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Paris, France, April 30th, 2026 — Ron Bensimon, a global macro strategist and founder of the Ron Bensimon Community, today announced the successful integration of a new Centralized Processing Architecture across his international mining operations. This technical advancement is designed to maximize mineral recovery through multi-stage physical separation, completely eliminating the need for toxic chemicals in the diamond and gold supply chains.

The move marks a significant shift toward a “localized economic loop” model, where advanced resource extraction is directly tethered to civil infrastructure development. By operating and hiring locally, the initiative ensures that the value generated from natural resources is immediately reinvested into high-impact humanitarian projects.

“Our goal is to redefine the standard of precious resources by turning natural wealth into human potential,” said Ron Bensimon. “With this new processing architecture, we are proving that large-scale extraction can be 100% chemical-free while simultaneously funding the construction of advanced medical clinics and modern educational centers in rural landscapes.”

Technical and Humanitarian Milestones of the 2026 Roadmap:

Processing Architecture: Implementation of multi-stage physical separation systems that replace cyanide and mercury with purpose-configured, eco-friendly equipment.

Civil Infrastructure Funding: A dedicated percentage of operational revenue is now being funneled into the construction of state-of-the-art medical facilities in West Africa.

Logistical Response: Expansion of purpose-configured operations across remote regions, including Alaska, the United States, and Africa, to ensure ethical standards are maintained regardless of geography.

The Ron Bensimon Community Model is being positioned as a benchmark for “Humanitarian Mining,” where the legacy of extraction is community elevation rather than environmental depletion. As global demand for traceable and ethical assets grows, this framework provides a transparent roadmap for the future of responsible luxury.

About Ron Bensimon Community:

The Community is a community-first mining philosophy that integrates social, economic, and environmental development into the precious metals and diamond industry. Led by global strategist Ron Bensimon, the initiative focuses on chemical-free extraction and the funding of critical civil infrastructure.

For more information on global operations and humanitarian impact, visit https://ronbensimon.org/

Media Contact:

Ron Bensimon

info@ronbensimon.org

Endless Domains Integrates Freename, Completes Its Ten-Plus Provider Multi-Chain Aggregator and Unveils Its Full 2026 Product Roadmap

The Platform Where You Can Mint Identities Across Every Major Blockchain, All From One Place.

A Web3 domain used to be a statement. A proof of ownership. A placeholder for something that might one day matter.

In 2026, on Endless Domains, it is something entirely different.

Today Endless Domains announces the integration of Freename as its newest major provider, joining ENS, Unstoppable Domains, Solana Name Service, SpaceID, TON, BOX, StarkNet, Arbitrum and more within the world’s most comprehensive multi-chain Web3 identity aggregator, and previews the full suite of products launching in 2026 that transform every owned Endless Domains identity into active, income-generating, utility-rich digital infrastructure.

Freename brings a distinct and powerful addition to the Endless Domains ecosystem: wallet resolution, web3 payment addressing, Web2 and Web3 email functionality, decentralised website hosting and custom TLD ownership across Polygon, Solana, Base, Chiliz and BNB Chain. Freename domains can be monetised, trademarked and traded, and the platform’s collision management system resolves identical domain names across blockchains and Web3 registrars. For users building a Web3 identity that is simultaneously functional across chains and the traditional web, Freename is the missing layer.

For the first time, one platform gives you access to every major Web3 identity ecosystem simultaneously. You do not choose a chain and accept invisibility everywhere else. You come to Endless Domains, search across every provider at once and mint whichever identities matter to you, on whichever chains your audience, community or business lives on.

“A domain used to be an address. In 2026, on Endless Domains, it is an engine. It is your email, your website, your login, your business profile, your monetisation layer and your identity across every blockchain, all minted from one platform you never have to leave.”
— Vicky Hissaria, Founder and CEO, Endless Domains

All Chains. One Platform. What It Means Practically.

Before Endless Domains, owning a Web3 presence across multiple ecosystems meant visiting each one separately. ENS on one platform. Unstoppable Domains on another. Solana Name Service on a third. Freename on a fourth. Each had its own interface, its own registration flow and its own management experience. The identities were real. The access was fragmented.

Endless Domains ends that. From one search, one platform and one checkout, you can now mint and own identities across every major chain, all native to their respective ecosystems, all manageable from a single dashboard.

The 2026 Product Suite: Identity as Living Infrastructure

1. Multi-Chain Identity Aggregation — Live Now

Ten-plus providers. Every major blockchain. One platform. The most comprehensive aggregator of Web3 identity in existence, now expanded with Freename’s multi-chain TLD infrastructure, wallet resolution capabilities and cross-chain payment addressing.

2. Secondary Marketplace — Live Now

The first unified marketplace for Web3 domain trading across every integrated provider. Buy, sell and trade ENS names, Unstoppable Domains, Freename TLDs, SNS names and more, all within one ecosystem. Fair value transactions between owners, no centralised intermediary and no platform lock-in. Your domain’s value is yours to realise whenever you choose.

3. Domain Parking — Launching 2026

Endless Domains introduces the first and only domain parking model in the Web3 space. The mechanism is straightforward and the analogy is exact: this is Airbnb for your digital identity. Own a domain you are not actively building on, park it on the Endless  Domains platform and earn advertising revenue automatically. You own the asset. Endless Domains manages the monetisation layer. You collect the income. No other platform in the Web3 domain space offers this capability, and it transforms passive ownership into an active income stream from day one.

4. Identity Infrastructure Layer — Launching 2026

This is where Web3 identity becomes a genuine replacement for the centralized systems most people use today. Endless Domains is building a decentralised email system as a direct alternative to Gmail. Decentralised messaging as an alternative to WhatsApp. On-chain reputation building. Legacy infrastructure. Cross-platform authentication. Token-gated access. Every identity minted today on Endless Domains is the foundation of a digital life that no platform can suspend, no company can repossess and no terms of service can take away.

“We are building for the people who do not yet understand Web3, not only for the people who already do. Every product we ship in 2026 is designed to be so genuinely useful and so obviously right that the question stops being “why would I” and becomes “why did I wait.”
— Ankit Agarwal, Co-Founder, Endless Domains

The Numbers That Make the Opportunity Undeniable

9.2 million Web3 domains have been registered globally to date. More than 1 billion people currently hold Web3 assets. The distance between those two numbers is not a market failure. It is an access problem. People who are in web3 and want a Web3 presence had no single place to discover, compare and mint across every major provider. The friction of navigating separate ecosystems kept the addressable market far smaller than actual demand.

Endless Domains removes that friction entirely. One platform. Every chain. Every provider. Every identity accessible to everyone, starting from $2. The next wave of Web3 identity adoption did not need a catalyst. It needed a complete platform with real utility. That platform is live now.

Claim Your Identity Before the Moment Passes

The aggregator is complete. Every major chain is accessible from one place. Permanent ownership starts from $2 with no renewals, no expiry and no landlord. Domain parking arrives this year to turn your owned identity into a revenue-generating asset from day one. The identity infrastructure layer being built on top of everything you own today will replace the centralised systems you currently depend on.

The only question remaining is whether you claim your identities in 2026 or explain later why you waited.

Claim your permanent Web3 identity today at endlessdomains.io

 

About Endless Domains
Endless Domains is the world’s most comprehensive multi-chain Web3 identity aggregator, the only platform where anyone can search, mint and manage digital identities across ENS, Unstoppable Domains, Freename, Solana Name Service, SpaceID, TON, BOX, StarkNet, Arbitrum and more, all from a single destination. The platform features a live secondary marketplace, domain parking launching in 2026, and a full identity infrastructure layer covering decentralised email, on-chain reputation and more. endlessdomains.io

About Freename
Freename is a blockchain-based domain registry enabling users to register and manage Web3 Top Level Domains (TLDs) and Second Level Domains (SLDs) across multiple blockchains including Polygon, Solana, Base, Chiliz and BNB Chain. Freename’s proprietary technology enables wallet resolution, Web3 payments, Web3 email and decentralised websites. Domains can be monetised, trademarked and traded. Compatible with Google Chrome, Safari and MetaMask.

Media Contact: partnerships@endlessdomains.io | endlessdomains.io

Dubai, UAE, April 22nd 2026- BitDelta, a fintech company, today informed that BitDelta India has commenced operations. Group CEO Dr. Demetrios Zamboglou is in India, engaging with stakeholders and participating in industry discussions.

India continues to see growing participation across financial markets, with increasing interest among both new and experienced investors. During his visit, Dr. Demetrios Zamboglou, Group CEO of BitDelta, engaged with industry participants and stakeholders. “India represents an important market in the global financial landscape,” said Dr. Demetrios Zamboglou. “Our focus remains on building responsibly, with strong governance, secure digital infrastructure, and a commitment to transparency and user-centricity, enabling users to engage with modern financial markets with greater confidence.”

India continues to see increasing participation in digital assets, with growing interest among both new and experienced users. There is a stronger focus on trust, regulatory clarity, and security as participation continues to grow. This trend is expected to sustain as the market evolves and matures further.

About BitDelta

BitDelta is a fintech company designed to meet next-generation expectations, with a security-first approach tailored for modern investors seeking clarity, control, and credibility in their investment journey.

Built on transparency, robust security, and institutional-grade infrastructure, BitDelta enables retail and professional users to access global financial markets through a platform engineered for performance, reliability, and trust. Combining regulatory discipline with product innovation to support informed participation and long-term engagement.

About Dr. Demetrios Zamboglou

Dr. Demetrios Zamboglou is a globally recognised leader in digital assets and regulated financial markets, with over two decades of experience spanning institutional trading, risk governance, and executive leadership across Europe, the Middle East, and international markets.

As Group Chief Executive Officer of BitDelta, he leads the firm’s global strategy and expansion, with a clear focus on building an institutionally anchored and and innovation-driven financial institutional. Under his leadership, BitDelta is strengthening its offering through deep liquidity, operational resilience, and disciplined governance.

An engineer by training, Dr. Zamboglou holds a PhD in Behavioural Finance from King’s College London, with research supported by leading global institutions including Amazon, Microsoft, and MIT. He has further strengthened his expertise through advanced programmes in finance, marketing, and leadership at Cambridge Judge Business School, Harvard Business School, and NYU Stern. He also holds the CISI Investment Compliance Diploma and is CySEC Advanced certified.

Recognised by Forbes in its Top 100 Europe Leaders edition and named among Arabian Business’s 40 Under 40 in the MENA region, Dr. Zamboglou brings a distinctive combination of technical depth, regulatory insight, and strategic clarity to the evolving digital asset ecosystem.

Helping projects capture attention before the market starts watching

Hong Kong — April 2026 — As the Web3 industry prepares for one of its most important global gatherings, Web3 Newswire — a leading crypto press release distribution agency and crypto newswire platform — has confirmed it will exhibit at the Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026, positioning itself at the center of a high-profile moment for the ecosystem.

📍 Booth No: I-04
📅 April 20–23
📌 Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

The Web3 Hong Kong Festival 2026 has evolved into more than a conference. It is where narratives are shaped, deals are initiated, and projects compete for global attention. For teams seeking an edge, working with a dedicated web3 press release distribution agency before the event opens can make all the difference.

Why timing matters more than ever

In this environment, when a project announces something can be as important as what it announces.

Web3 Newswire — a trusted blockchain press release distribution agency and crypto news distribution platform — is focusing on pre-event PR as a key strategy for projects looking to stand out at the HK Web3 Festival 2026. By publishing announcements ahead of the festival, companies can position themselves early, ensuring they are already visible when investors, media, and attendees begin tracking the ecosystem.

This early Web3 media exposure often translates into:

• Higher recall during the event
• Increased media pickup and blockchain brand visibility
• Stronger positioning in conversations and meetings
• Better engagement from both crypto-native and mainstream audiences
• A head start in crypto PR momentum before competition peaks

A campaign built around momentum

To support projects during this period, Web3 Newswire — a full-service crypto press release platform — has introduced a festival-driven event press release distribution offer timed specifically around the Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026.

Using the code HKWEB3-26, companies can unlock up to 30% discount on selected crypto press release distribution packages.

Projects can explore options and secure placements here: https://web3newswire.com/pages/hong-kong-web3-festival-2026-press-release

With attention peaking around global events like the HK Web3 Festival 2026, early event press release distribution through a professional agency often determines how much visibility a project ultimately captures.

Engage with the team

Throughout the Web3 Hong Kong Festival 2026, the Web3 Newswire team will be engaging with founders and marketing teams looking to align their communication strategy with market timing through targeted blockchain press release distribution.

Visitors can connect directly at Booth I-04 to discuss upcoming announcements, crypto PR strategy, and media planning.

About Web3 Newswire

Web3 Newswire is a premier crypto press release platform, web3 press release distribution agency, and crypto newswire service built for blockchain, cryptocurrency, and emerging technology companies. As a dedicated blockchain press release distribution agency and crypto news distribution platform, it helps projects distribute announcements across global media networks — enabling visibility, credibility, and long-term market positioning.

Media Contact
Web3 Newswire Team
https://web3newswire.com/
pr@web3newswire.com
https://t.me/web3newswire

Hong Kong, 17th April 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 is honored to have MyDex onboard as a Tertiary Exhibition Sponsor.

 

MyDex is the next-gen intelligent trading platform where humans and AI evolve together. Explore more at https://www.mydex.io/

Following the sellout success of its previous editions, Hong Kong Web3 Festival has announced its return on 20–23 April at HKCEC. Now in its 4th year, this four-day event will once again bring tens of thousands of Web3 professionals, investors, and enthusiasts across the globe to connect, learn and be inspired.

The four-day event will feature over 20 sessions across four stages, bringing together 200+ speakers, 100+ partners, and thousands of Web3 professionals, investors, and enthusiasts across the globe to explore trending topics in crypto finance, AI + Web3, and RWAs.

The conference will also convene top experts and leading Web3 projects to exchange ideas, share best practices and gain perspectives on today’s evolving Web3 landscape. Confirmed speakers include:

Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of  Hong Kong

Lu Weiding, Deputy to the People’s National Congress, Vice Chairman to All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, Chairman and CEO of Wanxiang Group

Mr Joseph H. L. CHAN, JP, Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau, Hong Kong

Dr. YIP Chee Hang, Executive Director of Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission, Hong Kong

Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group

Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong

Vitalik Buterin, Co-Founder, Ethereum

Michael Faulkender, Professor of Finance, University of Maryland; Former Deputy Secretary, the U.S. Treasury

Yi He, Co-CEO, Binance

Richard Teng, Co-CEO, Binance

Lennix Lai, Chief Commercial Officer, OKX Global

H.E. Justin Sun, Founder, TRON; Advisor, HTX; Advisor, B.AI

Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Mysten Labs

Seiji Yuki, Executive Managing Director, Japan Virtual and Crypto assets Exchange Association & Japan Cryptoasset Business Association

Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation

Joseph Chalom, CEO, Sharplink

Francis B. Zhou, CEO, Quantum Solutions

Abdelhamid Bizid, Managing Director, BlackRock

Cindy Xu, Managing Director, Head of Asia Fintech and China Financial Institutions and Governments, J.P. Morgan

Akhil Devmurari, Fintech Sector Head, APAC, Payments, J.P. Morgan

Brian Mehler, CEO, Stable

Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman, Animoca Brands

Min Lin, Managing Director, Head of Global Business Development at Ondo Finance

Franklin Bi, General Partner, Pantera Capital

John Cahill, COO, Galaxy Digital Asia

……

And 200+ industry leaders from traditional finance, tech giants, and Web3 projects.

Palo Alto, CA, April 15th, 2026- As multi-national corporations face the dual pressure of rapid content cycles and tightening localization budgets, AI Studios has launched an enterprise-grade AI Dubbing and Video Translation solution that fundamentally alters the global media landscape. By supporting over 150 languages, the platform effectively eliminates the friction between local content production and global distribution, providing a scalable blueprint for B2B market penetration.

The expansion is built on a foundation of technical precision that moves far beyond traditional machine video translation. Unlike consumer-level tools such as YouTube’s auto-translation, which typically rely on generic, robotic voices and suffer from a complete lack of visual synchronization, AI Studios’ proprietary engine utilizes advanced Voice Cloning to preserve the original speaker’s unique vocal tones and emotional inflections across all 150+ dialects. This is paired with high-fidelity lip-sync technology that eliminates the distracting mismatch between audio and lip movement found in basic tools, ensuring that professional integrity is maintained in high-stakes environments where visual authenticity is non-negotiable.

For internal operations and marketing departments, the most significant impact lies in the platform’s workflow integration. AI Studios has consolidated what was once a fragmented, weeks-long video translation process into a single, automated pipeline. Upon a single video upload, the system triggers a “one-stop” sequence—automated translation, voice generation, and lip-sync synthesis—drastically reducing both the time-to-market and the capital expenditure typically required for professional localization bureaus.

This efficiency is specifically engineered for diverse enterprise use cases. From scaling a global YouTube presence with native-level quality to localizing sensitive corporate training modules and high-impact marketing campaigns, the suite provides a versatile B2B solution for high-fidelity video translation. By removing the logistical hurdles of multilingual production, AI Studios allows organizations to focus on their core strategic messaging while the AI handles the complexities of global linguistic reach.

In an increasingly fragmented digital economy, the ability to communicate with localized precision at an enterprise scale is no longer a luxury, but a strategic necessity. The latest milestone from AI Studios provides the infrastructure for brands to act globally while speaking locally, setting a new benchmark for how technology facilitates international commerce.

About DeepBrain AI DeepBrain AI is a global leader in AI Avatar and AI Human technology, specializing in bridging the gap between human communication and digital scalability. The company’s flagship B2B SaaS platform, AI Studios, empowers enterprises to create hyper-realistic AI Video Agents and localized video translation content in minutes. Based in Palo Alto, DeepBrain AI provides the most sophisticated digital twin solutions for the modern workplace.

Media Contact:
Selena Kim
global@deepbrain.io
Website:  www.aistudios.com

Sharjah, UAE, 14th April 2026, Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) delivered an exceptional financial and operational performance across all business segments during the first quarter of 2026. Net profit after tax reached AED 380.7 million, representing an increase of 19.4% compared to AED 318.9 million for the same period in 2025.

Income from investments in Islamic financing and Sukuk grew by AED 131.8 million, or 14.4%, to reach approximately AED 1.05 billion by the end of the first quarter of 2026, compared to AED 914.3 million during the same period in 2025. Meanwhile, total profit distributions to depositors and Sukuk holders amounted to approximately AED 581.7 million, compared to AED 546.9 million in the prior-year period.

Sharjah Islamic Bank continues to diversify its income streams, as reflected in the growth of net fee and commission income and other operating income, which increased by 9.3% to reach AED 179.7 million by the end of the first quarter of 2026, compared to AED 164.4 million for the same period in 2025. This growth contributed to an increase in the Bank’s total operating income to approximately AED 644.1 million, up by AED 112.4 million, or 21.1%, compared to AED 531.7 million during the same period last year.

These results underscore the strength of SIB’s financial foundations and its prudent risk management approach, ensuring consistent profitability and the creation of sustainable long-term value within a challenging operating environment.

Total assets remained stable at AED 90.9 billion by the end of the first quarter of 2026, reflecting a modest increase of AED 553.9 million, or 1%, compared to AED 90.3 billion at the end of the previous year. This growth was primarily driven by an increase in total investment in Islamic financing, which reached AED 46.8 billion, compared to AED 45.6 billion at the end of 2025, representing growth of 2.6%.

Singapore, 14th April 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Informa Festivals today announced a renewed three-year partnership with the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) to co-organise Asia Tech x Singapore (ATxSG), underscoring Informa’s commitment to elevating the region’s flagship technology festival on the global stage.

As part of the renewed partnership, ATxSG will return from 20-22 May 2026, convening global leaders across technology, business and government to explore the innovations, policies and partnerships shaping Asia’s digital future.

The formalised agreement marks a major milestone in the evolution of the ATx brand, reinforcing both organisations’ shared commitment to broaden ATxSG’s international footprint, deepen its focus on frontier technologies, and strengthen its role as a convening platform that drives meaningful industry collaboration and policy impact.

Tom Cuthell, VP, Future Tech, Informa Festivals said, “ATxSG has become a critical meeting point for the global tech community, and this renewed partnership reflects our shared ambition to take the event to even greater heights. Over the next three years, we will continue expanding the breadth of international participation, elevating discussions on emerging technologies, and creating spaces where industry leaders, innovators and policymakers can engage on the issues that truly matter. We’re excited to work alongside IMDA to shape a festival that not only showcases the future of tech, but actively helps build it.”

“ATxSG and Informa Festivals have had a long-standing relationship over the last 5 years. The formalising of our continued partnership for the next 3 years marks a new chapter in the growth of the ATx brand. Through the ATxSummit and ATxEnterprise, we plan to continue engaging the whole tech ecosystem across governments, enterprises and innovators from Asia and beyond. This is an exciting time to be on the pulse of technology – and the ATx umbrella of platforms will bring the best Digital Ministers and thought-leaders here, for unparalleled conversations anywhere else in the world” said Ms Yvonne Lim, Cluster Director (Asia Tech x Programme Office and Digital Industry Singapore), Infocomm Media Development Authority, Singapore.

ATxSummit: Championing Asia’s innovation agenda

To be held on 20-21 May 2026 at Capella Singapore, ATxSummit will bring together more than 60 speakers and over 4,000 senior leaders, government officials, and tech practitioners from 50 countries. Discussions will span agentic and embodied AI, governance and safety, AI adoption, quantum technologies, and the future of work.

ATxEnterprise: Pulse of Asia’s tech and enterprise ecosystem

Running 20-22 May at Singapore Expo, ATxEnterprise – the region’s flagship B2B tech marketplace – will feature BroadcastAsia, CommunicAsia, SatelliteAsia, TechXLR8 Asia, The AI Summit Singapore, and the Startup Arena. Exhibitors and delegates will explore new technologies, forge partnerships, and accelerate enterprise-level innovation.

The 2026 programme will feature a distinguished line-up of industry luminaries, including:

• Lambert Hogenhout, Chief Data and AI, United Nations
• Jeanie Fang, Director of Data and AI Management, Crunchbase
• Maria Yolanda Crisanto, Chief Sustainability Officer, Globe Telecom
• Charmond Tsang, CCO, DCConnect
• Kirt Zhang, Dy General Manager, China Unicom
• Jamie Khoo, CEO, DayOne Data Centres
• Deepak Sarda, CTO, Endowus
• Vadim Shaik, Venture Partner, Vickers Ventures
• Pushpitaa Naiidu Ramloo, President Director, GIH Asia
• Vincensius Yudhistira Lindung Setiyana, CTO, Mitra Telemedia Manunggal
• Priyanka Deva, Director, Innovation and Enterprise Architecture, MSD

Over the next three years, the renewed partnership will prioritise deeper engagement across AI, space, quantum and next-generation connectivity, while strengthening public-private collaboration to support responsible digital development across the region.

Be part of ATxE 2026. Registration is now open – secure your pass at https://asiatechxsg.com/registration and explore the event agenda at https://asiatechxsg.com/atxenterprise/.

Toronto, ON, April 13th, 2026– Illuminance announces a strategic shift in its approach to computational power for its platform. After a series of challenges and experiments with quantum nodes, which ultimately did not meet expectations in real-world conditions, the company has made a bold and unexpected decision: to replace quantum nodes with Pentium III processors, leading to remarkable results.

Initially, Illuminance Global had planned to use quantum nodes for processing large volumes of data and performing parallel analytics operations. However, despite successful tests in a controlled environment, real-world scenarios revealed significant problems: unstable node performance, calculation failures, and incompetence among the staff handling the nodes.

“We encountered a series of technical problems that required immediate resolution. While quantum nodes promised a revolution in computing, in reality, they turned out to be nothing more than a cinematic fantasy,” said the CEO of Illuminance Global.

In the search for a solution to the challenges, the company spent months exploring alternative options but continued to face new obstacles. At the height of frustration, when it seemed like optimization was impossible, the CEO proposed an unexpected yet revolutionary solution: to transition from quantum nodes to Pentium III processors.

Inspiration for this decision came at the most unexpected moment. “After yet another unsuccessful attempt, I decided to take a break and play my favorite game, Doom 2. As I was playing through the level with the Baron of Hell, I remembered my old computer and was amazed by how efficiently it handled tasks that seemed complex: in one moment, it could react to key presses, emit gunshot sounds, and display graphical effects with no delays. At that moment, I realized: we don’t need to look for new technologies; we just need to turn to a time-tested solution,” shared the CEO of Illuminance.

After deciding to use Pentium III processors, the specialists at Illuminance Global conducted a series of tests that yielded surprising results. Despite the seemingly retro choice, the system built on Pentium III processors successfully handled data processing, providing the necessary stability and performance. Moreover, the low cost of these processors allowed the company to scale the system flexibly, significantly increasing its capacity at minimal cost.

As a result of the successful implementation of this new approach, Illuminance Global has shut down the Illuminance Grid project and is now actively negotiating with manufacturers for the mass production of Pentium III processors. This decision has opened new horizons for the company, and it is now ready to offer the market high-speed computing and data analysis based on stable and proven solutions.

About Illuminance

Illuminance is a technology company developing a high-performance computational layer for global financial markets. Its architecture is based on a distributed network of quantum nodes, complemented by the Illuminance Grid coordination system. Together, they form an infrastructure inspired by quantum technologies and optimized for automated crypto arbitrage. The platform focuses on real-world AI applications to ensure speed, scalability, and resilience in complex market conditions.

Media Contact:

corporate@illuminanceglobal.com

https://illuminanceglobal.com

Hong Kong, 13th April 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — The Hong Kong Web3 Festival today released its full schedule for the 2026 edition, taking place from April 20 to 23 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC).

The four-day event will feature over 20 sessions across four stages, bringing together 200+ speakers, 100+ partners, and thousands of Web3 professionals, investors, and enthusiasts across the globe to explore trending topics in crypto finance, AI + Web3, and RWAs.

Star-Studded Speaker Lineup

The conference will convene top experts and leading Web3 projects to exchange ideas, share best practices and gain perspectives on today’s evolving Web3 landscape.

Confirmed speakers include:

Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of  Hong Kong

Lu Weiding, Deputy to the People’s National Congress, Vice Chairman to All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, Chairman and CEO of Wanxiang Group

Mr Joseph H. L. CHAN, JP, Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau, Hong Kong

Dr. YIP Chee Hang, Executive Director of Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission, Hong Kong

Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group

Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong

Vitalik Buterin, Co-Founder, Ethereum

Michael Faulkender, Professor of Finance, University of Maryland; Former Deputy Secretary, the U.S. Treasury

Yi He, Co-CEO, Binance

Richard Teng, Co-CEO, Binance

Lennix Lai, Chief Commercial Officer, OKX Global

H.E. Justin Sun, Founder, TRON; Advisor, HTX; Advisor, B.AI

Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Mysten Labs

Seiji Yuki, Executive Managing Director, Japan Virtual and Crypto assets Exchange Association & Japan Cryptoasset Business Association

Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation

Joseph Chalom, CEO, Sharplink

Francis B. Zhou, CEO, Quantum Solutions

Abdelhamid Bizid, Managing Director, BlackRock

Cindy Xu, Managing Director, Head of Asia Fintech and China Financial Institutions and Governments, J.P. Morgan

Akhil Devmurari, Fintech Sector Head, APAC, Payments, J.P. Morgan

Brian Mehler, CEO, Stable

Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman, Animoca Brands

Bugra Celik, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies at Global Macro, HSBC

Min Lin, Managing Director, Head of Global Business Development at Ondo Finance

Franklin Bi, General Partner, Pantera Capital

John Cahill, COO, Galaxy Digital Asia

……

And 200+ industry leaders from traditional finance, tech giants, and Web3 projects.

Daily Agenda Highlights

• Day 1 – April 20

 The Web3 Festival opens with a Mainstage Opening Ceremony (9:00-12:00) featuring distinguished representatives from the HKSAR government and top university leaders.

In the afternoon, the Mainstage turns to TradFi x Crypto Finance: Convergence (14:00-17:00), where Yi He (Binance), Richard Teng (Binance), Lennix Lai (OKX), Bugra Celik (HSBC), Joseph Chalom (Sharplink), Brian Mehler (Stable) and Leonard Hoh (Bitstamp by Robinhood), among others, will discuss stablecoins, cross-border payments, and asset digitization.

Stage 1 dives into Web3 x AI: Value Reconstruction in the Intelligence Age, featuring Sophia Jin (Byteplus HK), Ying YAN (Ant Digital Technologies), Keywolf (SlowMist), John (TON Foundation), Miguel Palencia (Co-founder, Qtum), Changhao Jiang (Cobo), and Jeffery Zeng (MaxQuant), among others.

Stage 2 explores Tokenisation: Bridging the Real World with the Digital Economy (co-organized with Anvita), featuring Yat Siu (Co-founder & Chairman, Animoca Brands), Richa (MSX), Junny Ho (Kaspa), Cobe Zhang (Head of Anvita, Ant Digital Technologies; CEO, ZAN), and Chris Yin (CEO & Co-founder, Plume), among others.

The Open Stage hosts Institutional Convergence: From Compliance to Commerce (partnered with Boundless).

• Day 2 – April 21

The Mainstage morning session (10:00-12:25) focuses on AI x Crypto: The Next Financial Infrastructure, with Lily Liu (Solana Foundation), Adeniyi Abiodun (Mysten Labs), H.E. Justin Sun (TRON), Franklin Bi (Pantera Capital), and YQ Jia (AltLayer), among others.

The afternoon Mainstage (14:00-17:00) tackles Get to the Bottom of RWA, featuring Anna Liu (HashKey Tokenisation), DIAO Zhihai (CICC), Min Lin (Ondo Finance), Abdelhamid Bizid (BlackRock), and Cindy Xu (J.P. Morgan), among others.

Stage 1 kicks off the morning with New Trends of Crypto-Equity Synergy, co-organized by Solana Company (NASDAQ: HSDT). Featured speakers include Joseph Chee (Executive Chairman, Solana Company), Gracy Chen (CEO, Bitget), and Phil Kang (CEO, ZR Financial Group), among others, followed by a panel presented by Sina Finance. In the afternoon, Stage 1 presents Smart Hardware: The Physical Interface and Extended Applications of Web3, co-organized with Arkreen, featuring Samuel C. Greenwood (VeZoom), Shukyee Ma (Plume), Peter CHEN (Tether), and Henrique Centieiro (Maverick Capital), among others.

Stage 2 dedicates the full day to Stablecoins and Web3 Payment Revolution (co-organized with RD Technologies). Featured speakers include Justin Kim (Avalanche), Jag Foo (Safeheron), Arda Senoz (Alchemy Pay), Leon Li (Google).

The Open Stage features project showcases from TCG.ZONE, K-Prop, HappyPlanet, and a HashKey Capital event.

• Day 3 – April 22

The Mainstage is powered by Ethereum Applications Guild for a full-day Ethereum Applications Gathering, covering infrastructure, AI, RWA, hardware, security, and the future of the ecosystem. Featured speakers include Vitalik Buterin and other Ethereum builders. To register: https://luma.com/89bnj2h4

Stage 1 presents the Web3.0 Standardization and Globalization Summit (by W3SA HK), exploring how standardization can drive industry progress and global adoption. To register: https://luma.com/z5akgehj

Stage 2 hosts the HashKey Exchange Asia Connect Forum.

The Open Stage features Desun Singularity Tech (AM) and 0G (PM).

• Day 4 – April 23

The Mainstage presents Bitfire Day: Institutional Digital Wealth Management Summit 2026 (by Bitfire), focusing on institutional-grade digital asset custody, compliance, and wealth management. To register: https://luma.com/9mz5wyps

Stage 1 features TON Day: AI Builders on Telegram Ecosystem (by TON Foundation), with hands-on workshops, project demos, and panel discussions on AI x Web3. To register: https://luma.com/xu9ywvih

Stage 2 hosts the Web3 Scholars Conference 2026 (by DRK Lab), showcasing peer-reviewed academic papers on smart contract security, cryptography, and governance.

The Open Stage closes with the *HashKey On-Chain Finance Summit 2026* (by HashKey Chain).

A Global Ecosystem of Partners

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 has forged a strategic alliance with Cyberport and the region’s trade statutory body, Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). Furthermore, the event has revealed an impressive lineup of 2026 sponsors so far, including:

Title: OKX Wallet, SignalPlus, TRON

Diamond: Bitfire, MEET48, ZA Bank

Platinum: BAXS, Ethereum Applications Guild (EAG), Finanx AI, MSX, Qtum, TokenPocket, Web3 Leader Program, Zircon Securities

Co-organizer: Anvita, Arkreen, RD Technologies, SNZ, Solana Company (NASDAQ: HSDT)

Exclusive Dinner Sponsor: Sui Foundation

Side-event Sponsor: Bitfire, DRK Lab, TON Foundation, W3SA-HK

Gold: Alchemy Pay, AltLayer, BytePlus, ENI, MaxQuant, VeZoom

Speaker & VIP Lounge Sponsor: Kaspa Ecosystem Foundation (KEF)

Primary: bitbaby, CoinP, HappyMeta, Hong Kong Business School | Executive Education, Hotcoin, SlowMist, Websea, WEEK Labs

Secondary: Aspire, CF_Blockchain, CHAINISLE, ChainUp, CoinPost, Conflux, Digital Reserve, Ellipal, Fufuture, Passey, PancakeSwap, PlatON, Questflow, SoonTech, United Stables, W3SA-HK, XKONG, Zbit

Tertiary: ADVANCE.AI, Alpha Hunter, Ark of Panda, Black Water, BOT Chain, ChainSafeAI, Cloudflare, Cobo Global, DeSaFa, Doghead Foundation, EcoSync, Evolving Capital, Happy Planet, iCloser, MarsCat, MyDex, Orca Prime, Pauway Generator, QINGTENG, RWA.LTD, SimpleChain, StoneLink, Tencent Cloud, TiDB, Upay, XBIT, YUZHOU Technology

Open Stage: 0G, Boundless, Delta & Capital, Desun Singularity Tech, Happy Planet, K-Prop, TCG.ZONE

Exclusive Robot Partner: HK ROBOTICS

Registration Still Open

Tickets for the Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 are still available. For the full agenda, speaker updates, and registration, please visit: https://www.web3festival.org/hongkong2026/#/en