Galderma Announces Triple Approval of New State-of-the-Art Restylane® Syringe in the EU, the U.S., and Canada, Reaffirming the Company’s Position at the Forefront of Injectable Aesthetics

 ZUG, Switzerland 

Regulatory authorities in the European Union (EU), the United States (U.S.), and Canada have approved a new state-of-the-art Restylane® syringe for use with a range of Restylane NASHA® lidocaine products in multiple indications in the face and in the hands1-3

Developed in collaboration with aesthetic practitioners, its innovative ergonomic design features a cushioned finger grip and thumb rest, to improve practitioner experience through better injection comfort and control, helping them deliver consistently premium results 4-7

The syringe’s carton packaging is the first in the industry to be made from 100% recyclable paper, and reaffirms Galderma’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility 8

These approvals demonstrate Galderma’s strong heritage in Injectable Aesthetics, and its commitment to continuing to drive innovation in the field

 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Galderma (SIX: GALD), today announced that regulatory authorities in the EU, the U.S., and Canada have approved a new state-of-the-art syringe for use with its NASHA® lidocaine range of Restylane products in multiple facial indications including the cheeks, nose, chin, jawline, tear troughs, nasolabial folds, marionette lines, as well as in the hands.1-3

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The syringe features a next-generation ergonomic design that enhances precision and control; includes an optimized syringe-needle connection with the new Terumo K-Pack Enhance™ needle; and offers a premium color-coded packaging and syringe design to support easy range navigation for practitioners.4-7, 9,10 It sets a new standard in Injectable Aesthetic devices and demonstrates Galderma’s unwavering commitment to driving innovation to meet the needs of both practitioners and patients.

 

“Developing this new syringe in close collaboration with practitioners to address their specific needs has really set it apart. Repetitive hand movements like performing numerous injections every day can lead to strain and reduced mobility, but the syringe’s ergonomic design, with a cushioned finger grip and thumb rest ensure maximum comfort when injecting, supporting consistent, high‑quality results for patients.”

 

DR. LUDDI LUIZ OLIVEIRA

PLASTIC SURGEON

BRAZIL

 

Designed in collaboration with over 70 aesthetics practitioners, the next-generation Restylane syringe was optimized for ergonomic functionality, ease of aspiration, ease of operation, and a premium look and feel, resulting in an innovative syringe that supports practitioners with delivering premium results. 4,5,7,9 Additionally, the syringe was designed with sustainability in mind, with compact paper-only carton packaging that is 100% recyclable and reduces in-clinic waste by up to 30% based on volume reduction. 8,11

Galderma’s versatile Restylane portfolio is the only hyaluronic acid (HA) range offering four distinct technologies, NASHA®, NASHA HD™, OBT™, and SB-NASHA™, that offer firmer gels that provide contouring and structural support, to soft, flexible formulations that smooth facial lines and wrinkles for a more youthful look.12-19 With HA closest to the skin’s own, it is designed to deliver personalized, natural-looking outcomes that provide contour, definition, and hydration, meeting diverse patient needs across key areas of the face, décolletage, and in the hands.12-15,20-22 The new state-of-the-art syringe represents the next step in Restylane’s evolution, with a novel way to deliver its trusted premium results.

 

“This next-generation syringe reflects the latest advancements in injection design, giving aesthetic practitioners greater precision, improved ergonomics, and enhanced control. By refining every element of the injector experience, we aim to help clinicians deliver consistently premium results for their patients. Through direct collaboration with practitioners, Galderma continues to push the boundaries of aesthetic innovation, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to driving the field forwards."

 

BALDO SCASSELLATI SFORZOLINI, M.D., PH.D.

GLOBAL HEAD OF R&D

GALDERMA

 

The next-generation syringe is now approved for use in the EU, the U.S., and Canada with the NASHA® lidocaine range of Restylane products including, Restylane Lyft™ Lidocaine, Restylane Eyelight™ and Restylane-L™ (known as Classyc™ Lidocaine in some markets).1-3

With over 30 years of innovation and more than 77 million treatments administered worldwide, Restylane’s has an iconic heritage as a trusted, science-backed HA treatment that consistently delivers premium results. 23,24 Building on this heritage, the new state-of-the-art Restylane syringe demonstrates Galderma’s continued innovation, and solidifies its position at the forefront of aesthetics.

About the Restylane portfolio

Restylane HA treatments are designed differently to go beyond volumizing for natural-looking results. 21,25-27 Our HA is minimally modified and our innovative manufacturing process preserves its biocompatibility while creating individual products designed for a specific purpose.28-31 Powered by NASHA®, NASHA HD™, OBT™ and SB-NASHA™ technologies, Restylane offers gels with the highest firmness to the highest flexibility, enabling personalized treatments that deliver structural support, natural-looking results, and a healthy glow.12-19 Trusted for almost three decades, our HA gels work in sync with your skin for 100% natural-looking results.12,21,22

About Galderma

Galderma (SIX: GALD) is the pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body’s largest organ – the skin – meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story. For more information: www.galderma.com.

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For further information:

Christian Marcoux, M.Sc.

Chief Communications Officer

christian.marcoux@galderma.com

+41 76 315 26 50

Richard Harbinson

Corporate Communications Director

richard.harbinson@galderma.com

+41 76 210 60 62

Céline Buguet

Franchises and R&D Communications Director

celine.buguet@galderma.com

+41 76 249 90 87

Emil Ivanov

Head of Strategy, Investor Relations, and ESG

emil.ivanov@galderma.com

+41 21 642 78 12

Jessica Cohen

Investor Relations and Strategy Director

jessica.cohen@galderma.com

+41 21 642 76 43

 

Bureau Veritas: Sector-Leading Organic Revenue Growth of 6.5% in FY 2025

 

Strong margin improvement to 16.3% in FY 2025

Positive growth outlook with continued margin expansion in 2026

New EUR 200 million share buyback

 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bureau Veritas (BOURSE:BVI):

2025 key figures1

› Full-year revenue of EUR 6,466.4 million, up 6.5% organically (with 6.3% organic growth in Q4). At constant currency, the growth was up 7.3% year-on-year and up 3.6% on a reported basis,

› Adjusted operating profit of EUR 1,052.9 million, up 5.7% versus EUR 996.2 million in FY 2024, representing an adjusted operating margin of 16.3%, up 32 basis points year-on-year and up 51 basis points at constant currency,

› Operating profit of EUR 992.4 million, up 6.3% versus EUR 933.4 million in FY 2024,

› Adjusted net profit of EUR 631.4 million, up 1.7% versus EUR 620.7 million in FY 2024,

› Adjusted EPS stood at EUR 1.42 in 2025, with a 2.8% increase versus FY 2024 (EUR 1.38 per share) and up 9.2% at constant currency,

› Attributable net profit of EUR 588.0 million, up 3.3% versus EUR 569.4 million in FY 2024,

› Free Cash Flow of EUR 824.2 million, up 3.9% organically and up 2.6% at constant currency, and cash conversion of 107%2,

› Adjusted net debt/EBITDA ratio of 1.1x as of December 31, 2025, slightly up versus last year,

› Proposed dividend of EUR 0.92 per share3, up 2.2% year-on-year, payable in full in cash.

2025 highlights

› 2025 financial targets of revenue, margin and cash met or exceeded,

› Strong drivers of portfolio organic growth from higher energy investments, from the ongoing buildup of digital infrastructure and from clients demand for corporate and enterprise risk assessment solutions,

› Progressive LEAP I 28 strategy execution in its second year yielding tangible impact on operational leverage and functional scalability,

› New organization implementation to accelerate strategy execution,

› Portfolio refocusing continues with nine bolt-on acquisitions, and two divestments in non-core areas closed. These acquisitions added EUR 96 million in annualized revenue and support LEAP I 28 portfolio priorities of: i) Strengthening leadership positions in Buildings & Infrastructure; ii) Creating new strongholds in Power & Utilities and Renewables, Cybersecurity, and in Sustainability and iii) Optimizing value and impact in mature businesses; in Consumer Product Services and in Metals & Minerals. Year-to-date, three more bolt-on deals have been closed, contributing to c. EUR 5 million in annualized revenue,

› Double-digit shareholder returns based on EPS growth of c. 9% at constant currency, a dividend yield of c. 3% and enhanced by a EUR 200 million share buyback program (representing c. 1.5% of outstanding share capital).

2026 outlook

Bureau Veritas is starting the third year of LEAP I 28 strategy with sound market fundamentals. Building on a strong 2025 performance, the Group aims to deliver full year results for 2026 aligned with the financial ambition outlined in its strategy:

› Mid-to-high single-digit organic revenue growth,

› Improvement in adjusted operating margin at constant exchange rates,

› Strong cash flow generation.

Hinda Gharbi, Chief Executive Officer, commented:

“2025 was a year of solid progress for Bureau Veritas, with sector leading organic growth, strong margin expansion, and a disciplined execution of our LEAP | 28 strategy. I want to thank all our colleagues worldwide for their strong commitment and personal contributions.

In this passing year, the second of our strategic plan, we delivered results fully in line with our ambition to accelerate growth and enhance returns, supported by a strengthened portfolio and a tangible impact from our performance programs.

We again achieved double‑digit shareholder returns at constant currency, reflecting both the quality of our portfolio and the effectiveness of our strategy. With our new organizational structure now almost complete, we are better equipped to scale our product lines’ services within our regional platforms, drive cross‑selling, and elevate our customer service and stickiness.

As we start 2026, we remain focused on executing our growth and margin improvement plans, confident in the resilience of our evolving portfolio and in our ability to generate superior, sustainable value over the mid and long term. We are continuing to improve shareholder returns and will be launching a new EUR 200 million share buyback program, without hindering our M&A plans."

2025 KEY FIGURES

On February 24, 2026, the Board of Directors of Bureau Veritas approved the financial statements for the full year 2025. The main consolidated financial items are:

IN EUR MILLION	2025		2024		CHANGE		CONSTANT CURRENCY
Revenue	6,466.4		6,240.9		+3.6%		+7.3%
Adjusted operating profit(a)	1,052.9		996.2		+5.7%		+10.8%
Adjusted operating margin(a)	16.3%		16.0%		+32bps		+51bps
Operating profit	992.4		933.4		+6.3%		+11.2%
Adjusted net profit(a)	631.4		620.7		+1.7%		+8.1%
Attributable net profit	588.0		569.4		+3.3%		+9.3%
Adjusted EPS(a)	1.42		1.38		+2.8%		+9.2%
EPS	1.32		1.27		+4.3%		+10.4%
Operating cash-flow	1,006.7		1,004.8		+0.2%		+4.6%
Free cash flow(a)	824.2		843.3		(2.3)%		+2.6%
Adjusted net financial debt(a)	1,253.3		1,226.3		+2.2%
(a) Alternative performance indicators are presented, defined, and reconciled with IFRS in appendices 6 and 8 of this press release

2025 HIGHLIGHTS

2025 financial targets achieved with some exceeding expectations

› Mid-to-high single digit organic revenue growth in the full year

Group revenue in 2025 increased by 6.5% organically compared to 2024, including 6.3% in the fourth quarter, benefiting from underlying robust market trends across businesses and geographies.

› Improvement in adjusted operating margin at constant exchange rates

The Group delivered an adjusted operating margin of 16.3%, up 51 basis points at constant currency and up 32 basis points on a reported basis compared to 2024.

› Strong cash flow, with cash conversion4 above 90%

The Group achieved a strong cash flow with cash conversion of 107% in 2025.

Double-digit shareholder returns

AI: The New Insider Threat Facing Organizations

 

MEUDON, France - 

 Thales 2026 Data Threat Report Finds 70% of Organizations Rank AI as Top Data Security Risk

As AI systems gain broader access to enterprise data across environments, organizations must treat data visibility and encryption as core security elements.

 

AI-enabled deepfakes and misinformation are increasing the effectiveness of identity-based attacks. Today, credential theft is the leading attack technique against cloud infrastructure (67%). Nearly 60% of companies report deepfake-driven incidents, and 48% experience damage from AI-generated misinformation

 

Investment in AI security is growing, with 30% of companies allocating dedicated budgets; however, 53% are still relying on existing security budget

 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the Thales 2026 Data Threat Report, organizations across various markets including automotive, energy, finance and retail say the rapid pace of AI-driven transformation is now their biggest security challenge. Based on the report’s research, conducted by S&P Global 451 Research, 61% cite AI as their top data security risk. The concern is not only about malicious AI, but about the access it is being granted as it shifts from a tool to a trusted insider.

As enterprises embed AI into workflows, analytics, customer service, and development pipelines, these systems are being granted broad, automated access to enterprise data, often with fewer controls than those applied to human users in a corporate environment.

“Insider risk is no longer just about people. It is also about automated systems that have been trusted too quickly,” says Sebastien Cano, Senior Vice President, Cybersecurity Products at Thales. “When identity governance, access policies, or encryption are weak, AI can amplify those weaknesses across corporate environments far faster than any human ever could.”

Visibility Gaps Are Widening as AI Expands Data Reach

The report reveals a troubling disconnect between AI adoption and data control. Only 34% of organizations know where all their data resides, whatever the level of criticality, and just 39% can fully classify it. Meanwhile, nearly half (47%) of sensitive cloud data remains unencrypted.

As AI systems ingest and act on data across cloud and SaaS environments, limited visibility makes enforcing least-privilege access increasingly difficult, that is granting only the strictly necessary access rights. This increases the extent of exposure if credentials are compromised.

Identity infrastructure is now the primary attack surface. Credential theft remains the leading attack technique against cloud management infrastructure, cited by 67% of organizations experiencing cloud attacks. At the same time, 50% rank secrets management among their top application security challenges, reflecting the growing complexity of governing machine identities, API (interfaces de programmation applicative) keys, and tokens at scale.

AI Is Powering More Convincing Attacks

While organizations race to adopt AI, attackers are doing the same. Nearly 60% of companies report experiencing deepfake-driven attacks, and 48% report reputational damage tied to AI-generated misinformation or impersonation campaigns.

As AI introduces new risks, it also increases existing ones. Human error already contributes to 28% of breaches, and with automation layered on top, small mistakes can scale faster and spread wider.

Security Investment Is Shifting, But Not at the Pace of the new Risks

While organizations recognize the need to adapt, investment is not keeping pace with the rapid expansion of AI-driven access and automation. 30% now dedicate specific budgets to AI security, reflecting growing awareness. However, the majority (53%) still depend on traditional security programs built primarily for human users and perimeter-based controls. As machines increasingly authenticate, access, and act autonomously, many security strategies have yet to adjust to this shift in operating models.

“As AI becomes deeply embedded into enterprise operations, continuous data visibility and protection are no longer optional,” said Eric Hanselman, Chief Analyst at S&P Global 451 Research. “Organizations must treat data security strategy as foundational to innovation, not separate from it.”i

Trust Must Evolve as Machines Gain Access

AI is not replacing traditional threats; rather, it is intensifying them by increasing their speed, scale, and reach. As automated systems gain broader access to enterprise data, organizations must rethink identity, encryption, and data visibility as core infrastructure. The organizations that embed strong governance into their AI strategies will be better positioned to innovate securely and avoid turning AI into their newest insider threat.

For more information, please download the full report and join our webinar hosted by Eric Hanselman, Chief Analyst at S&P Global 451 Research.

About Thales

Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in advanced technologies for the Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors. Its portfolio of innovative products and services addresses several major challenges: sovereignty, security, sustainability and inclusion.

The Group invests more than €4 billion per year in Research & Development in key areas, particularly for critical environments, such as Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum and cloud technologies.

Thales has more than 83,000 employees in 68 countries. In 2024, the Group generated sales of €20.6 billion.

 

 

i Thales 2026 Data Threat Report, 2026, commissioned by Thales and conducted by S&P Global 451 Research

 

 

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Industrial Decarbonization: Calderion, WenCo and Terravent Invest in Graforce to Scale Plasma Pyrolysis Globally

BERLIN - Wednesday, 25. February 2026

(BUSINESS WIRE)--The investor consortium comprising the Paris-based Next Generation Fuels Industrial & Technological fund Calderion (Audacia), alongside infrastructure developer Terravent and WenCo Family Office, announces the closing of a strategic double-digit million-euro financing round for Berlin-based Graforce GmbH.

The investment is dedicated to the industrial scale-up of Graforce’s proprietary plasma pyrolysis technology, addressing the growing global demand for cost-efficient low-carbon hydrogen, syngas, and carbon removal solutions that are compatible with existing industrial infrastructures.

Disruptive alternative to conventional processes

Graforce’s technology aims at replacing CO₂-intensive legacy routes such as steam reforming and classical gasification. By applying plasma to methane, biogas, flare gas, and landfill gas, the process converts these streams into their valuable molecular components instead of emitting them.

The result is a high-efficiency production of clean hydrogen and syngas, while carbon is obtained as a high-purity industrial raw material that remains in material cycles. When biogenic feedstocks are used, the process enables a negative CO₂ footprint (Carbon Removal), as the carbon is permanently stored rather than released into the atmosphere. This modular approach allows for decentralized production directly at the point of consumption, significantly reducing transport costs and energy losses.

Strategic cooperation with RAG Austria AG

In parallel with the financing round, Graforce is deepening its partnership with energy storage company RAG Austria AG, which is providing targeted financial and industrial support for the further development of the methane plasma pyrolysis plant. The focus of the collaboration is on system optimization and industrial integration. This collaboration strengthens Graforce on its path to continuous industrial operation, increases plant efficiency, and supports the use of modular plants at locations with variable availability of renewable energies.

Use of Funds: Scale-up and market deployment

The funds will be used for technological advancement, the roll‑out of additional industrial plants, and international market development. Graforce plans to expand its production capacities to meet the rising demand from the steel, chemical, and transportation sectors.

Partner Statements

“With Graforce’s addition to our portfolio, Calderion strengthens its coverage of next-generation fuel value chains, combining CO₂ capture, plasma-based methane conversion and synthetic fuels. This enables integrated pathways from methane and CO₂ to low-carbon hydrogen and syngas, serving both industrial decarbonization and sustainable fuels for maritime and aviation. Graforce’s technology also offers natural hydrogen explorers a solution to valorize associated methane without CO₂ emissions,” explains Vincent Brillault, Founding Partner of Calderion.

“The flexibility to provide various product gases in a decentralized and emission-free manner closes a critical gap in the industrial value chain. We are contributing our project planning expertise to bring this technology to the global market,” adds Jens Rötteken, CEO of Terravent.

“This investment underscores the enormous potential of our plasmalysis technology for a sustainable energy transition. We look forward to working together to make our plasmalysis technology scalable and cost-effective,” says Dr. Jens Hanke, CEO of Graforce GmbH.

About the partners

Graforce GmbH – Pioneer of CO₂-free hydrogen and syngas technologies based on plasma pyrolysis, enabling the utilization of methane, biogas, flare and landfill gases as industrial resources. www.graforce.com

Calderion & Audacia – Initiated by Audacia, Calderion is an industrial deep-tech fund dedicated to scaling next-generation fuel technologies. Audacia is listed on Euronext Growth Paris. calderion.com | audacia.fr

Terravent – Investor and project developer with a focus on renewable energies and integrated hydrogen infrastructure. Over one gigawatt of projects realized in 25 years. www.terravent.de

Wen.Co.Invest – Oldenburg-based family office investing in innovative, sustainability‑oriented ventures for long‑term positive impact. www.wegasupport.de

 

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Tecnotree Wins in Two Categories at Asian Telecom Awards 2026

 ESPOO, Finland - Wednesday, 25. February 2026

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tecnotree, a global leader in AI-native digital business support systems for telecom operators, today announced it has won AI Initiative of the Year – United Arab Emirates and Digital Initiative of the Year – United Arab Emirates at the 2026 Asian Telecom Awards. Winning alongside Singtel, Mobicom, Telkomsel, MyRepublic, Telecom Malaysia, Ooredoo Kuwait, E& and many more reinforces Tecnotree’s industry-leading innovations in AI-powered customer engagement and digital experience platforms.

The awards recognise Tecnotree’s AI-powered Moments Engagement and Experience Management platform and the MVNE/MVNO CX Catalyst Initiative, two distinct but complementary capabilities that together demonstrate what it means to be a truly AI-native, TM Forum ODA-aligned operator platform.

AI Initiative of the Year: Moments Engagement and Experience Management

Tecnotree’s award-winning Moments platform redefines how communications service providers engage customers, moving from static, batch-driven campaigns to real-time, contextual experiences powered by GenAI and predictive intelligence.

Full Stack Data Model for Real-Time Events

At the foundation of the platform is a full stack real-time event data model that continuously ingests, processes, and enriches customer signals across the entire lifecycle, from network usage and app interactions to billing events, support touchpoints, and location triggers. This always-on data layer provides the live context engine that powers every downstream decisioning and engagement capability.

GenAI-Powered Segmentation Across Channels

Leveraging generative AI agents, the platform performs dynamic, predictive segmentation that goes far beyond traditional RFM or rule-based cohorts. AI models continuously score and re-segment customers based on behavioural trajectories, propensity signals, and predicted lifetime value - generating hyper-relevant micro-segments in real time without manual analyst intervention. These segments are instantly actionable across every engagement channel: email, SMS, USSD, IVR, in-app landing pages, and WhatsApp.

Next-Best-Offer and Next-Best-Action Engines

Integrated NBO and NBA decisioning engines evaluate each customer’s context, including usage patterns, sentiment signals, churn risk indicators, and current journey stage, to surface the most commercially and experientially relevant action at precisely the right moment. Whether the trigger is a data threshold breach, a contract anniversary, a failed self-service attempt, or a competitor tenure milestone, the platform responds with personalised, channel-optimised engagement that drives conversion, reduces churn, and increases average revenue per user.

Deployment results across the UAE have demonstrated strong commercial performance, with measurable uplifts in conversion rates, revenue, and customer lifetime value.

Digital Initiative of the Year: MVNE/MVNO - Launching New Brands and Business Models on an AI-Native ODA Stack

Complementing its engagement capabilities, Tecnotree’s CX Catalyst Initiative demonstrates the extraordinary flexibility of Tecnotree BSS Suite 5.0, an AI-native, TM Forum Open Digital Architecture (ODA)-aligned platform purpose-built for B2B2X business models in launching and scaling MVNE and MVNO operations with speed and commercial agility.

Enabling New Brands and Business Models

In a market where the ability to launch new digital brands, serve niche segments, and experiment with alternative B2B2X business models is a critical competitive differentiator, Tecnotree BSS Suite 5.0 provides a composable, cloud-native foundation that makes MVNO and MVNE deployment radically faster and more cost-effective. Operators can spin up new brands, whether targeting youth, enterprise, IoT verticals, or digital-first communities, without duplicating infrastructure or rebuilding BSS/OSS stacks from scratch.

Flexibility of the AI-Native ODA Stack

Tecnotree BSS Suite 5.0 is built on a microservices architecture fully aligned with TM Forum Open APIs and ODA component standards, delivering the modularity and interoperability that B2B2X business models demand. Each functional component, from product catalogue and order management to billing, partner management, customer lifecycle orchestration, and wholesale settlement, operates as an independent, API-exposed capability that can be assembled, scaled, or replaced without disrupting the broader stack.

This architecture allows MVNOs to bring differentiated propositions to market in weeks rather than months, while MVNE operators can onboard multiple virtual operators and B2B2X partners on a shared but logically isolated platform, reducing total cost of ownership while maximising revenue per network element across every layer of the value chain.

AI-native capabilities are embedded throughout BSS Suite 5.0: predictive churn models, automated lifecycle interventions, and GenAI-powered self-service experiences are available to every brand and partner on the platform from day one, not bolted on as afterthoughts. This means even the smallest MVNO or B2B2X reseller can compete with the customer experience sophistication of a Tier 1 operator.

“Being recognised in two key categories at the Asian Telecom Awards reflects the depth and breadth of what we are building at Tecnotree,” said Prianca Ravichander, CCO & CMO, Tecnotree. ‘’Our Moments platform shows that AI-native engagement isn’t a feature, it’s a full stack architecture, from real-time event data from the channels to the network right into our GenAI segmentation, NBO, and NBA across every channel. And Tecnotree BSS Suite 5.0 proves that the same AI-native ODA stack can power entirely new B2B2X brands and business models for MVNOs, MVNEs, and digital brands, with the speed and flexibility the market demands. Together, these wins are a testament to what it means to be built for the intelligence era - not just adapted to it.”

About Tecnotree

Tecnotree is a global provider of AI-native digital business support and customer experience solutions for telecom operators and beyond. Its platforms power commerce monetisation, lifecycle orchestration, and personalised engagement for traditional CSPs, MVNOs, and new digital brands, enabling operators to accelerate digital transformation, increase revenue, and strengthen customer loyalty.

 

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Yubico Unveils “YubiNation Partners”: A New Era of Global Channel Partnership to Secure Digital Identities in the Age of AI

 SANTA CLARA, Calif. & STOCKHOLM - Tuesday, 24. February 2026 AETOSWire 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Yubico (NASDAQ STOCKHOLM: YUBICO), a modern cybersecurity company and creator of the most secure passkeys, today announced the launch of YubiNation Partners, a new global Channel program designed to unite a community of security experts. In the face of growing AI-driven cyber threats, the program enables partners to become trusted advisors and cultivate a safer digital world for their customers, making identities private and secure.

As the average cost of a corporate security breach climbs to $4.4 million*, with phishing remaining a primary attack vector, the industry can no longer rely on passwords alone. In fact, a 2026 Total Economic Impact study from Forrester Consulting commissioned by Yubico, found that by replacing traditional multi-factor authentication (MFA) and one-time passwords (OTP) with YubiKeys, customers achieved a 265% return on investment (ROI). This effectively eliminated phishing and credential-theft risks, reducing an organization’s risk exposure to breach costs from addressable attacks by 99.99%.

With the ever changing landscape, YubiNation Partners is more important than ever, transforming the traditional reseller model into a strategic engine for growth, empowering partners to deliver the gold standard in phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication (MFA) and help customers go passwordless at speed and scale.

“With YubiNation Partners, Yubico is embracing a Partner-first strategy, moving beyond traditional resale to build a dedicated community of security experts who are shaping the future of digital identity,” said Bettina Vahl, Vice President of Global Channels at Yubico. “This program is built to turn our partners into true trusted advisors, giving them the innovation, speed and scale they need to help customers go passwordless and stay secure everywhere.”

Welcome to YubiNation Partners: Built to Accelerate Partner Success at Scale

The new program features four distinct partnership tiers specifically designed to recognize technical expertise, investment, and collaboration. Each tier unlocks deeper enablement and benefits:

Bronze (Building the Foundation): Focuses on rapid enablement through the Yubico Academy and authorized distributors to help teams deliver value immediately.

Silver (Expanding Impact): Unlocks lead sharing, and co-sell support for opportunities involving 200+ users.

Gold (Accelerating at Scale): Receives priority access to Market Development Funds (MDF), a dedicated go-to-market team, and a Not-for-Resale (NFR) allocation of up to 25 keys per quarter to support technical readiness.

Platinum (Leading the Way): Strongest deal incentives, services leads, direct access to MDF, invitations to exclusive strategic events and business planning sessions, and an NFR allocation of up to 50 keys per quarter.

Yubico Academy: The destination spot for effective Channel enablement

Over the past year, Yubico has significantly expanded the Yubico Academy to support roles across our partner ecosystem: 100-series (Essentials), 200-series (Sales), and 300-series (Technical Sales), including completing a proof of concept with a 4th level of certification, the 400-series focused on Professional Services.

After incorporating feedback from partners worldwide, today Yubico is also making the 400-series available to Platinum and Gold tier partners. This program reinforces the mission to treat partners as an extension of Yubico’s team and strengthens the partner networks’ ability to streamline our customers’ path to phishing-resistance. It also allows partners to leverage their expertise in a wider array of solutions to deliver additional Professional Services that ultimately enable customer success.

“The feedback from both my colleagues and I regarding the new Professional Services certifications has been overwhelmingly positive, particularly concerning the specialized vendor modules,” said Felix Brand, CISSP and cybersecurity architect at Germany-based Yubico partner, SVA. “This structured approach provided a highly targeted experience that directly aligns with the unique needs and strengths of each individual consulting partner.”

Innovating for the Future of Identity

YubiNation Partners is built to help trusted advisors capture demand in a fast-moving market. Currently, over 30% of the Fortune 500 and 18 of the top 20 AI companies rely on YubiKeys to secure their workforces. By joining YubiNation, channel partners can leverage this brand authority to shorten sales cycles, drive recurring revenue and shape the future of securing digital identity.

The program creates a unified ecosystem where partners can advise, build and resell, supported by tailored enablement and campaign kits that drive measurable impact.

“We see Yubico’s updated channel program as a strong step forward in supporting strategic partners like Zones. The investments in enablement, tiering, and services alignment position us to drive greater impact together in the identity security market,” said Jake Pederson, director software, cloud and security alliances at Zones. “By elevating partner certifications and Professional Services integration, the program empowers Zones to differentiate through technical expertise and end-to-end delivery excellence at global scale.”

Availability

Existing partners will be automatically placed into one of the four program tiers based on current criteria, such as revenue growth and Yubico Academy certifications completed. New partners looking to advance their security mission and join the YubiNation Partners community can submit a Partner Application starting today on the Yubico website or through their local Yubico distributor.

For more information, visit the YubiNation Partners website.

*Source: IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report 2025

About Yubico

Yubico (Nasdaq Stockholm: YUBICO), the inventor of the YubiKey, offers the gold standard for phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication (MFA), stopping account takeovers in their tracks and making secure login easy and available for everyone. Since the company was founded in 2007, it has been a leader in setting global standards for secure access to computers, mobile devices, servers, browsers, and internet accounts. Yubico is a creator and core contributor to the FIDO2, WebAuthn, and FIDO Universal 2nd Factor (U2F) open authentication standards, and is a pioneer in delivering hardware-based passwordless authentication using the highest assurance passkeys to customers in 160+ countries.

Yubico’s solutions enable passwordless logins using the most secure form of passkey technology. YubiKeys work out-of-the-box across hundreds of consumer and enterprise applications and services, delivering strong security with a fast and easy experience.

As part of its mission to make the digital world safer for everyone, Yubico donates YubiKeys to organizations helping at-risk individuals through the philanthropic initiative, Secure it Forward. The company is headquartered in Stockholm and Santa Clara, CA. For more information on Yubico, visit us at www.yubico.com.

 

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AtkinsRéalis and Futurecity Launch Global Cultural Partnership to Shape the Future of Middle East Cities

New partnership debuting at MIPIM 2026 brings cultural strategy to the forefront of major urban development

 

AtkinsRéalis, the global design and engineering consultancy, and Futurecity, the leading cultural placemaking agency, have extended their work together on major projects in the Middle East into a strategic partnership to embed culture and placemaking as a core driver of urban development.

This groundbreaking partnership will be formally launched at MIPIM Cannes 2026 and will prioritise major projects across the Middle East. The collaboration responds to a fast-growing regional shift as governments and now developers place cultural identity, liveability and creativity at the heart of their long-term urban agendas.

Together, both companies will support governments, master developers, and city leaders in the built environment by embedding cultural value, social impact, and place identity from the earliest stages of planning and design.

A key pillar of the partnership is the Futurecity Lab, an innovative platform dedicated to exploring ideas in cultural foresight, creative economic insight, and people-centered design. The first pilot projects have already begun, and the partnership will present the Lab’s initial outputs and outline the next phase of the partnership.

Matthew Tribe, Senior Vice President, Buildings and Places, AtkinsRéalis, said: “Across the Middle East, cities are undergoing profound transformation, with culture emerging as a defining catalyst of change. This partnership embodies our shared conviction that cultural intelligence is essential to shaping the next generation of urban environments.”

He added: “By uniting AtkinsRéalis’ design and engineering excellence with Futurecity’s cultural strategy, we give governments and developers the strategic foundation to create places with clear identity, enduring value, and purpose.”

Mark Davy, CEO and Founder of Futurecity, said: “I have seen at first-hand how arts and culture have become essential placemaking tools for the development and regeneration of cities across the world. This unique partnership with AtkinsRéalis offers an unprecedented opportunity to ensure cultural thinking is integrated from the very beginning of the masterplanning process as a critical element of urban infrastructure”

He added: “We will bring our experience of working on 400 placemaking and cultural projects, across a wide range of property typologies to provide expertise and insight in cultural masterplanning, place-narrative development, public-art strategies, cultural-brokering, cultural-trends research, and destination-strategies for emerging destinations.”

AtkinsRéalis and Futurecity will jointly engage with leading global real estate and built environment platforms including Cityscape, MIPIM, MIPIM Middle East, the Future Investment Initiative (FII), and other global forums. The partnership positions both organisations as key voices in culturally led, human-centric urban development.

About AtkinsRéalis

Created by the integration of long-standing organisations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services company dedicated to engineering better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset, including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital.

Learn more at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

About Futurecity

Founded in 2007, Futurecity is a global cultural placemaking agency that works with governments, developers and design teams to embed culture as a core driver of urban development. With over 400 major projects delivered across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and North America, Futurecity is recognised as a leader in integrating arts and culture into cities from the earliest stages of planning. Projects include masterplans and strategies for Battersea Power Station, Wembley Park, Canary Wharf, and the City of London Financial District. Active in the Middle East since 2016, Futurecity has worked on strategies for Red Sea Global, Diriyah City of Earth, King Abdullah Financial District and the Riyadh Art-Noor Festival. Futurecity shapes distinctive, people-centred places with long-term social, cultural and economic value.

Lear more at www.futurecity.co.uk and follow us on LinkedIn

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