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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Greens urge Rachel Reeves to deliver real change  

    Source: Green Party of England and Wales

    Greens call on chancellor to:  

    • Raise taxes on the very wealthiest to help fund a better future for everyone  
    • Avoid more austerity by another name 

    Ahead of today’s Budget, co-leader Carla Denyer said: 

    “We need to see Labour use this opportunity to make some bold decisions.  

    “Fourteen years of Tory underinvestment in our NHS, our schools, care for our elderly loved ones have left our public services crumbling around us and in a state of crisis. We deserve better. We demand better. 

    “It’s clear that the country just can’t afford more austerity under a different name. Labour campaigned on a manifesto of change – so now it’s time to deliver.  

    “Real change that people will see around them in a tangible way – in the hospitals they visit when they’re ill, in their kids’ education, in affordable and reliable bus services to get around. 

    “Real change is a political choice. The money to fund our public services is available. By taxing the very wealthiest a little more we can fund a better future for everyone.   

    “Let’s see if Labour can deliver.”

    / by Green Party

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: HSDC confirm second year as lead sponsor for Portsmouth’s Christmas Lights Switch On Parties

    Source: City of Portsmouth

    HSDC have confirmed for the second year running their lead sponsorship for Portsmouth’s Christmas Lights Switch On events that will run from 21 – 23 November this year in Southsea, Cosham, and Commercial Road.

    The annual city-wide countdown to Christmas festive family fun begins with three days of sparkling events happening in Portsmouth’s high streets that include Christmas Lights Switch On Parties, Carols and the We Shine Art and Light Festival where key locations will be transformed into a night-time gallery.

    The Christmas Lights Switch On Parties are hosted by Mark Collins from Greatest Hits Radio and features stars from panto, Portsmouth FC heroes including manager John Mousinho, performances by community groups, a special appearance of Father Christmas, walk about entertainers and a dazzling finale.

    HSDC is proud to be the lead sponsor for this event for the second year running and said:

    “HSDC is delighted to once again sponsor Christmas in Portsmouth. This event is a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate the festive spirit. We’re investing in the magic of the season and the opportunity for families and friends to create lasting memories!”

    Councillor Steve Pitt, Leader of the council with responsibility for Economic Development said:

    ” We have a great line-up of festive events throughout Portsmouth to kick off the Christmas season. Our generous main sponsor, HSDC, has once again stepped up to make our Christmas Lights Switch On events possible. I encourage all residents to join in the fun and support our local high street businesses.”

    For more information visit https://rediscoverportsmouth.co.uk/christmas-in-portsmouth/

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  • MIL-OSI USA: UConn, EPA Launch Regional Environmental Justice Center

    Source: US State of Connecticut

    A multi-disciplinary team of researchers at UConn has received a five-year $10 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to lead a New England regional center focused on environmental justice.

    On Wednesday, Oct. 30, UConn launched the Environmental Justice Thriving Community Technical Assistance Center (EJ-TCTAC). In close partnership with the EPA, the University will provide critical support to communities throughout New England.

    The center will benefit cities, towns, and recognized Tribes throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine, offering assistance with navigating the federal grant process, engagement efforts, and identifying funding opportunities as the region embraces evolving environmental challenges.

    “As Connecticut’s flagship university, UConn takes pride in service to our communities and helping to prepare them for the environmental challenges they face in the present and the future,” says Pamir Alpay, UConn Vice President for Research, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship. “With the EPA’s generous support, we are proud to extend our expertise and resourcefulness to support environmental justice throughout the cities, towns, and Tribes of New England.”

    UConn won the grant through a competitive process among other universities in the region. UConn is well-positioned to lead the Center thanks to the expertise of faculty working in various areas related to environmental justice and existing connections with community organizations.

    “Too often, communities with the most pressing environmental justice concerns have been left behind due to barriers in accessing federal funding,” says EPA New England Regional Administrator David W. Cash. “UConn’s technical assistance center is a game-changer for New England and will provide greater access to services to ensure overburdened and underserved communities and our Tribal nations can access historic investments to address generational environmental and health disparities.”

    The center became operational with the launch of its website, environmental-justice.program.uconn.edu.

    Carolyn A. Lin, professor in the Department of Communication, leads the team as the director of the EJ-TCTAC. The team includes associate directors Rupal Parekh, assistant professor in the School of Social Work; David Chacon-Hurtado, assistant research professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering; Diego Cerrai, assistant professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering; and Chris Newell, the director of Native American Cultural Programs as the tribal liaison.

    “We have a very large group of talented faculty and researchers who have been working on environment-related projects and a lot of them have an environmental justice focus as well,” Lin says. “We hope to excel and do even more than is anticipated successfully.”

    Environmental justice highlights that certain communities, typically lower-income and communities of color, are more likely to be at risk of suffering from environmental harms like pollution and vulnerability to climate change-related impacts like flooding.

    “The need for environmental justice work is very high,” Lin says. “Climate change does not wait for us. The problems are here, and the consequences are obvious. They may not all manifest all at once, but people who live in those communities understand those consequences and they have suffered from them.”

    The Center will support urban, rural, and Tribal communities throughout New England, helping organizations access funding from federal and state agencies to complete environmental justice projects.

    Community organizations will be able to submit requests for free support with tasks like needs assessment, identifying funding sources, grant preparation, grant applications, and grant management. The team will engage partners directly and create digital informational resources, including webinars, podcasts and videos.

    Through this technical assistance, the Center will support projects aimed at improving the quality of life and economic development of communities most affected by environmental injustices.

    “My hope for the Center is that we can use our combined talent and resources, not to mention our passion for this line of work, to truly make a difference in the New England region across urban, rural, and tribal communities,” Lin says.

    The Center is partnering with the EPA; the Institute for New England Native American Studies at the University of Massachusetts, Boston; the New England Environmental Finance Center at the University of Southern Maine; the New England Rural Health Association; Groundwork USA, and the Environmental Protection Network. These partnerships will help the team strengthen its connection with communities and better understand their needs.

    “The only purpose of our Center is to serve the needs of communities across New England,” Lin says. “We have a very strong commitment to pulling together any kind of resources we can and building coalitions with communities and state governments and tribal nations. Because if you unite you are much bigger and much stronger in what you can do.”

    For example, one environmental justice concern in Connecticut is transportation equity. Expanding public transit networks is not only good for the environment, as it cuts carbon emissions by reducing dependence on cars, but it also increases mobility for people who do not own a car.

    “How do we improve our transportation system so that disadvantaged communities who don’t have good access to public transportation will be able to travel more efficiently in terms of time and cost to actually have better educational and economic opportunities,” asks Lin.

    Other initiatives may tackle health disparities related to pollution exposure and toxic infrastructures, helping community organizations combat sources of pollution, develop educational resources, or connect community residents to healthcare services.

    “Environmental issues are directly relevant to our health,” Lin says. “The air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil beneath us all affect our well-being.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: UConn Reads Announces ’24-’25 Selection: ‘All We Can Save’

    Source: US State of Connecticut

    There is a renaissance blooming in the climate movement: leadership that is rooted in compassion, connection, creativity, and collaboration. But while it’s clear that women and girls are vital voices and agents of change for this planet, they are too often missing from the proverbial “table.” More than a problem of bias, it’s a dynamic that sets us up for failure. To change everything, we need everyone. 

    With this in mind, UConn Reads invites all members of the UConn community to join in an engaging discussion around this year’s book selection: “All We Can Save.” 

    Since 2011, UConn Reads has gathered students, staff, alumni, faculty, and community members who share an interest and sense of pride in the University, who relish intelligent, respectful debate, and who bring their own individual perspectives and personal experiences to a thought-provoking and engaging conversation. 

    “All We Can Save” is a collection of provocative and illuminating essays from women on the front lines of climate change, as those most at risk, and those most likely to solve it. Edited by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Katharine Wilkinson, the book is a bestselling collection of writings by 60 women and offering abundant wisdom and solutions to lead humanity forward.  

    Intermixing essays with poetry and art, this book is a guide for knowing and holding what has been done to the world, while bolstering our resolve never to give up on each other or our collective future.  

    A national bestseller and named one of the best books of the year in 2020 by Smithsonian Magazine, the editors have curated a collection of “hope-filled perspectives on the climate crisis that has inspired many to think on the side of action rather than being paralyzed with worry about the future of the planet.” The publication has also sparked the All We Can Save Movement, to nurture future leaders of the climate community and encourage meaningful action.  

    The book was selected in collaboration with UConn for Women’s Herstory Month, being celebrated by the Women’s Center in March 2025.

    If you would like to be involved with this year’s programming, please reach out to UConn Reads.  

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Does Daylight Saving Time Actually Save? Research Shows Costs Outweigh Benefits

    Source: US State of Connecticut

    As we prepare to fall back once again this year on Sunday, Nov. 3, debates over the costs and benefits of Daylight Saving Time are sure to reemerge.

    A bill to permanently end the practice passed in the Senate in 2022 and awaits further movement through the House of Representatives, indicating the argument to overturn the century-old policy is heating up.

    Shinsuke Tanaka, assistant professor and director of graduate studies in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, has published work that helps inform this policy debate with evidence about the costs of Daylight Saving Time (DST).

    When Tanaka, who is originally from Japan, first came to the U.S., Daylight Saving Time felt like a shock, as Japan does not engage in the practice.

    An expert in environmental and health economics, Tanaka decided to look into the costs and benefits of DST. He found that many other researchers had been questioning the economic, environmental, and health impacts as well.

    DST was first implemented during World War I as an energy saving policy. However, recent studies have found that people actually consume more energy during DST, because with more daylight, people run air conditioners for longer, even if their lights aren’t on for as long.

    “The cooling consumes more energy, and the studies have shown that the energy consumption overall increases during Daylight Saving Time,” Tanaka says.

    People also go out more often during the extended daylight, usually in cars, which increases carbon emissions.

    For his research, Tanaka focuses on Indiana, because until 2006, only some counties in Indiana participated in Daylight Saving Time. This means Tanaka can look at data from before 2006 and after and get a clear picture of any changes that may be related to the start of participating in the policy.

    Shinsuke Tanaka, assistant professor of agricultural and resource economics. (Contributed photo)

    “This creates the change in policy,” Tanaka says. “So, I can see what happened without DST in the previous year, and then I can see what happened to some outcome after they adopted DST.”

    Tanaka focuses on heart attacks, one of the most serious health impacts related to DST. Previous studies demonstrated that the number of heart attacks increases after the time change in spring, when clocks move forward one hour.

    This may be because people lose an hour of sleep in the spring transition, which has many negative health impacts. Our internal clocks also become misaligned with the external environment.

    “There is no clear mechanism in the medical literature,” Tanaka says. “But the evidence shows that sleep is important for cardiovascular diseases, and people do lose one hour of sleep during the spring forward, so then we can infer that this is one of the mechanisms.”

    Tanaka found a 27% increase in the number of heart attacks in Indiana for two weeks after springing ahead when the entire state started practicing DST compared to the year before, while no significant impact was observed at the fall transition. This increase at the spring transition was substantially higher than other studies which had found more modest changes, closer to 5%, in other countries.

    Tanaka explains this difference may be due to differences in physical environments and lifestyle habits between countries. Tanaka was also better able to control for seasonality because he compared data from before and after the transition to practicing DST.

    “Indeed, we found that heart attacks would have declined without DST, and that’s not quite controlled for in the medical literature,” Tanaka says. “In my own study, we can see what happened without practicing DST at this time of year so we can better control for that and then we find much bigger impacts.”

    Some have argued that this short-term negative health impact is offset by the opportunity to engage in more outdoor physical activity in the extended daylight. Tanaka, however, has shown that this is not the case. His research presents the first comprehensive evidence examining the overall impacts during Daylight Saving Time, countering the notion that the benefits of increased daylight could compensate for these harms.

    “That’s an important piece of evidence when it comes to the policy debate because people don’t just worry about the short-term impacts, but what is the overall impact,” Tanaka says. “So that’s what we need to understand.”

    Tanaka found that the increase in the number of heart attacks remained relatively consistent from year-to-year, indicating that it was just a shock from starting the practice for the first time in 2006.

    “It’s hard to justify this policy at this point,” Tanaka says. “There’s no such big benefit that can justify the significant costs that we see in many aspects.”

    This work relates to CAHNR’s Strategic Vision area focused on Enhancing Health and Well-Being Locally, Nationally, and Globally.

    Follow UConn CAHNR on social media

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  • MIL-OSI: DeFi Technologies’ Subsidiary Valour Expands Offerings with First-Ever Valour Bittensor (TAO) SEK ETP in the Nordics on Spotlight Stock Market

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    • Introduction of Valour Bittensor (TAO) SEK ETP: DeFi Technologies’ subsidiary Valour Inc. has launched the Valour Bittensor (TAO) ETP on Sweden’s Spotlight Stock Market, marking the first Bittensor ETP in the Nordics and expanding its suite of digital asset products with this cutting-edge decentralized machine learning asset. With a market cap of $3.9 billion, TAO ranks #25 among digital assets globally.
    • Investment Opportunities in Decentralized Machine Learning: The Valour Bittensor (TAO) SEK ETP provides Nordic investors with unique exposure to TAO, the native token of the Bittensor network, now accessible for the first time in the region. Bittensor revolutionizes machine learning by creating a decentralized, peer-to-peer marketplace where machine intelligence can be exchanged, fostered, and traded. This network functions as a hive mind, pooling AI model intelligence into an ever-growing digital knowledge base and incentivizing global collaboration among developers.
    • Strategic Product Expansion: The launch of the first Valour Bittensor ETP in the Nordics underscores Valour’s commitment to bringing innovative digital assets to the market. Listed on the Spotlight Stock Market, this ETP offers Nordic investors the opportunity to invest in groundbreaking advancements within decentralized AI and machine learning, representing a significant step forward in providing regional access to transformative digital assets.

    TORONTO, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DeFi Technologies Inc. (the “Company” or “DeFi Technologies”) (CBOE CA: DEFI) (GR: R9B) (OTC: DEFTF), a crypto-native technology company at the forefront of merging traditional capital markets with decentralized finance (“DeFi“), proudly announces that its subsidiary Valour Inc. (“Valour“), a leading issuer of exchange-traded products (“ETPs“) providing simplified access to digital assets, has listed the first-ever Valour Bittensor (TAO) ETP in the Nordics on the Spotlight Stock Market. This launch provides investors with seamless access to TAO, the token that fuels Bittensor’s decentralized machine learning protocol. With a market cap of $ 3.9 billion, TAO ranks #25 among digital assets globally.

    The Valour Bittensor (TAO) SEK ETP (ISIN: CH1213604619) is the latest addition to Valour’s range of innovative digital asset products, now available to Nordic investors. The ETP brings unparalleled exposure to the Bittensor network, which turns machine intelligence into a tradable asset within a decentralized marketplace. TAO’s unique utility extends beyond traditional token use by representing individual contributions to this shared intelligence pool, embodying the collective insights within the Bittensor ecosystem. Featuring a 1.9% management fee, this ETP provides streamlined access to the rapidly growing world of decentralized AI.

    “With the TAO ETP, we’re setting a new standard for AI-backed investments, linking investors to the future of decentralized intelligence,” commented Elaine Buehler, Head of Product at Valour. “This launch brings traditional investors into a dynamic AI ecosystem, pushing the boundaries of digital asset investment in the Nordics for the first time.”

    Unlike traditional centralized machine learning models, Bittensor allows AI models to exchange capabilities and predictions directly in a peer-to-peer network. This decentralized structure encourages diversity and innovation, making Bittensor a key driver in the evolution of machine learning.

    “By launching the Valour Bittensor ETP in Sweden, we’re expanding investor access to the transformative potential of decentralized machine learning,” said Johanna Belitz, Head of Nordics at Valour. “Our focus remains on providing high-quality products that reflect current market demands and foster innovation. This is an important milestone as the first Bittensor ETP in the Nordics.”

    About DeFi Technologies
    DeFi Technologies Inc. (CBOE CA: DEFI) (GR: R9B) (OTC: DEFTF) is a financial technology company that pioneers the convergence of traditional capital markets with the world of decentralized finance (DeFi). With a dedicated focus on industry-leading Web3 technologies, DeFi Technologies aims to provide widespread investor access to the future of finance. Backed by an esteemed team of experts with extensive experience in financial markets and digital assets, we are committed to revolutionising the way individuals and institutions interact with the evolving financial ecosystem. Follow DeFi Technologies on Linkedin and Twitter, and for more details, visit https://defi.tech/  

    About Valour
    Valour Inc. and Valour Digital Securities Limited (together, “Valour”) issues exchange traded products (“ETPs”) that enable retail and institutional investors to access digital assets in a simple and secure way via their traditional bank account. Valour is part of the asset management business line of DeFi Technologies Inc. (CBOE CA: DEFI) (GR: R9B) (OTC: DEFTF).

    In addition to their novel physical backed digital asset platform, which includes 1Valour Bitcoin Physical Carbon Neutral ETP, 1Valour Ethereum Physical Staking, and 1Valour Internet Computer Physical Staking, Valour offers fully hedged digital asset ETPs with low to zero management fees, with product listings across European exchanges, banks and broker platforms. Valour’s existing product range includes Valour Uniswap (UNI), Cardano (ADA), Polkadot (DOT), Solana (SOL), Avalanche (AVAX), Cosmos (ATOM), Binance (BNB), Ripple (XRP), Toncoin (TON), Internet Computer (ICP), Chainlink (LINK), Hedera (HBAR), Core (CORE), Enjin (ENJ), Valour Bitcoin Staking (BTC), Bitcoin Carbon Neutral (BTCN), Sui (SUI), Valour Digital Asset Basket 10 (VDAB10) and 1Valour STOXX Bitcoin Suisse Digital Asset Blue Chip ETPs with low management fees. Valour’s flagship products are Bitcoin Zero and Ethereum Zero, the first fully hedged, passive investment products with Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) as underlyings which are completely fee free. For more information about Valour, to subscribe, or to receive updates, visit valour.com.

    Cautionary note regarding forward-looking information:
    This press release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Forward-looking information includes, but is not limited to the the listing of Valour Bittensor (TAO) ETP; the development of the TAO token; investor confidence in Valour’s ETPs; investor interest and confidence in digital assets; the regulatory environment with respect to the growth and adoption of decentralized finance; the pursuit by the Company and its subsidiaries of business opportunities; and the merits or potential returns of any such opportunities. Forward-looking information is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of the Company, as the case may be, to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but is not limited the acceptance of Valour exchange traded products by exchanges; growth and development of decentralised finance and cryptocurrency sector; rules and regulations with respect to decentralised finance and cryptocurrency; general business, economic, competitive, political and social uncertainties. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

    THE CBOE CANADA EXCHANGE DOES NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE

    For further information, please contact:

    Olivier Roussy Newton
    Chief Executive Officer
    ir@defi.tech
    (323) 537-7681

    The MIL Network –

  • MIL-OSI: InspireSemi Announces Annual General and Special Meeting and Appointment of Director

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    VANCOUVER, British Columbia and AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Inspire Semiconductor Holdings Inc. (TSXV: INSP) (“Inspire” or the “Company”), a chip design company that provides revolutionary high-performance, energy-efficient accelerated computing solutions for High Performance Computing (HPC), AI, graph analytics, and other compute-intensive workloads, is pleased to announce that the Annual General and Special meeting (the “AGSM“) for the year ended December 31, 2023 will be held in person at the Company’s offices at 11305 Four Points Drive, Suite 2-250, Austin, TX 78726 at 9:30 a.m. (Austin time) on November 20, 2024.

    The Notice of AGSM, Management Information Circular (the “Circular”), Financial Statements Request Form, Form of Proxy and Voting Instruction Form (the “Materials”) will be mailed to shareholders and posted on the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca not later than the date of this release. The Materials can also be found on the Company’s website at www.inspiresemi.com, investors tab.

    Shareholders of record as of October 11, 2024 are entitled to vote their shares of the Company at the AGSM. The Company encourages its shareholders to vote in advance of the AGM using the instructions on the Voting Instruction Form or the Form of Proxy that were mailed to them with the Materials. Shareholders are reminded that proxies must be received by 9.30 a.m. (Austin Time) on November 18, 2024.

    In addition to the usual matters presented to shareholders at an annual general meeting, the Company will be seeking the approval of its shareholders to delist its subordinate voting shares from the TSX Venture Exchange. For reasons further explained in the Circular, the Company deems the delisting to be an extremely important matter for the Company. The Company encourages all shareholders to review the information in the Circular and to vote in favour of the delisting at the AGSM.

    If any shareholder has not received their voting instructions by mail by mid November and wishes to vote at the AGSM, the Company encourages those shareholders to contact the Corporate Secretary by email to secretary@inspiresemi.com who will be happy to assist with retrieving your individual voting instructions.

    Advance Notice

    This press release is deemed notice, in accordance with the Company’s Advance Notice By-Law (the “By-Law”), which amongst other things, includes a provision that requires advance notice to the Company in circumstances where nominations of persons for election to the Board of Directors are made by shareholders of the Company other than pursuant to: (i) a requisition of a meeting made pursuant to the provisions of the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia) (the “Act”); or (ii) a shareholder proposal made pursuant to the provisions of the Act.

    In the case of an annual meeting of shareholders, notice to the Company must be made not less than 30 nor more than 65 days prior to the date of the annual meeting; provided, however, that, in the event that the annual meeting is to be held on a date that is less than 50 days after the date on which the first public announcement of the date of the annual meeting was made, notice may be made not later than the close of business on the 10th day following such public announcement. Therefore, in this case of the AGSM notice of any nomination must be received by the Company by November 9, 2024.

    Shareholders must provide notice of any nomination for director to the Corporate Secretary by email to secretary@inspiresemi.com and in proper written form and including all the details required in accordance with the By Law, a copy of which can be found on the Company’s website at www.inspiresemi.com, investors tab.

    Appointment of Director

    The Company is also pleased to announce that it has appointed Mr. Jeff Brown to its board of directors effective October 29, 2024.

    Mr. Brown has had a long and successful career in the media industry, with extensive experience in distribution, digital marketing and brand management. He currently owns and runs JB & Associates, a strategic and business building consulting firm and is a Faculty Lecturer in Entertainment Media Management, Cinema and Television Arts at California State University.

    Previously he was with Warner Bros for over 26 years as a prominent executive in the Home Entertainment division, ending as Executive Vice President in January 2023. He helped lead Warner Bros. with its move into streaming, digital (VOD/EST) and physical media (DVD/Blu-ray). He managed P&L for distribution of television content, including WBTV, HBO, Turner productions and third-party partner brands such as the BBC and Peanuts, leading to Warner Bros. holding the top placed market share for nearly 20 years. He
    oversaw the implementation of new customer acquisition strategies and adherence to best-in-class data driven analytics. He also previously worked in brand management and finance for other large brands including Nestle, General Mills and the Gap.

    Mr. Brown holds an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business, a BSE in Finance from Wharton, University of Pennsylvania and a BA in Political Science from University of Pennsylvania.

    The Company welcomes Mr. Brown to the board and looks forward to his future contributions to the success of Inspire.

    Mr. Brown was nominated as a director by Humanitario Capital LLC pursuant to nomination rights granted to it under the Convertible Loan Agreement between it and the Company dated September 23, 2024. Further information regarding the Convertible Loan Agreement can be found in the Company’s press released dated September 23, 2024.

    About InspireSemi

    InspireSemi (TSXV: INSP) provides revolutionary high-performance, energy-efficient accelerated computing solutions for High-Performance Computing (HPC), AI, graph analytics, and other compute-intensive workloads. The Thunderbird I ‘supercomputer-cluster-on-a-chip’ is a disruptive, next-generation datacenter accelerator designed to address multiple underserved and diversified industries, including financial services, computer-aided engineering, energy, climate modeling, cybersecurity, and life sciences & drug discovery. Based on the open standard RISC-V instruction set architecture, InspireSemi’s solutions set new standards of performance, energy efficiency, and ease of programming. InspireSemi is headquartered in Austin, TX.

    For more information visit https://inspiresemi.com
    Follow InspireSemi on LinkedIn

    Company Contact
    Ron Van Dell, CEO
    (737) 471-3230
    rvandell@inspiresemi.com

    Cautionary Statement on Forward-Looking Information
    This press release contains certain statements that constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws (“forward-looking statements”). Statements concerning InspireSemi’s objectives, goals, strategies, priorities, intentions, plans, beliefs, expectations and estimates, and the business, operations, financial performance and condition of InspireSemi are forward-looking statements. Often, but not always, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “is expected”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “anticipates”, or “believes” or variations (including negative variations) of such words and phrases, or statements formed in the future tense or indicating that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” (or other variations of the forgoing) be taken, occur, be achieved, or come to pass.

    Forward-looking information includes, but is not limited to, information regarding: (i) the business plans and expectations of the Company including expectations with respect to production and development; and (ii) expectations for other economic, business, and/or competitive factors. Forward-looking information is based on currently available competitive, financial and economic data and operating plans, strategies or beliefs as of the date of this presentation, but involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of InspireSemi, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information. Such factors may be based on information currently available to the Company including information obtained from third-party industry analysts and other third-party sources and are based on management’s current expectations or beliefs. Any and all forward-looking information contained in this news release is expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.

    Investors are cautioned that forward-looking information is not based on historical facts but instead reflect management’s expectations, estimates or projections concerning future results or events based on the opinions, assumptions and estimates of management considered reasonable at the date the statements are made. Forward-looking information reflects management’s current beliefs and is based on information currently available to them and on assumptions they believe to be not unreasonable in light of all of the circumstances. In some instances, material factors or assumptions are discussed in this news release in connection with statements containing forward-looking information. Such material factors and assumptions include, but are not limited to: (i) statements relating to the business and future activities of, and developments related to, the Company after the date of this press release; (ii) expectations for other economic, business, regulatory and/or competitive factors related to the Company or the technology industry generally; (iv) the risk factors referenced in this news release and as described from time to time in documents filed by the Company with Canadian securities regulatory authorities on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca; and (v) other events or conditions that may occur in the future. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results to differ from those anticipated, estimated or intended. Forward-looking information contained herein is made as of the date of this news release and, other than as required by law, the Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.

    Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking information prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as intended, planned, anticipated, believed, estimated or expected. Although the Company has attempted to identify important risks, uncertainties and factors which could cause actual results to differ materially, there may be others that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. The Company does not intend, and does not assume any obligation, to update this forward-looking information except as otherwise required by applicable law.

    Neither the Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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  • MIL-OSI: Safe Harbor Financial to Report Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results on Tuesday, November 12, 2024

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    GOLDEN, Colo., Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SHF Holdings, Inc., d/b/a/ Safe Harbor Financial (“Safe Harbor”) (NASDAQ: SHFS), a leader in facilitating financial services and credit facilities to the regulated cannabis industry, today announced that it will report financial results for the third quarter of 2024 ended September 30, 2024 on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, after the close of the market.

    Safe Harbor will host a conference call and webcast at 4:30p.m. ET / 1:30p.m. PT on November 12, 2024, to discuss Safe Harbor’s financial results.

    For those interested in listening in to the conference call, please dial in and ask to join the Safe Harbor Financial call.

    About Safe Harbor
    Safe Harbor is among the first service providers to offer compliance, monitoring and validation services to financial institutions, providing traditional banking services to cannabis, hemp, CBD, and ancillary operators, making communities safer, driving growth in local economies, and fostering long-term partnerships. Safe Harbor, through its financial institution clients, implements high standards of accountability, transparency, monitoring, reporting and risk mitigation measures while meeting Bank Secrecy Act obligations in line with FinCEN guidance on cannabis-related businesses. Over the past eight years, Safe Harbor has facilitated more than $23 billion in deposit transactions for businesses with operations spanning over 41 states and US territories with regulated cannabis markets. For more information, visit www.shfinancial.org.

    Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
    Certain information contained in this press release may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements other than statements of historical facts included herein may constitute forward-looking statements and are not guarantees of future performance or results and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements with respect to trends in the cannabis industry, including proposed changes in U.S and state laws, rules, regulations and guidance relating to Safe Harbor’s services; Safe Harbor’s growth prospects and Safe Harbor’s market size; Safe Harbor’s projected financial and operational performance, including relative to its competitors and historical performance; new product and service offerings Safe Harbor may introduce in the future; the impact volatility in the capital markets, which may adversely affect the price of Safe Harbor’s securities; the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Safe Harbor; and other statements regarding Safe Harbor’s expectations, hopes, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future. In addition, any statements that refer to projections, forecasts or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intends,” “outlook,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “possible,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “would,” and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including those described from time to time in Safe Harbor’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Safe Harbor undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statement made herein. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release.

    Safe Harbor Media
    Nick Callaio, Marketing Manager
    720.951.0619
    Nick@SHFinancial.org

    Safe Harbor Investor Relations
    ir@SHFinancial.org

    KCSA Strategic Communications
    Phil Carlson
    safeharbor@kcsa.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Stock Yards Bancorp to Participate in the 2024 Hovde Group Financial Services Conference

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: SYBT), parent company of Stock Yards Bank & Trust Company, with offices in Louisville, central, eastern and northern Kentucky, as well as the Indianapolis, Indiana and Cincinnati, Ohio metropolitan markets, today announced that Ja Hillebrand, Chairman and CEO and T. Clay Stinnett, EVP and CFO will participate in the 2024 Hovde Group Financial Services Conference to be held November 6th through November 8th, and will participate in a series of meetings with institutional investors.

    Management’s discussion materials to be used at this conference will be posted to the investor section of the Company’s website, www.syb.com, on or before November 6, 2024.

    Louisville, Kentucky-based Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc., with $8.4 billion in assets, was incorporated in 1988 as a bank holding company. It is the parent company of Stock Yards Bank & Trust Company, which was established in 1904. The Company’s common shares trade on The Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “SYBT.”

    Contact:
    T. Clay Stinnett
    Executive Vice President,
    Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer
    (502) 625-0890

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  • MIL-OSI: TC Energy lists Series 10 Preferred Shares

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — News Release – TC Energy Corporation (TSX, NYSE: TRP) (TC Energy or the Company) today announced that 1,297,203 of its 18,000,000 fixed rate Cumulative Redeemable First Preferred Shares, Series 9 (Series 9 Shares) were tendered for conversion today, on a one-for-one basis, into floating rate Cumulative Redeemable First Preferred Shares, Series 10 (Series 10 Shares). As a result of the conversion, TC Energy has 16,702,797 Series 9 Shares and 1,297,203 Series 10 Shares issued and outstanding. The Series 9 Shares will continue to be listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the symbol TRP.PR.E. The Series 10 Shares will begin trading on the TSX today under the symbol TRP.PR.L.

    The Series 9 Shares will continue to pay on a quarterly basis, for the five-year period beginning on Oct. 30, 2024, as and when declared by TC Energy’s Board of Directors (Board), a fixed dividend at an annualized rate of 5.080 per cent.

    The Series 10 Shares will pay a floating rate quarterly dividend for the five-year period beginning on Oct. 30, 2024, as and when declared by the Board. The dividend rate for the Series 10 Shares for the first quarterly floating rate period commencing Oct. 30, 2024 to, but excluding Jan. 30, 2025, is 6.329 per cent and will be reset every quarter.

    For more information on the terms of, and risks associated with an investment in the Series 9 Shares and the Series 10 Shares, please see the Corporation’s prospectus supplement dated Jan. 13, 2014 which is available on sedarplus.ca or on our website.

    About TC Energy
    We’re a team of 7,000+ energy problem solvers working to safely move, generate and store the energy North America relies on. Today, we’re delivering solutions to the world’s toughest energy challenges – from innovating to deliver the natural gas that feeds LNG to global markets, to working to reduce emissions from our assets, to partnering with our neighbours, customers and governments to build the energy system of the future. It’s all part of how we continue to deliver sustainable returns for our investors and create value for communities.

    TC Energy’s common shares trade on the Toronto (TSX) and New York (NYSE) stock exchanges under the symbol TRP. To learn more, visit us at TCEnergy.com.

    FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION
    This release contains certain information that is forward-looking and is subject to important risks and uncertainties (such statements are usually accompanied by words such as “anticipate”, “expect”, “believe”, “may”, “will”, “should”, “estimate”, “intend” or other similar words). Forward-looking statements in this document are intended to provide TC Energy security holders and potential investors with information regarding TC Energy and its subsidiaries, including management’s assessment of TC Energy’s and its subsidiaries’ future plans and financial outlook. All forward-looking statements reflect TC Energy’s beliefs and assumptions based on information available at the time the statements were made and as such are not guarantees of future performance. As actual results could vary significantly from the forward-looking information, you should not put undue reliance on forward-looking information and should not use future-oriented information or financial outlooks for anything other than their intended purpose. We do not update our forward-looking information due to new information or future events, unless we are required to by law. For additional information on the assumptions made, and the risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ from the anticipated results, refer to the most recent Quarterly Report to Shareholders and Annual Report filed under TC Energy’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov.

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    Media Inquiries:
    Media Relations
    media@tcenergy.com
    403-920-7859 or 800-608-7859

    Investor & Analyst Inquiries:
    Gavin Wylie / Hunter Mau
    investor_relations@tcenergy.com
    403-920-7911 or 800-361-6522

    PDF available: http://ml.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/096f0f9a-e07b-4f40-9f7c-a836a4237f7c

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  • MIL-OSI: Mattr to Present and Host 1×1 Investor Meetings at the 16th Annual Southwest Ideas Investor Conference on November 20th in Dallas, TX

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mattr Corp. (“Mattr” or the “Company”) (TSX: MATR), today announced Mike Reeves, President & CEO and Tom Holloway, SVP Finance & CFO will present at the Southwest IDEAS Investor Conference on Wednesday November 20, 2024 at The Statler in Dallas, TX. Mattr’s presentation is scheduled to begin at 8:35am CT. The presentation is webcast and can be accessed through the conference host’s main website: https://www.threepartadvisors.com/southwest and in the investor relations section of the company’s website: http://www.mattr.com.

    About IDEAS Investor Conferences

    The mission of the IDEAS Conferences is to provide independent regional venues for quality companies to present their investment merits to an influential audience of investment professionals. Unlike traditional bank-sponsored events, IDEAS Investor Conferences are “SPONSORED BY INVESTORS. FOR INVESTORS.” and for the benefit of regional investment communities. Conference sponsors collectively have more than $200 billion in assets under management and include: 1102 Partners, Adirondack Research and Management, Allianz Global Investors: NFJ Investment Group, Ariel Investments, Aristotle Capital Boston, Ascend Wealth Advisors, Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss, BMO Global Asset Management, Constitution Research & Management, Inc., Diamond Hill, First Wilshire Securities Management, Inc., Granahan Investment Management, Great Lakes Advisors, Greenbrier Partners Capital Management, LLC, Hodges Capital Management, Ironwood Investment Management, Keeley Teton Advisors, Luther King Capital Management, Marble Harbor Investment Counsel, North Star Investment Management, Perritt Capital Management, Punch & Associates, Shepherd Kaplan Krochuk, Westwood Holdings Group, Inc., and William Harris Investors.

    The IDEAS Investor Conferences are held annually and are produced by Three Part Advisors, LLC. Additional information about the events can be located at www.IDEASconferences.com.

    If interested in participating or learning more about the IDEAS conferences, please contact Lacey Wesley at (817) 769 -2373 or lWesley@IDEASconferences.com.

    About Mattr

    Mattr is a growth-oriented, global materials technology company broadly serving critical infrastructure markets, including transportation, communication, water management, energy and electrification. The Company operates through a network of fixed manufacturing facilities. Its two business segments, Composite Technologies and Connection Technologies, enable responsible renewal and enhancement of critical infrastructure while lowering risk.

    For further information, please contact:

    Meghan MacEachern

    VP, External Communications & ESG

    Telephone: 437.341.1848

    Email: meghan.maceachern@mattr.com

    Website: www.mattr.com

    Source: Mattr Corp.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: RBI to conduct 14-day Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction under LAF on October 31, 2024

    Source: Reserve Bank of India

    On a review of the current and evolving liquidity conditions, it has been decided to conduct a Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction on October 31, 2024, Thursday, as under:

    Sl. No. Notified Amount
    (₹ crore)    		 Tenor
    (day)    		 Window Timing Date of Reversal
    1 1,75,000 14 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM November 14, 2024
    (Thursday)

    2. The operational guidelines for the auction as given in the Reserve Bank’s Press Release 2019-2020/1947 dated February 13, 2020 will remain the same.

    Ajit Prasad          
    Deputy General Manager
    (Communications)    

    Press Release: 2024-2025/1403

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Kevin Yeung begins Portugal visit

    Source: Hong Kong Information Services

    Secretary for Culture, Sports & Tourism Kevin Yeung made a presentation on a bid to host the 2026 Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC) General Assembly in Hong Kong at a meeting in Cascais, Portugal, yesterday.

    Also as part of his Portugal itinerary yesterday, Mr Yeung exchanged views with various members of the ANOC Executive Council, together with President of the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China (SF&OC) Timothy Fok in the morning.

    Mr Yeung made the presentation on the bid to host the 2026 ANOC General Assembly in Hong Kong while attending the ANOC Executive Council meeting alongside a delegation from the SF&OC in the afternoon.

    He illustrated that Hong Kong is the ideal place for hosting international events given its strengths and advantages.

    Mr Yeung highlighted that the city has a fair and mature legal system thanks to the successful implementation of the “one country, two systems” principle since the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, enabling the city to maintain its social stability.

    Apart from pointing out that Hong Kong is also an events capital of Asia and the world’s meeting place, he emphasised that as an international city, Hong Kong is widely connected with the rest of the world.

    Mr Yeung added that Hong Kong has been actively advancing the development of sports in the community, supporting elite sports, promoting Hong Kong as a centre for major international sports events, enhancing sports professionalism and developing sports as an industry.

    In recent years, Hong Kong athletes have achieved impressive results in major international games, Mr Yeung noted. He also shared with those at the meeting the imminent commissioning of the Kai Tak Sports Park in the first quarter of 2025, making it the largest sports infrastructure project in Hong Kong’s history.

    Additionally, Mr Yeung attended a reception hosted by the city of Cascais, during which he exchanged views with Sports & International Affairs City Councillor Francisco Kreye and other leading figures in the world of sports.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: 19th Eco Expo Asia opens today (with photos)

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    19th Eco Expo Asia opens today (with photos)
    19th Eco Expo Asia opens today (with photos)
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         The 19th Eco Expo Asia is being held at AsiaWorld-Expo from today (October 30) to November 2. The theme of the Expo this year is “Fostering Green Innovations for Carbon Neutrality”. About 190 officials from around 40 official delegations from various cities and provinces in Mainland China, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Belt and Road countries have been invited, bringing together international exhibitors, industry professionals to showcase cutting-edge green solutions, exchange views and share experiences.      Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Mr Tse Chin-wan, said, “Eco Expo Asia is a golden opportunity for us to discuss and advance our shared commitments to a sustainable future. Green innovation solutions are of paramount importance in our decarbonisation journey. During the Expo, we will see the latest innovations and technologies around the world in new energy, climate adaptation and other environmental areas.”      Mr Tse remarked that this year marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. The documentary series “Enchanting China” was produced by the Environment and Ecology Bureau (EEB) and the Environmental Protection Department, in collaboration with the Center for Environmental Education and Communications of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment. “Beautiful Hong Kong” was produced by the EEB. The two documetaries showcase the contributions and achievements made by the country and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government in environmental protection and nature conservation. An extract of “Enchanting China” and “Picturesque Bays of Hong Kong”, the first episode of “Beautiful Hong Kong”, was shown at the opening ceremony.      Mr Tse stressed that although Hong Kong’s carbon emissions peaked in 2014, and compared to the peak carbon emissions today have been reduced by about a quarter already, achieving carbon neutrality in Hong Kong by 2050 is still a significant challenge. The HKSAR Government is boosting the promotion of green low-carbon transformation and the development of new energy, new productive forces and green scientific research industries through multiple measures, leading Hong Kong towards carbon neutrality.      The Secretary of the Leading Party Members Group of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment of the People’s Republic of China, Mr Sun Jinlong, was invited to give a keynote speech at the opening ceremony. The Expo’s feature event, the Eco Asia Conference, is being held from today to November 1. In the Government Session, the Deputy Secretary General of the National Development and Reform Commission of the People’s Republic of China and the Director of the Department of National Economy, Mr Yuan Da, and the Director-General of the Department of Energy Conservation and Resources Comprehensive Utilization of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People’s Republic of China, Mr Wang Peng, introduced the latest environmental policies of the Mainland. In addition, the Vice Minister of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Mr Phouvong Luangxaysana; the General Manager of Saudi Arabia’s Corporate Communications and Media of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, Mr Saleh Abdulmohsen S Bindakhil; the Permanent Secretary of Myanmar’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation, Mr Hla Maung Thein; the Director of Brunei’s Department of Environment, Parks and Recreation of the Ministry of Development, Ms Hajah Martinah binti Haji Tamit; and the Deputy Director General of the Vietnam Institute of Meteorology, Hydrology and Climate Change, Dr Le Ngoc Cau, shared their countries’ latest environmental and conservation policies.      The Conference will once again feature the Hydrogen Economy Forum, allowing Hong Kong to capitalise on the environmental and economic opportunities brought by the global development of hydrogen energy, helping Hong Kong to achieve carbon neutrality, developing new quality productive forces, and maintaining international competitiveness.     The EEB continued to participate in the Expo this year by setting up four exhibition zones, namely: “Smart Technology”, “Energy-saving and Green Buildings”, “Community Waste Reduction”, and “Green Transportation”, highlighting the HKSAR Government’s various measures and achievements in decarbonisation. The “Smart Technology” zone introduces high-tech applications in daily environmental protection work, including artificial intelligence (AI) environmental air disturbance detection mechanical dogs, 5G mesh network sampling robot teams, AI coastal cleaning monitoring systems, and AI construction noise recognition systems; the “Energy-saving and Green Buildings” zone covers the sustainable development of an online platform for electromechanical innovation and regional cooling systems; the “Community Waste Reduction” zone introduces smart recycling; and the “Green Transportation” zone highlights Hong Kong’s latest development of hydrogen energy and displays the first hydrogen-powered street-washing vehicle in Hong Kong. To tie in with the “Strategy of Hydrogen Development in Hong Kong” announced by the EEB this year, visitors can try riding on the hydrogen fuel cell double-deckers on the second day (October 31) and the fourth day (November 2) of the Expo.      The Expo is jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, and co-organised by the EEB. In addition, 10 government bureaux/departments, namely the Architectural Services Department, the Civil Engineering and Development Department, the Drainage Services Department, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, the Fire Services Department, the Highways Department, the Hong Kong Observatory, the Housing Department, the Transport Department, and the Water Supplies Department are participating in the exhibition to introduce their initiatives in environmental protection and achieving carbon neutrality for Hong Kong.      Eco Expo Asia will open to the public for free on the last day of the event (November 2) to encourage citizens to participate in environmental protection and promote green living.      For details, please refer to the Eco Expo Asia’s website (www.hktdc.com/event/ecoexpoasia/en).

     
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  • MIL-OSI USA: Crude oil imports from Canada reached a record after pipeline expansion

    Source: US Energy Information Administration

    In-brief analysis

    October 30, 2024

    U.S. imports of crude oil from Canada reached a record of 4.3 million barrels per day (b/d) in July 2024 following the expansion of Canada’s Trans Mountain pipeline. July is the most recent month for which data are available in our Petroleum Supply Monthly (PSM).

    The Trans Mountain Expansion (TMX) tripled the line’s previous 300,000-b/d capacity when it began commercial operation in May 2024, bringing additional crude oil produced in the landlocked province of Alberta to Canada’s west coast, where it can be exported. Historically, most crude oil exports out of Alberta have made their way either to refiners in the U.S. Midwest via pipeline or to the U.S. Gulf Coast by rail shipments, where they are either consumed by refiners or loaded onto tankers for seaborne re-exports. TMX was added alongside the previous Trans Mountain pipeline to move larger volumes of crude oil to the coast of British Columbia to then be exported directly to Pacific Ocean buyers.

    Since TMX came online in May, early data indicate that refiners on the U.S. West Coast have been key buyers of the new export volumes. Between June and September, the U.S. West Coast accounted for just over half of all maritime crude oil exports out of Western Canada, with the rest going to destinations in Asia, according to data from Vortexa Analytics. The U.S. West Coast imported 498,000 b/d of crude oil in July 2024, according to our PSM, a record high for the region and an increase of 115% compared with July 2023.

    Data source: Vortexa Analytics

    The Western Canadian Select (WCS) crude oil spot price at Hardisty is used as a benchmark price to reflect regional crude oil production in Alberta. Historically, WCS spot prices are significantly discounted to other benchmarks because of WCS’s quality and the region’s landlocked geography, which limit its market. Unlike Brent (the global crude oil benchmark grade), WCS has a higher sulfur content and a lower API gravity, and additional costs are necessary to move WCS from its inland pricing location to a coastal seaborne export location.

    Data source: Bloomberg L.P.
    Note: Price premiums are calculated using the Dated Brent price minus the WCS spot market price at Hardisty.

    Since TMX came online in May, added takeaway capacity has had a mixed impact on WCS prices. In July 2024, the monthly average Brent price premium to WCS was $21 per barrel (b), $5/b higher than it was at the same time last year despite the additional capacity provided by TMX. The August price differential was between the five-year (2019–23) average and last year’s level. The September average price differential, however, was slightly below the five-year average level. As of October 29, the Brent price premium to WCS for October is narrower by $10/b compared with October 2023.

    The WCS price differential to Brent and other benchmarks often widens in the fall, when Midwestern refiners reduce runs to undergo maintenance, limiting the pool of buyers from Alberta’s primary customers. If the price differentials remain near current levels through the end of the year, it may suggest that the added TMX capacity has helped to insulate Canada’s crude oil producers from the operational decisions of refiners in the U.S. Midwest.

    Principal contributor: Kevin Hack

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis Strengthened in the Caribbean

    Source: International Atomic Energy Agency – IAEA

    During the training, experts from the IAEA, MD Anderson, PAHO and C/Can delivered lectures on breast anatomy, breast cancer epidemiology, risk factors, pathologies, clinical guidelines and image acquisition protocols for various clinical scenarios – with interactive hands-on image acquisition simulation and biopsy practice sessions. In underlining the importance of early detection, risk management, safety and image quality, they highlighted how essential a multidisciplinary approach is in treating cancer.

    Instructors delivered common and parallel programmes tailored to the specific training needs of two diagnostic imaging professional groups – technologists (radiographers and mammographers) and physicians (namely radiologists and those who are also involved in the interpretation of breast images such as gynaecologists, oncologists and surgeons) – from Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and Trinidad and Tobago, strengthening cancer screening and diagnosis for the Caribbean region’s 3.8 million women.

    Beyond providing financial support, the IAEA procured 52 breast mannequins on which participants could practice. For their part, MD Anderson and PAHO are providing participants with continued long distance teaching through their Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) telementoring partnership.

    The joint course, developed through collaboration between the IAEA and MD Anderson, enhanced regional capabilities to provide better support for breast cancer. MD Anderson is the latest IAEA Collaborating Centre in cancer care and first in North America.

    “This regional course – the first joint training under the IAEA’s recently expanded cooperation with MD Anderson –highlights the importance of collaboration in tackling cancer challenges across the globe,” said May Abdel-Wahab, Director of the IAEA’s Division of Human Health. “By working hand-in-hand with our partners to address specific needs, we can strengthen the cancer care capacities of IAEA Member States – enabling equitable care for all.”

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Harbour Grace — Charges anticipated against off-road vehicle operator who attempted to evade traffic stop

    Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

    Charges are pending against a 42-year-old operator of an off-road vehicle who attempted to evade Harbour Grace RCMP during a traffic stop in Harbour Grace on October 26, 2024.

    At approximately 11:30 p.m. on Saturday, police observed a side-by-side, with two occupants who were not wearing helmets, travelling at a high rate of speed on Harvey Street. The officer was unable to initiate a traffic stop and engaged another officer, who was also on Harvey Street, for assistance. In anticipation of the off-road vehicle approaching, the second officer positioned the police vehicle in the middle of the road and activated emergency lights. Upon approach of the police vehicle, the off-road vehicle operator attempted to evade the traffic stop by turning around in the roadway and subsequently crashed the side-by-side on the roadway.

    The passenger, a 48-year-old woman, was transported to Carbonear General Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The driver, who was without insurance or registration, was uninjured.

    The side by side was impounded as part of the investigation. Charges are anticipated. The investigation is continuing.

    RCMP NL continues to fulfill its mandate to protect public safety, enforce the law, and ensure the delivery of priority policing services in Newfoundland and Labrador.

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  • MIL-OSI: 94% of Canadians expect holiday spending to cause financial stress

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the holiday season approaches, a startling 94 per cent of Canadians say they expect it to cause financial stress, according to a new survey from CPA Canada and BDO Debt Solutions.

    Nearly 40 per cent (39%) of respondents reported they expect to feel more financially stressed this year, while 55 per cent said they anticipate the same amount as last year.

    Additionally, 56 per cent of respondents suggest they’ll rely on credit cards to cover their holiday expenses.

    Canadians are planning to spend eight per cent less this year on holiday gifts—an average of $595, down from $645 last year.

    “The notion that this should be a time of joy and generosity is sharply contrasted by the reality that many will start the new year in debt,” says Li Zhang, financial literacy leader at CPA Canada. “Given consumers are grappling with a consistently rising cost of living, it’s not surprising that the festive season has become a major source of anxiety.”

    “It’s concerning that more than half of Canadians are relying on credit cards for holiday expenses.” says Nancy Snedden, Licensed Insolvency Trustee and President at BDO Debt Solutions. “Using credit cards for holiday shopping may ease the immediate financial burden, but it can create a much bigger problem down the line if balances aren’t paid off quickly.”

    Other stand-out findings:

    • Generational stress: Stress peaks among younger generations—Millennials and Gen Z report feeling the highest levels of stress during the holiday season.
    • Expecting to overspend: While most respondents plan to maintain the same budget as last year, 18 per cent said they are likely to overspend.
    • Credit card crutch: Credit cards were tied with savings and regular income as the primary way Canadians planned to finance their holiday spending. Younger generations mostly feel the weight of this burden, with 59 per cent of respondents ages 18 to 34 relying on credit cards.
    • To travel or not to travel: 57 per cent of respondents are choosing not to travel this holiday season—with those who do plan to travel expecting to spend an average of 33 per cent more at $1,623 compared with $1,219 last year.
    • Not feeling philanthropic: Only 24 per cent of respondents intend to donate to charity this holiday season, reflecting a drop in generosity from last year’s 30 per cent.

    Survey methodology
    Survey methodology Leger conducted the 2024 Holiday Spending OMNIbus online survey from Sept. 27 to Sept.29, 2024, among 1,626 randomly selected Canadians aged 18 and over. For the full survey results including regional breakdowns or to schedule an interview, please contact media@cpacanada.ca.

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  • MIL-OSI: Deep Origin Launches First and Only Drug Discovery Assistant with Conversational AI Interface and Top Docking Technology

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Deep Origin, the company helping scientists solve diseases and extend healthspan by building tools that simplify R&D, today announced the launch of Balto, the first drug discovery assistant of its kind using proprietary, state-of-the-art molecular modeling tools. Developed by top AI engineers and computational chemists, its AI and physics-based docking and chemical property prediction models outperforms open source and other commercial tools by up to a 10x greater enrichment factor. Balto democratizes access to these models with a simple, conversational interface where users can load a protein structure, dock small molecules to it, analyze pose and docking score, and predict chemical properties. Unlike other chat solutions, Balto is aware of scientific context and concepts. Balto offers users a convenient way to gather information from multiple databases, and synthesize academic literature, simplifying the research process and increasing efficiency.

    Today, developing a single new drug is a complex process that can take 12–15 years and cost in excess of $1 billion, without the guarantee of commercial success. This is due in part to the cost of lab and clinical validations, and the challenge of integrating a wide breadth of scientific knowledge in different disciplines and skill sets, ranging from human physiology to chemical synthesis. While tools exist to help find and filter potential drugs, their use is primarily limited to computational chemists because of the steep learning curve. Balto makes these tools accessible to medicinal chemists, who outnumber computational chemists by 10 to 1. This reduces a key bottleneck in drug discovery, enabling far more researchers to simulate potential drugs before making and testing them.

    “Balto helps medicinal chemists and research teams expand their capabilities, spending less time searching for information and streamlining access to the state of the art simulation. The unique benefit of Balto is that it gathers data easily across the web databases and moves it into molecular simulations, producing results all within the same interface. We have already seen enthusiasm from research labs, biotech, and pharma teams around the world,” says Michael Antonov, CEO of Deep Origin. “We saw a great opportunity with Balto and our docking tools to make work easier for thousands of researchers. Balto is a significant step for the productivity of the drug discovery community and for us on our mission to model, organize, and accelerate biological R&D, enabling cures through deep understanding of science.”

    “The quality and accuracy of our molecular models sets us apart,” says Garyk Papoian, CSO. “Stories of failures from researchers using existing tools highlighted the need for something better. That’s why we built our own suite of molecular modeling tools, from pocket-finding to docking and chemical property predictions. I’m incredibly proud of our team, because we haven’t just produced one top-performing model for one problem in molecular modeling – we’ve produced top models for each step.”

    Balto is now accessible here. With Balto, users unlock:

    • The ability to explore world-best molecular modeling without any prior training – Balto allows scientists to dive into complex protein-small molecule simulations without needing extensive training or expertise in computational chemistry
    • The time-saving potential to load and interrogate molecular information from wide-ranging sources, including PDFs, in a simple conversational interface. Once the data is loaded, it can be fed directly to the simulation tools. Users can learn about molecular simulations as they interact with Balto – the user experience is seamless and requires no learning curve, similar to talking to a colleague
    • Greater enrichment factor compared to several other open-source and commercial tools, giving researchers better results in real-world use
    • Affordable pricing to democratize access for individual use – Balto Basic will be priced at $32/month

    About Deep Origin
    Deep Origin is the only biotech company that combines physics, AI, and computational infrastructure to enable faster and better drug discovery. Its mission is to help scientists solve diseases and extend healthspan by building tools that simplify R&D, simulate biology, and untangle the complexity of life. Its tools enable scientists to generate compounds quickly, predict their efficacy reliably, and manufacture them inexpensively. We foster collaboration by bringing together scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs to explore the unknown and decipher the mechanisms of life. Discover more at www.deeporigin.com.

    Media Contact
    Leisha Douglass
    deeporigin@karbocom.com

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  • MIL-OSI: NANO Nuclear Energy Closes Full Over-Allotment Option Raising Total Funds of Over $40 Million From Recent Underwritten Follow-On Offering

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York, N.Y., Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) (“NANO Nuclear”), a leading vertically integrated advanced nuclear technology company developing proprietary, portable, and clean energy solutions, today announced the October 29, 2024 closing of the sale of an additional 317,646 shares of its common stock at $17.00 per share pursuant to the full exercise of underwriter’s over-allotment option granted in connection with NANO Nuclear’s recent underwritten follow-on public offering which closed on October 25, 2024.

    The gross proceeds from this public offering, inclusive of the full over-allotment exercise, before deducting underwriting discounts and other offering expenses, were approximately $41.4 million, and net proceeds were approximately $37.7 million.

    “The investor demand for this follow-on offering was significant, and we are grateful for the full exercise of the underwriter’s over-allotment option,” said Jay Yu, Founder and Chairman of NANO Nuclear Energy. “With the support of our investors, we are building a dynamic, commercially focused nuclear energy company led by world-class nuclear engineers and scientists as well as esteemed national leaders in military and civilian energy policy, former nuclear regulatory licensing and government energy professionals, all with the goal of developing the best in class, smaller, cheaper and safer advanced portable nuclear microreactors and other nuclear energy technologies and services. We look forward to using these offering proceeds to innovate, grow and drive value for our shareholders and the nuclear energy sector.”

    The Benchmark Company, LLC acted as the sole book-running representative for the offering. Ellenoff Grossman & Schole LLP acted as counsel to NANO Nuclear. Lucosky Brookman LLP acted as counsel to The Benchmark Company. Withum Smith+Brown PC are NANO Nuclear’s registered independent auditors.

    Registration statements relating to this public offering were filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and declared. This registration statement can be obtained by visiting the SEC website at www.sec.gov. Please see such registration statement for additional information regarding NANO Nuclear.

    This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

    About NANO Nuclear Energy Inc.

    NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) is an advanced technology-driven nuclear energy company seeking to become a commercially focused, diversified, and vertically integrated company across four business lines: (i) cutting edge portable microreactor technology, (ii) nuclear fuel fabrication, (iii) nuclear fuel transportation and (iv) nuclear industry consulting services. NANO Nuclear believes it is the first portable nuclear microreactor company to be listed publicly in the U.S.

    Led by a world-class nuclear engineering team, NANO Nuclear’s products in technical development are “ZEUS”, a solid core battery reactor, and “ODIN”, a low-pressure coolant reactor, each representing advanced developments in clean energy solutions that are portable, on-demand capable, advanced nuclear microreactors.

    Advanced Fuel Transportation Inc. (AFT), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is led by former executives from the largest transportation company in the world aiming to build a North American transportation company that will provide commercial quantities of HALEU fuel to small modular reactors, microreactor companies, national laboratories, military, and DOE programs. Through NANO Nuclear, AFT is the exclusive licensee of a patented high-capacity HALEU fuel transportation basket developed by three major U.S. national nuclear laboratories and funded by the Department of Energy. Assuming development and commercialization, AFT is expected to form part of the only vertically integrated nuclear fuel business of its kind in North America.

    HALEU Energy Fuel Inc. (HEF), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is focusing on the future development of a domestic source for a High-Assay, Low-Enriched Uranium (HALEU) fuel fabrication pipeline for NANO Nuclear’s own microreactors as well as the broader advanced nuclear reactor industry.

    NANO Nuclear Space Inc. (NNS), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is exploring the potential commercial applications of NANO Nuclear’s developing micronuclear reactor technology in space. NNS is focusing on applications such as power systems for extraterrestrial projects and human sustaining environments, and potentially propulsion technology for long haul space missions. NNS’ initial focus will be on cis-lunar applications, referring to uses in the space region extending from Earth to the area surrounding the Moon’s surface.

    For further information, please contact:

    Email: IR@NANONuclearEnergy.com
    Business Tel: (212) 634-9206
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    Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking Statements

    This news release and statements of NANO Nuclear’s management in connection with this news release or related events contain or may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In this context, forward-looking statements mean statements (including statements related to the public offering and the proposed use of proceeds from such offering, as described herein) related to future events, which may impact our expected future business and financial performance, and often contain words such as “seek,” “expects”, “anticipates”, “intends”, “plans”, “believes”, “potential”, “will”, “should”, “could”, “would” or “may” and other words of similar meaning. These forward-looking statements are based on information available to us as of the date of this news release and represent management’s current views and assumptions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, events or results and involve significant known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which may be beyond our control. Readers are cautioned that actual results may differ materially and adversely from the results implied in forward-looking statements. For NANO Nuclear, particular risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in our forward-looking statements include but are not limited to the following: (i) risks related to our U.S. Department of Energy (“DOE”) or related state nuclear fuel licensing submissions, (ii) risks related the development of new or advanced technology, including difficulties with design and testing, cost overruns, regulatory delays and the development of competitive technology, (iii) our ability to obtain contracts and funding to be able to continue operations, (iv) risks related to uncertainty regarding our ability to technologically develop and commercially deploy a competitive advanced nuclear reactor or other technology in the timelines we anticipate, if ever, (v) risks related to the impact of government regulation and policies including by the DOE and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, including those associated with the recently enacted ADVANCE Act, and (vi) similar risks and uncertainties associated with the business of a start-up business operating a highly regulated industry. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this news release. These factors may not constitute all of the factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in any forward-looking statement, and the Company therefore encourages investors to review other factors that may affect future results in the Company’s filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov and at https://ir.nanonuclearenergy.com/financial-information/sec-filings. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this news release, and forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as a predictor of actual results. We do not undertake to update our forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this news release, except as required by law.

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  • MIL-OSI: Renault and Cerence Partner to Bring Generative AI to Reno, the Renault Connected Avatar

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    BURLINGTON, Mass., Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC), AI for a world in motion, today announced its expanded partnership with Renault to bring generative AI-powered capabilities and human-like interaction to the automaker’s next-generation, multi-modal in-car companion, Reno.

    Reno, the official Renault avatar, is an intelligent, helpful, and endearing in-car companion that brings customers a more intuitive and fun driving experience. Expanding on Renault and Cerence’s multi-year partnership to bring Reno to life with humanized, voice-powered interaction, Renault will now leverage generative AI-powered Cerence Chat Pro to advance Reno’s capabilities and bring Reno’s intelligence to an entirely new level. Cerence Chat Pro, a uniquely intelligent, automotive-grade large language model integration, will enable Renault customers to engage Reno in fun and conversational chit-chat, leveraging a multitude of sources, including ChatGPT, to provide accurate and relevant responses to nearly every query imaginable. The interaction with Reno will be even more enhanced by Cerence’s neural text-to-speech, which enables Reno to convey different emotions in its responses to drivers, including apprehensive, cheerful, empathetic, sad, and serious.  

    “Reno marks the next generation of the Renault in-car experience, offering intuitive and natural interaction that brings added value and enjoyment to our customers,” said Luc Julia, Chief Scientific Officer, Renault Group. “With Cerence Chat Pro, we’re leveraging the latest in generative AI but making it applicable to the driving experience, bringing a new level of intelligence and capability to Reno that will enhance learning to use an electric vehicle, as well as safety and comfort for the drivers and the passengers.”

    At the foundation of Reno’s new, generative AI-powered capabilities is a deeply integrated, voice-enabled experience based on Cerence Assistant. In addition to voice-powered control of key vehicle features and functions, Reno leverages car data and sensors to proactively suggest ways to enhance driving performance, like changing the driving mode to maximize range or turning on the windshield defroster in certain weather. Reno can also answer the most commonly asked questions about the car, delivering credible and accurate information direct from Renault sources, powered by Cerence Car Knowledge.

    “We’re proud to continue our long-term partnership with Renault to bring advanced capabilities to Reno as it transforms the in-car interaction experience for Renault customers,” said Christian Mentz, Chief Revenue Officer, Cerence. “As we look to the future of the in-car experience, Reno marks an important milestone in bringing more human-like interaction to the car – a fun, knowledgeable companion that delivers a host of expanded capabilities to support drivers’ every need.”

    Reno made its debut in Renault 5 E-Tech electric in September 2024 and will also be available in Renault 4 E-Tech electric in 2025 .

    To learn more about Cerence, visit www.cerence.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn.

    About Cerence Inc.
    Cerence (NASDAQ: CRNC) is the global industry leader in creating unique, moving experiences for the mobility world. As an innovation partner to the world’s leading automakers and mobility OEMs, it is helping advance the future of connected mobility through intuitive, AI-powered interaction between humans and their vehicles, connecting consumers’ digital lives to their daily journeys no matter where they are. Cerence’s track record is built on more than 20 years of knowledge and 500 million cars shipped with Cerence technology. Whether it’s connected cars, autonomous driving, e-vehicles, or two-wheelers, Cerence is mapping the road ahead. For more information, visit www.cerence.com.  

    About Renault
    Renault, a historic mobility brand and pioneer of electric vehicles in Europe, has always developed innovative vehicles. With the ‘Renaulution’ strategic plan, Renault has embarked on an ambitious, value-generating transformation, moving towards a more competitive, balanced and electrified range. Its ambition is to embody modernity and innovation in technology, energy and mobility services in the automotive industry and beyond.

    Contact Information

    Kate Hickman | Tel: 339-215-4583 | Email: kate.hickman@cerence.com

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  • MIL-OSI: American Rebel Light Beer Expands Distribution Network to the Commonwealth of Kentucky with Clark Distributing Company

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Nashville, TN, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AREB) (“American Rebel” or the “Company”), a designer, manufacturer, and marketer of branded safes, personal security and self-defense products and apparel, and American Rebel Beer (americanrebelbeer.com), entered an agreement in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with premier distributor Clark Distributing Company (ccclark.com) to distribute American Rebel Light Lager – America’s Patriotic Beer.

    “We are excited to enter the Kentucky market with Clark Distributing Company,” said Andy Ross, Chief Executive Officer of American Rebel. “Clark Distributing Company is an institution in the state of Kentucky and adding them to our distributor roster will make American Rebel Beer available in another key state within our targeted expansion across this patriotic, God-fearing country of ours.”

    Clark Distributing Company will begin distributing American Rebel Beer by the end of the year. Adding Clark will allow American Rebel to service retail and restaurant customers within Clark’s territory throughout Kentucky. American Rebel Beer recently introduced a 16oz “Tall Boy” can to its lineup joining the 12oz can.

    “Clark Distributing Company provides American Rebel Light Beer a premier partner that has been around for over 55 years. Clark will help us reach new customers and continue positioning our beer for additional growth,” added American Rebel Beverages, LLC President Todd Porter.

    Clark Distributing Company COO Dave Mansky commented on the new partnership, “We think that by leveraging our long history, deep relationships, and extensive infrastructure throughout the Commonwealth, we will be able to get American Rebel Light Beer to our over 5,000 customers who have been looking for a non-craft lager alternative.”

    American Rebel Light Beer is produced in partnership with AlcSource, the largest integrated provider of beverage development, sourcing, and production solutions in the U.S. American Rebel Light Beer is a Premium Light Lager and is America’s Patriotic, God-Fearing, Constitution-Loving, National Anthem-Singing, Stand Your Ground Beer.

    For an updated list of locations featuring American Rebel Light, visit americanrebelbeer.com.

    About American Rebel Holdings, Inc.

    American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AREB) operates primarily as a designer, manufacturer and marketer of branded safes, personal security and self-defense products, and American Rebel Beer (americanrebelbeer.com). The Company also designs and produces branded apparel and accessories. To learn more, visit americanrebel.com. For investor information, visit americanrebel.com/investor-relations.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. American Rebel Holdings, Inc., (NASDAQ: AREB; AREBW) (the “Company,” “American Rebel,” “we,” “our” or “us”) desires to take advantage of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and is including this cautionary statement in connection with this safe harbor legislation. The words “forecasts” “believe,” “may,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “should,” “plan,” “could,” “target,” “potential,” “is likely,” “expect” and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. We have based these forward-looking statements primarily on our current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that we believe may affect our financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, and financial needs. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements include continued increase in revenues, actual size of Clark Distributing Company, actual sales to be derived from Clark Distributing Company, implied or perceived benefits resulting from the Clark Distributing Company agreement, actual launch timing and availability of American Rebel Beer in additional markets, our ability to effectively execute our business plan, and the Risk Factors contained within our filings with the SEC, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022. Any forward-looking statement made by us herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

    Company Contact:
    info@americanrebel.com

    James “Todd” Porter
    American Rebel Beverages, LLC
    tporter@americanrebelbeer.com

    Investor Relations:
    Brian M. Prenoveau, CFA
    MZ Group – MZ North America
    areb@mzgroup.us
    561-489-5315

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  • MIL-OSI: IQST – iQSTEL to Present at the AI & Technology Virtual Investor Conference October 31st

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — iQSTEL Inc (OTCQX: IQST), based in Miami, Florida, focused on Telecommunications, Fintech, Cybersecurity and AI Services, today announced that Jose E. Puente, CEO of Reality Border (iQSTEL´s Subsidiary) and Leandro Jose Iglesias, CEO & President of iQSTEL, will present live at the AI & Technology Virtual Investor Conference hosted by VirtualInvestorConferences.com, on October 31st, 2024.

    DATE: October 31st
    TIME: 11:00 – 11:30 am ET
    LINK: https://bit.ly/3ASgcyv
    Available for 1×1 meetings: November 4th and 5th

    This will be a live, interactive online event where investors are invited to ask the company questions in real-time. If attendees are not able to join the event live on the day of the conference, an archived webcast will also be made available after the event.

    It is recommended that online investors pre-register and run the online system check to expedite participation and receive event updates.  

    Learn more about the event at www.virtualinvestorconferences.com.

    Recent iQSTEL Highlights

    1. Launch of High-Margin AIRWEB AI Solutions
      iQSTEL’s strategic focus on high-margin products, as shown by the launch of AIRWEB, is central to its growth plan. AIRWEB leverages the latest AI technology, positioning iQSTEL as a competitive player in the $741 billion global contact center market expected by 2030.
    2. Partnership Expansion with Cycurion
      iQSTEL has partnered with Cycurion to provide cybersecurity solutions, extending its high-tech, high-margin product offerings. This aligns with iQSTEL’s strategic growth in diversified technology sectors, including Fintech, AI, and cybersecurity.
    3. Engagement with ONAR for Branding Development
      iQSTEL has partnered with ONAR, a marketing agency, to enhance its branding and marketing presence. This collaboration strengthens iQSTEL’s positioning and brand awareness in high-tech and emerging markets, supporting the launch and visibility of innovations like AIRWEB.
    4. Global Presence and Market Reach
      iQSTEL continues to expand internationally, now operating in 20 countries. This global reach allows the company to deploy solutions like Cybersecurity and AIRWEB across diverse markets, leveraging its established customer base for broader engagement.
    5. $1 Billion Revenue Goal by 2027
      iQSTEL has set a goal to achieve $1 billion in revenue by 2027, and the launch of AIRWEB contributes to this vision by providing a scalable, AI-driven solution that enhances customer service while reducing costs, increasing profit potential in high-growth sectors.

    These highlights reflect iQSTEL’s dedication to innovation, international growth, financial stability, and strategic partnerships, reinforcing its mission to become a leader in telecommunications, AI, and high-margin technology products

    About Virtual Investor Conferences®
    Virtual Investor Conferences (VIC) is the leading proprietary investor conference series that provides an interactive forum for publicly traded companies to seamlessly present directly to investors.

    Providing a real-time investor engagement solution, VIC is specifically designed to offer companies more efficient investor access. Replicating the components of an on-site investor conference, VIC offers companies enhanced capabilities to connect with investors, schedule targeted one-on-one meetings and enhance their presentations with dynamic video content. Accelerating the next level of investor engagement, Virtual Investor Conferences delivers leading investor communications to a global network of retail and institutional investors.

    Virtual Investor Conferences
    John M. Viglotti
    SVP Corporate Services, Investor Access
    OTC Markets Group
    (212) 220-2221
    johnv@otcmarkets.com

    About Reality Border:

    Reality Border (www.realityborder.com), the AI-Services subsidiary of iQSTEL, Inc. (OTCQX: IQST), specializes in providing AI-driven customer engagement solutions that help businesses scale and personalize their customer interactions. With a focus on simplicity and powerful AI technology, Reality Border enables businesses to achieve growth and operational efficiency with minimal complexity.

    Company Website:

    www.realityborder.com

    Airweb Service Website:

    www.airweb.ai

    About iQSTEL (Updated Oct. 2024):

    iQSTEL Inc. (OTC-QX: IQST) (www.iQSTEL.com) is a US-based multinational publicly listed company in the final stages of the path to becoming listed on NASDAQ. With FY2023 revenues of $144 million and a forecasted $290 million in revenue, alongside positive operating income of seven digits for FY-2024, iQSTEL is positioning itself for explosive growth. iQSTEL’s mission is to serve basic human needs in today’s modern world by making essential tools accessible, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic status, or identity. The company recognizes that modern human needs such as physiological, safety, relationship, esteem, and self-actualization are marginalized without access to ubiquitous communications, financial freedom, clean, affordable mobility, and information.

    iQSTEL has been building a strong business platform with its customers, and by leveraging this trust, the company is now beginning to sell high-tech, high-margin products across its divisions. iQSTEL is strategically positioned to achieve $1 billion in revenue by 2027 through organic growth, acquisitions, and high-margin product expansion.

    • Telecommunications Services Division (Communications):
      Includes VoIP, SMS, International Fiber-Optic, Proprietary Internet of Things (IoT), and a Proprietary Mobile Portability Blockchain Platform.
    • Fintech Division (Financial Freedom):
      Provides remittance services, top-up services, a MasterCard Debit Card, US bank accounts (no SSN required), and a Mobile App.
    • Electric Vehicles (EV) Division (Mobility):
      Offers Electric Motorcycles and plans to launch a Mid-Speed Car.
    • Artificial Intelligence (AI) Services Division (Information and Content):
      Provides AI solutions for unified customer engagement across web and phone channels, along with a white-label platform offering seamless access to services, entertainment, and support in a virtual 3D interface.
    • Cybersecurity Services:
      Through a new partnership with Cycurion, iQSTEL will offer advanced cybersecurity solutions, including 24/7 monitoring, threat detection, incident response, vulnerability assessments, and compliance management, providing essential protection to telecommunications clients and beyond.

    iQSTEL has completed 11 acquisitions since June 2018 and continues to develop an active pipeline of potential future acquisitions, further expanding its suite of products and services both organically and through mergers and acquisitions.

    iQSTEL Inc.
    IR US Phone: 646-740-0907
    IR Email: investors@iqstel.com

    Contact Details
    iQSTEL Inc.
    +1 646-740-0907
    investors@iqstel.com

    Company Website
    www.iqstel.com

    Safe Harbor Statement: Statements in this news release may be “forward-looking statements”. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements that express our intentions, beliefs, expectations, strategies, predictions, or any other information relating to our future activities or other future events or conditions. These statements are based on current expectations, estimates, and projections about our business based partly on assumptions made by management. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may and are likely to differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in forward-looking statements due to numerous factors. Any forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this news release, and iQSTEL Inc. undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this news release. This press release does not constitute a public offer of any securities for sale. Any securities offered privately will not be or have not been registered under the Act and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration requirements.

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  • MIL-OSI: Two Six Technologies Captures Strategic Win with Award on $4 Billion DTRA Contract

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Two Six Technologies (“Two Six”), a high-growth, technology-focused provider of products and expertise to U.S. national security customers, has established its next level of growth and success through its award on a 10-year, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract from the Defense Threat Reduction Agency’s (DTRA) Research and Development Directorate with a maximum cumulative ceiling of $4 billion.

    “I could not be more proud of the Two Six team who won this next-tier contract award,” said Joe Logue, CEO of Two Six Technologies. “We went up against the large, legacy companies – all experts in their specific fields – and were selected for an award, which highlights our unique capabilities as a mission-driven company focused on rapid innovations, cutting-edge technologies, and solving complex national security challenges.”

    The contract was designed for performing research, development, test and evaluation, maintenance, support, systems engineering and/or sustainment to provide scientific and technological solutions to meet the Department of Defense’s priority Combating Weapons of Mass Destruction objectives. Work within the program is divided into three pools: (1) artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, and software development; (2) operations and countermeasures in a chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear environment; and (3) targeting, information operations, and irregular warfare.

    Two Six, among the youngest and smallest of the nine companies awarded slots on the contract, was selected based on the unique strategy it presented to DTRA, including its ability to adapt to client needs with proprietary products and expertise. The company expects to bid on specific task orders that fit within Two Six’s core expertise of innovative technology development, deep research and development capabilities, and agile project execution.

    “Being named to this contract is meaningful and important on so many levels,” said Greg Bitel, Vice President of Business Development. “First, it demonstrates that Two Six has created a new and disruptive approach to winning competitive awards against much larger and longer-established firms. Second, it’s a massive growth opportunity for our company – and one we intend to seize upon. And third, it’s a recognition of the very intentional and strategic ways in which Two Six has grown and matured our capabilities to be a leader in the industry.”

    Two Six Technologies was formed in February 2021, with the backing of global investment firm The Carlyle Group, as a new generation of technology company focused on U.S. Government customers. Over the past three years Two Six has accelerated its growth and strengthened its focus on five technical areas essential to national security missions: cyber, information operations, resilient communications, electronic systems, and zero trust solutions. The company’s driving force continues to be its two-part mission to deliver technological superiority for the nation and empower passionate people to succeed as a team.

    About Two Six Technologies
    Two Six Technologies is a high-growth technology company dedicated to providing innovative products and expertise for defense, intelligence, public safety, and national security customers. The company solves complex technical challenges in five focus areas that are key to missions on the modern battlefield: cyber, information operations, resilient communications, electronic systems, and zero trust solutions.

    The company offers a robust suite of sole source contract vehicles with more than $1.5 billion of combined contract ceiling; a family of operationally deployed products including IKE™, Pulse, TrustedKeep™, SIGMA™, and TrustMobile; and a global operational footprint that includes technical access in more than 100 countries coupled with native proficiency in more than 20 languages.

    Two Six supports national security customers across the Department of Defense, including U.S. Special Operations Command, U.S. Cyber Command and DARPA; Department of State; the Intelligence Community; and Civilian agencies.

    Two Six is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia and employs more than 870 professionals working in 37 states across the country.

    For more information, visit twosixtech.com and Two Six Technologies on LinkedIn.

    Media Contact
    David Leach
    Vice President of Corporate Development
    david.leach@twosixtech.com
    703-782-9473

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  • MIL-OSI: LaunchDarkly Launches Dedicated EU Region to Support EU Data Residency and Compliance Needs

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    OAKLAND, Calif., Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LaunchDarkly, the platform for high-velocity engineering teams to release, monitor, and optimize great software, today announced the launch of its dedicated EU region. This strategic expansion of the LaunchDarkly platform addresses the critical data residency needs of European organizations by securely storing critical data within the European Union.

    The launch of the EU region follows LaunchDarkly’s recent participation in the EU-US Data Privacy Framework, reinforcing the company’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of data privacy and security. As organizations across Europe grapple with increasing regulatory pressures, the dedicated EU region provides a vital solution, allowing businesses to focus on innovation while managing residency and compliance needs.

    “Europe is home to some of the most exciting software innovation, so it’s no surprise that we are seeing a surge in demand for feature management, AI application oversight, and experimentation,” said Dan Rogers, CEO of LaunchDarkly. “Our new EU region responds directly to these needs, addressing crucial data residency concerns while empowering engineering teams to push boundaries with confidence.”

    Key Features of the LaunchDarkly EU Region:

    • EU Data Residency: All end-user data will be stored within the EU, giving organizations greater control and security over their sensitive information.
    • Regulatory Compliance: Keeping data in the EU can address specific regulatory challenges that certain EU industries face.
    • Security and Privacy Assurance: The LaunchDarkly EU region is backed by rigorous security protocols, including certifications like SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001, ensuring the highest levels of data protection.

    The LaunchDarkly EU region, based in Frankfurt, Germany, is designed for optimal performance, reducing latency for EU-based traffic while ensuring robust disaster recovery processes, and will include a secondary AWS EU region in Paris for backups. This infrastructure not only supports compliance but also empowers organizations to innovate, without some of the burdens of regulatory or compliance uncertainty. This is particularly important for highly-regulated industries like financial services, energy, and healthcare.

    “Data residency has long been a significant hurdle for us when it comes to scaling beyond our homegrown solutions,” said Julien Femia, Director of Engineering at Alan. “We’re excited to partner with LaunchDarkly, as their new EU region allows us to confidently embrace feature management while adhering to our data compliance needs. This marks a key step forward in accelerating our product development and delivering even more innovative healthcare solutions to our users.”

    As data residency becomes an increasingly pressing concern for European organizations, the LaunchDarkly EU region represents a pivotal step in simplifying compliance and fostering trust in cloud operations. LaunchDarkly encourages EMEA sales representatives to proactively engage with prospects and existing clients to share this crucial development and its implications for their data residency and compliance strategies.

    For more information about the LaunchDarkly EU region, visit here.

    About LaunchDarkly

    LaunchDarkly is the leading release management platform that empowers engineering teams to deliver better software, faster and with less risk. With a comprehensive suite of capabilities, the LaunchDarkly platform facilitates real-time experimentation, AI-driven solutions, and progressive delivery, ensuring new features are rolled out smoothly and efficiently. Serving over 5,500 of the world’s most innovative enterprises, including a quarter of the Fortune 500, LaunchDarkly is trusted around the globe to deliver software with speed and safety, enhancing customer experiences across industry verticals. For more information, visit www.launchdarkly.com.

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  • MIL-OSI: Four in Five Recent Home Buyers May Look to Refinance in the Next 12 Months to Help Alleviate Strain on Personal Finances

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CHICAGO, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A new TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) survey found that many consumers feel their existing auto and new mortgage payments are putting a strain on their household finances, and the prospect of falling interest rates has them ready to consider refinancing those loans.

    The surveys of current auto loan customers and those consumers who have taken out a mortgage in the last 24 months were conducted between September 18 and September 27, 2024. They resulted in responses from 1,002 and 1,025 auto and mortgage loan customers, respectively.

    “We surveyed this specific group of recent borrowers to better understand the drivers of refinance for both mortgages and auto loans,” said Jason Laky, executive vice president and head of financial services at TransUnion. “Millions of people financed homes and autos during this period of high interest rates, and many will look to refinance as interest rates decline.”

    TransUnion’s survey found four in five recent home buyers say their mortgage payments are straining their finances and are looking to refinance their mortgage payments in the next 12 months.

    Many Recent Home Buyers Say Their Current Mortgage Payment is a Strain on Their Personal Finances

    Opinions/Generation All Consumers Gen Z Millennials Gen X Baby Boomers
    Strongly Agree or Agree 80.1% 79.7% 88.7% 75.3% 54.9%
    Neither Agree nor Disagree 8.0% 10.6% 4.6% 9.8% 12.1%
    Disagree or Strongly Disagree 11.9% 9.7% 6.7% 14.9% 33.0%


    Percent of Recent Home Buyers Who Anticipate Refinancing Their Mortgage     in the Next Twelve Months if Rates Fall

    Opinions/Generation All Consumers Gen Z Millennials Gen X Baby Boomers
    Very Likely or
    Likely    		 80.0% 77.0% 89.6% 78.5% 46.2%
    Neither Likely nor Unlikely 7.1% 10.2% 4.2% 7.3% 13.2%
    Unlikely or Very Unlikely 12.9% 12.8% 6.2% 14.2% 40.6%

    Source: TransUnion U.S. consumer survey

    When asked the biggest factor that would ultimately drive them to pull the trigger on a refinancing decision, 70% of these recent home buyers said that a more favorable loan term would be a key driver for them. However, a nearly identical percentage said that better interest rates (67%) and a cash-out refinance (61%) would also be significant drivers, reflecting broad economic interest.

    “For many of these recent home buyers, their mortgage payment is their largest single payment each month,” said Satyan Merchant, senior vice president and mortgage and auto business leader for TransUnion. “The upside is that it is a payment that can be refinanced if the economic climate allows for it, and as interest rates begin to fall, this group of consumers should begin exploring this option. Conversely, lenders should be actively marketing to these refinance candidates, regardless of what their primary motivation to refinance may be.”

    Similar Consumer Sentiments Found When Asked About Auto Loans

    The survey also examined consumer sentiment towards their existing auto loans, payments and interest rates along with future plans regarding refinancing. Results indicated that there was a similar eagerness to refinance when interest rates eventually fall, and a similar response among consumers when asked if they feel that their current auto loan payments represent a strain on their household finances.

    When asked the extent to which they agree that their current auto loan payment represented a strain on their personal finances, 65% of respondents indicated that they agree or strongly agree with this statement as opposed to 20% who disagree or strongly disagree. Nearly the same percentage of respondents, 63%, indicated that they were likely or very likely to refinance their existing auto loans if it could save them money on their monthly payments. 52% of respondents indicated they would consider refinancing if it would save them between $50 and $149 monthly.

    The research also explored the sentiment of consumers who have already refinanced despite the relatively high interest rates. Many of these borrowers derived lower payments through longer terms.

    From this standpoint, TransUnion data shows that credit unions continue to lead the way with 67% of the refinance share in 2023. Banks had the second largest share, at 20%. These figures have remained relatively stable in recent years and underscore consumers’ favorable perception of credit unions when they begin exploring refinancing opportunities.

    “Credit unions may be able to offer their members rates and service that larger more traditional banks cannot,” said Sean Flynn, senior director of community financial institutions at TransUnion. “Credit unions should lean into this fact and leverage available tools such as trended data and advanced analytics to seek out those consumers who may be able to refinance.”

    To learn more about how TruIQ™ by TransUnion helps lenders make better, data-driven decisions faster with advanced analytics consulting services and enabling technologies, click here. To learn how TruVision™ allows lenders to use trended data to more precisely balance risk and opportunity with risk management products that identify and manage best-fit customers across the account lifecycle, click here.

    To learn more about the analysis above, click here.

    About TransUnion (NYSE: TRU)

    TransUnion is a global information and insights company with over 13,000 associates operating in more than 30 countries. We make trust possible by ensuring each person is reliably represented in the marketplace. We do this with a Tru™ picture of each person: an actionable view of consumers, stewarded with care. Through our acquisitions and technology investments we have developed innovative solutions that extend beyond our strong foundation in core credit into areas such as marketing, fraud, risk and advanced analytics. As a result, consumers and businesses can transact with confidence and achieve great things. We call this Information for Good® — and it leads to economic opportunity, great experiences and personal empowerment for millions of people around the world.
    http://www.transunion.com/business

    Contact Dave Blumberg
      TransUnion
       
    E-mail david.blumberg@transunion.com
       
    Telephone 312-972-6646

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  • MIL-OSI: Boba Mint Holdings Announces Major Milestones for Blockchain Game Tanjea Amidst Surging User Growth

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Boba Mint Holdings Ltd. (CSE: TNJ) (“Boba Mint” or the “Company”) is excited to celebrate remarkable growth milestones for its flagship blockchain mobile game, Tanjea. Since the last user download update in May, game downloads have doubled, now surpassing 409,670 total downloads, with over 24,000 monthly active users on the Android platform alone.

    “I am impressed with the increase in game downloads—it’s a testament to the two engaging game modes we now have in the Tanjea ecosystem,” said CEO Rody Lazar. This impressive surge in user engagement underscores Boba Mint’s impact in the blockchain gaming industry and its commitment to redefining the mobile gaming experience.

    TNJ Token Update

    We anticipate that full withdrawal capabilities for our TNJ token will be available by the end of calendar year 2024, with plans for the token to trade on Uniswap in the future.

    About Boba Mint Holdings Ltd.

    Boba Mint Holdings Ltd. is focused on the development of blockchain mobile games that integrate ERC20 tokens and ERC721 NFTs. Its primary product is a mobile blockchain gaming ecosystem called Tanjea, where gamers collect NFT characters (primarily birds and wolves) in multiple mobile games and use them to earn $TNJ tokens.

    Boba Mint is a pioneering blockchain gaming company dedicated to creating immersive, decentralized gaming experiences. Boba Mint has become synonymous with innovation and excellence in the blockchain gaming industry.

    On Behalf of the Board of Directors,

    Boba Mint Holdings Ltd.

    “Rody Lazar” CEO

    For further information, please contact:

    Rody Lazar – CEO

    Phone: 1-800-556-1015

    Email: info@bobamint.com

    Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the CSE policies) accepts responsibility for this release’s adequacy or accuracy.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This news release contains statements that constitute “forward-looking statements”. Such forward looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause Boba’s actual results, performance or achievements, or developments in the industry to differ materially from the anticipated results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, but not always, identified by the words “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “believes,” “intends,” “estimates,” “projects,” “potential” and similar expressions, or that events or conditions “will,” “would,” “may,” “could” or “should” occur. Such statements include those relating to game development and the Company’s expectations and plans. Although Boba believes the forward-looking information contained in this news release is reasonable based on information available on the date hereof, by their nature, forward-looking statements involve assumptions, known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause our actual results, performance or achievements, or other future events, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.

    Examples of such assumptions, risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, assumptions, risks and uncertainties associated with general economic conditions; adverse industry events; future legislative and regulatory developments in the blockchain sector; the Company’s ability to access sufficient capital from internal and external sources, and/or inability to access sufficient capital on favorable terms; mobile video game industry and markets in Canada and generally; the ability of Boba to implement its business strategies; competition; and other assumptions, risks and uncertainties. The forward-looking information contained in this news release represents the expectations of the Company as of the date of this news release and, accordingly, is subject to change after such date. Readers should not place undue importance on forward-looking information and should not rely upon this information as of any other date. While the Company may elect to, it does not undertake to update this information at any particular time except as required in accordance with applicable laws. The foregoing statements expressly qualify any forward- looking information contained herein. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements are described under the caption “Risk Factors” in Boba’ Form 2A Listing Statement dated April 19, 2024 which is available on Boba’s profile at http://www.sedarplus.ca and on the CSE website at https://thecse.com/listings/boba-mint-holdings- ltd/.

    This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, and shall not constitute an offer, solicitation or sale in any state, province, territory or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state, province, territory or jurisdiction.
    We seek Safe Harbor.

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  • MIL-OSI: Bybit to Host Exclusive Forum: Bridging Islamic Finance and Cryptocurrency

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is excited to announce an exclusive forum dedicated to exploring the intersection of Islamic finance and cryptocurrency. This event will take place on November 18, 2024, at 6 PM Dubai at Bybit’s Dubai office.

    The educational forum will feature esteemed speakers, including Dr. Muhammad Yusuf Abu Jazr (Abu Ubaidah), PhD in Comparative Jurisprudence, former member of the Iftaa’ Council, and founding director of the Crypto Halal Office, Dr. Mohammad Mahdy, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Exaado and more. These renowned experts will share their insights on the principles of Islamic finance and the potential of cryptocurrency to align with Shariah principles.

    Bybit’s launch of its Islamic Account represents a significant development in the intersection of cryptocurrency and Islamic finance, effectively bridging innovation with adherence to Sharia principles. This initiative not only caters to the growing demand for Sharia-compliant trading options among Muslim investors but also aligns with the broader trends in the digital future of Islamic finance.

    The forum aims to educate and engage the community about Bybit’s Shariah-compliant trading products, highlighting the platform’s commitment to providing inclusive and ethical financial solutions.

    Key Highlights of the Forum:

    • In-depth discussion on the principles of Islamic finance and ethical investing
    • Presentation on Bybit’s Islamic Account, including its features, benefits, and unique selling points
    • Live product demonstration to showcase the user-friendly interface and seamless trading experience
    • Engaging Q&A session to address questions and concerns from attendees

    Bybit’s Islamic Account offers a comprehensive suite of Shariah-compliant trading products, providing Muslim traders with an inclusive platform to engage in the digital asset market. Developed in consultation with ZICO Shariah Advisory Services Sdn. Bhd. (ZICO Shariah) and CryptoHalal to ensure compliance with the Shariah principles, the account ensures that all products strictly adhere to Islamic finance principles.

    To RSVP, users can visit: https://lu.ma/fci5yk52

    #Bybit / #TheCryptoArk

    About Bybit

    Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving over 50 million users. Established in 2018, Bybit provides a professional platform where crypto investors and traders can find an ultra-fast matching engine, 24/7 customer service, and multilingual community support. Bybit is a proud partner of Formula One’s reigning Constructors’ and Drivers’ champions: the Oracle Red Bull Racing team.

    For more details about Bybit, users can visit Bybit Press. 

    For media inquiries, users can contact: media@bybit.com

    For more information, users can visit: https://www.bybit.com

    For updates, users can follow: Bybit’s Communities and Social Media

    Contact
    Head of PR
    Tony Au
    Bybit
    tony.au@bybit.com

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: “Entrepreneurial Holidays at the State University of Management” will be held for schoolchildren

    Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

    Source: State University of Management – Official website of the State –

    On October 28, the Career Guidance Center launched the project “Entrepreneurial Holidays at the State University of Management”.

    The opening of the event was attended by Nikolai Mikhailov, Advisor to the Rectorate of the State University of Management, Elena Likhatskikh, Director of the Center for Career Guidance, and Andrei Kolchin, Head of the Career Guidance Department.

    During the first days of the holidays from October 28 to 30, more than 200 10th grade students from Moscow schools visited the State University of Management.

    The children learned about the basics of entrepreneurship and project activities, became familiar with modern marketing tools, learned how to create a successful business and tested their strength in the game “The World of Digital Money”.

    For two years, the State University of Management has been working with partner schools that have opened entrepreneurship classes. This academic year, there are eleven such schools.

    The work is being carried out within the framework of a grant from the Department of Education and Science of the City of Moscow.

    Subscribe to the TG channel “Our GUU” Date of publication: 10/30/2024

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Int’l skydiving festival kicks off in Egypt

    Source: China State Council Information Office 3

    The seventh edition of Egypt’s “Jump Like a Pharaoh” air sports festival kicked off on Tuesday, with about 200 skydivers from different countries participating in the three-day event.

    The festival began as 100 skydivers jumped from C-130 aircraft provided by the Egyptian Armed Forces. They fashionably landed at the foot of the Pyramid of Khafre in Giza, near the capital Cairo.

    “This edition witnessed the participation of many professional skydivers from around the world to enjoy the experience of flying over the pyramids,” said Youssef Medhat, a media officer with the organizer Skydive Egypt company.

    He added that one of the event’s main objectives is to boost Egyptian tourism, in addition to promoting the sport of skydiving.

    “The festival has already succeeded in promoting skydiving in Egypt, and we see this through the increasing number of Egyptians who wish to either participate in the festival or learn this wonderful sport,” Medhat said.

    Chris Whitley, a professional skydiver from the United States, flew all the way from Virginia to Cairo to participate in the festival.

    “This is my fifth time to jump over the pyramids … the experience is amazing,” Whitley said. 

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