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DFW’s First Combination Claw and Flat Play Arcade Opens at Firewheel Town Center

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GARLAND, Texas, Aug. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Side Quest Arcades proudly announces the grand opening of DFW’s first-ever combination claw machine and flat play arcade, located at Firewheel Town Center in Garland, Texas. As the largest flat play arcade in the area, Side Quest Arcades boasts approximately 200 games, including the world’s largest production pinball machine. The arcade features a wide variety of games, from modern hits to timeless classics, all within a technology-infused venue that is the first of its kind in the DFW area.

Game On: Play All Day Each machine is set to free mode, and for a flat rate of just $10, guests can enjoy unlimited gaming all day long, making it an affordable outing for families, friends, and solo gamers alike. Side Quest Arcades sets a new standard in arcade entertainment with its extensive selection of modern and classic games. Highlights include the world’s largest production pinball machine and modern crowd-pleasers like Mario Kart and Star Wars. The arcade seamlessly blends nostalgia with cutting-edge technology, featuring everything from classics like Pac-Man to modern games with full motion and the latest high-tech features.

“We wanted to create a space where everyone, from seasoned gamers to families looking for an affordable fun day out, can come relax and enjoy themselves without worrying about the cost,” said Seth Kirkpatrick, Co-founder of Side Quest Arcades. “With our flat rate play pass, that allows all day unlimited gaming for only $10 dollars, we believe we’ve achieved that goal.”

Claw Machine Excitement: A Unique Offering In addition to the flat play arcade, Side Quest Arcades features an array of claw machines filled with exciting prizes. “We felt that the ability to win prizes was something missing from the flat play model,” said Micah Kirkpatrick, Co-founder of Side Quest Arcades. “They add an element of thrill and excitement that complements the arcade experience perfectly.” With tokens Guests can try their luck at winning a variety of prizes. While playing the claw machines is entirely optional, it adds a fun, competitive edge for those who still want the chance to win something special.

Snack Attack: A Culinary Adventure Adding to the entertainment is Side Quest Arcades’ snack bar, a culinary destination in its own right. The snack bar offers a wide array of alcoholic beverages and an eclectic mix of treats from around the world, ensuring that visitors stay energized throughout their gaming marathon. The star attraction is the “Bucket of Glizzies,” a shareable take on hot dogs that has quickly become a fan favorite. Guests can also indulge in a variety of international snacks, including Japanese and Mexican candy, European chocolate, chips, and more. This unique culinary offering enhances the arcade experience, providing a taste adventure that complements the gaming thrills.

“Our snack bar is designed to be as exciting as our games,” said Micah Kirkpatrick, Co-Founder of Side Quest Arcades. “We wanted to offer something different and fun, and the feedback so far has been fantastic. The Bucket of Glizzies has been a huge hit!”

Location and Hours Conveniently located at 430 Winecup Way, Garland, TX, Side Quest Arcades is easily accessible and poised to become a top entertainment destination in the region. The arcade operates Monday through Thursday from 10 AM to 10 PM, Friday and Saturday from 10 AM to midnight, and Sunday from 11 AM to 9 PM, offering ample opportunities for visitors to enjoy its extensive offerings.

Plan Your Visit For more information about Side Quest Arcades, including details on special events and promotions, visit sidequestarcade.com or follow them on social media. Get ready to embark on an exciting gaming adventure where the fun never ends, and the snacks are just as thrilling as the games.

Contact: Side Quest Arcades
430 Winecup Way, Garland, TX 75040
Phone: (972) 496-5567
Email: sidequestarcades@gmail.com
Website: sidequestarcade.com

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Hexagon Composites ASA: Eirik Løhre appointed permanent CFO

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OSLO, Norway, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Reference is made to the stock exchange announcement dated 11 November 2025, where Eirik Løhre was appointed interim CFO in Hexagon Composites.

The Company is pleased to inform that Eirik Løhre has been appointed permanently to the role of CFO in Hexagon Composites, effective today.

Eirik Løhre has been with the Company since 2021 and prior to his role as interim CFO, he served as EVP Corporate Development on the Executive Team.  

“Eirik has demonstrated strong financial leadership and execution, and he has been instrumental in strengthening our financial performance. I look forward to continuing our work together to develop and position Hexagon in this next phase of growth,” said Philipp Schramm, CEO, Hexagon Composites. 

For more information:
Berit-Cathrin Høyvik, Senior Director, Communications, Hexagon Composites
Tel: +47 988 92 161, berit-cathrin.hoyvik@hexagongroup.com

About Hexagon Composites ASA
Hexagon delivers safe and innovative solutions for a cleaner energy future. Our solutions enable storage, transportation and conversion to clean energy in a wide range of mobility and industrial applications. Learn more at www.hexagongroup.com and follow @HexagonASA on LinkedIn.

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LONGPORT Whale Enters Malaysian Market with Next Generation Trading Infrastructure for Local Brokerages

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LONGPORT Whale, with proven track record across 100+ institutional clients in Asia, makes its Malaysia debut at Bursa Malaysia Stockbroking Trade Fair 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LONGPORT Whale, a provider of AI-Ready securities trading infrastructure, is making its entry into the Malaysian market at the Bursa Malaysia Stockbroking Trade Fair 2026. The move comes as Malaysia’s Capital Market Masterplan 2026–2030 (CMP4) continues to hone in on local brokerages to modernise core systems, balancing investor experience, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience simultaneously.

Malaysian brokerages are increasingly confronted by a challenge that goes beyond front-end upgrades. Legacy architectures struggle to keep pace with digital-native investor expectations, rising cybersecurity standards, and the demand for multi-market expansion simultaneously. For many such brokerages, the question is no longer whether to modernize, but how to do so without adding complexity or disrupting the business continuity that clients depend on.

Zhong Hua, CEO, LONGPORT Whale, said, “Core trading infrastructure must support continuous evolution — in investor experience, compliance, and AI readiness — without adding unnecessary complexity. The brokerages that lead the next decade won’t be the ones with the best system today; they’ll be the ones whose systems are designed to keep getting better. LONGPORT Whale aims to bring its Asia-proven experience to help Malaysian brokers strike that balance.”

Built on a cloud-native microservices architecture and trusted by more than 100 institutional clients in Asia, Whale’s platform is engineered by industry professionals and refined through years of first-hand operational experience. For the Malaysian market, it addresses four priorities: a best-in-class trading experience validated across competitive, highly regulated markets in Asia; system resilience and performance built for institutional scale, with high system performance and output, real time risk management, and low system latency; global market connectivity spanning Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong SAR, US, and Japan without requiring system rebuilds; and an API-first, data-unified architecture that gives brokerages a practical foundation for AI adoption.

Hong Kong SAR and Singapore, where Whale serves online brokers, traditional banking firms, banks and wealth management institutes in a stringent regulatory environment, serve as the primary reference market for its Malaysia expansion. The company said it aims to work with local industry participants as both an infrastructure partner and a contributor to broader conversation on responsible modernization under CMP4.

About LONGPORT Whale

LONGPORT Whale provides integrated securities trading infrastructure to brokers, banks, fund houses, wealth managers, and family offices across Asia. Its cloud-native platform supports multi-market, multi-asset trading across front-, middle-, and back-office workflows, with a deployment model designed for regulatory alignment and long-term scalability. Website: www.longportwhale.com

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Thunes and Vodacom Tanzania Unite to Power Cross-Border M-Pesa Payments Across China and Uganda

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Collaboration revolutionises trade & financial convenience for Tanzanian merchants and consumers

SINGAPORE, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, has joined forces with Vodacom Tanzania, the country’s leading telco company, to transform cross-border trade and digital financial inclusion with Vodacom’s new M-Pesa Global Payment solution. Thanks to the collaboration, Vodacom customers in Tanzania can now seamlessly pay merchants in Uganda and China directly from their mobile phones.

This milestone solution responds to growing demand from Tanzanian traders who engage in commerce with Ugandan and Chinese markets but often face challenges with costly, slow, and insecure payment methods. With this innovation, leveraging the Thunes Direct Global Network, Vodacom aims to bridge those gaps, offering secure, real-time digital payments across borders and reinforcing its leadership in mobile money innovation in Africa.

The solution supports trade with two key markets for Tanzania. For eight consecutive years, China has been Tanzania’s largest trading partner, with bilateral trade hitting $8.8 billion in 2024. In the same year, bilateral trade between Tanzania and Uganda reached approximately $2.23 billion, an increase of 64% on the previous year.

Epimack Mbeteni, M-Pesa Director at Vodacom Tanzania said: “This is more than just a payment feature, it is a catalyst for economic empowerment and a gateway for small and medium businesses and entrepreneurs in Tanzania to compete and thrive in regional and global markets. Through Thunes’ expansive and trusted Network we are enabling seamless, secure, and affordable cross-border payments that empower people, fuel trade and place M-Pesa at the center of Africa’s digital commerce future.”

Through Thunes’ Direct Global Network, customers can now send payments to merchants in Uganda using MTN MoMo and to Chinese merchants through the Alipay network, all through the M-Pesa USSD menu or the M-Pesa Super App. The process is secure, user-friendly, and eliminates the burden of traditional banking barriers for everyday traders and businesses.

Dawei Wang, SVP Network at Thunes, added: “Vodacom Tanzania joining the Thunes Direct Global Network to digitise cross-border payments is a game changer for local businesses. By combining Vodacom’s technology with Thunes’ trusted and proprietary Network, Tanzanian customers can pay partners in China and Uganda in real time. This innovation accelerates interoperability along with international trade and business growth and supports our vision of connecting the next billion end users to the global economy.”

This initiative stands as a strategic enabler for consumers and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) who need reliable and quick financial tools such as mobile money. A 2025 GeoPoll survey on Tanzania Financial Services and Usage found that 94% of the survey’s respondents use mobile money.

The Thunes and Vodacom Tanzania alliance is set to transform the lives of millions of consumers by dismantling cross-border barriers. By hyper-connecting Tanzania to global powerhouses like China and streamlining intra-African trade, the collaboration is helping to build an inclusive economy and grow Tanzania’s role as a force in the global market.

About Vodacom Tanzania

For more information, visit: https://www.vodacom.co.tz/

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For more information, visit: https://www.thunes.com/

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