Updated hourlyHourly refreshSun, Oct 25, 2026
Media · Sports
APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the communications consultancy built for performance across Africa, today announced the appointment of former International Criminal Court Spokesperson and Head of Public Affairs Fadi El Abdallah as Chief Strategic Advisor, Reputation and Crisis Communications, and the launch of APO Group's new Strategic Reputation & Crisis Communications division. It helps multinational corporations, financial institutions, African governments and sovereign entities, pan-African corporates, and organisations across the continent's fastest-growing sectors prepare for, manage, and recover from high-stakes reputational crises. Its services span crisis rapid response, executive counsel, crisis readiness, reputation recovery, and continuous crisis intelligence.
Copyright-free video B-roll, images and soundbites are available for the media to download and use freely without requiring authorisation: https://apo-opa.co/4z2jngk
For additional insights, watch the full interview with Fadi El Abdallah here: https://apo-opa.co/4zjYXQ9
As the official Spokesperson and Head of Public Affairs of the International Criminal Court (ICC) for 15 years, El Abdallah, PhD, operated at the centre of some of the most complex and high-profile institutional crises of the past two decades, managing media pressure, countering coordinated disinformation campaigns, advising senior leadership under extreme public scrutiny, and coordinating crisis response across multiple stakeholders and jurisdictions.
On the appointment, Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard (www.Pompigne-Mognard.com), Founder and Chairman of APO Group, said: “Reputation and crisis communications are among the most under-served disciplines in Africa, yet also among the most critical. For 15 years, Fadi managed institutional reputation during coordinated disinformation campaigns, sanctions crises, and war crimes trials, before a global audience and under permanent legal constraint. There is no comparable practitioner on the continent, and we are proud to welcome him to APO Group to lead this division.”
Bas Wijne, CEO of APO Group, added: “What makes this division different is that we do not only advise, we execute. A strategy that sits on paper is worthless when a narrative is moving across 12 markets in three languages overnight. Fadi brings the strategic framework, and APO Group brings the infrastructure to deploy it across all 54 African markets in real time. That combination does not exist anywhere else in Africa.”
On his appointment as Chief Strategic Advisor, Reputation and Crisis Communications, Fadi El Abdallah said: “Reputation and crisis communications in Africa are at an inflection point. Governments and organisations are facing reputational threats that are faster, more complex and more consequential than ever before, driven by digital media, political pressure and an increasingly discerning global audience. What has been missing is a firm with both the strategic depth to advise at the highest level on reputation and crisis, and the infrastructure to deliver at scale. That is exactly what APO Group offers, and it is why I am here.”
APO Group operates two integrated business units that together make it unique on the African continent, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2027 and trusted by 300+ organisations including Emirates, Canon, Nestlé, the NFL, DHL, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), and Afreximbank.
The first is Africa's largest press release and content distribution service, the Africa Newsroom newswire, reaching 450,000+ journalists and news organisations across all 54 African markets in English, French, Arabic, and Portuguese. Through partnerships with Bloomberg Terminal, Thomson Reuters Eikon, LexisNexis, and Dow Jones Factiva, APO Group's distribution extends directly into the international financial and investor community, guaranteeing visibility with the analysts, fund managers, and financial decision-makers who shape investment flows into Africa.
The second is a full-service strategic communications consultancy managing complete communications strategy and delivery for some of the leading organisations active in Africa: building strategies from the ground up; creating all content formats through a dedicated in-house content department (press releases, opinion pieces, digital assets for social media, white papers, research reports, executive speeches, and multimedia content); organising press conferences, interviews, and international online press conferences; managing influencer programmes; and securing editorial coverage across the continent and in leading international media including the Financial Times, CNN, BBC, Al Jazeera, TV5 Monde, Bloomberg, Reuters, and AFP. APO Group has communications professionals on the ground across Africa, a pan-African workforce that no global advisory firm can match in breadth, depth, or local knowledge.
When an organisation needs to move a narrative at speed, APO Group mobilises both business units simultaneously. No other advisory firm on the continent can make this claim.
To explore how APO Group's Strategic Reputation and Crisis Communications division can support your organisation, contact enquiry@apo-opa.com.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of APO Group.
For media enquiries and interview requests with Fadi El Abdallah, contact marie@apo-opa.com.
About APO Group:
Recognised internationally for communications excellence, including SABRE, Davos Communications, and World Business Outlook distinctions, APO Group partners with global and African organisations for whom the continent is a strategic priority. Clients include the African Development Bank Group, Africa CDC, Afreximbank, NFL, Nestlé, Emirates, Canon, Western Union and GITEX Global.
Oct 21 · 08:01·APO Group
Sports
From creator studios to stadium broadcasts, clear and untethered audio has become a baseline expectation. That shift is pushing the wireless microphone market onto a [read full press release...]
Oct 21 · 07:26·Express Press Release
Sports
Powered by Originals: Valvoline™, The Original Motor Oil1, partners with U.S. Women's National Team midfielder Rose Lavelle to celebrate the athletes, fans, and trailblazers shaping the future. LEXINGTON, Ky., Oct. 21, 2026 -- Valvoline™ Global, The Original Motor Oil1, and...
Oct 21 · 07:00·PR Newswire
Sports
Acronis announces expanded #TeamUp partnership with AS Roma, one of Italy’s most internationally recognized football clubs, supported by DSMatic.
Oct 21 · 07:00·GlobeNewswire
AI · SaaS
Hong Kong, Oct 21, 2026 - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and co-organised by the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association (HKMOA), the 34th Hong Kong International Optical Fair will be held from 4 to 6 November at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Under the theme "Bright Eyes • New Horizons", the fair will bring together more than 600 exhibitors from 14 countries and regions, featuring a wide range of products and solutions covering smart eyewear, eye care, sports and specialist eyewear, frames, lenses and more, providing buyers with a comprehensive one-stop sourcing platform.
Bringing together global eyewear brands and suppliers, the Hong Kong International Optical Fair highlights the latest market trends, technological advancements and design innovations shaping the industry.
HKTDC Associate Executive Director Smilely Lam said: "The eyewear industry is entering a new era driven by technological innovation, sustainability and changing lifestyles. AI-powered smart glasses, for example, recorded global shipments of 8.7 million units last year, representing a remarkable year-on-year increase of 322%, underscoring the sector’s strong growth momentum. The Hong Kong International Optical Fair showcases the latest products and technologies, and also inspires the industry to explore emerging market opportunities from fresh perspectives and foster cross-industry collaboration. From smart eyewear and green solutions to innovative fashion-forward designs, we look forward to providing a platform for exchanges and partnerships within and beyond the industry while reinforcing Hong Kong's position as an international business hub and regional sourcing centre."
Global brands unveil the next wave of eyewear innovation
This year, the fair brings together exhibitors from Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland, Taiwan, and across Asia, Europe and the United States. Industry associations and enterprises from various regions will also be featured, including the HKOMA, Danyang in Jiangsu Province, Zhejiang, Yingtan in Jiangxi Province, Taiwan, ASEAN, Korea and the Fukui Optical Association, as well as the Visionaries of Style zone dedicated to creative designer brands. Making its debut at the fair, Daegu Health College of Korea will bring a number of local eyewear companies and showcase their innovative products. The spotlighted "Brand Name Gallery" will showcase some 200 renowned brands from around the world, highlighting the latest designs and technological innovations.
The 34th Hong Kong International Optical Fair has already attracted pre-registered buyers from leading retailers and distributors worldwide, including Capitol Optical (Singapore), Eyespace Eyewear (UK), Grand Optik (Indonesia), Kaundi GmbH (Austria), Optica Halperin Ltd (Israel), Optical London Drugs (Canada), Parasite Design (France), The Optical Company (Australia) and Vision Plus (US), demonstrating the event’s strong international sourcing appeal.
Capturing growth in smart eyewear and the silver economy
Rapid advances in artificial intelligence and wearable technology are driving strong growth in the smart eyewear sector. According to IDC, global smart glasses shipments reached 3.566 million units in the first quarter of 2026, up 130.1% year-on-year. Meanwhile, market research firm Omdia reported that global AI eyewear shipments reached 8.7 million units in 2025, representing annual growth of 322%, highlighting the transition of smart eyewear from a niche category to mainstream adoption.
This year's fair will feature a wide array of smart eyewear equipped with augmented reality (AR), AI voice assistants, real-time translation, 4K recording and navigation functions. At the same time, growing demand from the silver economy is fuelling interest in vision care and eye-health products. Exhibitors will showcase progressive lenses, smart reading glasses, bone-conduction audio glasses and eye-care devices designed for older consumers, helping to enhance quality of life and visual wellbeing. Sports eyewear, performance eyewear, sustainability-focused products and green manufacturing technologies will also be among the highlights.
Industry events spotlight emerging trends and future opportunities
A series of forums and seminars will be held during the fair, covering topics such as smart eyewear, performance eyewear, testing and certification, enabling industry professionals to keep abreast of the latest market developments. The 24th Hong Kong International Optometric Symposium, organised by the HKTDC and co-organised by the Hong Kong Optometric Association and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, will take place on 5 November. Under the theme "Primary Eye Care in Action: Elevating Clinical Scope and Community Impact", experts from Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong, Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States will share the latest research findings and clinical experiences on a wide range of topics, including paediatric eye care, digital eye strain, driving vision assessment, dry eye management, inherited retinal diseases, and collaborative management between optometrists and ophthalmologists.
In addition, the 26th Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition will hold its award presentation ceremony on the opening day of the fair. This year's theme, "Mix & Match", encourages designers to showcase eyewear as an expression of fashion and personal style through innovative designs. A new Technology Concept Award has been introduced for student participants to encourage the integration of creativity and technology.
The fair will continue to adopt the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model which seamlessly integrates online and offline elements to extend business opportunities. Exhibitors and buyers can connect and arrange meetings through the Click2Match online smart business-matching platform until 13 November. During the physical event, buyers can also use the Scan2Match function on the HKTDC Marketplace App to scan exhibitors’ QR codes to bookmark favourite suppliers, access product details and interactive floor plans, and make product enquiries—enabling engagement with exhibitors before and after the fair to continue their sourcing journey.
Featured Products
Driven by technological innovation, demographic shifts and increasing health awareness, the eyewear industry is entering a new era of growth and transformation. This year's fair spotlights five major trends: smart technology, the silver economy, fashion and design, active lifestyles, and sustainability. Showcasing innovative products and solutions that combine technology, wellness, design and environmental responsibility, the fair offers a glimpse into the future of the industry while opening up fresh business opportunities. Highlights include:
Smart Technology:
INMO AIR3 SMART Glasses
Combining AI and AR technologies, the INMO Air3 features a Sony Micro OLED display that delivers a full HD1080P visual experience and supports the Android 14 ecosystem. Equipped with a ChatGPT-powered AI voice assistant, 4K first-person video recording and smart navigation functions, it offers a more immersive and convenient smart wearable experience.
Sichuan Yingmu Technology Co Ltd
Product Zone: Brand Name Gallery | Booth: GH-C10
GSPRO AI Glasses
GetD GSPRO collection is the AI glasses with health monitoring and Apple Find My. Featuring a 6-axis gyroscope for neck health & fall detection with emergency alerts. Crafted with a lightweight 26g Japanese Titanium+Injected TR90 for all-day comfort. Integrated with GPT/Gemini, it supports 145+ languages AI real-time translation and Q&A, combined with GDirect™ open-ear audio and virtual bass.
Shenzhen GetD Technology Co Ltd
Product Zone: Innovation Hub | Booth:GH-A26
Silver Economy:
Intelligence Presbyopia Glass (U10)
Using the most advance lens technology, can according to your actual vision, automatically adjust the focal length, presbyopia plus or minus 100 – 400°. AI Intelligence chip, dual mode, you can press the button or pure voice control system, wake up the voice assistance, you can feel free to make a phone call, listen to music, and liberate your hands.
Shenzhen Muedo Technology Co Ltd
Product Zone: Smart Eyewear | Booth:1E-A23
Gemini Progressive Lenses
Designed for older adults, the Gemini Progressive Lenses incorporate Vision Smart Technology and Free-Form digital surfacing technology to enhance stability in distance vision and minimise peripheral distortion. The lenses also optimise near-vision performance and everyday visual comfort, delivering a more natural and seamless viewing experience.
Divel Italia s.p.a.
Product Zone: Lenses | Booth:1D-G06
Sports and Functional:
Adaptive Photochromic Court Eyewear
Move comfortably between indoor courts and outdoor play with adaptive photochromic sport eyewear. The UV-responsive lenses remain clear or lightly tinted in low-UV environments and gradually darken under outdoor UV exposure, helping reduce brightness while providing UV protection. Finished in translucent champagne beige with a refined sport-inspired shape and supportive black nose pads, this versatile eyewear is ideal for pickleball, padel, tennis, squash and everyday active use.
Winky International Limited (Brand: BIG HORN)
Product Zone: Brand Name Gallery | Booth: GH-R03
Smart Kid's Eye-protection Glasses
Designed specifically for children, the smart eye-care glasses track viewing distance and posture in real time, encouraging healthy eye habits and helping to reduce vision risks caused by poor posture and prolonged close-up viewing.
Rayke Intelligent Technology Limited
Product Zone: Brand Name Gallery | Booth: GH-B26
Photo Download: https://bit.ly/4iuIl1Q
Websites
The Hong Kong International Optical Fair: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkopticalfair/en
Event details of the Hong Kong International Optical Fair: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkopticalfair/en/programme
The 24th Hong Kong International Optometric Symposium:
https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkopticalfair/en/the-24th-hong-kong-international-optometric-symposium
The HKTDC's Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/en
Fair Details
Date:
4 – 6 November 2026 (Wednesday to Friday)
Time:
(4 to 5 November) 9:30am – 6:30pm
(6 November) 9:30am – 5:00pm
Venue:
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Admission: For trade visitors aged 18 or above only. Onsite Registration Fee: HK$100 per person (free for e-Badge registration and pre-registered buyers)
Click2Match – Smart Business Matching Platform:
Date: 28 October – 13 November
Media enquiries:
For enquiries, please contact:
HKTDC Communication and Public Affairs Department:
Navin Law
Tel: (852) 2584 4525
Email: navin.cm.law@hktdc.org
Winnie Kan
Tel: (852) 2584 4055
Email: winnie.wy.kan@hktdc.org
About HKTDC
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus.
Oct 21 · 05:25·ACN Newswire
Automotive · Sports
-- When you think of adventure, what comes to mind first? Mountains, muddy trails, or a rugged, muscular silhouette? These familiar images have given adventure a distinctive identity, but they have also shaped the way people imagine what adventure should look like. Yet adventure can take on a different form. On October 20, OMODA X will make its global debut at OMODA X NIGHT. When the dynamic tension of a sports car m
Oct 21 · 04:06·MarketersMEDIA
Sports
This special edition camera will combine photography and motor racing, perfectly embodying their shared values: precision, teamwork and craftsmanship. All for the decisive moment. LOS ANGELES, Oct. 20, 2026 -- Two long-established brands, Leica Camera and Formula 1®, have...
Oct 21 · 03:00·PR Newswire
Finance · Sports
NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2026 -- The DJS Law Group reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. ("Dick's" or "the Company") (NYSE: DKS) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated...
Oct 21 · 01:18·PR Newswire
Sports
Featuring nearly 800 diamonds and sapphires, an innovative retractable Madison Square Garden design and details commemorating the team's championship run, the ring transforms a historic season into a wearable piece of New York basketball history Knicks fans will have the opportunity to own a piece of history through the C
Oct 20 · 23:00·Business Wire
Education · Sports
Partnership Supports Student-Athlete Performance, Sustainable Facility Solutions and Lasting Community Impact IRVING, Texas, Oct. 20, 2026 -- The American Conference and Ecore Athletic today announced a partnership naming Ecore Athletic the Preferred Athletic Flooring...
Oct 20 · 22:16·PR Newswire
Finance · Gaming
FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 20, 2026 -- Sports Entertainment Gaming Global Corporation ("SEGG Media" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: SEGG, LTRYW) today announced that on October 14, 2026, it received a Staff Determination letter (the "Letter") from the Listing Qualifications Department (the "Staff") of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq"). The Letter states that the Company has not regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1), which requires timely filing of all required periodic financial reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). The Company has timely requested a hearing before the Nasdaq Hearings Panel (the "Hearings Panel") and paid the applicable $20,000 hearing fee to review the Staff's determination.
Oct 20 · 21:26·GlobeNewswire
Sports
- - • Acura Integra recognized as a 2026 Best of the Year Award winner - • Award highlights Integra's blend of sporty performance, premium features and everyday versatility - - - The Acura Integra has earned a 2026 Best of the Year Award from Best of the Year Media, recognizing the premium sport compact for its distinctive combination of engaging performance, sophisticated design, advanced technology and everyday practicality. - - Selected through an evaluation process that considers prod...
Read the full story at https://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=363110
Oct 20 · 20:12·WebWire