NEW YORK and LONDON, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Generation Essentials Group (NYSE: TGE; LSE: TGE) (“TGE” or the “Company”), today announced that it has received a letter from the New York Stock Exchange (the “NYSE”), notifying the Company that it is below compliance standards due to the trading price of the Company’s Class A ordinary shares.

Pursuant to Section 802.01C of the NYSE’s Listed Company Manual, a company will be considered to be below compliance standards if the average closing price of its security as reported on the consolidated tape is less than US$1.00 over a consecutive 30 trading-day period. The Company has six months (the “Cure Period”) following receipt of the notice to regain compliance with the minimum share price requirement. The Company can regain compliance at any time during the Cure Period if on the last trading day of any calendar month during the Cure Period the Company has a closing share price of at least US$1.00 per Class A ordinary share and an average closing share price of at least US$1.00 per Class A ordinary share over the 30 trading-day period ending on the last trading day of that month. In the event that at the expiration of the six-month Cure Period, both a US$1.00 per Class A ordinary share closing share price on the last trading day of the Cure Period and a US$1.00 per Class A ordinary share average closing share price over the 30 trading-day period ending on the last trading day of the Cure Period are not attained, the NYSE will commence suspension and delisting procedures.

The Company intends to monitor the market conditions of its listed securities and will consider various measures to cure the non-compliance caused by adverse effects on its trading price and avoid any potential delisting.

The Company’s board of directors remains fully confident in its long-term strategy, business fundamentals and growth prospects and plans to continue the execution of its share repurchase programs as previously announced.

As of September 11, 2026, the Company has repurchased 284,538 Class A ordinary shares under the existing repurchase programs.

About The Generation Essentials Group

The Generation Essentials Group (NYSE: TGE; LSE: TGE), jointly established by AMTD Group, AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) and AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD), is headquartered in France and focuses on global strategies and developments in multi-media, entertainment, and cultural affairs worldwide as well as hospitality and VIP services. TGE comprises L’Officiel, The Art Newspaper, movie and entertainment projects. Collectively, TGE is a diversified portfolio of media and entertainment businesses, and a global portfolio of premium properties. Also, TGE is a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) sponsor manager, with its first SPAC successfully raised and priced on December 18, 2025.

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EscapeSquid Connecting Riders with Local Experiences

NEWARK, Del., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Xanh Entertainment Inc., developer of EscapeSquid, today announced that the company is pursuing a $2.5 million seed funding round to support the next phase of development and expansion of its virtual-to-destination fitness, entertainment and travel platform.

EscapeSquid is expanding its model around stationary cycling and fitness experiences, creating a progression that can take participants from at-home virtual rides to participating fitness studios, local events and destination travel experiences.

“Our next phase is about building the infrastructure that connects virtual fitness participation with local businesses and ultimately destination travel,” said John Phung, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Xanh Entertainment Inc. “If completed, the proposed $2.5 million seed round is intended to give us the resources to develop that network, expand our technology and establish partnerships across fitness, hospitality and travel.”

From Virtual Rides to Real-World Travel

The platform is intended to allow participants to begin through virtual cycling and on-demand experiences using compatible stationary bikes and then progress into participating studio classes, local experiences and destination events.

For local businesses, the model is designed to create additional opportunities to reach both residents and travelers. Fitness studios can participate through classes and events, while hotels, restaurants, attractions and tour operators can become part of the destination experience.

The company believes this structure can create a scalable ecosystem connecting:

Virtual Participation → Studio Classes → Local Experiences → Regional Events → Destination Travel

“Our goal is to bring people together while supporting the local businesses that make each destination unique,” John said. “We want our events to create new opportunities for local fitness studios, restaurants, hotels, attractions and other businesses.”

Planned Use of Seed Capital

As EscapeSquid enters its next stage and as part of its planned market rollout, EscapeSquid intends to host kickoff dinners and fitness evening events in select U.S. cities, with event details expected to be announced later in 2026. Initial markets are expected to include Nashville, Tennessee; Portland, Oregon; Anaheim, California; Dallas, Texas; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Chicago, Illinois; and New York City, New York. The events are intended to introduce the EscapeSquid experience while bringing together participants, local fitness operators, hospitality partners and other local businesses.

The $2.5 million seed initiative is intended to help EscapeSquid move into its next stage of growth. The company plans to use the funding to expand its technology, grow fitness and studio partnerships, build its hospitality and travel network, and launch local and destination events in select U.S. markets.

About EscapeSquid

EscapeSquid, developed by Xanh Entertainment Inc., is a travel platform that connects virtual fitness and stationary cycling with local experiences, fitness studios, events, hospitality and destination travel.

Media Contact

John Phung
Xanh Entertainment Inc. / EscapeSquid
Phone: +1 (503) 358-9258
Email: john@escapesquid.com
Website: www.escapesquid.com

Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Information

This news release may contain forward-looking statements and information based on current expectations. These statements should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results of the Company. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from those implied by such statements.

Although such statements are based on management’s reasonable assumptions, there can be no assurance that such assumptions will prove to be correct. The Company assumes no responsibility to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances. All forward-looking information herein is qualified in its entirety by this cautionary statement, and the Company disclaims any obligation to revise or update any such forward-looking information or to publicly announce the result of any revisions to reflect future results, events or developments, except as required by law.

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This news release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, any securities, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. Any offer of securities will be made only to eligible investors pursuant to definitive offering documents and in accordance with applicable securities laws.

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Virtual research summit Oct. 22–23 explores “Research as Sense-Making in Times of Uncertainty” and brings together scholars, practitioners and community partners across disciplines

PHOENIX, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies will host its 13th annual Knowledge Without Boundaries Summit, on October 22-23, 2026, “Exploring Scholarship, Society and Change.” The fully online research conference co-sponsored by the Research and Scholarship Enterprise (RSE) and the College of Doctoral Studies, will explore the theme, “Research as Sense-Making in Times of Uncertainty.”

The 2026 Knowledge Without Boundaries Summit features the intentional work of faculty, students, alumni and industry leaders, and invites scholars, practitioners and community partners to examine how research can support understanding and responsible engagement amid rapidly changing social, economic and environmental conditions. The interdisciplinary event will explore how research is conducted, interpreted, communicated and mobilized when established assumptions, methods or frameworks are challenged.

“Periods of uncertainty can challenge how we understand complex issues, but they can also create important opportunities for inquiry, reflection and new ways of thinking,” said Hinrich Eylers, PhD, vice provost of the College of Doctoral Studies. “The Knowledge Without Boundaries Summit brings together researchers and practitioners across disciplines to consider how rigorous, responsible scholarship can help us ask better questions, make sense of evolving evidence and connect research to the real-world challenges facing organizations and communities.”

What will the 2026 Knowledge Without Boundaries Summit explore?

The Summit is designed to create an interdisciplinary space for research and dialogue across sectors, disciplines and career stages. Areas of exploration include:

Research practices during periods of crisis, disruption or transitionMethodological innovation, data ambiguity and contested evidenceInterdisciplinary approaches to complex problems and community-engaged researchResearch ethics, responsibility and trust in uncertain or high-stakes environmentsDigital methods, artificial intelligence and algorithmic sense-makingCommunicating research findings amid uncertainty and disagreement

The program welcomes perspectives spanning completed and ongoing research, theoretical or conceptual scholarship and effective practices grounded in real-world application.

What can attendees at the 2026 Knowledge Without Boundaries Summit expect?

The Summit supports scholarly development and connection through opportunities for doctoral students and early-career scholars to present research, interdisciplinary networking, recognition of exceptional scholarship and digital scholarly credentials for presenters. The Summit schedule includes:

Faculty, alumni and student-led sessions that ignite inquiry.90+ research and scholarship presentations across disciplines.Announcement of the 2026 Dissertation of the Year winners, recognizing dissertations that have stood out as exceptional for elements beyond what is expected and observed by their respective chairs.Announcement of the winners of the 2026 President’s Award for Organizational Excellence and Empowerment in the categories of research, scholarship and dissertation. The winning scholars will present their work.Research networking enabling interdisciplinary collaboration and professional connections.Scholarly conference credentialing for presenters and digital badges of attendance for audience members

College of Doctoral Studies Dissertation Chair serves as 2026 Keynote Speaker

This year’s keynote speaker is Scott McCalla, DM, MA, faculty member and dissertation chair in the University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies and a Research Fellow in Residence with the Center for Organizational Wellness, Engagement and Belonging (CO-WEB). Before entering academia full-time, McCalla spent more than two decades in corporate leadership, advancing to C-suite roles and gaining extensive experience translating organizational challenges into practical solutions. As a seasoned executive, accomplished scholar, and two-time recipient of the John Sperling Distinguished Faculty Award, McCalla provides a unique perspective bridging rigorous research with real-world application. He will share insights on how research can serve as a powerful tool for sense-making, informed action, and positive change, empowering individuals and communities to advance in an increasingly complex world.

In collaboration with College faculty, leaders and scholars, the Summit proceedings are directed by University research centers’ leaders: Kimberly Underwood, Ph.D., chair, Center for Organizational Wellness, Engagement, and Belonging (CO-WEB) and KWB project manager and executive sponsor of the President’s Award committee; Mansureh Kebritchi, Ph.D., chair, Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR) and lead of committee on Dissertation of the Year Award; and Rodney Luster, Ph.D., chair, Center for Leadership and Entrepreneurial Research (CLER) and KWB communications liaison.

The Summit is open to external guests, free to attend, and registration is available here.

About the College of Doctoral Studies
University of Phoenix’s College of Doctoral Studies focuses on today’s challenging business and organizational needs, from addressing critical social issues to developing solutions to accelerate community building and industry growth. The College’s research program is built around the Scholar, Practitioner, Leader Model which puts students in the center of the Doctoral Education Ecosystem® with experts, resources and tools to help prepare them to be a leader in their organization, industry and community. Through this program, students and researchers work with organizations to conduct research that can be applied in the workplace in real time.

About University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix is Built for Real Life. 50 Years Strong. The University innovates to help working adults enhance their careers and develop skills in a rapidly changing world through flexible online learning, relevant courses, academic AI pillars, and skills-mapped curriculum for associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. Active students and alumni have access to Career Services for Life® resources including career guidance and tools. For more information, visit the University of Phoenix website. 

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