Month: September 2026

FORM 8.3

IRISH TAKEOVER PANEL

OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE UNDER RULE 8.3 OF THE IRISH TAKEOVER PANEL ACT, 1997, TAKEOVER
RULES, 2022 BY PERSONS WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE

1.      KEY INFORMATION

2.      INTERESTS AND SHORT POSITIONS

If there are interests and short positions to disclose in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 2 for each additional class of relevant security.

Interests and short positions in the relevant securities of the offeror or offeree to which the disclosure relates following the dealing (if any)
(Note 2)

All interests and all short positions should be disclosed.

Details of options including rights to subscribe for new securities and any open stock-settled derivative positions (including traded options), or agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities, should be given on a Supplemental Form 8.

3.      DEALINGS (IF ANY) BY THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE (Note 4)

Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 3(a), (b), (c) or (d) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security dealt in.

The currency of all prices and other monetary amounts should be stated.

(a)      Purchases and sales

(b)      Cash-settled derivative transactions

(c)      Stock-settled derivative transactions (including options)

(i)      Writing, selling, purchasing or varying

(ii)      Exercise

(d)      Other dealings (including transactions in respect of new securities) (Note 3)

4.      OTHER INFORMATION

(a)      Indemnity and other dealing arrangements

(b)      Agreements, arrangements or understandings relating to options or derivatives

(c)        Attachments

Public disclosures under Rule 8.3 of the Rules must be made to a Regulatory Information Service.

NOTES ON FORM 8.3

1.      See the definition of “connected fund manager” in Rule 2.2 of Part A of the Rules.

2.      See the definition of “interest in a relevant security” in Rule 2.5 of Part A of the Rules and see Rule 8.6(a) and (b) of Part B of the Rules.

3.      See the definition of “relevant securities” in Rule 2.1 of Part A of the Rules.

4.      See the definition of “dealing” in Rule 2.1 of Part A of the Rules.

5.      If the economic exposure to changes in the price of securities is limited, for example, by virtue of a stop loss arrangement relating to a spread bet, full details must be given.

6.      See Rule 2.5(d) of Part A of the Rules.

7.      If details included in a disclosure under Rule 8 are incorrect, they should be corrected as soon as practicable in a subsequent disclosure. Such disclosure should state clearly that it corrects details disclosed previously, identify the disclosure or disclosures being corrected, and provide sufficient detail for the reader to understand the nature of the corrections. In the case of any doubt, the Panel should be consulted.

For full details of disclosure requirements, see Rule 8 of the Rules. If in doubt, consult the Panel.

References in these notes to “the Rules” are to the Irish Takeover Panel Act, 1997, Takeover Rules, 2022.

Press Release

74Software: Disclosure of transactions in own shares

Paris, September 28, 2026 – In accordance with the authorization given by the Combined General Meeting of May 19, 2026, for the implementation of a share buyback program, 74Software (LEI: 96950022O6SP7FQONJ77) declares below the purchases of its own shares (FR0011040500) from September 21 to 25, 2026:

Details of transactions, in accordance with Article 5(2)(c) of European Regulation No 596/2014 and its delegated regulation (EU) 2016/1056, are available on page 2 and following.

Disclaimer

This document is a translation into English of an original French press release. It is not a binding document. In the event of a conflict in interpretation, reference should be made to the French version, which is the authentic text.

About 74Software

74Software is an enterprise software group founded through the combination of Axway and SBS – independently operated leaders with unique experience and capabilities to deliver mission-critical software for a data driven world. A pioneer in enterprise integration solutions for 25 years, Axway supports major brands and government agencies around the globe with its core line of MFT, B2B, API, and Financial Accounting Hub products. SBS empowers banks and financial institutions to reimagine tomorrow’s digital experiences with a composable cloud-based architecture that enables deposits, lending, compliance, payments, consumer, and asset finance services and operations to be deployed worldwide. 74Software serves more than 12,000 companies, including over 1,500 financial service customers. To learn more, visit 74Software.com

Contacts – Investor Relations:

Arthur Carli – +33 (0)1 47 17 24 65 – acarli@74software.com
Chloé Chouard – +33 (0)1 47 17 21 78– cchouard@74software.com

Detailed disclosure of trading in own shares from September 21 to 25, 2026

Attachment

• 28092026_74SW_PR_ShareBuyback_WeekSept21_EN

Hydro agreed in 2025 to a future settlement related to the long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with the Swedish wind farm Cloud Snurran AB. An agreement to sell the wind park has now been entered into and Hydro expects to receive its settlement compensation following the sale.

The settlement agreement regarding the voluntary termination of the long-term power purchase agreement was entered into in July 2025. According to the agreement, Hydro’s ultimate compensation depends on the realized value from a future sale and an agreed value sharing mechanism.

Following completion of the transaction, Hydro expects to receive compensation of approximately EUR 28 million. The final amount remains subject to customary closing adjustments. Completion is expected mid-October 2026.

Investor contact:

Gerd Aalborg Aas
+47 913 05 534
Gerd.Aalborg.Aas@hydro.com

Media contact:

Anders Vindegg 
+47 938 64 271 
Anders.Vindegg@hydro.com

NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) will report third-quarter 2026 earnings on Monday, October 26, 2026.

The company will present results on a webcast beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET. Access instructions and presentation materials, including Verizon’s press release and financial tables, will be available at 7:00 a.m. ET on Verizon’s Investor Relations website, https://www.verizon.com/about/investors. 

This announcement was originally published by Verizon. Read the original press release.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) powers and empowers how its millions of customers live, work and play, delivering on their demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity and security. Headquartered in New York City, serving countries worldwide and nearly all of the Fortune 500, Verizon generated revenues of $138.2 billion in 2025. Verizon’s world-class team never stops innovating to meet customers where they are today and equip them for the needs of tomorrow. For more, visit verizon.com or find a retail location at verizon.com/stores.

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Media contact:
Jamie Serino
jamie.serino@verizon.com

NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DDC Enterprise Limited (NYSEAMERICAN: DDC) (“DDC” or the “Company”), a leading multi-brand Asian consumer food company with a growing strategic bitcoin treasury, today announced that it filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 21, 2026. The annual report on Form 20-F can be accessed on the Company’s investor relations website at https://ir.ddc.xyz/financials/financial-results or on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

DDC will provide a hard copy of the annual report containing its audited consolidated financial statements, free of charge, to its shareholders upon request. Requests should be directed in writing by email to pr@ddc.xyz, or by post to DDC Enterprise Limited, 301 S McDowell Street Suite 125, Charlotte, NC 28204 United States.

About DDC

DDC Enterprise Limited is participating proactively in the corporate Bitcoin treasury evolution while maintaining its foundation as a leading global Asian food platform. The Company has strategically positioned Bitcoin as a core reserve asset while continuing to expand its portfolio of culinary brands. DDC is at the forefront of public companies integrating Bitcoin into their financial architecture. For more information, visit www.ddc.xyz.

Media & Investor Contacts

Investor and Media Relations:
pr@ddc.xyz

Schneider Electric unveils the world’s first fully Software-Defined Medium Voltage switchgear to accelerate the speed and scalability of AI factories

• New Software Defined MV architecture delivers up to 3× faster ordering and manufacturing, up to 2× faster commissioning, zero-downtime upgrades, and a simplified footprint with less wiring and fewer components
• Architecture piloted with Equinix in a live colocation data center environment

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, today unveiled the world’s first fully Software-Defined Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear, redefining how electrical distribution systems are designed, deployed, and operated.

Announced at YOTTA 2026 (September 28–30, Las Vegas), the innovation is part of Schneider Electric’s broader vision for Software Defined Energy, which decouples system intelligence from hardware to create more flexible, resilient, and sustainable energy infrastructure. As electrification accelerates and AI factories drive data center demand, this approach allows power infrastructure to evolve at the same pace as the digital services it supports. It marks the next step for Schneider Electric as the energy technology partner for the organizations that run critical operations.

Traditional Medium Voltage systems rely on engineered-to-order, custom-built designs, resulting in longer lead times, complex procurement processes, and limited scalability. Software Defined MV Equipment addresses these constraints by shifting functionality into software and enabling over-the-air updates that deliver new features and performance improvements without physical modifications. Standardized hardware platforms replace bespoke designs, making systems easier to deploy, adapt, and scale. Importantly, upgrades can be implemented with zero operational downtime, ensuring uninterrupted service.

This transformation is supported by a simplified and modular hardware architecture that significantly reduces system complexity. By moving away from fully custom assemblies toward configurable, software-enabled modules, Schneider Electric enables faster ordering and manufacturing while lowering the environmental impact of production. Based on Schneider Electric studies and estimations, this approach delivers up to 3× faster ordering and manufacturing, and a simplified footprint with less wiring and fewer components. At the same time, digital-first commissioning processes, supported by automated testing and intuitive interfaces, accelerate deployment and simplify on-site operations, enabling up to 2× faster commissioning and onsite acceptance testing.

Beyond deployment, Software Defined MV Equipment embeds energy intelligence across the system lifecycle. With built-in connectivity and analytics, customers benefit from real-time visibility into system performance, as well as AI-powered predictive maintenance through EcoCare Services — turning real-time data into foresight, not hindsight, while reducing unplanned downtime and improving operational efficiency.

“Data centers are being asked to build faster than traditional power infrastructure can move,” said Melton Chang, Executive Vice President, Power Systems Division, Schneider Electric. “With Software Defined MV switchgear, we are bringing the logic of software to medium voltage equipment — so customers can deploy in a fraction of the time, standardize across regions, and add new capabilities with zero downtime. As their energy technology partner, we are making power infrastructure as agile as the digital operations it serves.”

Schneider Electric’s next-generation Software Defined MV Equipment is already deployed in the field through a pilot with Equinix, conducted in a live colocation data center environment.

“Software Defined MV Equipment transform the way we design, procure, build, and operate MV switchgear, allowing increased standardization for multiple use cases whilst maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and reliability,” said Greg Metcalf, Senior Director, Global Data Center Design and Innovation at Equinix. “We look forward to deepening our collaboration with Schneider Electric as we continue to innovate and scale for the future.”

Building on this foundation, Schneider Electric will extend the Software Defined MV architecture across its medium voltage portfolio and, progressively, the rest of the powertrain — including PremSet™ and the AirSeT™ range (GM AirSeT™, RM AirSeT™, and SM AirSeT™). Pilot programs continue through 2027, with broader availability to follow in 2028.

Software Defined MV Equipment represents a shift toward a more dynamic and future-ready model of electrical infrastructure. It enables faster project execution, greater operational insight, and a transition from traditional capital-intensive deployments to lifecycle-driven service models. The result is a simpler, smarter, and more sustainable power ecosystem.

To learn more about Software Defined MV Equipment and register for product and availability updates, visit the web or download the white paper.

Press contact: mediarelations@se.com

About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is a global energy technology leader, driving efficiency and sustainability by electrifying, automating, and digitalizing industries, businesses, and homes. Its technologies enable buildings, data centers, factories, infrastructure, and grids to operate as open, interconnected ecosystems, enhancing performance, resilience, and sustainability. The portfolio includes intelligent devices, software-defined architectures, AI-powered systems, digital services, and expert advisory. With 160,000 employees and 1 million partners in over 100 countries, Schneider Electric is consistently ranked among the world’s most sustainable companies. 

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