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X Square Robot Demonstrates Embodied AI in Real-World Logistics Operations

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In a livestream on X and YouTube, the company’s embodied AI model and self-developed High-Performance 6-Axis Robot Arm autonomously identified, picked, reoriented, and fed highly variable parcels into a live sorting workflow, achieving 1,816 parcels per hour with over 98% accuracy.

SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — X Square Robot, an embodied AI company building general-purpose robots and foundation models for real-world environments, has demonstrated a system that automates one of the hardest front-end jobs in logistics: moving parcels from the messy piles left by truck unloading onto the sorting line. In a livestream on X and YouTube on August 12, the company’s proprietary WALL-B AI foundation model worked with its self-developed High-Performance 6-Axis Robot Arm to identify, pick, organize, and feed parcels one by one onto a conveyor for scanning and automated sorting.

Parcel induction is a highly labor-intensive “3D” task — dull, dirty, and dangerous, with operators facing high labor demand, turnover, and challenges in staffing night shifts and seasonal peaks. As labor costs rise, automation that can operate continuously offers a potential path to improving productivity and ROI.

This is the step where lab demos usually fall short. A parcel pile changes with every pick. Boxes and soft packages overlap, labels point the wrong way, and the best grasping surface is often buried. At the unloading dock, that messiness makes parcel induction a bottleneck for throughput and one of the most labor-intensive stages of sorting.

“The question in logistics automation is not whether a robot can make one clean pick,” said Wang Qian, Founder and CEO of X Square Robot. “It is whether it keeps making good decisions as the pile changes, recovers when something goes wrong, and keeps the rest of the operation moving. We designed the automation around the work itself, not around an idealized environment.”

At the core of this capability is X Square Robot’s proprietary embodied AI foundation model, WALL-B. In the live demonstration, the model showed how this learned understanding translates into real-time action: assessing each parcel and its surroundings, determining how it should be handled, and adapting the manipulation strategy as conditions change. Rather than relying on manually programmed rules for every parcel type, WALL-B enables the robot to respond to unexpected situations in the physical world — as demonstrated when its 6-axis arm dynamically intervened to rescue a misrouted parcel.

Turning these decisions into physical action is the High-Performance 6-Axis Robot Arm. Its multi-angle range of motion allows the system to approach packages from different directions to pick, flip, flatten and reposition them. Before a parcel reaches the conveyor, the arm can turn labels toward the scanner, smooth soft packaging and square up boxes. These may seem like small adjustments, but they can improve barcode scanning and reduce the returns and manual handling caused by poorly positioned packages.

Rather than asking one robot to perform every task, X Square Robot takes a purpose-built approach, designing the system around the specific demands of parcel induction. The result is a focused combination of speed, accuracy, and cost, matching the hardware and AI to the workflow rather than forcing the workflow to fit the robot.

For X Square Robot, the demonstration is ultimately about more than moving parcels. It reflects the company’s broader vision for embodied intelligence: making AI practical in the real world and enabling robots to perceive, reason, and act in complex physical environments.

About X Square Robot

X Square Robot develops general-purpose embodied intelligence robots with high-precision manipulation capabilities. The company is building foundation models for the physical world, integrating models, robotic hardware and scalable, model-driven high-quality data pipeline system. Its robots are designed to perceive, reason and act across long-horizon tasks in home and everyday environments, research and education, logistics and warehousing, and industrial operations.

For more information, visit https://x2robot.com/.

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Live Summer Out Loud: How Huawei’s Ecosystem Powers Every Summer Adventure

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From festivals to cycling holidays to running, the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Series and a growing ecosystem of dedicated apps are helping sport lovers make the most of summer

LONDON, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — This summer, Huawei is helping sport lovers get more out of every outdoor moment. Pairing the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Series with an ecosystem of apps built for specific activities, Huawei brings hardware and software together to support festivals, cycling, running and more, whatever shape summer movement takes.

Festival Season Without the Bulk

Long days, late nights and packed schedules define summer festival season, but many festival goers would rather leave behind their wallet, and even their phone. With smartwatch payments powered by Curve Pay, users can pay for drinks, food and merchandise directly from their wrist. The experience works across both Android and iOS devices, so users are never limited by the phone they carry.

Eyes on the Road, Route on Your Wrist

Cycling holidays and scenic routes are a summer staple, yet many riders still rely on a phone mounted to the handlebars for directions. Paired with Naviki, the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Series brings navigation to the wrist, letting cyclists follow a route with a glance instead of a glance away from the road. Komoot extends this further, helping hikers, runners and cyclists discover, follow and share their routes with confidence, so they can focus on the adventure ahead.

Every Runner, Every Goal

Summer is also when many people lace up more often, whether that means a first jog around the block or a structured plan ahead of race day. Huawei’s ecosystem is built to meet runners at whatever stage they are in.

For performance focused runners, Intervals.icu and RacePace bring precision to training. Both connect through the HUAWEI Health app on the paired phone, syncing pace, heart rate and sleep data captured on the watch. Intervals.icu focuses on insights, helping runners track and improve every workout, while RacePace is built around race strategy, from pacing to finish time prediction.

For runners still building consistency, Kotcha and URUNN offer a more guided path. Kotcha brings coaching to the wrist, turning elite training methods into video guidance and personalised drills, while URUNN builds a personalised training plan around each runner’s own pace and goals, with guidance from elite-level coaches.

Underneath every level of running sit the fundamentals. FIIT, with more than 60 million workouts completed on the platform, rounds out the picture with guided workouts and daily motivation that help runners build the strength and consistency that supports better running overall.

More Ways to Play and Stay Connected

Summer is a social season, and Huawei’s ecosystem reflects that too. Padel continues to grow in popularity across Europe, yet keeping score mid-match often means pausing play or reaching for a phone. Padel Point addresses this directly through its wearable app: players tap through each point straight from the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Series, while the watch manages advantage, tie-breaks and the set count automatically, keeping the game moving without interruption.

A Growing Ecosystem, Open to New Partners

The apps behind this summer’s experiences are part of a wider story: Huawei’s ecosystem continues to grow, and Huawei continues to invite new partners to build on it. For developers and sports brands, the path to collaboration is straightforward, whether through Health Kit integration or native app development for HUAWEI AppGallery, with the tools, APIs and go-to-market support to bring compelling wearable experiences to market. On top of this, purchasing a HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Series includes one month of Health+ benefits, while the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Pro comes with three months, alongside access to Huawei MultiPass and exclusive benefits from partners such as Komoot, Naviki, URUNN and FIIT.

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TISE Reports H1 2026 Listing Results; Sets Records for Total Number and Value of Listings

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GUERNSEY, Channel Islands, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The International Stock Exchange (TISE), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Miami International Holdings, Inc. (MIAX) (NYSE: MIAX), today announced that it listed 442 new securities during the first six months of 2026.

This brings the total number of listings to a record 4,861 securities on TISE’s Official List at 30 June 2026, an increase of 6.6% YoY. The total market value of listed securities reached a record £813 billion at 30 June 2026, an increase of 4.7% YoY.

“Following a milestone year for the exchange in 2025, I am pleased to see continued growth in the total number and value of listings on TISE in the first half of 2026,” said Cees Vermaas, Chief Executive Officer of TISE. “Although global macro-economic conditions have generated uncertainty across international bond markets over the past six months, our robust performance confirms TISE’s position as a leading European bond listing venue.”

Additional H1 2026 Highlights

The total number of private equity debt securities listed on TISE reached 2,090 at 30 June 2026. There were 159 new private equity debt securities listed on TISE during H1 2026.The total number of high yield bonds listed on TISE reached 565 at 30 June 2026 with 72 new high yield bonds listed during H1 2026, an increase of 9.1% YoY.The total number of securitisation bonds on TISE’s Official List reached 650 at 30 June 2026 with 56 new securitisations listed during H1 2026.TISE listed 125 securities in June 2026, an increase of 47.1% YoY.The total number of securities admitted under TISE’s Equity Listing Rules for Specialist Companies reached 27 at 30 June 2026.The total number of UK REITs listed reached 41 at 30 June 2026, with TISE retaining its position as the largest market for listed UK REITs.At 30 June 2026, TISE issuers were domiciled in 39 different territories globally, with UK-domiciled issuers representing the largest source of new listings at 43.4%, 32.4% from European Union domiciled issuers; and 5.9% securities listed by U.S. domiciled issuers during H1 2026.

About TISE
TISE provides financial markets and securities services to companies globally. TISE’s Qualified Investor Bond Market (QIBM) is a leading market in Europe for listing high yield bonds, structured finance products and securitization transactions. TISE lists a pool of investment funds, UK REITs and hosts a sustainable finance segment, TISE Sustainable. TISE is headquartered in Guernsey, Channel Islands. To learn more about TISE, visit www.tisegroup.com.

About MIAX
Miami International Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: MIAX) is a technology-driven leader in building and operating regulated financial markets across multiple asset classes and geographies. MIAX operates eight exchanges across options, futures, equities and international markets including MIAX® Options, MIAX Pearl®, MIAX Emerald®, MIAX Sapphire®, MIAX Pearl Equities™, MIAX Futures®, The Bermuda Stock Exchange (BSX) and The International Stock Exchange (TISE). MIAX also owns Dorman Trading, a full-service Futures Commission Merchant and Notice Registered Broker-Dealer with the National Futures Association for purposes of facilitating transactions of security futures. To learn more about MIAX, please visit www.miaxglobal.com.

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How Can Integrated Rural Healthcare Rebuild Communities Facing Severe Addiction Crises? “All Access hosted by Andy Garcia” Examines Ramey-Estep Homes, Inc

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An upcoming Public Television feature explores how merging primary medical services with long-term behavioral healthcare creates sustainable recovery frameworks in Appalachian regions.

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Filming on August 14, 2026, a new segment of “All Access hosted by Andy Garcia” highlights how comprehensive healthcare infrastructure is transforming rural recovery. Ramey-Estep Homes, Inc, operating as Ramey-Estep/Re-group, will showcase its evolution into a fully integrated healthcare organization in Eastern Kentucky. The educational feature focuses on moving away from episodic crisis management toward long-term, family-centered support models that unite mental health services, substance use treatment, social supports, and primary medical care under one unified system.

The program highlights how collecting diverse behavioral health data across rural populations drives better patient outcomes. By tracking long-term recovery metrics, family stability indicators, and community reintegration, Ramey-Estep/Re-group demonstrates why treating physical and mental health together is essential for underserved areas. Viewers will gain valuable insight into how accessible, community-based clinical networks reduce the strain on regional health systems while helping individuals rebuild their lives and support their families.

“No single organization can address the complex healthcare challenges facing rural Kentucky alone. Meaningful progress happens when healthcare providers, schools, social service agencies, civic leaders, and community partners work together around the needs of individuals and families. By combining integrated clinical care with strong local partnerships, we can reduce barriers, improve continuity, and build a more sustainable framework for recovery and healing.”

— Ginny Anderson, Chief Executive Officer, Ramey-Estep/Re-group

Rural healthcare infrastructure faces immense pressure due to geographical isolation, severe workforce shortages, and fragmented treatment delivery. When behavioral health services operate in isolation from primary medical care, individuals experiencing complex co-occurring conditions often fall through administrative gaps. Establishing comprehensive care networks that offer immediate access regardless of entry point helps eliminate long-standing healthcare barriers. By bringing crisis response, social supports, and medical treatment under a single umbrella, rural communities can shift from temporary emergency interventions to sustainable, continuous care models that address underlying trauma and improve overall population health.

Ramey-Estep/Re-group’s integrated model is further strengthened by close collaboration with community partners across Kentucky. Working alongside healthcare systems, schools, treatment providers, social service organizations, and civic leaders, creates a more connected network of care tailored to each individual’s unique needs. This network helps ensure individuals and families receive a full range of support, while improving continuity, reducing barriers, and supporting the best possible outcomes for long-term recovery and community stability. By aligning integrated care with strong community collaboration, Ramey-Estep/Re-group helps build healthier individuals, stronger families, and more resilient communities across Kentucky.

About “All Access hosted by Andy Garcia”: “All Access hosted by Andy Garcia” is an award-winning educational series distributed to Public Television stations nationwide. The short-form documentary program highlights groundbreaking organizations, industry innovations, and cultural trends shaping the modern world, offering viewers insightful perspectives on technology, health, and industry. To learn more about the series, visit allaccessptv.com.

About Ramey-Estep Homes Inc.: Ramey-Estep Homes Inc, operating as Ramey-Estep/Re-group, is an integrated healthcare organization providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment, social and recovery supports, crisis response, and primary medical care in North Central and Northeastern Kentucky. Through family-centered programs and community partnerships, the organization delivers whole-person care designed to foster long-term healing and stability. To learn more about their services, visit www.rameyestep.com.

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