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Hong Kong well-positioned to boost digital cooperation

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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.

Fantastic Reef Fishes and Where to Find Them: A New Field Guide Celebrates and Documents Hong Kong’s Reef Fish Diversity with 422 Species

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Bearing Witness to 11 Years of Underwater Research and Adding Nine New Species Records for Hong Kong


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 April 2026 – BLOOM Association Hong Kong officially launches the publication, Fantastic Reef Fishes and Where to Find Them—Field Guide of the 114°E Hong Kong Reef Fish Survey (hereafter referred to as “the Field Guide”). Funded by The Swire Group Charitable Trust, the Field Guide is a documentation of reef fishes found in Hong Kong waters, created with the aim of enhancing public understanding of local reef fish biodiversity and promoting marine environmental education, conservation, and awareness.

Fantastic Reef Fishes and Where to Find Them—Field Guide of the 114°E Hong Kong Reef Fish Survey features 422 reef fish species, including nine species that were not previously recorded in Hong Kong in any scientific literature.
Fantastic Reef Fishes and Where to Find Them—Field Guide of the 114°E Hong Kong Reef Fish Survey features 422 reef fish species, including nine species that were not previously recorded in Hong Kong in any scientific literature.

This Field Guide showcases findings of the 114°E Hong Kong Reef Fish Survey (hereafter referred to as “the 114°E Survey”), based on underwater survey observations and data collected in the 11 years from 2014 to 2024. It features 422 reef fish species from 91 families, including nine species that were not previously recorded in Hong Kong in any scientific literature (See Appendix I). The Five-lined coral goby (Gobiodon quinquestrigatus) which spends most of their lives in a small patch of corals, and the brightly coloured Threespot angelfish (Apolemichthys trimaculatus) are some examples, suggesting that there may still be fish species that await discovery in local waters. The book contains over one thousand underwater photographs, all taken in Hong Kong waters, and each species account is accompanied by meticulous fish illustrations to highlight key identification features. It is the first among local publications of its kind, and provides readers with accurate, accessible, and educational content.

The 114°E Survey began in 2014 with only a handful of volunteer divers, working to systematically record the diversity of Hong Kong’s reef fishes by scuba diving surveys. Since then, more than 400 volunteers have participated, coming from a wide range of backgrounds and brought together by a shared passion for diving and appreciation for the marine life. Seeing the growing awareness for biodiversity conservation in the city and the fact that previously published local reef fish guides are mostly no longer available in the market, Stan Shea, co-founder of the 114°E Survey and one of the editors of the Field Guide, conceived the idea of producing a new guide using the extensive data and photographs accumulated over the years.

“Many people are unaware of the incredible diversity beneath the waves. If the public does not even know what kinds of fish live in our waters, how can we expect more people to support marine conservation?” says Stan Shea.

Among the 400+ reef fish species documented by the 114°E Survey team are well-known species, such as Seahorses and Clownfish, as well as species that are threatened with extinction, such as the Hong Kong grouper and the Humphead wrasse. The Field Guide highlights the fishes’ beauty and characteristics, aids identification, and presents species’ sighting frequencies across years. It combines data with survey anecdotes, covering encounter patterns, ecological stories, and interactions between divers and reef fishes. These accounts engage readers while also serve as a historical record of Hong Kong’s reef fish diversity for this decade.

Another editor of the Field Guide, Yiu Wai Hong, noted that beyond serving as a practical tool book for nature enthusiasts and the public, he hopes that the Field Guide will also support environmental education for the next generation. It is intended to provide schools, teachers, and students with locally relevant learning materials for marine science and ecology, inspire further research and publications for Hong Kong’s marine space, and encourage support for conservation measures, such as the establishment of marine protected areas, to ensure that Hong Kong’s incredible diversity is preserved for the appreciation and enjoyment of generations to come.

Summary
Fantastic Reef Fishes and Where to Find Them – Field Guide of the 114°E Hong Kong Reef Fish Survey documents 422 reef fish species from 91 families recorded during underwater surveys in Hong Kong waters between 2014 and 2024. The book includes:

  • Species accounts detailing features, characteristics, and providing identification guidance
  • General information on local distribution
  • Underwater photographs of reef fishes taken in Hong Kong waters
  • Reef fish ecological stories
  • Divers’ observations and interactions with reef fish

Purpose and Significance of the Publication:
BLOOM Association Hong Kong hopes that the publication will:

  • Enhance public understanding of reef fish diversity in Hong Kong waters
  • Support environmental education for schools, teachers, and students
  • Provide baseline knowledge usable for reef fish research and conservation
  • Serve as a historical record of local reef fish diversity for the past 11 years

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The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

About BLOOM Association Hong Kong

Established in 2009, BLOOM Association Hong Kong is dedicated to bridging the gap between people and science, inspiring public interest in marine conservation, and working with stakeholders to improve both local waters and global oceans.

Noah Holdings and ARK Wealth Management Win Top Honors from Asian Private Banker and Euromoney, Highlighting Expertise in Connecting Chinese Wealth to Global Markets

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HONG KONG, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Noah Holdings Limited (“Noah” or the “Company”) (NYSE: NOAH, HKEX: 6686) and its global wealth management platform, ARK Wealth Management (“ARK”), have been honored with multiple top industry awards from Asian Private Banker and Euromoney. These accolades reinforce the Company’s strategic position as the premier platform where global Chinese wealth connects.

Asian Private Banker Names Noah as Best Wealth Manager for Both Domestic and International Markets

At the 15th Asian Private Banker Awards for Distinction 2025, Noah was honored to receive the following prestigious accolades for the ninth consecutive year:

  • Best Independent Wealth Manager China Offshore
  • Best Independent Wealth Manager China Onshore

Building on this success, Noah also secured two major titles at the 8th Asian Private Banker China Wealth Awards (CWA) 2025:

  • Best Wealth Manager – Third Party – Domestic Market
  • Best Wealth Manager – Third Party – International Market

 These recognitions place Noah alongside leading international and domestic private banks, highlighting its deep onshore market expertise and expanding global capabilities.

Asian Private Banker recognized Noah’s ability to deliver multi-jurisdictional wealth management services, supported by a robust multi-currency infrastructure. The awards also highlight one of Noah’s key strengths: bridging China’s domestic wealth ecosystem with global asset allocation capabilities—a testament to its defining edge of delivering wealth expertise, and deeper global Chinese insight.

Reflecting on the awards, Zander Yin, CEO of Noah Holdings, said: “True global wealth management lies in combining professional capability with human care. By integrating AI with human insight, we are enhancing both the efficiency and experience of cross-border wealth management for global Chinese families.”

Euromoney Recognizes ARK Wealth Management’s Digital Excellence

In the Euromoney Private Banking Awards 2026, ARK Wealth Management was named:

  • Hong Kong’s Best Independent Wealth Manager
  • Hong Kong’s Best Independent Wealth Manager for Digital Solutions

These accolades reflect ARK’s continued investment in its proprietary iARK platform, an AI-empowered wealth management ecosystem designed to serve the global Chinese community. By integrating digital tools with personalized advisory services, ARK strengthens accessibility, transparency, and informed decision-making for clients across multiple jurisdictions. The recognition underscores ARK’s focus on delivering scalable, technology-enabled wealth solutions that seamlessly connect financial hubs across Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the US.

Coinciding with these accolades, Asian Private Banker recently published an exclusive interview with Norah Wang, Co-founder and Chairwoman of Noah Holdings, who emphasized that “trust” and “discernment” remain the core of wealth management amid macroeconomic and technological shifts. Wang noted that the industry is increasingly shifting towards “assets under advisory” where wealth protection and long-term planning are prioritized alongside investment returns.

She added that while AI enhances analytical and operational capabilities, human judgment remains central to building client trust and guiding complex cross-border decisions, ultimately achieving “Wisdom Beyond Wealth.”

ABOUT NOAH HOLDINGS LIMITED

Noah Holdings Limited (NYSE: NOAH; HKEX: 6686) is an integrated wealth management platform for Chinese families that spans across borders, generations, and cultures – “Where Global Chinese Wealth Connects.” Driven by a commitment to “Wealth expertise, Deeper global Chinese insight,” and over 23 years of disciplined practice, Noah has become the preferred choice for global Chinese families. Dual-listed on the NYSE and HKEX, Noah operates four global booking and trading centers in Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the United States and has allocated over USD 153 billion in cumulative assets. Guided by the principle of “Wisdom Beyond Wealth,” Noah is committed to becoming a long-term, trusted partner for generations of global Chinese families.

ASTRI Showcases Smart Technologies for Healthcare, Food, Living and Mobility at InnoEX 2026

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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.

Prof Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government; Ms Lillian Cheong, Under Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government, and Mr Daniel Cheung, Acting Commissioner for Digital Policy of the HKSAR Government visit ASTRI’s booth at InnoEX in support of the Institute.
Prof Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government; Ms Lillian Cheong, Under Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government, and Mr Daniel Cheung, Acting Commissioner for Digital Policy of the HKSAR Government visit ASTRI’s booth at InnoEX in support of the Institute.

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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PhilWeb Corporation Reports Return to Profitability in Q1 2026, Driven by Scalable e-Gaming Infrastructure Driving Revenue Growth and Margin Expansion

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MANILA, Philippines, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PhilWeb Corporation (PSE: WEB), a leading provider of regulated gaming technology and infrastructure, today announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2026 (“Q1 2026”), marking a return to profitability and a key inflection point in its transition toward a scalable, high-margin digital entertainment platform.

Q1 2026 Financial Highlights:

  • Revenue increased 30% year-on-year and 33% quarter-on-quarter to ₱233.1 million (Q1 2025: ₱178.8 million; Q4 2025: ₱175.8 million).
  • EBITDA reached ₱23.5 million, compared to negative ₱3.0 million in Q1 2025 and increased 369% quarter-on-quarter from ₱5.0 million in Q4 2025.
  • EBITDA margin improved to approximately 10%, up 12 percentage points year-on-year and 7 percentage points quarter-on-quarter.
  • Net income reached ₱13.9 million, compared to net losses of ₱25.5 million in Q1 2025 and ₱16.7 million in Q4 2025.
  • Online e-Gaming Solutions revenue contributed ₱79.3 million, accounting for approximately 34% of total revenue, compared to nil in the prior year.
  • Gross margin was approximately 30%, reflecting higher contribution from the Online e-Gaming Solutions segment, which operates at materially higher margins than legacy service provider and operator businesses.

FY2025 Positioning and Earnings Baseline

The Group reported a net loss of ₱211.2 million for FY2025, primarily driven by non-recurring impairment and revaluation adjustments related to legacy underperforming assets. These adjustments were substantially completed prior to Q1 2026. As a result, the Company’s Q1 2026 results reflect a clean operating baseline, with no material recurring impact from prior impairment activities.

Business Performance and Operating Trends

The Group’s performance in Q1 2026 was driven by the continued scaling of its online e-Gaming Solutions business, which serves as a technology platform for licensed gaming operators.

During the quarter, online revenue expanded to ₱79.3 million, supported by:

  • onboarding of new platform partners,
  • increased transaction activity, and
  • broader content distribution.

The increasing contribution from online operations led to structural margin improvement, as the segment operates with a lower incremental cost base and higher contribution margins compared to traditional revenue streams.

Sequential Growth Momentum

Q1 2026 saw a number of agreements signed between PhilWeb and key clients and content providers. Majority of these, are expected to commence operations in Q2 2026, outside the reported period. This provides visibility into continued revenue growth as the Group expands its online platform across a broader base of licensed operators.

Management Commentary

“The Company’s return to profitability in Q1 2026 reflects the continued execution of our strategy to scale our e-Gaming Solutions platform,” said Brian Ng, President of PhilWeb Corporation. “We are seeing increasing contribution from our new customers, which is driving both revenue growth and margin expansion. Our network of e-Games retail gaming venues also continues to grow, reflecting the continuous trust our venue operators have with our performance and business practices. We remain focused on delivering these consistently high-quality services as the platform expands in the coming months.”

Leadership in Regulatory Standards

As a “Compliance-First” platform, PhilWeb remains an active participant in the industry Technical Working Group (TWG), collaborating with PAGCOR to help draft the technology regulations that govern the sector. This pioneer status ensures that PhilWeb’s one-stop solution remains the most trusted and standard-compliant gateway for digital gaming in the country.

About PhilWeb Corporation (PSE:WEB)

PhilWeb Corporation is a Philippine Stock Exchange-listed company providing gaming technology and infrastructure solutions to licensed operators. As the original architect of the country’s e-gaming industry, PhilWeb provides the essential one-stop digital infrastructure and regulatory-compliant platforms used by the nation’s top licensed gaming operators.

Investor Relations Contact:

Kenneth Ke
Head of Capital Markets and Investor Relations
PhilWeb Corporation
Email: kenneth.ke@philweb.com.ph

Telix Refinances Convertible Bonds

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MELBOURNE, Australia and INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited (ASX: TLX, NASDAQ: TLX) (“Telix“) today launches an offering of US$550 million convertible notes due 2031 to be issued by its wholly-owned subsidiary, Telix Pharmaceuticals (Investments) Inc. (the “Issuer“), and guaranteed by Telix and Telix Pharmaceuticals (US) Inc. (the “Offering“). The convertible notes, also referred to as “convertible bonds” (“Convertible Bonds“), are convertible into fully paid ordinary shares in Telix (“Ordinary Shares“).

Managing Director and Group CEO, Dr. Christian Behrenbruch, said: “The refinance of the existing Convertible Bonds represents our proactive approach to capital management. The new Convertible Bonds will continue to provide the business with cost effective financing.”

The new Convertible Bonds represent attractive, low-cost financing to Telix and are non-dilutive until any potential future conversions occur. The initial conversion price will be at a premium to Telix’s current share price.

After deduction of commissions, professional fees and other administrative expenses, it is intended that the net proceeds will be used to repurchase the existing convertible bonds due 2029 (“Existing Convertible Bonds“). Any funds raised above that required for the repurchase of the Existing Convertible Bonds will be applied to general corporate purposes.

Convertible Bonds Offering

  • It is intended that the Convertible Bonds will be listed on the Official List of Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (“SGX-ST“)
  • The Offering is being marketed to eligible investors with the final terms of the Convertible Bonds to be determined via a bookbuild process expected to be completed prior to market open on Wednesday, 15 April 2026
  • Concurrent with the Offering, a delta placement of Ordinary Shares will be executed to facilitate hedging activity by investors in relation to the Convertible Bonds. The clearing price per Ordinary Share under the delta placement will be used as the reference share price for the Convertible Bonds
  • More details on the key terms of the Convertible Bonds are provided in the table below

Stock Borrow Facility

To assist the implementation of the Convertible Bonds Offering, Elk River Holdings Pty Ltd as the trustee for The Behrenbruch Family Trust[1] (“Stock Lender“) intends to enter into a stock lending agreement with an affiliate of J.P. Morgan (“Stock Borrower“) pursuant to which the Stock Lender will lend a certain number of Ordinary Shares to the Stock Borrower, and the Stock Borrower will be required to return the borrowed Ordinary Shares to the Stock Lender pursuant to the terms of the agreement (“Stock Borrow Facility“).

Concurrent Repurchase

Additionally, Telix is conducting a reverse bookbuilding process to receive indications of interest from holders of the Existing Convertible Bonds on a repurchase of the outstanding Existing Convertible Bonds (“Concurrent Repurchase“). The number of Existing Convertible Bonds to be repurchased and the purchase price will be determined by the reverse bookbuilding process.

Adviser

J.P. Morgan Securities plc (“J.P. Morgan“) is Sole Bookrunner on the Offering and Sole Dealer Manager on the Concurrent Repurchase.

Key terms of the Convertible Bonds

Issuer

Telix Pharmaceuticals (Investments) Inc.

Guarantors

Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited and Telix Pharmaceuticals (US) Inc.

Expected Issue Size

US$550 million

Ranking

Direct, unconditional, unsubordinated and unsecured obligations of the Issuer and Guarantors

Maturity Date

5 years

Investor Put Option

At the end of year 3

Coupon / Yield

1.50 – 1.75%

Conversion Premium

35.0 – 37.5%

Reference Share Price

The clearing price of the Delta Placement – see below

Delta Placement

J.P. Morgan will run a bookbuilding process to facilitate some or all of the hedging activity that may be executed by investors in the Convertible Bonds

The clearing price of the Delta Placement will be used as the reference share price to determine the initial conversion price of the Convertible Bonds

The manner of conducting the Delta Placement will be determined by J.P. Morgan in consultation with Telix

Conversion Price Adjustment

Standard anti-dilutive adjustments including conversion price adjustment for all dividends paid by Telix

Listing

SGX-ST

Selling Restrictions

Reg S (Cat 2) only

About Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited

Telix is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of radiopharmaceuticals with the goal of addressing significant unmet medical need in oncology and rare diseases. Telix is headquartered in Melbourne (Australia) with international operations in the United States, United Kingdom, Brazil, Canada, Europe (Belgium and Switzerland), and Japan, Telix is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX: TLX) and the Nasdaq Global Select Market (NASDAQ: TLX).

Visit www.telixpharma.com for further information about Telix, including details of the latest share price, ASX and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings, investor and analyst presentations, news releases, event details and other publications that may be of interest. You can also follow Telix on LinkedIn, X and Facebook.

Telix Investor Relations (Global)

Ms. Kyahn Williamson

SVP Investor Relations and
Corporate Communications

kyahn.williamson@telixpharma.com

Telix Investor Relations (Australia)

Ms. Charlene Jaw

Associate Director Investor
Relations

charlene.jaw@telixpharma.com

Telix Investor Relations (U.S.)

Ms. Annie Kasparian

Director Investor Relations and Corporate Communications

annie.kasparian@telixpharma.com

This announcement has been authorized for release by the Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited Board of Directors.  

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You should read this announcement together with our risk factors, as disclosed in our most recently filed reports with the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including our Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC, or on our website.

The information contained in this announcement is not intended to be an offer for subscription, invitation or recommendation with respect to securities of Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited (Telix) in any jurisdiction, including Australia, Singapore, and the United States. The information and opinions contained in this announcement are subject to change without notification. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Telix disclaims any obligation or undertaking to update or revise any information or opinions contained in this announcement, including any forward-looking statements (as referred to below), whether as a result of new information, future developments, a change in expectations or assumptions, or otherwise. No representation or warranty, express or implied, is made in relation to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained or opinions expressed in the course of this announcement.

This announcement may contain forward-looking statements, including within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that relate to anticipated future events, financial performance, plans, strategies or business developments. Forward-looking statements can generally be identified by the use of words such as “may”, “expect”, “intend”, “plan”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “outlook”, “forecast” and “guidance”, or the negative of these words or other similar terms or expressions. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on Telix’s good-faith assumptions as to the financial, market, regulatory and other risks and considerations that exist and affect Telix’s business and operations in the future and there can be no assurance that any of the assumptions will prove to be correct. In the context of Telix’s business, forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements about: the initiation, timing, progress, completion and results of Telix’s preclinical and clinical trials, and Telix’s research and development programs; Telix’s ability to advance product candidates into, enroll and successfully complete, clinical studies, including multi-national clinical trials; the timing or likelihood of regulatory filings and approvals for Telix’s product candidates, including TLX101-Px and  TLX250-Px, manufacturing activities and product marketing activities; Telix’s sales, marketing and distribution and manufacturing capabilities and strategies; the commercialization of Telix’s product candidates, if or when they have been approved; Telix’s ability to obtain an adequate supply of raw materials at reasonable costs for its products and product candidates; estimates of Telix’s expenses, future revenues and capital requirements; Telix’s financial performance; developments relating to Telix’s competitors and industry; the anticipated impact of U.S. and foreign tariffs and other macroeconomic conditions on Telix’s business, including as a result of war or other geopolitical conflicts; and the pricing and reimbursement of Telix’s product candidates, if and after they have been approved. Telix’s actual results, performance or achievements may be materially different from those which may be expressed or implied by such statements, and the differences may be adverse. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.

Neither this announcement nor any copy hereof may be taken into or distributed in the United States.

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Hong Kong Residential Market Remains Resilient Despite Geopolitical Tensions, with Primary and Secondary Transactions Buoyant

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Greater Central Grade A Office Rents Bottom Out, High Street Vacancies Continue to Fall

  • Residential Market: Market sentiment turned more positive after the Chinese New Year as purchasing power continued to be released. Strong primary market home sales also drove secondary market activity, with Q1 residential transaction numbers surging 53% y-o-y to more than 18,650 units. Home prices across different segments recorded growth, reflecting that buyer appetite has yet to be impacted by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
  • Grade A Office Market: Net absorption remained positive for the tenth consecutive quarter at 217,100 sq ft in Q1, mainly driven by leasing activity from the banking & finance sector. Greater Central rents have now bottomed out, strengthening by 5.5% q-o-q and supporting the city’s overall office rents to increase by 2.4% q-o-q.
  • Retail Market: Overall retail sales have continued to recover on the back of rising tourist arrivals. The average high street vacancy rate fell further to 4.2% in Q1, with tier-1 high streets in Causeway Bay and Central being fully occupied.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 April 2026 – Global real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield today held its Hong Kong Property Markets Q1 2026 Review and Outlook press conference. Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, Hong Kong’s residential market continued to perform resiliently, with both primary and secondary market transactions recording sustained growth. Total residential transaction numbers in Q1 rose by 9% q-o-q and 53% y-o-y. In the Grade A office market, net absorption reached 217,000 sq ft in Q1, driven by leasing demand from the banking & finance sector. However, rental performance continued to diverge between core and non-core submarkets, and the recovery was chiefly led by core areas. As for the retail sector, total retail sales continued to recover gently, supporting a further drop in the overall high street vacancy rate in Q1. Hong Kong Island outperformed the overall market, with rents in Central and Causeway Bay rising by 1.1% and 0.8% q-o-q, respectively.

Grade A office leasing market: Tenth consecutive quarter of positive net absorption, Greater Central rents continue to pick up

Sentiment in Hong Kong’s Grade A office market remained positive in Q1 2026 on the back of sustained demand from the banking & finance and insurance sectors. The quarterly total new leased area reached 866,000 sq ft, with the banking & finance and insurance sectors accounting for more than 70%. Citywide net absorption fell q-o-q to record 217,100 sq ft but remained positive for the 10th consecutive quarter.

Greater Central and Greater Tsimshatsui rental levels continued to pick up in Q1, by 5.5% and 0.4% q-o-q, respectively, driving the overall rental level up by 2.4% q-o-q to mark two consecutive quarters of rental growth for the first-time since Q1 2019. However, average rents in non-core submarkets continued to soften, suggesting the overall rental recovery is chiefly led by core areas in a two-tier market. As no new projects were completed in Q1, the overall availability rate remained broadly stable at around 20.0%, edging down by 0.3 percentage points q-o-q.

John Siu, Managing Director, Hong Kong, Cushman & Wakefield,said, “Looking ahead, despite the recent stock market volatility, leasing demand from the banking & finance sector is expected to remain a key pillar this year, underpinned by expectations that Hong Kong will remain the leading global IPO market in 2026, with more than 400 companies in the listing pipeline up to the end of March. Geopolitical developments in the Middle East may also prompt investors to review asset deployment strategies and reallocate capital to Hong Kong, potentially supporting demand from banking & finance and wealth management-related occupiers. We have revised our 2026 rental forecast for Greater Central to +6% to +8%, from the previous range of +2% to +4%. In turn, the citywide Grade A office rent forecast is also revised to +1% to +3% y-o-y in 2026, compared with a previous forecast of ±1%.”

Retail leasing market: Retail sales demonstrate resilience with the overall high street vacancy rate falling further to a new post-pandemic low

The Hong Kong retail market continued to demonstrate resilience in Q1 2026, supported by improved tourist arrivals and sustained local consumption sentiment, enabling the city’s overall retail sales for the January to February 2026 period to pick up by 11.8% y-o-y to record HK$72.4billion. Among major retail categories, the Jewellery & Watches sector led the market recovery with a notable 27.8% y-o-y increase, followed by the Medicines & Cosmetics and Fashion & Accessories sectors at 8.3% and 6.6% y-o-y, respectively. This suggests the ongoing recovery and strengthening of tourist-oriented business sectors.

The overall high street vacancy rate continued to trend downwards, standing at 4.2% in Q1, marking a new low since the pandemic. Across core retail districts, Hong Kong Island outperformed Kowloon, with high street shops in Causeway Bay and Central within our basket fully leased during the quarter. The vacancy rate in Tsimshatsui also dropped further to 7.1% in Q1, while Mongkok remained stable at 6.1%.

As for high street retail rental levels, recovery was also led by Hong Kong Island, with Central and Causeway Bay recording q-o-q increases of 1.1% and 0.8%, respectively. Mongkok high street retail rents picked up by 0.6% q-o-q, while a more affordable, mass-market tenant mix prompted Tsim Sha Tsui rental levels to move down by 1.1% q-o-q (Chart 2). Regarding the F&B sector, high availability continued to weigh on rents across districts, with Causeway Bay, Central, Tsimshatsui and Mongkok all recording declines within 1% q-o-q.

John Siucommented, “Retail leasing sentiment across districts remained positive in the first quarter, particularly on Hong Kong Island side. We anticipate Central and Causeway Bay to lead the rental level recovery, given Causeway Bay has continued to attract young locals and tourists, while Central has been benefitting from relatively stable high-end local consumption. On Kowloon side, Tsimshatsui and Mongkok are expected to see gradual absorption of vacant spaces if landlords are willing to offer reasonable asking rents. Looking ahead, the city’s retail market is poised for a positive recovery in 2026, yet we anticipate a gradual rental recovery rather than a rapid rebound. Supporting factors, including the wealth effect from the housing price recovery, are set to lift local consumption sentiment. The ongoing mega-event campaign, coupled with a stronger renminbi, is also expected to draw a promising influx of tourists, supporting greater foot traffic and tourist spending on high streets. Nevertheless, given the shift in consumption patterns and the entry of more affordable brands into high streets, overall rents are unlikely to see a rapid rebound in the near term. We maintain our forecast of a 2% to 3% increase in overall high street retail rents for 1H 2026.”

Residential market: Market transactions remain active amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, supporting home price rises across market segments

The Hong Kong residential market continued to gain momentum in Q1, driven by strong sales of primary projects and more active participation from potential buyers in the secondary market who have expedited purchase decisions. The ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have yet to exert a significant impact on Hong Kong residential market activity. Since March last year, the monthly number of residential sales and purchases agreements has exceeded 5,000 for 13 consecutive months, with February 2026 reaching close to 6,700 units. Total residential transactions in Q1 recorded approximately 18,650 units, up 53% y-o-y and 9% q-o-q (Chart 3). Strong sales at new launches saw primary market transactions take a 30% share of total transactions in the quarter.

Edgar Lai, Senior Director, Valuation and Advisory Services, Hong Kong, Cushman & Wakefield, highlighted, “Strong market activity continued to support home prices to trend upward in Q1 2026. According to the Rating and Valuation Department, as at February, the overall residential price index picked up by 2.6% in the first two months of the year. Meanwhile, our Cushman & Wakefield mid-and-small size units price index shows that home prices rose by around 5% in March from the end-2025 level. At the same time, our tracking of popular housing estates demonstrates that prices across different market segments maintained upward momentum throughout the quarter. Prices at City One Shatin, representing the mass market, rose 5.6% q-o-q, while prices at Taikoo Shing, representing the mid-market, strengthened by 8.6% q-o-q. Residence Bel-Air, representing the luxury segment, recorded a notable 7.1% q-o-q rise. At the same time, underpinned by housing needs from incoming talent, the residential rental index continued to trend up to hit a new record high. Coupled with interest rates now remaining at relatively low levels, investors have been encouraged to enter the market, while renters and potential buyers are expediting home ownership decisions.”

Rosanna Tang, Executive Director, Head of Research, Hong Kong, Cushman & Wakefield, added, “The city’s housing market largely sustained the strong momentum carried over from late-2025, with both transaction numbers and prices continuing to climb in Q1. Despite recent Middle East geopolitical tensions, the overall residential market has continued to demonstrate resilience, with the number of residential sale and purchase agreements exceeding 6,000 cases in both February and March. Looking ahead, more capital is expected to flow into Hong Kong as a safe haven, helping to keep local interbank rates at relatively low levels and providing support to the housing market. Moreover, our Verbal Enquiry index has now risen for three consecutive months, reflecting sustained positive sentiment in the Hong Kong residential market. We anticipate full-year transaction numbers in 2026 to reach 65,000 to 70,000 units. As for the home prices forecast, if geopolitical tensions in the Middle East ease in the near term, the impact on the Hong Kong residential market is likely to be limited, and we would expect full-year home prices to rise in a range of 7% to 10%. However, if tensions further escalate, uncertainty may weigh on interest rates and buyer confidence, with annual price growth to moderate to around the 5% mark.”

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Clodura.AI Launches Atlas, an AI-Native SDR that Replaces the Fragmented Outbound Stack

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Powered by continuously refreshed verified data across 600M+ contacts, Atlas unifies data, intelligence, and execution — delivering 8X industry reply rates and 40%+ open rates

PUNE, India, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The average sales rep manages more than six tools to run a single outbound sequence — and according to HubSpot, sellers overwhelmed by their tech stack are 43% less likely to hit quota. Clodura.AI today launched Atlas, an AI-native SDR that replaces that model by running inside a single unified platform, now available to 73,000+ sales professionals globally.

Clodura.AI Launches Atlas
Clodura.AI Launches Atlas

Despite significant AI investment, outbound execution has not improved at the structural level. Most AI solutions operate as overlays on the same broken architecture, generating template-based outreach on static or rented data. The stack underneath remained disconnected — and industry reply rates still sit at 0.5%.

Atlas was built to replace that model entirely. Sales teams run the complete outbound workflow — account identification, prospect research, original email generation, cadence structure, and campaign launch — inside one system, powered by live verified intelligence across 600M+ contacts and companies. Every prospect is researched individually. Every email is original. Every campaign is pre-tested across 250,000+ inboxes before a single real email sends, achieving 95% Primary inbox placement. Every sequence is reviewed by a human before going live.

Atlas campaigns deliver open rates above 40% and reply rates above 4% — against an industry average of below 10% and 0.5% respectively. An 8X improvement in the metric that matters most.

For Kapil Khangaonkar, who built Clodura.AI’s intelligence infrastructure over a decade before adding the AI execution layer, the results validate a single thesis: that the verified data foundation underneath — not the AI model on top — is what determines whether outbound works.

Kapil Khangaonkar, Founder and CEO of Clodura.AI, said, “Most AI SDR products generate template variations on top of limited or rented data, sitting on the same architecture that has always existed. Atlas replaces that model. It runs on live intelligence across hundreds of millions of verified contacts, executes the full outbound workflow in one system, and grounds every message in real context. That is what the results reflect.”

ABOUT CLODURA.AI

Clodura.AI is a GenAI-powered Go-to-Market platform, with a database of 600M+ verified contacts. The platform unifies data, intelligence, execution, verification, and deliverability into a single system. Atlas is available now at https://www.clodura.ai/atlas/.

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