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BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 June 2025 – Green SM, Southeast Asia’s first all-electric ride-hailing platform, developed by Vietnam’s Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company (GSM), has been awarded Green Leadership at the prestigious Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards (AREA) 2025 held in Bangkok. The recognition celebrates Green SM’s pioneering role in shaping a sustainable transportation ecosystem in Vietnam and expanding its green mobility model across the region. Ms. Phan Thi Hong Dung – Director of Training and Culture Development at GSM (center) represented the company to receive the award at the event. Founded in 2011 by Enterprise Asia, AREA is among the most respected awards in Asia for corporate sustainability, innovation, and social responsibility. The 2025 theme, “A Necessary Shift to a Regenerative Economy,” highlights the growing expectation for businesses to restore ecosystems and deliver sustainable value to communities. Green SM stood out in the Green Leadership category for its scalable and inclusive approach to electrifying urban transport. The company operates its own fleet of electric vehicles, while also offering a technology platform – the Green SM Platform, allowing individual VinFast EV owners to join the service. In addition, Green SM also partners with traditional taxi operators to support their transition to electric vehicles. Together, these three components form a flexible, open ecosystem that accelerates the shift toward green mobility in Vietnam and beyond. “Sustainability at Green SM goes beyond strategy. It is deeply embedded in our everyday decisions, our culture, and how we grow,” said Ms. Phan Thi Hong Dung, Director of Training and Culture Development at GSM, at the award ceremony. “We believe that a truly sustainable model only works when every individual within the ecosystem chooses to live green, work green, and serve their community with kindness and responsibility. Each ride with Green SM not only helps reduce emissions but also encourages positive habits and sets new standards for sustainable living in society. We are proud that Green SM’s journey toward global expansion has been recognized on such a prominent platform in Asia.” The award marks a significant milestone in Green SM’s broader “Go Green Global” journey. This recognition goes beyond a single Vietnamese enterprise. It reflects Vietnam’s growing potential to drive innovation, scale impactful solutions, and contribute a long-term ecosystem perspective to the global green transformation. In just two years, the company has expanded beyond Vietnam into Laos, Indonesia, and the Philippines, completing more than 300 million trips, covering 1.7 billion zero-emission kilometers. The total reduction in CO₂ emissions is estimated at over 211,000 tons, equivalent to the annual carbon absorption capacity of approximately 3,200 hectares of forest. Back home in Vietnam, the company leads the electric taxi market with nearly 40% market share and has partnered with nearly 100 local transport businesses to support their electrification journeys. Big local names such as G7 Taxi, Mai Linh, Lado Taxi, and En Vang have joined the effort with 19 companies fully converting their fleets to electric vehicles. This marks a defining shift: green mobility is no longer an alternative, but a new standard in modern urban transport. With operations now spanning four Southeast Asian countries, Green SM is the second-largest ride-hailing brand in the region and the only one powered entirely by electric vehicles. Its ability to operate efficiently across diverse markets with varying infrastructure and user behaviors is a strong testament to the company’s capacity for large-scale deployment, high adaptability, and strategic regional vision as a Vietnamese brand. https://www.xanhsm.com/vi-EN Hashtag: #GSM #GreenGSM The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

GUIYANG, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2025 – Eco Forum Global Guyang 2025 will be held in Guiyang, Guizhou from July 5th to 6th. Guizhou, located in the southwest of China, is using an ecological pen to paint a gorgeous green picture along her mountains and rivers. From an ‘Experimental Zone’ to a ‘Pilot Zone’, Guizhou has embarked on a new path of green development characterized with prosperous economy, wealthy people and ecological beauty. Visitors in Libo county’s Xiaoqikong Scenic Area in Guizhou Province. Significant Improvement in Eco-environment Guizhou persists in winning the ‘Five Major Battles’ of pollution prevention and control and coordinates the integrated eco-restoration of mountains, rivers, lakes, farmland, forests, grasslands and deserts. By 2024, the ambient air quality in 9 key cities and 88 counties in Guizhou has met Grade II, and the overall surface water quality has been remarkable. The excellent water quality rate of 222 monitoring sections of major rivers is 99.1%, and that of 23 exit sections reaches 100%. The water quality compliance rate of centralized drinking water sources at or above the county level remains 100%. Citizens visit Denggaoyunshan Park in Guiyang City. The Wushui River (Wuyang River) in Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture has been successfully selected as one of the Outstanding Cases of Beautiful Rivers and Lakes in China. Since 2019, the water quality in Qiandongnan Prefecture has been among the top 10 in China for six consecutive years. Mr. Wu Hougui, a member of the Loong Boat Team in Ximen Community, Zhenyuan County, said, ‘The Loong Boat Competition tradition can not be inherited for thousands of years without lucid waters and lush mountains.’ Flourishing Green Industries Guizhou is accelerating the transformation and upgrading of traditional industries, integrating green and low-carbon concept throughout the entire process of high-quality development. Guizhou has successfully established 85 national level green factories and 22 green industrial parks. The green economy accounts for about 48%. The first commercial hydrogen locomotive in China has started trial operation on Guizhou Meijin Railway Special Line in Zhongshan District, Liupanshui City, opening up a new path for clean coal transportation. The construction of ‘Electric Guizhou’ has achieved fruitful results. Since the beginning of 2025, a total of 3,054 electric heavy-duty trucks have been promoted and applied in the energy sector, reducing carbon dioxide emissions by about 332,000 tons. The forestry has also achieved a huge leap forward. In 2014, the total output value of Guizhou’s forestry was only 60.1 billion yuan, and it exceeded 465.4 billion yuan in 2024. Over the past decade, the forest coverage rate has increased from 49% to 63.3%, with a forest area of 166 million mu. Innovative Eco-protection System In 2024, Guizhou took the lead in establishing a unified and standardized mechanism for issuing forestry carbon tickets at the provincial level in China, granting the first batch of 10 provincial forestry carbon tickets and achieving a total of 11 million yuan in transactions. In addition, a total of 120 water rights transactions have been completed, with a transaction volume of 86.0287 million cubic meters, amounting to 31.5387 million yuan. Public Participation in Eco-construction Guizhou’s tradition of ‘Tree Planting for New Year Celebrations’ has continued for 11 years, with 605 million more seedlings newly planted here. Since the 14th Five-Year-Plan, Guizhou has shifted its greening focus from ‘coverage expansion’ to ‘quality improvement’. Through projects such as degraded forest restoration and forest nurturing, the forest has been both ‘greened’ and ‘increased in value’. Meanwhile, with both ‘civil defense and technical defense’, Guizhou has successfully protected the ecological foundation. For instance, there are 87 remote video surveillance points established in Guiyang to prevent forest fire. There are 400 infrared cameras installed to track the rare species in Mount Fanjing and more than 40,000 forest chiefs ready to guard forest resources. Efficient Resource Utilization and Green Transformation Guizhou has implemented the strategy of ‘Refined Development of Rich Minerals’ to promote efficient utilization of resources. In the field of phosphorus chemical industry, Qiannan Prefecture has laid out modern chemical and new energy battery material industries, realizing the transformation of phosphorus from ‘fertilizer’ to ‘material’. The total output value of phosphorus based modern chemical and new energy battery materials has exceeded 50 billion yuan. Furthermore, in the field of aluminum industry, Shuicheng Economic Development Zone has achieved 100% in-situ conversion of aluminum liquid, and the number of aluminum related enterprises has increased from 1 in 2016 to 54. Guizhou is also actively developing the cultural tourism industry and digital economy. The Zhenyuan Loong Boat Race Cultural Festival has unleashed the consumption potential of cultural tourism. During the Loong Boat Festival this year, Zhenyuan County received 253,900 tourists, realizing a total tourism revenue of 234 million yuan. Additionally, Guizhou’s digital economy growth rate has been among the top in the country for 9 consecutive years. There are 48 national key data centers under construction and in operation, making Guizhou one of the regions with the most intelligent computing resources and the strongest capabilities in China. Hashtag: #Guizhou The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2025 – The “New Technology of Power System” forum concluded today in Manila, emerging as a pivotal platform for international dialogue on energy innovation. Co-hosted by Beijing Sifang Automation Company and the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines (IIEE), the summit drew industry leaders, technical experts, to address challenges facing modern power grids. Sifang Hosts Landmark Power Technology Forum: Global Experts Chart Path for Grid Modernization The event boasted a distinguished roster of attendees, including Engineer Alberto R. Herrera Jr., National President of IIEE, Engineer Cleofe T. Caidic, IIEE’s Technical Affairs Vice President,and executives from Beijing Sifang Automation Company, including Chairwoman Gao Xiuhuan, Vice President Liu Shu and President Assistant Zhang Xing, joined forces with Leaders and representatives of National Grid Corporation of the Philippines(NGCP), The Manila Electric Company (Meralco), State Nuclear Electric Power Planning Design & Research Institute Philippines, Northeast Electric Power First Engineering Philippines., and other representatives from utilities, EPC, developer, and the media rounded out the audience. Kicking off the forum, Ms. Gao Xiuhuan’s opening address underscored technology’s role in global energy transitions, setting the stage for technical deep-dives. Engineer Herrera followed with a call to action on cross-industry collaboration, while Engineer Caidic’s keynote “Empowering the Grid” outlined Philippine strategies for infrastructure upgrades through technical training and standardization. The following keynote speeches of the day are given by technical elites from Sifang. Ms. Li Wei proposed HVDC solutions for the Philippines’ archipelagic grid challenges. Mr. Wang Jikang shared insights on STATCOM and grid-forming technologies for renewable integration. Mr. Zou Dengfeng discussed EMS/DMS applications for green grid stability. Ms. Zhang Jiamei advocated for wide-area monitoring systems based on her Imperial College research. Mr. Xu Kehan addressed relay protection innovations for modern power systems. Mr. Luo Nuo wrapped the forum with “Generation-Grid-Load-Storage Monitoring and Control”, emphasizing the need for unified control systems. “We see this forum as a very good chance to make friends, share views, and take good advice” said Ms. Gao in her opening remarks,” In the future, we will dedicate ourselves to making more contributions to the Philippines’ power systems”. The forum concluded with an evening gala, where bilateral discussions laid groundwork for future tech transfers and joint R&D. Beijing Sifang Automation Company, as a leading force in power automation technology within China and a globally recognized innovator in the field, founded in 1994 and headquartered in Beijing, China, has established branches in several overseas locations, including India, the Philippines, and Kenya. Sifang provides products and solutions across various sectors of the power system, covering generation, transmission, distribution, consumption, and storage. Its offerings include protection, automation, power electronics, switchgear, energy storage, and smart IoT. Currently, SIFANG’s products are distributed globally, with exports to over 90 countries across Southeast Asia,Central Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Europe. More than 2 million intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) and tens of thousands of automation systems are operating safely and reliably in domestic and international markets. Hashtag: #Sifang The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2025 – Amid an era of unprecedented generational transformation, The 4th Forum of the New Generation of Entrepreneurs kicked off on June 17 in Beijing, sparking a groundbreaking dialogue on the future of private enterprise succession in China. Jerry Lu, Chairman of Jinshang Technology Group, set the stage with a powerful and inspiring keynote titled “Carry on the Second Half, Writing a New Chapter “ captivating the audience and setting the tone for this pivotal event. Jerry Lu delivered an inspiring keynote at the 4th China Next-Gen Entrepreneurs Forum, sharing his journey and insights on generational succession. The event brought together over 1,000 participants, including distinguished experts such as Ji Weimin, Deputy Director of the Institute of Industrial Economics at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and President of China Business Journal, Prof. Peng Qian, Director of Roger King Center for Asian Family Business and Family Office at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, along with representatives from the new generation and private enterprises. Bridging Generations: From Conflict to Understanding Jerry Lu’s keynote began with a personal story of accompanying his father on a business trip at age 12, planting the seed of his desire to one day stand shoulder-to-shoulder and lead alongside him. Jerry Lu reflected on the complexities of generational succession, sharing his personal journey of transformation—from feelings of frustration to a deep sense of understanding, and from reluctantly inheriting a legacy to actively embracing it. He likened the first generation’s contributions to a powerful “threefold fuel”—resources, experience, and spirit—that not only provide a foundation for the next generation but also serve as a launchpad for bold innovation and future growth. Turning Challenges into Opportunities: 68% Attrition vs. 71.2% Survival Jerry Lu highlighted critical insights into the generational succession crisis, revealing that 68% of successors forced into leadership roles leave within three years, and only 3% of such businesses survive beyond five generations. In contrast, businesses led by proactive successors boast a remarkable 71.2% survival rate over three generations, underscoring the importance of intentional, forward-thinking leadership transitions. To address these challenges, Lu outlined five strategic pathways for successful succession: cultural governance, technology-driven transformation, digitalization, industry upgrades, and cross-sector integration. As a testament to these principles, Lu shared his own approach—leveraging the TOJOY’s Platform to build a comprehensive health and legacy service platform tailored for high-net-worth clients. This integrated innovation model not only harnesses the resources and networks of previous generations but also positions businesses for sustainable growth in a rapidly changing landscape. Academic and Media Perspectives on Family Business Succession Ji, a seasoned media expert, shared insights from a decade of research on over 2,000 family businesses across China, identifying three pivotal shifts essential for successful succession. The first shift urges the next generation to move beyond the passive role of “inheritors” and embrace the proactive role of “co-creators,” taking responsibility for driving innovation and growth. The second shift emphasizes the importance of utilizing professional tools, such as insurance and trusts, to effectively protect and transfer family wealth. The third shift highlights the need to establish a sustainable ecosystem by integrating financial tools, family culture, and legal frameworks. Building on this perspective, Prof. Peng Qian shed light on the growing trend of family businesses transitioning into family offices. She emphasized that the longevity and success of family enterprises rely on shared values, a long-term vision, and strategies focused on creating impact. As family businesses confront challenges like a shortage of successors and intergenerational conflicts, family offices are emerging as a vital solution. These offices not only manage wealth but also foster family unity and uphold values through philanthropy, education, and social impact investments. Peng stressed that this transition is essential for preserving family legacies while ensuring their growth and relevance in an ever-evolving business landscape. An 84 Trillion Yuan Shift: From Family Mission to National Legacy Over the next 30 years, approximately 84 trillion yuan in private wealth will transition to the next generation, shaping the backbone of China’s economy. This forum, blending academic research, media insights, and practical case studies, presented a bold new blueprint for succession. With private enterprises contributing over 50% of tax revenue, 60% of GDP, 70% of technological advancements, 80% of employment, and more than 90% of all businesses, the next generation’s responsibility extends far beyond their families—it is deeply tied to the nation’s future. As Jerry remarked, “We inherit a legacy forged by our predecessors’ perseverance, and we write a new chapter under the banner of national rejuvenation.” A new era of collaboration, innovation, and shared responsibility has begun, paving the way for the future of China’s private economy Hashtag: #TOJOY The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Understanding Asian Cancers and Diabetes Through an Asian Lens SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2025 – Tanoto Foundation today announced the funding of two transformative, Singapore-based medical research projects focused on diseases that disproportionately affect Asian populations: prevalent and aggressive cancers, and young-onset Type 2 diabetes. The multi-year initiatives aim to generate data-driven insights that can accelerate diagnosis, improve patient outcomes, and guide public health policy. NCCS and SGH secure research funding from Tanoto Foundation for projects tackling Asian-prevalent cancers and young-onset diabetes to drive breakthroughs in regional health Despite global strides in medicine, Asia continues to face rising rates of cancer and diabetes – diseases that are biologically and clinically distinct in Asian populations but remain under-researched due to a lack of region-specific data. The two research projects, from National Cancer Centre Singapore and Singapore General Hospital, will focus on filling these gaps through deep genomic studies and innovative risk-prediction models. Imelda Tanoto, Member of the Board of Trustees, Tanoto Foundation said: “Singapore is well-positioned to lead in medical science. It has strong research institutions and a population that reflects the diversity of Asia. By supporting researchers here who are focused on health issues that affect Asians, we hope to help drive discoveries that make a real difference to people’s lives — both in Singapore and across the region.” Tackling Asian-Prevalent Cancers Led by Dr Jason Chan, Medical Oncologist, National Cancer Centre Singapore, the research will investigate four types of cancers with high prevalence and poor outcomes in Asia: Breast Cancer in Asian Women, marked by earlier onset and biological differences compared to Western populations T/NK-Cell Lymphomas, an aggressive blood cancer dominant in East Asians with limited treatment options Bile Duct Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma), increasingly linked to environmental exposures specific to Asia Rare Asian Cancers, collectively neglected but accounting for up to 25% of all cases in the region These cancers are devastating but remain poorly understood because most research has focused on Western populations,” said Dr Chan. “By decoding their molecular and genomic landscapes in Asian patients, we want to uncover new diagnostic and therapeutic opportunities to benefit patients.” A key feature of the project is its open-access commitment: anonymised data will be freely available to the broader research community to accelerate further discovery and collaboration. Unmasking Diabetes Risk in Young Singaporeans The second research project, led by Dr Daphne Gardner, Endocrinologist, Singapore General Hospital, will address the rising incidence of Type 2 diabetes in young adults, particularly prevalent in Singapore, where 1 in 5 young adults have prediabetes or diabetes, despite being of normal weight. Unlike traditional assessments that rely heavily on BMI and family history, this project will develop a next-generation risk prediction tool by incorporating non-traditional indicators such as body fat distribution, continuous glucose monitoring, and health-seeking behaviour. “Many young Asians with diabetes don’t fit the usual risk profile. They’re lean, active, and often overlooked by current screening models,” said Dr Gardner. “We want to change that by identifying new risk signals and developing tools that are tailored to Singapore’s population and beyond.” Findings from the study aim to inform national diabetes screening guidelines and lead to earlier interventions that can curb long-term complications. Singapore as a Hub for Medical Research Advancement In addition to previously supported research projects, these two initiatives reflect a growing recognition of Singapore’s role in advancing precision medicine for Asian populations, driven by strong clinical infrastructure, genomic capabilities, and public-private partnerships. Imelda Tanoto added: “We believe precision health can change how we treat and prevent diseases. We’re supporting researchers who are not only breaking new ground, but also making sure their work reaches people and communities across Asia. This is something deeply personal to us — it’s about improving lives in a way that’s inclusive, meaningful, and lasting.” This announcement marks a key milestone in Tanoto Foundation’s continuing effort to improve the quality of healthcare and health standards, leading to longer and better healthspans. Hashtag: #TanotoFoundation The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Tanoto Foundation At Tanoto Foundation, we unlock human potential, help communities thrive, and create lasting impact. Founded in 1981 by Sukanto Tanoto and Tinah Bingei Tanoto, we are an independent family foundation that believes in providing every person with the opportunity to realize his or her full potential. To do so, we catalyse systems change in education and healthcare. Our approach is impact-first, collaborative, and evidence-based. We invest for the long term and strive to develop leaders who can drive sustained, positive outcomes. More information is available at www.tanotofoundation.org/en/.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2025 – Crypto has been booming for quite a while now. But for those who missed the hype train or find the highly volatile crypto market unsuitable, contracts for difference (CFD) present a viable—and arguably more secure—asset type. The experts at Octa, a global broker since 2011, explain why CFDs are worth exploring to expand experience with the financial markets. New trends, old problems The crypto market experienced turmoil throughout 2024. Bitcoin reached multiple all-time highs in a span of one year, and altcoins tried to follow suit. In early 2025, the appearance of the TRUMP coin reinforces the global trend for crypto’s increasing media presence and violent fluctuations of the crypto market. However, even with the current uptrend, the downsides of the crypto market persist. Excessive volatility and the speculative nature of most crypto assets make it a bumpy ride for anyone who aims for consistent outcomes. Among the most popular assets that can be traded instead of crypto, one stands apart for flexibility and accessibility: contracts for difference, or CFDs. These financial instruments allow traders to speculate on the price movements of an asset without owning it. Instead of buying or selling the actual asset, traders enter into an agreement with a broker to exchange the difference in the asset’s price from when the contract is opened to when it is closed. This asset price difference constitutes CFD traders’ profits or losses. Below are some of the main advantages of CFD trading over investing in traditional crypto assets. Ride with the wave One of the worst situations crypto investors can face in their journey is sudden and prolonged downtrends that appear out of nowhere. Profit potential disappears when the entire market suddenly begins to fall. In cases like these, even portfolio diversification won’t help. In contrast, the contract nature of CFDs allows for more flexibility, enabling traders to act on both upward and downward trends. CFD trading enables positions to be opened in anticipation of both rising and falling prices. In other words, CFDs as an asset hold twice as much potential for gains—any swing in asset price can turn into a profit opportunity. Better conditions, lower costs Top CFD brokers can often offer superior trading services, and here’s why. Crypto traders regularly face slow order execution, high slippage, and unexpected fees imposed by crypto exchanges. On the other hand, CFD brokers often offer lower spreads and more efficient order execution, which can affect profits significantly if the markets show high volatility. For example, Octa, a CFD broker boasting extensive market experience, offers some of the best trading conditions on the market. The broker’s portfolio contains a wide variety of CFD assets, including CFDs on crypto, gold, and indices. Octa’s clients have the option to replenish their accounts using cryptocurrency and withdraw funds directly to their cryptocurrency wallets. It is important to note that while Octa facilitates these transactions, the broker does not directly engage in providing services related to cryptocurrency. Instead, it operates through reputable partners who possess the necessary licenses to conduct cryptocurrency-related activities. No wallet, no worries Stories about astronomical amounts of cryptocurrency gathering digital dust on an unrepairable hard drive or unused e-wallet inaccessible because of a lost password have been filling the web for ages. But the risks of losing digital capital due to some transactional or e-wallet issues are more than real. CFD traders don’t own cryptocurrencies—or any other underlying asset, for that matter. Instead, they are speculating on the price movement of the underlying asset and can, therefore, tap into the asset’s profit potential while avoiding the risks of owning it. CFD traders don’t have to manage e-wallets, and that frees them from significant cognitive load—not to mention obvious risks. What’s more, the risk of a crypto exchange being hacked and all their digital capital stolen doesn’t concern them either. With their flexibility, security, and accessibility, CFDs allow traders to step up their game and avoid many of the drawbacks cryptocurrencies are so famous for as a tradable asset. On top of that, with CFDs, traders can diversify their portfolios since these instruments encompass the whole gamut of various underlying asset types, including precious metals, stocks, and indices. ___ Disclaimer: This press release does not contain or constitute investment advice or recommendations and does not consider your investment objectives, financial situation, or needs. Any actions taken based on this content are at your sole discretion and risk—Octa does not accept any liability for any resulting losses or consequences.Hashtag: #octa The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Octa Octa is an international CFD broker that has been providing online trading services worldwide since 2011. It offers commission-free access to financial markets and various services used by clients from 180 countries who have opened more than 52 million trading accounts. To help its clients reach their investment goals, Octa offers free educational webinars, articles, and analytical tools. The company is involved in a comprehensive network of charitable and humanitarian initiatives, including improving educational infrastructure and funding short-notice relief projects to support local communities. In Southeast Asia, Octa received the ‘Best Trading Platform Malaysia 2024’ and the ‘Most Reliable Broker Asia 2023’ awards from Brands and Business Magazine and International Global Forex Awards, respectively.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2025 – Today, IX Asia Indexes announced the 1st Half 2025 Review of the IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System (“DAICS®“), aiming to provide professionals worldwide with a transparent and standardized classification scheme to determine sector and exposure of particular digital assets. DAICS® classifies digital assets into 2 main categories: a) Cryptocurrencies and b) Asset Backed Tokens in a 3-tier system for each category. For Cryptocurrencies: Tier 1-Industry/ Tier 2-Sector/ Tier 3-Sub-sector; for Asset Backed Tokens: Tier 1-Asset Type/ Tier 2-Branch/ Tier 3-Sub-branch. The results are as follows: DAICS® coin coverage: top 50 coins by average market capitalization across the past 90 days DAICS® market capitalization coverage: 97.53%* The % coverage of market capitalization of the 50th ranked coin: 0.060%** Member changes within the Top 50 Coins in DAICS®: eight coins added and eight coins deleted Additions: Hyperliquid (HYPE), Pi (PI), Bitget Token (BGB), Mantra (OM), Ondo (ONDO), Gate Token (GT), Official Trump (TRUMP), and Ethena (ENA) Deletions: Artificial Superintelligence Alliance (ASI), Stacks (STX), Dogwifhat (WIFG), Arbitrum (ARB), ImmutableX (IMXG), Injective Protocol (INJ), Optimism (OP), Fantom (FTM): Renamed to Sonic (S) The rankings of additions and deletions for the DAICS® top 50 cryptocurrencies are listed in Appendix 1. All classification changes, including the ixCrypto Infrastructure Index and ixCrypto Stablecoin index, will take effect on 18th July 2025, with market capitalization, rankings, and weightings available at www.ix-index.com. *Special currency treatment of DAICS® applies, where any wrapped or second-level cryptocurrency is not considered in the calculation for the market capitalization of DAICS® **Based on 6th June 2025 1. Cryptocurrencies 1.1. Structure and Definitions Tier 1: Industry Changes The industry groups remain unchanged, with 5 industries and the respective weightings as follows: Industry Weighting (%) Payment (110) 78.35% Infrastructure (120) 15.78% Financial Services (130) 4.17% Tech & Data (140) 0.24% Media & Entertainment (150) 1.46% Tier 2: Sector Changes The number of sectors has increased from 16 to 17. There is one new sector added under the industry group “Financial Services (130)”: Financial Asset Tokenization (13040) Definition: Cryptocurrencies/protocols that facilitate the tokenized issuance and management of financial assets, including but not limited to real-world assets (treasuries, bonds, real estate). Emphasis is on compliance, institutional integration, fractional ownership, and financial product innovation. The crypto itself is not backed by a corresponding real-world asset. 1.2. Classification Changes This review doesn’t have any reclassification of the existing coins. The DAICS® 1H 2025 cryptocurrencies classification is available in Appendix 2. 1.3. Green Coin Label This review identifies 9 Green Coins, classified based on their energy-per-unit-transaction, which is defined as the amount of energy consumed for a successful single unit transaction of the coin in the blockchain network. These coins rank in the top 20 percentile of the least energy-consuming cryptocurrencies out of the 50 DAICS® constituents. The top 20 percentile’s threshold is ≤ 0.005 Wh. The table below lists these low-energy coins. Industry Low Energy-per-transaction (≤ 0.005 Wh) Payment (110) DAIG USDeG KASG FDUSDG Infrastructure (120) NIL Financial Services (130) LEOG OKBG AAVEG Tech & Data (140) TAOG Media & Entertainment (150) PEPEG Note: G as ‘Green Coin‘ labelling for cryptocurrencies that adhere to the principles of sustainability 2. Asset Backed Tokens (ABT) 2.1. Structure and Definitions Tier 1: Asset Type Changes The asset types remain unchanged as follows: 1) Culture (205), 2) Real Estate (215), 3) Financials (235), 4) Entertainment (255), 5) Natural Resources (265), and 6) Green Economy (275) Tier 2: Branch Changes The branches remain unchanged at 31. 2.2. Classification Changes This review doesn’t have any reclassification of the existing assets. 2.3. Coverage of DAICS® IX Asia Indexes has not started classifying ABTs. As of June 6, 2025, ABTs comprised only 0.67% of the total market capitalization of digital assets, a rise from 0.11% in the 2024 2H review. A classification summary and definition table of both cryptocurrencies and Asset Backed Tokens are available in Appendices 3 and 4. For further information regarding the methodology of the DAICS®, please refer to the “IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System”- principle and guiding methodology on the company website https://ix-index.com/daics.html. For more details on DAICS® qualification criteria, please email daics@ix index.com. Appendix 1 Additions and Deletions in DAICS® Top 50 Cryptocurrencies Additions Current Rank Cryptocurrencies 20 Hyperliquid (HYPE) 23 Pi (PI) 24 Bitget Token (BGB) 34 Mantra (OM) 35 Ondo (ONDO) 41 GateToken (GT) 43 Official Trump (TRUMP) 49 Ethena (ENA) Deletions Prev. Rank Cryptocurrencies Current Rank 29 Artificial Superintelligence Alliance (ASI) 54 37 Stacks (STX) 63 39 Dogwifhat (WIFG) 93 42 Arbitrum (ARB) 53 44 ImmutableX (IMXG) 67 47 Injective Protocol (INJ) 66 48 Optimism (OP) 59 50 Fantom (FTM), Renamed to Sonic (S) 55 G: Green Coin Appendix 2 Classification of the Top 50 Coins by Industry and Sector Category Industry Sector Cryptocurrencies Cryptocurrencies (1) Payment: Blockchain based money, designed for transactional purposes. This includes daily transactions usage and stablecoins. Transaction & Payment BTC XRP XLM BCH LTC PI XMR CRO KASG Stablecoin USD USD DAI G USDeG FDUSDG Infrastructure: Bedrock blockchain that facilitates the operation of other decentralised applications. This includes the creation and running of dedicated blockchain platforms, achieving interoperability between networks, increasing the amount or speed of transactions etc Application Development Protocol & Smart Contract ETH SOL ADA TRX SUI AVAX TON HBAR HYPE APT NEAR ICP ETC GT VET Interoperability LINK DOT ATOM Scaling & Sharding MNT POL Supporting System NIL Financial services: Tokens that provide on-chain asset management services, crypto-exchange services, funding, lending and other capital markets related services Exchange Tokens BNB LEOG BGB UNI OKBG Lending & Borrowing AAVEG Staking ENA Financial Asset Tokenization (NEW) OM ONDO Tech & Data: Provision of data management and storage, and development of innovative crypto technology Storage & Sharing FIL RENDER Data Management NIL Artificial Intelligence TAO G Media & Entertainment: Recreational and media services. Including content creation and distribution, advertising through crypto-asset incentive mechanisms, gaming and collectibles Social Media & Community DOGE SHIB PEPEG TRUMP Streaming NIL Gaming NIL Metaverse NIL

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2025 – The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) is delighted to announce its renewal of Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). The two accounting bodies continue to join hands together to pave ways for career development of the accounting talents in Hong Kong, with the aim to foster the development of the accounting profession. The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) signed a new three-year mutual recognition agreement with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), which continues widening the opportunities to both HKICPA members and ACCA members. (From Left to Right) HKICPA President Edward Au, HKICPA Chief Executive and Registrar Margaret Chan, Head of ACCA Hong Kong and Greater Bay Area Lead Christina So and ACCA Hong Kong Chairman Stanley Ho. The HKICPA has held MRA with ACCA since 2000. The new MRA is for a term of three years, continuing to enhance the professional development mobility of members of both bodies, further expanding their professional development opportunities. HKICPA members completing the Qualification Programme (QP) and obtaining at least three years of practical experience may acquire ACCA membership through the agreement. On the other hand, ACCA members who have completed ACCA professional examinations in the United Kingdom or Hong Kong (Including the Advanced Audit and Assurance and Advanced Taxation (Hong Kong) examinations) and having at least three years of practical experience, may apply for HKICPA membership after having passed the Capstone of the QP. The new MRA has been enhanced to ease the path for ACCA members to gain the CPA designation offered by the HKICPA. Under the new MRA, the eligibility for seeking HKICPA membership will be extended to ACCA members who are non-degree holders possessing a qualification at a level not lower than higher diploma/ associate degree (or equivalent) under the Hong Kong Qualification Framework, and fulfilling relevant conditions. The HKICPA believes that the enhanced MRA would attract more talented individuals from various disciplines to join the professional field of Hong Kong accountants and obtain the CPA designation. HKICPA President Edward Au said, “We are delighted to renew the MRA with the ACCA. The MRA provides simplified pathways for members of both organizations to obtain professional qualifications from each other, thereby enhancing their career mobility. Furthermore, the synergies created by the co-operations between HKICPA and ACCA enable us to provide advanced support to the development of the accounting profession in Hong Kong, benefiting businesses as well as Hong Kong economy as a whole. HKICPA will continue to work hand in hand with other professional accounting organizations to attract talent from diverse academic backgrounds, build a stronger talent pool, and drive the continuous advancement of the accounting profession.” ACCA Hong Kong Chairman Stanley Ho said, “We welcome the enhanced MRA, which offers greater flexibility for membership mobility between the two bodies, reflecting our shared commitment to empowering career opportunities and advancing the profession. With over 120 years of global legacy and a proud 75-year heritage rooted in Hong Kong, ACCA has consistently demonstrated leadership in redefining the accountant through times of change. In response to the evolving needs and expectations of society, ACCA will introduce a redesigned qualification in 2027. We look forward to working closely with HKICPA to drive sustainable growth for the profession and the wider community.” As one of the founding members of the Global Accounting Alliance (GAA), HKICPA has consistently engaged in exchanges with international accounting professions, and remains committed to upholding the international recognition of its membership. Including ACCA, the HKICPA holds mutual membership recognition agreements or mutual examination papers exemption agreements with 11 accounting bodies in the Mainland and overseas. In the future, the HKICPA will continue to expand its global network, explore potential collaborations with more overseas accounting bodies to facilitate exchanges and opportunities for new mutual recognition agreements for members. Hashtag: #HKICPA https://www.hkicpa.org.hk/https://www.linkedin.com/company/hong-kong-institute-of-certified-professional-accountants/https://www.facebook.com/hkicpa.officialhttps://www.instagram.com/hkicpa.official/ The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (“HKICPA”) is the statutory body established by the Professional Accountants Ordinance responsible for the professional training and development of certified public accountants in Hong Kong. The Institute is also a standard setter of the local accounting industry. The Institute has over 47,000 members and about 12,000 registered students. Our Qualification Programme assures the quality of entry into the profession, and we promulgate financial reporting, auditing, ethical and sustainability disclosure standards that safeguard Hong Kong’s leadership as an international financial centre. The CPA designation is a top qualification recognised globally. The Institute is a member of and actively contributes to the work of the Global Accounting Alliance and International Federation of Accountants.