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Global digital entrepreneurship ecosystem index reveals stark gap between digital readiness and scaling capacity

New global DEE Index shows that digital infrastructure alone no longer drives entrepreneurial success Report Cover Digital Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Index VIENNA, Jan. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Vienna Institute for Global Studies (VIGS), an independent interdisciplinary research institute based in Vienna, published the 2026 Global Digital Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Index Report, offering one of the […]

MBAK Energy Solutions, Inc. (OTC:MBAK) Nominates Dr. Konda Shiva to the Board of Directors

SEOUL, South Korea and SHENZHEN, China and WILMINGTON, N.C., Jan. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MBAK Energy Solutions, Inc. (OTC:MBAK) has nominated Dr. Konda Shiva to the MBAK board of directors. Holder of 8 patents and author of a dozen peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Shiva’s extensive background in electrical energy storage and distribution innovation dates back […]

New report from Meltwater and We. Communications reveals 90% of PR teams are integrating generative AI into their workflows

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Meltwater, a global leader in media, social, and consumer intelligence, in partnership with We. Communications, released its first annual State of PR Report, based on insights from more than 1,100 PR and communications professionals worldwide. The report highlights how PR teams are navigating rising expectations, evolving measurement […]

Bitget’s 2025 Review: UEX Leads the Convergence of Crypto and Traditional Markets

Bitget’s 2025 Review: UEX Leads the Convergence of Crypto and Traditional Markets VICTORIA, Seychelles, Jan. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has published its year-in-review covering its Universal Exchange (UEX) model expansion across crypto, onchain markets, and tokenized traditional assets under a single, unified trading experience in 2025. According to CoinGlass’ […]

Swiss-Belhotel International Strengthens Africa Portfolio with the Launch of The Gama by Swiss-Belhotel, Kilimani, Nairobi

NAIROBI, KENYA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 January 2026 – Swiss-Belhotel International, has signed a management agreement for The Gama by Swiss-Belhotel, Kilimani, Nairobi, with Albushra Real Estate Limited, marking the global debut of its newest brand concept and underscoring the group’s strategic expansion across Africa. The latest signing builds on the group’s established presence in East Africa, […]

AACSB Opens Public Comment on 2026 Global Standards for Business Education

TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AACSB International today released exposure drafts of its inaugural Global Standards for Business Education and 2026 Accounting Accreditation Standards inviting feedback from business schools, faculty, students, employers, higher education associations, and other stakeholders worldwide. The new Global Standards for Business Education, a revision of AACSB’s highly respected Accreditation Standards, are designed to […]

Attindas Hygiene Partners Expands European Position with Key Acquisition

RALEIGH, N.C., Jan. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Attindas Hygiene Partners’ growth strategy realized an important step forward today with its acquisition of Societá Italiana Lavorazione Cellulosa (SILC S.p.A.). Attindas executed a share purchase agreement with SILC, acquiring all shares of the 53-year-old, family-owned company. SILC S.p.A. serves customers throughout Europe with high-quality, absorbent hygiene […]

Bitget Deepens Collaboration with Ondo with 98 New US Stocks and ETFs

Bitget Deepens Collaboration with Ondo With 98 New US Stocks and ETFs VICTORIA, Seychelles, Jan. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), announced the listing of 98 new US stocks and Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), opening broader access to traditional markets while advancing its multi-asset trading environment. Enabled through collaboration with Ondo, the […]

Bitget Deepens Collaboration with Ondo with 98 New US Stocks and ETFs

Bitget Deepens Collaboration with Ondo With 98 New US Stocks and ETFs VICTORIA, Seychelles, Jan. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), announced the listing of 98 new US stocks and Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), opening broader access to traditional markets while advancing its multi-asset trading environment. Enabled through collaboration with Ondo, the […]

Zoom Opens Nominations for First U.S. Solopreneur 50 List, Recognizing AI-First Solo Business Leaders

Inaugural grant and recognition program from Zoom highlights solopreneur success and scalability through AI integration and adaptation SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Zoom opens nominations for its Zoom Solopreneur 50 List (ZSP50), a first-of-its-kind recognition and grant program celebrating the individuals who are redefining entrepreneurship by building and growing businesses […]