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Hiboy C1 E-Bike Lands at Costco Stores

GLENDORA, Calif., March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Electric mobility brand Hiboy is making a bigger move into physical retail. The company’s compact commuter e-bike, the Hiboy C1, is now appearing in select Costco warehouse locations across the United States, and members can currently find it.

Hiboy C1 E-Bike Lands at Costco Stores with a 20% Discount
Hiboy C1 E-Bike Lands at Costco Stores with a 20% Discount

For a brand that first built its reputation online, the Costco rollout signals a broader shift toward traditional retail shelves. It also puts the Hiboy C1 in front of a much wider audience of everyday riders who may be encountering electric bikes for the first time during a routine warehouse visit.

From Online Mobility Brand to Warehouse Aisles

Costco has become an increasingly interesting place to spot e-bikes lately. Alongside everything from bulk groceries to patio furniture, the warehouse giant has quietly expanded its selection of personal mobility products.

For Hiboy, getting a product onto those warehouse floors is no small feat. Costco is known for a tightly controlled product lineup, often carrying only a handful of models in each category. That means every item must pass internal evaluations around reliability, value, and customer demand.

The appearance of the Hiboy C1 suggests the retailer sees growing interest in affordable electric transportation, particularly bikes designed for short daily trips and city commuting.

Hiboy has been steadily expanding its retail footprint in recent years. In addition to Costco, the brand’s scooters and e-bikes can also be found through national retailers like Best Buy and Walmart, signaling a shift from a purely digital brand toward broader mainstream distribution.

20% OFF: A Lower Entry Price for Costco Members

For Costco shoppers, the new listing also comes with a price advantage. The Hiboy C1 is currently offered with a 20% discount, bringing the commuter-focused e-bike into a price range that’s attractive for riders curious about trying electric transportation without committing to a high-end model.

That combination, warehouse availability plus a reduced price, is often how many first-time riders end up purchasing their first e-bike.

And unlike online orders, warehouse availability means some customers may be able to pick one up and ride it home the same day.

The Hiboy C1: A Compact City Commuter

Positioned as an everyday commuter bike, the Hiboy C1 focuses on practical urban riding rather than high-performance specs.

The bike features a minimalist step-through design with a streamlined one-piece frame and internally routed wiring. The integrated construction removes visible weld seams, giving the bike a cleaner appearance compared to many entry-level commuter models.

Key features include:

  • Suspension: Front suspension fork for smoother city riding
  • Lighting: Integrated headlight for improved visibility
  • Riding Modes: Pure electric, pedal assist, and standard bicycle mode

The setup makes the Hiboy C1 suitable for short urban commutes, neighborhood rides, and quick errands, exactly the kind of trips where many riders are starting to swap cars for lighter electric mobility.

Why Warehouse Retail Still Matters for E-Bikes

While many e-bike brands grow primarily through online channels, physical retail remains an important way for new riders to discover and experience e-bikes. Seeing a bike in person, and knowing it comes from a retailer with a well-known return policy, can make customers more comfortable making the jump to electric transportation.

For Costco, adding more personal mobility products also reflects a broader shift in consumer behavior. E-bikes and electric scooters have become increasingly common in cities as commuters look for alternatives to traffic, parking costs, and rising fuel prices. Affordable, entry-level commuter bikes like the Hiboy C1 are often where that transition begins.

Looking Ahead

Hiboy’s arrival in Costco stores may be just the beginning of a deeper retail partnership. As interest in electric transportation continues to grow, warehouse retailers and big-box chains are becoming an important gateway for bringing e-bikes to a broader audience.

For now, Costco members browsing the warehouse aisles may notice something new parked between the seasonal displays and sporting goods section: a compact commuter e-bike designed to make everyday trips a little easier.

And with a 20% member discount attached, the Hiboy C1 could end up being one of the more accessible entry points into electric riding yet.

About Hiboy 

Hiboy is a personal mobility brand in North America known for its reliable and accessible electric scooters and e-bikes. The company focuses on developing practical short-distance transportation solutions that prioritize safety, durability, and everyday usability. .

Guided by its slogan, “Begin the Joyride,” Hiboy is committed to delivering dependable and cost-effective products that make everyday transportation more enjoyable and sustainable, helping riders embrace smarter, greener mobility.

Insilico Medicine to Announce 2025 Financial Results on March 30, 2026

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Insilico Medicine (HKEX: 3696.HK, “Insilico” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biotechnology company powered by generative artificial intelligence for drug discovery and development, today announced that it will report its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, and provide a business update on March 30, 2026. The Company will hold live conference calls in English and Mandarin on March 30, 2026, Beijing Time.

The English session of the conference call will be held at 9:00 AM on March 30, 2026, Beijing Time (9:00 PM U.S. Eastern Time on March 29, 2026), and the Mandarin session of the conference call will be held at 10:30 AM Beijing Time on the same day (10:30 PM U.S. Eastern Time on March 29, 2026).

The conference calls can be accessed by the following links:

For English Session:

Time: 9:00 AM Beijing Time, Monday, March 30, 2026
(9:00 PM U.S. Eastern Time, Sunday, March 29, 2026)

Register and Webcast Link:

https://insilico.zoom.us/w/81195639919?pwd=i153PUfkONs5INk8mgvLmmttveLqc0.1

Participants are required to pre-register for the English conference call using the link above. After registration is approved, participants will receive the webinar access link and dial-in information via email.

For Mandarin Session:

Time: 10:30 AM Beijing Time, Monday, March 30, 2026
(10:30 PM U.S. Eastern Time, Sunday, March 29, 2026)

Register and Webcast Link:
https://research.citics.com/tel/info/1_2047925

Participants are required to pre-register for the Mandarin conference call using the link above.

Alternatively, participants may dial in to the conference call using below dial-in information:

Mainland China

4008108228

Hong Kong, China

85230051313

International

861058084166

Singapore

6568185374

United States

16462543594

United Kingdom

441213680466

Password

977326

The replay of English session will be available shortly after the call and can be accessed by visiting the Company’s website at https://insilico.com/.

 

HTCO Launches U.S. Strategic Initiative Led by Chairman Christopher Nixon Cox, Establishes Independent Governance Committee for U.S. Operations

NEW YORK, March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — High-Trend International Group (Nasdaq: HTCO), a global ocean technology company, today announced a major strategic initiative aimed at accelerating the Company’s expansion into the United States and strengthening its engagement with U.S. capital markets.

President Donald Trump is presented with the Richard Nixon Architect of Peace Award
President Donald Trump is presented with the Richard Nixon Architect of Peace Award

Chairman Christopher Nixon Cox with White House Legacy to Lead U.S. Strategy

The Company announced that its Chairman of the Board of Directors, Christopher Nixon Cox, a member of the family of former U.S. President Richard Nixon, will personally lead the Company’s strategic initiatives and operational development in the United States.

In addition to serving as Chair of the Company’s newly established U.S. Operations Independent Governance Committee, Mr. Cox will directly oversee the planning, investment execution, and operational development of the Company’s U.S. initiatives. As the core leader of HTCO’s U.S. strategy, he will take on key responsibilities including formulating medium-to-long-term development strategies for the U.S. market, coordinating global resource networks for optimal integration, leading the identification, evaluation and execution of strategic M&A projects, and driving critical financing initiatives to solidify the Company’s capital structure.

The Board believes that combining governance leadership with direct operational involvement, leveraging Mr. Cox’s strategic leadership and rich experience in resource integration and major transactions, will accelerate HTCO’s entry into the U.S. and significantly strengthen the Company’s positioning within the U.S. capital markets.

Establishment of the U.S. Operations Independent Governance Committee

To further strengthen the Company’s governance framework and support its U.S. expansion, the Board of Directors approved the establishment of a U.S. Operations Independent Governance Committee.

The committee will oversee U.S. strategy, capital market initiatives, major investments, and the development of strategic projects in the United States, providing a robust governance guarantee for the steady advancement of HTCO’s U.S. business layout and the implementation of key strategic decisions. This Committee consists of Christopher Nixon Cox as Chairman, Christopher Renn and Jinyu Chang as members.

Performance-Based Equity Incentive Aligned with Shareholder Value – Market-Based Pricing Reflects Value Recognition and Growth Confidence

The Company also announced that it has established a long-term, performance-based equity incentive plan for Mr. Cox, which is designed to align the leadership’s performance with the creation of long-term shareholder value. Mr. Cox has been granted market-priced stock options to purchase an aggregate of 1,030,000 shares of the Company’s class A ordinary shares, consisting of two tranches: Tranche 1 consists of options to purchase 80,000 shares with an exercise price of $8.27 per share, based on the closing price of HTCO’s class A ordinary shares on the Nasdaq Capital Market on the grant date; Tranche 2 consists of options to purchase 950,000 shares, also with an exercise price of $8.27 per share.

Under the incentive plan, a significant portion of the stock option grants will only vest upon the achievement of key strategic milestones:

Tranche 1 (80,000 shares):

  • 50,000 options vested immediately;            
  • the remaining 30,000 shares vest in stages during 2026–2027, subject to the recipient’s continued service with the Company, vesting as follows:          
    • 10,000 shares vest on December 10, 2026, exercisable through December 10, 2036, which is a retention bonus and not subject to performance review;  
    • 10,000 shares vest on December 10, 2026, exercisable through December 10, 2036, subject to performance review;
    • 10,000 shares vest on December 10, 2027, exercisable through December 10, 2037, subject to performance review.

Tranche 2 (950,000 shares):   

  • will become exercisable upon the achievement of core strategic milestones including:            
    • forming and leading the Company’s U.S. projects and ongoing operations;     
    • raising a minimum of $50 million for the Company through one or more financing transactions;     
    • (the Company achieving a market capitalization of $300 million based on a 30-day VWAP on a fully diluted basis.

Under this market-based pricing and differentiated vesting structure the Chairman will stand at the same value starting point as all public shareholders, sharing both upside potential and market risks, and further aligns his personal interests closely with those of the Company and its shareholders. Shixuan He, Chief Executive Officer of HTCO, stated, “This equity incentive arrangement will solidify the linkage between leadership incentives for Mr. Cox and long-term shareholder value creation.”

Strategic Growth Platform in the United States

HTCO views the U.S. as a core market for its next stage of growth and intends to expand through strategic investments, capital formation, innovative project development, and targeted strategic M&A. The Company intends to leverage Chairman Christopher Nixon Cox’s strategic leadership and resource integration capabilities to foster strategic partnerships in the U.S. market, enhance operational efficiency and synergies, and accelerate scale expansion and business diversification in the shipping and technology sectors.

The Company believes that leveraging the depth and global influence of the U.S. capital markets, combined with the precise strategic deployment and strong leadership of Mr. Cox, will strongly support the formation of HTCO’s long-term international growth platform and drive the sustainable development of the Company’s global shipping and technology business.

About High-Trend International Group

High-Trend International Group is a global ocean transportation company.

Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These statements are made under the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and can be identified by words such as “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “future,” “will,” “intend,” “plan,” “estimate” or similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by these statements, including but not limited to those detailed in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2025. All information in this press release is as of the date of this release, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required by applicable law.

CityUHK researchers unveil the mystery of “Asian Flush” mechanism, pioneering new directions in precision treatment for heart attacks

HONG KONG, March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ —  Approximately 40% of the East Asian population suffers from alcohol intolerance, commonly known as “Asian Flush Syndrome”. This ALDH2 genetic mutation is more than just a metabolic defect; it conceals a deadly cardiovascular risk. While the medical community has long observed that carriers of this mutation suffer more severe heart damage during a myocardial infarction (heart attack), the specific underlying mechanism has remained a mystery until now.

A research team led by Professor Yin Huiyong, Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), recently published a groundbreaking study in Circulation, a top-tier journal in cardiovascular medicine. Titled “ALDH2/eIF3E Interaction Modulates Protein Translation Critical for Cardiomyocyte Ferroptosis in Acute Myocardial Ischemia Injury”, the research reveals for the first time how the ALDH2 mutation triggers “ferroptosis”—a specific type of cell death—during heart attacks, leading to a rapid deterioration of cardiac tissue. This discovery opens new doors for precision prevention and treatment for hundreds of millions of gene carriers worldwide.

The study highlights that the ALDH2 mutation does not only impair alcohol metabolism but also significantly worsens heart damage during acute myocardial infarction. The team carried out a clinical study of 177 Chinese patients with acute heart failure, and found that those carrying the ALDH2 mutation exhibited much more severe cardiac dysfunction following a heart attack. In this study, the team observed clear signs of ferroptosis in these patients, including a significant drop in Coenzyme Q10 (a cardio-protective antioxidant) and a massive accumulation of bioactive lipids that cause oxidative damage to cells.

Ferroptosis is a form of cell death driven by iron ions and lipid peroxidation. For the heart, this death process acts like a chain reaction, delivering an irreversible and devastating blow to myocardial cells, eventually leading to severe acute heart failure.

The key scientific breakthrough of this study lies in identifying the ALDH2 protein’s hidden role as a cellular “regulator”. Under normal conditions, ALDH2 binds with the eIF3E subunit (part of the complex responsible for protein synthesis), acting like a “security lock” to maintain protein balance within the cell. However, in the presence of the ALDH2 mutation, structural changes cause this lock to fail. The released eIF3E then enters a “selective mode”, prompting ribosomes to mass-produce pathogenic proteins that induce ferroptosis. This role reversal—from a “metabolic enzyme” to a “translational regulator”—explains why individuals with the “flushing gene” suffer significantly more heart damage when facing the same level of myocardial ischemia.

To verify these mechanisms and identify therapeutic opportunities, the team conducted experiments using animal models. The results demonstrated that either inhibiting the ferroptosis process via medication or using genetic technology to regulate the protein translation pathway could significantly improve heart function in mice carrying the ALDH2 mutation after a heart attack. This suggests that existing iron chelators or specific ferroptosis inhibitors have immense potential to be developed into protective therapies specifically for East Asian populations.

The study redefines the physiological role of ALDH2 in cardiac protection and underscores the vital importance of precision medicine in treating cardiovascular diseases. In the future, clinicians may be able to use genetic testing to identify high-risk ALDH2 carriers and implement “anti-ferroptosis” interventions early to predict and improve outcomes for heart attack patients.

Other institutions participating in this joint study include Shanghai Institute of Nutrition and Health, Chinese Academy of Sciences, the Naval Medical University, Sun Yat-sen University, Fudan University, and Harbin Medical University. The research was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the Shenzhen Medical Research Fund, the Research Grants Council of Hong Kong, and CityUHK.

The global impact of this research is further highlighted by a dedicated editorial commentary in the same issue of Circulation. Entitled “Selective mRNA Translation: A New Player in Ferroptosis After Myocardial Infarction“, the piece is authored by Professor Yi Zhu, a renowned scientist in the cardiovascular field from Tianjin Medical University. Such a commentary is a significant honour, reserved for studies that provide transformative insights and open new frontiers in medical science.

AI-Native, Beyond the Concept: openKylin Presents Its Vision at FOSSASIA

BEIJING, March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At the recent FOSSASIA Summit 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand, developers and open source communities from across Asia and beyond gathered to share the latest advancements in open technologies. China’s open source operating system community openKylin participated with multiple technical talks and an interactive booth, highlighting its latest work on integrating artificial intelligence into operating system architecture.


AI-Native Architecture: Redefining the Core Capabilities of Operating Systems

As large language models and multimodal AI continue to mature, operating systems are evolving from passive resource management platforms into intelligent systems capable of understanding and assisting users. openKylin 2.0 is exploring this shift through a full-stack AI approach aimed at building an AI-native operating system for the intelligent computing era.


During the summit, the openKylin technical team introduced its Linux-native AI subsystem architecture currently under development. The design treats AI as a fundamental capability of the operating system rather than an add-on at the application layer, enabling unified intelligent services for both applications and system components.

A Three-Layer Decoupled Design to Simplify AI Development

To address challenges such as diverse hardware platforms, fragmented model frameworks, and complex integration processes, openKylin proposes a three-layer architecture consisting of a Unified Inference Framework, an AI Runtime Layer, and an AI SDK Layer. This structure decouples models from hardware and applications from models, allowing developers to build AI applications without managing underlying infrastructure complexity.

Device–Cloud Collaboration with Built-in Privacy Protection

The subsystem also supports hybrid device–cloud inference. Through an AI Engine module, tasks can dynamically run either locally or in the cloud depending on computing resources, network conditions, and privacy requirements — ensuring both performance and data protection.

From “AI on OS” to “AI for OS”

Looking ahead, openKylin is promoting a shift from “AI on OS” to “AI for OS,” pursuing deeper integration between AI and operating systems while exploring technologies such as multi-agent collaboration, lightweight device-side models, and system-level AI interfaces.

Through its talks, demonstrations, and booth interactions at FOSSASIA, openKylin signaled its ambition to contribute to the global evolution of AI-native open source operating systems. More information about the distribution can also be found on DistroWatch.

Recon Technology, Ltd Reports Financial Results for the First Six Months of Fiscal Year 2026

BEIJING, March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Recon Technology, Ltd (NASDAQ: RCON) (“Recon” or the “Company”), a China-based independent solutions integrator in the oilfield service and environmental protection, electric power and coal chemical industries, today announced its financial results for the first six months of fiscal year 2026.

First Six Months of Fiscal 2026 Financial Highlights:

  • Total revenue increased to RMB85.0 million ($12.2 million) for the six months ended December 31, 2025, from RMB42.0 million ($5.8 million) for the same period in 2024.
  • Gross profit increased to RMB28.5 million ($4.1 million) for the six months ended December 31, 2025, from RMB13.4 million ($1.9 million) for the same period in 2024.
  • Gross margin increased to 33.5% for the six months ended December 31, 2025 from 31.7% for the same period in 2024.
  • Net loss was RMB7.2 million ($1.0 million) for the six months ended December 31, 2025, a decrease of RMB13.5 million ($1.9 million) from net loss of RMB20.7 million ($3.0 million) for the same period of 2024.

 

For the Six Months Ended

December 31,

(in RMB millions, except earnings per share; differences due
to rounding)

2025

2024

Increase /(Decrease)

Percentage Change

Revenue

RMB

85.0

RMB

42.0

RMB

43.0

102.2 %

Gross profit

28.5

13.4

15.1

113.2 %

Gross margin

33.5 %

31.7 %

1.8 %

Net loss

(7.2)

(20.7)

(13.5)

65.2 %

Net loss per share – Basic and diluted

(0.61)

(2.29)

(1.68)

73.3 %

Management Commentary

Mr. Shenping Yin, Founder and CEO of Recon, stated: “We are encouraged by the significant progress the Company has made during the first half of fiscal year 2026. For the six months ended December 31, 2025, Recon’s core business remained stable and achieved substantial growth, primarily driven by the successful execution of overseas oilfield projects and the recovery of domestic oilfield production activities. Furthermore, Recon remains committed to diversifying its revenue streams and seizing opportunities in the circular economy. The Company’s plastic chemical recycling project, launched in 2023, continues to progress on schedule. The project, which is expected to be fully completed by July 2026, will position Recon to capitalize on the growing demand for sustainable and recycled materials, aligning with global ESG trends and creating long-term value for shareholders. “

Mr. Yin continued, “Amid a dynamic global energy market characterized by supply-demand rebalancing and evolving industry changes, the Company has demonstrated resilience and adaptability, leveraging its core strengths to drive revenue growth while navigating operational challenges. Our focus on high-value-added services, strategic diversification, and operational excellence will continue to guide our decisions as we pursue our long-term growth objectives.”

Recon Technology remains committed to delivering innovative, reliable solutions to its customers while upholding the highest standards of corporate governance and social responsibility. The Company will continue to provide timely updates on its business progress and financial performance as it executes its strategic plan.

First Six Months Fiscal 2026 Financial Results:

Revenue

Total revenues for the six months ended December 31, 2025 were approximately RMB85.0 million ($12.2 million), an increase of approximately RMB43.0 million ($6.2 million) or 102.2% from RMB42.0 million ($6.0 million) for the same period in 2024.

  • Revenue from automation product and software increased by RMB41.4 million ($5.9 million) or 197.6%. For the six months ended December 31, 2025, the increase in revenue from automation products and software was primarily driven by the Company’s RMB44.2 million overseas oilfield projects during the period. This was a consequence of the second phase of oilfield capacity construction and the launch of a major automation service and maintenance project that we secured outside China in 2012. The growth was partially offset by a decline of RMB2.7 million in the domestic oilfield business, due to reduced maintenance efforts in the domestic market during the six months period, as our focus shifted towards overseas projects. Looking ahead, we will be making a particular shift in our personnel, moving them from overseeing markets to strengthening our domestic market maintenance.
  • Revenue from equipment and accessories increased by RMB1.6 million ($0.2 million) or 10.2 %. For the six months ended December 31, 2025, the increase was primarily driven by a RMB4.1 million growth contributed by offshore oilfield operations, as well as revenues of about RMB1.2 million from new onshore oilfield customers. This increase offset some of the RMB3.7 million revenue decline due to reduced business from some occasional orders we achieved in the compared period.
  • Revenue from oilfield environmental protection services increased by RMB2.8 million ($0.4 million), or 101.3%. This growth was primarily driven by the increase of settlement prices of some wastewater treatment clients.
  • Revenue from platform outsourcing services decreased by RMB2.7 million ($0.4 million) or 100%. FGS’s operations were materially and adversely affected by strategic shifts in its major clients’ business decisions to terminate online cooperation of third-party companies and unfavorable changes in domestic industry policies. Consequently, FGS’s revenue and active business activities declined precipitously, resulting in zero revenue for the six months ended December 31, 2025.

Cost of revenue

Cost of revenues increased from RMB28.7 million ($4.1 million) for the six months ended December 31, 2024 to RMB56.6 million ($8.1 million) for the same period in 2025.

  • For the six months ended December 31, 2024 and 2025, cost of revenue from automation product and software was approximately RMB12.4 million and RMB40.7 million ($5.8 million), respectively, representing an increase of approximately RMB28.3 million ($4.0 million) or 228.6%. The increase in cost of revenue from automation product and software was primarily attributable to increased revenue of automation products and software.
  • For the six months ended December 31, 2024 and 2025, cost of revenue from equipment and accessories was approximately RMB11.2 million and RMB13.2 million ($1.9 million), respectively, representing an increase of approximately RMB2.0 million ($0.3 million) or 18.0%. The increase in costs of revenue was primarily driven by expanded business activity, mirroring the same factor behind the growth in revenue.
  • For the six months ended December 31, 2024 and 2025, cost of revenue from oilfield environmental protection was approximately RMB4.8 million and RMB2.7 million ($0.4 million), respectively, representing a decrease of approximately RMB2.1 million ($0.3 million) or 43.7%. While actively pursuing new business opportunities in a constrained market, the Company undertook testing projects. Given their high uncertainty, equipment costs for these projects were fully costing upon purchase in the prior period, resulting in lower costs in the current period compared to the prior period.
  • For the six months ended December 31, 2024 and 2025, the reason for the decrease is consistent with that of the revenue decline.

Gross profit

Gross profit increased to RMB28.5 million ($4.1 million) for the six months ended December 31,2025 from RMB13.4 million ($1.9 million) for the same period in 2024. Our gross profit as a percentage of revenue increased to 33.5% for the six months ended December 31, 2025 from 31.7% for the same period in 2024.

  • For the six months ended December 31, 2024 and 2025, gross profit from automation products and software was approximately RMB8.5 million and RMB21.6 million ($3.1 million), respectively. This represents an increase of approximately RMB13.1 million ($1.9 million), or 152.8%, primarily driven by the Company’s overseas oilfield projects. However, the overall gross margin declined during the period due to a higher proportion of hardware revenue, which carries a lower gross margin.
  • For the six months ended December 31, 2024 and 2025, gross profit from equipment and accessories was approximately RMB4.5 million and RMB4.1 million ($0.6 million), respectively, representing a decrease of approximately RMB0.4 million ($0.1 million) or 8.8%. The gross margin for automation equipment and accessories has remained relatively stable in this period.
  • For the six months ended December 31, 2024 and 2025, gross profit from oilfield environmental protection services was approximately negative RMB2.1 million and RMB2.7 million ($0.4 million), respectively, representing an increase of RMB4.9 million ($0.7 million), or 229.1%. The higher costs in the prior period were primarily due to testing projects conducted in 2024, for which equipment costs were fully expensed upon purchase.
  • For the six months ended December 31, 2024 and 2025, gross profit from platform outsourcing services was approximately RMB2.4 million and nil, respectively, representing a decrease of approximately RMB2.4 million ($0.3 million), or 100%, primarily due to the suspension of operations.

Operating expenses

Selling expenses decreased by 16.2%, or RMB0.9 million ($0.1 million), from RMB5.2 million for the six months ended December 31, 2024 to RMB4.3 million ($0.6 million) in the same period of 2025.

General and administrative expenses increased by 19.3%, or RMB4.6 million ($0.7 million), from RMB24.0 million for the six months ended December 31, 2024 to RMB28.7 million ($4.1 million) in the same period of 2025.

The Company also recorded allowance for credit losses of RMB0.9 million for the six months ended December 31, 2024 as compared to net recovery of credit losses of RMB0.02 million ($0.003 million) for the same period in 2025.

Research and development expenses decreased by 22.1%, or RMB2.2 million ($0.3 million) from RMB10.2 million for the six months ended December 31, 2024 to RMB7.9 million ($1.1 million) for the same period of 2025.

Loss from operations

Loss from operations was RMB12.4 million ($1.8 million) for the six months ended December 31, 2025, compared to a loss of RMB26.9 million for the same period of 2024. This RMB14.5 million ($2.1 million) decrease in operating losses was mainly driven by higher operating gross profit, as previously discussed.

Change in fair value of warrant liability

The Company classified the warrants issued in connection with common share offering as liabilities at their fair value and adjusted the warrant instrument to fair value at each reporting period. This liability is subject to re-measurement at each balance sheet date until exercised, and any change in fair value is recognized in our statement of operations. Change in fair value changes of warrant liability was negative RMB10,327 and RMB584.0 ($84.0) for the six months ended December 31, 2024 and 2025, respectively. The primary reason for the decrease in the fair value loss of the warrant liability was the change in the fair value assessment price.

Interest income

Net interest income was RMB6.4 million ($0.9 million) for the six months ended December 31, 2025, compared to net interest income of RMB6.6 million for the same period of 2024. Interest income remained relatively stable.

Other expenses, net.

Other net expenses amounted to RMB1.2 million ($0.2 million) for the six months ended December 31, 2025, compared to RMB0.4 million for the same period in 2024, representing an increase of RMB0.8 million ($0.1 million). The increase was primarily due to the closure of Qinghai BHD and the disposal of 51% equity interest in MSJ, which together resulted in a total loss on equity shares investments of RMB1.1 million.

Net loss

As a result of the factors described above, net loss was RMB7.2 million ($1.0 million) for the six months ended December 31, 2025, a decrease of RMB13.5 million ($1.9 million) from net loss of RMB20.7 million for the same period of 2024.

Cash and short-term investment

As of December 31, 2025, we had cash in the amount of approximately RMB75.1 million ($10.7 million).As of June 30, 2025, we had cash in the amount of approximately RMB98.9 million ($14.1 million) and short-term investment in bank fixed income product of approximately RMB3.6 million ($0.5 million).

About Recon Technology, Ltd (“RCON”)

Recon Technology, Ltd (NASDAQ: RCON) is the People’s Republic of China’s first NASDAQ-listed non-state owned oil and gas field service company. Recon supplies China’s largest oil exploration companies, with advanced automated technologies, efficient gathering and transportation equipment and reservoir stimulation measure for increasing petroleum extraction levels, reducing impurities and lowering production costs. Through the years, RCON has taken leading positions within several segmented markets of the oil and gas filed service industry. RCON also has developed stable long-term cooperation relationship with its major clients. For additional information please visit: http://www.recon.cn/.

Forward-Looking Statements

Recon includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws throughout this press release. A reader can identify forward-looking statements because they are not limited to historical fact or they use words such as “scheduled,” “may,” “will,” “could,” “should,” “would,” “expect,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “project,” “plan,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “goal,” “objective,” “committed,” “intend,” “continue,” or “will likely result,” and similar expressions that concern Recon’s strategy, plans, intentions or beliefs about future occurrences or results. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that may change at any time and may cause actual results to differ materially from those that Recon expected. Many of these statements are derived from Recon’s operating budgets and forecasts, which are based on many detailed assumptions that Recon believes are reasonable, or are based on various assumptions about certain plans, activities or events which we expect will or may occur in the future. However, it is very difficult to predict the effect of known factors, and Recon cannot anticipate all factors that could affect actual results that may be important to an investor. All forward-looking information should be evaluated in the context of these risks, uncertainties and other factors, including those factors disclosed under “Risk Factors” in Recon’s most recent Annual Report on Form 20‑F and any subsequent half-year financial filings on Form 6‑K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements that Recon makes from time to time in its SEC filings and public communications. Recon cannot assure the reader that it will realize the results or developments Recon anticipates, or, even if substantially realized, that they will result in the consequences or affect Recon or its operations in the way Recon expects. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made. Recon undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances arising after the date on which they were made, except as otherwise required by law. As a result of these risks and uncertainties, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements included herein or that may be made elsewhere from time to time by, or on behalf of, Recon.

For more information, please contact:

The Company
Ms. Liu Jia
Chief Financial Officer
Recon Technology, Ltd
Phone: +86 (10) 8494-5799
Email: info@recon.cn

 

 

RECON TECHNOLOGY, LTD

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED INTERIM BALANCE SHEETS

As of June 30,

As of December 31,

As of December 31,

2025

2025

2025

RMB

RMB

US Dollars

ASSETS

(UNAUDITED)

(UNAUDITED)

Current assets

Cash

¥

98,874,577

¥

75,084,982

$

10,737,010

Restricted cash

8,204

8,204

1,173

Short-term investments

3,599,211

Notes receivable

178,200

25,482

Accounts receivable, net

35,852,484

77,585,955

11,094,644

Inventories, net

1,344,588

654,915

93,652

Other receivables, net

3,760,881

6,252,762

894,133

Other receivables – related parties

67,976

67,976

9,720

Loans to third parties

141,564,073

145,778,591

20,846,061

Purchase advances, net

14,619,556

13,460,083

1,924,766

Contract costs, net

53,547,408

26,519,752

3,792,274

Prepaid expenses

389,216

36,773

5,258

Deferred offering cost

2,529,724

Total current assets

356,157,898

345,628,193

49,424,173

Property and equipment, net

19,986,635

18,511,089

2,647,051

Construction in progress

12,000,900

40,370,158

5,772,856

Investment in unconsolidated entity, net

1,474,974

210,918

Long-term loan to third parties

118,500,000

119,475,040

17,084,703

Operating lease right-of-use assets, net (including RMB696,851 and RMB119,411 ($17,075) from related parties as
    of June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2025, respectively)

18,975,692

17,537,008

2,507,759

Total Assets

¥

525,621,125

¥

542,996,462

$

77,647,460

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

Current liabilities

Short-term bank loans

¥

11,582,336

¥

15,585,806

$

2,228,741

Accounts payable

19,398,669

37,422,742

5,351,381

Other payables

6,154,889

5,148,841

736,274

Other payable- related parties

2,927,377

1,290,556

184,547

Contract liabilities

4,719,255

1,273,179

182,062

Contract liabilities- related parties

400,000

57,199

Accrued payroll and employees’ welfare

3,212,227

5,813,397

831,305

Taxes payable

795,629

2,855,083

408,271

Short-term borrowings – related parties

10,017,250

10,018,208

1,432,585

Operating lease liabilities – current (including RMB355,601 and RMB119,411 ($17,075) from related parties as of
   June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2025, respectively)

1,761,231

1,759,435

251,596

Warrant liability – current

98

14

Total Current Liabilities

60,568,863

81,567,345

11,663,975

Operating lease liabilities – non-current (including nil and nil from related parties as of June 30, 2025 and December
    31, 2025, respectively)

1,081,827

363,277

51,948

Long-term borrowings – related party

10,000,000

10,000,000

1,429,981

Warrant liability – non-current

688

Total Liabilities

¥

71,651,378

¥

91,930,622

$

13,145,904

Commitments and Contingencies

Shareholders’ Equity

Class A Ordinary Shares, $0.0001 US dollar par value, 500,000,000 shares authorized; 10,627,426 shares and
   10,627,426 shares issued and outstanding as of June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2025, respectively

101,548

101,548

14,521

Class B Ordinary Shares, $0.0001 US dollar par value, 80,000,000 shares authorized; 20,000,000 shares and
   20,000,000 shares issued and outstanding as of June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2025, respectively

14,038

14,038

2,007

Additional paid-in capital

692,569,747

698,913,255

99,943,266

Statutory reserve

4,148,929

4,148,929

593,289

Accumulated deficit

(262,900,639)

(268,723,654)

(38,426,971)

Accumulated other comprehensive income

33,493,895

29,922,499

4,278,860

Total Recon Technology, Ltd’ equity

467,427,518

464,376,615

66,404,972

Non-controlling interests

(13,457,771)

(13,310,775)

(1,903,416)

Total shareholders’ equity

453,969,747

451,065,840

64,501,556

Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity

¥

525,621,125

¥

542,996,462

$

77,647,460

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements.

RECON TECHNOLOGY, LTD

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED INTERIM STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS

(UNAUDITED)

For the six months ended

December 31,

2024

2025

2025

RMB

RMB

USD

Revenue

42,069,270

85,048,921

12,161,834

Cost of revenue

28,714,468

56,571,163

8,089,569

Gross profit

13,354,802

28,477,758

4,072,265

Selling and distribution expenses

5,177,944

4,340,014

620,614

General and administrative expenses

24,038,744

28,677,355

4,100,807

Allowance for (Reversal of) credit losses

870,714

(18,355)

(2,625)

Research and development expenses

10,167,182

7,921,405

1,132,746

Operating expenses

40,254,584

40,920,419

5,851,542

Loss from operations

(26,899,782)

(12,442,661)

(1,779,277)

Other income (expenses)

Subsidy income

21,045

23,606

3,376

Interest income

7,136,259

6,909,801

988,088

Interest expense

(580,977)

(527,976)

(75,500)

Loss on equity shares investments

(1,102,361)

(157,636)

Gain (loss) in fair value changes of warrants liability

(10,327)

584

84

Foreign exchange transaction loss

(313,263)

(8,718)

(1,247)

Other expenses

(80,945)

(75,885)

(10,851)

Other income, net

6,171,792

5,219,051

746,314

Loss before income tax

(20,727,990)

(7,223,610)

(1,032,963)

Income tax expenses (benefits)

1,609

(1,609)

(230)

Net loss

(20,729,599)

(7,222,001)

(1,032,733)

Less: Net loss attributable to non-controlling interests

(141,270)

(1,398,986)

(200,052)

Net loss attributable to Recon Technology, Ltd

¥

(20,588,329)

¥

(5,823,015)

$

(832,681)

Comprehensive income (loss)

Net loss

(20,729,599)

(7,222,001)

(1,032,733)

Foreign currency translation adjustment

1,207,501

(3,571,396)

(510,703)

Comprehensive loss

(19,522,098)

(10,793,397)

(1,543,436)

Less: Comprehensive loss attributable to non- controlling interests

(141,270)

(1,398,986)

(200,052)

Comprehensive loss attributable to Recon Technology, Ltd

¥

(19,380,828)

¥

(9,394,411)

$

(1,343,384)

Loss per share – basic and diluted

¥

(2.29)

¥

(0.61)

$

(0.09)

Weighted – average shares -basic and diluted

8,978,328

9,475,344

9,475,344

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements.

RECON TECHNOLOGY, LTD

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED INTERIM STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(UNAUDITED)

For the six months ended December 31,

2024

2025

2025

RMB

RMB

US Dollars

Cash flows from operating activities:

Net loss

¥

(20,729,599)

¥

(7,222,001)

$

(1,032,733)

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:

Depreciation and amortization

1,724,066

1,438,445

205,695

Loss from disposal of equipment

9,607

314

45

Gain (loss) in fair value changes of warrants liability

10,327

(584)

(84)

Allowance (Reversal of) for credit losses

870,714

(18,355)

(2,625)

Allowance (Reversal of) for slow moving inventories

(523,228)

267,498

38,252

Amortization of right-of-use assets

1,532,232

1,438,684

205,729

Restricted shares issued for management and employees

5,353,151

6,343,508

907,110

Loss on equity shares investments

1,102,361

157,636

Cash position changes due to the decrease of ownership interest

(32,811)

(4,692)

Accrued interest income from loans to third parties

(6,779,697)

(6,027,268)

(861,888)

Expensing of deferred financing costs

2,529,724

361,746

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

Notes receivable

(1,864,913)

(178,200)

(25,482)

Accounts receivable

(3,348,819)

(43,275,450)

(6,188,307)

Inventories

(718,490)

244,960

35,029

Other receivables

(358,057)

(2,454,191)

(350,945)

Other receivables-related parties

(4,000)

Purchase advances

81,256

784,301

112,154

Contract costs

8,057,774

28,736,194

4,109,221

Prepaid expense

(295,291)

352,443

50,399

Operating lease liabilities

(1,039,360)

(720,346)

(103,008)

Accounts payable

3,913,353

4,241,036

606,460

Other payables

(1,194,817)

(939,715)

(134,377)

Other payables-related parties

(511,754)

(1,636,821)

(234,062)

Contract liabilities

2,277,655

(3,446,076)

(492,782)

Contract liabilities-related parties

400,000

57,198

Accrued payroll and employees’ welfare

179,209

2,601,170

371,962

Taxes payable

691,901

2,008,157

287,163

Net cash used in operating activities

(12,666,780)

(13,463,023)

(1,925,186)

Cash flows from investing activities:

Investment in unconsolidated entity

(350,000)

(50,049)

Purchases of property and equipment

(455,380)

(227,699)

(32,561)

Proceeds from disposal of equipment

3,580

512

Collection of loans to third parties

2,904,352

1,681,400

240,437

Payments made for loans to third parties

(36,897,900)

(3,200,000)

(457,594)

Payments and prepayments for construction in progress

(5,337,873)

(14,586,221)

(2,085,802)

Redemption of short-term investments

88,892,092

3,496,550

500,000

Net cash generated by (used in) investing activities

49,105,291

(13,182,390)

(1,885,057)

Cash flows from financing activities:

Proceeds from short-term bank loans

4,000,000

571,992

Repayments of short-term bank loans

(843,487)

Deferred offering costs

(810,082)

Capital contribution by controlling shareholders

10,000

Net cash generated by (used in) financing activities

(1,643,569)

4,000,000

571,992

Effect of exchange rate fluctuation on cash and restricted cash

(343,038)

(1,144,182)

(163,616)

Net increase (decrease) in cash and restricted cash

34,451,904

(23,789,595)

(3,401,867)

Cash and restricted cash at beginning of period

110,840,610

98,882,781

14,140,050

Cash and restricted cash at end of period

¥

145,292,514

¥

75,093,186

$

10,738,183

Supplemental cash flow information

Cash paid during the period for interest

¥

518,086

¥

518,417

$

74,133

Cash paid during the period for taxes

¥

1,363,403

¥

Reconciliation of cash and restricted cash, beginning of period

Cash

¥

109,991,674

¥

98,033,845

$

14,018,654

Restricted cash

848,936

848,936

121,396

Cash and restricted cash, beginning of period

¥

110,840,610

¥

98,882,781

$

14,140,050

Reconciliation of cash and restricted cash, end of period

Cash

¥

145,284,391

¥

75,084,982

$

10,737,010

Restricted cash

8,123

8,204

1,173

Cash and restricted cash, end of period

¥

145,292,514

¥

75,093,186

$

10,738,183

Non-cash investing and financing activities

Payable for construction in progress

13,783,037

1,970,948

Investment in unconsolidated entity resulting from transfer out of control

1,124,974

160,869

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements.

Petal & Pup Celebrates Australian Roots and Global Growth with New Brand Identity

New brand campaign marks the evolution of the women-led brand and its connection to women everywhere.

SAN FRANCISCO, March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a portfolio of next generation fashion brands, today announces the launch of Petal & Pup’s global evergreen brand campaign and the official debut of the brand’s evolved identity.

Rooted in Petal & Pup’s carefree Australian spirit, the evergreen campaign invites women everywhere to see themselves reflected in a shared joy for dressing up, connection, and the beauty found in life’s moments, big and small. The campaign marks a defining chapter in the brand’s evolution and reinforces its confidence, longevity, and growing global presence.

The campaign introduces Petal & Pup’s refreshed brand identity, blending its Australian beginnings with its position as an international fashion destination. True to the brand’s women first philosophy, the campaign was created entirely by women, from models and creatives to production teams, embodying Petal & Pup’s commitment to being a brand imagined by women for women.

“As we continue to grow globally, this campaign signals our long-term vision, confidence, and belief in building a brand that feels warm, emotive, and deeply connected to its community,” said Victoria Estella Perry, President of Petal & Pup. “Petal & Pup was born in Australia, and while the campaign is rooted in where we began, its message is universal. It celebrates togetherness, femininity, and the shared joy of dressing for life’s moments with women everywhere.”

Shot entirely in Australia, the campaign proudly celebrates Petal & Pup’s Aussie heritage through joyful, optimistic storytelling and nature inspired visuals, including Australian florals such as the brand’s signature Protea. The launch also introduces the brand’s new tagline, “Aussie Born. Loved Everywhere”. A refined logo, refreshed color palette, and evolved visual language anchor the brand’s next chapter and reflect its long-term growth opportunity, underscored by successful wholesale and retail partnerships with Nordstrom and David Jones.

The global campaign launched February 9 in Australia and March 9 in the United States.

Press Kit Imagery can be viewed here. Campaign Video can be viewed here.

To shop Petal & Pup online, visit petalandpup.com

About Petal & Pup

Founded in Queensland, Australia in 2014, Petal & Pup is a global fashion brand known for its effortlessly feminine, trend-forward designs made for life’s moments — big and small. With offices in Australia and the United States, the brand creates attainable, feel-good pieces that celebrates femininity and makes getting dressed feel easy and joyful.

www.petalandpup.com | www.petalandpup.com.au

About a.k.a. Brands
a.k.a. Brands maintains a portfolio of global fashion brands, Princess Polly, Culture Kings, Petal & Pup and mnml. Through these brands we reach a broad audience of next-generation consumers who seek fashion inspiration on social media and primarily shop online. Our brands are hyper-focused on the customer and serving them newness and a seamless experience throughout the entire shopping journey. We leverage a data-driven ‘test and repeat’ merchandising model that allows us to introduce new and exclusive fashion weekly, so our customers are always on-trend. We leverage innovative data-driven insights to authentically connect and engage with customers across the latest marketing platforms. Further, we are committed to showing up for customers wherever they shop, whether that’s online, in-stores or through wholesale channels. Leveraging our industry expertise and operational synergies, we help accelerate our brands so they can grow faster, reach broader audiences, achieve greater scale and enhance their profitability. We believe we are disrupting the status quo and pioneering a new approach to fashion.

Petal & Pup Evergreen Campaign
Petal & Pup Evergreen Campaign

 

Petal & Pup Evergreen Campaign NYC
Petal & Pup Evergreen Campaign NYC

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HeyGears Launches New Clear Resin and Transparent 3D Printing Solution – Now Available on Amazon

IRVINE, Calif., March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HeyGears has launched its first clear 3D printing resin for Reflex RS & RS Turbo 3D printers, UltraPrint Production PAF10 Clear, alongside its Transparent Solution – featuring step-by-step workflows to create outstanding transparent 3D printed effects. This enables more users to 3D print high-clarity models with premium-level results. The company has also launched its HEYGEARS Official Store on Amazon, expanding access to HeyGears’ professional 3D printing products.

PAF10 Clear Resin: Achieve Superior Clarity and Precision for Every Print

PAF10 Clear resin offers 82% light transmittance, allowing 3D printed parts to achieve crystal-like clarity. It provides stunning transparency, enhancing the visual presentation of prototypes or display models. With ultra-fine detail down to 0.08 mm, it is ideal for intricate designs that require sharp edges.

PAF10 Clear resin is also formulated with yellowing resistance, for long-lasting clarity even with prolonged use. With 46% elongation at break, the resin offers an optimal balance of flexibility and strength, making it ideal for delicate accessories, miniatures, and small structures that need both resilience and precision.

The HeyGears Transparent Solution: Complete Workflows for Transparent Parts

Along with the new PAF10 Clear resin, HeyGears has introduced its Transparent Solution, offering a complete workflow for premium-grade clear 3D printed products. The Transparent Solution includes standardized processes from design guidelines to finished part post-processing steps, including sanding, dying and coating.

By following these workflows, users can efficiently turn their creative designs and models into professional-quality products with crystal-like transparency, matte transparency and colored transparent effects that can meet final expectations. HeyGears’ Transparent Solution is perfect for individual makers as well as businesses looking to reliably produce high-quality transparent 3D printed parts, such as consumer products and gaming miniatures. For more details about this solution, visit: https://store.heygears.com/pages/transparent-solutions

Shop HeyGears Products on Amazon

HeyGears has also launched its official Amazon storefront, further expanding access to its professional 3D printers, materials, and accessories, including the new PAF10 Clear resin with special savings including up to 40% off the Reflex RS, up to 30% off the Reflex RS Turbo 3D printers, up to 26% off the new PAF10 Clear resin, and even more discounts.

Explore more on Amazon.

With the launch of PAF10 Clear resin, the introduction of the Transparent Solution, and the debut of HEYGEARS Official Store on Amazon, HeyGears is further strengthening its ecosystem for professional 3D printing. These new offerings provide users with a more complete path to high-quality transparent parts, combining advanced 3D printing materials, practical workflow guidance, and broader product access worldwide.

To learn more about HeyGears products, visit store.heygears.com or contact contact@heygears.com.