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Taoping Selected for New US$2.8 Million Agricultural Product Supply Contract; Company Continues to Build Momentum in Important Growth Market

SHENZHEN, China, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Taoping Inc. (Nasdaq: TAOP, the “Company”), a provider of innovative smart cloud platform services and solutions, today announced that it has been selected for a new RMB 20 million (US$2.8 million) sales and purchase agreement. Under the latest agreement with Hunan Xiuxiang Agricultural Technology Co., Ltd. (“Xiuxiang Agricultural”), the two parties will cooperate over a two-year period, during which Taoping will supply designated agricultural products.

Xiuxiang Agricultural, based in Changsha, Hunan Province, specializes in the sale of vegetable products. After studying Taoping’s state-of-the-art agricultural base in Mengla County, Yunnan Province, the company selected Taoping to help further modernize its operations and increase supply chain efficiency.

Today’s agreement follows the major agreement Taoping announced earlier this year for a project expected to generate an annual output value of RMB 600 million (US$83.3 million) by 2027 in Mengla County, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province. The scope includes advanced agricultural planting, the efficient application of agricultural technologies, the incubation of high-tech enterprises, and agricultural ecological tourism.

Mr. Jianghuai Lin, Chairman and CEO of the Company, said: “I am very proud of our team for all of its hard work and continued execution. This is an exciting new growth market for us, where we can leverage our expertise to add tremendous value to our partners and, we believe, also unlock significant value for our shareholders. We are already seeing very high interest from potential partners, given the enormous demand for agricultural products, especially vegetables, in China due to its large population.”

“Our team has conducted several months of successful trials at our base in Mengla County, with positive improvements in both yield and quality of the products grown. We plan to further double down on our focus and investment in this large, new growth market, given the opportunities in front of us, including the newest contract we are announcing today. Moving forward, we will expand our planting areas, vigorously develop order-based agriculture, increase production capacity, and focus on market expansion. By providing high-quality agricultural products, we aim to meet customer demand and create additional revenue streams for the company.”

About Mengla County, Yunnan Province

Mengla County is located in the southeastern part of Yunnan Province, China, bordering Laos to the south. It is part of the Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture and is known for its tropical rainforest, rich biodiversity, and ethnic diversity, with significant Dai, Hani, and Yi populations. The county is home to parts of the Xishuangbanna National Nature Reserve, which protects endangered species like Asian elephants and gibbons. Mengla serves as an important trade hub between China and Laos, with the Mohan border crossing being a key point for cross-border commerce. The region’s economy is driven by tourism, agriculture (notably tea and rubber plantations), and trade.

About Taoping Inc.

Taoping Inc. (Nasdaq: TAOP) has a long history of successfully leveraging technology in the development of innovative solutions to help customers in both the private and public sectors to more effectively communicate and market to their desired targets. The Company has built a far-reaching city partner ecosystem and comprehensive portfolio of high-value, high-traffic areas for its products, which are aligned together with Taoping’s smart cloud platform, cloud services and solutions, new media and artificial intelligence. For more information about Taoping, please visit http://en.taop.com.  You can also follow us on X.

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OnCusp Therapeutics Announces Encouraging Initial Phase 1a Results from Ongoing First-in-Human Study Evaluating its CDH6-Directed Antibody-Drug Conjugate, CUSP06, in Platinum-Refractory/Resistant Ovarian Cancer and Other Advanced Solid Tumors at the 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting

CUSP06 is a CDH6-directed ADC with a differentiated profile and potentially best-in-class activity

CUSP06 demonstrated a manageable safety profile, consistent with other TOP1-inhibitor ADCs

Promising signs of efficacy were observed in patients with heavily pretreated platinum-resistant high-grade serous ovarian cancer (HGSOC) without CDH6 pre-selection

PRINCETON, N.J., June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — OnCusp Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming cutting-edge preclinical innovation into clinically validated treatments for cancer patients, today announced initial Ph1a data from its ongoing Phase 1 open-label, multicenter dose escalation and expansion study evaluating CUSP06, a CDH6-directed antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) with a differentiated profile, in patients with platinum-refractory/resistant ovarian cancer and other advanced solid tumors. The data are being presented today at the 2025 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting being held in Chicago, Illinois.

“We are excited by the early results, especially in platinum-resistant HGSOC, which demonstrated promising activity in a heavily pretreated population without requiring CDH6 biomarker selection,” said Dr. Bing Yuan, Co-Founder and CEO of OnCusp Therapeutics. “These data, together with previously presented preclinical findings, underscore the best-in-class potential of CUSP06. We look forward to observing promising data in the Phase 1b study and to bringing this therapy to patients with ovarian cancer and other CDH6-expressing solid tumors.”

The Phase 1 trial is an open-label, multicenter, first-in-human study of CUSP06. The primary objective of the study is to assess the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and preliminary efficacy of CUSP06 in patients with platinum-refractory/resistant ovarian cancer and other advanced solid tumors. The Phase 1a portion will determine the recommended doses for expansion and the Phase 1b portion will focus on further characterizing safety and efficacy in select tumor types.

As of May 13, 2025, data are available for 37 patients who have received CUSP06 once every three weeks (Q3W) at doses ranging from 1.6 to 5.6 mg/kg. These patients were heavily pretreated, with a median of 4 prior lines of therapy. Promising efficacy was observed in patients with heavily pretreated platinum-resistant HGSOC without CDH6 pre-selection. The overall response rate (ORR) was 36% in HGSOC (9/25; 5 confirmed (including 2 responders who had previously received mirvetuximab treatment) and 4 unconfirmed partial responses (PRs)). All patients with unconfirmed PRs remain on treatment. The ORR reached 50% at both 4.0 mg/kg + prophylactic granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) and 4.4 mg/kg + G-CSF cohorts (3/6 and 1/2 patients, respectively); all responders remain on treatment. The clinical benefit rate (CBR) was 92% (23/25). CA-125 responses occurred in 45% of Gynecologic Cancer InterGroup (GCIG)-evaluable HGSOC patients, further supporting clinical activity. Responses were seen in low and high-CDH6-expressing tumors. CUSP06 has been well tolerated, with manageable hematologic toxicities as the most common treatment-related adverse events. These Phase 1a safety and efficacy results support continued evaluation of CUSP06 in platinum-resistant HGSOC and other CDH6-positive tumors in Phase 1b expansion cohorts.

CUSP06 was recently granted Fast Track designation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of patients with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer.

Poster Presentation Details:

Title: First-in-human (FIH) Phase 1 study of CUSP06, a cadherin-6 (CDH6)-directed antibody-drug conjugate (ADC), in patients with platinum-refractory/resistant ovarian cancer and other advanced solid tumors.
Session Title: Developmental Therapeutics—Molecularly Targeted Agents and Tumor Biology
Date and Time: June 21:30 PM CDT
Abstract Number: 3042
Poster Number: 357
Location: Hall A

About CUSP06

CUSP06, a CDH6 ADC, is composed of a proprietary antibody with high CDH6 binding affinity, a protease-cleavable linker, and an exatecan payload (a potent and clinically validated topoisomerase-1 inhibitor). The linker is designed to complement the exatecan payload, enabling a stable and homogeneous ADC. The payload is a weak substrate for BCRP/P-gp, which are drug efflux pumps that drive chemoresistance to many therapies. In preclinical data, this linker-payload has been shown to have an increased “bystander effect” compared with competitor ADCs. CUSP06 has a drug-to-antibody ratio of eight. OnCusp obtained the exclusive global rights (outside of China) to lead the development and commercialization of CUSP06 from Multitude Therapeutics in 2022. CUSP06 is being evaluated in a Phase 1 study in patients with platinum refractory/resistant ovarian cancer and other advanced solid tumors. Additional information on the CUSP06-1001 (NCT06234423) trial can be found at ClinicalTrials.gov.

About OnCusp Therapeutics

OnCusp Therapeutics, Inc., headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming cutting-edge preclinical innovation into clinically validated treatments for cancer patients. OnCusp was co-founded by Dr. Bing Yuan, Dr. Eric Slosberg, and Dr. Andy Fu, and has built a strong team of accomplished veterans with proven track records in building biotech startups, leading successful preclinical and clinical programs, and creating value through global partnerships. The company is committed to accelerating the advancement of globally competitive oncology assets for patients. OnCusp raised an oversubscribed $100 million Series A financing round in January 2024, co-led by Novo Holdings, OrbiMed, and F-Prime Capital.

Contact:

OnCusp Investors & Media:

Argot Partners

OnCusp@argotpartners.com

XTEP Sponsors Vietnamese Top Runner Phạm Thị Hồng Lệ to Win VnExpress Marathon Ha Long 2025, Demonstrating Brand Strength and Professionalism

HA LONG, Vietnam, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Professional sportswear brand XTEP has sponsored top runner Phạm Thị Hồng Lệ in the VnExpress Marathon Ha Long 2025 on June 1, who won the competition with 02:59:31. The event, attracting thousands of elite runners, also saw XTEP-sponsored runners secure podium finishes in the half marathon: Đào Minh Chí took third place in the men’s category (01:13:23), while Hán Thị Bích Thư earned third in the women’s division (01:31:17). These achievements collectively highlighted the performance edge provided by XTEP’s sports equipment.

Hailing from Bình Định Province, the 27-year-old Phạm Thị Hồng Lệ boasts an illustrious career, including a bronze medal in the 2019 Southeast Asian Games marathon and a gold medal in the 10,000 meters at the 2021 Southeast Asian Games. Despite withdrawing from the Vietnamese national track and field team due to injury, her passion for the sport led her to transition into a marathon runner. Recognizing her passion and tenacity, XTEP has signed her as a key athlete and is providing comprehensive support.

Lệ’s winning performance was powered by the XTEP 160X 6.0 PRO, equipped with the groundbreaking XTEP ACE midsole technology. The shoe incorporates the industry-first Shot-Molded Foam, delivering enhanced rebound, lightweight agility, and perfectly tuned density for a dynamic stride. Its forefoot propulsion system boosts efficiency by 9.9%, granting runners explosive speed and stability. To date, the 160X series has propelled 95 athletes worldwide to 451 championship titles.  Additionally, XTEP has introduced new acceleration colorways for its flagship running shoes, not only providing runners with more options, but also demonstrating the brand’s commitment to inspiring the public through professional excellence.

XTEP continues to strengthen its presence in Vietnam, now operating 39 stores nationwide. The Xtep Running Club (XRC), originally from China with 2.2 million members spread across 200 cities and 67 physical running clubs offering professional, tailored, and thoughtful running support services, has successfully expanded to Vietnam. The Vietnam XRC has attracted over 16,000 Facebook followers while promoting sustainable running culture. Follow updates via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xteprunclub/.

The 160x series is available in Vietnam both in-store and online. You can shop on https://xtep.vn/pages/he-thong-cua-hang or visit the two stores:

XTEP Aeon Mall Ha Dong

Address: Unit T119-1, 1st Floor, Aeon Mall Ha Dong, Hoang Van Thu Residential Area, Duong Noi Ward, Ha Dong District, Hanoi

TEL: 024320790981

Xtep Royal City

Address: B2-R6-45, B2 Floor, Vincom Mega Mall Royal City, 72A Nguyen Trai Street, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi

TEL: 0396778622 

About XTEP

XTEP Group, one of the leading sports brands in China, was founded in 1987 and officially established as the brand XTEP in 2001. The Group was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on June 3, 2008 (01368.hk). In 2019, the Group launched its global strategy, incorporating Saucony, Merrell, K•SWISS, and Palladium to become a leading international sports group with multiple sports brands. For more about XTEP, please visit https://www.globalxtep.com/

Crush Colossal Kaiju with a Game-Changing Blow: KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME Unveils Details for Original Story!

Voice Actress Akari Kito Cast as Original Character for the Game, Sagan Shinomiya!

LOS ANGELES, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Based on Naoya Matsumoto’s hit manga series, Kaiju No. 8, currently serialized on Shueisha’s Shonen Jump+ and with over 18 million copies printed and distributed in Japan (including digital editions) across 15 published volumes, the anime Kaiju No. 8 has garnered immense popularity not only in Japan but also overseas, particularly in North America. Building on this global success, Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME, a new title for smartphones and PC, is being developed by the powerhouse team of Akatsuki Games, TOHO, and Production I.G.

© JAKDF 3rd Division © Naoya Matsumoto/SHUEISHA © Akatsuki Games Inc./TOHO CO., LTD./Production I.G
© JAKDF 3rd Division © Naoya Matsumoto/SHUEISHA © Akatsuki Games Inc./TOHO CO., LTD./Production I.G

• Original Story Details Finally Unveiled!
Today, during the Kaiju No. 8: Defense Force Boot Camp in Yokohama event, brand-new information regarding the original story of Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME was officially announced.

Mysterious gates known as the Kaiju Dimensional Gates have suddenly appeared due to the actions of a certain Kaiju. In this new Kaiju No. 8 world, where Kaiju with unknown powers appear not only in Japan but across the globe, Identified Kaiju that were once thought to be defeated now confront the Defense Force by passing through these Kaiju Dimensional Gates.
On top of that, unknown Kaiju possessing special abilities—and seemingly responsible for the creation of these Kaiju Dimensional Gates—continue to cross over the boundary between dimensions to launch their attacks. Their appearance has led to a series of battles against colossal Kaiju.

• Special Dimensional Gate Response Unit “CLOZER” and Original Character “Sagan Shinomiya” Revealed!

In addition, the Closing Order with Zero Restrictions (CLOZER), a newly formed special unit established to investigate the mysteries surrounding the Kaiju Dimensional Gates, has been officially unveiled, along with original character Sagan Shinomiya.
Sagan Shinomiya, the leader of CLOZER, is the adoptive older sister (not related by blood) of Kikoru Shinomiya. This original game character moved to the United States and enlisted in the American Defense Force after being adopted into the Shinomiya family. Although details about Sagan Shinomiya’s weaponry and the battles she will face remain under wraps, players can look forward to her key role in the action-packed story ahead.

• Akari Kito Cast as Sagan Shinomiya! Greetings Video Also Released

Finally, it has been officially announced that Japanese voice actress Akari Kito will be voicing the newly revealed original character Sagan Shinomiya!
A special greetings video from Akari Kito has also been released in which she shared her thoughts on joining the project: “I’ll be joining as an original character for the game. I’m thrilled about it! I think Sagan has this tough look to her and just comes across as so cool. I think she’s pretty serious, but she’s also a great and honest person. I’ve been so excited to play this character and record her lines.”

• Watch Akari Kito’s Voice Actor Greetings Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGzkqDvAcMI

• About KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME

  • Title: KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME
  • Planning & Production: Akatsuki Games Inc., TOHO CO., LTD., Production I.G, Inc.
  • Development & Operation: Akatsuki Games Inc.
  • Publicity Cooperation: TOHO CO., LTD., Production I.G, Inc.
  • Distribution: Akatsuki Games Inc.
  • Available Platforms: App Store,Google Play, Steam
  • Supported Languages: Japanese, English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, French
  • Price: Free-to-play (with in-app purchases)
  • Copyright Notice:

© JAKDF 3rd Division © Naoya Matsumoto/SHUEISHA

© Akatsuki Games Inc./TOHO CO., LTD./Production I.G

• About Anime Kaiju No. 8

Based on the popular manga series by Naoya Matsumoto, currently serialized on Shonen Jump+ (Shueisha) since 2020, the anime Kaiju No. 8 portrays intense battles between the Japan Defense Force, tasked with eliminating Kaiju, the monstrous creatures that routinely threaten human lives. The original manga has surpassed 18 million copies in circulation (including digital editions), and the series has accumulated over 700 million views on Shonen Jump+ as of April 2025.
The anime aired from April to June 2024 and quickly gained massive popularity, reaching No. 1 on domestic daily rankings across major streaming platforms in Japan. A theatrical compilation of Season 1, along with the side story “Hoshina’s Day Off,” was released on March 28, 2025. The anime’s Season 2 is officially scheduled to air in July 2025.

• Company Overview: Akatsuki Games Inc.

It is our mission to connect the emotions of people around the world by putting our beliefs and “why” into games. We challenge ourselves to create global hits as a world-class game company with the highest standards of development and operation in Japan.
In addition to the experience of operating games such as Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle (published by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.) and Romancing SaGa Re; Universe (published by SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD.), we are taking on the challenges of using high-end 3D graphics display and development on multiple devices. We will deliver the highest quality games for everyone around the world to enjoy.

  • Official Website: https://games.aktsk.jp/en/
  • Founded: December 2021
  • Representative: CEO Yuki Totsuka
  • Headquarters: 8F oak meguro, 2-13-30 Kamiosaki, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan
  • Business Activities: Game Development & Operations

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Altair to Showcase AI-Powered Engineering, Smart Manufacturing, and Connected Aerospace Solutions at Paris Air Show 2025

Live demonstrations will highlight how computational intelligence is shaping the future of flight

TROY, Mich., June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Altair, a global leader in computational intelligence, will demonstrate the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered engineering, smart manufacturing, and more at the Paris Air Show 2025, taking place June 16-22 at the Paris-Le Bourget Exhibition Centre in Paris, France. At the event, Altair will demonstrate how its solutions are reshaping the aerospace sector from concept through production to in-flight performance.

Altair will demonstrate the transformative power of AI-powered engineering, smart manufacturing, and more at the Paris Air Show 2025, taking place June 16-22 at the Paris-Le Bourget Exhibition Centre in Paris, France.
Altair will demonstrate the transformative power of AI-powered engineering, smart manufacturing, and more at the Paris Air Show 2025, taking place June 16-22 at the Paris-Le Bourget Exhibition Centre in Paris, France.

“AI, data, and connectivity are no longer future concepts — they are today’s competitive advantages. Altair technologies are helping the aerospace industry achieve next-level breakthroughs in performance, sustainability, and innovation,” said Dr. Pietro Cervellera, senior vice president of aerospace and defense, Altair. “And now following the recent Siemens acquisition of Altair, together we will rapidly accelerate product development in aerospace.”

“From design, to build, to launch, the addition of Altair technology to the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio will reinforce our leadership in aerospace, complete the world’s most comprehensive digital twin, and propel AI-powered innovation that will help our customers push the boundaries of innovation,” said Todd Tuthill, vice president of Aerospace & Defense Industry Strategy, Siemens Digital Industries Software.   

As aerospace organizations race to meet demands for sustainability, efficiency, and operational readiness, Altair’s AI-powered engineering, data analytics, and high-performance computing (HPC) solutions are enabling smarter design, faster development, and more agile decision-making across the entire product life cycle.

Visitors to Altair’s booth will experience:

  • AI-Powered Engineering for Smarter, Faster Design: Altair is at the forefront of integrating AI into simulation and design workflows. Attendees will see how engineers can reduce design cycles, optimize structures for weight and strength, and improve aircraft performance using intelligent, AI-assisted modeling tools — all while supporting sustainable aviation goals.
  • Smart Manufacturing and Real-Time Optimization: With aerospace manufacturers under pressure to increase throughput and precision, Altair will showcase how real-time data collection and analytics can enhance production line efficiency, reduce scrap and rework, and support smart factory initiatives. From digital thread to predictive maintenance, Altair is making manufacturing more adaptive and responsive.
  • Connectivity Across the Aerospace Ecosystem: Altair is enabling seamless digital connectivity across the entire complex aerospace ecosystem. Demonstrations will explore how Altair supports digital twins, Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled monitoring, and cross-platform collaboration that ties together design, engineering, operations, and maintenance. These connected workflows streamline feedback loops, risk management, and innovation.
  • Empowering Defense and Startups: Altair will also highlight how its solutions empower government agencies, defense organizations, and startups to deliver advanced programs at speed. See how the Altair Aerospace Startup Acceleration Program (ASAP) equips emerging companies with enterprise-grade tools to bring novel technologies to market faster. Altair has recently partnered with the Campania Aerospace District (DAC) to provide over 150 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups with access to Altair solutions, empowering them to work at the same technological level as OEMs and tier-one suppliers.

At the Paris Air Show, Altair will be located at Booth H155 in Hall 2B. For more information, visit https://web.altair.com/paris-airshow or https://altair.com/aerospace.

At the event, Siemens will be located at Chalet #72– Row D. For more information, visit https://events.sw.siemens.com/en-US/paris-air-show/.

About Altair

Altair is a global leader in computational intelligence that provides software and cloud solutions in simulation, high-performance computing (HPC), data analytics, and AI. Altair is part of Siemens Digital Industries Software. To learn more, please visit www.altair.com or sw.siemens.com.

Media contacts

Altair Corporate                                              

Bridget Hagan                                                  

+1.216.769.2658                                            

corp-newsroom@altair.com                 

Altair Europe/The Middle East/Africa

Altair Asia-Pacific

Louise Wilce

Man Wang

+44 (0)7392 437 635

86-21-5016635,825

emea-newsroom@altair.com

apac-newsroom@altair.com

 

 

Binance Traders League Returns with $6 Million Prize Pool and New Enhancements including Regional Competitions and Trader’s Passport

Binance’s global flagship trading event introduces Trader’s Passport for users to track their performance across competitions and new Regional Categories to promote friendly competition

DUBAI, UAE, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Binance, the global blockchain ecosystem trusted by over 270 million users worldwide, is excited to announce Binance Traders League Season 2 with a prize pool of up to $6 million. Traders League is Binance’s flagship trading competition where traders from around the world go head-to-head for crypto rewards and is a fun and engaging way to celebrate our users and for them to connect. Pre-registration starts today, from 2 to 8 June 2025, and the trading activity period will run from 9 June to 6 July 2025.

Users can enjoy enhanced solo and team competitions across spot and futures, a refreshed landing page featuring shareable widgets, a trader’s “Passport” to track their performance across competitions, and a new and exciting regional competition category.

Rachel Conlan, CMO at Binance, shared, “We are introducing a number of new features in Traders League Season 2, such as regional teams to promote camaraderie and a Trader’s Passport for users to track their personal achievements across competitions. The variety of competition categories and tasks ensures there will always be a category and activity for every user regardless of their experience levels. Binance Traders League provides a platform for traders from around the world to exchange their knowledge and is a rewarding way to connect.” 

One of the new highlights of Traders League will see users who register automatically be part of a regional team based on their KYC location to compete for prizes, as well as be automatically added to their region’s open solo competition categories. The available regions are Asia, CIS & Europe, LATAM, Africa, and MENA.

Binance Traders League introduces regional teams to promote camaraderie and friendly competition. Users who register for Binance Traders League will automatically be part of a regional team based on their KYC location to compete for prizes, as well as be added to their region’s open solo competition categories. Information in the screengrab above is for illustrative purposes.
Binance Traders League introduces regional teams to promote camaraderie and friendly competition. Users who register for Binance Traders League will automatically be part of a regional team based on their KYC location to compete for prizes, as well as be added to their region’s open solo competition categories. Information in the screengrab above is for illustrative purposes.

Overview of Traders League competitions and prize pool:

Spot Traders League – total prize pool of up to $1.8 million

  • Comprising Solo ROI Competition and Team PnL Competition
  • Users eligibility: All verified regular and VIP 1-6 users, except liquidity providers
  • Eligible trading pairs: All trading pairs except zero fees trading pairs

Futures Traders League – total prize pool of up to $3 million

  • Comprising Solo ROI Competition and Team PnL Competition
  • Bonus rewards for new Binance Futures users
  • Users eligibility: All verified regular and VIP 1-6 users, excluding market makers.
  • Eligible trading pairs: All USDⓈ-M contracts and COIN-M contracts on Binance Futures

Side Tasks, Regional ROI Competitions and Side Quests – total prize pool of $1.2 million

  • Side Tasks with a prize pool of $1 million
  • Regional ROI Competition prize pool of $100k
  • Affiliates Booster prize pool of $50k
  • Trading Live Showdown prize pool of $50k — where Futures trading content creators can stream their strategy on Binance Square to grow their audience and compete for prizes

For more information and terms and conditions, visit the Binance Traders League here.

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About Binance

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. Binance is trusted by more than 270 million people in 100+ countries for its industry-leading security, transparency, trading engine speed, protections for investors, and unmatched portfolio of digital asset products and offerings from trading and finance to education, research, social good, payments, institutional services, and Web3 features. Binance is devoted to building an inclusive crypto ecosystem to increase the freedom of money and financial access for people around the world with crypto as the fundamental means. For more information, visit: https://www.binance.com

VinFast sets new record at IIMS Surabaya 2025 with four awards, VF 3 named “Best EV City Car”


SURABAYA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2025 – VinFast announces it has secured four prestigious awards at the Indonesia International Motor Show Surabaya (IIMS Surabaya) 2025. Achieving decisive victories in four key categories, voted on by both the Organizing Committee and show attendees, VinFast has solidified its reputation, standing, and strong appeal among industry experts, car enthusiasts, and consumers in Indonesia.

VinFast receives multiple prestigious awards at the IIMS Surabaya 2025 exhibition.
VinFast receives multiple prestigious awards at the IIMS Surabaya 2025 exhibition.

The Organizing Committee of IIMS Surabaya 2025 has honored VinFast in four categories: “Best EV City Car” for VF 3, “Favorite New Car Launch” for VF 6, “Best Booth Car” and “Best Costume | Miss IIMS Surabaya 2025”.

IIMS is the nation’s premier and largest exhibition system, drawing dozens of automotive, motorcycle, and technology brands globally each year.

IIMS Surabaya, held in East Java – Indonesia’s second-largest region after Jakarta – consistently attracts a significant number of visitors and industry enthusiasts. The IIMS Surabaya 2025 expert panel features leading journalists and specialists from esteemed organizations.

In the “Best EV City Car” category, VinFast VF 3 outperformed competitors from China, Japan, securing an overwhelming 89% of the total votes. This impressive win was based on the votes of over 50,000 show attendees and the official voting system of the organizers.

The VF 3 has garnered significant attention since its official debut in Indonesia, becoming the most-test-driven vehicle at IIMS 2025 in February.

With its distinctive design, impressive features, and accessible price, the VF 3 has emerged as an ideal urban vehicle. It’s truly empowering owners to showcase their individuality and unique style with passion.

The Organizing Committee also honored the VF 6, the newest addition to VinFast’s product lineup in Indonesia, with the “Favorite New Car Launch” award. The expert panel highly praised the VF 6’s modern design, advanced technological features, and exhilarating driving experience. This model is expected to quickly win over Indonesian consumers and pave the way for a future of “Electrified Transportation for Everyone.”

In addition to the product awards, VinFast was also honored with “Best Booth Car” and “Best Costume | Miss IIMS Surabaya 2025.”

VinFast’s exhibition booth stood out as the largest at the show, featuring a modern, futuristic design that powerfully inspired visitors with a vision of a green and civilized electric transportation future.

The expert panel, media, and numerous attendees were particularly impressed by the elegant image of the Vietnamese Ao Dai. This created a unique cultural highlight, blending traditional beauty with modern appeal, and affirming the fierce spirit of Vietnamese and Southeast Asian people in the global green revolution.

Mr. Rudi MF, as the Project Manager of Indonesia International Motor Show, stated: “We are very impressed with the product quality, the message conveyed, and the connection established with the audience as demonstrated by VinFast. The VF 3 and VF 6 models stand out as an interesting model that resonate well with both experts and the general public—something that is increasingly difficult to achieve in today’s competitive market. VinFast’s positive engagement at IIMS Surabaya 2025 was clearly reflected in the high level of visitor enthusiasm at their booth. VinFast successfully captured attention with their innovative presentation and the opportunity for visitors to directly experience their electric vehicle technology. This extraordinary response not only affirms the appeal of VinFast’s products but also signifies their strong position in promoting the adoption of electric vehicles in Indonesia.”

Mr. Kariyanto Hardjosoemarto, CEO of VinFast Indonesia, shared: “Winning four awards at IIMS Surabaya 2025 is an incredibly proud milestone for VinFast. We are confident that we are on the right path in accelerating the green transition in Indonesia. With our diverse product range, from the VF 3, VF 5, VF 6, to the VF e34, and our comprehensive ‘For a Green Future’ ecosystem, VinFast is committed to continuing our journey with Indonesian consumers and contributing to the development of the region’s most promising electric vehicle market.”

In just one year of presence in Indonesia, VinFast has launched four EV models – VF 3, VF 5, VF 6, and VF e34 – while expanding its distribution network in major cities including Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya, and Bali. Additionally, VinFast is collaborating with partners such as Otoklix, and BOS to deploy 500 authorized service workshops nationwide by the end of 2025.

VinFast is also accelerating the development of a comprehensive green mobility ecosystem in Indonesia through strategic partnerships with companies like GSM (electric taxi service) and V-GREEN (charging infrastructure), further reinforcing VinFast’s long-term investment commitment to the Indonesian market.

Hashtag: #vinfast #VF3 #BestEVCityCar

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About VinFast

VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone. VinFast’s product lineup today includes a wide range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, and e-buses.

VinFast is currently embarking on its next growth phase through rapid expansion of its distribution and dealership network globally and increasing its manufacturing capacities with a focus on key markets across North America, Europe and Asia. Learn more at:

Natascha Thomas is the new PDLN President

  • Annual conference of the international network for the legally compliant marketing of media content in Warsaw

BERLIN, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 2 June 2025 – The international PDLN network has elected Natascha Thomas as its new president. She succeeds Javier Diaz da Olarte, from CEDRO, Centro Español de Derechos Reprográficos. Thomas has already been active as Vice President of the network for the past two years. The newly elected Vice President is Carlos Eugénio from Visapress in Portugal.

Natascha Thomas, Deputy Managing Director of german PMG Presse-Monitor, is new elected President of the international PDLN Press Data Licensing Network./ Anke Illing
Natascha Thomas, Deputy Managing Director of german PMG Presse-Monitor, is new elected President of the international PDLN Press Data Licensing Network./ Anke Illing

Following her election as the new PDLN President in Warsaw, Thomas said: “At first I would like to thank Javier for his dedicated work at the head of the PDLN. It´s my firm intention to build on this and further promote our international cooperation. I am sure we can make the most of the opportunities offered by AI by sharing experiences and learning from each other. The same also applies to the risks that the rapid technological development entails. The PDLN network with its established structures makes it possible to further advance our common goal of protecting the interests of content producers and preventing abuse on a global scale.”

Natascha Thomas has been Deputy Managing Director of PMG Presse-Monitor since 2020 and is responsible for sales, marketing and business development. In this position, the graduate communications researcher is passionate about driving forward the digitalisation of processes and products. The most recent result of her commitment is the launch of the newly developed, highly available PMG MediaHub portal. Here, over 900 publishers offer the content of more than 3,000 publications for legally compliant secondary utilisation. PR professionals from over 5,000 companies and organisations use this one-stop shop for their daily media monitoring and legally compliant press review creation.

Portrait of Natascha Thomas
Having graduated in communication studies, Natascha Thomas held positions as a digital consultant and research analyst among others, before joining Axel Springer AG, where she was in charge of digital products. As a member of the executive board of AFP GmbH and its subsidiary SID Sport-Informations-Dienst GmbH, Thomas was responsible in particular for the areas of Marketing and Sales. Since 2020, Natascha Thomas has been the deputy managing director of PMG Presse-Monitor GmbH & Co. KG.

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About PDLN Press Database and Licensing Network

The Press Database and Licensing Network (PDLN) is the international association of press databases and licensing companies that license and supply newspaper, magazine and website material for media monitoring and for use in press reviews (www.pdln.info). Within PDLN, which was founded in 2008, its 39 members from 25 countries coordinate with the aim of protecting and promoting the interests of publishing houses and content publishers in the media evaluation market

About PMG Presse-Monitor GmbH & Co. KG

PMG Presse-Monitor GmbH & Co. KG is one of the leading providers of digital media monitoring, press review creation and media analysis in the German-speaking world.

With the comprehensive relaunch in spring 2025, PMG is launching the newly developed PMG MediaHub. Over 900 publishers and content producers from all over the world make their content available here daily for legally compliant secondary utilisation. Of around 5,000 print and online media, more than 3,000 are available digitally via the integrated PMG MediaMonitor portal. PMG markets content and rights to PR professionals and communications departments in companies and public authorities as well as to professional media observers.

In 2021, PMG acquires the internationally successful data conversion specialist X-CAGO from the Netherlands. PMG now offers publishers customised solutions for the multiple digital exploitation of their content. The range of services extends from the high-quality preparation of digital data for all distribution channels to targeted marketing in the most comprehensive daily press database in the DACH region.

PMG has been providing the Press Portal for Schools (PfS) since 2023 on the basis of a framework agreement with the federal states. Teachers can use it to centrally access the content of German press coverage in order to organise their lessons.

Founded in 2001, PMG is a joint venture of German newspaper and magazine publishers with the shareholders Axel Springer, Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, Gruner + Jahr, Handelsblatt Media Group, Hubert Burda Media, Spiegel-Verlag, Süddeutsche Zeitung and the Bundesverband Digitalpublisher und Zeitungsverleger as well as the Medienverband der freien Presse.