ISTANBUL, Türkiye – (ARAB NEWSWIRE) — Two new studies add to growing evidence that a mother’s diet during pregnancy has lasting implications for her child’s brain development and decision-making skills- extending well beyond infancy into the teen years.

In a population-based cohort study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers found that higher maternal consumption of nuts and seafood during pregnancy was associated with improved neuropsychological function in children from ages 4 to 15.¹ A complementary study published in European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry reported that maternal intake of nuts and fish was linked to reduced risky decision-making behaviors in children at age 11.²

The study evaluated a sample of more than 1,700 mother-child pairs from four Spanish regions was analyzed. Maternal diet was analyzed using a food frequency questionnaire, while the children’s neuropsychological function was assessed through standardized tests measuring reaction time and variability (attention), working memory, and fluid intelligence.

While neither study focused exclusively on walnuts, both contribute to the broader evidence supporting the role of including nutrient-dense foods, such as nuts, as part of a healthy prenatal diet.

Key takeaways:

• Children whose mothers consumed more nuts and seafood during pregnancy scored higher on measures of attention, working memory, and executive function throughout childhood and adolescence.
• These children were also less likely to make impulsive, high-risk decisions in early adolescence.
• Omega-3 fatty acids- abundant in walnuts and fatty fish- were identified as a key nutrient associated with these benefits. Walnuts are the only tree nut that is an excellent source of the plant-based omega-3 fatty acid ALA (2.7 grams/ounce).

References:

1. Pinar-Martí A, Ayala-Aldana N, Ruiz-Rivera M, Lertxundi N, Subiza-Pérez M, González-Safont L, Vioque J, Riaño-Galán I, Rodríguez-Dehli C, Iglesias-Vázquez L, Arija V, Fernández-Barrés S, Romaguera D, Pascual-Rubio V, Fabregat-Sanjuan A, Healy D, Basagaña X, Vrijheid M, Guxens M, Foraster M, Julvez J. Maternal prenatal nut and seafood consumption and child neuropsychological function from 4 to 15 years of age: a population-based cohort study. Am J Clin Nutr. 2025 May 5:S0002-9165(25)00249-7. doi: 10.1016/j.ajcnut.2025.04.032. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 40334748.
2. Rivera MR, Pinar-Martí A, Babarro I, Ibarluzea J, Vioque J, Llop S, Fernández-Somoano A, Tardón A, Pascual-Rubio V, Fabregat-Sanjuan A, Fernández-Barrés S, Romaguera D, Guxens M, Julvez J. Maternal nut and fish consumption during pregnancy and child risky decision-making at 11 years old. Eur Child Adolesc Psychiatry. 2025 Jun 10. doi: 10.1007/s00787-025-02750-5. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 40493090.

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Istanbul, Turkiye – (ARAB NEWSWIRE) — Dr. Erkan Kork, Chairman of the Board of Directors of BankPozitif Credit and Development Bank, stated, “Türkiye possesses significant potential in the financial sector. Our economy is strong and, with a determined management, is steadily advancing towards a bright future. I believe that major investments, especially in the FinTech  sector, will continue in the coming year, concluding this year with record investments.”

Dr. Erkan Kork provided an evaluation regarding 2025. He highlighted that despite the challenges, the Turkish banking sector continued to support the real sector and finance investments in 2024, saying, “We are leaving behind a year where we achieved the benefits of the new economic program, with significant reductions in the current account deficit, lower risk premiums, our exit from the grey list, the start of disinflation, record levels in the Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye’s reserves, and upgrades from all rating agencies. It has been a year where we fulfilled our responsibilities as the Turkish banking sector, and our sector has reached a size of 30 trillion Turkish Liras. I believe that we will continue to remain in a strong position in the new year.”

“Our Country Attracted $8.5 Billion in Investments in 10 Months”

Dr. Kork mentioned that a significant flow of capital into Türkiye might occur in the new year, adding, “President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, during each of his overseas visits, presents the dynamics and advantages of the Turkish economy to foreign investors. We know that Minister of Treasury and Finance Mehmet Şimşek has made remarkable presentations to investors in the world’s major financial cities. Our country attracted investments worth $8.5 billion in 10 months. In the FinTech sector, we reached an all-time record with $191 million in investments. I believe that in 2025, we will exceed these figures.”

“We Will Focus on Innovative Products”

Dr. Kork stated that they plan to strengthen digital infrastructure to make the banking experience more effective, saying, “We produce solutions that meet the needs of all customers who cross paths with our bank from end to end. In the new era, we will focus on innovative products by expanding our investments in digitalization and innovation. We will continue our high-impact and beneficial investments without delay. We will continue our journey of creating value for our country. In summary, we will work with determination for a stronger Turkish economy and a stronger BankPozitif in 2025.”

About Bankpozitif

Operating in the field of digital banking, Bankpozitif is a Turkey-based financial institution that enables individuals and businesses to carry out their financial transactions quickly and efficiently through a single digital platform. The bank offers digital investment banking with personalized financial solutions and innovative technologies for its customers!

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ISTANBUL, Turkiye – (ARAB NEWSWIRE) — Turkish cinema is hosting a new production that draws attention with its strong script, unique cast and use of new generation cinema technologies. “Hain”, which will be released on December 13, drags the audience into an international espionage story.

The movie, produced by Fix360 Entertainment, is written and directed by Berke Üzrek. The cast of the movie consists of young and masterful names such as Haldun Dormen, Mustafa Alabora, Erkan Petekkaya, Yurdaer Okur, Meltem Beydilli, Ali Düşenkalkar, Itır Esen, Zeynep Şarlıgil, Engin Benli, Ümit Çırak and Elif Bilgetekin.

A Production That Will Make Türkiye Proud

“Hain” is not just a movie, but is poised to create a strong wave of excitement in movie theaters as it is positioned as a work that reinforces Türkiye’s national and international stance and brings its deep-rooted military and strategic tradition to the cinema.

Emphasizing Türkiye’s power and competence in the field of intelligence, “Hain” also carries the deep-rooted military past and heroic tradition of the Turks to the present day in the subtext. Hain (Traitor), which locks the audience on the edge of their seats with its complicated plot and suspenseful scenes and deals with the Turkish agent’s plan to overcome them by unraveling the relationships within the organization, deals with the realization of a long-awaited showdown with a new knot and solution in each scene.

The Modern Face of Turkish Intelligence: Hain

This gripping story, which deals with the power of Turkish intelligence; basically, it is about the struggle of one of the best agents of the intelligence to resist the difficulties that come her way. This production, full of action and suspense, is preparing to offer the audience a breathtaking adventure in the cinema. Turkish intelligence, which has come to the forefront on the world stage in recent years; is also represented with all its power in the movie “Hain”. The agent character, who plays the lead role in the movie, draws attention with her highly educated, intelligent and determined stance.

About Fix360 Entertainment

Fix360 Entertainment is a film and series production company that transforms imagination into reality under CapitalTurk Holding. The company, which aims to offer unforgettable experiences to viewers by bringing together innovation, visual aesthetics and emotional depth in storytelling, appeals to local and international audiences with its content. At the same time, Fix360 Entertainment brings the latest stories to the screen with the understanding of setting a new standard in the sector.

For more information, visit
https://fix360entertainment.com/ or email info@fix360entertainment.com

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ISTANBUL, Turkiye (ARAB NEWSWIRE) – تستضيف السينما التركية إنتا ًجا جدي ًدا يلفت الانتباه بنصه القوي وطاقمه الفريد واستخدامه لتقنيات السينما الجديدة. فيلم “Hain”، الذي سيعرض في 13 ديسمبر، يجر الجمهور إلى قصة تجسس دولية.

الفيلم من إنتاج شركة Fix360 Entertainment، وكتبه وأخرجه بيركي أوزرك. يتكون طاقم الفيلم من أسماء شابة وبارعة مثل هالدون دورمن ، مصطفى ألابورا ، إركان بيتيكايا ، يورداير أوكور ، ميلتم بيدلي ، علي دوشينكالكار ، إيتير إيسن ، زينب شارليجيل ، إنجين بينلي ، أوميت تشيراك وإليف بيلجيتكين.

“Hain” ليس مجرد فيلم، بل إنه على استعداد لخلق موجة قوية من الإثارة في دور السينما لأنه يُق َّدم كعمل يعزز موقف تركيا الوطني والدولي ويجلب تقاليدها العسكرية والاستراتيجية العميقة الجذور إلى السينما.

يؤكد فيلم “Hain” على قوة تركيا وكفاءتها في مجال الاستخبارات، ويحمل أي ًضا الماضي العسكري العميق والتقاليد البطولية للأتراك إلى يومنا هذا في النص الفرعي. فيلم “Hain” الذي يحبس المشاهدين على حافة مقاعدهم بمخططه المعقد ومشاهده المثيرة ويتناول خطة العميلة التركية للتغلب عليهم من خلال كشف العلاقات داخل المنظمة، ويتناول تحقيق المواجهة التي طال انتظارها مع عقدة وحل جديدين في كل مشهد.

الوجه الحديث للمخابرات التركية: “Hain” هذه القصة المشوقة، التي تتناول قوة المخابرات التركية؛ تدور أحداث الفيلم في الأساس حول كفاح أحد أفضل عملاء المخابرات لمقاومة الصعوبات التي تواجهها. هذا الإنتاج المليء بالإثارة والتشويق يستعد لتقديم مغامرة مذهلة للجمهور في السينما. المخابرات التركية، التي وصلت إلى الصدارة على المسرح العالمي في السنوات الأخيرة؛ يتم تمثيلها أي ًضا بكل قوتها في فيلم “Hain”. تجذب شخصية العميلة، التي تلعب الدور الرئيسي في الفيلم، الانتباه بموقفها المتعلم والذكي والعزم.

نبذة عن Fix360 Entertainment

Fix360 Entertainment هي شركة إنتاج أفلام ومسلسلات تلفزيونية تابعة للشركة القابضة CapitalTurk Holding والتي تحول الخيال إلى حقيقة. الشركة، التي تهدف إلى تقديم تجارب لا تنسى للجمهور من خلال الجمع بين الابتكار والجماليات البصرية والعمق العاطفي في رواية القصص، تناشد الجماهير المحلية والدولية بمحتواها. وفي الوقت نفسه، تقدم Fix360 Entertainment أحدث القصص إلى الشاشة مع مفهوم وضع معيار جديد في الصناعة.

لمزيد من المعلومات، يرجى زيارة https://fix360entertainment.com/ البريد: info@fix360entertainment.com

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ISTANBUL – (ARAB NEWSWIRE) — Aimed at deepening relations between Türkiye and the Gulf countries and defining joint strategies for the region, the forum saw the attendance of many key figures from the Gulf countries, including Kuwait’s Minister of Finance Noora Suleiman Salem Al-Fassam, Iraq’s Minister of Finance Taif Sami Mohammed, Egypt’s Deputy Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk, Tunisia’s Minister of Economy and Planning Samir Abdelhafidh, Libya’s Minister of Finance Dr. Kalid Al-Mabrouk, President of the Turkish Investment Fund Baghdad Amreyev, Secretary General of the Egyptian Federation of Arab Chambers Dr. Khaled Hanafy, Regional Director of the Saudi International Finance Corporation Fawaz Bilbeisi, Director of the World Bank GCC Cooperation Safaa El Tayeb El-Kogali, Partner at the UK’s DWF Solomon Ebere, Board Member of the Qatar Chamber Mohamed Bin Ahmed Al Obaidly, and Vice President of International Business Development of the United Arab Emirates Khalid Al Marzooqi.

Türkiye’s Minister of Treasury and Finance Mehmet Şimşek evaluated the global and regional strategies.

In his speech at the 15th Turkish-Arab Economic Forum, Minister of Treasury and Finance Mehmet Şimşek highlighted the decline in inflation and the slowdown in monetary policies. He emphasized that global trade will continue in November, pointing out that while there are challenges, there are also opportunities in this process. Mehmet Şimşek further noted that he expects an increase in cooperation across various sectors, emphasizing that partnerships in energy, manufacturing, technology, and machinery are crucial for realizing the region’s potential and he expressed his support for diversification strategies.

Dr. Erkan Kork stated that Türkiye and the Gulf countries could build a shared future.

Speaking at the 15th Turkish-Arab Economic Forum Dr. Erkan Kork, Chairman of the Board of BankPozitif, highlighted that the participating countries share the same geography, history, and values, and emphasized that joint steps would be stronger and more effective. He noted that building a shared future with the available know-how, technology, and investments is vital for unlocking the region’s potential.

Expressing pride in Türkiye’s positioning as a fintech hub Dr. Erkan Kork predicted that Türkiye would play a leading role on the global stage in various fields in the near future. He also stressed the importance of forums, fairs and events like this for fostering relationships between the business world and governments of different countries.

In his speech, Dr. Erkan Kork pointed out that Türkiye is in a very strong position in terms of innovation and information technology, noting that while processing times in many sectors in Europe are long, they are much shorter in Türkiye. Dr. Erkan Kork also highlighted Türkiye’s high level of competitiveness in recent years.

At the forum, which had a large participation rate; Fatih Karahan, Governor of the Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye, Burak Dağlıoğlu, Member of the Board of Directors of the Türkiye Wealth Fund and Rıfat Hisarcıklıoğlu President of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye, were also among the speakers.

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ISTANBUL – (ARAB NEWSWIRE) — Türkiye received $4.7 billion in international direct investment in the first six months of this year. The Netherlands, the USA, Germany, Ireland, Norway, and the United Kingdom were the countries from which Türkiye received the most investment capital.

Commenting on the issue, BankPozitif Chairman Dr. Erkan Kork stated that despite the global decline in international direct investments, Türkiye has performed better, saying, “Our country is attracting significant investments from global actors with its entrepreneurial business culture, young population, and competitive products and services. Over the last 20 years, Türkiye has become a country that attracts 1% of the world’s investments annually. The goal is to increase this rate to 1.5% by working even harder. Türkiye is not far from this target with the political stability provided by our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the reforms implemented, infrastructure investments, and investor-friendly policies. Under the vision and determined stance of our Minister of Treasury and Finance, Mr. Mehmet Şimşek, our country is on the path to becoming a center for international investments.”

“It would be no surprise to hear news of new investments”

Noting that Türkiye would achieve a much different picture with price stability, Kork said, “Türkiye Cumhuriyet Merkez Bankası Governor Fatih Karahan and his team are, so to speak, working tirelessly day and night. The improvement in the current account balance is evident. Recently, with the increase in our reserves and the correct steps taken, the Turkish Lira has reached an attractive position. Achieving price stability opens the door to the process leading to financial stability. In a country where there is financial stability, the appetite for investment is high” he said.

“Large-scale investments will come in the fintech sector”

Dr. Erkan Kork stated that Türkiye would continue to attract qualified investments, especially those focused on the export of goods and services, saying, “The total value of international direct investment inflows to our country since 2002 has exceeded $268 billion. The investments received in the first six months of 2024 accounted for 28% of the current account deficit. This rate will increase further. Türkiye, which is a production, logistics, and management center for international investors, will continue to attract technology investments, particularly in fintech and e-commerce. I believe that capital inflows will continue not only from Europe and the USA but also from the Gulf countries,” he said.

About Bankpozitif

Operating in the field of digital banking, Bankpozitif is a Turkey-based financial institution that enables individuals and businesses to carry out their financial transactions quickly and efficiently through a single digital platform. The bank offers digital investment banking with personalized financial solutions and innovative technologies for its customers!

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INSTANBUL – (ARAB NEWSWIRE) — Türkiye was removed from the gray list, which it has been included in since October 2021, following the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) General Assembly held in Singapore. Important representatives of the business world welcomed the decision.

With the decision, it is expected that foreign investors’ capital flows to Türkiye will accelerate. Commenting on the issue, BankPozitif Chairman Dr. Erkan Kork stated that with the gray list decision, there are no longer any obstacles to international investments and said, “We will see the positive effects of exiting the gray list in the short and medium term. As you know, most of the international investment funds could not invest in gray listed countries due to legal regulations. With the decision taken, funds will now be able to invest in Türkiye. I believe that a serious capital flow will begin. I think there will also be an increase in company acquisition-merger processes. I expect the interest in TL assets to increase on the equity markets side,” he said.

“The Turkish economy will reach a much better level”

Emphasizing that the Turkish economy will reach a better level with the decline in inflation in the second half of the year, Dr. Erkan Kork said that the decision from the gray list will make a strong contribution to the positive outlook in the economy. Kork continued his words as follows: ” Türkiye has carried out important reforms so far to get out of the gray list. The next step is to reap the fruits of the work done. On July 19, the international credit rating agency Moody’s made an assessment of Türkiye. I expect the decision to be positively reflected in Moody’s report. Our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has strong support for the economic management and this is very valuable. “I congratulate the entire economic management, especially our Minister of Treasury and Finance, Mehmet Şimşek, who made great efforts in making this decision,” he said.

The exit from the gray list means that Türkiye complies with financial regulations and international standards. It also contributes to Turkey being seen as more reliable by international investors and financial institutions.

Media Contact:
Sait inanç
+90533 722 49 69
info@bankpozitif.com.tr

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INSTANBUL, Türkiye — (ARAB NEWSWIRE) — Erkan KORK, a prominent figure among Türkiye’s successful entrepreneurs, has unveiled a groundbreaking vision in the ever-evolving financial sector. He emphasized, “Every investment we make, every step we take is aimed at supporting our nation’s economic and societal future.”

Erkan KORK, the newly appointed Chairman of BankPozitif’s Board of Directors, stated, “Our vision for BankPozitif is to set new standards in financial services. With this investment, we are resolutely committed to elevating our country, Türkiye, to the summit of both local and global finance in its centenary year. With unwavering faith in the Turkish economy and a keen awareness of the potential within these lands, we are shaping the financial landscape of tomorrow today. Through innovative financial solutions, digital transformation initiatives, and our dedication to sustainable development goals, we aim to contribute value to our nation’s economic growth in Türkiye’s centenary year. Our foremost priority in this endeavor will be to increase technological and innovative investments to foster stable and sustainable growth.

“We firmly believe that this acquisition will mark a significant milestone for our nation.

Every investment we make, every step we take, is to support the economic and social future of our country. We will continue to demonstrate this purpose and belief in all our activities.”

Integrated Solutions for Users

One of Erkan Kork’s flagship ventures, PayFix, offers seamless money management, payment processing, transaction tracking, and balance oversight, all without the need for physical cards. It empowers individuals to manage their finances effortlessly through computers and phones with a single click. BankPozitif has been operating as a credit and development bank since 2006.

BankPozitif’s Vision Commensurate with Türkiye’s Centenary

The bank aspires to position itself as a leader in all regions, serving as a provider of sustainable and innovative financial solutions.

Erkan Kork emphasized in the bank’s new approach that “meticulously crafted, agile, and personalized solutions tailored to customer needs take precedence.”

While BankPozitif aims to facilitate faster, more secure, and efficient financial transactions for individuals and businesses through a single digital platform, it also seeks to enhance financial literacy through comprehensive educational seminars and workshops nationwide. The bank is committed to leading Türkiye towards achieving its environmental and social responsibility objectives by offering green financing and sustainable investment opportunities in the coming years.

Media Contact
Sait İnanç
Capital Turkt Holding
+90533 722 49 69
sait.inanc@capitalturk.com

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