LANTRONIX EXPANDS EMBEDDED COMPUTE PLATFORM WITH MEDIATEK-BASED SOM SOLUTIONS

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- Lantronix Inc has announced a significant strategic expansion of its embedded compute platform through new System-on-Module (SOM) solutions based on the Genio family of System-on-Chip (SOC) platforms from MediaTek Inc.

This expansion marks a strategic step in scaling Lantronix’s embedded compute ecosystem by broadening its solutions portfolio, increasing market coverage and strengthening its ability to serve high-growth industrial and commercial Edge AI deployments.

By expanding its silicon foundation, Lantronix in a statement said it enhances its ability to deliver performance-optimised, power-efficient compute platforms across a wider range of deployment requirements and volume tiers.

Lantronix chief strategy officer, Mathi Gurusamy said: “MediaTek expands our ability to serve a distinct segment of edge AI deployments — those optimised for power efficiency, performance-to-cost ratio and scalable volume production.

“By addressing these differentiated workload requirements, we increase our total addressable market, strengthen supply resiliency and position Lantronix to win a broader range of industrial and commercial design programmes worldwide.”

The addition of MediaTek-based SOMs broadens Lantronix’s platform to address high-volume, value-optimised and power-efficient Edge AI deployments, enabling customers to access premium performance-based, efficient inferencing workloads purpose-built for scalability across industries such as industrial automation, robotics, drones and warehouse automation.

Furthermore, this expanded multi-silicon strategy enables Lantronix to capture a broader spectrum of design wins, reduce dependency risk, provide long-term platform continuity to customers and improve supply chain resiliency.

Under the agreement, Lantronix will integrate MediaTek platforms optimised to simplify AI model development and deployment while delivering advanced multimedia processing and industrial-grade capabilities while also supporting the NVIDIA TAO framework.

Lantronix will showcase a drone technology demonstration developed with Teledyne FLIR OEM at Embedded World 2026 from March 10 to 12 in Nuremberg, Germany, highlighting real-time edge intelligence in vision-driven workloads.

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Applications Are Open for ClimateLaunchpad, the World’s Largest Green Business Ideas Competition

ClimateLaunchpad 2026

SINGAPORE, March 6, 2026/AgilityPR-AsiaNet/ --

ClimateLaunchpad , the world's largest green business ideas competition by Climate KIC , has opened applications for its 2026 edition. Since 2014, the programme has supported nearly 5,000 ideas across 97 countries. This year, it is expanding its presence in Asia with Singapore hosting both the regional final and Global Grand Final for the first time. The competition is therefore partnering with regional partners Better Earth Ventures and TPC Group.

“Strengthening ClimateLaunchpad’s presence in Asia marks a profound new chapter for this programme and for the climate innovation movement more broadly. Asia is where so much of the world’s climate and nature future will be shaped, through business leadership, public-private partnerships and long term strategic thinking. We look forward to supporting this momentum with new business ideas and innovation ecosystem collaborations across more than a dozen countries. This expansion opens space for deeper cross-cultural connections and for first-time founders to turn sparks of imagination into solutions that serve both people and planet.”
- Kirsten Dunlop, CEO of Climate KIC.

What is ClimateLaunchpad and how to join?

Since its launch in 2014, ClimateLaunchpad has become the most accessible pipeline for green innovation.

The curriculum is designed to turn ideas on the back of a napkin into battle-proof businesses. Participants move through several stages:

1. An initial mini-course to refine the concept.
2. An intensive multi-day Boot Camp led by expert trainers.
3. Targeted coaching to perfect value propositions and investor pitches.
4. National and regional finals, where teams pitch to expert juries and gain wider visibility.
5. A place at the Global Grand Final, with prizes and access to a global climate network.

In 2025, the programme received over 2,700 applications from 40 countries. The winning ventures gain prize money, investor connections, and access to a global cleantech network.

Applications are now open for the 2026 edition of ClimateLaunchpad . Climate innovators, green venture builders, and entrepreneurs from around the world can apply here .

Partnering with regional players

This year, Climate KIC is partnering with Better Earth Ventures to host both ClimateLaunchpad Singapore and the Global Grand Final. Better Earth Ventures is a Singapore-based climate innovation platform supporting early-stage founders across Asia-Pacific. As the local delivery partner, they bring deep ecosystem relationships and hands-on experience running climate and agrifood innovation programmes, with a focus on turning promising ideas into scalable ventures. Their work is grounded in the belief that global change starts with local action, and that supporting entrepreneurs on the ground is key to building a resilient green economy.

“We are proud to host ClimateLaunchpad’s Regional and Global Grand Final in Singapore and to convene an international group of climate entrepreneurs from more than 50 countries. Climate solutions are emerging from every corner of the world, and bringing them together creates the kind of cross-border exchange and collaboration this moment demands. Our focus is to ensure early-stage founders have the structure, ecosystem access and support needed to move from idea to credible impact.”
- Rebecca Sharpe, Founder and CEO Better Earth Ventures

At the same time, the competition is entering a new chapter with Singapore-based TPC (Tsao Pao Chee) bringing a perspective rooted in interconnectedness. TPC is a fourth-generation family business ecosystem committed to advancing the well-being economy, with activities spanning global logistics, impact investment, education, and philanthropy.

This perspective recognises that climate, economy, culture and community do not operate separately. Addressing the climate crisis requires understanding how these systems overlap and designing solutions that reflect that reality.

This systems perspective also informs the work of NO.17 Foundation, part of the TPC ecosystem, which focuses on aligning capital, collaboration, and execution so that climate innovation can move from promising ideas to scalable systems change.

“Climate innovation is ultimately a human endeavour before it is a technological one. The most powerful solutions often emerge from people closest to the realities of climate change. Platforms like ClimateLaunchpad help connect these founders with the networks, capital, and collaboration needed to turn local insight into solutions that can scale globally.”
- Luis Alvarado Martinez, CEO of No. 17 Foundation

The partner network

ClimateLaunchpad is supported by long-term partners like Bank of America and Irish Aid. Support from Bank of America strengthens the ecosystem from the earliest stages, giving visibility to solutions that can deliver real-world impact and reshape our economy. Meanwhile, Irish Aid empowers entrepreneurs in emerging markets, ensuring those on the front lines of climate change have the tools to build their own local solutions.

Application open: Climate innovators, green venture builders, and entrepreneurs from around the world can apply here .

About Climate KIC

Climate KIC is Europe’s leading climate innovation agency and community, creating climate-resilient communities and fighting climate breakdown by mobilising systems change in countries, regions, cities, and businesses. Together with partners across the globe, Climate KIC orchestrates solutions and facilitates learning to bridge the gap between climate commitments and current reality, driving faster and more ambitious action.

About Better Earth Ventures

Better Earth Ventures is dedicated to accelerating the development and deployment of transformative technologies and initiatives that mitigate climate change and promote sustainable living. Located in Singapore, we serve as a pivotal gateway to Asia-Pacific, with a strong regional network of commercial partners, investors and mentors to help growth-stage businesses scale sustainably across borders. Through collaboration, mentorship, and strategic partnerships, we empower visionary entrepreneurs to drive tangible impact and pave the way for a resilient and thriving planet.

About TPC (Tsao Pao Chee)

TPC (Tsao Pao Chee) is a fourth-generation family business holding company headquartered in Singapore that is committed to empowering the well-being and happiness economy. TPC does this by supporting global connectivity and resilience through its supply chain and logistics activities, and well-being-focused activities aimed at fostering individual and collective growth.

TPC’s purpose-led well-being business ecosystem comprises IMC Industrial, OCTAVE, and multiple non-profit organisations, including OCTAVE Institute, NO.17 Foundation and Restore Nature Foundation, operating in unity to add value to life, with corporate offices in the People’s Republic of China, Thailand, Indonesia, and Japan. Find out more about TPC (Tsao Pao Chee) at tsaopaochee.com and on LinkedIn.

About NO.17 Foundation

NO.17 Foundation is the nexus of capital, consciousness, and collaboration in the Well-being Era – the philanthropic heart of TPC (Tsao Pao Chee). Rooted in SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, NO.17 unites values-aligned funders, partners, and changemakers to catalyse systemic transformation. Through trust-based giving, regenerative coalitions, and strategic ecosystem building, we activate new forms of capital – financial, social, cultural, spiritual, institutional, ecological, and human – as a force for collective flourishing. Explore our movement to make philanthropy as a field of love for transformation at https://17foundation.org and on LinkedIn.

About Bank of America

Bank of America is one of the world’s leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving approximately 69 million consumer and small business clients with approximately 3,700 retail financial centers, approximately 15,000 ATMs (automated teller machines) and award-winning digital banking with approximately 59 million verified digital users. Bank of America is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes, serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank of America offers industry-leading support to approximately 4 million small business households through a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services. The company serves clients through operations across the United States, its territories and more than 35 countries. Bank of America Corporation stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BAC).

About Irish Aid

Irish Aid is the Government of Ireland’s international development cooperation programme. It works in more than 80 countries to reduce poverty, hunger and humanitarian need, often focusing on climate action, gender equality and strengthening governance. gov.ie

As part of Ireland’s foreign policy, Irish Aid supports inclusive development, helps communities adapt to climate change, and backs early-stage innovation in underserved regions. Its approach emphasises giving a voice, platform and opportunity to entrepreneurs worldwide — especially in regions hardest hit by climate risks.

Contact details:

Climate KIC
anne-sophie.garrigou@climate-kic.org

SOURCE: Climate KIC

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2POINTZERO GROUP COMPLETES MAJORITY ACQUISITION OF ISEM PACKAGING GROUP

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- 2PointZero Group PJSC, a next-generation investment powerhouse focused on energy and consumer sectors, has formally completed the acquisition of a majority stake in European packaging group ISEM for 704 million Emirati dirham. (100 Emirati dirham = RM107.50)

In a statement, the group said the transaction gives 2PointZero Group 60.8 per cent ownership of ISEM, while Peninsula Capital and other minority investors retain 39.2 per cent, marking the beginning of a strategic partnership between the two firms.

Together, they aim to reinforce ISEM’s leadership through category and geographic expansion, embedding artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology across the business, and supporting targeted mergers and acquisitions (M&A) to extend ISEM’s industrial footprint and product capabilities.

2PointZero Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Samia Bouazza said the acquisition is a key step in advancing the company’s global growth ambitions and establishing a scalable platform in the packaging sector, which will become its sixth consumer-focused vertical.

“With our track record in strategic M&A, AI deployment, and operational integration, we are well positioned to support ISEM in accelerating its international expansion while expanding across both primary and secondary packaging and delivering long-term returns for our shareholders,” she added.

Meanwhile, ISEM Packaging Group CEO, Francesco Pintucci said: “Today marks the start of a next chapter for ISEM. We can now offer our clients greater scale without losing the precision and personal commitment that sets us apart.”

Founded in 1949 and headquartered in Bologna, ISEM is a highly automated packaging leader renowned for its 'Made in Italy' quality. Its product range includes rigid boxes, folding cases, silk paper, and dust bags.

The deal was supported by leading law firms. Hogan Lovells advised 2PointZero and Peninsula Capital on buy-side M&A, foreign direct investment (FDI), and antitrust matters, while Gatti Pavesi Bianchi Ludovici and Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advised on the sell-side.

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PTPTN and CIMB Islamic launch RM500,000 incentive pool to encourage responsible loan repayment among Malaysian youth

(From left) Haniz Nazlan, Chief Executive Officer of Group Consumer Banking, CIMB, Ahmad Shahriman Mohd Shariff, Chief Executive Officer of CIMB Islamic along with Mastura Mohd Khalid, Chief Operating Officer of PTPTN and Wan Zawiah Wan Abu Bakar, Senior General Manager, Corporate Communication & Marketing Department, PTPTN at the launch of “Setel PTPTN dengan CIMB”.

Bridges debt management and financial literacy through CIMB’s DURIAN-i account

KUALA LUMPUR, March 5 (Bernama) – CIMB Islamic Bank Berhad (“CIMB” or “the Bank”) has formalised a Collaboration Agreement with Perbadanan Tabung Pendidikan Tinggi Nasional (“PTPTN”) to promote positive financial wellbeing among PTPTN borrowers. This initiative integrates a RM500,000 cash prize pool into CIMB’s Shariah-compliant Daily Unrestricted Investment Account-i (“DURIAN-i”) ecosystem, leveraging the respective strengths of both organisations to encourage responsible financial behaviour and consistent repayment habits.

The partnership bridges the gap between debt obligations and wealth accumulation by incentivising PTPTN borrowers to utilise the DURIAN-i account. By linking loan repayments with a growthoriented investment account that offers exciting rewards, the initiative supports young Malaysians in balancing repayment obligations while taking early steps toward wealth accumulation and a more sustainable financial future.

This strategic collaboration is a vital step in ensuring PTPTN’s fund remains sustainable for the next generation. To date, PTPTN has assisted over 4.27 million borrowers in pursuing higher education, with total loan disbursements exceeding RM77.63 billion. By introducing the “Setel PTPTN dengan CIMB” Campaign from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2026, PTPTN aims to demonstrate that fulfilling one’s duty to the fund can be both rewarding and a catalyst for personal financial growth.

Ahmad Shahriman Mohd Shariff, Chief Executive Officer of CIMB Islamic said, “We are pleased to partner with PTPTN as we work to empower Malaysians with the right tools to build a more secure financial future, in line with our purpose of advancing customers and society. Education financing is often the first major financial commitment for many Malaysians, and through this collaboration, we aim to go beyond banking products by supporting PTPTN borrowers with practical solutions and knowledge that encourage disciplined savings, responsible repayment as well as long term wealth creation. By integrating flexible offerings such as our DURIAN-i account, we seek to make the journey toward financial independence more accessible, meaningful and rewarding.”

Mastura Mohd Khalid, Chief Operating Officer of PTPTN said, “This campaign is one of the best platforms to encourage more borrowers to carry out their responsibilities so that PTPTN loans can be continued for future generations. In addition, through this campaign, PTPTN borrowers who win cash prizes are also given additional financial support and indirectly help them repay their loans or make savings.”

The collaboration represents a natural progression of CIMB’s long-standing commitment to financial inclusion by embedding financial discipline and literacy directly into a product proposition that aligns incentives, savings and responsible repayment behaviour within a single ecosystem. Through CIMB Foundation, the Bank has continued to advance financial literacy initiatives for both university students and working adults via programmes such as Be$mart and JagaDuit, which PTPTN borrowers will be able to access as part of this agreement.

The collaboration also promotes smarter financial management among PTPTN borrowers through CIMB’s DURIAN-i account under the “Setel PTPTN dengan CIMB” Campaign. Borrowers can manage repayments digitally while earning reward points through eligible transactions, increasing their chances of settling PTPTN loans of up to RM25,000. Eligible participants may also stand a chance to win gold bars to kick-start their investment journey when they deposit their savings into the DURIAN-i account. To participate, borrowers may open DURIAN-i account online or at any CIMB branch and make consistent PTPTN loan repayment through the account.

Beyond the campaign, PTPTN will be able to leverage CIMB’s extensive network and comprehensive financial solutions to roll out structured financial literacy programmes, empowering borrowers with practical knowledge in money management, savings, and investments to support long-term financial sustainability.

DURIAN-i is CIMB Islamic’s award-winning sustainability-linked investment account, recognised by The Banker as the Most Innovative Islamic Savings Product in 2024. Under this structure, funds are strategically invested into the Bank’s sustainable assets, offering a unique Shariah-compliant option that aligns personal financial growth with broader sustainable development goals.

For more information on the campaign, please visit www.cimb.com.my/ptptn.

About CIMB

CIMB is one of ASEAN’s leading banking groups and Malaysia’s second largest financial services provider, by assets. Listed on Bursa Malaysia via CIMB Group Holdings Berhad, it had a market capitalisation of approximately RM89.0 billion as at 31 December 2025. It offers consumer banking, commercial banking, wholesale banking, transaction banking, Islamic banking and asset management products and services. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, the Group is present across ASEAN in Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and the Philippines.

Beyond ASEAN, the Group has market presence in China, Hong Kong and UK. CIMB has one of the most extensive retail branch networks in ASEAN with 576 branches and over 33,000 employees as at 31 December 2025. CIMB’s investment banking arm is one of the largest Asia Pacific-based investment banks, which together with its award-winning treasury & markets and corporate banking units comprise the Group’s leading wholesale banking franchise. CIMB is also the 91.45% shareholder of Bank CIMB Niaga in Indonesia, and 94.83% shareholder of CIMB Thai in Thailand.

About PTPTN

The National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) was established under the National Higher Education Fund Corporation Act 1997 (Act 566) which came into effect on 1 July 1997. PTPTN commenced operations on 1 November 1997 and is responsible to managing loans for higher education purposes and collecting loan repayments; providing savings schemes and managing deposits for higher education purposes as well as performing any other functions entrusted to PTPTN by any written law.

The National Education Savings Scheme (Simpan SSPN) is a savings scheme or instrument created specifically by PTPTN for higher education purposes. Under Simpan SSPN, there are two products, namely Simpan SSPN Prime and Simpan SSPN Plus.

​SOURCE: CIMB Group Holdings Berhad

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Name: Anis Azharuddin / Kelvin Jude Muthu
Group Corporate Communications
CIMB Group Holdings Berhad
Email: anis.azharuddin@cimb.com / kelvinjude.muthu@cimb.com

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XSOLLA ACQUIRES WETAPS, LAUNCHES VIETNAM GAMING MOR SERVICES

Graphic: Xsolla

KUALA LUMPUR, March 5 (Bernama) -- Xsolla, a global video game commerce company, announced the acquisition of Ho Chi Minh City-based publisher Wetaps Corporation and the simultaneous launch of its Merchant of Record (MoR) services in Vietnam.

This strategic initiative establishes Xsolla as the country's first licensed MoR for games, providing global developers a seamless and compliant single solution for market entry, payments, and publishing approvals.

“Vietnam has quickly risen to become both a vital domestic market and a global leader in game exports,” said Xsolla President, Chris Hewish in a statement.

He stated that becoming the first licensed MoR helps developers and publishers overcome barriers so they can expand their businesses and reach millions of new players with confidence in Vietnam.

Vietnam has rapidly emerged as a global gaming powerhouse, surpassing established leaders in mobile game exports with over 6.7 billion downloads, and the domestic market is projected to exceed US$430 million by 2025. (US$1=RM3.93)

Xsolla's launch directly addresses the hurdles international publishers face, including fragmented payments and complex regulatory requirements.

The acquisition and the launch are part of Xsolla's Global Strategic Initiatives & Partnerships (GSIP) efforts to expand local publisher assets and build direct-to-consumer infrastructure in high-growth markets.

By combining Wetaps' deep regulatory expertise and co-publishing capabilities with Xsolla's global commerce platform, the company is positioned to offer an end-to-end market entry and monetisation solution.

Key advantages of Xsolla Vietnam include accelerated market entry, allowing for quick launches via an established approval framework. The service also ensures regulatory compliance, offering simplified procedures and reduced risk through strong ties with government regulators.

Furthermore, it provides access to local payments, including over five major methods such as MoMo, ZaloPay, and Napas, alongside revenue optimisation through a streamlined payout structure and optimised revenue share. Xsolla also offers localised support, featuring a curated partner network and dedicated customer support for the Vietnamese market.

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Catenary Capital and Rivertree STF Synergies Berhad sign RM600 million HoA for 28,800-bed CLQ developments in Klang Valley

Photo Caption (from left to right)
1. Mr. Lock Jian Wah, Founding Partner of Catenary Capital Sdn Bhd
2. En. Hizzan Hamid, Founding Partner of Catenary Capital Sdn Bhd
3. Dato’ Simon David Leong, Executive Director of Rivertree STF Synergies Berhad
4. Datuk Wira Joey Yan, Executive Director of Rivertree STF Synergies Berhad
5. Datuk Leo Ong, Executive Director of RSSB Builders Sdn Bhd

KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 (Bernama) -- Catenary Capital Sdn Bhd has entered into a Heads of Agreement (HoA) with Main Market-listed Rivertree STF Synergies Berhad (RSSB), formerly known as Sinmah Capital Berhad, and Q Centre Management Sdn Bhd (QCM) for the development of up to four Centralised Labour Quarter (CLQ) facilities in the Klang Valley, with an aggregate indicative development value of approximately RM600 million and a total capacity of 28,800 beds.
The HoA marks Catenary Capital’s first investment since its formation and its entry into Malaysia’s CLQ sector. The projects will be executed via Catenary Capital’s wholly owned investment vehicle, Asetra Sdn Bhd.

The first project, Q Centre @ Teratai in Meru, Klang, will comprise 9,000 beds with an indicative development value of approximately RM171 million. The remaining three proposed CLQs, with a value of RM429 million, are expected to provide a further 19,800 beds, subject to finalisation of sites and definitive agreements.

The HoA establishes the framework for collaboration among the parties, with definitive agreements to be finalised in stages subject to customary approvals and commercial arrangements.

Selangor remains Malaysia’s largest industrial state, with a high concentration of manufacturing, logistics and export-oriented activity. The Klang Valley industrial corridor employs a significant portion of Malaysia’s registered foreign workforce, which numbers approximately 2.4 million nationwide based on recent government disclosures.

The Workers’ Minimum Standards of Housing and Amenities Act 1990 (Act 446), which mandates minimum accommodation standards for foreign workers, has been more actively enforced in recent years, increasing compliance expectations for employers and supply chain participants.

While centralised labour quarters and purpose-built worker accommodation facilities have expanded in response, industry observers note that supply of Act 446-compliant accommodation continues to lag demand in established industrial zones.

Hizzan Hamid, Founding Partner of Catenary Capital, said the transaction represents the firm’s first investment since its formation and reflects its strategy of deploying institutional capital into structurally under-supplied segments of the real estate market.

“Act 446 has created a clearer compliance framework, and employers are under greater scrutiny to ensure that accommodation standards are met. At the same time, Selangor’s industrial base continues to expand.

There remains a visible supply gap for professionally managed, compliant facilities in key growth corridors such as Klang,” he said.

He added that worker accommodation represents a segment where institutional ownership can introduce greater discipline and governance standards, particularly in areas where capital participation has traditionally been fragmented.

“Workforce housing affects stability, productivity and reputational risk. Institutional ownership enables consistent operating standards and asset oversight, while supporting labour compliance and supply chain standards for employers,” he said.

Executive Director of RSSB, Dato’ Simon David Leong, said the HoA marks a significant milestone for the Group as it expands its role within the CLQ segment.

“This mandate marks a defining milestone for RSSB and establish us as a trusted CLQ infrastructure developer. We see strong structural demand emerging within the CLQ segment as industries increasingly prioritise compliant, well-managed and scalable worker accommodation solutions. We have identified a number of job opportunities in this space and views this segment as a strategic growth pillar moving forward,” he said.

He added that RSSB’s role as a turnkey developer under the framework reinforces its construction and delivery capabilities within the sector.

“As the appointed turnkey developer, we will be responsible for the full scope of design and construction across the proposed facilities, working closely with our partners to ensure disciplined execution and timely delivery,” he said.

The RM600 million development value for the four CLQs is expected to provide RSSB with clear earnings visibility over the next 3 years.

QCM will oversee operational management of the CLQ facilities upon completion.

“QCM has plans to grow into one of the largest CLQ operators in Selangor. Being their trusted partner, I believe RSSB is strategically positioned to participate in their long-term expansion roadmap,” he said.

About Catenary Capital Catenary
Capital is an independent private real estate investment platform with a mandate spanning Malaysia, the United Kingdom and Europe. The firm operates within established institutional governance standards and works with Malaysian institutional investors to deploy capital into selected real estate strategies domestically and internationally.

Registered with the Securities Commission Malaysia, Catenary Capital was established through a partnership between Foster Capital Sdn Bhd and Castleforge Partners Limited, integrating local execution capability with global investment experience. The platform applies governance-led underwriting, disciplined capital deployment and active asset management to deliver resilient, risk-adjusted returns across market cycles.

About Rivertree STF Synergies Berhad
Listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia, Rivertree STF Synergies Berhad (formerly known as Sinmah Capital Berhad) adopted its current name effective 3 February 2026. Following the disposal of its entire poultry business in 2022, the Group is now principally involved in residential and commercial property development, as well as provision of construction services.

Through its wholly-owned subsidiary, RSSB Builders Sdn Bhd, the Group holds a Grade 7 (G7) contractor licence issued by the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB), which qualifies it to tender for and undertake construction projects of unlimited contract value. The Group is currently involved in property development projects in Melaka, Johor and Selangor, and is expanding its construction portfolio to include turnkey developments of Centralised Labour Quarters in Klang Valley area.

Bursa stock code: RSSB / 9776

SOURCE: Capital Front Plt

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
For Catenary Capital media inquiries:
Nextdor Property Communications
Name: Anne Lourdes, Director
Tel: +019-465 2169
Email: annelourdes@nextdor.com.my

For Rivertree STF Synergies Berhad media inquiries:
Capital Front Investor Relations
Name: Dwayne Teng, Senior Associate
Tel: ​+019-265 1788
Email: dwayne@capitalfront.biz

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KOREA NEWSWIRE UNVEILS INTELLIGENT PR PLATFORM WITH LARGEST MEDIA DATABASE

KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 (Bernama) -- Korea Newswire, a press release distribution service provider, has launched MediaBee, a comprehensive PR intelligence platform that leverages Korea’s largest media database to streamline complex local market dynamics for global companies and agencies.

“Success in Korea’s dynamic media environment requires more than just data; it demands actionable, localised intelligence.

“MediaBee integrates our decades of trusted media expertise with cutting-edge AI to empower global brands to execute PR campaigns with the same strategic precision as seasoned local insiders,” said Korea Newswire Chief Executive Officer, Dong-Ho Shin.

According to a statement, MediaBee integrates a database of 40,000 journalists and 7,000 media outlets, updated daily through more than 900 automated profile updates.

By tracking real-time article activity, the platform provides PR teams with detailed profiles—from specific beats to outlet influence—allowing highly personalised and effective media strategies.

The platform processes up to 200,000 articles per day, offering advanced analytics to evaluate sentiment trends, media resonance, and campaign efficacy, while helping mitigate reputational risks.

MediaBee also centralises the PR workflow by unifying press release orchestration with targeted media relations and real-time impact tracking. Its artificial intelligence suite is designed to navigate the nuances of Korean journalism, supporting content architecture and headline optimisation aligned with local editorial standards.

MediaBee is now available to global organisations and PR agencies seeking to amplify their media impact in South Korea.

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