MEXC, a pioneer in 0-fee digital asset trading, listed DAPPOS (DOS) in the Innovation Zone, with the DOS/USDT pair opening at 09:07 (UTC) and the DOS/USDC pair opening at 09:27 (UTC) on August 10, 2026. DOS is also available on MEXC Convert for instant, zero-fee token swaps. To celebrate the listing, MEXC has launched the DAPPOS (DOS) Airdrop+ event, offering $60,000 worth of DOS and 10,000 USDT in rewards.
DAPPOS builds low-barrier AI products that make advanced AI accessible without a steep learning curve. Its flagship product, xBubble, is a low-prompt AI agent that automatically codes, tests, and dispatches task-specific AI solutions, allowing users to focus on outcomes rather than manual operation. DAPPOS has raised more than $20 million from investors including Polychain Capital, YZi Labs, Sequoia China, IDG Capital, and other leading institutions. xBubble has attracted over 10,275 paying OCP clients and generated more than $6.8 million in cumulative revenue. DOS serves as the utility and governance token of the DAPPOS ecosystem, used for accessing premium services, paying transaction fees, staking-based participation, and protocol governance. The total supply is fixed at 1 billion DOS.
The DAPPOS (DOS) Airdrop+ event is now underway, running from August 10, 2026, 09:00 (UTC) to August 24, 2026, 09:00 (UTC), with three ways to participate. New users can deposit DOS to share $54,000 worth of DOS, while all users can trade DOS in a spot challenge to share $6,000 worth of DOS. New users can also join a futures challenge, trading DOS futures to share 10,000 USDT in Futures bonuses. Full event details are available on the MEXC Airdrop+ event page.
This listing reflects MEXC’s ongoing commitment to its “0 Fees” and “Infinite Opportunities” vision, eliminating trading costs and helping users seize opportunities across global markets. In July 2026, MEXC listed 199 new tokens and expanded its zero-fee trading pairs to 995. As a one-stop trading platform, MEXC enables users to trade cryptocurrencies alongside real-world assets, including U.S. stocks, ETFs, commodities, and precious metals, within a single account. Backed by rapid asset listings, an extensive selection of assets, industry-leading liquidity, and competitive trading fees, MEXC has become a preferred platform for a growing number of investors. According to CoinMarketCap, MEXC ranked third among global exchanges by trading volume in July. MEXC will continue to accelerate asset listings and product innovation, empowering users to build diversified portfolios across digital and traditional markets.
About MEXC
MEXC is the world’s fastest-growing cryptocurrency exchange, trusted by more than 40 million users across 170+ markets. Built on a user-first philosophy, MEXC offers industry-leading 0-fee trading and access to over 3,000 digital assets. As the Gateway to Infinite Opportunities, MEXC provides a single platform where users can easily trade cryptocurrencies alongside tokenized assets, including stocks, ETFs, commodities, and precious metals.
This content does not constitute investment advice. Given the volatility of financial markets, including digital assets, tokenized assets, and traditional financial products, investors should carefully assess market conditions, underlying asset fundamentals, and potential financial risks before making any investment or trading decisions.
Castries, Saint Lucia, August 11th, 2026, FinanceWire
PrimeXBT, a global multi-asset broker, has expanded its MetaTrader 5 (MT5) offering with the launch of a Cent Account, providing traders with a lower-risk way to access live markets, test new trading strategies, and trade with significantly smaller position sizes.
A Cent Account functions like a standard MT5 account but is denominated in US cents (USC) rather than US dollars (USD). This means a $10 deposit is displayed as 1,000 USC within the MT5 platform, while the client’s Personal Area continues to show the balance in USD for clarity. Lot sizes are also scaled down, with 1 lot on a Cent Account equivalent to approximately 0.01 Standard lot, or 100,000 cents.
The account supports leverage of up to 1:1000 and provides access to Forex Majors and Minors, Gold, Silver, and BTC and ETH CFDs. Swap-free functionality and eligible bonus programs are available under the same terms as other supported MT5 account types.
“Many traders find that moving from a demo account to live trading is one of the biggest psychological hurdles in their trading journey,” said Jonatan Randin, Senior Market Analyst at PrimeXBT. “A Cent Account provides a practical next step by allowing traders to experience real market conditions while keeping position sizes smaller. As traders gain confidence and experience, they can naturally progress through PrimeXBT’s MT5 account offering as their trading needs evolve.”
Designed for beginners, risk-conscious traders, and experienced traders testing new strategies, a Cent Account allows users to trade under live market conditions with lower financial exposure than a Standard account. Together with Standard, ZeroStop, and Pro accounts, they complete PrimeXBT’s MT5 account lineup, giving traders the flexibility to choose the account type that best matches their experience, objectives, and risk tolerance.
The launch reflects PrimeXBT’s ongoing commitment to expanding its trading ecosystem with flexible account options, advanced platforms, and competitive trading conditions, supporting traders at every stage of their journey.
PrimeXBT is a global multi-asset broker and crypto asset service provider trusted by traders in more than 150 countries. The platform bridges traditional and digital markets within one integrated environment, redefining versatility and innovation in online trading. Clients can access Forex, CFDs on indices, commodities, shares, crypto, and Crypto Futures, as well as buy, store and exchange cryptocurrencies. This unified experience extends across both the native PXTrader 2.0 platform and MetaTrader 5, supported by advanced risk-management tools and a wide range of funding options in crypto, fiat and local payment methods. Since 2018, PrimeXBT has focused on empowering traders through broad multi-asset access, fair and transparent conditions, professional-grade technology and dedicated human support. By combining expertise, trust and a client-first approach, PrimeXBT sets a benchmark of excellence in the financial industry and provides traders with the tools they need to trade, grow and succeed with confidence.
Disclaimer: The content provided here is for informational purposes only and is not intended as personal investment advice and does not constitute a solicitation or invitation to engage in any financial transactions, investments, or related activities. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. The financial products offered by the Company are complex and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. These products may not be suitable for all investors. Before engaging, you should consider whether you understand how these leveraged products work and whether you can afford the high risk of losing your money. The Company does not accept clients from the Restricted Jurisdictions as indicated on its website / T&Cs. Some products and services, including MT5, may not be available in your jurisdiction. The applicable legal entity and its respective products and services depend on the client’s country of residence and the entity with which the client has established a contractual relationship during registration.
Castries, Saint Lucia, August 11th, 2026, FinanceWire
PrimeXBT, a global multi-asset broker, has expanded its MetaTrader 5 (MT5) offering with the launch of a Cent Account, providing traders with a lower-risk way to access live markets, test new trading strategies, and trade with significantly smaller position sizes.
A Cent Account functions like a standard MT5 account but is denominated in US cents (USC) rather than US dollars (USD). This means a $10 deposit is displayed as 1,000 USC within the MT5 platform, while the client’s Personal Area continues to show the balance in USD for clarity. Lot sizes are also scaled down, with 1 lot on a Cent Account equivalent to approximately 0.01 Standard lot, or 100,000 cents.
The account supports leverage of up to 1:1000 and provides access to Forex Majors and Minors, Gold, Silver, and BTC and ETH CFDs. Swap-free functionality and eligible bonus programs are available under the same terms as other supported MT5 account types.
“Many traders find that moving from a demo account to live trading is one of the biggest psychological hurdles in their trading journey,” said Jonatan Randin, Senior Market Analyst at PrimeXBT. “A Cent Account provides a practical next step by allowing traders to experience real market conditions while keeping position sizes smaller. As traders gain confidence and experience, they can naturally progress through PrimeXBT’s MT5 account offering as their trading needs evolve.”
Designed for beginners, risk-conscious traders, and experienced traders testing new strategies, a Cent Account allows users to trade under live market conditions with lower financial exposure than a Standard account. Together with Standard, ZeroStop, and Pro accounts, they complete PrimeXBT’s MT5 account lineup, giving traders the flexibility to choose the account type that best matches their experience, objectives, and risk tolerance.
The launch reflects PrimeXBT’s ongoing commitment to expanding its trading ecosystem with flexible account options, advanced platforms, and competitive trading conditions, supporting traders at every stage of their journey.
PrimeXBT is a global multi-asset broker and crypto asset service provider trusted by traders in more than 150 countries. The platform bridges traditional and digital markets within one integrated environment, redefining versatility and innovation in online trading. Clients can access Forex, CFDs on indices, commodities, shares, crypto, and Crypto Futures, as well as buy, store and exchange cryptocurrencies. This unified experience extends across both the native PXTrader 2.0 platform and MetaTrader 5, supported by advanced risk-management tools and a wide range of funding options in crypto, fiat and local payment methods. Since 2018, PrimeXBT has focused on empowering traders through broad multi-asset access, fair and transparent conditions, professional-grade technology and dedicated human support. By combining expertise, trust and a client-first approach, PrimeXBT sets a benchmark of excellence in the financial industry and provides traders with the tools they need to trade, grow and succeed with confidence.
Disclaimer: The content provided here is for informational purposes only and is not intended as personal investment advice and does not constitute a solicitation or invitation to engage in any financial transactions, investments, or related activities. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. The financial products offered by the Company are complex and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. These products may not be suitable for all investors. Before engaging, you should consider whether you understand how these leveraged products work and whether you can afford the high risk of losing your money. The Company does not accept clients from the Restricted Jurisdictions as indicated on its website / T&Cs. Some products and services, including MT5, may not be available in your jurisdiction. The applicable legal entity and its respective products and services depend on the client’s country of residence and the entity with which the client has established a contractual relationship during registration.
United Kingdom, 11th Aug 2026 – ETHRA AI today announced a significant development update, confirming that work on the project is well under way as the team continues to advance the core artificial intelligence technology at the heart of the platform.
The current phase of development is focused on building and refining ETHRA AI’s foundational AI capabilities, establishing the technical architecture required to support the project’s longer-term vision. Progress to date represents an important step toward creating an intelligent, adaptable and scalable platform designed for the next generation of AI-powered experiences.
The ETHRA AI development team is continuing to strengthen the underlying systems, evaluate core functionality and refine the technology as the project moves through its development roadmap. This measured approach is intended to ensure that the platform is built on a robust foundation while creating opportunities for increasingly sophisticated capabilities as development progresses.
“ETHRA AI is moving from vision into reality. Development is well under way, and the progress being made on our core AI technology is an important foundation for what comes next. Our focus is not simply on building another AI platform, but on creating technology with the flexibility and intelligence to evolve alongside the needs of its users.”
The project’s ongoing development reflects ETHRA AI’s broader ambition to explore how advanced artificial intelligence can deliver more intuitive, responsive and valuable digital experiences.
As development continues, the team will progressively move toward further refinement, testing and expansion of ETHRA AI’s capabilities. Additional project milestones and technology updates will be announced as the platform advances.
About ETHRA AI
ETHRA AI is an artificial intelligence project focused on developing intelligent, adaptable and forward looking AI technology. Built with an emphasis on innovation, scalability and long-term capability, ETHRA AI aims to create a strong foundation for the next generation of AI-powered solutions.
Regional Foundation & Crawl Space Repair says July and August humidity can create hidden crawl space moisture problems across central and eastern North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C.United States, 11th Aug 2026— Regional Foundation & Crawl Space Repair is advising North Carolina homeowners to inspect crawl spaces during July and August, when summer humidity can create hidden moisture damage below the home.
While homeowners across central and eastern North Carolina brace for spring flooding, summer humidity can push moisture vapor into vented crawl spaces even when there is no visible flooding. Unlike storm damage, humidity damage accumulates silently — moisture vapor passes through open foundation vents, condenses on cooler wood beams and floor joists, and creates conditions where mold colonies can form within 24 to 48 hours.
“Most homeowners think crawl space moisture is a spring problem. In North Carolina, the hottest months create crawl space conditions that catch people off guard,” said Vondell Bullock Jr., CEO of Regional Foundation & Crawl Space Repair. “We routinely find mold and wood rot in homes where the owners had no idea there was a problem until the floors started to feel soft.”
By the time a homeowner notices a musty smell or soft flooring, structural damage is often already underway. Regional Foundation & Crawl Space Repair, which has served North Carolina since 1984, advises homeowners to take three steps before temperatures peak:
First, inspect crawl space vents. Open foundation vents allow warm, humid outdoor air to flow into a cooler crawl space, triggering condensation. Sealing vents and installing a vapor barrier or full crawl space encapsulation system prevents this cycle.
Second, test sump pumps in homes with basements. A pump that fails during a summer thunderstorm can leave standing water within hours. Annual testing combined with a battery backup system protects the home during power outages.
Third, check for signs of wood rot around rim joists and support beams. Discoloration, soft spots, or a musty odor at floor level often indicate moisture damage requiring professional attention.
The company offers free on-site inspections across Raleigh, Durham, Greenville, Fayetteville, and surrounding regions, with a written assessment included.
Homeowners can call (919) 851-4500 or visit regionalwaterproofing.com to schedule a free inspection.
About Regional Foundation & Crawl Space Repair Regional Foundation & Crawl Space Repair (formerly Regional Waterproofing) has served central and eastern North Carolina since 1984. The company specializes in basement waterproofing, crawl space repair and encapsulation, foundation repair, concrete leveling, and mold remediation. As an authorized Basement Systems and Supportworks dealer, Regional provides patented products backed by written, transferable warranties. The company holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and serves communities across Wake, Durham, Pitt, Cumberland, and surrounding counties. Learn more at regionalwaterproofing.com or call (919) 851-4500.
LABOT’s “BAG-STORAGE CHAIR” Draws Buyer Interest at NY NOW
Tokyo, Japan, 11th Aug 2026 – Following 48 meetings with promising buyers, LABOT accelerates the U.S. market expansion of the BAG-STORAGE CHAIR, designed to keep bags securely within reach without placing them on the floor.
LABOT Inc., a Japanese company that plans, develops, and sells products for commercial facilities and retail stores, exhibited at NY NOW Summer 2026, held August 2–4, 2026 at the Javits Center in New York, to showcase the “BAG-STORAGE CHAIR,” a chair designed with a built-in place to store bags. There, 48 meetings held with promising buyers.
The BAG-STORAGE CHAIR is a chair with built-in space between the seat and backrest for storing bags and other belongings. It is designed to let users keep their belongings close by, without placing bags or backpacks on the floor, occupying a neighboring seat, or requiring stores to provide separate baggage baskets. The product reframes a long-overlooked issue — where customers should put their belongings — as a function built into the chair itself.
A Chair Designed for Both the Customer Experience and Store Operations
LABOT developed the BAG-STORAGE CHAIR to let users keep their belongings right beside them while allowing stores to make efficient use of limited space. By building storage directly into the chair, the design reduces the burden on stores to provide separate baggage baskets or bag racks, keeping limited floor space uncluttered. In Japan, the chair has already been adopted across a wide range of venues — including cafés, restaurants, hotels, lounges, clinics, and offices — supporting efficient store operations while also blending naturally into high-end spaces where thoughtful guest care and a premium stay experience are expected.
In addition, unattended personal belongings remain an ongoing issue in New York’s nightlife districts. The official minutes of Brooklyn Community Board 4’s January 2026 meeting record that local police raised concerns about grand larceny — the theft of phones and bags — at clubs and bars. Preventing theft of personal belongings at cafés and bars is considered to depend not only on customers avoiding leaving bags and smartphones unattended, but also on venues providing a safe, easy-to-use place to store belongings. The BAG-STORAGE CHAIR builds a place for bags into the chair itself, making it easier for users to keep their belongings close at hand and within view.
BAG-STORAGE CHAIR Smart
BAG-STORAGE CHAIR Robe
Functionality, Space Efficiency, and Differentiation Praised by U.S. Buyers
At NY NOW, LABOT held 48 meetings with buyers across a wide range of industries — including hospitality furniture buyers and distributors, interior design professionals, and specialty retailers, as well as general merchandise retailers, apparel wholesalers, and lifestyle businesses. Buyers from outside the furniture industry also responded favorably to the high quality distinctive to Japanese manufacturing and to the originality of the bag-storage concept, with several expressing interest in introducing the product at their own stores.
[Buyer Feedback]
“The Robe is comfortable to sit in, and the concept itself is genuinely original — it really stands out. I’m especially interested in the armrest version and would love to consider introducing it.” (Hospitality-industry buyer)
“An acquaintance of mine is opening a new store in Boston, and I’d like to use this sample to introduce it there.” (Japanese buyer running a general merchandise store in Boston)
The meeting with the buyer
The meeting with the buyer
Event Overview
Event NY Now Summer 2026
Date June 28 (Sun) – 30 (Tue), 2026
Venue Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York, U.S.A.
Booth Level 1 / Stand No. 3805
LABOT Inc. President and CEO Masashi Hayashi
“Where to put a bag at a café or restaurant tends to be dismissed as a minor inconvenience. In reality, though, it affects comfort, how space is used, and how secure customers feel. We built that overlooked moment into the design of the chair itself. Through the response we received in New York, we were able to confirm that U.S. buyers see the BAG-STORAGE CHAIR not just as a practical product, but as an idea that improves the customer experience.”
Next Steps in the U.S. Market
Following the show, LABOT will continue discussions with U.S. distributors, hospitality operators, and contract furniture companies, as well as design firms, regarding trial installations, product specifications, and configurations tailored to the U.S. market. LABOT is currently seeking distribution, trial-installation, and project collaboration partners in the United States.
About LABOT Inc.
LABOT Inc. is a Japanese company that plans, develops, and sells products for commercial facilities and retail stores. Its “BAG-STORAGE CHAIR” series consists of chairs for cafés, restaurants, hotels, clinics, and other venues, each built with dedicated bag storage.
Innovative Moroccan digital platform aims to give businesses one powerful online presence for discovery, promotion, credibility and customer acquisition — reducing the need for fragmented traditional PR and advertising.
Morocco, North Africa, Morocco, 11th Aug 2026 – Maroc Pages, the rapidly developing digital business discovery and promotional platform for Morocco, is introducing a new approach to the way Moroccan businesses connect with local, national and international customers.
Built as far more than a conventional business directory, Maroc Pages is creating an AI-powered digital ecosystem where businesses can establish their presence, showcase their services, strengthen their credibility and attract new customers from one central platform.
At a time when businesses are expected to manage websites, social media, search engines, paid advertising, public relations, online directories and numerous other promotional channels, Maroc Pages offers a more streamlined alternative.
Its objective is simple: help Moroccan businesses become easier to find, easier to understand and easier to contact — without requiring business owners to become marketing specialists themselves.
One Digital Platform. Continuous Business Visibility.
Maroc Pages provides businesses with a professional digital presence designed around how modern consumers actually search for products, services and professional expertise. Instead of relying exclusively on short-lived advertisements or individual social media posts, businesses listed on Maroc Pages can maintain a permanent, searchable showcase of their company.
Listings can incorporate professionally presented business information, descriptions, contact details, websites, locations, services, photographs, gallery images, promotional banners and other information that helps potential customers make informed decisions.
For consumers, Maroc Pages provides a convenient gateway to discover businesses throughout Morocco by location, industry, category and service. For businesses, it becomes a 24-hour digital representative working to introduce their company to potential customers even when their office, shop, clinic, restaurant or professional practice is closed.
AI-Powered Business Growth
The next stage of Maroc Pages extends significantly beyond business listings. Artificial Intelligence is increasingly changing how companies identify prospects, communicate with customers and manage marketing activity. Maroc Pages is positioning AI at the centre of its future business growth services.
Through its developing AI Client Acquisition Programme, Maroc Pages intends to help participating businesses improve how they identify opportunities, communicate their value proposition, increase digital visibility and generate new enquiries. This represents a fundamental shift from traditional directory advertising. Rather than simply providing advertising space, the Maroc Pages philosophy is to create an integrated business-growth environment combining digital visibility, professional presentation, search discovery, advertising and AI-assisted client acquisition.
Reducing Dependence on Traditional Advertising and PR
For many small and medium-sized businesses, maintaining separate advertising, public relations, digital marketing and promotional campaigns can be complicated and expensive. Maroc Pages has been developed to simplify that challenge. A properly developed Maroc Pages presence can act as a central promotional asset capable of supporting brand awareness, search visibility, reputation building and customer discovery simultaneously. The platform is therefore designed to enable businesses to reduce their dependence on fragmented promotional channels and repetitive advertising expenditure, while maintaining an accessible professional presence that customers can discover whenever they are actively searching for a product or service. Businesses can select from different levels of participation according to their objectives, from establishing an initial presence through to enhanced visibility, promotional positioning and more advanced business growth solutions.
Built in Morocco, Designed for International Standards
While Maroc Pages is firmly focused on the Moroccan marketplace, its ambition is international. Morocco continues to strengthen its position as a destination for investment, tourism, entrepreneurship, professional services and international commerce. Businesses increasingly need digital platforms capable of presenting them professionally not only to Moroccan consumers, but also to expatriates, investors, tourists, international companies and overseas customers searching for trusted Moroccan suppliers and service providers. Maroc Pages is being developed with this audience in mind. By providing an organised digital gateway into Morocco’s commercial landscape, the platform aims to help bridge the information gap between Moroccan businesses and the wider world.
Giving Every Business the Opportunity to Be Discovered
One of the central principles behind Maroc Pages is that digital visibility should not be restricted to large corporations with substantial advertising budgets. Independent professionals, medical practitioners, legal firms, tradespeople, retailers, manufacturers, hospitality businesses, property companies, technology firms, consultants and emerging entrepreneurs all require the ability to compete for attention in an increasingly digital economy.
Maroc Pages provides that opportunity.
The platform’s mission is ultimately to become Morocco’s digital business gateway — connecting people who are searching with businesses ready to serve them.
As Maroc Pages expands its categories, business listings, technology and AI-powered services, the company believes the traditional concept of the business directory is being transformed into something considerably more powerful: an intelligent business visibility and client acquisition platform.
Businesses throughout Morocco are invited to establish their presence on Maroc Pages and discover how a professionally managed digital listing can become part of their long-term growth strategy.
About Maroc Pages
Maroc Pages is a digital business discovery, advertising and AI-powered business growth platform dedicated to connecting Moroccan businesses with local, national and international customers. Through professional business listings, enhanced promotional solutions and developing AI client acquisition services, Maroc Pages aims to make discovering and doing business in Morocco simpler, faster and more effective.
Global business award expands access to its structured Business Excellence Award evaluation process for organizations across all industries
WASHINGTON, D.C. United States, 11th Aug 2026 — The International Association for Business Excellence (IABE) is now accepting applications worldwide from businesses, nonprofits, executives, and organizations seeking formal third-party recognition for professional excellence.
As demand for meaningful business recognition continues to grow, organizations are placing greater emphasis on awards that provide clear qualification standards, transparent evaluation criteria, and recognition that extends beyond a traditional certificate or trophy.
IABE offers a structured evaluation process designed to assess organizations based on publicly available information rather than relying solely on nominations or public voting.
Five-Pillar Evaluation Standard
Every IABE application is evaluated using the organization’s published Five-Pillar Excellence Standard, which examines five core areas of organizational performance:
Digital Presence — Professional online presence, business information, and overall digital visibility.
Customer Reputation — Public ratings, reviews, testimonials, and indicators of consistent customer service.
Operational Standing — Evidence of legitimate, active, and professionally maintained business operations.
Industry Tenure — Demonstrated stability, experience, and continued activity within an organization’s field.
Professional Integrity — Public indicators of ethical conduct, professionalism, transparency, and credibility.
The evaluation is conducted using publicly available information, allowing IABE to assess applicants without requiring lengthy submissions or extensive documentation.
High Qualification Benchmark
IABE maintains a rigorous internal qualification benchmark for its Business Excellence Award.
The benchmark is intended to ensure that recognition is reserved for organizations demonstrating a consistently high standard across multiple areas rather than excellence in only one aspect of their business.
Organizations that do not meet the applicable standards may be declined.
Same-Day Application Determinations
IABE has also designed its application process around rapid decision-making.
Qualified applicants can receive a same-day determination, allowing approved organizations to move forward with their recognition without the lengthy waiting periods associated with many traditional award programs.
Applications are accepted throughout the year rather than being restricted to a single annual submission period.
Recognition is available at multiple levels, including City, Regional, National, and International recognition.
Recognition Extends Beyond the Award Certificate
Approved organizations receive a collection of digital recognition assets designed to provide ongoing value after the award is granted.
Recognition includes:
Official verified digital certificate
IABE Excellence Award Winner badge
Permanent recipient profile on the IABE website
Online recognition that can be incorporated into company websites and marketing materials
Optional national press distribution
The permanent online profile provides an additional public reference point for customers, partners, and prospects researching an organization online.
Recipients who select the optional press distribution service can also distribute an announcement about their recognition through participating news syndication networks.
IABE accepts applications from organizations across industries and geographic markets.
Eligible applicants may include:
Small businesses
Startups
Established companies
Corporations
Nonprofit organizations
Professional firms
Entrepreneurs
Executives
International organizations
There is no minimum company size requirement, allowing both independent operators and large organizations to be considered through the same core evaluation framework.
About the International Association for Business Excellence
The International Association for Business Excellence (IABE) is a global business recognition organization dedicated to honoring businesses, nonprofits, executives, and organizations that demonstrate exceptional professionalism, customer reputation, operational excellence, and integrity.
Through its published Five-Pillar Excellence Standard, IABE evaluates organizations using a structured framework designed to identify and recognize sustained business excellence.
Applications are accepted year-round from organizations across industries and countries.
Organizations interested in submitting an application can learn more or apply at:
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, August 11th, 2026, FinanceWire
Dr Ryan Lemand and Emmanouil Tzannes bring regulatory, asset management and institutional strategy expertise to the ADGM-based firm
Demeter Tactical Investments (ME) Limited, the ADGM-based investment firm, today announced the appointment of Dr Ryan Lemand and Emmanouil Tzannes to its board of directors. The appointments deepen the board’s expertise across regulation, asset management, governance and strategic partnerships as the firm extends its institutional presence in the region.
Dr Ryan Lemand joins the board as an Independent Non-Executive Director. A French national, he is Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Neovision group of companies, a leading fund hosting platform. He holds a PhD in Financial Econometrics, awarded summa cum laude, from the École Normale Supérieure, and brings senior experience spanning regulation, asset management and board governance. He previously served as Chief Executive Officer of ADS Investment Solutions, as Senior Advisor and Head of Risk Management at the UAE’s federal securities regulator, and as Lead Portfolio Manager at Fortis Investments, where he oversaw a portfolio of EUR 14.6 billion.
An approved person across multiple jurisdictions, including the FSRA, SFC, MAS, AMF and Saudi CMA, Dr Lemand currently serves as Independent Non-Executive Director on the boards of several regulated entities across the ADGM, VARA and DFSA. He is a published author, academic researcher and frequent commentator on international financial markets.
Emmanouil Tzannes is an international executive with deep experience in institutional strategy, governance, financial sustainability and strategic partnerships across the cultural, non-profit and mission-driven sectors. He has advised senior leaders and government stakeholders on organisational growth and long-term value creation, and has led the development of innovative funding models and high-value collaborations across the Middle East. He brings to the board a multidisciplinary perspective, strong stakeholder judgement and expertise in philanthropy, corporate partnerships and strategic oversight.
Commenting on his appointment, Dr Ryan Lemand, Independent Non-Executive Director, said:
“I am delighted to join the board of Demeter Tactical Investments as an Independent Non-Executive Director. Demeter’s systematic, evidence-based approach to managing risk and exposure reflects exactly the kind of disciplined process that institutional investors and regulators rightly expect, and I look forward to supporting the board in upholding the strong governance and oversight standards that underpin it.”
Commenting on the appointments, Jeffrey Sexton, Founder and Chief Investment Officer at Demeter Tactical Investments (ME) Limited said:
“Strong governance is the foundation on which everything we do at Demeter is built. Ryan and Emmanouil bring complementary strengths, from regulatory depth and portfolio oversight to institutional strategy and strategic partnerships. Their appointments reflect our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of governance, transparency, and accountability as we continue to expand our presence across the region.”
John Hensel, Senior Executive Officer and SVP, Middle East Markets at Demeter Tactical Investments (ME) Limited, added: “The Abu Dhabi Global Market has become one of the region’s most respected centres for institutional asset management, and boards of this calibre are a large part of the reason why. Ryan brings independent oversight experience across the jurisdictions that matter most to our partners, while Emmanouil adds the institutional judgement and depth of regional relationships that support long-term growth. Their appointments strengthen the confidence that investors and counterparties across the Middle East place in Demeter as we build from our Abu Dhabi base.”
The appointments come as Demeter strengthens its governance framework supporting its growth from its Abu Dhabi Global Market base. The firm’s systematic, evidence-based approach is rooted in the academic research of Nobel Laureate Eugene Fama, using price as the primary indicator of market conditions to adjust exposure with discipline through changing markets, and the strengthened board will support the oversight standards on which that process depends.
About Demeter Tactical Investments
Demeter Tactical Investments (ME) Limited is a quantitative investment manager operating from the Abu Dhabi Global Market. The firm manages proprietary, systematic strategies focused on liquid U.S. and international equity markets, applying a price-based investment process informed by Nobel Prize-winning empirical research in financial economics. With a track record spanning more than 13 years, Demeter combines disciplined quantitative portfolio management with an institutional operating platform. For more information www.demeter-funds.ae.
XXKK has announced the launch of its secure cryptocurrency exchange. The platform is designed to provide users with access to spot trading, perpetual contracts, copy trading, and digital asset management tools. As a comprehensive crypto trading platform, XXKK aims to serve both beginners and experienced market participants looking to manage their digital portfolios.
The XXKK Crypto Exchange offers a wide range of features to support different trading preferences. Users can access spot markets on standard digital asset exchanges and explore perpetual contracts to execute advanced market strategies. For those who prefer a more passive approach, the platform offers a copy trading feature that lets participants mirror the strategies of experienced traders. Additionally, the platform provides crypto conversion services and asset management products to help individuals organise their digital holdings effectively.
Security and compliance remain central to the operations of this cryptocurrency exchange. XXKK holds compliance licenses in the United States, Canada, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. To ensure user safety, the platform follows strict security protocols to protect user funds and personal information. Furthermore, the platform has earned certification from CoinMarketCap, adding a layer of transparency and trust for its community.
The team behind XXKK built the platform with a focus on simplicity and reliability. By combining multiple financial products into one interface, the company hopes to create a straightforward environment where people can track and manage their digital assets.
For more information about the platform and its features, please visit https://www.xxkk.com/
About XXKK
XXKK is a digital asset platform that provides spot trading, perpetual contracts, copy trading, crypto conversion, and asset management services. The company holds regulatory licenses in multiple jurisdictions and maintains strict security standards to protect its users.
