ISTANBUL, Turkey. February 26, 2026 In his address at the Opening Bell Ceremony, Korkmaz Ergun, the CEO of Borsa İstanbul A.Ş., stated the following:  “Distinguished Guests, Today, I welcome you all to the Opening Bell Ceremony hosted by our Exchange as we celebrate the listing of Empa Eletronik Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. at Borsa İstanbul. Empa is a highly valued, deeply rooted company that develops various technology solutions in many fields, particularly in the defense industry.  As global supply chains are being reshaped around the world, Empa is increasing its domestic production capacity and assuming responsibility in our country’s strategic projects. Today, Empa will start trading on our Exchange and will achieve further growth with the revenue generated from its IPO. Therefore, I extend my sincere gratitude to everyone involved in this successful IPO. I hope this IPO will be auspicious to our capital markets, and I would like to welcome Empa to Borsa İstanbul family.”

NEW YORK, USA. February 24, 2026 Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (MSCP), the middle market private equity buyout team within Morgan Stanley Investment Management, announced today the acquisition of Security 101, a leading provider of commercial security integration services. Headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, Security 101 provides mission-critical security integration services for organizations spanning a diverse customer base including healthcare, education, government, manufacturing, finance, data centers, and other end markets. The company specializes in end-to-end security solutions, including access control systems, video surveillance and intrusion detection systems, enabling customers to partner with a single provider for the full security lifecycle. Since its founding in 2007, Security 101 has grown into a leading security provider with a network of offices across the United States equipped to address localized security needs for clients and the communities in which they operate. Commenting on the investment, Adam Shaw, Managing Director and Head of Business Services at MSCP, said: “Security 101 has built a differentiated platform with a strong record of organic growth and consistent execution across complex customer environments. We are excited to partner with Greg and the broader team to support continued expansion and further strengthen the Company’s leadership position. We intend to continue investing in the platform to further elevate the customer experience and support scalable service delivery across both local markets and national accounts.” Greg Daly, CEO of Security 101, commented: “We’re excited to team up with Morgan Stanley Capital Partners to build on our momentum and extend Security 101’s leadership in commercial security integration. MSCP’s resources and experience will help us deepen our national accounts program, continue thoughtful M&A, and expand our unified platform while maintaining the culture and consistency our customers expect.” This acquisition capped a strong 2025 for MSCP and underscored the strength of its private equity platform, marked by successful realizations and continued investment in resilient, services‑oriented businesses. About Morgan Stanley Capital Partners Morgan Stanley Capital Partners, part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, is a leading middle-market private equity platform that has invested capital for over three decades. Morgan Stanley Capital Partners focuses on privately negotiated equity and equity-related investments primarily in North America and seeks to create value in portfolio companies primarily in a series of subsectors in the business services, consumer, healthcare, education and industrials markets with an emphasis on driving significant organic and acquisition growth through an operationally focused approach. For further information about Morgan Stanley Capital Partners, please visit  www.morganstanley.com/im/capitalpartners . About Morgan Stanley Investment Management Morgan Stanley Investment Management, together with its investment advisory affiliates, has more than 1,400 investment professionals around the world and $1.8 trillion in assets under management or supervision as of September 30, 2025. Morgan Stanley Investment Management strives to provide outstanding long-term investment performance, service, and a comprehensive suite of investment management solutions to a diverse client base, which includes governments, institutions, corporations and individuals worldwide. For further information about Morgan Stanley Investment Management, please visit  https://www.morganstanley.com/im . About Morgan Stanley Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, wealth management and investment management services. With offices in 42 countries, the Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, institutions and individuals. For more information about Morgan Stanley, please visit  https://www.morganstanley.com/ . About Security 101 Security101 is a leading provider of commercial security integration services across diverse end markets including healthcare, education, government, manufacturing finance, data centers, and other end markets. For more information, visit  security101.com . Media Relations Contact: Alyson Barnes+1 212 762-0514 alyson.barnes@morganstanley.com Source Link: https://www.morganstanley.com/press-releases/morgan-stanley-capital-partners-acquires-security-101 Alexander Solomon Report is a socio-corporate media platform of highlights on company news and industry events. The ASR TV E xposé offers higher interests and wider readership in return for mileage. For postings and publicity, email to info@alexandersolomonreport.com

TORONTO, Canada. February 26, 2026 Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) is receiving a Government of Canada investment, through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), to support its newly launched CDL Defence program. The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for FedDev Ontario, made the announcement at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management. This funding will accelerate dual-use technologies that serve both commercial markets and defence applications. CDL Defence is a global program designed to support science-based ventures. These ventures are developing technologies that directly address operational needs in defence, national security, and critical infrastructure across domains including autonomy, space systems, advanced materials, energy, and medtech. CDL Defence provides founders with direct access to experienced mentors who’ve built dual-use companies, operators who understand defence requirements, and procurement expertise to bridge the gap from breakthrough research to scaled deployment. The inaugural program year is currently underway, operating across six CDL sites in Canada and Europe (CDL-Atlantic, CDL-Berlin, CDL-Estonia, CDL-Rockies, CDL-Toronto, and CDL-Vancouver), with in-person sessions taking place alongside major security forums including the Halifax International Security Forum and Munich Security Conference. The CDL Defence program is also supported by partners Osler and BDC , and will welcome new applicants in Fall 2026. Learn more here. “Canadian innovators are developing technologies that are essential to our national security and our future economic prosperity. Through the launch of the Defence Industrial Strategy and RDII investments, the Government of Canada is helping build the technologies and capabilities needed to strengthen our sovereignty and support the growth of Canada’s defence sector,” said the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario. “Today’s investments in Creative Destruction Lab support the development of sovereign technologies to meet Canada’s defence needs.” “This investment recognizes that commercializing research is critical to Canada’s technology leadership and economic resilience. With the support from FedDev Ontario, CDL Defence provides the structured environment science-based founders need as they navigate from breakthrough research to deployment,” said Sonia Sennik, CEO of Creative Destruction Lab. About Creative Destruction Lab Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) is a nonprofit organization that delivers an objectives-based program for massively scalable, seed-stage, science- and technology-based companies. Its nine-month program allows founders to learn from experienced entrepreneurs, increasing their likelihood of success. Founded by Professor Ajay Agrawal in 2012 at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management, the program has expanded and now has 16 sites across ten countries: Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, Halifax, Paris, Madison, Seattle, Estonia, Berlin, Melbourne, College Station, Milan, London, San Sebastian, and Doha.  About FedDev Ontario Since 2009, the Government of Canada, through FedDev Ontario , has worked to advance and diversify the southern Ontario economy through funding opportunities and business services that support innovation, growth and job creation in Canada’s most populous region. The Agency has delivered impressive results, which can be seen in southern Ontario businesses that are creating innovative technologies, improving productivity, growing revenues, creating jobs, and in the economic advancement of communities across the region. Learn more about the impact the Agency is having in southern Ontario by exploring our impact stories , our Southern Ontario Spotlight , and FedDev Ontario’s X , Facebook , Instagram and LinkedIn accounts. Media Contact: Sofia Ouslis Press Secretary Office of the Minister of Artificial Intelligence, Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario sofia.ouslis@ised-isde.gc.ca   Alexander Solomon Report is a socio-corporate media platform of highlights on company news and industry events. The ASR TV E xposé offers higher interests and wider readership in return for mileage. For postings and publicity, email to info@alexandersolomonreport.com

WASHINGTON D.C., United States of America. February 19, 2026. Video Source: Youtube/The White House Alexander Solomon Report is a socio-corporate media platform of highlights on company news and industry events. The ASR TV E xposé offers higher interests and wider readership in return for mileage. For postings and publicity, email to info@alexandersolomonreport.com

SINGAPORE. 10 February 2026 The partnership aims to facilitate and mobilise up to US$1.5 billion worth of sustainable infrastructure investments and financing opportunities across Asia Pacific, focusing on projects developed by Keppel and invested in by its private funds. Global asset manager and operator Keppel Ltd. (“ Keppel ”) announced today that the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (“ AIIB ”) has committed US$75 million to Keppel Private Credit Fund III (“ KPCF III ”), along with a co-investment sleeve of up to US$50 million. This brings AIIB’s total commitment to up to US$125 million (S$159 million), boosting KPCF III’s total Funds under Management (“ FUM ”) to over US$561 million (S$725 million). This marks AIIB’s first investment under the strategic partnership agreement signed in June 2025 with Keppel, through its fund management and investment platforms. The partnership aims to facilitate and mobilise up to US$1.5 billion worth of sustainable infrastructure investments and financing opportunities across Asia Pacific, focusing on projects developed by Keppel and invested in by its private funds. Ms Christina Tan, CEO of Fund Management and Chief Investment Officer, Keppel, said, “Rapid urbanisation and digital transformation are reshaping the Asia Pacific region, driving infrastructure needs in excess of US$1.7 trillion annually through 2030 [1] . Meeting this demand at scale requires visionary partnerships that can mobilise both capital and expertise efficiently to deliver resilient, future-ready solutions in the face of climate and resource challenges. “AIIB has been a longstanding partner with Keppel across multiple fund strategies and asset classes. AIIB’s commitment to KPCF III is a strong endorsement of our institutional-grade platform and differentiated private credit strategy. Building on our collaboration with AIIB, we aim to help narrow the infrastructure gap in Asia Pacific while continuing to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns to our investors.” “Building on our strong and established strategic partnership, AIIB’s investment in KPCF III underscores our continued commitment to working with Keppel in advancing Asia-Pacific region’s transition towards a more sustainable and low-carbon future,” said Kim-See Lim, Chief Investment Officer, Public Sector (Region 1) & Financial Institutions and Funds (Global) Clients, AIIB. “This collaboration reflects AIIB’s broader mission of mobilising capital and fostering partnerships that deliver long-term impact for our Members and communities.” KPCF III is the third vintage in Keppel’s private credit fund series, following Pierfront Capital Mezzanine Fund and Keppel-Pierfront Private Credit Fund, which AIIB had also backed in 2021. With AIIB’s latest commitment, KPCF III has already raised 170% of the third-party capital achieved by its predecessor fund, underscoring the strong investor confidence in Keppel’s differentiated private credit strategy. Keppel’s private credit strategy provides bespoke loans to companies with defensive infrastructure-like operating businesses, across a wide range of real asset sectors, including renewable energy, transportation, telecommunications, logistics, social infrastructure and other core infrastructure in Asia Pacific. To date, approximately US$260 million under KPCF III has been deployed across core infrastructure, renewables, data centres and social infrastructure projects in the region. Since 2016, Keppel’s private credit fund series has deployed over US$1 billion across 34 investments. More than half of these investments have been fully exited, delivering an attractive average return profile in the low- to mid-teens. The above-mentioned development is not expected to have any material impact on the earnings per share and net tangible assets per share of Keppel Ltd. for the current financial year. - END - About Keppel Ltd.   Keppel Ltd. (SGX:BN4) is a global asset manager and operator with strong expertise in sustainability-related solutions spanning the areas of infrastructure, real estate and connectivity. Headquartered in Singapore, Keppel operates in more than 20 countries worldwide, providing critical infrastructure and services for renewables, clean energy, decarbonisation, sustainable urban renewal and digital connectivity. Keppel creates value for investors and stakeholders through its quality investment platforms and diverse asset portfolios, including private funds and listed real estate and business trusts.   [1]  Asian Development Bank report, “Meeting Asia’s Infrastructure Needs”. Source Link: https://www.keppel.com/media/keppel-private-credit-fund-iii-secures-new-capital-from-aiib-grows-fum-to-over-us561-million-/ Alexander Solomon Report is a socio-corporate media platform of highlights on company news and industry events. The ASR TV E xposé offers higher interests and wider readership in return for mileage. For postings and publicity, email to info@alexandersolomonreport.com

CHICAGO, USA. January 29, 2026. The University of Chicago and health care investment firm Deerfield Management announced today the launch of Hyde Park Discovery, a collaboration to advance the development of new drugs and other life-saving treatments for disease. Leaders from the University of Chicago and Deerfield Management came together to formalize the agreement and establish Hyde Park Discovery. From left to right: Nadya Mason, Dean of Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering and Interim VP for Science, Innovation and Partnerships, UChicago; Nadim Shohdy, Deerfield; Frank Nestle, Deerfield; Jennifer Ponting, AVP for Research Administration, UChicago; and Bill Slattery, Deerfield. Over the next ten years, Deerfield will provide up to $130 million in targeted funding, as well as operational and scientific expertise to advance UChicago discoveries with the potential to improve disease treatments. The signing ceremony took place on January 28th “The Biological Sciences Division at UChicago and the UChicago Medicine health system comprise a distinct environment that brings together basic researchers studying fundamental biology and physicians who provide advanced patient care. It is crucial to have the kind of support and innovative capabilities that Deerfield brings to accelerate discoveries and create meaningful results for our community and the world,” said Mark Anderson, dean of the Biological Sciences Division and the Pritzker School of Medicine and executive vice president for Medical Affairs at UChicago. In addition to this new collaboration, UChicago is also part of several other initiatives that further enhance the commercialization ecosystem on the South Side of Chicago. Other efforts include the UChicago Science Incubator at Hyde Park Labs , a strategic agreement with Orange Grove Bio to catalyze biotech innovation, and the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Chicago , through which nine UChicago-led projects were recently awarded a total of $7.2 million to support visionary early-stage research. Samir Mayekar, associate vice president and managing director of the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation shows Deerfield Investment leaders around the offices at Harper Court, including the new Hyde Park Labs building currently under construction and set to open later this year. “Bringing innovative ideas and technologies from the University of Chicago ecosystem to the world is the mission of the Polsky Center, and collaborations such as this help us make this goal a reality,” said Samir Mayekar, associate vice president and managing director of the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, which houses the University’s official technology transfer office. “Backed by Deerfield’s scientific capabilities, we are optimistic that this agreement and the work that follows will result in new potential treatments and cures getting into the hands of the patients who need them.” Nadya Mason, dean of the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering and Interim VP for Science, Innovation and Partnerships was among the signatories. A joint steering committee made up of leadership from UChicago, the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, and Deerfield’s scientific team will evaluate projects based on several criteria with the goal of achieving Investigational New Drug readiness on an accelerated timeline. This operating model has the potential to bring new drugs to the market more quickly and cost-effectively. “Our partnership with the University of Chicago and the Polsky Center underscores Deerfield’s conviction in the significant translational potential of the research that takes place there,” said James Flynn, managing partner at Deerfield. “In joining forces, we look forward to advancing compelling therapeutics together.” Several partners joined for the event. The University of Chicago is on the forefront of groundbreaking research and clinical development with a leading academic medical system, more than 160 interdisciplinary institutes and centers, and 50 state-of-the-art core facilities. World-class faculty bring together the fundamentals of medicine and advanced technology breakthroughs, along with expertise in computer science, AI, materials science, chemistry, and more. Last year, these researchers brought in more than $750 million in federal research awards. “We are thrilled about partnering with Deerfield in the pursuit of commercializing discoveries made at the University of Chicago that have the potential to impact patient care,” said Scott Oakes, professor and vice dean of clinical science research in the Biological Sciences Division at UChicago. “This investment attests to the incredible science being done here and helps to advance our mission of bringing the fruits of that research to the world.” Source Link: https://polsky.uchicago.edu/2025/01/29/up-to-130-million-to-fuel-drug-discovery-and-development-at-the-university-of-chicago/ Alexander Solomon Report is a socio-corporate media platform of highlights on company news and industry events. 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ABU DHABI, UAE. February 23, 2026. Binance will update the collateral ratio and Tiered Collateral Ratio for PM Pro for the following assets under Portfolio Margin from 2026-02-27 06:00 (UTC). The update will be completed within approximately 30 minutes.The following assets under Portfolio Margin and PM Pro will be adjusted on 2026-02-27 06:00 (UTC): Read full on Source Link: https://www.binance.com/en/support/announcement/detail/44b6fb4bfc994057939918ab98d906bb Alexander Solomon Report is a socio-corporate media platform of highlights on company news and industry events. The ASR TV E xposé offers higher interests and wider readership in return for mileage. For postings and publicity, email to info@alexandersolomonreport.com

SINGAPORE, HONG KONG, DUBAI. January 17, 2026. Bank of Singapore today announced the appointment of Mr Collins Chin (陈异凯) as Global Chief Financial Officer (环球首席财务官) with immediate effect. Prior to this appointment, Mr Chin was the Head of Investor Relations at Singapore Stock Exchange listed financial services company, Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited ('OCBC'). Bank of Singapore is a wholly-owned subsidiary of OCBC. Mr Chin will be a member of the Bank’s global management committee, reporting to Bank of Singapore’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr Jason Moo (巫毅盛). Mr Chin joined OCBC in July 2009 as the Head of Group Financial and Management Reporting. He assumed the position of Head of Investor Relations in May 2013. In this role, Mr Chin spearheaded engagement with the investment community, drove effective messaging of OCBC’s strategy and priorities, and led investor engagement for OCBC’s capital raising and merger and acquisition initiatives. Prior to joining OCBC, Mr Chin held regional leadership roles in Royal Bank of Scotland, Standard Chartered Bank and Barclays Capital across the finance, capital markets and risk functions. Mr Jason Moo, Bank of Singapore’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “We are delighted to welcome Collins to the Bank of Singapore senior management team. His appointment is testament to the commitment of OCBC Group to nurture homegrown talent and provide opportunities for career progression and mobility across the Group. Collins is highly regarded as a strong leader with a forward-looking and innovative mindset. His extensive experience, coupled with his strong people management skills, positions him well to steer Bank of Singapore forward as we pursue our ambitious goals." Collins holds a bachelor’s degree in accountancy from Nanyang Technological University and is a Chartered Accountant of Australia and New Zealand. Source Link: https://www.bankofsingapore.com/media-releases/2026/bank-of-singapore-bolsters-leadership-with-appointment-of-new-global-chief-financial-officer.html Alexander Solomon Report is a socio-corporate media platform of highlights on company news and industry events. The ASR TV E xposé offers higher interests and wider readership in return for mileage. For postings and publicity, email to info@alexandersolomonreport.com

Germany. February 3, 2026 The landscape remains stable but fragmented , and early-stage battery deeptech teams face a unique set of scientific, industrial, and scale-up hurdles. Batteries are at the core of a stable energy future. As Germany expands renewable energy capacity and electrified mobility, the demand for battery cells is projected to surge from today's 22 GWh to 125 GWh by 2030. Yet the country still imports three times more batteries than it produces, despite hosting strong cell manufacturing suppliers, gigafactory activity, and Europe's most vibrant battery startup ecosystem — accounting for 35% of all battery startups on the continent. The challenge? The landscape remains stable but fragmented , and early-stage battery deeptech teams face a unique set of scientific, industrial, and scale-up hurdles. At TUM Venture Labs ChemSpace and Climate / Circular, this pattern grew increasingly evident. Several early-stage projects were pushing boundaries in battery materials and energy storage — and among them was Qkera, developing next-generation solid-state electrolytes for greener, safer, high-performance batteries. Qkera's rapid progression underscored a broader need: a dedicated incubator tailored specifically to battery innovation. Qkera: Powered by an ecosystem for deeptech breakthroughs Qkera's scientific journey began in 2018 at MIT, when the core technology was first explored by Prof. Dr. Jennifer Rupp. In 2022, the work transitioned to TUM, laying the technical and entrepreneurial foundation for what would become one of Germany's most promising battery ventures. By January 2024, Qkera officially incorporated — marking the start of its entrepreneurial chapter, and joined TUM Venture Labs Circularity. Shortly after, in March 2024, the team joined both XPRENEURS and TUM Venture Labs ChemSpace, gaining access to expert guidance, infrastructure, and mentorship. Their momentum continued: by July 2024, Qkera secured funding from UnternehmerTUM Funding for Innovators and several business angels, and welcomed Martin Goetzeler (former CEO of OSRAM, Aixtron, and dSPACE) to its advisory board. In February 2025, Qkera joined the EIT Manufacturing Venture Building Program — coinciding with the official opening of the Battery Startup Incubator, where Qkera's founder, Jennifer Rupp, stepped in as an advisor. The journey reached another milestone in October 2025, when the startup closed a seven-digit pre-seed round with InnoEnergy, reinforcing its position as a rising leader in the European energy storage landscape. Qkera's trajectory — alongside other promising startups such as Limatica, Litricity, and Manugy — made one thing unmistakably clear: battery ventures require tailored support, specialized infrastructure, and a network deeply embedded in energy storage industries. Introducing Germany's dedicated battery startup incubator The Battery Startup Incubator emerged to accelerate battery startup projects across Germany, covering the entire battery supply chain and industries. This is the first-of-its-kind offering within the TUM Venture Labs, aiming to support startup projects nationwide and across the entire battery value chain, backed by the BMFTR and supported by TUMint.Energy . The Battery Startup Incubator now stands as Germany's dedicated launchpad for early-stage battery innovation, strengthening the national energy storage landscape and ensuring that world-class science — like Qkera's — reaches commercial impact faster. The official introduction of the Battery Startup Incubator took place at the Ultimate Demo Day, one of the flagship events of the UnternehmerTUM ecosystem. There, Tanja Zuend, Head of the Battery Startup Incubator, together with advisor Sabine Oldemeyer, presented BaStI to startups and ecosystem stakeholders by opening the Pitch Session for Next-Gen Materials & Catalysts—marking the incubator's public launch and its commitment to powering the next generation of battery and materials innovation. If you are a scientist, founder, or early-stage team working on battery-related technologies and looking to become part of this growing ecosystem, we invite you to apply via the TUM Venture Labs platform and select ChemSpace . Let's accelerate battery innovation together. Source Link: https://www.unternehmertum.de/news/powering-germanys-battery-future-the-forces-that-led-to-a-new-incubator-at-tum-venture-labs Alexander Solomon Report is a socio-corporate media platform of highlights on company news and industry events. The ASR TV E xposé offers higher interests and wider readership in return for mileage. For postings and publicity, email to info@alexandersolomonreport.com

MANILA, Philippines. February 10, 2026 The assistance comprises a $13 million policy-based loan and a $12 million policy-based grant funded through the ADB-administered Asian Development Fund (ADF). The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $25 million financing package to help the Royal Government of Bhutan accelerate trade expansion and economic diversification. The assistance comprises a $13 million policy-based loan and a $12 million policy-based grant funded through the ADB-administered Asian Development Fund (ADF) . The Trade Expansion and Diversification (TREAD) Program will support comprehensive policy, legal, regulatory, procedural, and institutional reforms to strengthen Bhutan’s trade ecosystem and foster private sector–led inclusive growth. The reforms are expected to enhance export competitiveness and expand market access for Bhutanese enterprises.   “This program reflects ADB’s commitment to supporting the Kingdom of Bhutan to build a resilient and diversified export-oriented economy that is fully consistent with its environmental sustainability and climate neutrality goals,” said ADB Country Director for Bhutan Sonomi Tanaka. “These high-impact, cross-sector reforms will widen access to global markets and value chains, increase foreign direct investment in priority sectors, and build long-term economic resilience.”  Bhutan’s narrow economic base, limited production capacity, low productivity, and underdeveloped trade ecosystem—together with its landlocked geography, rugged terrain, and inefficient logistics systems—have led to high trade costs and weak export competitiveness. Although state-owned enterprises dominate the economy, most registered enterprises are small, and 95% contribute less than 5% to the country’s gross domestic product. While extreme poverty has been eradicated, unemployment and underemployment persist, particularly among the youth. The program addresses these structural challenges by consolidating the fragmented institutional landscape and strengthening operational capacity, expanding Bhutan’s formal trade partnerships, digitalizing customs and logistics systems, and improving policy and regulatory frameworks to facilitate private sector investments to generate economic benefits nationwide. The program builds on ADB’s ongoing support in developing South Asia’s trade facilitation ecosystem. The program aligns with and contributes to key objectives of Bhutan's Thirteenth Five-Year Plan, including improving the investment climate and promoting economic diversification. The ADF provides grants to the poorest and most vulnerable countries in Asia and the Pacific. During 2021–2024, the fund helped 384,000 people emerge from poverty and generated around 500,000 jobs. ADB is a leading multilateral development bank supporting inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth across Asia and the Pacific. Working with its members and partners to solve complex challenges together, ADB harnesses innovative financial tools and strategic partnerships to transform lives, build quality infrastructure, and safeguard our planet. Founded in 1966, ADB is owned by 69 members—50 from the region. Source Link: https://www.adb.org/news/adb-supports-bhutan-trade-expansion-and-diversification-build-competitive-resilient-economy Alexander Solomon Report is a socio-corporate media platform of highlights on company news and industry events. The ASR TV E xposé offers higher interests and wider readership in return for mileage. For postings and publicity, email to info@alexandersolomonreport.com

NEW YORK, USA. Feb 12, 2026 NYSE Texas reached the milestone of 100 dual-listings in December 2025, signifying NYSE Texas as the leading exchange in the state. The New York Stock Exchange, part of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of technology and data, today announced the launch of the NYSE Texas Advisory Board to support its mission to provide public companies with a listing and trading venue centered within the vibrant economy of the southwestern U.S. Founding members include Amanda Brock, Co-CEO of Solaris Energy Infrastructure (NYSE: SEI), Scott Mueller, Managing Director of the Southwestern region at Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS), and Edward Crawford, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Coltala Holdings. “Establishing the NYSE Texas Advisory Board on the one‑year anniversary of the announcement of NYSE Texas underscores the momentum and meaningful progress we’ve achieved in only twelve months,” said Lynn Martin, President, NYSE Group. “With more than 100 dual-listings to date, and growing, we look forward to continuing to offer the highest level of support to our issuers in the state of Texas and beyond.” “We’re excited to accelerate the growth of NYSE Texas and to strengthen our connection to the companies we serve in the region,” said Bryan Daniel, President, NYSE Texas. “This group of founding members is the perfect team to help guide our efforts moving forward, and I look forward to working closely with them as NYSE Texas continues to expand.” NYSE Texas reached the milestone of 100 dual-listings in December 2025, signifying NYSE Texas as the leading exchange in the state. About Intercontinental Exchange Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE) is a Fortune 500 company that designs, builds, and operates digital networks that connect people to opportunity. We provide financial technology and data services across major asset classes helping our customers access mission-critical workflow tools that increase transparency and efficiency. ICE’s futures, equity, and options exchanges -- including the New York Stock Exchange -- and clearing houses help people invest, raise capital and manage risk. We offer some of the world’s largest markets to trade and clear energy and environmental products. Our fixed income, data services and execution capabilities provide information, analytics and platforms that help our customers streamline processes and capitalize on opportunities. At ICE Mortgage Technology , we are transforming U.S. housing finance, from initial consumer engagement through loan production, closing, registration and the long-term servicing relationship. Together, ICE transforms, streamlines, and automates industries to connect our customers to opportunity. Trademarks of ICE and/or its affiliates include Intercontinental Exchange, ICE, ICE block design, NYSE and New York Stock Exchange. Information regarding additional trademarks and intellectual property rights of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. and/or its affiliates is located here . Key Information Documents for certain products covered by the EU Packaged Retail and Insurance-based Investment Products Regulation can be accessed on the relevant exchange website under the heading “Key Information Documents (KIDS).” Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 -- Statements in this press release regarding ICE's business that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" that involve risks and uncertainties. For a discussion of additional risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, see ICE's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings, including, but not limited to, the risk factors in ICE's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, as filed with the SEC on February 5, 2026. Category: ICE Exchanges SOURCE: Intercontinental Exchange ICE-CORP ICE Media Contact:Rebecca Mitchell media@ice.com ICE Investor Relations Contact:Steven Eagerton Steve.eagerton@ice.com +1 (904) 854-3683 investors@ice.com Source: Intercontinental Exchange Source Link: https://ir.theice.com/press/news-details/2026/NYSE-Launches-NYSE-Texas-Advisory-Board-to-Shape-Future-Expansion-in-the-State/default.aspx Alexander Solomon Report is a socio-corporate media platform of highlights on company news and industry events. The ASR TV E xposé offers higher interests and wider readership in return for mileage. For postings and publicity, email to info@alexandersolomonreport.com

DUBAI, UAE. February 05, 2026 Now in its twelfth edition, this year's summit is expected to be the largest so far, with more than 35 world leaders and representatives from over 1-hundred international organizations in attendance. The World Governments Summit 2026 is underway in Dubai. The event brings together heads of state, ministers, policy-makers, and business leaders from across the globe. Now in its twelfth edition, this year's summit is expected to be the largest so far, with more than 35 world leaders and representatives from over 1-hundred international organizations in attendance. CGTN's Nadia Swan has more.  At a time of grave geopolitical tensions and rapid technological change, governments are under growing pressure to adapt, innovate and cooperate. This week in Dubai, leaders from around the world are gathering to debate and discuss what the future of governance should look like.   This year's summit is centred on the theme Shaping Future Governments, with a strong focus on global governance, artificial intelligence, smart mobility and sustainability. Leaders and experts are exploring how governments can remain resilient and responsive as global challenges become increasingly complex and interconnected, from technological disruption to climate change and economic uncertainty. Cooperation in many sectors between China and the Gulf states however, is flourishing. SALEM AL SHAMSI, Executive Vice President of International Relations, Dubai Chambers "There are many sectors where we've seen success. In a couple of them, including, automotive, in recent years. We believe that, digital economy is something that has a future. Dubai has been working on having this infrastructure and the policies to excel in that part. There is a positive outlook towards, the, relationship and economic ties between both nations." One of the key themes emerging from this year's summit is the deepening economic and technological partnership between China and the Gulf region, particularly in future-focused industries. DR. LIU FENG, Chairman, Beijing Racobit Electronic Information Technology "I think the aviation industry is a key area for China and the GCC cooperation with greater growth opportunities in both traditional aviation and the new aviation tech. EVTOL is a new aviation tech. That's a great fit for GCC short distance travel. China currently has a world class EVTOL technologies." From artificial intelligence and clean energy to logistics and aviation, both sides see significant room for collaboration as governments and industries look to future-proof their economies. ADNAN KAZIM, Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Emirates Airlines "We always believe that aviation and airline, remain to be the focal, connectivity and link between any country that you need. The tourist sector is, again, an important market, I think, between the United Arab Emirates and, we have many families traveling from GCC, to China. And likewise, we see from China as well, coming to, to Dubai and to the GCC. So, yes, China always remains to be quite an, a strategic an important and thanks to the relationship that the two countries are holding." NADIA SWAN Dubai "The message from the World Governments Summit is clear - future governments will be defined not just by policy, but by partnership, innovation, and their ability to respond to a rapidly changing world. Nadia Swan, CGTN, Dubai, United Arab Emirates." Source Link: https://www.worldgovernmentssummit.org/media-hub/news/detail/world-governments-summit-world-leaders-gather-in-dubai-to-discuss-future-governance-strategies