PANAMA CITY, April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Despite a turbulent first quarter characterized by market volatility and shrinking global trading volumes, HTX DAO has delivered a robust deflationary performance.

According to an official announcement, HTX DAO successfully completed its $HTX burn for the first quarter of 2026 on April 15. A total of 10,825,402,253,521.04 $HTX tokens, valued at approximately $19.22 million, were permanently removed from circulation. This brings the cumulative total of $HTX burned and pledged to 110.32 trillion tokens to date.

Counter-Cyclical Resilience Amid Market Downturn

The global crypto market faced significant headwinds in Q1, with total trading volumes plunging by 27% quarter-over-quarter due to cautious macroeconomic sentiment. While much of the industry struggled with revenue contraction, $HTX demonstrated remarkable “counter-cyclical” resilience.

Data reveals that even in a subdued market, the volume of $HTX burned in a single quarter exceeded 1% of its total supply.  This indicates that the HTX platform has maintained efficient revenue conversion and high-volume burn schedules despite the broader market conditions, a feat that has significantly bolstered community and investor confidence.

Market capital flows further support this narrative. According to DefiLlama data, as of March 31, HTX ranked first globally among centralized exchanges (CEXs) for 24-hour net capital inflows, attracting $54.14 million in a single day.

Redefining Scarcity: 5.5% Annual Deflation Rate

Since the inception of the burn program in 2024, the cumulative reduction in $HTX supply—through burns and pledges—has surpassed 11% of the total supply. This represents a staggering average annual deflation rate of 5.5%, a figure that significantly outpaces most peer exchange tokens and mainstream crypto assets. This aggressive supply reduction creates a high degree of scarcity, providing a solid foundation for the token’s long-term value.

While the supply side contracts, the demand for $HTX is being aggressively reinforced.

In Q1, $HTX was successfully listed on the European compliant exchange Bit2Me, expanding its user base and liquidity within regulated markets. Additionally, HTX DAO launched a $HTX staking feature, allowing hodlers to earn up to 10% APY while participating in governance, incentivizing long-term holding.

Since April 1, $HTX has served as the sole token for trading fee discounts on the HTX exchange. Its integration into core trading scenarios provides a sustainable engine for future burns and ongoing market demand.

The token’s resilience against headwinds in Q1 2026 serves as a definitive validation of the $HTX deflationary model and the steady growth of the HTX ecosystem. As the burn mechanism continues and the ecosystem expands, the “absolute scarcity” of $HTX is expected to become increasingly pronounced.

About HTX DAO

As a multi-chain deployed decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), HTX DAO demonstrates an innovative governance approach. Unlike traditional corporate structures, it adopts a decentralized governance structure composed of a diversified group, jointly committed to the success of this organization. This unique ecosystem advocates openness and encourages all DAO participants to propose ideas that can promote the development of HTX DAO.

BEIJING, April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Chinese baijiu maker Fenjiu Group has pledged to continue to serve as a bridge for communication, a bond for cooperation, and a witness to friendship among Global South countries, said Wu Yuefei, vice chairman and general manager of the group.

Addressing the 2026 Global South Financiers Forum, Wu said that as a brand rooted in the first echelon of China’s liquor industry, Fenjiu is not only a loyal inheritor of the spirit of Shanxi merchants but also an active explorer of modern enterprise governance in the new era.

From green agriculture to digital transformation, from channel access to scenario co-creation, the liquor industry cannot develop without the innovative application of financial tools, said Wu, when introducing the practice of Fenjiu’s revitalization.

Fenjiu will continue to work with all partners to explore innovative practices in green finance and jointly write the story of “turning green into gold” in the Global South, he added.

Fenjiu’s 1,500-year history has provided it with confidence to withstand economic cycles, said Wu. Fenjiu advocates “patient capital”, supporting the construction of industrial foundation capabilities, brand cultivation, and technological innovation with a long-term perspective, so as to remain steady and make progress amid cyclical fluctuations.

Moreover, Fenjiu has deeply advanced its business strategy of “co-creating the future with consumers”, said Wu. Through digital and intelligent transformation and cultural innovation, it is creating a new scenario to realize mutual benefit, win-win results and common prosperity with consumers.

In the future, Fenjiu will work hand in hand with global partners to jointly discuss, build, share and achieve win-win results, said Wu. It will delve deeply into areas such as green finance, industrial collaboration, and value co-creation, transforming the consensus on green development into cooperation achievements and the vision of industrial collaboration into practical actions.

The 2026 Global South Financiers Forum was held in Beijing on March 25-26 under the theme “Illuminating Global South”, bringing together heads of financial institutions, experts and industry leaders from home and abroad to exchange views on the achievements and future prospects of green finance cooperation.

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Whisper-quiet, long-lasting battery life, and a charging dock that keeps it ready to go, the Windi Pro Mini redefines the personal fan

TUSTIN, Calif., April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Levoit, the brand trusted by millions for smart, clean living, is expanding its product lineup of tower fans with the launch of the Levoit Windi Pro Mini, a portable tower fan with a charging base designed to deliver powerful, quiet cooling wherever life takes you.

Small enough to place on your desk or nightstand, yet powerful enough to keep you cool on a day at the beach, the Windi Pro Mini helps you stay comfortable. With a detachable auto-charging base, a battery life that lasts up to 20 hours, and noise levels as low as 20dB, it’s designed to fit seamlessly into any routine. Each model also includes a remote control, enabling convenient adjustment of fan speed and operating modes from a distance.

Available in three trendy colors—black for the Windi Pro Mini, and white and pink for the Windi Mini—the lineup is a new summer must-have designed to match any décor style.

• Strong Airflow & Ultra-Quiet Operation: With a max wind speed of 7.0 m/s and noise levels as low as 20dB, the Windi Pro Mini provides effortless cooling built for everyday life.
• Perfectly Portable: Measuring at just 5 inches wide and 15 inches tall, about the size of a large water bottle, it is conveniently sized and ideal for multiple use cases — from an office desk to an outdoor adventure.
• Long Runtime for Everyday Activities: With up to 20 hours of battery life on the lowest fan speed, it provides a whole day of uninterrupted cooling. With a convenient and detachable charging base, you can effortlessly switch from a tabletop fan to portable fan to take on the go.
• Soothing Nightlight: Complete with a warm light to simulate the yellow light of a natural sunset, the Windi Pro Mini supports a calming sleep environment.

The Levoit Windi Pro Mini is now available on Amazon for $99.99. The product line also includes the plug-in Levoit Windi Mini, also available on Amazon for $49.99. Select models are also available on Levoit.com.

The Windi Mini family joins Levoit’s line-up of top-rated tower fans, including the Classic 42-Inch Smart Tower Fan and Classic 36-Inch Smart Tower Fan, available on Levoit.com, Amazon and select retail partners.

The press kit with images can be found HERE.  

About Levoit

Levoit elevates home wellness. From the air you breathe to the ground you walk on, we design smart humidifiers, air purifiers, vacuums, and fans that transform your home into a space of ease and comfort. Our VeSync app gives you full control of your home base, enabling you to monitor air quality, adjust humidity, and set timers and schedules with the tap of a screen. As part of the VeSync family of brands, Levoit continues our company’s mission to build the home of the future. Learn more at www.levoit.com and follow Levoit on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and TikTok.

About VeSync

Headquartered in Tustin, Calif., VeSync is a leading global smart home technology company empowering everyday wellness through innovative technology and thoughtful design. The company designs and delivers consumer appliances and wellness products that simplify routines and support better living under its family of brands: Levoit, Cosori, and Etekcity, all integrated through the VeSync app for seamless smart living. VeSync holds more than 125 patents worldwide, and its award-winning products lead in their categories.  VeSync develops smart, connected solutions that enhance everyday life for millions of households across North America, Europe, and Asia. www.vesync.com.

GUANGZHOU, China  , April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — From March 28 to 30, 2026, the 4th International Conference on Single-Cell and Spatial Omics was successfully convened in Beijing. The conference was jointly organized by Macau University of Science and Technology, Chongqing Medical University, the Human Phenome Institute of Fudan University, the Basic Medicine Division of the Chinese Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and the Single Cell Sequencing Network. Held under the theme “Atlas • AI • Acceleration,” the event brought together world-leading experts, scholars, entrepreneurs, investors, and media representatives in single-cell and spatial omics to exchange perspectives on cutting-edge technologies and emerging trends in the life sciences. Total registrations—spanning in-person attendees in Beijing and participants in the online international forum—surpassed 5,000, reflecting the strong momentum and collaborative spirit of the field.

Professor Xinghua Pan of Macau University of Science and Technology, the founder of the conference, delivered the opening address. Reflecting on the journey of TICSSO, Dr. Pan noted that previous editions have cumulatively drawn more than 15,000 registered participants and over 7,000 in-person attendees across dozens of thematic forums since the inaugural conference in Guangzhou, followed by Shenzhen and Shanghai. “From Guangzhou, to Shenzhen, to Shanghai, and now to Beijing, TICSSO has grown from a vision into a thriving community,” he said. Dr. Pan emphasized that TICSSO’s founding mission remains unchanged: to build an interdisciplinary, cross-sector, and international platform that advances the global single-cell and spatial omics community. “It is our shared commitment to the frontiers of life sciences that has brought together this remarkable community of academia and industry,” he added.

The opening ceremony was officially inaugurated by Academician Xiaoliang Xie (Changping National Laboratory / Peking University), Professor Xinghua Pan (Macau University of Science and Technology), Professor Fuchou Tang (Peking University), Professor Guoji Guo (Zhejiang University), Professor Gang Cao (Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology), Professor Binzhi Qian (Human Phenome Institute, Fudan University), Professor Ge Gao (Peking University), Professor Bing Zhu (Tongji University), and Professor Lan Jiang (National Center for Bioinformation). The conference was honored to have Academician Xiaoliang Xie, Academician Li Jin (Fudan University), and Academician Zemin Zhang (Chongqing Medical University) as honorary chairs.

Academician Xiaoliang Xie of Changping National Laboratory / Peking University delivered a keynote address titled “What Can FOODIE Do for Biology and Medicine.”

The conference also featured nine thematic forums spanning cutting-edge areas including spatiotemporal mapping, single-cell and spatial omics technologies, proteomics and metabolism, spatiotemporal algorithms, development and aging, neuroscience, tumor and immunity, and AI and digitalization, with a total of 64 scientific presentations delivered.

The international forum brought together leading researchers in single-cell and spatial omics from around the world to share the latest advances in the field, underscoring TICSSO’s growing role as a premier platform for international scientific exchange.

Beyond its role as a premier platform for scientific exchange among leading researchers internationally, TICSSO also provides a unique interface for accelerating the translation of breakthrough technologies into products, including innovative reagents and devices, as well as precision diagnostics, therapeutics, and pharmaceutical applications. Dozens of outstanding enterprises in the field were honored with distinctions such as the “Annual Technological Innovation Pioneer Award” for their core innovative technologies and groundbreaking products in single-cell and spatial omics. These accolades highlight the vital role of industry collaboration in driving the field forward.

About the International Conference on Single-Cell and Spatial Omics（TICSSO）

The TICSSO Conference was founded in 2022 by Professor Xinghua Pan of Macau University of Science and Technology, Professor Fuchou Tang of Peking University, and Professor Guoji Guo of Zhejiang University. The founding mission was to establish an interdisciplinary, cross-sectoral, and international platform for exchange. We aim to advance the deep integration of academia and industry, continuously pushing the boundaries of life sciences.

From 2022 to 2026, the conference has accumulated over 20,000 registered participants and 9,574 in-person attendees, with 61 specialized forums held to date.

Several hundred leading scientists who have made remarkable contributions to the field have participated in this grand event, including Qimin Zhan(Peking University), Zemin Zhang(Chongqing Medical University), Bing Ren (New York Genome Center), James Zou (Stanford University), Xiaojie Qiu (Stanford University), Alex Shalek (MIT), Nicholas Navin (MD Anderson Cancer Center), Rong Fan (Yale University), and Hongjie Li (Baylor College of Medicine), among many others. The wealth of academic presentations painted a comprehensive panorama of single-cell and spatial omics development—spanning from industry frontiers to the pinnacles of scientific discovery, and from technological breakthroughs to clinical translation.