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LG ELECTRONICS DEBUTS LG THINQ PRO FOR NORTH AMERICAN B2B CUSTOMERS AT KBIS 2026

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From Installation to Maintenance, LG’s New Smart Home Platform Provides Efficient and Intuitive Management for Residential Builders, Installers and Property Managers

News Summary 

  • At KBIS 2026, LG Electronics will introduce LG ThinQ Pro, its new platform for smart home management designed for B2B customers, further strengthening LG’s presence in the North American builder market.
  • LG ThinQ Pro enables centralized management of appliances and residential spaces across diverse housing types, supporting installation, operation, maintenance, safety and energy efficiency management throughout the property lifecycle.
  • Designed for builders, installers and property managers, the platform helps improve operational efficiency, enhance safety and support long-term property value.

SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LG Electronics (LG) will introduce LG ThinQ Pro, a smart home management platform developed for B2B customers, at the 2026 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS). Integrating LG’s premium built-in appliances with advanced smart home management capabilities, the platform represents a new approach to residential property management and is expected to further strengthen LG’s position in the North American builder market.

LG Electronics will introduce LG ThinQ Pro, a smart home management platform designed for B2B customers, at the 2026 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show.
LG Electronics will introduce LG ThinQ Pro, a smart home management platform designed for B2B customers, at the 2026 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show.

LG ThinQ Pro provides a comprehensive solution for builders, installers and property managers, offering a streamlined way to oversee appliances and living spaces. The platform targets the fast-growing multi-family housing sector, including apartment communities and rental properties, by providing a centralized system that covers processes from initial installation through day-to-day operations.

Streamlined Management from Installation to Maintenance

LG ThinQ Pro simplifies key stages of property management. Utilizing the dedicated ThinQ Pro app, installers can register multiple appliances through simple QR code scanning, helping streamline the initial setup process. Builders and property managers are also able to track installation progress in real time through a centralized digital workflow.

After installation, the LG ThinQ Pro dashboard provides a centralized view of appliance status across the property. The platform also supports asset tracking by unit, including model and serial information, and enables real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance alerts, and a structured process for warranty management and service requests, helping maintain stable operation and service continuity.

Intelligent Operation for Cost and Safety Management

By creating a fully integrated ecosystem of connected home appliances and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, LG ThinQ Pro delivers new levels of operational efficiency[1] and safety. The platform can detect potential risks – such as water leaks from washing machines or blocked dryer ducts – and issue alerts to management, helping reduce the likelihood of incidents and supporting safer building operation.

An Elevated Living Experience to Maximize Property Value

LG ThinQ Pro empowers property managers to offer a differentiated, hassle-free living environment through smart routines, including automated modes for when residents are away or returning home. Recognizing that many properties already operate existing management systems, LG designed ThinQ Pro with flexibility in mind, allowing integration of required appliance data without the need for a complete system overhaul.[2]

The platform supports a more comfortable and connected living experience for residents while providing managers with tools to operate properties more efficiently.

“LG ThinQ Pro is a B2B-dedicated smart home platform that integrates our premium built-in appliance packages with differentiated operational solutions to simplify the management of appliances and living spaces in North America’s varied residential environments,” said Steve Baek, president of the LG Home Appliance Solution Company. “We will continue to expand our B2B platform capabilities to support a wider range of residential applications.”

Visitors to KBIS 2026 from February 17-19 can experience LG’s differentiated B2B home management solutions, including LG ThinQ Pro, at the company’s booth (#W2100, Orange County Convention Center).

1. Actual energy savings and performance can vary based on specific property characteristics, occupant usage habits, and climate conditions

2. The method and scope of data integration for the management system will be determined through a separate consultation process.

 

About LG Electronics Home Appliance Solution Company  

The LG Home Appliance Solution Company (HS) is a global leader in home appliances and AI home solutions. By leveraging industry-leading core technologies, the HS Company is committed to enhancing consumers’ quality of life and promoting sustainability. The company develops thoughtfully designed kitchen and living appliance solutions and has recently integrated LG’s Robot Business Division to incorporate advanced robot technologies into its home solutions. Together, these products offer enhanced convenience, exceptional performance, efficient operation and sustainable lifestyle solutions. For more news on LG, visit www.LGnewsroom.com.

LG ThinQ Pro enables installers to set up LG appliances through a streamlined installation process, providing centralized management across connected devices.
LG ThinQ Pro enables installers to set up LG appliances through a streamlined installation process, providing centralized management across connected devices.

LG ThinQ Pro allows builders to review appliance and property status through a centralized dashboard, supporting more efficient residential management.
LG ThinQ Pro allows builders to review appliance and property status through a centralized dashboard, supporting more efficient residential management.

Hyundai E&C Advances Its Role in the U.S. Nuclear Renaissance: Large-Scale Nuclear Technology Seminar Held in Texas Draws Strong Industry Response

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DALLAS, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On February 10 (local time), Hyundai E&C hosted a “Large-Scale Nuclear Technology Seminar” at The Westin Dallas Downtown in Dallas, Texas. The event featured discipline- and field-specific professional sessions on large-scale nuclear power plant construction, aimed at enhancing local understanding of nuclear projects. At the same time, it served as a platform to enhance partnerships with leading local companies in support of the successful execution of the four-unit AP1000 nuclear power plant project planned within Fermi America’s Project Matador— an 11-gigawatt private energy campus outside Amarillo, Texas.

Hyundai E&C Advances Its Role in the U.S. Nuclear Renaissance: Large-Scale Nuclear Technology Seminar Held in Texas Draws Strong Industry Response
Hyundai E&C Advances Its Role in the U.S. Nuclear Renaissance: Large-Scale Nuclear Technology Seminar Held in Texas Draws Strong Industry Response

The seminar focused on the specialized nature of nuclear power plant construction, covering topics such as ▲nuclear construction standards ▲major mechanical installation disciplines ▲modular construction concepts and procedures ▲specialized nuclear construction works ▲heavy lifting ▲nuclear plant buildings ▲and workforce development and training of specialized personnel.

The event drew representatives from approximately 100 companies, including Texas-based construction firms as well as key stakeholders from the U.S. nuclear power and construction industries, resulting in a strong turnout. Attendees included representatives from top-ranked ENR (Engineering News-Record) contractors in the United States, with whom Hyundai E&C has signed a series of partnership agreements over the past year to strengthen local collaboration. Based on the seminar content, participants shared relevant expertise and explored potential opportunities for cooperation.

Mesut Uzman, Fermi America Chief Nuclear Construction Office & CEO of Fermi Nuclear LLC, who attended the event, delivered congratulatory remarks, stating that, “AI-driven load growth is accelerating faster than most people realize. The next decade will be defined by who can build power infrastructure fast enough to support AI and industrial growth. Hyundai E&C brings the industrial scale and execution discipline needed to deliver significant energy projects like Fermi America’s Project Matador. We see this partnership with Hyundai E&C as a critical step toward rebuilding U.S. energy capacity.”

Given that years of suspended nuclear construction have led to a contraction of the domestic nuclear workforce and supply chain in the United States—creating challenges for the execution of large-scale projects—Hyundai E&C plans to use this seminar to enhance industry-wide understanding of nuclear power projects and to secure close cooperative relationships with highly capable companies, thereby strengthening its competitiveness in the local market.

De Beers Group and Assouline Celebrate the Launch of “A Diamond Is Forever: The Making of A Cultural Icon 1926-2026”

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LONDON, UK – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 February 2026 – In the 1930s, De Beers redefined the role of diamonds in society, celebrating them as masterpieces of nature and craftmanship. Before this, diamond jewelry pieces were treasures exchanged discreetly amongst society’s elite, as luxury houses, fearful of diminishing their mystique, fostered only private relationships with their clients. De Beers revealed the wonder of diamonds to a wider audience, shifting the perception of them from luxury item to a gift integral to romantic milestones and aspirational, glamorous lives, as well as a way of marking personal achievement.

De Beers Group And Assouline Celebate The Launch Of “A Diamond Is Forever: The Making Of A Cultural Icon 1926-2026”
De Beers Group And Assouline Celebate The Launch Of “A Diamond Is Forever: The Making Of A Cultural Icon 1926-2026”

When copywriter Frances Gerety captured the diamond’s essence with the phrase “A Diamond Is Forever” in 1947, the declaration enshrined the diamond as a promise of love and endurance, a sentiment resonating far beyond the notion of a simple gift. Gerety’s words, seen on archival advertisements, magazine placements, and celebrity endorsements, reflected the deep cultural connection between diamonds and enduring relationships. Commissioned artwork from artists such as Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, and Raoul Dufy draw a direct line between a diamond’s rarity—each one formed deep within the earth over billions of years—and the creative genius of fine art. By sharing these artistic visions with the world, De Beers revealed the wonder of diamonds—nature’s oldest treasure—to a wider audience, elevating their aura and allure while preserving the sense of rarity and significance that sets them apart.

For a century, the story of diamonds has been one of transformation and continuity. In the 1960s, stars like Elizabeth Taylor and Marilyn Monroe adorned themselves with diamonds, embodying the elegance and glamour associated with the gemstone. The 1990s “Shadows” campaign, with its evocative pairing of diamonds and the neoclassical composition Palladio by Karl Jenkins, captured the essence of the diamond: authentic, unique, and everlasting.

In recent years, the conversation around diamonds has expanded to include provenance, sustainability, and ethical stewardship, affirming the diamond’s place as a symbol not just of love but of responsibility and conscience. Much like walking through a gallery that traces the evolution of artistic expression, A Diamond Is Forever offers a view into how diamonds have come to embody the shifting ideals and aspirations of society itself.

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About De Beers Group

Established in 1888, De Beers Group is the world’s leading diamond company with expertise in the exploration, mining, marketing and retailing of diamonds. Together with its joint venture partners, De Beers Group employs more than 20,000 people across the diamond pipeline and is the world’s largest diamond producer by value, with diamond mining operations in Botswana, Canada, Namibia and South Africa. Innovation sits at the heart of De Beers Group’s strategy as it develops a portfolio of offers that span the diamond value chain, including its jewellery houses, De Beers Jewellers and Forevermark, and other pioneering solutions such as diamond sourcing and traceability initiatives Tracr and GemFair. De Beers Group also provides leading services and technology to the diamond industry in the form of education and laboratory services via De Beers Institute of Diamonds and a wide range of diamond sorting, detection and classification technology systems via De Beers Group Ignite. De Beers Group is committed to ‘,’ a holistic and integrated approach for creating a better future – where safety, human rights and ethical integrity continue to be paramount; where communities thrive and the environment is protected; and where there are equal opportunities for all. De Beers Group is a member of the Anglo American plc group. For further information, visit .

Hong Kong Artists Explored a “Fortune”-Themed Journey Through Guizhou, Praising a Carefully Curated Spring Itinerary

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Invited to mark the arrival of spring, a group of artists traveled through villages and historic sites in southwest China, encountering rituals, landscapes, and everyday traditions along the way.

GUIYANG, China, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As spring arrived in Guizhou in early February, a group of Hong Kong artists found themselves traveling through the province, moving between historic towns, village rituals, and shared meals tied to the rhythms of the season. Their journey, timed to Lichun—the traditional Beginning of Spring—took shape across several days and locations, offering a close look at how local customs, landscapes, and everyday life intersect at the turning of the year. The artists, including Natalis Chan Pak-Cheung, Eddie Cheung Siu-fai, Edwin Siu Ching Nam, Priscilla Wong Tsui-yu, and Jacquelin Ch’ng Se Min, were taking part in a “Fortune”-themed itinerary introduced in Guiyang at the 2026 Spring Tourism Product Promotional Conference, hosted by Guizhou Tourism Industry Development Group.

During the days leading up to the Spring Festival, the artists traveled through Guizhou as blessing rituals and seasonal customs came into focus across the province. Their journey, which ran from February 3 to 6, moved through a series of settings tied to ideas of fortune and renewal, from hands-on craft traditions to shared meals shaped by ritual practice. At Colorful Guizhou City, they moved between expressions of different ethnic cultures, cutting “Fu” characters from paper, learning traditional batik techniques, preparing matcha, and sitting down to a meal inspired by the ceremonial traditions of Nuo opera. Several Guizhou dishes, each associated with good fortune and blessings, stood out as among the most memorable parts of the experience.

At Yunfeng Tunpu, on the outskirts of Anshun, stone-walled lanes and squat watchtowers give the village the feel of a place suspended in time, their origins tracing back to the Ming era. Shaped by more than six centuries of military garrison history and the traditions of Dixi, or ground opera, the setting drew the artists into its rhythms almost immediately. They painted masks, put on traditional costumes, and stepped into Dixi performances themselves, later describing Yunfeng Tunpu as “a living history book” that offers a tactile sense of how China’s traditional culture continues to endure.

By the end of the journey, the theme that framed the itinerary had receded into the background, replaced by moments drawn from daily life—shared meals, local rituals, and time spent moving through landscapes shaped by history. The artists reflected on Guizhou through what they saw and experienced firsthand, from village customs to everyday scenes that rarely make it into travel brochures. Traveling alongside artists from Hong Kong and Macao, the journey opened a window onto the province for audiences beyond the region, carried not by slogans but by stories shaped through direct encounter.

In Biasha, a village often described as “China’s last gunman tribe,” the artists encountered a set of blessing rituals still woven into daily life. Ceremonial gunfire marked prayers for good fortune, village elders led well-wishing rites, and fortune-seeking ceremonies took place beneath ancient trees that anchor the community’s sense of continuity. Through these encounters, the artists came to understand Biasha’s tree culture, shaped by a long-standing relationship between people and the natural world. They planted saplings of their own, and as they pressed soil around the young trees, reflected quietly on ideas of resilience, renewal, and life taking root in a landscape shaped by time.

Food became a steady companion throughout the journey, with meals offering an introduction to Guizhou’s regional cooking traditions. At the Jun Tun and the Miao Long-Table banquets, dishes arrived one after another, each reflecting a different facet of local cuisine. Natalis Chan lingered over a sour soup chicken served at the Jun Tun Banquet, describing it as “refreshingly tangy, flavorful, and wonderfully tender—an unforgettable taste of Guizhou.” Drinks, including locally roasted coffee and tart sea buckthorn juice, rounded out the meals with flavors distinctive to the region. Traveling in small groups and compact vehicles, an approach deliberately adopted by Guizhou Tourism Industry Development Group, the artists moved easily between stops, an unhurried pace that Eddie Cheung later pointed to as one of the journey’s strengths.

Point Hope Releases Research on AI Adoption and the Durability of Incumbent Businesses

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SINGAPORE / KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 February 2026 – Point Hope, a local investment firm, has published a new research note examining the implications of accelerating artificial intelligence (AI) investment, infrastructure constraints, and evolving competitive dynamics within equities markets.

The research addresses two dominant concerns currently shaping investor sentiment. The first is whether AI will disrupt incumbent businesses, particularly in capital-light software sectors. The second relates to whether physical constraints — especially power generation, permitting, and grid capacity — may slow the rollout of AI infrastructure and temper expectations embedded in current market valuations.

According to the firm’s analysis, both concerns warrant careful consideration. Power generation remains capital-intensive and time-consuming, suggesting that AI deployment is likely to progress unevenly rather than in a linear fashion.

At the same time, the scale of capital investment underway is unprecedented. Large technology companies have outlined plans for an estimated US$600–700billion of AI-related capital expenditure in 2026, with a significant portion directed toward data centres, chips, servers, and supporting infrastructure. These commitments reflect their belief that AI will become a core input across the global economy.

The research argues that for equity investors, the more consequential question is not whether AI adoption will continue, but how it will reshape competitive advantage among incumbent businesses.

Recent market volatility has highlighted increasing scepticism toward established software companies, particularly those operating capital-light, subscription-based models. However, Point Hope cautions against assuming widespread displacement. Large software incumbents that possess entrenched enterprise relationships, network effects, and proprietary data, are likely to also have high switching costs for their customers, particularly in regulated or mission-critical environments.

Furthermore, the research notes that technological adoption does not necessarily imply wholesale reinvention. In many cases, AI is expected to reinforce incumbents’ competitive positions rather than undermine them.

This durability-focused perspective underpins Point Hope’s long-term equity investment approach, which emphasises resilience to disruption, cash-flow generation, and the ability to compound value across market cycles.

“We view earnings and cash-flow durability as the ultimate arbiters of value,” says Guan Zhen Tan, Chief Investment Officer of Point Hope. “That perspective encourages patience during periods when market narratives move faster than fundamentals.”

Point Hope’s research concludes that while markets will ultimately resolve these questions through earnings releases in the coming months, periods of heightened narrative-driven volatility may reward patient investors willing to prioritise fundamentals over short-term themes.
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GIGABYTE Collaborates with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ for Resident Evil™ Requiem Bundle

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TAIPEI, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GIGABYTE, the world’s leading computer brand, collaborates with NVIDIA for the Resident Evil™ Requiem game bundle across eligible graphics cards, desktops, and laptops powered by NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 5070 or above GPUs or Laptop GPUs. Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, the GeForce RTX™ 50 Series GPUs bring game-changing capabilities to gamers and creators. Equipped with a massive level of AI horsepower, the RTX™ 50 Series enables new experiences and next-level graphics fidelity. Combined with GIGABYTE’s cutting-edge cooling designs, the bundle aims to unleash smoother gameplay and a more immersive Resident Evil Requiem gaming experience.

GIGABYTE Collaborates with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ for Resident Evil™ Requiem Bundle
GIGABYTE Collaborates with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ for Resident Evil™ Requiem Bundle

The GeForce RTX™ 50 Series GPUs leverage a trio of key technologies to elevate gameplay. Path tracing simulates the physical behavior of light to deliver photorealistic and real-time 3D graphics. Alongside NVIDIA’s suite of neural rendering technologies, DLSS 4 leverages AI technologies to boost FPS, reduce latency, and enhance image quality, while NVIDIA Reflex further reduces system latency for more responsive control.

For eligible graphics cards, GIGABYTE offers multiple thermal solutions tailored for different build styles and performance needs. The WATERFORCE cooling system is available in both all-in-one and water block variants for GeForce RTX™ 5090 and RTX™ 5080 models, delivering exceptional heat dissipation and silent operation during demanding workloads. The WINDFORCE air-cooling system integrates Hawk fan design and server-grade thermal conductive gel to maximize thermal efficiency. At the flagship tier, GIGABYTE introduced the AORUS GeForce RTX™ 5090 INFINITY, combining the Hyperburst cooling system, separated PCB layout, and compact dimension to redefine airflow performance and form factor footprint for elite gaming setups.

The bundle also extends to eligible gaming systems, including AI gaming laptops and gaming desktops. AORUS MASTER 16, GIGABYTE AERO X16, and GAMING A16 PRO AI gaming laptops are powered by GeForce RTX™ 5070 or above Laptop GPUs with the WINDFORCE Infinity cooling system, alongside an exclusive AI agent, GiMATE, for smarter performance and system control. On the desktop side, AORUS PRIME 5 and selected PRIME 3 gaming desktops are equipped with an all-around system cooling solution and comprehensive connectivity for a plug-and-play gaming experience.

Gamers who purchase eligible GIGABYTE graphics cards, AI gaming laptops, or gaming desktops between February 10 and March 16 can obtain a Resident Evil™ Requiem standard edition redeem code for game activation from February 27 to April 16. For more details, eligibility, and participating products, please visit the campaign page.

Global AI Leader Mark Adams to Keynote Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Brisbane

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As AI moves from experimentation to cultural, economic, and organisational force, CIOs are being challenged to understand not just the technology, but its real-world impact on power, creativity, and decision-making. At Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Brisbane, March 17 – 18, 2026, global AI leader and advisor Mark Adams will deliver a keynote designed to help IT leaders cut through hype and translate AI disruption into strategic advantage.

SYDNEY, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries far beyond the technology sector, influencing culture, politics, media, and leadership at unprecedented speed. At Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Brisbane, taking place March 17 – 18, 2026, at W Brisbane, Info-Tech Research Group will welcome global AI leader and advisor Mark Adams as a featured keynote speaker for the event’s second annual APAC edition.

Hollywood’s AI Insider Mark Adams to Keynote Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Brisbane
Hollywood’s AI Insider Mark Adams to Keynote Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Brisbane

Widely known as “Hollywood’s AI Insider,” Adams brings a rare perspective shaped by decades of operating at the intersection of Silicon Valley, global media, and the Fortune 500. He has advised more than 150 global icons and institutions, guiding leaders across entertainment, business, and government to understand and harness AI during moments of high-stakes transformation. Drawing on firsthand experience behind some of the most defining cultural and commercial moments of the modern era, Adams’ keynote will explore how AI is already reshaping power, creativity, and organisational relevance, and what that means for today’s CIOs.

“CIOs today are facing a very different kind of AI-driven disruption, one that now shapes culture, influence, and decision-making,” says George Khreish, Managing Partner at Info-Tech Research Group, APAC. “We’re excited to have Mark Adams at Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Brisbane because he offers a perspective few technology leaders ever get access to. He’s worked in environments where AI decisions already carry real influence, from global brands to cultural institutions, making his insights highly relevant for today’s IT leaders.”

A serial entrepreneur, Adams is a co-founder of VICE, which he helped scale from a counterculture publication into a multi-billion-dollar global media organisation spanning television, film, digital platforms, and creative services. He currently advises and serves on the boards of globally recognised brands, including Gymshark, Headspace, and Ocean Bottle, and continues to work with executive teams on AI-driven transformation through his “Match Point” methodology, a framework that simplifies complexity and accelerates impact.

Now in its second year in the APAC region, Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Brisbane will bring together IT leaders from across Australia, New Zealand, and the broader Asia-Pacific to engage with Info-Tech’s latest research, practical frameworks, and peer insights. Hosted at W Brisbane, the event delivers a hands-on strategy conference that translates theory into execution across AI, leadership, data, and core IT capabilities.

Additional sessions and speaker announcements will be released in the coming weeks. For more information about the event, please visit the Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Brisbane page.

Media Passes for Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Brisbane
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Media professionals can apply for complimentary in-person passes by contacting pr@infotech.com.

About Info-Tech Research Group
Info-Tech Research Group is one of the world’s leading and fastest-growing research and advisory firms, serving over 30,000 IT, HR, and marketing professionals around the globe. As a trusted product and service leader, the company delivers unbiased, highly relevant research and industry-leading advisory support to help leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For nearly 30 years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with teams to provide everything they need, from actionable tools to expert guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organisations.

To learn more about Info-Tech’s HR research and advisory services, visit McLean & Company, and for data-driven software buying insights and vendor evaluations, visit the firm’s SoftwareReviews platform.

Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software, and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact pr@infotech.com.  

For information about Info-Tech Research Group or to access the latest research, visit infotech.com and connect via LinkedIn and X.

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Ascletis Selects Oral Amylin Receptor Peptide Agonist, ASC36, for Clinical Development

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–   Utilizing Ascletis’ Peptide Oral Transport ENhancement Technology (POTENT), ASC36 oral tablets achieved absolute oral bioavailability of 6% to 8% at steady state, in non-human primate (NHP) studies.

–   In NHPs, ASC36 oral tablets reduced mean body weight up to 13.2% from baseline after once–daily dosing for 7 days. ASC36 tablets also reduced food intake significantly.

–   In a head-to-head diet-induced obese (DIO) rat model, ASC36 demonstrated approximately 32% and 91% greater relative body weight reduction compared to eloralintide and petrelintide, respectively.

–   ASC36 oral tablets are expected to utilize a lower dose due to potentially better oral bioavailability and efficacy. This superior weight loss per milligram of ASC36 peptide may also provide scalability advantages in manufacturing.

–   Submission of an Investigational New Drug Application (IND) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for ASC36 oral tablets is expected in the second quarter of 2026.

HONG KONG, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ascletis Pharma Inc. (HKEX: 1672, “Ascletis”) announces that it has selected ASC36 oral tablets, its first oral amylin receptor peptide agonist, for clinical development. Ascletis expects to submit an Investigational New Drug Application (IND) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for ASC36 oral tablets for the treatment of obesity in the second quarter of 2026.

ASC36 oral tablets were developed with Ascletis’ proprietary Peptide Oral Transport ENhancement Technology (POTENT). In non-human primates (NHPs), 10 mg ASC36 oral tablet per animal dosed once daily for 7 days achieved absolute oral bioavailability[1] of 8% and elimination half-life of 116 hours at steady state; 25 mg ASC36 oral tablet per animal dosed once daily for 7 days  achieved absolute oral bioavailability of 6% and elimination half-life of 167 hours at steady state. The long elimination half-life (116 hours to 167 hours) of ASC36 oral tablets supports once-daily and less frequent oral dosing.

ASC36 oral tablets demonstrated significant weight loss in both NHP and diet-induced obese (DIO) rat models. In NHPs, ASC36 oral tablets reduced mean body weight up to 13.2% from baseline after once-daily dosing for 7 days. ASC36 tablets also reduced food intake significantly.

In a head-to-head DIO rat model, after 7 days of treatment, ASC36 demonstrated approximately 32% and 91% greater relative body weight reduction compared to eloralintide and petrelintide, respectively. 

ASC36 oral tablets are expected to utilize a lower dose, relative to a recently FDA approved oral GLP-1R peptide agonist, due to potentially better oral bioavailability and efficacy. This superior weight loss per milligram of ASC36 peptide may also provide scalability advantages in manufacturing.

ASC36, an amylin receptor peptide agonist, was discovered and developed in-house utilizing Ascletis’ Artificial Intelligence-assisted Structure-Based Drug Discovery (AISBDD). ASC36 oral tablet formulation was developed and optimized by Ascletis’ POTENT technology for delivery of oral peptides.

“ASC36 oral tablets is an important amylin agonist among three key amylin drug candidates, i.e. an oral small molecule amylin, an oral peptide amylin and a once-monthly subcutaneous injectable peptide amylin,” said Jinzi Jason Wu, Ph.D., Founder, Chairman and CEO of Ascletis. “Leveraging our three proprietary technology platforms, including AISBDD, Ultra-Long-Acting Platform (ULAP) and POTENT, Ascletis has successfully established a highly competitive, differentiated and diverse pipeline portfolio which can potentially effectively address the various treatment needs of patients with obesity and other metabolic diseases.”

[1] Absolute oral bioavailability: the percentage of an orally administered drug that reaches the systemic circulation (bloodstream), compared to an intravenous (IV) dose of the same drug

About Ascletis Pharma Inc.

Ascletis Pharma Inc. is a fully integrated biotechnology company focused on the development and commercialization of potential best-in-class and first-in-class therapeutics to treat metabolic diseases. Utilizing its proprietary Artificial Intelligence-assisted Structure-Based Drug Discovery (AISBDD) and Ultra-Long-Acting Platform (ULAP) technologies as well as Peptide Oral Transport ENhancement Technology (POTENT), Ascletis has developed multiple drug candidates in-house, including both small molecules and peptides, such as its lead program, ASC30, a small molecule GLP-1R agonist designed to be administered once daily orally and once monthly to once quarterly subcutaneously as a treatment therapy and a maintenance therapy for chronic weight management; ASC36, an amylin receptor peptide agonist, ASC35, a once-monthly subcutaneously administered GLP-1R/GIPR dual peptide agonist and ASC37, a GLP-1R/GIPR/GCGR triple peptide agonist for chronic weight management. Ascletis is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (1672.HK).

For more information, please visit www.ascletis.com.

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