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Island Kitty Co. Launches the First Sustainable, Clumping Coconut-Based Cat Litter, Redefining a $4.4B Category

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A category-disrupting alternative that outperforms clay – lighter, cleaner, and more accessible for all cat owners.

ENCINITAS, Calif., June 8, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Island Kitty Co. today announced the official launch of its patent-pending CocoCloud™ litter, the first sustainable, clumping coconut-based cat litter. A true performance upgrade to a $4.4 billion U.S. category that, until now, has largely been stuck in the past.

Island Kitty Co. was built on the belief that cat owners shouldn’t have to choose between what works and what’s right,” said Kate Nelson, Co-Founder of Island Kitty Co. “We didn’t set out to make a better eco product. We set out to make a better product, period.”

Despite rapid growth in pet ownership and premium pet products, 81% of the cat litter market is still dominated by heavy, non-renewable clay, a product that is strip-mined, difficult to handle, and environmentally damaging. Island Kitty Co. enters the market not as a niche eco alternative, but as a category-defining innovation designed to replace clay entirely.

Powered by its proprietary CocoCloud™ formula, Island Kitty Co. delivers measurable performance advantages over traditional litter, including:

6.8x more absorbent than clay10.3x lighter (just ~2.5 lbs vs. 30–40 lb clay bags)2.5x better odor controlFully flushable, dust-free, and biodegradable100% cat acceptance rate in testing

The result is a product that is not only more sustainable, but also objectively superior across the five core attributes cat owners care about most: weight, cleanliness, odor control, flushability, and environmental impact.

Beyond performance, Island Kitty Co. addresses a major but often overlooked usability issue in the category: weight and accessibility. Traditional litter bags can weigh up to 40 pounds, creating a real barrier for older adults, smaller individuals, and anyone with physical limitations.

By contrast, Island Kitty Co.’s lightweight formula makes litter easier to carry, pour, and maintain, expanding usability for a broader demographic, including elderly cat owners and those seeking a more manageable, everyday solution.

“Island Kitty Co. was built on the belief that cat owners shouldn’t have to choose between what works and what’s right,” said Kate Nelson, Co-Founder of Island Kitty Co. “We didn’t set out to make a better eco product. We set out to make a better product, period. CocoCloud™ is lighter, cleaner, and performs at a level clay simply can’t match.”

Early testing has reinforced both performance and adoption, a critical barrier in the alternative litter category.

“This was the first alternative litter that our cats not only accepted but immediately loved.” — April, Beta Tester

“My dumbass cat pooped all over my floor out of rebellion for weeks once I ran out of Island Kitty Co.” – Oliver, Beta Tester

This level of acceptance is a key differentiator in a category where many alternatives have struggled to gain traction due to rejection by cats.

Island Kitty Co. also enters the market at a time when consumer behavior is shifting rapidly. Millennials and Gen Z now account for the majority of premium pet purchases, with 73% of consumers willing to pay more for sustainable products – yet the litter aisle has remained largely stagnant.

With strong performance metrics, a compelling sustainability story, and a brand built for modern pet owners, Island Kitty Co. is positioned to lead the next evolution of the category. The product will be available for purchase beginning May 2026 via direct-to-consumer channels, including a subscription offering, with retail expansion planned.

About Island Kitty Co.

Island Kitty Co. exists because cat litter is kind of a disaster. Clay is heavy, dusty, strip-mined, and somehow still bad at controlling smell… so we made something better. CocoCloud™ is the first clumping, coconut-based litter, made from renewable materials and built to outperform clay across the board. Built for today’s cat owners, it’s lighter, cleaner, fully flushable, and designed to reimagine one of the least-loved parts of pet ownership. Most importantly, cats actually use it. No protests, no side-eye, no surprise “gifts” on your floor.

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Kate Nelson, Island Kitty Co, 1 4153006337, kate@islandkitty.com, https://islandkitty.com

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Supporting Our Business Partners: Plotio’s Approach to Financial Education, Service and International Engagement

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TAIPEI, July 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In the financial industry, “partnership” is one of the easiest words to say but one of the hardest commitments to uphold. Plotio works with business partners on the basis of long-term, transparent cooperation. Over sixteen years of operation, the Group has focused on consistent service and clear communication with its partners.

As the global financial landscape continues to evolve, many focus on moving faster. Plotio has chosen instead to master one thing thoroughly, consistently, and transparently. Over time, this commitment has earned the group a strong reputation. Sixteen years of operating experience in international markets have become the foundation for even stronger long-term support for business partners around the world. Through financial education, professional services, and global engagement, Plotio has consistently grown alongside its partners.

Building Strong Partner Trust Through Objective Knowledge and Corporate Credibility

Within the financial industry, reputation and professional expertise remain the foundation of successful cooperation. Plotio has received a number of industry awards from financial media over the years.

Education remains Plotio’s strongest professional support. Over the years, the group has invested heavily in investor education, delivering more than 2,000 financial education seminars annually while developing an effective approach to explaining complex financial concepts clearly. Covering market fundamentals, risk awareness, and analytical frameworks through a structured learning process, these educational programs are delivered in local languages and supported by market-relevant examples.

All seminars and educational courses are intended solely for financial education purposes. Likewise, the Plotio App provides market information and learning resources to support partners’ ongoing learning.

Cross-Border Support in a Shared Time Zone

Headquartered in one of Asia’s leading financial centers, Plotio operates within a similar time zone and market rhythm as many of its Asia-Pacific partners. This provides practical advantages through faster information sharing and smoother communication across borders.

Recognizing differences in language and culture across markets, Plotio provides localized multilingual financial information while respecting the unique characteristics of each region, ensuring content remains relevant to local partners.

Beyond daily business support, Plotio also extends seasonal greetings during traditional festivals, reflecting genuine care through interactions and long-term commitment.

Operational Support: A Structured Foundation for Long-Term Partnerships

Strong partnerships require reliable support systems. Plotio provides partners with a comprehensive operational framework, including dedicated account teams, clearly defined partnership policies, and regular communication and training programs.

Rather than pursuing rapid expansion, Plotio focuses its resources on creating an environment where partners can operate with confidence—supported by consistent service, fair mechanisms, and commitments that are honored.

Leveraging International Sports Partnerships to Share a Global Perspective

The world of sport and the financial markets share the same principles: discipline, focus, and long-term dedication. Plotio continues to participate in international sporting partnerships, including international billiards championships, WTT World Table Tennis events, the Macau Grand Prix, and international football competitions.

For partners, these events represent more than sponsorship visibility—they offer opportunities to attend in person, connect with industry peers, and engage directly with Plotio’s global team, allowing partnerships to deepen through genuine face-to-face interaction.

Looking Ahead: Moving Forward Together Through Knowledge and Shared Vision

Looking ahead, Plotio will continue supporting partner growth through an increasingly diverse range of initiatives.

In addition to professional content and ongoing business support, the group will create more opportunities for collaboration through offline networking events, international visits, and higher-quality engagement platforms that encourage dialogue, relationship building, and cooperation.

For Plotio, supporting partners is about more than providing resources—it is about helping partners broaden their perspectives, deepen mutual trust, and move forward steadily together in an ever-changing market environment.

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This content is provided for reference only and does not constitute investment advice. The educational resources, market information, brand promotion materials, and related activities provided by Plotio and its partners are intended solely to help partners enhance their professional knowledge and market communication capabilities.

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Milken Institute Unveils Details for 2026 Asia Summit, Calls for Smart Leadership in an AI-Driven World

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Returning for its 13th edition, this year’s Asia Summit puts the spotlight on artificial intelligence with public sessions and private roundtables tailored to the topic

SINGAPORE, July 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Amid escalating global geopolitical tensions and the rapid advancement of technology, the Milken Institute announces the return of its Milken Institute Asia Summit. The Milken Institute Asia Summit is an annual convening that gathers over 1,500 C-suite executives, business leaders, global investors, policymakers, philanthropists, and innovators to address critical issues affecting the Asia-Pacific region. The 2026 Asia Summit will take place October 7–9 at the Four Seasons Hotel Singapore.

Under the theme Leading with Intelligence, the three-day Summit underscores the need to integrate technology into the decision-making process for leaders at the dawn of an AI-driven era. Featuring around 80 keynote plenaries, panel discussions, and private roundtables, the Summit will bring together decision-makers across business, finance, philanthropy, health, and technology to exchange ideas and forge partnerships that mobilize capital, accelerate innovation, and drive long-term progress. All public panel discussions will be broadcast live on the Milken Institute’s website.

This year’s program features a prestigious lineup of C-suite leaders, policymakers, and global investors, including:

Jane Sun, CEO, Trip.com GroupJenny Johnson, CEO, Franklin TempletonHanno Kirner, CEO, DysonRay Dalio, founder, Bridgewater AssociatesToto Wolff, team principal, Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 TeamRohit Sipahimalani, chief investment officer, Temasek.

“At a time when countries and industries are navigating intensifying competition in critical technologies, capital, and talent, under the backdrop of economic uncertainty, it is more important than ever to have trusted platforms where leaders can engage in open and constructive dialogue,” said Laura Deal Lacey, executive vice president of International at the Milken Institute. “The Asia Summit provides an open platform for leaders across sectors to exchange perspectives, bridge differences, and build the partnerships needed to translate ideas into investment, innovation, and solutions that advance long-term prosperity across the region.”

Building on extensive discussions at this year’s Global Conference on how AI is reshaping capital formation, infrastructure, and public policy, this year’s Asia Summit will have a particular focus on AI, with dedicated programming on Friday focused on the investment, infrastructure, and policy decisions shaping its next phase. Bringing together investors, technology builders, corporate leaders, and policymakers, the discussions will focus on where capital is being deployed, how AI business models are evolving, and the broader implications of AI for capital markets, productivity, and long-term economic growth.

“From China’s increased efforts to advance global AI governance and international cooperation, Japan’s renewed investment strategy toward AI and semiconductors, and South Korea’s ambitious investments in memory chips and AI data centers, Asia is rapidly emerging as a global engine of technological innovation, capital formation, and industrial transformation,” said Kevin Lu, PhD, chair of Asia at the Milken Institute. “These developments are reshaping the global economy, with consequential impact on decision-making by institutional investors and corporate leaders alike, and reinforcing Asia’s role in defining the next generation of growth. We look forward to convening our global network in Singapore to examine these shifts, foster new partnerships, and help shape the investment and policy decisions that will define the region’s next chapter of growth.”

For information about the 2026 Milken Institute Asia Summit in Singapore, please visit www.milkeninstitute.org/events/asia-summit-2026. For sponsorships, partnership engagements, and program collaborations, please email asia@milkeninstitute.org. For media inquiries, please reach out to Yeen Chong at ychong@milkeninstitute.org.

About the Milken Institute
The Milken Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank focused on accelerating measurable progress on the path to a meaningful life. With a focus on financial, physical, mental, and environmental health, we bring together the best ideas and innovative resourcing to develop blueprints for tackling some of our most critical global issues through the lens of what’s pressing now and what’s coming next. For more information, visit www.milkeninstitute.org.

About the Milken Institute Asia Summit
The Milken Institute Asia Summit brings the ambitious spirit of the Milken Institute’s flagship Global Conference to Singapore. The Asia Summit brings together over 1,500 CEOs, senior government officials, high-level finance executives, institutional investors, and philanthropists from around the world to address challenges and propose workable solutions. For more information, visit: https://milkeninstitute.org/events/asia-summit-2026

About Milken Institute International
Milken Institute International connects global markets through regional convenings and research to drive locally grounded, globally informed solutions. For more information, visit www.milkeninstitute.org/international.

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Eaton collaborates with Kose Engineering to support growing demand for IEC-compliant power infrastructure in Japan

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Collaboration expands local assembly capabilities for xEnergy low-voltage switchgear as data center and semiconductor investments accelerate

TOKYO, July 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced a collaboration with Kose Engineering (Kose), appointing the company as an authorized xEnergy panel builder in Japan. Under the agreement, Kose will assemble Eaton’s xEnergy low-voltage switchgear systems in Japan as part of Eaton’s licensed panel builder program.

Eaton’s xEnergy is a modular low-voltage switchgear platform designed in accordance with International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards, delivering flexibility, reliability, and scalability for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications. It is particularly well suited for mission-critical environments, including data centers and advanced manufacturing.

Headquartered in Okayama Prefecture, Kose provides electrical engineering and power system solutions for industrial and commercial customers. The company leverages advanced 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD), software development, and precision sheet metal fabrication to manufacture high-quality switchboards, control panels, and specialized cleanroom equipment.

Over the next three years, Eaton and Kose aim to expand the deployment of xEnergy solutions across Japan’s growing data center and semiconductor markets, where demand for reliable and scalable power distribution infrastructure continues to increase. Eaton will also support Kose’s development as a licensed panel builder, enabling the company to independently provide quotations, technical expertise and project support to customers.

“Japan is entering a new phase of investment in digital infrastructure and advanced manufacturing, particularly in data center and semiconductor sectors,” said Dingsong Shi, Business Development Director, Power Distribution Channels, Electrical Sector, East Asia, Eaton. “As demand for IEC-compliant power distribution systems continues to grow, strengthening a robust local ecosystem is essential to support project execution. Kose brings strong technical expertise and a clear commitment to advancing its capabilities, making it a valuable participant in Eaton’s licensed panel builder program as we expand our presence in these key growth segments.”

“We are honored to collaborate with Eaton and join the xEnergy Panel Builder Program,” said Minoru Hasuoka, President of Kose. “By leveraging Eaton’s advanced technologies and expertise in international standards such as IEC, we look forward to contributing to the development of low-voltage power distribution systems in Japan. Together, we will help bridge Japan’s manufacturing excellence with global standards and support the advancement of sustainable, next-generation power infrastructure.”

About Kose Engineering

Kose Engineering (Kose) is a Japanese manufacturer specializing in the design, production, sales, and refurbishment of high- and low-voltage power distribution equipment, control panels, and distribution boards. Since its establishment in 1991, the company has delivered power distribution systems for critical infrastructure, industrial facilities, and large-scale power applications in Japan and overseas.

As the core company of the KOSEC Group, Kose provides integrated capabilities spanning design, sheet metal fabrication, coating, and assembly, supported by a design center in Vietnam that utilizes advanced 3D design technologies. The group also supports the growing data center sector and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation power infrastructure through innovative manufacturing and engineering solutions.

About Eaton

Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. We make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial and institutional, machine building, residential, aerospace and mobility markets. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges and building a more sustainable society for people today and generations to come.   

Founded in 1911, Eaton has continuously evolved to meet the changing and expanding needs of our stakeholders. With revenues of $27.4 billion in 2025, the company serves customers in 180 countries. Eaton entered the Asia-Pacific market during the 1970s and has grown significantly since then. Eaton moved its Asia-Pacific headquarters from Hong Kong to Shanghai in 2004. Today, Eaton has nearly 19,000 employees and 34 manufacturing facilities in the Asia-Pacific region. 

For more information, visit https://www.eaton.com/jp/ja-jp.html. Follow us on LinkedIn.

 

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