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DAVE & BUSTER'S OPENS IN PERTH AS BRAND CONTINUES GLOBAL EXPANSION
Dave & Buster's makes its Australia debut, expanding its Asia-Pacific footprint Key Highlights * First Dave & Buster's location in Australia opens in Perth. * New venue combines dining, sports viewing and competitive social gaming under one roof. * The opening advances Dave & Buster's conti...
Aramco and Pasqal launch Saudi Arabia's first Quantum Computer and Middle East's first commercial Quantum Computing as a Service platform
DHAHRAN, Saudi Arabia, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aramco, one of the world's
leading energy and chemicals companies, in partnership with Pasqal, a global
leader in neutral-atom quantum computing, today officially inaugurated the
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's first quantum computer.
Lifespan Vision Ventures Leads Violet Therapeutics' $4.75M Seed Extension Financing
NORWALK, Conn., May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifespan Vision Ventures (LVV), an investment firm focused on therapeutics that improve human healthspan, today announced that it has led Violet Therapeutics' $4.75 million seed extension financing, with participation from Dementia Discovery Fund, UTEC...
Huawei Unveils its Grid-Interactive AIDC Strategy, Shaping the Future of the Industry
DONGGUAN, China, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 15, 2026, the 2026 Global AIDC Industry Summit & Huawei AIDC Strategy and Product Launch was held in Dongguan with the theme "Power the AI Era Forward." The summit brought together nearly 1,000 global leaders, technical experts, and core ecosys...
BRAND USA LAUNCHES NEW INITIATIVES TO BUILD TRAVELER CONFIDENCE AND INSPIRE INTERNATIONAL VISITATION DURING MILESTONE YEAR FOR U.S. TOURISM
"Get Facts. Get Going." establishes a single source of information for international travelers; "American Originals" showcases the people and places who originated the styles, sounds, and tastes the world loves. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. and FRANKFURT, Germany, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Brand USA...
Millions of 'pandemic pets' are reaching midlife, but owners could miss a crucial opportunity to improve their pet's healthspan
* New global research commissioned by ROYAL CANIN® reveals disconnect in how owners understand their pet's ageing with over a third surveyed (38%) believing nothing can be done about it*, while over half (55%) of those surveyed avoid thinking or talking about their pets ageing because it feels ...
XPPen Debuts Its First-Ever Editing Console, the Pilot Pro, Setting a New Benchmark for Professional Editing Workflows
LOS ANGELES, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As a leading global digital art brand, XPPen has long been committed to empowering creators by breaking creative boundaries and enhancing workflow efficiency. XPPen debuts the Pilot Pro Editing Console, a precision console designed to simplify complex ed...
Global Times: China's Jan-April economic data points to steady growth, stronger high-tech momentum
BEIJING, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- China's National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) released April economic data on Monday, pointing to steady economic momentum in the first four months of the year and continued gains in high-quality development despite external uncertainties. Chinese analysts sai...
BLUETTI at WUF13: Partnering with UN-Habitat to Power Global Sustainable Urbanization
BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As an official partner of UN-Habitat,BLUETTI, a global leader in clean energy, was invited to the 13th World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku. Eric Fang, General Manager of Paygo and Energy Storage, delivered a keynote at the High-Level Business Assembly,...
ADGM Strengthens Position as MEASA's Leading IFC With 57% Growth in AUM, over 13,000 Active Licences in Q1 2026
ABU DHABI, UAE, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, has reported a strong start to 2026, underscored by continued expansion across its financial ecosystem and sustained globalinvestor confidence. With total active licences exceeding 13,353, o...
NYSE Content Update: Exchange Turns 234 Ahead of U.S. Semiquincentennial
NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor. NEW YORK, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today's NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins...
Zeeco, Inc. Completes Acquisition of Oil & Gas Technologies, Expanding its Capabilities and Presence in Australia
TULSA, Okla., May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Zeeco, Inc., a global leader in advanced combustion and environmental solutions, today announced it has finalized the acquisition of Oil & Gas Technologies, an Australia-based company specializing in vapor control, tank loading systems, and other related...
Guidepoint Expands Offerings to Deliver Real-Time Access to Expert Knowledge
NEW YORK, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidepoint today announced the strategic repositioning of its global business, marking its expansion from expert network to AI-powered access to real-time expert insights. Building on years of investment in technology, content, and new research capabilities,...
SKF to highlight technologies that help close the energy efficiency gap at the Tech & Innovation Summit
GOTHENBURG, Sweden, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SKF is hosting its yearly virtual Tech & Innovation Summit, bringing together industry leaders and experts to showcase technologies, products and solutions designed to help close the energy efficiency gap in industrial operations. Under the theme...
Persistent Earns Top Honors for the Third Consecutive Year in Extel's 2026 Asia Executive Team Survey
Recognized for excellence in executive leadership, financial stewardship and
investor relations engagement
SANTA CLARA, Calif. and PUNE, India, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Persistent
Systems
Sohar International and ewpartners Sign Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Asia-GCC Financial Cooperation
MUSCAT, Oman, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Reinforcing the growing economic and investment connectivity between Asia and the GCC, Sohar International and ewpartners have signed a strategic partnership at Sohar International's headquarters in Oman to strengthen cross-border financial cooperation a...
MS Pharma Announces Strategic Growth Investment from Olayan Financing Company
Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Growth in Saudi Arabia and Across the MENA Region AMMAN, Jordan and RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MS Pharma today announced that Olayan Financing Company (OFC) has made a minority equity investment in the company. This partnership brings s...
YY Group (NASDAQ: YYGH) Expands Malaysia Operations to Melaka, Entering New High-Growth Hospitality Market
Partnership with international 5-star hotel broadens the Company's recurring revenue base and enhances regional visibility SINGAPORE, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- YY Group Holding Limited (NASDAQ: YYGH) ("YY Group" or the "Company"), an AI-native workforce management platform and integrated faci...
Cognizant Increases 2026 Share Repurchase Target by $1 Billion to $2 Billion
Board Approves $2 Billion Increase in Stock Repurchase Authorization Additional $1 Billion of Shares Expected to be Repurchased in the Second Quarter of 2026 Cognizant CEO to Participate in Fireside Chat Hosted by J.P. Morgan on May 18, 2026 TEANECK, N.J., May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant (...
Mastercard and JD.com announce strategic partnership to support business growth through payments innovation
The initial focus is on expanding payment infrastructure to support international business and enhance inbound visitor experience in China, plus collaboration on applying AI and advanced technologies to commerce and fraud prevention tools. BEIJING, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Mastercard, a worl...
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