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First Phosphate Signs Agreements for $4.84 Million Non-Repayable Contributions with the Government of Canada for Road Infrastructure and Power Transmission Line

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Saguenay, Québec – Newsfile Corp. – August 5, 2026 – First Phosphate Corp. (CSE: PHOS) (OTCQX: FRSPF) (OTCQX ADR: FPHOY) (FSE: KD0) (“First Phosphate” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce that it has finalized additional agreements for a total of $4.84 million non-repayable contributions from the Government of Canada through Natural Resources Canada’s (“NRCan”) First and Last Mile Fund (“FLMF”) for the development of the Bégin-Lamarche Phosphate Deposit.

These contributions for $4.84 million comprise two components (power transmission infrastructure and road infrastructure) and build, in addition, to the $16.7M in funding already made available by NRCan in March 2026 through the Global Partnerships Initiative to support the advancement of First Phosphate’s Bégin-Lamarche deposit.

Power Transmission Line for the Sustainable Development of the Bégin-Lamarche Phosphate Deposit

First Phosphate will conduct a study to confirm the viability of clean energy infrastructure, including site selection and the identification of connection corridors, a feasibility study, and the design of a 161-kV transmission line and substations in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region. The Project will include technical analyses, cost estimates, environmental studies, and public and Indigenous consultation. The total non-repayable contribution for this project will be approximately $3.07 million.

Road Infrastructure for the Responsible Development of the Bégin-Lamarche Phosphate Deposit

First Phosphate will carry out the preparatory work necessary for the construction of a new access road and will identify the preferred option for upgrading bypass roads to support transportation between the Bégin-Lamarche phosphate mine and regional infrastructure, including rail links and the Port of Saguenay. The Project will include pre-feasibility and feasibility studies (technical, environmental, and economic), design of the work, required environmental studies, as well as a traffic analysis and public and indigenous consultation. The total non-repayable contribution for this project will be approximately $1.77 million.

“Canada has what the world wants, and we are building the infrastructure required to get those resources to diverse markets,” said the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources. “Investments like these help unlock our full potential by connecting projects to the infrastructure they need to move forward – creating jobs, strengthening supply chains and delivering lasting prosperity for Quebec and Canada.”

“Canada and Quebec have an opportunity to become a reliable supplier of the critical minerals the world needs for the technologies and industries of the future,” said Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources. “We are supporting critical minerals projects in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean and beyond to strengthen Canadian supply chains, create economic opportunities, and build Canada Strong.”

“This support from the Government of Canada for First Phosphate sends a strong message to our investors and partners in Quebec, Canada, and internationally,” said Armand MacKenzie, President of First Phosphate. “It reinforces confidence in our ability to carry out this strategic mining project and deliver our high-purity igneous phosphate to the market on schedule.”

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These projects will support the production of critical minerals in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec and address gaps in clean energy and transportation infrastructure that limit the production and expansion of critical minerals in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec. The financial contribution covers eligible activities planned through 2030, in accordance with the terms of the agreement.

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The scientific and technical disclosure for First Phosphate included in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Steeve Lavoie, P.Geo. Mr. Lavoie is Chief Geologist of First Phosphate and a Qualified Person under National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure of Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”).

About Natural Resources Canada
Natural Resources Canada (“NRCan”) is the federal department responsible for developing policies and programs to ensure the sustainable and responsible development of Canada’s natural resources. Through its initiatives and funding programs, including the First and Last Mile Fund, NRCan supports projects that contribute to stronger supply chains, industrial innovation, and Canada’s competitiveness in the energy, mining and forest products sectors.

About First Phosphate Corp
First Phosphate (CSE: PHOS) (OTCQX: FRSPF) (OTCQX ADR: FPHOY) (FSE: KD0) is a mineral exploration and development and clean technology company dedicated to building and reshoring a vertically integrated mine-to-market supply chain for the production of LFP batteries in North America. Target markets include energy storage, data centers, robotics, mobility, and national security.

First Phosphate’s flagship Bégin-Lamarche property, located in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada, represents a rare North American igneous phosphate resource producing high-purity phosphate characterized by very low levels of impurities.

For further information, please contact:
Armand MacKenzie
President
Tel: +1 (514) 618-5289

Investor Relations: investor@firstphosphate.com
Media Relations: media@firstphosphate.com
Website: www.FirstPhosphate.com

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Forward-Looking Information and Cautionary Statements
This release includes certain statements that may be deemed “forward-looking information”. Any statement that discusses predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as “expects”, or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “anticipates” or “does not anticipate”, “plans”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “forecasts”, “estimates”, “believes” or “intends” or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results “may” or “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking information. In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information relating to, among other things: completion and results of studies preparatory work, and the future production of critical minerals and the benefits arising therefrom.

Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include market prices, development and exploration successes, and continued availability of capital and financing and general economic, market or business conditions. These statements are based on a number of assumptions including, among other things, assumptions regarding general business and economic conditions that engineering and construction timetables and capital costs for the Company’s, exploration, development and expansion projects are correctly estimated and not affected by unforeseen circumstances; the ability to obtain financing for its proposed operations on acceptable terms; no material deterioration in general business and economic conditions; no material delays in obtaining permits and other approvals; no significant disruptions affecting the activities of the Company or its ability to access required project equipment and services, and operating supplies in sufficient quantities and on a timely basis; inflation and prices for Company project inputs being approximately consistent with anticipated levels; the ability to complete the exploration and development programs consistent with the Company’s expectations; commodity price expectations including assumptions for P2O5; the Company’s relationship with local municipalities and First Nations remaining consistent with the Company’s expectations; the Company’s relationship with other third-party partners and suppliers remaining consistent with the Company’s expectations; and government relations and actions being consistent with Company expectations. Investors are cautioned that any such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking information contained in this press release. The Company does not assume any obligation to update or revise its forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. All forward-looking information contained in this release is qualified by these cautionary statements.

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Wizstar Among the First to Integrate Seedance 2.5

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NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Wizstar will be among the first platforms to integrate Seedance 2.5, bringing the next generation of AI video creation to creators and enterprises. As AI video technology continues to evolve, users are demanding longer, higher-quality, and more controllable video generation. The integration of Seedance 2.5 will further expand Wizstar’s AI video capabilities, giving users early access to one of the industry’s latest video generation models.


Seedance 2.5 on Wizstar

As an all-in-one AI content creation platform built for enterprise, Wizstar combines AI video generation, AI avatars, real-time interactive avatars, and AI live streaming to help businesses streamline content creation and scale AI across marketing, customer service, training, and live commerce. By continuously integrating leading AI models, Wizstar enables creators and enterprises to access advanced AI capabilities within a single platform.

Seedance 2.5 introduces significant improvements in long-form video generation, multimodal understanding, prompt accuracy, and overall visual quality, enabling more natural, efficient, and reliable AI video creation. Once integrated with Wizstar, users will be able to create high-quality videos more efficiently while taking advantage of the platform’s end-to-end AI content creation workflow.

Beyond video generation, Wizstar also supports Image-to-Video, multilingual video generation, Lip Sync, Product to Video, Text to Video, real-time interactive AI avatars, and enterprise APIs, allowing businesses to seamlessly integrate AI capabilities into their own products and workflows. Today, Wizstar’s solutions are already used by leading brands including Samsung, Midea, and FAW-Volkswagen to improve content production efficiency and enhance customer engagement.

With the upcoming Seedance 2.5 integration, Wizstar is launching a limited-time early access program. Users can unlock Seedance 2.5 by paying US$0.99 or by subscribing to any Wizstar membership plan, and receive a minimum of 30‑seconds of video generation credits as a bonus.

Wizstar will continue integrating leading AI models and expanding its platform capabilities to provide creators and enterprises with a more open, efficient, and comprehensive AI content creation experience.

For more information about the upcoming Seedance 2.5 integration and the latest Wizstar product updates, please visit https://wizstar.com/

BingX Unveils 2 Million USDT Multi-Asset Trading Campaign Around Today’s Most-Watched Market Trends

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PANAMA CITY, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3-AI company, today announced a 2 million USDT trading campaign inviting users to trade some of today’s most active market opportunities across cryptocurrencies, stocks, indices, forex, commodities, and other asset classes.

BingX Unveils 2 Million USDT Multi-Asset Trading Campaign Around Today's Most-Watched Market Trends
BingX Unveils 2 Million USDT Multi-Asset Trading Campaign Around Today’s Most-Watched Market Trends

Running from August 5 to August 31, 2026 (UTC+8), the campaign marks the fifth edition of BingX’s Global Capital Gala series. The campaign encourages users to explore trending opportunities across multiple asset classes through BingX’s unified multi-asset trading platform.

The campaign arrives as narratives, particularly those across the artificial intelligence and memory technology industries, continue to attract market attention, alongside a wave of earnings reports from major global companies. By bringing these opportunities together, BingX enables traders to respond to market-moving events across multiple asset classes as they unfold.

Participants can earn rewards by completing market trend-themed trading tasks throughout the campaign. These include incentives for first-time trading, daily futures trading, reaching cumulative futures trading milestones, and participating in market trend-themed events. Eligible users who complete the applicable requirements will be able to claim trading bonus rewards and share in the total prize pool.

“Markets no longer move in isolation,” said Kevin Lee, Chief Strategy Officer at BingX. “A major earnings report can influence AI stocks, semiconductor companies, cryptocurrencies, commodities, and broader market sentiment within hours. Traders increasingly want one platform where they can quickly access what’s moving, rather than switching between different brokers or exchanges. That’s exactly the experience BingX is building.”

About BingX

Founded in 2018, BingX is a leading crypto exchange and Web3-AI company, serving over 40 million users worldwide. Ranked among the top five global crypto derivatives exchanges and a pioneer of crypto copy trading, BingX addresses the evolving needs of users across all experience levels.

Powered by a comprehensive suite of AI-driven products and services, including futures, spot, copy trading, and TradFi offerings, BingX empowers users with innovative tools designed to enhance performance, confidence, and efficiency.

BingX has been the principal partner of Chelsea FC since 2024, and became the first official crypto exchange partner of Scuderia Ferrari HP in 2026.

For more information, please visit: https://bingx.com/

Flash (FLZH) Signs Term Sheet for 51% of Bongo; Deal gives access to 300M Viewers, ~$10M Revenue, EBITDA Accretive

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New York, New York – Newsfile Corp. – August 5, 2026 – Flash Sports & Media Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLZH) (“Flash Sports & Media,” “FSM” or the “Company”), a vertically integrated sports, media and fan engagement platform, today announced that it has entered into a non-binding term sheet to acquire a 51% controlling interest in Bongo Holdings Pte Ltd (“Bongo”), one of South Asia’s leading digital media, streaming and content distribution platforms. This transaction would give FSM a controlling position and based on financial information provided by Bongo management, the Company expects Bongo to contribute positive EBITDA following closing, before giving effect to transaction expenses, purchase-accounting adjustments and financing costs.

Bongo has built one of South Asia’s largest digital media ecosystems, combining a proprietary end-to-end streaming platform with a distribution network reaching more than 300 million viewers and owned digital brands with over 73 million social media followers. Bongo distributes content through platforms including YouTube, Facebook and TikTok and has advised the Company that it is delivering premium sports and entertainment content from globally recognized brands including, Premium Football Leagues & Tournaments, MasterChef, Shark Tank, Eurovision and Family Feud, in addition to working with major media companies such as Sony and among many others.

The proposed acquisition positions Flash Sports & Media to own and operate a fully integrated sports and media ecosystem spanning premium sports rights, original content, live event production, proprietary streaming technology, direct-to-consumer distribution, advertising inventory and fan engagement. Beyond adding an established, revenue-generating digital platform, the transaction is expected to significantly accelerate Flash’s global expansion strategy by providing immediate technology infrastructure, distribution scale and access to high-growth Asian markets.

Except for provisions relating to exclusivity, transaction-expense reimbursement, governing law and the binding effect of those provisions, the Term Sheet is non-binding.

Strategic Rationale: Building a Vertically Integrated Global Sports & Media Platform

Flash Sports & Media has assembled a portfolio of premium sports rights, live event properties, production capabilities and fan engagement assets. The proposed Bongo acquisition adds the final layer of the value chain by combining proprietary streaming technology, large-scale digital distribution and an established audience into a single integrated platform capable of delivering and monetizing content directly with consumers worldwide.

The Company believes acquiring a controlling interest in Bongo creates several significant strategic advantages:

Technology Infrastructure — Bongo’s proprietary end-to-end streaming platform, purpose-built for mobile-first users and optimized for lower-bandwidth environments across emerging markets, will provide the technology backbone for Flash’s global direct-to-consumer streaming strategy.

Distribution Network — Immediate access to a digital creator ecosystem reaching more than 300 million viewers across South Asia and international diaspora markets provides Flash with a powerful distribution network for content sourcing, original programming and future premium content.

Audience & Engagement — More than 73 million followers across Bongo’s owned digital brands create an established audience for Flash’s sports properties while significantly expanding opportunities for fan acquisition, engagement and cross-promotion.

Premium Content Relationships — Commercial relationships with leading global content owners and entertainment brands, including Premium Football Leagues & Tournaments, MasterChef, Shark Tank, Eurovision and Family Feud, provide meaningful opportunities to accelerate Flash’s content strategy and broaden its premium media offering.

Sports & Cricket Ecosystem — Bongo’s deep experience across Asian sports markets and established relationships throughout the regional cricket ecosystem are expected to strengthen Flash’s ability to expand sports rights, develop premium programming and deepen fan engagement throughout one of the world’s fastest-growing sports markets.

Streaming & Media Expansion — Bongo’s proprietary streaming technology is expected to power Flash’s future streaming services, reducing development timelines while providing a scalable infrastructure capable of supporting premium live sports, entertainment and original programming at a substantially lower operating cost.

Advertising & Monetization — The combination significantly expands advertising inventory, subscription opportunities, audience analytics and data-driven monetization capabilities, strengthening Flash’s recurring revenue model beyond event-driven revenues.

Content Strategy & Market Intelligence — Bongo’s extensive experience in content acquisition, regional programming, audience behavior and digital media strategy provides Flash with valuable expertise to support future content investments and expansion throughout Asia.

If completed, the acquisition is expected to significantly strengthen Flash Sports & Media’s position as a vertically integrated global sports, media and technology company by combining premium sports rights, proprietary streaming technology, large-scale digital distribution network, audience engagement and recurring media revenues into a single scalable platform. “Bongo gives us the piece of the value chain we do not own today. We control live properties, we control production, and we control activation — what we have not controlled is the pipe to the consumer. A 51% position in a streaming platform already generating close to $10 million of revenue changes that. It lets us take our content directly to the audience that cares most about it, keep the subscriber relationship, and build recurring revenue alongside our event-driven business. The proposed structure includes a 60% cash and 40% equity consideration mix, limits share issuances absent stockholder approval and provides for up to an additional $12 million management earnout tied to future revenue and EBITDA growth.”

— Bradley Nattrass, CEO, Flash Sports & Media Holdings, Inc.

“For more than a decade, Bongo has grown into one of South Asia’s leading digital media ecosystems by combining proprietary streaming technology, premium global content partnerships and one of the region’s largest digital audiences. Joining forces with Flash Sports & Media represents an exciting new chapter that brings together technology, premium sports content, global distribution and world-class fan engagement. Together, we believe we can build one of the most compelling sports and digital media platforms serving emerging markets and audiences worldwide.”

— Ahad Bhai, Founder, Bongo Holdings Pte Ltd

About Flash Sports & Media Holdings, Inc.
Flash Sports & Media Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLZH) is a vertically integrated sports, media and fan engagement company focused on owning, producing, distributing and monetizing premium sports and entertainment content. The Company operates across live sports rights, original content production, experiential marketing, digital fan engagement and direct-to-consumer media platforms, leveraging proprietary intellectual property, strategic partnerships and technology to connect global audiences with premium sports experiences.

Through its expanding portfolio of sports properties, media assets and technology platforms, Flash Sports & Media is building a next-generation global sports ecosystem spanning content creation, production, streaming, fan engagement and commercial monetization. https://flashsportsandmedia.com

About Bongo Holdings Pte Ltd
Bongo Holdings Pte Ltd is one of South Asia’s leading digital media, technology and content distribution companies, operating a proprietary end-to-end streaming platform designed specifically for mobile-first users and lower-bandwidth environments across emerging markets.

The Company has built one of the region’s largest digital media ecosystems, generating close to US$10 million in annual revenue while reaching more than 300 million viewers through its owned platforms, partner network and digital distribution channels. Bongo also operates one of South Asia’s largest branded social media portfolios with more than 73 million followers across its owned digital brands.

Bongo’s proprietary technology platform delivers premium live and on-demand video across mobile, web and connected devices and has been engineered to provide high-quality streaming performance in markets where bandwidth efficiency and mobile accessibility are critical.

Beyond its technology platform, Bongo maintains strategic relationships with leading global digital platforms including YouTube, Facebook and TikTok, enabling large-scale audience distribution, advertising monetization and content discovery across multiple markets.

The Company’s premium content portfolio includes world’s most recognized sports and entertainment brands, including Premium Football Leagues & Tournaments, MasterChef, Shark Tank, Eurovision and Family Feud, alongside a broad catalogue of regional entertainment, sports and original programming.

Bongo’s combination of proprietary technology, premium content partnerships, audience scale and regional market expertise positions it as a strategic platform for expanding digital media and streaming services throughout South Asia and other high-growth emerging markets.

About Advisors
Thunder Rock Capital, LLC is acting as exclusive advisor to Flash Sports & Media Holdings in connection with this transaction. Hovde Group, LLC is acting as exclusive financial advisor to Bongo in connection with the proposed transaction. Flash Sports & Media Holdings is being advised by Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP as legal counsel and Fattal Legal PLLC is serving as legal counsel to Bongo.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding the proposed acquisition by Flash Sports & Media Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) of a controlling interest in Bongo Holdings Pte Ltd (“Bongo”); the negotiation and execution of definitive agreements; the proposed structure, consideration, financing, earnout and governance arrangements; the anticipated timing and completion of the proposed transaction; the anticipated benefits, synergies and strategic effects of the proposed transaction; the integration of Bongo’s business, technology, content, distribution capabilities and management; the future financial and operating performance of Bongo and the Company; the ability to expand the Company’s audience, content offerings, streaming capabilities, advertising inventory and revenue opportunities; and the Company’s ability to obtain financing, stockholder approval and other required approvals.

Forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “seek,” “should,” “will,” “would” and similar expressions. These statements are based on the Company’s current expectations, estimates and assumptions and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements.

Such risks and uncertainties include, among others: the non-binding nature of the term sheet and the possibility that the parties may not negotiate or execute definitive agreements; the possibility that the terms of any definitive agreements may differ materially from those described in the term sheet or this press release; the Company’s ability to obtain sufficient financing to fund the cash portion of the proposed consideration and any other cash payment obligations; the completion of confirmatory due diligence and the audit of Bongo’s financial statements; the accuracy and completeness of financial, operational, audience, content-rights and other information provided by Bongo; the receipt of required stockholder, regulatory, tax, third-party and other approvals and consents; the satisfaction or waiver of closing conditions; the risk that the proposed transaction may be delayed, restructured or not completed at all; the potential issuance of Company securities and resulting dilution to existing stockholders; the possibility that anticipated benefits, synergies, cost savings, revenue opportunities and growth prospects may not be realized or may take longer to realize than expected; risks associated with integrating Bongo’s operations, technology, personnel and business relationships; the retention of key management and employees; risks relating to content ownership, licensing, distribution, intellectual property and third-party platform relationships; competition in the sports, media, digital-content and streaming industries; international, geopolitical, currency, tax and regulatory risks associated with operations in Singapore, South Asia and other markets; the Company’s ability to maintain compliance with the continued listing requirements of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC; and general economic, market and industry conditions.

Financial and operating information regarding Bongo included in this press release is unaudited, was provided by Bongo management and remains subject to completion of the required audit and the Company’s due diligence. Audited results and other verified information may differ materially from the information presented in this press release. Audience, follower, reach, market and industry data included in this press release are based on information provided by Bongo or third-party sources believed to be reliable but have not been independently verified by the Company, and the Company makes no representation as to their accuracy or completeness.

Additional information concerning risks and uncertainties that could affect the Company’s business and financial results is included in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other reports filed with the SEC. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release, except as required by applicable law.

Source: Flash Sports & Media Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLZH)

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Company Website:
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The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

VinFast’s Expansion Mirrors the Global Shift in EV Growth

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Emerging economies are becoming the EV industry’s fastest-growing markets, creating new opportunities for automakers with an international footprint. VinFast’s latest expansion reflects that shift.


DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 August 2026 – For much of the past decade, the global electric vehicle conversation has revolved around three markets: China, the United States, and Europe. But recent industry data suggests the next chapter may be written elsewhere.

In July, VinFast exported more than 5,000 electric vehicles aboard two dedicated vessels.
In July, VinFast exported more than 5,000 electric vehicles aboard two dedicated vessels.

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), global car sales fell about 5% in the first half of 2026 as economic pressures, fuel price volatility and policy changes weighed on demand in China and the US. Yet electric vehicle sales rebounded strongly in the second quarter, reaching record levels in 50 countries. Markets including Vietnam, India, Australia and South Korea roughly doubled EV sales compared with a year earlier, while more than 90 countries posted year-on-year growth during the first half of the year.

The shift reflects a broader change in where future industry growth is likely to come from. While China remains the world’s largest EV market, the IEA expects sales there to stagnate this year for the first time this decade, even as electric vehicles account for more than 60% of new car sales. Meanwhile, emerging markets are becoming increasingly important, supported by expanding policy incentives, growing charging infrastructure and rising consumer interest.

The agency also notes that China and other emerging economies are expected to account for around 60% of global car demand over the next decade, making success in these markets an increasingly important determinant of future automotive leadership.

VinFast’s latest performance reflects this changing landscape.

The Vietnamese automaker delivered 70,085 electric vehicles globally in the second quarter of 2026, up 96% year-on-year, bringing first-half deliveries to 128,662 vehicles, a 78% increase from the same period last year. The company’s two-wheel business also continued to expand rapidly, with 286,039 electric scooters and e-bikes delivered during the quarter, up 311% year-on-year.

The delivery mix also highlights the importance of products designed for diverse market needs. Models ranging from the compact VF 3 and VF 5 to the Limo Green MPV and the newly introduced VF MPV 7 all contributed meaningfully to second-quarter volumes, suggesting demand is spread across both personal mobility and commercial transportation segments.

Just as significant is where those vehicles are going.

In July, VinFast exported more than 5,000 electric vehicles aboard two dedicated vessels. One shipment, consisting of approximately 1,500 VF 6 SUVs, was designated for partner Green SM’s planned expansion in Europe, while another transported more than 3,500 vehicles to the Philippines and Indonesia. The voyages marked VinFast’s 37th and 38th international export shipments in fewer than four years, underscoring the increasing operational scale behind its global expansion.

VinFast’s effort in international market, including in the Middle East, shows that as growth becomes more geographically diversified, automakers can no longer rely on a handful of mature markets to drive expansion. Instead, success will increasingly depend on building products, distribution networks and operations that can compete across a wide range of emerging economies.

For the global EV industry, the center of gravity is not disappearing from established markets. It is becoming far more distributed. VinFast’s recent momentum suggests that companies positioned across multiple high-growth regions may be among the best placed to benefit from that shift.

Hashtag: #VinFast

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Forbes Travel Guide Expands; Mandarin Oriental Headlines Inaugural Debut Collection

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New Debut and Curated discovery collections offer travelers and travel advisors more trusted luxury options worldwide

ATLANTA, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Forbes Travel Guide (FTG), the global authority on luxury hospitality, today announced the launch of its Debut and Curated discovery collections, expanding the world’s most trusted luxury travel guide with new hotels and cruises beyond its acclaimed Star-Rated portfolio.

Headlining the inaugural Debut collection are 14 Mandarin Oriental hotels and resorts scheduled to open over the next 18 months, giving luxury travelers and travel advisors an exclusive first look at one of the industry’s most anticipated development pipelines.

The collections expand the Travel Guide with luxury hotels and cruises that complement its renowned Star Ratings. Together, they offer discerning travelers new ways to discover luxury experiences while preserving the transparency and credibility that have defined Forbes Travel Guide for more than 68 years.

  • The Debut collection showcases hotels and cruises before launch, offering an early look at highly anticipated additions from the world’s leading hospitality brands.
  • The Curated collection features luxury hotels and cruises in destinations where Forbes Travel Guide does not currently conduct its independent Star Ratings, expanding trusted choices globally.

Properties in the new collections are also showcased on MeridianV, Forbes Travel Guide’s preferred platform for nearly 10,000 registered luxury travel advisors who rely on Forbes Travel Guide’s independent authority when choosing accommodations for their high-value clients.

While the properties in the Debut and Curated collections are not Forbes Travel Guide Star-Rated, each has been reviewed to ensure alignment with Forbes Travel Guide’s foundational criteria for luxury hospitality. The profiles are clearly marked as sponsored to ensure transparency.

“As luxury travelers increasingly seek trusted recommendations across every stage of their journey—from iconic, established destinations to remarkable new openings—Forbes Travel Guide’s Debut and Curated collections help them discover what’s next in luxury hospitality,” said Hermann Elger, CEO of Forbes Travel Guide.

“We are delighted to partner with Forbes Travel Guide on the launch of its Debut collection, offering an early introduction to the next chapter of Mandarin Oriental’s growth,” said Amanda Hyndman, Chief Operating Officer of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. “As we continue to expand our portfolio in exceptional destinations around the world, this collaboration provides travelers and the global travel advisor community with an opportunity to discover the distinctive experiences, legendary service and essence of destination that define Mandarin Oriental.”

The Debut and Curated collections are available on ForbesTravelGuide.com.

About Forbes Travel Guide

Forbes Travel Guide (FTG) is the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas, cruise ships and cruise ship restaurants, helping travelers make informed decisions since 1958. FTG’s Five-Star, Four-Star and Recommended awards are based on anonymous, in-person inspections. Every Star Rating is earned; no business relationship is required, and awards cannot be bought. Visit ForbesTravelGuide.com to explore Star Ratings, discovery collections and expert luxury travel content that inspire your next journey.

Leading the Future of Oral Delivery, Lonza Capsugel brings breakthrough Capsule Technologies to the Korean Market at CPHI Korea

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Advanced Capsule Technology for Improved Digestive Enzyme Delivery

SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lonza Capsugel has released new peer-reviewed research showing that its Licaps® DUOCAP® capsule-in-capsule technology can significantly improve the protection and targeted delivery of acid-sensitive enzymes in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Conducted in collaboration with ProDigest (Belgium), leading experts in preclinical gastrointestinal tract models, the study highlights the impact of dual-release capsule technologies in unlocking advanced product development opportunities and reinforces the importance of delivery choice for nutraceutical products

Published in Pharmaceutics, the study used the Simulator of the Human Intestinal Microbial Ecosystem (SHIME)® in vitro model to compare multiple capsule polymers and formulations under realistic fed and fasted digestive conditions. To assess dissolution behavior, capsules contained caffeine as a marker of capsule dissolution, as well as pancreatin, an acid-sensitive digestive enzyme that is converted from tributyrin to butyrate when it reaches the upper small intestine. Five capsule formulations, including two single capsule types and three Licaps® DUOCAP® capsule-in-capsule configurations, were assessed for dissolution timing, ingredient protection and enzyme activity throughout the upper gastrointestinal tract, with particular focus on the upper small intestine where digestive enzymes are most effective.


When taken with food, the Licaps® DUOCAP® capsule-in-capsule formulations demonstrated superior protection and targeted release profiles, with caffeine released at the end of the duodenum and/or jejunum and a high butyrate recovery, ranging from 53% to 87%. Enzyme activity was up to four times higher in the upper small intestine compared to standard immediate-release capsules. In contrast, the immediate-release single capsule format released a high level of its contents in the stomach, as shown by low butyrate recovery in the upper small intestine (16–21%). This suggests gastric degradation of the unprotected enzyme, meaning that the intended delivery was significantly impaired when compared to the Licaps® DUOCAP® capsule-in-capsule technology.

Dr. Elnaz Karimian Azari, Senior Manager R&D, Lonza Capsugel and lead author of the study, said:

“This study further reinforces the robustness and reliability of our Licaps® DUOCAP® capsule-in-capsule technology, providing independent, peer-reviewed validation of its ability to deliver sensitive ingredients to targeted regions of the gastrointestinal tract. While this work focused on release in the upper small intestine, it builds on a growing body of evidence demonstrating that Licaps® DUOCAP® capsules can protect and transport ingredients like live probiotics all the way to the colon, where they are needed to achieve optimal performance. It also highlights just how important capsule selection is to the success and effectiveness of nutraceutical products – and why delivery really does matter.”

Experience the Future of Oral Delivery at CPHI Korea 2026

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HEINEKEN Lao Brewery Launches Community Water Project in Vientiane Capital

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A picture of HEINEKEN Laos’ 20th anniversary celebrations. (Photo by HEINEKEN)

HEINEKEN Lao Brewery Company Limited, in partnership with the Vientiane Capital Water Supply State Enterprise, has launched a new community water infrastructure project aimed at improving access to clean and reliable water for local communities.

The project, inaugurated on 3 August as part of HEINEKEN Laos’ 20th anniversary celebrations, includes approximately 4.2 kilometers of new water distribution pipelines and represents an investment of more than LAK 4.5 billion (USD 200,000).

The initiative is part of HEINEKEN Lao’s ongoing community support efforts in Laos and focuses on improving access to clean water in the area.

The new infrastructure is expected to improve water access for thousands of residents, particularly during the dry season when many families previously relied on wells, groundwater, and other limited water sources. The completed infrastructure aims to improve water access, enhancing quality of life for households and supporting long-term community development.

HEINEKEN Laos Managing Director Iina Kaepynen said the project reflects the company’s commitment to supporting community wellbeing and creating lasting positive impact through collaboration with government and local stakeholders.

Over the past 20 years, HEINEKEN Laos has supported community initiatives in areas including road safety, environmental sustainability, health, education, and community wellbeing.

The company said the new water project represents its continued commitment to supporting local communities and contributing to a more sustainable future for Laos.

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