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FICG OFFICIALLY OPENS JOHOR MANUFACTURING SITE, STRENGTHENING OPERATIONS ACROSS SINGAPORE AND MALAYSIA

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SINGAPORE, Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PRO3C (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd., a subsidiary of Taiwan-listed FIC Global Inc. (FICG, TWSE: 3701), today officially celebrated the grand opening of its manufacturing facility located at i-Park @ Senai Airport City, Johor.

The ceremony was officiated by Yang Berhormat Lee Ting Han, Johor State Executive Councillor. The event was also attended by distinguished government officials, representatives from JTC Corporation, AME Elite Consortium and UOB, as well as valued customers, partners and suppliers of the Group.

The facility strengthens FICG’s manufacturing footprint in Southeast Asia and supports growing global demand across artificial intelligence (AI), high-performance computing (HPC), data centres, semiconductors and other advanced technology sectors.

The milestone marks FICG’s strategic shift from planning to scaled operations in Southeast Asia, strengthening the Group’s role within the global technology and advanced manufacturing supply chain.

The Johor site passed customer qualification in November 2025, began production at the end of 2025 and entered mass production in the first quarter of 2026. Today’s Grand Opening marks the start of full-scale output in the second half of 2026. The site currently operates eight SMT lines, with production capacity continuing to ramp up in line with customer orders and market demand.

PRO3C continues to advance its capabilities in 800G, 1.6T and 3.2T Flip Chip optical transceivers, Co-Packaged Optics (CPO), Linear Pluggable Optics (LPO) and Silicon Photonics (SiPh), supporting increasing demand for AI infrastructure and high-speed data transmission.

The opening also forms part of FICG’s Johor–Singapore Twinning Strategy, which complements the continued development of the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).

Under this complementary operating model, PRO3C in Johor will focus on advanced manufacturing, engineering execution, mass production and delivery, while FICG’s planned Innovation and Supply Chain Centre in Singapore will focus on global innovation, strategic sourcing, supply chain management and international customer engagement.

Together, the two locations are intended to form an integrated cross-border operating platform, with Singapore connecting FICG to global markets and strategic resources, while Johor delivers the Group’s manufacturing and production capabilities.

“Today we are opening more than a factory; we are switching on the Johor node of a cross-border platform that will serve our global customers from both sides of the Causeway,” said Mr. Leo Chien, Chairman of FIC Global Inc.

“Global competitiveness is no longer determined by the scale of a single factory, but by how effectively a company connects manufacturing, supply chains, innovation resources and international customers, while creating value for the local economy, jobs for local communities and support for national development. By combining Johor’s manufacturing strengths with Singapore’s capabilities in innovation, strategic sourcing and global connectivity, we are building a faster, more flexible and resilient regional operating platform.”

Through its Johor campus, FICG will introduce its established manufacturing management practices, engineering expertise and international quality systems, while deepening collaboration with local suppliers, skilled professionals, industry partners and relevant institutions.

The development is expected to support local procurement, talent development and broader supply chain integration, while strengthening Johor’s position within the regional advanced manufacturing and technology ecosystem.

At the ASEAN Conference 2026 in Singapore in July, PRO3C signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with AME Elite Consortium Berhad, while FICG signed a separate MOU with JTC Corporation. UOB is supporting the initiative through its cross-border banking capabilities and regional network.

Mr Jimmy Koh, Head of Network Partnerships and Strategic Marketing, Group Foreign Direct Investment Advisory, UOB, said: “FICG’s regional expansion reflects how companies are increasingly choosing ASEAN as an integrated platform for growth. UOB is working closely with FICG to navigate its expansion across Malaysia and Singapore, leveraging our regional network and ecosystem partners to facilitate market entry and business development. This expansion highlights how businesses can harness ASEAN’s diverse strengths to build resilient regional operations and accelerate growth.“

The collaborations support FICG’s manufacturing expansion in Johor and its planned regional operations in Singapore, reinforcing the Group’s broader strategy to integrate manufacturing, supply chain capabilities, innovation and international customer engagement across both locations.

Recruitment will take place in phases in line with facility development, production ramp-up and business growth. Over the longer term, FICG’s combined operations in Singapore and Malaysia have the potential to support a workforce of more than 1,000 employees, subject to market demand and operational requirements.

By linking its technology and manufacturing expertise in Taiwan with Malaysia’s manufacturing capabilities, Singapore’s international connectivity and the requirements of global customers, FICG is building an integrated operating platform to strengthen its business development, supply chain integration and global delivery capabilities across Southeast Asia.

About FIC Global Inc. (FICG)

FIC Global Inc. is a Taiwan-listed technology group serving the artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, data centre and semiconductor industries.

Through its manufacturing subsidiaries, FICG provides electronic design and manufacturing services across communications, avionics, automotive, industrial, marine, medical and consumer electronics, while continuing to advance its capabilities in high-speed optical transceivers, Co-Packaged Optics (CPO), Linear Pluggable Optics (LPO) and Silicon Photonics (SiPh).

FICG operates an advanced manufacturing site in Johor, Malaysia, and is establishing an Innovation and Supply Chain Centre in Singapore. Under its Johor–Singapore Twinning Strategy, the Group is developing an integrated cross-border platform linking advanced manufacturing, engineering, strategic sourcing, supply chain management and global customer engagement. With extensive optical transceivers manufacturing experience dating back to 2008, FICG has established a strong position in the global supply chain, distinguished by its advanced manufacturing processes, consistently high production yields and ability to support leading technology companies worldwide.

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2026 Canton Fair Design Award Winners Showcase China’s Innovation Strength

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GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As the 140th Canton Fair opens, the winners of the 2026 Canton Fair Design Award (CF Award) have also been announced. Winning products are now on display in Area D of the Canton Fair Complex, offering visitors a closer look at some of the latest advances in Chinese manufacturing and industrial design.

Among this year’s top honorees, a domestically developed high-performance sport motorcycle and an intelligent navigation capsule robot gastric endoscopy system received the Best of the Best Award, the competition’s highest recognition.

The Canton Fair also enhanced the visitor experience with a themed showcase area within the award exhibition. Built around four application-oriented concepts, namely Outdoor Pleasure, Smart Living, Cozy Home and Kitchen Elegance, the immersive displays demonstrate how innovative designs can be integrated into everyday life, helping visitors better understand the practical value behind these award-winning products.

This year, 4,218 products from 2,112 companies competed for the award. Following multiple rounds of evaluation, 222 products from 174 companies were selected.

The award-winning products reflect several key trends shaping the next stage of Chinese manufacturing. Innovation remains a defining theme, with breakthrough technologies ranging from upper limb motor function assistance and enhancement system to exoskeleton robots, underscoring the growing momentum of high-end manufacturing.

Meanwhile, intelligent technologies continue to gain traction across industries. Smart products account for more than 30% of this year’s winners, with AI-powered glasses, intelligent conference terminals and smart healthcare devices extending AI applications across home, office, medical and outdoor environments.

Sustainability is also becoming increasingly embedded throughout the product lifecycle. Green products represent over 40% of the winning entries, while innovations such as integrated energy-saving panels and sugarcane paper demonstrate how environmentally conscious practices are being incorporated into product design, materials selection and manufacturing processes.

Established in 2013, the Canton Fair Design Award is widely regarded as a benchmark for design innovation in China’s foreign trade sector. The award recognizes products that combine design excellence with commercial value, promoting the transformation and upgrading of Chinese manufacturing and supporting high-quality trade development. Entries are evaluated across five dimensions: innovation, quality, functionality, aesthetics and sustainability.

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InstaMall Launches Same-Day Fashion Delivery Experience, Bringing 80+ Brands to Shoppers’ Doors in Miami

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First-of-its-kind shopping app pairs artificial intelligence with same-day delivery, bringing luxury
and contemporary brands directly to customers’ doorsteps 

Featured luxury and contemporary brands include AllSaints, John Varvatos and Aritzia

MIAMI, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — InstaMall, a first-of-its-kind shopping app offering same-day delivery and access to real-time inventory across luxury and contemporary fashion, launches today in Miami, Florida. Now available via iOS and Android, InstaMall provides access to more than 80 contemporary and luxury fashion brands across Miami’s five premier retail clusters, including Balmain, Louis Vuitton, Bottega Veneta, Ganni, Coach, Diesel, Reformation, Aritzia, Cult Gaia, Prada and more. InstaMall will add more brands within the app in the coming weeks and seasons. 

Sitting at the intersection of fashion, technology and commerce, InstaMall brings inspiration and purchase together through a more dynamic way to discover and shop for fashion. The experience combines access to luxury and contemporary brands with the convenience of same-day delivery, bringing the speed customers have come to expect across categories like food and groceries to fashion while maintaining the brand experience retailers and shoppers expect.

Within the app, customers will have access to InstaMall’s AI-powered stylist and virtual try-on features, making it easier to browse, discover and shop styles online. InstaMall’s AI Stylist serves as an intelligent shopping assistant that responds to customers’ preferences in real time. Customers can use the AI Stylist to receive product recommendations, build outfits, ask questions and discover new styles, while its virtual try-on feature allows them to visualize select items on themselves before making a purchase.

“InstaMall was founded on the belief that the convenience customers have come to expect from same-day delivery should extend to the way they shop for fashion,” said Elliot Aboud, Founder and CEO of InstaMall. “As fashion and technology continue to evolve together, we saw an opportunity to create a more seamless shopping experience that brings customers closer to the brands they love, combining a curated assortment, AI-powered styling and virtual try-on with the ease and convenience of same-day delivery.”

Prior to founding InstaMall, Elliot Aboud helped build the Aroma360 and Hotel Collection brands, overseeing the launch of the first retail store and expanding the retail footprint to more than 30 stores across the United States and two in Dubai. InstaMall is bringing fashion and luxury to the next generation with its seamless shopping experience and wide selection of brands.

Customers can download InstaMall through the Apple App Store or Google Play, or by going to instamall.co.

About InstaMall 

InstaMall is a same-day fashion shopping and discovery app reimagining how consumers shop for luxury and contemporary brands. Sitting at the intersection of fashion, technology and commerce, InstaMall brings inspiration and purchase together in an experience that gives consumers a more dynamic way to discover and shop. Where on-demand delivery has long existed for categories like food and groceries, InstaMall brings that same convenience to luxury fashion for the first time, delivering the same day without compromising the brand experience fashion retailers and their customers expect. The company launched publicly in Miami on October 16, 2026, and plans to expand nationally. For more information, please visit instamall.co.

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PTC to Announce Fourth Fiscal Quarter and Full Year 2026 Results on Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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BOSTON, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) will release its fiscal 2026 fourth quarter and full year results on Wednesday, November 4th after the stock market closes. As previously announced on October 5th, 2026, PTC entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Schneider Electric. In light of the pending transaction, PTC is suspending quarterly earnings conference calls and is no longer providing quarterly or annual guidance.

The earnings press release and accompanying financial data tables will be accessible on the Investor Relations section of the company’s website at PTC Investor Relations.

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PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) is a global software company that enables manufacturers and product companies to digitally transform how they design, manufacture, and service the physical products the world relies on. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, PTC employs over 7,000 people and supports more than 30,000 customers globally. For more information, please visit www.ptc.com.

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