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Octo Capital, Audrose Capital Partners, and Affiliates of Antarctica Capital Close Investment in DYCM Solar Modules Holdings

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Capital funds first solar module production facility and business expansion, with more than one gigawatt of annual FEOC-compliant capacity expected to be in place by year-end 2026 and more than 1.2 GW of orders already secure

LIVERMORE, Calif., Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DYCM Solar Modules Holdings, LLC (DYCM) announced a Q2 closing of an investment led by Octo Capital, Audrose Capital Partners, and affiliates of Antarctica Capital. The capital will fund the growth of the business, including the initial buildout of more than one gigawatt of annual U.S. solar module production capacity and additional vertical expansion across the company’s manufacturing operations. DYCM’s first HJT module line is expected to begin commercial shipments in the fourth quarter of 2026.

The new line marks DYCM’s entry into volume domestic module production and anchors a broader buildout strategy. The company said all of its production lines will be housed in DYCM’s new 150,000-square-foot California facility, built to meet rising demand for American-made solar modules.

DYCM is among the first U.S. silicon solar module manufacturers to meet Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) regulations, officially known as “Prohibited Foreign Entity” restrictions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, that govern eligibility for federal clean energy tax credits.

As policy increasingly conditions incentives on supply chains free of prohibited foreign ownership and control, FEOC compliance has become a central purchasing criterion for utility-scale and commercial solar module buyers. Moreover, DYCM modules could provide up to 50% toward the Domestic Cost Percentage, helping developers secure the 10% Domestic Content Bonus. DYCM modules are also estimated to comply with Build America, Buy America Act requirements. The investment positions DYCM to capitalize on domestic demand for non-FEOC modules, offering U.S.-made modules with full supply chain traceability.

“This investment lets us build at the scale our customers are asking for,” said Sriram Das, Chief Executive Officer of DYCM. “Our California facility will produce one gigawatt of FEOC-compliant annual module capacity, and with more than 1.2 gigawatts already under contract, the demand is here today. Octo, Audrose, and Antarctica understand that American solar manufacturing has to be rebuilt on supply chains the market can trust, and they are backing us to do exactly that.”

“Electricity demand, driven largely by the AI infrastructure buildout, is colliding with a structural shortage of domestic clean energy,” said Fred Bronstein of Octo Capital, a DYCM Board Member. “DYCM sits at the intersection of the energy transition, AI-driven demand, and a policy backdrop built to reward domestic manufacturing. We’re thrilled to have led the transaction, alongside our partners at Audrose and Antarctica.”

“Audrose invests at the intersection of consumer and infrastructure, and DYCM sits right in the center of that space,” said Justin Landau, Managing Partner of Audrose Capital Partners and a DYCM Board Member. “Power demand will continue to climb to support AI and the data economy, and the coming crossover of AI and robotics will only accelerate it. Domestic, FEOC-compliant solar manufacturing is exactly the kind of durable, demand-backed opportunity with asymmetry in the supply chain that we look for, and we are excited to help scale DYCM into the future.”

“Our experience investing across the U.S. digital infrastructure and clean energy generation sectors has led us to believe that a diversified physical power infrastructure and supply chains in the U.S. are foundational to continued economic growth and national security priorities, including AI-related developments,” said Philipp Klingelhofer of Antarctica Capital. “Along with our partners, we see an immediate opportunity to take advantage of state-of-the-art manufacturing and assembly technology as well as a highly supportive regulatory framework to establish a competitive domestic supply chain for solar modules in the U.S. We’re excited to partner with the DYCM management team to execute on this opportunity and appreciate the support of our partners at Octo and Audrose to bring this vision to life.”

As the California facility becomes operational and additional lines are developed, DYCM expects to scale capacity in step with its order pipeline.

About DYCM
DYCM Solar Modules Holdings is a U.S. solar manufacturer producing advanced solar modules. The company is building domestic production capacity to serve utility-scale, commercial, and distributed customers seeking American-made products with full supply chain transparency.

About Octo Capital
Octo Capital is an alternative investment firm built for special situations in real assets. The firm invests across the capital structure — common equity, preferred equity, and high-yield debt — and has a primary focus on residential, hospitality, alternative energy, and domestic manufacturing. Since inception, Octo has invested more than $250 million of equity on behalf of its principal accounts and joint venture partners. Octo was founded in 2020 by Fred Bronstein, a former Elliott Management investment professional. For more information, visit: www.octocapitalmgmt.com

About Audrose Capital Partners
Audrose Capital Partners is a leading investment firm that pursues opportunistic investments at the intersection of consumer and infrastructure. Audrose takes control, minority, and structured positions in operating businesses and partners with founders and management teams to build long-term value. The firm was founded in 2018 by Justin Landau, following more than a decade in private equity. Its first investment was El Car Wash, which Mr. Landau also built and led as co-founder and CEO, through its sale in 2022 and as Co-CEO through 2025. Audrose’s portfolio also includes Rotten Candy, a consumer products company, and DYCM Solar, a next-generation U.S. solar module manufacturer.

About Antarctica Capital
Antarctica Capital is a global investment firm headquartered in New York with over $10 billion in assets under management. Antarctica’s asset management, insurance and retirement solutions platforms are built for creating enduring value for the institutions, businesses, and communities it serves. Our asset management business is focused on generating attractive risk-adjusted investment returns throughout market cycles and the ever-changing financial market landscape. Our insurance and retirement solutions businesses provide financial security to retail and institutional clients through insurance, investment and retirement savings products. Antarctica’s long-term capital, in conjunction with its vertically integrated asset management and investment platforms, uniquely positions the firm to maximize long-term value for both investors and portfolio companies. For more information about Antarctica Capital, visit https://antarcticacapital.com. 

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Gabriella Font, DYCM, press@dycmsolarmodules.com

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iScreen Reaches No. 1 in Graphics & Design Across 94 Markets Following iOS 27 Update

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Extra-large widget experiences, iOS 27-inspired themes and new customization tools drive iScreen’s latest global growth

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — iScreen, a mobile customization app for iOS and Android, announced that it has reached No. 1 in the Graphics & Design category across 94 countries and regions following its latest iOS 27-focused update.

The update expands iScreen’s Home Screen customization experience with new extra-large widgets, iOS 27-inspired themes, layouts optimized for new screen proportions, and AI-assisted design tools.

Extra-Large Widgets

Built for the larger widget canvas available in iOS 27, iScreen’s new extra-large widgets go beyond simply scaling up existing formats. The collection includes Photo, Album, Music, Calendar, Interactive Refrigerator and Quick Launch widgets, among others. Users can also customize content, layouts and visual styles to create more functional and expressive Home Screen experiences.

iOS 27-Inspired Themes and iPhone Duo Theme Support

iScreen has introduced new iOS 27-inspired themes that combine coordinated wallpapers, transparent-style widgets, icons and other visual elements into complete Home Screen setups.

Selected themes have also been optimized for iPhone Duo’s screen proportions and display dimensions, with wallpapers, widgets and icons adjusted to better fit the new format while maintaining a cohesive visual experience.

AI-Assisted Home Screen Design

iScreen is also testing AI Home Screen Designer with a limited group of users. The feature generates coordinated design suggestions based on users’ preferences for style, color and visual elements, combining wallpapers, widgets and icons into a unified setup.

“The latest iOS update has opened up new possibilities for mobile personalization,” said the iScreen team. “We want to turn those capabilities into practical and creative experiences that make Home Screen design easier and more expressive.”

About iScreen

iScreen is a mobile customization app offering widgets, wallpapers, themes and Home Screen customization tools for iOS and Android devices. With more than 100 million users worldwide, iScreen has ranked No. 1 in Graphics & Design across 94 countries and regions and has been featured by Apple Editorial in 128 countries for five consecutive days.

Official Website: iScreen – Phone Style, iScreen it!
iOS Download: ‎‎iScreen – Widgets & Wallpaper App – App Store
Android Download: iScreen Google Play

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JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology Publishes 12-Month Outcomes from Field Medical’s First-in-Human Field PULSE Trial: 94.2% Per-Vein PVI Durability with Optimized Waveform

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Late-breaking HRX data advance Field Medical’s “instantaneous ablation” workflow and expand the clinical evidence for high-voltage focal PFA with the FieldForce™ PFA System

ATLANTA and CARLSBAD, Calif., Sept. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Field Medical, Inc., advancing high-voltage focal pulsed field ablation (PFA) for complex arrhythmias, today announced publication of 12-month results from the first-in-human Field PULSE trial in JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology. The findings were presented simultaneously as a Late-Breaking Clinical Trial at HRX Live 2026.

Field Medical developed the FieldForce™ PFA System around a high-voltage focal PFA architecture designed first for the ventricle, where depth, stability and control are among the most difficult challenges in ablation. Field PULSE extends that work into the atrium and evaluates a subsecond point-by-point workflow Field Medical terms “instantaneous ablation.” In this study, the approach was associated with procedural efficiency, durable pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) and flexibility beyond the pulmonary veins, without the need for prolonged catheter stability.

Key Findings:

Procedural efficiency with subsecond focal PFA: 13-minute median elapsed PVI ablation time, with a fastest time of 7.7 minutesDurable PVI with the optimized waveform: 94.2% per-vein durability reflecting progressive improvement with waveform evolutionFlexible focal ablation: 49% of patients received non-PV ablation for additional atrial targetsNo primary safety events were observed80% freedom from atrial arrhythmias at 12 months with the optimized waveform

“Field PULSE demonstrates the feasibility of truly instantaneous focal PFA,” said Vivek Reddy, M.D., co-principal investigator, lead author and electrophysiologist at Mount Sinai Health System. “Delivering the full application in less than 200 milliseconds reduces the need for prolonged catheter stability while preserving the flexibility of point-by-point ablation. The procedural efficiency, safety and pulmonary vein durability observed with the optimized waveform support continued clinical development of this approach.”

The publication builds on Field Medical’s peer-reviewed clinical work in ventricular tachycardia. Six-month outcomes from the company’s first-in-human VCAS trial were published in Circulation in 2025. Field PULSE now adds first-in-human, peer-reviewed atrial data evaluating the same high-voltage focal PFA architecture through a distinct focal workflow in a different cardiac substrate.

“We designed FieldForce to solve some of the hardest problems in focal cardiac ablation, beginning in the ventricle,” said Mark A. Turco, M.D., president and chief executive officer of Field Medical. “Field PULSE demonstrates that the same high-voltage focal PFA architecture can support an ‘instantaneous ablation’ workflow in the atrium. This growing body of evidence reinforces the range of the platform: depth and focal control in the ventricle, speed and precision in the atrium, and the versatility to address very different cardiac substrates through a familiar point-by-point approach. These results add important clinical evidence as we continue to advance our differentiated PFA platform.”

The study, “High-Voltage Focal PFA Catheter for ‘Instant’ Point-By-Point Ablation: The First-In-Human FIELD-PULSE Trial to Treat AF,” was published online in JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology concurrent with the HRX presentation. DOI: 10.1016/j.jacep.2026.09.001.

About Field Medical®, Inc.
Field Medical is a clinical-stage medical technology company committed to advancing pulsed field ablation (PFA) solutions for complex cardiac arrhythmias. The company was founded by Steven Mickelsen, M.D., CTO, a pioneer and global thought leader in PFA whose work has helped shape the evolution of the field. The FieldForce PFA System integrates a focal catheter design with proprietary FieldBending™ energy designed to safely deliver efficient, precise ablation with the goal of improving outcomes in ventricular and atrial arrhythmia treatment. In 2024, Field Medical earned Breakthrough Device Designation and gained entry into the FDA TAP Pilot Program for its ventricular tachycardia indication. In October 2025, the VCAS trial was published in Circulation.

For more information, visit fieldmedicalinc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.

The FieldForce™ PFA System is an investigational device and is limited by federal (or United States) law to investigational use.

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GameSir Announces Official Fortnite Mobile Controller Collection

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Officially Licensed Fortnite Edition Mobile Controllers Deliver Console-Level Precision and Premium Collectible Designs

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GameSir, a global leader in gaming peripherals, announced its collaboration with Fortnite, introducing an all-new collection of officially licensed mobile controllers that combine GameSir’s award-winning technology with one of the world’s most iconic games.

Launching with the GameSir G8 Plus Fortnite Edition and GameSir X5 Lite for XBOX Fortnite Edition, the collection is designed for mobile players who demand more from every match. Featuring premium controller technology that delivers console inspired performance, authentic Fortnite-inspired designs, and an in-game bonus item with every controller, the collection delivers an experience that extends well beyond the hardware.

Facilitated by IMG Licensing, the collaboration brings console-quality precision, comfort, and customization to mobile gaming—whether players are dropping into Battle Royale, Zero Build, Reload, or developer-made games.

“Fortnite has built one of the most passionate communities in gaming, and we’re honored to collaborate on products worthy of that community,” said Eric Bright, Vice President of Partnerships & Product Strategy, North America at GameSir. “Our goal wasn’t simply to build another controller. We wanted to create the ultimate Fortnite experience—from the premium hardware to the authentic character-inspired designs.”

“Fortnite continues to set the standard for how gaming brands connect with players through innovative products and meaningful experiences,” said Louie Sandoval, Vice President of Global Gaming at IMG Licensing. “GameSir has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality gaming peripherals, making them an outstanding partner for this collaboration. We’re excited to see Fortnite fans around the world experience this collection.”

GameSir G8 Plus – Fortnite Edition

The flagship controller for players seeking the ultimate competitive experience.

Drift-resistant Hall Effect sticks for lasting precisionMappable rear buttons for faster edits and personalized controlsConsole-inspired ergonomics for extended gaming sessionsMulti-platform compatibility across today’s leading gaming devicesFortnite-inspired artwork and premium collectible packagingFortnite digital in-game bonus item included with every controller. Depending on which controller, players will get the Bully Emote, Burpee Emote, Gun Show Emote,Page-Turner Emote, Go! Go! Go! Emote, or Harmony Emote with their purchase.

GameSir X5 Lite for XBOX – Fortnite Edition

Designed for Fortnite wherever life takes you.

Ultra-lightweight portable designResponsive wired performanceComfortable controls optimized for mobile gameplayFortnite-inspired stylingFortnite digital in-game bonus item included with every controller. Depending on which controller, players will get the Extra Cheese Glider, Storm Sigil Glider, Cerberus Glider, Snow Squall Glider, or On Your Mark… Emote with their purchase.

Choose Your Legend

Fortnite has always been about expressing your unique style. Whether it’s your outfit, your loadout, or your strategy, every player leaves their own mark on the Island.

The GameSir Fortnite Collection celebrates that individuality with collectible character-inspired editions built for every type of player. Whether you choose the flagship G8 Plus, the ultra-portable X5 Lite for XBOX, or your favorite Fortnite character edition, every controller delivers the premium performance GameSir is known for.

Coming Soon

The GameSir Fortnite Collection launches this fall through GameSir.com and select retail partners worldwide, including Amazon, Best Buy, AliExpress, TikTok Shop and Walmart.

Additional product details, pricing, launch timing, and the included digital in-game bonus will be announced soon.

Follow GameSir on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Discord, and Reddit for launch updates, creator reveals, livestreams, gameplay demonstrations, and community events.

Join the conversation using:

#PlayFortnite
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About GameSir

GameSir is one of the fastest-growing gaming peripheral brands in the world, delivering award-winning controllers and accessories designed for mobile, PC, console, and cloud gaming. Known for pioneering Hall Effect technology, innovative product design, and strategic collaborations with the world’s leading gaming and entertainment brands, GameSir creates premium hardware that helps players perform at their best while bringing their favorite gaming experiences to life.

Trusted by millions of players worldwide, GameSir partners with many of the world’s leading entertainment and gaming brands to create officially licensed products that blend iconic franchises with industry-leading hardware. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and accessibility, GameSir empowers players of every skill level to play with confidence—whether at home, on the go, or on the competitive stage.

To learn more, visit www.gamesir.com or follow GameSir on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Discord, and Reddit.

About IMG Licensing

IMG Licensing is the global leader in brand licensing, managing licensing programs for the world’s best-known brands and trademarks. With over 25 offices worldwide, IMG Licensing provides a unique one-stop-solution for innovative brand growth across a diverse portfolio of clients from business, entertainment, fashion, food, gaming and sports. IMG Licensing is part of WME Group, a global network of businesses that represent the world’s leading talent, intellectual property, and brands. For more information, visit imglicensing.com.

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