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Smartria Launches SmartArchive, Expanding Its AI-Powered Compliance Platform with Communications Archiving

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New capability helps firms capture, retain and supervise business communications from a centralized platform, further advancing SmartRIA’s vision for integrated, human-centric compliance technology.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., July 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Smartria, a leading cloud-based compliance management platform trusted by thousands of registered investment advisors (RIAs), broker-dealers, and compliance consultants for more than a decade, today announced the launch of SmartArchive, a new AI-powered digital communications archiving and surveillance capability that gives firms a single platform to capture, monitor and review business communications across multiple channels.

For RIAs and broker-dealers, communications recordkeeping is a core regulatory obligation; one that has only grown more complex as client and prospect conversations spread across more channels than ever. SmartArchive is built to meet that obligation directly: messages are captured, retained and made searchable from one centralized, secure system, so compliance teams can respond to audits and demonstrate oversight without piecing together multiple tools.

SmartArchive is the third addition to Smartria’s AI-powered compliance suite, joining the first two AI-powered features the company introduced earlier this year at the Future Proof Citywide conference in Miami Beach: SmartReview, an AI-Powered Marketing Review assistant that lets employees pre-screen content for potential compliance issues before submitting it for approval, and SmartAssist, an AI-powered chat tool that answers questions about SEC and FINRA rules in plain language.

AI features are arriving quickly across the compliance technology industry, with new tools launching from vendors of every size. With more than a decade as a trusted provider, SmartRIA has built its approach to AI by listening closely to clients about where innovation can and should apply and taking a thoughtful approach to how it implements, deploys and uses AI. Smartria’s AI models are API-driven and built in-house, with the company training its own agents rather than relying on third-party providers, an approach designed to incorporate AI more safely.

“Our vision has always been to simplify compliance for advisory firms,” said Patrick Hunt, chief executive officer of Smartria. “The success of our AI-powered offerings made it clear that clients value an integrated approach, and adding archiving is a natural evolution of that strategy. The firms that earn lasting trust in this industry won’t simply be the fastest to add new features; they’ll be the ones that apply AI thoughtfully, staying human-centric while still being efficient, and protecting what our clients actually depend on: accuracy, security and compliance. SmartReview’s AI-powered-review capability already works this way, helping employees catch potential issues early while leaving the decision to approve with a person.”

SmartArchive, with technology licensed from Presults, enables firms to securely archive a range of communications, including text messages, social media messages, emails and websites, from one centralized platform. Having achieved System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 status, Smartria has been known for its deft and safe compliance services for the last decade. Firms can manage communication records, respond to SEC and FINRA examinations and stay audit-ready without adding complexity to their workflows.

For more information on SmartArchive, visit https://smart-ria.com.

About Smartria

Smartria is a leading cloud-based compliance technology platform serving registered investment advisors (RIAs), broker-dealers and compliance consultants. Trusted by more than 1,000 firms and thousands of advisors, Smartria helps firms streamline compliance management, archive and supervise communications, and leverage AI-powered tools to work more efficiently while maintaining audit readiness and meeting regulatory obligations. Learn more at smart-ria.com.

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Vipshop Holdings Limited to Hold Annual General Meeting on December 8, 2026

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GUANGZHOU, China, Nov. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Vipshop Holdings Limited (NYSE: VIPS), a leading off-price retailer in China (“Vipshop” or the “Company”), today announced that it will hold an annual general meeting of shareholders at Vipshop Headquarters, 128 Dingxin Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou 510220, People’s Republic of China on December 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., Beijing time.

No proposal will be submitted for shareholder approval at the annual general meeting. Instead, the annual general meeting will serve as an open forum for shareholders and beneficial owners of the Company’s American depositary shares (“ADSs”) to discuss Company affairs with management.

The board of directors of the Company has fixed the close of business on November 9, 2026 as the record date (the “Record Date”) for determining the holders of the Company’s ordinary shares that are entitled to receive notice of, and to attend, the annual general meeting or any adjourned or postponed meeting thereof.

Holders of record of the Company’s ordinary shares at the close of business on the Record Date are entitled to attend the annual general meeting and any adjournment or postponement thereof in person. Beneficial owners of the Company’s ADSs are welcome to attend the annual general meeting in person.

The Company has filed its annual report on Form 20-F (the “Annual Report”), which includes the Company’s audited financial statements for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The Company’s Annual Report can be accessed on the investor relations section of its website at https://ir.vip.com/, as well as on the SEC’s website at https://www.sec.gov/.

Holders of the Company’s ordinary shares or ADSs may obtain a hard copy of the Annual Report free of charge by emailing Jessie Zheng, Vipshop Holdings Limited, at ir@vipshop.com or by writing to:

Vipshop Headquarters, 128 Dingxin Road
Haizhu District, Guangzhou 510220
People’s Republic of China
Attention: Jessie Zheng

About Vipshop Holdings Limited

Vipshop Holdings Limited is a leading off-price retailer in China. Vipshop offers high-quality and popular branded products to consumers throughout China at deep discounts through diverse online and offline channels. Since its founding in 2008, the Company has built a large and loyal customer base and extensive brand partnerships. For more information, please visit https://ir.vip.com/.

Investor Relations Contact

Tel: +86 (20) 2233-0732
Email: IR@vipshop.com 

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Mews Announces New Alliance Partnership With Preferred Hotels & Resorts, The World’s Largest Independent Hotel Brand

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Mews becomes the latest addition to Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ Alliance Partner Program, providing hospitality technology solutions to its global portfolio of independent luxury properties

NEW YORK, Nov. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mews today announced its new affiliation with Preferred Hotels & Resorts as the latest addition to the brand’s Alliance Partner Program. Through the partnership, Preferred Hotels & Resorts member properties across the Americas and EMEA can access Mews, the AI operating system for hospitality, at preferential pricing, with solutions spanning PMS, POS, RMS, Housekeeping and Payments.

Mews brings reservations, payments and guest preferences into one connected system, helping hotel teams reduce manual work and avoid switching between systems. The partnership expands the resources available to Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ global portfolio of more than 650 distinctive hotels, resorts, residences, and unique hotel groups across 80 countries.

Because Mews is configurable to each property’s way of working, members can keep what sets them apart, from bespoke guest journeys to their own rate structures and service style.

“Our members tell us they want to run efficient operations without losing what makes their hotel unique,” said Michael Osgood, Vice President of Preferred Hotels & Resorts. “Mews gives them one connected system for the front desk, payments and guest experience. That frees teams to spend less time on manual work and more on the personal touches guests remember.”

“Many independent hotels are running lean operations, with the owner, the GM and the front desk team as the heart of the brand, so every hour lost to clunky systems is an hour taken away from their guests,” said Matt Welle, CEO of Mews. “Mews gives them that time back, so the team can get on with looking after guests. Preferred Hotels & Resorts has built a community around individuality, and its members are some of the most distinctive hotels out there.”

More than 15 independent luxury hotels, resorts and residences in the Preferred portfolio already run on Mews, including: Maison Albar – Le Victoria, Hotel des Grands Voyageurs, Hotel 9Confidentiel, Hotel Golf Chateau de Chailly and Castello Dal Pozzo Resort Lago Maggiore.

“Mews has been a fantastic addition to our daily operations,” said Inès Delaval, Revenue Manager at Maison Albar – Le Victoria. “It is incredibly user-friendly, intuitive, and fun to work with, while being a comprehensive solution that meets all our needs. It makes our team’s daily workflow seamless and pleasant, allowing us to focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional guest experiences.”

Members interested in Mews can contact their Preferred representative or Gari Poniatowski at Mews at gari.poniatowski@mews.com.

About Mews

Mews is the AI operating system for hospitality, unifying workflows across revenue, operations and the guest journey so teams can automate the mundane and focus on memorable guest experiences. Mews spans PMS, POS, RMS, Housekeeping and Payments, helping hoteliers move from property management to profit management. Powering 15,000 customers across 85 countries, the company was named Best PMS (2024, 2025, 2026), Best POS (2026) and listed among the Best Places to Work in Hotel Tech for six years running by Hotel Tech Report.

Media contact: press@mews.com 

About Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Preferred Hotels & Resorts is the world’s largest independent hotel brand, representing more than 650 distinctive hotels, resorts, residences, and unique hotel groups across 80 countries. Through its curated global collections, Preferred Hotels & Resorts connects discerning travelers to the singular luxury hospitality experience that meets their life and style preferences for each occasion. Every property within the portfolio maintains the high-quality standards and unparalleled service levels required by the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Integrated Quality Assurance Program. The I Prefer™ Hotel Rewards program, Preferred Residences℠, Preferred Pride℠, and Preferred Golf™ offer valuable benefits for travelers seeking a unique experience. For more information, visit PreferredHotels.com.

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OpenAI increases its ChatGPT Ads presence in 44 countries through an exclusive reseller partnership with Aleph

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Agreement with OpenAI strengthens Aleph’s AI advertising portfolio with local support for brands and agencies across Latin America, Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — OpenAI increases its ChatGPT Ads presence into 44 countries through an exclusive reseller partnership with Aleph. Starting today, brands and agencies across 14 markets in Latin America, 16 in Europe and Central Asia, 10 in the Middle East and Africa, and 4 in Asia-Pacific can contract, pay and get support locally through Aleph, OpenAI’s exclusive reseller.

ChatGPT is a new kind of advertising environment, where people come to learn, explore and make decisions. For Aleph, the partnership with OpenAI is about connecting businesses across these markets with ChatGPT, one of the defining products of the AI era. For advertisers, it means buying ChatGPT Ads through a partner with local teams and its own payments infrastructure.

“AI is giving businesses a new way to connect with people. Starting today, advertisers in 44 markets can work with OpenAI through a local team that speaks their language, bills in their currency and extends credit. That is what Aleph does best: turning global technology into local growth.” — Gastón Taratuta, Founder and CEO, Aleph

Brands and agencies that work with Aleph contract and are invoiced locally, with onboarding and first-line support from Aleph’s teams in each market. The agreement covers 44 markets:

Latin America (14): Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico and UruguayEurope and Central Asia (16): Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Estonia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Ukraine and UzbekistanMiddle East and Africa (10): Egypt, Kenya, Kuwait, Morocco, Nigeria, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkey and the United Arab EmiratesAsia-Pacific (4): Bangladesh, Cambodia, Hong Kong and Sri Lanka

Advertisers and agencies in these markets can learn more and connect with Aleph’s local teams at https://alephdigital.com/OpenAi

Press contacts
Aleph: press@alephdigital.com | fernanda@alephdigital.com 

About Aleph
Aleph operates the largest global infrastructure accelerating media and payments solutions across more than 130 high-growth markets. With 20 years of experience and partnerships with over 50 of the world’s leading digital platforms, Aleph connects media, payments and local market expertise to enable platforms and businesses to grow and operate globally with speed and compliance. With teams in more than 90 offices worldwide, Aleph combines global scale with deep local execution. Beyond business impact, Aleph drives digital inclusion through its education initiative, Digital Ad Expert, recognized by UNESCO’s Global Skills Academy.

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