A study by UK Expat Mortgage examined inflation-adjusted house price changes across 41 countries from 2016 to 2026 using Bank for International Settlements data. The analysis found varied patterns across markets. The Netherlands saw a 108% real price increase, Portugal recorded 100.37%, and Hungary showed 97.08% growth. The United Kingdom experienced 2.26% real growth, the United States recorded 32.69%, and Australia saw 21.86%. Several markets experienced declines, including Finland at -20.46%, Sweden at -5.03%, and Italy at -5.21%. The study provides perspective on how property values changed when adjusted for inflation across different international markets. United Kingdom, 5th Feb 2026 – UK Expat Mortgage has published a study examining inflation-adjusted house price changes across 41 ...

Strategic acquisition combines Bitte’s proven trading agent platform and developer ecosystem with Amadeus Protocol’s private, deterministic infrastructure. Tortola, BVI, 4th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Amadeus Protocol, the AI-native Layer 1 for private, deterministic, self-improving agents, today announced the strategic acquisition of Bitte.ai (formerly Bitte Protocol / Mintbase) for $1.7 million paid in $AMA. The deal unifies Amadeus’ approach to developing infrastructure for private and deterministic agents, with Bitte’s battle-tested agentic trading product, user base and integrations. Bitte brings a live, multi-chain network of 24,164 unique users, 2.85M+ messages across 344k+ chats, and 16,703 registered agents. The majority of these users are EVM-native, directly aligning with Amad...

Industry-Leading Value, Transparent Pricing, and Expanded Selection Continue to Set Bikesdirect Apart as Rider Demand Grows Nationwide Jacksonville, FL, 4th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, As cycling continues its steady evolution from niche hobby to mainstream lifestyle choice, Bikesdirect is reinforcing its position in 2026 as the leading destination for factory-direct bicycles, offering riders nationwide unmatched value, selection, and transparency at a time when affordability and performance matter more than ever. With growing interest in cycling for fitness, commuting, recreation, and exploration, consumers are increasingly scrutinizing how and where they buy their bikes. In that landscape, Bikesdirect’s direct-to-consumer model—cutting out traditional retail markups while delivering per...

SILICON VALLEY, Calif., United States, 4th Feb 2026, Grand Newswire – Feb. 4, 2026 — GPTHumanizer AI, a language refinement platform designed to improve machine-generated text for human readers, today announced an update to its core engine. The update introduces an advanced editor-grade humanization model designed to support clearer, more natural writing across multiple contexts, available to users at no additional cost. New Architecture Enhances Clarity and Fidelity The update features a multi-stage neural editing architecture that replaces single-step paraphrasing with layered refinement. This approach improves readability while preserving meaning, structure, and flow, delivering text that aligns more closely with human editorial standards.   Research-Driven Evolution of Humanization Ar...

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 4th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, GISEC Global, the Middle East and Africa’s largest and most influential cybersecurity event, has announced the launch of the Cyber Diplomacy Forum, a new high-level platform debuting at GISEC Global 2026, reflecting the growing role of cybersecurity in foreign policy, international trade and national security decision-making. The announcement follows an invitation-only Cyber Envoys’ Breakfast Briefing held in Abu Dhabi on 29 January, which convened more than 140 diplomats, including 32 ambassadors, trade attachés and senior representatives from international missions and business councils based in the UAE, such as Ambassador of India Deepak Mittal, European Union Ambassador Lucie Berger, and Egypt’s Ambassador, Essam Ashour. The closed-door ...

In the fast-paced modern lifestyle, loungewear has evolved beyond just sleepwear, becoming an expression of personal style and an all-day comfortable living attitude. As a pioneer in the loungewear industry, EKOUAER is leading the new comfort trends for the 2026 loungewear market with its unique perspective and exceptional products. Shift in U.S. Consumer Demand: Loungewear Beyond the Bedroom In recent years, U.S. consumers’ demand for loungewear has undergone significant changes. They are no longer satisfied with viewing loungewear merely as sleep attire but expect it to integrate into every aspect of daily life—whether relaxing at home, taking a walk outside, or attending small gatherings, loungewear should serve as an ideal choice for expressing personal style and comfort. This shift i...

As the boundaries between home, work, and socializing become increasingly blurred, a great set of loungewear has long surpassed the category of “pajamas.” It is not only a private fortress of comfort but also a versatile “uniform” that maintains composure and presentability for unexpected visitors, working from home, school runs, or even strolls around the neighborhood. By 2026, the ultimate proposition for loungewear lies in “full-scenario adaptability.” How to translate this trend into reality and choose loungewear that truly fits the rhythm of modern life? The brand EKOUAER, with its philosophy of “Comfort. No Compromise.”, provides a clear four-dimensional selection guide and offers ready-to-own solutions. Shopping Guide: Four Key Dimensions to Identify Your Ideal Loungewear I. Fabric...

London, Greater London, United Kingdom, 4th Feb 2026 – Tripze, a new and innovative transportation provider, is proud to announce the launch of its professional local taxi and minicab services across London. Designed to offer safe, affordable, and convenient travel solutions, Tripze aims to transform the way Londoners commute within the city. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, Tripze provides 24/7 minicab and taxi services tailored to the needs of residents and visitors. Whether it’s daily commuting, airport transfers, business travel, or late-night rides, Tripze ensures a seamless and stress-free journey every time. “Our mission is simple – to deliver dependable and high-quality local transportation at fair prices,” said a spokesperson for Tripze. “London is a fast-moving city...

iBLOXX Studios DMCC has raised USD 5.4 million to finalize development and support the global launch of its mobile-first third-person shooter, StrayShot.Based in Dubai and part of the DMCC Gaming Centre and Dubai Program for Gaming 2033, the studio collaborates with partners like the Dubai Future Foundation and Xsolla. StrayShot features multiple modes (Battle Royale, Team Deathmatch, Extraction), is optimized for low-end devices, and is set in the fictional region of Sierra Verde. Currently in closed testing, the game will include blockchain-enabled asset ownership. The funding will fuel global marketing, live operations, ongoing updates, and future console versions. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 4th Feb 2026 — iBLOXX Studios DMCC, a Dubai-based game development studio, has raised over USD...

China, 4th Feb 2026 – In 2025, Geekvape and Geek Bar achieved a major breakthrough on the global design stage, driven by years of deep investment in design capability and systematic innovation. Together, the two brands won a total of 14 internationally recognized design awards—with Geekvape receiving 10 awards and Geek Bar securing 4—spanning top-tier global design systems such as the German iF Design Award, Red Dot Award, as well as the MUSE Design Awards, International Design Awards (IDA), European Product Design Award, and the Paris Design Awards. This was not a coincidental “harvest of awards,” but rather the result of long-term design methodologies, organizational capabilities, and systematic user research working in concert. Multi-System Recognition in Design Awards”  Multi-System Re...