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SHINE Expands Global Footprint with UAE Distribution Partnership For Cancer-Fighting Isotopes

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Strategic agreement with Modawina Medical Company strengthens SHINE’s presence in EMEA region and advances access to Ilumira, n.c.a. lutetium 177

JANESVILLE, Wis., April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SHINE Technologies, LLC, a nuclear fusion company with a platform of medical isotope products, today announced a strategic distribution partnership with Modawina Medical Company to bring Ilumira, SHINE’s non-carrier-added lutetium-177 (n.c.a. Lu-177), to patients in the United Arab Emirates. This first-of-its-kind agreement for SHINE in the UAE extends the company’s global reach and reinforces its position as a key supplier of cancer-fighting isotopes across the EMEA region.

MMC will distribute Ilumira to its network of radiopharmaceutical manufacturers and nuclear medicine centers in the UAE.

Strategic partnership to serve Middle East patients

Modawina Medical Company (MMC) is dedicated to equipping healthcare providers across the UAE with advanced medical technologies. Through this long-term agreement, MMC will distribute Ilumira to its extensive network of radiopharmaceutical manufacturers and nuclear medicine centers in the UAE, increasing access to this important cancer-fighting isotope.

“We’re proud to partner with SHINE to bring its high-quality Ilumira to healthcare providers throughout the UAE,” said Ahmed Aboufaroukh, Founder and CEO of MMC. “Our mission has always been to provide cutting-edge medical solutions to the region, and this partnership allows us to address the growing demand for targeted radiotherapies that can transform cancer care.”

Supporting global growth in precision medicine

SHINE produces Ilumira at its Cassiopeia facility in Janesville, Wisconsin, one of the highest-capacity Lu-177 production sites in North America. With the ability to support up to 100,000 doses annually, SHINE’s proprietary production process ensures a reliable, high-quality supply of this important isotope, crucial given its 6.7-day half-life and need for rapid distribution.

This agreement marks another step in SHINE’s mission to make advanced cancer care accessible to more patients around the world. As SHINE continues to expand its global network, strategic partnerships like this one will play a vital role in strengthening the supply chain for medical isotopes and supporting the future of targeted radiopharmaceutical therapies.

“The Middle East represents an exciting growth region for advanced cancer therapies, and we’re proud to help lead that growth,” said Greg Piefer, Founder and CEO of SHINE. “What’s most exciting about expanding into the UAE with MMC, a partner with deep relationships with healthcare providers across the region, is the opportunity to deliver breakthrough cancer treatments for patients who may not have had access before.”

Ilumira is a critical medical isotope used in targeted cancer therapies that precisely delivers radiation to cancer cells while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue. These therapies are gaining global momentum and offer powerful new options for patients with limited alternatives. Recently, the FDA expanded the approved indications for Lu-177-based radiopharmaceuticals in treating metastatic prostate cancer.

About SHINE

Headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin, SHINE is an industry leader in next-generation fusion, developing innovative fusion-based technology that combines safety, cost-efficiency and environmental responsibility.

SHINE has successfully commercialized fusion across multiple applications, including neutron testing markets such as neutron radiography, radiation-effects testing and fusion material research. It has commercialized and is scaling its proprietary medical isotope production processes, supplying high-quality radioisotopes essential for procedures including diagnosing heart disease and cancer as well as cancer therapy.

Beyond these applications, SHINE is pioneering nuclear waste recycling to make nuclear energy more sustainable. Its long-term purpose is to change the way humans make energy by commercializing fusion energy. Unlike other fusion companies, SHINE takes a commercially driven path mirroring successful deep-tech industries. Through this visionary approach, SHINE is advancing technology, healthcare, and sustainable energy, making a lasting impact across multiple sectors. Learn more at www.shinefusion.com

About Modawina Medical Company

Modawina Medical Company (MMC) was established in 2010 to meet the growing demands of healthcare services in the United Arab Emirates. As a trusted partner of leading global medical equipment manufacturers, MMC provides premium healthcare solutions with exceptional after-sales service. The company’s comprehensive product portfolio includes advanced equipment for Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Surgical Instruments, Medical Oncology, Laboratory and Physiotherapy used in hospitals throughout the region.

A private enterprise dedicated to serving healthcare providers across the Middle East, MMC is committed to supplying superior equipment while maintaining the highest standards of patient care. The company continuously expands its product offerings to fulfill market demands, ensuring healthcare facilities have access to the best-known brands in the medical field. Through its commitment to quality and service excellence, MMC continues to support the advancement of healthcare delivery throughout the UAE and beyond. Learn more at https://modawinamedical.com/

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Melody Party Offers Over 20,000 Songs and Adds More Than a Thousand New Tracks Monthly, Enhancing Its Online Karaoke Experience

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SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Melody Party is a music social app featuring a variety of activities, including Mic Grab, Artist Mafia, and Singing Battle. Through its online karaoke feature, SING A SONG, the app brings the traditional karaoke experience online, removing time and location constraints and offering a music experience that combines real-time singing with social interaction.

SING A SONG features an extensive library of more than 20,000 songs, with over a thousand new songs added every month. Its diverse selection includes popular K-pop tracks, classic Korean songs, and karaoke favorites. The feature offers a free-use model, allowing users to start singing their chosen songs without paying a separate fee. This helps reduce the time and cost associated with visiting traditional coin-operated karaoke venues, making it easier to enjoy singing as part of everyday life.

In terms of functionality, SING A SONG supports pitch adjustment and independent volume controls for vocals and accompaniment, allowing users to customize their singing experience according to their preferences. Users can also create online karaoke rooms, invite friends to sing together in real time, and enjoy voice chat and social interaction.

By continuously expanding its song library and offering diverse music-based interactive experiences, Melody Party continues to strengthen its music ecosystem. Through SING A SONG, the platform aims to create an accessible, highly interactive online music social space.

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Drawing new strength from 20-year legacy, IAACA calls on global counterparts to join annual conference to fortify integrity

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MARRAKECH, Morocco, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The International Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (IAACA), an independent and non-political anti-corruption organisation with over 190 member anti-corruption authorities (ACAs) worldwide, will co-host IAACA Annual Conference 2026 in Marrakech, Morocco next month together with the Independent Commission Against Corruption of Hong Kong, China (ICAC) and the National Authority for Probity, Prevention and Fight Against Corruption of Morocco (INPPLC) to chart a path for the global graft fight and explore cutting-edge approaches to tackle emerging corruption challenges.

Themed “Building on 20 Years of Legacy: Drawing Strength from the Past, Guarding Global Integrity for the Future”, the international event will not only mark the 20th anniversary of the IAACA, but also provide a dynamic forum for IAACA members to exchange insights and enhance co-operation.

Calling on international counterparts to participate in the conference scheduled for November 25, IAACA President Mr Woo Ying-ming, who also serves as ICAC Commissioner, said that “As the IAACA marks its 20th anniversary, the conference will bring together global anti-corruption community at a pivotal moment for collective action. I anticipate that the valuable insights and new approaches generated through the international synergy will chart a resilient strategic path for us to navigate integrity risks and draw strength from our shared legacy to guard global integrity for generations to come.”

During the conference, renowned international experts from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Basel Institute on Governance, the International Anti-Corruption Academy, and global anti-corruption and law enforcement agencies and institutions will shed light on harnessing artificial intelligence in the fight against corruption, safeguarding integrity within global climate and biodiversity frameworks and analysing global corruption measurement and systemic effectiveness.

Following the conference, the ICAC, the INPPLC, the IAACA and the UNODC will co-organise a training seminar on leveraging AI in combating corruption.

While the ICAC and INPPLC will share how AI and new technology can reshape the future of anti-graft enforcement and corruption prevention, the UNODC will provide a global perspective on using AI models in financial crime investigations and addressing the operational relevance, legal robustness and adaptability across jurisdictions.

For details of the conference and training, please visit:
https://www.icac.org.hk/icac/iaaca-morocco-2026/index.html

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Viettel moves 100 million subscribers to home-grown cloud-native charging in three months – with zero downtime

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HANOI, Vietnam, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Viettel High Technology Industries Corporation (Viettel High Tech), part of Viettel Group, has migrated more than 100 million subscribers and some 5,000 tariff plans at Viettel, Vietnam’s largest mobile operator, to vOCS 4.0, its in-house cloud-native charging system. The three-month cutover ran on a live national network with no service disruption.

Replacing a charging system is one of the riskiest projects an operator can undertake, which is why many stick with legacy platforms. Viettel High Tech reduced the risk through real-time data synchronization, parallel running and a phased cutover, with instant rollback at every stage.

The project won the Telecom Review Excellence Awards 2026 prize for Best Technology Deployment in Asia, a first for a Vietnamese company.

What it means for operators:

Scale: more than 300,000 transactions per second at latency below 5 milliseconds, across 2G–5G and fixed services on one platformLower cost: up to 50% less hardware investment than the previous generation, by sharing infrastructure with the networkAgility: new tariff plans in hours instead of days, new features three times faster and deployments about 30% fasterResilience: two active data centers about 2,000 km apart and automatic recovery in under two minutes

Viettel High Tech developed every core layer in-house, from a telecom-grade cloud-native platform and NFV-MANO orchestration to real-time charging, subscriber and balance management.

“Passing rigorous tests of real-time self-diagnosis and self-recovery is what allows an operator to keep its promise of 24/7 service to customers,” said Luu Manh Ha, CEO of Viettel Networks, which operates the system on Viettel’s network in Vietnam. “Above all, owning the charging system means an operator is not dependent on foreign vendors – it safeguards digital sovereignty and preserves business flexibility.”

“The charging system is where an operator’s business strategy turns into revenue in real time,” said Nguyen Minh Quang, CEO of Viettel High Tech. “We believe vOCS 4.0 is ready to help operators worldwide capture the value of 5G and digital services.”

In 2017, vOCS 4.0’s predecessor, vOCS 3.0, replaced a foreign vendor’s platform for 90 million Viettel subscribers. Across both generations, vOCS serves more than 220 million subscribers in 11 countries. Viettel High Tech now offers vOCS 4.0 to operators worldwide.

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