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Cigna Healthcare Hong Kong Enhances VHIS Flexi Plan (Superior) with Expanded Regional Medical Coverage and Recovery Support

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Delivering greater flexibility in accessing care across locations, with enhanced support from treatment through recovery

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – Cigna Healthcare Hong Kong today announced enhancements to its Cigna VHIS Series – Flexi Plan (Superior), strengthening its medical insurance offering to help customers better manage rising healthcare costs and access quality health care locally, regionally and overseas.

Rising medical costs and mobility reshape healthcare needs

Hong Kong’s healthcare landscape is evolving amid rising cost pressures. The Hospital Authority’s revised public healthcare fees, effective from January 1, 2026, are driving high out-of-pocket expenses. As these trends persist, individuals face greater exposure to rising and unpredictable medical costs underscoring the need for adequate health protection such as VHIS to help manage financial risk.

At the same time, increased mobility is reshaping healthcare needs. Hong Kong residents made over 117 million outbound trips in 2025, according to the Census and Statistics Department*, driving greater cross-border spending and numbers of customers requiring medical care outside Hong Kong, particularly between Hong Kong and Mainland China. This is fueling demand for health coverage that provides seamless access to quality health care across markets.

Strengthening Care Access and Recovery Support

In response, the Cigna VHIS Series – Flexi Plan (Superior) introduces enhanced proposition1 on access, support and recovery:

  • Extended coverage in Mainland China to all Tier 3 hospitals
  • Upgraded Accommodation Room Type outside Hong Kong, Macau and the United States to Private Room level2
  • Rehabilitative care coverage2 of up to HK$80,000 per policy year (up to 60 days)
  • The coverage2 for follow-up outpatient visits per Confinement after major or complex surgery, covering all visits within 365 days after discharge from Hospital

In addition, this product continues to offer value to customers with access to existing benefits including:

  • Worldwide emergency assistance services³ at no additional cost
  • Coverage of up to US$1,000,000 for emergency medical evacuation to an appropriate location for treatment, or for repatriation to the home country or usual country of residence
  • Personalized support throughout the care process, including a dedicated one-on-one Cigna Care Manager⁴ to assist with hospital stay, surgery or other treatment arrangements, as well as access to virtual consultations⁵ with exclusive discount

Promotional Offer6

Eligible customers who enrol in the Cigna VHIS Series – Flexi Plan (Superior) on or before September 30, 2026 can enjoy premium discounts of six months in the first policy year. As part of a limited-time offer, customers enrolling together with family and friends may receive up to ten months of premium discount in the first two policy years.

For more information about the Cigna VHIS Series and the promotional offers, please visit Cigna Healthcare Hong Kong’s website at: Voluntary Health Insurance Scheme – Cigna Healthcare

Notes:

  1. The product information above is for general reference only and does not constitute the full terms and conditions of the policy. For detailed definitions of specified terms, specific coverage conditions, exclusions, and complete terms, please refer to the policy document.
  2. Only applicable to policies with the Accommodation Room Type as Semi-Private Room.
  3. This service is a value-added service provided by an independent third-party service provider and does not form part of the contractual benefit under your policy. Cigna Healthcare reserves the right to amend or cancel the service at any time without prior notice at its absolute discretion. Cigna Healthcare is not the service provider for this service. The relevant service provider is not our agent, and vice versa. We make no representation, warranty or undertaking as to the quality and availability of the service, and do not accept any responsibility or liability for the service provided by the service provider. Under no circumstances will Cigna Healthcare be responsible or liable for acts or omissions of the service provider in the provision of the service.
  4. Cigna Care Manager Service is a value-added service and subject to terms and conditions. Medical support service and value-added services arranged by Care Manager are subject to individual cases.
  5. The virtual consultation and medication delivery services are value-added services only and are subject to the terms, conditions and availability of the relevant service providers.
  6. The above promotional offers are subject to terms and conditions.

Remarks:

The above product is intended for sale in Hong Kong only. The above information should not be regarded as any form of offer or recommendation to purchase insurance.

*https://www.censtatd.gov.hk/en/data/stat_report/product/B1010006/att/B10100062026AN26B0100.pdf

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Cigna Healthcare

Cigna Healthcare is a health benefits provider that advocates for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality.

Founded in 1933, our Hong Kong business provides comprehensive health and wellness solutions to employers, employees and individual customers. Leveraging on our extensive global healthcare network, we offer global group medical benefits that provide comprehensive and tailored coverage for a wide range of organizations. For individual customers, we also offer a full suite of health insurance plans to cater for their diverse needs. For more details, please visit .

Former EDL Executives, Senior Officials Get Life in Landmark Laos Corruption Cases

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Namfon Chanthavong
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Laos sentenced at least ten Lao officials and a Thai businessman to life imprisonment in four major corruption cases spanning multiple state institutions.

On 1 July, the Vientiane Capital People’s Court announced verdicts in four major corruption cases involving 17 defendants, among them former senior government officials, state enterprise executives, and businesspeople. 

The court handed down life sentences to at least ten defendants, including senior figures from the inspection, banking, energy, and foreign affairs sectors, as well as a foreign businessman. 

Among those sentenced were former Electricity of Laos (EDL) executive Thongphet Duangngeun, former officials from the State Inspection Authority (SIA) and the Bank of the Lao PDR, two officials from the Agricultural Promotion Bank (APB), a former Ministry of Foreign Affairs employee, and four former EDL executives. 

Thai businessman Aphichart Vannakul also received a life sentence for his role in a major hydropower corruption scheme.

Taken together, the four cases involved allegations of corruption, bribery, abuse of office, embezzlement, fraud, and document forgery across several key state institutions.

Senior Officials Receive Life Sentences

In addition to prison sentences, the court ordered the confiscation of cash, vehicles, land, bank accounts, and other assets, along with substantial financial compensation to state entities. 

The first case involved corruption within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Former ministry employee Soukkhounkham Keomano was convicted of corruption and document forgery after the court found she had unlawfully obtained funds and falsified official documents. She was sentenced to life imprisonment and ordered to repay THB 6.5 million (nearly USD 200,000) to the ministry in civil damages.

The ruling underscored the court’s growing focus on document fraud and the misuse of official authority within central government ministries.

The second case centered on a bribery network involving eight officials linked to the State Inspection Authority, the Bank of the Lao PDR, the Party Inspection Committee, and other agencies. Senior officials were accused of facilitating corrupt transactions, abusing their positions, and acting as intermediaries in bribery schemes.

Former SIA official Sithone Souliyavong and former Bank of the Lao PDR official Ot Phonxiangdy were each sentenced to life imprisonment. Three other defendants received 12-year prison terms, while two were sentenced to two years and later released. The court also ordered the confiscation of cash, vehicles, and land connected to the scheme, reinforcing the authorities’ increasing emphasis on recovering illicit assets.

The third case involved fraud at APB. Four defendants, including government officials and businesspeople, were convicted of defrauding state assets, corruption, bribery, and document forgery.

Two bank officials, Viengsouk Simmakone and Boumlom Phochaleun, received life sentences after the court found they had abused their positions to facilitate the misappropriation of bank funds and accepted bribes in return for favorable treatment.

Businessman Duangta Hanuovong was sentenced to 10 years in prison, while Khampheng Vichitvongsa received a two-year sentence after cooperating with investigators and helping compensate for part of the losses.

The court also imposed financial penalties based on damages exceeding LAK 14.3 billion (about USD 650,000) and levied fines equal to twice the value of the bribes paid, seeking to recover illicit gains and compensate the state.

The fourth, and largest,case involved corruption in an EDL hydropower project – no specific information on such project was made public. Thai businessman Aphichart Vannakul and four former senior EDL executives, identified as Thongphet, Phonevixay, Saysanit, and Khambon, were convicted of embezzling state funds, abuse of office, and bribery. All five were sentenced to life imprisonment.

The court ordered Aphichart to pay more than USD 24.8 million in compensation to EDL and authorized the seizure and sale of his assets, including ten bank accounts, 11 land plots, and a vehicle. If those assets prove insufficient, the court ruled that assets belonging to the four former EDL executives will also be confiscated and sold. In addition, more than USD 1 million in bribe payments will be confiscated and returned to the state.

Part of a Broader Anti-Corruption Drive

The verdicts form part of a wider anti-corruption drive that Lao authorities say has intensified in recent years.

In November 2025, the State Inspection Authority reported uncovering corruption involving 334 individuals between 2021 and 2025, with losses exceeding LAK 642.93 billion (approximatelyUSD 30 million). Investigators also identified losses totaling USD 66.8 million, THB 68.95 million (about USD 2.1 million), CN    Y 7.8 million (about USD 1.1 million), and VND 1.5 billion (USD 57,000). Officials said 86 suspects had been referred for prosecution during that period, while 23 had already been convicted.

Several of the most high-profile investigations have centered on EDL, one of Laos’ largest state-owned enterprises and the backbone of the country’s hydropower industry. In March 2025, authorities detained the utility’s former deputy director and four contractors, including a foreign national, over the alleged misappropriation of government assets valued at about USD 90 million.

Later, in September 2025, two more former EDL officials were detained over alleged corruption linked to the 230-kilovolt Tha Vieng–Km 20 and 115-kilovolt Nam Phai–Thong Khoun transmission line projects after investigators uncovered suspected embezzlement and other financial irregularities. 

The latest convictions also come as Laos has shown modest improvement in international anti-corruption rankings. In the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index, the country ranked 114th out of 182 countries with a score of 34, surpassing Thailand for the first time. Despite that progress, Laos remains below the global benchmark score of 50.

Laos also remains on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring for deficiencies in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing measures, placing additional pressure on the country.

Natixis CIB bolsters technology and innovation hub in India with strategic leadership appointment

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Luc Bernard as Chief Executive Officer, Natixis Services in India.

Luc reports to Cécile de Sousa, Chief Operating Officer, Asia Pacific & Middle East, Natixis CIB and Etienne Huret, Head of Portugal and India Hubs, Natixis.

Luc Bernard - Natixis
Luc Bernard – Natixis

He brings to the role nearly two decades of experience in Global Capability Center management and offshoring strategies, entrepreneurship, delivery, software engineering, financial markets, architecture, data, digital transformation and innovation.

Luc was instrumental in establishing Natixis Services in India, Natixis CIB’s technology and innovation hub in Bangalore. He previously held the position of Executive Director and Head of CIB Operations and IT and served on the Board of Directors at Natixis Services in India from 2021 until 2025. He then transitioned to Natixis Investment Managers in Paris, where he has been serving as Head of IT Production until his current appointment. Prior to joining the IT team at Natixis CIB in 2014, Luc gained experience as a Software Developer at Société Générale and Partners Advisers SA. He holds a Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering from Ecole Nationale d’Ingénieurs de Brest and an Executive MBA from HEC Paris.

In his new role as Chief Executive Officer, Luc will support the growth of Natixis Services in India and strengthen its integration within Natixis’s global processes.

Cécile de Sousa said, “It is with great pleasure that we welcome Luc back to Bangalore to lead our India center of expertise as it celebrates its five-year anniversary. He has been pivotal in setting up this crucial operation, and spearheading technology-driven transformation and process optimization. Luc’s extensive knowledge of our internal processes, coupled with his proven track record in India, positions him perfectly to assume the leadership responsibilities of Natixis Services in India.”

Etienne Huret said, “Luc’s appointment is a key milestone in our commitment to further developing Bangalore as a critical hub for the Groupe BPCE and Natixis businesses. I look forward to working with him closely as we continue to grow synergies between our Portugal and India hubs and collaborate closely with the Group on strategic initiatives.”

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Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking

Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking is a leading global financial institution that provides advisory, investment banking, financing, corporate banking and capital markets services to corporations, financial institutions, financial sponsors and sovereign and supranational organizations worldwide.

Our teams of experts in close to 30 countries advise clients on their strategic development, helping them to grow and transform their businesses, and maximize their positive impact. Natixis CIB is committed to aligning its financing portfolio with a carbon neutrality path by 2050 while helping its clients reduce the environmental impact of their business.

As part of Groupe BPCE, the second largest banking group in France through the Banque Populaire and Caisse d’Epargne retail networks, Natixis CIB benefits from the Group’s financial strength and solid financial ratings (Standard & Poor’s: A+, Moody’s: A2, Fitch Ratings: A+, R&I: A+).

About Natixis Services in India

Natixis Services in India is a Center of Expertise for Groupe BPCE, a banking group of French origin, and its subsidiary, Natixis. Natixis Services in India delivers operational excellence and agile solutions by leveraging advanced technologies to address challenges in the banking industry. Natixis Services in India’s focus is on enhancing the client experience, mitigating risks, and strengthening competitive positioning. The team is committed to enriching career development opportunities within an inclusive and dynamic work environment.

Jamf launches AI Governance, a first-of-its-kind native AI control plane for Mac

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New capability gives enterprises visibility, control and governance for AI tools running across managed Mac fleets, addressing today’s gap between usage and confidence


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – Jamf, the standard in managing and securing Apple at work, has announced general availability of AI Governance, a new capability within Jamf for Mac that enables IT and security teams to discover actively-used AI tools, enforce policy controls, and generate audit-ready reporting. This move makes Jamf first-to-market to deliver native, OS-level AI governance controls for Mac.

Many organizations struggle to confidently audit and report on AI tool usage across their device fleet, including both sanctioned applications and unsanctioned or prohibited tools. AI Governance provides comprehensive visibility into which AI applications are in use, along with detailed insights into how they behave on the endpoint. This enables organizations to understand AI activity at a level that network- and cloud-based reporting solutions alone cannot provide, helping security teams identify risk, support compliance, and make informed governance decisions.

With launch support for Claude Code, Claude Desktop, and OpenAI Codex, the capability provides deep governance coverage across model access, tenancy, network permissions, file system controls, MCP server restrictions, and other vendor-specific AI configurations. A vendor control tracking engine continuously monitors supported AI platforms for new or updated controls, helping organizations keep governance policies current as AI tools rapidly evolve. All of these policies are in place offline and before a user’s first login to an AI agent, enforcing a foundational day-zero and tamper-resistant policy baseline.

The only native Mac control plane for enterprise AI

AI tools run natively on Apple Silicon and operate as processes that existing network proxies and cloud-based tooling cannot fully see or govern. No existing tool unifies platform-native device management, deep AI tool configuration coverage, and a workflow that translates governance intent into vendor-correct configuration on macOS.

Jamf AI Governance closes that gap by enabling visibility of Shadow AI and providing granular AI configurations natively, deployed in minutes, through the same endpoint management control plane that admins use today, offering:

  • Visibility: AI application visibility and shadow AI discovery surface AI tools, agents, and LLM runtime across the fleet (including CLI-based developer tools and background agents) using Jamf’s existing telemetry agent, which uses native and high-performance macOS frameworks. No new agent is required.
  • Control: AI access policy controls let IT define sanctioned tools, deploy access policy at scale, and scope different postures to different teams. Vendor-correct configurations can be applied automatically at scale.
  • Governance: An executive AI posture report provides CIOs and CISOs with a snapshot-in-time summary of AI usage. The capability offers SIEM compatibility and is designed to assist companies in reporting against their existing compliance frameworks.

“AI adoption across the enterprise is moving faster than existing technology policies can keep up,” said Beth Tschida, CEO at Jamf. “Organizations need governance that matches the way AI tools actually operate on Mac. This means visibility into what’s running, policy controls enforced directly on the endpoint, and reporting that helps security teams demonstrate compliance. Our AI Governance capability delivers that natively from the same platform customers already trust to manage and secure Apple devices.”

“Like many organizations, we want to enable teams to use AI tools productively while maintaining appropriate governance and oversight,” said Sam Lalli, Security Engineering & SOC Manager at Eventbrite “What impressed us about Jamf’s AI Governance was how quickly we could apply policy across our Mac fleet without adding another point solution or creating friction for developers. Having this critical capability built into the same device management platform we already use, really simplifies AI governance for our team.”

Jamf enables partner AI solutions to thrive on the Mac

Beyond essential visibility and control, Jamf’s AI Governance policies can more effectively deploy and govern partner AI solutions.

IT and security teams can use Jamf to discover AI tools running across MacOS devices and register those agents directly with Okta for AI Agents. This gives each one a managed identity and scoped access to only the resources it is allowed to reach. Jamf controls which MCP servers can run on the device while Okta controls what cloud resources those MCP servers can reach. Rather than long-lived static keys, agents use short-lived, vaulted credentials, and every action is authorized and logged from the endpoint to the cloud. The Okta integration deploys directly from Jamf’s console without manual API setup or certificate management required.

Organizations can also configure their preferred agent builder platform, such as Amazon Bedrock AgentCore, ensuring AI traffic routes through and is processed on sanctioned cloud infrastructure.

With Jamf handling device visibility and policy enforcement, and Okta managing agent identity and access, organizations can answer: which agents ran on which endpoints, what they were authorized to reach, and what they did along the path from a MacOS device to the SaaS app.

“While some enterprise AI agents run locally, they access data across a vast cloud ecosystem, requiring coordinated security between the endpoint and identity layers,” said Harish Peri, SVP & GM of AI Security, Okta. “By anchoring Okta for AI Agents to Jamf’s endpoint enforcement, every agentic connection on a managed Mac is authenticated, authorized, and fully visible from the device to the data. Together, we’re helping organizations become secure agentic enterprises by giving them more control over what AI agents can access and on whose behalf.”

AI governance urgency is accelerating

The need for enterprise AI governance is accelerating as organizations rapidly adopt AI-powered tools across employee workflows. Jamf’s recently released AI Governance Survey found that organizations with deeply integrated AI are 40% more likely to report an incident than those still in the exploration phase, suggesting AI governance is quickly becoming an operational requirement rather than a future planning exercise.

Gartner® mentions, “With spending on AI governance expected to reach $492 million in 2026 and surpass $1 billion by 2030, organizations are reassessing the tools and strategies needed to stay ahead of both regulatory and operational risk.” Further, in its Top Cybersecurity Trends for 2026 report, Gartner also says that, “Cybersecurity leaders must identify both sanctioned and unsanctioned AI agents, enforce robust controls for each and develop incident response playbooks to address potential risks.”

Jamf’s AI Governance capability is now available in Jamf for Mac with immediate support for Claude Code, Claude Desktop, and OpenAI Codex. Learn more about Jamf AI Governance at: https://www.jamf.com/solutions/ai-governance

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About Jamf

Jamf’s purpose is to simplify work by helping organizations manage and secure Apple devices while delivering an experience end users love and organizations trust. Built for the AI-enabled Apple enterprise, the Jamf platform provides a complete management and security solution with autonomous endpoint management and AI governance across cloud and on-device models. Today, Jamf helps over 78,000 organizations across 100 countries manage and secure over 35 million devices. To learn more, visit .

Vientiane Completes New 9.3-Kilometer Mekong Embankment

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Thongsavanh Souvannasane
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A picture of hand over ceremony. (Photo by Lao Economic daily)

On 1 July, Vientiane officially opened a new 9.3-kilometer stretch of Mekong riverfront featuring parks, walking and cycling paths, sports facilities, and flood protection infrastructure following the completion of Phase II of the Mekong River Integrated Management Project.

The new embankment extends from Wat Nak village in Sisattanak District to Hatdokkeo village in Hadsayfong district, serving 19 villages and adding 13 public parks, a riverside promenade, boat landings, street lighting, sidewalks, and drainage systems.

Construction began in February 2022 using a riprap design that employs large stones to reduce erosion and withstand floods expected once every 100 years.

The USD 67.56 million project was financed through a USD 57.6 million low-interest loan from South Korea, with the Lao government contributing USD 9.96 million.

The new embankment extends Vientiane’s riverfront protection system, which began with Phase I in 2014. That earlier phase stretches 12 kilometers from Kaoliew Village in Sikhoittabong District to Wat Nak Village in Sisattanak District and includes Chao Anouvong Park.

Several of the new parks opened to the public in June, adding green space and recreational areas for residents. The completed riverfront now offers expanded opportunities for walking, jogging, cycling, and other outdoor activities along the Mekong River.

China-Laos Low-Carbon Project Expected to Cut Emissions by More Than 1,200 Tons Annually

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Phoudasack Vongsay
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The picture used for illustration only, this is the the development zone.

The Vientiane-Saysettha Low-Carbon Demonstration Zone is expected to reduce carbon emissions by more than 1,200 tons annually through a range of clean energy and low-emission technologies, according to the China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA).

According to CIDCA, the project has introduced solar-powered street lights, electric buses, new-energy trucks, environmental monitoring vehicles, and environmental law enforcement vehicles to promote greener urban development in Laos.

Tang said the initiative has improved urban services and environmental management in the demonstration zone while creating jobs and supporting business operations for hundreds of Chinese and regional companies based there.

The Vientiane-Saysettha Low-Carbon Demonstration Zone is one of 10 low-carbon pilot projects launched by China in partner countries under its South-South climate cooperation program.

Officially inaugurated in 2022, the zone spans about 11.5 square kilometers in Vientiane and is one of the largest Laos-China cooperation projects. Designed as both an industrial park and a new urban area, it is expected to attract about USD 5 billion in investment.

In addition to low-carbon infrastructure, the initiative includes training programs to strengthen Laos’ environmental management capacity.

Dr Savitha Dharan Takes the Helm as CEO of Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara

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Appointment reinforces the hospital’s commitment to clinical excellence, strategic growth and delivering exceptional patient care.


KOTA DAMANSARA, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara (Thomson) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Savitha Dharan as its Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 July 2026.

Dr Savitha Dharan Takes the Helm as CEO of Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara

Dr Savitha brings more than 20 years of experience in clinical practice, hospital operations, strategic partnerships, business development and healthcare leadership. She holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery and Bachelor in the Art of Obstetrics (MB BCh BAO) from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) and completed executive education in Managing Health Care Delivery at Harvard Business School.

Following a decade in clinical practice across the public and private sectors, Dr Savitha progressed into healthcare leadership, holding senior roles within recognised private healthcare groups and institutions. As a Chief Executive Officer, she has successfully led business transformation, operational excellence, service innovation and strategic growth initiatives.

Welcoming the appointment, Dato’ Dr. Adzuan Rahman, Group Chief Executive Officer of TMC Life Sciences Berhad, said:

“We are delighted to welcome Dr Savitha to the TMC Life Sciences family. Her strong clinical foundation, proven leadership and strategic vision make her the right leader to guide Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara into its next phase of growth. We are confident she will further strengthen the hospital’s position as a leading multidisciplinary tertiary healthcare provider while advancing our commitment to clinical excellence, innovation and value-driven care.”

Dr Savitha’s appointment underscores Thomson’s commitment to clinician-led leadership, recognising that strong clinical expertise, coupled with sound management capabilities, forms the foundation of patient-centred decision-making and the delivery of high-quality healthcare.

Commenting on her appointment, Dr Savitha stated, “It is a privilege to lead Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara, an organisation with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional patient care. As both a clinician and a healthcare leader, I believe the best outcomes are achieved by empowering our people, embracing innovation, and continuously improving patient experience. I look forward to working alongside our dedicated teams to build on the hospital’s strong foundation and shape its next chapter of excellence.”

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About Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara

Established in 2008, Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara (THKD) is the flagship hospital of TMC Life Sciences Berhad (TMCLS) located in a prime alcove of Kota Damansara, Selangor. THKD is expected to grow to a 554-bedded hospital with additional specialist centres and operating theatres as part of the Group’s expansion plan. THKD sets new standards in healthcare through comprehensive facilities and excellent service for both our local and international patients. The Hospital offers medical and surgical services from over 160 reputable specialist consultants covering more than 60 medical and surgical sub-specialties.

For more information, please visit thomsonhospitals.com or follow THKD on social media platforms @thomsonhospitalKD.

LinqAlpha Raises $22 Million to Build the Alpha Intelligence Layer for Global Public Markets

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LinqAlpha turns each investor’s own research into AI agents that surface market-moving signals before they are priced in.

NEW YORK, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LinqAlpha, the AI-native company building the Alpha Intelligence Layer for global public markets, today announced $22 million in Series A funding. The round was anchored by AVP, Atinum Investment, and GFT Ventures, with participation from a global syndicate of strategic financial institutions and venture platforms.

Founded by Jacob Choi, Subeen Pang, Jin Kim, and Hojun Choi, LinqAlpha brings together former Goldman Sachs analysts and MIT computer science PhDs. Since launch, the platform has seen rapid adoption, serving over 70 financial institutions across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, including sell-side sales, trading, and research teams at leading investment banks, as well as buy-side clients such as Causeway Capital Management LLC and Schonfeld Strategic Advisors LLC. Collectively, LinqAlpha’s buy-side clients manage more than $5 trillion in assets.

The company was built to address a critical inflection point in modern finance: public markets have become too fast, global, and interconnected for traditional research workflows. A supply-chain disruption in Asia, a policy shift in Europe, a social-media signal, an earnings call, and a credit-market move can all become part of the same thesis within hours. The challenge for institutional investors is no longer finding information; it is synthesizing thousands of moving signals into differentiated judgment before consensus catches up.

“The first wave of AI in finance made analysts faster. The next wave changes what they can know,” said Hojun Choi, co-founder and co-CEO of LinqAlpha. “The edge no longer comes from retrieving information; it comes from systems that surface market-moving signals before they are priced in.”

To deliver this edge, LinqAlpha enables institutional teams to deploy specialized AI agents that learn each user’s unique investment framework.

“In effect, LinqAlpha builds a second brain for every investment team: one that turns accumulated research into actionable insight across liquid public markets,” said Jacob Choi, co-founder and co-CEO of LinqAlpha. “Instead of a generic model’s average answer, each team gets agents that reason in the context of its own thesis history and evolve with its feedback and market view.”

“Most AI tools in finance help professionals retrieve information faster or automate repetitive work,” said Manish Agarwal, General Partner at AVP. “LinqAlpha is addressing a larger opportunity: building systems that help institutional investors discover differentiated insights in public markets that reward speed, context, and proprietary judgment.”

Alongside the lead investors, the round was oversubscribed with participation from a deep bench of strategic financial institutions and venture platforms across the U.S., Europe, and Asia. The new capital will be used to expand LinqAlpha’s global team—now headquartered in New York—deepen integrations across market and alternative datasets, and accelerate the deployment of its multi-agent platform across equities, macro, credit, and multi-asset strategies.

About LinqAlpha

LinqAlpha is a New York-based AI company building the Alpha Intelligence Layer for global public markets. Its platform lets institutional investors deploy specialized AI agents that learn each user’s investment framework and synthesize data into actionable insight. More than 70 financial institutions across the U.S., Europe, and Asia use LinqAlpha to support investment research and decision-making, including buy-side clients that collectively manage more than $5 trillion in assets.

For more information, visit www.linqalpha.com.

Notes to Editors

The Series A global syndicate includes strategic participation from SBI Investment and Z Venture Capital in Japan; Betatron Venture Group, East Ventures, and SV Investment across Southeast Asia and Hong Kong SAR; Samsung Securities, Mirae Asset Venture Investment, Mirae Asset Capital, NH Investment & Securities, Shinhan Venture Investment, and Hana Ventures in South Korea; and NuVentures in India.

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