JCN List of News Articles

Tokyo, February 6, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - The Global Finance Technology Network (GFTN), which promotes collaboration and technological innovation in the global fintech industry, will hold the GFTN Forum Japan 2026 (hereinafter referred to as "the Forum") as an official event of Japan Fintech Week 2026, hosted by the Financial Services Agency, from February 24 (Tuesday) to 27 (Friday), 2026. At this Forum, policymakers from around the world, leaders from the financial industry, investors, and founders will gather to focus on cutting-edge themes that have a significant impact on the structure and trends of international financial markets, such as "Agent AI," "Tokenization of Assets," and "Capital Flows of $13 Trillion." Furthermore, discussions will be held with domestic and international leaders on Japan's new role in the global financial market and strategies for the future.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, January 19, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - Last night (Saturday), the 6th Joy Awards 2026 was held in Riyadh as part of the "Riyadh Season." The event was organized by the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) of Saudi Arabia and executed in strategic partnership with MBC. The ceremony was attended by His Excellency Turki Al-Sheikh, the Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, and it became a special night where prominent figures from the Arab world and internationally in film, drama, music, sports, and digital fields gathered together. A large media contingent was present at the venue, and there was significant interest from the general audience. The ceremony was broadcast live on MBC One, MBC Masr, MBC Iraq, and MBC Five, and was also streamed on the platform "Shahid." Viewers enjoyed a cohesive show structure from the stars' appearances on the lavender carpet to the awards, presentations, live music, and performances throughout the event.

Tokyo, January 18, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - In an era where digital assets are losing their "soul," Kamirai declares the dawn of a new digital sovereignty. Bridging the chaotic freedom of decentralized finance (DeFi) with the disciplined aesthetics of Japanese mythology, Kamirai is more than just a token. It is an entry point into a hyper-cinematic ecosystem where gaming and genuine asset formation intersect. The Kamirai Foundation announced today the official launch of its presale. This protocol, built on honor, rarity, and practicality, represents the only opportunity to secure early entry rights. How to participate: The presale is currently ongoing on the official website below. Official URL: www.kamirai.io

Tokyo, January 16, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - Knowledge Creation Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda, Tokyo; CEO: Kohei Kawamoto) announces a major update to its cloud-based automated trading app "Trade Stand" (abbreviated as "Toresta"), which allows individual investors to easily engage in automated trading of Japanese and U.S. stocks (including algorithmic trading) via smartphones and PCs. This update, implemented on January 16, 2025 (Friday), aims to improve the app's usability and expand the range of financial products available. In this update, TradingView has been integrated into the app, and support for Japanese stock CFDs has been newly added, creating an environment where automated stock trading through system trading can be conducted more intuitively and smoothly.

Hong Kong, January 15, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - KKR, a global investment firm, announced today that it has raised $2.5 billion (approximately 400 billion yen) for its performing private credit investment fund in the Asia-Pacific region. Diane Raposio, KKR partner and head of Asia Credit & Markets, stated: "Asia holds a significant position in KKR's global credit strategy. The closing of ACOF II demonstrates our broad business expansion and scaling in both the private and liquid markets within our Asia private credit platform. Currently, there is a growing demand for credit investments in the Asia region. By leveraging our regional strategy and platform across Asia, we will continue to provide attractive investment opportunities for our investors."

Belo Horizonte, Brazil, January 13, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation (NASDAQ: ATCX, hereinafter referred to as "Atlas Critical Minerals" or "the Company") announces that its common stock has begun trading on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the ticker symbol "ATCX." Marc Fogassa, CEO and Chairman of Atlas Critical Minerals, stated: "Our NASDAQ listing marks a transformative milestone that will enhance our global visibility and expand access to institutional investors. Our diversified portfolio across multiple critical minerals is a rare presence among publicly traded companies and is a result of the efforts of our technical and business development teams. We are deeply grateful for the strong interest from investors in our recent offering, which has enabled us to raise funds at a scale exceeding our initial plans. We look forward to making progress in multiple areas over the coming months."

SINGAPORE, Jan 13, 2026 - (ACN Newswire) - Following its acquisition of ADK Global last year, Assembly today announced the full rebranding of all former ADK Global offices in Asia to Assembly, completing the first phase of the merger and first step towards creating Asia's first truly end-to-end brand performance agency. The unified network combines brand strategy, creative, media, data and commerce into one integrated tech-enabled offering built for measurable growth.

Singapore, January 13, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - Assembly announced today that it will fully rebrand all ADK Global offices in the Asia region following its acquisition of ADK Global last year. This marks the completion of the first phase of the merger and the first step towards establishing Asia's first fully-fledged end-to-end brand performance agency. The integrated network will combine brand strategy, creative, media, data, and commerce into a single integrated service powered by technology, designed for measurable growth. Starting January 2026, markets including mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, India, and Australia will operate under the Assembly brand. The local leadership teams will be maintained to ensure continuity for existing clients while providing access to Assembly's global technology platform, which includes the proprietary STAGE AI Experience Engine, enhanced data capabilities, and brand performance planning models.

Taipei, Taiwan, January 12, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - OBI Pharma (4174.TWO) announced that it has entered into a commercial licensing agreement with TegMine Therapeutics, Inc. (TegMine), a San Francisco-based biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of antibodies targeting cancer-related glycans and glycoproteins, for glycan-targeted ADCs. Dr. Heidi Wang, CEO of OBI Pharma, stated: "This strategic partnership leverages the complementary strengths of both organizations. It will not only support the advancement of OBI's ADC product development but also expand opportunities for strategic partnerships utilizing innovative ADC technologies such as GlycOBI. We look forward to closely collaborating with TegMine to further develop this novel ADC, which has the potential to benefit patients with urgent medical needs."

Miami, Florida, USA & Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, January 12, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - The Argentine Football Association (AFA), which boasts the current FIFA World Cup champions, the Argentina national team, has officially launched the fan experience platform "Vamos Argentina," in partnership with its exclusive agentic AI partner, Verofax. Wassim Merheby, CEO of Verofax, stated: "AFA is pioneering the deployment of an official generative AI experience as a new channel for brand sponsors. By training the AI engine using player data, we can provide a genuine AI experience that incorporates sponsors' brands at a significantly reduced cost compared to traditional methods. AFA has over 100 million official followers and an audience of 250 million to 500 million viewers for matches, with individual players collectively reaching around 900 million followers. Vamos Argentina will achieve unprecedented reach and engagement."

Miami, Florida, January 10, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - Promiscel, a clinical-stage cell immunotherapy company uniquely positioned in the development of potentially curative cell therapies for cancer patients, announced today that Dr. John Lee, our Chief Medical Officer, will present interim results of our lead asset, PRO CAR - 201A (a CAR T cell therapy targeting STEAP1). This therapy is currently being conducted as the first human Phase 1 clinical trial aimed at treating metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC). The presentation will take place on January 12, 2025 (Monday) at 11:15 AM Pacific Standard Time at the Franciscan D (Ballroom Level) during the "Biotech Showcase 2026" in San Francisco, California.

Tokyo, January 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - In 2025, the number of malicious files detected by Kaspersky's detection system averaged 500,000 per day, marking a 7% increase compared to the previous year. Certain types of threats have seen a global rise, with detections of password stealers (malware that steals account information) surging by 59% compared to 2024, detections of spyware increasing by 51%, and detections of backdoors rising by 6%. These findings are presented in the Kaspersky Security Bulletin series, which reflects on key cybersecurity trends over the past year. Cyber attacks continue to predominantly target Windows. Throughout 2025, 48% of Windows users were targeted by various types of threats, while this figure was only 29% for Mac users. For the full release, please refer to: https://acnnewswire.com/press-release/japanese/104513/

Tokyo, January 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - CNN International Commercial (CNNIC) and NGK Insulators, Ltd. (President: Shigeru Kobayashi, Headquarters: Nagoya City, hereinafter referred to as "NGK"), a global leader in ceramic technology, will launch a cross-platform campaign to showcase their efforts towards the evolution of cutting-edge technology and the realization of a sustainable future. This campaign will highlight how innovative technologies contribute to solving global challenges and promote digital transformation. NGK will be the exclusive sponsor of CNN's special program "Innovate" (30 minutes), which is scheduled to air on CNN International in January 2026. The program will delve into the behind-the-scenes of business ideas, technological development, and the challenges faced by entrepreneurs, presenting stories that transform the world. Additionally, the campaign will feature digital content showcasing entrepreneurs and business leaders who are paving the way for a sustainable future.

London, January 5, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - Alpha Growth plc (www.algwplc.com), a leading financial services specialist in the multi-billion dollar longevity-related assets, insurance-linked assets, and wealth management markets, announces that Alpha Longevity Management Ltd, a subsidiary of Alpha Growth plc, has today revealed two significant developments demonstrating the company's ongoing global expansion. RNS Reach: https://www.londonstockexchange.com/news-article/market-news/addition-to-investment-team-and-launch-of-new-fund/17397628 Source: Alpha Growth plc