Banks say no to thousands of applications a year – and search data shows frustrated founders are looking for a way around them Hong Kong S.A.R., 9th Oct 2026 – For many Hong Kong entrepreneurs, the biggest surprise of starting a company is not the incorporation paperwork – it is the wall they hit when trying to open a business account. Search data tells the story. Every month in Hong Kong, hundreds of people look for ways to open a company account — and 170 a month search specifically for “difficulty opening a company account.” That is not idle curiosity. It is a measurable queue of business owners who have been turned away. Why traditional banks say “no” so often Traditional banks in Hong Kong have tightened their onboarding rules significantly over the past few years. Common reasons appl...

Mutsamudu, Comoros, October 9th, 2026, Chainwire MEXC, a pioneer in 0-fee digital asset trading, and Payward, the parent company of Kraken, shared their perspectives on the convergence of crypto and traditional finance during a TOKEN2049 Singapore panel. MEXC CEO Vugar Usi Zade and Payward Co-CEO Arjun Sethi, discussed how broader market access, retail demand and collaboration between platforms could shape the future of global trading. Crypto and TradFi Move Closer Together An important theme was the shift toward more connected, always-on markets. Vugar said blockchain infrastructure is challenging traditional market structures built around fixed trading hours, while users increasingly expect access to different asset classes through a more seamless experience. “Over the next five years, ...

Dubai, UAE, October 9th, 2026, FinanceWire Ufunded has introduced Spotlight, a new long-form content format created to shed light on the stories seldom discussed behind some of the most influential minds in the trading industry, and to document the individuals shaping its ongoing evolution. The initiative reflects a broader effort to move beyond performance metrics and surface the personal philosophies, decision-making frameworks, and lived experiences of some of the industry’s most influential figures. While many know these individuals for their achievements in front of the charts, Spotlight explores what happens beyond them, the underlying perspectives and experiences that often make such success possible. Each episode is structured around a central question: “What is your legacy?”, inv...

Dubai, UAE, October 9th, 2026, FinanceWire Ufunded has introduced Spotlight, a new long-form content format created to shed light on the stories seldom discussed behind some of the most influential minds in the trading industry, and to document the individuals shaping its ongoing evolution. The initiative reflects a broader effort to move beyond performance metrics and surface the personal philosophies, decision-making frameworks, and lived experiences of some of the industry’s most influential figures. While many know these individuals for their achievements in front of the charts, Spotlight explores what happens beyond them, the underlying perspectives and experiences that often make such success possible. Each episode is structured around a central question: “What is your legacy?”, inv...

Recognition closes two days of live trading sessions and partner meetings at Booth 081, Dubai World Trade Centre DUBAI, UAE, October 9th, 2026 — CentFX ended its appearance at The Forex Expo Dubai 2026 on a high note, taking home the Most Trusted Liquidity Provider award at the close of the two-day event. The globally regulated multi-asset broker had spent 22 and 23 September hosting traders, introducing brokers and institutional partners as a Diamond Sponsor at Booth 081, inside the Dubai World Trade Centre. The award arrived at the end of one of the Middle East’s busiest trading gatherings, where attendees move from stand to stand comparing brokers in person rather than on paper. For a title built on the word “trusted,” that setting mattered: the recognition reflected conversations held...

International Beauty Awards (IBA) has concluded its XXVIII season, reaffirming its position as an established international professional awards platform within the beauty industry. For many seasons, International Beauty Awards (IBA) has brought together beauty industry professionals from different countries, providing them with an opportunity to present their professional achievements at an international level. Official information about the awards, participation requirements, and selection criteria is available on the official website: iba-beauty-awards.com. 28 SEASONS OF INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION The completion of the XXVIII season of International Beauty Awards (IBA) represents an important milestone in the long-term development of the awards and their establish...

TOMS RIVER, N.J., October 9th, 2026 — Winfield LLC announced that SweepBurger.com, its online sweepstakes casino modeled after American fast-food diners, launched on September 14, 2026, and is now open for registration by eligible U.S. players. The platform operates under a free-to-play sweepstakes model with no purchase necessary. Players use Gold Coins, a virtual currency with no cash value, for entertainment purposes. Sweepstakes Coins can be obtained at no cost through the methods listed in the official rules, including a free postal request option, and prizes won with Sweepstakes Coins may be redeemed for cash prizes after identity verification. Sweepstakes casinos operate in the United States under state promotional sweepstakes laws rather than casino gaming licenses, which is why a...

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM — Most recently, the Airwheel SE3SX Smart Rideable Cabin Suitcase was honored with a 2026 European Product Design Award (EPDA) Winner title, marking yet another milestone in the brand’s relentless pursuit of innovation. Airwheel, a pioneering smart mobility brand, has cemented its position as a global design leader with its intelligent rideable luggage series accumulating over 100 prestigious international awards across the United States, Europe, Japan, Italy, Germany, France, and London. The EPDA, alongside the MUSE Design Awards and IDEA Awards—all established by the International Awards Associate (IAA)—represent the pinnacle of global industrial design recognition. An international jury evaluates entries across innovation, aesthetic expression, practical implementatio...

I Love Brandable launches an online print shop and creative studio offering commercial printing, graphic design, custom websites, and AI-assisted workflow automations for small businesses. Newark, Delaware, United States, 9th Oct 2026 — I Love Brandable today announced the launch of its online print shop and creative studio at ilovebrandable.com, built for small businesses that want print, design, websites, and automations from one team. I Love Brandable is a Delaware-based commercial printing company with an in-house creative agency. Customers can order business cards, postcards, flyers, brochures, and banners online, upload artwork or send it after checkout, and receive a PDF proof before anything goes to press. Beyond print, I Love Brandable offers graphic design, custom websites, and A...

Former NFL player reflects on how routines built through football continue to shape life beyond competition. Tampa, FL, Oct 09, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Former professional football player Therrian Fontenot is drawing attention to the role that discipline and routine can play long after an athletic career ends. Fontenot spent much of his early life focused on football. Born in Louisiana and later raised in Los Angeles, he attended Leuzinger High School before earning a full athletic scholarship to Fresno State. He later left college early to pursue professional football and went on to play in the NFL. While his playing career eventually came to an end, Fontenot says many of the habits built through football remained useful well beyond the sport itself. Structure Beyond the Game Competitive fo...