Product Launch

Singapore – October 08, 2026 -- ONLYOFFICE has released version 10.0 of its open-source office suite, bundling context-aware AI tools, four new modular applications, and fixes for 35 security vulnerabilities. The autumn update packages roughly 50 new features and more than 1,000 bug fixes across the online, desktop, and mobile editors.

AI tools move directly into document, spreadsheet, and PDF editors

A dedicated AI tab with built-in chat now lets users draft, summarize, translate, and format content without exporting files to third-party tools. Legal teams can summarize contracts inside the editor, analysts can generate forecasts or Pivot Tables, and managers can convert raw notes into structured presentations using ready-made prompts and saved custom actions.

Ramsey, N.J. – October 08, 2026 -- AppWork, a maintenance management platform for multifamily operators, has partnered with Rely, an AI-powered due diligence platform, to merge on-site inspection data directly into audit reports, cutting a process that once took weeks down to minutes.

Integration links field inspections to deal-ready audit reports

The partnership connects inspection data collected by AppWork maintenance technicians, covering unit condition, pet fees and rent, and in-unit washer/dryer status, directly into Rely's data room. Rely combines this field data with lease, rent roll, vendor contract, and financial records to generate a complete, source-backed audit report. Mutual clients activate the connection with a single vendor token, with no additional cost for existing AppWork and Rely customers.

Hong Kong – – October 08, 2026 -- OSL Group has been engaged by digital asset technology firm 2WA to power the on-chain tokenization of PrimePlus SPC - USDGO Plus SP, the first market-neutral fund built on the USDGO stablecoin. As of October 7, the fund had returned 16.67% since inception, with a 17.05% annualized return over the trailing 30 days before fees.

OSL takes on custody, distribution and tokenization of the fund's units

Under the arrangement, OSL (HKEX:863) tokenizes the fund on-chain and serves as the licensed platform for custody and distribution of its tokenized units. USDGO, the underlying asset of the fund, is also held in custody with OSL. Eligible professional investors in Hong Kong can subscribe to and redeem from the fund directly through the OSL HK app, the company's locally licensed digital asset trading platform.

New Delhi – October 08, 2026 -- Fibocom and India-based IoT ODM Grid-OS are expanding their partnership to cover smart payment and vehicle tracking devices, unveiling new products at IMC 2026 as India's digital payments volume hits 24.51 billion UPI transactions in August 2026 alone, according to NPCI data.

Grid-OS showcases payment soundbox built on Fibocom's LE270 module

The Payment Soundbox uses Fibocom's LE270 LTE Cat 1 bis module to deliver stable 4G connectivity for real-time transaction alerts. The module's low-power design, optimized for connected-mode and DRX standby consumption, enables roughly 7-8 days of battery life on a 2000mAh battery.

London – October 08, 2026 -- Markel Insurance has launched a new Chemical, Oil & Gas related Energy Property (CORE) offering for small to midsize US-domiciled businesses, backed by coverage limits of up to $50 million on primary and excess-of-loss bases.

Markel targets midstream and downstream US energy risks with dedicated property cover

The CORE offering provides tailored protection for property damage, business interruption and, on selected risks, equipment breakdown across industrial organic chemicals, petrochemicals, natural gas transmission and storage, terminals, gas processing, and midstream and downstream operations. Clients gain coverage against natural catastrophe exposures including flood, windstorm and earthquake.

London – October 08, 2026 -- Arden University and Google Cloud have announced a strategic partnership granting more than 30,000 students and staff full access to Gemini Enterprise, Google's agentic AI platform used by large global organisations.

Partnership embeds AI across 30 new degree programmes

Arden University has launched more than 30 new degrees built from the ground up around AI tools, incorporating immersive, AI-enabled learning experiences designed to prepare graduates for the workplace. Staff will use Gemini Enterprise to deliver personalised, AI-driven teaching and to create interactive demonstrations, case studies and accessible course formats, including audio/visual overviews and mind maps via Gemini Notebook.

Hefei – October 08, 2026 -- Chinese battery storage manufacturer HIZENERGY secured multiple letters of intent from European partners after showcasing its commercial and industrial (C&I) battery energy storage systems at two trade exhibitions in September.

Seoul – October 08, 2026 -- LG Electronics is equipping the Genesis GV90, the luxury brand's first full-size flagship SUV, with a suite of six in-cabin technologies covering display, infotainment, content and connectivity.

LG debuts first variable popup display in a Genesis model

The GV90 cockpit centers on a 24.6-inch variable popup central information display (CID), marking the first deployment of this system in a Genesis vehicle. While driving, the display stays low-profile with a 23.6-inch visible screen combining the audio-video-navigation system and instrument cluster. For stationary use, the screen rises an additional 90mm to its full 24.6-inch size for entertainment content.

New York – October 08, 2026 -- Samsung Wallet and Samsung Pay will support stablecoin transfers on Solana, letting U.S. Galaxy users send cross-border payments in USDC starting the last week of October 2026, the Solana Foundation announced.

Feature launches across 82 million U.S. Galaxy devices

The remittance tool is embedded directly into Samsung Wallet, the same interface users already use for cards, boarding passes and IDs. Integrated fiat on- and off-ramps will convert funds to and from local currency, with Solana's infrastructure running in the background. Additional international markets will follow, subject to local regulatory approval.

NEW YORK – October 08, 2026 -- Project Eleven and Quantus announced plans to integrate the Quantus Network with Strongpoint, Project Eleven's institutional custody platform, with Quantus joining as a development partner. Support for Quantus on Strongpoint is targeted for Q1 2027.

Quantus becomes a development partner shaping institutional key-management workflows

Quantus will work alongside Project Eleven to define Strongpoint's support for its network, covering technical integration, key-management workflows, transaction support, and related infrastructure requirements for institutional users.