SINGAPORE, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In a world where business events are no longer just about meetings but about meaningful connections and memorable journeys, PARKROYAL on Beach Road is redefining what it means to host international events in Singapore — offering global organisers a destination where world-class facilities, authentic culture and seamless hospitality converge under one roof.

Strategically located at the gateway between Singapore’s Central Business District and the historic Kampong Gelam precinct, the hotel is positioning itself as a leading destination MICE venue for international conferences, corporate meetings and incentive groups seeking both efficiency and experience.

“With today’s global organisers looking beyond function to experience, wellness and sustainability, our goal is to deliver events that are seamless, culturally enriching and distinctly Singaporean,” said Damian Tan, General Manager of PARKROYAL on Beach Road. “We want every event hosted here to leave delegates inspired — not just productive.”

Designed for the evolving needs of global business travellers, PARKROYAL on Beach Road features a comprehensive portfolio of column-free ballrooms, modular breakout rooms and expansive pre-function spaces, allowing organisers to customise layouts for plenary sessions, concurrent tracks, exhibitions and networking formats. With robust audiovisual infrastructure and high-speed connectivity, the venue supports dynamic, hybrid-ready event delivery with operational reliability.

Beyond the meeting rooms, the hotel offers an integrated “stay–meet–wellness” MICE ecosystem that enhances delegate engagement and simplifies logistics. Spacious guest rooms, a dedicated Wellness Floor and curated dining experiences allow delegates to move seamlessly between business, networking and rejuvenation within a single destination — reducing transit time while elevating overall event experience.

International delegates are also invited to discover Singapore beyond the boardroom. Located at the doorstep of Kampong Gelam, the hotel curates certified heritage tours, local culinary touchpoints and culturally inspired hospitality experiences, offering organisers an opportunity to embed authentic destination storytelling into their programmes.

Sustainability remains a key pillar of the venue’s MICE strategy. Digital event materials, reduced single-use plastics, energy-efficient systems and an integrated venue model support environmentally responsible event planning, aligned with Singapore’s vision for sustainable business tourism.

Minutes from Marina Bay, major convention centres and key transport hubs, PARKROYAL on Beach Road invites international planners to discover a MICE destination where business, culture and hospitality come together.

For more information, visit: www.panpacific.com/beachroad

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PANAMA CITY, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As 2026 begins, the global crypto market enters a new cycle marked by increased volatility and structural liquidity shifts. Against this backdrop, HTX reached a milestone of 58 million registered users by late January, with trading volume hitting a month-on-month growth of 1.57%. With simultaneous progress across the aspects, HTX delivered a January performance report defined by structural optimization and steady expansion.

Global OTC Compliance Breakthrough and Fiat On/Off-Ramps Expansion

In January, HTX achieved a key milestone in global OTC compliance through a partnership with HBGL, a digital asset exchange officially registered with Australia’s AUSTRAC. Under Australia’s stringent AML/CTF framework, HBGL operates as a regulated entity, enabling compliant conversion between USDT/USDC and fiat currencies. This development strengthens HTX’s ability to provide secure and fully regulated on- and off-ramp services in the Australian market.

Beyond Australia, HBGL accelerated the expansion of its global compliance network, launching fiat-to-stablecoin channels across major regions. The 20 newly supported currencies include the USD, EUR, JPY, AED, HKD, and TRY. The broader multi-currency access significantly improves deposit efficiency for global users, while enhancing HTX’s localized service capabilities across both emerging and developed markets. 

Strategic Asset Positioning: Creating Wealth Effects Amid Market Weakness

During the month, 17 new assets were listed across the memecoin, Layer1, and Layer2 sectors. HTX moved early in listing Chinese-themed memecoins, such as the BSC-based assets of “我踏马来了,” “老子,” and “人生K线”. “我踏马来了” hit a record-high increase of 441% following listing, becoming one of January’s most notable gainers. The platform also led the market in listing ZKP and RIVER, the latter of which reached an all-time high price of 88.8 USDT, up 422.4% since its listing.

Futures Business Expands and Smart Trading Infrastructure Upgrades

The futures trading segment extended its growth trajectory in January. The platform now supports over 200 futures trading pairs, with overall futures trading volume increasing 25.6% (a new high) compared to December 2025.

HTX introduced several significant upgrades to the futures suite. The new features include Smart Copy mode for lead traders in futures copy trading, limit orders to close positions, take-profit/stop-loss optimization, one-click reverse orders, and real-time K-line analysis.

Advancing Global Compliance and Maintaining Transparent Security Standards

HTX obtained a No Objection Certificate (NoC) from the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) in Q1 2026. Under this framework, HTX is authorized to legally conduct spot trading, OTC services, wallet services, and futures-related virtual asset business in Pakistan, laying a compliant foundation for long-term operations in South Asia.

Regarding asset security, HTX has published Merkle Tree Proof of Reserves (PoR) for 40 consecutive months. The latest disclosure shows that reserve ratios for major assets remain above 100%, with full coverage across core holdings.

Expanding Brand Presence on the Global Stages

At the 2025 Hong Kong Wealth Management Summit and the 12th “Hong Kong Stock 100” Awards Ceremony, HTX Ventures was named Best Web3 Venture Capital of the Year. HTX DAO served as the title sponsor for a blockchain-focused variety show series in collaboration with Jinse Finance, generating over 1.55 million views across platforms and exploring innovative Web3 content formats.

HTX DAO Ecosystem and Governance Optimization

In January 2026, HTX DAO completed the Q4 2025 HTX token burn, bringing cumulative burns to nearly 10% of total supply and solidifying deflationary expectations and long-term value support. It also released a governance token whitepaper aligned with the MiCA regulation (EU 2023/1114), marking a milestone in its global compliance evolution.

The DAO launched a volunteer recruitment program in early January and deepened community participation through the “People’s Experience Officer” initiative. Additional programs, including educational content series, community incentive campaigns, and the Nova growth plan, further strengthened ecosystem participation and governance vitality.

Steady Progress Toward High-Quality Growth

January 2026 marked a month of structural acceleration for HTX. As the year unfolds, HTX reaffirms its commitment to compliance-first operations, asset safety, and product innovation, continuing to build a more resilient, efficient, and globally integrated digital asset ecosystem.

About HTX

Founded in 2013, HTX (formerly Huobi) has evolved from a virtual asset exchange into a comprehensive ecosystem of blockchain businesses that span digital asset trading, financial derivatives, research, investments, incubation, and other businesses.

As a world-leading gateway to Web3, HTX harbors global capabilities that enable it to provide users with safe and reliable services. Adhering to the growth strategy of “Global Expansion, Thriving Ecosystem, Wealth Effect, Security & Compliance,” HTX is dedicated to providing quality services and values to virtual asset enthusiasts worldwide.

To learn more about HTX, please visit https://www.htx.com/ or HTX Square, and follow HTX on X, Telegram, and Discord. 

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Organized by Global Sources, the Global Sourcing Fair Vietnam returns for its fourth edition on April 22–24, 2026 at the Saigon Exhibition & Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City. It is expected to welcome 12,000+ professional buyers from over 120 countries and feature over 500 verified manufacturers at 700+ booths.

A Strategic Factory-Direct Hub

The show provides a diversified and scalable environment by combining 70% Vietnam-based manufacturers with 30% leading suppliers from mainland China, South Korea, India, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Notably, this year’s edition is set to be more expansive than ever with the inclusion of ASEAN Pavilions from Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia, ensuring a truly comprehensive regional sourcing experience.

Operating on a factory-direct model, the fair enables buyers to engage directly with factory owners and key decision-makers. This setup ensures 100% export-ready products, greater pricing transparency, faster customization, and the flexibility to scale long-term partnerships to meet evolving global retail demands.

The Must-Attend Expo for On-Trend & In-Demand Products

The show showcases an extensive range of high-demand product categories, helping buyers diversify sourcing and catch trends. Attendees can explore 40,000+ on-trend and export ready products across:

• Fashion & Accessories: Fabric & Textile Supplies, Fashion Apparel, Fashion Accessories & Footwear, Activewear, and Bags & Luggage.
• Home & Gifts: Furniture & Home Décor, Household Supplies, Gifts & Stationery, Festival & Occasional Gifts, and Art & Craft Supplies.
• Electronics & Home Appliances: Computers & Laptops Accessories, Mobile Electronics, and Smart Living Electronics.
• NEW – Printing & Packaging: customized, retail-ready packaging concepts to elevate your brand.

Strong Industry Support & Streamlined Sourcing

GSFVN 2026 is reinforced by support from leading international chambers of commerce and business associations in Vietnam, including the Australian Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (AusCham), Spanish Chamber of Commerce (SCCV), Dutch Business Association Vietnam (DBAV), US–Vietnam Business Association (UVBA), Brazil Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BVC) and other prominent industry organizations.

For April sourcing trips, the show’s 1-on-1 Business Matching Program offers a direct solution, enabling pre-scheduled meetings with factory owners to build high-potential partnerships. The event’s strong reputation continues to attract VIP buyers such as MM Mega Market, Coppel, Birgma Asia, VHC Brands, Staple, Yoka Yo, Kohnan Vietnam, El Corte Inglés, Enchanté Accessories, Target, Walmart Sourcing, Sam’s Club, Li & Fung, Adidas, ACFC, Maison Corporation, Kingfisher and more.

Be a part of Global Sourcing Fair Vietnam 2026 – connect with top suppliers, discover thousands of export-ready products, and gain a competitive edge in global sourcing.

For more information, please visit our website or contact us at gsfvietnam@globalsources.com.

With Trips Set To Surpass 225 Million In 2026, Affluent Travellers Are Extending Long Haul Stays And Reshaping Global Travel Demand

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HONG KONG, SINGAPORE and SYDNEY, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — China’s outbound travel market is projected to exceed 225 million trips in 2026, surpassing pre pandemic levels and moving beyond recovery into a structurally different phase of growth.

According to Powering 2026 Affluent China Outbound Travel What Comes Next for Brands, jointly developed by EternityX and MoonFox, more than 90 percent of affluent Chinese consumers are planning overseas travel this year. Between January and August 2025, Mainland Chinese travellers recorded 220 million cross border trips, up 15.4 percent year on year, while outbound air passenger volume rose more than 20 percent. Visa free access now spans 158 countries, accelerating long haul intent and reducing friction.

The data points to a deeper transformation. China’s outbound market is not merely returning. It is upgrading in duration, segmentation, and revenue density.

From Volume Recovery to Value Capture:

Safety and infrastructure are now baseline expectations rather than differentiators. Nearly half of affluent travellers cite safety as a decisive factor in destination choice, while price sensitivity has declined among higher income tiers.

Holiday peaks are expected to intensify in 2026, yet the more significant shift lies in spending structure. High Net Worth Individuals now average more than 16 days on long haul trips, with per capita budgets frequently exceeding RMB 100,000. Mid haul demand is broadening into the high income segment, while short haul continues to anchor overall volume.

The result is a market that rewards value creation over scale.

Three Demand Curves:

China’s outbound market operates across three structurally distinct affluent tiers, each defined by different travel patterns, booking cycles, spending priorities, and media ecosystems. For destinations and global brands, this segmentation determines channel allocation, pricing strategy, and margin resilience.

Media Behaviour Signals Market Maturity:

• Mid income travellers are platform driven. Social media shapes discovery, and OTAs dominate conversion within compressed booking windows.
• High income travellers operate across layered validation systems, combining social inspiration with OTA and brand verification. Planning cycles are longer, particularly for mid haul travel.
• High Net Worth Individuals follow a clear trust hierarchy. Official sources, expert commentary, and curated networks outweigh mass influencers. Direct communication and premium service assurance drive conversion.

China’s outbound traveller no longer moves through a single marketing funnel. It moves through three distinct influence ecosystems.

Charlene Ree, CEO and Founder of EternityX,  “China’s outbound recovery is no longer cyclical. It is structural. When a market surpasses 225 million outbound trips and more than 90 percent of affluent consumers are planning overseas travel, the conversation shifts from volume recovery to value capture.”

Charlene added, “High Net Worth travellers staying beyond 16 days and deploying six figure budgets are not incremental demand. They are reshaping revenue density for destinations and premium brands. This is a capital allocation question. Growth will not come from scaling reach. It will come from precision. Brands that pivot from broad acquisition to segmented, trust led engagement will capture disproportionate share of wallet in the next cycle”. 

Deric Wong, Chief Business Officer of EternityX, said, “The headline number is significant, but the real story is segmentation. China’s outbound market is no longer one growth curve. It is three demand engines. Short haul volume depends on OTA visibility and peer validation. Mid haul growth requires integrated multi-channel reinforcement. Long haul margin expansion demands credibility and premium service design. This is not a media planning adjustment. It is a revenue architecture shift. In 2026, precision beats scale.”

The 2026 Imperative:

Short haul volume remains anchored by digitally fluent mid income travellers. Mid haul expansion is driven by high income households. Long haul profitability is underwritten by High Net Worth Individuals.

China’s outbound market has matured into a tiered revenue ecosystem. The brands that succeed will treat segmentation not as a marketing tactic, but as a strategic growth framework.

Download the full report here.

About EternityX Marketing Technology

EternityX Marketing Technology equips brands and businesses to master the realm of Chinese audiences through the Power of Three – PilotX, NaviX, and MediaX. These cutting-edge, AI–driven solutions provide data–driven insights and precise targeting that help brands connect with profitable audiences in key markets and beyond, powering cross–border marketing campaigns for over 500 brands. By leveraging an AI–driven MarTech platform, omnichannel media reach, and strategic consultancy services, EternityX acts as a bridge between East and West, enabling brands to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital ecosystem.

MUMBAI, India, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), the international arm of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has signed an agreement with Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet) — Malaysia’s national payments network, to enable QR-based merchant payments between India and Malaysia.

The rollout of this initiative will happen in a phase-wise manner. In the first phase, Indian travellers visiting Malaysia will be able to use their UPI apps to make seamless cross border merchant payments at DuitNow QR acceptance touchpoints. DuitNow QR is Malaysia’s national QR standard, operated by PayNet. In the subsequent phase, Malaysians visiting India will be able to scan UPI QR codes to make merchant payments using their DuitNow apps.

With this integration, Indian tourists will gain access to millions of DuitNow QR merchant touchpoints in Malaysia, across restaurants, retail stores, tourist attractions, and other establishments. Similarly, Malaysian visitors to India will benefit from acceptance at millions of UPI QR–enabled merchant locations across the country.

Ritesh Shukla, MD & CEO, NPCI International, said, “Under the guidance of Government of India and Reserve Bank of India, we aim to expand the global footprint of UPI building interoperable, real-time payment ecosystems with leading payment networks worldwide. Our partnership with PayNet marks an important step in enabling seamless QR-based merchant payments between India and Malaysia, offering travellers a familiar, secure, and convenient payment experience. This collaboration reinforces our commitment to simplifying cross-border payments while strengthening digital and economic connectivity between the two countries.”

Praveen Rajan, CEO of PayNet, said, “This agreement reflects how the national payments infrastructure can support everyday cross-border payments at scale. Once enabled, the linkage between Malaysia’s DuitNow QR and India’s UPI will strengthen payment connectivity for travellers, merchants, banks and the wider financial services ecosystem. In the context of Visit Malaysia 2026 and growing two-way travel, this collaboration contributes to broader trade and economic activity between Malaysia and India.”

The collaboration between NPCI International and PayNet Malaysia strengthens cross-border payment connectivity between India and Malaysia by enabling interoperable QR payment infrastructure that supports secure, efficient and seamless merchant payments for travellers in both countries.

For more information, visit https://www.nipl.com/.