KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As of 1 July 2025, Malaysia has implemented a 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) on Tuition Fees charged to international students. This change is part of a broader fiscal policy affecting various sectors, including education. Alongside this, an adjustment has also been made to the visa processing fees for international students.

What Does the SST Mean for Tuition Fees?

The introduction of SST means that international students enrolling in Malaysian institutions will see a moderate increase in their tuition fees. The additional charge applies to the existing tuition fee amount, varying based on the programme level.

Below is a summary of the average annual tuition fees before and after the SST, shown in both Ringgit Malaysia (RM) and USD for reference:

Average Annual Tuition Fee Changes (RM and USD)

Figures are estimated and may vary by institution. USD conversion is for reference only.

Comparison of Student Visa Fees

Recent benchmarking by EMGS against other leading international education destinations highlights Malaysia’s competitive edge in two key areas: visa processing cost and turnaround time.

At just more or less USD 300, Malaysia’s student visa fee is significantly lower than other popular destinations such as the United Kingdom, Australia and the United Arab Emirates. Compared to Australia, which charges over USD 1000, Malaysia’s fees are nearly three times more affordable.

What’s more, the processing time in Malaysia is just 14 working days, a turnaround time that is unmatched by regional and global counterparts. In Australia, visa processing can take anywhere from 1 to 6 months, depending on the complexity of the application. In the UK and UAE, students may have to wait between 2 to 5 weeks or longer, which can delay their study plans and increase the stress of planning their transition abroad.

Integrated Support for a Seamless Student Journey

EMGS has developed a centralised and automated system that integrates multiple touchpoints that are often managed separately in other countries. This includes:

• Online visa application and real-time tracking through EMGS Hub mobile application
• Pre-arrival and post-arrival guidance
• Health screening coordination
• Airport welcome services through the International Student Arrival Centre (ISAC) at Kuala Lumpur International Airports at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2

In addition, EMGS has maintained stable visa processing fees for over 10 years since 2012, a reflection of our commitment to providing the best support for international students and ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience as they choose to study in Malaysia. The centralisation of these services not only enhances transparency, but also builds trust among international students and their families, who can monitor visa application progress in real time and feel reassured about their journey to Malaysia.

Malaysia welcomes international students with open arms to embark on their undergraduate and postgraduate journeys through Study in Malaysia.

SOMERVILLE, Mass., Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — oneZero, a global leader in multi-asset enterprise trading technology, today announced the appointment of Adam Collins as Head of Institutional Sales – Americas and EMEA. In this new role, Adam will lead oneZero’s institutional sales strategy and execution across two of its most critical growth regions.

Adam Collins, oneZero’s Head of Institutional Sales, Americas and EMEA

Adam brings over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, with deep expertise in FX sales, trading systems and financial market infrastructure. Adam joins oneZero from LSEG FX, Capital Markets, where he served as EMEA Head of FX Sales. In prior roles at Refinitiv, he was responsible for driving sales and revenue growth for FX, fixed income, equities, and commodities solutions, as well as Refinitiv EIKON, FXT, and OMS/EMS trading products. Adam has also held senior positions at Bloomberg LP and at BNP Paribas.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Adam to the team,” said Andrew Ralich, CEO and Co-Founder of oneZero. “As adoption of our solutions accelerates among regional banks and institutional clients, Adam’s leadership and proven ability to scale high-performing sales teams will be instrumental in expanding our footprint and deepening client relationships.”

Commenting on his appointment, Adam said: “oneZero is delivering cutting-edge solutions that are resonating across client segments globally. I’m excited to help accelerate that growth by partnering closely with clients to enhance the efficiency, transparency and profitability of their trading operations.”

Adam’s appointment comes amid a strong period of growth for oneZero. 2024 saw oneZero being named to the Inc 5000 list of the fastest growing private companies for the third consecutive year, and saw the company secure a double win in the Euromoney FX Awards as The World’s Best FX Technology Provider and The World’s Best Technology Provider for FX Liquidity.

Last month, oneZero’s Data Source was named Best Trading Analytics Platform in the TradingTech Insight USA Awards. Earlier this year, the company announced its acquisition of Autochartist, a leading provider of client engagement automation via market data-driven content. In addition, the seasoned technology executive Ann Neidenbach was added to oneZero’s Board of Directors.

About oneZero

oneZero Financial Systems has been a leading innovator in multi-asset class enterprise trading technology since 2009. Its powerful software encompasses the Hub, EcoSystem and Data Source – three components that together provide a complete solution for execution, distribution and analytics. Through reliable connectivity, technology, infrastructure and market access, oneZero empowers financial institutions and brokers to compete effectively in the global financial markets. oneZero is certified to the standards of ISO 27001 information security management systems, and has development and operations centers in Asia, Australia, Europe and North America.

For more information, please contact:

Talia Geberovich
Head of Marketing and Communications
tgeberovich@onezero.com

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — HIKSEMI, a global provider of professional data storage solutions, is demonstrating its vision for the future of digital transformation at the Digital Transformation Indonesia Conference & Expo (DTI-CX 2025), held on August 6-7. Under the theme “Storage Engine for Digital Evolution,” HIKSEMI highlights advanced storage technologies that drive AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data center innovation.

At the core of its showcase is the D300 Series SSD, recently honored with a Golden Award at the Flash Memory Summit. Designed for data center environments, the D300 offers capacities up to 3.84TB, delivering high reliability, low latency, energy efficiency, and large-capacity performance. Optimized for read-intensive and light mixed workloads, its firmware handles complex I/O patterns, achieving superior Quality of Service (QoS) over SATA. The series supports AES-256 encryption, end-to-end data protection, comprehensive power-loss protection, and automatic firmware reload during faults, ensuring robust data security. It also enables seamless, one-second firmware updates via command-line instructions, minimizing downtime.

Across key areas including data centers, industrial control, automotive applications, gaming and content creation, and smart backups, HIKSEMI showcases its broad portfolio. Industrial-grade SSDs, DDR, and eMMC support stable operations in demanding sectors like finance, healthcare, and manufacturing. Automotive-grade eMMC, SSDs, and memory cards ensure reliable storage for telematics and infotainment systems. For creators and gamers, the FUTURE CORE PCIe 5.0 SSD delivers excellent performance for AI workflows, 8K content creation, and high-end gaming. Additionally, HIKSEMI’s smart NAS solutions feature full-color touchscreens and Docker support for intuitive data management, catering to home and enterprise backup needs.

Through this exhibition, HIKSEMI demonstrates its comprehensive and cutting-edge storage innovations, positioning itself as a pivotal force in driving intelligent evolution and empowering a smarter, more efficient data-driven future.

TAIPEI and SAN DIEGO, Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Senhwa Biosciences, Inc. (TPEx: 6492), a new drug development company focusing on first-in-class therapeutics for oncology, rare diseases, and infectious diseases, today announced that US National Cancer Institute (NCI) sponsors Senhwa’s second program IND has been submitted to US FDA for clinical trial targeting MYC-aberrant lymphoma. Following the initiation of the first trial using CX-5461 as a monotherapy in advanced solid tumors, the IND-submission of the second trial marks a milestone in the development of CX-5461.

With sponsorship from the NCI, this program significantly reduces Senhwa’s clinical development expenditures, easing its R&D financial demands while enhancing the overall project value and commercialization potential—a major positive for the company’s future growth.

A Globally Innovative G4-Targeting Mechanism Against Hard-to-Treat MYC-Driven Lymphomas – 30% of Cancers Involve MYC Mutation

MYC is a critical oncogene, with approximately 28% of cancer patients exhibiting gene amplification or mutation, including in lung, breast, liver cancers, and lymphomas. The MYC protein drives cell proliferation, angiogenesis, and apoptosis suppression, playing a key role in multiple malignancies. CX-5461, developed by Senhwa, precisely stabilizes the G-quadruplex (G4) structures in DNA within cancer cells, suppressing MYC gene expression and effectively disrupting tumor growth pathways.

Preclinical research has demonstrated that CX-5461 exhibits strong inhibitory effects against MYC-overexpressing tumors, highlighting its potential as a next-generation targeted cancer therapy—especially promising for difficult-to-treat lymphomas.

With NCI Sponsorship Significantly Reduces R&D Costs

The clinical trial program is fully led and partially funded by the NCI, covering clinical trial design, operational personnel, trial sites, regulatory, and data management resources. According to Senhwa’s internal estimates, this sponsorship could reduce Senhwa’s clinical development expenditures, easing its R&D financial costs, enhancing development efficiency and accelerating commercialization progress.

Substantial Market Potential for B-cell Lymphomas – Global Annual Sales Expected to Surpass USD 10 Billion

According to BioSpace market data, global sales of B-cell lymphoma therapies reached USD 4.9 billion in 2024 and are projected to grow to USD 8.9 billion by 2035, with a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.79%. There is particularly strong demand for novel targeted therapies for relapsed and refractory lymphoma patients, revealing a significant market gap.

With its unique mechanism and precision medicine potential, Senhwa’s CX-5461 is well-positioned to enter the high-value niche market upon successful progression into late-stage clinical trials and potential regulatory approval, offering substantial commercial value.

CX-5461: The World’s First and Most Advanced G4-Quadruplex Stabilizer for Cancer Treatment

CX-5461 is the world’s first and most advanced anti-cancer investigational drug targeting G-quadruplex DNA structures. It specifically modulates the expression of key oncogenes like MYC, thereby inhibiting cancer cell proliferation and survival. The upcoming NCI-sponsored will evaluate CX-5461 dose optimization and treatment efficacy in Patients with MYC-aberrant, specific subtypes of aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma who have received at least one prior line of therapy and have no other available treatment options, aiming to address critical unmet medical needs with a potentially breakthrough therapeutic solution.

Fuelling inclusion, wellness, and football passion of all ages

HONG KONG, Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As the proud Official Global Training Partner of Liverpool FC (LFC), AXA Hong Kong and Macau (AXA) has promoted holistic wellness through the LFC Hong Kong Tour and a series of football initiatives, which sparked widespread excitement across the city. The highly anticipated Liverpool FC vs AC Milan match, held on 26 July, marked a historic moment for football enthusiasts across Hong Kong and brought immense joy to many. Building on this momentum, AXA has launched a series of impactful community initiatives prior to the match, making the spirit of football accessible to everyone.

Since 2018, AXA has proudly partnered with LFC as their Global Training Partner, united by a common goal: to promote well-being, encourage healthy lifestyles, and support progress for LFC fans and AXA customers alike. This partnership reflects AXA’s brand purpose: Act for human progress by protecting what matters.

Exclusive Meet & Greet with Liverpool FC Players & Legend

The LFC Hong Kong Tour ignited with an Exclusive Meet & Greet with Liverpool FC Players & Legend on 22 July, sparking excitement among internal staff and guests as they can hear inspiring stories of resilience and success up close. Colleagues were thrilled to interact with LFC first-team players and legends, including the German midfielder Florian Wirtz, who joined this summer for a record-breaking transfer fee in the Premier League; Dutch right-back Jeremie Frimpong, also a new signing this summer; and the former goalkeeper Jerzy Dudek, who has won the UEFA Champions League with Liverpool. This vibrant kickoff set the tone for a series of initiatives that brought the spirit of football to the wider community, reflecting AXA’s commitment to sharing joy and passion and fostering community bonds with sports.

AXA X Liverpool FC Soccer Clinic 2025

The AXA x Liverpool FC Soccer Clinic (Soccer Clinic) took place at AXA Dreamland in GO Park Sai Sha on 24 July, marking its second year. in collaboration with St. James’ Settlement, the event engaged nearly 100 children from diverse backgrounds, including underprivileged communities. Set in a vibrant and inclusive environment, the event celebrated the fun of sport, the values of teamwork and resilience, inspiring healthier lifestyles for all.

To make this experience truly exceptional, the Soccer Clinic featured exclusive appearances by the Club legends Lucas Leiva, who made a total of 346 appearances as a midfielder, and Niamh Fahey, wore the armband 70 times and lifting the FA Women’s Championship title in 2022. These once-in-a-lifetime sessions provided young fans with the extraordinary opportunity to learn soccer skills directly from their heroes, hear heartfelt stories of perseverance, and be inspired to dream big, highlighting that the power of sport goes beyond social and economic divides, belonging to everyone.

Angela Wong, Chief Marketing and Customer Officer, AXA Hong Kong and Macau, said, “We are proud to serve as the Global Training Partner of LFC, sharing a common vision rooted in passion, perseverance, and success. Building on the Club’s Hong Kong Tour this Summer, we are delighted to create meaningful football experiences that are accessible to all in Hong Kong. These initiatives reflect the true spirit of our partnership—bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds through the universal language of sport, perfectly exemplifying AXA’s Know You Can spirit and our brand promise — encouraging the public to push beyond their limits and unlock new possibilities. At AXA, we believe sport is a powerful catalyst for building confidence, fostering inclusion, and promoting holistic well-being. AXA remains committed to empowering individuals to live better, healthier lives and to fostering a more inclusive, connected society—one goal at a time.”

Liverpool FC Open Training Session 2025

To extend this commitment into the community, AXA, as Diamond Sponsor of the Hong Kong Football Festival 2025, distributed over 100 tickets for LFC’s Open Training session on 24 July to underprivileged children and their families, in collaboration with Caritas Hong Kong and St. James’ Settlement. This precious opportunity fostered connection and inspired young fans, highlighting the values of teamwork and resilience.

The LFC Hong Kong Tour has concluded, uniting Hong Kong through football’s joy and spirit. From exclusive staff moments to community events like the Soccer Clinic and Open Training session, AXA’s partnership with Liverpool FC continues to inspire healthier, more connected lives, empowering communities through the shared love of football.

For highlights and behind-the-scenes footage of Liverpool FC’s Hong Kong Tour, please visit the official page below: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19brHZ1MS6/

About AXA Hong Kong and Macau

AXA Hong Kong and Macau is a member of the AXA Group, a leading global insurer with presence in 50 markets and serving 95 million customers worldwide. Our purpose is to act for human progress by protecting what matters.

As one of the most diversified insurers in Hong Kong, we offer integrated solutions across Life, Health and General Insurance. We are the largest General Insurance provider and a major Health and Employee Benefits provider. Our aim is to not only be the insurer to provide comprehensive protection to our customers, but also a holistic partner to the individuals, businesses and community we serve. At the core of our service commitment is continuous product & service innovation and customer experience enrichment, which is achieved through actively listening to our customers’ needs and leveraging and investing in technology and digital transformation.

We embrace our responsibility to be a driving force against climate change and a force for good to create shared value for our community. We are proud to be the first to address the importance of mental health through different products and services and thought leading iconic research. Our overall Sustainability Strategy, with emphasis on climate strategy and biodiversity commitment, is developed based on TCFD recommendations. We are committed to integrating environmental, social and governance factors across our business and strive to contribute to a sustainable future through 3 distinct roles – as an investor, an insurer and an exemplary company.

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accesso Technology to Support Growth and Guest Experience Across 42 Six Flags Venues in North America

TWYFORD, England, Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — accesso Technology Group (AIM: ACSO), the premier technology solutions provider to leisure, entertainment and cultural markets worldwide, today announces the renewal of its longstanding partnership with Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) through a new five-year agreement for the continued use of the accesso Passport^® platform. The renewed contract, commencing January 1, 2026, continues the use of accesso eCommerce ticketing across the portfolio of Six Flags’ theme and water parks in North America, now totaling 42 properties following the company’s merger with Cedar Fair in July 2024.

This milestone renewal celebrates over 20 years of ticketing partnership and collaboration between accesso and Six Flags, a relationship that began in 2006. Since then, hundreds of millions of tickets and entitlements have been sold online using the accesso Passport platform. The technology has continuously evolved to meet the operational scale of one of the world’s largest regional theme park operators, driving revenue via benchmark level conversion rates and optimizing basket size while delivering a modern digital user experience.

The accesso Passport eCommerce suite delivers a robust, intuitive platform built to handle massive scale across daily ticket sales, season passes, memberships, and flexible payment plans. With integrated up-sell and cross-sell capabilities, the platform supports deeper guest engagement and maximizes revenue opportunities. Its industry-leading conversion rates and proven reliability demonstrate why clients continue to select and renew their partnerships with accesso.

Commenting on the renewal, Brian Witherow, CFO of Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, said:

“Accesso has been a trusted partner in helping us deliver a streamlined and reliable ticketing experience to our guests for nearly two decades. We are pleased to continue working with Accesso as a proven technology partner that understands the unique scale and operational needs of our parks.”

Reflecting on the renewal, Steve Brown, CEO of accesso, said:

“Six Flags is a flagship client for Accesso, and we’re pleased to further extend our long-term relationship. This renewal reaffirms the value our technology and highlights our ability to scale with our partners as they evolve and grow.”

Under the terms of the agreement, accesso continues as the exclusive online ticketing platform for Six Flags through December 31, 2030, notwithstanding Six Flags’ one time option to terminate the agreement on December 31, 2027, providing notice is given no later than twelve months in advance of this date.

About accesso Technology Group plc
accesso is the leading global provider of patented and award-winning technology solutions that redefine the guest experience, drive increased revenue, streamline operations, and support data-driven business decisions for leisure and entertainment operators. Currently serving over 1,200 venues worldwide, accesso invests heavily in research and development to provide venues with technology that empowers unforgettable guest experiences. Staffed by a team of attractions, cultural venue, and ski industry veterans, accesso partners with venues to maximize guest engagement and revenue through intuitive ticketing, point-of-sale, virtual queuing, distribution, and experience management technologies.

accesso is a public company, listed on AIM: a market operated by the London Stock Exchange. Learn more at accesso.com or follow accesso on X (Twitter), LinkedIn and Facebook.

About Six Flags Entertainment
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America’s largest regional amusement-resort operator with 27 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resort properties across 17 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Focused on its purpose of making people happy, Six Flags provides fun, immersive and memorable experiences to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes^®, DC Comics^® and PEANUTS^®.