EARTHDAILY CONSTELLATION REACHES SATELLITE MILESTONE FOR COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS

KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- EarthDaily, a global Earth observation company, has successfully established initial contact with EDC-08 following its launch aboard SpaceX's Transporter-17 mission on July 7.

The milestone marks Launch III for the EarthDaily Constellation and brings the system to the satellite count required for commercial operations, expected later this year, according to a statement.

“EDC-08 reaching orbit and establishing initial contact is another important step in the disciplined deployment of the EarthDaily Constellation.

“With eight satellites now in orbit, seven progressing through commissioning, and initial imagery returning from the May launch, the system is performing as expected,” said EarthDaily Chief Executive Officer, Don Osborne.

Like each spacecraft in the EarthDaily Constellation, EDC-08 carries 16 imagers collecting data across 22 spectral bands, providing the system with the spectral depth and imaging capacity needed to support consistent and comparable measurements across regions, seasons and time.

The latest launch follows the deployment of EDC-02 to EDC-07 in May, with the satellites now progressing through commissioning and returning initial imagery that provides an early indication of system performance.

Purpose-built for broad-area change detection, the EarthDaily Constellation is designed to deliver globally consistent, calibrated daily measurement of the planet. Its imagery is designed to work with EarthDaily's automated change detection analytics to identify meaningful changes across wide areas.

As additional satellites prepare for launch, the constellation is advancing towards daily global land coverage, providing a continuous measurement layer to monitor changes across sectors, including defence and security, agriculture, natural resources, climate resilience and infrastructure.

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DEWA LAUNCHES INTERNATIONAL ARM TO EXPAND GLOBAL ENERGY AND WATER PROJECTS

DEWA International launched as a wholly owned independent subsidiary of DEWA to develop global energy and water projects (Photo: AETOSWire)

KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced the establishment of DEWA International, its wholly owned independent subsidiary, to develop conventional and clean energy projects worldwide and export Dubai’s successful energy and water infrastructure model to global markets.

Dubai Supreme Council of Energy Chairman, Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum said Dubai has firmly established itself as a leading international benchmark through world-class infrastructure, particularly in the energy and water sectors.

In a statement, Sheikh Ahmed said the launch of DEWA International marks a strategic step towards extending this successful model to global markets and strengthening Dubai’s position as a source of knowledge and expertise in energy, water, sustainability and digital transformation.

Meanwhile, DEWA Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer said DEWA has powered Dubai’s growth for decades through high performance and efficiency.

“Now, we rank first globally in 13 key utility performance indicators and two regional benchmarks across generation, transmission, distribution and customer service. Our financial strength provides real strategic freedom through sustained revenue growth, strong margins and significant investing capacity,” said Saeed Mohammed.

He added that DEWA International will develop power and water projects using advanced technologies in partnership with leading organisations worldwide, with work already underway to identify opportunities, build a project pipeline and establish strategic partnerships.

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SIBS@ASEAN 2026 BANDUNG EDITION STRENGTHENS SELANGOR–WEST JAVA REGIONAL ECONOMIC COLLABORATION

From left to right: Yth. Bapak H. Muhammad Farhan, Mayor of Bandung, Yth. Bapak H. Erwan Setiawan, Vice Governor of West Java, YAB Dato’ Seri Amirudin bin Shari, Dato’ Menteri Besar Selangor (Chief Minister of Selangor) and YB Tuan Ng Sze Han, Selangor State Executive Council for Investment, Trade & Mobility.

The official launch SIBS@ASEAN in Bandung Indonesia

BANDUNG, July 10 (Bernama) -- The State Government of Selangor (Malaysia) and the Provincial Government of West Java (Indonesia) have officially launched the inaugural SIBS@ASEAN 2026 Bandung Edition on 9 July 2026. Hosted at the Pullman Grand Central Bandung, this milestone event marks a significant leap forward in expanding Selangor’s flagship business platform into the ASEAN region whilst cementing a robust cross-border economic alliance between Selangor and West Java.

Invest Selangor Berhad (ISB) as the organiser of the program, with the assistance from the Department of Investment and One-Stop Integrated Services (DPMPSTP) of West Java Province, and other key partners such as Invest Bandung, Malaysia Chambers of Commerce & Industry (MCCI), KADIN Jawa Barat, HIPMI Jaya, coordinated the two-day regional summit from 9 to 10 July 2026, which aims to unlock opportunities in bilateral trade and investment relations, drive industrial investments, and foster long-term partnerships between the two dynamic economic powerhouses.

Reflecting a powerful and steadily growing bilateral commitment to regional economic growth, the event successfully drew an expanding turnout of more than 400 delegates, comprising 225 delegates from Malaysia and 200 delegates from Indonesia.

Running parallel with SIBS@ASEAN 2026 Bandung Edition is the Selangor Medical Tourism and Education Expo, organised in partnership with Tourism Selangor and Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS). The expo features a specialised two-day exhibition showcasing 30 booths dedicated to positioning both regions as premier destinations for advanced healthcare, wellness, and higher education.

Exhibiting Organisations
Sector:Medical Tourism

Featured Exhibitors / Institutions:
Subang Jaya Medical Centre (SJMC), Sunway Medical Centre Sunway City Kuala Lumpur, Cardiac Vascular Sentral Kuala Lumpur & PICASO Hospital, Le Meridien Petaling Jaya, Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital, MSU Medical Centre, Selgate Specialist Hospital Rawang, Beacon Hospital, Kajang Plaza Medical Centre, KPJ Rawang Specialist Hospital, Monkeys Canopy Resort, Association of Malaysian Spas (AMSPA), Tourism Selangor and Wanita Berdaya Selangor (WBS)

Sector: Education
Featured Exhibitors / Institutions:

Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL), East West International College, Universiti Selangor (UNISEL), Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN), Taylor’s University, Universiti MAIWP, Universiti Poly--Tech MARA (UPTM), Kolej Uniti, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), MDIS Malaysia International College, Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP), Universiti Islam Selangor, UCSI University, Selangor Technical Skills Development Centre (STDC), Universiti Utara Malaysia and
Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS)

SIBS@ASEAN 2026 Bandung Edition commenced with Welcome Addresses from Yth. Bapak H. Muhammad Farhan (Wali Kota Bandung) and YB Mr. Ng Sze Han (Selangor State Executive Council Member for Investment, Trade, and Mobility), followed by Special Keynote Addresses by the leadership heads of both states;; Yth. Bapak H. Erwan Setiawan (Vice Governor of West Java) and YAB Dato’ Seri Amirudin bin Shari (Dato’ Menteri Besar Selangor) both underscoring the necessity of collaboration and strategic partnership between the two prime growth areas in the ASEAN region.

The event also witnessed the official exchange of memorandum of understanding documents that covers strategic partnerships, driving institutional collaboration across public and private sectors:

1. WBS and The Ministry of National Development Planning (BAPPENAS)
2. Wanita Berdaya Selangor, Caregivers Academy International Group, LPK Darmawan Lembaga Pelatihan Kerja and PT Rukun Sahabat Senior Living
3. ASEAN Future Workforce Council (AFWC) with Kadin Jawa Barat
4. Tourism Selangor with Batik Air Bandung
5. Tourism Selangor with Association of The Indonesian Tours and Travel Agencies (ASITA)
6. Universiti Selangor (UNISEL) with Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB)
7. Malaysia Chamber of Commerce Indonesia (MCCI) with Bank BJB

Letter of Intent (LoI) Exchange Ceremony:
1. GreatAsic Technology with Indonesia Chip Design Collaborative Center (ICDeC)

Special Presentations and Industries Insights
· Investment Opportunities and Key Industries: Exclusive presentations highlighted high--potential investment corridors. Key frameworks were outlined by Bapak Dr. H. Dedi Taufik (Head of the Department of Investment and One-Stop Integrated Services of West Java Province) and Bapak Helmy Yahya (Executive Head of the Rebana Metropolitan Management Agency), both shared insights into West Java’s strategic infrastructure masterplans. Complementing this, YBhg. Mej (K) Dato’ Ts. Saipolyazan M Yusop (Group CEO of Menteri Besar Selangor Incorporated) presented Selangor's strategic blueprint as key industry enabler and premier regional partner.
· Panel Discussions (ASEAN Supply Chain Integration and Talent Landscapes): The first panel session highlighted the potential of complimentary supply chain ecosystem in the region, and how Malaysia and Indonesia could lead the way, whereas the second panel discussed on the ever-challenging talent cross border movement across the region. Key panellists include Ms Nurdiana Darus – Director Communication, Corporate Affairs, Sustainability, Unilever Indonesia, Dato’ J. Palaniappan (ASEAN Future Workforce Council), Dr Venkatachalam Anbumozhi – Director of Research Strategy and Innovations, Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) and Mr. Christ Panogari (Innovation Factory) moderated by Dr. Ong Kian Ming (RGE Malaysia/Former Deputy Minister of MITI Malaysia and Ibu Hj. Masrura Ram Idjal, KADIN West Java.
· Financial Landscapes: CIMB Niaga and Bank BJB also took that stage in presenting the business and financial landscape in ASEAN in particularly in the context of Malaysia and Indonesia.

Day 2: Immersive Industry Site Visits
On 10 July, the Selangor delegation engaged in comprehensive site visits across West Java's industrial hubs to explore collaborative deployment across six key economic sectors:
· Aerospace, Rail & Mobility: Delegates engaged with leading strategic transportation operators, regional infrastructure networks, and urban rail projects to explore cross-border infrastructure connectivity.
· Creative Industry: Exploration of innovation-driven companies, highlighting growing regional strengths in digital content production, animation, and creative technology.
· Energy & Utilities: Focus on sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy initiatives, highlighting commitments to advancing clean energy and waste-to-energy solutions.
· Property Development: Engagements with key regional planning and development agencies, offering strategic insights into urban planning, township development, and future commercial investment ecosystems.
· Technology: Technical insights into high-growth digital ecosystems, showcasing regional innovation hubs, technology parks, and environments driving entrepreneurship and smart city development.

The successful execution of the SIBS@ASEAN 2026 Bandung Edition establishes a robust blueprint for future sub-regional collaboration. Building on this momentum, the State Government of Selangor and the Provincial Government of West Java invite international business leaders, investors, and stakeholders to further these partnerships at the main Selangor International Business Summit (SIBS) 2026, scheduled from 14 to 17 October 2026 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), Malaysia.

About Invest Selangor

Invest Selangor Berhad is the Selangor State Government’s investment promotion agency, facilitating business growth and investment opportunities in Malaysia’s most developed and competitive state. As a one-stop centre, it provides advisory services, market insights, and facilitation for local and international investors looking to establish or expand in Selangor— the gateway to ASEAN.

With a strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and a thriving business ecosystem, Selangor continues to attract high-value investments across diverse industries, reinforcing its position as Malaysia’s economic powerhouse. Since 1999, Invest Selangor has successfully facilitated over 7,069 manufacturing projects, contributing to the creation of 508,316 jobs and securing more than RM256.6 billion in investments.

Invest Selangor also drives the Selangor International Business Summit (SIBS) and the Selangor Aerospace Summit (SAS), key platforms connecting industry leaders, policymakers, and entrepreneurs across ASEAN and beyond. Through strategic initiatives, it remains committed to a resilient, sustainable, and innovative economy, reinforcing Selangor as the preferred destination for global investors.

For Selangor investment enquiries, please visit www.investselangor.my

SOURCE: Invest Selangor Berhad

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Name: Nur Azyyana Abu Bakar
Email: azyyana@investselangor.my

Name: Maryani Binti Mat Saad
Email: maryani@investselangor.my

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Liberty General Insurance Wins Digital Insurance Initiative of the Year – Malaysia at the Insurance Asia Awards 2026

From left to right:
Steven Goh (Head of Insurance, KPMG Singapore), Thinagaran Ramasamy (Vice President, Digital, Liberty General Insurance Berhad), Sabri Abd Rahman (Specialist, Digital, Liberty General Insurance Berhad), Nasri Abdul Hamid (Specialist, Digital & Enterprise Solutions, Liberty General Insurance Berhad)

Recognition underscores Liberty's successful digital transformation through the development of its proprietary in-house insurance platform

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Liberty General Insurance Berhad (Liberty) has been awarded Digital Insurance Initiative of the Year – Malaysia at the Insurance Asia Awards 2026, recognising the company's digital transformation through the successful development of its proprietary in-house insurance platform, designed to deliver a faster, more seamless and customer-centric insurance experience.

The recognition reflects Liberty's strategic investment in building and owning its digital ecosystem following the successful integration of its businesses in Malaysia. By transitioning from third-party platforms to an internally developed digital portal, Liberty has strengthened its ability to innovate, enhance customer experiences, and respond more effectively to evolving market needs.

Designed with a customer-first approach, the platform delivers a seamless, mobile-first experience that enables customers to obtain quotations, purchase and renew motor insurance within minutes. Integrated in real-time with Liberty’s core systems, it streamlines the insurance journey while improving speed, accessibility and overall customer convenience.

According to Liberty General Insurance Berhad Chief Distribution Officer, Grace Quah, the recognition reflects the company’s commitment to delivering meaningful innovation that improves how customers interact with insurance.

“Winning Digital Insurance Initiative of the Year – Malaysia is a proud milestone for Liberty and a testament to our transformation journey. By investing in our own digital capabilities, we have created a platform that delivers a simpler, faster and more intuitive experience for customers while giving us the agility to continuously enhance our digital offering as customer expectations continue to evolve,” said Grace Quah.

Ganesan Vaithilingam, Chief Information Officer at Liberty General Insurance Berhad, said that the success of the initiative is underpinned by the robust technology infrastructure developed to support the platform.

"Building our platform in-house gives us greater control over how we innovate and evolve our digital capabilities. With real-time integration across our core systems, we can introduce new features more efficiently, enhance platform performance and respond more quickly to changing customer and business needs. More importantly, it provides a strong technological foundation that supports Liberty's long-term digital growth," said Ganesan.

Since its launch, the platform has delivered measured business outcomes, including stronger digital engagement, higher conversion rates, growth in online Gross Written Premium (GWP) and improved customer satisfaction.

The Insurance Asia Awards is one of the region’s leading awards programmes, recognising insurers that demonstrate excellence, innovation and meaningful impact across the Asia-Pacific insurance industry.

The recognition reinforces Liberty's commitment to continuously enhancing its digital capabilities and delivering insurance solutions that are simpler, more relevant and more accessible for Malaysians. As the company continues its transformation journey, it remains focused on leveraging technology to create better customer experiences and drive long-term sustainable growth.

For more information about Liberty General Insurance Berhad and its services, please visit www.libertyinsurance.com.my.

SOURCE: Liberty General Insurance Berhad

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Name: Haliza Hisham
Vice President
Brand & Marketing
Tel: +603 2619 9971
Email: halizah@libertyinsurance.com.my

Name: Nur Qistina
Specialist
Brand & Marketing
Tel: +603 2619 9873
Email: nurqistina@libertyinsurance.com.my



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AscentHR Expands Regional Payroll Capabilities With OS HRS Acquisition

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- AscentHR, a human resources (HR) technology, payroll, compliance, and workforce solutions provider, has acquired OS HRS to expand its regional payroll capabilities across countries, enhancing support for multinational enterprises across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) and the Middle East.

The combined organisation will provide deep local compliance expertise backed by in-country specialists, HR technology and enterprise platform integration, faster regional payroll implementations, and native-language support and responsive customer service.

AscentHR in a statement said the acquisition was completed through a single-stage transaction under which it acquired 100 per cent of the equity share capital of OS HRS Malaysia, OS HRS Japan, and OS HRS India from BREXA Inc.

The company’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Subramanyam Sreenivasaiah said the acquisition marked an important milestone in AscentHR's vision of building a leading regional payroll and workforce solutions platform.

“Together, we are creating a stronger organisation with expanded capabilities, enhanced regional reach, and the ability to deliver greater value to customers across APAC,” he added.

The acquisition significantly strengthens AscentHR’s regional presence and in-country operations across key markets, including India, Japan, China, Malaysia, Korea, and Singapore.

The integration, which will be carried out in a phased manner, combines AscentHR's HR technology, managed services, and compliance capabilities with OS HRS' established payroll operations and regional delivery expertise.

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EIG'S MIDOCEAN SECURES US$1.13 BLN INVESTMENT FROM PRIVATE DEPARTMENT

Private Department of Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan Invests in MidOcean Energy and Forms Strategic Partnership with EIG

KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Bernama) -- EIG, an institutional investor in the global energy and infrastructure sectors, announced that its liquefied natural gas (LNG) company, MidOcean Energy (MidOcean), has secured a US$1.13 billion investment from the Private Department of Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan (Private Department). (US$1=RM4.07)

The Private Department also established a strategic partnership with EIG, focusing on capital aggregation, investment origination and the development of institutional investment opportunities in the United Arab Emirates and selected regional markets.

EIG in a statement said the investment marks the Private Department's entry into the global LNG sector and the beginning of a broader strategic relationship with the company.

Through the partnership, both parties intend to collaborate on future investment opportunities across the energy and related infrastructure sectors.

“We are pleased to establish a strategic partnership with the Private Department. This relationship combines EIG's global energy investment expertise with the Private Department's regional reach, institutional relationships, and long-term investment perspective.

“We believe this creates a powerful platform for capital formation and investment across the region,” said MidOcean Chairman and EIG Chief Executive Officer, R. Blair Thomas.

The investment further strengthens MidOcean's institutional shareholder base and reflects continued confidence in its strategy to build a diversified, resilient and long-life global LNG platform.

Formed and managed by EIG, MidOcean has assembled a portfolio of LNG interests across key global markets, including Canada, Australia and Latin America, and aims to further expand its global footprint through a disciplined, value-driven investment approach.

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Vivani Medical Enters into Agreement with Novo Nordisk to Evaluate NPM-139, a Miniature, Ultra Long-Acting Semaglutide Implant for Chronic Weight Management

Novo Nordisk will conduct a non-exclusive internal evaluation of semaglutide implants prepared by Vivani 


ALAMEDA, Calif., July 8 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vivani Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: VANI) (“Vivani” or the “Company”), an innovative, biopharmaceutical company developing novel, ultra long-acting drug implants, today announced the signing of a new agreement with Novo Nordisk to enable Novo Nordisk to evaluate NPM-139, the Company’s semaglutide drug implant. NPM-139, which utilizes Vivani’s NanoPortal™ platform technology, is under development for chronic weight management. There are no exclusivity provisions for NPM-139, or Vivani’s proprietary NanoPortal technology associated with this agreement. 

Adam Mendelsohn, Ph.D., Vivani President and CEO, stated: “The new agreement announced today supporting our semaglutide implant program in chronic weight management demonstrates Novo Nordisk's interest in evaluating our technology and its lead semaglutide application. This agreement reinforces our confidence regarding the market opportunity for our GLP-1 implants under development. We believe that our NanoPortal implants under development, including NPM-139, could address a growing segment of patients who would prefer a convenient once- or twice-yearly treatment option and the peace of mind that treatment could be stopped at any time if that became necessary.”

Separately, Vivani expects to initiate a Phase 1, randomized, first-in-human study evaluating the NPM-139 semaglutide implant, with Wegovy® injections as an active comparator, in mid-2026. The study’s objectives are to characterize the safety, pharmacokinetics, and tolerability of NPM-139 to support the initiation of a Phase 2 dose-ranging study pending successful results of the Phase 1 study.

About Vivani Medical, Inc.

Leveraging its proprietary NanoPortal™ platform, Vivani develops biopharmaceutical implants designed to deliver drug molecules steadily over extended periods of time with the goal of guaranteeing adherence and improving patient tolerance to their medication. Vivani is developing a portfolio of GLP-1 based implants for metabolic diseases including obesity and type 2 diabetes. These NanoPortal implants are designed to provide patients with the opportunity to realize the full potential benefit of their medication by avoiding the numerous challenges associated with the daily or weekly administration of orals and injectables, including tolerability issues and loss of efficacy. Medication non-adherence occurs when patients do not take their medication as prescribed. This affects an alarming number of patients, approximately 50%, including those taking daily pills. For more information, please visit: www.vivani.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as: “target,” “believe,” “expect,” “will,” “may,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “would,” “positioned,” “future,” and other similar expressions that are used in this press release, including statements regarding Vivani’s business, products in development, including the therapeutic potential thereof, the planned development thereof, and its technology, strategy, cash position and financial runway. Forward-looking statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance. Instead, they are based only on Vivani’s current beliefs, expectations, and assumptions. Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of Vivani’s control. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in such statements, including, without limitation, risks of unexpected costs or delays; and risks and uncertainties associated with the development and commercialization of products and product candidates that may impact or alter anticipated business plans, strategies and objectives. Actual results and outcomes may differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should not rely on any of these forward-looking statements. The foregoing sets forth many, but not all, of the factors that could cause actual results to differ from our expectations in any forward-looking statement. There may be additional risks that the Company considers immaterial, or which are unknown. A further list and description of risks and uncertainties are more fully described in periodic filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission including the factors described in Vivani’s most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on May 13, 2026, as updated by future filings with the SEC. Any forward-looking statement made by Vivani in this press release is based only on information currently available to the Company and speaks only as of the date on which it is made. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time, whether as a result of added information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by law.

Company Contact:
Donald Dwyer
Chief Business Officer
info@vivani.com (415) 506-8462

Investor and Media Relations Contact:
Jami Taylor
Investor and Media Relations Advisor
investors@vivani.com (415) 506-8462

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/f2d15b13-32f3-42ba-afed-e1cea67006b1

SOURCE: Vivani Medical, Inc.