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Monday, 20 July 2026
Bitget Launches Industry-First Cross-Asset Unified Account With 100 US Stock Tokens as Margin
VICTORIA, Seychelles, July 20 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has launched the industry's first Cross-Asset Unified Account (UTA), bringing more than 370 eligible assets—including 100 US stock tokens (rTokens)—into a single margin pool. The launch extends unified margin beyond crypto, allowing tokenized equities to function alongside digital assets within one account.
As crypto and traditional financial markets become increasingly connected, users expect assets to do more than represent ownership. The next stage of tokenization focuses on utility, allowing assets to support multiple financial activities from a single account. Bitget's Cross-Asset Unified Account advances that shift by integrating tokenized US equities into the same capital framework used for crypto trading.
The Cross-Asset Unified Account represents the third evolution of exchanges’ trading account architecture, with each stage focused on improving capital efficiency. The first generation isolated margin by asset and position, leaving capital fragmented across multiple accounts. The second unified multiple cryptocurrencies into a single margin pool, allowing one pool of collateral to support multiple crypto positions. The latest generation extends that framework beyond cryptocurrencies, bringing tokenized US stocks and other real-world assets into the same unified margin system. By giving RWAs the same status and utility as crypto, the Cross-Asset Unified Account allows eligible assets across different markets to work together within a single capital framework.
“Bringing stocks onchain is the first step but the real breakthrough comes when those assets can work with the same flexibility as crypto,” said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. “Capital efficiency is one of the principles behind UEX, and the Cross-Asset UTA puts that idea into practice. A stock position should be able to hold value, support another trade, or unlock liquidity instead of sitting in isolation.”
Eligible rTokens can now serve several purposes simultaneously. Users can maintain exposure to the underlying US equities, receive cash dividend distributions where applicable, use rTokens as margin for futures and margin trading, or pledge them as collateral to borrow stablecoins. The same asset can support multiple portfolio strategies without requiring users to exit their positions.
The initial rollout supports 100 tokenized US equities spanning leading US-listed companies, including rAAPL, rAMZN, rMETA, rTSLA, rGOOGL, rNVDA, rMSFT, rQQQ, rSPY, rJPM, rWMT, rV, and rMSTR, among others. Eligible collateral receives discount rates of up to 95%, subject to asset-specific tiers and holding size. Borrowing rates remain market-based and update hourly according to supply and demand.
The Cross-Asset Unified Account builds on the rapid expansion of Bitget's tokenized equities ecosystem. Since the launch of the licensed RWA protocol Reality, rToken, the RWA asset issued by Reality, has surpassed $100 million in assets under management within its first month, while generating more than $671 million in cumulative trading volume. By bringing tokenized equities into the same capital framework as crypto assets, Bitget is extending their role beyond market access to capital deployment, allowing users to trade, borrow, and manage global assets more efficiently through a single account.
Bitget plans to continue expanding the range of assets supported within the Cross-Asset Unified Account as the Universal Exchange evolves to connect crypto and traditional financial markets through a single trading experience.
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About Bitget
Bitget is the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), serving over 125 million users and offering access to over 2M crypto tokens, 500+ tokenized stocks, ETFs, commodities, FX, and precious metals such as gold. The ecosystem is committed to helping users trade smarter with its AI agent, which co-pilots trade execution. Bitget is driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships such as MotoGP™. Aligned with its global impact strategy, Bitget has joined hands with UNICEF to support blockchain education for 1.1 million people by 2027. Bitget currently leads in the tokenized TradFi market, providing the industry's lowest fees and highest liquidity across 150 regions worldwide.
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Friday, 17 July 2026
MODON, NAMMOS LAUNCH LUXURY EGYPT DESTINATION
KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 (Bernama) -- Abu Dhabi-based Modon Holding and Nammos Hotels & Resorts have unveiled Nammos Ras El Hekma, the hospitality brand's first fully integrated destination in Egypt, as part of the US$35 billion Ras El Hekma masterplan on the country's North Coast. (US$1=RM4.07)
Located within the Wadi Yemm precinct, the development will comprise Nammos Residences, Nammos Resort, Nammos Village, and the Nammos Restaurant & Beach Club, alongside wellness, retail and leisure facilities designed to offer a Mediterranean-inspired lifestyle.
Nammos Residences will feature 72 apartments and a penthouse, while Nammos Resort will offer 79 hotel keys across five accommodation categories. Residents and visitors will have access to hospitality, wellness and recreational amenities within the emerging coastal city.
Modon Holding Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Bill O'Regan said Ras El Hekma is rapidly emerging as one of the Mediterranean's most ambitious destinations, adding that the project strengthens the company's vision of developing a year-round city offering world-class living, leisure and investment opportunities.
Meanwhile, Nammos Chairman, Petros Stathis said the launch marks a significant milestone in the brand's global expansion strategy, describing Egypt's North Coast as an ideal location to extend the Nammos brand.
Nammos Hotels & Resorts CEO, Carolyn Turnbull said the destination has been designed to seamlessly integrate hospitality, residences and lifestyle experiences while reflecting the energy and identity that have defined the Nammos brand for more than two decades.
Nammos Ras El Hekma forms part of the 170.8 million square metre Ras El Hekma masterplan, which is expected to attract US$110 billion in investment by 2045, according to a statement.
Wadi Yemm is the first of the development's 17 precincts to enter the delivery phase, with the wider project planned as a mixed-use city featuring residential, commercial, tourism and cultural districts supported by road, sea and air connectivity.
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Wednesday, 15 July 2026
HEALING MEETS HOSPITALITY COMES TO LIFE THROUGH DR WIRA & SISTER MANJA
KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) today introduced Dr Wira and Sister Manja, Malaysia Healthcare's healthcare-inspired interpretation of Wira and Manja, the official mascots of Visit Malaysia 2026. Developed in collaboration with Tourism Malaysia, the initiative extends the spirit of Visit Malaysia 2026 into Malaysia's medical tourism story, bringing Malaysia Healthcare's brand promise of Healing Meets Hospitality to life while supporting the Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism 2026 (MYMT2026).Originally introduced as the official mascots of Visit Malaysia 2026, Wira and Manja were inspired by the Malayan Sun Bear, one of Malaysia's most treasured native species. Beyond celebrating the country's rich biodiversity, the duo embodies the warmth, resilience, friendliness and welcoming spirit that define the Malaysian experience. These qualities have long shaped how visitors experience Malaysia as a tourism destination. Today, MHTC builds on that same foundation by translating these values into the healthcare journey, where patients are welcomed with world-class clinical expertise, compassionate care and genuine Malaysian hospitality.
Recognising the strong alignment between the values represented by Wira and Manja and the Malaysia Healthcare experience, MHTC has reimagined the beloved tourism mascots as Dr Wira and Sister Manja. Rather than creating new mascots, this healthcare-inspired interpretation extends the story of Visit Malaysia 2026 into medical tourism, illustrating how the same Malaysian hospitality that welcomes visitors also accompanies patients throughout their healthcare journey.
While portrayed as a doctor and a nurse, Dr Wira and Sister Manja do not represent individual professions. Instead, they symbolise the entire Malaysia Healthcare ecosystem, honouring the collective contributions of doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, researchers, therapists, patient coordinators, caregivers and hospital support teams who work seamlessly together to deliver safe, high-quality and patient-centred care. Together, they embody the values that define Malaysia Healthcare: world-class clinical excellence, compassionate care, multidisciplinary collaboration, innovation and genuine Malaysian hospitality.
Every patient's journey is unique, yet what many remember most extends beyond successful treatment. They remember the reassuring smile before a procedure, the doctor who patiently explained every step of their care, the nurse who offered comfort during recovery, the patient coordinator who continued to check on them after returning home, and the many healthcare professionals whose kindness made them feel at home while receiving treatment in Malaysia.
These moments of empathy, attentiveness and genuine care, demonstrated by healthcare professionals across the country, have become hallmarks of the Malaysia Healthcare experience. They reflect a culture where healing goes beyond medicine, creating an environment where patients feel respected, reassured and cared for throughout every stage of their journey.
"Wira and Manja have become familiar representatives of Malaysia's warmth and hospitality through Visit Malaysia 2026. By reimagining them as Dr Wira and Sister Manja, we are extending that same Malaysian spirit into healthcare, celebrating the people and values that have made Malaysia a preferred healthcare destination. They are not simply characters in medical uniforms, but a reflection of the compassion, professionalism and hospitality that patients experience throughout their healthcare journey,” said Dato’ Suriaghandi Suppiah, CEO of Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council.
With Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza serving as the official Malaysia Healthcare Brand Ambassador, the introduction of Dr Wira and Sister Manja further strengthens Malaysia Healthcare's brand narrative under the Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism 2026. While Dato' Sri Siti continues to champion Malaysia's healthcare excellence with her trusted voice, authenticity and influence, Dr Wira and Sister Manja complement that role by bringing the Healing Meets Hospitality promise to life through visual storytelling and meaningful public engagement. Together, they reinforce Malaysia Healthcare's commitment to delivering not only world-class treatment but also a healthcare experience defined by compassion, empathy and genuine Malaysian hospitality.
Dr Wira and Sister Manja will make their public debut at selected Malaysia Healthcare engagements throughout the Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism 2026. Members of the public can also meet the mascots at the MH Wellness Fair on 16 July 2026 at Taylor's University Lakeside Campus, where they will have the opportunity to participate in a lucky draw to win the exclusive Dr Wira and Sister Manja plushies as well as MHTC X Dato’ Sri Siti Nurhaliza’s exclusive postcard.
Because in Malaysia, healing begins with hospitality, and hospitality begins with people.
SOURCE: Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC)
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Toshiba Adds Four Digital Isolators For Industrial Use
KUALA LUMPUR, July 14 (Bernama) -- Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has expanded its DCL34xx0B series of quad-channel standard digital isolators for industrial equipment with four new products.
According to Toshiba in a statement, all products in the series deliver low current consumption, are housed in a compact SSOP16 package, and support mid-speed communications.
The new products, “DCL340L0B” and “DCL340H0B” are configured with four forward channels and zero reverse channels, while “DCL342L0B” and “DCL342H0B” are configured with two forward channels and two reverse channels.
The products use Toshiba's proprietary magnetic coupling isolation transmission technology to meet market requirements for high reliability and long service life. They also incorporate a new circuit technology that enables low power consumption while maintaining stable data transmission speeds of up to 25 megabits per second (Mbps).
In addition, the products are rated for an isolation voltage of 3,000Vrms (minimum) and operate over a temperature range of -40 to 125 degrees Celsius (°C) with a supply voltage range of 2.25 to 5.5 volts (V), contributing to stable equipment operation and low power consumption.
All DCL34xx0B Series products are suitable for input/output (I/O) interface applications requiring multi-channel configurations, enabling flexible product selection according to application requirements.
Toshiba will contribute to the realisation of carbon neutrality by continuing to expand its lineup of digital isolators for industrial and automotive equipment, broadening the channel count and package options, and pursuing performance improvements.
Along with photocouplers that provide optical isolation, Toshiba will provide a lineup of high‑quality isolation devices that support stable operation in communications and control systems requiring electrical isolation.
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Tuesday, 14 July 2026
XIONG’AN NEW AREA JOINS GLOBAL DIGITAL ECONOMY CITIES ALLIANCE
At the forum, Xiong'an New Area officially joined the Global Digital Economy Cities Alliance, successfully becoming part of the global digital economy collaborative development partnership network.
This move provides an international exchange platform for the New Area to participate in global digital governance, expand digital cooperation and enhance the international profile of the "Future City", according to a statement.
Two major regional collaborative development initiatives were officially launched at the forum. One aims to establish a Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei collaborative innovation demonstration zone for "AI + Manufacturing", jointly proposed by authorities from the three regions.
The second initiative seeks to integrate education, science, technology and talent development in digital intelligence between Xiong'an New Area and relocated Beijing universities, including Beijing Jiaotong University, the University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing Forestry University and China University of Geosciences (Beijing).
In addition, nine platform carriers under the Xiong'an New Area Digital Economy Innovation and Development Pilot Zone were awarded licences, covering satellite industrial parks, training bases and Zhongguancun Science Parks.
Concurrently, Xiong'an New Area also unveiled six major digital intelligence platforms and seven categories of independently developed digital intelligence products, showcasing the development of its digital economy.
The forum also featured Digital Intelligence Frontier sessions, keynote speeches and high-level dialogues. Domestic and international experts and scholars presented the latest developments in digital intelligence.
Going forward, Xiong'an New Area will use the forum to strengthen cooperation through the alliance platform, promote innovation and further develop its digital economy pilot zone.
-- BERNAMA
Friday, 10 July 2026
Liberty General Insurance Introduces PA Flex: Personal Accident Protection That Flexes With Your Life
KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- Life today looks very different from a decade ago. Malaysians are living more active lifestyles, travelling more frequently, balancing multiple responsibilities, and navigating an increasingly unpredictable environment. At the same time, rising living costs are prompting consumers to reassess their financial priorities and seek protection solutions that deliver greater value, flexibility, and relevance to their everyday lives.
Recognising the need for accessibility and adaptable protection, Liberty General Insurance Malaysia introduces PA Flex, a comprehensive personal accident solution designed to support the way Malaysians live today. Available through our 3 brands, Liberty Insurance, Kurnia Insurance, and AmAssurance, PA Flex provides flexible coverage options that empower customers to choose protection that aligns with their lifestyles, priorities and budgets.
Protection That Moves With You
Built around the belief that protection should evolve alongside changing lifestyles, PA Flex offers seven plans, enabling customers to select the level of coverage that best suits their needs and financial circumstances. From essential protection to more comprehensive coverage, customers can tailor a plan that provides meaningful value without paying for benefits they may not require.
PA Flex delivers 24/7 worldwide coverage and provides financial protection against a broad range of accidents and unforeseen events, giving customers greater confidence wherever life takes them.
Protection for What Matters Most
At its core, PA Flex provides protection against the financial impact of accidents through benefits such as Accidental Death and Permanent Disability coverage, helping individuals and families maintain greater financial security during unexpected situations.
The plan also includes coverage for accident-related medical expenses, daily hospital income benefits, compassionate care support, and cashless hospital admission and discharge, helping customers focus on recovery while reducing financial concerns during challenging times.
To further enhance personal security, PA Flex includes additional benefits such as protection against snatch theft, kidnapping, and personal liability, providing added reassurance in today's increasingly dynamic environment.
For Malaysians travelling during festive seasons or relying on public transport, PA Flex also provides double indemnity benefits for accidents occurring during Malaysian public holidays or while travelling as a passenger on public transport, offering enhanced protection when people are most likely to be on the move.
More Than Accident Protection
Beyond providing financial support following an accident, PA Flex is designed to help customers recover and regain stability during challenging times.
The plan also includes coverage for accident-related medical expenses, daily hospital income benefits, compassionate care support, and cashless hospital admission and discharge, helping customers focus on recovery while reducing financial concerns during challenging times.
Customers can also enjoy additional personal safety benefits, including protection against snatch theft, kidnapping, and personal liability, providing an added layer of security in an increasingly complex environment.
For Malaysians travelling during festive seasons or relying on public transport, PA Flex provides double indemnity benefits for accidents occurring during Malaysian public holidays or while travelling as a passenger on public transport, offering enhanced protection when people are most likely to be on the move.
Designed for Modern Lifestyles
As Malaysians increasingly embrace active and experience-driven lifestyles, PA Flex extends beyond conventional personal accident coverage to protect customers during everyday activities and recreational pursuits.
The plan provides protection against everyday risks such as food poisoning, drowning, insect and animal bites, and accidental suffocation caused by smoke, fumes or poisonous gases. It also covers a variety of lifestyle and leisure activities, including amateur sports, motorcycling, underwater activities and scuba diving up to 50 metres, winter sports, and hunting.
Recognising that risks can arise unexpectedly, PA Flex also includes protection against natural disasters, exposure to natural elements, unprovoked murder and assault, disappearance, strike, riot and civil commotion, hijacking, terrorism, and intoxication arising from prescribed medication.
Supporting Financial Resilience in an Uncertain World
As economic uncertainties and evolving lifestyles continue to reshape consumer needs, the role of personal accident protection remains as important as ever. Individuals are increasingly seeking solutions that provide practical financial support and peace of mind when unexpected events disrupt their daily lives.
PA Flex reflects Liberty's commitment to making protection more accessible, relevant, and responsive to the realities of modern living. By combining core personal accident protection, lifestyle-centric coverage, and flexible plan options, PA Flex empowers individuals to stay protected with confidence and focus on what matters most.
As life continues to evolve, protection should evolve with it. With PA Flex, Liberty Malaysia is helping Malaysians embrace every opportunity with greater confidence, knowing they have dependable protection for life's everyday moments and unexpected turns.
For more information about PA Flex and other Personal Accident insurance solutions from Liberty General Insurance, please visit www.libertyinsurance.com.my.
SOURCE: Liberty General Insurance Berhad
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GO Communications
Name: Ong Jiun Ee
Senior Brand Manager
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Email: jiunee@gocomm.com.my
Name: Adelle Lim
Senior Brand Manager
Tel: +6019 952 9209
Email: adellelim@gocomm.com.my
Liberty General Insurance Berhad
Name: Haliza Hisham
Vice President
Brand & Marketing
Tel: +603 2619 9971
Email: halizah@libertyinsurance.com.my
Name: Nur Qistina
Specialist
Brand & Marketing
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Email: nurqistina@libertyinsurance.com.my
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Wednesday, 8 July 2026
RECORD UNVEILS SHARIA-COMPLIANT INVESTMENT PLATFORM
KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Bernama) -- Record Asset Management GmbH (RAM), a subsidiary of London-listed Record Financial Group plc (Record), has launched Record Amanah, a platform offering Sharia-compliant investment solutions to institutional investors, as it expands its private markets business.
The platform, developed in partnership with London-based Islamic finance advisory firm Khalij Group, will initially focus on private markets and private equity investments structured in accordance with Sharia principles while maintaining Record's investment, risk management and governance standards, according to a statement.
Record chief executive officer (CEO), Jan Hendrik Witte said the platform builds on the group's experience in delivering Sharia-compliant investment solutions and strengthens its ability to serve institutional clients seeking private market opportunities.
Meanwhile, Khalij Group CEO, Asim Khan said the partnership combines Islamic finance principles with Record's institutional investment expertise and global reach to provide investors with access to Sharia-compliant private market investments.
The launch follows a series of Sharia-compliant transactions completed by Record, including its most recent deal for a client in Brunei, and comes amid growing demand from institutional investors for investments that combine risk-adjusted returns with Islamic finance principles.
Record said the initiative expands its private markets capabilities and supports its strategy of broadening its international client base, particularly in the Middle East and Southeast Asia, where demand for Sharia-compliant investment solutions continues to grow.
Record manages approximately US$115 billion in assets for institutional clients worldwide, including pension funds, foundations, sovereign institutions and asset managers. Headquartered in London, the group operates offices in Europe, the United States and Asia. (US$1=RM4.07)
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