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VISTA’S XO SELECTED FOR THE CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS

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NEW YORK, June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — XO, part of Vista, the world’s leading global private aviation group, has been selected for the Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.  Determined by travelers worldwide, the annual awards survey reflects direct consumer sentiment across airlines, hotels, destinations and travel services.

Long regarded as one of the industry’s most influential travel recognitions, the Readers’ Choice Awards celebrate the brands shaping how people experience the world through service, access and the ability to anticipate evolving traveler expectations.

Selection reflects the continued trust of XO as one of private aviation’s leading brands, combining transparent pricing, access to a vetted global fleet and secure, instant booking. 

Youssef Mouallem, Chief Business Officer at Vista, “We’re honored to be selected for the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. Today’s travelers expect private aviation to be more transparent and effortless to navigate. XO was built to simplify that experience — enabling users to search, compare and book flights instantly through a digital-first platform while knowing they’re supported by the global infrastructure and human expertise behind the brand. As demand evolves, we remain focused on delivering the confidence and flexibility travelers need to fly on their own terms.”

With more than one million app downloads globally, XO continues to enhance its digital experience, including recent integrations with Apple Pay and Google Pay to enable faster checkout for on demand bookings. Engagement from younger travelers is also increasing, with 49% of first-time flyers booking through XO in 2025 under the age of 45, reflecting growing demand from a more tech-enabled audience that values ease and flexibility.

Real-Time Booking and Verified Aircraft Access

XO is the world’s largest private jet marketplace, providing access to hand–selected aircraft across all cabin classes, including light, midsize, and long-range categories. Through the platform, travelers can compare aircraft options, view upfront pricing and confirm private flights instantly — without ownership requirements or long-term commitments.

The platform is built around real-time availability and verified aircraft details at the point of booking, guaranteeing that the aircraft selected is the aircraft flown.

Membership through XO is designed to deliver increasing value with use, including loyalty credit, priority access to aircraft during peak travel periods and enhanced booking flexibility.

Global Network and Route Activity

With an established presence across the United States and continued expansion throughout Europe, Asia and the Middle East, XO serves a growing base of internationally mobile travelers, supported by 24/7 worldwide flight coordination across time zones.

New York–Miami and New York–Los Angeles remain among the most active routes on the platform, while international demand spans key luxury and business destinations, from London-Paris and London–Malaga in Europe, to Dubai–Riyadh and Abu Dhabi–Riyadh in the Middle East and Hong Kong-Tokyo and Singapore-Hong Kong across Asia.

Access Through the Vista Ecosystem

Beyond flight, Members benefit from access to the broader Vista ecosystem, connecting travel with experiences across hospitality, sport, culture and business.

As an XO Insider, Members receive curated access to experiences including Formula 1 race weekends — from Miami to Monaco to Singapore — alongside invitation-only events in major international destinations, extending the value of Membership beyond the flight itself.

As demand for flexible, globally connected private travel continues to grow, XO remains focused on expanding fleet access, enhancing the digital booking experience and strengthening the global infrastructure and service that continues to distinguish the brand within private aviation.

Learn more, https://www.cntraveler.com/story/vote-readers-choice-awards

About XO

XO is part of Vista — the world’s leading global business aviation company, covering 96% of the world. Innovating the industry for over 20 years, Vista’s mission is to provide the most advanced flying services at the very best value, anytime, anywhere around the world. 

As the world’s premiere private aviation network, XO offers access to one of the most extensive fleets in the industry from light jets to ultra-long-range aircraft including the unrivaled global Vista Members’ fleet. 

XO can always provide the perfect plane for your chosen destination. Aviation experts and client services teams can be reached around the clock in all time zones to guide your choices and individually tailor each flight experience. 

Booking through XO is flexible, efficient, and immediate with no required ownership or long-term commitment. Membership offers additional benefits.

More XO information and news at www.flyxo.com 

XO Global LLC is not a direct air carrier and does not operate any aircraft. All flights will be operated by properly licensed U.S. or foreign air carriers. All services are subject to the terms and conditions available at flyxo.com/legal. Fla. Seller of Travel Ref. No. ST42114. 

About Vista 

Vista Global Holding Limited (Vista) is the world’s leading global business aviation company providing worldwide business flight services through its network of subsidiaries and a team of over 4,000 experts. A global group headquartered in Dubai, Vista integrates a unique portfolio of companies to offer asset free services to cover all key aspects of business aviation, including guaranteed and on demand global flight coverage, subscription and membership solutions, and trading and management services.

Innovating the industry for over 20 years through continuous investment in talent, technology, and infrastructure, Vista’s mission is to provide the most advanced flying services at the very best value — anytime, anywhere around the world. 

Vista’s extensive industry expertise enables it to deliver comprehensive end-to-end solutions and technology to meet the needs of business aviation clients around the world. These services are offered through its leading brands, including VistaJet and XO.

More Vista information and news at www.vistaglobal.com

“Vista” is a trade name for Vista Global Holding Limited. Vista does not operate any aircraft. All flights are performed by properly licensed operators, which may include VistaJet Limited or VistaJet GmbH as well as FAA-licensed and DOT registered US direct air carriers Western Air Charter, Inc. (DBA Vista America), Jet Select, LLC (DBA Vista America).

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CGTN AMERICA & CCTV UN: Kyrgyz Audiences Get Access to Chinese Documentaries, Drama and Cultural Programs in Bishkek Screening Event

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A new series of Chinese documentaries, dramas and cultural programs launched in Kyrgyzstan, bringing stories of Chinese craftsmanship, intangible heritage, traditional medicine and daily life to Central Asian viewers, according to a report from China Media Group (CMG) on Wednesday.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — (This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.)

CGTN America & CCTV UN releases “Kyrgyz Audiences Get Access to Chinese Documentaries, Drama and Cultural Programs in Bishkek Screening Event”

A new series of Chinese documentaries, dramas and cultural programs launched in Kyrgyzstan, bringing stories of Chinese craftsmanship, intangible heritage, traditional medicine and daily life to Central Asian viewers, according to a report from China Media Group (CMG) on Wednesday.

The screening event, held in Bishkek, features nearly 10 programs produced by CMG. The content will air through the end of October on Kyrgyzstan’s national broadcaster and other regional media outlets.

The initiative builds on a media cooperation agreement signed between CMG and Kyrgyzstan’s National Television and Radio Broadcasting Corporation last year during the Kyrgyz president’s visit to Beijing. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), with Kyrgyzstan hosting the SCO summit as this year’s rotating chair.

The programs on offer range from short-form cultural features to full-length series. Among them, a food-themed drama follows daily life in a restaurant in northwest China, while documentary series spotlight traditional arts, herbal medicine and Chinese design heritage – content that highlights the diversity of contemporary Chinese storytelling beyond blockbuster films.

CMG has steadily expanded its programming reach across Central Asia in recent years. Previous screening campaigns have placed nearly 20 Chinese programs on regional broadcasters, covering topics from culture to contemporary art. Multiple media outlets from SCO member states are covering the current event, reflecting growing cross-border media collaboration in the region.

Media Contact
Sun, CGTN America, 1 2023931850, distribution@cgtnamerica.com 

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Addressing Multi-Subcell Mass Production Challenges | Lead Intelligent’s Integrated Solution Unlocks New Pathways for PV Cost Reduction and Higher Output

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WUXI, China, Aug. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As the photovoltaic industry accelerates its transition toward thinner wafers and higher-power modules, multi-subcell technology has become a key pathway for next-generation high-efficiency production. By improving power generation efficiency, reducing silicon material consumption, and enhancing module resistance against microcracks and hot spots, multi-subcell enables higher-performance modules without changing existing module dimensions—making it a mainstream technology choice for manufacturers pursuing high-efficiency capacity expansion.

However, transforming this technology from concept into stable mass production remains challenging. Laser slicing processes can introduce fragment risks, edge damage during cutting may accelerate cell degradation, and achieving both high-speed production and precision control in thin-wafer stringing remains difficult. These challenges continue to slow down manufacturers’ capacity expansion plans.

Simplifying the Production Line, Maximizing Manufacturing Efficiency

To address the challenges across scribe, passivation, sorting, and stringing processes, Lead Intelligent has developed a complete turnkey multi-slicing production line solution. By integrating all critical manufacturing steps into a unified equipment platform, the solution enables end-to-end process optimization and eliminates key bottlenecks in high-volume production.

Higher Throughput with Fewer Breakages and Lower Material Loss

The integrated solution combines laser scribe, automated material handling, edge passivation, and testing processes, creating a complete front-end manufacturing workflow designed for high-efficiency PV production.

High Throughput for GW-Scale Manufacturing

The scribe system achieves a single-machine capacity of ≥12,000 full-size wafers per hour, while the multi-subcell sorting system reaches ≥10,000 full-size wafers per hour, fully supporting the throughput requirements of gigawatt-scale photovoltaic manufacturing facilities.

Flexible Processing Architecture Minimizes Breakage Risks

Equipped with multiple vision inspection systems, combined with flexible alignment and handling mechanisms, the solution provides continuous protection throughout wafer processing. By reducing mechanical stress during transfer and positioning, it minimizes wafer breakage and improves production yield from the source.

Process Integration Reduces Edge Degradation

The integrated edge passivation module repairs cutting-induced damage, while interconnected equipment data enables rapid defect tracing and process optimization. This significantly shortens production line commissioning cycles and improves overall manufacturing stability.

Multi-Subcell Stringer

As the core equipment within the integrated production line, the multi-subcell stringer is specifically designed to overcome the key challenges associated with high-volume multi-subcell solar cell production.

High Throughput

With a production capacity of up to 16,000 cells per hour, the system effectively addresses the industry challenge of significant throughput reduction after wafer slicing, enabling manufacturers to maintain high productivity in advanced PV production.

High Precision

Built on a granite base platform and equipped with high-precision linear motors, together with advanced vibration suppression technology, the system achieves highly accurate cell positioning and stable high-speed operation.

Superior Welding Quality

The system integrates a uniform-temperature welding zone with closed-loop temperature control to ensure consistent welding performance. Optional buffering and encapsulation processes enable seamless integration with downstream lamination processes, further improving production continuity.

Four Core Benefits Driving Long-Term Manufacturing Value

Leveraging the combined advantages of integrated production equipment and the PHM (Prognostics and Health Management) intelligent predictive maintenance platform, Lead Intelligent’s multi-subcell turnkey solution creates measurable value for customers across four key dimensions: production capacity, material utilization, equipment operation, and long-term scalability.

Maximizing Production Output and Reducing Equipment Cost per Watt

Through high-speed coordination across the entire production line, the system maintains an overall equipment availability rate of ≥98.5%. With higher output within the same factory footprint, the solution improves production efficiency compared with conventional industry approaches and effectively reduces equipment depreciation costs per watt.

Reducing Material Loss and Improving Silicon Utilization

Through comprehensive soft-contact protection mechanisms and multi-layer visual inspection systems designed to prevent wafer breakage, the solution significantly reduces cell scrap rates and minimizes raw material losses throughout production.

PHM Predictive Maintenance Enables Proactive Equipment Management

Powered by Lead Intelligent’s proprietary PHM intelligent maintenance platform, the solution transforms traditional maintenance models from reactive repair and scheduled servicing into proactive equipment health management. By enabling early fault detection and predictive intervention, the system helps reduce both manual inspection requirements and production downtime costs. The average annual maintenance cost of the stringer system is controlled below RMB 60,000, further improving operational efficiency through digitalized maintenance.

Multi-Technology Compatibility Supports Long-Term Product Evolution

The solution is compatible with thin-wafer manufacturing and various next-generation solar cell technologies, while supporting rapid switching between different multi-subcell formats to accommodate future product upgrades. Through a unified turnkey solution covering equipment, data systems, and after-sales services, Lead Intelligent helps customers avoid complex coordination among multiple suppliers while significantly reducing long-term operation and maintenance management challenges.

Multi-subcell technology has become a critical pathway for reducing the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) in the photovoltaic industry. However, the complexity of full-process manufacturing integration has prevented many companies from successfully transitioning this technology into stable mass production. As a global provider of intelligent manufacturing solutions for the new energy industry, Lead Intelligent has developed a comprehensive multi-subcell turnkey solution covering scribe, automation, passivation, sorting, stringing, and intelligent maintenance.

By addressing critical manufacturing challenges across the entire value chain—including cutting yield, thin-wafer microcracks, insufficient production capacity, and high maintenance costs—the solution enables photovoltaic manufacturers worldwide to accelerate the deployment of high-efficiency multi-subcell production lines. With integrated capabilities in high throughput, low material loss, and intelligent equipment management, Lead Intelligent continues to support the PV industry’s transition toward higher-quality, lower-cost, and more sustainable manufacturing.

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Tetragon Financial Group Limited July 2026 Monthly Factsheet

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LONDON, Aug. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tetragon has released its Monthly Factsheet for July 2026.

Please click below to access the Monthly Factsheet.

July 2026 Factsheet

About Tetragon:

Tetragon Financial Group is a Guernsey closed-ended investment company. Its non-voting shares are listed on Euronext in Amsterdam, a regulated market of Euronext Amsterdam N.V., and also traded on the Specialist Fund Segment of the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange. Our investment manager is Tetragon Financial Management LP. Find out more at www.tetragoninv.com/shareholders.

Tetragon’s non-voting shares are subject to restrictions on ownership by U.S. persons and are not intended for European retail investors. Please see: www.tetragoninv.com/shareholders/additional-info/.       

Tetragon Investor Relations:
Yuko Thomas
ir@tetragoninv.com

Press Inquiries:
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U.K. +44 20 3890 9193
U.S. +1 212 279 3115

This release does not contain or constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to purchase securities in the United States or any other jurisdiction. The securities of Tetragon have not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 and may not be offered or sold in the United States or to U.S. persons unless they are registered under applicable law or exempt from registration. Tetragon does not intend to register any portion of its securities in the United States or to conduct a public offer of securities in the United States. In addition, Tetragon has not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Investment Company Act of 1940, and investors will not be entitled to the benefits of such Act. Tetragon is registered in the public register of the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets under Section 1:107 of the Financial Markets Supervision Act as a collective investment scheme from a designated country.      

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