• SpeQtral-RAL Space Quantum Communications Satellite Successfully Launches on SpaceX Transporter-15
• Singapore-UK quantum collaboration begins on-orbit commissioning following successful deployment

SINGAPORE and OXFORDSHIRE, England, Nov. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SpeQtral, Singapore’s leading quantum communications company, in partnership with the UK Science and Technology Facilities Council’s (STFC) RAL Space, announces the successful launch and deployment of the SpeQtre CubeSat aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-15 mission. The spacecraft, containing SpeQtral’s space-qualified entangled photon pair source and detector modules was deployed into sun-synchronous orbit on 28th November, 2025, marking a significant milestone for Singapore-UK space collaboration and quantum communications technology. 

Advanced Quantum Communications Technology

The SpeQtre satellite carries advanced quantum hardware designed by SpeQtral to explore secure space-based quantum communications. It represents a notably difficult technical challenge – demonstrating the exchange of quantum information from a CubeSat roughly the size of a microwave oven. By scaling down this complex technology, the mission aims to reduce costs and improve accessibility for future quantum communication missions. SpeQtre will investigate various aspects of quantum communications from space, starting with fundamental validation of quantum components and progressing toward sophisticated quantum communication protocols.

“This mission represents years of collaborative development between our teams,” said Chune Yang Lum, CEO of SpeQtral. “We’re taking a systematic approach that validates each aspect of the technology step by step, building toward increasingly ambitious quantum communications capabilities.”

The mission builds on SpeQtral’s previous space heritage, including involvement with the successful SpooQy-1 CubeSat mission that demonstrated an entangled photon pair source in space. The company has established strategic partnerships with major industry players including SES, Thales Alenia Space, and Hispasat to advance commercialization of space-based quantum communications.

Experts from RAL Space have developed the instrument that will beam SpeQtre’s quantum signals to Earth, assembled the satellite hardware and ensured its readiness for space using their suite of environmental test facilities.

Commissioning Phase Begins

Following deployment, the satellite platform will undergo commissioning over the coming months, involving activation and testing of all spacecraft subsystems. SpeQtral and RAL Space will then commission their respective quantum payload and optical system, with this phased approach ensuring thorough validation before progressing to quantum experiments and other out of band key delivery mechanisms.

“SpeQtre is the first satellite developed through our agile mission facility, and a credit to the teams who have worked hard to deliver the payload for launch,” said Andy Vick, Disruptive Technology Lead at RAL Space and UK Principal Investigator for SpeQtre. “By approaching this mission with speed and creativity, they have already paved the way for more ambitious missions ahead, including future UK demonstrators. But for now, for SpeQtre, the real fun begins as we look forward to the beginning of our quantum experiments in space.”

Addressing Cybersecurity Challenges

Space-based quantum communications address critical emerging needs as quantum computing advances threaten conventional encryption methods. Unlike terrestrial fibre networks which are distance-limited, satellite-based systems provide quantum-secure communications across vast distances without requiring additional intermediary trusted repeater nodes.

The mission supports broader international efforts to establish quantum-secure communication networks, including the European Space Agency’s INT-UQKD and Q-DESIGN programmes, highlighting global recognition of quantum communications as critical technology for future cybersecurity.

Singapore-UK Partnership

The SpeQtre collaboration stems from a Singapore-UK bilateral initiative designed to strengthen technological cooperation between the two nations. It is part of the Space Technology Development Programme administered by the Office for Space Technology & Industry (OSTIn), Singapore’s national space office, and the National Quantum Technologies Programme administered by UK Research and Innovation. The cooperation leverages Singapore’s quantum expertise at SpeQtral, and UK’s world-class space engineering capabilities at RAL Space.

“The launch of SpeQtre represents a significant milestone in the Singapore-UK collaboration on space technologies, showcasing Singapore’s leadership in space-based quantum communications. Through the Space Technology Development Programme, OSTIn has supported SpeQtral’s developments in quantum key distribution technologies, which is vital to ensure quantum-secure communications in an increasingly interconnected world. This mission reinforces the value of strategic international partnerships in driving innovation and advancing critical technologies.” said Mr. Jonathan Hung, Executive Director of Office for Space Technology & Industry, Singapore (OSTIn).

Operations Timeline and Looking Ahead

Following the commissioning phase, quantum communications experiments are expected to begin in early 2026. The mission will start by conducting experiments with quantum-enabled optical ground stations at the Centre for Quantum Technologies at the National University of Singapore, and at RAL Space’s Chilbolton Observatory in Hampshire, UK. Data from these experiments will allow for demonstrations of secured communications between the two sites and inform development of future commercial quantum communications satellites.

As quantum computing capabilities advance, the need for quantum-secure communications becomes increasingly urgent for governments, financial institutions, and critical infrastructure operators worldwide. Success in this mission will demonstrate the viability of cost-effective, small-satellite approaches to quantum communications, potentially accelerating deployment of commercial quantum communications constellations while establishing important precedents for international cooperation in quantum technologies and space-based security systems.

About SpeQtral

SpeQtral is a pioneer in quantum communications, with a vision to build and deploy global quantum networks. SpeQtral develops quantum-secure products and services designed to protect sovereign and enterprise telecommunication networks against classical, as well as future quantum-based cyber-attacks on cryptography. Combining both terrestrial and space-based solutions, SpeQtral aims to secure the world’s networks against the threats posed by the imminent quantum revolution and drive innovation in quantum communications that will serve as the building blocks for the future quantum internet.
https://speqtralquantum.com/

About RAL Space

RAL Space is the UK’s national space laboratory, working in partnership with government, industry, and academia to advance our understanding of space and our environment – for the benefit of all. Based at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory and Chilbolton Observatory, our 350+ experts work across the lifecycle of space missions. We contribute to groundbreaking projects across Earth observation, space weather, planetary science, and astronomy, working with UK and international partners including ESA, NASA, and the UK Space Agency. As part of the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) and the wider UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), RAL Space plays a central role in shaping the UK’s space capabilities.

https://www.ralspace.stfc.ac.uk/

BRISBANE, Australia, Nov. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin, a leading global crypto platform built on trust, is thrilled to serve as an official partner and exclusive crypto partner of the 2025 BMW Australian PGA Championship, taking place from November 27 to 30 at the Royal Queensland Golf Club in Brisbane. As one of the Asia-Pacific region’s most historic golf tournaments, the Championship provides a high-impact platform for KuCoin to engage partners, clients, and the broader community while elevating its brand presence alongside Australian golf icon and KuCoin Global Brand Ambassador Adam Scott.

As part of the collaboration, KuCoin hosted an invite-only VIP hospitality experience on November 28 in a private suite overlooking the 17th hole. Designed as a strategic engagement platform rather than a traditional client event, the gathering brought together industry leaders, institutional partners, and regulatory-aligned stakeholders to deepen dialogue on building a trusted and compliant digital asset ecosystem in Australia.

Set against the backdrop of KuCoin’s AUSTRAC registration and ongoing commitment to strengthening local oversight, the experience featured a premium environment with curated food, beverages, and interactive brand showcases that highlighted KuCoin’s security, transparency, and governance frameworks. The event served as an important touchpoint for advancing responsible industry collaboration and reinforcing KuCoin’s long-term commitment to compliant growth and user protection in the Australian market.

Tika LUM, Head of Global Institutional Business Development at KuCoin, delivered opening remarks, covering the strategic upgrade of KuCoin Institutional and showcasing its core competencies anchored in trusted compliance, secure infrastructure, and continuous innovation—all aimed at empowering clients with advanced services, deep market intelligence, and exclusive VIP experiences. The highlight of the afternoon was an exclusive meet-and-greet with Adam Scott, which offered attendees a memorable opportunity to connect with KuCoin Global Brand Ambassador while watching tournament play from the suite’s outdoor balcony. Adam joined a quick Q&A session with Tika, sharing his experiences with professional golf training methods and technical skills, as well as the shared values between himself and KuCoin—values that mirror KuCoin’s commitment to building a secure, resilient, and innovative trading infrastructure.

The activation fostered meaningful interaction with KuCoin leadership and strengthened local relationships, underscoring the company’s focus on trust, innovation, and user empowerment in the crypto industry.

“This partnership with the Australian PGA Championship was a tremendous success, blending the precision and tradition of golf with KuCoin’s forward-thinking approach to cryptocurrency,” said Tika LUM, Head of Global Institutional Business Development at KuCoin. “It was an honor to host our partners and clients in such an iconic setting, and Adam Scott’s involvement truly elevated the experience.”

Building on this momentum, KuCoin continues to deepen its investment in Australia. The company recently secured registration as a Digital Currency Exchange (DCE) provider with AUSTRAC, introducing new compliance requirements and improving fiat access for Australian users. In addition, KuCoin has established a new office in Sydney’s CBD and appointed James Pinch as its Australian Managing Director to lead local operations across compliance, operations, cybersecurity, and product development.

These developments reflect KuCoin’s long-term commitment to building a secure, user-centric digital asset ecosystem in Australia and supporting the country’s evolving Web3 landscape.

About KuCoin

Founded in 2017, KuCoin is a leading global crypto platform built on trust, serving over 40 million users across 200+ countries and regions. Known for its reliability and user-first approach, the platform combines advanced technology, deep liquidity, and strong security safeguards to deliver a seamless trading experience. KuCoin provides access to 1,000+ digital assets through a broad product suite and remains committed to building transparent, compliant, and user-centric digital asset infrastructure for the future of finance.

Learn more: www.kucoin.com

HONG KONG, Nov. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In response to the devastating No. 5 alarm fire at Wang Fuk Court, Tai Po, ANKH Pain Relief Health Group has donated HK$1 million to the Hong Kong Red Cross to support their “Tai Po Fire Emergency Appeal”.

The major blaze at Wang Fuk Court has caused serious casualties and left thousands of residents homeless. The Hong Kong Red Cross has swiftly activated its emergency response mechanism to assist those affected, providing on-site first aid, emergency cash assistance, essential daily supplies, psychological support services, and post-disaster recovery aid. The donation from ANKH Pain Relief Health Group will help fund urgent rescue and ongoing recovery efforts.

ANKH Pain Relief Health Group is a Hong Kong-based health organization specializing in pain solutions services. The company stated that this tragic fire has brought deep pain to Tai Po residents and the wider Hong Kong community. Through this contribution, it hopes to extend practical support to those affected. The Group also expressed its condolences to the victims and their families, and paid tribute to the firefighters, medical professionals, and volunteers working tirelessly on the frontline.

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Azazie, the leading DTC bridal and special occasion brand loved by millions of brides, announces its most anticipated shopping event of the year: the Black Friday–Cyber Monday Sale, running November 28 through December 1 (Friday–Monday). For four exclusive days, brides planning 2025–2026 weddings have a rare opportunity to secure their dream wedding dress, bridesmaid palettes, and full wedding-day looks at the year’s deepest savings using promo code BFAZ25.

Designed for Brides Planning Ahead

With wedding demand continuing to rise in 2025, Azazie’s BFCM event arrives at the perfect moment for brides ready to start planning early. The sale is intentionally crafted to help brides say “yes” to the gown they love—without compromise and without the luxury price tag.

BFCM 2025 Bridal Offers

• 15% Off Bridal, Atelier, Formal, Evening, Suits, Flower Girls, & MOB (use code BFAZ25)
• Up to 90% Off Sitewide

• Includes wedding dresses, reception dresses, bridesmaids, men’s suits, and accessories

• Four days only to secure once-a-year pricing across the entire wedding party

From classic ball gowns and couture-inspired atelier silhouettes to modern minimal dresses and Instagram-loved bridal minis, the sale is designed for every type of bride. Azazie’s made-to-order craftsmanship, extensive size range (0–30), custom color options, and home try-on experience make the process seamless—especially for brides getting ahead of 2025–2026 timelines.

Plan Your Entire Wedding Look in One Moment

Brides can shop their ceremony gown, reception change, rehearsal dinner look, and bridesmaid dresses all at once—plus men’s suiting and accessories for a fully coordinated wedding party. With bestsellers and new-for-2025 styles included in the promotion, this is the ideal window to secure looks before busy wedding-planning season picks up in early spring.

The Best Time of the Year to Buy Your Dress

Azazie’s BFCM sale has become a bridal planning milestone, offering unmatched value at the exact time most brides begin their search. For brides who’ve been saving favorite styles, creating Pinterest boards, or waiting for the right moment—this is it.

About Azazie:

Azazie is the leading DTC e-tailer for bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, special occasion wear, and accessories, offering high-quality gowns at affordable prices. Based in the tech capital of Silicon Valley, Azazie is disrupting the traditional bridal industry while garnering high ratings from customers and review sites alike. With 200+ bridal gowns and 400+ bridal party dresses in over 80 colors, Azazie is committed to body-positive fashion, offering all dresses from size 0-30, cut and sewn to order like expensive bespoke designs.  Visit the website at  www.azazie.com.

Huawei also announces the Huawei Cloud Singapore AI Pioneer Partner Ecosystem Alliance to Drive AI innovation Across Key Industries

SINGAPORE, Nov. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Huawei Cloud & AI Partner Summit Singapore 2025, held under the theme “AI Pioneer In Industries”, concluded successfully on November 27, showcasing the company’s latest advancements in AI-native cloud services. The event underscored Huawei Cloud’s continuous investment in delivering a dynamic cloud experience for Singaporean businesses, where 70% of companies have now actively adopted AI.

“To drive the next wave of Generative AI adoption, success will be defined by real-world business applications. Huawei Cloud accelerates this shift by offering a complete, ecosystem-driven solution. Through its integrated AI-native infrastructure, CloudMatrix, and a rich network of data and applications, Huawei Cloud enables companies to rapidly deploy and scale impactful GenAI use cases,” said Wu Shiwei, Chief Technology Officer of Huawei Cloud APAC.

During his keynote, ‘Accelerate Intelligence with Huawei Cloud,’ Wu outlined Huawei Cloud’s plans to deepen its industry focus and drive innovation in cloud architecture, methodologies, and tools. As a leader in AI compute technologies, Huawei Cloud aims to empower its customers to become pioneers of intelligence in their respective fields and enhance operational efficiencies of diverse industries.

Meanwhile in her keynote ‘Huawei Cloud: The AI Pioneer in Industries’, Gigi Hu, Managing Director of Huawei Cloud Singapore highlighted how Huawei Cloud’s robust portfolio of AI and cloud solutions effectively supports Singapore’s national AI ambitions.

“As we reflect on 2025, Singapore’s digital landscape has undergone a remarkable transformation. At the heart of this evolution are three key drivers: new AI-ready IaaS, new PaaS for agent development, and transformative SaaS powered by AI Agents, all of which empower industries to thrive in the digital age. Huawei Cloud is fully prepared to navigate this transformation alongside the nation and jointly shape an intelligent future for Singapore.”

To support Singapore’s national AI aspirations, Huawei Cloud has launched the Huawei Cloud Singapore AI Pioneer Partner Ecosystem Alliance, a strategic initiative aimed at accelerating AI Innovation across multiple industries in Singapore. In collaboration with leading AI Companies like YITU Technology, Weaver Network International, Sunline Holding, TrustDecision, Udesk, iFLYTEK, Neuxnet, Sefonsoft, and AiMall, the Huawei Cloud Singapore AI Pioneer Partner Ecosystem Alliance is a significant step towards advancing AI innovation “In Singapore, For Singapore“, across key sectors such as public services, retail, education, fintech, transport, and enterprise.

At the summit, Zach Tang, Head of Global Solution Sales at YITU, highlighted in his keynote how the company’s AI 2.0 paradigm is pioneering a new era in video intelligence. As a member of the alliance, YITU brings with it 13 years of computer vision domain leadership and expertise in the Vision-Centric Multimodal Large Model. This technology delivers the high-precision, cost-effective intelligence required to process data from tens of thousands of cameras, connecting the physical and cognitive worlds to advance solutions for public safety, smart city and other sectors and other sectors.

Weaver Network International’s Managing Director Ken Wei in his presentation titled ‘Reimagining Operational Excellence with AI’ highlighted how Weaver’s solution leverages a low-code platform and AI to automate workflows, streamline contract and invoice management, and enhance data analysis. Key capabilities include AI-powered agents, intelligent chatbots, and compliance tools, enabling efficient operations, improved decision-making, and seamless integration across business processes.

As a strategic partner of Huawei in APAC, Sunline is advancing financial modernisation with a unified suite of core banking, digital banking, data intelligence, and financial management solutions. Liang Yansui, Solution VP of Sunline highlighted the company’s AI-powered data platform, DataMind, that helps banks unify and govern data, enhancing the transition towards AI-driven operations.

The alliance also addresses critical needs in financial security, with partners like TrustDecision offering AI-powered risk intelligence. In his session, “Managing Risk with AI Intelligence,” Lee Man Paul, Regional Sales Director at TrustDecision, detailed how their comprehensive AI risk engine, built with cutting-edge Huawei Cloud infrastructure, solves the pain points of legacy fraud detection systems in modern banking to provide protection against fraud and money laundering.

Udesk’s Global Business Director Bruce Ke pointed out that cross-border enterprises currently face three core pain points: language barriers, fragmented channels, and compliance risks. With 11 years of experience in intelligent customer service and massive practical data, Udesk tackles these pain points with AI. Powered by Huawei Cloud’s computing strength, ecosystem resources, and full-language support, including in niche languages like Filipino and Malay, the Udesk AI Agent delivers full-stack intelligent service capabilities. It now supports 120 million users and is trusted by more than 50,000 customers worldwide.

iFLYTEK, a leading AI company with over 8 million developer teams worldwide, provides mature multilingual capabilities across speech recognition, OCR (Optional Character Recognition), TTS (Text-to-speech) and translation, enabling applications such as real-time multilingual subtitles for media. On top of this, iFLYTEK’s digital staff framework allows organisations to build agents that read documents, execute tasks and automate workflows such as tender evaluation. As outlined by Jeffery Wang, Country Manager, Open platform  iFLYTEK Group, such AI capabilities are already deployed in real projects globally and iFLYTEK aims to bring them into practical use cases in Singapore.  

Sean Wei, Sales Director of Neuxnet in his presentation titled “AI Workforce: Vision to Real-World Impact” said that Neuxnet had deep expertise in intelligent automation, procurement workflows, and Oracle ERP integration. These solutions are powered by Huawei Cloud and help businesses optimise processes, enhance customer experience, and drive growth in the digital era.

Sefonsoft’s Overseas Solution Presale Manager Sunny Qin shared that its platform provides intelligent data query, data analytics, and data reporting, alongside tools for assistant card design, smart dispatch, and knowledge Q&A functions. This solution supports clients in grasping development trends and in making rapid decisions.

Last but not least, Dr Chris Yang, Founder and CEO of AiMall in his session ‘Phygital AI: Bridging the Digital-Physical Divide in Retail’, highlighted that AiMall delivers measurable impact where it counts: reducing staff training costs by 70%, cutting shrinkage by over 60%, and recapturing lost sales. He stressed that many retail AI initiatives never progress beyond the pilot stage, impressive in demos but disconnected from real store operations. AiMall addresses this gap with its Phygital AI, powered by the proprietary A3 Agent framework: archive multimodal data from the physical world (video, audio, sensor streams); analyse people, products, and places; and act by triggering real-time digital alerts to frontline staff and automated physical-world responses.

The Huawei Cloud Singapore AI Pioneer Partner Ecosystem Alliance aims to help businesses reduce workloads, improve efficiency, and accelerate digital transformation by combining Huawei Cloud’s cutting-edge infrastructure and the expertise of its partners. This strengthens Singapore’s position at the forefront of global AI adoption, creating a future-ready AI landscape that empowers businesses and customers across every industry in Singapore.

NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today’s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. 

Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on November 28th

• U.S. stocks are little changed Friday morning in a shortened session as traders return from Thanksgiving. The Dow is up about 2% for the week, while the S&P 500 has gained roughly 3%.
• Despite weekly gains, major averages remain on track to finish November lower amid recent volatility in AI-related stocks.
• American Express rings the opening bell ahead of Small Business Saturday, which has generated an estimated $223 billion since 2010.

Opening Bell
American Express (NYSE: AXP) celebrates Small Business Saturday

Closing Bell
The New York Stock Exchange Celebrates Kids Day

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