Bitget Releases January 2026 Proof of Reserves, Demonstrating Strength Through Market Volatility

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Jan 28 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has published its January 2026 Proof of Reserves (PoR), reaffirming full backing of user assets during a month marked by heightened market volatility and shifting investor sentiment. The snapshot covers BTC, ETH, USDT, and USDC, with user balances and reserve coverage published on the PoR transparency page alongside wallet attestations and a self-check tool that lets account holders verify inclusion using anonymized identifiers.

Despite turbulence across global crypto markets over the past several weeks, Bitget continues to maintain a total reserve ratio well above the 1:1 benchmark, ensuring that all user balances across core assets are fully covered. The January snapshot shows user assets of 14,189 BTC, 179,941 ETH, 1,682,952,107 USDT and 133,804,760 USDC. The reserve ratios are 254% for BTC, 100% for USDT, 161% for ETH, and 113% for USDC, each marked well-above sufficient reserves, with an average reserve ratio of 163%.

“Transparency matters most when markets are unsettled,” said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. “January tested the industry with volatility and fast-moving sentiment. What stands out is that Bitget remained fully backed while users continued to engage, rebalance, and grow their holdings. Proof of Reserves is not a marketing moment, it is our operational standard that has to hold up when conditions are unpredictable.”

Even as markets reacted to macro uncertainty and rapid price swings, Bitget’s reserve structure remained resilient, ensuring uninterrupted access and asset security for its global user base. Bitget’s Proof of Reserves operates alongside its Protection Fund and monthly disclosures as part of a broader security framework. Through Merkle root verification, users can confirm their individual balances without exposing personal data, combining cryptographic assurance with user privacy.

As Bitget advances its Universal Exchange vision, bringing crypto, tokenized assets and onchain markets into a single trading environment, ongoing transparency remains foundational. Regular PoR reporting provides users with a clear, verifiable view into platform health, reinforcing trust at scale even as market cycles move.

To view the updated Proof of Reserves, please visit here.

About Bitget

Bitget is the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), serving over 125 million users and offering access to over 2M crypto tokens, 100+ tokenized stocks, ETFs, commodities, FX, and precious metals such as gold. The ecosystem is committed to helping users trade smarter with its AI agent, which co-pilots trade execution. Bitget is driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships with LALIGA and MotoGP™. Aligned with its global impact strategy, Bitget has joined hands with UNICEF to support blockchain education for 1.1 million people by 2027. Bitget currently leads in the tokenized TradFi market, providing the industry's lowest fees and highest liquidity across 150 regions worldwide.

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“Taste Hong Kong,” a Chef-Curated Gourmet Guide to the City’s True Culinary Soul

More than 50 master chefs handpick 250 restaurants to showcase the authentic flavours of Hong Kong’s neighbourhoods 


HONG KONG, Jan 23 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hong Kong’s longstanding reputation as one of the world’s great food cities has been built on contrast — a destination where humble street stalls sit comfortably alongside polished Michelin-starred dining rooms, and where “Great Taste” can be found everywhere in Hong Kong. This season, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) celebrates the city’s rich culinary culture with the launch of Taste Hong Kong, a new gourmet guide developed in collaboration with the Chinese Culinary Institute (CCI) that invites visitors to experience the city through the eyes — and appetites — of its master chefs.

Taste Hong Kong is a chef-curated culinary guide to the city’s diverse neighbourhoods. More than 50 master chefs — all graduates of CCI’s prestigious Master Chef Course in Chinese Cuisine — have collectively handpicked 250 restaurants throughout Hong Kong, shining a spotlight on the places they return to time and again. The guide offers a comprehensive and refined overview of the city’s culinary landscape, highlighting a rich tapestry of Chinese cuisines alongside an array of international flavours, from traditional noodle shops and classic dessert parlours to family run local gems, artisanal cafés, upscale hotel restaurants, and Michelin-starred fine dining destinations. Going beyond conventional rankings and accolades, the guide provides an authoritative, insider perspective on the city’s most authentic and distinctive gastronomic experiences.

At the heart of Taste Hong Kong are the chefs themselves. As the creative minds behind some of Hong Kong’s most celebrated dining rooms, they bring a rare perspective on what defines a great meal — and what makes a restaurant endure. Among them are acclaimed figures such as Adam Wong and Lee Man-sing, who have each contributed personal recommendations that reflect both their culinary roots and their deep connection to Hong Kong’s dining culture.

“When I think about Hong Kong food, I think about the neighbourhood places I always go back to — dai pai dongs, cha chaan tengs and small restaurants that define the city’s everyday dining culture. These spots reflect how locals really eat and the city’s culinary soul. I am excited to be part of this guide because it gives visitors a genuine way to experience Hong Kong through the food and neighbourhoods that locals know and love,” says Adam Wong, a 3-star Michelin Executive Chef at the Forum Restaurant.

“I have always believed that some of Hong Kong’s best food is found in the simplest settings, whether it’s a comforting bowl of noodles or hot pot shared with friends. The restaurants highlighted in Taste Hong Kong are places with history, consistency and heart. They show why Hong Kong is one of the world’s most exciting cities to eat in,” says Lee Man-sing, Executive Chef of Mott 32 Group.

Designed for both visitors and locals, Taste Hong Kong organises its 250 restaurant picks by neighbourhood. With various neighbourhoods represented, travellers are encouraged to venture beyond well-trodden dining districts and experience the distinctive character of each area. From sizzling woks in bustling street kitchens to quiet neighbourhood favourites passed down through generations, the chefs’ selections offer visitors and locals a deeper insight into Hong Kong’s rich culinary heritage and vibrant diversity, guiding them to the true “Great Taste” of the city.

The guide is supported by a rich suite of digital content, including neighbourhood videos and curated maps, hosted on the campaign’s dedicated website. A downloadable digital edition of the Taste Hong Kong guide will also be available, serving as an easy-to-use companion for planning meals and neighbourhood discovery. QR codes will be displayed at various MTR stations, bus shelters and visitor signage across neighbourhoods. HKTB will also broadcast the “Taste Hong Kong” promotional video at major tourist hotspots, and prominent shopping malls and hotels across the city, reinforcing Hong Kong’s status as a global gourmet capital where exceptional food can be found everywhere — often in the most unexpected places.

To discover the full Taste of Hong Kong guide and begin your culinary adventure, visit tastehk.discoverhongkong.com. Download the digital guide, watch the neighbourhood videos and join the conversation using #TasteHongKong to discover the authentic flavours that define Hong Kong, one neighbourhood at a time.

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SOURCE: Hong Kong Tourism Board

Xtep Forms JV To Accelerate Malaysia Expansion

 

Comprehensive Channel Upgrade! Xtep Leverages Southeast Asian Foothold to Advance Global Running Footwear Strategy

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- Running shoe brand Xtep has entered a joint venture (JV) with Bonia, a Malaysia-based distributor with more than five decades of market experience, marking a strategic push to accelerate its growth in Malaysia and strengthen its position in Southeast Asia.

The move signals a shift in Xtep’s local operating model from a single exclusive distributor to a multi-channel strategy, according to a statement.

As part of the transition, former exclusive partner VGO will become a “non-exclusive distributor” and remain a key collaborator, leveraging its established strengths to deepen Xtep’s market reach.

Bonia will focus on expanding Xtep’s presence in prime commercial districts and major running hubs across Malaysia, while VGO continues to support the brand through channels where it holds a competitive advantage. Analysts view the partnership as a catalyst for Xtep’s ambition to become Southeast Asia’s leading running brand.

Malaysia is widely considered as Xtep’s launchpad for broader regional expansion, aligning with the company’s “Chinese Root, World-Class Running Shoes” strategy unveiled in 2022. Bonia’s regional footprint spans Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Thailand, supported by long-standing relationships with major shopping centres and strong cross-border retail capabilities.

The first flagship store under the Xtep–Bonia partnership has opened at Mid Valley Megamall in Kuala Lumpur. The 3,262-square-foot professional running store features function-based product displays, a trial running zone, and foot shape and gait analysis services, offering runners an immersive, technology-driven experience.

Malaysia’s growing running culture underpins the strategy. According to World Bank and Euromonitor International data, the country hosts Southeast Asia’s largest sportswear and footwear market, while a 2023 national survey found jogging to be the most popular sport among Malaysians, with the 2024 Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon drawing over 40,000 participants.

Since entering Malaysia in 2024, Xtep has pursued a “professional-to-mass influence” approach, engaging local communities through races and events, including the Penang “10KM Time Challenge” that attracted international elite runners.

With the new joint venture, Xtep positions Malaysia as both a strategic growth hub and a showcase for its global running ambitions.

-- BERNAMA

CUKTECH Launches 30 Ultra Desktop Charging Station In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- CUKTECH has officially launched its flagship desktop charger, the CUKTECH 30 Ultra Charging Station, in Malaysia on Jan 16, via its official Shopee and Lazada stores.

Priced at RM429 with a special introductory offer of RM383, this marks CUKTECH’s first desktop charging solution in the Malaysian market, expanding its product portfolio beyond portable power banks.

The CUKTECH 30 Ultra features a 300-watt (W) direct current (DC) charging system, capable of delivering up to 300W through a single DC port, sufficient to power high-performance laptops such as the Lenovo Legion series.

In a statement, CUKTECH said the station includes multiple ports — C1 (140W), C2 (140W), C3 (44W), and USB-A (22.5W) — enabling simultaneous charging for laptops, tablets, and smartphones.

Powered by CUKTECH’s ADC 2.0 technology, the device supports 13 fast-charging protocols, including PD 3.1 140W, PPS 100W, and Xiaomi 120W HyperCharge. Its intelligent power distribution algorithm ensures stable output and protects devices from interruptions.

The charger also stands out with its 1.83-inch “All-View” display, which provides real-time data such as total power output, individual port usage, temperature, and power curve. The package includes a magnetic adjustable stand offering a 10-degree viewing angle, enhancing safety and comfort in desktop setups.

Designed for Malaysian users, the CUKTECH 30 Ultra accommodates compact workspaces, long commutes, and multilingual work environments, offering a cleaner, more efficient desktop charging solution for study, work, and entertainment.

CUKTECH remains committed to incorporating local user feedback into future products to enhance reliability and user experience.

-- BERNAMA

WEF26: SAUDI ARABIA UNVEILS CORAL REEF SUMMIT, AI AND INDUSTRY INITIATIVES

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- The Saudi delegation to the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at addressing global challenges spanning sustainability, tourism, artificial intelligence (AI) and industrial development.

Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the United States, Princess Reema Bandar Al-Saud, announced that Saudi Arabia will host the first Global Coral Reef Summit in 2026, bringing together global leaders, scientists and investors to advance solutions for coral reef protection and recovery.

According to a statement, the summit will focus on addressing policy and regulatory gaps, developing science-based solutions and advancing sustainable financing mechanisms to scale coral reef conservation efforts.

Meanwhile, Tourism Minister Ahmed A. Alkhateeb said tourism plays a role in fostering dialogue and peace, noting that tourism growth benefits communities, youth and women while encouraging cross-cultural engagement.

Additionally, Communications and Information Technology Minister Abdullah A. Alswaha highlighted the Kingdom’s progress under Saudi Vision 2030, stating that non-oil activities now account for 56 per cent of gross domestic product, alongside significant growth in the national technology workforce.

Separately, HUMAIN and the National Infrastructure Fund announced a Strategic Financing Framework Agreement of up to US$1.2 billion to support the expansion of AI and digital infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, including the development of hyperscale AI data centre capacity. (US$1=RM4.03)

In the industrial sector, the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM), in collaboration with WEF, launched the Lighthouse Operating System, a country-level framework aimed at accelerating manufacturing transformation, diversifying the economy and strengthening non-oil industries.

MIM and WEF also announced a cooperation agreement running until September 2027 to strengthen partnerships around critical minerals needed for energy and advanced technologies, supporting resilient and sustainable supply chains.

-- BERNAMA

Penguin Solutions SMART Modular Memory Module Passes CXL Compliance Testing

 

Penguin Solutions SMART CXL NV-CMM E3.S 2T non-volatile memory module has met compliance for the CXL® Consortium’s Integrators List. The module is designed to enhance system acceleration, support large in-memory databases, and ensure quick data recovery following power loss or system crashes.

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Penguin Solutions Inc announced that its SMART Modular CXL NV-CMM E3.S 2T non-volatile memory module has successfully passed Compute Express Link (CXL) compliance testing and has been listed on the CXL Consortium’s Integrators List.

According to a statement, the milestone underscores the company’s adherence to industry standards and strengthens its position as a provider of advanced memory technology for CXL-based applications.

Its vice president of Advanced Product Development for Integrated Memory, Andy Mills said the recognition reflects the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality, interoperable memory solutions that address evolving customer requirements.

The CXL NV-CMM E3.S 2T module utilises the CXL 2.0 standard, delivering low-latency, high-bandwidth persistent storage with enterprise-class reliability, availability and serviceability (RAS) features.

The module accelerates system performance through efficient checkpointing and caching for in-memory databases, while enabling rapid data recovery following power loss or system failures.

Designed to support artificial intelligence and machine learning workloads, the module provides fast access to large datasets to improve model training efficiency and accuracy.

It is also suited for data centre environments, supporting high-performance computing, computational storage and network acceleration to enable efficient data processing and storage.

Penguin Solutions said the listing reflects decades of experience behind its SMART Modular memory portfolio and reinforces its role as an innovator advancing integrated memory technology.

-- BERNAMA

GEEKYANTS CO-FOUNDER FEATURED IN EXPO TECHNICAL PUBLICATION

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- GeekyAnts announced that its co-founder, Sanket Sahu, has been featured in a technical publication by Expo, where he shared insights on building in-browser development infrastructure.

The article, titled 'How I Built a Dev Server Entirely in the Browser', provides an in-depth look at the browser-native architecture developed by GeekyAnts, outlining how it is shaping the future of modern development environments.

Sahu, who is also the creator of gluestack, highlighted that one of the core challenges in developing RapidNative—an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered app builder for React Native—was achieving near-instant preview performance for developers.

The feature explores how the architecture enables sub-100 millisecond preview updates and supports AI-assisted development workflows, representing a significant shift in how development environments are designed and deployed.

GeekyAnts in a statement said its continued focus on complex organisational needs and product innovation has positioned the company at the forefront of legacy system modernisation, particularly within the React Native ecosystem.

The publication underscores how GeekyAnts’ browser-based infrastructure advancements are helping set new standards for developer experience and performance in modern application development.

-- BERNAMA

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Launches "GO TOKYO Gourmet" Website to Showcase Tokyo’s Diverse Food Attractions

TOKYO, Jan. 6, 2026 /Kyodo JBN/ --
 

- Let’s Enjoy Tokyo’s Food Scene; Visitors Can Find New Charms Every Time -

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has launched the website "GO TOKYO Gourmet" to showcase Tokyo’s diverse food attractions in Japan and overseas.

"GO TOKYO Gourmet" website: https://www.gourmet.gotokyo.org/index.html

The website features articles and videos about Tokyo’s diverse food offerings and the depth of its food culture. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government hopes the site will deepen visitors’ interest in Tokyo’s food and encourage them to visit the Japanese capital and experience its diverse cuisine firsthand.

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Tokyo’s culinary appeal lies in its diversity, ranging from traditional dishes passed down since the Edo (*) period (The Edo period lasted for about 260 years from 1603.), such as "sushi" (vinegared rice with sliced raw fish on top) and "tempura" (deep-fried seafood), to cuisine from around the world, locally sourced ingredients rooted in Tokyo’s natural environment, and high-quality restaurants where renowned chefs from Japan and abroad showcase their skills.

The site not only provides gourmet information but also highlights the depth of Tokyo’s food culture, including its history and traditions dating back to the Edo period, its evolution and development up to the present day, the thoughts and ingenuity of the capital city’s food professionals, the everyday meals of Tokyo residents, and the future of Tokyo’s food, including sustainability and diversity.

The site also posts information on how to eat Japanese food, unique Japanese services and manners, food-related events in Tokyo, and sites for making restaurant reservations in the capital (including reservation sites that accommodate vegan and halal options).

(*) Edo, the former name of Tokyo, grew into a huge city with an estimated population of one million in the early 1700s, during which time its cuisine and culture also developed.

About Site Content
- "People" who promote the charms of Tokyo’s food
Chefs appointed as Tokyo Tourism Ambassadors, chefs active in Tokyo, food specialists, and other leading figures in various food-related fields offer their perspectives to explore and reveal the depth of Tokyo’s food culture.

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- Tokyo’s food culture rooted in "Edo"
This section delves into iconic Edo dishes, including sushi, eel, tempura and "soba" (buckwheat noodles served in a broth); the evolution of the dining-out culture that flourished in Edo; locally sourced ingredients, including "Traditional Edo-Tokyo vegetables"; the connection between food and Tokyo’s unique culture, such as "kabuki" (traditional drama) and "yakatabune" (houseboat) dining; and sustainable practices and philosophies that have continued since the Edo period.

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- Food experiences popular among "travelers"
The section highlights popular food experiences among travelers by focusing on Tokyo’s everyday meals, such as "ramen" noodles (which have gained global popularity), rice balls, convenience store gourmet food, and the city’s distinctive vending machine culture. The section also introduces a wide range of choices available in Tokyo, including vegan, halal, and gluten-free options.

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Making Food Experiences More Delicious and Comfortable
In order to make dining experiences more delicious, comfortable and satisfying, the website provides information on how to enjoy Japanese food, as well as unique Japanese services and manners. The site also posts information on food-related events held in Tokyo.

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"GO TOKYO Gourmet" Website Overview
Website name: GO TOKYO Gourmet
Launch date: Thursday, December 18, 2025
Languages available: Japanese and English
Operation: Tokyo Metropolitan Government
URL: https://www.gourmet.gotokyo.org/index.html

Social media: Information on Tokyo’s food attractions will be updated on various social media platforms.
YouTube: GO TOKYO Gourmet Official
https://www.youtube.com/@go-tokyo-gourmet_official
Instagram: GO TOKYO Gourmet Official
https://www.instagram.com/gotokyogourmet_official
Facebook: GO TOKYO Gourmet Official
https://www.facebook.com/GOTOKYOGourmet

Source: TOKYO Metropolitan Government