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From Solo Escapes to Group Getaways: Agoda Reveals Where Indian Travelers Are Considering Next

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SINGAPORE, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Digital travel platform Agoda unveils the top locations Indian travelers are keen to explore in the 2026 late summer travel season, with distinct choices based on group size. Agoda’s latest accommodation search data highlights that metropolitan cities continue to feature prominently in solo travellers’ searches, reflecting an interest in flexibility, urban experiences, and independent travel. Meanwhile, group travellers are searching for hill stations, pilgrimage destinations and leisure escapes, pointing to trips centred around shared experiences, relaxation, and spending time with family and friends

Solo Travellers Balance Urban Experiences with Cultural and Nature-led Escapes

Metropolitan cities continued to appear across solo traveller destinations of interest, based on Agoda accommodation searches. Mumbai and New Delhi occupy the top two positions, reflecting their appeal as destinations offering accessibility, vibrant food and nightlife, and the flexibility to explore independently.

Udaipur, with its lakeside palaces and walkable old city, continues to appeal to those seeking heritage experiences, while Tirupati reflects steady demand for solo pilgrimage travel to one of India’s most visited pilgrimage sites. Leh, Munnar and Srinagar highlight growing interest in Himalayan landscapes, tea-country retreats and houseboat stays for travellers seeking slower-paced, solo scenic experiences.

Together, these shifts show that solo travellers are balancing fast-paced city breaks with heritage, spiritual and nature-focused experiences, reflecting a desire for journeys that combine exploration with personal enrichment, mindfulness and meaningful cultural connections.

Group Travellers Prioritise Shared Experiences Across Nature, Leisure and Spiritual Destinations

Puri reflects its enduring appeal as a coastal pilgrimage destination centred around the Jagannath Temple, while Rishikesh, Haridwar and Ujjain underscore sustained interest in destinations with spiritual and cultural significance.

Hill stations including Nainital, Mussoorie and Shimla continue to attract families and groups seeking cooler climates and mountain escapes. Meanwhile, Wayanad points to growing interest in nature-based destinations that offer a slower, more relaxed pace of travel.

Overall, the data highlights a preference for destinations that cater to shared experiences, whether through scenic escapes, spiritual journeys or leisurely getaways. These choices reflect a growing desire to spend quality time together, create lasting memories and enjoy experiences that appeal to travellers across different age groups and interests.

Gaurav Malik, Country Director, Indian Subcontinent & Indian Ocean Islands, Agoda, said “Travel preferences are becoming increasingly personal, with solo travellers drawn to destinations that offer relaxation, self-discovery and flexibility, and groups keen to visit places to create shared memories. Goa in particular has enduring appeal, emerging as a top area of interest for both solo travellers and groups alike. As travellers seek experiences that are uniquely their own, Agoda remains committed to making it easy to discover and book the right stays, flights and activities at great value for every kind of journey.”

Agoda offers access to more than 6 million holiday properties across a wide range of price points and accommodation types, alongside over 130,000 flight routes and more than 300,000 activities that can be booked together in one place. Travellers can explore and book their next trip through the Agoda mobile app or by visiting Agoda.com.

Solidion Technology Achieves Dramatic Balance Sheet Improvement, Increased Revenues

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Private Placement Eliminates Balance Sheet Overhang and Alleviates Previously Disclosed Going Concern Doubt

DALLAS, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Solidion Technology Inc. (“Solidion” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: STI), an advanced battery technology solutions provider, today has released Second Quarter 2026 Financial and Operating Results. The condensed consolidated financial statements of Solidion and additional information can be found in Solidion’s Form 10-Q, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, August 6, 2026 (the “Form 10-Q”). This earnings release should be read together with the information contained in the Form 10-Q.

Previously Announced Recent Business Highlights   

Business Development

  • Successful demonstration of a high-power 9.5Ah pouch cell designed for industrial and military drone applications. The prototype delivered exceptional power stability, retaining approximately 95% of its capacity at a 10C discharge rate, a significant improvement over typical market pouch cells, which average 78% retention at 5C. Solidion expects to make the pouch cell commercially available in Q2 2026. Solidion is working toward commercial availability of the pouch cell and will provide updates as development progresses.
  • The Company unveiled its new PEAK Series, an advanced UPS battery system engineered specifically for AI data centers, leveraging the Company’s high-performance 5500 silicon-carbon anode cell. The system delivers up to 30% space savings, significantly lower total cost of ownership, and up to three times longer life than conventional backup solutions. Commercial availability is expected in 2026, with Solidion currently working with select data center partners on early integration and testing.

Technological Advancements, Business Development and Corporate Updates:

  • $35 Million Private Placement (June 7, 2026): Solidion announced a securities purchase agreement with a new institutional investor for 750,000 shares of common stock and pre-funded warrants to purchase 1,583,000 shares in a private placement priced above market under Nasdaq rules, generating $35 million in gross proceeds and closing on June 9, 2026. Net proceeds are earmarked to accelerate commercialization of the Company’s patented Extreme-Climate Battery technology, fulfill customer demand, expand inventory, advance prototype development, and support general working capital needs, with Titan Partners, a division of American Capital Partners, serving as sole placement agent.
  • Gen-ECB / Space Battery Technology (June 4, 2026): Solidion unveiled its patented Generation Extreme-Climate Battery (Gen-ECB) platform, engineered to power satellites, LEO-based AI data centers, crewed spacecraft, and future lunar infrastructure as commercial space activity accelerates. The technology leverages graphene’s thermal conductivity and radiation resistance to actively manage cell temperature, enabling reliable operation from −80°C to +60°C and demonstrating over 500 charge cycles at −40°C — a key durability benchmark for missions like NASA’s Artemis program. Paired with the Company’s silicon-rich solid-state, anode-less lithium metal, and lithium-sulfur chemistries (targeting 380+ Wh/kg), the platform positions Solidion — backed by its 385+ patent portfolio — to supply high-reliability, domestically sourced power storage for satellites, Starship operations, and lunar surface systems, diversifying its revenue opportunity alongside its existing EV and AI data center UPS markets.
  • The Company previously announced that it has entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with an entity that manufactures and distributes energy storage systems.
  • The Company has been awarded a grant to advance research and development of Electrochemical Manufacturing of High-Performance Graphite Based on Biomass-Derived Carbon. This award is one of the projects funded by ARPA-E, the Advanced Research Projects Agency, from their highly competitive OPEN program.
  • The Company has been awarded a grant to scale up the synthesis of a carbon-nanosphere material that will be used as an anti-corrosive additive in molten-salts-based heat transfer fluids for advanced molten salt nuclear reactors from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
  • The Company has been awarded a grant to develop an advanced fiber-based electronic battery system built on a coaxial carbon nanotube (CNT) yarn architecture from the U.S. Department of War/Army STTR Program.
  • Solidion Technology completed a major restructuring of its August 2024 equity financing, eliminating all Series C and D Pre-Funded Warrants, along with the corresponding derivative liability, significantly strengthening the balance sheet and reducing future dilution risk. Long-term investors Madison Bond LLC and Bayside Project LLC converted their entire warrant allocation into common stock, and agreed to lock-up restrictions on those shares, subject to certain exceptions, which supports shareholder alignment and Solidion’s long-term growth strategy.

CEO Statement:

“Solidion’s much improved balance sheet reflects the commitment of long term shareholders and reaffirms the strategy of building an organization that can compete revenue wise,” said Jaymes Winters, Chief Executive Officer of Solidion Technology.

Q2 2026 Financial Highlights

  • $27.7 million in cash and cash equivalents at June 30, 2026, compared to $0.2 million at December 31, 2025. Following the completion of the private placement, the substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern previously disclosed has been alleviated.
  • $124,914 in revenue from government grants and delivery of Solidion’s proprietary silicon anode products.
  • $1.4 million loss from continuing operations, reflecting decreased spending on professional services and other public company expenses.
  • Net Loss of $2.9 million, or $0.35 per basic share, including a non-cash loss of $0.9 million related to change in fair value of derivatives.

See below for additional information on Solidion’s operational results:

Summary of Statements of Operations for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2026 and 2025

For the Three Months
Ended
June 30,

2026

2025
(Restated)

Net sales

$

124,914

$

4,000

Cost of goods sold

–

2,327

Operating expenses

1,492,251

1,788,797

Total other expense

(1,519,419)

(326,735)

Net loss

$

(2,886,756)

$

(2,113,859)

Net Sales

Net sales increased by $120,914 for the three months ended June 30, 2026, to $124,914, compared to $4,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2025. The increase was primarily attributable to government grant revenue recognized during the period.

Operating Expenses

Operating expenses decreased by $296,546 for the three months ended June 30, 2026. This decrease was primarily driven by lower general and administrative costs, including reduced personnel and professional services expenses. Additionally, there were decreased research and development costs, including personnel expenses associated with the commercialization of our battery cell products and third-party validation testing of our proprietary silicon anode.

Other Income (Expense)

Other expense increased by $1,192,684 for the three months ended June 30, 2026. This increase was largely driven by a loss of $917,780 due to a change in the fair value of derivative liabilities related to the Forward Purchase Agreement and warrants related to the March private placement financing, compared to a loss of $216,150 in the three months ended June 30, 2025. Other expense for the quarter also included a $549,915 non-cash write-off of deferred offering costs associated with a registration statement the Company withdrew in June 2026, and interest expense of $153,597 primarily related to the Company’s short-term notes.

About Solidion Technology, Inc.

Headquartered in Dallas, Texas with pilot production facilities in Dayton, Ohio, Solidion’s (NASDAQ: STI) core business includes manufacturing of battery materials and components, as well as development and production of next-generation batteries for energy storage systems, including UPS systems serving the artificial intelligence (AI) data center market and electric vehicles for ground, aerospace, and sea transportation. Solidion holds a portfolio of over 385 patents, covering innovations such as high-capacity, silane gas free and graphene-enabled silicon anodes, biomass-based graphite, advanced lithium-sulfur and lithium-metal technologies.

For more information, please visit www.solidiontech.com or contact Investor Relations.

Forward-Looking Statements 

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Solidion Technology Inc., (NASDAQ: STI) (the “Company,” “Solidion,” “we,” “our” or “us”) desires to take advantage of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and is including this cautionary statement in connection with this safe harbor legislation. The words “forecasts” “believe,” “may,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “should,” “plan,” “could,” “target,” “potential,” “is likely,” “expect” and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

Seaspan Becomes First International Ship Owner and Operator to Access China’s Panda Bond Market

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SINGAPORE, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Seaspan Corporation Pte. Ltd. (“Seaspan”), a leading independent maritime asset owner and operator, is pleased to announce the successful issuance of a RMB 1.5 billion Panda Bond in China’s domestic bond market.

The three-year private placement note was issued on July 15, 2026, with a coupon rate of 2.50% per annum. The offering was oversubscribed by Chinese onshore and international investors with a book coverage ratio of 2.3 times.

The transaction is a significant milestone for Seaspan as the first international ship owner and operator to successfully access the Panda Bond market.

Beyond establishing a new funding channel, the transaction supports Seaspan’s strategy to diversify its sources of capital and broaden its access to unsecured debt, strengthening the company’s ability to invest in its fleet, pursue growth opportunities, and create long-term value for customers and stakeholders.

“The issuance demonstrates the confidence that investors have in Seaspan’s credit quality, business model, strong financial profile, and sustainable growth strategy,” said Andreas Brauch, Chief Financial Officer. “Expanding our access to China’s domestic capital markets further diversifies our funding sources and improves our access to cost-efficient capital, enhancing our long-term growth objectives to support our customers with one of the world’s largest and most modern fleets.”

The Panda Bond issuance marks an important highpoint in Seaspan’s participation in Chinese capital markets, where the company has strategic partnerships across the maritime ecosystem, including chartering, shipbuilding, financing, and maritime services.

About Seaspan Corporation Pte. Ltd.
Seaspan is the world’s leading maritime asset-owner and operator focused on long-term, fixed-rate leases to the world’s most prominent shipping lines. As of June 30, 2026, Seaspan’s operating fleet consisted of 247 vessels, pro forma for undelivered newbuilds (including four Pure Car, Truck Carriers, five Very Large Ethane Carriers and four Open Hatch Gantry Crane vessels), with a total fleet capacity of approximately 2.5 million TEU on a fully delivered basis. 

Media Contact: Cailey Murphy, Head of Corporate Communications, Seaspan Corporation Pte. Ltd., communications@seaspancorp.com

Metalpha Reports Breakthrough in Total Assets for FY2026 Amidst Market Volatility

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HONG KONG, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Metalpha Technology Holding Limited (Nasdaq: MATH) (the “Company” or “Metalpha”), through its subsidiaries, is a global leading provider of blockchain and trading technology solutions, with a strong emphasis on the digital asset ecosystem. The Company today announced its audited financial results for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026.

FY2026 Annual Results Highlights

For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, Metalpha demonstrated remarkable resilience in a challenging and volatile market. The Company achieved a revenue of $37.1 million and maintained continuous profitability. The Company’s total assets nearly doubled to $485.6 million, underscoring its massive business scale and deep liquidity reserves.

By leveraging diversified structured derivative solutions and rigorous hedging and liquidity strategies, the Company effectively managed risk exposures while delivering stable, risk-adjusted solutions for its clients.

“Fiscal year 2026 was a testament to our resilience and strategic foresight,” said Adrian Wang, CEO of Metalpha. “Despite industry-wide volatility, our robust hedging strategies and diverse product offerings successfully mitigated downside risk for our clients and helped them achieve enhanced returns on their investments. Furthermore, our increased investment in top talent and core team expansion is a deliberate, forward-looking move. We are building a world-class team and a fortified compliance infrastructure to capture the immense opportunities ahead and deliver long-term value to our shareholders.”

The Company filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026 (the “2026 Annual Report”) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on Aug 6, 2026. The 2026 Annual Report contains the Company’s audited financial statements for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, and is available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

About Metalpha

Metalpha Technology Holding Limited (NASDAQ: MATH) is a global leading provider of blockchain and trading technology solutions, with a strong emphasis on the digital asset ecosystem. At the core of our operations is a principal-based proprietary trading model, where we engage in strategic, own-account trading of cryptocurrencies and other digital assets. We complement this with highly customized blockchain-related technology solutions and services. With extensive blockchain and traditional fintech expertise, we are dedicated to delivering state-of-the-art technological solutions, including digital asset related management systems, hedging infrastructures, liquidity solutions and institutional grade architectures. We offer highly customized, one-stop solutions to help our customers grow their businesses and are committed to strengthening our position as one of the largest gateways to digital assets in Asia.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains statements that may constitute “forward-looking” statements pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “aims,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “likely to” and similar statements. Management has based these forward-looking statements on its current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections. While they believe these expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections are reasonable, such forward-looking statements are only predictions and involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond management’s control. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause Metalpha’s actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements.

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FP Markets Analysis: Japanese Yen at a Crossroads as Markets Weigh Next Move

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The yen has been here before — will history repeat itself, or is this time genuinely different?

LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Japanese yen remains a widely discussed currency following a coordinated, record-setting US-Japan intervention that began on 30 July. Before the intervention, USD/JPY was trading near ¥164 – a 40-year low for the yen.

The initial intervention weighed on USD/JPY, triggering losses of more than 400 pips (-2.4%) in a single day, with further intervention on 31 July prompting another 200-pip decline. Despite a tentative recovery from ¥155 to approximately ¥158 – the underside of the pair’s 200-day SMA – market participants are understandably on edge, as both US and Japanese officials have said they are prepared to intervene again if needed.

Japan has intervened on several occasions since 2022, but coordinated action with the US has been rare, most notably in the late 1990s and again in 2011. Both prior joint interventions marked turning points in the USD/JPY trend.

The question is why the US and Japan joined forces now. The US involvement was primarily to prevent a destabilising spike in domestic bond yields. As the largest foreign holder of US government debt, Japan typically finances interventions by selling Treasury holdings. To shield the bond market from a sell-off, the US Treasury financed its share by selling euros from reserves to buy yen.

FP Markets Chief Market Analyst Aaron Hill commented: ‘To prevent the yen from weakening further, intervention alone is unlikely to be sufficient. The BoJ would need to get involved, increasing the policy rate a few more times to send a serious signal to the market. But to keep the JPY structurally bid, it would also likely need an exogenous catalyst that incentivises repatriation back into the yen to put this capital to work on home soil. Without this, USD/JPY dip-buyers could emerge and target pre-intervention levels in the not-so-distant future’.

With volatility expected to remain elevated, access to reliable pricing, 24/7 customer support, fast execution, and an experienced customer support team is key. FP Markets offers competitive spreads, a wide range of FX currency pairs, including an extensive selection of JPY pairs, award-winning trading platforms, and timely market commentary to support traders in responding to fast-moving events such as currency interventions.

About FP Markets:

FP Markets is a global, multi-regulated, award-winning broker established in Sydney, Australia in 2005. The broker offers 10,000+ CFD instruments across seven asset classes, available on industry-leading platforms including MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, and cTrader.

FP Markets’ regulatory presence includes the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), the Financial Services Authority (FSA) in the Seychelles, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) of South Africa, and the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) of Kenya.

For more information, visit www.fpmarkets.com 

/C O R R E C T I O N — Elong Power Holding Limited/

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In the news release, Elong Power Holding Limited Announces the Change of Effective Date of its 1 for 45 Share Consolidations, issued 06-Aug-2026 by Elong Power Holding Limited over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the seventh paragraph, the pre-split number of shares outstanding sentence, should read as 35 million Class A ordinary shares of a par value of US$0.0128 each and approximately 114,515 Class B ordinary shares of a par value of US$0.0128 each rather than common shares will change from approximately 23 million to approximately 0.51 million as originally issued inadvertently. The complete, corrected release follows:

Elong Power Holding Limited Announces the Change of Effective Date of its 1 for 45 Share Consolidations

BEIJING, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Elong Power Holding Limited (Nasdaq: ELPW) (the “Company”), a provider of high power battery technologies for commercial and specialty alternative energy vehicles and energy storage systems, announced a share consolidation of the Company’s issued and outstanding Class A ordinary shares and Class B ordinary shares at a ratio of 1 for 45 shares (the “Reverse Split”) earlier today. The Company has announced a change of effective date of the Reverse Split. The Reverse Split will take effect at the open of The Nasdaq Stock Market (“Nasdaq”) on August 10, 2026.

On January 6, 2026, the Company held an extraordinary general meeting of the shareholders, and the shareholders approved to implement share consolidations of the Company’s Class A ordinary shares and Class B ordinary shares at any one time or multiple times, at the exact consolidation ratio and effective time as the Board may determine from time to time in its absolute discretion, provided that the accumulative consolidation ratio for all such share consolidations shall not be more than 4000:1, and authorized the Board to implement such share consolidations at any time during a period of up to two years of the date of the meeting. On July 31, 2026, the board approved implementation of the Reverse Split at a ratio of 1 for 45 shares.

The objective of the Reverse Split is to enable the Company to maintain compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5810(c)(3)(A)(iii), which requires issuers listed on Nasdaq to maintain a closing bid price of greater than $0.10.

Upon the open of trading on August 10, 2026, the Company’s Class A ordinary shares will begin trading on a Reverse Split-adjusted basis, under the same symbol “ELPW” but under a new CUSIP number, G3016G137.

As a result of the Reverse Split, each 45 Class A ordinary shares with a par value of $0.0128 will automatically combine and convert into one issued and outstanding Class A ordinary share with a par value of $0.576. Each 45 Class B ordinary shares with a par value of $0.0128 will automatically combine and convert into one issued and outstanding Class B ordinary share with a par value of $0.576. The Reverse Split will affect all shareholders uniformly and will not alter any shareholder’s percentage ownership interest in the Company, except for minimal changes that may result from the treatment of fractional shares. No action is required by shareholders holding their shares through a brokerage account.

No fractional shares will be issued to any shareholders in connection with the Reverse Split, and each shareholder will be entitled to receive one full Class A ordinary share or Class B ordinary share, as applicable, in the Company in lieu of the fractional share that would have resulted from the Reverse Split.

At the time the share consolidation is effective, the Company’s total issued and outstanding Class A ordinary shares will change from approximately 35 million Class A ordinary shares of a par value of US$0.0128 each and approximately 114,515 Class B ordinary shares of a par value of US$0.0128 each to approximately 0.78 million Class A ordinary shares of a par value of US$0.576 each and approximately 2,545 Class B ordinary shares of a par value of US$0.576 each, respectively. The Company’s authorized shares will be proportionally reduced.

About Elong Power Holding Limited

Elong Power Holding Limited, a Cayman Islands exempted company, is committed to the research and development, manufacturing, sales and service of high-power lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and construction machinery, as well as large-capacity, long-cycle lithium-ion batteries for energy storage systems. Elong Power is led by Ms. Xiaodan Liu, Elong Power’s Chairwoman and CEO.

Elong Power has a comprehensive product and technology system that includes battery cells, modules, system integration, and battery management system development, based on high-power lithium-ion batteries and battery system products for long-cycle energy storage devices. Elong Power offers advanced energy applications and full life cycle services. Its product portfolio includes products utilizing lithium manganese oxide and lithium iron phosphate, among others, to meet the needs of high-power applications and energy storage applications in various scenarios.

Forward‑Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When the Company uses words such as “may, “will, “intend,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “project,” “estimate” or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations discussed in the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the uncertainties related to market conditions and other factors discussed in the documents filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Additional factors are discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof.

For more information, please contact:

Elong Power Holding Limited
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The Ocean Connects Us All! Grand Opening of the “Formosa-Hawaii Cultural Festival” Marking the CIP’s 30th Anniversary, Taiwan Joins Hands with Hawaii to Bring Indigenous Culture to the World

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TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 August 2024 – From July 31 to August 2, the Council of Indigenous Peoples (CIP) joined hands with the State of Hawaii Office in Taipei to present the three-day “Formosa-Hawaii Cultural Festival” at the New Taipei City Citizen Plaza, inviting people from across Taiwan to immerse themselves in the world of Austronesia through music and dance, and experience firsthand the beauty and passion of Austronesian culture.

Chairperson Ljaucu Zingrur (Tseng Chih-Yung) of the Indigenous Peoples Council delivered opening remarks at the Aloha Taiwan Cultural Festival, expressing the hope that cultural exchanges between Taiwan and Hawaiʻi will deepen Austronesian cultural connections and help preserve the invaluable cultural heritage of Indigenous peoples.
Chairperson Ljaucu Zingrur (Tseng Chih-Yung) of the Indigenous Peoples Council delivered opening remarks at the Aloha Taiwan Cultural Festival, expressing the hope that cultural exchanges between Taiwan and Hawaiʻi will deepen Austronesian cultural connections and help preserve the invaluable cultural heritage of Indigenous peoples.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, CIP Minister Ljaucu‧Zingrur said that cultural experiences often move people deeply, and that sound policy can turn that emotion into lasting institutions. As the CIP marks its 30th anniversary this year, the opening ceremony of the Formosa-Hawaii Cultural Festival featured a special tribute honoring individuals who have made outstanding contributions to Indigenous affairs. Among these forerunners and partners are those who advocated internationally for the rights of their people, devoted their lives to rescuing endangered Indigenous languages, brought international acclaim to Taiwan through music, dance, and sport, and even those who became guardians of their communities for leading the swift evacuation of an entire village amid a raging storm and rebuilding it in the aftermath. In paying tribute to these unsung heroes, the Minister expressed hope that this honor will be passed on, inspiring more talented citizens to join in advancing Indigenous affairs. He also expressed that this cultural celebration is powerful proof that Indigenous culture is not only flourishing on Taiwan’s own soil, but is also embracing the world with the utmost confidence and openness as it steps onto the international stage.

The festival’s biggest draw is its lineup of top international music and dance performances from across the Pacific, alongside Golden Melody Award-winning stars, paired with a lively, delicious, and fun Austronesian-themed marketplace, together creating the most exuberant summer party of the season! The whole venue is awash in the romance of Aloha. Visitors can savor Hawaiian Kona coffee and Indigenous delicacies in the Austronesian-themed exhibition area, try their hand at Hula dancing and lei making, and enter a daily lucky draw for limited-quantity market vouchers. Families of all ages can spend a leisurely afternoon into the evening enjoying live music while browsing the market stalls, experiencing firsthand the distinctive cultural charm and way of life shared by Taiwan’s Indigenous peoples and Hawaii.

The three-day program offered one highlight after another. During the day, the State of Hawaii Office in Taipei brought in the internationally acclaimed Ke Kai O Kahiki, a dance group known for powerful, masculine hula performances, to showcase the depth of Hawaiian culture. Furthermore, the CIP has invited music and dance troupes from Palau and Tuvalu to share the profound bonds of Pacific heritage. As night falls, Golden Melody Award-winning stars took the stage in succession. On July 31, “The Call of Mountains and Sea” kicked off with performances by Usay Kawlu, Utjung Tjakivalid, and Kasiwa; on August 1, “The Night of Island Sounds” brought Princess Ai and Abao back-to-back; and on August 2, “Aloha Night” closed the festival with a grand finale by Biung and Abus, pouring out the soul of the ocean through the most contemporary electronic beats and rhythms.

The CIP and the State of Hawaii Office in Taipei warmly invited people across Taiwan to bring family and friends to the New Taipei City Citizen Plaza this weekend, to enjoy live music, explore the marketplace, and experience firsthand this not-to-be-missed summer party rich in culture.

Photo: Chairperson Ljaucu Zingrur (Tseng Chih-Yung) of the Indigenous Peoples Council delivered opening remarks at the Aloha Taiwan Cultural Festival, expressing the hope that cultural exchanges between Taiwan and Hawaiʻi will deepen Austronesian cultural connections and help preserve the invaluable cultural heritage of Indigenous peoples.

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Unikeyic Electronics Ranked No. 7 on Supply Chain Connect’s 2026 Top 50 Asia Pacific Distributors List

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The Singapore-headquartered distributor enters the region’s top 10, following its No. 19 placement on the 2026 Top 50 Global Electronics Distributors List in May.

SINGAPORE, Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Unikeyic Electronics today announced it has been ranked No. 7 on Supply Chain Connect’s 2026 Top 50 Asia Pacific Distributors List, published on July 22, 2026. The placement puts Unikeyic among the region’s top 10 electronic components distributors and marks the company’s second industry recognition this year.

Unikeyic Electronics Ranked No. 7 on Supply Chain Connect's 2026 Top 50 Asia Pacific Distributors List
Unikeyic Electronics Ranked No. 7 on Supply Chain Connect’s 2026 Top 50 Asia Pacific Distributors List

In May 2026, Unikeyic was ranked No. 19 on Supply Chain Connect’s 2026 Top 50 Global Electronics Distributors List, its first entry into the global top 20. Taken together, the two rankings reflect the company’s continued progress in inventory coverage, quality assurance, fulfillment responsiveness, and digital procurement support across both global and regional markets.

Asia Pacific is the region where Unikeyic’s supply chain infrastructure is most established, making a top 10 placement particularly significant for the company. Two recognitions within a single year indicate that the capabilities Unikeyic is building for engineers, buyers, and manufacturers are creating measurable value in a fast-changing supply environment. The company extends its thanks to the customers, suppliers, and partners whose continued collaboration made this recognition possible.

Supply Chain Connect, a publication of Endeavor Business Media, covers the global electronics supply chain and publishes annual rankings of leading distributors worldwide and by region. The full Asia Pacific list is available at supplychainconnect.com.

Core capabilities supporting global and regional customers:

  • Scale and breadth. 300,000+ in-stock SKUs, authorized distribution partnerships with 200+ brands, and a 300,000 sq ft smart warehouse supporting fast global dispatch.
  • Quality assurance. An in-house testing laboratory that is CNAS-accredited and ILAC MRA-recognized, with test reports recognized in 100+ economies, helping customers source authentic, quality-assured components with confidence.
  • Agile fulfillment. Same-business-day dispatch for in-stock items, helping customers shorten lead times and reduce supply risk, with strong support for high-mix, low-volume sourcing requirements.
  • Digital integration. BOM tools, RFQ support, and enterprise API integration for real-time inventory access, pricing visibility, and seamless ERP connectivity.
  • Operational stability. Backed by a listed parent company with more than 20 years of supply chain infrastructure, providing procurement reliability, transaction security, and flexible payment options.

Looking ahead, Unikeyic will continue investing in inventory depth, brand coverage, quality assurance, digital procurement capabilities, and global service efficiency.

About Unikeyic Electronics

Unikeyic Electronics supplies electronic components for industrial control, automotive electronics, robotics, medical electronics, IoT, communications, and new energy applications.

Unikeyic Electronics is an electronic components distribution brand operated by UNIKEY ELECTRONICS PTE. LTD., a Singapore-headquartered company serving design engineers, buyers, ODMs, OEMs, and EMS providers in more than 100 countries and regions through unikeyic.com. With 300,000+ in-stock SKUs, a 300,000 sq ft smart warehouse, and authorized distribution partnerships with 200+ brands, Unikeyic supports fast global dispatch and efficient electronic components procurement.

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