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June 9, 2026

Bitget Launches Anti-Scam Month 2026, Recovers $32.3 Million for Users

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has launched Anti-Scam Month 2026 under the theme “More Assets, Stronger Shield. Stay Safe in the Multi-Asset Era.” The annual initiative focuses on helping users navigate an increasingly complex threat landscape as digital asset platforms expand beyond crypto into broader multi-asset ecosystems.

The campaign is accompanied by the release of key security and fraud prevention results from 2025. During the year, Bitget intercepted more than 150 million malicious attack requests, identified over 13,000 high-risk malicious IP addresses, and handled 18,135 user protection cases. The platform’s security team also helped users recover approximately $32.3 million linked to security incidents and fraudulent activity.

“The industry is entering a multi-asset era where users can access a wider range of products and markets through a single platform. As that access expands, security responsibilities increase too,” said Hon Ng, Chief Legal Officer at Bitget. “Protecting users requires continuous risk monitoring, rapid response mechanisms, security education, and close cooperation across the industry. Anti-Scam Month reflects the importance of building those protections alongside product innovation.”

Throughout 2025, Bitget continued to strengthen its security framework across account protection, asset custody, fraud prevention, and platform risk management. The platform expanded Passkey authentication capabilities based on FIDO2 and WebAuthn standards, enhanced multi-factor authentication coverage for high-risk account actions, strengthened anti-phishing protections, and improved device management controls that allow users to monitor and manage account access in real time.

Bitget also expanded its real-time threat detection and web security infrastructure in 2025. Security systems recorded more than 2.8 billion interceptions through custom protection rules and mitigated over 1.5 billion DDoS-related attack attempts. The platform’s monitoring capabilities were further enhanced through machine learning-based behavioral analysis designed to identify suspicious activity and emerging threats across multiple layers of the ecosystem.

User education remained a major focus of Bitget’s security strategy. Anti-Scam Month campaigns conducted across 2024 and 2025 reached approximately 1.38 billion users globally through security awareness content, educational resources, and community engagement initiatives. The company also expanded its Anti-Scam Hub, maintained its public bug bounty program, and introduced interactive initiatives such as the Smarter Eyes Challenge, which attracted close to 50,000 participants through simulated phishing and scam detection exercises.

Bitget continued to collaborate with leading blockchain security organizations, including SlowMist and Elliptic, to support threat intelligence sharing, anti-fraud research, and broader industry awareness efforts. Through a combination of platform security, user education, and industry cooperation, the company continues to invest in creating a safer environment for users navigating digital and tokenized financial markets.

Read our CLO’s letter here: https://www.bitget.com/blog/articles/bitget-clo-letter-more-assets-mean-more-responsibility

For more information, visit: https://www.bitget.com/events/antiscamhub

About Bitget

Bitget is the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), serving over 125 million users and offering access to over 2M crypto tokens, 100+ tokenized stocks, ETFs, commodities, FX, and precious metals such as gold. The ecosystem is committed to helping users trade smarter with its AI agent, which co-pilots trade execution. Bitget is driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships with LALIGA and MotoGP. Aligned with its global impact strategy, Bitget has joined hands with UNICEF to support blockchain education for 1.1 million people by 2027. Bitget currently leads in the tokenized TradFi market, providing the industry’s lowest fees and highest liquidity across 150 regions worldwide.

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June 9, 2026

ChemOne’s Pengerang Energy Complex Project Awards EPCC Works to CNCEC

SINGAPORE, June 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pengerang Energy Complex Sdn. Bhd. (“PEC”) is pleased to announce the award of the Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning (“EPCC”) works for the Pengerang Energy Complex Project (“Project”) in Johor, Malaysia to China National Chemical Engineering Company Limited (“CNCEC”).

The award marks a significant milestone for PEC as it advances through the final approval process with global Export Credit Agencies and project finance lenders.

CNCEC was selected following a rigorous evaluation process that considered technical expertise, financial strength, and project execution capabilities. As a leading global engineering and construction group, CNCEC brings the resources, extensive experience in world-scale energy and petrochemical projects, and familiarity with Honeywell UOP technologies, which form a key part of PEC’s process design. Supported by a strong track record of delivering large-scale projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule, CNCEC is a highly capable partner for the successful execution of the Pengerang Energy Complex.

Commenting on the award, a PEC spokesperson said:

“The award of the EPCC works to CNCEC marks an important milestone for the Pengerang Energy Complex Project. It reflects the Project’s continued progress towards construction and our commitment to delivering a world-scale facility.”

This collaboration also marks a significant step in strengthening the strategic partnership between PEC and CNCEC and is expected to support future opportunities for cooperation on PEC’s planned energy and petrochemical developments.

About Pengerang Energy Complex (www.pengerangenergy.com)

The Pengerang Energy Complex (PEC) is a world-scale integrated refinery and petrochemical development located in Johor, Malaysia. Designed to produce transportation fuels, aromatics, and petrochemical products for international markets, PEC is strategically positioned within the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone and is expected to play a key role in enhancing regional energy security, industrial development, and sustainable economic growth.

About CNCEC

China National Chemical Engineering Co., Ltd. (CNCEC) is a leading global engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor specializing in chemical, petrochemical, refining, energy, and industrial infrastructure projects. With extensive international experience and a strong track record of delivering large-scale projects across multiple continents, CNCEC is recognized for its engineering excellence, execution capabilities, and commitment to quality, safety, and sustainable development.

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June 9, 2026

Holafly partners with ATP Top 20 doubles player Francisco Cabral

Holafly Global Brand Ambassador Francisco Cabral

ATP Top 20 doubles player Francisco Cabral has joined Holafly as a global brand ambassador. As part of the partnership, the highest-ranked Portuguese doubles player in ATP history will share moments from life on the ATP Tour. This content will showcase how athletes stay prepared during constant travel.

DUBLIN, June 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Holafly, the global leader in travel eSIMs, today announced a new partnership with ATP Top 20 doubles player Francisco Cabral, who joins the company as a global brand ambassador. The collaboration brings together one of the world’s leading eSIM companies with one of tennis’ most internationally active players.

Few athletes embody modern international travel quite like Cabral. The Portuguese star competes in approximately 35 to 40 tournaments each season across Europe, North America, Asia, Australia and the Middle East. Constant adaptation to new countries, cultures, climates and time zones means his experience closely reflects the realities faced by millions of international travellers every day.

Cabral has firmly established himself as one of the most consistent doubles players on the ATP Tour, reaching a career-high ranking of World No. 19 and becoming the highest-ranked Portuguese doubles player in ATP history. His career includes six ATP Tour doubles titles, fifteen ATP Challenger titles and appearances at all four Grand Slam tournaments. In 2022, he and Nuno Borges became the first all-Portuguese team to win the Estoril Open, while his recent quarterfinal run at the Australian Open further cemented his place among the world’s leading doubles players.

As part of the partnership, Cabral will share firsthand moments from life on the ATP Tour, offering fans a clear view into the realities of competing around the world, from packed tournament schedules and long-haul journeys to the challenges that come with constant travel.

The collaboration will also spotlight Holafly’s Always On feature, which includes 1GB of backup data at no extra cost. Always On is designed to provide travellers with added reassurance during unexpected situations, ensuring they have a backup plan when they need it most.

“Francisco represents a new generation of athletes whose careers take them all over the world. Every season means new countries, new cities and new challenges, but also incredible opportunities. His journey reflects the way millions of people travel today, which makes him a natural fit for Holafly and everything we stand for,” said Daniela Prado, Brand Director at Holafly.

The partnership begins as Cabral continues to compete on some of the biggest stages in professional tennis, including Wimbledon, the US Open and the Australian Open. Throughout the season, Holafly and Cabral will bring fans closer to life beyond the court, highlighting the experiences that come with competing around the world.

As careers become increasingly international, the partnership between Holafly and Francisco Cabral reflects a shared belief that exploring the world should be shaped by opportunity, not uncertainty.

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June 8, 2026

Mavenir and TextNow Win Best MVNO and Industry Collaboration at MVNOs World Awards

Award-winning collaboration delivers transformative results: eSIM activations surge from 2% to 94% in six months and paid subscribers more than double year-over-year

RICHARDSON, Texas and WATERLOO, Ontario, June 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mavenir, the software company building mobile networks that are AI-by-design, and TextNow, the leading ad-supported U.S. free wireless service, have been jointly awarded Best MVNO and Industry Collaboration at the MVNOs World Awards in Amsterdam. The award recognizes the pair’s collaboration to redefine real-time entitlement control for a freemium, ad-supported, and paid mobile service operating at scale across the United States and Canada.

Mavenir and TextNow win Best MVNO and Industry Collaboration at the MVNOs World Awards

TextNow serves more than 10 million monthly active users, many moving fluidly between freemium, ad-supported, time-bound, and paid plans within the same day. Sustaining that flexibility at scale, consistent, real-time service enforcement, demanded a fundamentally different approach to MVNO architecture.

Mavenir’s integrated BSS, Converged Charging System (CCS), Packet Core, and IMS were deployed as a unified control plane, repositioning CCS as the real-time entitlement authority driving network behavior rather than a back-office billing platform. Entitlement changes including ad engagement, SIM activation, plan upgrades and quota exhaustion are now enforced instantly in the network, without manual reconciliation or delayed synchronization. The business impact has been transformative: eSIM activations grew from 2% to 94% of all new activations within six months of deployment, while paid wireless subscribers more than doubled year over year.

Derek Ting, CEO of TextNow: “We exist to prove reliable wireless service doesn’t have to be expensive. Mavenir’s integrated platform gave us real-time control over every aspect of the customer experience, from instant eSIM activation to seamless transitions between free and paid plans, while fundamentally improving our unit economics at scale. This award validates the architecture, but what matters most is what it unlocks: the ability to keep pushing the boundaries of what a free wireless service can deliver to millions of customers.”

The deployment, built on a 5G-first, active-active geo-redundant design, delivers 99.999% availability for carrier-grade operations. A no-code and low-code configuration model has accelerated time-to-market by decoupling offer creation from engineering cycles, while direct SIM ownership enabled eSIM adoption and materially improved the customer activation journey by allowing new subscribers to activate service instantly, entirely within the app.

Pardeep Kohli, Chief Executive Officer, Mavenir: “This award is a testament to what becomes possible when BSS and Core are truly integrated. TextNow pushed the boundaries of what an MVNO can be, and Mavenir’s architecture rose to meet that ambition. Together, we proved that cloud-native, open network software is not just viable for complex digital MVNOs – it is the enabler.”

The MVNOs World Awards, organized by Informa in Amsterdam, recognizes excellence across the virtual network operator industry. The Best MVNO and Industry Collaboration category honors partnerships that demonstrate measurable impact through joint innovation.

About Mavenir
Mavenir is enabling intelligent, automated, programmable networks through the development of telco-first, cloud-native, AI-by-design software solutions for mobile operators. The company’s deep telco domain expertise has been proven through deployments with 300+ operators globally in over 120 countries, which together serve more than 50% of the world’s subscribers. Mavenir combines its deep telco experience with the cloud and IT expertise and data science skillsets essential to solving real customer challenges. Its proven software solutions are AI by design, delivering the AI-native future and operators’ evolution to TechCos. For more information, please visit www.mavenir.com.

About TextNow
Founded in Waterloo, Ontario in 2009, TextNow is the largest ad-supported free wireless service in the United States, built on the belief that phone service should be more flexible, accessible and affordable for everyone. TextNow delivers wireless service through an app, giving customers unlimited talk and text, free data for 25+ apps and access to the same 5G network as the major carriers. Those who need more can add wireless data on their own terms by the day, week, or month, and remove ads with the Unlimited Plan. For more information, visit textnow.com or find us free in the App Store and Google Play.

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June 8, 2026

Bombardier and Elie Saab Debut First-of-its-kind Collaboration, Introducing the Haute Couture of Aviation with Bespoke Global 8000 Cabin Design

A collaboration that represents a new expression of business aviation
Bombardier and ELIE SAAB redefine the onboard experience
A new standard of comfort and craftmanship at 50,000 feet

Bombardier and ELIE SAAB Debut First-of-its-kind Collaboration, Introducing the Haute Couture of Aviation

MONACO, June 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bombardier and ELIE SAAB are proud to unveil a bold new chapter in business aviation: a bespoke cabin design for the Global 8000 aircraft that redefines the onboard experience through the lens of haute couture.

This landmark, first-of-its-kind collaboration brings together Bombardier’s industry-leading engineering and performance with ELIE SAAB’s timeless design expertise, elevating the world’s fastest⁽¹⁾business jet’s cabin into a refined living environment where precision, comfort and timeless elegance converge. The unveiling took place at Bombardier’s Aviator Lounge, the company’s curated, immersive flagship in Monaco during the Formula 1 Grand Prix, placing the project at the intersection of performance, design and refined living.

This collaboration reflects a natural alignment between two globally renowned brands, united by a shared commitment to serving a discerning global clientele with uncompromising standards of quality, precision, and sophistication.

Bombardier and ELIE SAAB Debut First-of-its-kind Collaboration, Introducing the Haute Couture of Aviation

“When we began discussions with ELIE SAAB, the Global 8000 was already well on the path to becoming a certified, operational aircraft. This allowed us to go beyond concepts and rethink the cabin as a true living space, while fully respecting the performance and operational realities of the aircraft,” said Éric Martel, President and Chief Executive Officer of Bombardier. “This collaboration pushes the boundaries of business aviation and reflects our relentless focus on elevating the customer experience.”

For ELIE SAAB, whose creative universe has long extended beyond fashion into the worlds of design and interiors, the project was both intuitive and deeply personal. The Global 8000 cabin has been reimagined as a sophisticated, harmonious space, defined by clean architectural lines, rich materials and a warm, timeless palette that enhances both openness and fluidity.

“With Bombardier, we approached this collaboration with an haute couture mindset, elevating every material and detail into a carefully curated expression of luxury, precision and design excellence. This project also reflects our desire to accompany our clients in their daily lives wherever they are, extending the ELIE SAAB universe into every moment of their journey. It is truly a new approach to private aviation, where travel becomes a seamless continuation of refined living,” said Elie Saab Jr., CEO of ELIE SAAB.

Designed as an intimate yet open and highly personalized environment, the cabin translates a refined way of living into the experience of private travel. Bathed in natural light, the interior reveals a serene and spacious sanctuary characterized by fluid architectural lines, expansive sightlines and a warm, harmonious palette. At its centre, a generous lounge area serves as the heart of the cabin, offering an inviting setting designed to foster well-being, connection and effortless comfort.

Bombardier and ELIE SAAB Debut First-of-its-kind Collaboration, Introducing the Haute Couture of Aviation

Behind the elegant simplicity of the cabin lies a highly complex and deeply collaborative process. Bombardier’s engineering teams worked hand-in-hand with ELIE SAAB to translate couture-inspired design into a fully certifiable aircraft interior, meeting the rigorous technical, safety and performance standards of business aviation.

This exclusive Global 8000 cabin offering marks a defining milestone in Bombardier’s continued evolution, not only as a leader in aviation, but as a brand shaping the future of its industry. Now available to Global 8000 customers as an option, this distinctive cabin concept reflects a natural extension of ELIE SAAB’s universe into new dimensions of lifestyle and design, reinforcing its ambition to accompany clients wherever they are, and to bring its distinctive design philosophy into every aspect of their lives – even in flight.

About Bombardier

At Bombardier (BBD-B.TO), we design, build, modify and maintain the world’s best-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. That means not simply exceeding standards, but understanding customers well enough to anticipate their unspoken needs.

For them, we are committed to pioneering the future of aviation—innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. And we are passionate about delivering unrivaled craftsmanship and care, giving our customers greater confidence and the elevated experience they deserve and expect. Because people who shape the world will always need the most productive and responsible ways to move through it.

Bombardier customers operate a fleet of more than 5,200 aircraft, supported by a vast network of Bombardier team members worldwide and 10 service facilities across six countries. Bombardier’s performance-leading jets are proudly manufactured in aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. In 2024, Bombardier was honoured with the prestigious “Red Dot: Best of the Best” award for Brands and Communication Design.

For Information

For corporate news and information, including Bombardier’s Sustainability report, as well as the company’s initiative to cover all its flight operations with a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend utilizing the Book-and-Claim system visit bombardier.com.

Learn more about Bombardier’s industry-leading products and customer service network at bombardier.com. Follow us on X @Bombardier.

About ELIE SAAB

Founded in Lebanon in 1982, ELIE SAAB is one of the world’s leading Haute Couture lifestyle brands. As one of the first international members of France’s prestigious Chambre Syndicale, the House has established a global presence with flagship boutiques in major fashion capitals including Paris, London, Milan, Dubai, Beirut and other key cities around the world.

Sought after by A-list celebrities and royalty around the globe, the house offers Haute Couture, Ready-to-Wear, and Bridal collections, complemented by accessories, eyewear, childrenswear, watches, fragrances and furniture. The brand has also expanded into interior design partnering with leading developers worldwide.

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⁽¹⁾Under certain operating conditions, when compared to commercial and business aircraft currently in service.

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June 8, 2026

Update on the simplified tender offer for North Atlantic Energies shares

Nanterre, June 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

Update on the simplified tender offer for North Atlantic Energies shares

Nanterre, June 8, 2026 – North Atlantic France recalls that, on November 28, 2025, it announced the successful closing of its acquisition of 82.89% of the share capital and voting rights of Esso S.A.F, renamed North Atlantic Energies, at a price of €26.19 per share.

North Atlantic France announced on November 10, 2025 that it will file a mandatory tender offer under the simplified procedure (the “Offer”) for the remaining shares of North Atlantic Energies it does not own at a price of €28.93 per share.

North Atlantic France informs the public that it will not request the implementation of a squeeze-out procedure as part of the Offer.

The Offer, therefore with no squeeze-out procedure, will be filed with the Autorité des marchés financiers (the “AMF”) once the independent expert’s work has been finalised. The Offer documentation, including the independent expert’s fairness opinion on the financial terms of the Offer, will be submitted to the AMF for review, and the Offer will only open once the AMF has issued its compliance decision.

MEDIA CONTACTS

France: Brunswick Group – [email protected]
Hugues Boëton: +33 6 79 99 27 15
Paul Priam: +33 6 84 39 09 89

Canada: Mark Duggan – [email protected]
+1-709-687-3136

ABOUT NORTH ATLANTIC

For nearly four decades, North Atlantic has been a market leader in the retail gas and convenience sector, as well as the residential, commercial, and wholesale fuel industries in Newfoundland and Labrador. Recently, through a joint venture with Suncor Energy, North Atlantic expanded its retail division into Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, through North Sun Energy. As managing partner, North Atlantic operates 110 fuel retail sites across all three provinces. North Atlantic has ambitious plans for future growth and development in strategic locations across the region. Known for its expertise in acquiring and delivering exceptional products, North Atlantic caters to both domestic and industrial sectors while also serving global clients through their marine bunkering distribution channels. North Atlantic is committed to strategic growth to deliver innovative and green energy solutions aligned with evolving global needs. By driving industry progress, North Atlantic is supporting new skills and new jobs for this dynamic landscape. North Atlantic remains committed to providing exceptional energy, fuel and convenience retail initiatives that enhance customer experience while fostering economic growth in the communities they serve in Canada and beyond.

MEDIA CONTACTS

France: Brunswick Group - [email protected]
Hugues Boëton: +33 6 79 99 27 15
Paul Priam: +33 6 84 39 09 89

Canada: Mark Duggan - [email protected]
+1-709-687-3136

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