MADRID, Sept. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AnchorLess recently announced the availability of its online Spanish NIF assistance service for foreign entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners who need a tax identification number for qualifying activities in Spain without relocating to the country.

The service addresses an important administrative requirement for individuals who have financial or commercial interests in Spain but maintain their residence and principal business activities elsewhere.

These individuals may require Spanish tax identification when investing in a company, purchasing certain assets or completing transactions connected to Spanish institutions.

Through its online platform, AnchorLess assists applicants with understanding the relevant requirements, preparing documentation and following the administrative process applicable to their circumstances.

Supporting Cross-Border Business Activity

International entrepreneurs increasingly conduct business across several jurisdictions without transferring their personal residence or establishing a permanent home in every market in which they operate.

An entrepreneur living in the United States, for example, may invest in a Spanish company while continuing to manage a US-based business. A British investor may develop commercial interests in Spain while remaining resident in the United Kingdom. Similarly, a founder based elsewhere in the European Union may require Spanish identification for a specific transaction without moving to Spain.

These arrangements can create an administrative connection with Spain even when they do not involve immigration or relocation. The NIF allows Spanish authorities to identify individuals and entities undertaking activities relevant to the country’s tax or financial system.

Service Clarifies the Difference Between NIF and NIE

AnchorLess’s announcement also addresses a common source of confusion for foreign applicants: the relationship between the NIF and NIE.

A NIF, or Número de Identificación Fiscal, is the tax identification number used by Spanish authorities. An NIE, or Número de Identidad de Extranjero, is an identification number assigned to foreign nationals with certain economic, professional or social interests in Spain.

For many foreign individuals, the NIE also functions as their NIF for Spanish tax purposes. However, the appropriate identification and application route can depend on the person’s nationality, location and intended transaction.

Applicants using the service to obtain a Spanish NIF receive administrative assistance based on the documentation and procedures relevant to their situation. This support is designed for eligible individuals who need to establish a formal connection with Spanish authorities without treating the process as a relocation application.

A Spanish NIF Does Not Grant Residency

AnchorLess emphasises that receiving a Spanish NIF is separate from acquiring immigration status or establishing tax residency.

A NIF identifies an individual or entity for tax and administrative purposes. It does not, by itself, grant permission to live in Spain, provide residence rights or replace a visa or residence authorisation. It also does not automatically establish that an individual is a Spanish tax resident.

Tax treatment depends on factors including the individual’s country of residence, the type of income or investment involved and the nature of the Spanish transaction. Cross-border arrangements may be subject to rules in Spain as well as those in the individual’s home jurisdiction.

Applicants may therefore need advice from qualified tax or legal professionals when assessing the wider consequences of a transaction. AnchorLess states on its website that it is an administrative intermediary rather than a bank, accounting firm, investment adviser, tax adviser, law firm or government authority.

Remote Support for Spanish Administrative Procedures

Managing identification forms and communicating with authorities can be challenging for someone based outside Spain. AnchorLess’s online service is intended to reduce this administrative difficulty by helping applicants understand the steps and supporting documents involved.

The platform provides administrative and relocation assistance across Spain, Portugal and Italy. Its services cover both people planning an international move and individuals who require selected documentation without relocating.

This distinction is particularly relevant for foreign investors. Entering the Spanish market financially does not necessarily require an individual to move their home or transfer an existing business to Spain. In some cases, the first step is limited to securing the identification required for a specific commercial or financial activity.

About AnchorLess

AnchorLess is an online relocation and administrative-support platform created to simplify selected European immigration and bureaucratic procedures. Founded by expatriates, the company assists international individuals, entrepreneurs and investors with administrative processes in Spain, Portugal and Italy. Its services include relocation assistance, document support and access to administrative guidance through an online platform. AnchorLess also works with accredited professionals where a procedure requires specialised legal or administrative involvement.

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NEW YORK, Sept. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — XRP continues to attract attention from investors as institutional participation, ETF activity, and changing market conditions reshape the digital asset market. As volatility creates new opportunities as well as challenges, investors are increasingly exploring automated technologies that can help them participate in the market without continuously monitoring price movements.

MoneySimpler is responding to this growing demand with its AI Automated Trading platform, designed to provide users with simplified access to AI-driven multi-factor strategies and systematic trading tools.

AI Automated Trading offers another approach.

By combining market analysis, quantitative strategies, and automated execution, AI-powered systems can continuously monitor market conditions and execute trading strategies according to predefined parameters.

MoneySimpler aims to make these technologies more accessible to everyday investors through a user-friendly, no-code platform.

MoneySimpler’s AI Automated Trading platform incorporates multiple market factors when evaluating trading opportunities. Rather than relying on a single market indicator, multi-factor strategies are designed to consider different signals and market conditions when executing trades.

Start MoneySimpler AI Automated Trading in Three Steps

Getting started with MoneySimpler is designed to be straightforward. Users can complete the process in three steps:

1. Register an Account

Visit the official MoneySimpler website and register using an email address. After completing registration, users can access the available AI Automated Trading features.

2. Select a Strategy

Users can review available AI multi-factor strategies and choose an option based on their investment budget, objectives, and personal risk preferences. After selecting a strategy, users can activate automated trading with a simple setup process.

3. Start Automated Trading

Once a strategy is activated, the system can automatically execute trades according to its predefined parameters and monitor market conditions continuously. Users can view strategy activity and performance through the platform and manage their positions according to their individual investment plans.

A Simpler Approach to Quantitative Trading

Professional quantitative trading can require programming skills, specialized financial knowledge, market data, and sophisticated infrastructure. MoneySimpler’s no-code approach is designed to reduce these technical barriers.

Instead of building algorithms independently, users can access available strategies through the platform and allow automated systems to handle strategy-based execution.

For investors following XRP and other digital assets, this creates an additional way to participate in changing market conditions without relying entirely on manual trading decisions.

Automation cannot eliminate market volatility or guarantee profits. However, systematic execution can provide a disciplined framework for investors who want to explore AI-driven trading strategies.

The Future of AI-Driven Investing

As institutional interest in digital assets continues to develop, investors are gaining access to an expanding range of financial technologies. AI automation and quantitative strategies are becoming increasingly relevant as investors seek more systematic approaches to navigating volatile markets.

Looking Ahead

As digital asset markets continue to evolve, the demand for accessible and systematic trading solutions is expected to grow. MoneySimpler will continue developing AI-driven automated trading tools and multi-factor strategies designed to help investors navigate changing market conditions with greater flexibility and efficiency.

By combining AI technology, quantitative strategies, and automated execution within a user-friendly platform, MoneySimpler aims to make advanced trading technology more accessible to a broader range of investors and support the continued evolution of AI-driven investing.

For more information, please visit the official website.

Contact: info@moneysimpler.com

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BROOMFIELD, Colo., Sept. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Quantinuum Inc. (NASDAQ: QNT) (the "Company"), a leading quantum computing company, today announced that members of its management team will participate in the Bernstein 23rd Annual Pan-European Strategic Decisions Conference, taking place September 9–10, 2026, in London, United Kingdom.

Quantinuum will participate in a fireside chat and host one-on-one meetings with investors during the conference.

About Quantinuum

Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company offering a full-stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. The company has commercially deployed multiple generations of trapped-ion based quantum systems built on the well-established QCCD architecture, which it has implemented with novel designs and capabilities to achieve the industry’s highest accuracy levels based on average two-qubit gate fidelity. Quantinuum has active engagements with market leaders across pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, and government and industrial markets, as well as academic and research institutions globally.

The company has a global workforce of approximately 800 employees, including top scientists and researchers. Over 70% of its technology team holds PhDs or Master’s degrees. Quantinuum’s headquarters is in Broomfield, Colorado, with additional facilities across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Qatar, and Singapore.

Contacts

Investor & Media Contact
Shub Mukherjee – Investor Contact – investors@quantinuum.com
Aaron Sorenson – Media Contact – press@quantinuum.com 

The event gathered over 350 guests, including Sam Hou Fai, Chief Executive of the Macao SAR; Tiong King Sing, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture of Malaysia; Sim Tze Tzin, Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry of Malaysia; and Ouyang Yujing, Chinese Ambassador to Malaysia. They were joined by members of the Macao SAR government and entrepreneurial delegations, representatives from the Chinese Embassy in Malaysia, and prominent figures from various sectors in Malaysia.

Sam Hou Fai stated that this visit to Malaysia aims to renew traditional friendship, build further consensus, and elevate pragmatic cooperation between Macao and Malaysia to a higher level. Macao aspires to serve as a bridge for deepening cooperation between Malaysia and Mainland China, working together to open a new chapter of mutual benefit, win-win outcomes, and synergistic development. He pointed out that both Macao and Malaysia are key nodes on the “Maritime Silk Road,” sharing deep cultural and people-to-people bonds and close exchanges. Facilitated by mutual visa-free entry and direct flights, the two regions have achieved fruitful cooperation in trade, investment, tourism, MICE, and education. Malaysia is not only an important economic partner and international tourist source market for Macao, but also demonstrates immense potential for collaboration in cultural exchange, educational partnerships, and the promotion of Muslim-friendly tourism.

Tiong King Sing highlighted Malaysia’s strategic position in ASEAN—a fast-growing regional market—and Macao’s role in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). By linking their networks, both sides can help businesses unlock vast opportunities between ASEAN and the GBA. He emphasized Malaysia’s readiness to strengthen cooperation in trade, tourism, and education. He urged both sides to bridge connections and engage businesses, schools, tourism operators, and cultural groups to deliver tangible results.

The seminar featured presentations, business matching, and sharing sessions highlighting Macao’s “Tourism+” initiatives, especially “Tourism + Healthcare” big health. Notably, Macao Union Medical Center’s advanced services are meet diverse international healthcare needs.

Additionally, Macao’s upcoming private healthcare law will introduce a “day hospital” category, a one-stop licensing system, and regulations for telemedicine, outreach services, and advanced therapies, fostering a clear, flexible investment environment. Leveraging Macao-Hengqin synergy, the region seeks to partner with Southeast Asian firms to capture medical tourism and big health opportunities.

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]]> https://asiainsiders.net/malaysias-next-automotive-chapter-from-assembly-lines-to-global-value-creation/ Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000 https://asiainsiders.net/malaysias-next-automotive-chapter-from-assembly-lines-to-global-value-creation

As the industry rewires around electronics and software, Malaysia is trying to move from assembling cars to making the higher-value parts inside them, and to carry its own companies up the supply chain as it does.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – The global automotive industry is undergoing one of its most significant transformations in decades, and Malaysia is preparing for its next chapter. The vehicle of the future will not be defined by its engine or its bodywork. It is becoming a combination of semiconductors, electronics, software, sensors and batteries, more connected, electrified and intelligent than anything before it. The question facing Malaysia, a country that has assembled cars for half a century, is whether its own companies can evolve at the same pace.

For the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), the agency that courts and screens industrial investment, the answer cannot simply be to attract more capital or build more vehicles. Its aim is to create deeper value: stronger technological capabilities, skilled talent, and Malaysian companies embedded more firmly in regional and global supply chains.

Beyond Traditional Manufacturing

Malaysia has spent decades building an automotive and manufacturing base, with established capabilities in electrical and electronics and in semiconductors. The task now, in MIDA’s view, is to connect those strengths and steer investment toward the technologies that will define the next generation of mobility: automotive electronics, power systems, battery technology, advanced sensors, vehicle control systems, charging infrastructure and the software behind connected and automated vehicles.

The foundation is substantial. From 2017 through the first half of 2026, Malaysia approved RM71.7 billion, about US$16.9 billion, in investments across 745 projects in the transportation equipment sector, expected to generate over 59,000 jobs. That momentum has carried into this year. That momentum has carried into this year.

In the first half of 2026 alone, the country approved RM218.5 billion, about US$49 billion, in investments overall, almost 12 per cent more than a year earlier, with foreign investors accounting for RM126.9 billion of the total, an increase of more than 18 per cent. What MIDA says it is chasing now is not scale but depth, and the difference shows in the kind of work arriving.

“We are no longer measuring success by the size of the investment alone,” said Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid, the Chief Executive Officer of MIDA. “The RM218.5 billion we approved in just the first half of this year shows the confidence investors have in Malaysia, but the real test is what that investment leaves behind: the technology transferred, the talent built, and the number of Malaysian companies drawn into global supply chains. That is where the next chapter will be won, in the depth of the value we create, not simply the volume of what we attract.”

Deepening Localisation, Strengthening Local Suppliers

Consider Mazda. The Japanese carmaker has maintained a long-standing presence in Malaysia through its partnership with Bermaz Auto, with local assembly providing an important foundation for expanding its manufacturing and supply-chain footprint in the country. In 2026, Mazda moved to deepen that presence through the local assembly of the All-New Mazda CX-5, with a targeted 60 per cent localisation level. The programme represents an important step in strengthening Malaysia’s role as a regional manufacturing and export base for Mazda.

The significance of Mazda’s commitment lies as much in what it creates for Malaysian companies as in the vehicles themselves. The localisation of the All-New CX-5 provides a platform for Malaysian automotive suppliers to participate more deeply in Mazda’s supply chain, while creating opportunities for technology transfer, capability development and stronger industrial linkages between Malaysian and Japanese companies. In this context, localisation is not simply about increasing the percentage of locally sourced components, but about developing effective and higher-value local capabilities that can compete within regional and global automotive supply chains.

This is where MIDA has concentrated its efforts. Through the MIDA–Mazda Strategic Vendor Development and Supply Chain Programme in Hiroshima, Japan, from 19–25 July 2026, MIDA, together with Bermaz Auto, Mazda Malaysia and Mazda Motor Corporation, brought 16 Malaysian automotive vendors from sectors including chassis and suspension, stamping, precision machining, plastic injection moulding, cockpit modules, seating systems and insulation components to engage with Mazda and its Japanese supply-chain partners. The programme resulted in the exchange of five Memorandums of Understanding between Malaysian and Japanese companies, creating concrete opportunities to support the localisation of the All-New Mazda CX-5.

For Malaysia, the deeper significance of Mazda’s commitment therefore lies not only in the vehicles assembled locally, but in the industrial ecosystem developing around them. Each localisation project, supplier partnership and technology collaboration strengthens Malaysia’s automotive manufacturing capabilities and creates opportunities for Malaysian vendors to move into higher-value activities. More importantly, Mazda’s commitment to Malaysia as an ASEAN export hub provides a platform for local companies to integrate into regional supply chains and reinforces Malaysia’s position as a competitive and increasingly sophisticated automotive manufacturing base.

From Tier Two, Upward

If Mazda is the carmaker whose deepening presence lifts others, Pecca Group is a Malaysian company climbing on its own. For a quarter of a century, Pecca has cut and stitched the leather that lines the seats of the cars Malaysians drive, supplying the national marques and the Japanese carmakers as a Tier-2 supplier, essential work that rarely commands the highest margins. It has never treated that as its ceiling.

Listed on the Main Board of Bursa Malaysia since 2016 and employing some 800 people, the company is working toward Tier-1 status through seat assembly, and has carried its craft into aviation, manufacturing and refurbishing aircraft cabin interiors under European airworthiness approval for customers from the United States to Australia and the Gulf. “We have been a Tier-2 supplier for twenty-five years, and we are ready for the next chapter,” said Foo Ken Nee, Chief Executive Officer of Pecca Group. “Moving up the value chain is how a Malaysian company like ours grows alongside the industry rather than beneath it.” Pecca is one of several Malaysian firms, alongside names such as PMB Aluminium, Tomcare Resources and Xenso Tech, whose capabilities are increasingly worth putting before the world.

A Different Measure of Success

The next stage of Malaysia’s industrial development, MIDA argues, will require relationships that go beyond the traditional buyer and supplier model, with local companies drawn earlier into product development and, over time, designing and engineering for international markets. Multinationals bring technology, global networks and market access; Malaysian firms bring manufacturing depth and, increasingly, their own engineering. The task is to bring those strengths together.

“Malaysia has assembled the world’s cars for fifty years, and we are grateful for it,” said Datuk Sikh Shamsul. “But our ambition now is larger. We want the next generation of vehicles to carry Malaysian technology, Malaysian engineering and Malaysian companies within them, not just Malaysian hands on the line. That is the future we are building toward, and the investments arriving today tell us it is within reach.”

Ultimately, the country’s success in this phase will not be measured by the number of investments secured, but by the depth of the value created: more Malaysian companies in the higher-value segments of the mobility chain, supplying global carmakers and developing technology, and more multinationals deepening their footprint here through research, engineering and supplier development. Malaysia has the industrial foundation, the electronics and automotive expertise, the talent and access to a growing ASEAN market. The challenge now is to connect those strengths more deeply, so that as the industry enters its next generation, the country is not simply along for the ride, but helping to build the road ahead.

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]]> https://asiainsiders.net/hanin-showcases-consumer-printing-portfolio-at-ifa-berlin-2026-led-by-the-global-debut-of-the-eq3-instant-camera/ Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://asiainsiders.net/hanin-showcases-consumer-printing-portfolio-at-ifa-berlin-2026-led-by-the-global-debut-of-the-eq3-instant-camera

The showcase connects creative imaging with everyday printing across instant cameras, photo printers, label makers and portable A4 printers.

BERLIN, GERMANY– Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – The global debut of the EQ3 takes center stage in Hanin’s consumer printing showcase at Booth H20-139 during IFA Berlin 2026.

For many instant-camera users, the ideal experience sits between two worlds: the emotional pull of a large physical print and the control to shape an image before it leaves the camera. The EQ3 brings those ideas together in a square-format hybrid instant camera designed for users seeking larger instant prints.

The EQ3 draws on more than two decades of Hanin’s experience in printing technology. Today, more than 400 R&D professionals support a growing portfolio of products serving users across more than 100 countries and regions.

Edit In Camera. Print Only What Is Worth Keeping.
The EQ3 offers customizable filters, image adjustment and in-camera collage creation. Users can refine images before printing, helping reduce wasted prints without sacrificing spontaneity.

Its larger square format suits portraits and everyday scenes, while dye-sublimation printing produces durable photos. A removable battery makes replacement easier and supports longer use.

“The moment can be spontaneous; the print should be intentional,”said Shaowei Song, General Manager of Hanin’s Consumer Electronics Division. “EQ3 gives people the freedom to create first, then keep the moments that matter in a larger square format.”

The display also includes the Z1, Z2, M3, M5S, M6 and M6 Pro, spanning ZINK ink-free and dye-sublimation printing. Selected models offer built-in displays, reprinting and Bluetooth connectivity for app-based printing.

From Creative Imaging to Everyday Printing
Beyond instant cameras, the portfolio includes photo printers for smartphone images, label makers for homes and small businesses, and portable A4 printers for documents beyond the desk.

Together, the categories connect creative expression with everyday use and create opportunities for retailers, distributors and technology partners.

Booth: H20-139
Date: September 4-8, 2026

Explore Hanin’s consumer electronics portfolio

Hashtag: #Hanin

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About Hanin

www.haningroup.com

]]> https://asiainsiders.net/takuma-fujisaki-exclusively-represented-by-artox-group-solo-exhibition-molnarrative-opens-at-ginza-tsutaya-books-in-tokyo/ Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:50:00 +0000 https://asiainsiders.net/takuma-fujisaki-exclusively-represented-by-artox-group-solo-exhibition-molnarrative-opens-at-ginza-tsutaya-books-in-tokyo

Celebrating 18 Years of Pipe Cleaner Art Across Art, Fashion and Toy Culture

TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – Japanese artist TAKUMA FUJISAKI, exclusively represented by ARTOX GROUP, officially opened his solo exhibition “MOLnarrative“ at GINZA ATRIUM, Ginza Tsutaya Books in Tokyo on August 29, 2026. Running through September 15, the exhibition traces 18 years of Fujisaki‘s artistic exploration of pipe cleaners, while two additional presentations and limited-time pop-ups inside Ginza Tsutaya Books showcase collaborative works, MOGOLS art toys and related merchandise.

MOLnarrative: A Visual Narrative Built Across 18 Years

“MOLnarrative” takes Fujisaki’s 18-year creative journey with pipe cleaners as its central timeline, bringing together characters and three-dimensional works created throughout different periods of his career. Each work exists as an independent object, while also functioning as a fragment of the artist’s thoughts, experiences, memories and the cultural atmosphere of the period in which it was created.

By reconstructing these works along a shared timeline, the exhibition presents more than the evolution of pipe cleaner art. It reveals how an artist’s way of observing the world, interpreting culture and developing a visual language can continually evolve through sustained creative practice.

Moving freely between pop culture, toy culture, design and art, Fujisaki has developed a unique sculptural language at the intersection of these fields. “MOLnarrative” is therefore not simply a retrospective. It is a visual narrative about memory, time, creativity and the changing perspective of an artist.

Working across art direction and pipe cleaner art, Fujisaki has spent nearly two decades exploring the expressive potential of this distinctive craft material. Since 2010, he has presented exhibitions and workshops primarily in Tokyo, gradually developing a highly recognizable sculptural language of his own.

In Fujisaki‘s hands, vivid and slightly irregular pipe cleaners are transformed from an everyday craft material into characters, sculptures and an expansive visual universe.

His works often evoke a curious sense of déjà vu. They appear familiar, yet cannot be traced to any particular existing character or object. This balance between familiarity and unfamiliarity is central to the appeal of Fujisaki‘s work.

The vivid colors, playful forms and subtle differences created through handmade production allow his works to exist simultaneously within contemporary art, design and toy culture.

“MOLnarrative” is the visual narrative of one artist, woven through the material of pipe cleaners.

A slightly irregular world created from pipe cleaners, carrying a sense of familiarity and nostalgia.

Within these forms lies a curious sense of déjà vu, creating the feeling that we have seen them somewhere before.

This familiarity, together with the joy generated by vivid colors, is at the heart of the appeal of pipe cleaner art.

The characters and sculptures created through 18 years of working with pipe cleaners are independent objects, but they are also fragments containing the artist‘s thoughts, experiences, memories and the atmosphere of their respective eras.

By reconstructing these works along a timeline, this exhibition aims not only to trace the development of pipe cleaner art, but also to reveal how the artist‘s perspective and way of seeing the world have continued to evolve.

There are no absolute boundaries between pop culture, toy culture, design and art.

Fujisaki moves freely across these fields through his own sculptural language, allowing his works to intersect with the memories and emotions of each viewer and generate new narratives.

From Art to Fashion: Expanding the Possibilities of Fujisaki‘s Practice

TAKUMA FUJISAKI‘s work is not confined to conventional exhibition spaces.

In recent years, his distinctive pipe cleaner-based visual language and highly recognizable creative universe have increasingly attracted attention from brands and creative fields across Japan and overseas.

In August 2026, Fujisaki collaborated with renowned Japanese fashion label COMME des GARÇONS HOMME on “COMME des GARÇONS HOMME × TAKUMA FUJISAKI MOGOLS,” creating collaborative art pieces for the brand‘s 2026 Autumn/Winter collection.

The collaboration features art charms handmade from black pipe cleaners, bringing Fujisaki‘s distinctive sculptural language together with the aesthetic world of COMME des GARÇONS HOMME.

Each piece was made entirely from pipe cleaners and handcrafted by TAKUMA FUJISAKI. The quiet strength of black, combined with the subtle variations inherent in handmade production, gives every piece its own expression and unique presence.

Designed to be attached to bags and garments, the pieces can also be enjoyed as small standalone objects.

The collaboration further demonstrates the versatility of Fujisaki‘s artistic language across different media and contexts.

From gallery exhibitions to fashion products, and from independent artworks to wearable objects, pipe cleaners have become far more than a craft material. They have become a defining medium through which Fujisaki expresses his artistic vision.

MOGOLS: A Distinctive Artistic Universe Born from Pipe Cleaner Art

Through pipe cleaner-based creation, Fujisaki gradually developed his own characters and visual universe, which evolved into the distinctive art IP MOGOLS.

MOGOLS is more than a character design project. It is a visual universe that has emerged through Fujisaki‘s long-term artistic practice.

Beginning with pipe cleaner characters, the MOGOLS world has expanded into three-dimensional artworks, SOFVI art toys, collectibles and cross-disciplinary collaborations.

Within Fujisaki‘s practice, pipe cleaners function as both material and language.

Rather than treating the material solely as a traditional craft medium, he has continuously experimented with its physical qualities and transformed it into a highly recognizable artistic medium.

From material to form, from form to character, and from character to an expanding art IP, Fujisaki continues to explore new connections between artistic expression and contemporary commercial culture.

This approach has brought increasing attention from the fields of art, fashion, design and art toys, positioning Fujisaki as an artist to watch within Japan‘s contemporary art and emerging culture scene.

ARTOX GROUP: Taking TAKUMA FUJISAKI and MOGOLS to the World

TAKUMA FUJISAKI is currently exclusively represented by ARTOX GROUP.

ARTOX GROUP will continue to support Fujisaki and MOGOLS in expanding beyond Japan through exhibitions, brand collaborations, art toys and cultural projects, bringing his distinctive artistic language and creative universe to audiences around the world.

Since 2024, Fujisaki has increasingly expanded his creative activities across Asia and internationally.

For Fujisaki, pipe cleaners are more than a material. They are a visual medium capable of crossing cultural and linguistic boundaries.

From Tokyo, he is taking pipe cleaner art to different parts of the world, inviting audiences to discover the playfulness, warmth and limitless creative possibilities contained within the material.

MOGOLGON Origin DX 26cm to Launch on September 15

Coinciding with “MOLnarrative,” ARTOX GROUP will introduce a new SOFVI art toy from Fujisaki‘s MOGOLS art IP.

MOGOLGON Origin DX 26cm will officially launch on September 15, 2026.

Based on Fujisaki‘s signature MOGOLGON character, the new 26cm edition reinterprets the distinctive form through the medium of SOFVI, bringing a character originally developed within Fujisaki‘s pipe cleaner practice into the world of collectible art toys.

As an important addition to the MOGOLS art IP, MOGOLGON Origin DX 26cm continues Fujisaki‘s distinctive sculptural language while reflecting the evolution of his practice from pipe cleaner art and character creation to collectible art toy production.

The new edition will be available through the official ARTOX GROUP platform (artox.odoo.com) from September 15, 2026.

From a single pipe cleaner to a character, from a character to an entire artistic universe, and now into fashion and art toys, TAKUMA FUJISAKI continues to expand the boundaries of his creative practice.

MOGOLS, meanwhile, is moving from a distinctive Japanese art IP toward an increasingly international stage.

Exhibition Information

TAKUMA FUJISAKI Solo Exhibition “MOLnarrative“
Dates: August 29 – September 15, 2026
Venue: GINZA ATRIUM, Ginza Tsutaya Books
Location: Ginza, Tokyo, Japan

Two additional TAKUMA FUJISAKI presentations and limited-time pop-ups will also be held inside Ginza Tsutaya Books throughout the exhibition period.

Hashtag: #ARTOXGROUP

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]]> https://asiainsiders.net/the-homeward-flow-of-capital-vinhomes-at-the-intersection-of-global-wealth-and-vietnams-opportunity/ Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:30:00 +0000 https://asiainsiders.net/the-homeward-flow-of-capital-vinhomes-at-the-intersection-of-global-wealth-and-vietnams-opportunity

Large-scale urban developments, integrated ecosystems and transparent pricing platforms address longstanding concerns over information access and product quality.

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – For overseas Vietnamese considering investment in their country of origin, two persistent concerns have traditionally been access to reliable information and confidence in product quality. As large-scale, internationally oriented urban developments continue to take shape across Vietnam, that landscape is evolving. With projects spanning thousands of hectares, living standards refined over nearly two decades, and an integrated ecosystem rarely matched in the market, Vinhomes has emerged as a natural destination for overseas Vietnamese investment.

Global Remittances: A Steady Flow Increasingly Directed Toward Real Estate

Globally, remittances have long ranked among the most stable sources of external finance for developing economies. According to World Bank estimates cited by the U.S. Federal Reserve, global remittance flows reached a record approximately US$818 billion in 2023⁽¹⁾, nearly four times the combined official development assistance (ODA) provided by OECD countries. Increasingly, these funds are moving beyond day-to-day consumption toward long-term asset accumulation, with real estate ranking among the preferred choices of financially established households.

Vietnam offers a particularly clear illustration of this trend. Total remittances to the country reached approximately US$16 billion in 2024⁽²⁾, keeping Vietnam among the world’s ten largest recipients. Notably, nearly US$8 billion in remittance capital flowed into Vietnam’s real estate market in the first nine months of 2025 alone⁽³⁾, a strong indication of growing confidence among overseas Vietnamese in the domestic market.

Unlike short-term speculative capital, overseas Vietnamese buyers tend to view property as a means of preserving and building wealth over the long term. This helps explain why large-scale urban developments with coherent master planning, transparent legal frameworks and proven operational capabilities are increasingly prioritized by this demographic.

Recent amendments to Vietnam’s Land Law and Law on Real Estate Business, which took effect in 2024, have further expanded the rights of overseas Vietnamese. Those of Vietnamese origin who retain Vietnamese citizenship enjoy land-related rights and obligations broadly equivalent to those of domestic citizens. Those of Vietnamese origin without Vietnamese citizenship have also gained a more accessible legal pathway to home ownership.

This policy shift addresses a substantial unmet demand. Potential housing demand among overseas Vietnamese in Vietnam has been estimated at more than three million homes, a market whose development was previously constrained in part by procedural barriers and concerns over the transparency of project information.

Vinhomes: A Key Destination for Overseas Vietnamese Investment

If policy reforms have opened the door, Vinhomes has become one of the key addresses through which overseas Vietnamese are choosing to invest.

Over nearly two decades, beginning with developments such as Royal City, Times City and Vinhomes Riverside, Vinhomes has helped introduce and scale a model of integrated urban living in Vietnam, bringing homes, education, healthcare, retail, green mobility and essential services together within a single, connected environment. In doing so, the company has helped raise the benchmark for urban development across the domestic real estate sector.

The scale of that platform is reflected in figures that few developers in Vietnam can match. Vinhomes currently holds a land bank of approximately 29,500 hectares, equivalent to nearly two-thirds of Singapore’s total land area, making it the country’s largest real estate developer by land holdings. The company has brought 32 projects and urban developments into operation, supporting the daily lives of hundreds of thousands of residents across Vietnam.

Its momentum in 2025 further reinforced that leading position. Vinhomes recorded VND205.3 trillion in contracted sales in 2025, up 98% year on year. During the year, four new mega-urban developments were introduced to the market: Vinhomes Wonder City in Hanoi, Vinhomes Golden City in Hai Phong, Vinhomes Green Paradise in Can Gio, Ho Chi Minh City, and Vinhomes Green City in Long An.

The company’s approach to raising living standards has also received recognition beyond Vietnam. At the Dot Property Southeast Asia Awards 2025, Vinhomes was named “Developer of the Year Southeast Asia 2025”, the highest distinction presented by the awards.

It is this combination of scale, brand credibility and transparency that is proving particularly relevant to the global Vietnamese community.

At Vinhomes Royal Island in Vu Yen, Hai Phong, the project attracted nearly 10,000 visitors and close to 2,000 purchase bookings within just over a month of its launch. A significant proportion of these prospective buyers were overseas Vietnamese from Germany, Poland and other European countries.

The project was also among the first Vinhomes developments to publicly list property prices on the Vinhomes Market platform, enabling buyers anywhere in the world to access product information, pricing and sales policies remotely. For overseas Vietnamese, this directly addresses one of the most persistent obstacles to investing from abroad: the difficulty of obtaining comprehensive and reliable information without being physically present in Vietnam.

At Vinhomes Hai Van Bay in Da Nang, a number of overseas Vietnamese families have chosen to acquire two different types of property within the development: one designed to generate rental income while they remain overseas, and another, such as a villa, intended for their eventual return to Vietnam, whether for retirement or long-term residence.

Behind the appeal of individual developments is the broader Vingroup ecosystem, which brings together education through Vinschool and VinUni, healthcare through Vinmec, retail through Vincom Retail, hospitality and entertainment through Vinpearl and VinWonders, and green mobility through VinFast and Green SM.

The significance lies not simply in the number of businesses involved, but in how these services work together. They allow a Vinhomes development to function as a complete living environment, with the convenience, connectivity and service standards increasingly expected of international cities. For overseas Vietnamese who have spent years accustomed to high-quality urban environments abroad, that continuity of experience can be an important consideration — whether the intention is to invest today or plan for a future return to Vietnam.

A Two-Way Connection: When Confidence Becomes a Growth Driver

The convergence of more open policies, substantial remittance flows and a leading urban developer with Vinhomes’ scale is creating a reinforcing cycle.

Greater confidence encourages more overseas Vietnamese capital to enter the domestic property market. At the same time, the scale, credibility and operating track record of large urban developments give investors greater confidence that their capital is being placed in an environment they can understand, access and ultimately return to.

For the global Vietnamese community, property can serve as one of the tangible links between financial participation and a deeper connection with their country of origin. As Vietnam’s cities continue to evolve, the opportunity increasingly moves in both directions: capital can flow back before people do, while the developments they invest in can become the places to which they eventually return.

In that sense, Vinhomes is not simply participating in the flow of capital back to Vietnam. Its urban developments are helping give that flow a more tangible destination, one where investment, quality of life and the prospect of returning to Vietnam increasingly converge.
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1. Federal Reserve — Global Remittances Cycle, February 27, 2025: https://www.federalreserve.gov/econres/notes/feds-notes/global-remittances-cycle-20250227.html
2. The Saigon Economic Times — Remittance flows into Vietnam in 2025: https://thesaigontimes.vn/dong-tien-kieu-hoi-do-ve-viet-nam-2025-xu-huong-chon-bat-dong-san-trung-tam-tphcm-lam-kenh-dau-tu-an-toan/
3. Cong Luan — Nearly US$8 billion in remittances flows in as overseas Vietnamese increase domestic real estate investment: https://congluan.vn/gan-8-ty-usd-kieu-hoi-do-ve-viet-kieu-tang-manh-dau-tu-bat-dong-san-trong-nuoc-10315605.html

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