SINGAPORE, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In honor of World Rivers Day on September 25, digital travel platform Agoda unveils a curated list of must-visit river destinations across Asia. These unique waterways offer travelers unforgettable backdrops that transform with the seasons, offering ever-changing vistas and a multitude of Instagrammable photo opportunities.

More than just scenic landscapes, rivers serve as unique gateways to local life and nature. They typically host unique attractions such as night markets, festivals, and riverside cafés, offering an authentic taste of the regional culture and traditions. 

Agoda has curated a guide to breathtaking yet lesser-known river destinations sure to sail onto every traveler’s bucket list:

1. Perfume River, Hue (Vietnam)
   The Perfume River streams past Hue’s historic monuments and lush green landscapes. Its name comes from the fragrant flowers that drift into its waters, contributing to a peaceful and romantic mood. Visitors can explore the ancient citadel, royal tombs, and pagodas that line the riverbanks, experiencing the rich history and culture of Vietnam.
2. Pamba River, Alleppey (India): 
   Dubbed the “Venice of the East,” Alleppey is famed for its intricate network of backwaters and houseboat cruises. The landscape is adorned with coconut groves and paddy fields, offering a peaceful escape into nature. Nearby, the town of Kumarakom is home to Vembanad Lake, where travelers can observe diverse birdlife, including many migratory species, making it a haven for bird watchers.
3. Kali Biru, Raja Ampat (Indonesia)
   In the heart of Raja Ampat, Kali Biru, meaning “Blue River,” flows through dense rainforests and is distinguished by its remarkably clear, blue waters. The surrounding region is celebrated for its rich marine biodiversity, making it a paradise for nature lovers who can enjoy breathtaking views and unique wildlife encounters.
4. Kiso River, Gifu (Japan)
   Gliding through the scenic landscapes of Gifu, the Kiso River is renowned for its traditional cormorant fishing and picturesque boat rides. The river is bordered by forests and historic towns, including the charming former post town of Magome, part of the Nakasendo Trail. The region offers fascinating cultural immersion and resplendent seasonal displays of cherry blossoms and autumn leaves.
5. Malacca River (Malaysia)
   The Malacca River curves through the historic city of Melaka, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The river is lined with colorful buildings and lively street art, offering a glimpse into the city’s colonial past. Travelers can enjoy a leisurely river cruise, exploring the blend of Portuguese, Dutch, and British influences that define this cultural melting pot.
6. Nan River, Phitsanulok (Thailand)
   The Nan River passes through the heart of Phitsanulok, a city known for its historical and cultural significance. The riverbanks are home to bustling night markets and traditional Thai temples, including the renowned Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, home to the revered golden Phra Buddha Chinnarat—one of Thailand’s most exquisite Buddha images.

Krishna Rathi, Associate Vice President of Supply at Agoda, said, “Rivers have a way of connecting us to the heart of a destination. From Vietnam’s fragrant and romantic Perfume River to Indonesia’s brilliantly blue Kali Biru, each river tells its own story of culture, history, and natural beauty. Whether you’re seeking adventure or tranquility, Agoda makes it easy to explore Asia’s most wonderful river destinations with unbeatable offers.”

Agoda offers over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, all of which can be combined in the same booking. Discover the best deals on Agoda’s mobile app to start planning an unforgettable river escape. Visit Agoda.com for more information.

Taboola Bolsters Realize with New Generative AI Technology to Turn Static Images into Motion Ads, Driving 20% Increase in Conversion Rates for Select Advertisers

HONG KONG, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Taboola , a global leader in delivering performance at scale for advertisers, today announced continued adoption for Realize, its industry-first platform that specializes only in performance outcomes at scale beyond search and social. Taboola continues to bolster Realize with new Generative AI features that are driving clear results for advertisers as well.

Realize is a technology platform that delivers outcomes at scale for advertisers, leveraging Taboola’s unique supply, first party data and AI technology. It delivers simplicity and efficiency for advertisers to run performance-based campaigns on many of the world’s largest and most trusted publishers across all ad inventory, OEMs and apps.

Advertisers across verticals including Homes.com, Tripadvisor, Philips Home Appliances, NerdWallet and Motley Fool continue to turn to Realize to achieve their performance goals. In addition, since launch, more than 650 advertisers have tested display and social features in Realize and advertisers are seeing positive results. An aviation brand was able to beat their performance goal by 34% and maximize travel bookings on their platform, leading to increased spend with Realize, for example.

Client and Partner Feedback

“Taboola’s performance advertising platform, Realize, has become an essential part of our media mix. Its extensive reach and ability to leverage unique audience signals allow us to effectively target high-intent users on the open web, making it a competitive choice for marketers. Realize is an effective tool for increasing visibility and driving traffic to specific landing pages, which for our clients, translates directly into measurable outcomes that enhance campaign goals and help us scale beyond the confines of traditional search and social platforms,” said Tammii Pang, Managing Director, Publicis APX.

“Working with Realize has been a game-changer for our performance marketing efforts. Their platform and strategic insights have directly translated into a significant increase in our new user activity and allowing us to scale our campaigns effectively. We’re meeting and exceeding our advertising objectives, thanks to their dedicated support and innovative technology,” said Brian Comeau, Homes.com.

“Realize has been an essential part of new customer prospecting and consideration marketing. The on-site engagement objective is a real game-changer in terms of bringing in new and qualified users to engage with our site and drive them down the funnel,” said Morley Quatroche, Sr. Marketing Manager, Performance & Acquisition, Cruise Critic, a Tripadvisor company.

“Leveraging Realize’s high-intent user targeting, we achieved optimal engagement and conversion rates, making Realize an indispensable part of our media mix,” said marketing team representatives from Philips Home Appliances.

“Realize is proving to be a great addition to our marketing mix. The technology is helping us drive strong efficiency and post-click engagement, through tapping into a large audience that lives across brand-safe inventory,” said Stephanie Lindstrom, Director, Revenue Marketing & Operations, McClatchy.

“Realize continues to help businesses of all sizes get leads and grow sales,” said Adam Singolda, CEO and Founder, Taboola. “We’re helping advertisers reach and engage with 600 million people every day across the open web, on trusted publisher sites, driving those people to action. Advertisers continue to trust Realize because it is built to deliver incremental growth beyond search and social. With predictive AI trained on a decade of user behavior and data from thousands of direct publisher integrations, Realize is delivering measurable performance at scale that matters.”

Taboola continues to bolster Realize with new Generative AI features as well. Most recently, it added the ability for advertisers to launch highly effective campaigns, using Generative AI to transform static images into motion ads. In testing, select advertisers have seen a 20% increase in conversion rates when using AI-generated Motion Ads versus static images. This adds to Taboola’s Generative AI suite for advertisers which also includes Abby.

About Taboola 

Taboola empowers businesses to grow through performance advertising technology that goes beyond search and social and delivers measurable outcomes at scale. Taboola works with thousands of businesses who advertise directly on Realize, Taboola’s powerful ad platform, reaching approximately 600M daily active users across some of the best publishers in the world. Publishers like NBC News, Yahoo, and OEMs such as Samsung, Xiaomi and others use Taboola’s technology to grow audience and revenue, enabling Realize to offer unique data, specialized algorithms, and unmatched scale.

SINGAPORE, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MetaComp Pte Ltd (MetaComp), a leading licensed cross-border FX and digital assets infrastructure provider headquartered in Singapore and regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), today released its latest whitepaper, Cross-Border Payments for SMEs: Voices in ASEAN and the Rise of Stablecoins. The paper reveals systemic inefficiencies preventing small and medium enterprises (SMEs) from accessing efficient cross-border payment solutions.

Commissioned as part of MetaComp’s mission to simplify and streamline global fund flows, the research underscores how misaligned payment infrastructure disadvantages SMEs despite their central role in regional trade. The study also points to the growing role of stablecoins in global markets, noting that their flows already carry systemic financial implications and could be harnessed as practical settlement infrastructure for SMEs.

The report identifies five structural and systemic inefficiencies that are costing SMEs and reshaping global markets:

• A US$6.2 trillion opportunity gap: The study identifies a disconnect between daily global FX trading volumes of more than US$7.5 trillion and blockchain-based cross-border payments and settlements that accounts for less than 5% annually. This imbalance represents a US$6.2 trillion opportunity gap, underscoring how far SMEs remain excluded from faster and more efficient settlement infrastructure.
• Delays that erase value: Each day of settlement delay costs SMEs 0.6% to 2.1% of transaction value. SMEs profiled in the study reported lost contracts and revenue drops of up to 50% when funds failed to arrive on time.
• SMEs pay up to 30 per cent more: Smaller firms routinely pay 15 to 30 per cent in fees on cross-border transactions, while large corporates negotiate preferential pricing. These disproportionate costs cut directly into SME margins and limit their ability to expand into new markets.
• Stablecoins now move bond markets: Stablecoin flows are no longer marginal. They are already influencing US Treasury yields by 2 to 8 basis points, underscoring that new payment rails carry systemic implications for financial markets worldwide.

The study finds that timing costs often outweigh fees, with delayed settlements compounding into lost opportunities, performance degradation, and working capital stress. Scale barriers and fragmented Travel Rule regulations, from €0 in the EU to SGD 1,500 in Singapore and USD 3,000 in the US, further exclude SMEs from efficient participation.

Beyond these inefficiencies, the whitepaper frames the evolution of cross-border payments in three distinct stages:

1. Stage One – Traditional (SWIFT): A USD-centric model with settlement delays of 2–7 days.
2. Stage Two – Web 2.5 (Today): The transition phase that begins with the emergence of stablecoins. This is where MetaComp operates today — building hybrid infrastructure that blends regulatory compliance with blockchain-enabled programmability to deliver faster, fairer settlement.
3. Stage Three – Sovereign Stablecoins (Future): A future ecosystem of national stablecoins exchanging directly powered by blockchain, which allows point-to-point direct exchange in a multi-polar world while maintaining regulatory oversight.

StableX is MetaComp’s flagship platform for Stage Two, enabling Web 2.5 settlement now while laying the foundation for Stage Three.

Author Perspectives

Dr. Bo Bai, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of Alpha Ladder Group and Chairman of MetaComp shared, “The journey of cross-border payments is evolving in phases. Stage one was SWIFT era; stage two is today’s Web 2.5, where compliance meets programmability; and stage three will be sovereign stablecoins exchanging value directly. At MetaComp, we are already building toward this vision, with StableX as a critical step on that journey.”

Dr. Ben Charoenwong, Associate Professor of Finance, INSEAD said, “SMEs face challenges that go beyond transaction fees. Settlement delays erode working capital, regulatory fragmentation creates uncertainty, and volume-based barriers exclude growing businesses from efficient infrastructure. These structural issues must be addressed if SMEs are to participate fully in global trade.”

Tin Pei Ling, Co-President of MetaComp, said, “SMEs remain at the heart of ASEAN’s economies, yet too often they face barriers that slow growth and limit opportunity. What they need is confidence that payments will be fast, compliant, and reliable across borders. At MetaComp, our focus is on closing this gap with solutions such as StableX that combine innovation and regulation to deliver faster, fairer settlement.”

Eddie Hui, Co-President and COO of MetaComp, added, “Every day of delay erodes SME value. This is not about marginal cost savings, it is about survival and growth. Our study shows that adoption depends on business model realities, which is why the next generation of infrastructure must deliver instant settlement that SMEs can actually use in practice.”

StableX, developed and operated by MetaComp, bridges the gap between digital and traditional finance. Designed as an institutional-grade cross-border FX and liquidity routing platform, StableX delivers same-day (T+0) settlement across 30 currencies and six major stablecoins. By combining blockchain speed with a strong focus on compliance, it provides SMEs with faster, more reliable, and more transparent cross-border settlement.

The full study Cross-Border Payments for SMEs: Voices in ASEAN can be downloaded here: https://www.mce.sg/metacomp-whitepaper-cross-border-payments-for-smes-voices-in-asean-and-the-rise-of-stablecoins/

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About MetaComp

MetaComp is a leading licensed cross-border FX and digital assets infrastructure provider headquartered in Singapore and licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) under the Payment Services Act 2019. Operating on a P2B2C (platform-to-business/partners-to-clients) model, MetaComp empowers institutions, payment service providers, fintechs, and global enterprises to navigate the evolving cross-border payments and the digital asset economy with confidence.

With a strong emphasis on compliance, security, and institutional-grade infrastructure, MetaComp delivers an end-to-end suite of digital finance solutions — including OTC and exchange trading, fiat payment rails, regulated digital asset custody, and prime brokerage services. MetaComp is a subsidiary of Alpha Ladder Finance Pte. Ltd., a MAS-licensed Capital Markets Services (CMS) licensee and Recognised Market Operator (RMO).

Through its proprietary Client Asset Management Platform (CAMP), MetaComp provides a secure, integrated environment that bridges traditional finance with digital assets.

MetaComp’s latest innovation, StableX, is a next-generation cross-border FX and liquidity routing infrastructure designed to simplify and accelerate global fund flows. Powered by stablecoins and USD, StableX intelligently optimises multi-currency conversions and settlements, enabling faster, more cost-effective, and highly competitive cross-border transactions. As the FX layer within CAMP, StableX combines the programmability of digital assets with the reliability of regulated infrastructure, delivering a scalable, compliant and seamless ecosystem for the future of global finance.

To learn more about MetaComp and its regulated infrastructure and solutions, visit www.mce.sg

DUBAI, UAE, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CG Developers, the real estate arm of multinational conglomerate CG Corp Global, announced the launch of the first JW Marriott Residence in Dubai. The milestone event saw the formal signing, the unveiling of JW Marriott Residences at Dubai Islands, Central, and the reveal of CG Developers’ new Global logo.  The Chaudhary family’s roots began in Nepal. Over the decades, they built CG Corp Global into Nepal’s first multi-billion-dollar multinational conglomerate, with a 100-year legacy.

L to R: Erden Kendigelen, Marriott International Regional Vice President, Rahul Chaudhary, MD, CG Corp Global & CGDevelopers Global, Jaidev Menezes, Regional Vice President, Mixed-Use Development (EMEA) Marriott International, Varun Chaudhary, MD, Corp Global, Jismon Thomas, Development Manager & CFO, CG Developers Global

CG Developers Global, established in 1995 with a record of developing over 2 million square feet and sales value exceeding $1 billion, is setting a new benchmark for ultra-luxury living while expanding its global presence.

This luxury residential project in the heart of Dubai Islands combines CG Developers Global’s proven real estate expertise with Marriott International’s renowned service and global presence. Featuring 115 exclusive ocean-view residences, it offers seamless ownership with signature services, premium lifestyle privileges, and refined architectural design.

Rahul Chaudhary, Managing Director, CG Corp Global & CG Developers Global, said “Our upcoming development on the Dubai Islands is a milestone we are truly excited about, as it reflects and aligns with the vision of Dubai. Each step has been about raising standards and pushing boundaries, and this new project is another testament to our commitment.

CG Corp Global’s broader collaboration with Marriott also includes converting the globally renowned Wellness Resort, The Farm at San Benito, into the first Autograph Collection in Philippines. Another landmark agreement between the two companies includes the founding deal for Marriott’s new global collection brand Series by Marriott™, with plans to affiliate Fern Hotels (A Member of CG Hospitality) with the brand.”

Sandeep Walia, Chief Operating Officer – Middle East & Luxury – Europe, Middle East & Africa at Marriott International, said, “Dubai remains one of the most dynamic residential markets globally, and we are proud to expand our relationship with CG Hospitality to bring our first JW Marriott Residences to the city. JW Marriott Residences at Dubai Islands, Central will enhance luxury living in Dubai by offering owners thoughtfully designed living spaces that foster mindfulness and elevate everyday living.”

The event drew corporate leaders, including Stella Li, Executive Vice President of BYD Group, and Omar Al Futtaim, CEO of Al-Futtaim Group, alongside Bollywood stars Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal.

Media contact- pankaj.u@cgcorpglobal.com or media@cg-developers.com

Legal disclaimer: JW Marriott Residences at Dubai Islands, Central is not owned, developed, or sold by Marriott International, Inc. or its affiliates (“Marriott”). Mars Estates Limited, the project company and a subsidiary of CG Gulf Real Estate Development LLC use the JW Marriott trademarks under a license from Marriott, which has not confirmed the accuracy of any of the statements or representations made herein.

BANGKOK, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The C2F, or Second Century Fund, of Chulalongkorn University supports research that addresses social, environmental, economic, and national policy challenges. In 2025, over 1,000 scholarships will be awarded, with nearly 700 million baht allocated to drive academic advancement and move the university to world-class status. 

Research and Innovations Supported by C2F 

Examples of funded projects include:

• Prebiotics that help control blood sugar and lipid levels, offering a potential alternative to drug therapy. 
• Crustacean shell extracts are used to encapsulate astaxanthin, preserving its antioxidant properties for dietary supplements. 
• FAAMAI Digital Arts Hub, adjacent to Chulalongkorn’s Centenary Park, provides facilities for students, researchers, artists, and the public to experiment with digital art and design, promoting cultural and creative economy development. 

These are just a few highlights from the more than 3,000 research projects funded by the C2F initiative. 

“Chulalongkorn aims to foster and expand the community of researchers in society,” the university emphasized. “We focus on supporting research that addresses social, environmental, and economic challenges, as well as key government policies—advancing Chula toward becoming a world-class university while creating sustainable value for the country.” 

For 2025, C2F will allocate over 700 million baht for continued support of top PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and undergraduate and graduate students, amounting to more than 1,000 scholarships. 

The Origin of the C2F Fund 

Prof. Dr. Buncha explained that Chulalongkorn’s primary income is generated from property management, which is reinvested in academic development through initiatives such as C2F. 

“In 2013, when the MBK Shopping Center lease expired and a new agreement was signed, Prof. Emeritus Dr. Khunying Suchada Kiranandana, then Chairperson of Chulalongkorn University Council and former President of Chulalongkorn University, proposed that the revenue be used to strengthen Chulalongkorn University’s academic and research foundation. Initially called the Second Century Fund, the initiative was overseen by the university council, with allocations provided to the university president to manage projects in line with strategic goals. Despite several changes in leadership, the vision has remained consistent: to support academic and research excellence.” 

Types of C2F Scholarships 

Since its launch in 2019, C2F has awarded over 3,300 scholarships, including

• More than 1,500 for undergraduate and graduate students 
• 600 for high-potential PhD students 
• About 1,200 for postdoctoral researchers (80% in sciences, 20% in social sciences) 

Key scholarship categories include:

• C2F PhD (High-Potential Doctoral Scholarships): Recipients must publish high-quality research—Tier 1 journals in sciences and Q1 journals in social sciences. 
• High-Potential Postdoctoral Scholarships: Researchers collaborate with faculty to produce Tier 1 and Q1 publications. 
• Top Professor Grants: Funding for distinguished full-time researchers producing impactful academic work. 
• Conducting Research Abroad Scholarships: Support for PhD and postdoctoral awardees to conduct research overseas. 

High Impact Programs:

• Top Down: University-driven projects aligned with strategic priorities. 
• Bottom Up: Faculty-driven initiatives to enhance academic excellence. 

Eligibility Criteria 

Applicants must demonstrate strong research capacity. Faculty applicants are required to have at least one Tier 1 publication within the past three years and no prior scholarship violations. Postdoctoral applicants must also show a record of prior publications and a clean academic history. 

Scholarship terms typically span 1 year for postdoctoral researchers, 3 years for PhDs, and 2 years for top professors. 

Research outcomes are often published internationally, with some recipients invited to present at global conferences. Acceptance into Tier 1 and Q1 journals is highly competitive, with rejection rates often exceeding 90%. 

Future Directions 

C2F is budgeted through 2029 (B.E. 2572) and will continue to advance research, teaching, and learning, reinforcing Chulalongkorn University’s path toward world-class university status. Three future strategies include:

1. Top Talent Development: Expanding PhD, Master’s, Bachelor’s, and Postdoc opportunities to boost research output. 
2. CU Power Grant: Supporting both Bottom Up faculty-driven proposals and Top Down strategic initiatives aligned with national priorities. 
3. SDG-Aligned Projects: Promoting research that addresses social challenges and contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 

To date, C2F has significantly strengthened Chulalongkorn’s academic standing while creating sustainable value for society. 

Apply for C2F Scholarships: https://c2f.chula.ac.th/ 

Read the full article at: https://www.chula.ac.th/en/highlight/260893/

About Chulalongkorn University
Chulalongkorn University has made the world’s top 50 university list for employment outcomes, which reflects both the high employment rate and work ability of Chula graduates. The university is also listed as the best in Thailand for the 15th Consecutive Year (since 2009), according to the newly released QS World University Rankings 2024, putting Chula at 211th in the world, up from 244th last year.

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PERTH, Australia, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ASX-listed Strategic Elements Ltd (ASX: SOR) is pleased to announce that Energy Ink — a printable ink that generates electricity from moisture in the air — has, for the first time, been used to manufacture thousands of prototype cells in a commercial facility using printing equipment commonly deployed across consumer, defence and healthcare sectors.

This achievement establishes the foundations for collaboration with international printed electronics centres and potential end-users. Through these partnerships, Energy Ink may be evaluated and co-developed into prototype cells and product demonstrators within industrial-style facilities. Building this capability broadens the opportunity base and creates a clear pathway from research conducted in Australia to active engagement with global industry.

Transfer Program Outcomes

Over 2000 prototype Energy Ink cells were successfully fabricated in a single production run and validated, confirming reproducibility in a commercial facility. In addition, 30 multi-cell arrays were connected and operated continuously for seven days at the target baseline power.

Fabrication in a commercial facility 

Energy Ink cells demonstrating reproducibility under industrial processes.

High Yield Achieved

2,051 of 2,052 cells (99.95%) passed compliance testing for open-circuit voltage and short-circuit current.

Connected arrays manufactured

Successfully validated that interconnected cells can operate as functional arrays.

Multiple A5 sheets produced

Marking progress toward sheet-level fabrication, essential for scaling into demonstrators and eventual commercial deployment.

Energy Ink is being developed in collaboration with a world-class materials science team at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). UNSW is globally recognised for its expertise in functional materials and electronic printing with state-of-the-art nanofabrication, printing and characterisation facilities. The technology has been supported with more than $5 million in competitive Australian Research Council (ARC) grants, including prestigious ARC Industry Fellowships.

Further Testing

Earlier development showed the low-power, disposable Energy Ink prototype powering a skin patch with two 4 cm × 4 cm cells (32 cm² total area) at 2.5 µW/cm². The transfer fabrication program scaled this performance across thousands of cells.

In the transfer program, 2,051 cells out of 2,052 achieved 100% yield for both open-circuit voltage (>1.2 V) and short-circuit current compliance. A 7-day constant current test of 30 arrays (27 cells in each array) was then conducted at a capped 10 µA per cell to match the skin patch baseline.

All 30 arrays maintained continuous output, each sustaining 270 µA (0.27 mA) for the 7-day period, with minimum power density of 2.5 µW/cm². Testing was performed under semi-controlled indoor humidity of 55%–70% RH, consistent with printed electronics facility environments.

Development Pathway & Challenges

With reproducible fabrication of prototype Energy Ink cells outside the laboratory now achieved, detailed characterisation will be undertaken to establish a robust dataset. The next objectives are to:

1. Engage international printed electronics centres — to test and develop Energy Ink alongside new materials, packaging, and electrodes. Focus on those with existing commercial relationships.
2. Initiate discussions with end-user innovation hubs — global companies often run programs for innovative technologies such as battery-free power sources.
3. Progress toward pilot programs — integrating Energy Ink into demonstrator products to generate data for potential commercial adoption.

Energy Ink remains at an early stage, with challenges ahead:

• Performance and durability — maintaining stable output over longer periods.
• Scalability — moving from prototype cells and sheets to larger or stacked formats.
• Integration — combining effectively with circuits, sensors, and packaging.
• Timelines — pilot programs may face delays and may not guarantee commercial adoption.

Company Comment

“Congratulations to our team. We look forward to strengthening our relationship with UNSW and collaborating internationally. Deep-tech innovations, especially new power sources, take time to mature but can deliver significant upside. Our Pooled Development Fund structure is designed for this — providing patient capital to capture breakthrough opportunities.” — Charles Murphy, Managing Director, Strategic Elements Strategic Elements:

Phone: +61 8 9278 2788  admin@strategicelements.com.au  www.strategicelements.com.au

This announcement was authorised for release by the Strategic Elements’ Board of Directors.

Strategic Elements Ltd (ASX: SOR) is a registered Pooled Development Fund (PDF) – an Australian Federal Government program stimulating investment into Australian innovation. The PDF structure provides eligible shareholders with significant tax advantages, including tax-free capital gains and dividends, while enabling Strategic Elements to pursue breakthrough innovation with longer development horizons. More information on the program can be found on the Company’s website.