–  Recognition underscores Startek’s focus on high-trust culture driving performance and growth

MUMBAI, India, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Startek®, a digital-first global customer experience (CX) solutions provider, announced that Startek India has been officially recognized as a Great Place To Work® Certified™ organization for 2026–27 by Great Place To Work®.

Great Place To Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation.

Startek India was measured through the Trust Index™ survey and Culture Audit, which evaluate core dimensions such as credibility, respect, fairness, pride and camaraderie—factors that directly influence employee engagement and workplace effectiveness.

“This certification reinforces a fundamental business truth, viz. culture drives performance,” said SM Gupta, Chief People Officer, Startek. “When associates trust leadership, feel respected and see clear growth pathways, they deliver stronger client outcomes, higher productivity and greater innovation. At Startek, the organization culture is the vital strategic lever that enables operational excellence and sustainable growth.”

Startek’s people strategy is aligned with its digital-first transformation agenda. The organization continues to invest in structured career progression, leadership development, diversity and inclusion programs, and skills enhancement initiatives designed to build future-ready talent. This integrated approach strengthens employee experience while enhancing service quality and customer satisfaction across global markets.

The recognition further strengthens Startek India’s employer brand and supports its focus on attracting, retaining and developing top talent in a competitive and evolving business environment.

About Great Place To Work®

Backed by 30 years of data, Great Place To Work® is the global authority on workplace culture. Through its proprietary For All™ Model and Trust Index™ Survey, it gives organizations the recognition and tools to create a consistently positive employee experience. Its mission is to help every place become a great place to work for all, driving business growth, improving lives, and empowering communities. Through globally recognized and coveted Great Place To Work Certification™ and highly competitive Best Workplaces™ Lists, Great Place To Work enables employers to attract and retain talent, benchmark company culture, and increase revenue. Its platform enables leaders to truly capture, analyze and understand the experience of every employee, and compare outcomes with data collected from more than 100 million employees in 150 countries worldwide. 

About Startek

Startek® is a global leader in customer experience management, delivering comprehensive digital transformation and CX solutions. With over 35 years of expertise, Startek empowers businesses across diverse industries to create memorable, personalized customer interactions. Operating in 14 countries with a team of 38,000 plus associates, Startek is committed to connecting brands with their customers through innovation, empathy, and operational excellence.

To learn more, visit www.startek.com and follow us on LinkedIn @Startek.

– Proven supply record with global top-tier inspection system manufacturers
– Optimized for high-speed inline semiconductor AXI and 3D X-ray CT platforms

HWASEONG, South Korea, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — With accelerating global investment in AI infrastructure and surging demand for High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) and AI chips, the need for more precise and faster semiconductor inspection processes is growing significantly. Rayence (KOSDAQ: 228850), a global digital X-ray detector manufacturer, unveiled its industrial high-speed CMOS X-ray detector “Flash Series,” engineered specifically for semiconductor AXI (Automated X-ray Inspection) systems and high-speed 3D X-ray CT inspection platforms, aiming to aggressively make inroads into the industrial AXI market.

AI chips and HBM devices feature complex multi-layered and stacked chip structures, making micron-level internal defect detection highly challenging. As micron-level defect detection is inextricably linked to semiconductor yields, demand for advanced inspection technologies beyond conventional AOI—particularly AXI and 3D X-ray CT—continues to grow.

In particular, semiconductor manufacturers are now intensifying efforts to develop high-speed 3D X-ray CT inspection systems capable of shortening inspection times while precisely identifying internal defects. This trend is elevating the importance of securing high-resolution, high-speed CMOS detectors that can operate reliably in high output and high-power X-ray environments—now regarded as a core technology.

“Flash Series” is a high-speed CMOS X-ray detector platform designed for inline semiconductor inspection. First commercialized in 2021, the detector has been supplied to global top-tier AXI and 3D X-ray CT system manufacturers, supporting advanced semiconductor production lines. With the rapid expansion of AI chip inspection and HBM inspection volumes, Rayence has established long-term partnerships with leading global inspection-equipment companies and is ramping up supply.

The enhanced “Flash Series” delivers a 49.5 μm pixel size and supports up to 70 frames per second, enabling stable micron-level defect detection in high-throughput semiconductor AXI systems. Indeed, it is optimized for inspecting HBM and AI chips with fine patterns and complex stacked structures. When applied to inline AXI and 3D X-ray CT inspection systems, it enables real-time inline inspection and yield improvement across production lines simultaneously.

A key differentiator of “Flash Series” is its X-ray robustness of up to 20,000 Gy, ensuring reliable performance under high-output X-ray exposure commonly required in 3D X-ray CT and advanced AXI applications. This high-output X-ray tolerance enables faster scanning speeds and extended operational lifetime. For AXI and 3D X-ray CT system manufacturers, this translates into reduced detector replacement cycles, improved uptime, and lower total cost of ownership.

As high-speed 3D X-ray CT systems become critical for next-generation semiconductor inspection—particularly in HBM inspection and AI chip inspection—the need for durable, high-resolution CMOS X-ray detectors continues to grow. Rayence positions the Flash Series as a core detector solution for semiconductor AXI systems requiring high-speed imaging, high-resolution defect detection, and stable operation under intensive X-ray conditions.

Rayence, the only CMOS X-ray detector manufacturer in Korea, is gaining attention for its strong technological capabilities optimized for industrial inspection environments. As demand for AI- and HBM- focused inspection continues to rise and translates into global equipment orders, its industrial detector revenue is expected to remain stable in the first quarter of this year.

“As AI infrastructure continues to expand and the structural complexity of HBM and AI chips deepens, the detection of microscopic defects using AXI and 3D X-ray CT has become an essential process in semiconductor manufacturing.” said Jaejeong Seo., CEO of Rayence.

“Rayence has continuously supplied high-speed CMOS detectors to global top-tier inspection equipment manufacturers, validating our technology and quality at a world-class level. We will further focus on the industrial X-ray inspection market, advancing next-generation high-speed, high-resolution, and high-durability CMOS detectors to strengthen our position as a key partner in AI semiconductor inspection.”

Company Brief: Rayence

Rayence (KOSDAQ: 228850) is a global provider of digital X-ray imaging solutions and industrial CMOS X-ray detectors. The company manufactures both TFT and CMOS detector platforms, serving medical, dental, veterinary, and semiconductor inspection markets. With vertically integrated capabilities including detector ASIC design, scintillator deposition, and image processing technologies, Rayence delivers high-speed, high-resolution, and high-durability X-ray detector solutions for advanced semiconductor AXI and 3D X-ray CT inspection systems.

ESR’s comprehensive accessory portfolio spans cases, screen protectors, keyboards, and styluses. It is designed to elevate every aspect of the iPad experience, from protection and productivity to creativity.

WILMINGTON, Del., March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ESR, a global tech accessories brand trusted by over 130 million customers worldwide, today brings a full range of cases and accessories designed specifically for Apple’s latest iPad Air models. Combining versatile design, exceptional flexibility and durability, the collection delivers protection, productivity, and creativity for everyday tasks.

“The iPad has evolved into an essential device for productivity, creativity, and everyday life, and accessories play a key role in shaping that experience,” said Tim Wu, CEO of ESR. “Our mission is to provide accessories that help technology integrate seamlessly into users’ daily routines. This new lineup is designed to unlock the full potential of the M4-powered iPad Air, enabling seamless transitions between work, creativity, and more.”

Adapt to Every Task with Reliable Protection

ESR’s magnetic iPad case lineup has long been a favorite, celebrated for its multi-mode versatility across viewing, writing, browsing, gaming, and even fridge mounting, while delivering all-around protection. Paired with durable screen protectors, the combination becomes a complete solution that keeps users productive and provides lasting peace of mind.

• ESR Shift Magnetic Case

This Red Dot Award-winning case sets the standard for magnetic cases with five distinct usage modes. From watching to writing and more, its wide support brackets and strong magnetic grooves deliver nine stable viewing angles and maintain stability even on soft surfaces. The detachable magnetic back case allows seamless transitions between landscape, portrait, and full hands-on use. Available on Amazon and the ESR Store now.

• ESR Flip Magnetic Case (Pencil Holder)

For a slimmed-down version, this case adapts seamlessly between landscape and portrait modes. It offers 45° and 60° landscape viewing angles, plus a 25° writing angle. A foldable upright stand enables vertical browsing. The ultra-stable magnetic structure also ensures stable support anywhere, and a built-in pencil slot keeps the Apple Pencil within easy reach. Available on Amazon and the ESR Store now.

• ESR UltraFit Armorite Screen Protector 

This screen protector is designed for the easiest installation while providing strong protection against scratches and everyday wear. Its innovative one-pull application ensures a bubble- and dust-free fit every time. Crafted from tough tempered glass, this military-grade screen protector delivers up to 7× the impact absorption of generic protectors. It withstands drops from nearly 4 ft and up to 26 impacts, with 9H scratch resistance and long-lasting clarity. Available on Amazon and the ESR Store now.

Maximize Productivity with Flexibility

Today’s iPad is built for productivity. To fully unlock that potential, ESR’s two keyboard cases offer detachable keyboards and versatile stands for maximum flexibility.

With stable Bluetooth connectivity, the keyboard detaches for comfortable typing, while the back case stands alone for gaming and reading. The kickstand transitions effortlessly between different angles, keeping pace with every task throughout the day. Complemented by a lightweight, all-around protective design and smooth multi-touch gestures, these cases deliver the ultimate productivity experience, anywhere and anytime.

• ESR Shift Keyboard Case (Detachable)

Built for professionals and creators, the Shift stands out with five usage modes. Beyond the detached keyboard and back-case options, it offers a fully adjustable landscape mode from 20° to 75°, a fixed low-angle 20° landscape mode, and a portrait position. These modes ensure seamless transitions across work, stable drawing, and more. A backlit keyboard and edge-to-edge trackpad deliver laptop-like control, while dual Apple Pencil holders keep the stylus always within reach and protected. Available on Amazon and the ESR Store now.

• ESR Flex Keyboard Case (Detachable)

Designed for students and occasional office users, the Flex combines productivity and portability without compromise. At just 530 g, it is 20% lighter than generic keyboard cases. It offers four usage modes, including stable 65° and 20° landscape positions. These modes support typing, handwriting, and everyday tasks. A large trackpad and built-in Pencil holder ensure a seamless experience throughout use. Available on Amazon and the ESR Store now.

Unleash Creativity with Precision and Ease

Writing and drawing on the iPad is a defining advantage over traditional laptops, establishing it as a uniquely powerful tool for creativity. ESR’s Geo Digital Pencil, paired with the UltraFit Armorite Paper-Feel Screen Protector, enhances precision and delivers a natural pen-on-paper experience that unlocks the full potential of the iPad.

• ESR Geo Digital Pencil

As the first third-party stylus with Apple-certified Find My integration, it allows users to locate it if misplaced, so creative flow is never interrupted. Bluetooth connectivity enables real-time battery monitoring and shortcut buttons for efficient iPad interaction, while fast charging delivers extended use. Palm rejection, tilt sensitivity, and a fine tip deliver precise control with every stroke. Compatible with all iPad models and available in five vibrant colors, it blends performance with personal style. Available on Amazon and the ESR Store now.

• ESR UltraFit Armorite Paper-Feel Screen Protector

Tailored for iPad creativity, it combines a natural paper-feel drawing and writing experience with military-grade protection, delivering 5× the impact absorption of generic protectors. As part of the UltraFit series, it also features a simple one-pull application. Available on Amazon and the ESR Store now.

Availability

The full press kit can be found here. For more information, visit ESR’s official website or Amazon store to explore the complete iPad accessories range.

About ESR: Trusted for 17 Years

Founded in 2009, ESR is a global tech brand trusted by over 130 million customers worldwide. We design tech accessories for smart devices to enhance everyday tech experiences. We’re on a mission to make tech easier to use, developing products that seamlessly integrate into daily life, helping people live with greater ease and efficiency.

Initial rollout establishes scalable foundation with opportunity for broader distribution, subject to performance

GARLAND, Texas, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Massimo Group (NASDAQ: MAMO), a manufacturer and distributor of powersports vehicles, utility vehicles and related equipment, today announced that a long-standing national rural lifestyle retail partner has authorized one Massimo core product for placement across 1,000 U.S. retail locations.

The initial rollout includes approximately 2,400 units and will be supported through both physical retail stores and the retailer’s online sales platform, enabling an integrated, omnichannel sales approach. The 1,000-store authorization represents a significant portion of the retailer’s U.S. footprint and establishes a scalable foundation for potential future expansion.

This authorization reflects the continued strength of Massimo’s retail partnership and the retailer’s confidence in the Company’s product performance, operational execution and ability to support national-scale distribution.

The Company believes the initial rollout provides a clear pathway for broader distribution across the retailer’s approximately 2,200 U.S. locations, subject to sales performance, inventory turnover and ongoing commercial evaluation. Any potential expansion would be evaluated based on market results and mutual agreement between the parties.

Massimo Group expects the expanded placement of this core product to generate incremental revenue while leveraging existing operational infrastructure, allowing the Company to scale efficiently without materially increasing complexity.

CEO Commentary

David Shan, Chief Executive Officer of Massimo Group, commented: “This authorization represents an important validation moment for Massimo. Launching a single core product across 1,000 stores, supported by both in-store and online channels, demonstrates that our model works at national scale. We view this as the foundation for a repeatable growth framework — one that prioritizes disciplined execution, strong retail partnerships, and performance-driven expansion.”

Shan added:

“While we remain focused on execution, we believe this rollout positions the Company well for future opportunities. As performance is proven, this structure creates optionality for broader distribution, meaningful volume growth, and long-term value creation for shareholders.”

With continued focus on scalable retail partnerships, disciplined product strategy, and execution across its distribution network, Massimo Group remains committed to building sustainable growth and strengthening its position within the U.S. powersports and utility vehicle market.

About Massimo Group (NASDAQ: MAMO)

Massimo Group is a manufacturer and distributor of powersports products. Headquartered in Texas, the company offers a full lineup of UTVs, ATVs and mini bikes built for outdoor adventure. Massimo Group is dedicated to providing high-performance, reliable and affordable vehicles for consumers across the United States.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws with respect to Massimo Group. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release, including statements regarding Massimo Group’s expected retail distribution expansion, anticipated sell-through performance, potential full-chain authorization, and future revenue growth are forward-looking statements.

In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “predict,” “project,” “target,” “potential,” “seek,” “will,” “would,” “could,” “should,” or similar expressions, and the negatives of those terms. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including, but not limited to, retail sell-through performance; changes in consumer demand; macroeconomic conditions; inflationary pressures; supply chain constraints; production or logistics delays; inventory availability; shipping and delivery timelines; regulatory developments; competitive pressures, and other risks and uncertainties, including those under “Risk Factors” in filings with the SEC made by Massimo Group. Moreover, Massimo Group operates in very competitive and rapidly changing environments. Because forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified and some of which are beyond Massimo Group’s control, you should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. No assurance can be given regarding the forward-looking statements, and actual results may differ materially from those as indicated. Massimo Group undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.

Company Contact

Quenton Petersen
Vice President
Massimo Group
ir@massimomotor.com

TAIPEI and MILPITAS, Calif., March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (NasdaqGS: SIMO) (“Silicon Motion”), a global leader in designing and marketing NAND flash controllers for solid-state storage devices, today announced that it will showcase its AI-optimized boot storage solutions at Embedded World 2026. The portfolio includes Ferri Embedded Storage and MonTitan Enterprise SSD Controller Solutions.

Reliable Boot Storage for Industrial and Data Center Platforms

Silicon Motion’s FerriSSD® is engineered to meet the stringent requirements of system boot and initialization across industrial and AI-driven data center platforms. As a dedicated NVMe boot drive, it ensures stable power behavior, deterministic performance, and strong data integrity—critical for reliable OS loading, firmware execution, and continuous telemetry and log operations.

Available in a compact PCIe Gen4 x4 BGA form factor, FerriSSD® delivers fast and consistent boot performance with extended lifecycle support for long-term deployments. The solution has entered production shipments with leading AI ecosystem players.

Ferri-UFS® (UFS 3.1) and Ferri-eMMC® (eMMC 5.1) further extend the Ferri boot storage portfolio, providing robust and power-efficient embedded storage options for space-constrained and mission-critical designs.

All Ferri products integrate Silicon Motion’s IntelligentSeries™ technologies, enhancing boot reliability through advanced power-loss protection, intelligent firmware optimization, strong encryption architecture, and comprehensive NAND management. These capabilities enable predictable and secure startup behavior even under intensive log writing, frequent OS updates, and continuous edge workloads.

Strengthening Automotive AI Ecosystems with Dedicated Boot Storage

As modern vehicles adopt increasingly centralized and AI-driven computing architectures for ADAS, infotainment, and domain control systems, dependable boot storage plays a critical role in system readiness and operational safety. Silicon Motion’s Ferri solutions are engineered to deliver consistent system initialization, high reliability under harsh operating conditions, and secure data protection aligned with automotive-grade requirements.

The company’s automotive-grade products adhere to stringent international standards, including AEC-Q100, IATF 16949, ISO 21434, and ISO 26262 ASIL B, and have achieved ASPICE CL3 certification for automotive SSD controllers.

Ferri-UFS® and Ferri-eMMC® provide automotive-grade embedded storage designed for stringent durability and longevity standards, while PCIe Gen4 FerriSSD® supports high-performance boot requirements for next-generation vehicle compute platforms. Together, these solutions establish a stable and secure storage foundation for evolving automotive ecosystems.

Enterprise SSD Controllers for AI Data Center Infrastructure

In addition to its boot storage portfolio, Silicon Motion will also showcase its MonTitan® enterprise SSD controller solutions, including the SM8366, optimized for near-GPU, compute, nearline, and edge server deployments. The SM8366 PCIe Gen5 enterprise SSD controller is designed to support high-performance AI infrastructure, enabling efficient data movement and scalable storage architectures for GPU-accelerated computing environments.

Silicon Motion will exhibit at Embedded World 2026, taking place March 10–12 in Nuremberg, Germany, where attendees can visit Stand 385 in Hall 1 to learn more about its boot storage and controller solutions for industrial, embedded, automotive, and data center applications.

For further details, kindly visit https://www.siliconmotion.com/events/2026EW/

About Silicon Motion

Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (NasdaqGS: SIMO) is the global leader in supplying NAND flash controllers for solid-state storage devices. The company ships more SSD controllers than any other supplier worldwide for servers, PCs, and other client devices, and is also the leading merchant provider of eMMC and UFS embedded storage controllers used in smartphones, IoT products, and automotive applications.

Silicon Motion also delivers customized, high-performance solutions for hyperscale data centers, industrial systems, and automotive SSDs. Its controllers are designed to power the world’s most advanced AI, cloud, and enterprise storage platforms, combining high performance, low power, and proven reliability.

Our customers include most of the world’s NAND flash vendors, data center and enterprise storage solution providers, storage device module makers, and leading OEMs, all of whom rely on Silicon Motion’s proven controller technologies to enable innovative, high-quality storage solutions. For further information, please visit www.siliconmotion.com

Corporate Media Contact:  

Minnie Lin      
Director of Marketing Communication       
E-mail: minnie.lin@siliconmotion.com

Investor Contacts:
E-mail:IR@siliconmotion.com

Sales Contact: 
E-mail: service@siliconmotion.com

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Coastal PR
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New leadership signals the next phase of growth, bringing proven go-to-market execution and financial discipline to a company at the forefront of transparent network detection and response.

PARIS and INDIANAPOLIS, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stamus Networks, the global leader in Suricata-based network security and creator of the Clear NDR^® platform, today announced the appointment of Mark Firmin as Chief Executive Officer and Patrick Deane as Chief Financial Officer. Together, Firmin and Deane bring the operational experience and financial discipline required to accelerate Stamus Networks’ global expansion at a defining moment for the network detection and response market.

Mark Firmin — Chief Executive Officer

Firmin brings more than 25 years of experience founding, scaling, and successfully exiting B2B technology companies across the United States and Europe. His background spans enterprise software, SaaS platforms, and early-stage venture investing. Most recently, he co-founded and served as CEO of eTreem, Inc., a B2B payments platform, leading the company from inception through capital raise to strategic acquisition within three years. Over his career, he has successfully exited six technology businesses – four to strategic acquirers and two to private equity firms, including the acquisition of ACOMPay by American Express.

A seed-round investor in Stamus Networks through VisionTech Partners and a board member since 2025, Firmin steps into the CEO role with a deep understanding of the company’s technology, market position, and strategic direction.

“Stamus Networks is uniquely positioned at a moment when the cybersecurity market is demanding exactly what we deliver: precision threat detection with complete transparency and explainability,” said Firmin. “Organizations operating in high-stakes environments — financial services, critical infrastructure, government, defense — cannot afford black-box security. They need detections they can trust, evidence they can act on, and outcomes they can explain to auditors and leadership. Our Clear NDR platform, built on Suricata’s proven open architecture, delivers all of this at enterprise scale. I am excited to build our next phase of growth on that foundation.”

Firmin is a dual U.S. and U.K. citizen. He holds a B.A. from Sheffield Hallam University and an M.Sc. in Computer Information Systems from Georgia State University and has lived in the United States for more than 30 years, including nearly two decades in Indianapolis — closely aligning with Stamus Networks’ transatlantic footprint.

Patrick Deane — Chief Financial Officer

Deane joins Stamus Networks with extensive experience in financial leadership and operational strategy, with a track record of building the financial infrastructure required to scale growth-stage technology companies responsibly. He will focus on strengthening financial visibility, operational discipline, and scalable processes to support the company’s continued expansion across North America and Europe.

“Stamus Networks enters this next phase with strong technical foundations, a differentiated product, and growing global demand from organizations that require both precision and transparency in their security operations,” said Deane. “My focus is ensuring we have the financial structure and performance visibility to scale confidently, investing in the innovation, partner enablement, and customer outcomes that define this company.”

Positioned for Growth at a Market Inflection Point

Security leaders are under mounting pressure to move beyond the noise of low-fidelity detections. They must demonstrate measurable outcomes, defend their findings to auditors, and integrate network intelligence into broader AI-powered security operations. The rise of sophisticated, infrastructure-targeting threats has made high-fidelity network visibility a strategic imperative, not an optional capability.

Stamus Networks is built for this environment. Clear NDR delivers the accuracy and transparency that security teams in regulated industries and critical infrastructure demand, transforming raw network traffic into actionable, explainable intelligence with complete packet-level evidence. The platform’s open architecture and deep Suricata heritage enable rapid deployment, reduce organizational risk, and serve as the network intelligence foundation for AI-powered security operations.

Trusted by leading financial institutions, government agencies, and battle-tested across nine years of NATO’s largest cybersecurity exercises, Stamus Networks has established a unique position at the intersection of technical rigor and operational transparency.

“As AI-powered security platforms mature, the organizations that will lead are those with the most reliable, explainable network intelligence at their foundation,” said Firmin. “The market is aligning directly with our strengths. We believe Stamus is positioned to execute with the discipline and velocity this moment requires.”

About Stamus Networks

Stamus Networks is the global leader in Suricata-based network security and the creator of the Clear NDR^® system. Designed to close visibility gaps and reduce alert fatigue, Clear NDR transforms raw network traffic into actionable security insights with unmatched transparency, customization, and effectiveness. Trusted by leading financial institutions, government agencies, and battle-tested over nine years in NATO’s largest cybersecurity exercises, Stamus Networks delivers proven, high-performance network detection and response solutions. Stamus empowers security teams — delivering clarity amidst complexity — with greater control, fewer false positives, faster response times, and a more responsive, open approach than legacy vendors. For more information visit www.stamus-networks.com.

NEW HAVEN, Conn., March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A group of leading global companies has today announced a $100 million initiative to accelerate the reduction of superpollutants – powerful warming agents such as methane, black carbon, and refrigerant gases that are responsible for roughly half of all climate warming to date and can contribute to harmful air pollution.

This new effort – the Superpollutant Action Initiative – aims to deliver positive climate, health, and economic benefits by scaling funding for projects that cut these often short-lived but highly potent pollutants. Through the initiative, companies including Amazon, Autodesk, Figma, Google, JPMorganChase, Salesforce, and Workday, will each identify and fund high-impact projects targeting superpollutants around the world. The aim of this initiative is to deploy $100 million through 2030 to unlock action in areas where progress is critically needed.

“Superpollutants are a major part of the equation to limit atmospheric warming. Experts agree that eliminating them where we can is one of the most powerful levers we have to deliver near-term impact, playing a vital and complementary role to removing CO2. Google is excited to join our peers in accelerating progress to eliminate superpollutants,” said Randy Spock, Carbon Credits and Removals Lead, Google.

Superpollutants are emitted from sources including energy production, agriculture, waste, and cooling systems. Although the most common ones remain in the atmosphere for less time than carbon dioxide, they can trap heat tens to thousands of times more powerfully, making their reduction one of the fastest ways to slow near-term warming.

Many solutions to cut superpollutants are already available and cost-effective. Methane alone drives roughly a third of today’s near-term warming and global methane abatement could avoid more than $1 trillion in market damages by 2050.

Rapid action on superpollutants can also deliver significant human and environmental benefits. According to analysis, aggressive reductions could avoid more than half a degree Celsius of warming by 2050, prevent millions of premature deaths from air pollution each year, and protect tens of millions of crops annually. Cutting superpollutants is therefore one of the most effective and immediately available ways to slow near-term warming, making it a critical emergency brake for the planet.

“Reducing superpollutants is one of the best ways to limit near-term warming, delivering critical benefits for air quality, public health, and agricultural resilience. A multi-stakeholder approach can help accelerate solutions at scale — Salesforce is proud to support this initiative with our peers,” said Max Scher, Vice President of Sustainability, Salesforce.

The initiative is organized by the Beyond Alliance, a business-led coalition focused on scaling corporate funding for high-integrity climate solutions. Beyond will support participating companies by providing research, reporting, knowledge sharing, and other activities associated with implementing the initiative.

“We are in a decisive decade for the climate, and reducing superpollutants is one of the few levers that can bend the curve quickly,” said Luke Pritchard, Director, Beyond Alliance. “This initiative shows how companies can deploy private capital where it matters most—unlocking solutions that cut warming, improve air quality, and deliver measurable results now, while creating a clear pathway for others to follow.”

To identify the best opportunities for rapid action, the Beyond Alliance will partner with the Carbon Containment Lab and leading scientific experts to create a global roadmap highlighting how companies can support progress on superpollutant action. The roadmap, set to be released later this year, will outline how and where private capital can be deployed to achieve the greatest impact and will be made publicly available to enable other companies, investors, and governments to accelerate progress.

Beyond structured its initiative based on a set of guiding principles designed to maximize results, including catalytic impact, scientific rigor, transparency, urgency, and collaboration. For more information, visit www.beyond-alliance.org/superpollutants.

The announcement has been welcomed by leading organizations working to accelerate action on superpollutants, including Cascade Climate, the Clean Air Fund, the Climate and Clean Air Coalition, the Climateworks Foundation, the Environmental Defense Fund, the Global Methane Hub, and the Super Pollutant Action Alliance.

LANGFANG, China, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — This article is from Essen Tech News

On February 27, the Langfang Municipal Bureau of Sports in Hebei Province convened the city’s 2026 sports work conference. The meeting emphasized that the city’s sports system must align its thinking and actions, address challenges with a strong sense of urgency and a practical work style, and ensure that all initiatives are effectively implemented, contributing to the development of a strong sports city and a Healthy Langfang.

Over the past year, Langfang achieved notable results in mass sports, competitive sports, and the growth of the sports industry.

In the field of mass sports, the city invested more than 8 million yuan to upgrade seven large-scale sports parks and to build or renovate 17 neighborhood ball-game courts. The per capita sports venue area increased to 3.05 square meters. A total of 708 public-benefit sporting events were held throughout the year, and participation in the “National Fitness Walking and Running Conference” exceeded 100,000 person-times, effectively promoting the nationwide fitness campaign.

In terms of the sports industry, Langfang hosted high-profile events in 2025, including the China Drone Racing League, while exploring an integrated “sports and tourism” development model. These initiatives directly generated more than 7 million yuan in local economic activity. The total scale of the city’s sports industry is expected to reach 14.099 billion yuan, underscoring sports as a new driver of local economic growth.

The conference also recognized National Advanced Units and Individuals in Mass Sports for the 2021–2024 period. Among those honored were Hebei Mengzhou Sports Development Co., Ltd. and sports manager Zhou Qian, who received the title of National Advanced Individual in Sports. Zhou has organized widely acclaimed events, including table tennis tournaments, youth football competitions, international basketball invitationals, and the Yongqing Ice and Snow Festival. These events have attracted international enthusiasts and young participants alike, sustaining strong momentum in public sports initiatives in Yongqing County amid the nationwide fitness movement. By integrating sporting events with the sports industry, Zhou has injected fresh vitality into local cultural tourism and economic development, demonstrating the influential role individuals can play in advancing regional sports development.

Overall, Langfang’s sports sector has shown coordinated progress in public participation, event-driven economic growth, and industrial expansion. These achievements have laid a solid foundation for sports development in 2026 and provide replicable experience for the city’s ambition to become a leading sports hub.