TNL Mediagene Appointed as Lead Partner for TechGALA Japan 2026, a Global Technology Conference Held in Nagoya City, Japan

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TNL Mediagene (Nasdaq: TNMG) announced that its subsidiary Infobahn has been selected as the lead partner for TechGALA Japan 2026, a major technology conference in Nagoya City, for the second consecutive year. The event, scheduled for January 27-29, 2026, focuses on emerging technologies and brings together experts in aerospace, AI, robotics, media, banking, and education.

The company's Digital Studio business unit, which includes Infobahn, contributed $20.5 million to FY2024 revenue (42% of total), growing at 33%. TNL Mediagene reported FY2024 consolidated revenue of $48.5 million, gross profit of $17.7 million, and Adjusted EPS of -$0.035. The previous TechGALA Japan event attracted over 5,000 participants, 140+ exhibiting companies, and 400+ speakers from 20+ countries.

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NEW YORK and TOKYO, July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TNL Mediagene (Nasdaq: TNMG) (the "Company"), a Tokyo-based next-generation digital media and data group in Asia, today announced that the Company's subsidiary Infobahn Inc ("Infobahn"). has been selected to partner with TechGALA Japan for the second consecutive year.

TechGALA Japan 2026 is a global event to be held in Nagoya City in January 2026 that brings together experts and innovators in emerging technologies such as aerospace, AI and robotics as well as more established fields such as media, banking and education among others. The event format includes a mix of keynote speeches, conferences, business "Speed Dating", exhibitions, networking initiatives and side events held over the 3-day event. This year's TechGALA Japan 2025 was sponsored by leading Japanese and global corporates and included representatives from some of Japan's largest banks, trading houses and universities as well as numerous international and Japanese speakers and participants. The lineup for next year's TechGALA Japan 2026 has not yet been released and is expected to draw a similarly high-caliber group of participants.

Nagoya City, and the larger Aichi Prefecture in which it is located, is an innovation hub, industrial capital and leading manufacturing center in Japan and is home to an industrial cluster of global companies including those from the automotive, aerospace and robotics sectors. Against this backdrop, TechGALA Japan focuses on advanced technologies. These themes aim to explore how advanced technologies can address global challenges and drive societal and industrial transformation. The event also features a global startup showcase, where early-stage companies pitch their ideas within these core areas.

Infobahn is a leading content marketing and communication company and counts some of Japan's largest multinational companies among its clients. Infobahn played a central role in organizing TechGALA Japan 2025 and was selected again this year in recognition of its contribution to making the inaugural event a success. TechGALA Japan 2025 attracted 5,000+ participants, 140+ exhibiting companies, 400+ speakers and representatives from 20+ countries.

Infobahn is just one of the Company's subsidiaries housed in the Company's Digital Studio business unit; a business unit that contributed approximately $20.5m to FY2024 consolidated revenue at a growth rate of 33% and comprised approximately 42% of total FY2024 consolidated revenue. The Digital Studio business unit was a key contributor to the Company's strong FY2024 performance of consolidated revenue of $48.5 million, gross profit of $17.7 million, near break-even Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS of negative $0.035 per share and is also a key driver of to the Company's leading market positions in Japan and Taiwan.

"Following our successful co-hosting of 2025 Generative AI Conference in May, we are excited and honored that Infobahn will be participating as a lead partner in TechGALA Japan for a second consecutive year. This is a great event that draws a large group of global-minded tech experts and innovators as well as some of the largest companies in Japan. Nagoya City as a global innovation hub, industrial capital and manufacturing center in Japan provides an excellent backdrop for the event and the format keeps the conference fun and engaging. TechGALA Japan 2025 was highly evaluated by participants for its format, content and quality of speakers. We are proud to have been selected to partner on this event again and we plan to keep the positive momentum going for TechGALA Japan 2026" Co-Founder & President Motoko Imada said.

TechGALA Japan 2026 is scheduled to take place from January 27 to 29 in 2026. Event information will be released in stages as the event dates approach.

About TechGALA Japan

TechGALA Japan is a global event that brings together professionals from various fields who are currently leading our society, not only from Japan but from all over the world. This festival aims to create a global network through various contexts such as innovative technology and social creation. By participating in TechGALA, you will gain access to global and cutting-edge knowledge and join a community that continues beyond the event. TechGALA provides a platform for ongoing interaction and learning, offering an opportunity to significantly expand your career and perspectives. It is truly a world-class festival of innovation. The event originates in Japan and is organized by the Central Japan Startup Ecosystem Consortium.

https://techgala.jp 

About Infobahn

Founded in 1998, Infobahn is a company specializing in communication design and digital transformation. We offer strategic planning services, development, website construction, content planning and production, and various forms of advertising and marketing material creation. Infobahn also provides innovation design services, including UX/UI design, social design, and support for innovation talent development. We focus on helping businesses create sustained value in a digitally transforming world by co-creating solutions, designing products and services, and supporting communication with users.

https://www.infobahn.co.jp/ 

About TNL Mediagene

Headquartered in Tokyo, TNL Mediagene was formed in May 2023 through the merger of Taiwan's The News Lens Co. and Japan's Mediagene Inc., two of the region's leading independent digital media groups. The company's operations span original and licensed media brands in Japanese, Chinese, and English, covering topics such as news, business, technology, science, food, sports, and lifestyle. It also offers AI-driven advertising services, marketing technology platforms, e-commerce, and innovative solutions tailored to the needs of advertising agencies. Known for its political neutrality, appeal to younger audiences, and high-quality content, TNL Mediagene has approximately 500 employees across Asia, with offices in Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.

https://www.tnlmediagene.com/

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that are based on beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to TNL Mediagene. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events or TNL Mediagene's future financial or operating performance. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by the following words: "may," "will," "could," "would," "should," "expect," "intend," "plan," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "predict," "project," "potential," "continue," "ongoing," "target," "seek" or the negative or plural of these words, or other similar expressions that are predictions or indicate future events or prospects, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements in this communication include, but are not limited to, statements about TNL Mediagene's future business plan and growth strategies and statements by TNL Mediagene's President. Any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including strategies or plans, are also forward-looking statements. These statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in this communication or elsewhere speak only as of the date made. New uncertainties and risks arise from time to time, and it is impossible for TNL Mediagene to predict these events or how they may affect TNL Mediagene. In addition, risks and uncertainties are described in TNL Mediagene's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These filings may identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. TNL Mediagene cannot assure you that the forward-looking statements in this communication will prove to be accurate. There may be additional risks that TNL Mediagene presently does not know or that TNL Mediagene currently does not believe are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. In light of the significant uncertainties in these forward-looking statements, you should not regard these statements as a representation or warranty by TNL Mediagene, its directors, officers or employees or any other person. Except as required by applicable law, TNL Mediagene does not have any duty to, and does not intend to, update or revise the forward-looking statements in this communication or elsewhere after the date of this communication. You should, therefore, not rely on these forward-looking statements as representing the views of TNL Mediagene as of any date subsequent to the date of this communication.

Financial Data

The condensed financial information presented in this press release should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and related notes for the year ended December 31, 2024 included in TNL Mediagene's annual report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC on April 30, 2025, which provides a more complete discussion of its accounting policies and certain other information.

Use and Reconciliation of Non-IFRS Financial Measures

In this press release, we have included Adjusted EBITDA, a non-IFRS financial measure, and Adjusted EPS, a non-IFRS measure, which are key measures used by our management and board of directors in evaluating our operating performance. Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS are our preferred metrics for profitability because we believe they facilitate operating performance and profit performance comparisons on a period-to-period basis and exclude items that we do not consider to be indicative of our core operating performance. Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS have limitations as analytical tools, and you should not consider it in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of our results as reported under IFRS.

Our management does not consider Adjusted EBITDA or Adjusted EPS in isolation or as an alternative to financial measures determined in accordance with IFRS. The principal limitation of Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS is that they exclude significant expenses that are required by IFRS to be recorded in TNL Mediagene's financial statements. In addition, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS are subject to inherent limitations as they reflect the exercise of judgment by management about which expenses and income are excluded or included in determining such non-IFRS financial measures.

For more details on the definitions of Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS and reconciliations of Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS to IFRS financial measures, see the press release and the investor presentation TNL Mediagene released on May 13, 2025.

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FAQ

What is TNL Mediagene's (TNMG) role in TechGALA Japan 2026?

TNL Mediagene's subsidiary Infobahn has been selected as the lead partner for organizing TechGALA Japan 2026, marking their second consecutive year in this role.

When and where will TechGALA Japan 2026 take place?

TechGALA Japan 2026 will be held in Nagoya City, Japan from January 27 to 29, 2026.

What were TNL Mediagene's (TNMG) key financial metrics for FY2024?

TNL Mediagene reported $48.5M in consolidated revenue, $17.7M in gross profit, near break-even Adjusted EBITDA, and Adjusted EPS of -$0.035 per share.

How did TechGALA Japan 2025 perform in terms of attendance?

TechGALA Japan 2025 attracted 5,000+ participants, 140+ exhibiting companies, 400+ speakers, and representatives from 20+ countries.

What is the performance of TNL Mediagene's Digital Studio business unit?

The Digital Studio business unit contributed $20.5M to FY2024 revenue, representing 42% of total consolidated revenue and achieving a 33% growth rate.