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TECO Debuts High-Payload Commercial UAV Powertrain Systems and Robotic Joint Modules in North America Expanding into North America’s UAV and Robotics Markets

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DETROIT, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TECO Electric & Machinery Co. (TWSE: 1504), together with U.S. subsidiary TECO-Westinghouse Motor Company, participate in XPONENTIAL 2026, North America’s premier exhibition for autonomous driving systems and unmanned technologies, held in Detroit, Michigan from May 12 to 14. At the exhibition, TECO unveiled a drone hairpin motor power system specifically designed for high-payload UAVs, along with its All-in-One robotic joint module, winner of the 2026 Taiwan Excellence Gold Award. Through these innovations, TECO is actively expanding into the rapidly growing commercial UAV and intelligent robotics markets. Leveraging the localized service capabilities of its subsidiary TECO-Westinghouse in Texas, the company provides customers with comprehensive end-to-end solutions and after-sales support.

TECO President Fei-Yuan Kao stated: “This North American debut not only showcases TECO’s advanced electromechanical integration capabilities, but also marks a key milestone in strengthening our strategic presence in the North American market. Our high-performance UAV hairpin powertrain  system and highly integrated robotic joint modules are designed to directly address the growing demand among North American customers for high-efficiency and highly reliable solutions across agriculture, logistics, automation, and related sectors. TECO aims to build strong partnerships with UAV manufacturers, Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) providers, and robotics developers in North America, further enhancing TECO’s leadership presence in the intelligent power systems market.”

High-Payload Drone Hairpin Power System Enhances Commercial UAV Performance

At the exhibition, TECO showcases a power solution designed for high-payload commercial drones ranging from 10 kg to 100 kg payload capacity. The system integrates the T Power Air 12.5kW hairpin motor and the T Power Air TE250 high-power electronic speed controller (ESC). TECO has successfully integrated mainstream EV hairpin technology into UAV powertrain systems, achieving a maximum thrust of 76.5 kilograms per shaft to deliver powerful performance for heavy-duty applications such as pesticide spraying and logistics transportation. Compared with conventional brushless DC motors (BLDC), the system significantly improves efficiency and extends drone flight time by approximately 20%, effectively addressing endurance limitations.

Specifically optimized for UAV propulsion, the system adopts a hairpin stator combined with a permanent magnet outer-rotor design utilizing a Halbach array configuration, increasing torque density by 25%. The motor achieves peak efficiency of up to 91.8%.

This technology has already been successfully adopted by existing agricultural drone customers, validating its outstanding performance in real-world applications. To further penetrate the North American market, TECO is actively advancing product validation efforts and expects to obtain Green UAS certification by the end of 2026 to meet the stringent requirements of North America’s high-specification UAV supply chain. In response to the rapid growth of the medium-sized logistics drone market, TECO is also developing a low-rare-earth version of its hairpin motor, demonstrating both flexible market strategy and strong technical reserves.

Award-Winning All-in-One Joint Module Powers the Future of Intelligent Robotics

Also featured at XPONENTIAL 2026 is TECO’s All-in-One robotic joint module system, winner of the 2026 Taiwan Excellence Gold Award. Integrating key components including brushless DC motors, planetary gear reducers, encoders, and sensors, the module delivers high reliability, precision motion control, and exceptional environmental adaptability. The solution is suitable for a wide range of intelligent mobility applications, including robotic arms, quadruped robots, and humanoid robots. The product highlights TECO’s advanced R&D achievements in high-precision electromechanical integration and intelligent control technologies, while reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to smart automation and next-generation electromechanical applications.

70 Years of Electromechanical Innovation Powering a Smarter Future

By more than 70 years of electromechanical expertise, TECO continues to strengthen its core capabilities in intelligent power systems and electromechanical integration while expanding into smart mobility, smart manufacturing, and new energy applications. Through its North American debut at XPONENTIAL 2026, TECO not only demonstrates its R&D achievements and comprehensive product portfolio across both UAV and robotics technologies, but also further deepens its North American market presence through TECO-Westinghouse’s localized service advantages. Looking ahead, TECO will continue integrating global resources and expanding international partnerships, striving to become a key driving force behind the future of intelligent applications worldwide.

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LEAP Group Relaunches HumanView, a Growth Intelligence System Built to Explain Why Customers Behave the Way They Do

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Reimagined from the ground up, HumanView pairs statistical modeling with expert analysts to turn millions of real-world customer signals into business decisions

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LEAP Group today announced the relaunch of HumanView, its growth intelligence service. The new version has been rebuilt from the ground up and now has a dedicated home at leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

HumanView analyzes what customers say and do across social platforms, e-commerce sites, review platforms, search behavior and user-generated content, including signals from Reddit, TikTok, YouTube, Meta, Amazon and Walmart+ that general AI tools cannot always access. Because the data reflects unprompted, real-world behavior, it avoids the response bias built into surveys and focus groups.

The service works in three layers. HumanView captures signals at scale, decodes millions of records through validated statistical models such as regression, correlation and clustering, and then relies on experienced analysts to interpret the patterns. Clients receive clear, human-validated insights instead of another dashboard.

“Machines find the patterns. Humans find the point,” said Alan Gilleo, CEO at LEAP Group. “The first version of HumanView showed us how much customers reveal when nobody is asking them questions. This version is built to explain why they act the way they do, and to put those answers in front of everyone making decisions, from product to service to marketing.”

HumanView focuses on three areas:

Growth Intelligence: customer motivations and how people perceive a brand and its competitors

Market and Category Intelligence: product pain points, service friction, unmet needs and competitive gaps

Audience Intelligence: new segments, positioning opportunities and gaps in the market

Every model is designed and validated by data scientists and benchmarked before it informs a recommendation.

To learn more about HumanView, visit leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

About LEAP Group
LEAP Group is a boutique marketing agency holding company with offices in Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Chicago. Guided by the belief that brands should “Market Less. Matter More.,” LEAP gives clients access to specialized experts across its entire network. Learn more at leapgroupnetwork.com.

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

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TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CSE: ADX) (“Advantex”), a leader in the merchant cash advance and loyalty marketing products for merchants, today announced the completion of a $250,000 secured debt financing. Advantex issued a $250,000 non-convertible debenture which bears an interest rate at 12% per annum and matures December 15, 2027. The proceeds raised from this issuance of the Debenture will be used for working capital purposes.

Advantex has also extended the maturity of its existing $700,000 in 12% secured debentures from October 10, 2026 to December 15, 2027.

About Advantex Marketing International Inc.

Advantex provides working capital to merchants. Advantex also provides specialized marketing programs that enable members of Aeroplan to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants.

Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX. For more information go to Advantex’s profile on www.sedar.com

Forward-Looking Information

This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the future business and operations of Advantex. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The business and operations of Advantex described herein is dependent on a number of factors and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ material include, but are not limited to, changes in Advantex’s economic and competitive conditions including but not limited to the industry sectors in which Advantex operates.

The statements in this news release are made of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements are made based on management’s beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date the statements are made and Advantex undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by applicable law.

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