URAYASU, CHIBA, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2026 – Oriental Land Co., Ltd. and ORIENTAL LAND CRUISE Co., Ltd. announced that the name of its new Disney cruise ship, to commence operations for the first time in Japan with Tokyo International Cruise Terminal as its primary homeport, has been determined as Disney Imagination.
Concept image of the Disney Imagination cruise ship
Disney Imagination is a ship of dreams and wishes filled with the power of “imagination” — the heart of Disney’s storytelling. The name embodies the hope for guests of all generations to enjoy their voyage while experiencing the “imagination” of Disney.
Disney character depicted on the stern of the ship
Disney Imagination will bring guests on an ocean journey where they can immerse themselves in the world of Disney magic, wonder and fantasy, and create cherished memories that last a lifetime.
Additionally, the ship’s stern will feature Ariel from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film The Little Mermaid. Ariel joins Sebastian, the court composer crab, to paint the ship’s name on the stern.
Onboard Disney Imagination, guests can look forward to a diverse array of entertainment. This includes spectacular stage shows performed in a theater seating over 1,300 guests; stage shows on the outdoor deck featuring Disney Characters; programs offered at various locations inside the ship; and greetings with Disney Characters in exclusive Disney cruise attire.
The ship will also boast approximately 30 unique food and beverage venues, from three main dining restaurants each with a unique theme and menu, to cafes and bars, alongside shops offering Disney Imagination-exclusive merchandise and more. Furthermore, dedicated areas offering engaging programs for children will be available, while adult guests can enjoy exclusive areas for a serene and relaxing time. Every guest will find their own unique way to experience a dream cruise.
Oriental Land Group’s cruise business in Japan will operate under the official name Disney Cruise Line Japan. With Disney Imagination as its very first Disney cruise ship, this project will be the Oriental Land Group’s testament to new challenges and growth, expanding the stage from Maihama onto the high seas and establishing a new pillar alongside its theme park and hotel businesses.
Through a one-of-a-kind experience that combines the leisurely rhythm of a cruise with Disney storytelling and dedicated hospitality, the Oriental Land Group will harness its knowledge and ingenuity to create a family entertainment cruise where every guest, from adults to children, becomes the star of the show.
Please look forward to Disney Imagination setting sail in spring 2029.
From Italy’s Vineyard Precision to Sun-Enriched French Marine Aquaculture, EU-Certified Delicacies Showcase European Excellence with Climatic Adaptability and Natural Resilience
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2026 – European culinary heritage enters a refined chapter in Hong Kong as Franciacorta PDO sparkling wines from Northern Italy and Marennes OléronPGI oysters from Southwestern France unite for a prestigious campaign. Under the recurring motif of “European Elegance for Any Moment,” this joint initiative brings two of Europe’s most revered regional delicacies to Hong Kong’s discerning epicures and fine-dining establishments in time for the upcoming seasonal celebrations.
Underpinning this collaborative arrival is the European Union’s quality certification system established in 1992, comprising Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) and Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) labels. These certifications guarantee that every step of production adheres to strict, time-honored specifications, preserving authentic territorial identity, sustainable practices, and uncompromised excellence. Hong Kong gourmets can now discover these exceptional products through leading local food and wine purveyors across the city.
Franciacorta PDO: Adaptable Viticulture & The Art of Bottle Ageing
As the 2026 vintage unfolds, the Franciacorta appellation in Lombardy has demonstrated extraordinary viticultural agility and human expertise in response to evolving weather patterns. Following a warm spring and high summer temperatures across the rolling glacial hills of Brescia, local winegrowers initiated harvesting on July 30 in the Montorfano area, marking the earliest start in the appellation’s history. This proactive strategy allowed wineries to pick grapes at optimal balance, preserving the vibrant acidity and aromatic purity essential for traditional-method sparkling wines.
Spanning more than 3,500 hectares and 120 wineries, Franciacorta’s terroir, influenced by cooling alpine breezes from Lake Iseo, is cultivated primarily with Chardonnay, Pinot Nero, and Pinot Bianco, alongside the indigenous, late-ripening Erbamat varietal, which is also included among the permitted varieties for the denomination, bestowing extra structural depth and freshness to the wines. The appellation’s disciplined winemaking rules dictate extended secondary fermentation in the bottle, expressed through a spectrum of distinct typologies:
Franciacorta
Crafted primarily from Chardonnay and/or Pinot Nero, with Pinot Bianco permitted up to 50% and Erbamat up to 10%. Aged on the lees for a minimum of 18 months under 5 to 6 atmospheres of pressure, delivering savoury, zesty notes of freshly baked bread and yeast, citrus, and dried fruits across dosage categories from bone-dry Pas Dosé to Demi-Sec.
Franciacorta Satèn
Crafted exclusively from white grapes (Chardonnay with Pinot Bianco up to 50%) and bottled at a lower pressure of maximum 5 atmospheres, yielding an ultra-fine, silky, and creamy Brut profile aged on the lees for at least 24 months.
Franciacorta Rosé
Formulated with at least 35% Pinot Nero fermented on the skins, blended with Chardonnay and/or Pinot Bianco, and aged for a minimum of 24 months, it exhibits a full-bodied structure with pronounced aromas of wild strawberry, rose, and toasted notes, finishing clean and zesty. It is produced across all dosage categories, from Pas Dosé to Demi-Sec.
Franciacorta Millesimato
Produced only in exceptional years, this single-vintage expression requires at least 85% of the wine to originate from the stated vintage. Aged on the lees for a minimum of 30 months, its complex profile directly mirrors the distinct weather patterns and grape quality of that specific harvest. It is crafted across various dosage categories, ranging from Pas Dosé to Extra Dry, except for Satèn Millesimato, which is produced exclusively as Brut.
Franciacorta Riserva
Representing the highest expression of single-vintage quality, Riserva wines undergo extended ageing on the lees for a minimum of 60 months. This prolonged bottle maturation imparts exceptionally complex and evolved aromas and flavours. It is crafted in Pas Dosé, Extra Brut, and Brut categories, with Satèn Riserva produced exclusively as Brut.
In parallel, Marennes Oléron oyster producers along France’s Atlantic coast in Charente-Maritime report a high-quality season, backed by the natural marine resilience and responsible, cycle-based aquaculture. As an ancient marine species that has adapted to shifting ocean environments over hundreds of millions of years, oysters naturally adjust to environmental changes. Operating under strict cahier des charges (production specifications), local growers practice a philosophy of restraint—using no artificial feeding or chemical treatments—while voluntarily halting summer harvesting between June and August to respect natural reproductive cycles.
This seasonal pause, combined with high levels of summer sunshine in 2026, generated an abundance of natural microalgae across the 3,000 hectares of shallow clay ponds known as claires. As harvesting resumes for the traditional claires finishing process, these sun-nourished conditions produce notably plump, firm, and flavorful oysters. The resulting portfolio offers nuanced marine profiles tailored for every seafood connoisseur:
Fine de Claire
Light, elegant, and less fleshy, beloved for the subtle freshness of its marine profile.
Fine de Claire Verte
Famous for its signature green-gilled hue, offering a unique vegetal nuance from naturally occurring blue microalgae in the ponds.
Spéciale de Claire
Plump, firm, and visibly meatier, exhibiting a balance between natural sweetness and ocean saltiness.
Pousse en Claire
The benchmark quality of the basin, cultivated for at least four months at low density in the ponds, allows each oyster extended feeding time to achieve a firm, luxurious mouthfeel filled with briny, nutty, vegetal, and mineral complexity.
Gastronomic Synergy: From Raw Bar to Contemporary Culinary Art
When paired, Franciacorta PDO wines and Marennes Oléron PGI oysters establish a harmony of umami, salinity, and effervescence. The fine bubbles and crisp acidity of crafted Franciacorta wines act as a palate cleanser, balancing the creamy texture and natural brine of fresh oysters. Served raw at ideal temperatures, between 6°C and 10°C for the sparkling wines and 5°C to 15°C for the oysters, the duo offers a sophisticated tasting experience.
The Festive Tasting Menu: A Four-Act Harmony
A curated gastronomic journey celebrating the dialogue between Italian effervescence and French ocean terroir.
Act I: The Crisp Ocean Prelude
The Shell: Fine de Claire (light, elegant, and gracefully restrained with a delicate marine salinity)
The Pour: Franciacorta Brut or Satèn
The Synergy: Vibrant effervescence complements the oyster’s gentle brine, accentuating its subtle creaminess and leaving a refreshed, clean palate.
Act II: Herbal Marine & Floral Elegance
The Shell: Fine de Claire Verte (famous for its natural green gills and subtle, herbal-vegetal notes)
The Pour: Franciacorta Satèn or BrutMillesimato
The Synergy: The silky, rounded texture of white-grape sparkling wine with nuances of toasted nuts and delicate florals echoes the oyster’s unique herbal complexity.
Act III: Satisfying Meatiness & Zesty Balance
The Shell: Spéciale de Claire (plump and meatier with a balance of sweetness and ocean salt)
The Pour: Franciacorta Brut
The Synergy: The wine’s bright, zesty acidity and structure balance the oyster’s richer, satisfying mouthfeel.
Act IV: The High-Gastronomy Highlight
The Shell: Pousse en Claire (slow-matured in the claires for intense, multi-layered depth)
The Pour: Franciacorta Pas Dosé
The Synergy: Bone-dry, mineral-driven purity meets concentrated umami, nutty richness, and deep marine complexity.
Landing in Hong Kong in time for memorable festive celebrations, Franciacorta PDO wines are now accessible at Watson’s Wine, Enoteca, and Wine Paradise. Meanwhile, Marennes Oléron PGI oysters are available for direct delivery through fine food partners, including Bon-Eat-O, Cheese Club, JFood, and Seafood Society.
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About Franciacorta PDO Wines
Franciacorta wines are produced in the renowned Italian region of Franciacorta and bear the strict PDO certification. This certification attests to the regulations that the Franciacorta PDO must meet to preserve the special flavours and quality nurtured in the region. Made mainly from Chardonnay, Pinot Nero, Pinot Bianco, and Erbamat grapes, the traditional secondary fermentation in the bottle ensures refined bubbles, rich aromas and savoury complexity.
About Marennes Oléron PGI Oysters
Marennes Oléron oysters originate from a special growing region in the Marennes Oléron region of France, and are PGI-certified. Matured in a distinctive environment with tidal currents and mineral-rich seawater, they are characterised by an aromatic, creamy taste. A sign of quality and protection of the local region, the PGI label gives consumers a high degree of confidence in the standard of the oysters cultivated here.
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UAF registration strengthens compliance footing in Latin America
SANTIAGO, CHILE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2026 – XTransfer, a leading global B2B cross-border trade payment platform, announced that XTransfer Chile SpA has completed registration with Chile’s Unidad de Análisis Financiero (UAF), marking a key milestone in its Latin America expansion.
UAF registration strengthens compliance footing of XTransfer in Latin America.
The registration strengthens XTransfer’s local compliance foundation in Chile and supports its ability to provide cross-border payment solutions to businesses in the market. XTransfer specialises in serving SMEs engaged in international trade, helping them simplify international collections and payments while navigating cross-border trade and compliance requirements.
China–Chile Trade Growth Fuels Demand for Cross-border Payments The China–Chile Free Trade Agreement was the first bilateral free trade agreement signed between China and a Latin American country, coming into effect in 2006. Bilateral trade between China and Chile grew from over US$7 billion in 2005 to US$66.905 billion in 2025, with China remaining Chile’s largest trading partner for many consecutive years, according to China Customs data. According to XTransfer data, payment collections from Latin America rose 94% year-on-year in 2025, with collections from Chile increasing by 79%, reflecting the deepening trade ties between the two countries.
Solving the Export Payment Bottleneck However, many exporters still face the bottleneck of “easy to export, hard to get paid”. Latin American buyers often prefer paying in local currencies, while exporters may lack suitable collection channels. USD settlement can add FX costs and cross-border fees, and post-payment steps, including conversion, settlement, and repatriation, can slow cash flow and affect fulfilment. Businesses therefore need a full-chain solution covering pay, collect, settle, and repatriate.
To address this, XTransfer leverages its global local collection network and partnerships with licensed financial institutions to provide eligible companies with local-currency collection accounts in key Latin American markets including Chile, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina and Peru, supporting currencies such as Chilean Peso, Brazilian Real and Mexican Peso. Buyers can pay from local bank accounts via local clearing, while exporters can convert and settle into RMB through XTransfer, accelerating fund return and improving cash utilisation.
“Completing our UAF registration is a key milestone in our Latin America expansion,” said Violas Xiao, Singapore and LatAm CEO of XTransfer. “XTransfer will continue to invest in regulated markets and strengthen its payment infrastructure to support SMEs participating in cross-border commerce,” she added. Hashtag: #XTransfer #Chile #LatAm #Crossborder #Payment #EmgergingMarkets
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XTransfer
XTransfer is the world’s largest B2B cross-border trade payment platform with over US$60 billion TPV in 2025, according to CIC. Founded in 2017 as one of the first payment platforms worldwide dedicated to B2B cross-border trade, we serve the largest customer base of over 1,000,000 registered SMEs globally.
We connect top-tier financial institutions directly to SMEs, the backbone of global trade, giving businesses of every size access to the same secure, compliant and seamless payment infrastructure once reserved for multinationals. As of March 31, 2026, we provide payment services across more than 200 countries and regions through partnerships with financial institutions, including some of the most established international banks around the world.
XTransfer has obtained required licenses in major hubs, including the Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong SAR, the United Kingdom, the United States, Singapore, the Netherlands, Australia and Canada.
Hand-painted works of stillness and quiet dignity presented at Ca’ Foscari Esposizioni during the 61st Venice Biennale
VENICE, ITALY – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2026 – Renowned Beijing-born painter, educator, and Vice President of the Li Keran Academy of Painting, Li Xiaogang (b. 1958), is featured in the research exhibition “Metamorphosis: Beyond the Real – Searching for Victoria Lu. When Humans and AI Think Together, the Story Begins.” Held at Ca’ Foscari Esposizioni (Dorsoduro 3246) during the 61st Venice Art Biennale, the exhibition—curated by Chief Curator Angelo Maggi alongside co-curators Fei Jun, Fu Sen, and Chuang Cheng-chi—examines the life of critic and curator Victoria Lu while exploring authorship, memory, and subjectivity in the age of artificial intelligence.
Li Xiaogang, Tajik Girl, 2023
Presented his works (viewable at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSy-HJuSXYc) within a tech-driven narrative space, Li infuses his paintings with patience, quiet dignity, and human touch. Built slowly by hand, layer upon layer, his textured tempera surfaces bring portraits, still lifes, and rural scenes into a calm, timeless presence. His artistic outlook synthesizes the aesthetic of mono no aware—a nuanced awareness of impermanence—with the influences of Piero della Francesca, Andrew Wyeth, and Balthus.
Reflecting on the exhibition’s focus on artificial intelligence, Li emphasizes that human emotion and tactile presence remain irreplaceable. While AI thrives on rapid generation, tempera demands deliberate slowness, creating a compelling contrast that reaffirms the value of craftsmanship.
For Li, participating in the exhibition is a return to the historical origins of his medium. Having studied Renaissance tempera and fresco in Italy in 1992 following postgraduate studies in Japan under tempera master Ritsuo Maeda, Li continues his lifelong mission to bring Chinese tempera practice to global audiences. “Art ultimately confronts the universal human condition. Beyond regional labels or historical techniques, I hope global audiences experience how tempera—an ancient Western medium—can be reimagined through an Eastern lens to express a shared human experience of time, memory, and emotion.”— Li Xiaogang
To discover more about Li Xiaogang’s artistic journey and view his extended collection of works, visit https://atelierxg.com/li-xiaogang.
Hashtag: #LiXiaogang #AtelierXG #VeniceBiennale
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About Atelier XG
Atelier XG represents artist Li Xiaogang globally, connecting his work with collectors, institutions, and cultural partners worldwide.
Program expansion introduces Technology and Distributor tracks, Partner Growth Funding, and annual partner awards to accelerate growth and strengthen the global GRC ecosystem.
SAN DIEGO, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Optro, the leading AI-powered GRC Intelligence Platform, today announced significant enhancements to its global partner program, Optro Partner Connect. The updates include two new partner tracks, Partner Growth Funding (PGF), and the upcoming Optro Partner Connect Awards launching in 2027. The announcement was made at Optro’s Partner Forum at CRX, its annual user conference taking place this year in San Diego.
These updates reinforce Optro’s commitment to building a collaborative, high-value ecosystem that empowers partners to scale while providing customers with seamless GRC Intelligence.
Expanding the Ecosystem: New Program Tracks
Technology Partner Track: Designed for independent software vendors and developers, this two-tiered track provides API tools, sandbox access, and dedicated support to co-develop integrated workflows with Optro. These validated integrations automate data movement, accelerating time to value for customers.
Distributor Track: Tailored for large-scale aggregators, this track enables partners to anchor their catalogs with Optro’s GRC Intelligence Platform while leveraging their existing credit and billing infrastructure. It simplifies global enterprise procurement by allowing customers to buy through local partners in native currencies with accredited delivery support.
Fueling Investment and Innovation: Growth Funding & Annual Awards
Optro Partner Connect Partner Growth Funding (PGF): To help partners scale capabilities and demand generation, Optro is co-investing capital directly into partner-led marketing, enablement, and practice-building initiatives linked to joint strategic business plans. Partners in qualifying tiers may submit proposals for Optro funding.
Optro Partner Connect Awards: Launching in 2027, these annual awards will formally recognize partners driving exceptional growth, delivery excellence, and ecosystem innovation, celebrating top performers across Optro’s global channels.
“Being part of Optro’s technology partner track gives us the access and support needed for our integration,” said Frank Vukovits, Chief Security Scientist at Delinea Fastpath. “Now, critical IT general controls evidence, like segregation of duties analysis and user access reviews, flow directly from Delinea Fastpath into customer control libraries in Optro, so auditor requests can be answered directly from the platform.”
“As enterprises and public sector organizations across North America navigate increasingly complex compliance demands, having seamless procurement and trusted aggregation is vital,” said Mike Allers, Vice President, Cybersecurity Business Development at TD SYNNEX. “Expanding our partnership with Optro through the new Distributor track allows TD SYNNEX to leverage our vast B2B network of VARs, system integrators, and service providers to scale Optro’s GRC Intelligence Platform. Together, we are simplifying enterprise procurement and equipping thousands of resellers with the infrastructure and solutions needed to transform risk into opportunity.”
“Our partners are fundamental to our ability to solve complex GRC challenges for enterprises across the globe,” said Jim Sperduto, Chief Growth Officer at Optro. “These new program tracks and investments through Partner Growth Funding reflect our focus on providing the resources, financial co-investment, and technical support our partners need to build profitable, differentiated practices with Optro’s GRC Intelligence Platform.”
To learn more or apply to join Optro Partner Connect, visit optro.ai.
About Optro
Optro (formerly AuditBoard) helps enterprises transform risk into opportunity through its AI-powered GRC Intelligence Platform. More than 50% of the Fortune 500 trust Optro to elevate audit, risk, and compliance in addressing a new era of risk. Optro is top-rated by customers on G2 and was named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Tools, Assurance Leaders. To learn more, visitoptro.ai.
Deeper integration with Xplan as part of latest evolution of FAYBL agentic platform
Highlights
AI financial advisory platform FAYBL appoints Xplan co-founder and former Iress Chief Executive Andrew Walsh as President (International) of FAYBL
FAYBL is rolling out a deeper integration with Iress’ Xplan
Rollout of FAYBL platform update – v2.5 – underway, with additional 6 firms onboarding
SYDNEY, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — FAYBL, the agentic AI platform for financial advisers, today announced the appointment of experienced financial industry executive Andrew Walsh as the company’s President (International).
Andrew Walsh, President (International), FAYBL
The appointment comes as FAYBL delivers deeper and richer integration with Iress’ Xplan as part of the latest evolution of its platform.
Mr Walsh is the co-founder of Xplan, the advice platform used by financial advisory practices across Australia, the UK, New Zealand and other markets, and led Iress as Chief Executive for 13 years.
As President (International) of FAYBL, Mr Walsh will lead its work with licensees, platforms and advice firms as the company moves to firm-wide rollouts in Australia and internationally.
Speaking about his appointment, Mr Walsh said: “I’ve spent much of my career building the systems advisers rely on every day. What’s changed now is that software can do more than store the work – it can help do it. FAYBL offers the capability to drive the adviser’s existing systems, safely and with the adviser in control, thereby unlocking the scaling potential of practices.”
Rollout of FAYBL V2.5 underway
Mr Walsh’s appointment comes as FAYBL commences the rollout of its latest platform update, FAYBL v2.5.
As part of the update, FAYBL’s AI agent (Faybl) now has the capability to work across client records, documents and file notes, tasks and workflow, the diary, portfolio, and modelling information.
Purpose-built for the highly regulated, high-trust environment of advice, Faybl integrates directly into existing software systems while maintaining strict guardrails that keep advisers and licensees in control. Moving beyond merely describing workflows to actively executing them, Faybl prepares models strategies, drafts documents, raises tasks, and records completed actions, with every action submitted for approval before any data is written back to other systems.
Chris Holmes of Wealth Laboratory said: “Faybl has brought the joy back to financial planning. The days of being weighed down by endless administration are gone, allowing me to focus on what I enjoy most – meeting with clients and developing meaningful strategies to help them achieve their goals. If the growing administrative and compliance burden is taking you away from your clients, I cannot recommend Faybl highly enough.”
While basic AI is now common in financial advice, it is used mostly for meeting notes and simple tasks, and leaves the adviser’s day largely unchanged.
By contrast, FAYBL V2.5 is an agent that effectively works with the adviser throughout the day. It will prepare client files before reviews, draft advice documents from the firm’s own templates, pre-fill fact-finds and flag what it couldn’t verify, and run the firm’s processes the same way for every adviser.
“I’m excited to have Andrew join our leadership team,” said Steven Goh, co-founder and CEO of FAYBL. “An AI agentic experience can transform the professional experience and economics of advice for the better. Andrew joining and V2.5 are big steps towards that.”
FAYBL V2.5 is available now to Profile Financial Services, Financial Advice Matters, Transition Wealth, Knight Group, Obra Wealth, Wealth Laboratory and many others. Further firm launches will be announced in November. Advisers at Count.ed 2026 can see Faybl working with Xplan at the FAYBL stand.
About FAYBL
FAYBL (YBL.ai Inc.) builds Faybl, an agentic AI platform for financial advisers and their teams. Fay works inside the systems advisers already use, including Iress’ Xplan, to carry out client and practice work under the adviser’s direction and approval. FAYBL is led by co-founder and CEO Steven Goh, President (International) Andrew Walsh and President (Americas) Doug Bewsher. It serves advice practices in Australia, the United States and the United Kingdom. www.faybl.com
From 14 October, eligible Medibank members living with cancer can access Osara Health’s Cancer Coach program for personalised support with the physical and emotional challenges of diagnosis and treatment.
SYDNEY, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Osara Health has partnered with Medibank, one of Australia’s largest private health insurers, to offer its evidence-based Cancer Coach program to Medibank members with cancer. The partnership makes the program available to more than 4 million Medibank customers, subject to eligibility.
Osara Health and Medibank partner to provide eligible members living with cancer access to personalised, one-on-one cancer coaching and support.
Around 170,000 cases of cancer are diagnosed in Australia each year.1 Alongside their treatment, many are managing fatigue, poor sleep, reduced fitness and the emotional impact of a diagnosis, while also keeping up with work and family life.
Through the program, each participant works one-on-one with a dedicated health coach. Osara Health’s coaches are exercise physiologists trained in health coaching. They help participants set personal health goals and give practical guidance on fatigue, sleep, physical activity, nutrition and emotional wellbeing. Participants also receive personalised education and access to the Osara Health app.
The program is delivered remotely over 6 to 12 weeks, so members can take part from home, including in regional and remote areas. It complements the care provided by each person’s treating team, and participants keep access to the app and educational resources after their coaching ends.
“As a Radiation Oncologist, I saw how much of the cancer experience happens between appointments,” said Dr Raghav Murali-Ganesh, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Osara Health. “Patients would leave the clinic and deal with exhaustion, worry and questions about work and family largely on their own. Our coaches help people manage those everyday challenges, and our partnership with Medibank means many more Australians with cancer can now get that support.”
“When someone receives a cancer diagnosis, they need compassionate, responsive support. An important question is what happens beyond their hospital visits. Through our partnership with Osara Health, we can help members navigate that experience with dedicated cancer coaching alongside their medical care,” said Dr Paul Eleftheriou, Chief Medical Officer, Medibank and AHM.
The Cancer Coach program is supported by peer-reviewed research. A study published in JMIR Cancer in 2026 found that people who took part reported, on average, clinically meaningful improvements in both their physical and mental health.2
Eligible Medibank members can join the program from 14 October 2026, subject to eligibility.
About Osara Health Osara Health provides evidence-based cancer support through one-on-one health coaching, personalised education and digital tools. Founded by oncologists in 2016, Osara Health helps people affected by cancer understand their diagnosis and look after their health and wellbeing during and after treatment. It partners with insurers and employers in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the United States, and its programs are backed by more than 10 peer-reviewed studies. For more information, visit osarahealth.com.
About Medibank Medibank is a health company providing private health insurance and health services to millions of people across Australia through Medibank, ahm and Amplar Health. It is focused on helping people live better, healthier lives by giving everyone greater choice, better access and more value from the health system. Medibank works with health professionals, hospitals and governments to develop new approaches to care, expand health prevention programs and personalise health products and services.
INTERVIEWS Dr Raghav Murali-Ganesh, Radiation Oncologist and Chief Executive Officer of Osara Health, is available for interview.
References 1. Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. Cancer data in Australia: overview of cancer in Australia, 2025. 2. Lewis J, Wang S, Jue TR, Atkins T, Irwin SA, Nanda P, Sangar D, Mackenzie L, Murali-Ganesh R. Evaluating a telehealth coaching and mobile-based digital engagement intervention for people with cancer using the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System Global Health: pilot questionnaire study. JMIR Cancer. 2026;12:e72647. https://doi.org/10.2196/72647
Vortex Returns 19.6 meters at 30.49 g/t Gold and 1,726.72 g/t Silver
Highest Gold Grades in Hycroft’s History
WINNEMUCCA, Nev., Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: HYMC) (“Hycroft” or “the Company”), a U.S.-based gold and silver exploration and development company that owns the Hycroft Mine, today announces additional drill results from the 2025 – 2026 Exploration Drill Program (the “Drill Program”), including the highest-grade intercept reported in the Company’s history.
Vortex Highlights:
Hole H26D-6175A:
19.6 meters at 30.49 g/t gold and 1,726.72 g/t silver
Including 1.7 meters at 347.07 g/t gold and 9,526.36 g/t silver
Visible gold present in the intercept
Represents the best hole ever drilled in Hycroft’s more than 40-year history and the highest gold grades ever reported at Hycroft
Highest silver grades ever drilled at Vortex
This intercept extends farther to the west and south of previously reported high-grade gold and silver intercepts
The style of alteration and mineralization could indicate proximity to a potential source of the Vortex system
Diane Garrett, Executive Chairman and CEO, commented: “Hole H26D-6175A is an exceptional result and the best hole in our history. The silver-equivalent grade is more than 50% higher than that of our previous best hole, and this intercept contained the highest gold grades ever reported at Hycroft, with visible gold observed in the intercept. The combination of higher grades and longer intercepts suggests we may be getting close to a potential source of the Vortex system. Follow-up drilling is already underway and we look forward to accelerating the work at the Vortex and Brimstone systems.”
Table 1. Selected Drill Intercepts
Hole ID
FROM
TO
INTERVAL
GRADE
(meters)
(meters)
(meters)
Ag (g/t)
Au (g/t)
AgEQ(g/t)
AuEQ (g/t)
Vortex
H26D-6175A
416.5
436.1
19.6
1,726.72
30.49
4,013.47
53.51
Including
433.2
434.9
1.7
9,526.36
347.07
35,556.61
474.09
In addition to the high-grade gold and silver intercepts noted above, H26D-6175A also intersected significant intervals of gold and silver mineralization throughout the length of the hole, further enhancing the mineralization within the resource.
The figure below represents gold interpolants in the Vortex system using a 1.0 g/t gold cutoff grade.
Figure 1
1 g/t Gold Cutoff Grade Interpolants
Figure 1, 1 g/t Gold Cutoff Grade Interpolants
About Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation
Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation is a US-based gold and silver company exploring and developing the Hycroft Mine, among the world’s largest precious metals deposits, located in Nevada, a Tier-1 mining jurisdiction. With a long history of heap leach operations, Hycroft is advancing to the next phase of operations for processing sulfide mineralization. In addition, Hycroft is engaged in a robust exploration drill program (2025-2026 Exploration Drill Program) to expand and advance the two new high-grade silver systems Brimstone and Vortex. These discoveries represent a significant value driver for the Hycroft Mine.
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included in this press release and in public statements by our officers or representatives that address activities, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. These include, but are not limited to, statements regarding future business strategy, plans and goals, competitive strengths, the advancement and development of the Hycroft Mine, the results and implications of metallurgical analysis and test work, and the expansion and growth of our business.
Forward-looking statements are often identified by future or conditional words such as “estimate,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “intend,” “believe,” “target,” “budget,” “may,” “can,” “will,” “would,” “could,” “should,” “seeks,” “scheduled to” and similar words or expressions but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward looking. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections that involve a number of risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in the statements. The risks include, but are not limited to: (i) risks related to changes in our operations at the Hycroft Mine, including risks associated with the cessation of mining operations at the Hycroft Mine; uncertainties concerning estimates of mineral resources; risks related to the lack of a completed feasibility study; risks related to metallurgical test work and process development; and risks related to our ability to re-establish commercially feasible mining and processing operations; and (ii) industry-related risks, including fluctuations in the price of gold and silver; the commercial success of, and risks related to, our exploration and development activities; uncertainties and risks related to our reliance on contractors and consultants; and the availability and cost of equipment, supplies, energy or reagents.
Any exploration target described in this press release does not represent, and should not be construed to be, an estimate of a mineral resource or mineral reserve. Ranges of potential tonnage and grade (or quality) of an exploration target are conceptual in nature; there has been insufficient exploration of the relevant property or properties to estimate a mineral resource; and it is uncertain if further exploration will result in the estimation of a mineral resource.
These and other risks may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forwardlooking statements, and the occurrence of one or more of these events or circumstances, alone or in combination with others, may have a material adverse effect on our business, cash flows, financial condition and results of operations. Please see the “Risk Factors” outlined in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, and in other reports filed with the SEC, for more information about these and other risks.
Given these risks and uncertainties, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Although we have attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. Although these forward-looking statements are based on assumptions that we believe are reasonable when made, forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results, performance or achievements may differ materially from those made in or suggested by the forward-looking statements in this press release.
Any forward-looking statements made in this press release speak only as of the date of this press release. We undertake no obligation to update these forward-looking statements or to publicly announce the results of any revisions to any of those statements to reflect future events or developments, except as required by law.
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