Finance – Global Business Magazine https://thegbm.com Business news, opinion, reviews, interviews Sat, 07 Feb 2026 12:40:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://thegbm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Bizmag-logo.png Finance – Global Business Magazine https://thegbm.com 32 32 195744517 PWC Trở Thành Ví Thanh Toán Phi Tập Trung Đầu Tiên Được ASEAN & Asia Records Công Nhận https://thegbm.com/pwc-tro-thanh-vi-thanh-toan-phi-tap-trung-dau-tien-duoc-asean-asia-records-cong-nhan/ Sat, 07 Feb 2026 12:40:53 +0000 https://thegbm.com/pwc-tro-thanh-vi-thanh-toan-phi-tap-trung-dau-tien-duoc-asean-asia-records-cong-nhan PWC đã chính thức trở thành ví thanh toán crypto phi tập trung (non-custodial) đầu tiên được ASEAN RecordsAsia Records công nhận.

Đây không chỉ là một tin tức.

Đây là khoảnh khắc khởi đầu của một kỷ nguyên mới.

Và tất cả mọi người đều hiểu rõ—

Đây không phải là kết thúc.

Đây chính là thời điểm PayWithCrypto được ghi tên vào lịch sử.

Bởi vì trong đêm đó, chúng ta đã cùng chứng kiến một bước ngoặt mang tính thời đại:

PWC trở thành ví thanh toán crypto phi tập trung đầu tiên được ghi nhận và chứng thực trên toàn ASEAN và châu Á.

PWC ONE không đơn thuần chỉ là một buổi tiệc thường niên.

Đó là sự xác nhận của cả ngành.

ASEAN & Asia Records Chính Thức Ghi Danh PWC Vào Lịch Sử

Trong một thị trường crypto đầy nhiễu loạn và đầu cơ,

kỷ lục không bao giờ là điều có thể tự phong.

Một cột mốc thực sự chỉ có giá trị khi được các tổ chức uy tín chính thức công nhận.

Và trong đêm đó…

PWC đã làm được.

PayWithCrypto Super App đã được ghi nhận bởi:

  • ASEAN Records
  • Asia Records

Vì một lý do duy nhất:

PWC đã tạo ra bước đột phá thực sự trong hạ tầng thanh toán crypto toàn cầu:

  • Kiến trúc ví phi tập trung (Non-custodial)
  • Ví thanh toán vượt ra ngoài mô hình sàn giao dịch
  • Tích hợp QR quốc gia đa quốc gia – quét là thanh toán
  • Chuyển đổi crypto sang tiền pháp định tức thì

Đây không phải là ý tưởng.

Đây là kỷ lục.

Đây là lịch sử.

Bài viết chính thức từ ASEAN Records:

Bài viết chính thức từ Asia Records:

Khoảnh khắc này chỉ có một ý nghĩa:

PWC không còn chỉ là một dự án.

PWC giờ đây là hạ tầng thanh toán.

Founder & CEO Vincent Tse Được Forbes Công Nhận — Người Tiên Phong Của Kinh Tế Số

Cũng trong đêm đó, chúng ta chứng kiến một cột mốc quan trọng khác.

Founder & CEO của PWC — Vincent Tse — đã được Forbes công nhận là một trong những nhà lãnh đạo công nghệ đang định hình tương lai số.

Đây không chỉ là sự ghi nhận cá nhân.

Đây là dấu hiệu rõ ràng rằng thế giới đang chú ý đến những người xây dựng hạ tầng thật sự — không phải những câu chuyện ngắn hạn.

Forbes feature:

https://www.forbesuruguay.com/innovacion/estos-son-40-lideres-tech-estan-revolucionando-futuro-digital-vale-pena-conocer-n82019

Điều này chứng minh rằng thế giới không còn nhìn vào biến động giá ngắn hạn.

Thế giới đang nhìn vào những người đang kiến tạo hệ thống dài hạn.

Lịch sử chỉ ghi nhớ hai nhóm người:

Những người định hình thời đại—

và những người bỏ lỡ nó.

Co-Founder & CMO Jackson Neo Công Bố 2026: Từ Thanh Toán Đến Quy Mô Quốc Gia

Nếu năm 2025 là giai đoạn đầu tiên:

B2C — Crypto payment đến với người dùng đại chúng

Thì năm 2026 sẽ là sự bùng nổ ở cấp độ tiếp theo:

B2B — Mở Ra Lớp Thanh Toán Cho Giao Dịch Năng Lượng & Logistics Toàn Cầu

Trong năm 2026, PWC sẽ chính thức kết nối với các công ty năng lượng và hệ thống giao dịch năng lượng.

Thanh toán sẽ bước vào trung tâm của:

  • Năng lượng
  • Logistics
  • Thương mại toàn cầu

Bởi vì thị trường lớn nhất trong tương lai không chỉ là hàng hóa.

Đó là năng lượng.

Và PWC sẽ trở thành đường ray thanh toán cho nó.

B2G — Tiến Vào Hạ Tầng Thanh Toán Cấp Chính Phủ

Quan trọng hơn nữa…

Năm nay, PWC sẽ kết nối với hệ thống thanh toán phạt hành chính của chính phủ Abu Dhabi.

Chính thức mở ra:

B2G — Hạ tầng thanh toán Doanh nghiệp – Chính phủ

Điều này có nghĩa:

PWC không chỉ phục vụ người dùng.

PWC đang tiến vào các kịch bản cấp quốc gia.

Và cộng đồng toàn cầu của chúng ta sẽ cùng đến Abu Dhabi—

để chứng kiến chương tiếp theo của sự phát triển.

Sau PWC ONE, Thế Giới Sẽ Không Còn Hỏi: “PWC Có Thật Không?”

Thế giới sẽ không còn hỏi:

“PayWithCrypto có thật không?”

Thế giới sẽ chỉ hỏi một điều duy nhất:

Bạn đã tham gia sớm đến mức nào?

Bởi vì PWC ONE chưa bao giờ chỉ là một bữa tiệc thường niên.

Nó đại diện cho:

One Platform.

One App.

One Mission.

One Vision.

Và nó đại diện cho:

One for All.

All in One.

PWC ONE không phải là kết thúc.

Đó là khoảnh khắc tương lai được kích hoạt.

Và chương tiếp theo—

sẽ không chờ bất kỳ ai.

Source: Crypto Insider

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Davis Commodities Shareholders Approve Share Consolidation to Boost Share Price and Market Standing https://thegbm.com/davis-commodities-shareholders-approve-share-consolidation-to-boost-share-price-and-market-standing/ Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0000 https://thegbm.com/davis-commodities-shareholders-approve-share-consolidation-to-boost-share-price-and-market-standing SINGAPORE, Feb. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Davis Commodities Limited (“Davis Commodities” or the “Company”) announced that shareholders have approved a share consolidation proposal at an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held on February 4, 2026, at Genting Hotel Jurong in Singapore. The measure is aimed at increasing the Company’s share price, regaining compliance with minimum bid price requirements, enhancing market credibility and investor confidence, and moderating excessive share price volatility.

​The approved resolution authorized the consolidation of both Class A and Class B ordinary shares of the Company. The board of directors resolved on February 5, 2026 to implement the share consolidation at a ratio of 20‑for‑1 with immediate effect. The effective date of the trading of the consolidated shares on the Nasdaq Capital Market (“Nasdaq”) is expected to be on or about February 16, 2026 subject to confirmation by Nasdaq and the completion of the relevant procedures. The board is also authorized to deal with any fractional entitlements arising from the share consolidation, including by capitalizing reserves or profits and issuing additional shares where necessary to round up fractional holdings.

​The resolution further grants the directors broad authority to take all steps required to implement the share consolidation, including any related corporate actions. Shareholders were able to vote either by proxy, via internet or mail, or in person at the EGM, with the ordinary resolution requiring a simple majority of votes cast by Class A and Class B shareholders voting together as a single class.

​The proposal passed with strong support. Holders of Class A ordinary shares cast 121,876 votes in favor, 137,089 against and 1,850 abstentions, while Class B shareholders—whose votes carry 30 votes per share—cast 495,449,430 votes in favor and none against. In total, 495,571,306 votes were cast for the resolution, 137,089 against and 1,850 abstentions, representing 97.91% of the 506,305,124 votes attached to the Company’s issued and outstanding shares.

About Davis Commodities Limited

Based in Singapore, Davis Commodities Limited is an agricultural commodity trading company that specializes in trading sugar, rice, and oil and fat products in various markets, including Asia, Africa and the Middle East. The Company sources, markets, and distributes commodities under two main brands: Maxwill and Taffy in Singapore. The Company also provides customers of its commodity offerings with complementary and ancillary services, such as warehouse handling and storage and logistics services. The Company utilizes an established global network of third-party commodity suppliers and logistics service providers to distribute sugar, rice, and oil and fat products to customers in over 20 countries.

For more information, visit https://ir.daviscl.com

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements, within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements generally can be identified by terms such as “believe,” “project,” “predict,” “budget,” “forecast,” “continue,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “intend,” “strategy,” “future,” “opportunity,” “plan,” “may,” “could,” “should,” “will,” “would,” and similar expressions or negative versions of those expressions.

Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections, and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, therefore, subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this press release. The Company’s filings with the SEC identify and discuss other important risks and uncertainties that could cause events and results to differ materially from those indicated in these forward-looking statements.

Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon forward-looking statements. Davis Commodities Limited assumes no obligation, and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.


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ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR RIGHTS COUNSEL, Encourages Smart Digital Group Ltd. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – SDM https://thegbm.com/rosen-global-investor-rights-counsel-encourages-smart-digital-group-ltd-investors-to-secure-counsel-before-important-deadline-in-securities-class-action-sdm/ Sat, 07 Feb 2026 03:27:00 +0000 https://thegbm.com/rosen-global-investor-rights-counsel-encourages-smart-digital-group-ltd-investors-to-secure-counsel-before-important-deadline-in-securities-class-action-sdm NEW YORK, Feb. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Smart Digital Group Ltd. (NASDAQ: SDM) between May 5, 2025 and September 26, 2025 at 9:34 AM EST, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important March 16, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased SDM securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the SDM class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=50638 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email case@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than March 16, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved, at that time, the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: Smart Digital describes itself as a company that provides digital marketing services. According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Smart Digital was the subject of a market manipulation and fraudulent promotion scheme involving social-media based misinformation and impersonators posing as financial professionals; (2) insiders and/or affiliates used and/or intended to use offshore or nominee accounts to facilitate the coordinated dumping of shares during a price inflation campaign; (3) Smart Digital’s public statements and risk disclosures omitted any mention of realized risk of fraudulent trading or market manipulation used to drive Smart Digital’s stock price; (4) as a result, Smart Digital securities were at unique risk of a sustained suspension in trading by either or both of the SEC and NASDAQ; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants’ positive statements about Smart Digital’s business, operations and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the SDM class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=50638 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email case@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor’s ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm, on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/.

Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

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Contact Information:

        Laurence Rosen, Esq.
        Phillip Kim, Esq.
        The Rosen Law Firm, P.A.
        275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor
        New York, NY 10016
        Tel: (212) 686-1060
        Toll Free: (866) 767-3653
        Fax: (212) 202-3827
        case@rosenlegal.com
        www.rosenlegal.com

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Stephanie Erney Joins NFM Lending as Branch Manager https://thegbm.com/stephanie-erney-joins-nfm-lending-as-branch-manager/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:29:00 +0000 https://thegbm.com/stephanie-erney-joins-nfm-lending-as-branch-manager Linthicum, MD, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NFM Lending, a leading national mortgage lender, today announced that Stephanie Erney has joined the company as Branch Manager, further strengthening the company’s commitment to serving homebuyers and homeowners throughout the mid-Atlantic area and beyond. Erney will lead local growth initiatives, expand referral partnerships, and deliver a high-touch home-financing experience for homebuyers and homeowners across the region.

“I chose NFM Lending because the company is big enough to have all the products and programs I need but small enough to feel like a true family,” said Erney. “The people are very helpful, and everyone’s main goal is to get the customers into their dream homes as quickly and efficiently as possible.”

Erney brings a strong track record in mortgage lending and branch leadership, with experience helping clients navigate purchase and refinance transactions across a wide range of loan programs. In her new role, she will focus on developing a local team, strengthening Realtor and builder partnerships, and delivering consistent, responsive communication from application through closing.

“I am excited to have Stephanie’s sales leadership,” noted Rick Roque, Corporate VP of Growth at NFM. “She is a seasoned mortgage professional and has had a long career in the industry successfully leading and managing growth. She is a welcomed member of the team and will continue to grow in her local markets.”

As Branch Manager, Erney will serve homebuyers and homeowners offering conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, and specialty programs based on borrower needs and qualifications.

For more information or to connect with Stephanie Erney, contact:

Stephanie Erney
Branch Manager
NMLS #657377
1190 Winterson Road, Suites 300 & 180
Linthicum, MD 21090
717-598-6020
serney@nfmlending.com
nfmlending.com/serney/

About NFM Lending

NFM Lending is a national mortgage lending company licensed in 49 states and the District of Columbia. The company was founded in Baltimore, Maryland, in 1998, and is known for its exceptional service, diverse loan offerings, and commitment to helping families achieve their homeownership dreams. NFM Lending and its family of companies include Main Street Home Loans, Bluprint Home Loans, Element Home Loans, Homespire Home Loans, and Creator Collective. They attribute their success in the mortgage industry to their steadfast commitment to customers and the community. For more information about NFM Lending, visit www.nfmlending.com, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.

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Aqua Labs Investments Convenes Global Institutions to Shape the Next Phase of Digital Finance in Abu Dhabi https://thegbm.com/aqua-labs-investments-convenes-global-institutions-to-shape-the-next-phase-of-digital-finance-in-abu-dhabi/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000 https://thegbm.com/aqua-labs-investments-convenes-global-institutions-to-shape-the-next-phase-of-digital-finance-in-abu-dhabi ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aqua Labs Investments, a licensed Abu Dhabi–based investment firm operating within the UAE’s regulated digital-finance ecosystem, hosted a VVIP closed-door strategic seminar focused on securing the post-quantum future of digital infrastructure and institutional finance at the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental in Abu Dhabi.

Held on 4 February 2026, the event brought together a select group of senior decision-makers and international partners, including government officials, institutional investors, financial regulators, and leaders in defense, technology and sport from the United States, Asia, Europe and the Middle East. The forum highlighted Aqua Labs’ role in aligning emerging financial technologies with the UAE’s long-term economic agenda while advancing compliant cross-border collaboration in digital infrastructure and Web3 systems.

Participants included senior institutional representatives from UAE sovereign wealth funds and investment firms, alongside international delegates from North America, Europe, and Asia spanning capital markets, family offices, technology firms and global investment organizations, underscoring the growing convergence of sovereign capital, regulated financial infrastructure and next-generation digital systems within the UAE ecosystem.

The forum also brought together government delegates and policymakers, international development stakeholders and defense and security leaders with expertise in cyber resilience and national infrastructure protection, reinforcing the importance of governance and policy alignment in enabling digital-finance systems to operate at scale.

Discussions centered on the transition from experimentation to implementation in digital finance, spanning post-quantum cybersecurity, institutional blockchain infrastructure, stablecoin settlement layers, real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, and cross-border capital deployment. Rather than a traditional conference, the forum was structured as a working session focused on deployable infrastructure, investment platforms and compliant digital-finance initiatives.

The structured program reflected the UAE’s growing focus on secure financial architecture, opening with a keynote address from Bobby Zhou, Founding Partner of Aqua Labs Investments, on the convergence of capital, power and secure digital infrastructure. Contributions included a presentation on post-quantum cybersecurity by David Carvalho, CEO of Naoris Protocol, led by Neil Callaghan, CEO of Pilot Singa, a $1 billion fund chaired by General Wesley K. Clark, former NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe and a retired four-star U.S. Army general who now advises on geopolitics, security and emerging technologies, during which the company announced its partnership with Aqua Labs Investments.

Additional discussions addressed institutional settlement and liquidity frameworks, sovereign-grade stablecoin infrastructure and real-world asset tokenization, reflecting a broader shift toward deployable, regulated financial architecture rather than speculative applications. Overall, the evening reflected the growing alignment between institutional capital, secure digital infrastructure and the policy, defense and governance frameworks required to support their deployment at scale.

Bobby Zhou, Founding Partner of Aqua Labs Investments and host and Chair of the event, said:

“The next phase of digital finance will be shaped by institutions, not speculation. We are now entering a post-quantum era that cannot be avoided, and the security assumptions underpinning today’s digital financial systems must evolve accordingly.

“Our focus is on building regulated infrastructure that sovereign funds and global investors can deploy with confidence. We are working directly with institutional partners to develop Web3 strategies rooted in transparency, governance and real economic utility. Blockchain is becoming a core layer of modern financial systems. We are not imagining the future. We are building it.”

Dave Lee, Co-Founder of Aqua Labs Investments, added:

“What we are seeing globally is a shift from experimentation to implementation. Institutions are no longer asking whether digital finance will matter, but how to integrate it responsibly within clearly governed and regulated market environments. This seminar focused on real-world deployment and the creation of compliant systems that enhance liquidity, efficiency and cross-border capital access.”

About Aqua Labs Investments

Aqua Labs Investments LLC is a licensed Abu Dhabi–based investment firm dedicated to advancing responsible digital finance. Acting as a strategic advisor, Aqua Labs Investments supports funds, companies, and investors across the Middle East and Asia seeking to engage in Web3 investments and asset tokenization.

Aqua Labs Investments bridges emerging technologies with compliant finance. Its mission is to accelerate the adoption of blockchain, real-world asset tokenization, and AI-driven financial infrastructure in line with the UAE’s Vision 2030.

Learn more at: https://aquainvest.fund/

Contact: business@aquainvest.fund

Media Enquiries: media@aquainvest.fund

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freebeat.ai Hits Growth Milestone Toward 1 Billion Seconds of Content, Dominating Music-First AI Generation https://thegbm.com/freebeat-ai-hits-growth-milestone-toward-1-billion-seconds-of-content-dominating-music-first-ai-generation/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 04:23:00 +0000 https://thegbm.com/freebeat-ai-hits-growth-milestone-toward-1-billion-seconds-of-content-dominating-music-first-ai-generation SAN FRANCISCO, CA, Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

Freebeat.ai, the Stanford-founded company that pioneered the AI music video agent category, today confirmed its dominance as the leading AI music video generator. By defining a new medium where music itself acts as the director, Freebeat.ai has moved the industry beyond the limitations of text prompts and simple beat-syncing.

For decades, “music visualization” meant one thing: simple audio-reactivity—jagged lines and geometric shapes bouncing predictably to frequency spikes. This is not intelligence; it is a reflex.

Freebeat.ai has retired this approach. The company built the first AI music video agent—a system that transforms music to video using audio alone as creative input.

The proprietary technology, built on a dedicated music-vision foundation model developed since 2021, does not react to the beat. It interprets the song. The AI listens to the emotional arc—the tension, the release, the mood—directing a coherent visual story rather than a synchronized light show. This is the difference between an AI music visualizer that responds to sound and an agent that directs meaning. Watch the Freebeat AI music video agent in action.

The Music-First Standard

“Music is a dream trapped in the beat. We give it a vision and make the story complete,” said Bruce, Co-Founder and CEO. “A video in silence is just a sequence of images, incomplete. We give it a flow, a soul, a true heartbeat. The era of the simple visualizer is over. We have built an agent that understands the artist’s intent.”

While generic video models rely on static text prompts, Freebeat.ai treats music as continuous creative direction. This audio-to-video engine has driven rapid global adoption, with the platform now scaling toward 1 billion seconds of generated content.

From Tool to Taste Intelligence

“When video generation becomes commoditized, the value shifts to knowing what to generate. That is taste intelligence, and that is the category we own,” said Henry, Co-Founder and COO. “Spotify built a $100B ecosystem letting people hear their identity. We are answering the inevitable next question: What happens when they can see it too?”

The next chapter of real-time music-first generation arrives early 2026.

About Freebeat.ai

Freebeat.ai is the creator of the AI music video agent category and the leading AI music video generator. Founded by Stanford engineers, Freebeat makes music visible—letting creators create music videos from songs with one click, using music alone as the creative prompt. Learn more at freebeat.ai.

Media Contact: press@freebeat.ai


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Canon Continues Wide Angle Optical Excellence with Launch of RF7-14mm F2.8-3.5 L Fisheye STM Zoom Lens and RF14mm F1.4 L VCM Prime Lens https://thegbm.com/canon-continues-wide-angle-optical-excellence-with-launch-of-rf7-14mm-f2-8-3-5-l-fisheye-stm-zoom-lens-and-rf14mm-f1-4-l-vcm-prime-lens/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 04:05:00 +0000 https://thegbm.com/canon-continues-wide-angle-optical-excellence-with-launch-of-rf7-14mm-f2-8-3-5-l-fisheye-stm-zoom-lens-and-rf14mm-f1-4-l-vcm-prime-lens Melville, NY, Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the launch of the RF7-14mm F2.8-3.5 L Fisheye STM zoom lens and the RF14mm F1.4 L VCM prime lens. Building on Canon’s legacy of innovative optics, these new RF-mount lenses expand the diverse lineup for professional photographers, videographers, and hybrid creators. The RF7-14mm F2.8-3.5 L Fisheye STM zoom lens introduces the world’s widest angle zoom lens1 with a 190° field of view, ideal for dynamic fisheye imagery in sports, landscapes, and virtual reality. The RF14mm F1.4 L VCM prime lens delivers Canon’s brightest ultra-wide1 angle interchangeable lens ever produced, a 14mm lens with a bright f/1.4 aperture, perfect for astro, architecture, and video applications.

Canon RF7-14mm F2.8-3.5 L Fisheye STM zoom lens redefines versatility in ultra-wide angle fisheye imaging. Continuing the heritage of the groundbreaking EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM, the world’s first fisheye zoom lens2, this new RF lens pushes boundaries further for professionals seeking impactful, distorted perspectives. It supports a wide range of unique use cases including sports, landscapes, starscapes, video, and virtual reality.

Key features include: 

  • Canon’s widest single lens3 with a maximum 190° field of view, achieving both circular 190° fisheye at 7mm (wide), and diagonal 180° fisheye at 14mm (telephoto), with its’ 7-14mm zoom range.
  • Variable maximum aperture of f/2.8 at 7mm (wide) and f/3.5 at 14mm (telephoto), brighter than its EF predecessor for enhanced low-light performance and background separation.
  • Built-in support of Canon EF-to-EOS R mount adapter drop-in filters (Clear, CPL, Variable ND) plus Lens Lock/Limit, Lens Function button and Control Ring.
  • High image quality with 5 UD lens elements, 2 replica aspheric lenses, and Air Sphere Coating (ASC) applied in 3 locations to reduce ghosting.
  • Leadscrew-type STM focus drive with position sensors for smooth, video-capable operation and reduced focus breathing (0.4% at wide, 1.5% at tele).
  • Fisheye images shot with the RF7-14mm F2.8-3.5 L STM zoom lens can be converted using Canon EOS VR Utility for viewing on a PC or head-mounted display. Conversion of 2D VR images is possible with cameras such as: EOS R5C, EOS R5 Mark II, EOS R5, EOS R6 Mark II.

This lens appeals to professional photographers and videographers seeking dynamic imagery and VR studios desiring a lens for monoscopic shooting, offering wider angle zoom, brighter aperture, and more video capabilities than the EF 8-15mm. 

The Canon RF14mm F1.4 L VCM prime lens empowers professional photographers, and hybrid creators with Canon’s brightest ultra-wide-angle interchangeable lens ever produced, an extremely compact and lightweight ultra-wide lens with incredible optical performance.  Updating the legacy of the EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM, this lens provides ultra-wide angle views with a fast f/1.4 aperture and controlled distortion and rectilinear characteristics from the center to image. It’s designed for pro still photographers capturing landscape, astro, and starscape imagery, as well as architectural and real estate shooters, and videographers and time-lapse creators.

Key features include: 

  • Canon’s brightest ultra-wide-angle (14mm) interchangeable lens for hybrid Photo / Video use.
  • Ultra-wide 14mm prime with f/1.4 aperture for outstanding low-light performance and background separation, brighter aperture than the EF 14mm f/2.8. Dual VCM (Voice Coil Motor) focusing for fast, precise autofocus in photo and video, with reduced focus breathing (3.0%, or 2.3% up to f/20).
  • Compact and light weight at 4.4” (L) x 3.0” (D) and just 1.27lbs, providing a similar size, weight and design complimenting the comprehensive F1.4 L-series lens series (RF20mm/24mm/35mm/50mm/85mm F1.4 L VCM lenses). 
  • Amazing optics for high image quality and sharp rendering of point light sources with Canon’s first Fluorite element in an ultra-wide-angle lens, and featuring BR Optics, 1 UD lens, and 3 GMo aspheric lenses, plus Sub-wavelength coating in 1 location and Air Sphere coating in 2 for minimized ghosting.
  • 11-blade aperture for smooth, circular bokeh.
  • Iris ring compatible with EOS R1, EOS R5 Mark II, and EOS R6 Mark III cameras; plus Lens Function button and Control Ring.

Availability
The Canon RF7-14mm F2.8-3.5 L Fisheye STM zoom lens and RF14mm F1.4 L VCM prime lens are currently expected to be available by the end of February 2026, for estimated retail prices of $1,899.00 and $2,599.00 respectively4. For more information about Canon’s latest innovations and products, please visit www.usa.canon.com.

About Canon U.S.A. Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc. is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean markets. With approximately $28.5 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc., as of 2025 has ranked in the top-10 for U.S. patents granted for 42 consecutive years5. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. To learn more about Canon, visit www.usa.canon.com and connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/canonusa.

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1 As of February 3, 2026 according to Canon data
2 As of August 23, 2010 according to Canon data
3 Among full-frame lenses manufactured by Canon with a focal length wider than 20mm
4 Specifications, availability and prices are subject to change without notice.
5 Based on patent counts issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office and compiled by IFI CLAIMS Patent Services.


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Klarna Group plc Notice of February 20, 2026 Application Deadline for Class Action Lawsuit – Contact Lewis Kahn, Esq. at Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC, Before Application Deadline https://thegbm.com/klarna-group-plc-notice-of-february-20-2026-application-deadline-for-class-action-lawsuit-contact-lewis-kahn-esq-at-kahn-swick-foti-llc-before-application-deadline/ Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:01:00 +0000 https://thegbm.com/klarna-group-plc-notice-of-february-20-2026-application-deadline-for-class-action-lawsuit-contact-lewis-kahn-esq-at-kahn-swick-foti-llc-before-application-deadline NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., notifies investors in Klarna Group plc (“Klarna” or the “Company”) (NYSE: KLAR) of a class action securities lawsuit.

CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of investors of Klarna who were adversely affected if they purchased the Company’s securities pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and related prospectus (collectively, the “Registration Statement”) issued in connection with Klarna’s September 2025 initial public offering (the “IPO”). Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:

https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nyse-klar/

Klarna investors should contact KSF Managing Partner Lewis Kahn toll-free at 1-877-515-1850 or via email (lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com), or visit https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nyse-klar/ to learn more.

CASE DETAILS: According to the Complaint, Klarna and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information in the Registration Statement, violating federal securities laws. The alleged false and misleading statements and omissions include, but are not limited to, that: (i) the Company materially understated the risk that its loss reserves would materially increase within a few months of the IPO, which they either knew of or should have known of given the risk profile of many individuals agreeing to the Company’s buy now, pay later (“BNPL”) loans; and (ii) as a result, defendants’ public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times and negligently prepared. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

The case is Nayak v Klarna Group Plc., et al., No. 25-cv-7033.

WHAT TO DO? If you invested in Klarna and suffered a loss during the relevant time frame, you have until February 20, 2026 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff; however, your ability to share in any recovery does not require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.

About Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC

KSF, whose partners include former Louisiana Attorney General Charles C. Foti, Jr., is one of the nation’s premier boutique securities litigation law firms. This past year, KSF was ranked by SCAS among the top 10 firms nationally based upon total settlement value. KSF serves a variety of clients, including public and private institutional investors, and retail investors – in seeking recoveries for investment losses emanating from corporate fraud or malfeasance by publicly traded companies. KSF has offices in New York, Delaware, California, Louisiana, Chicago, and a representative office in Luxembourg.

TOP 10 Plaintiff Law Firms – According to ISS Securities Class Action Services

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lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com
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Electronic Lab Notebook Market to Reach USD 1.30 Billion by 2035, Driven by Digital Transformation in Research Documentation | Report by SNS Insider https://thegbm.com/electronic-lab-notebook-market-to-reach-usd-1-30-billion-by-2035-driven-by-digital-transformation-in-research-documentation-report-by-sns-insider/ Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000 https://thegbm.com/electronic-lab-notebook-market-to-reach-usd-1-30-billion-by-2035-driven-by-digital-transformation-in-research-documentation-report-by-sns-insider Austin, Feb. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Electronic Lab Notebook Market size is valued at USD 0.67 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 1.30 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 7.00% over the forecast period (2026-2035).

The market for electronic lab notebooks (ELNs) is expanding as a result of rising demand for digital solutions that improve data accuracy, expedite research documentation, and guarantee regulatory compliance.

Electronic Lab Notebook Market

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The U.S. Electronic Lab Notebook Market size is valued at USD 0.22 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 0.41 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.81% over 2026-2035. The market is developing due to increased demand for digital solutions that improve data accuracy, collaboration, and regulatory compliance in research labs.

Segmentation Analysis: 

By Product 

Cross-disciplinary ELNs led with 58% share due to their flexibility across multiple scientific workflows, including chemistry, biology, materials science, and clinical research. Specific or domain-focused ELNs are experiencing rapid growth as laboratories demand tailored functionality for specialized workflows.  

By Solution 

Lab Informatics Solutions led with 55% share as they form the backbone of digital laboratory operations. Quality management solutions are the fastest-growing ELN segment, driven by increasing regulatory scrutiny and the need for audit-ready documentation. 

By Delivery Mode 

Web-hosted/Cloud-based ELNs led with 62% share and are also the fastest-growing segment due to their scalability, remote accessibility, and lower infrastructure requirements. Cloud deployment supports rapid implementation and cost efficiency, making it attractive to both large enterprises and smaller laboratories. 

By End-Use 

Life Sciences led with 43% share due to their robust feature sets, enterprise-grade security, and dedicated vendor support. Open-license ELNs are the fastest-growing segment as academic institutions, startups, and smaller labs increasingly adopt cost-effective, flexible solutions. 

By License 

Proprietary ELNs led with 66% share due to their robust feature sets, enterprise-grade security, and dedicated vendor support. Open-license ELNs are the fastest-growing segment as academic institutions, startups, and smaller labs increasingly adopt cost-effective, flexible solutions. 

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Regional Insights:  

Due to the widespread use of digital laboratory workflows, significant R&D expenditures in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, and the existence of top ELN suppliers, North America held a 40.50% market share in 2025.

Asia Pacific is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of about 8.28% from 2026–2035, driven by expanding pharmaceutical manufacturing, rising clinical research activities, and increasing digitalization of laboratories.

Growing Adoption of Digital Transformation in Laboratories to Boost Market Expansion Globally 

Laboratories throughout pharmaceutical, biotechnology, academic, and industrial sectors are progressively using digital tools to boost productivity and streamline data administration. Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELNs) allow structured, searchable, and centralized storage of experimental data, replacing traditional paper notebooks. The need to improve cooperation, decrease manual errors, and shorten research deadlines is driving adoption. Furthermore, ELNs enable smooth processes by facilitating integration with cloud platforms, laboratory instruments, and laboratory information management systems (LIMS). The global push for operational efficiency, digital transformation, and real-time data access is considerably propelling ELN market expansion. 

Key Players:

  • Revvity, Inc.
  • Dassault Systèmes SE
  • Benchling, Inc.
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
  • Waters Corporation
  • ID Business Solutions (IDBS) Ltd.
  • STARLIMS Corporation
  • LabVantage Solutions, Inc.
  • LabLynx, Inc.
  • Agilent Technologies, Inc.
  • LabWare, Inc.
  • Eppendorf SE
  • Lab-Ally LLC
  • Labforward GmbH
  • Labii Inc.
  • Abbott Laboratories
  • Arxspan, LLC (Bruker)
  • Carl Zeiss AG
  • Codon Software Pvt Ltd
  • SciNote LLC

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Recent Developments: 

April 2024, Revvity (spun off from PerkinElmer in 2023) launched Revvity Signals ELN, a next-generation cloud-based electronic lab notebook integrated with its Signals Analytics Platform.  

October 2023, Dassault Systèmes enhanced its BIOVIA Notebook as part of the 3DEXPERIENCE Lab suite, introducing a “Digital Twin of the Experiment” that links ELN entries to molecular structures, protocols, and instrument data. 

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CGTN: More than a journey: How Spring Festival travel rush reflects a changing China https://thegbm.com/cgtn-more-than-a-journey-how-spring-festival-travel-rush-reflects-a-changing-china/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:07:00 +0000 https://thegbm.com/cgtn-more-than-a-journey-how-spring-festival-travel-rush-reflects-a-changing-china The 2026 Spring Festival travel rush begins on February 2 and will run for 40 days, ending on March 13. Ahead of this annual migration, CGTN published a feature article exploring how the event has transcended its role as a transport phenomenon, becoming a unique lens through which to view China’s social transformation.

BEIJING, Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Under the glow of floodlights at a maintenance base in Nanchang, east China’s Jiangxi Province, rows of silver bullet trains stand in perfect formation. From above, the assembly resembles a fleet of land-based aircraft carriers ready for service.

This is one of the launchpads across China for the world’s largest human migration: chunyun. The 40-day annual Spring Festival travel rush officially begins at the stroke of midnight on February 2, ahead of the country’s most important holiday.

This year, chunyun is set to shatter all previous records. Official estimates predict a staggering 9.5 billion inter-regional passenger trips over the 40-day period, which runs through March 13.

Driven by a nine-day holiday, the longest in recent memory, the 2026 rush is more than a logistical feat; it is a vivid window into China’s social transformation.

Resilience of Chinese logistics
As with every year, the 2026 chunyun stands as a spectacle of logistics. Officials project that self-driving will remain the dominant mode of transport, accounting for roughly 80 percent of all trips. Meanwhile, rail and civil aviation are expected to reach historic peaks, with passenger volumes hitting 540 million and 95 million, respectively.

Behind these numbers lies a sophisticated, multi-tiered infrastructure. To support the surge in electric vehicles, the Ministry of Transport has expanded the highway charging network to 71,500 charging points. Travelers can use a special mini-program to monitor real-time charger availability, while mobile emergency charging units have been deployed during peak hours.

Complementing the highways, China’s railway system – now bolstered by a high-speed network exceeding 50,000 kilometers – utilizes advanced ticketing and extensive infrastructure to ensure a seamless, high-capacity journey.

Safety remains the ultimate priority. As cold fronts threaten northern and central regions with snow and ice, the China Meteorological Administration and emergency departments have pre-positioned de-icing equipment and specialized rescue teams. High-tech tools, including drones and helicopters, stand ready for rapid response. Officials say chunyun coordination is a massive operation involving more than 20 government departments.

Heartwarming service
In a deeper commitment to passenger comfort, this year’s travel rush features more “heartwarming services” catering to the diverse needs of millions, transforming a massive migration into a personalized experience.

A key highlight is the expansion of “quiet carriages.” Now available on over 8,000 high-speed trains, these carriages offer a haven for passengers seeking a peaceful journey. Broadcast volumes are capped at 40 percent, and crew members provide “silent” service, replacing loud announcements with gentle assistance. Staff also offer free disposable earplugs and fun packs, including picture books, to keep young children entertained and calm.

At major airports and rail stations, efforts are underway to close the digital divide. Central to this are “Silver Hair” services, allowing seniors to travel with dignity and ease. At Shijiazhuang Airport in north China, for instance, travelers aged 80 and above enjoy priority check-in and boarding.

Travel is also becoming more inclusive for families, including their four-legged members. In central China’s Henan Province, “Pet Rail” services have expanded from one station to four, allowing travelers to book specialized transport crates via the 12306 app.

The Chinese New Year
The vast movement of people during chunyun is a collective journey home, culminating in the Spring Festival, also known as the Chinese New Year, which falls on February 17 this year. Rooted in Chinese culture with celebrations of various forms, the festival marks the first day of the lunar calendar and symbolizes renewal and family unity. It carries a universal resonance of hope and aspirations for a better life.

Core customs – family reunions, red decorations symbolizing prosperity, wishes for good fortune, festive family feasts, and creating traditional crafts such as lanterns – captivate cultural enthusiasts worldwide with their unique approach to welcoming the new year.

Each year, the “Spring Festival Gala,” an annual TV program broadcast live by China Media Group and watched by billions worldwide, epitomizes China’s cultural appeal. With three rehearsals completed, the 2026 gala will continue to take shape in a festive and uplifting atmosphere, vividly reflecting China’s dynamism in a new era.

On Chinese New Year’s Eve, CGTN also presented its flagship live special, “Super Night.” The program offered companion-style commentary on the CMG Spring Festival Gala in five languages – English, Spanish, French, Arabic and Russian – alongside a range of original features. These segments vividly showcased aspects of Chinese culture that captivate overseas audiences, including Spring Festival customs, intangible cultural heritage and traditional opera, helping global viewers better grasp the essence of Chinese culture and connect with it emotionally.

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