SINGAPORE, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GCL Global Holdings Ltd (Nasdaq: GCL) (“GCL” or the “Company”), a leading provider of games and entertainment, today announced that its publishing subsidiary, 4Divinity Pte. Ltd. (“4Divinity”), together with developer Leap Studio, has officially launched “Realm of Ink,” the highly anticipated fast-paced action roguelite. The game is now available in its full V1.0 release for PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, alongside launches on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch.

Blending breathtaking Chinese-inspired ink art, fluid 2.5D visuals, and lightning-fast combat, “Realm of Ink” follows Red, a relentless swordswoman trapped within a world written in ink. As she hunts the mysterious Fox Demon, Red uncovers a devastating truth: her fate has already been written within the pages of a book. To escape, she must battle through illusion, challenge fate itself, and carve a new destiny one page at a time.

In “Realm of Ink,” death is only the beginning. Each defeat returns Red to the Inn, a sanctuary filled with allies, upgrades, unlockable combat forms, and new opportunities to reshape every future run. More than cosmetic variations, each playable form introduces distinct weapons, skills, combat identity, and powerful build possibilities, encouraging players to experiment with new strategies, elemental Ink Gems, and evolving relic combinations as they fight deeper into the Ink Realm.

“Today’s launch of ‘Realm of Ink’ marks an exciting milestone for GCL and our publishing team at 4Divinity,” said Sebastian Toke, Group CEO at GCL. “From its breathtaking ink-inspired art style to the fast-paced, rewarding gameplay, ‘Realm of Ink’ represents the kind of bold, high-quality interactive entertainment we are committed to bringing to players around the world. We are incredibly proud of what Leap Studio has created and grateful for the passion and support the community has shown throughout development. With the game now having exited Early Access on Steam and launching globally across PC and consoles, we look forward to seeing players immerse themselves in the Ink Realm and experience this unforgettable journey firsthand.”

To celebrate today’s launch, 4Divinity has unveiled a new trailer featuring never-before-seen gameplay and stunning cinematics. Offering fans the most exciting look yet at the game’s brutal combat, haunting ink-painted environments, and evolving narrative, the trailer welcomes players into the beautifully crafted world of “Realm of Ink” as it launches worldwide today.

In support of the full launch, Leap Studio is also excited to announce a special crossover collaboration with 91Act, bringing content inspired by “BlazBlue Entropy Effect” into the Ink Realm.

Available now as part of the ‘Realm of Ink’ launch update, players can unlock Oread, the formidable Stage 4 boss from “BlazBlue Entropy Effect,” as a fully playable character form. Entering the battlefield with devastating style, Oread arrives equipped with a powerful new Ink Gem, two exclusive Ink Pet skins, and unique perks designed to complement her aggressive combat abilities, opening up bold new build possibilities for players ready to master her relentless fighting style.

About “Realm of Ink”

“Realm of Ink” is a fast-paced, ink-washed action roguelite where the line between fate and freedom begins to blur. As the protagonist Red pursues the Fox Demon, she discovers she exists inside a story not of her own making, and the only path to freedom is rebellion.

Within this living manuscript, every death reshapes the narrative. Players unlock new combat forms, supernatural abilities, and evolving Story Relics that transform each run into a new battle for survival. Along the way, they will confront powerful bosses guarding the truth behind the Ink Realm and encounter more than 20 mythical beings inspired by Chinese folklore and literature.

With every slash, revelation, and rebirth, players move closer to breaking the cycle and writing their own ending.

Key Features

• Endless Cycles & Rebirth: Break free from prewritten fate as you unlock powerful new forms with every run. Harness the Fox Demon’s immortal abilities, uncover evolving Story Relics, and challenge four unique bosses standing between you and the truth.
• Creative, Fierce & Fluid Combat: Master nine distinct combat forms and weapons, each with unique playstyles. Equip more than 40 elemental Ink Gems to forge devastating synergies and enhance your build with over 200 unlockable perks and artifacts.
• Evolving Ink Pets: Fight alongside deadly Ink Pets capable of evolving into more than 15 unique forms depending on your chosen Ink Gem combinations and combat style.
• A Vibrant Eastern Fantasy World: Explore four atmospheric realms inspired by Chinese folklore, battle more than 20 mythical creatures, and uncover hidden stories through lore encounters and character interactions.

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About GCL Global Holdings

GCL Global Holdings Ltd. (“GCL”) is a holding company incorporated in the Cayman Islands (GCL together with its subsidiaries, the “GCL Group”). Through its operating subsidiaries, GCL Group unites people through its ecosystem of content and hardware in games and entertainment, enabling creators to deliver engaging experiences to gaming communities worldwide with a strategic focus on the rapidly expanding Asian gaming market.

Drawing on a deep understanding of gaming trends and market dynamics, GCL Group leverages its diverse portfolio of digital and physical content as well as multimedia peripherals to bridge cultures and reach a global audience by introducing Asian-developed IP across consoles and PCs. Learn more at https://www.gclglobalholdings.com/

About 4Divinity

4Divinity Pte. Ltd. is a digital and retail games publishing company and an indirect majority-owned subsidiary of GCL, focused on bringing exciting game content from around the world to Asia and introducing Asian content to a global market. By combining regional insights with international reach, 4Divinity also partners with publishers and development studios to introduce brand-new IP to the region. Learn more at https://www.4divinity.com/

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PANAMA CITY, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On May 22, 2010, programmer Laszlo Hanyecz paid 10,000 Bitcoin for two pizzas. It was not only the first real-world Bitcoin transaction in crypto history but also the beginning of consensus-building in the Web3 world.

Sixteen years later, Bitcoin has become a major global asset, and Bitcoin Pizza Day has evolved into one of the most symbolic cultural totems in Web3.

As another Pizza Day arrived on May 22, HTX DAO transformed this holiday rooted in pure geek culture into a Web3 cultural celebration spanning five major cities worldwide. The event signaled a comprehensive upgrade in HTX’s global service ecosystem while also reflecting a profound shift in the mindset of today’s crypto investors.

Five-City Synergy: Upgrading Global Service Capabilities

If the early crypto world resembled a niche utopia built by internet natives, today’s Web3 ecosystem has entered a truly global era. The boundaries of the industry have been redefined time and again, and crypto culture is moving from on-chain communities to the broader real world.

This time, HTX DAO chose a deeply community-driven approach possible, bringing the festivities to five key cities across the globe to create a borderless celebration of Web3 consensus, each with its own local flair.

Community Deliveries: Crypto-native, peer-to-peer, city-wide pizza deliveries brought hot pizzas personally delivered to community members.

Interactive Gatherings: DIY pizza feasts in bustling commercial districts allowed young Web3 enthusiasts to debate AI, on-chain finance, and the industry’s upcoming major narratives while kneading dough and adding toppings.

Cultural Pop-Ups: Cultural pop-up events in parks featured customized Huobao installations and pizza boxes, which became some of the coolest viral attractions in town.

Premium VIP Experiences: High-end VIP Pizza Day celebrations blended exclusivity with community spirit. Participants enjoyed private Ferrari chauffeur services as well as an upscale dinner party featuring wine, steak, and pizza. As guests engaged in deep conversations, and ideas clashed over market trends, asset allocation, and industry cycles, the event preserved the freedom of crypto culture while showcasing a premium service model as crypto finance matures.

If the five-city offline celebration mirrored one side of HTX DAO’s global ecosystem services, it also highlighted a broader shift in market sentiment across today’s Web3 landscape.

At the HTX DAO Global Pizza Day event, community members engaged in detailed discussions centered around asset allocation and coin-margined yield generation. Interest in HTX Earn’s APYs rose considerably, signaling that a clear turning point in the industry narrative has arrived.

From FOMO to Stable Yield: Crypto Finance Enters a New Asset Management Era

The crypto world has never been short of tales of overnight wealth. In the past few years, market sentiment was dominated by FOMO, with investors frantically chasing the next 100x token or 1,000x Alpha asset.

However, as the industry wades deeper into uncharted regulatory waters and faces ongoing macroeconomic volatility, the underlying investor psyche is quietly shifting. As the frenzy fades, veteran builders and crypto whales alike are shifting away from speculative hype and moving toward pragmatism.

This transformation is directly reflected in both real exchange data and user demand.

Recently, HTX DAO Ambassador and HTX spokesperson Molly revealed that, based on user benefit surveys and interviews with top-tier clients, APY Booster Coupons have become one of the most requested perks. This trend suggests that users’ perception of crypto asset management is shifting, with a growing priority placed on stable yield generation.

In many ways, this is a sign that the crypto industry is maturing.

Meanwhile, the atmosphere at HTX DAO’s global Pizza Day celebration aligns perfectly with this transition in market sentiment: the excitement is still alive, but rationality is returning; the dreams remain, but long-termism is becoming the new consensus.

The Pizza Will Be Gone, But Consensus Will Last Forever

From the very first real-world Bitcoin transaction 16 years ago to today’s HTX DAO Global Pizza Day, this celebration serves not only as a heartfelt tribute to crypto history but also as a symbol of consensus. The evolution toward rational conversations regarding stable yield generation highlights a maturing market that deeply resonates with global users.

Sixteen years on, pizza flavors have changed, and market cycles have come and gone. Yet, HTX DAO’s commitment to standing alongside its community members through every bull and bear market remains unchanged, as does the unwavering belief in a decentralized world and consensus around steady progress.

About HTX DAO

HTX DAO is a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) collaboratively built by community members, early contributors, and global advisors. Supported by HTX Exchange and the TRON blockchain ecosystem, HTX DAO is committed to establishing an open governance ecosystem led by users, governed by transparent rules, and driven by efficient collaboration, serving as a key engine in advancing decentralized finance (DeFi).

HTX DAO embodies the principle of “token holders govern”, aiming to inspire global consensus and participation, align community interests with platform value, and explore a new order in the world of crypto finance.

Contact Information
Website: www.htxdao.com

NEW YORK and SINGAPORE, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Alibaba International announced today that its AI-powered creative platform, PicCopilot, has integrated with Google Ads. This strategic collaboration enables small and medium e-commerce operators to create and launch high-conversion Google display ads directly within the PicCopilot platform.

Unlike general creative tools, PicCopilot leverages Alibaba International’s e-commerce ecosystem to train its AI on real-world scenarios, ensuring the solution is  examined and validated through actual market experience.

Small and medium e-commerce operators and direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands face mounting pressure to maintain consistent marketing presence across multiple digital channels while operating with limited resources. In the U.S. market, where approximately 40% of PicCopilot users are first-time entrepreneurs, the ability to leverage such professional insights is critical. Through this integration, businesses can now leverage a unified platform that simplifies the entire workflow. For instance, PicCopilot’s “Viral Video Maker” can generate 8-10 professional video options in just 2-3 minutes from a single product image—a process that traditionally takes 2-3 days.

“Our goal is to evolve AI from a simple efficiency tool into a growth-driving engine for merchants,” said Yang Guang, Vice President of Alibaba International and Lead of Alibaba Design. “By integrating PicCopilot with Google Ads, we are democratizing enterprise-level creative marketing tools, allowing even the smallest sellers to leverage market-validated approaches to drive their business forward.”

PicCopilot provides unique, “one-click” AI applications specifically designed to drive e-commerce sales. This includes industry-first video solutions for social content, such as the Viral Video Maker and Fashion Reels—specialized tools for apparel and footwear that transform static images into engaging marketing assets. Additionally, the platform’s AI Product Page Design Generator allows merchants to create high-quality, ready-to-use storefront visuals, making professional-grade marketing accessible to businesses of all sizes.

Through this Google Ads integration, PicCopilot advances its vision of serving as an intelligent marketing “middle-ware” that connects the entire marketing pipeline—from strategy and creativity to distribution and optimization. This advancement enables smaller merchants to compete effectively through intelligent technology, setting a new standard for AI-driven e-commerce growth.

 About Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group

Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group is dedicated to supporting the development of global digital trade with AI-powered technology. It operates various platforms with distinctive business models, covering multiple countries and regions around the world.

SHENZHEN, China, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A report from iQingdao.

The 22nd China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair (ICIF) kicked off in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, on May 21.

Recognized as one of China’s most influential cultural expos, this year’s ICIF features 6,312 exhibitors and more than 120,000 products, including 310 international exhibitors from more than 65 countries and regions.

Three general exhibition halls feature displays organized by delegations from provinces and cities across China, while five themed halls focus respectively on fashion and art, international cultural trade, cultural heritage and innovation, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, and cultural technology.

A new exhibition zone dedicated to Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies has been launched this year to showcase tourism, cultural products, traditional crafts, and cuisine from across the Asia-Pacific region as Shenzhen prepares to host APEC meetings in November.

LOS ANGELES, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Vastnaut, a pioneering wearable robotics startup, today announced the successful conclusion of its three-day Demo Day in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles (May 21-23). In an unprecedented move for the consumer exoskeleton category, Vastnaut broke away from usual crowdfunding practices by inviting outdoor explorers, everyday users, and passersby to physically test Vastnaut One—the world’s first AI-powered 4×4 exoskeleton—while its crowdfunding campaign is still actively running.

Building trust through genuine transparency

For early-stage hardware startups, the crowdfunding phase is often plagued by polished videos and exaggerated spec sheets that overpromise and underdeliver, leading to a growing gap in consumer trust. Vastnaut chose to tackle this head-on. The Los Angeles event was designed with one clear goal: genuine transparency. Rather than asking backers to blindly trust digital promises, Vastnaut brought the physical product directly to the community, proving that their breakthrough wearable technology is ready for the real world.

“It doesn’t feel like a machine”: what early adopters are actually saying

During the event, attendees were invited to walk up and down flights of stairs, perform deep crouches, and strap on heavy hiking backpacks to experience Vastnaut One’s active assistance and load relief firsthand.

“It honestly feels like my own legs just got a massive upgrade,” said Alex T., an amateur landscape photographer. “Since it’s helping out my hips and knees at the same time, it doesn’t feel like you’re wearing a machine. It just moves right with you, whether you’re bending down for a shot or taking the stairs.”

Other attendees tested the system against typical exoskeleton pain points. “I actually brought my own 60-liter pack just to see if the frame would get in the way,” noted Sarah M., an avid hiker and early backer. “It totally cleared my gear without bumping into anything. And the moment I hit the stairs, it felt like the weight of the bag just vanished. It’s pretty incredible.”

Weighing just 2.7 kg thanks to its 86% aerospace-grade carbon fiber construction, Vastnaut One demonstrated its ability to effectively reduce knee impact by up to 35% and uphill effort by 30% during the live demonstrations.

Los Angeles is just the beginning

“Los Angeles is just the first stop for us,” the Vastnaut team stated. “We believe that building genuine trust means putting the physical product directly into our users’ hands. The incredible feedback we received here proves that our industry-first End-to-End AI and 4×4 architecture truly resonate with people once they step into it. We will be taking this physical tour to other cities globally, ensuring that our community remains at the very heart of our journey.”

The Vastnaut One is currently live on Kickstarter, where the campaign continues to gain momentum following the successful Los Angeles showcase.

For more information about Vastnaut One, future Demo Day stops, or to join the ongoing crowdfunding campaign, visit Vastnaut official website and its Kickstarter page.

About Vastnaut

Vastnaut is a wearable robotics company founded by engineers from leading consumer hardware brands such as DJI and EcoFlow. Combining deep expertise in robotics, biomechanics, and control systems, the company is guided by the belief that technology should extend human capability in practical, meaningful ways.

The company develops intuitive wearable robotics that build synergy between humans and the world, inspiring people to explore with amplified strength, confidence, and freedom.

Vastnaut One, the company’s first product, is an AI-powered 4×4 exoskeleton built for tough terrain. Its 4×4 (4-joint × 4-motor) structure delivers powerful assistance and comprehensive multi-joint support across a variety of rugged landscapes.