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World Business News – international business, entertainment, finance, health and medical, non-profit, public policy and technology news from international (outside U.S.) businesses and organizations, as issued by the Send2Press Newswire service.


‘Frodio Loves You’ Giveaway Reaches Midpoint With 1,000 Free Wigs Still Up for Grabs

NEW YORK, N.Y., Oct. 1, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Frodio is marking the midpoint of its “Frodio Loves You” anniversary campaign with a reminder that eligible participants in the United States still have time to enter for the opportunity to receive one of 1,000 free wigs. The campaign is built around the message “Frodio listens. Frodio cares. Frodio gives back.”

Soap Opera Magazine Celebrates 35 Years Since Its 1991 Debut as 2026’s Top-Ranked Soap Opera News Site

ONTARIO, Canada, Sept. 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Soap Opera Magazine, named the No. 1 soap opera news website of 2026 by entertainment publication High on Films, is marking 35 years since the magazine first reached newsstands in 1991. The revived digital title now publishes daily recaps, spoilers, breaking news and analysis for all five American daytime dramas.

Edimakor V5.3.0 Update Introduces Smarter Watermark Removal, Video Translation, AI Avatar and LUT Filters

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw Edimakor V5.3.0 introduces a major update focused on four key areas of video creation: watermark removal, video translation, AI Avatar, and LUT filters. The new features improve the all-in-one workflow, helping creators clean up footage, localize content, produce longer digital human videos, and achieve professional color looks with less effort.

New Book ‘I Don’t Have Leprosy, I’m Just Grieving’ Takes a Blunt Look at How Society Treats the Bereaved

PERTH, Western Australia, Oct. 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — When Regina Collier lost her partner, Dean, in July 2022 following complications from a double-lung transplant, she expected grief to change her life. What she didn’t expect was how dramatically it would change the way other people interacted with her. In her new book, “I Don’t Have Leprosy, I’m Just Grieving: A Widow’s Blunt Perspective on Society” (ISBN: 978-1834385839), released through Tellwell Publishing, Collier offers an unfiltered account of widowhood and the strange, painful, and sometimes infuriating ways society responds to people who are grieving.

MobiKin Updates iOS Assistant for Faster Data Migration to iPhone 18

SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 29, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — MobiKin, an international software developer, today announced a major compatibility update for its flagship utility, MobiKin Assistant for iOS. The updated software provides new iPhone 18 owners with an efficient, offline desktop solution to back up, restore, and manage personal data between iOS devices and Windows or Mac computers.

iPhone 18 Pro Random Shutdowns and Restarts: Panic-Full Fix from Tenorshare

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 28, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Reports of iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max devices unexpectedly turning off and restarting have continued to draw attention, says Tenorshare Co.Ltd. Some affected devices have also generated “panic-full” reports in Analytics Data, giving users a way to check whether a system crash occurred around the time of an unexpected restart. Tenorshare ReiBoot provides an iOS system repair feature for common system issues.

EDEAL Surpasses US$3 Million in Loan Originations and Expands Financial Services Offering Through Partnership with Sardona Capital

BOGOTA, COLOMBIA, Sept. 28, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — EDEAL, an emerging financial services company serving individuals and small businesses in Latin America, today announced significant growth in its lending operations in Colombia, alongside a new strategic relationship with Sardona Capital S.A., a securities firm regulated and supervised by the Superintendence of the Securities Market of the Republic of Panama.

TopMediai Upgrades Its AI Music Creation Studio for End-to-End Music Creation

HONG KONG, Sept. 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — TopMediai today announced an upgrade to its AI Music Creation Studio. AI music generation remains at the center of the content-creation platform, while the updated workflow carries a song into cover production, language adaptation, music video creation, and artwork for release and promotion. Writing the song is one job. Getting it ready for an audience is another.

HitPaw FotorPea V5.7.0 Unveils New Pro Look for Better-Composed Photos, Natural Facial Beauty, and HD Restoration

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw, a leading provider of AI-powered creative tools, today announced the release of HitPaw FotorPea V5.7.0, featuring Pro Look, a new AI Recompose tool that automatically refines photo composition for more balanced, professional-looking results. This update also adds Beautify for one-click facial enhancement and updates some key AI models, making it easier for users to bring out the best in everyday photos with greater speed and precision.

Fonelora Launches Fonelora Go Mobile App and Adds Pokémon GO Map and Route Features to Desktop Location Changer

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Fonelora Inc. today announced the launch of Fonelora Go, a mobile location simulation app for compatible iPhone, iPad, and Android devices, together with Fonelora Location Changer V2.0.0, the latest version of its Windows and Mac desktop software.

PoKeep Launches a New Pokémon GO Guide Hub for Events, Coordinates, Calculators, and Gameplay Resources

HONG KONG, Sept. 21, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — PoKeep today announced the launch of its new Pokémon GO Guide Hub, a centralized online resource designed to help Pokémon GO players find useful information and make faster in-game decisions. The hub brings together event updates, coordinate guides, calculators, gameplay explainers, product comparisons, and tutorials in a single, easy-to-navigate destination.

Ahead of Originalive™: Luvme Hair Looks Beyond First-Day Hair Quality

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Ahead of the official debut of Originalive™, Luvme Hair is sharing a closer look at one of the ideas shaping its upcoming premium human hair collection: good hair should be judged by more than how soft, smooth, or shiny it feels when it is new. First impressions matter. A wig that feels silky, moves naturally, and has a healthy-looking shine can immediately feel premium.

Tenorshare Guides: How to Transfer WhatsApp from Android to an iPhone 18 Pro

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Tenorshare has just put out a detailed new guide that walks you through exactly how to transfer WhatsApp from Android to iPhone 18 Pro. The resource addresses common challenges with cross-platform WhatsApp transfers, including how to preserve chats and media when moving data to an already set up iPhone. It provides practical solutions to help users transfer their important WhatsApp data safely and avoid data loss during an iPhone upgrade.

FineVoice Launches Aunio, an Audio Production Agent for End-to-End AI Audio Creation

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 17, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — FineVoice today announced the launch of Aunio, an end-to-end AI audio production agent designed to help anyone create professional, publish-ready audio without a dedicated audio production team. Rather than generating individual audio assets in isolation, Aunio understands the content and context of a project and coordinates capabilities.

How to Remove iOS 27 from Your iPhone Without Data Loss in 2026

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 16, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Excited for iOS 27, but some iPhone users asked, “Is there a way to remove iOS 27 from my iPhone?” The answer is yes. To remove iOS 27, it’s common to either use iTunes/Finder in Recovery Mode or a professional iOS downgrade tool like Tenorshare ReiBoot, which supports a 1-click downgrade without data loss.

HitPaw Launches Autumn Sale 2026 with Up to 50-percent Off AI-Powered Creative Tools

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 16, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw, a leading provider of AI-powered creative solutions for video, photo, and audio enhancement, today announced the official launch of its 2026 Autumn Sale, running from September 14 through October 10, 2026. The seasonal promotion offers savings of up to 50% off across HitPaw’s popular AI-powered creative tools, including video enhancement, photo enhancement, video conversion, voice changing, and watermark removal solutions.

Vosko AI Launches Video Localization Voice Platform for Scalable Global Content Production

HONG KONG, Sept. 16, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Vimia Tech Limited today announced the launch of Vosko AI, an end-to-end video localization platform built for creators, educators, e-commerce teams, marketing teams, and businesses looking to expand their content to global audiences. Vosko AI helps keep the original speaker’s voice, tone and emotion when dubbing videos into other languages.

Soap Opera Magazine Named No. 1 Soap Opera News Site of 2026 by High on Films

ONTARIO, Canada, Sept. 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Soap Opera Magazine, a digital publication covering American daytime television, has been named the No. 1 soap opera news website of 2026 by entertainment publication High on Films. In its newly published ranking, “The 5 Best Soap Opera News Sites Online in 2026,” High on Films placed Soap Opera Magazine first among five major outlets covering the daytime television industry.

LagoFast Brings Years of Game Acceleration Experience to Gamescom 2026

COLOGNE, Germany, Sept. 9, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — JUNYUN LIMITED, the company behind LagoFast, today shared highlights from LagoFast’s participation in gamescom 2026. Bringing years of game acceleration experience to the exhibition, LagoFast showcased network optimization, FPS features and gaming utilities designed to support more stable connections and smoother PC gameplay. The team also met with players, content creators and game companies to exchange feedback and explore potential collaboration.

Soap Opera Magazine Announces Nominees for the First Annual Maggie Awards – Fans Will Decide Every Winner

ONTARIO, Canada, Sept. 3, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Soap Opera Magazine, a leading digital publication covering daytime television, today announced the nominees for the first annual Maggie Awards, a new honors program recognizing outstanding performances and storytelling across all five American daytime dramas. The Maggies celebrate work that aired during the 2025 calendar year, and every winner will be chosen by fan vote. Winners will be announced October 1, 2026.

Renkeer Connects Conventional and Ultrasonic Technologies for Smarter Wind Monitoring

JINAN, Shandong, China, Aug. 31, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Shandong Renke Control Technology Co., Ltd., a leading manufacturer of environmental monitoring sensors and solutions, is bringing conventional and ultrasonic measurement technologies together in its wind monitoring portfolio to address the evolving requirements of applications that depend on continuous and reliable wind data.

SnapFresh Introduces Its New 20V Brushless Leaf Blower, Bringing More Power and Ease to Everyday Outdoor Cleanup

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 29 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — SnapFresh, a cordless power tool brand focused on making DIY easier for modern homeowners and creators, has introduced its new 20V Brushless Cordless Leaf Blower, designed to deliver powerful performance and greater convenience for everyday outdoor cleanup.

SaleWisely Launches Free AI-Powered Omnichannel Platform to Help Businesses Connect with Global Customers

SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 26, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — SaleWisely today announced the launch of its free AI-powered omnichannel sales and customer service platform, providing businesses with one unified inbox to manage customer conversations from WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, email, and other digital channels in one place.

Edimakor V5.2.0 Update Integrates DeepSeek V4 for AI Story and Elevates AI Avatars with New Templates

HONG KONG, Aug. 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw Edimakor V5.2.0 has arrived with major upgrades designed to make AI video creation faster, more consistent, and easier to manage. The latest release introduces DeepSeek V4 integration for smarter AI story generation, alongside a new AI Avatar template system that helps creators produce digital human videos more efficiently.

Koozee Launches an All-in-One AI Visual Production Platform for Apparel E-Commerce

SYDNEY, Australia, Aug. 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — STARII TECHNOLOGY PTY LTD today announced the launch of Koozee, an AI visual production platform for apparel e-commerce. It helps apparel businesses create AI-generated model images, product visuals and apparel videos. Koozee generates main product images, flat lays, detail shots, ghost mannequin images and listing-page assets.

Canadian Operations Strategist Aaron Streeton Releases ‘The Nine Essential Questions for Organizational Transformation,’ A Field-Tested Guide to Designing Organizations That Work

CALGARY, Alberta, Aug. 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Canadian operations strategist and transformation leader Aaron Streeton announces the launch of his new book, “The Nine Essential Questions for Organizational Transformation: A Field-Tested Guide to Designing & Deploying a Targeted Operating Model” (ISBN: 978-1834387666; released August 4, 2026 by Tellwell Publishing). Drawing on more than two decades of global consulting experience, Streeton’s book provides leaders with a practical framework for understanding their organizations, aligning teams, and turning strategy into measurable results.

Seedance 2.5 Now Available on AI Inspo for 30-Second AI Video Generation Including Multimodal Inputs and Native Audio

HONG KONG, Aug. 13, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — AI Inspo announced the availability of Seedance 2.5 on its creative platform on Aug. 7, giving users access to the latest AI video technology through a simple, cost-effective workspace. The platform brings multiple generative AI models together in one place, allowing users to explore and create without switching between different services.

HitPaw FotorPea V5.6.0 Launched with Smarter AI Image Enhancement System with Intelligent Detection and Advanced Creative Tools

HONG KONG, Aug. 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw today announced the release of HitPaw FotorPea V5.6.0, bringing a smarter AI-powered image enhancement experience with new intelligent models and workflow improvements. The latest update introduces Low-Light Enhancement, AI Reflection Removal, AI Reframe, creative text styles, and AI Agent image analysis to help users enhance, edit, and create professional-quality images with less manual effort.

New Book Explores How Ancient Wisdom Can Strengthen Modern Relationships

WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Aug. 5, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Author David Hughes is inviting readers to reconsider how healthy relationships are built in his new book, “Battlefield of Love: Ancient Wisdom for Today’s Relationships” (ISBN: 978-1834388557) released by Tellwell Publishing, a guide that combines timeless philosophical principles with practical approaches to communication, conflict, and emotional connection.

thegeekconf Mini 2026, Powered by GeekyAnts, Set to Address the Agentic AI Production Gap

KARNATAKA, India, July 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — thegeekconf Mini 2026 will convene product builders, engineering leaders, AI practitioners, founders, and technology decision-makers on August 1 at NIMHANS Convention Centre in Bengaluru. Powered by GeekyAnts, the focused conference will examine why agentic AI concepts stall before production and what teams need to build systems that can act across real product workflows.

Beyond the Game: SnapFresh Founder Jessie Zhang Visits New York to Explore the Future of DIY Innovation

NEW YORK, N.Y., July 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As global attention turned toward the United States during the FIFA World Cup season, SnapFresh Founder Jessie Zhang embarked on a meaningful journey to New York to gain firsthand insights into the U.S. market, consumer lifestyles, and the future of DIY innovation.

IPcook Announces Custom Service for Enterprise Proxy Users

HONG KONG, July 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — IPcook launched its new custom service of proxies, as enterprises now require more proxy resources and better resource management. The service is designed for businesses with large-scale proxy needs and offers tailored packages based on different project requirements. It can customize proxy types, resource size, geographic coverage, and billing options to fit different business stages better.

New Memoir ‘Me, Mom & the Monster’ Shines Light on Huntington’s Disease

SOUTH SURREY, British Columbia, July 16, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Author Corinne Brown releases her deeply personal memoir, “Me, Mom & the Monster: Our Dance Through Huntington’s Disease,” a powerful and intimate account of one family’s experience living with a devastating genetic illness. ISBN: 978-1834383958, released June 2, 2026 by Tellwell Publishing.

From Cairo to Canada: Mohsen Rifaat explores identity, history, and belonging in ‘Spaces between the Nile and the True North’

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 14, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In his new memoir, “Spaces between the Nile and the True North: Negotiating Egyptian-Canadian Cultural Fusion” (ISBN: 978-1834381282; released by Tellwell Publishing), author Mohsen Rifaat reflects on a life shaped by migration, cultural change, and the search for belonging. Blending personal memories with historical insight and his own artwork, the book follows his journey from British-occupied and revolutionary Egypt to a new life in Canada.

LitMedia Integrates Seedance 2.5: Native 30-Second 4K AI Video Generation for Professional Content Creation

HONG KONG, July 9, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — LitMedia has launched Seedance 2.5 on its AI content platform. This update allows creators to generate 30-second 4K AI videos, use multimodal reference inputs, and edit videos precisely within one workflow. The integration brings ByteDance’s latest AI video model to LitMedia, addressing the growing demand for longer, production-ready AI videos across marketing, entertainment, education, and digital media.

iToolab WatsGo Restores WhatsApp from iCloud without Resetting iPhone

HONG KONG, July 6, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — iToolab WatsGo has introduced a new feature that enables users to restore WhatsApp from iCloud without resetting their iPhone. The update helps users download and check chats, photos, videos, and other WhatsApp data. In addition, users don’t have to deal with complicated recovery procedures.

SnapFresh Helps Homeowners Get Backyard-Ready for World Cup Watch Parties This Summer

ZHEJIANG, China, June 29, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As the World Cup heats up and fans around the globe gather to support their teams, more homeowners are turning their backyards into the ultimate watch party destination. To help homeowners prepare faster and easier, SnapFresh, from Ningbo Winbay Technology Co., Ltd., is introducing a lineup of cordless outdoor power tools designed to simplify backyard cleanup and lawn care during the busiest summer entertaining season.

LumeFlow AI Launches Major Platform Update with Seedance 2.0 Mini, 4K Video Generation, and Marketing Studio

SHENZHEN, China, June 27, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — LumeFlow AI has officially announced a major platform update designed to empower creators with faster AI video generation, professional-quality visual production, and streamlined marketing workflows. The latest release introduces ByteDance’s newest Seedance 2.0 Mini model, native 4K support for Seedance 2.0, and the all-new Marketing Studio.

ASC Direct Expands Short-Run Packaging Capacity with Three AOPACK Box Making Machines

QINGDAO, Shandong and SHIPLEY, West Yorkshire, U.K., June 26, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — AOPACK Ltd., a manufacturer of corrugated box making machines, today announced that U.K. packaging producer ASC Direct is now operating three AOPACK machines to support its short-run, bespoke and custom-sized corrugated packaging production.

Coolmuster Counters Rising Cloud Fees with Subscription-Free Android Backup Solution

SHENZHEN, China, June 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As cloud subscription fees climb and privacy concerns reach an all-time high, global utility developer Coolmuster today announced a major update to its flagship software, answering a critical consumer question on how to back up an Android phone without relying on third-party remote servers. Coolmuster Android Assistant offers a secure, offline alternative, providing granular local data control and subscription-free security for global users.