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PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN AND BEIN SPORTS COME TOGETHER TO BRING LIVE LIGUE 1 MATCHES IN VR TO US FANS, AVAILABLE ON XTADIUM

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PARIS, Feb. 4, 2025 /CNW/ — Paris Saint-Germain continues to innovate, offering its fans increasingly cutting-edge experiences. The Club is proud to announce the launch of an exclusive immersive room on Xtadium, the leading platform for immersive sports experiences, in partnership with beIN SPORTS, the official broadcaster of Ligue 1 in the U.S. Available exclusively in the U.S. for this initial pilot, the initiative brings PSG matches to life in virtual reality, offering fans a revolutionary way to experience live soccer, amplified further by beIN SPORTS in North America.

 

Paris Saint-Germain and BeIN SPORTS bring Live PSG games in VR to Xtadium

With this launch, PSG becomes the first European club to introduce such a feature, reinforcing its status as the club of the new generation.

For the first time ever, PSG fans can watch three live matches from the club’s 2024/25 Ligue 1 season in VR, experiencing the action as if they were sitting pitch-side at the Parc des Princes. This unique experience puts supporters at the heart of the game, allowing them to feel every moment from an entirely new perspective.

Three Live Matches Up Close to the Action:

February 7, 2025: Paris Saint-Germain vs. Monaco
March 16, 2025: Paris Saint-Germain vs. Marseille
May 17, 2025: Paris Saint-Germain vs. Auxerre (the final Ligue 1 match of the season)

Beyond live matches, the immersive room will also feature 2D highlights of PSG’s home games, allowing fans to relive key moments. Exclusive behind-the-scenes content, including training sessions, celebrations, and interviews, will be added soon, offering an unprecedented look at the club’s inner workings and a deeper connection to the players.

Jerry Newman, Chief Innovation and Digital Officer, Paris Saint-Germain, said: “Innovation is at the core of Paris Saint-Germain’s DNA, and we are proud to be the first European club to offer this immersive experience, delivering live Ligue 1 matches in VR to our U.S. fanbase. This collaboration with Xtadium and beIN SPORTS allows us to bring our US fans closer to the excitement of PSG’s biggest matches.”

Antonio Briceno, Managing Director, U.S. & Canada beIN SPORTS, said: “As the official broadcaster of Ligue 1 in the U.S. and Canada, we are thrilled to partner with Paris Saint-Germain and Xtadium on this first-of-its-kind project. beIN is a long-standing advocate of French football and we are very proud to be curating these broadcasts, bringing a unique experience for first-timers and existing fans of Ligue 1. The experience will be fully immersive, bringing pitch-side action with seamless experience – further cementing beIN’s commitment to innovation and exploring new opportunities for world-class coverage in North America.”

Héctor Prieto, CEO, Xtadium said: “We are incredibly excited to partner with such a great soccer team to bring this new room to life. Our goal is to create a space where fans can immerse themselves in the world of soccer, experiencing the thrill and passion of the game in a whole new way.”

The new room will be available to all Xtadium users starting today. Fans are encouraged to download the app for Meta Quest headsets and enjoy top-tier soccer.

About Xtadium

Xtadium is a cutting-edge platform dedicated to delivering immersive sports experiences to fans. Through innovative technology and strategic partnerships, Xtadium offers unparalleled access to live games, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes footage, bringing fans closer to the action than ever before.

Media Contact: Valeria Gómez Giraldo, Head of User Growth, Xtadium. valeria@ybvr.com

About beIN SPORTS North America

beIN SPORTS offers viewers world-class sports content and entertainment across multiple platforms including TV channels beIN SPORTS and beIN SPORTS en Español, live streaming on beIN SPORTS CONNECT and free channels, beIN SPORTS XTRA and beIN SPORTS XTRA en Español. A cornerstone of beIN SPORTS is its unrivaled live soccer coverage, which includes live matches from Ligue 1, Ligue 2, Copa Libertadores, Copa Sudamericana, Recopa Sudamericana, Turkish Süper Lig, Africa Cup of Nations, CAF Confederation Cup, CAF Champions League and International Friendlies as well as news of all the top leagues from around the world. In addition to soccer, beIN SPORTS serves as a haven for fans of padel, wrestling, mixed martial arts (MMA), skiing, motorsports, and basketball, among others. beIN SPORTS is part of beIN MEDIA GROUP, the leading independent global media group and one of the foremost sports & entertainment networks in the world, delivering world-class productions and content across 5 continents, 40 countries and in 9 different languages spanning Europe, Asia, Australasia and the Middle East & North Africa (MENA).

Media Contact : communications@bein.com, beIN MEDIA GROUP

About Paris Saint-Germain

Founded in 1970, Paris Saint-Germain is France’s most successful club and a major force in European football. Since Qatar Sports Investments (QSI) took over in 2011, PSG has become a multi-sport institution, excelling in men’s and women’s football, handball, judo, and esports. In 2022, U.S.-based Arctos Partners joined the Club’s ownership to support its long-term growth strategy. With over 220 million fans across social media, Paris Saint-Germain is a cultural icon at the intersection of sports, fashion, and entertainment. Its partnerships with global brands like Jordan and the inauguration of the Paris Saint-Germain Campus in 2024 showcase its commitment to innovation and influence beyond football. Dedicated to social responsibility, the Club supports underprivileged youth through its PSG for Communities program, implementing impactful initiatives in education, sports, and inclusion.

Media Contact: Communication Paris Saint-Germain communicationpsg@psg.fr

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Hexagon Interim Report 1 January – 31 March 2026

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STOCKHOLM, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ —

First quarter 2026

Continuing operations

Operating net sales of 963.8 (961.5) resulting in organic growth of 8%Net sales including acquired deferred revenue amounted to 963.6 MEUR (961.5)Adjusted gross earnings of 606.3 (619.1) resulting in a 62.9% (64.4) gross marginAdjusted operating earnings (EBIT1) of 251.3 MEUR (248.7) resulting in a 26.1% (25.9) EBIT1 marginAdjusted earnings per share of 6.7 Euro cent (6.5)Earnings per share of 58.4 Euro cent (5.0)Cash conversion of 77% (60)Recurring revenue of 289.9 MEUR (308.0), 6% organic growthOctave reported operating net sales of 327.2 MEUR (361.3) and adjusted operating margin of 25.2% (26.6)Adjusted earnings per share including discontinued operations of 9.1 (9.4)Earnings per share including discontinued operations of 59.9 Euro cent (7.0)

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Dragonpass Empowers Financial Institutions with End-to-End Loyalty Solutions at Money20/20 Asia

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BANGKOK, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dragonpass, a leading global travel and lifestyle platform, participated in Money20/20 Asia, showcasing its customer loyalty solutions for banks, payment providers, credit card issuers, and fintech companies across APAC and globally.

As one of the most influential fintech events worldwide, Money20/20 Asia gathers decision-makers across the financial ecosystem. At the event, Dragonpass demonstrated how financial institutions can enhance customer engagement and build long-term loyalty through integrated travel and lifestyle experiences.

Established in 2005, Dragonpass has evolved from a lounge provider into a loyalty solutions partner, serving more than 800 global clients and over 40 million members worldwide.

At the core of Dragonpass is a business structure that combines global supply aggregation, a technology-enabled engagement platform, and consumer-facing lifestyle services — providing a one-stop solution across the customer lifecycle.

Leveraging data-driven insights, Dragonpass enables partners to design and optimise loyalty programs, incorporating customer segmentation and tiered incentive structures, alongside curated campaigns and entitlement configuration — driving more effective customer activation, engagement, and retention.

Its offering includes a broad portfolio of travel and lifestyle benefits such as airport lounge access, fast-track, dining, airport transfers, and lifestyle experiences. These are supported by flexible delivery models, including API integration, white-label solutions, and ready-to-deploy digital platforms, enabling seamless integration into clients’ customer journeys.

As customer expectations evolve, the industry is shifting from standardized benefits to more personalized, experience-led loyalty models. Insights from Dragonpass’s Loyalty Index show that customers increasingly value trust, rewards, simplicity, recognition, and exclusivity, with preferences varying across markets.

“Financial institutions today are looking for more effective ways to engage customers beyond traditional rewards,” said Jane Zhu, Co-founder and CEO of Dragonpass. “User engagement is at the core of loyalty, and technology — especially AI — plays a key role in enabling deeper and more relevant customer connections.”

Dragonpass works with leading global brands including Mastercard, Visa, HSBC, and Revolut, supporting them deliver differentiated value propositions and enhance customer engagement through scalable, customizable solutions.

Through its participation at Money20/20 Asia, Dragonpass aims to strengthen its presence in the APAC market and build strategic partnerships with organizations seeking to elevate their customer engagement strategies.

About Dragonpass

Dragonpass is a global travel and lifestyle platform providing premium airport and travel experiences across 140+ countries. By integrating global supply and technology, Dragonpass enables partners to deliver seamless, personalized experiences and drive customer loyalty.

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Email: brandmarketing@dragonpass.com
Website: www.dragonpass.com

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SBI Life Insurance registers New Business Premium of ₹42,551 crores for the year ended on 31st March, 2026

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MUMBAI, India, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SBI Life Insurance, one of the leading life insurers in the country registered a New Business Premium of ₹42,551 crores for the year ended on 31st March, 2026 vis-a-vis ₹35,577 crores for the year ended 31st March, 2025. Single premium has increased by 28% over the year ended on 31st March, 2025.

Establishing a clear focus on protection, SBI Life’s protection new business premium stood at ₹4,622 crores for the year ended 31st March, 2026, marking a growth of 13%. Protection Individual new business premium registered a growth of 23% and stood at ₹973 crores for the year ended 31st March, 2026. Individual New Business Premium stands at ₹29,783 crores with 13% growth over the year ended on 31st March, 2025.

SBI Life’s profit after tax stands at ₹2,470 crores for the year ended 31st March, 2026 with a growth of 2% over the year ended on 31st March, 2025.

The company’s solvency ratio continues to remain robust at 1.90 as on 31st March, 2026 as against the regulatory requirement of 1.50.

SBI Life’s AUM also continued to grow at 9% to ₹4,87,163 crores as on 31st March, 2026 from ₹4,48,039 crores as on 31st March, 2025, with the debt-equity mix of 62:38. 94% of the debt investments are in AAA and Sovereign instruments.

The company has a diversified distribution network of 3,58,506 trained insurance professionals and wide presence with 1,230 offices across the country, comprising of strong bancassurance channel, agency channel and others comprising of corporate agents, brokers, Point of Sale Persons (POS), insurance marketing firms, web aggregators and direct business.

Performance for the year ended March 31, 2026

Private Market leadership in Individual New Business Premium and Individual Rated Premium with market share of 25.5% & 22.9% respectively.Annualized Premium Equivalent (APE) stands at ₹ 24,266 crores with growth of 13%Individual New Business Sum Assured stands at ₹ 4,46,337 crores with 61% growthImprovement in 13M & 49M persistency by 53 bps & 107 bps respectivelyValue of New Business (VoNB) stands at ₹ 6,667 crores with growth of 12%VoNB Margin stands at 27.5%Indian Embedded value (IEV) stands at ₹ 80,791 crores with 15% growthProfit After Tax (PAT) stands at ₹ 2,470 crores with 2% growthOperating Return on Embedded Value stands at 19.7% Assets under Management stands at ₹ 4,87,163 crores with 9% growthRobust Solvency ratio of 1.90

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