIER365 Collection, featuring the viral sensation ATOBARRIER365 Cream. The hero product has become a phenomenon in Korea, with one cream sold every 7 seconds[6] due to its proven ability to strengthen, protect and hydrate the skin.
The ATOBARRIER365 Cream features patented technology with one million capsules packed with ceramides in every bottle[4]. These capsules stay on the skin for up to 18 hours[5], delivering hydration while strengthening, repairing, and protecting the moisture barrier which can be weakened in sensitive skin.
“Sensitive skin often struggles with compromised skin barrier, making it more susceptible to dryness and irritation,” says Dr. Richard D. Granstein, an academic dermatologist and Chair of AESTURA’s Derma-Science Advisory Board. Additionally, according to Dr. Y. Claire Chang, board-certified dermatologist at UnionDerm and clinical instructor at Mount Sinai Hospital, “For those with sensitive skin, ceramides are crucial. It’s not just about any ceramides, though. Sensitive skin benefits most from specific ceramides that mimic those naturally found in the skin. AESTURA’s innovative capsule technology, used in the ATOBARRIER365 Cream, encapsulates these barrier-boosting ceramides, allowing for deeper penetration to help rebuild and strengthen the skin’s natural barrier. Results reported from a clinical trial of the ATOBARRIER365 Cream demonstrated significantly enhanced skin hydration and improved barrier function.”
The complete ATOBARRIER365 Collection includes products formulated to address specific skin concerns like dryness, irritation, and barrier damage while enhancing overall skin health. Each product is designed for daily use, providing a complete routine specifically developed for sensitive skin needs.
Exclusive Launch at Sephora Australia
The exclusive partnership with Sephora Australia underscores both brands’ commitment to offering premium, results-driven skincare solutions. Sephora’s reputation for curating the world’s most coveted beauty brands makes it the ideal retail partner for AESTURA’s Australian debut.
“Sephora Australia is excited to exclusively launch AESTURA, bringing our clients access to Korea’s most trusted dermocosmetic brand,” says Mark O’Keefe, Country Manager Sephora ANZ.
“Our clients value effective, results-driven skincare, and AESTURA delivers on this by offering cutting-edge solutions specifically designed for sensitive skin that support barrier health. We look forward to introducing AESTURA to our Sephora community and know that it will be a valuable addition to our assortment.”
Market Impact and Availability
The Australian launch comes at a time when consumer interest in K-beauty and dermocosmetic products continues to grow, with Australian consumers increasingly seeking scientifically-backed skincare solutions and prioritising genuine skin health over trend-driven routines. Australia’s harsh environmental factors – from intense UV exposure to dramatic seasonal transitions – demand skincare solutions of exceptional calibre.
AESTURA’s arrival fills a crucial gap in the market for dermatologist-recommended brand that combine Korean innovation with clinical credibility.
Starting August 26th, AESTURA products will be available at all Sephora Australia and New Zealand stores nationwide and through Sephora’s online platform, ensuring accessibility for customers across the country.
[1]Based on research conducted by Kantar with dermatologists in South Korea, 2023.
[2]Korea Consumer Agency, 2016-2024, Best Brand Award of the Year in the category of cosmetic brands sold in skin clinics.
[3]Distribution Partners Based on Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service (HIRA) Statistical Figures
[4]80mL/2.7 fl. oz.
[5]Ex-vivo test on human skin
[6]3M Units Sales: 2018.09 ~ 2024.01 cumulative unit sales 1 sold every 7 seconds : 2024.01 unit sales
About AESTURA
AESTURA is Korea’s #1 dermatologist-recommended dermocosmetic brand, dedicated to developing scientifically-proven skincare solutions that bridge the gap between cosmetics and dermatological care. Founded on the principle of combining advanced research with gentle effectiveness, AESTURA has earned the trust of Korean dermatologists and consumers alike. The brand’s commitment to clinical excellence and innovation has made it a leader in the Korean beauty industry and a sought-after name in global skincare markets.
