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YY Group (NASDAQ: YYGH) Advances AI Training Data Strategy with Launch of Training Lab and Pilot Robotics Deployments in Singapore

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Singapore Humanoid Robot Training Lab Powered by NVIDIA Accelerated Computing Technology

Establishes a “Human-Robot Co-Working” framework, positioning the Company to offer AI-enhanced labor solutions across hospitality, retail and other service environments

SINGAPORE, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — YY Group Holding Limited (NASDAQ: YYGH) (“YY Group” or the “Company”), an AI-native workforce management platform and integrated facility management (IFM) provider operating across Asia and beyond, today announced the next stage of the AI training data strategy it introduced on April 22, 2026: the launch of its Humanoid Robotics Training Lab in Singapore, complemented by pilot deployments of humanoid robots in two of Singapore’s leading commercial retail and hospitality facilities. Taken together, these initiatives form YY Group’s “Human-Robot Co-Working” framework, the foundation of the Company’s long-term plans for the commercialization of physical AI.

The Singapore lab will complement the Johor, Malaysia AI training and data collection facility YY Group announced in April. Both facilities will capture structured, real-world human activity data – drawing on the Company’s network of over 500,000 workers across hospitality, food and beverage, facility maintenance, security and other service roles – and use that data to train and refine service robots for deployment alongside human workers in live service environments. The Singapore lab, which will operate on NVIDIA accelerated computing technology, will also serve as an exhibition space for client demonstrations.

To augment its training data capture and transition these robotic capabilities from the lab to the market, the Company is partnering with a prominent shopping mall and luxury hotel in Singapore to pilot humanoid robot deployments in real-world service settings. They will work side-by-side with human professionals, allowing the Company to gather operational data and physical-interaction telemetry to further refine robots’ spatial awareness and task performance while also increasing human teams’ efficiency.

Mike Fu, Chief Executive Officer of YY Group, commented: “Our Human-Robot Co-Working framework is built on a simple principle: robots handle repetitive and physically demanding tasks while human workers focus on higher-value service. With the Johor facility, Singapore lab and pilot deployments underway, we are not just training robots; we are building a collaborative ecosystem where human expertise and robotic precision benefit one another. We are turning a unique data advantage – a network of more than 500,000 workers across 12 countries – into a new generation of AI-enhanced workforce solutions that can be replicated at scale, tapping into higher-margin revenue opportunities while creating value for human workers and operators alike.”

The Company’s AI training data and automation initiatives advance the Agentic and Robotic Automation module of the four-module AI framework the Company outlined in its May 11, 2026 Strategic Update, positioning YY Group to serve clients with hybrid workforce models that combine human talent and automation to address chronic labor shortages, and to supply structured real-world datasets to technology companies developing robotics and AI systems. Consistent with the disciplined capital approach reaffirmed in the Strategic Update, these initiatives are supported by the Company’s existing resources and do not alter its FY2026 revenue guidance of US$103 million to US$110 million or its path to profitability.

About YY Group Holding

YY Group Holding Limited (Nasdaq: YYGH) is an AI-native workforce management platform and integrated facility management (IFM) provider, headquartered in Singapore and operating across Asia and beyond. The Company’s intelligent workforce solutions platform, YY Circle, helps clients across hospitality, food and beverage, retail, and other service sectors predict, plan, and optimize workforce deployment. In YY Group’s IFM business, its 24IFM software platform and comprehensive IFM subsidiary portfolio support clients across hospitality, transportation, banking, retail, and mixed-use facilities.

As both business lines scale, the Company is systematically embedding AI and automation capabilities – progressing from intelligent decision support toward increasingly autonomous workforce management – to improve service quality, reduce deployment costs, and drive long-term margin expansion. Listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market, YY Group is committed to infrastructure innovation, measurable client outcomes, and long-term value creation.

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Cruise passenger hailed as hero after jumping into water to save 84-year-old man

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A Carnival Cruise Line passenger is being praised as a hero after jumping into the water to help an elderly man who fell from a pier during a cruise stop in Mexico.

The incident occurred May 19 while Carnival Jubilee was docked in Costa Maya.

Carnival Cruise Line confirmed the incident to Fox News Digital, saying an elderly guest fell into the water while returning to the ship.

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“Our security team responded immediately, and the guest was safely recovered and transported to the ship’s medical center for care,” the cruise line said in a statement. 

“He debarked the ship in Galveston at the end of the cruise.”

Carnival Glory cruise ship docked at Costa Maya cruise port in Mexico

A Carnival Cruise Line passenger is being hailed as a hero for diving into the water to rescue an elderly man who fell off a pier during a stop in Mexico. (Jeff Greenberg/Universal Images Group)

Video of the rescue later circulated on social media — showing a passenger identified only as Myron removing his shoes and jumping into the water after spotting the man struggling near the ship.

Myron’s wife, Amy, said on social media the man was face down in the water when her husband sprang into action.

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Myron reached the man and kept him afloat until help arrived, the wife said.

“Without a moment’s hesitation, my husband [leaped] into the water,” she wrote in a TikTok post describing the rescue.

Passengers aboard a cruise ship admiring Cartagena cityscape with container port in foreground

The incident occurred on May 19 while Carnival Jubilee was docked in Costa Maya (not pictured). (iStock)

“He managed to grab hold of the elderly man, lift him onto his shoulder and cradle him safely until assistance arrived to lift them both out of the water,” the wife, Amy, added.

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The rescue also drew praise on social media, with many users applauding Myron’s quick actions and willingness to help a stranger.

“The right people are always exactly where they should be.”

“The fact that he tried to walk off without any recognition just shows what an amazing human he is, humble and kind,” one user wrote.

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Others described the cruiser as being in the right place at the right time.

One commenter wrote, “I’m a firm believer that the right people are always exactly where they should be.”

Passengers disembark from the Carnival Dream cruise ship at a sunny port in Cozumel Mexico

The rescue earned widespread praise on social media, with many users commending the man for his swift response and readiness to assist someone else in need. (iStock)

“He’s truly a hero,” another user added. “Not many people would do what he did!”

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Amy later shared that the couple received recognition onboard, including commemorative pins, a complimentary dinner at the ship’s steakhouse and a thank-you message from their stateroom attendant.

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CHIGEE Launches XR-1: A Screen-Free Motorcycle Dash Cam That Records Every Ride and Speaks Up When It Counts

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Front-and-rear 1080P 60FPS recording, automatic start, voice alerts and hidden installation, now a 2026 MUSE Design Awards Gold Winner.

SHENZHEN, China, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CHIGEE today announced the XR-1, a discreet motorcycle dash cam built for riders who want protection without extra complexity. The XR-1 starts recording the moment the motorcycle powers on, captures front and rear footage automatically, and confirms its status out loud — then tucks out of sight, leaving the cockpit clean and the bike’s original look intact.

The CHIGEE XR-1 — 2026 MUSE Design Awards Gold Winner.
The CHIGEE XR-1 — 2026 MUSE Design Awards Gold Winner.

Hidden installation: the XR-1 main unit tucks discreetly inside the bike's bodywork.
Hidden installation: the XR-1 main unit tucks discreetly inside the bike’s bodywork.

Once the bike starts, it records continuously in the background, with loop recording overwriting the oldest clips so riders never have to clean up files. Proactive voice guidance monitors recording status, SD card, camera connection and system errors, speaking up the moment something needs attention — so riders set off knowing the device is ready, not hoping it is. Voice prompts are available in English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese and Korean.

When something goes wrong, the XR-1 protects what matters. Emergency Lock detects sudden impact or abnormal movement and locks the current clip so it can’t be overwritten, and helps preserve footage if power is cut without warning. Parking Guard keeps watch after the engine is off, waking from low-power standby to record knocks, tip-overs and hit-and-runs while the rider is away.

Footage quality is built on a 64-bit Arm Cortex-A53 processor — the same platform behind CHIGEE’s flagship AIO-6 display — driving 1080P recording at up to 60FPS, with Smart HDR, a 136° wide-angle view and intelligent stabilization for smooth, clear results in real riding conditions. Clips transfer to the CHIGEE GO app over a dedicated 5GHz Wi-Fi link at speeds above 10MB/s, fast enough to save and share before the helmet comes off.

Engineered to CHIGEE standards, the XR-1 main unit is rated IP69K with IP68 cameras, using PC+TPU dual-shot construction and an aluminum-alloy heat structure to withstand rain, vibration, heat and high-pressure washing. An optional GPS Remote Control adds handlebar control and ride tracking.

The CHIGEE XR-1 is now officially on sale at the official CHIGEE website, priced at US$219.

About CHIGEE

CHIGEE develops smart riding technology for motorcyclists, bringing car-grade intelligence and safety to two wheels.

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AFL clears troubled Geelong forward Tyson Stengle to make long-awaited return to play

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The AFL has cleared troubled Geelong forward Tyson Stengle to return to play.

Under the AFL’s medical model, Stengle was not allowed to take the field for the Cats at any level as he battled a number of off-field issues.

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As recently as April, the 2022 All-Australian’s career hung in the balance after he cut off all ties with his management and had little contact with anyone at Geelong.

To that point, he had spent much of the previous six months in Adelaide with a young daughter and his future was at a crossroads.

He then emerged for the first time in the Geelong rooms after the Cats’ Round 7 loss to Port Adelaide as he continued to work through his complex personal situation.

Since then, the premiership goalkicker has returned to Victoria and resumed training with the Cats, who are now hopeful he can play VFL as early as next week.

“I think the key issue here will be the conditioning of Tyson Stengle; is he fit enough to perform in a VFL match to avoid any soft tissue injuries?” Mitch Cleary said on Wednesday night’s edition of The Agenda Setters.

“Don’t forget, he had an interrupted pre-season, he came back, he went away again. So this has been an interrupted build-up for Tyson. They are going to want to make sure that when he does return, he’s bullet-proof in terms of his body.”

Tyson Stengle has been cleared to make a return.
Tyson Stengle has been cleared to make a return. Credit: 7NEWS

Nick Riewoldt said if ever there was a club who could navigate a complex situation like Stengle’s, it’s Geelong.

“Geelong have been the masters of managing players like this, and you are afforded that luxury when you have the record that Geelong do,” he said.

“You bank wins and there’s an important aspect of getting players cherry-ripe for finals. We’ve seen them do it with Dangerfield.

“So, that is good news. He makes them better. They just want him to come in and then stay in.”

At Collingwood, a similar narrative is unfolding at the time.

The Magpies’ 2023 Norm Smith medallist Bobby Hill, who, like Stengle, has also had significant time away from the club in recent months, is finally eyeing a return to play.

Hill appeared close to a return early last month before taking another period of leave, but re-emerged back at training on Wednesday.

“Great to see him back at training today. He was given a three-week leave of absence after the birth of his third child,” Cleary said.

“Collingwood’s been incredibly accommodating around Bobby Hill, but I understand there were conversations last week held between Bobby and key figures at the Collingwood footy club that Bobby essentially interpreted it as, ‘I need to get back and I’m running out of time’.

“Great to see him back today because if that didn’t occur, I think there would have been conversations to be had in future weeks around his contract.”

Bobby Hill has also made a return to training.
Bobby Hill has also made a return to training. Credit: 7NEWS

Cleary stopped short of calling it “an ultimatum” given to him by Collingwood, “But I think Bobby got the sense that, ‘If I don’t get back in the short-term, I’m running out of time to have an impact in season 2026’,” he said.

Riewoldt added: “He definitely makes them better. They’d be desperate for him to come back into a sputtering forward line.

“He’s banked a lot of credits and he would have with his teammates through his on-field performance.

“Would they be reaching a point now where there’s a level of frustration? There have been a lot of false starts here.”

Tom Morris: “Yeah, for sure. And there has been at Geelong as well with Tyson Stengle, there was last year with Jamara Ugle-Hagan, there was at Melbourne with Clayton Oliver as well.

“There’s no doubt players want Bobby Hill back in the team, but they’ve been frustrated because there’s a belief that he’s been a little bit unreliable across the journey, which I don’t think is too controversial to say.”

Cleary: “You say some players want him back. — there are also some players that want to see a level of trust built up still with Bobby Hill.

“Three weeks away for Bobby Hill from the footy club. He was just building up his fitness before he took this latest leave. So I think that’s going to reset now. He’s going to have to go again for a month in the VFL before he puts his name up for AFL selection.”

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Agoda: Batam and Phu Quoc See More Than 200% Rise in School Holiday Travel Interest from Indonesian Families

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SINGAPORE, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ahead of the upcoming school holidays, Agoda data shows Indonesian travelers planning a wide mix of domestic and international trips, from island escapes to city breaks and nature retreats. Accommodation searches for destinations such as Batam and Phu Quoc rose by more than 200% compared to the same period last year.

School holidays remain one of the key travel periods for Indonesian families, and this year travelers are combining meaningful journeys with leisure experiences.

International destinations are seeing a rise in interest

Beach and island escapes continue to see strong interest, with destinations such as Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam recording a 224% increase, reflecting rising interest in accessible, visa-friendly getaways. Phu Quoc Island is gaining popularity for its white-sand beaches, the world’s longest sea-crossing cable car, and expansive entertainment hubs like VinWonders and Vinpearl Safari. 

Chinese cities Hangzhou and Guangzhou also saw increased interest, with searches up 122% and 80% respectively. Families are exploring the cities for shopping, food, theme parks, and urban attractions, while destinations such as Jeju in South Korea also recorded a 69% increase in searches for family holidays.

Domestic destinations gain traction among family travelers

Beach and island destinations also see strong growth domestically, with Batam Island recording a 236% increase in accommodation searches, making it one of the most popular destinations for the holiday period among families. With pristine beaches, vibrant culinary scene, and proximity to Singapore, Batam continues to appeal to Indonesian travelers as a convenient short-haul getaway for families.

Domestic cities such as Makassar and Cirebon are also seeing growing interest, up 62% and 53% respectively, supported by their culinary and cultural appeal. Nature destinations, particularly around Lake Toba such as Samosir (36%) and Parapat (47%), along with Bukittinggi (39%), continue to attract travelers seeking scenic landscapes and cooler climates during the school holiday period.

Gede Gunawan, Senior Country Director, Indonesia at Agoda says, “With the school holiday just around the corner, these trending destinations indicate an exciting travel season ahead, promising new experiences for Indonesian travelers both domestically and internationally. The growth in accommodation searches highlights the diverse travel aspirations of Indonesians. Agoda is committed to making these journeys easier and more memorable, with a wide range of options tailored to every traveler’s needs.”

With over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, Agoda enables travelers to plan and combine every part of the journey in one place. Running from 7 May to 21 May, Agoda’s 21st Birthday Sale will offer up to 60% off on hotel bookings, with a special flash sale of up to 70% on 19 May and exclusive deals on flights and activities. Discover more on Agoda’s mobile app or at Agoda.com.

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GIGABYTE Opens COMPUTEX 2026 with ENTER INFINITY, Where AI, Gaming, and PC Innovation Unite

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TAIPEI, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GIGABYTE, the world’s leading computer brand, today officially opened COMPUTEX 2026 under the theme “ENTER INFINITY,” drawing strong visitor engagement across next-generation PC innovation, gaming, and intelligent computing showcases. Marking its 40th anniversary, GIGABYTE presents ENTER INFINITY not simply as a celebration of its history, but as a continuation of four decades of engineering innovation that shaped the evolution of performance computing.

GIGABYTE Opens COMPUTEX 2026 with ENTER INFINITY, Where AI, Gaming, and PC Innovation Unite
GIGABYTE Opens COMPUTEX 2026 with ENTER INFINITY, Where AI, Gaming, and PC Innovation Unite

GIGABYTE’s premium gaming brand, AORUS, takes center stage with the INFINITY Series, a comprehensive lineup of motherboards, graphics cards, peripherals, and chassis. The lineup is led by the flagship X870E AORUS INFINITY NEXT, pushing limits further with aerospace-inspired engineering, featuring an industry-first 3D metal-printed cooling component and space-grade Quad OptiMOS power architecture built for next-generation AI and high-performance computing.

Together with AORUS GeForce RTX™ 50 Series INFINITY graphics cards, the AORUS C510 GLASS INFINITY chassis, and matching peripherals such as the AORUS K10 INFINITY gaming keyboard and AORUS M10 INFINITY gaming mouse, the series reflects GIGABYTE’s continued focus on merging engineering performance with elevated PC craftsmanship.

Beyond gaming hardware, GIGABYTE is also showcasing how AI is increasingly becoming part of everyday computing workflows through its expanding AI ecosystem. Across AI TOP, AI BOX, and exclusive AI Agent, GiMATE, on AI gaming laptops, visitors can experience how hardware and software are being optimized together to simplify local AI development, which highlights GIGABYTE’s broader vision of making AI more accessible across gaming, creation, and productivity scenarios.

The showcase further highlights how aesthetics is becoming an increasingly important part of PC builds, featuring STEALTH cableless design and the expanded AERO WOOD that brings cleaner builds and more lifestyle-oriented craftsmanship to high-performance PCs. Alongside these designs, a broader lineup of high-performance motherboards, graphics cards, and AORUS ELITE Series gaming monitors, delivering more immersive gaming and visual experiences across the show floor. Please visit ENTER INFINITY at the GIGABYTE Consumer Booth (4F, Booth No. M0520) and Enterprise Booth (1F, Booth No. K0802) during COMPUTEX 2026, and explore more at: COMPUTEX 2026: GIGABYTE & AORUS Press Kit.

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Beloved theme park to close for good, ending nearly 50 years of family memories

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Washingtonians are already mourning the impending loss of a beloved theme and water park, with many residents still in disbelief months after the closure was announced.

Wild Waves Theme Park, located in Federal Way, Washington, announced last year it would close at the end of the 2026 season.

The park’s final day is scheduled for Nov. 1. Months ahead of the closure, residents are heralding the end of an era.

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Commenters have been weighing in on Wild Waves’ recent Facebook posts and hoping the park can still be salvaged.

“I hope we can find a new owner to help save the park,” one Facebook user wrote recently.

View of Wild Waves sign and water slide

Wild Waves Theme Park is set to close after nearly five decades of serving families and guests across the Pacific Northwest. (Jonathan Park/Alamy)

“Shouldn’t be closing. … The majority of people want it to remain,” another person said.

“We don’t want it to close,” a third user wrote. “I do hope there [is] a buyer real quick.”

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Still another user wrote, “Lots of fond memories to remember. Such a fun place to go. … Sad to see it closing down permanently.”

The park features an array of water rides and multiple roller coasters, including its signature wooden roller coaster, Timberhawk: Ride of Prey, according to its website.

In November, Wild Waves’ operator, Premier Parks, announced it would be shutting down permanently, citing mounting financial losses following the COVID-19 pandemic.

We are thankful for our guests, team members and the community of Federal Way.”

“We are thankful for our guests, team members and the community of Federal Way for supporting Wild Waves and creating so many thrills and great memories with families and friends,” Kieran Burke, president and owner of Premier Parks, said in a statement.

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“Unfortunately, the rising cost of ongoing operations since reopening after the COVID shutdown has generated millions in losses, which forces us to discontinue operations at the end of our 2026 season.”

The park opened in 1977. It has since “welcomed millions of guests across the Pacific Northwest region, offering a unique combination of theme park thrills and refreshing water park fun,” the company said.

View of empty water slides at Wild Waves

Residents in Washington are sharing memories and emotional reactions ahead of Wild Waves’ final operating season. (Jonathan Park/Alamy)

Fox News Digital reached out to Wild Waves for further comment.

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The future closure of Wild Waves comes as some other theme parks across the U.S. revamp or close longtime attractions.

Many theme park fans complain that popular parks are dismantling attractions they view as nostalgic.

View of roller coaster at Wild Waves park at night

Wild Waves, seen above, has offered guests roller coasters, water attractions and family entertainment since opening in 1977. (Jonathan Park/Alamy)

In May, Universal Orlando began demolishing portions of its decades-old Lost Continent area at Islands of Adventure, prompting emotional reactions from longtime fans.

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In April, Walt Disney World began replacing some longtime Frontierland attractions as part of a major expansion project.

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Essendon face ‘soft cap’ question as Brad Scott’s payout details emerge

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Questions are suddenly being asked around Essendon’s “soft cap” management after it has come to light that the embattled club will pay out sacked coach Brad Scott in full this year.

The revelation comes after CEO Tim Roberts confirmed last week that the club could manage the financial impact of Scott’s departure, despite widespread concerns about soft cap pressures at Essendon, and across the competition.

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Scott, who was thought to be earning between $800,000 and $1 million annually, will receive the payment for the remainder of this season which, importantly for Essendon’s next coach, means it won’t impact the soft cap in 2027.

“And the AFL have agreed that all that money will go into their soft cap this year,” veteran journalist Caroline Wilson said on Channel 7’s The Agenda Setters.

However, questions have been raised about how a struggling Essendon could have such a significant amount available in their soft cap (the money clubs can spend on their football department operations, including coaches, list managers, and fitness staff), when other clubs are reporting severe financial constraints.

AFL great Luke Hodge said it was impossible to fathom how Essendon could have “a spare million dollars” to pay Scott’s salary into this year’s soft cap.

“Did they go with less staff (this year)?” asked Hodge, while Collingwood premiership hero Dale Thomas asked, “Who are they paying there?”

AFL expert Kane Cornes said Essendon needed to explain themselves.

“If they have $800,000 spare at a struggling club, which could be (spent on) two development coaches, it could be a masseuse, it could be another doctor … with their injury list …. what are they doing? How could it not be spent?” Cornes asked.

“Now, I might be overreacting here, but I think at least the Bombers need to explain to their supporters how there could be, when clubs are screaming about how tight this is, how assistant coaches are underpaid, a spare $800,000 to $1 million that they can just hand a cheque to Brad Scott for doing nothing?

“We look forward to the explanation.”

The club has not confirmed whether welfare boss Ben Robbins and assistant coach Ben Jacobs, who both departed following Scott’s sacking, have been paid out for the remainder of the year.

If they resigned of their own volition, they may not be entitled to payouts.

“So there’s a chance that they are not getting paid at all because, of course, they quit,” Wilson said.

“Now, my gut feeling is that Essendon might have looked after them. I’m not 100 per cent sure. I don’t know. But remember, Andrew Dillon has made significant changes to the soft cap in the last two or three years. It has gone up, and it has gone up quite significantly.”

But Cornes said Jacobs would not be “getting paid a lot” and Robbins would not be on big dollars either.

But Wilson said it made sense Essendon had room in the soft cap given they could not lure Ken Hinkley to the club for a director of coaching role, and experienced assistant Daniel Giansiracusa left at the end of the 2025 season and joined Hawthorn.

“They weren’t able to replace him, really, with someone of his senior assistant coaching pedigree, so there are savings right there,” Wilson said.

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“They looked at bringing in another senior football person. That didn’t happen. Has there been a deal done behind the scenes with the AFL? No one is admitting that, and maybe that’s happened, but I’m not sure the AFL would be super keen on that happening, although they clearly want to try and help Essendon get up again.

“All I’m saying is, next year, there is plenty of money to bring in someone like John Longmire, and I believe he is very much on that club’s radar, and the rest is history.”

The arrangement with Scott differs significantly from Sydney’s situation when Longmire resigned at the end of last season.

The Swans were forced to include some of Longmire’s payment in the following year’s soft cap, leaving them with a threadbare assistant coaching group of just three coaches.

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NYB.AI Launches Vecura 2.0, Bringing Agentic AI Workflows to Molecular Discovery, with NVIDIA

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TAIPEI, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Life science research is entering an AI era, but most discovery teams still cannot use frontier models at scale. Advanced AI models, molecular simulation tools, scientific databases, inference optimization and GPU infrastructure remain fragmented across separate systems. For many pharmaceutical companies, ingredient innovators, biotech teams, and research groups, this makes AI adoption slow, costly, and technically demanding.

Agentic AI for scientific execution. Vecura 2.0 moves beyond simple prompts and responses into autonomous scientific coordination.
Agentic AI for scientific execution. Vecura 2.0 moves beyond simple prompts and responses into autonomous scientific coordination.

NYB.AI, a Singapore Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology startup developing infrastructure for molecular discovery and life science research, aims to address this gap with Vecura, its agentic AI platform that connects scientific models, biological data, molecular analysis tools, and GPU accelerated computing into a unified discovery workflow.

Vecura 2.0 builds on the original Vecura 1.0 platform, which provided access to AI models and scientific tools for molecular discovery. With the new agentic layer, Vecura 2.0 moves beyond tool access toward workflow execution. It is designed to help research teams define scientific objectives, retrieve relevant context, activate suitable models, compare outputs, and generate structured decision support with less manual coordination.

From model access to agentic workflows

Vecura was built around a simple premise: the next barrier in AI for science is not access to more models. It is the ability to make those models work together in discovery settings. The original Vecura platform brought hundreds of AI models, scientific tools, biological data, and molecular analysis capabilities into connected workflows, helping research teams move across compound analysis, target exploration, formulation research, toxicity assessment, and translational R&D without relying on separate systems at every step.

Vecura 2.0 extends this foundation with an agentic AI layer. The upgraded platform is designed to reason across the workflow by understanding research objectives, retrieving relevant scientific context, selecting suitable models, coordinating execution, comparing outputs, and generating structured next step recommendations. This evolves Vecura from a workflow platform into a more intelligent discovery system that can assist scientists at scale, closer to how real research decisions are made.

This agentic approach allows scientists to focus on research direction rather than infrastructure management. It also supports NYB.AI’s broader vision to democratize molecular discovery by making advanced AI models, scientific tools, and GPU intensive workflows more accessible to teams beyond large pharmaceutical organizations and specialized computational labs.

Scaling access through NVIDIA technologies

NYB.AI is strengthening Vecura’s agentic architecture for scientific discovery using NVIDIA technologies. As a member of the NVIDIA Inception program for startups, NYB.AI received access to NVIDIA Hopper GPUs through NVIDIA Innovation Lab, along with engineering guidance to advance Vecura’s ability to plan, execute, and coordinate complex research tasks. This support enables Vecura to move beyond isolated model execution toward connected workflows where scientific context, model selection, inference, comparison, and decision support operate as one system.

Vecura is powered by NVIDIA technologies spanning agentic orchestration, scientific modeling, data and retrieval, and production deployment – all running on NVIDIA accelerated computing.

NYB.AI is also developing a token based access model for Vecura 2.0. Through platform credits, biopharma companies, ingredient companies, and research teams can access AI powered discovery workflows such as compound screening, bioactivity prediction, and molecular docking. This model allows users to run compute intensive scientific tasks through NYB.AI’s platform without needing to build or operate their own infrastructure.

What’s next?

NYB.AI is bringing Vecura 2.0 to the NVIDIA Inception Startup Showcase at the Inception Pavilion during InnoVEX 2026 (June 2–5, 2026, Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center). The showcase will give NYB.AI an opportunity to validate Vecura 2.0 with enterprise leaders, investors, ecosystem partners, and international buyers, and strengthens its visibility within NVIDIA Inception ecosystem — demonstrating how agentic AI can move beyond model experimentation into usable research infrastructure for molecular discovery teams.

At InnoVEX 2026, NYB.AI will demonstrate how Vecura 2.0 can support molecular discovery and life science research across pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, food science, functional ingredients, and consumer health. The platform reflects NYB.AI’s broader mission to make advanced AI discovery infrastructure more usable, scalable, and accessible across the life science ecosystem.

About NYB.AI

NYB.AI is an AI biotechnology company developing infrastructure for molecular discovery and life science research. Its flagship platform, Vecura, is an agentic AI platform that connects AI models, scientific tools, biological data, retrieval systems, accelerated computing, and autonomous workflows to help life science teams shorten discovery cycles and prioritize high-potential candidates.

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Armen Pogossian Represents Armenia at Forbes Under 30 Summit China, Empowering the Next Generation of Global Entrepreneurs

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YEREVAN, Armenia, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Armen Pogossian, Owner of Pogossian Luxury Brand House, became the first Armenian entrepreneur to appear within the Forbes Under 30 platform in China, marking a significant milestone for Armenian entrepreneurship, luxury craftsmanship, and international business representation.

Post-meeting dialogue with Armen Pogossian, Owner Pogossian Luxury Brand House
Post-meeting dialogue with Armen Pogossian, Owner Pogossian Luxury Brand House

Pogossian was invited to participate in the 2024–2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit China, held at Zhengzhou Sias University in Henan Province alongside the 2026 Forbes China Economic Forum. His presence at the prestigious gathering highlighted not only his growing international profile, but also Armenia’s expanding voice in global entrepreneurship, luxury branding, and cross-border collaboration.

Held under the forward-looking theme “Jumpstarting the Future,” the two-day summit brought together an influential community of past and present Forbes China Under 30 honorees, global financial and business leaders, visionary investors, industry judges, academic pioneers, and senior Forbes China executives.

The summit opened with an exclusive welcome reception in the French Garden of Zhengzhou Sias University, where remarks were delivered by Herman Chik, Head of International Business at Forbes China, and Niu Xiaoyu, Party Secretary of Zhengzhou Sias University. The setting created a powerful atmosphere for dialogue, innovation, and connection among the next generation of leaders.

As part of the summit’s high-level dialogue, Armen Pogossian shared his perspective on the role of young entrepreneurs in shaping the future of global business.

“Future entrepreneurs do not simply follow trends; they create them in an ever-changing market. Bringing together individuals who share this vision of excellence makes transformative change inevitable. My experience at the Forbes Under 30 Summit proved that by exchanging ideas, embracing innovation, and remaining open to borderless collaboration, we can begin to see and shape a part of the future before it even arrives.”

Throughout the summit, Pogossian engaged with leading entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, and business figures from across China and beyond. His participation reflected a broader mission: to connect Armenian excellence with international platforms that recognize talent, ambition, and future-focused leadership.

The summit’s main program featured five keynote speeches and three specialized roundtable forums, covering topics including AI-powered smart hardware, domestic computing power ecosystems, new consumer brand logic, and embodied intelligent robotics.

A major highlight of the event was the highly anticipated Under 30 Awards Gala, where honorees from the 2024 and 2025 Forbes China Under 30 lists were celebrated. The evening spotlighted the diversity, ambition, and vision driving China’s newest generation of business leaders.

During the summit, the elegantly designed Jardins d’Arménie booth attracted notable attention from guests, offering an immersive tasting experience that introduced attendees to the distinctive character and heritage of the royal brandy. The activation further strengthened Armenia’s cultural and luxury presence within the Forbes Under 30 environment.

Pogossian Luxury Brand House supported the successful execution of the summit alongside a prestigious group of corporate partners, including iSoftStone, Plug and Play China, Dreame AI Smart Ring, and MarcumAsia.

About Armen Pogossian

Armen Pogossian is the 27 year old owner of Pogossian Luxury Brand House, one of the fastest growing international luxury groups built on a family legacy of craftsmanship, creativity, and excellence. Representing a new generation of Armenian entrepreneurs, Pogossian continues to expand the presence of innovative luxury across global markets.

About Pogossian Luxury Brand House

Since the early 1990s, the Pogossian family has been creating exceptional luxury products rooted in craftsmanship and refinement. Based in Armenia and present in more than 40 countries, Pogossian Luxury Brand House embodies a vision of creativity, excellence, and immersive brand experiences designed for an international clientele.

From left to right: Russell Flannery, Senior Contributor Forbes, Former Editor in Chief Forbes China and Armen Pogossian, Owner Pogossian Luxury Brand House
From left to right: Russell Flannery, Senior Contributor Forbes, Former Editor in Chief Forbes China and Armen Pogossian, Owner Pogossian Luxury Brand House
Armen Pogossian, Owner Pogossian Luxury Brand House
Armen Pogossian, Owner Pogossian Luxury Brand House

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