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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Moldovan authorities strengthen skills in handling severe airport incidents through OSCE and AIRPOL table-top exercise

    Source: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe – OSCE

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  • MIL-OSI: Caro Holdings Launches AI Chat Agent Platform to Revolutionize Customer Service and Boost Business Efficiency

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SHEFFIELD, United Kingdom, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Caro Holdings announces the release of its new AI Chat Agent platform – an intelligent, always-on assistant team built to help businesses save time, cut costs, and deliver top-tier customer service without hiring additional staff.

    Caro’s smart agents handle tasks that typically consume team resources, including:

    • Instant Support – answering FAQs like return policies or product details
    • Appointment Scheduling – enabling bookings through chat
    • Order Tracking – real-time delivery updates
    • Lead Qualification – asking smart questions to identify buyers
    • Feedback Collection – gathering reviews and insights

    Designed to improve conversion rates and streamline onboarding, the platform enhances customer care with intelligent automation.

    “In a world where speed and availability are everything, AI chatbots have become essential,” said Meriesha Rennalls, President of Caro Holdings. “We’ve designed a lineup of specialised AI agents that help businesses do more with less – while keeping their customers happy and engaged.”

    Caro’s offering is built on a strong foundation in enterprise-grade telephony and call centre expertise. Having delivered robust VoIP and virtual support solutions to UK businesses for years, Caro now introduces a new generation of AI agents – combining the depth of human call centre experience with conversational AI. With Meriesha Rennalls’ decades of leadership in telephony and customer engagement, Caro is positioned to transform how businesses connect, interact, and scale – blending human insight with smart automation.

    The launch supports Caro’s broader strategy to support efficient growth for small businesses and platform operators.

    Industry research shows that companies earning between $1–10 million annually can save an estimated $70,000 to $150,000 by using AI chat tools. Broader data supports this, with AI-powered agents reducing customer service costs by up to 30% across businesses of all sizes.

    Caro’s AI chatbots are transforming operations across:

    • Retail & E-commerce
    • Hospitality & Travel
    • Education & Member-Based Associations

    The tools are currently in use across select client projects, with ongoing feature development underway. Caro invites strategic partners and collaborators to co-create solutions that enhance engagement and operations – without adding headcount.

    About Caro Holdings Inc.
    Caro Holdings is dedicated to accelerating the growth of brands through digital innovation and AI-powered solutions. Its comprehensive suite of services includes e-commerce strategy, digital marketing, AI voice technology, and growth capital. Discover more at www.caroholdings.com.

    Caro Holdings Inc.
    +1 786-755-3210
    ir@caroholdings.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Charli Capital Acclaimed in the 2025 WPC 5-Star WealthTech Providers

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Charli Capital, a leader in AI-powered market intelligence, today announced its recognition as a 5-Star WealthTech Provider by Wealth Professional Canada—a prestigious honor that highlights the most innovative and impactful firms shaping the future of the wealth industry. Wealth Professional Canada conducted a far-reaching analysis of the wealth industry, recognized Charli Capital as one of the standout performers, and celebrated their exemplary professional abilities and expertise.

    Following an in-depth analysis of the sector, Wealth Professional Canada named Charli Capital as a winner, citing its trailblazing technology and tangible results for wealth management professionals.

    Chris Sweeney, Managing Editor for Special Reports at Wealth Professional, shared his insights on the selection process, stating, “The standard of innovation and solutions across the nominees was thoroughly impressive. Charli Capital stood out for their ability to solve problems for wealth management professionals, by delivering a product that is unique and also a proven success.”  

    Wealth Professional Canada’s 30+ strong Intelligence Unit compiled the final winners list after the completion of a rigorous process, canvassing the opinions of objective industry experts and collating leading-edge research. The prestigious list of honourees was then matched with the 5-Star WealthTech Providers’ precise criteria.

    Charli Capital receives this honor with pleasure and is delighted to be included among the wealth management industry’s top performers.

    “Charli AI provides in-depth automated analysis for both public and private companies, driving 80% + productivity gains and enabling customers to grow their business by handling a greater number of clients, client portfolios, and assets under management.”, said Kevin Collins, Chief Executive Officer.

    This award is a true testament to the professionalism and commitment Charli Capital brings to the industry and showcases their desire to maintain their first-rate standards.

    About Charli Capital
    Charli Capital is redefining the future of private investing with a first-of-its-kind dual-sided network—powered by Charli’s multidimensional AI. Our platform empowers investors to uncover hidden opportunities, access high-quality deal flow, and engage in a new era of data-driven, intelligent capital allocation. Charli Capital is where next-generation investment decisions begin.

    About 2025 WPC 5-Star WealthTech Providers:
    Wealth Professional invited technology service providers from around Canada to submit nominations, detailing the problems or pain points their offering is designed to solve or relieve for wealth management professionals and how their solution differs from those offered by competitors. The WP team objectively assessed each entry for detailed information, true innovation, and proven success – along with benchmarking against the other entries – to determine the 5-Star Wealth Tech Providers. 

    Media Contact:
    Fatema Bhabrawala 
    Director of Media Relations
    fbhabrawala@allianceadvisors.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Fortinet Achieves GovRAMP Security Authorization

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

    News Summary

    Fortinet®, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, today announced that FortiGuard AI-Powered Security Services and FortiCare Services have received GovRAMP, previously known as StateRAMP, authorization at a moderate impact level from the Government Risk and Authorization Management Program (GovRAMP®).

    “Fortinet’s GovRAMP authorization underscores our commitment to delivering trusted security solutions for state and local government agencies, educational institutions, and other public sector partners,” said John Whittle, Chief Operating Officer at Fortinet. “With Fortinet, state and local government institutions have access to robust threat intelligence and security support, facilitating the effective detection and mitigation of risks, and faster incident response.”

    GovRAMP standardizes cybersecurity technology delivery for state and local organizations, and provides accreditation to vendors that meet the collective security requirements of such entities. Fortinet’s designation as a GovRAMP-authorized vendor provides public sector organizations with the comprehensive threat intelligence and analysis required to proactively address security gaps and vulnerabilities.

    “We congratulate Fortinet on achieving GovRAMP Authorization at the Moderate Impact Level for its FortiCare and FortiGuard services,” said Leah McGrath, Executive Director, GovRAMP. “This milestone reflects Fortinet’s continued leadership and commitment to meeting the high security and transparency standards required to serve the public sector. GovRAMP is proud to support providers who prioritize risk reduction, continuous monitoring, and cybersecurity resilience across government.”

    FortiGuard AI-Powered Security Services, natively integrated into the Fortinet Security Fabric, delivers comprehensive, actionable threat intelligence enabling teams to detect and counter evasive and never-seen-before threats. FortiGuard services, which are continuously updated with the latest intelligence data and telemetry from Fortinet’s broad sensor base and research discoveries, ensure heightened efficacy against complex cyberthreats.

    The GovRAMP authorization of FortiCare Services also helps government organizations with the deployment and sustainment of their security operations. Agencies often lack the in-house expertise and resources to support security initiatives, FortiCare Support Services provides users with global technical support 24×7 and access to over 1,900 experts to ensure efficient operation and maintenance of Fortinet capabilities.

    GovRAMP validation requirements for vendors are built on the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-53 Rev. 4 framework, modeled in part after FedRAMP. To obtain GovRAMP authorization at a moderate impact level, Fortinet fulfilled the security requirements outlined in this framework, and completed a successful independent audit conducted by a third-party assessing organization (3PAO).

    Fortinet has a long history of leadership within the public sector security community. The company works closely with government agencies to define security requirements and deliver leading solutions to serve its departments and organizations. To further build on these efforts, Fortinet intends to also pursue Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) certification as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to meet the rigorous security standards required to serve government entities.

    Additional Resources

    About Fortinet (www.fortinet.com)
    Fortinet (Nasdaq: FTNT) is a driving force in the evolution of cybersecurity and the convergence of networking and security. Our mission is to secure people, devices, and data everywhere, and today we deliver cybersecurity everywhere our customers need it with the largest integrated portfolio of over 50 enterprise-grade products. Well over half a million customers trust Fortinet’s solutions, which are among the most deployed, most patented, and most validated in the industry. The Fortinet Training Institute, one of the largest and broadest training programs in the industry, is dedicated to making cybersecurity training and new career opportunities available to everyone. Collaboration with esteemed organizations from both the public and private sectors, including Computer Emergency Response Teams (“CERTS”), government entities, and academia, is a fundamental aspect of Fortinet’s commitment to enhance cyber resilience globally. FortiGuard Labs, Fortinet’s elite threat intelligence and research organization, develops and utilizes leading-edge machine learning and AI technologies to provide customers with timely and consistently top-rated protection and actionable threat intelligence. Learn more at https://www.fortinet.com, the Fortinet Blog, and FortiGuard Labs.

    Copyright © 2025 Fortinet, Inc. All rights reserved. The symbols ® and ™ denote respectively federally registered trademarks and common law trademarks of Fortinet, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates. Fortinet’s trademarks include, but are not limited to, the following: Fortinet, the Fortinet logo, FortiGate, FortiOS, FortiGuard, FortiCare, FortiAnalyzer, FortiManager, FortiASIC, FortiClient, FortiCloud, FortiMail, FortiSandbox, FortiADC, FortiAgent, FortiAI, FortiAIOps, FortiAgent, FortiAntenna, FortiAP, FortiAPCam, FortiAuthenticator, FortiCache, FortiCall, FortiCam, FortiCamera, FortiCarrier, FortiCASB, FortiCentral, FortiCNP, FortiConnect, FortiController, FortiConverter, FortiCSPM, FortiCWP, FortiDAST, FortiDB, FortiDDoS, FortiDeceptor, FortiDeploy, FortiDevSec, FortiDLP, FortiEdge, FortiEDR, FortiEndpoint FortiExplorer, FortiExtender, FortiFirewall, FortiFlex FortiFone, FortiGSLB, FortiGuest, FortiHypervisor, FortiInsight, FortiIsolator, FortiLAN, FortiLink, FortiMonitor, FortiNAC, FortiNDR, FortiPAM, FortiPenTest, FortiPhish, FortiPoint, FortiPolicy, FortiPortal, FortiPresence, FortiProxy, FortiRecon, FortiRecorder, FortiSASE, FortiScanner, FortiSDNConnector, FortiSEC, FortiSIEM, FortiSMS, FortiSOAR, FortiSRA, FortiStack, FortiSwitch, FortiTester, FortiToken, FortiTrust, FortiVoice, FortiWAN, FortiWeb, FortiWiFi, FortiWLC, FortiWLM, FortiXDR and Lacework FortiCNAPP. Other trademarks belong to their respective owners. Fortinet has not independently verified statements or certifications herein attributed to third parties and Fortinet does not independently endorse such statements. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein, nothing herein constitutes a warranty, guarantee, contract, binding specification or other binding commitment by Fortinet or any indication of intent related to a binding commitment, and performance and other specification information herein may be unique to certain environments.

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  • MIL-OSI Global: From help to harm: How the government is quietly repurposing everyone’s data for surveillance

    Source: The Conversation – USA – By Nicole M. Bennett, Ph.D. Candidate in Geography and Assistant Director at the Center for Refugee Studies, Indiana University

    DOGE has been key to attempts to consolidate Americans’ personal data for the government. Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images

    A whistleblower at the National Labor Relations Board reported an unusual spike in potentially sensitive data flowing out of the agency’s network in early March 2025 when staffers from the Department of Government Efficiency, which goes by DOGE, were granted access to the agency’s databases. On April 7, the Department of Homeland Security gained access to Internal Revenue Service tax data.

    These seemingly unrelated events are examples of recent developments in the transformation of the structure and purpose of federal government data repositories. I am a researcher who studies the intersection of migration, data governance and digital technologies. I’m tracking how data that people provide to U.S. government agencies for public services such as tax filing, health care enrollment, unemployment assistance and education support is increasingly being redirected toward surveillance and law enforcement.

    Originally collected to facilitate health care, eligibility for services and the administration of public services, this information is now shared across government agencies and with private companies, reshaping the infrastructure of public services into a mechanism of control. Once confined to separate bureaucracies, data now flows freely through a network of interagency agreements, outsourcing contracts and commercial partnerships built up in recent decades.

    These data-sharing arrangements often take place outside public scrutiny, driven by national security justifications, fraud prevention initiatives and digital modernization efforts. The result is that the structure of government is quietly transforming into an integrated surveillance apparatus, capable of monitoring, predicting and flagging behavior at an unprecedented scale.

    Executive orders signed by President Donald Trump aim to remove remaining institutional and legal barriers to completing this massive surveillance system.

    DOGE and the private sector

    Central to this transformation is DOGE, which is tasked via an executive order to “promote inter-operability between agency networks and systems, ensure data integrity, and facilitate responsible data collection and synchronization.” An additional executive order calls for the federal government to eliminate its information silos.

    By building interoperable systems, DOGE can enable real-time, cross-agency access to sensitive information and create a centralized database on people within the U.S. These developments are framed as administrative streamlining but lay the groundwork for mass surveillance.

    Key to this data repurposing are public-private partnerships. The DHS and other agencies have turned to third-party contractors and data brokers to bypass direct restrictions. These intermediaries also consolidate data from social media, utility companies, supermarkets and many other sources, enabling enforcement agencies to construct detailed digital profiles of people without explicit consent or judicial oversight.

    Palantir, a private data firm and prominent federal contractor, supplies investigative platforms to agencies such as Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the Department of Defense, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Internal Revenue Service. These platforms aggregate data from various sources – driver’s license photos, social services, financial information, educational data – and present it in centralized dashboards designed for predictive policing and algorithmic profiling. These tools extend government reach in ways that challenge existing norms of privacy and consent.

    The role of AI

    Artificial intelligence has further accelerated this shift.

    Predictive algorithms now scan vast amounts of data to generate risk scores, detect anomalies and flag potential threats.

    These systems ingest data from school enrollment records, housing applications, utility usage and even social media, all made available through contracts with data brokers and tech companies. Because these systems rely on machine learning, their inner workings are often proprietary, unexplainable and beyond meaningful public accountability.

    Data privacy researcher Justin Sherman explains the astonishing amount of information data brokers have about you.

    Sometimes the results are inaccurate, generated by AI hallucinations – responses AI systems produce that sound convincing but are incorrect, made up or irrelevant. Minor data discrepancies can lead to major consequences: job loss, denial of benefits and wrongful targeting in law enforcement operations. Once flagged, individuals rarely have a clear pathway to contest the system’s conclusions.

    Digital profiling

    Participation in civic life, applying for a loan, seeking disaster relief and requesting student aid now contribute to a person’s digital footprint. Government entities could later interpret that data in ways that allow them to deny access to assistance. Data collected under the banner of care could be mined for evidence to justify placing someone under surveillance. And with growing dependence on private contractors, the boundaries between public governance and corporate surveillance continue to erode.

    Artificial intelligence, facial recognition systems and predictive profiling systems lack oversight. They also disproportionately affect low-income individuals, immigrants and people of color, who are more frequently flagged as risks.

    Initially built for benefits verification or crisis response, these data systems now feed into broader surveillance networks. The implications are profound. What began as a system targeting noncitizens and fraud suspects could easily be generalized to everyone in the country.

    Eyes on everyone

    This is not merely a question of data privacy. It is a broader transformation in the logic of governance. Systems once designed for administration have become tools for tracking and predicting people’s behavior. In this new paradigm, oversight is sparse and accountability is minimal.

    AI allows for the interpretation of behavioral patterns at scale without direct interrogation or verification. Inferences replace facts. Correlations replace testimony.

    The risk extends to everyone. While these technologies are often first deployed at the margins of society – against migrants, welfare recipients or those deemed “high risk” – there’s little to limit their scope. As the infrastructure expands, so does its reach into the lives of all citizens.

    With every form submitted, interaction logged and device used, a digital profile deepens, often out of sight. The infrastructure for pervasive surveillance is in place. What remains uncertain is how far it will be allowed to go.

    Nicole Bennett is affiliated with Indiana University’s Center for Refugee Studies and the Indiana University Refugee Task Force.

    – ref. From help to harm: How the government is quietly repurposing everyone’s data for surveillance – https://theconversation.com/from-help-to-harm-how-the-government-is-quietly-repurposing-everyones-data-for-surveillance-254690

    MIL OSI – Global Reports –

  • MIL-OSI Africa: 2025 Africa’s Travel Indaba a one-stop marketplace

    Source: South Africa News Agency

    The 2025 Africa’s Travel Indaba is not just a trade show. It is a platform to reshape narratives, forge powerful connections and unlock shared value across the continent, says Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille.

    The highly anticipated 2025 Africa’s Travel Indaba was officially launched today at the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, under the theme: “Unlimited Africa”. 

    The event was led by the Minister, senior representatives from the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government and Tourism Authority, South African Tourism and the greater tourism sector – underscoring the strategic importance of tourism as a catalyst for inclusive growth.

    Africa’s Travel Indaba serves as a one-stop marketplace for discovering and sourcing a diverse range of African tourism products and experiences. 

    With over 297 unique offerings, 1 200 exhibitors from across 26 African countries and 908 vetted international buyers representing 55 global markets, the event provides tailored networking opportunities and pre-scheduled business to business meetings – already totalling 7 430 confirmed engagements. 

    Buyers gain unmatched access to curated, diverse, authentic, and emerging travel products for their customers.

    The department said exhibitors benefit from premium exposure to global tourism decision-makers. 

    With a completely sold-out exhibition floor, the event presents a high Return on Investment (ROI) environment for launching new products, forming strategic partnerships and entering new markets. 

    In 2024, over 24 000 business meetings took place at Africa’s Travel Indaba, helping transform ideas into deals and exposure into revenue. The platform also empowers SMMEs through mentorship, visibility and access to global buyers.

    The department unpacked some of the economic impact of the event:

     • R226 million in direct economic activity generated in Durban in 2024, with an additional R333 million across the KwaZulu-Natal province.

    • More than 1 000 jobs created through the event.

    • Empowered 120 tourism SMMEs to engage global buyers and media made possible through funding from the Department of Tourism’s Market Access Support Programme. 

    “We are even more excited about this year’s Africa’s Travel Indaba as it comes soon after we launched our new Global Campaign ‘South Africa Awaits – Come Find Your Joy!’ – a celebration of the country’s boundless energy, rich culture and extraordinary experiences,” said de Lille.

    “Our mission is to ensure that all visitors come find their joy across the length and breadth of South Africa and discover all our diverse tourism offerings and our hidden gems in every little town, dorpie and township.” 

    Sibusiso Ndebele, representing KZN Tourism and Film Authority, said this prestigious tourism exhibition is the perfect platform to showcase the destination’s offerings to the thousands of tourism buyers coming from all over the world who will be looking for exciting tourism destinations to sell and package to their customers. 

    “ATI also benefits our emerging tourism entrepreneurs who will have an opportunity to make valuable connections with the global trade that can to propel their tourism businesses to greater heights. 

    “Over the years, we have also spearheaded our Tourism Ambassador programme that gives tourism students opportunities to be on the frontline of tourism and play a pivotal role in welcoming our guests to KZN. We remain hopeful to host the event for the next few decades and make KwaZulu-Natal Africa’s Travel Indaba’s permanent home,” said Ndebele.

    Nkosenhle Madlala, Chairperson of Governance and Human Capital in the eThekwini Metro, said: “As we embark on our preparations for Africa’s Travel Indaba, we are not only celebrating our vibrant culture and stunning landscapes but also reaffirming our unwavering spirit and resilience. Durban stands ready to showcase our hospitality and commitment to excellence in the global tourism sector.”

    Some of the key highlights to look forward to at this year’s Africa’s Travel Indaba are as follows:

    • Business Opportunity Networking Day: Where ideas meet opportunity and emerging trends take shape.

    • AI and tech-focused sessions: Exploring how technology can enhance the tourism customer journey.

    • Cross-border Tourism Collaboration Forums: Supporting regional growth through collective marketing and shared offerings.

    • 12 Independent Airlines and an Airline Pavilion: Boosting air access and route development across Africa.

     With the G20 Summit being hosted in South Africa, on African soil for the first time this year, Africa’s Travel Indaba also sets the stage for positioning the continent as a leading player in global tourism dialogue and as a leader in hosting major events and conferences. 

    “Tourism is not a side act in our economic story – it is centre stage. We invite all delegates to come experience the might of the African continent’s tourism sector while enjoying South Africa’s hospitality in the province of Kwa Zulu-Natal. South Africa awaits – Come find your joy,” said de Lille. – SAnews.gov.za

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  • MIL-OSI: Kommuniké från årsstämma i Serstech AB (publ)

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Idag, onsdagen den 23 april 2025, hölls årsstämma i Serstech AB (publ). Följande huvudsakliga beslut fattades.

    Stämman beslutade att fastställa resultat- och balansräkningen samt koncernresultat- och koncernbalansräkningen.

    Stämman beslutade i enlighet med styrelsens och den verkställande direktörens förslag att ingen utdelning skulle lämnas.

    Stämman beviljade ansvarsfrihet för styrelsens ledamöter och verkställande direktören för räkenskapsåret 2024.

    Stämman beslutade att styrelsen ska bestå av sex styrelseledamöter utan suppleanter.

    Val och arvodering av styrelse och revisor

    Stämman beslutade att omvälja Thomas Pileby, Sverker Göranson, Märta Lewander Xu, Arve Nilsson och Christer Kjellkvist, samt att välja Emelie Agnedal, till styrelseledamöter för tiden intill slutet av nästa årsstämma. Thomas Pileby omvaldes till styrelseordförande.

    Stämman beslutade att arvode till styrelseledamöterna ska utgå med totalt 1.117.200 kronor, att fördelas med 4 prisbasbelopp till styrelseordföranden och 3 prisbasbelopp vardera till övriga ledamöter. Ett prisbasbelopp för 2025 motsvarar 58.800 kronor.

    Stämman beslutade vidare att omvälja Öhrlings PricewaterhouseCoopers AB till bolagets revisor, med huvudansvarig revisor Cecilia Andrén Dorselius, för tiden intill slutet av nästa årsstämma. Stämman beslutade att revisorsarvode ska utgå enligt godkänd räkning inom ramen för offert.

    Införande av nytt långsiktigt incitamentsprogram

    Stämman beslutade i enlighet med styrelsens förslag att ge ut högst 3.000.000 teckningsoptioner, varigenom bolagets aktiekapital kan öka med högst cirka 87.083 kronor, inom ramen för ett nytt långsiktigt incitamentsprogram. Rätt att teckna teckningsoptionerna ska tillkomma bolagets helägda dotterbolag Serstech Förvaltning AB, för vidareöverlåtelse till anställda i koncernen. Varje teckningsoption medför en rätt att teckna en ny aktie i bolaget under perioden 1 – 10 juni 2028 till en teckningskurs som ska fastställas till 160% av den volymvägda genomsnittliga betalkursen för aktier i Serstech AB på Nasdaq First North Growth Market under tiden från och med den 2 maj 2025 till och med den 15 maj 2025.

    För mer information:

    Stefan Sandor, VD Serstech AB
    Telefon: 0739-60 60 67
    E-post: ss@serstech.com

    eller

    Thomas Pileby, Styrelseordförande Serstech AB
    Telefon: 0702-07 26 43
    E-post: tp@serstech.com

    eller besök: www.serstech.com

    Certified advisor åt Serstech är Svensk Kapitalmarknadsgranskning AB (SKMG).

    Om Serstech
    Serstech utvecklare och säljer utrustning för identifiering av farliga kemikalier, såsom narkotika, bomber och kemiska stridsmedel. Bolagets kunder är huvudsakligen rättsvårdande myndigheter och inkluderar FN, Världstullorganisationen (WCO) och tull- och polismyndigheter över hela världen. Serstech har återförsäljare i 66 länder. Bolaget har huvudkontor i Lund och all tillverkning sker i Sverige.

    Serstech är listat på Nasdaq First North Growth Market. Mer information finns på www.serstech.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Willis appoints Harry Merker to P&C and AAIS Leadership teams in North America

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Willis, a WTW business (Nasdaq: WTW), today announced the appointment of Harry Merker as Property and Casualty (P&C) Cross Industry Sales Leader and Alternative Asset Insurance Solutions (AAIS) Sales, Strategy and Execution Leader for North America (NA).

    In this newly created dual role, Merker will drive broking growth initiatives across Willis’ P&C business and lead strategic broking sales efforts and collaboration across the company’s 12 industry verticals. He will also oversee the go-to-market strategy for Willis’ AAIS industry vertical, taking charge of carrier relationships, product development, and the delivery of market-facing content and service standards.

    Merker will be instrumental in driving sales pipeline engagement, supporting request for proposal (RFP) execution, and collaborating with national and local sales leaders to scale best practices across the P&C and AAIS Broking business. He will lead cross-selling efforts, ensuring clients are connected to Willis’ broader capabilities and specialized expertise. Additionally, Merker will work closely with actuarial and analytics teams to evolve AAIS offerings and create tailored solutions for private equity firms and portfolio companies.

    Bringing 20 years of experience in commercial insurance and broking, Merker is a seasoned risk management professional with expertise in the production, design, and implementation of diverse programs. He has a proven track record in developing tailored solutions for clients across various industry sectors. Merker most recently served as Chief Broking Officer – Middle Market at Aon, a role he assumed after leading the firm’s East and South Region within the same practice. Based in New York, Merker will report to Aartie Manansingh, Head of Alternative Asset Insurance Solutions, NA and will also be part of the Property and Casualty Leadership Team.

    Manansingh added, “Our priority is recruiting differentiated talent to deliver market-leading outcomes for our clients. Harry’s combination of strategic insight, market expertise, and leadership will elevate the tailored solutions we deliver to our alternative asset clients.”

    About WTW

    At WTW (NASDAQ: WTW), we provide data-driven, insight-led solutions in the areas of people, risk, and capital. Leveraging the global view and local expertise of our colleagues serving 140 countries and markets, we help organizations sharpen their strategy, enhance organizational resilience, motivate their workforce, and maximize performance.

    Working shoulder to shoulder with our clients, we uncover opportunities for sustainable success—and provide perspective that moves you.
    Learn more at wtwco.com.

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  • MIL-OSI: EY US Unveils Balaji Sreenivasan of Aurigo Software as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Finalist

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    AUSTIN, Texas, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) announced the finalists for the prestigious Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Gulf South Award. Now in its 40th year, the Entrepreneur Of The Year program celebrates the bold leaders who disrupt markets through the world’s most groundbreaking companies, revolutionizing industries and making a profound impact on communities. The program honors bold entrepreneurs whose innovations shape the future and pave the way for a thriving economy and a hopeful tomorrow.

    The Gulf South program celebrates entrepreneurs from Central and South Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. An independent panel of judges selected Balaji Sreenivasan for his entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth, and lasting impact in building long-term value.

    “Building Aurigo has been one of the greatest joys of my life. Entrepreneurship, to me, is about solving meaningful problems and creating something that lasts. We’re building AI-powered software that’s transforming how the world plans and delivers infrastructure, and I’m grateful every day to work with such a brilliant, passionate team. This recognition is really a reflection of our team and what we’ve built together.”

    — Balaji Sreenivasan, Founder and CEO, Aurigo Software Technologies Inc.

    Aurigo Software is a leading AI-powered software company that helps infrastructure and facility owners around the world plan and build better. With a vision to build a better tomorrow, Aurigo’s platform supports some of the largest capital improvement and infrastructure programs globally, transforming how critical assets are managed, delivered, and optimized.

    Entrepreneur Of The Year honors business leaders for their ingenuity, courage, and entrepreneurial spirit. The program celebrates original founders who bootstrapped their business from inception or who raised outside capital to grow their company; transformational CEOs who infused innovation into an existing organization to catapult its trajectory; and multigenerational family business leaders who reimagined a legacy business model to strengthen it for the future.

    Regional award winners will be announced on June 12 during a special celebration in Houston and will become lifetime members of an esteemed community of Entrepreneur Of The Year alumni from around the world. The winners will then be considered by the National judges for the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Awards, which will be presented in November at the annual Strategic Growth Forum®, one of the nation’s most prestigious gatherings of high-growth, market-leading companies.

    Sponsors
    Founded and produced by Ernst & Young LLP, the Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards include presenting sponsors PNC Bank, Cresa, LLC, Marsh McLennan Agency, and SAP. In the Gulf South, sponsors also include Platinum sponsors ADP, DFIN, DLA Piper, and VCFO and Silver sponsors Big Picture and Pierpont Communications.

    About Entrepreneur Of The Year
    Founded in 1986, Entrepreneur Of The Year has celebrated more than 11,000 ambitious visionaries who are leading successful, dynamic businesses in the US, and it has since expanded to nearly 60 countries globally.

    The US program consists of 17 regional programs whose panels of independent judges select the regional award winners every June. Those winners compete for national recognition at the Strategic Growth Forum® in November, where National finalists and award winners are announced. The overall National winner represents the US at the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ competition. Visit www.ey.com/us/eoy.

    About EY
    EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.

    Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.

    EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network, and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

    All in to shape the future with confidence.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available via ey.com/privacy. EY member firms do not practice law where prohibited by local laws. For more information about our organization, please visit www.ey.com.

    About Aurigo Software
    Aurigo builds software that helps build the world. Aurigo provides modern, cloud-based solutions for capital infrastructure and private owners to help them plan with confidence and build with quality. With more than $450 billion of capital programs under management, Aurigo’s solutions are trusted by over 300 customers in transportation, water and utilities, healthcare, higher education, and the government, with over 40,000 projects across North America. Aurigo helps capital program executives make better decisions based on proprietary artificial intelligence and machine learning technology. Aurigo is a privately held U.S. corporation headquartered in Austin, Texas, with global offices in Canada and India. Learn more at www.aurigo.com.

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  • MIL-OSI: Civic Roundtable is key facet of New Jersey’s Bringing Veterans Home Initiative

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    BOSTON, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Civic Roundtable, the Government Operations Platform connecting public servants with the people and answers they need to achieve their mission, announced it is a foundational aspect of the New Jersey Bringing Veterans Home (BVH) initiative.

    Bringing Veterans Home is led by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) and Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMAVA) and “seeks to house all homeless veterans in the state by July 1, 2026, while strengthening the State’s homelessness prevention system so that any newly homeless veteran can be placed in stable housing within one month.”

    As part of convening the BVH initiative in March 2025, daily use of Civic Roundtable’s government operations platform is required for all organizations seeking grant funding to end veteran homelessness in New Jersey.

    “We know government work is inherently collaborative. Addressing a problem like homelessness requires government agencies and partner organizations to effectively work together, but historically, the technology and tools that are supposed to help public servants are failing them,” said Madeleine Smith, CEO and co-founder of Civic Roundtable. “We built Civic Roundtable to power complex interagency efforts, help public servants be more efficient, and help agencies achieve their mission. We’re humbled and honored to be part of the solution to end veteran homelessness in New Jersey.”

    Acting Governor Tahesha Way announced the launch of Bringing Veterans Home on Veterans Day, November 11, 2024. The State has prepared more than $30 million in State and federal funds to help house veterans experiencing homelessness. The initiative also represents the first time the State of New Jersey has formally partnered with veteran service organizations to house homeless veterans.

    “I’ve said it before — success requires collaboration. It is non-negotiable to address problems like homelessness,” said Michael Callahan, Director of the Office of Homelessness Prevention at the Department of Community Affairs. “Expertise can be found anywhere. Resources, best practices, and answers to mission-critical questions are spread across organizations. Roundtable brings everyone working on this challenge together, making us all more effective, efficient, and ultimately better at achieving our mission of eliminating veteran homelessness by July 1, 2026.”

    New Jersey joins Connecticut, Oregon, South Carolina, and Alaska as the fifth state to partner with Civic Roundtable in the fight against homelessness.

    About Civic Roundtable
    Civic Roundtable is a government operations platform purpose-built for local, state, and federal government agencies and their partner organizations. Founded by a team with extensive government experience and the belief that the public sector is a force for good, Civic Roundtable is the foundational technology for a more integrated and effective government.

    With Roundtable, wide networks of government agencies and partner organizations can consolidate existing data repositories and disseminate mission-critical information in real time. This facilitates government collaboration by empowering public servants with the information, answers, and peer expertise they need, when and how they need it, to serve their communities.

    Backed by General Catalyst and currently serving approximately 600 cities and counties that represent 70 million people, the company emerged from the Harvard Innovation Labs to modernize how millions of government workers across 90,000 agencies achieve their mission. Roundtable is built on AWS GovCloud.

    Contact
    Civic Roundtable
    press@CivicRoundtable.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Prompt Security Launches Static Analysis Security Testing for AI-Generated Code

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Vulnerable Code Scanner analyzes AI-generated code, preventing harmful outputs from being used by developers

    Company expands platform to support Cursor, delivering full protection for AI code assistants

    NEW YORK, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Prompt Security, a leader in generative AI (GenAI) security, today announced the beta launch of Vulnerable Code Scanner, an advanced security feature that catches potential risks in AI-generated source code before they can pose a threat to enterprises. By automatically scanning AI-generated code, Vulnerable Code Scanner helps ensure that developers don’t use hazardous code suggestions coming from GenAI applications.

    Over the course of Q1 this year, Prompt Security released new and enhanced capabilities designed to prevent the exfiltration of organizations’ secrets, PII and IP – a major risk associated with unrestricted developer access to AI code assistants. Now, by scanning AI-generated responses to block malicious code before it makes its way to developers, Vulnerable Code Scanner complements these earlier solution enhancements, offering organizations a full spectrum of protection between developers, LLMs and codebases.

    Vulnerable Code Scanner detects risks in AI-generated code suggestions and provides actionable mitigations to help developers understand and fix issues. It notifies security administrators when developers send code to AI code assistants and when they receive vulnerable AI-generated responses. This gives administrators a complete audit trail of exchanges between developers and GenAI applications.

    “Given the extent to which developers are increasingly copying code from AI tools, being able to scan AI-generated code outputs is especially important,” said Itamar Golan, CEO and co-founder of Prompt Security. “Alongside our capabilities for preventing data leakage from the developers’ end, Vulnerable Code Scanner is the puzzle piece that makes our coding protection more comprehensive.”

    Vulnerable Code Scanner already supports ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity, Mistral, Grok and DeepSeek. Prompt Security plans a gradual roll out for GitHub Copilot, Tabnine and the other AI code assistants it supports. The solution works for almost 30 programming languages.

    As part of its commitment to delivering the most comprehensive AI security solution, Prompt Security is also announcing today its support for Cursor, the popular AI code assistant. From this point forward, Cursor will come under the umbrella of automatic redaction of sensitive information and all other Prompt Security capabilities for AI code assistants.

    To learn more about Prompt Security’s capabilities at the RSA Conference in San Francisco, schedule an onsite meeting now for April 28 – May 1, 2025.

    About Prompt Security
    Founded in August 2023, Prompt Security delivers a complete solution for all generative AI security in the enterprise. Its platform supports millions of prompts and thousands of users every month. The founding team combines deep expertise in both cybersecurity and AI, with years of experience building and securing machine learning systems at organizations like Check Point, Orca Security, and Israel’s elite intelligence unit 8200. Prompt Security’s CEO Itamar Golan was on the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications core team and Prompt Security’s CTO & co-founder Lior Drihem contributed to the project. The Prompt Security team of researchers has created proprietary LLMs and developed novel patent-pending techniques for detecting generative AI threats and addressing the associated risks.

    Media Contact
    Chloe Amante
    Montner Tech PR
    camante@montner.com

    Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
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  • MIL-OSI: AMD Announces Press Conference at Computex 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) today announced that it will be hosting a press conference during Computex 2025. The in-person and livestreamed press conference will take place on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at 11 a.m. UTC+8, Taipei, at the Grand Hyatt, Taipei. The event will showcase the advancements AMD has driven with AI in gaming, PCs and professional workloads.

    AMD senior vice president and general manager of the Computing and Graphics Group Jack Huynh, along with industry partners, will discuss how AMD is expanding its leadership across gaming, workstations, and AI PCs, and highlight the breadth of the company’s high-performance computing and AI product portfolio.

    The livestream will start at 8 p.m. PT/11 p.m. ET on Tuesday, May 20 on AMD.com, with replay available after the conclusion of the livestream event.

    Supporting Resources

    About AMD
    For more than 50 years AMD has driven innovation in high-performance computing, graphics and visualization technologies. Billions of people, leading Fortune 500 businesses and cutting-edge scientific research institutions around the world rely on AMD technology daily to improve how they live, work and play. AMD employees are focused on building leadership high-performance and adaptive products that push the boundaries of what is possible. For more information about how AMD is enabling today and inspiring tomorrow, visit the AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) website, blog, LinkedIn and X pages.

    Contact:
    Stacy MacDiarmid
    AMD Communications
    +1 (512) 658-2265
    Stacy.MacDiarmid@amd.com

    Liz Stine
    AMD Investor Relations
    +1 (720) 652-3965
    Liz.Stine@amd.com

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/b8bea120-f7b8-42a7-a04d-867a67fc0bae

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  • MIL-OSI: BTQ Technologies Corp. to Present at the OTCQX Best 50 Virtual Investor Conference April 24th

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BTQ Technologies Corp. (OTCQX: BTQQF) (CBOE CA: BTQ) (FSE: NG3), a global quantum technology company focused on securing mission-critical networks, today announced that Nicolas Roussy Newton, Co-Founder and COO will present live at the AI & Technology Virtual Investor Conference hosted by VirtualInvestorConferences.com, on April 24th, 2025.

    This live presentation, led by COO Nicolas Roussy Newton, will cover BTQ’s strategic growth plan, outline its global research initiatives currently underway and detail recent acquisitions and partnerships aimed at accelerating the commercialization of its advanced post quantum solutions.

    DATE: Thursday April 24, 2025
    TIME: 1:00am EST
    LINK: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

    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 BTQ Highlights:

    About BTQ
    BTQ was founded by a group of post-quantum cryptographers with an interest in addressing the urgent security threat posed by large-scale universal quantum computers. With the support of leading research institutes and universities, BTQ is combining software and hardware to safeguard critical networks using unique post-quantum services and solutions.

    Connect with BTQ: Website | LinkedIn

    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.

    CONTACTS:
    BTQ Technologies Corp.
    Bill Mitoulas
    Investor Relations
    +1.416.479.9547
    bill@btq.com

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

    Neither CBOE Canada nor its Regulation Services Provider accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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  • MIL-OSI: Devo Announces Partnership with Detecteam to Automate Detection Engineering

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    BOSTON, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Devo Technology, the security data analytics company, today announced its strategic technical partnership with Detecteam, the attack simulation and detection lifecycle management company, to address critical challenges in detection engineering. The partnership combines Devo’s comprehensive threat detection, investigation, and response capabilities with Detecteam’s REFLEX platform to create an integration that continuously validates and improves detection capabilities based on real-world attack scenarios.

    Security teams struggle to create, validate, and deploy threat detections fast enough to keep up with constantly evolving threats. Devo and Detecteam’s integrated solution addresses the challenges of detection engineering by automating the entire detection lifecycle. By implementing real-world attack scenarios and continuous validation, security teams can automatically generate, deploy, and test detections in real time, transforming weeks of manual work into a dynamic, adaptive process.

    “In IDC’s Worldwide Views on SIEM Survey, 34% of respondents reported that needing staff dedicated to SIEM was one of the greatest challenges to using the full capabilities of their SIEM,” said Michelle Abraham, senior research director, security and trust, for IDC. “The Devo and Detecteam partnership reduces that strain by empowering security teams to automate detection engineering without requiring dedicated resources.”

    Partnership delivers automated and continuous detection engineering and validation
    The integrated solution from Devo and Detecteam automates a continuous process of threat intelligence operationalization, automated attack scenario generation, realistic attack simulation, detection evaluation, and detection engineering, delivering:

    • Quick adaptation to emerging threats: Automatically transforms threat intelligence into actionable detections in near real time.
    • Proactive detection validation: Continuously tests Devo detections against real-world attack scenarios to identify and close detection gaps.
    • A solution to bridge expertise gaps: Accelerates detection development and deployment by 95%, reducing the need for scarce and costly expertise.

    “With our joint solution, customers can validate their readiness to face threats and create actionable data and detections in Devo,” said Fred Wilmot, chief executive officer & co-founder of Detecteam. “This partnership removes complexity and manual effort, cutting down critical response time so teams can adapt faster to real-world threats—not just theoretical ones.”

    Devo releases upgraded unified TDIR workflows, accelerating threat response
    Devo also announced new features in the Devo Security Data Platform that empower security teams to work more efficiently and effectively with a unified TDIR workflow. Upgraded features include:

    • Accelerated incident resolution: Customizable case templates and one-click report generation reduce analyst workload and shorten incident response times
    • Rapid automation deployment: Seamlessly share and deploy playbooks across domains, significantly reducing automation setup time for organizations with multiple environments
    • Enhanced custom automation: Create and deploy custom Python scripts to automate complex security tasks, maximizing operational efficiency

    “Security teams are still overwhelmed by alerts, holding them back from proactive detection and investigation,” said Jason Mical, field chief technology officer for Devo. “These platform enhancements, combined with the Detecteam integration, provide security teams with a holistic, automated approach to detections and investigations, reducing the time they spend on repetitive, mundane tasks.”

    To learn more about the partnership between Devo and Detecteam, visit: http://devo.com/devo-and-detecteam-automated-detection-engineering

    Devo is also exhibiting at booth #1249 at the 2025 RSA Conference from April 28 to May 1. To learn more about Devo’s presence at RSAC, visit: https://devo.com/rsac

    About Devo
    Devo Technology delivers a real-time security data platform that serves as the foundation of your security operations and includes data-powered threat detection, automated case management, autonomous investigations and threat hunting. AI and intelligent automation help your SOC work faster and smarter so your team can proactively make the right decisions in real time. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with operations in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, Devo is backed by Insight Partners, Georgian, TCV, General Atlantic, Bessemer Venture Partners, Kibo Ventures and Eurazeo.

    About Detecteam
    Detecteam converges continuous Attack Simulation and Detection Behavior Validation into its REFLEX platform, improving detection coverage, quality, and accuracy of customer ecosystems. Detecteam automates testing and validation against emerging threats in minutes, optimizes detection creation and deployment, and maximizes spend on current ecosystem resources and technical talent.

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  • MIL-OSI: Wix Introduces Adaptive Content Feature with AI to Personalize Web Experiences for Site Visitors

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Users can create websites that adapt in real-time, providing unique messaging and content tailored to each individual site visitor

    NEW YORK – Wix.com Ltd. (NASDAQ: WIX), the leading SaaS website builder platform globally1, today announced the launch of its AI-powered adaptive content application, designed to personalize website experiences for site visitors by generating dynamic content based on visitor characteristics and instructions, ultimately enhancing engagement and user experience.

    The app leverages session details from the website to dynamically generate new content based on predefined criteria and user instructions. This allows users to determine the specific elements that influence the content’s adaptiveness, such as the visitor’s device, country, language, or whether the visitor is a returning user. They can also provide particular directives, like instructions to create engaging and sales-oriented content, guiding the AI in crafting a personalized narrative. Additionally, users can simulate different text variations easily, enabling them to visualize how the adjusted text may appear to different potential website visitors based on their selected settings before making it public. 

    Users can access the adaptive content app through the Wix Editor and Wix Studio, App Market or Dashboard by searching for “adaptive” in the App Market. Once the app is installed, they can set the adaptive logic by selecting from a variety of pre-defined function templates that connect to the app’s back-end capabilities. By clicking on “Set Conditions” users are prompted with a pop-up to define the logic and conditions that would determine how content should be adapted. 

    “Website personalization is now essential for delivering the relevant, engaging experiences today’s consumers expect,” said Muly Gelman, Senior Product Manager at Wix Personalize. “This application highlights how we can move beyond using AI to generate website content but leverage AI to dynamically adapt and personalize the live website experience for each visitor in real-time, empowering businesses to connect more effectively with their customers. As a result, businesses can deliver engaging, personalized experiences that resonate with their audience, ultimately driving higher engagement rates and creating greater monetization opportunities.”

    The adaptive content application complements recently released  Wix Functions and Wix Automations. These tools  automate AI-driven content generation and real-time customization while managing ongoing tasks and overcoming the limitations of traditional personalization tools that require heavy manual setup. This comprehensive suite helps businesses effortlessly optimize their operations for enhanced efficiency, while ensuring a seamless visitor experience without performance drawbacks like increased load times.

    The adaptive content application is available to Wix and Wix Studio users globally in English, gradually rolling out in additional languages. 

    About Wix.com Ltd.

    Wix is the leading SaaS website builder platform1 to create, manage and grow a digital presence. Founded  in 2006, Wix is a comprehensive platform providing users – self-creators, agencies, enterprises, and more – with industry-leading performance, security, AI capabilities and a reliable infrastructure. Offering a wide range of commerce and business solutions, advanced SEO and marketing tools, the platform enables users to take full ownership of their brand, their data and their relationships with their customers. With a focus on continuous innovation and delivery of new features and products, users can seamlessly build a powerful and high-end digital presence for themselves or their clients. 

    For more about Wix, please visit our Press Room
    Media Relations Contact:  PR@wix.com  

    1 Based on number of active live sites as reported by competitors’ figures, independent third-party data and internal data as of H1 2024.

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  • MIL-OSI: Sprout Social Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation, Growth and Empowering Brands to Drive Revenue and Industry Impact on Social

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    • Sprout Social expanded and reimagined its core Social Media Management platform with AI-driven customer care, employee advocacy, analytics and influencer marketing solutions—releasing over 200 new product capabilities in 2024 alone.
    • The company increased its global footprint with a team of over 1,000 employees around the world, with offices in Chicago, Seattle, Dublin and a newly expanded presence in Krakow.
    • Since going public in 2019, Sprout has delivered a compound annual growth rate of 32% and now serves approximately 30,000 customers in more than 100 countries.

    CHICAGO, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fifteen years ago, social media was an emerging curiosity and little understood tool that was often relegated to the margins of marketing strategies. Today, social media has evolved from a simple means for engagement to the epicenter of culture, commerce and connection. Social has become a mission-critical channel for brands, powering the entire customer journey and fueling business growth. Sprout Social (Nasdaq: SPT), an industry-leading provider of cloud-based social media management software, today celebrates 15 years of helping brands harness the ever-evolving power of social to build stronger connections and drive business-wide impact.

    “Social media has fundamentally changed where consumers spend their time and how they make decisions,” said Ryan Barretto, CEO of Sprout Social. “All business is social, and brands can’t rely on yesterday’s playbook. To win today, they need to be present where discovery, service, and loyalty happen—in real time, on social. We’ve spent 15 years building for this, and we’re just getting started.”

    Since going public in 2019, Sprout has delivered a strong 32% compound annual growth rate and supports approximately 30,000 customers in more than 100 countries. The company is powered by a global team of more than 1,000 employees with offices in Chicago, Seattle, Dublin, and Krakow.

    This moment in social is marked by swift advancements in AI, increased consumer expectations and the rise of the influencer as well as emerging platforms. Sprout has continuously evolved its platform to meet the growing complexity and importance of social. The company launched powerful solutions across analytics, employee advocacy, and customer care, while also expanding through strategic acquisitions to support robust listening and influencer marketing solutions as well as an accelerated AI technology roadmap. This commitment to customer-led innovation earned Sprout the #1 spot on G2’s 2024 Best Software Award.

    As recognition of this milestone and of the company’s market importance, Sprout Social will ring the Nasdaq Closing Bell today. Following the ceremony, Sprout Social executives will be joined by customers for a panel discussion that looks towards the future of social, highlighting the industry’s most impactful shifts from the rise of influencers to the growing use cases of AI.

    For more information about Sprout Social (NASDAQ: SPT), visit sproutsocial.com/about/allbusinessissocial/

    Social Media Profiles:
    www.x.com/SproutSocial
    www.x.com/SproutSocialIR
    www.facebook.com/SproutSocialInc
    www.linkedin.com/company/sprout-social-inc-/
    www.instagram.com/sproutsocial

    Contact
    Media:
    Kaitlyn Gronek
    Email: pr@sproutsocial.com
    Phone: (773) 904-9674

    Investors:
    Lexi Johnson
    Email: lexi.johnson@sproutsocial.com
    Phone: (312) 528-9166

    About Sprout Social

    Sprout Social is a global leader in social media management and analytics software, built on the belief that All Business is Social℠. Sprout’s intuitive platform puts powerful social data into the hands of approximately 30,000 brands so they can deliver smarter, faster business impact. Named the #1 Best Software Product by G2’s 2024 Best Software Award, Sprout offers comprehensive publishing and engagement functionality, customer care, influencer marketing, advocacy, and AI-powered business intelligence. Sprout’s software operates across all major social media networks and digital platforms.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terms such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “can,” “continue,” “could,” “enables,” “estimate,” “expect,” “explore,” “intend,” “long-term model,” “may,” “might” “outlook,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “strategy,” “target,” “will,” “would,” or the negative of these terms, and similar expressions intended to identify forward-looking statements. However, not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. These statements may relate to the success, performance, and effect on our business and customers of our product features, our market size and growth strategy, our estimated and projected costs, margins, revenue, expenditures and customer and financial growth rates, our plans and objectives for future operations, growth, initiatives or strategies. By their nature, these statements are subject to numerous uncertainties and risks, including factors beyond our control, that could cause actual results, performance or achievement to differ materially and adversely from those anticipated or implied in the forward-looking statements. These assumptions, uncertainties and risks include that, among others: we may not be able to sustain our revenue and customer growth rate in the future; price increases have and may continue to negatively impact demand for our products, customer acquisition and retention and reduce the total number of customers or customer additions; our business would be harmed by any significant interruptions, delays or outages in services from our platform, our API providers, or certain social media platforms; if we are unable to attract potential customers through unpaid channels, convert this traffic to free trials or convert free trials to paid subscriptions, our business and results of operations may be adversely affected; we may be unable to successfully enter new markets, manage our international expansion and comply with any applicable international laws and regulations; we may be unable to integrate acquired businesses or technologies successfully or achieve the expected benefits of such acquisitions and investments; unstable market and economic conditions, such as recession risks, effects of inflation, labor shortages, supply chain issues, high interest rates, and the impacts of current and potential future bank failures and impacts of ongoing overseas conflicts, could adversely impact our business and that of our existing and prospective customers, which may result in reduced demand for our products; we may not be able to generate sufficient cash to service our indebtedness; covenants in our credit agreement may restrict our operations, and if we do not effectively manage our business to comply with these covenants, our financial condition could be adversely impacted; any cybersecurity-related attack, significant data breach or disruption of the information technology systems or networks on which we rely could negatively affect our business; and changing regulations relating to privacy, information security and data protection could increase our costs, affect or limit how we collect and use personal information and harm our brand. Additional risks and uncertainties that could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements are included under the caption “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 filed with the SEC on February 23, 2024, as well as any future reports that we file with the SEC. Moreover, you should interpret many of the risks identified in those reports as being heightened as a result of the current instability in market and economic conditions. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date the statements are made and are based on information available to Sprout Social at the time those statements are made and/or management’s good faith belief as of that time with respect to future events. Sprout Social assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date they were made, except as required by law.

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  • MIL-OSI: Presidio Exceeds $1 Billion in AWS Marketplace Sales

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Presidio, a leading technology services and solutions provider, today announced it eclipsed $1 billion in AWS Marketplace sales. AWS Marketplace is a digital catalog with thousands of software listings from independent software vendors that make it easy to find, test, buy, and deploy software and IT solutions. Presidio is among the first to announce this milestone, largely fueled by its consultative approach.

    Presidio features a complete lifecycle of services and custom solutions, and resells thousands of products in the AWS Marketplace through Channel Partner Private Offers (CPPO). They offer consulting on purchasing options for spending commitments at no additional cost. In addition to the ability to benefit from transacting in AWS Marketplace, Presidio customers now have access to Presidio Evolve, a full lifecycle licensing contract and support optimization program. Evolve aligns clients’ technology strategy to business goals. It simplifies licensing and maintenance contracts by aligning their spending to the right licensing construct, analyzing license usage and entitlements, building the right financial structure, and supporting clients post-sale. Currently, Presidio manages more than $5.5 billion in contracts and saves clients millions of dollars annually.

    By making their solutions available in AWS Marketplace, as well as multiple resell offerings, Presidio provides clients direct access to their comprehensive portfolio of products and services as well as a team of procurement experts to help maximize incentives, optimize spending, and overall technology procurement strategies.

    “At SiriusXM we greatly value the service provided by Presidio through the use of the AWS CPPO and Marketplace programs. Their expert advice has been critical in aligning with our PPA/EDP goals, making our technology spending more efficient and streamlined and enhancing our ability to manage and optimize our software investments,” said Anthony Logan, FinOps & Partnerships, SiriusXM.

    “What’s different about working with Presidio is that we aim to be our clients’ trusted advisor for strategic procurement, helping them get the maximum value out of their AWS Marketplace transactions. Plus, we are a resource for navigating changes as they happen. We use AWS Marketplace to combine custom marketplace listings, private offers, as well as Presidio financing, ongoing support, and contract evaluation to help them optimize their spend commitments and savings opportunities,” said Kevin Corace, vice president of sales, enterprise licensing and business development at Presidio.

    Presidio recently signed an expanded multi-year strategic collaboration agreement with AWS to provide Presidio’s full suite of consulting services with AWS technologies with an emphasis on helping Presidio clients migrate, modernize, and optimize their data and applications to better leverage new technologies such as generative artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). Presidio is an AWS Premier Tier Services Partner within the AWS Partner Network (APN), continually adding to its six AWS Competencies and nearly 450 AWS certifications across the DevOps, solution architecture, security, big data, and systems operations disciplines to build, deploy and manage complex cloud architectures.

    About Presidio

    At Presidio, speed and quality meet technology and innovation. Presidio is a trusted ally for organizations across industries with a decades-long history of building traditional IT foundations and deep expertise in AI and automation, security, networking, digital transformation, and cloud computing. Presidio fills gaps, removes hurdles, optimizes costs, and reduces risk. Presidio’s expert technical team develops custom applications, provides managed services, enables actionable data insights, and builds forward-thinking solutions that drive strategic outcomes for clients globally. For more information, visit www.presidio.com.

    Contacts:

    Press: PR@Presidio.com

    Investor Relations: Investors@presidio.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Usio to Host First Quarter 2025 Conference Call to Discuss Results and Provide Company Update on May 14, 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SAN ANTONIO, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Usio, Inc. (Nasdaq:USIO), a leading provider of integrated, cloud-based electronic payment and embedded financial solutions, today announced it will release first quarter 2025 financial results for the period ended March 31, 2025, after the market closes on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.

    Usio’s management will host a conference call the same day, May 14, 2025, beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time to review financial results and provide a business update. Following management’s formal remarks, there will be a question-and-answer session.

    To listen to the conference call, interested parties within the U.S. should call 1-844-883-3890. International callers should call 1-412-317-9246. All callers should ask for the Usio conference call. The conference call will also be available through a live webcast, which can be accessed via the company’s website at usio.com/events/.

    A replay of the call will be available approximately one hour after the end of the call through May 28, 2025. The replay can be accessed via the Company’s website or by dialing 1-877-344-7529 (U.S.) or 1-412-317-0088 (international). The replay conference playback code is: 3107685.

    About Usio, Inc.
    Usio, Inc. (Nasdaq: USIO), a leading, cloud-based, integrated FinTech electronic payment solutions provider, offers a wide range of payment solutions to merchants, billers, banks, service bureaus, integrated software vendors and card issuers. The Company operates credit, debit/prepaid, and ACH payment processing platforms to deliver convenient, world-class payment solutions and services clients through its unique payment facilitation platform as a service. The company, through its Usio Output Solutions division, offers services relating to electronic bill presentment, document composition, document decomposition and printing and mailing services. The strength of the Company lies in its ability to provide tailored solutions for card issuance, payment acceptance, and bill payments as well as its unique technology in the card issuing sector. Usio is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, and has offices in Austin, Texas.

    Websites: www.usio.com  and www.akimbocard.com. 
    Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook® and Twitter.

    FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS DISCLAIMER

    Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this release include forward-looking statements which are covered by safe harbors. Those statements include, but may not be limited to, all statements regarding management’s intent, belief, and expectations, such as statements concerning our future and our operating and growth strategy. These forward-looking statements are identified by the use of words such as “believe,” “intend,” “look forward,” “anticipate,” “schedule,” and “expect” among others. Forward-looking statements in this press release are subject to certain risks and uncertainties inherent in the Company’s business that could cause actual results to vary, including such risks related to an economic downturn as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the realization of opportunities from the IMS acquisition, the management of the Company’s growth, the loss of key resellers, the relationships with the Automated Clearinghouse network, bank sponsors, third-party card processing providers and merchants, the security of our software, hardware and information, the volatility of the stock price, the need to obtain additional financing, risks associated with new tax legislation, and compliance with complex federal, state and local laws and regulations, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission including its annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. One or more of these factors have affected, and in the future, could affect the Company’s businesses and financial results in the future and could cause actual results to differ materially from plans and projections. The Company believes that the assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements included in this release will prove to be accurate. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements included herein, the inclusion of such information should not be regarded as a representation by us or any other person that the objectives and plans will be achieved. All forward-looking statements made in this release are based on information presently available to management. The Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, except as required by law.

    Contact
    Paul Manley
    Senior Vice President, Investor Relations
    paul.manley@usio.com
    612-834-1804

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  • MIL-OSI: Amplify Announces Intention to Further Adjourn Special Meeting of Stockholders

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    HOUSTON, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Amplify Energy Corp. (NYSE: AMPY) (“Amplify” or the “Company”) today announced that it intends to open and immediately adjourn its reconvened Special Meeting of Stockholders (the “Special Meeting”) relating to the Company’s proposed merger with Juniper Capital’s upstream Rocky Mountain portfolio companies. There will be no voting or other matters conducted at the meeting on April 23, 2025, and the Company intends to reconvene the Special Meeting on May 1, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. Central Time (and the adjourned meeting will be held virtually via the internet at www.cesonlineservices.com/ampysm_vm). The record date for the Special Meeting, March 3, 2025, is unchanged and applies to the reconvened Special Meeting.

    The Special Meeting will be adjourned to allow for further time to solicit proxies from the Company’s stockholders and provide stockholders with additional time to vote in order to facilitate broader participation.

    In order to virtually attend the Special Meeting, you must register in advance at www.cesonlineservices.com/ampysm_vm prior to April 30, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. Central Time. Please note, if you previously registered for the Special Meeting, you do not need to register again. You will not be able to attend the Special Meeting physically in person. Stockholders who have already cast their votes do not need to take any action, unless they wish to change or revoke their prior proxy or voting instructions, and their votes will be counted at the reconvened Special Meeting. For stockholders who have not yet cast their votes, we urge them to vote their shares now, so they can be tabulated prior to the reconvened Special Meeting. For more information on how to vote, please call the Company’s proxy solicitor, Sodali & Co, on their toll-free number (800) 662-5200 or email AMPY@investor.sodali.com.

    The Company’s Board of Directors unanimously recommends that you vote FOR the proposals identified in the Company’s definitive proxy statement for the Special Meeting.

    About Amplify Energy
    Amplify Energy Corp. is an independent oil and natural gas company engaged in the acquisition, development, exploitation and production of oil and natural gas properties. Amplify’s operations are focused in Oklahoma, the Rockies (Bairoil), federal waters offshore Southern California (Beta), East Texas / North Louisiana, and the Eagle Ford (Non-op). For more information, visit www.amplifyenergy.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements
    This press release includes “forward-looking statements.” All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included in this press release that address activities, events or developments that the Company expects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Terminology such as “could,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “expect,” “may,” “continue,” “predict,” “potential,” “project” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause the Company’s actual results or financial condition to differ materially from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, forward-looking statements contained in this press release specifically include the expected timing of the adjourned Special Meeting. Please read the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, and if applicable, the Company’s Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K, which are available on the Company’s Investor Relations website at https://www.amplifyenergy.com/investor-relations/default.aspx or on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov, for a discussion of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those in such forward-looking statements. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. All forward-looking statements in this press release are qualified in their entirety by these cautionary statements. Except as required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future results or otherwise.

    Important Additional Information Regarding the Mergers Will Be Filed With the SEC.
    In connection with the proposed mergers, the Company has filed a definitive proxy statement. The definitive proxy statement has been sent to the stockholders of record of the Company. The Company may also file other documents with the SEC regarding the mergers. INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS OF AMPLIFY ARE ADVISED TO CAREFULLY READ THE DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT AND ANY OTHER RELEVANT MATERIALS FILED WITH THE SEC WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE MERGERS, THE PARTIES TO THE MERGERS AND THE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE MERGERS. Investors and security holders may obtain a free copy of the definitive proxy statement and other relevant documents filed by Amplify with the SEC from the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Security holders and other interested parties will also be able to obtain, without charge, a copy of the definitive proxy statement and other relevant documents (when available) by (1) directing your written request to: 500 Dallas Street, Suite 1700, Houston, Texas or (2) contacting our Investor Relations department by telephone at (832) 219-9044 or (832) 219-9051. Copies of the documents filed by the Company with the SEC will be available free of charge on the Company’s website at http://www.amplifyenergy.com.

    Participants in the Solicitation.
    Amplify and certain of its respective directors, executive officers and employees may be considered participants in the solicitation of proxies in connection with the proposed transaction. Information regarding the persons who may, under the rules of the SEC, be deemed participants in the solicitation of the stockholders of Amplify in connection with the transaction, including a description of their respective direct or indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, is included in the definitive proxy statement filed with the SEC. Additional information regarding the Company’s directors and executive officers is also included in Amplify’s Notice of Annual Meeting of Stockholders and 2024 Proxy Statement, which was filed with the SEC on April 5, 2024. These documents are available free of charge as described above.

    Contacts

    Amplify Energy

    Jim Frew — Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
    (832) 219-9044
    jim.frew@amplifyenergy.com

    Michael Jordan — Director, Finance and Treasurer
    (832) 219-9051
    michael.jordan@amplifyenergy.com  

    Sodali & Co.

    Michael Verrechia / Eric Kamback / Christopher Rice
    (800) 662-5200
    AMPY@investor.sodali.com  

    FTI Consulting

    Tanner Kaufman / Brandon Elliott / Rose Zu
    amplifyenergy@fticonsulting.com

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  • MIL-OSI USA: NIH researchers supercharge ordinary clinical device to get a better look at the back of the eye

    Source: US Department of Health and Human Services – 2

    News Release
    Wednesday, April 23, 2025

    New technique brings retina into sharper focus .

    Scientists at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have leveraged artificial intelligence to transform a device designed to see tissues in the back of the eye into one sharp enough to make out individual cells. The technique provides imaging resolution that rivals the most advanced devices available and is cheaper, faster, and doesn’t require specialized equipment or expertise. The strategy has implications for early detection of disease and for the monitoring of treatment response by making what was once invisible now visible.  
    “AI potentially puts next-generation imaging in the hands of standard eye clinics. It’s like adding a high-resolution lens to a basic camera.” said Johnny Tam, Ph.D., investigator at NIH’s National Eye Institute and senior author of the study report, which published in Communications Medicine.
    Imaging devices, known as ophthalmoscopes, are widely used to examine the light-sensing retina in the back of the eye. A scanning laser ophthalmoscope is standard in eye clinics, but its resolution can only make out structures at the tissue level—things such as lesions, blood vessels, and the optic nerve head. Next-generation ophthalmoscopes enabled with adaptive optics—a technology that compensates for light distortion—can make out cellular features, providing greater diagnostic information. However, adaptive optics-enabled imaging is still in the experimental phase.
    Tam and collaborators developed a custom AI system to digitally enhance images of a layer of tissue beneath the light-sensing photoreceptors, known as the retina’s pigmented epithelium (RPE). The first step was to teach the system to recognize image quality as poor, moderate, or good. The researchers did this by feeding the system more than 1,400 images from different areas of the retina, obtained using adaptive-optics ophthalmoscopy. Next, they fed the system corresponding images from the same retinal locations but obtained using standard ophthalmoscopy. An image sharpness test showed that AI improved clarity eightfold.
    “Our system used what it learned from rating the images obtained from adaptive optics to digitally enhance images obtained with standard ophthalmoscopy,” said Tam. “It’s important to point out that the system is not creating something from nothing. Features that we see in RPE cells with standard imaging are there, they’re just unclear.”
    These techniques involve injection of a dye called indocyanine green (ICG) into the bloodstream to increase contrast of anatomical features. In the eye clinic, ICG is usually used to image the blood vessels of the eye.
    “Our ICG imaging strategy allows RPE cells to be quickly and routinely assessed in the clinic,” said Joanne Li, Ph.D., first author of the report and a biomedical engineer in Tam’s lab. “With AI, high quality images of the RPE cells can be obtained in a matter of seconds, using standard clinical imaging instruments.”
    The RPE cells’ function is to nourish and support photoreceptors. A variety of blinding conditions first affect RPE cells, including age-related macular degeneration, vitelliform macular dystrophy, and Stargardt disease. However, RPE cells cannot be easily imaged in the clinic. AI-enhanced ICG ophthalmoscopy puts RPE imaging within reach of the typical eye clinic.##
    This press release describes a basic research finding. Basic research increases our understanding of human behavior and biology, which is foundational to advancing new and better ways to prevent, diagnose, and treat disease. Science is an unpredictable and incremental process— each research advance builds on past discoveries, often in unexpected ways. Most clinical advances would not be possible without the knowledge of fundamental basic research. To learn more about basic research, visit https://www.nih.gov/news-events/basic-research-digital-media-kit.
    NEI leads the federal government’s efforts to eliminate vision loss and improve quality of life through vision research…driving innovation, fostering collaboration, expanding the vision workforce, and educating the public and key stakeholders. NEI supports basic and clinical science programs to develop sight-saving treatments and to broaden opportunities for people with vision impairment. For more information, visit   https://www.nei.nih.gov.  
    About the National Institutes of Health (NIH): NIH, the nation’s medical research agency, includes 27 Institutes and Centers and is a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIH is the primary federal agency conducting and supporting basic, clinical, and translational medical research, and is investigating the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information about NIH and its programs, visit www.nih.gov.
    NIH…Turning Discovery Into Health®

    References
    Li J, Liu J, Das V, Le H, Aguilera N, Bower Aj, Giannini JP, Lu R, Abouassali S, Chew EY, Brooks BP, Zein WM, Huryn LA, Volkov A, Liu T, Tam J “Artificial intelligence assisted clinical fluorescence imaging achieves in vivo cellular resolution comparable to adaptive optics ophthalmology”. Published April 28, 2025, Communications Medicine

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  • MIL-OSI: CETY Announces $400K in Heat Recovery System Sales and Enhancement of Its 350 kW ORC System to Support Larger-Scale Applications

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    IRVINE, CA., April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Clean Energy Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: CETY) (the “Company” or “CETY”), a clean energy technology company offering power generation, waste to energy, and heat to power solutions to deliver affordable, scalable, and eco-friendly energy, clean fuels, and alternative electricity for a sustainable future, is pleased to announce a strategic agreement with Sagacity, a new company specializing in advanced design, manufacturing, and system integration, with a strong focus on clean energy and distribution.

    This milestone agreement secures $400,000 in sales of CETY’s magnetic bearing Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) heat recovery solutions and should accelerate the development of an advanced 350 kW magnetic bearing ORC system designed to scale clean energy generation for large industrial and commercial applications.

    This collaboration strengthens CETY’s robust supply chain, enabling the efficient manufacturing and distribution of its proprietary Clean Cycle II (CCII) ORC system while advancing next-generation ORC technologies tailored for energy-intensive industries. By optimizing production and leveraging economies of scale, CETY can drive cost reductions and operational efficiencies across the clean energy sector.

    The new 350 kW ORC system, currently under development, represents a significant leap forward in heat recovery innovation. Engineered for scalability and reliability, this new system should support new opportunities for clean energy deployment across Biomass, Oil & Gas, Data Centers, Small-to-Midsize Power Plants, and other high-demand sectors. By increasing energy efficiency and lowering operational costs, this breakthrough technology further underscores CETY’s role as a growing leader in global decarbonization efforts.

    Kam Mahdi, CEO of Clean Energy Technologies, commented:

    “This agreement with Sagacity is more than a sales milestone; it’s a catalyst for scaling our ORC technology to serve larger and more complex energy needs. By expanding our manufacturing and distribution capabilities, we are enhancing supply chain resilience, reducing costs, and accelerating the commercialization of waste heat recovery solutions to drive efficiency, sustainability, and long-term value for industries worldwide.”

    The initial sales under this agreement include the delivery of Clean Cycle II ORC units, essential system components, and engineering support to facilitate seamless integration into key markets. As CETY and Sagacity continue to collaborate, their focus will remain on advancing ORC technology to maximize energy recovery, improve affordability, lower cost, and reinforce the transition to sustainable power generation.

    With this agreement, CETY is not only securing revenue but also positioning itself for long-term scalability, cost-effective deployment, and global adoption of waste heat-to-power solutions that will redefine energy efficiency worldwide.

    About Clean Energy Technologies, Inc. (CETY)

    Headquartered in Irvine, California, Clean Energy Technologies, Inc. (CETY) is a rising leader in the zero-emission revolution by offering eco-friendly green energy solutions, clean energy fuels and alternative electric power for small and mid-sized projects in North America, Europe, and Asia. We deliver power from heat and biomass with zero emission and low cost. Our principal products are Waste Heat Recovery Solutions using our patented Clean CycleTM generator to create electricity. Waste to Energy Solutions convert waste products created in manufacturing, agriculture, wastewater treatment plants and other industries to electricity and BioChar. Engineering, Consulting and Project Management Solutions provide expertise and experience in developing clean energy projects for municipal and industrial customers and Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) companies.

    CETY’s common stock is currently traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “CETY.” For more information, visit www.cetyinc.com.

    Follow CETY on our social media channels: Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook

    This summary should be read in conjunction with our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ending December 31, 2024, and our other periodic filings made with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which contain, among other matters, risk factors and financial footnotes as well as a discussions of our business, operations and financial matters, which filings can be located on the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov.

    Safe Harbor Statement

    This news release may include forward-looking statements within the meaning of section 27A of the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the United States Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, with respect to achieving corporate objectives, developing additional project interests, the Company’s analysis of opportunities in the acquisition and development of various project interests and certain other matters. These statements are made under the “Safe Harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and involve risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements contained herein. Forward-looking statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance. Instead, they are based only on the Company’s current beliefs, expectations and assumptions regarding the future of CETY’s business, future plans and strategies, projections, anticipated events and trends, the economy and other future conditions. Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of the Company’s control. Therefore, you should not rely on any of these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as: “anticipate,” “plan,” “expect,” “estimate,” “strategy,” “future,” “likely,” “may,” “should,” “will” and similar references to future periods. Any forward-looking statement made by the Company in this press release is based only on information currently available to us and speaks only as of the date on which it is made. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.

    Clean Energy Technologies, Inc.

    Investor and Investment Media inquiries:

    949-273-4990

    ir@cetyinc.com

    Source: Clean Energy Technologies, Inc.

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  • MIL-OSI: River Valley Community Bancorp Brings Local Banking to Roseville

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    YUBA CITY, Calif., April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — River Valley Community Bancorp (OTC Markets: RVCB) is excited to announce it has received regulatory approval to proceed with opening a new, full-service branch in Roseville, California. The Bank’s award-winning, community-focused approach has been recognized as a “5-Star Superior” bank by Bauer Financial and named “Exceptional Bank” by the Findley Report, proving that business banking can be both professional and personal.

    Set to open in mid-2025, the Roseville branch represents a carefully planned extension of the bank’s geographic focus in the South Sacramento Valley and Sierra Foothills. Since its founding in 2006, River Valley Community Bank has grown from a single Yuba City location to a network of five branches serving businesses and communities throughout the region.

    River Valley Community Bank recognizes the challenges businesses face with traditional banks. Where chatbots and AI are becoming gatekeepers of customer interaction, the bank is excited to build on its reputation as a bank that’s relentlessly focused on client success, exceptional service, and tailored business banking solutions.

    “As a long-time community banker in Placer County, who is passionate about the positive impact of community banks, I am excited about the expansion of our team and the new branch office in Roseville,” says Executive Vice President / Chief Credit and Lending Officer, Luke Parnell.

    “River Valley Community Bank remains one of the only community banks in our market, and we’re excited to bring our solution-oriented approach to Roseville,” says President and CEO John M. Jelavich. “The Roseville branch compliments and enhances our current footprint. By maintaining proximity to our existing branches and talent pool, we can deliver consistent, personalized banking that truly understands and meets the needs of the customers we serve.”

    The Roseville Branch will absorb the current loan production office in Roseville. The branch is expected to open in mid-2025. River Valley Community Bank currently serves Northern California businesses from these locations:

    • 1629 Colusa Avenue, Yuba City, CA
    • 580 Brunswick Rd, Grass Valley, CA
    • 905 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA
    • 904 B Street, Marysville, CA
    • 2901 Douglas Blvd Suite 140 Roseville, CA (Opening mid 2025!)

    For more information, please visit our website at: www.myrvcb.com or contact John M. Jelavich at 530-821-2469.

    Forward Looking Statements: This document may contain comments and information that constitute forward‐looking statements. Forward‐looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by such statements. Forward‐looking statements speak only as to the date they are made. The Bank does not undertake to update forward‐looking statements to reflect circumstances or events that occur after the date the forward‐looking statements are made.

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  • MIL-OSI: EquityZen Announces Key Executive Promotions: Brian Griffith to Chief Business Officer and Sudesh Kulkarni to Chief Product Officer

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EquityZen, a leading marketplace for buying and selling private company equity, today announced the promotions of Brian Griffith to Chief Business Officer and Sudesh Kulkarni to Chief Product Officer. These appointments come as EquityZen continues to expand its platform and reach in the private market. 

    In his new Chief Business Officer role, Griffith will focus on driving growth, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision making. He will spearhead efforts across go-to-market, technology, and operations to expand EquityZen’s marketplace and provide more investors access to pre-IPO investments and more shareholders access to company-approved liquidity.

    Griffith joined EquityZen in 2019 as Chief of Staff and during his tenure has overseen the finance, sales, and marketing functions. He spent four years as EquityZen’s Head of Business Operations before being promoted to Chief Business Officer. Notably, he has contributed to EquityZen closing over 45,000 private market transactions in more than 450 companies since 2013 and enabling crucial scale across the organization. Prior to EquityZen, Griffith spent 10 years at KPMG, where he helped build and scale KPMG’s Private Enterprise practice. Griffith holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois.

    “I am excited to take on this new role at EquityZen,” said Griffith. “I believe that EquityZen has a unique opportunity to democratize access to the private markets, and I am committed to helping the company achieve its full potential.”

    Sudesh Kulkarni has been promoted to Chief Product Officer and will continue to oversee the firm’s product and technology functions. Kulkarni joined EquityZen in August 2022 as Vice President of Product. 

    Prior to joining EquityZen, Kulkarni held leadership positions in product and technology at Capitolis, Intercontinental Exchange and Wells Fargo. Sudesh holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the University of Pune, India, and a Master’s degree in Finance from the Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago. He has earned Fintech and Product certifications from UC Berkeley Haas, Project Management Institute, and Product School. 

    Since joining EquityZen, Kulkarni has led the transformation of the product organization with his steadfast leadership and deep expertise in financial technology. He has brought strategic direction and has improved platform functionality and customer experience, while simultaneously enhancing operational productivity.

    “As private markets continue their unprecedented growth trajectory, I am energized to build upon the strong foundation we’ve established at EquityZen,” said Kulkarni. “Customer-centricity remains the cornerstone of our product and technology strategy as we look to thoughtfully and responsibly integrate emerging technologies, particularly AI, to deliver meaningful improvements to the digital experiences our customers rely upon.”

    “Brian and Sudesh are both proven leaders with cross-functional experience and deep expertise in their respective fields. They have brought perspective and leadership to our company as we continue to build a more accessible, efficient, and transparent platform,” said Atish Davda, CEO of EquityZen. “Their contributions have been invaluable to EquityZen’s success and are especially important as private market investments continue to grow in significance in the average investors’ portfolio.”

    About EquityZen

    Since 2013, the EquityZen marketplace has enabled the buying and selling of shares in private companies. EquityZen brings together over 700,000 investors and shareholders, providing liquidity to early shareholders and private market access to accredited investors for as little as $5,000 up to well over $5 million. Having completed more than 45,000 private placements in more than 450 private companies, EquityZen leads the way in delivering “Private Markets for the Public”.

    Media Contact
    Deborah Kostroun, Zito Partners
    deborah@zitopartners.com
    +1 (201) 403-8185

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/3dea3ccf-6886-4c10-8567-4c50eec20af2

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  • MIL-OSI: Thrive Appoints Kimberly Saturley as Chief People Officer

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    BOSTON, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Thrive, a global technology outsourcing provider for cybersecurity, Cloud, and IT managed services, today named Kimberly Saturley as its Chief People Officer (CPO). With experience in scaling organizations, fostering inclusive and high-performing cultures, and building strong global teams, Saturley will oversee Thrive’s overarching HR strategy and operations as the company continues to grow.

    With over three decades of experience leading human resources teams in high growth organizations within the technology industry, Saturley brings a deep and strategic expertise across all facets of the people function, including talent acquisition and retention, learning and development, culture transformation, employee engagement and organizational effectiveness. Before joining Thrive, Kimberly served as the Chief Human Resources Officer for Aqua Security where she built a strategic HR business model, led organizational change management efforts and cultivated cultural, and employee experience initiatives. Her leadership was recognized in the Lead(H)er 2024 series from VentureFizz, celebrating women making an impact in tech

    “As Thrive continues to rapidly grow, we are determined to maintain our stellar reputation as a positive place to work by fiercely protecting our culture and advocating for our employees’ growth and development,” said Bill McLaughlin, CEO of Thrive. “Kimberly’s commitment to talent development, employee education, and a people-first culture strongly aligns with our values and as CPO I know she will be a strategic leader for our human resources department.”

    Saturley’s appointment comes at an exciting time for Thrive. In January, the company received a strategic investment from Berkshire Partners and Court Square Capital Partners, supporting growth and continued opportunity in the outsourced IT space. The company also appointed Bill McLaughlin as CEO in February.

    “As a Boston local and having worked globally in Tech for many years, I’m impressed by Thrive’s reputation as an employer that truly values its people. I’m honored to join as CPO at such an exciting time in the company’s journey. Thrive’s mission, values, and commitment to scaling with heart, clarity, and purpose deeply align with my own. I’m passionate about building a culture where people are enabled and empowered to do their best work, because when our people thrive, our business thrives. I’m excited to build upon a strong foundation, shaping strategies and experiences that empower our teams and elevate Thrive’s next chapter,” said Saturley.

    If you’re interested in learning more about open positions at Thrive, visit the careers page.

    About Thrive 
    Thrive delivers global technology outsourcing for cybersecurity, Cloud, networking, and other complex IT requirements. Thrive’s NextGen platform enables customers to increase business efficiencies through standardization, scalability, and automation, delivering oversized technology returns on investment (ROI). They accomplish this with advisory services, vCISO, vCIO, consulting, project implementation, solution architects, and a best-in-class subscription-based technology platform. Thrive delivers exceptional high-touch service through its POD approach of subject matter experts and global 24x7x365 SOC, NOC, and centralized services teams. Learn more at www.thrivenextgen.com or follow us on LinkedIn. 

    Contacts 
    Hannah Johnston
    thrive@v2comms.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Siebert Financial Expands Executive Team with New CMO Stefano Marrone

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    MIAMI and NEW YORK, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Siebert Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: SIEB), a diversified financial services company, has appointed Stefano Marrone as Chief Marketing Officer. Marrone will direct marketing for all divisions (including Siebert.Valor, Siebert.SPS, and Gebbia Media) to advance the firm’s mission of delivering “Financial Freedom for Everyone.” A key focus of his role will be bringing media production and financial literacy together, leveraging the unique presence of Gebbia Media within Siebert Financial.

    In 2024, Marrone led Siebert Financial’s successful rebrand and rolled out a modernized website as a consultant, working closely with Siebert’s leadership. That initiative drove notable brand growth and client engagement. He brings extensive experience collaborating with leading financial institutions such as J.P. Morgan, UBS Asset Management, and HSBC, as well as tech giants Google and Meta. Marrone also founded and exited a content agency, demonstrating an entrepreneurial spirit that fuels bold marketing and strategic thinking.

    “Stefano’s ability to deliver fresh thinking has already energized Siebert Financial,” said John J Gebbia, CEO of Siebert Financial. “He helped spark our rebrand last year, and we’re excited about his vision to engage the next generation of investors, which will keep us ahead in a competitive market.”

    Marrone will focus on creative campaigns, AI-driven marketing, and brand development. He aims to build innovative content solutions that increase both financial literacy and client engagement, particularly through Gebbia Media’s production capabilities.

    “Stefano’s commitment to modern content resonates with our goals,” said David Gebbia, Principal at Siebert Financial and CEO of Gebbia Media. “Bringing together media production and financial education under one roof is a rare advantage for a financial firm. His background in storytelling and AI will help us create dynamic content, bridging entertainment and financial literacy for clients of all ages.”

    Siebert.Valor’s mission to reach veterans and military families remains key to the company. Marrone will ensure messaging and educational resources reach those audiences effectively, reflecting the firm’s broader commitment to inclusivity.

    “Stefano has a gift for making complex topics like financial education feel clear and empowering. His approach will help us better support our veterans and active-duty communities,” said Kaj Larsen, Head of Military Investment and Communications at Siebert.

    Marrone sees bold leadership and unified media resources as keys to building on Siebert Financial’s legacy of innovation in finance.

    “I am excited to join a financial brand with such a rich history,” said Marrone. “Working with the Gebbia family has shown me how forward-looking leadership can reimagine a legacy institution. Combining Gebbia Media’s creative capabilities with robust financial education to engage with a younger audience segment is a powerful strategy. I’m honored to help shape the next chapter of Siebert Financial as we continue to innovate in an industry that strongly needs it.”

    About Siebert Financial Corp.
    Siebert is a diversified financial services company and has been a member of the NYSE since 1967, when Muriel Siebert became the first woman to own a seat on the NYSE and the first to head one of its member firms.

    Siebert operates through its subsidiaries Muriel Siebert & Co., LLC, Siebert AdvisorNXT, LLC, Park Wilshire Companies, Inc., RISE Financial Services, LLC, Siebert Technologies, LLC, and StockCross Digital Solutions, Ltd, and Gebbia Entertainment LLC. Through these entities, Siebert provides a full range of brokerage and financial advisory services, including securities brokerage, investment advisory and insurance offerings, securities lending, and corporate stock plan administration solutions, in addition to entertainment and media productions. For over 55 years, Siebert has been a company that values its clients, shareholders, and employees. More information is available at www.siebert.com.

    About Gebbia Media
    Gebbia Media is a subsidiary of Siebert Financial Corp. and is an entertainment company focused on the promotion of music artists and catalogue acquisition, as well as the production of film and TV content across story-driven, reality, and factual formats. Gebbia Media functions as the in-house production agency of Siebert Financial and currently has several media projects in development.

    Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
    The statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts, including statements about our beliefs and expectations, are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements preceded by, followed by, or that include the words “may,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “plan,” “estimate,” “target,” “project,” “intend” and similar words or expressions. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections, or other characterizations of future events or circumstances are forward-looking statements.

    These forward-looking statements, which reflect beliefs, objectives, and expectations as of the date hereof, are based on the best judgment of the management of Siebert. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions relating to factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated in such statements, including, without limitation, the following: economic, social and political conditions, global economic downturns resulting from extraordinary events; securities industry risks; interest rate risks; liquidity risks; credit risk with clients and counterparties; risk of liability for errors in clearing functions; systemic risk; systems failures, delays and capacity constraints; network security risks; competition; reliance on external service providers; new laws and regulations affecting Siebert’s business; net capital requirements; extensive regulation, regulatory uncertainties and legal matters; failure to maintain relationships with employees, customers, business partners or governmental entities; the inability to achieve synergies or to implement integration plans; and other consequences associated with risks and uncertainties detailed in Part I, Item 1A – Risk Factors of Siebert’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, and Siebert’s filings with the SEC.

    Siebert cautions that the foregoing list of factors is not exclusive, and new factors may emerge, or changes to the foregoing factors may occur that could impact its business. Siebert undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except to the extent required by the federal securities laws.

    Media Contact
    Deborah Kostroun, Zito Partners
    deborah@zitopartners.com
    +1 (201) 403-8185

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/a0d77ebc-7226-46ce-8c2e-5129bfd3057d

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  • MIL-OSI: Volta Finance Limited – Net Asset Value(s) as at 31 March 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Volta Finance Limited (VTA / VTAS)
    March 2025 monthly report

    NOT FOR RELEASE, DISTRIBUTION, OR PUBLICATION, IN WHOLE OR PART, IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES

    Guernsey, April 23rd, 2025

    AXA IM has published the Volta Finance Limited (the “Company” or “Volta Finance” or “Volta”) monthly report for March 2025. The full report is attached to this release and will be available on Volta’s website shortly (www.voltafinance.com).

    Performance and Portfolio Activity

    Dear Investors,

    Volta Finance’s net performance for the month of March was negative -2.9%, taking the Aug 2024-to-date performance at +9.7%. Both our investments in CLO Debt and CLO Equity were impacted by the broader volatility and risk repricing across global markets. In line with its dividend policy, Volta declared a 15.5c quarterly dividend through the month.

    CLO markets exhibited classic cyclical patterns characterized by spread tightening in January followed by some widening towards the end of the Quarter. However, market movements in March extended beyond typical seasonal dynamics as geopolitical tensions and uncertainties surrounding President Trump’s trade policies had a significant impact. The announcement of tariffs targeting Canada, Mexico and increased levies on China in February shook Equity markets across the globe and triggered a general repricing of risk. March saw additional tariff threats hinting towards a total revamp of US trade agreements in the making. Major Equity indices sold off, with pressures on technology, automotive and consumer discretionary sectors notably. These announcements overshadowed positive news on the inflation front (cooling PCE), while the Fed maintained its key rate on March 19. Lower GDP growth projections were on everybody’s mind, while markets were left in limbo ahead of the tariff announcements of the US administration due to take place on April 2nd.

    It was no surprise to see Credit markets repricing in March as well: the European High Yield index (Xover) closed around 40bps wider at 328bps. In the loan market, Euro Loans dropped c. 1pt to about 97.80px (Morningstar European Leveraged Loan Index) while US Loans felt by 85cts down to 96.30px. The primary CLO market remained active as many transactions were executed, although levels moved wider across the capital structure, notably BBs towards +600bps (from +475bps context). In terms of performance, BBs had a total return of -1.5%, US High Yield returned -1.07% and Euro High Yield were down by -1%.

    Looking at Volta Finance’s cashflow, the portfolio generated c. €28m equivalent of interests and coupons over the last six months, representing c.21% of February’s NAV on an annualized basis. Over the month, Volta’s CLO Equity tranches returned -4.3%** while CLO Debt tranches returned -0.5% performance**, cash representing c. 10% of the NAV.

    Volta is around 21% exposed to USD, the March currency moves having a meaningful impact on the overall funds’ performance (-0.94%).

    As of end of March 2025, Volta’s NAV was €269.6m, i.e. €7.37 per share.

    *It should be noted that approximately 0.29% of Volta’s GAV comprises investments for which the relevant NAVs as at the month-end date are normally available only after Volta’s NAV has already been published. Volta’s policy is to publish its NAV on as timely a basis as possible to provide shareholders with Volta’s appropriately up-to-date NAV information. Consequently, such investments are valued using the most recently available NAV for each fund or quoted price for such subordinated notes. The most recently available fund NAV or quoted price was 0.18% as at 28 February 2025, 0.11% as at 30 September 2024.

    ** “performances” of asset classes are calculated as the Dietz-performance of the assets in each bucket, taking into account the Mark-to-Market of the assets at period ends, payments received from the assets over the period, and ignoring changes in cross-currency rates. Nevertheless, some residual currency effects could impact the aggregate value of the portfolio when aggregating each bucket.

    CONTACTS

    For the Investment Manager
    AXA Investment Managers Paris
    François Touati
    francois.touati@axa-im.com
    +33 (0) 1 44 45 80 22

    Olivier Pons
    Olivier.pons@axa-im.com
    +33 (0) 1 44 45 87 30

    Company Secretary and Administrator
    BNP Paribas S.A, Guernsey Branch
    guernsey.bp2s.volta.cosec@bnpparibas.com 
    +44 (0) 1481 750 853

    Corporate Broker
    Cavendish Securities plc
    Andrew Worne
    Daniel Balabanoff
    +44 (0) 20 7397 8900

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    ABOUT VOLTA FINANCE LIMITED

    Volta Finance Limited is incorporated in Guernsey under The Companies (Guernsey) Law, 2008 (as amended) and listed on Euronext Amsterdam and the London Stock Exchange’s Main Market for listed securities. Volta’s home member state for the purposes of the EU Transparency Directive is the Netherlands. As such, Volta is subject to regulation and supervision by the AFM, being the regulator for financial markets in the Netherlands.

    Volta’s Investment objectives are to preserve its capital across the credit cycle and to provide a stable stream of income to its Shareholders through dividends that it expects to distribute on a quarterly basis. The Company currently seeks to achieve its investment objectives by pursuing exposure predominantly to CLO’s and similar asset classes. A more diversified investment strategy across structured finance assets may be pursued opportunistically. The Company has appointed AXA Investment Managers Paris an investment management company with a division specialised in structured credit, for the investment management of all its assets.

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    ABOUT AXA INVESTMENT MANAGERS
    AXA Investment Managers (AXA IM) is a multi-expert asset management company within the AXA Group, a global leader in financial protection and wealth management. AXA IM is one of the largest European-based asset managers with 2,800 professionals and €859 billion in assets under management as of the end of June 2024.  

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    This press release is published by AXA Investment Managers Paris (“AXA IM”), in its capacity as alternative investment fund manager (within the meaning of Directive 2011/61/EU, the “AIFM Directive”) of Volta Finance Limited (the “Volta Finance”) whose portfolio is managed by AXA IM.

    This press release is for information only and does not constitute an invitation or inducement to acquire shares in Volta Finance. Its circulation may be prohibited in certain jurisdictions and no recipient may circulate copies of this document in breach of such limitations or restrictions. This document is not an offer for sale of the securities referred to herein in the United States or to persons who are “U.S. persons” for purposes of Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), or otherwise in circumstances where such offer would be restricted by applicable law. Such securities may not be sold in the United States absent registration or an exemption from registration from the Securities Act. Volta Finance does not intend to register any portion of the offer of such securities in the United States or to conduct a public offering of such securities in the United States.

    *****

    This communication is only being distributed to and is only directed at (i) persons who are outside the United Kingdom or (ii) investment professionals falling within Article 19(5) of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Financial Promotion) Order 2005 (the “Order”) or (iii) high net worth companies, and other persons to whom it may lawfully be communicated, falling within Article 49(2)(a) to (d) of the Order (all such persons together being referred to as “relevant persons”). The securities referred to herein are only available to, and any invitation, offer or agreement to subscribe, purchase or otherwise acquire such securities will be engaged in only with, relevant persons. Any person who is not a relevant person should not act or rely on this document or any of its contents. Past performance cannot be relied on as a guide to future performance.

    *****
    This press release contains statements that are, or may deemed to be, “forward-looking statements”. These forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, including the terms “believes”, “anticipated”, “expects”, “intends”, “is/are expected”, “may”, “will” or “should”. They include the statements regarding the level of the dividend, the current market context and its impact on the long-term return of Volta Finance’s investments. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties and readers are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. Volta Finance’s actual results, portfolio composition and performance may differ materially from the impression created by the forward-looking statements. AXA IM does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking statements.

    Any target information is based on certain assumptions as to future events which may not prove to be realised. Due to the uncertainty surrounding these future events, the targets are not intended to be and should not be regarded as profits or earnings or any other type of forecasts. There can be no assurance that any of these targets will be achieved. In addition, no assurance can be given that the investment objective will be achieved.

    The figures provided that relate to past months or years and past performance cannot be relied on as a guide to future performance or construed as a reliable indicator as to future performance. Throughout this review, the citation of specific trades or strategies is intended to illustrate some of the investment methodologies and philosophies of Volta Finance, as implemented by AXA IM. The historical success or AXA IM’s belief in the future success, of any of these trades or strategies is not indicative of, and has no bearing on, future results.

    The valuation of financial assets can vary significantly from the prices that the AXA IM could obtain if it sought to liquidate the positions on behalf of the Volta Finance due to market conditions and general economic environment. Such valuations do not constitute a fairness or similar opinion and should not be regarded as such.

    Editor: AXA INVESTMENT MANAGERS PARIS, a company incorporated under the laws of France, having its registered office located at Tour Majunga, 6, Place de la Pyramide – 92800 Puteaux. AXA IMP is authorized by the Autorité des Marchés Financiers under registration number GP92008 as an alternative investment fund manager within the meaning of the AIFM Directive.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Sobyanin told how the hotline helps passengers of Moscow transport

    Translartion. Region: Russians Fedetion –

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    The hotline of the Moscow Transport contact center is turning 12 years old. During this time, specialists have received almost 40 million calls, the telegram channel Sergei Sobyanin.

    The hotline is one of the most popular and convenient services for solving any questions about transport. Most often, residents and visitors of the capital call the number: 7 495 539-54-54 or 3210 (from a mobile phone) to clarify the schedule of public transport and the operating hours of railway stations, to find out about the evacuation of a car, as well as the procedure for paying for parking and their location. In addition, Muscovites ask how to return things lost during a trip, and find out the details of paying for travel on transport.

    “For example, in 2024, passengers contacted the contact center almost 200 thousand times on the topic of lost things, about 100 thousand questions were asked about the work of the Troika and the ticket system. Contact center operators consult city residents around the clock and process an average of 6.6 thousand calls per day,” the Moscow Mayor noted.

    Source: Sergei Sobyanin’s Telegram channel @Mos_Sobyanin 

    Since 2019, the hotline has been using artificial intelligence: a voice assistant answers questions about vehicle evacuation.

    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.

    Please Note; This Information is Raw Content Directly from the Information Source. It is access to What the Source Is Stating and Does Not Reflect

    https: //vv.mos.ru/mayor/tkhemes/12651050/

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  • MIL-OSI: Wearable Devices Secures U.S. Patent for Combined Voice and Gesture Control

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Newly allowed patent extends Wearable Devices’ innovative gesture technology into the domain of voice control

    YOKNEAM ILLIT, ISRAEL, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wearable Devices Ltd. (the “Company” or “Wearable Devices”) (Nasdaq: WLDS, WLDSW), a technology growth company specializing in artificial intelligence (“AI”)-powered touchless sensing wearables, today announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has allowed its patent titled “Gesture and Voice-Controlled Interface Device.”

    This patent represents a significant advancement in the Company’s strategic intellectual property (“IP”) portfolio, strengthening global protection for its core innovations in wearable bio-potential sensors. The Company’s IP strategy includes patent families designed to protect a wide spectrum of future applications, ensuring agility in response to emerging global market needs.
    The newly allowed patent enables the integration of gesture recognition with voice control interfaces, introducing personalization features, and combining both neural and voice-based user authentication. This creates a more seamless, secure, and intuitive human-machine interaction.

    The patented technology enables intuitive, hands-free interaction across a wide range of applications. For example, users wearing AI-powered or augmented reality (“AR”) glasses can navigate maps, control audio, and access virtual assistants using natural gestures and voice commands. In smart home applications, a user can use their voice to select a home appliance to control – such as the TV volume or air conditioning temperature – and then use subtle gestures to fine-tune the settings. In multi-user environments, such as smart homes or shared AR systems, the device intelligently recognizes individual users through unique gesture and voice signatures, delivering personalized experiences. In clinical or surgical settings, medical professionals can interact with digital interfaces – scrolling, zooming, or switching views – without compromising sterility, using only in-air gestures and voice cues.

    “Voice control is an essential interface for smart environments, but it often lacks the precision, personalization and the security users need,” said Guy Wagner, President and Chief Scientific Officer of Wearable Devices. “By integrating voice and gesture-based interaction along with neural and voice-based user authentication, we’re bridging that gap, enabling users not only initiate actions by voice but also to fine-tune and personalize device behavior through intuitive gestures. This combination introduces a new dimension of seamless, secure, and intelligent human-computer interaction.”

    About Wearable Devices Ltd.

    Wearable Devices Ltd. is a pioneering growth company revolutionizing human-computer interaction through its AI-powered neural input technology for both consumer and business markets. Leveraging proprietary sensors, software, and advanced AI algorithms, the Company’s innovative products, including the Mudra Band for iOS and Mudra Link for Android, enable seamless, touch-free interaction by transforming subtle finger and wrist movements into intuitive controls. These groundbreaking solutions enhance gaming and the rapidly expanding AR/VR/XR landscapes. The Company offers a dual-channel business model: direct-to-consumer sales and enterprise licensing. Its flagship Mudra Band integrates functional and stylish design with cutting-edge AI to empower consumers, while its enterprise solutions provide businesses with the tools to deliver immersive and interactive experiences. By setting the input standard for the XR market, Wearable Devices is redefining user experiences and driving innovation in one of the fastest-growing tech sectors. Wearable Devices’ ordinary shares and warrants trade on the Nasdaq under the symbols “WLDS” and “WLDSW,” respectively.

    Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer

    This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that are intended to be covered by the “safe harbor” created by those sections. Forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and describe our future plans, strategies and expectations, can generally be identified by the use of forward-looking terms such as “believe,” “expect,” “may,” “should,” “could,” “seek,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “estimate,” “anticipate” or other comparable terms. For example, we are using forward-looking statements when we discuss our IP strategy and the benefits and advantages of it, emerging global market needs and the benefits and advantages of newly patented technology. All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this press release regarding our strategies, prospects, financial condition, operations, costs, plans and objectives are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance. Instead, they are based only on our current beliefs, expectations and assumptions regarding the future of our business, future plans and strategies, projections, anticipated events and trends, the economy and other future conditions. Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of our control. Our actual results and financial condition may differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should not rely on any of these forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause our actual results and financial condition to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements include, among others, the following: the trading of our ordinary shares or warrants and the development of a liquid trading market; our ability to successfully market our products and services; the acceptance of our products and services by customers; our continued ability to pay operating costs and ability to meet demand for our products and services; the amount and nature of competition from other security and telecom products and services; the effects of changes in the cybersecurity and telecom markets; our ability to successfully develop new products and services; our success establishing and maintaining collaborative, strategic alliance agreements, licensing and supplier arrangements; our ability to comply with applicable regulations; and the other risks and uncertainties described in our annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed on March 20, 2025 and our other filings with the SEC. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.

    Investor Relations Contact

    Michal Efraty
    IR@wearabledevices.co.il

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  • MIL-OSI: Aemetis India Plant Visited by U.S. Consul General

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CUPERTINO, Calif., April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aemetis, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTX), a diversified global renewable natural gas and biofuels company, announced the Company’s subsidiary in India, Universal Biofuels, has been working with the U.S. government to support the success of American interests in India. Aemetis owns and operates an 80 million gallon per year biodiesel production facility in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. The U.S. Consul General, Jennifer Larson, recently toured the Universal biodiesel plant along with staff from the consulate to further the collaboration with Aemetis. 

    India is committed to the production and use of biofuels to expand markets for agricultural products and to utilize waste materials to improve air quality. The target set in the India National Policy on Biofuels is an increase in the blend of biodiesel from 1% to 5%. The meeting and plant tour by Jennifer Larson, the U.S. Consul General based in Hyderabad, India, focused on understanding the implications of India biofuels policies to expand the production of renewable fuels by Universal Biofuels.

    “Diesel engine emissions are a significant contributor to air pollution and a cause of significant public health problems in India,” said Eric McAfee, Chairman and CEO of Aemetis. “The Universal Biofuels facility in India has invested in the expansion of production capacity to meet India’s goal of a 5% biodiesel blend and facilitate the reduction of air pollution from diesel engine exhaust. The visit by the Consul General is representative of the level of engagement by all parties to generate the many benefits of renewable fuels in India.”

    “The adoption of new policies in India that facilitate access to feedstocks supports our plans to raise the capital and invest the resources into growing our production capacity,” said Sanjeev Duggal, CEO of Universal Biofuels. “We look forward to continuing the work with the consulate and view the visit by Ms. Larson as a critical step forward that is an important sign of support for our business.” 

    Aemetis’ Universal Biofuels subsidiary is one of the largest biodiesel producers in India, having been in operation for more than 17 years. Universal Biofuels increased its annual biodiesel production capacity from 60 million gallons to 80 million gallons in the past year, with further biodiesel expansion to other locations and diversification into biogas production planned during the next twelve months. To support further growth, Universal Biofuels is preparing for an IPO in India, aiming for completion in late 2025 or the first half of 2026, subject to continued favorable stock market conditions.

    Universal Biofuels completed $112 million of biodiesel and glycerin shipments in the twelve months ended September 2024, including deliveries to the three government-owned oil marketing companies under a cost-plus contract. Shipments of biodiesel to OMCs are expected to begin again this month under the next round of biodiesel contracts. 

    About Aemetis

    Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Aemetis is a renewable natural gas and biofuels company focused on the operation, acquisition, development, and commercialization of innovative technologies that support energy independence and security. Founded in 2006, Aemetis operates and is expanding a California biogas digester network and pipeline system to convert dairy waste into renewable natural gas. Aemetis owns and operates a 65 million gallon per year ethanol production facility in California’s Central Valley near Modesto that also supplies about 80 dairies with animal feed. Aemetis owns and operates an 80 million gallon per year biofuels facility on the East Coast of India producing high quality distilled biodiesel and refined glycerin. Aemetis is developing a sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel biorefinery and a carbon sequestration project in California. For additional information about Aemetis, please visit www.aemetis.com.

    Safe Harbor Statement

    This news release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding assumptions, projections, expectations, targets, intentions or beliefs about future events or other statements that are not historical facts. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, projections of financial results; IPO plans; statements related to the development, engineering, financing, construction, timing, and operation of biodiesel, biogas, sustainable aviation fuel, CO2 sequestration, and other facilities; our ability to promote, develop, finance, and construct such facilities; and statements about future market prices and results of government actions. Words or phrases such as “anticipates,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “predicts,” “projects,” “targets,” “view,” “will likely result,” “will continue” or similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on current assumptions and predictions and are subject to many risks and uncertainties. Actual results or events could differ materially from those set forth or implied by such forward-looking statements and related assumptions due to certain factors, including, without limitation, competition in the ethanol, biodiesel and other industries in which we operate, commodity market risks including those that may result from current weather conditions, financial market risks, customer adoption, counter-party risks, risks associated with changes to government policy or regulation, and other risks detailed in our reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Reports on Form 10-K, and in our other filings with the SEC. We are not obligated, and do not intend, to update any of these forward-looking statements at any time unless an update is required by applicable securities laws.

    Company Investor Relations
    Media Contact:
    Todd Waltz
    (408) 213-0940
    investors@aemetis.com

    External Investor Relations
    Contact:
    Kirin Smith
    PCG Advisory Group
    (646) 863-6519
    ksmith@pcgadvisory.com

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  • MIL-OSI: ManTech Names Eric Mellinger Vice President of Business Development for Defense Sector

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    HERNDON, Va., April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ManTech, a leading provider of AI and mission-focused technology solutions, has promoted Eric “Mell” Mellinger to be Vice President of Business Development for the company’s Defense Sector.

    “With 30 years’ experience in senior-level military roles, Mell holds deep understanding of U.S. armed forces’ mission technology needs in virtually every battle scenario,” said David Hathaway, President of ManTech’s Defense Sector. “His strong alignment with every DoD agency is a win not only for ManTech, but for national security itself.”

    Since joining ManTech in 2019, Mellinger has been an instrumental force driving multiple DoD contract wins, including nearly $1 billion with the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab (MCWL) and Deputy Commandant for Information (DCI) in 2024.

    Prior to joining ManTech, Mellinger served as Senior Professional Staff Member for the House Armed Services Committee (HASC) focused on Defense Reform, helping develop the agenda for modernizing U.S. warfighting capabilities. During his military service, he commanded global crisis response missions in the Middle East, Africa and Indo-Pacific region.

    Mellinger graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy and cross-commissioned into the U.S. Marine Corps. He holds M.S. degrees from National Defense University and Marine Corps University.

    About ManTech
    ManTech provides mission-focused technology solutions and services for U.S. Defense, Intelligence and Federal Civilian agencies. In business for more than 57 years, we are a leading provider of AI solutions that power full-spectrum cyber, data collection & analytics, enterprise IT, high-end engineering and software application development solutions that support national and homeland security. Additional information on ManTech can be found at www.mantech.com.

    Media Contact: 
    Jim Crawford 
    ManTech 
    Executive Director, External Communications 
    (M) 703-498-7315 
    James.Crawford2@ManTech.com

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