The Fund for Congolese Women named 2025 .ORG of the Year, selected from nearly 3,000 applicants from more than 120 countries

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Public Interest Registry (PIR), the people behind the .ORG domain, announced the winners of the 2025 ORG Impact Awards, an annual celebration recognizing and rewarding outstanding mission-driven individuals and organizations from around the world for their positive contributions to society. The seven winners — selected from nearly 3,000 applicants from more than 120 countries — were announced live at the awards ceremony, which took place on Tuesday in Washington, D.C.

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Common, the first rapper to win a Grammy, Oscar and Emmy award and star of the Apple TV+ show Silo, hosted this year’s event where PIR awarded a total of $180,000 in donations to organizations from the global .ORG Community across seven categories:

• Community Building
• Quality Education for All
• Environmental Stewardship
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Health and Healing
• Hunger and Poverty
• Rising Star (leaders under 30 making a difference in their communities)

In addition to the category winners, PIR named Democratic Republic of Congo-based nonprofit Fonds pour les Femmes Congolaises (The Fund for Congolese Women) the winner of the prestigious .ORG of the Year award, recognizing the organization’s work to empower women within the DRC by advancing initiatives to eliminate gender-based sexual violence, provide empowerment programs for women and girls, educate women about HIV/AIDS and reproductive health, and advocate for environmental justice and equitable access to resources and land.

The .ORG Impact Award judging panelists were inspired by how the organization’s work not only bridges the gap between international donors and local women’s initiatives but also creates the conditions for women to move from victims of violence to survivors, advocates, and leaders within their communities. As the 2025 .ORG of the Year, the Fund for Congolese Women will receive $50,000 in donations from Public Interest Registry.

“The winners of the .ORG Impact Awards are the very best of the .ORG Community and work tirelessly to create positive change every day. Public Interest Registry is thrilled to uplift their efforts and humbled by the work they are doing to build a bright future for us all,” said Jon Nevett, President and CEO of Public Interest Registry. “The work that this year’s .ORG of the Year winner, The Fund for Congolese Women, does to drive change from the ground up and uplift women in their communities deeply inspires me. I’m honored to celebrate them and shine a global spotlight on their extraordinary impact.”

In the seven years since the .ORG Impact Awards first started, Public Interest Registry has cumulatively donated $865,000 to .ORGs across the world. This year is a continuation of PIR’s ongoing commitment to uplift the changemakers making the world a better place.

“It’s an honor to join Public Interest Registry in celebrating this year’s .ORG Impact Award winners. These organizations are proof that passion and purpose can change lives and communities around the world. Their stories remind us that when we care and do for each other the world is naturally better,” said Common.

“Community-building is at the heart of our mission at Fonds pour les Femmes Congolaises. Our organization started when a group of women came together and decided to fight for a better future for women and girls in the Democratic Republic of Congo,” said Gisele Kambesa, Program Assistant & Office Manager at Fonds pour les Femmes Congolaises (The Fund for Congolese Women). “We hope to use the award money to invest in even more women-led organizations who are making a positive impact on their communities. This award is not just for Congolese women, but all women that impact the world.”

2025 .ORG Impact Award Winners

.ORG of the Year – Fonds pour les Femmes Congolaises (The Fund for Congolese Women)

Donation Amount: $50,000 USD

Fonds pour les Femmes Congolaises is a nonprofit based in the Democratic Republic of Congo that funds and strengthens grassroots women’s organizations to advance peace, justice, and gender equality from the ground up. The organization empowers women through initiatives that combat gender-based violence, provide education on HIV/AIDS and reproductive health, and champion environmental justice. By bridging the gap between international donors and local women-led efforts, the Fund ensures resources reach communities that need them most.

Community Building – Fonds pour les Femmes Congolaises (The Fund for Congolese Women)

In addition to being named the .ORG of the Year, Fonds pour les Femmes Congolaises (The Fund for Congolese Women) is also the winner in the Community Building category.

Quality Education for All – IncluEdu

Donation Amount: $10,000 USD

IncluEdu is transforming education across Latin America by harnessing AI to teach sign language and advance deaf inclusion. Their platform equips educators with inclusive tools, provides real-time feedback, and creates accessible learning environments for students. By breaking down communication barriers, IncluEdu is helping build more inclusive schools, workplaces, and communities.

Environmental Stewardship – Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS)

Donation Amount: $10,000 USD

The Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS) is advancing biodiversity and climate resilience across India by restoring mangrove ecosystems. Working hand in hand with local communities, NEWS empowers women climate leaders and promotes sustainable livelihoods that protect natural resources. Its efforts ensure that both people and ecosystems can thrive together.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – Humanos 3D

Donation Amount: $10,000 USD

Humanos 3D harnesses the power of emerging technologies to create personalized assistive devices for people with upper limb disabilities. Through 3D printing and community-driven innovation, the organization promotes inclusion, education, and independence. Their work transforms the lives of disabled individuals while fostering greater awareness and acceptance of disability inclusion.

Health and Healing – Access to Specialist Knowledge

Donation Amount: $10,000 USD

Access to Specialist Knowledge connects healthcare workers in underserved regions with U.S. board-certified specialists who provide pro bono consultations. This exchange of expertise empowers local providers, expands treatment options, and ensures patients in remote or resource-limited areas have access to high-quality care. The initiative is closing the global healthcare equity gap.

Hunger and Poverty – Andando

Donation Amount: $10,000 USD

Andando supports rural communities in Senegal through long-term partnerships that break the cycle of poverty. Their holistic approach strengthens access to clean water, healthcare, education, agroforestry, and microfinance programs. By focusing on the growth of entire villages, Andando creates pathways to financial independence and sustainable development.

Rising Star – Jovia Kisaakye, Ecobed Biotech

Donation Amount: $10,000 USD

Ecobed Biotech, founded and led by youth changemaker Jovia Kisaakye in East Africa, transforms food waste into mosquito-repellent lotion, clean fuel, and organic farm inputs. By addressing waste management, health, and agricultural needs simultaneously, Ecobed is advancing climate resilience, improving livelihoods, and protecting communities from disease. Their innovative approach demonstrates how young leaders are driving solutions with global impact.

About Public Interest Registry
Public Interest Registry (PIR) is a nonprofit that operates the .ORG top-level domain—one of the world’s largest generic top-level domains with more than 11 million domain names registered worldwide. .ORG is open to everyone, providing a global platform for organizations, associations, clubs, businesses and individuals to bring their ideas to life. PIR has been a champion for a free and open Internet for two decades with a clear mission to be an exemplary domain name registry, provide a trusted digital identity and help educate those who dedicate themselves to improving our world. PIR was founded by the Internet Society (internetsociety.org) in 2002 and is based in Reston, Virginia, USA. Visit www.pir.org for more information.

Media contact: pir@berlinrosen.com

〜Driving Technology Transfer and Test Manufacturing Following Regulatory Approval to Launch Company-Led af-001 Trial〜

TOKYO, Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Alpha Fusion Inc. (Alpha Fusion) is proud to announce a joint initiative with the Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital (KCGH) to establish a domestic supply system for investigational drugs utilizing Astatine-211 (At-211). This collaboration significantly advances the foundational work for what is expected to be the world’s first company-sponsored clinical trial using At-211 (as of September 2025).

KCGH has secured usage approval for At-211 from Nuclear Regulation Authority. The hospital is now proceeding with technology transfer and test manufacturing of the investigational drug for Alpha Fusion’s lead pipeline, af-001 (targeting differentiated thyroid cancer), in preparation for clinical trial initiation. This pioneering effort is setting up a system to seamlessly translate At-211 drug discovery into clinical practice.

Pioneering the World’s First Company-Led At-211 Investigational Drug Supply Chain

At-211 is recognized as an exceptionally promising radionuclide for targeted alpha therapy due to its short half-life (approx. 7.2 hours) and simple decay properties. However, a stable supply system for the investigational drug has been a major global hurdle, resulting in all clinical trials to date being academia-led.

In a breakthrough, the partnership with KCGH has established the crucial supply chain necessary to conduct clinical trials in Japan. KCGH operates a radioactive investigational drug GMP manufacturing facility. The hospital’s extensive experience in manufacturing investigational drugs using short-lived radionuclides for PET (Positron Emission Tomography) will be adapted for At-211 formulations. Establishing this supply system represents a landmark achievement for global therapeutic development using At-211.

Alpha Fusion has already formed a network with Japanese academic cyclotron facilities capable of At-211 production. By incorporating the hospital’s GMP manufacturing facility into the system, Alpha Fusion is building the world’s first multi-site supply chain for an At-211 radiopharmaceutical, connecting radionuclide production, drug manufacturing, and clinical trial sites.

af-001: The Lead Pipeline Harnessing At-211’s Unique Properties

Utilizing the collaborative framework with KCGH, Alpha Fusion is preparing to launch its first company-led trial with its lead pipeline, af-001. This program targets differentiated thyroid cancer. It exploits At-211’s unique property—shared with iodine—of being taken up by the Sodium-Iodide Symporter (NIS), allowing the drug to selectively accumulate in cancer cells. This specific approach is only feasible with At-211 among alpha-emitting radionuclides. Furthermore, the low surrounding radiation risk associated with At-211 is expected to allow for outpatient treatment, offering a powerful and highly convenient new therapeutic option for thyroid cancer patients.

This advancement solidifies the company’s leading global position as a “clinical-stage At-211 drug discovery company”.

Comment from Sunao Fujioka, CEO of Alpha Fusion:

“Targeted alpha therapy with At-211 could become a new cornerstone of cancer treatment, yet supply has been the global bottleneck. By partnering with KCGH to launch this investigational drug supply system, we have solved this key challenge ahead of the world, marking a giant leap toward clinical implementation. We are accelerating both our clinical development and supply efforts to deliver this new treatment to patients as quickly as possible.”

Comment from Tomohiko Yamane, Director of Department of Molecular Imaging Research, KCGH:

KCGH has, over the past decade, manufactured in-house investigational PET diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals, supporting numerous clinical trials, including those for Alzheimer’s disease treatments. In recent years, the use of radiopharmaceuticals has expanded from diagnostics to cancer treatment. We regard our participation in Alpha Fusion’s company-led trial as a significant step forward in applying our manufacturing and quality-control expertise in radiopharmaceuticals to therapeutic applications. From Kobe, we are committed to delivering new treatment options to patients in our community and around the world as swift as possible.”

Future Outlook

The valuable expertise gained by Alpha Fusion in technology transfer, investigational drug manufacturing, and logistics for At-211 therapeutics can be applied to future overseas clinical trials and commercial supply chain design. The successful system established in Japan will serve as a model case for replication and expansion in international markets, starting with the U.S. We are already in active discussions with domestic and international partners to manage these future supply chains.

Alpha Fusion plans to launch the clinical development of multiple At-211 pipelines both domestically and internationally, beginning with af-001. With the domestic investigational drug supply system now in place, we will accelerate the international rollout of At-211 drug discovery, aiming to create medicines for patients currently without treatment options.

GridCARE’s AI-enabled grid planning approach accelerates time-to-power in Hillsboro, Oregon

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Portland General Electric (PGE) and GridCARE successfully completed their first joint project to accelerate large load interconnections using flexibility for data centers in Hillsboro, Oregon. This will result in over 80 MW of incremental capacity available for data center load in 2026, part of a total of more than 400 MW that will be energized by 2029. The novel generative AI-forecasting methodology more efficiently uses existing grid infrastructure to meet growing electricity demand in key economic sectors.

Hillsboro is a major data center hub in the U.S., thanks to its access to a diverse energy mix, robust fiber connectivity, and temperate climate. These advantages have attracted a large number of data center projects with billions of dollars to invest. Meeting this demand requires innovative approaches that both accelerate load interconnections and safeguard affordability for all customers.

“Delivering safe, reliable electricity at the lowest possible cost are our core customer commitments,” said Larry Bekkedahl, SVP of Strategy and Advanced Energy Delivery, Portland General Electric. “By working with GridCARE, we’ve successfully implemented an AI-based approach that helps us serve fast-growing data center demand while keeping costs low and maintaining system reliability. This kind of beneficial electrification is a win for our customers, our communities, and Oregon’s economy.”

A Breakthrough Approach

To identify and validate capacity on the existing system, PGE used GridCARE’s patented DeFlex™ methodology, to apply generative AI forecasting, detailed hourly demand modeling, and grid flexibility solutions. By optimizing the use of flexible resources such as batteries and onsite generation, PGE is able to interconnect multiple data center customers years earlier than initially expected.

This breakthrough approach provides multiple benefits:

• Faster interconnection for large loads without waiting for multi-year upgrades,
• More efficient use of existing grid assets, controlling costs for all customers, and
• Increased flexibility that supports both system reliability and energy goals.

“The pace of AI and cloud growth demands new thinking about how we power the digital economy,” said Christian Belady, retired VP of Datacenter Advanced Development at Microsoft. “What PGE and GridCARE have accomplished in Hillsboro is the kind of innovation that not only enables AI and cloud expansion — it unlocks billions in new investment and accelerates returns across the entire North American ecosystem.”

Broader Impact

Nationally, electricity demand from data centers is projected to reach 6.7% to 12% of U.S. consumption by 2028, according to Lawrence Berkeley National Lab¹. Utilities everywhere are grappling with how to deliver new capacity quickly while managing system costs and maintaining fair cost allocation for growth demand across customer classes.

GridCARE’s platform helps utilities validate their planning, model flexibility at scale, and relieve interconnection queues. By doing so, it supports billions in new local and regional economic investment while reinforcing the utility’s core mission of reliable and safe power delivery, while serving energy at the lowest cost possible.

This partnership strengthens Oregon’s role as a national technology hub and also positions Portland General Electric as one of the first utilities to utilize AI for large-scale load forecasting to benefit the grid and customers. 

“Utilities face a once-in-a-generation opportunity to meet exponential load growth,” said Amit Narayan, CEO of GridCARE. “By combining generative AI with grid flexibility, we help utilities like PGE move at the pace the AI economy requires. This project shows what’s possible when utilities and innovators partner closely.”

About GridCARE
GridCARE solves data center developers’ most urgent bottleneck — immediate access to power — through a pioneering physics-based generative AI platform that unlocks gigawatts of near-term capacity from today’s grid. Partnering with utilities, GridCARE applies a proprietary playbook to create additional network capacity on existing transmission infrastructure without costly upgrades or multi-year delays. Founded at Stanford’s Doerr School and backed by leading investors in Energy and AI, GridCARE is working with major technology and data center companies to accelerate interconnection requests for large-load and data center projects.

About Portland General Electric
Portland General Electric (NYSE: POR) is an integrated energy company that generates, transmits and distributes electricity to nearly 950,000 customers serving an area of 1.9 million Oregonians. Since 1889, Portland General Electric (PGE) has been powering social progress, delivering safe, affordable, reliable and increasingly clean electricity while working to transform energy systems to meet evolving customer needs. PGE customers have set the standard for prioritizing clean energy with the No. 1 voluntary renewable energy program in the country. PGE was ranked the No. 1 utility in the 2024 Forrester U.S. Customer Experience Index and is committed to reducing emissions from its retail power supply by 80% by 2030 and 100% by 2040. In 2024, PGE employees, retirees and the PGE Foundation donated $5.5 million and volunteered nearly 23,000 hours to more than 480 nonprofit organizations. For more information visit www.PortlandGeneral.com/news

Powered by the introduction of the new Silicon One P200 chip, Cisco’s groundbreaking 8223 routing systems redefine secure, efficient AI networking – enabling seamless ‘scale-across’ architectures that connect AI clusters across multiple data centers.

News Summary:

• Cisco’s new AI networking systems redefine what’s possible with unprecedented scalability, power efficiency, and programmability built to directly address the critical challenges of connecting multiple data centers to securely run AI workloads.
• The 8223 routing systems deliver industry-leading capacity and efficiency in a single ASIC router, and are now shipping to initial hyperscalers for secure, scalable AI infrastructure.
• Cisco Silicon One is powering the next generation of AI networking with the new P200 chip, delivering deep-buffer routing silicon and enabling interconnect bandwidth scale of over 3 Exabits per second.

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) unveiled the Cisco 8223, the industry’s most optimized routing system for efficiently and securely connecting data centers and powering the next generation of artificial intelligence (AI) workloads. As AI adoption accelerates, data centers face soaring demand, rising power constraints, and evolving security threats. The Cisco 8223 rises to the challenge as the only 51.2 terabits per second (Tbps) Ethernet fixed router built for the intense traffic of AI workloads between data centers.  Cisco today also announced its latest Silicon One innovation – the P200 chip – which sits at the core of the 8223. Together, these innovations empower organizations to shatter bottlenecks and future-proof their infrastructure for the AI era.

Cisco 8223 Routing Systems and the Cisco Silicon One P200

“AI compute is outgrowing the capacity of even the largest data center, driving the need for reliable, secure connection of data centers hundreds of miles apart,” said Martin Lund, EVP, Cisco’s Common Hardware Group. “With the Cisco 8223, powered by the new Cisco Silicon One P200, we’re delivering the massive bandwidth, scale and security needed for distributed data center architectures.”

In many of the world’s data centers, AI workloads are stretching power and space limitations. Hyperscalers can’t scale-up (add more capacity into each individual system) or scale-out (connect multiple systems within a data center) any further. This dynamic puts increasing demand on data center interconnects, as the industry must “scale-across” by distributing AI workloads across multiple data centers. Without addressing the connection points between data centers, organizations could face performance challenges, capacity bottlenecks and suboptimal processing that wastes time, power and money. The Cisco 8223 system gives organizations the flexibility and programmability necessary to build these networks, with deep buffering to provide the cross-site security and reliability necessary for crucial workloads.

Power Efficient. Scalable. Programmable. Secure.
Building a future-ready backbone AI network today is essential – one that can meet the power consumption challenges while remaining scalable, flexible and secure. The Cisco 8223 provides customers the capacity to handle surging workloads, the necessary flexibility with fully programmability, and the power efficiency to directly address power consumption challenges.

The 8223 is uniquely:

• Power Efficient: The 8223 is the most power efficient routing system for scale-across networking. It is a deep-buffer routing solution optimized for fixed deployments that offers switch-like power efficiency, directly addressing the high energy demands of AI workloads. As a 3RU system, it is the most space efficient system of its kind. As AI clusters continue to ‘scale-across,’ power and space efficiency will only grow in importance.
• Scalable without Compromise: The 8223 offers industry-leading bandwidth and the highest density of any fixed routing system in the industry. The only fixed routing system featuring 64 ports of 800G, the 8223 offers unmatched routing performance capable of processing over 20 billion packets per second and scaling up to 3 Exabits per second. It also features 800G coherent optics support, enabling data center interconnect and metro applications reaching up to 1000km. With the P200’s deep buffering capabilities, the new routing systems can absorb massive traffic surges from AI training, maintaining performance and preventing network slowdowns.
• Intelligent and Adaptable: The 8223 can intelligently adapt to real-time network conditions. With the smart and programmable P200 silicon, it can support new, emerging network protocols and standards without requiring costly hardware upgrades. Networks can remain agile while preventing performance bottlenecks and accelerating the adoption of new features as AI traffic continues to evolve.
• Secure: The 8223 offers protection at all levels – across hardware, software and entire networks. With features like line-rate encryption using post-quantum resilient algorithms, integrated security safeguards and continuous monitoring tools, the 8223 can safeguard against emerging threats. Seamless integration into Cisco’s observability platforms gives customers granular insights into network performance to help identify and resolve issues quickly, ensuring AI data traffic is secure and reliable.

Flexibility – An AI ‘Must Have’
The demands of AI networking aren’t simply growing, but are also constantly changing and evolving. Organizations demand infrastructure that is agile enough to change as business requirements do, and are seeking flexibility in deployment models so they can build networks for their exact needs. The Cisco 8223 will initially be available for open-source SONiC deployments, with IOS XR on the horizon.

In addition to its availability in the fixed 8223 system, the P200 silicon itself will be deployable in modular platforms and disaggregated chassis, offering customers architectural consistency for any size network. The Cisco Nexus portfolio will also support systems running NX-OS based on the P200 in the near future. Cisco is delivering the agility and operational flexibility required for today’s AI infrastructure.

Cisco Silicon One: The Industry’s Most Scalable and Programmable Unified Networking Architecture
Cisco Silicon One is a complete portfolio of networking devices across AI, hyperscaler, data center, enterprise and service provider use cases. Introduced in 2019, Cisco Silicon One is playing critical roles in major networks around the world.

Industry Reaction
“The increasing scale of the cloud and AI requires faster networks with more buffering to absorb bursts.  We’re pleased to see the P200 providing innovation and more options in this space.  Microsoft was an early adopter of Silicon One, and the common ASIC architecture has made it easier for us to expand from our initial use cases to multiple roles in DC, WAN, and AI/ML environments.” – Dave Maltz, Technical Fellow and Corporate Vice President, Azure Networking, Microsoft

“As Alibaba continues to invest in and expand the cloud infrastructure, DCI is a critical pillar of our strategy. We are pleased to see the launch of Cisco Silicon One P200, the industry’s first 51.2T routing ASIC that delivers high bandwidth, lower power consumption, and full P4 programmability. This breakthrough chip aligns perfectly with the evolution of Alibaba’s eCore architecture. We plan to leverage the P200 to build a single chip platform, serving as a foundational building block for expanding our eCore deployment. Beyond supporting our Cisco Silicon One Q200 deployment scenarios, this new routing chip will enable us to extend into the Core network, replacing traditional chassis-based routers with a cluster of P200-powered devices. This transition will significantly enhance the stability, reliability, and scalability of our DCI network while keeping the simplicity. In addition, we are developing and exploring innovative disaggregated architectures using Cisco G200 for our high-performance datacenter network. The introduction of this advanced routing chip marks a pivotal step forward, empowering Alibaba to accelerate innovation and drive infrastructure expansion in the AI era.” – Dennis Cai, Vice President, Head of Network Infrastructure, Alibaba Cloud

“As a long-standing Cisco customer, Lumen is actively advancing our network infrastructure to support the AI-driven economy. Cisco’s 8000 Series, Cisco Silicon One and Cisco’s pluggable optic technology represent key innovations that align with our goals for scalable, efficient multi-cloud connectivity. As we look to the future, we are exploring how the new Cisco 8223 technology may fit into our plans to enhance network performance and roll out superior services to our customers.” – Dave Ward, Chief Technology Officer and Product Officer, Lumen

“As AI workloads rapidly outpace the capabilities of traditional data centers, the industry faces new challenges in bandwidth, reliability, and scale. The migration of data centers to remote locations for power access makes ultra-reliable, high-bandwidth interconnects essential. Cisco’s 8223, powered by Silicon One P200, marks a significant step forward, delivering the industry’s first 51.2-terabit fixed Ethernet router purpose-built for secure, power efficient scale-across networking.” – Patrick Moorhead, CEO and Chief Analyst for Moor Insights & Strategy

Additional Resources:

• For more information on the Cisco 8000 series, click here.
• Executive Blog Post: The Third Dimension of AI Networking Has Arrived by Martin Lund
• Executive Blog Post: The New Benchmark for Distributed AI Networking by Guru Shenoy
• Executive Blog Post: Cisco Silicon One P200 Powers the First 51.2 T Scale-Across Routing Systems by Rakesh Chopra
• Watch the Cisco Silicon One Video

About Cisco
Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide technology leader that is revolutionizing the way organizations connect and protect in the AI era. For more than 40 years, Cisco has securely connected the world. With its industry leading AI-powered solutions and services, Cisco enables its customers, partners and communities to unlock innovation, enhance productivity and strengthen digital resilience. With purpose at its core, Cisco remains committed to creating a more connected and inclusive future for all. Discover more on The Newsroom and follow us on X at @Cisco.

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Disclaimer: Many of the products and features mentioned are still in development and will be made available as they are finalized, subject to ongoing evolution in development and innovation. The timeline for their release is subject to change.

ONTARIO, Calif., Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Viribus has unveiled its newest line of folding electric tricycles for adults: the FC1 Folding Electric Tricycle and the FC2 Folding Electric Tricycle. 

Representing a fresh look and feel for folding adult tricycles, these high-performing tricycles bring new and interesting features and updates that redefine the limits of what a folding three-wheeled electric tricycle can deliver to everyday riders and enthusiasts.

With the release of the FC1 and FC2, Viribus continues to meet the precise needs of both performance-oriented riders seeking thrill and adventure, and city-based utility-oriented commuters seeking the perfect vehicle for everyday life mobility needs.

The Viribus FC1 Folding Electric Tricycle: Built for Power and Stability

The Viribus FC1 is designed for riders who want the stability and safety of a three-wheel bike, but also the power and muscle of a serious vehicle.  It is equipped with a 750-watt motor capable of surging to 1,200 watts at peak performance, delivering 80 N•m of torque for steep climbs (up to 15 degrees) and heavy loads.

The 48V 15Ah Samsung battery is UL-2271 certified and capable of covering up to 62 miles on pedal assist or 36 miles on throttle alone, all at a quick charging speed of just five hours.

Its fat 20″ × 2.6″ Kenda tires are puncture-resistant, designed for traction on both pavement and off-road terrain.

Standout Features

The FC1 presents to triker three new, unique features specific to this model:

• A triple hydraulic disc braking system, with one disc on the front and one on each rear wheel, for more precise braking and tighter control on challenging terrain.
• A rear differential lock to balance torque between both rear wheels, and guarantee a seamless riding experience.
• Seatpost suspension: In addition to the traditional front and rear suspension systems, the FC1 has a seatpost suspension for better shock absorption and more comfortable riding on rough terrain and/or over longer distances.

With a 7-speed gear system, a 3.5″ color display with USB charging, and NFC keyless access with four included cards, the FC1 delivers the perfect balance of performance, safety, and accessibility features for daring trikers who demand more from their tricycles.

Early User Experience

The opinions of early users have centered around the higher performance and speed of the FC1 as well as its better gearing and stability over challenging terrain.

“I was honestly blown away by how sturdy and responsive it felt,” says Alex, a long-time customer who participated in a product testing event. ” It handled the hills without breaking a sweat, and the ride was so smooth…I mainly see myself using it for long commutes and for taking on activities  I would not normally think to do with a trike…..  This is a big step up from any trike I’ve ridden before.“

The Viribus FC2 Folding Electric Tricycle: Folding Flexibility for Urban Life

Complementing the FC1, the Viribus FC2 Folding Electric Tricycle offers a balanced blend of performance and practical features to meet the most practical everyday riding needs of trikers. 

With the same 750W motor and 80 N•m torque performance backbone, the FC2 features urban-focused innovations like a 2-step folding system that reduces its size to just 42.3″ × 24.6″ × 30.6″ for easy storage in apartments, offices, or even car trunks. This is the perfect tricycle for riders who relish the daily routine of city life.

What sets the FC2 apart for city use is its thoughtfully engineered flexibility. It is designed to be compact and comes with exclusive features to save riders time, energy, and costs on a daily basis.

The 2-step folding system and compact folded size make it manageable in small apartments, office elevators, shared storage areas, or car trunks. It arrives 95% pre-installed, and assembly typically completes in under 30 minutes.

Special Features

• Hydraulic 180 mm disc brakes ensure dependable stopping power in varied weather conditions.
• A differential mechanism balances power to both rear wheels for smoother turning and greater stability.
• A dual rear suspension system to enhance ride comfort over potholes, curbs, or uneven surfaces.
• NFC keyless access (four cards included) allows secure, quick starts for multiple riders.
• The FC2 is equipped with IPX4 water resistance, a parking brake, and a  USB-C charging port for mobile devices.

With a payload capacity of 400 lb and reinforced baskets (front 11 lb, rear 110 lb), the FC2 is suited for errands, groceries, or personal cargo. Its top speed of 20 mph keeps it within typical urban e-bike regulations. 

Early User Experience

“Just from the design, you can tell it’s a trike designed for busy riders on the go,” says Anne-Lynn, another participant in early testing,  ” and you certainly get that feeling when you hop on. It is really compact, and you can see how the new smart features help handle hassle parking, storing, and maintenance….Perfect for busy riders who need to get stuff done quickly.“

Two Solutions, One Mission

By offering both the FC1 and FC2, Viribus is giving riders a choice between power and stability or flexibility and portability for all riders. Both trikes share the brand’s commitment to safety, convenience, and modern mobility with hydraulic braking systems, certified batteries, and thoughtful designs tailored to real-world use.

By releasing both the FC1 and FC2 together, Viribus underscores its vision of making electric tricycles practical for all riders, whether you’re looking for power and performance or safety and everyday usability.

• FC1 = Performance + Adventure (younger, active adults)
• FC2 = Stability + Convenience (older adults seeking everyday practicality)

A Word From Viribus

“The FC1 and FC2 reflect two sides of the same goal: to make e-mobility more accessible, practical, and enjoyable. Whether you need raw power and carrying strength, or a folding solution for tight urban spaces, Viribus has built a trike that fits.”

Viribus FC1 and FC2: Both Available Now!

The Viribus FC1 and Viribus FC2 Folding Electric Tricycle are both available now at viribusbikes.com, starting at US $1,999. 

Each model comes with free shipping, a 30-day return policy, and a one-year warranty, along with optional professional assembly through Viribus’ Vi-Build service.

Bringing Nobu’s Signature Lifestyle and World-Renowned Cuisine to the Music City

NEW YORK, Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Nobu Hospitality, the celebrated luxury lifestyle brand, is excited to announce the upcoming Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Nashville, situated along the scenic Cumberland River in the city’s East Bank district. This hotel will be a part of the broader Oracle campus development, further solidifying its presence within one of Nashville’s most dynamic and evolving neighborhoods.

Nobu Hotel Nashville guest room

Designed in collaboration with the esteemed architectural firm Foster + Partners, the new hotel will feature 120 thoughtfully designed rooms and suites that seamlessly blend modern sophistication with Nobu’s signature Japanese-inspired aesthetic. Guests will enjoy a Nobu restaurant on the lobby level, showcasing Chef Nobu’s iconic dishes, alongside versatile meeting and event spaces suitable for both intimate gatherings and larger occasions. A stylish lobby café will offer a welcoming spot for casual meetings or light fare, while a state-of-the art fitness center and spa will provide a comprehensive wellness and relaxation experience. At the top of the hotel, a stunning infinity-edged rooftop pool will offer panoramic views of the Nashville skyline and surrounding countryside, serving as a social hub, complemented by curated food and beverage service for the ultimate rooftop retreat.

“We’re excited to bring the Nobu lifestyle to Nashville’s East Bank, a vibrant district ready for growth,” said Trevor Horwell, CEO of Nobu Hospitality. “After much anticipation and requests from our loyal Nobu customers, partnering with Oracle is a perfect match. Nashville’s rich culture and culinary scene make it an ideal home for Nobu, and we can’t wait to create a destination that embodies the city’s spirit and our unique experience.”

The Nobu Hotel Nashville will become a landmark addition to East Bank’s waterfront area, seamlessly connected to the heart of the city. Located just minutes from downtown, the hotel’s location offers easy access to the city’s iconic sites such as Broadway’s vibrant nightlife, the Country Music Hall of Fame, Ryman Auditorium, Nissan Stadium – home of the Tennessee Titans – and the city’s acclaimed dining scene.

About Nobu Hospitality
Named one of luxury’s 25 Most Innovative Brands by Robb Report, Nobu Hospitality is a global luxury lifestyle brand founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro, and Meir Teper. With a foundation built on service, image, and reputation, the brand offers a full spectrum of hotel, restaurant, and residence management for exceptional projects across five continents.

To receive more information and exclusive updates on Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Nashville, visit www.nobuhotels.com/nashville.

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