DUBAI, UAE, April 14, 2026  /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has introduced a new Flexible Savings feature for its DCA Bots, alongside the launch of the DCA Yield Fiesta campaign to further enhance user returns through automated investing.

The newly launched Flexible Savings functionality allows users to generate yield on supported assets held within their DCA Bots. When enabled, assets continue to earn yield automatically while remaining actively deployed in a dollar-cost averaging strategy. Recurring purchases proceed according to the user’s predefined schedule, with no disruption to execution.

The feature can be activated during the creation of a new DCA Bot or applied to an existing bot through the modification settings. Once enabled, supported assets begin generating yield based on market conditions, offering users an additional layer of passive income without requiring manual intervention.

To complement this feature, Bybit has launched the DCA Yield Fiesta, a limited-time campaign running from April 10, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. UTC through May 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. UTC, rewarding users who enable Flexible Savings and actively use DCA Bots.

Participants can earn rewards by meeting simple criteria, such as reaching minimum DCA investment levels, maintaining active bots over a set period, and generating yield through Flexible Savings. Top-performing users across these categories will receive USDT rewards, with additional yield boosts available during the campaign period.

The combined rollout of Flexible Savings and the DCA Yield Fiesta reflects the company’s continued focus on integrating passive income opportunities within automated trading tools. The approach is intended to improve capital efficiency by enabling users to earn yield on assets while maintaining disciplined investment strategies.

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VICTORIA, Seychelles, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MEXC, the world leader in 0‑fee digital asset trading, has published its Q1 2026 Ecosystem & Growth Report. The first three months of the year saw heavy macro volatility, and traders responded by moving into hedging instruments and alternative assets. MEXC answered with a record quarter of expansion across TradFi Futures (volume up over 246%), new listings (399 tokens), and AI feature success (1.04 million cumulative users).

The new listings program delivered strong results across the quarter. The top 10 tokens by spot trading volume posted an average peak gain of 2,534%.

SOL-based projects dominated the upper end of the gains table, but the volume leaderboard told a different story. AI-related tokens claimed four of the top ten spots there, spanning computing infrastructure, trading tools, and agent protocols. RWA and exchange tokens also broke through in Q1, pointing to fresh demand narratives heading into Q2.

TradFi Futures was the quarter’s breakout vertical. Listed instruments grew from 71 in January to 115 in March, trading volume surged over 246% across the same period, and monthly active traders increased roughly 59%.

The momentum showed up in market share, too. MEXC ranked 2nd in Gold at 27% and 3rd in both Silver and Crude Oil at 15% each, competing directly against the largest platforms in the space. Precious metals and energy contracts led the volume rankings, but four stock futures and one index future also cracked the top 10, a sign that the TradFi user base is branching into equities as well.

MEXC and Ondo Finance continued to build out their tokenized stock offering with 105 new trading pairs on the spot market. The new listings gave users access to precious metals, defense and aerospace, AI and semiconductors, banking, healthcare, consumer staples, and diversified instruments, including indices, ETFs, and bonds.

MEXC added a Prediction Market beta to its product lineup in March, with zero trading and settlement fees, and latency 30 times faster than comparable platforms.

MEXC’s AI features averaged 138,274 daily active users during Q1. The MEXC-AI bot answered more than 5.1 million user queries, and the total number of AI users on the platform passed 1.04 million.

Vugar Usi Zade, CEO of MEXC, said, “In fast-moving markets, opportunity doesn’t wait. Traders need immediate access to the right instruments, in one place, at the exact moment it emerges. Our expansion into TradFi, combined with rapid listings and AI-powered tools, enables seamless movement across crypto, commodities, and equities without ever leaving the platform.”

The numbers carried over to the platform level. MEXC recorded net capital inflows of approximately $22.97 million in March, enough to rank among the top five exchanges on DeFiLlama.

Daily spot volume reached $1.999 billion, and open interest hit $7.564 billion, both consistent with the platform’s steady climb in market activity throughout Q1. The average leverage ratio sat at 1.91x. For context, that figure suggests that users are sizing positions carefully despite the volatile macro environment.

MEXC took home the “Fastest Growing Exchange” award at the TokenInsight Awards 2025 after both futures and spot volumes jumped over 130% year-over-year. The platform’s 0-fee model, active across more than 3,000 pairs, was a key driver. Over the course of the year, it saved 3.44 million users a total of 1.1 billion USDT in trading costs.

The exchange also kept up a full schedule of offline events during Q1, with VIP dinners at NBX 2026 in Poland, community meetups at Crypto Summit Moscow, and appearances across Asia and Latin America.

The MEXC Foundation also ran five CSR programs during the quarter, providing educational resources and direct community support in the Philippines, Australia, Korea, and Syria.

The full report, with detailed breakdowns of new token performance, TradFi rankings, AI adoption, and product milestones, is available here.

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MEXC is the world’s fastest-growing cryptocurrency exchange, trusted by more than 40 million users across 170+ markets. Built on a user-first philosophy, MEXC offers industry-leading 0-fee trading and access to over 3,000 digital assets. As the Gateway to Infinite Opportunities, MEXC provides a single platform where users can easily trade cryptocurrencies alongside tokenized assets, including stocks, ETFs, commodities, and precious metals.

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BEIJING, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from chinadaily.com.cn:

Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries worldwide while widening the digital divide between regions, and Hong Kong is well-positioned to foster greater AI collaboration across the Asia-Pacific and promote more inclusive digital development.

Policymakers and industry leaders made the remarks at the World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit, which opened at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on Monday.

Zhuang Rongwen, director of the Cyberspace Administration of China and chairman of the World Internet Conference, said the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region enjoys unique advantages in advancing digital exchange and cooperation, given its role as an international hub for shipping, trade and finance, as well as its position as a gateway connecting China with the world.

“Countries and regions across the Asia-Pacific have made digital transformation a common choice to capture new growth opportunities and sharpen their competitive edge,” Zhuang said, adding that the digital economy has become “a bright spot” in regional cooperation.

“China remains committed to sharing opportunities arising from digital development with other nations,” he said.

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said hosting the event underscores the SAR’s growing prominence as an international innovation and technology hub and reinforces its integration into national development plans.

“Hong Kong looks forward to working with partners around the region, and across the world, to help shape a digital future built on openness, innovation and inclusivity,” he added.

According to Lee, the Hong Kong Park of the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Zone, which opened in December, has attracted more than 70 tenants in sectors including AI and data science.

Covering 0.87 square kilometers in Hong Kong and 3.02 sq km on the Shenzhen side, the cooperation zone is exploring the movement of research materials and other innovation resources across the boundary, he said.

AI is central to Hong Kong’s innovation and technology development, Lee said, noting that the city ranked third in the Global AI Competitiveness Index, after New York and London.

But he cautioned that the power of AI must be balanced by its responsible and inclusive use, describing technology as a tool that “could function well only with a spirit of cooperation and creativity”.

John Hoffman, CEO of GSMA Ltd, echoed the view, emphasizing that “the future of AI won’t be decided by one organization, one industry, one region or one person”, and that cooperation could help close the digital and economic divide.

He said China, including the Hong Kong SAR, “has a unique position” to play a leadership role, and its experience in innovation can be shared globally.

Describing AI as entering a new frontier marked by the rise of AI agents, Hong Kong Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong said the Hong Kong SAR government is closely monitoring the technology’s evolution.

Although agents could broaden AI’s application across industries, they will also inevitably raise new security concerns, Sun said. “The SAR government’s approach toward AI agents is clear — development must go hand in hand with regulation.”

Samuel Migal, minister of investments, regional development and informatization of Slovakia, said that in the face of advancements in digital technology and AI, the common challenge is the need to establish new governance frameworks.

While different countries and regions may adopt varying regulatory models, “fragmentation cannot be the outcome”, he said.

Debut Public Appearance Since Strategic Merger with NAMI Demonstrates Strengthened Research Capabilities

HONG KONG, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) is participating in the InnoEX 2026, which is taking place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 13 to 16 April. This participation marks ASTRI’s first public engagement following its strategic merger with the Nano and Advanced Materials Institute (NAMI) on 1 April 2026, highlighting its enhanced research and development (R&D) capabilities. The merger brings together pioneering ICT technologies and advanced materials expertise, creating strong synergies that drive greater innovation and enable more impactful practical applications.

Under the theme “Leading Innovation • Breaking Boundaries”, ASTRI’s booth showcases 40 market-ready innovations across four key areas: Healthcare, Food Technology, Smart Living, and Mobility Technology. Highlights include advancements in construction and property management technology, artificial intelligence, low-altitude economy technology, electronics and batteries, green materials, nanotechnology and sustainability-led innovations – all contributing to the growth of smart cities.

Driving Innovation for Economic Growth

Ir Prof Sunny Lee, Board Chairman of ASTRI, described the merger of ASTRI and NAMI as a significant milestone for Hong Kong’s innovation and technology (I&T) sector, injecting fresh impetus into the city’s high-quality economic development. “ASTRI will continue to drive technology transfer and commercialisation through R&D collaborations and licensing, while further fostering partnerships among the I&T ecosystem. This will accelerate the journey from lab to market, benefiting industries and society at large. Together, we aim to build a smarter, greener and more resilient future, strengthening Hong Kong’s position as a global I&T hub.”

He also emphasised ASTRI’s commitment to collaborate with global partners leveraging Hong Kong’s unique “super-connector” role, showcasing the city’s R&D excellence on the world stage.

Enhanced Capabilities for Creating Total Solutions

Ir Dr Ted Suen, Chief Executive Officer of ASTRI, highlighted the institute’s expanded research capabilities following the merger. “By uniting advanced technologies with materials science, we are delivering more innovative and holistic solutions to enhance our clients’ efficiency and competitiveness. We are delighted to participate in this mega event, showcasing ASTRI’s post-merger capabilities to global stakeholders across government, industry, academia, research and investment, while exploring new avenues for collaboration.”

He added that the breadth and depth of technologies on display at this year’s InnoEx have set a new record, underscoring the synergies created by the merger. He cited examples such as ASTRI’s advanced 5G-enabled remote-control tower crane systems, its Edison Awards 2026-finalist precision positioning technology, and high-strength lightweight concrete designed for modular integrated construction (MiC) as innovations transforming the construction industry. “This integrated solution reduces structural weight by 25%-40%, significantly lowering transportation and lifting costs while improving installation accuracy. Paired with energy-saving Nano-curtain coating and carbon-neutral biochar concrete, it further advances the sustainability of construction projects,” he explained.

Integrating Cutting-Edge Technology with Advanced Materials

In addition, ASTRI has developed a comprehensive fall prevention solution for the elderly, combining behavioural prediction, alert systems, and protective materials to enhance safety. “Leveraging behavioural sensing analytics and pressure detection technology, our system effectively predicts the likelihood of falls and issues early warnings. This is complemented by an impact-absorbing intelligent floor mat that disperses and converts the force of a fall into heat energy, reducing the risk of injury. Seniors can also wear the comfortable and form-fitting hip protectors to further minimise the risk of fractures.”

ASTRI has also blended advanced materials with innovative technologies to create breakthrough green energy solutions. These not only improve energy efficiency and storage but also enhance resilience to extreme weather and stabilise energy supply, driving the sustainable development of smart cities. Other key innovative solutions include:

Healthcare

• CHIMP: Continuous Health Information Monitoring Patch: Co-developed with the Hospital Authority and Tin Shui Wai Hospital, this wearable device collects real-time vital data from hospitalised patients, enhancing care efficiency and patient safety. It won the Gold Award in the Smart Living (Smart Healthcare) category at the Hong Kong ICT Awards 2025.

• Probiotics Revitalising System (PRS): Probiotic strains with demonstrated skin-health benefits are rendered dormant using our PRS technology, then revitalised upon topical application on skin to help promote a balanced microbiome.

Food Technology

• Intelligent Tactile Sensing for Fruit Ripeness Detection: Advanced sensing technology has been brought from the lab to farms and food processing facilities, ensuring fruits are harvested and delivered at peak ripeness and quality.

• 3D Printable Formulations for Texturised Food: It enables the 3D printing of nutritious care food with definite shape and layer fidelity, fabricating whole meat and fillets that can fulfill the protein needs of the elderly, alongside biting and chewable pleasure.

Smart Living

• Embodied Intellibot System: Powered by Vision-Language Models (VLMs), these robots can perceive environments, understand and execute human instructions. Suitable for home, industrial, and healthcare applications, they ensure safety and reliability.

• 55°C+ High-temperature Resistant Li-ion Batteries: Machine learning-optimised electrolyte solvents & additives cut 80% standby loss, extend cycle life by 25% under high temperature, ideal for outdoor energy storage in high-temperature environments.

Mobility Technology

• Generative Pretrained Model for Multi-Modal Traffic Data: Revolutionising urban traffic management system with artificial intelligence.
• Self-Levelling Backfill Materials: Traditional road damage and collapses caused by inadequate soil compaction are mitigated with this self-levelling, self-compacting backfill material. It can be continuously pumped into trenches, improving construction efficiency and road quality.

About ASTRI

Founded in 2000 by the HKSAR Government, Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) is the city’s largest government-funded R&D center. Committed to transforming high-impact research into practical innovations, ASTRI drives market-driven, interdisciplinary advancements across sectors, including Smart City, FinTech, Digital Health and Life Sciences, New Industrialisation and Intelligent Manufacturing, Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASIC) and Advanced Electronics, New Energy and Energy Storage, and Green and ESG Technologies. Following its merger with the Nano and Advanced Materials Institute, ASTRI has further strengthened its capabilities, with over 1,500 global patents and 2,200 successful cases of technology transfer. Recognised with numerous international awards, ASTRI continues to nurture top I&T talent and foster collaborations among the I&T ecosystem, contributing to Hong Kong’s high-value economic development.

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