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Cyble Ranks No. 576 on the 2026 Inc. 5000, as ARR More Than Triples in Just Over Two Years

 Recognition on One of the Most Prestigious Rankings of Fastest-Growing Private Companies Underscores Cyble’s Rise in AI-Native Cybersecurity

CUPERTINO, Calif., Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cyble, an AI-native cybersecurity company, today announced its inclusion on the 2026 Inc. 5000, ranking No. 576 among America’s fastest-growing private companies — one of the most prestigious rankings of privately held companies in the United States.

The recognition comes as Cyble’s annual recurring revenue (ARR) has more than tripled in just over two years, reflecting the scale of the vision driving Cyble forward. 

The Inc. 5000 honors privately held companies that have delivered extraordinary, sustained growth. For Cyble, that growth reflects a bigger ambition: redefining how the world manages cyber risk with intelligence that predicts, prioritizes, and acts. 

“Growing our ARR more than threefold in just over two years is proof that the world is moving toward AI-native security, and Cyble is leading that shift,” said Beenu Arora, Co-Founder and CEO of Cyble. “AI isn’t a feature bolted onto cybersecurity for us; it’s the foundation we built on from day one. We set out to build the AI-native platform the world will depend on for the next decade, and this recognition tells us we’re moving at the right speed, with the biggest chapters still ahead.”

Cyble’s growth is powered by a platform built entirely around AI-native intelligence, including Silicon Attested Endpoint Protection and agentic AI through Cyble Blaze AI, giving security teams verifiable evidence and the speed to act, not just more alerts to sift through. That philosophy is shaping how enterprises and government organizations worldwide approach risk, as Cyble expands its global footprint and deepens investment in the AI and automation defining the next generation of cybersecurity.

The No. 576 ranking marks a milestone on a much longer path — proof that Cyble’s rapid ARR growth and AI-native approach to security are resonating at scale, with the biggest ambitions still ahead.

View the full 2026 Inc. 5000 list at www.inc.com/inc5000.

About Cyble

Cyble is an AI-native cybersecurity company delivering unified risk intelligence and decision support to enterprises and government organizations worldwide. Its platform combines threat intelligence, digital risk protection, and security operations for real-time visibility and actionable insights.

About Inc.

Inc. is the leading media brand for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Its journalism informs, educates, and elevates the risk-takers and innovators creating the future of business. Inc. is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, alongside Fast Company. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

Public Interest Registry Announces 2026 .ORG Impact Awards Finalists Honoring Global Changemakers

35 innovative, mission-driven organizations and changemakers selected from over 4,200 applicants across 145 countries

For the first time, PIR recognizes ‘Honorable Mentions’ to celebrate organizations whose work stood out in an increasingly competitive applicant pool

RESTON, Va., Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Public Interest Registry (PIR), the people behind the .ORG domain, today announced the finalists for the 8th annual .ORG Impact Awards, recognizing 35 outstanding mission-driven individuals and organizations from around the world for their positive contributions to society. Selected from more than 4,200 submissions across 145 countries, this year’s finalists represent the very best of the growing .ORG Community — from changemakers championing environmental stewardship and hunger relief to those expanding access to quality education and strengthening communities.

For the first time, PIR will also recognize Honorable Mentions as part of the .ORG Impact Awards, providing additional recognition for organizations whose innovative and impactful work stood out among an increasingly competitive pool of applicants. This new recognition reflects both the growth of the awards and the extraordinary range of work happening across the .ORG Community.

“We’re proud to announce this year’s .ORG Impact Awards finalists and excited to recognize an even broader group of changemakers through our new Honorable Mentions,” said Jon Nevett, President and CEO of Public Interest Registry. “The continued growth of the .ORG Impact Awards reflects the incredible breadth of mission-driven work happening around the world. Selected from our most competitive applicant pool to date, we are honored to spotlight these 35 finalists whose dedication, creativity and commitment are helping build stronger communities and create positive change across the globe.”

This year’s finalists represent the top five entries across seven award categories:

  • Community Building
  • Quality Education for All
  • Environmental Stewardship
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Health and Healing
  • Hunger and Poverty
  • Rising Star (leaders under 30 making a difference in their communities)

Each finalist will receive a $2,500 USD donation and will be eligible to win the prestigious .ORG of the Year award, which includes a donation totaling $50,000 USD. Other category winners will each receive a $10,000 USD award. Beyond the donation, receiving a .ORG Impact Award will help raise the profile of winning organizations — driving donations, funding, talent acquisition, partnership development, and increasing audience reach.

Honorable Mention organizations will receive a $1,000 USD award and a feature on PIR’s website in the coming weeks.

Public Interest Registry will announce award recipients during an invitation-only ceremony in Washington, D.C., on October 6, 2026 that will bring together finalists, nonprofit leaders and members of the global .ORG Community for an evening celebrating the people and organizations driving meaningful change.

Emmy-winning television host, author and activist Karamo will host this year’s ceremony, helping spotlight the accomplishments of the finalists and celebrate the impact of mission-driven organizations worldwide. Karamo is best known as the culture expert from Netflix’s Queer Eye and is the founder of The Talented Twelve, a private philanthropic fund that funds individual scholarships, grants, and community-level initiatives for African American high school graduates and college freshmen in need of emergency funds. He has long advocated for inclusion, empathy and personal growth, and has worked to advance policies benefiting LGBTQ+ youth and their allies.

“Some of the most powerful change in the world starts with people who choose to show up for their communities every single day, often without recognition or fanfare,” said Karamo. “The .ORG Impact Awards shine a light on these incredible individuals and organizations, and I’m honored to help share their stories and celebrate the passion, purpose and impact behind their work.”

The full list of finalists is available below. For more information about the 2026 .ORG Impact Awards, visit www.orgimpactawards.org.

2026 .ORG Impact Award Finalists

Community Building

AzuKo
azuko.org
AzuKo works alongside women and their families, in Bangladesh and the UK, to build homes that last. They design with communities, not for them – turning housing poverty into homes families can thrive in.

Love Binti International
us.lovebinti.org
Love Binti International is a global NGO dedicated to creating sustainable, community-led solutions to the socio-economic and environmental challenges faced by women and girls in rural African communities.

One Village Partners
onevillagepartners.org
One Village Partners enhances collective wellbeing across Sierra Leone by partnering with communities to develop sustainable, locally led solutions that strengthen leadership, economic opportunity, and long-term wellbeing.

The Sparkle Foundation
thesparklefoundation.org
The Sparkle Foundation Malawi is a locally led NGO based in Sogoja Village, Zomba, working to break the cycle of poverty by strengthening the whole community around each child through sustainable, community-led programs that expand access to education, healthcare, nutrition, and economic opportunity.

TECHO
techo.org
TECHO is a youth-led organization working in Latin America’s informal settlements, mobilizing volunteers and communities to overcome poverty through housing, civic engagement, and community-building programs that promote dignity and social justice.

Quality Education for All 

Ideas Beyond Borders
ideasbeyondborders.org
Ideas Beyond Borders equips individuals and communities across the Middle East and Afghanistan with the information, skills, and resources to build a freer and more prosperous future.

Markoding
markoding.org
Markoding is an Indonesian nonprofit that uses technology and innovation to expand access to quality education, equipping women, youth, and children with digital skills that create pathways to education and employment.

Native Forward Scholars Fund
nativeforward.org
Native Forward Scholars Fund is the largest provider of direct scholarships to Native students in the United States, having awarded over $350 million in scholarships to over 22,000 Native students from all 50 states and more than 500 Tribes since 1969.

Style Her Empowered (SHE)
styleherempowered.org
Style Her Empowered is a nonprofit that partners with communities across West Africa to expand educational opportunities for girls and create dignified employment for women through their innovative School Uniforms that Grow, helping build sustainable pathways out of poverty.

UmRio/OneRio
umrio.org
UmRio/OneRio works to end intergenerational poverty in Brazil by using rugby as a platform to connect children, young people, and families with education, healthcare, employability, and social support that create lasting opportunities for personal and community development.

Environmental Stewardship 

Friends of Tonga
friendsoftonga.org
Friends of Tonga is a volunteer-led nonprofit that partners with local organizations across the Kingdom of Tonga to advance education, environmental stewardship, human development, and disaster resilience while fostering cultural exchange and lasting community connections.

Fruity Schools Africa
fruityschoolsafrica.org
Fruity Schools Africa, through its Little Gardens of Eden initiative, grows fruit trees in schools and communities to improve children’s access to nutritious food, create green employment opportunities, support climate action, and build healthier, more sustainable communities.

Lwiro Primates Rehabilitation Center
lwiroprimates.org
Lwiro Primates Rehabilitation Center protects and rehabilitates orphaned primates rescued from poachers and wildlife traffickers in the Democratic Republic of Congo, while advancing wildlife conservation, research, and environmental education.

Ripple Africa
rippleafrica.org
Ripple Africa works with communities in Malawi to improve the environment and local livelihoods through conservation initiatives, sustainable resource management, education, and community-led development programs.

Ulinzi Africa Foundation
uafkenya.org
Ulinzi Africa Foundation protects some of Kenya’s most geographically isolated and vulnerable ecosystems in Tana Delta and Lamu by conserving biodiversity, safeguarding critical wildlife habitats, and working with local communities to address poaching, extractive industry impacts and human-wildlife conflict.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Boys Champions Foundation
boyschampions.org
Boys Champions engages boys and men across Nigeria through community and school-based programming, sports, and fellowships to promote caring masculinity, mental health, and gender equality, reaching more than 26,000 participants and helping shift the norms and behaviors that drive exclusion, inequality, and harm.

Found in Translation
found-in-translation.org
Found in Translation trains low-income bilingual women as medical interpreters, advancing health equity and economic mobility in underserved communities.

Nadia’s Initiative
nadiasinitiative.org
Nadia’s Initiative is a survivor-led organization working to end conflict-related sexual violence, advance justice and accountability for survivors, and support the long-term recovery of communities affected by conflict.

The Special Youth Leadership Foundation
thespecialfoundation.org
The Special Youth Leadership Foundation is a Nigerian nonprofit founded in 2018 that empowers underserved children and young people through education, leadership development, and opportunities that help ensure no child is left behind, regardless of socioeconomic circumstances.

Transfrontier Africa
transfrontierafrica.org
Transfrontier Africa works to protect wild places in and around the Greater Kruger by strengthening ecosystems and empowering women and local communities through conservation, education, and sustainable development.

Health and Healing

E-Blood Bank Makila
e-bloodbank.org
Inspired by the loss of its founder’s mother due to the lack of timely access to blood, E-BLOOD is improving access to emergency healthcare in the Democratic Republic of the Congo through a real-time platform that connects hospitals, blood banks, donors, pharmacies, and laboratories to quickly locate and coordinate lifesaving blood and other essential medical supplies.

Emilio Nares Foundation
enfhope.org
The Emilio Nares Foundation partners with families of children facing cancer and other life-threatening illnesses by providing comprehensive resources that foster healing, strength, and hope so no family faces a child’s diagnosis alone.

Hope To Walk
hopetowalk.org
Hope to Walk provides low-cost prosthetic legs and prosthetic training programs to help amputees in underserved communities abroad regain mobility, independence and the ability to walk.

Preterm Infants Parents Network Uganda
preterminfantsnetworkuganda.org
Preterm Infants Parents Network Uganda is a parent-led nonprofit that empowers families of preterm babies through education, peer support, psychosocial care, and advocacy while partnering with healthcare providers to improve survival and long-term outcomes for premature infants across Uganda.

Unchained At Last
unchainedatlast.org
Unchained At Last is a survivor-led nonprofit organization dedicated to ending forced and child marriage in the United States through direct services and systems change.

Hunger and Poverty

Acceso
acceso.org
Acceso is a nonprofit social enterprise working to transform rural livelihoods through a scalable, market-based model that connects smallholder farmers to support within their own communities.

Food4Education Foundation
food4education.org
Food4Education works to ensure no child has to learn hungry by partnering with governments and communities across Africa to build locally rooted, financially sustainable school feeding systems that nourish children and strengthen local economies.

Global Fund for Widows
globalfundforwidows.org
Global Fund for Widows supports widows and female heads of households to overcome poverty through entrepreneurship, access to capital, skills training, and legal education.

HERVeg.05
herveg.org
HERVeg.05 combats malnutrition in rural Tanzania by promoting sustainable agriculture, empowering farmers, and providing nutritious, chemical-free food solutions that improve health and livelihoods.

Upaya Social Ventures
upayasv.org
Upaya Social Ventures is an impact investing nonprofit that supports early-stage businesses across India to create dignified, sustainable jobs for people living in extreme poverty, helping build more inclusive communities and economies.

Rising Stars 

Dr. Adriana Viola Miranda, 1000 Days Fund
1000daysfund.org
1000 Days Fund empowers communities across Indonesia to give every child a healthy start during the first 1,000 days of life by advancing maternal and child health, preventing stunting, and strengthening community health systems.

Jovany Florvil, Educare Now
educarenow.org
Educare Now expands access to education, STEM, and sustainable community development in Haiti, Uganda, and Tanzania, empowering children and young people to become the next generation of leaders and innovators.

Razel Suansing, Klima Education International Incorporated
klimaintl.org
Klima answers a climate curriculum written in English, overly scientific, and authored elsewhere: it teaches Filipino children comprehensive climate education from a deck of cards in their own language, equips them to build funded solutions for their own communities, and carries what they build into national policy.

Robyn Mijares, Grow School Philippines
growschoolglobal.org
Grow School Philippines, a nonprofit organization and the country’s first bamboo farm school that provides free accessible environmental and agricultural education that equips public school youth across the Philippines with the knowledge and skills to transform hunger into opportunities for learning, growth, and lasting change.

Smart Israel, Smartel
smartelco.org
Smartel restores degraded land and protects biodiversity by deploying smart, soil-free hydroponic systems that enable communities in climate-vulnerable regions to grow food sustainably without degraded land, chemical fertilizers or excessive water use.

.ORG of The Year

The 2026 .ORG Impact Award, .ORG of the Year, recognizes an outstanding nonprofit or nongovernmental organization nominated in one of the seven categories for their incredible achievement in the past year as evidenced by results and contributions to their sector, constituents, community or society at large. The winner will be announced on October 6.

About Public Interest Registry
Public Interest Registry (PIR) is a nonprofit that operates the .ORG top-level domain—one of the world’s largest generic top-level domains with more than 12 million domain names registered worldwide. .ORG is open to everyone, providing a global platform for organizations, associations, clubs, businesses and individuals to bring their ideas to life. PIR has been a champion for a free and open Internet for two decades with a clear mission to be an exemplary domain name registry, provide a trusted digital identity and help educate those who dedicate themselves to improving our world. PIR was founded by the Internet Society (internetsociety.org) in 2002 and is based in Reston, Virginia, USA. Visit www.pir.org for more information.

Media contact: pir@berlinrosen.com

Compal Opens Daxi AI Server Manufacturing Center, Strengthening Its Global AI Manufacturing Footprint

TAOYUAN, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Compal Electronics (Compal; TWSE: 2324) today held the opening ceremony for its Daxi AI Server Manufacturing Center, officially launching next-generation AI server manufacturing capacity. The facility marks a significant milestone in Compal’s global AI manufacturing strategy and reinforces its commitment to strengthening its role in the global AI supply chain.


The ceremony was hosted by Compal Chairman Ray Chen and attended by distinguished guests including Taoyuan City Mayor Simon Chang, Taoyuan City Council Speaker Chiu Yi-Sheng, Legislator Chiu Jo-Hua, Taoyuan City Councilors Lee Po-Fang and Liang Wei-Chao, and Taoyuan City Department of Economic Development Director Chang Cheng, who joined together to celebrate this important milestone. Their presence underscores Compal’s long-term commitment to Taiwan and its determination to further strengthen its strategic position within the global AI supply chain.

As demand for AI, high-performance computing (HPC), and large-scale data centers continues to grow rapidly, global demand for AI servers is also accelerating. To capitalize on these opportunities, Compal has been actively expanding its AI server R&D and manufacturing capabilities. In May this year, the Company announced its investment in the Daxi facility, including property acquisition, facility upgrades, and the deployment of advanced manufacturing equipment, with a total investment of NT$4.03 billion.

The launch of the Daxi Manufacturing Center will further enhance Compal’s competitiveness in AI server manufacturing, supply chain resilience, and global fulfillment capabilities.

The Daxi facility occupies approximately 7,654 square meters of land with a total floor area of approximately 21,706 square meters. The site will focus on the production of AI server systems (L10) and rack-level solutions (L11) and is expected to begin contributing revenue progressively starting in the 4Q 2026. With the addition of the Daxi Manufacturing Center, Compal’s AI server system production capacity is expected to double, while adding new rack manufacturing capabilities to support the growing demand for AI servers and data center infrastructure.

The Daxi AI Server Manufacturing Center will incorporate Compal’s proprietary liquid-cooling technology and focus on rack-level system integration, advanced cooling technologies, and high-density AI infrastructure manufacturing capabilities. These technologies are designed to address the increasing demands for higher power consumption, greater computing density, and enhanced reliability in AI server deployments, while delivering more stable and energy-efficient solutions for customers.

From a global manufacturing perspective, the Daxi Manufacturing Center will complement Compal’s existing production sites in Taiwan, Vietnam, and the United States. Through this coordinated manufacturing network, Compal will offer customers greater regional manufacturing flexibility, enhanced order support, and improved global delivery capabilities to meet the increasingly diverse supply chain requirements of AI customers worldwide.

Ray Chen, Chairman of Compal Electronics stated: “Compal is accelerating its transformation into an AI-centric company. In the AI server market, our customer base has expanded from traditional PC ODM customers into the NeoCloud, which has become a key driver of the rapid growth of our server business this year. Going forward, we will further expand our presence among Hyperscaler and Enterprise customers.” He further added, “AI is changing the world, and manufacturing capability will determine who can truly turn AI into reality. The opening of the Daxi Manufacturing Center is not only an expansion of our production capacity, but also a meaningful enhancement of Compal’s overall capabilities across the AI supply chain. Combined with the planned full-scale ramp-up of our Texas facility in the United States next year, we are highly confident in the growth momentum of our AI server business in 2027.”

About Compal

Founded in 1984, Compal is a leading manufacturer in the notebook and smart device industry, creating brand value in collaboration with various sectors. Its groundbreaking product designs have received numerous international awards. In 2025, Compal was recognized by CommonWealth Magazine as one of Taiwan’s top 7 manufacturers and has consistently ranked among the Forbes Global 2000 companies. In recent years, Compal has actively developed emerging businesses, including cloud servers, auto electronics, and smart medical, leveraging its integrated hardware and software R&D and manufacturing capabilities to create relevant solutions. More information, please visit https://www.compal.com 

GARVEE Launches 10% Off Seasonal Promotion and Reveals Three Home & Outdoor Living Trends for Late Summer and Early Autumn 2026

From outdoor family spaces to cozy interiors and smarter home organization, GARVEE highlights how German households can prepare their living spaces for the seasonal transition.


ONTARIO, CANADA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 August 2026 – GARVEE, a lifestyle brand offering home, garden and outdoor products, has launched a 10% OFF seasonal promotion while highlighting three key living trends for late summer and early autumn 2026 in Germany. Customers can use the discount code GARVEEDE10 at checkout through December 31, 2026.

Trend 1: The Outdoor Living Room – Relaxation and Family Time in the Garden

Late summer keeps the garden at the heart of family life. Families enjoy sunlight reasonably by using parasols with 360° rotation and stepless tilt adjustments. Paired with ergonomic outdoor furniture, such as rattan egg swing chairs or rocking chairs—patios transform into peaceful sanctuaries.

For young kids, the action stays outdoors as well: rugged kids’ electric ride-ons—ranging from adventurous off-road vehicles to sleek electric sports cars—bring playful driving excitement to lawns and pathways, while parents maintain full control via wireless remote controls.

Trend 2: Cozy Indoor Aesthetics and Hospitable Social Spaces

As autumn brings coolness, life shifts indoors. Compact coffee machines bring an authentic café experience into your kitchen while saving space.

At the same time, flexibility for spontaneous guests takes center stage. 360° swivel bar stools create conversation spots, while space-saving folding chairs offer instant seating that stores away discreetly.

Trend 3: Structuring the Space: Garage, Gardening, and Barrier-Free Mobility

Early autumn is ideal for maintenance and organization. Modular trolley toolboxes with off-road wheels bring order to garages, while heavy-duty, weather-resistant aluminum storage boxes provide thief-resistant security outdoors.

Thoughtful solutions are also emerging in farming and accessibility: 10-compartment galvanized steel chicken nesting boxes with automatic roll-away egg protection simplify poultry care. Meanwhile, non-slip aluminum loading ramps with reflective strips safely bridge steps and trunks for wheelchairs, strollers, and garden carts.

Hashtag: #GARVEE

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

About Garvee

GARVEE is a lifestyle brand dedicated to enhancing everyday life through a diverse catalog of home, garden, and outdoor products. It is committed to providing durable, affordable, and family-friendly solutions that turn every corner of your home into a space where you can truly relax and thrive, making every day feel just a little more effortless.

ICANN Publishes Guidance to Help Prepare for the October 2026 Root KSK Rollover

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) today published updated guidance to help members of the global Internet community understand the potential impact of the Root Zone Key Signing Key (KSK) rollover scheduled for 11 October 2026. The guide, What to Expect During the Root KSK Rollover, describes the potential effects on Domain Name System Security Extensions-validating resolvers, what affected users may experience, and how resolver operators can identify and address failures. 

Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/icann/9384251-en-icann-guidance-to-prepare-for-october-2026-root-ksk-rollover  

The guide, available in all six United Nations languages and Portuguese, builds on experience from the 2018 rollover and explains what operators should expect before, during, and after the rollover. It includes recommendations for preparing systems, explains automated trust anchor updates, identifies when manual action may be required, and answers common operational questions.

The root KSK is the cryptographic key that secures the Domain Name System (DNS) root zone through DNSSEC. Periodically replacing this key is a standard security practice that helps maintain the long-term security and resilience of the Internet’s naming system.

On 11 October 2026, the new root KSK (KSK-2024) will become the active key used to sign the root zone.

The rollover is designed to minimize impact for Internet users and organizations that have properly configured DNSSEC validation. Organizations operating DNSSEC-validating recursive resolvers, DNS software vendors, and operators with manually configured trust anchors should confirm their systems are prepared before 11 October.

ICANN supports the technical community through updated documentation, FAQs, instructional videos, webinars, technical presentations, and direct engagement with network operators, Internet service providers, governments, and other stakeholders.

“The root KSK rollover is an important part of maintaining the security and resilience of the DNS,” said Kim Davies, Vice President, IANA Services, and President, PTI. “Helping organizations prepare, verify their systems, and take any necessary actions before the rollover is essential to ensuring its success. We hope that by providing clear guidance and engaging with the technical community will assist in readiness.”

Organizations operating DNSSEC-validating recursive resolvers should review the guidance, verify their systems configurations, and complete any necessary testing before 11 October 2026. The guide and additional technical resources are available on ICANN’s Root Zone KSK Rollover webpage and the IANA website.

About ICANN

ICANN’s mission is to help ensure a stable, secure, and unified global Internet. To reach another person on the Internet, you need to type an address – a name or a number – into your computer or other device. That address must be unique so computers know where to find each other. ICANN helps coordinate and support these unique identifiers across the world. ICANN was formed in 1998 as a nonprofit public benefit corporation with a community of participants from all over the world.

Green SM launches customer feedback programme, reaffirming its commitment to enhancing service quality


JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 August 2026 – Green SM has officially launched the “Green SM Is Listening” program across Indonesia as part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing service quality and delivering an even better customer experience. Through the program, Green SM aims to establish a new benchmark for ride-hailing service standards, with a focus on greater transparency, consistency, and reliability across Indonesia.

Green SM has officially launched the "Green SM Is Listening" program across Indonesia as part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing service quality and delivering an even better customer experience.
Green SM has officially launched the “Green SM Is Listening” program across Indonesia as part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing service quality and delivering an even better customer experience.

Starting August 2026, the “Green SM Is Listening” program will be rolled out nationwide, further reinforcing the role of customers in shaping and raising service standards in line with Green SM’s previously announced “5 Green Promises” service commitment.

Through the program, customers are invited to submit feedback, report unsatisfactory experiences, or share suggestions for improvement via Green SM’s official email address at listening.id@greensm.com. To support the verification process, customers are encouraged to include relevant photos or supporting documents where applicable. Feedback may cover every stage of the service experience, including pick-up and drop-off, vehicle condition, safety, and driver conduct.

Green SM’s dedicated team will review, verify, classify, and respond to all submissions as quickly as possible. Every case will be assessed based on available data, supporting materials, and relevant evidence to help the company continuously improve its service quality and customer experience.

Customers whose verified feedback contributes to improving service quality will be eligible to receive appreciation rewards ranging from IDR 300,000 to IDR 5,000,000. Any additional recognition will be provided at Green SM’s discretion and in accordance with its applicable policies. Alongside the launch of the customer feedback program, Green SM has also updated its Driver Code of Conduct, incorporated into its partnership agreements with driver-partners, reflecting shared standards for professionalism and behavior to support consistent service quality across the network.

Through this pioneering initiative, coupled with meaningful appreciation rewards, Green SM aims to encourage customers to actively contribute to the continuous improvement of its services. The program reflects not only the company’s customer-first mindset and willingness to listen, but also its commitment to continuously strengthening service standard in line with its partnership agreement, raise service standards across the industry, and foster the continued development of the entire GSM ecosystem.

Deny Tjia, Managing Director of Green SM Indonesia, said: “We believe that how a company responds when a customer’s experience falls short of expectations is one of the fastest and most effective ways to build trust. Through the ‘Green SM Is Listening’ program, we are turning customer feedback into opportunities to further enhance our service standards while promoting a transparent and fair process. This initiative reflects our long-term commitment to building a safe, reliable, and responsible mobility service in Indonesia.”

Nearly two years after entering the Indonesian market, Green SM has expanded its presence to five major cities, including Jakarta, Bali, Surabaya, Makassar, and Bandar Lampung, steadily building an integrated all-electric mobility network across key urban centers. Today, Green SM serves millions of all-electric trips each day, not only meeting growing mobility demand but also contributing to higher service standards across the market, creating a positive impact on urban transportation while accelerating Indonesia’s green transition.

Green SM welcomes and is committed to receiving all customer feedbacks, with appreciation gifts offered for contributions related to:

  1. Service quality issues and driver professionalism, including inappropriate communication, uniform violations, passenger pick-up and drop-off issues, vehicle condition, and assistance in the event of incidents;
  2. Incorrect fare calculation and payment issues, including unauthorized charges, incorrect toll fees or other additional charges, and requests for cash payments or tips;
  3. Safety and integrity issues, including harassment, threats, the use of alcohol or prohibited substances, fraud, and theft;
  4. Failure to safeguard customer privacy and property, including unauthorized recording, dissemination of images, or misappropriation of customer property;
  5. Application and system issues, as well as suggestions for improving service quality.

With a commitment to reviewing all feedback and reports through a transparent and objective process that respects the rights and interests of all parties, Green SM will provide an initial response within two hours of receiving customer feedback.

Hashtag: #GreenSM

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

SPECTRUM BUSINESS RECEIVES FROST & SULLIVAN’S 2026 NORTH AMERICA COMPETITIVE STRATEGY LEADERSHIP RECOGNITION FOR EXCELLENCE IN DEDICATED INTERNET ACCESS STRATEGY EXECUTION

Recognized for its disciplined network strategy, enterprise-focused execution, and differentiated performance, Spectrum Business’ Dedicated Fiber Internet offering is driven by scale, simplicity, and customer-centric innovation

Spectrum Business has won this award in three of the last five years

SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In a connectivity market defined by escalating enterprise demands and continuous network transformation, Spectrum Business has distinguished itself through a disciplined and execution-focused approach to dedicated internet access (DIA) delivery. Frost & Sullivan has recognized the Company with the 2026 North America Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition in Dedicated Internet Access for its ability to use its extensive network scale to deliver reliable performance, respond quickly to business needs and provide streamlined service.

Frost & Sullivan evaluates companies through a rigorous benchmarking process across two core strategy dimensions: effectiveness and execution. Spectrum Business excelled in both, demonstrating its ability to align long-term network investments with enterprise demand for high-capacity, low-latency, and SLA-backed connectivity.

“Spectrum Business executed a highly effective strategy by aligning network scale, product simplicity, and customer-centric execution to gain measurable momentum in the mid- and large enterprise segments,” said Leandro Agion, Industry Director, Frost & Sullivan.

Spectrum Business is growing by expanding its infrastructure, improving efficiency and focusing on enterprise customers. This strategy has strengthened its position with multi-location businesses that need reliable performance and fast setup. Its nationwide fiber network — with over 325,000 fiber-lit buildings, extensive direct connections and high-capacity infrastructure — gives it a key advantage in delivering scalable Dedicated Fiber Internet (DFI) services across the U.S.

“Frost & Sullivan’s Competitive Strategy Leadership award for Dedicated Internet Access highlights how our team keeps businesses connected and ready for whatever comes their way,” said Keith Dardis, Executive Vice President for Spectrum Business. “When Internet service is reliable and scalable, it means our customers can spend more time focusing on what matters: their business.”

Spectrum Business’ customer experience model further strengthens its competitive positioning. The Company emphasizes understanding customer needs, building the right solutions, and delivering services on a clear, reliable timeline with support from dedicated account teams. As a result, customers benefit from a smoother onboarding process, clear visibility into delivery timing, and ongoing support after launch, helping ensure reliable service and business continuity in complex environments.

In addition, Spectrum Business’ service assurance framework plays a critical role in differentiating its DFI proposition. Industry-leading service level agreements, including installation timeline of as little as 24 hours, rapid restoration targets, and end-to-end coverage extending to the customer environment, reinforce reliability for mission-critical operations. This is complemented by 24/7 support from the Company’s 100% U.S.-based employees and proactive service monitoring, which enables businesses to maintain continuity across distributed operations.

Frost & Sullivan commends Spectrum Business for its disciplined execution of a connectivity strategy that effectively balances scale, performance, and commercial efficiency. The company’s continued investment in fiber infrastructure and enterprise-focused service integration positions it as a key enabler of digital transformation across U.S. markets.

Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition to organizations that demonstrate superior strategy development and execution, resulting in measurable improvements in market positioning, customer value creation, and sustained competitive advantage. The recognition highlights companies that are redefining industry standards through innovation-led growth and operational excellence.

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Hansgrohe Group Celebrates 125 Years of Innovation

Chief Sales Officer Visits Hong Kong, Partners with VSC Building Products Company Limited to Mark a New Chapter


Championing Design Excellence, Innovation and Sustainable Water Technologies

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 August 2026 Hansgrohe Group, one of the world’s leading premium bathroom and kitchen brands, celebrates its 125th anniversary with an official visit to Hong Kong by Christophe Gourlan, Member of the Executive Board and Chief Sales Officer of Hansgrohe Group. As a key stop in the Group’s Asia anniversary programme, the visit reaffirms Hansgrohe’s long-term commitment to the Hong Kong market and formally introduces VSC Building Products Company Limited as the brand’s newly authorised distributor in Hong Kong, marking the beginning of a new phase of growth and collaboration.

Mr. Christophe Gourlan, Chief Sales Officer and Member of the Executive Board of Hansgrohe Group (third from left); Mr. Stefan Liebl, Head of Sales, APAC of Hansgrohe (second from left); Mr. Martin Low, Managing Director of Hansgrohe (first from left); Mr. Patrick Lau, Executive Director of Hong Kong Shanghai Alliance Holdings Limited (third from right); Mr. Victor Wong, Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer of Hong Kong Shanghai Alliance Holdings Limited (second from right); and Mr. Alan Siu, Managing Director of VSC Greater China (first from right), officiated at the ribbon-cutting ceremony during the cocktail reception, witnessing this important moment together.
Mr. Christophe Gourlan, Chief Sales Officer and Member of the Executive Board of Hansgrohe Group (third from left); Mr. Stefan Liebl, Head of Sales, APAC of Hansgrohe (second from left); Mr. Martin Low, Managing Director of Hansgrohe (first from left); Mr. Patrick Lau, Executive Director of Hong Kong Shanghai Alliance Holdings Limited (third from right); Mr. Victor Wong, Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer of Hong Kong Shanghai Alliance Holdings Limited (second from right); and Mr. Alan Siu, Managing Director of VSC Greater China (first from right), officiated at the ribbon-cutting ceremony during the cocktail reception, witnessing this important moment together.

The anniversary celebrations in Hong Kong also mark a significant milestone for the premium hansgrohe brand locally — the grand opening of a dedicated hansgrohe display at the VSC A&D Centre, located at 1/F, East Town Building, 41 Lockhart Road, Wanchai. The newly unveiled showroom showcases multiple award-winning collections and the latest innovations, offering architects, designers, developers and consumers an immersive experience of the brand philosophy: “Life is Waterful.”

125 Years of Heritage: Where Design Meets Innovation

Founded in 1901 in Schiltach, Germany, in the Black Forest, Hansgrohe has evolved from a small workshop into a globally renowned premium brand with a presence in over 150 countries. For 125 years, the company has been synonymous with German engineering excellence, technological innovation and award-winning design, earning prestigious international accolades including the iF Design Award, Red Dot Design Award and German Design Award.

Among its most iconic and celebrated product innovations are:

Raindance series, including the new Raindance Alive, redefining showering with distinctive spray technology and elegant aesthetics;
Rainfinity, offering a new dimension of immersive showering with ultra-soft PowderRain spray and avant-garde design;
Pulsify, a compact shower solution ideal for urban living, featuring water-saving PowderRain technology;
Finoris faucet collection, equipped with a pull-out spray and dual spray modes, combining flexibility with contemporary design;
Kitchen innovations such as Talis M54 and Metris M71, enhancing kitchen functionality with precision engineering and premium materials.

Hansgrohe’s pioneering technologies include Select technology, enabling intuitive control of water flow at the touch of a button, alongside sustainability-driven innovations such as EcoSmart, AirPower and CoolStart, significantly reducing water and energy consumption without compromising comfort.

Under its ambitious “ECO 2030” initiative, Hansgrohe aims to equip all products with water-saving technologies by 2030, embedding sustainability at the core of product development.

Today, approximately 200 employees worldwide are dedicated to research, development and innovation management. The Group operates innovation centres in the Black Forest and, since 2023, in Shanghai, strengthening localisation and responsiveness to the China and Asia-Pacific markets. Products launched within the past three years account for approximately 30% of the Group’s total revenue — a testament to its dynamic innovation pipeline and market competitiveness.

Deepening Presence in Hong Kong: A New Milestone with VSC

Looking ahead, the collaboration between Hansgrohe and VSC will focus on enhancing customer touchpoints and brand visibility across Hong Kong. Key initiatives include strengthening point-of-sale presentation, elevating experiential showroom displays, and supporting trade partners through comprehensive product training, marketing activations and after-sales excellence.

VSC has also outlined a strategic development plan encompassing showroom enhancements, PR and digital marketing campaigns, product portfolio alignment and sales team training, reinforcing the brand’s position in Hong Kong’s high-end residential and commercial project segments.

Commenting on the occasion, Mr. Christophe Gourlan, Member of the Executive Board and Chief Sales Officer of Hansgrohe Group, said:

“Hong Kong remains an important market for Hansgrohe, and our 125th anniversary is a meaningful moment to reaffirm our long-term commitment to the region. With VSC as our new authorised distributor for the hansgrohe brand, we are strengthening our ability to bring premium German quality, innovation and sustainable water experiences closer to customers, designers and trade professionals. We also deeply appreciate the continued support of our long-term partners, including H2O, as we build the next chapter of Hansgrohe’s growth in Hong Kong together.”

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About Hansgrohe

Founded in 1901 in the Black Forest, Germany, Hansgrohe stands for holistic bathroom and kitchen experiences that combine water- and energy-saving technologies, intelligent functionality and long-lasting quality. With timeless design and innovative premium products, the brand supports sustainable lifestyles and transforms everyday water routines into extraordinary experiences.

About VSC Building Products Company Limited

Established in 1997, VSC Building Products Company Limited specialises in supplying sanitary ware, fittings and kitchen cabinet solutions for commercial buildings, shopping malls, hotels, hospitals, residential developments and airports. The company provides free consultation and design services, logistics coordination, technical support and kitchen installation.

In April 2013, VSC opened its first Architectural & Design Centre in Hong Kong. The company has also recently introduced integrated Smart Toilet IoT solutions, enhancing both user experience and property management efficiency.

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1/F, East Town Building, 41 Lockhart Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
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