HONG KONG, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PhotonPay, a leading global digital financial infrastructure platform, has obtained Money Transmitter License (MTL) from state financial regulatory authority in the United States. Through the successful approval of the state-level payment license, PhotonPay strengthens its localized service capabilities and broadens its operational reach, laying a solid foundation for sustained growth across the Americas and global markets.

In the United States, MTL license is an essential regulatory approval for companies providing funds transfer and related payment services. The licensing process is widely recognized for its complexity and rigor, with regulators conducting comprehensive assessments across company’s risk management, anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing controls, operational resilience, etc. PhotonPay’s successful acquisition of MTL license reflects the maturity and sustainability of its compliance and risk management framework under high regulatory standards.

Prior to securing this state-level license, PhotonPay had already registered with FinCEN as a Money Services Business (MSB). The combination of MSB and MTL license enables PhotonPay to progressively expand its U.S. payment and funds transfer services within a well-defined and compliant regulatory structure, supporting deeper localization and long-term operational scalability in the market.

“The U.S. regulatory landscape is characterized by its sophistication and structural complexity,” said JP, Group Chief Compliance Officer at PhotonPay. “Securing this additional MTL license is more than a milestone; it fortifies our compliance architecture and reflects our unwavering commitment to risk management. We are convinced that synergizing compliance with product innovation is the only way to deliver the secure, seamless financial services our global clients demand.”

As a company dedicated to building global digital financial infrastructure, PhotonPay embeds compliance and risk controls directly into its technology architecture and daily operations. Through continuous enhancements across KYC, KYB, AML, data protection, and transaction monitoring frameworks, the company continues to improve service stability, transparency, and trust for its global client base.

Looking ahead, PhotonPay is steadily advancing its licensing and regulatory engagements across key regions including Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas. By aligning closely with local regulatory frameworks, PhotonPay aims to build a resilient and globally competitive financial infrastructure, empowering businesses worldwide to scale growth with confidence.

About PhotonPay

Founded in 2015, PhotonPay is dedicated to building a digital financial infrastructure that connects the global economy. With compliance as a core pillar of its business, PhotonPay has established local teams in over ten major markets worldwide and has cultivated strategic partnerships with top-tier global financial institutions, including J.P. Morgan. PhotonPay continues to explore the integration of fintech with diverse business scenarios, empowering enterprises to achieve secure, compliant, and long-term growth in the international market.

NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — From changing a flat tire on a rainy roadside, to tightening bolts on workshop machinery, or powering through a challenging DIY project at home, every job demands gears that won’t back down under pressure. VEVOR’s new Impact Socket Master Sets, available in 29-piece and 50-piece configurations, are designed for exactly these moments – perfect for tackling spring home projects, garage upgrades, and vehicle check-ups. Built for both home creators and professionals, these sets give users the confidence to tackle tough jobs with ease and efficiency.

One Set for All: Every Size, Always Ready

The car is already on the jack. One wheel is off. The impact wrench is in hand. Then it happens—the socket almost fits, but not quite. “Close enough” isn’t good enough, and the job grinds to a halt while another toolbox is dragged out or a risky substitute is considered. The same frustration plays out in home improvement projects, where hardware sizes rarely match expectations and one missing socket can turn a quick fix into repeated trips and second guesses.

VEVOR Impact Socket Master Sets are designed to remove that uncertainty from the very beginning. With commonly used SAE and Metric sizes consolidated into a single, well-organized kit, users can move seamlessly from one fastener to the next—without pausing to search, swap, or compromise.

The 3/8″ Drive 50-Piece Set covers SAE sizes from 5/16 to 3/4 inch and Metric sizes from 8 to 22 mm, while the 1/2″ Drive 29-Piece Deep Socket Set spans SAE sizes from 3/8 to 1 inch and Metric sizes from 10 to 24 mm, both configurations with extension bars, a universal joint, adapters, and more. Housed in a reinforced case that keeps every socket visible and secure, each set ensures the right size is always within reach.

Built for Precision and Tough Work

Impact sockets are built to absorb force—and failure isn’t an option. VEVOR Impact Socket Master Sets are engineered to withstand repeated high-torque impact without deforming or losing performance. Forged from durable CR-V alloy steel, each socket is designed to hold up where ordinary tools often fall short.

Precision matters just as much as strength. A 6-point deep socket design grips the flat sides of fasteners, reducing slippage and helping prevent rounded bolt heads when torque is high. A black phosphate finish adds resistance to oil, moisture, and corrosion, keeping the sockets dependable in real-world working conditions.

Finding the right socket quickly can make all the difference—especially under a vehicle at night or in a dim garage. That’s why the Master Sets feature dual size markings, combining laser-etched labels for lasting visibility with roll-stamped markings for quick identification. Users can grab the right socket instantly, reduce mistakes, and stay focused on the task at hand.

The result is simple: controlled power, consistent performance, and tools you can trust job after job.

VEVOR: Empowering Home Creators Everywhere

“At VEVOR, professional tools are more than equipment—they’re a gateway to what’s possible,” said Gavin, Brand Director at VEVOR. “With pro-level performance and exceptional value, we empower home creators and professionals to take on any challenge with confidence. Our mission is simple: turn tough projects into exciting, rewarding experiences, and unlock the full potential of what people can create.”

The new VEVOR Impact Socket Master Sets are now available through VEVOR.com, Amazon, and Temu. Customers can also experience the power of these sets firsthand at VEVOR’s first global flagship store opening in Houston this February.

Explore the full set and see how it can take your projects to the next level!

About VEVOR

VEVOR is a global home improvement brand that empowers home creators, who actively reshape living spaces to express their inner pursuits, finding joy in turning visions into reality with their own hands to upgrade spaces with pro-level gear at fair prices. From backyard makeovers to apartment innovations, VEVOR delivers uncompromised quality through vertical integration — combining precision engineering with the joy of making.

Founded in 2007 as an eBay seller, VEVOR began selling on Amazon in 2013 and launched vevor.com in 2020. The brand unveiled its refreshed identity in 2025. Today, VEVOR operates in over 50 countries, with a network of 200+ global warehouses and a catalog of over 40,000 products spanning tools, outdoor equipment, and home improvement solutions.

The brand’s promise is built on four pillars: professional-grade performance, unexpected value, complete home ecosystem coverage, and uncompromising quality. This commitment is reflected in its 90% customer satisfaction rate, supported by 24/7 assistance and a 30-day hassle-free return policy.

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HONG KONG, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Infinix today officially launched the NOTE Edge, a versatile 3D curved-screen smartphone crafted for users who demand premium aesthetics and comprehensive performance.

Positioned as the latest addition to the Infinix family, the NOTE Edge centers on visible luxury, a slim profile with exceptional battery endurance, and cutting-edge all-around capabilities. It sets new standards for design and user experience in its segment by integrating innovative technologies, including a 6500mAh battery capacity with industry-leading self-repairing battery system and the world’s first MediaTek Dimensity 7100 efficient 5G platform. These advancements are packed into an ultra-slim 7.2mm body, delivering upgrades across appearance, battery life, performance, imaging, and smart features for a truly elevated mid-range experience.

Immersive Audio-Visual Luxury at Your Fingertips

Infinix NOTE Edge features a Pearl Light Ripple Shadow exterior that incorporates cat’s-eye gemstone-like premium textures into its color options, creating tension-filled sophistication and standout tactility. The device offers four high-end colorways: Lunar Titanium, Silk Green, Stellar Blue and Shadow Black, inspired by 2026’s most sought-after fashion trends, delivering understated yet commanding luxury.

The standout Silk Green variant introduces Infinix’s pioneering Polyurethane water-wave brushed texture process, drawing inspiration from silk to create a leather-like surface with silky smoothness. Under sunlight, it shimmers like gentle ripples on a serene lake. The remaining three colors utilize high-strength composite materials infused with cat’s-eye gem effects, producing layered, premium matte finishes that shift elegantly with light and angle.

On the front, the Infinix NOTE Edge features a cinema-grade 1.5K resolution 3D curved display, crafted with advanced self-luminous materials for razor-sharp visuals and excellent low power efficiency. Ergonomically shaped, the gently curved screen sits naturally in the hand, providing a comfortable, fatigue-free grip even during extended use. Surrounding the panel, ultra-narrow symmetrical bezels reach as slim as 1.87mm to minimize visual obstruction for deeper immersion. Peak brightness reaches 4500 nits, ensuring vivid, detailed light and shadow rendering even in bright outdoor or starry-night conditions. Audio is elevated by JBL dual stereo speakers, professionally tuned for powerful bass and clear mids/highs, paired with eye-care features for comfortable extended viewing or gaming. Together, the immersive 3D curved screen and premium JBL sound system transform the NOTE Edge into a personal portable cinema.

For durability that matches its elegance, NOTE Edge’s curved screen is protected by professional-grade Corning® Gorilla® Glass 7i, while the body achieves full IP65 dust and water resistance, and balances aesthetics, comfort, and reliability across every detail.

Next-Gen 5G Performance for Various Scenarios

The Infinix NOTE Edge marks a global first by launching with the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 5G platform, achieving an optimal balance between powerful performance and exceptional power efficiency. This ensures seamless daily operations, immersive multimedia entertainment, and smooth gameplay in mainstream titles. AnTuTu V11 benchmark scores exceed 810,000 points, while support for up to 90fps in popular games like Honor of Kings delivers sustained, lag-free performance for an uninterrupted and fluid user experience.

Connectivity shines through 13 joint 5G optimizations with MediaTek, delivering landmark performance in its class. Real-world tests show up to 30% faster video bandwidth in crowded or obstructed areas (subways, buses, narrow streets, factories), 5% higher call success in transit scenarios, and 33% call success rate improvement in high-interference industrial environments.

Debuting Infinix’s Ultra Powerful Signal (UPS) 3.0 AI Super Signal technology, the device intelligently detects high-bandwidth needs (such as video, gaming, or streaming) and dynamically optimizes low-frequency bands. This refined technical operation supports superior penetration, coverage, and stability in remote mountains, islands, subways, high-speed trains, or underground parking, ensuring reliable 5G HD streaming, online entertainment, and multiplayer gaming anywhere.

Redefining Battery Standards: Ultra-Slim Body, Unmatched Endurance⁵

The NOTE Edge houses Infinix’s largest-ever 6500mAh battery, supporting 26 hours of continuous Google Maps navigation or 22 hours of YouTube playback for true all-day peace of mind.

Thanks to industry-leading battery packaging, this massive capacity fits into a slim 7.2mm-thick, 185g body, offering effortless one-handed grip, easy pocket portability, and minimal added bulk for all-day use.

For lasting durability, the NOTE Edge introduces industry-leading self-repairing battery technology. When fully drained, a low-current repair process activates, using dynamic recrystallization to heal micro-cracks in low-power cycles. This enables over 80% capacity retention after 2,000 full cycles—equivalent to about six years of typical use—maintaining single-charge, all-day performance long-term.

Charging is equally impressive, with the variable 45W system (in Hyper Mode) reaching 50% in 27 minutes from 1% and full charge in 62 minutes, intelligently adapting across scenarios.

Intelligent, Reliable All-Day Experience

Running the all-new XOS 16 based on Android 16, the NOTE Edge integrates Glow Space natural light elements for a lightweight, immersive visual feel with fluid, responsive operation. Up to 8GB of RAM ensures lag-free multitasking, even under heavy loads like office apps and social feeds, fluidity that’s further complemented by Perception Scheduling 3.0 optimization and optional MemFusion RAM extension to 16GB.

A side-mounted Customizable One-Tap Button instantly activates the built-in FOLAX AI assistant, which analyzes screen content for precise, instant solutions—including quick answers to questions, real-time translation, and summaries of long recordings.

Exemplifying Infinix’s commitment to long-term support, the NOTE Edge comes with a promise of three full Android-based XOS upgrades up to XOS 19 along with five years of security patches.

Professional Imaging and AI for Effortless Creation

A customized 50MP ultra-clear main camera with a 1/2-inch large sensor and 0.8μm pixels excels in low light, capturing rich details and natural colors in challenging conditions like neon-accented night scenes, dim interiors, or backlit portraits.

Infinix’s debut Live Photo mode records 3-second dynamic clips with audio, allowing timeline scrubbing for blur-free covers—ideal for high-quality social sharing, including direct GIF or MP4 video generation for Instagram.

To help users take effortless advantage of today’s most advanced technology, Infinix has integrated seamless AI solutions at the system level to simplify creation and interaction. These convenient built-in tools include cloud-powered, one-tap photo editing in the gallery for natural, professional results, plus FOLAX AI for everyday efficiency, and multi-faceted SnapMemo information organization.

Ten-in-One Excellent

Tailored for young urban professionals seeking style and substance, the Infinix NOTE Edge excels across social, travel, entertainment, commuting, and work scenarios. Its Pearl Light Ripple design and 3D curved screen elevate everyday outfits; the slim 6500mAh battery ensures uninterrupted use, the Dimensity 7100 and comprehensive features handle gaming, creation, and multitasking smoothly; while AI tools, high-quality imaging, and extended updates deliver reliable efficiency.

Priced from just $200 (region-dependent), the NOTE Edge blends aesthetic refinement with all-around capability, becoming an indispensable companion for those pursuing both elegance and power at an accessible price.

Disclaimers

[1] This release highlights the Infinix NOTE Edge featuring the 6500mAh battery configuration. Product specifications, battery variants, and availability may vary by market and region.
[2] Performance data based on Infinix lab testing; actual results vary by usage conditions.
[3] Price and availability may vary by region.

About Infinix

Established in 2013, Infinix is an innovation-driven brand dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technology, bold design, and outstanding performance. The brand provides smart, enjoyable mobile experiences that enhance everyday life. Beyond smartphones, Infinix has expanded its portfolio to include TWS earbuds, smartwatches, laptops, tablets, smart TVs, and more—building a comprehensive ecosystem of smart devices. Currently, Infinix products are available in over 70 countries and regions worldwide, including Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia.

For more information, please visit: http://www.infinixmobility.com/ 

Asia’s No.1 Remote Solutions Provider Once Again Recognized for Outstanding Security Excellence

SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — RSUPPORT Co., Ltd., a leading provider of remote solutions, announced today that its Global R&D Center has achieved two internationally recognized information security certifications: ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and ISO/IEC 27017:2015.

The ISO/IEC certifications, jointly established by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), represent the most authoritative global standards for information security management. They are awarded only to organizations that successfully pass rigorous and comprehensive audits.

RSUPPORT’s Global R&D Center successfully renewed its ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification after passing 123 evaluation criteria related to information security management systems. In addition, the Center newly obtained ISO/IEC 27017:2015 certification by meeting 244 assessment criteria specific to cloud security management systems.

With the achievement of these two certifications, the RSUPPORT Global R&D Center has once again demonstrated the robustness and reliability of its security framework across both solution development and cloud-based SaaS delivery. This milestone further validates RSUPPORT’s ability to deliver secure, trustworthy, and enterprise-grade remote solutions to customers worldwide.

Powered by its security-certified Global R&D Center, RSUPPORT provides a comprehensive portfolio of AI-powered and remote-enabled solutions to more than 20,000 enterprises and institutions globally. These include the client-less remote support solution RemoteCall, remote access and control solution RemoteView, remote sales solution RemoteVS, AI-based meeting minutes solution AIrepoto, and web-based video conferencing solution RemoteMeeting, delivered through both on-premise and SaaS deployment models.

RSUPPORT has secured the No.1 market share in Asia’s remote solutions market and the fifth-largest share globally.

“Achieving ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27017 certifications simultaneously is a significant milestone that officially reaffirms the high level of security across all RSUPPORT products and services,” said Hyung-su Seo, CEO of RSUPPORT. He also added, “By meeting the stringent security requirements of enterprises and institutions across diverse industries worldwide, we will continue to strengthen customer trust and accelerate our expansion in global markets.”

[About RSUPPORT Co., Ltd]

Founded in 2001, RSUPPORT Co., Ltd(www.rsupport.com) has been a pioneer and a leader in the global remote solutions industry. RSUPPORT develops and delivers rapid and reliable remote services for consumers, small and medium-sized businesses, and enterprises worldwide. With its advanced remote technologies and accumulated know-how, RSUPPORT provides a comprehensive portfolio of remote solutions, including RemoteCall(www.remotecall.com) for remote troubleshooting and support, RemoteMeeting(www.remotemeeting.com) for video conferencing, RemoteView for remote access and control, RemoteVS(www.remotevs.com) for remote sales, and AIrepoto(www.airepoto.com), an AI-powered solution for meeting transcription and minutes. RSUPPORT serves over 20,000 customers worldwide in various industries, such as PC and mobile device manufacturers, telecommunications companies, and financial companies. As a result, RSUPPORT has firmly established its market position and manages sales partners in many countries worldwide.

HONG KONG, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GS1 Hong Kong (“GS1 HK”) is pleased to share the Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s (“HKMA”) release of the Project Cargo^X Recommendation Report, for which GS1 HK served as a member of the Project Cargo^X Expert Panel. Developed through extensive collaboration among the HKMA, industry leaders, and international experts, the report outlines a strategic roadmap featuring 20 recommendations built on three core pillars—Data, Infrastructure, and Connectivity—to position Hong Kong as a trusted, data-driven global hub for supply chain and trade finance.

GS1 HK strongly endorses the report’s call for the ‘adoption of globally interoperable data and documentary standards‘. Core of trade begins with a product, which then generates logistics and supply chain data. Only by utilizing granular trade data can we build a more transparent and efficient supply chain and provide reliable data for trade finance purposes. The key is that the data complies with international standards and is globally interoperable, forming the cornerstone of seamless cross-border digital trade. GS1, as a globally recognized data standards organization¹, sets a common language for global businesses through standards such as the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN, also known as the barcode) and the Global Location Number (GLN). These standards enable interoperability across diverse systems, facilitating seamless identification, capture, and sharing of supply chain data—from manufacturing and sourcing to retail—which simplifies logistics and enhances traceability.

In addition to providing global standards, GS1 HK has been supporting the Hong Kong industry with EDI-standard based B2B e-commerce platform, ezTRADE, which facilitates paperless trading and the exchange of electronic orders, invoices and shipment notices among trading parties. In fact, as a trade finance data provider, GS1 HK has already been operationalizing ‘the vision’ by connecting ezTRADE Data Management Portal to HKMA’s Commercial Data Interchange (“CDI”), and we have successfully helped SMEs secure credit funding by utilising their transactional data as a reliable alternative data for banks’ credit assessments. We are also pursuing to include GLN as the corporate digital identifier, an alternative data source for supporting banks’ Know-Your-Customer (KYC) processes. This aligns directly with the report’s recommendation to ‘enable access to historical trade transaction data‘ and ‘promote digital identity in trade transactions’.

Furthermore, we support the report’s initiatives to ‘integrate strategic government cargo and trade data sources and infrastructure‘ and ‘strengthen Chinese Mainland connectivity‘. GS1 HK has been facilitating the incorporation of GTINs into the Port Community System (PCS) to enhance accuracy and efficiency in trade declarations and to enable seamless cross‑border data exchange with China’s Single Window system, where GTINs are already required for import declarations.

Ms. Anna Lin, Chief Executive of GS1 Hong Kong, said, “We believe that GS1 HK’s ongoing initiatives and GS1 global standards are foundational to advancing the three pillars of Data, Infrastructure and Connectivity. Moving forward, GS1 HK is committed to supporting the report’s initiatives and exploring ways to broaden CDI-enabled data sets with product and company information, as well as trade insights for banks. We will continue to work closely with the HKMA, government bodies and other stakeholders in the trade ecosystem to realize Hong Kong’s vision of becoming a globally connected trade and supply chain hub.” 

For more information, please visit https://cdi.hkma.gov.hk/wp-content/uploads/Project_CargoX_Recommendation_Report.pdf to learn more about the Project Cargo^x Recommendation Report.

About GS1 Hong Kong

GS1 Hong Kong is the local chapter of GS1®, a global, not-for-profit data standards organization headquartered in Brussels, Belgium and represented in over 120 economies. We help businesses identify, capture, and share trusted data across both physical and digital supply chains. Through global standards like GTIN (barcodes) and standard-based platforms, GS1 Hong Kong empowers companies to improve efficiency and enhance visibility.

In today’s AI-driven economy, data quality is essential. GS1 Hong Kong provides a foundation for data that is accurate, searchable, shareable, and traceable.

GS1 Hong Kong currently supports close to 8,000 corporate members from 20 sectors including retail & consumer goods, food & beverage and food services, healthcare, apparel & footwear, logistics & ICT. By working closely with industry stakeholders and government, we foster a collaborative ecosystem to “Go Digital • Go Green”.

Website: www.gs1hk.org

HONG KONG, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mu Digital, a Web3 platform bringing Asia’s credit markets onchain, announced the launch of its multi-month incentive campaign, “Infinite Ways to Earn”. The campaign offers a range of incentives, including Mu Digital points and rewards provided by integration partners. The event will begin in January 2026 and will run through 1H2026.

The initiative is designed to bootstrap liquidity across Mu Digital’s product suite while introducing more users to real world assets in decentralized finance.

The campaign is supported by a group of integration partners across the Monad ecosystem, including Curve, Accountable, Sharpbyte, Lagoon, Tulipa, Curvance, Neverland and more to come in the future.

“Our Infinite Ways to Earn Campaign aims to bootstrap liquidity into our products while introducing a new DeFi lego into the ecosystem,” said Patrick Hizon, Co-Founder and CEO. “Users can deploy their preferred DeFi composable yield strategies on top of primitives backed by Asia government and corporate credit.”

What Makes Mu Digital Unique?

Mu Digital is exclusively focused on bringing real world assets from Asia’s US$20 trillion credit markets onchain. These markets consistently deliver a large and diverse pool of real world credit assets suitable for onchain structuring and DeFi integration, creating a structurally superior base for sustainable, uncorrelated risk adjusted returns.

Mu Digital’s product suite includes:

• Asia Dollar (AZND): A senior tranche product backed by diversified Asia credit instruments, designed to provide stable exposure to tokenized Asia credit markets.
• muBOND: A junior tranche product designed for users seeking enhanced exposure to tokenized Asia credit pools through structured risk allocation

Mu Digital is a Monad native protocol designed to integrate natively across the Monad DeFi ecosystem, enabling users to swap, leverage, speculate, and compound their yield. Mu Digital aims to build a unified landscape of institutional grade DeFi products powered by real economic activity. The roadmap includes scaling credit origination and expanding DeFi integrations.

Mu Digital was founded by former investment bankers who witnessed firsthand how yield products in Asia were typically reserved for institutions and ultra wealthy investors. The company distinguishes itself through a combination of Wall Street level credit underwriting, onchain settlement, and deep origination capabilities. The goal is to deliver institutional grade DeFi products backed by the highest yield RWA assets available today.

Mu Digital is backed by global investors across crypto and traditional financial institutions: UOB Venture Management, CMS Holdings, Signum Capital, Cointelegraph Accelerator and Echo.

Learn More

Web: https://mudigital.net
X: https://x.com/MuDigitalHQ
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/mu-digital
Discord: https://discord.com/invite/MuDigital