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ANKARA, Turkey, March 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Turkish Cement Manufacturers’ Association (TURKCIMENTO) issued a statement regarding EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), warning that the current implementation risks functioning as a de facto non-tariff trade barrier for the Turkish cement industry. “Priority of the Turkish cement sector is the meticulous preparation and verification of emission reports within the scope of CBAM. However, verification problems could turn the gap between actual and default values into a serious financial burden,” said Volkan Bozay, CEO of TURKCIMENTO. “When this difference is calculated based on current EU ETS prices, it increases the carbon…

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., March 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Affordable Home U.S. LLC, a licensed residential home builder in Alabama, announced the upcoming sale of a newly constructed home using its deployed ERC-20 utility token, Affordable Home Token (AHOME). The company has already purchased the land for the first home sale, finalized architectural plans for a 1,200-square-foot high-performance energy-efficient residence, and launched a public decentralized application (dApp) at AffordableHomeToken.com that allows users to interact directly with audited smart contracts deployed on the Ethereum blockchain. The smart-contract system supporting the token and auction process has been independently audited by QuillAudits, and the…

New platform aligns with emerging U.S. cybersecurity strategy and addresses growing quantum threats to blockchain infrastructure HOUSTON, March 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ameritec IPS, a U.S.-based cybersecurity and blockchain technology company, has announced the upcoming deployment of Q-AmChain, a next-generation blockchain platform engineered with quantum-resistant cryptography at its core. The platform is expected to enter phased deployment in June 2026. Q-AmChain has been developed from the ground up to address the growing risks posed by quantum computing to traditional cryptographic systems used in blockchain networks. Unlike legacy platforms that rely on elliptic curve cryptography, Q-AmChain integrates post-quantum cryptographic algorithms…

Richmond, Virginia, March 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virginia Credit Union is pleased to announce the grand opening of its Blacksburg branch at 200 N Main St., marking a significant milestone as the first new branch location to open in the credit union’s expanded service territory following the successful merger with Member One Federal Credit Union. The anticipated opening date is March 30. Watch for an official opening announcement on vacu.org and on the credit union’s social channels. The 3,700-square-foot branch also features a drive-thru with a multifunction ATM and two walk-up multifunction ATMs. The location also includes a 2,400-square-foot…

Amsterdam – HERE Technologies, the leading mapping and location data platform, today announced that it has joined DCSA+, the partnership programme of the Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA), to support the development and early adoption of reliable digital standards for container shipping, with a particular focus on trusted location and event data across global logistics networks. By joining DCSA+, HERE strengthens its commitment to improving supply chain transparency and operational reliability through interoperable digital standards and high-quality location intelligence.As a provider of advanced location technology and supply chain solutions, HERE sees DCSA+ as a key platform for integrating reliable geospatial data into…

LONDON, March 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Titanbay, Europe’s leading private markets infrastructure provider, has appointed Julius Kolberg as Head of Germany, reinforcing its commitment to a market where banks and wealth managers are seeking to integrate private markets into their existing systems in a scalable and compliant way. Julius joins Titanbay’s Wealth Solutions team, where he will lead commercial efforts with banks, wealth managers, and digital investment platforms across Germany. His focus is firmly on the distribution side of the business, helping wealth institutions access and operationalise private markets through Titanbay’s integrated platform, which covers the full investment lifecycle…

March 24, 2026 Philips ranks No. 1 among medical technology companies in the European Patent Office Technology Dashboard 2025, filing 1,289 patent applications with the EPO in 2025.Philips’ platform-based solutions integrate hardware, software, data and AI to address clinical, operational and everyday health challenges.Philips’ innovation improved the lives of 2 billion people in 2025, with the goal of improving 2.5 billion lives per year by 2030, including 400 million people in medically underserved communities. Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today announced it ranked No. 1 among medical technology companies…

SHENZHEN, China, March 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ONERugged, a brand of Emdoor Information Co., Ltd., recently introduced the V82T, a fourth-generation vehicle-mounted computer and fleet management tablet. Purpose-built for the fleet and designed for professional mobility, the V82T boosts efficiency across industries and delivers a transformative, next generation experience in fleet management. Addressing the Growing Challenges in Modern Fleet Management Across logistics, transport, manufacturing, and public transit, operators are managing increasingly complex and large-scale fleets. Beyond handling high volumes of orders, they must ensure real-time visibility into vehicles, drivers, and cargo to maintain efficiency and reliability. Traditional fleet management…

ZURICH and TURIN, Italy and MATOSINHOS, Portugal, March 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Micro, AMFI — Automotive Micro Factory Italy, and CEiiA have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic collaboration in the field of micro electric mobility. The partnership aims to unlock synergies between two complementary European micro e-cars — Microlino and BEN — across technology, industrial production, and market development. A Natural Fit: Microlino Meets BEN Microlino, designed by Micro, is an iconic battery-electric microcar inspired by the bubble cars of the 1950s, focused on the consumer market (B2C). BEN (BE Neutral), developed by CEiiA,…

LAS VEGAS, March 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Informa Markets’ Licensing Expo, the world’s most influential event for licensing, IP extension and brand collaborations (May 19-21, Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV), announces the opening keynote session titled, “The Netflix Effect on Fandom: A Fireside Chat with Marian Lee, Chief Marketing Officer, Netflix.” Netflix’s Influence on Culture Netflix is a driving force behind some of the most passionate and diverse fan communities in the world, using innovative licensing strategies and partnerships to expand its franchises, deepen engagement and foster global brand loyalty. In this fireside chat, Chief Marketing Officer…