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  • MIL-OSI USA: FDA Requests Sarepta Therapeutics Suspend Distribution of Elevidys and Places Clinical Trials on Hold for Multiple Gene Therapy Products Following 3 Deaths

    Source: US Department of Health and Human Services – 3

    For Immediate Release:
    July 18, 2025

    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced it has placed Sarepta Therapeutics investigational gene therapy clinical trials for limb girdle muscular dystrophy on clinical hold following three deaths potentially related to these products and new safety concerns that the study participants are or would be exposed to an unreasonable and significant risk of illness or injury. The FDA has also revoked Sarepta’s platform technology designation.
    The FDA leadership also met with Sarepta Therapeutics and requested it voluntarily stop all shipments of Elevidys today. The company refused to do so.  
    “Today, we’ve shown that this FDA takes swift action when patient safety is at risk.” said FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, M.D., M.P.H. “We believe in access to drugs for unmet medical needs but are not afraid to take immediate action when a serious safety signal emerges.”
    The three deaths appear to have been a result of acute liver failure in individuals treated with Elevidys or investigational gene therapy using the same AAVrh74 serotype that is used in Elevidys. One of the fatalities occurred during a clinical trial conducted under an investigational new drug application for the treatment of Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.
    “Protecting patient safety is our highest priority, and the FDA will not allow products whose harms are greater than benefits. The FDA will halt any clinical trial of an investigational product if clinical trial participants would be exposed to an unreasonable and significant risk of illness or injury,” said Director of the FDA’s Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research Vinay Prasad, M.D., M.P.H.
    Elevidys is an adeno-associated virus vector-based gene therapy using Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc.’s AAVrh74 Platform Technology for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). It is designed to deliver into the body a gene that leads to production of Elevidys micro-dystrophin, a shortened protein (138 kDa, compared to the 427 kDa dystrophin protein of normal muscle cells) that contains selected domains of the dystrophin protein present in normal muscle cells. The product is administered as a single intravenous dose.
    Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a rare and serious genetic condition which worsens over time, leading to weakness and wasting away of the body’s muscles. The disease occurs due to a defective gene that results in abnormalities in, or absence of, dystrophin, a protein that helps keep the body’s muscle cells intact.
    Further, today, the FDA revoked the platform technology designation for Sarepta’s AAVrh74 Platform Technology because, among other things, given the new safety information, the preliminary evidence is insufficient to demonstrate that AAVrh74 Platform Technology has the potential to be incorporated in, or utilized by, more than one drug without an adverse effect on safety.
    Elevidys received traditional approval for use in ambulatory DMD patients 4 years of age and older with a confirmed mutation in the DMD gene on June 20, 2024. It was approved for non-ambulatory patients on June 22, 2023 under the accelerated approval pathway. This pathway can allow earlier approval based on an effect on a surrogate endpoint or intermediate clinical endpoint that is reasonably likely to predict clinical benefit, while the company conducts confirmatory studies to verify the predicted clinical benefit. Continued approval for non-ambulatory patients is contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in a confirmatory trial. Given the new safety information, The FDA has notified the company that the indication should be restricted to use in ambulatory patients. The FDA is committed to further investigating the safety of the product in ambulatory patients and will take additional steps to protect patients as needed.
    The FDA is continuing to investigate the risk of acute liver failure with serious outcomes, including those such as hospitalization and death, following gene therapies using Sarepta’s AAVrh74 Platform Technology, and the need for further regulatory actions.
    More information:

    Consumer:888-INFO-FDA

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    The FDA, an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, protects the public health by assuring the safety, effectiveness, and security of human and veterinary drugs, vaccines and other biological products for human use, and medical devices. The agency also is responsible for the safety and security of our nation’s food supply, cosmetics, dietary supplements, radiation-emitting electronic products, and for regulating tobacco products.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: News 07/17/2025 Blackburn, Skrmetti Call for FTC Investigation Into Questionable Online Marketing of Alternatives to FDA-Approved Weight Loss Medications

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn)
    WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti (R-Tenn.) sent a letter to Andrew Ferguson, Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), urging the FTC to investigate shady online marketing practices of GLP-1 receptor agonists.
    These drugs are increasingly being advertised as alternatives to FDA-approved weight loss medications like Ozempic and are being advertised in ways that mislead consumers and undermine both public health and the integrity of the pharmaceutical marketplace.
    Foreign Criminals and Con Artists Are Hijacking the FDA-Approved Weight Loss Drug Market
    “The FDA-approved GLP-1 medications are life-changing for millions of patients and resulted from decades of research and testing. Amid the unprecedented demand for these miracle medicines, foreign criminals and con artists are defrauding and endangering Americans by selling and shipping counterfeit or deceptively-marketed GLP-1 drugs and active ingredients. Many sellers of these drugs advertise directly to consumers on social media, claiming that their products are an easier and more affordable way to obtain GLP-1 drugs.”
    Study Finds Most Websites Do Not Disclose GLP-1 Drugs Aren’t FDA-Approved

    “Federal law requires that advertising for drugs be ‘truthful, non-misleading and accurate.’ A recent peer-reviewed analysis… reviewed online sales advertising for compounded GLP-1 medications between July and September 20243. The findings of the analysis were disturbing. The authors of the study report that ‘most websites did not disclose that compounded GLP-1 RAS were not FDA approved, although some suggested these drugs were FDA approved. Many websites provided limited safety information and unauthorized efficacy claims. Some websites did not disclose that these medications were compounded or incorrectly referred to them as generic.’ More than a third of the sites failed to include precautions, warnings, or contraindications. Fourteen percent even failed to disclose adverse effects. Moreover, many of these sites employed aggressive and manipulative marketing tactics that closely resemble those used in unscrupulous supplement sales, including celebrity endorsements, discount countdown timers, and testimonial-heavy landing pages. Consumers are often directed through low-barrier ‘consultations’ that circumvent the more thorough medical evaluation such a prescription should require.”
    Manipulative Marketing Has Resulted in Severe Harm to Unsuspecting Consumers 

    “These illicit activities have already resulted in severe harm to unsuspecting users. To date, there have been over 900 adverse events associated with compounded versions of the two leading therapies in this class – trizepitide and semaglutide – including at least 17 deaths. These are not isolated incidents. What we are seeing is a growing commercial ecosystem that relies on the facade of legitimacy, all the while sidestepping appropriate regulatory oversight. Consumers seeking to improve their health are funneled through online evaluations and presented with products that may well pose genuine medical risks, all while being told they are receiving the same benefits as prescription medications that have passed FDA review.”

    The FTC Should Investigate These Marketing Practices

    “Traditionally the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) plays an important complementary role alongside the FDA in protecting consumers from false advertising practices related to drugs. Your authority is clear under Section 5 of the FTC Act. We urge the Commission to initiate a formal investigation into these advertising practices by companies marketing GLP-1 drugs-whether compounded, counterfeit, or otherwise misrepresented-and consider enforcement actions where warranted. We also encourage the FTC to work with the FDA to issue clear guidance regarding the marketing of compounded pharmaceuticals, particularly those marketed as substitutes for regulated medications. The risks to consumers are real and growing. As an elected representative of the people of Tennessee and the State’s chief legal officer, we know that deceptive marketing practices like these undermine consumer trust and put people at serious risk. Swift action will help protect public health and reaffirm the Commission’s role in ensuring ‘truthful, non-misleading and accurate’ advertising of sensitive products consumers are putting into their bodies.”

    Click here to read the full letter.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: The One Big Beautiful Bill Boosts Small Businesses

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Idaho Mike Crapo

    Washington, D.C.–The One Big Beautiful Bill Act delivers targeted relief to America’s small businesses, making their tax deduction permanent, repealing onerous IRS reporting regulations and enabling workers to benefit from businesses’ success.
    “Freeing small businesses from onerous reporting requirements and providing them certainty through a permanent small business deduction allows them to expand and invest,” said Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho). “That means more jobs and higher wages in our local communities, on top of new provisions that allow taxpayers to keep more of their hard-earned paychecks.”
    Key wins:
    Permanent small business deduction, enabling job creation and spurring local economic activity.
    No tax on tips for millions of tipped workers.
    No tax on overtime for millions of America’s hourly workers.
    Repeals the Democrats’ onerous IRS reporting requirements on gig workers.
    Increases the 1099-MISC threshold, reducing the paperwork burden for small businesses and workers.
    What they are saying:
    “H.R. 1 extends the pro-growth policies from the TCJA and builds on their success, expanding key incentives from the 2017 law while introducing new provisions that further support manufacturing investment in the United States.” – National Association of Manufacturers
    “Making the small business deduction permanent is NFIB’s number one legislative priority and the most important thing Congress can do to help small businesses and their workers.” – National Federation of Independent Businesses
    “The ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill,’ now on its way to President Donald J. Trump for his signature, includes tax policies that will strengthen the restaurant and foodservice industry, enabling restaurant owners and operators across the country to create jobs, invest in their business and provide certainty for their local economies.” – National Restaurant Association

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  • MIL-OSI: Purpose Investments Inc. Announces July 2025 Distributions

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Purpose Investments Inc. (“Purpose”) is pleased to announce distributions for the month of July 2025 for its open-end exchange traded funds and closed-end funds (“the Funds”).

    The ex-distribution date for all Open-End Funds is July 29, 2025. The ex-distribution date for all closed-end funds is July 31, 2025.

    Open-End Funds Ticker
    Symbol    		 Distribution
    per
    share/unit    		 Record
    Date    		 Payable
    Date    		 Distribution
    Frequency
    Apple (AAPL) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Units APLY $0.1667 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Canadian Financial Income Fund – ETF Series BNC $0.1225¹ 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Global Bond Fund – ETF Units BND $0.0866 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Berkshire Hathaway (BRK) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Units BRKY $0.1500 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Bitcoin Yield ETF – ETF Units BTCY $0.0850 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Bitcoin Yield ETF – ETF Non-Currency Hedged Units BTCY.B $0.0970 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Bitcoin Yield ETF – ETF USD Units BTCY.U US $0.0815 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Credit Opportunities Fund – ETF Units CROP $0.0875 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Credit Opportunities Fund – ETF USD Units CROP.U US $0.0975 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Ether Yield – ETF Units ETHY $0.0405 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Ether Yield ETF – ETF Non-Currency Hedged Units ETHY.B $0.0500 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Ether Yield ETF – ETF Units Non-Currency Hedged USD Units ETHY.U US $0.0395 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Global Flexible Credit Fund – ETF Units FLX $0.0461 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Global Flexible Credit Fund – Non-Currency Hedged – ETF Units FLX.B $0.0551 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Global Flexible Credit Fund – Non-Currency Hedged USD – ETF Units FLX.U US $0.0385 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Global Bond Class – ETF Units IGB $0.0723¹ 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Microsoft (MSFT) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF units MSFY $0.1300 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Enhanced Premium Yield Fund – ETF Series PAYF $0.1375¹ 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Total Return Bond Fund – ETF Series PBD $0.0590¹ 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Core Dividend Fund – ETF Series PDF $0.1050¹ 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Enhanced Dividend Fund – ETF Series PDIV $0.0950¹ 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Real Estate Income Fund – ETF Series PHR $0.0720¹ 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose International Dividend Fund – ETF Series PID $0.0780 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Monthly Income Fund – ETF Series PIN $0.0830¹ 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Multi-Asset Income Fund – ETF Units PINC $0.0840 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Conservative Income Fund – ETF Series PRP $0.0600¹ 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Premium Yield Fund – ETF Series PYF $0.1100¹ 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Premium Yield Fund Non-Currency Hedged – ETF Series PYF.B $0.1230¹ 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Premium Yield Fund Non-Currency Hedged – ETF USD Series PYF.U US $0.1200¹ 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Core Equity Income Fund – ETF Series RDE $0.0875¹ 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Emerging Markets Dividend Fund – ETF Units REM $0.0950 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Canadian Preferred Share Fund – ETF Units RPS $0.0950 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose US Preferred Share Fund – ETF Series RPU $0.0940 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose US Preferred Share Fund Non-Currency Hedged – ETF Units2 RPU.B / RPU.U $0.0940 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Strategic Yield Fund – ETF Units SYLD $0.0970 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    AMD (AMD) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Series YAMD $0.2500 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Amazon (AMZN) Yield Shares Purpose ETF- ETF Units YAMZ $0.4000 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Broadcom (AVGO) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Series YAVG $0.1800 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Coinbase (COIN) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Series YCON $0.3000 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Costco (COST) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Series YCST $0.1200 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Alphabet (GOOGL) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Units YGOG $0.2500 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Tech Innovators Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Series YMAG $0.2000 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    META (META) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Series YMET $0.2400 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Netflix (NFLX) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Series YNET $0.1500 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    NVIDIA (NVDA) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Units YNVD $0.7500 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Palantir (PLTR) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Series YPLT $0.4000 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Tesla (TSLA) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Units YTSL $0.5500 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    UnitedHealth Group (UHN) Yield Shares Purpose ETF – ETF Series YUNH $0.1100 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
               
    Closed-End Funds Ticker
    Symbol    		 Distribution
    per
    share/unit    		 Record
    Date    		 Payable
    Date    		 Distribution
    Frequency
    Big Banc Split Corp, Class A BNK $0.1200¹ 07/31/2025 08/14/2025 Monthly
    Big Banc Split Corp – Preferred Shares BNK.PR.A $0.0700¹ 07/31/2025 08/14/2025 Monthly
     

    Estimated July 2025 Distributions for Purpose USD Cash Management Fund, Purpose Cash Management Fund, Purpose High Interest Savings Fund, and Purpose US Cash Fund

    The July 2025 distribution rates for Purpose USD Cash Management Fund, Purpose Cash Management Fund, Purpose High Interest Savings Fund, and Purpose US Cash Fund are estimated to be as follows:

    Fund Name Ticker
    Symbol    		 Estimated
    Distribution
    per unit    		 Record
    Date    		 Payable
    Date    		 Distribution
    Frequency
    Purpose USD Cash Management Fund – ETF Units MNU.U US $0.3851 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose Cash Management Fund – ETF Units MNY $0.2450 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose High Interest Savings Fund – ETF Units PSA $0.1182 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
    Purpose US Cash Fund – ETF Units PSU.U US $0.3856 07/29/2025 08/05/2025 Monthly
     

    Purpose expects to issue a press release on or about July 28, 2025, which will provide the final distribution rate for Purpose USD Cash Management Fund, Purpose Cash Management Fund, Purpose High Interest Savings Fund, and Purpose US Cash Fund. The ex-distribution date will be July 29, 2025.

    1. Dividend is designated as an “eligible” Canadian dividend for purposes of the Income Tax Act (Canada) and any similar provincial and territorial legislation.
    2. Purpose US Preferred Share Fund Non-Currency Hedged – ETF Units have both a CAD and USD purchase option. Distribution per unit is declared in CAD, however, the USD purchase option (RPU.U) distribution will be made in the USD equivalent. Conversion into USD will use the end-of-day foreign exchange rate prevailing on the ex-distribution date.

    About Purpose Investments Inc.

    Purpose Investments is an asset management company with more than $24 billion in assets under management. Purpose Investments has an unrelenting focus on client-centric innovation and offers a range of managed and quantitative investment products. Purpose Investments is led by well-known entrepreneur Som Seif and is a division of Purpose Unlimited, an independent technology-driven financial services company.

    For further information please contact:
    Keera Hart
    Keera.Hart@kaiserpartners.com
    905-580-1257

    Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investment fund investments. Please read the prospectus and other disclosure documents before investing. Investment funds are not covered by the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government deposit insurer. There can be no assurance that the full amount of your investment in a fund will be returned to you. If the securities are purchased or sold on a stock exchange, you may pay more or receive less than the current net asset value. Investment funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated.

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  • MIL-OSI: The Genius Act is approved: Mint Miner opens a new era of cloud mining for all, turning cryptocurrency into daily income

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Chicago, Illinois, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the wave of technological democratization sweeps the world, the concept of “everyone has the right to participate in technological innovation” advocated by the “Genius Act” is accelerating in the crypto industry.

    Mint Miner, the world’s leading green cloud mining platform, officially announced the launch of the “National Cloud Mining Plan” in response to the spirit of the “Genius Act”, so that everyone can have their own digital computing power and continue to obtain passive income.

    The plan features a “0 threshold, 0 equipment, 0 technical requirements” participation mechanism, without the need to purchase expensive mining machines or professional knowledge. Users only need to register a Mint Miner account through their mobile phone or web page to start exclusive cloud computing power with one click, and participate in the intelligent mining of mainstream crypto assets such as Bitcoin, Litecoin, DOGE, etc. The platform will automatically distribute income every day to realize the vision of “empowering ordinary people with technology”.

    Three highlights of Mint Miner cloud mining: 
    ✅ Multi-currency support: including Bitcoin (BTC), Dogecoin (DOGE), Ethereum (ETH), Litecoin (LTC), XRP, SOL, BCH and other digital currency settlements. 
    ✅ Daily stable income: The system automatically distributes income and can be withdrawn at any time. 
    ✅ Green computing power support: 100% green energy data center, low carbon and environmentally friendly. 

    This plan also provides a $15 cloud computing power registration reward for new users, so that the “technology dividend” can truly benefit the world. 

    Join the Mint Miner cloud mining plan in three simple steps 

    1. Visit the Mint Miner official website, fill in the username, email, and password to complete the registration. 
    2.  Select the cloud mining contract. The platform provides a variety of contract plans. You can choose the contract that suits you according to your own financial situation. The following are some of the popular mining contracts:

    [New User Experience Contract]: Investment amount: $100, contract period: 2 days, maturity income: $100 + $10
    [Avalon Miner A13]: Investment amount: $500, contract period: 5 days, maturity income: $500 + $30.5
    [Bitcoin Miner S19 XP+ Hyd]: Investment amount: $1,500, contract period: 9 days, maturity income: $1,500 + $178.2
    [ETC Miner E9 Pro]: Investment amount: $3,200, contract period: 14 days, maturity income: $3,200 + $672
    [Antminer L7 ]: Investment amount: $5,200, contract period: 20 days, maturity income: $5,200 + $1,612
    [Bitcoin MinerS21+ Hyd]: Investment amount: $10,000, contract period: 28 days, maturity income: $10,000 + $4,760

    For more contracts, please visit the Mint Miner platform

    3. Start mining and enjoy daily income: After successfully purchasing the contract, the daily income will be automatically deposited into the account balance, which can be withdrawn or reinvested at any time.

    Mint Miner’s global data center network currently covers more than 180 countries, relying on green energy and AI scheduling systems to provide stable and efficient mining capabilities. The platform has not only obtained compliance certifications in many countries, but also integrated the security protection systems of McAfee® and Cloudflare® to ensure the safety of user assets.

    Let every ordinary person have the opportunity to become a builder of digital wealth.

    The “Genius Act” emphasizes that technology should be used by humans, not dominate human life. It advocates the construction of a people-oriented digital society to protect personal privacy, free choice and value dignity.

    Mint Miner interprets the value extension of the “Genius Act” in the blockchain field with practical actions-releasing individual potential, breaking monopolies, and allowing ordinary people to master their own future in the crypto economy.

    Join Mint Miner now to start your cloud mining journey

    Media Contact:
    Contact Email: info@mintminer.com
    Official Website: https://mintminer.com/

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  • MIL-OSI: Ethereum Surges to $3,400 as ALL4 Mining Fuels a New Era of Crypto Investors in 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Houston, Texas, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has broken past the significant $3,400 mark, signaling renewed confidence in the blockchain giant. As Ethereum powers forward with smart contract innovations and ecosystem dominance, platforms like ALL4 Mining are playing a crucial role in allowing everyday users to tap into ETH’s growing potential — even without advanced crypto knowledge.
    This year’s rally isn’t just about price spikes. It’s about accessibility, smart investing, and platforms like ALL4 Mining that make cryptocurrency income possible for the masses. Ethereum’s momentum is real — and ALL4 Mining is helping users everywhere ride the wave by converting cloud mining rewards into long-term ETH wealth.

    Ethereum at $3,400: What’s Behind the Surge?
    Ethereum’s explosive growth in 2025 is the result of several powerful market forces and technological achievements:

    ●Proof-of-Stake Efficiency: Ethereum’s full shift to PoS has slashed energy usage and strengthened security.

    ●Layer-2 Solutions Booming: Arbitrum, Optimism, and zkSync are accelerating transaction speeds and reducing fees.

    ●DeFi Revival: Leading platforms like Aave, Uniswap, and Curve are regaining massive user bases.
    NFT & Gaming Integration: Ethereum remains the top blockchain for digital collectibles and metaverse games.

    ●Institutional Adoption: Banks, enterprises, and governments are building on Ethereum like never before.

    ●As a result, investor confidence is at a new high, and ETH is reclaiming its throne as the cornerstone of decentralized innovation.
    ALL4 Mining: Your Ethereum On-Ramp with Daily Crypto Income
    ALL4 Mining is more than just a cloud mining platform. It’s a gateway to Ethereum ownership for users in over 200 countries. With no mining rigs, no technical setup, and no cryptocurrency experience required, ALL4 Mining simplifies the process of earning Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Dogecoin that can be easily converted to Ethereum.
    This makes the platform an ideal entry point for users who want to benefit from the rise of Ethereum without having to buy or trade directly on an exchange.
    ALL4 Mining Key Features:

    ◆Get $15 in free rewards when you sign up

    ◆Up to $0.60 in daily mining income – no investment required

    ◆Bank-level security with Cloudflare firewall and McAfee-level encryption

    ◆Full mobile control with support for iOS, Android, and Google

    ◆Global access + 24/7 support to keep you making money

    Whether you’re a student, part-time worker, or entrepreneur, ALL4 Mining makes it easy for you to earn ETH.

    How to Turn Mined Coins into Ethereum on ALL4 Mining
    The process is simple, efficient, and fully optimized for beginners. Users can start mining BTC, LTC, or DOGE in just a few taps. Once enough rewards have been accumulated, ALL4 Mining allows direct conversion to Ethereum, allowing users to accumulate ETH over time.
    Ethereum Accumulation Strategy:
    1.Sign up with ALL4 Mining and claim your $15 bonus
    2.Activate a mining plan – or mine for free daily
    3.Get a steady income in DOGE, BTC, or LTC
    4.Convert to Ethereum in-app
    5.Withdraw or hold ETH for long-term gains
    This approach reduces reliance on volatile trading and creates a truly passive path into the Ethereum ecosystem.

    Mining Plans for Every Type of Ethereum Investor
    ALL4 Mining supports a wide range of budgets, offering clear and powerful ROI across its cloud mining contracts. Every plan includes guaranteed uptime, instant rewards, and the flexibility to reinvest in Ethereum or withdraw anytime.

    BTC basic computing power: investment amount: $100, contract period: 2 days, daily income of $4.0, expiration income: $100 + $8

    LTC [classic computing power contract]: investment amount: $600, contract period: 6 days, daily income of $7.2, expiration income: $600 + $43.2

    BTC [classic computing power contract]: investment amount: $3,000, contract period: 20 days, daily income of $42, expiration income: $3,000 + $840

    DOGE [classic computing power contract]: investment amount: $5,000, contract period: 31 days, daily income of $74, expiration income: $5,000 + $2,294

    BTC [advanced computing power contract]: investment amount: $10,000, contract period: 40 days, daily income of $170, expiration income: $10,000 + $680

    BTC [advanced computing power contract]: investment amount: 50,000 USD, contract period: 48 days, daily income: USD 930, maturity income: USD 50,000 + USD 44,640

    BTC [Super Computing Power Contract]: Investment amount: USD 150,000, contract period: 45 days, daily income: USD 3,000, maturity income: USD 150,000 + USD 135,000

    No matter your level of investment, you can start mining today and build Ethereum holdings tomorrow — all without the stress of trading or hardware costs.

    Ethereum’s Future: Is $4,000 Next?
    With ETH breaking through $3,400, the market is speculating whether a push toward $4,000 is next. Given Ethereum’s constant evolution and mainstream integration, such a move looks more and more likely.
    Here’s what’s keeping the bullish sentiment alive:
     New dApps and DeFi tools launching weekly
     Massive developer ecosystem continues to expand
    Institutional ETH staking surging
     Deflationary supply model reducing circulating ETH
    ETH is no longer just a speculative asset — it’s a cornerstone of modern finance, powering smart contracts, Web3 identities, and next-gen fintech products.

    ALL4 Mining + Ethereum = Your 2025 Crypto Wealth Formula

    As Ethereum becomes more valuable and more essential to the blockchain ecosystem, earning ETH passively through mining is proving to be a smart and scalable strategy.

    ALL4 Mining makes it possible.

    From $15 sign-up bonuses to advanced mining plans and ETH conversions, users can now earn daily, grow weekly, and hold long-term Ethereum gains — all from their phone.

    Ready to Earn Ethereum the Smart Way?

    The Ethereum ecosystem is booming and its price is soaring. Thanks to ALL4 Mining’s cloud mining innovation, the door is open to join this revolution.

    Don’t just buy Ethereum. Join ALL4 Mining, mine, earn, and grow.

    Visit now: https://all4mining.com

    Customer Service: info@all4mining.com

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Oregon State Treasury Announces Hiring of New Director of Private Market Investments

    Source: US State of Oregon

    he Oregon State Treasury announced today the hiring of Tad Fergusson, CFA, as Director of Private Market investments. Fergusson will start at Treasury in his new role on July 28.

    Fergusson joins Treasury with nearly three decades of experience in institutional investing and portfolio management. In his position, he will play a key leadership role in overseeing Oregon’s private markets investments on behalf of the Oregon Public Employees Retirement Fund (OPERF) and other state trust funds.

    Oregon State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner said, “Private market investments are an important part of Oregon’s portfolio. Tad brings his experience and expertise to Treasury at a time when global economic uncertainty makes our investment decisions more complex. I welcome Tad to Treasury and look forward to working with him.”

    Prior to joining Treasury, Fergusson has served as Managing Principal at Meketa Investment Group since 2019, where he advised some of the largest public pension plans in the country across private equity, private credit, and real assets. Previously, he spent more than two decades at Pension Consulting Alliance, leading private equity consulting efforts and guiding strategy for major public pension plans. Fergusson holds an MBA and a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Oregon and is a Chartered Financial Analyst.

    “I’m honored to join the Oregon State Treasury as Director of Private Markets and am grateful for the opportunity to lead this team,” said Tad Fergusson. “As a lifelong Oregonian, I look forward to building strong relationships with our partners and stakeholders as we work together to deliver long-term, sustainable value for Oregon and our state’s public employees.”

    In his new role, Fergusson will oversee Treasury’s private market investments, which has historically been one of the best performing asset classes within OPERF. Over the last 10 years, private equity investments have returned 12.69%, the highest rate of return for any asset class within the retirement fund’s portfolio. With approximately 26% of the portfolio currently allocated to private equity, these investments play a key role in helping to deliver long-term, risk-adjusted returns for Oregon’s public retirees.

    As Director of Private Market Investments, Fergusson will report to Chief Investment Officer Rex Kim. He will join a team of investment professionals responsible for managing Oregon’s globally diversified portfolio on behalf of public entities and beneficiaries of the state retirement system.

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  • MIL-OSI: First National Bank Alaska named one of top banks in the nation by Bank Director magazine

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    ANCHORAGE, Alaska, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bank Director, a leading resource for the financial industry, named First National (OTCQX:FBAK) as the tenth best bank in the United States on its Top 25 Banks list and the third best bank on its Top Banks with Less than $5 Billion in Total Assets list. Bank Director uses four metrics to assess performance: return on equity, return on assets, asset quality and capital adequacy.

    “I’m especially pleased Bank Director recognized the high quality of the bank’s loans, maintained through our philosophy that all loans must not only make sense for the bank, but also be beneficial for the borrower,” said Betsy Lawer, First National Chair and CEO/President. “These accolades are a powerful testament to the leadership, vision, and dedication of First National’s Board of Directors and executive management team, as well as the 621 employees who bring that vision to life every day.”

    Alaska’s community bank since 1922, First National Bank Alaska proudly meets the financial needs of Alaskans with ATMs and 28 locations in 19 communities throughout the state, and by providing banking services to meet their needs across the nation and around the world.

    In 2025, Alaska Business readers voted First National “Best of Alaska Business” in the Best Place to Work category for the 10th year in a row, Best Bank/Credit Union for the fifth time, and Best Customer Service for the second year in a row. That year, Forbes also selected First National as the sixth best bank on their America’s Best Banks list and one of the top two Banks in the State, and Newsweek recognized the bank as one of the nation’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions. The bank was also voted “Best of Alaska” in 2024 in the Anchorage Daily News awards, ranking as one of the top three in the Bank/Financial category for the sixth year in a row. American Banker again recognized First National as a “Best Bank to Work For” in 2024, for the seventh consecutive year.

    For more than a century, the bank has been committed to supporting the communities it serves. In 2024, for the eighth consecutive reporting period, over a span of twenty-four years, First National received an Outstanding Community Reinvestment Act performance rating from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.

    First National Bank Alaska is a Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender, and recognized as a Minority Depository Institution by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, as it is majority-owned by women.

    Contact:
    Corporate Communications
    907-777-3409

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  • MIL-OSI: 2025’s Most Efficient Crypto Mining Platform? AIXA’s AI Has the Answer

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York City, NY, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, one constant remains: the need for reliable, consistent, and scalable ways to grow digital assets. As 2025 unfolds, the industry has moved beyond speculation-driven investments and entered a phase of strategic, technology-backed wealth generation. Enter AIXA Miner, a platform at the forefront of this shift—offering a seamless blend of AI optimization, smart contracts, and renewable-powered mining infrastructure. For investors seeking dependable passive income, AIXA Miner’s carefully structured investment packages are delivering standout results.

    The New Era of Mining Efficiency

    Traditional mining setups are no longer practical for everyday investors. They involve high upfront costs, ongoing maintenance, technical know-how, and expensive power consumption. AIXA Miner solves all of that by providing cloud-based mining solutions that require zero hardware, no setup, and absolutely no technical experience. Investors simply select a plan, activate it, and begin receiving automated daily rewards.

    What differentiates AIXA from other platforms is its AI-powered allocation engine. This intelligent system continuously analyzes mining pool performance, market volatility, hash rate dynamics, and energy efficiency to optimize output across all active contracts. This ensures that every dollar invested is working at peak potential.

    AIXA Miner’s Investment Packages: Designed for All Levels of Investors

    Whether you’re starting with a modest budget or seeking large-scale exposure to the mining sector, AIXA’s packages are designed to offer transparent returns, fixed durations, and a full capital refund at contract maturity.Why These Plans Are Resonating in 2025

    The appeal of these packages lies not only in their attractive ROIs, but also in the flexibility and clear terms of engagement. For instance:

    • DOGE Miner Antminer L7 is an ideal starter package, offering a brief 5-day term that allows users to test the platform and begin generating income with minimal risk.
    • BTC Miner Antminer S17 Pro is favored by users looking for a short-term plan with mid-level capital. Its 13.6% return over 10 days offers a fast turnaround and low barrier to entry.
    • BTC Miner Avalon A15XP-206T represents the sweet spot for serious investors—balancing duration and yield with an ROI that comfortably beats most traditional DeFi or staking options.
      BTC Miner S21e XP Hydro is for those seeking substantial returns in under a month, yielding over $10,000 in profit on a $25,000 investment—all while being powered by hydro energy for maximum sustainability.

    These contracts are built around predictability and performance, offering users peace of mind in a space often defined by volatility.

    AI, Automation, and Passive Income

    AIXA’s investment packages are fully supported by its proprietary AI engine, which functions like a virtual mining manager. Instead of relying on static configurations, the system:

    • Dynamically switches between mining pools for best yield.
    • Adjusts resource usage based on real-time market data.
    • Distributes daily earnings without the need for manual intervention.

    The integration of AI in crypto mining is one of the strongest trends of 2025, and AIXA Miner is ahead of the curve in offering it at scale. Users don’t have to monitor charts, configure hardware, or worry about market fluctuations—the AI handles everything while users benefit from automated profits and capital protection.

    Add-on Value: VIP System & Affiliate Income

    AIXA Miner also introduces powerful auxiliary income channels through its VIP reward tiers and multi-level affiliate program.

    • VIP Status: As your total investment increases, you rise through the VIP ranks (VIP1 to VIP10). Each level unlocks higher daily bonuses, exclusive payouts, and priority support. Top-level members are eligible for cash gifts up to $518,888.
    • Affiliate Program: Users earn lifetime commissions of 5% (Level 1), 2% (Level 2), and 1% (Level 3) on deposits made by referrals. This structure allows even non-investing users to build a passive income stream by simply sharing their link.

    These additional systems incentivize long-term engagement and help community builders, content creators, and crypto enthusiasts to benefit alongside investors.

    AIXA’s Commitment to Transparency and Sustainability

    Operating from Greenwood Village, Colorado, AIXA Miner emphasizes green mining practices, using hydro and renewable energy to power its infrastructure. In a time when energy concerns and ESG factors matter, this eco-conscious model offers a guilt-free pathway to profit.

    Moreover, all contracts are backed by smart contract protocols, ensuring immutable, auditable agreements. There are no hidden fees, no maintenance charges, and no withdrawal restrictions—everything is built to be clear and user-first.

    Final Thoughts

    With over 1 million users globally and a rapidly growing reputation for consistency and innovation, AIXA Miner stands out as 2025’s most efficient and investor-friendly cloud mining platform. Its tiered investment packages make it accessible for everyone—from cautious first-timers to high-stake crypto veterans—while its AI-driven engine and sustainability focus point to where the future of mining is headed.

    If you’re seeking dependable returns without the volatility of trading or the burden of managing hardware, AIXA Miner might just be the answer. With a $20 sign-up bonus and contract plans starting as low as $100, there’s never been a better time to step into smart, sustainable crypto income.

    Learn more or begin your mining journey at: https://aixaminer.com
     Email: info@aixaminer.com
    Address: 5800 S Quebec St, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, US

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  • MIL-OSI: 2025’s Most Efficient Crypto Mining Platform? AIXA’s AI Has the Answer

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York City, NY, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, one constant remains: the need for reliable, consistent, and scalable ways to grow digital assets. As 2025 unfolds, the industry has moved beyond speculation-driven investments and entered a phase of strategic, technology-backed wealth generation. Enter AIXA Miner, a platform at the forefront of this shift—offering a seamless blend of AI optimization, smart contracts, and renewable-powered mining infrastructure. For investors seeking dependable passive income, AIXA Miner’s carefully structured investment packages are delivering standout results.

    The New Era of Mining Efficiency

    Traditional mining setups are no longer practical for everyday investors. They involve high upfront costs, ongoing maintenance, technical know-how, and expensive power consumption. AIXA Miner solves all of that by providing cloud-based mining solutions that require zero hardware, no setup, and absolutely no technical experience. Investors simply select a plan, activate it, and begin receiving automated daily rewards.

    What differentiates AIXA from other platforms is its AI-powered allocation engine. This intelligent system continuously analyzes mining pool performance, market volatility, hash rate dynamics, and energy efficiency to optimize output across all active contracts. This ensures that every dollar invested is working at peak potential.

    AIXA Miner’s Investment Packages: Designed for All Levels of Investors

    Whether you’re starting with a modest budget or seeking large-scale exposure to the mining sector, AIXA’s packages are designed to offer transparent returns, fixed durations, and a full capital refund at contract maturity.Why These Plans Are Resonating in 2025

    The appeal of these packages lies not only in their attractive ROIs, but also in the flexibility and clear terms of engagement. For instance:

    • DOGE Miner Antminer L7 is an ideal starter package, offering a brief 5-day term that allows users to test the platform and begin generating income with minimal risk.
    • BTC Miner Antminer S17 Pro is favored by users looking for a short-term plan with mid-level capital. Its 13.6% return over 10 days offers a fast turnaround and low barrier to entry.
    • BTC Miner Avalon A15XP-206T represents the sweet spot for serious investors—balancing duration and yield with an ROI that comfortably beats most traditional DeFi or staking options.
      BTC Miner S21e XP Hydro is for those seeking substantial returns in under a month, yielding over $10,000 in profit on a $25,000 investment—all while being powered by hydro energy for maximum sustainability.

    These contracts are built around predictability and performance, offering users peace of mind in a space often defined by volatility.

    AI, Automation, and Passive Income

    AIXA’s investment packages are fully supported by its proprietary AI engine, which functions like a virtual mining manager. Instead of relying on static configurations, the system:

    • Dynamically switches between mining pools for best yield.
    • Adjusts resource usage based on real-time market data.
    • Distributes daily earnings without the need for manual intervention.

    The integration of AI in crypto mining is one of the strongest trends of 2025, and AIXA Miner is ahead of the curve in offering it at scale. Users don’t have to monitor charts, configure hardware, or worry about market fluctuations—the AI handles everything while users benefit from automated profits and capital protection.

    Add-on Value: VIP System & Affiliate Income

    AIXA Miner also introduces powerful auxiliary income channels through its VIP reward tiers and multi-level affiliate program.

    • VIP Status: As your total investment increases, you rise through the VIP ranks (VIP1 to VIP10). Each level unlocks higher daily bonuses, exclusive payouts, and priority support. Top-level members are eligible for cash gifts up to $518,888.
    • Affiliate Program: Users earn lifetime commissions of 5% (Level 1), 2% (Level 2), and 1% (Level 3) on deposits made by referrals. This structure allows even non-investing users to build a passive income stream by simply sharing their link.

    These additional systems incentivize long-term engagement and help community builders, content creators, and crypto enthusiasts to benefit alongside investors.

    AIXA’s Commitment to Transparency and Sustainability

    Operating from Greenwood Village, Colorado, AIXA Miner emphasizes green mining practices, using hydro and renewable energy to power its infrastructure. In a time when energy concerns and ESG factors matter, this eco-conscious model offers a guilt-free pathway to profit.

    Moreover, all contracts are backed by smart contract protocols, ensuring immutable, auditable agreements. There are no hidden fees, no maintenance charges, and no withdrawal restrictions—everything is built to be clear and user-first.

    Final Thoughts

    With over 1 million users globally and a rapidly growing reputation for consistency and innovation, AIXA Miner stands out as 2025’s most efficient and investor-friendly cloud mining platform. Its tiered investment packages make it accessible for everyone—from cautious first-timers to high-stake crypto veterans—while its AI-driven engine and sustainability focus point to where the future of mining is headed.

    If you’re seeking dependable returns without the volatility of trading or the burden of managing hardware, AIXA Miner might just be the answer. With a $20 sign-up bonus and contract plans starting as low as $100, there’s never been a better time to step into smart, sustainable crypto income.

    Learn more or begin your mining journey at: https://aixaminer.com
     Email: info@aixaminer.com
    Address: 5800 S Quebec St, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, US

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Murkowski Helps Advance First Four Spending Bills with Alaska Wins

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Alaska Lisa Murkowski
    07.18.25
    Washington, DC – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), a senior member of the Appropriations Committee, voted to advance four bills for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) that contain significant investments for Alaska. The four appropriations bills that passed committee are for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (AG); Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies (MilCon); Commerce, Justice, and Science and Related Agencies (CJS); and Legislative Branch (LEG). All were approved in committee, and will now advance to the Senate floor for consideration.
    “With crucial investments in affordable housing, infrastructure, public safety, and fisheries, we are addressing some of the most pressing challenges faced by Alaskans, and helping the sustainability and future of not only our communities, but our way of life. I am proud to fight for Alaskan priorities and ensure that our state’s needs are met,” said Senator Murkowski.
    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE COMMERCE, JUSTICE, AND SCIENCE (CJS) APPROPRIATIONS BILL
    Supporting NOAA’s Mission in Alaska
    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is a vital partner for the state of Alaska, leveraging partnerships at federal, state, local, and Tribal levels. NOAA provides everything from real time weather forecasts to fisheries monitoring, so that our communities are safe and our way of life is sustainable. To that end, Senator Murkowski prioritized ensuring the agency had programmatic support from the CJS Appropriations Bill to further advance their core missions in Alaska.
    One of the largest wins included $75 million for NOAA to recapitalize vessels, so that the fleet can continue to provide state-of-the-art weather forecasts and fisheries monitoring. The budget also included a $1 million increase for the Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) Regional Observations, which directly supports Alaska’s Ocean Observing System.
    Wins for NOAA Fisheries that will support sustainable seafood harvesting and conserving habitat:
    $10 million increase for Fisheries Surveys to support the historical levels of Alaska trawl surveys and exploring shifting fish stocks
    $3.125 million for the Bycatch Reduction Engineering Program (BREP), an increase of $250,000. This program was established to develop improved fishing practices and gear technologies in the effort of reducing bycatch.
    $4 million for the Fishery Survey Contingency Fund, which was established through the U.S. Treasury to compensate Alaska fishermen for economic losses.
    $5.5 million increase for Salmon Management Activities, which will be used to support the production of 42 million hatchery fish, to help increase the harvest for Tribal, commercial, and recreational fisheries.
    $41.5 million for the Pacific Salmon Treaty, a $500K increase from last fiscal year. This funding will go towards joint United States/Canada management of salmon fishing to prevent over-fishing and provide for optimum harvest
    $58.4 million for Observers and Training, including $2 million for the North Pacific Observer Program. These programs are essential for the conservation and management of fisheries in the Bering Sea, Aleutian Island, and Gulf of Alaska
    Wins for NOAA Weather & Climate Monitoring Systems
    $5 million increase for the National Data Buoy Center (NDBC). The NDBC is a network of monitoring infrastructure that collects and analyzes real-time data to ensure maritime safety.
    $10 million increase for Analyze, Forecast, and Support – includes language supporting tsunami detection and response systems relevant to Alaska.
    Advancing Connectivity in Alaska
    Senator Murkowski has set herself apart with her focus on broadband infrastructure in Alaska, shepherding record investment to the state through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021. She continues to be a leader in the space, inserting report language in the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program that acknowledges Alaska’s challenges with short construction seasons and logistics, laying the groundwork for future flexibility and support if needed. She also directed the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to consider supplemental funding that would ensure rural and remote Tribal projects are completed.
    Promoting Public Safety in Alaska
    Public safety in Alaska is always foremost on Senator Murkowski’s mind—particularly in our rural communities. She used the CJS bill as a vehicle for direct investment towards advancing that goal. The bill includes an increase in funding for the Tribal Youth Program, which does everything from improvements to the juvenile justice system, invest in alcohol and substance abuse prevention programs, and offer mental health services for Tribal youth. She was able to secure a 5% Tribal Set-Aside in the Crime Victims Fund along with strong report language that supports Tribal flexibility and streamlined access. The Senator also included increased funding for Special Tribal Criminal Jurisdiction, with language supporting Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) efforts and improved Department of Justice (DOJ) grant coordination for Native communities. Additionally, the bill follows up on the Government Accountability Office (GAO) report on MMIW with a directive for immediate reporting.
    Alaska faces some of the highest rates of sexual assault per capita of any state, and Senator Murkowski was intent on using the CJS bill to address this crisis. She approved an almost tripling of the Sexual Assault Forensic Exam Grants funding, which will support training and resources for forensic examination of sexual assault survivors. The Senator also included report language directing the Office for Victims of Crime/Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention to support Alaska-specific Child Advocacy Centers.
    The bill also includes funding increases for Transitional Housing Assistance, Underserved Populations Program, Regional Information Sharing Systems, and Veterans Treatment Courts.
    Investing in Arctic Research
    As the leading expert in Congress on Arctic policy and polar affairs, Senator Murkowski uses her position to advance American priorities in the North. The bill provides $9.1 billion, just $60 million below the last enacted level – preserving support for critical Arctic scientific research despite tight fiscal constraints. Arctic research remains a priority, with the National Science Foundation (NSF) playing a key role in supporting long-term monitoring, infrastructure development, and partnerships with Alaska-based institutions and Indigenous communities.
    In addition to broader programmatic funding to help Alaskans, Murkowski was able to secure investments in this bill that are specific to local 17 Alaska communities or entities, projects that have been requested and prioritized by local governments and organizations:
    Anchorage: $305,000 to support the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force in Alaska so they can further advance their mission of catching child sexual predators
    Anchorage: $1.5 million for the University of Alaska Anchorage to acquire specialty equipment that will help propel the institution to be a leader in biotechnological innovation, leveraging Alaska’s Arctic environment
    Bethel: $70,000 for the purchase and installation of a new security system at the Bethel Police Department’s headquarters
    Cordova: $355,000 to update equipment for climate and ecosystem monitoring as part of a ten-year long study of the region
    Fairbanks: $1.5 million to develop drone-borne maritime lidar to count salmon.
    Statewide: $498,000 for the creation and deployment of a Mobile Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) that will provide coordinated care to survivors of sexual assault in rural communities where traditional, stationary services may not be readily available
    Southeast: $500,000 for Sealaska Heritage Institute to develop and implement a sustainable workforce development program to address growth in fisheries and ocean sciences in Southeast Alaska over the next ten years
    Ketchikan: $3 million to upgrade its radio communication system, which has been identified as an essential public safety need in the after-action plan following recent landslides to improve disaster response and community resilience
    Statewide: $2 million for the Alaska Fisheries Development Foundation to modernize and revitalize Alaska’s seafood industry by investing in processing innovation, workforce development, and infrastructure improvements.
    Statewide: $2.5 million for the North Pacific Research Board to investigate how ecosystem changes in the Northern Bering Sea influence species of commercial, ecological, and subsistence importance to inform local, state, and federal fisheries management
    Statewide: $1 million to help implement Next Generation 911, which will improve location accuracy and system resiliency for emergency call centers
    Statewide: $500,000 for the Bering Sea Fisherman’s Association to enable Tribes and Tribal organizations to participate as Cooperating Agencies in environmental analysis and management decisions made by federal agencies that affect subsistence resources.
    Statewide: $165,000 for the Alaska Ocean Observing System to purchase an Imaging Flow CytoBots (IFCBs) to continue monitoring for harmful algal blooms.
    Statewide: $1 million for Alaska Native Women’s Resource Center to support Tribes in implementing survivor-centered and trauma-informed programs in Tribal justice systems
    Statewide: $3.5 million for the Alaska Network on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (ANDVSA) to support their mission of serving survivors of gender-based violence
    Unalaska: $3.5 million for the Bristol Bay Science and Research Institute to genetically analyze chum salmon from the pollock fishery bycatch in the Bering Sea to determine when and where Western Alaska chum salmon are being caught
    Valdez: $5.5 million to replace obsolete and failed emergency services communication towers and equipment
    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE AGRICULTURE, RURAL DEVELOPMENT, FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION, AND RELATED AGENCIES (AG) APPROPRIATIONS BILL
    Investments in housing and community development
    Affordable housing remains one of the most pressing challenges facing Alaska and our country. Senator Murkowski was intent on using the AG spending bill to address this challenge, particularly in rural communities where the cost of development remains prohibitively high. She supported $1.715 billion for the Rental Assistance Program, which will help low-income families around the country with for affordable rental housing in rural areas. She was able to secure $25 million for very low-income housing repair grants so that Alaskans can stay in their homes safely.
    Also included in the legislation was $1.25 billion for direct loans to improve critical infrastructure such as public safety buildings and community centers in rural communities.
    Updating Alaska’s clean water and utility infrastructure
    Senator Murkowski has made it her mission to ensure Alaska has the infrastructure to support daily life – no matter what community Alaskans’ call home. She was able to include $65 million for Rural Water and Waste Disposal Grants, and inserted report language that would prioritize Alaska Native communities. She also was able to secure $8 million for the High Energy Cost Grant Program, which assists energy providers in lowering energy costs for families with extremely high per-household energy costs.
    Bolstering food security and agriculture
    Senator Murkowski has been focused on bolstering Alaska’s food security for many years. She was able to secure a number of Alaska-specific wins, including:
    $5 million for Micro-Grants for Food Security, with report language prioritizing eligibility for reindeer herders, greenhouse growers, and hydroponic farmers
    $5 million for Alaska Native-Serving Institutions to promote equal access to education in rural Alaska and provide sustainable food and energy solutions for Alaska Native communities
    $3.5 million for the Geographically Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers Transportation Program, helping offset high freight costs for Alaskan producers
    $3 million for the FDPIR 638 Contracting Authority Pilot, with direction for the USDA to allow direct purchases of traditional foods directly from small indigenous producers
    $888.9 million for the Summer Food Service Program, with report language supporting the continued implementation of non-congregate meal service to ensure low-income students can eat while school is out
    $1.826 billion for Agricultural Research Service, with continued funding for research on cover crops and cereal grains for northern climates and permafrost regions
    In addition, the bill includes $80 million for The Emergency Food Assistance Program’s storage and distribution funding to ensure rural food banks can receive supplies; a $3 billion increase for Child Nutrition programs, including School Breakfast and School Lunch programs, and the Child and Adult Care Food Program, as well as a $603 million increase to fully fund Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). The bill also directs USDA to work with states, tribes, and local stakeholders to use federal nutrition dollars for the direct purchase of foods from local and regional producers for the various food assistance programs.
    In addition to programmatic funding to help Alaskans, Murkowski was able to secure investments in this bill that are specific for 10 Alaska communities, projects that have been requested and prioritized by local governments and organizations:
    Bethel: $605,000 to establish a permanent Food Bank and Pantry in Bethel
    Eagle: $750,000 for the construction of a fire hall/public safety building for the local fire department and Emergency Medical Services team
    Houston: $1.95 million for the construction of Public Works Facility so preventive maintenance can be performed on equipment
    Kenai: $2.045 million for the installation of telecommunications infrastructure to improve emergency response times and enhance public communications
    Nunapitchuk: $55,000 to develop a Preliminary Investigation Feasibility Report whether the Native Village of Nunapitchuk can pursue a community-wide relocation project in the Nunavakanukakslak Lake-Johnson River Watershed
    Petersburg: $225,000 to purchase emergency response equipment for the local fire department
    Statewide: $4.2 million for Alaska Municipal League to purchase heavy equipment for several communities designed to conduct road improvements and maintain infrastructure in rural Alaska
    Statewide: $750,000 to expand veterinary care in rural Alaska to prevent zoonotic disease outbreaks in communities off the road system
    Whittier: $310,000 for the removal and abatement of asbestos hazards in community housing where 85% of the city’s residents live
    Wrangell: $2.438 million to rehabilitate Wrangell’s Public Safety Building and Emergency Operations Center
    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION, VETERANS AFFAIRS, AND RELATED AGENCIES (MILCON) APPROPRIATIONS BILL
    Ensuring Alaska’s military bases are state-of-the-art facilities
    Senator Murkowski is committed to supporting servicemembers in Alaska to ensure they have access to up-to-date resources as they protect and defend our nation, but also bolster their personal well-being as they adapt to life in Alaska. She secured over $400 million in programmatic funding for a Joint Integrated Testing and Training Center (JITTC) at JBER for the Air Force, a base supply complex at JBER for the Air National Guard, and a barracks at Fort Wainwright for the Army.
    Supporting Alaska’s veterans
    Senator Murkowski was able to secure funding for the construction of State Extended Care Facilities and Veterans Cemeteries. She also secured report language directing the VA to focus on benefits eligibility education for veterans who lack a direct road connection to a VA facility. She also secured her annual bill language to allow for care-sharing agreements between Federally Qualified Health Centers in the State of Alaska and Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations which are party to the Alaska Native Health Compact with the Indian Health Service. She made certain that the VA received full funding for mental health programs, telehealth programs, women veteran gender-specific care programs, homelessness programs, and for the Office of Rural Health.
    In addition to programmatic funding, Murkowski was able to secure investments in this bill that are specific for 3 of Alaska military installations, projects that have been requested and prioritized by the Department of Defense:
    JBER: $45 million to complete the runway extension project for the Air Force.
    Eielson Air Force Base: $6.7 million to finish planning and designing of a new permanent party dormitory for the Air Force.
    Fort Wainwright: $7.7 million to begin the planning and designing of a new dining facility for the Army.
    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE LEGISLATIVE BRANCH (LEG) APPROPRIATIONS BILL
    Senator Murkowski inserted report language in the Legislative Branch FY26 Appropriations Act that incentivizes the Senate Dining Room and food-service facilities in the Capitol to source domestic seafood products, including wild-caught Alaska salmon.

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  • MIL-OSI: GENIUS Act passed! RICH Miner launches XRP-based mining strategy to increase stable income for Ripple holders

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CHICAGO, Illinois, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The United States officially passed the GENIUS Act, and the global cryptocurrency market has reached a critical turning point in compliance and institutionalization.

    The well-known cloud mining platform RICH Miner has launched a liquidity mining strategy based on XRP, providing Ripple holders with an efficient, safe, and low-threshold daily stable income channel.

    The GENIUS Act releases positive news, and the XRP application ecosystem expands:

    The implementation of the GENIUS Act marks the establishment of a regulatory framework for the legal and compliant use of crypto assets by the US government.

    With the implementation of the Act, RICH Miner launched an innovative “liquidity mining” service for XRP, further broadening the use value and profitability of XRP

    Highlights of RICH Miner XRP Liquid Mining Solution:

    ◆No hardware required, easy to participate: users only need to recharge XRP to the platform to participate in liquidity mining, without the need for mining equipment or mining knowledge;

    ◆Earn stable income every day: the system will use XRP for mining operations or as computing power mortgage, and the income will be distributed to the user account every day;

    ◆Real computing power support, transparent and open: RICH Miner uses global mining pool cooperation and transparent computing power data to ensure that the source of income is real and reliable;

    ◆Platform endorsement, compliance first: RICH Miner has simultaneously updated the compliance process to ensure that the strategy is consistent with the spirit of the GENIUS Act.

    Cashing out fast lane for Ripple holders:

    1. Register an account:

    Visit the RICH Miner official website, register an account for free, and get a $15 new user bonus.

    2. Top up XRP:

    Enter the “Top up center”, select XRP, copy the wallet address generated by the system, and complete the transfer from the wallet or exchange.

    3. Select a mining contract:

    Browse different XRP mining plans (short-term/long-term/high-yield plans), select and confirm the purchase according to your personal preferences.

    (New User Experience Contract) Investment amount: $100; Term: 2 days; Daily income: $3; Total income: $100.00 + $6.

    (Canaan Avalon A15XP) Investment amount: $600; Term: 8 days; Daily income: $7.20; Total income: $500.00 + $57.60.

    (Bitdeer SealMiner A2) Investment amount: $1,300; Term: 13 days; Daily income: $17.30; Total income: $1300.00 + $221.39.

    (Bitmain Antminer L7) Investment amount: $3,000; Term: 17 days; Daily income: $42.30; Total income: $3000.00 + $719.10.

    (Bitmain Antminer S21 Immersion) Investment amount: $5600; Term: 24 days; Daily income: $84.00; Total income: $5600.00 + $2016.00.

    (Bitmain Antminer L9) Investment amount: $12,000; Term: 32 days; Daily income: $204.00; Total income: $12,000.00 + $6,528.00.

    → Click here to view more contracts

    4. Enjoy daily income:

    After purchasing the contract, the system automatically calculates and distributes mining income every day, which can be withdrawn or reinvested at any time for continuous appreciation.

    In the era of compliance, RICH Miner takes the lead:

    With the full implementation of the GENIUS Act, the crypto mining industry is gradually moving from the “gray area” to the sunshine of compliance. RICH Miner took the lead in responding to the policy call and launched the XRP solution based on the legal liquidity mining model, which not only meets regulatory requirements, but also provides investors with a full range of asset appreciation tools.

    Conclusion:

    The implementation of the GENIUS Act has injected a shot of adrenaline into the crypto industry, and RICH Miner’s XRP liquidity mining strategy is the perfect combination of compliance and innovation. For Ripple holders, now is a great time to cash out their holdings and realize daily returns.

    Choosing RICH Miner means choosing to be at the forefront of asset appreciation in the new regulatory era.

    Official website: https://richminer.com

    Customer service email: info@richminer.com

    APP download portal: Click here to get the APP

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  • MIL-OSI USA: SBA Offers Relief to Fort Worth Small Businesses, Private Nonprofits and Renters Affected by the Cooper Apartment Complex Fire

    Source: United States Small Business Administration

    SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to Fort Worth small businesses, private nonprofits and renters to offset physical and economic losses from the Cooper Apartment Complex Fire occurring June 23. The SBA issued a disaster declaration in response to a request received from Gov. Greg Abbott on July 16.

    The declaration covers the Texas counties of Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Johnson, Parker, Tarrant and Wise.

    Businesses and nonprofits are eligible to apply for business physical disaster loans and may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.

    Homeowners and renters are eligible to apply for home and personal property loans and may borrow up to $100,000 to replace or repair personal property, such as clothing, furniture, cars, and appliances. Homeowners may apply for up to $500,000 to replace or repair their primary residence.

    Applicants may be eligible for a loan increase of up to 20% of their physical damages, as verified by the SBA, for mitigation purposes. Eligible mitigation improvements include insulating pipes, walls and attics, weather stripping doors and windows, and installing storm windows to help protect property and occupants from future disasters.

    SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to eligible small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, nurseries and private nonprofit (PNP)organizations impacted by financial losses directly related to this disaster. The SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for aquaculture enterprises.

    EIDLs are for working capital needs caused by the disaster and are available even if the business or PNP did not suffer any physical damage. They may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills not paid due to the disaster.

    Interest rates are as low as 4% for businesses, 3.625% for nonprofits, and 2.813% for homeowners and renters, with terms up to 30 years. Interest does not begin to accrue, and payments are not due until 12 months from the date of the first loan disbursement. The SBA sets loan amounts and terms based on each applicant’s financial condition.

    “When disasters strike, SBA’s Disaster Loan Outreach Centers play a vital role in helping small businesses and their communities recover,” said Chris Stallings, associate administrator of the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the SBA. “At these centers, SBA specialists assist business owners and residents with disaster loan applications and provide information on the full range of recovery programs available.”

    Beginning July 21, SBA customer service representatives will be on hand at the following Disaster Loan Outreach Center (DLOC) to answer questions about SBA’s disaster loan program, explain the application process and help each individual complete their application. Walk-ins are accepted, but you can schedule an in-person appointment in advance at appointment.sba.gov.

    The DLOC hours of operation are listed below:

    TARRANT COUNTY
    Disaster Loan Outreach Center
    One Safe Place
    First Floor Community Recovery Center
    1100 Hemphill St.
    Fort Worth, TX  76104

    Opens 12 p.m. Monday, July 21
    Mondays – Fridays, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

    To apply online, visit sba.gov/disaster. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.

    The deadline to return physical damage applications is Sept. 15, 2025. The deadline to return economic injury applications is April 17, 2026.

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    About the U.S. Small Business Administration

    The U.S. Small Business Administration helps power the American dream of business ownership. As the only go-to resource and voice for small businesses backed by the strength of the federal government, the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start, grow, expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Respond with Unity, Urgency to End Impunity, Illicit Profits, Secretary-General Urges in Message for World Day against Horrific Crime of Human Trafficking

    Source: United Nations General Assembly and Security Council

    SG/SM/22731

    Following is UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ message for the World Day against Trafficking in Persons, observed on 30 July:

    Human trafficking is a horrific crime and a gross violation of human rights. It is one of the fastest-growing forms of organized crime — run by ruthless networks that prey on vulnerability and profit from pain.

    This is a brutal, highly organized enterprise built on deception, coercion and exploitation.  And it is evolving rapidly.

    Criminal groups are operating across borders with alarming speed and sophistication.  They exploit legal loopholes, infiltrate legitimate industries and supply chains, take advantage of migration flows, and use technology to recruit, control and abuse — including through online sexual exploitation or forcing victims into cyberscams.

    We must respond with unity and urgency.  We can do so by breaking the business model that sustains human trafficking — ending impunity, cutting off illicit profits and strengthening law enforcement and justice systems.  Perpetrators must be held accountable.

    We must also forge strong alliances — with civil society and the private sector, including technology companies — to raise awareness and promote reporting channels to prevent exploitation and protect the vulnerable.

    And we must strive to ensure justice for survivors, support the displaced, and tackle root causes — from poverty and inequality to conflict and climate disruption.

    On this World Day against Trafficking in Persons, let us act together to stand with victims, hold perpetrators to account and build a world where no one is bought, sold or exploited.

    For information media. Not an official record.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Governor Stein Surveys Flood Damage in Chapel Hill, Meets with Business Owners and North Carolinians Impacted by Tropical Storm Chantal

    Source: US State of North Carolina

    Headline: Governor Stein Surveys Flood Damage in Chapel Hill, Meets with Business Owners and North Carolinians Impacted by Tropical Storm Chantal

    Governor Stein Surveys Flood Damage in Chapel Hill, Meets with Business Owners and North Carolinians Impacted by Tropical Storm Chantal
    lsaito

    Raleigh, NC

    Today Governor Josh Stein visited Chapel Hill to survey storm damage Tropical Storm Chantal caused and met with local officials, business owners, and North Carolinians who were affected by the storm. The Governor visited impacted businesses at Eastgate Crossing and apartments in Camelot Village.

    “As recovery and cleanup efforts continue, I am grateful to the local and state emergency responders for their work to help keep people safe during the flashfloods and in the aftermath of Chantal,” said Governor Josh Stein. “Whether it’s business owners at Eastgate Crossing or residents in Camelot Village, people are working hard to get back on their feet. We must do everything we can to support them and facilitate long-term recovery. And our hearts go out to the families who lost loved ones.”

    Tropical Storm Chantal hit central North Carolina on July 6, with some locations seeing as much as 9 to 12 inches of rain. The Haw River, the Eno River, and Jordan Lake, among others, experienced record or near-record water levels. Flooding impacted critical infrastructure and public and private property. 

    Since July 5, the State Emergency Response Team has been activated and engaged with local emergency managers and first responders, providing information, resources, and support. On July 16, Governor Stein declared a State of Emergency to facilitate state and federal recovery assistance.

    The Division of Emergency Management is working with local officials to assess the scope of damage caused by Tropical Storm Chantal. As the full damage assessment is completed in concert with relevant federal partners, the declaration along with the assessment analysis will determine possible additional support that residents, businesses, and local governments may receive to accelerate the recovery process and support expenses incurred during the response phase of the disaster. 

    Jul 18, 2025

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  • MIL-OSI Security: New Orleans Man Sentenced for Bank Robbery

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    NEW ORLEANS – Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson announced today that CLEMENT LEACH (“LEACH”), age 54, of New Orleans, was sentenced on July 2, 2025 after previously pleading guilty to Bank Robbery, in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 2113(a).

    United States District Judge Sarah S. Vance sentenced LEACH to 80 months of imprisonment, 3 years of supervised release following his release from prison, and a mandatory special assessment fee of $100. LEACH was also ordered to pay $920 in restitution for robbing Chase Bank on March 2, 2020.

    Acting U.S. Attorney Simpson praised the work of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Violent Crime Task Force, and officers of New Orleans Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Jon M. Maestri of the General Crimes Unit is handling the prosecution. 

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  • MIL-OSI: PaladinMining Introduces Updated Mining Packages for XRP Holders Seeking Up to $5,000 Daily in Passive Crypto Income

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Los Angeles, California, July 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As XRP surges past its previous all-time high to reach $3.66, holders are now moving beyond simple trading, turning their gains into long-term, passive income streams. The latest opportunity? PaladinMining, a next-generation cloud mining platform that has just unveiled a suite of high-return contracts designed for everyday investors — no hardware, no hassle required.

    “XRP is just showing off right now,” noted Michael Arrington, founder of Arrington Capital and long-time XRP backer. With renewed confidence in Ripple’s legal positioning and token performance, the spotlight has shifted to how holders can maximize their returns beyond simple trading.

    PaladinMining offers just that—a seamless way for XRP investors to generate high-yield passive income by participating in cloud-based Bitcoin mining, all without the hassle of hardware, technical knowledge, or high electricity costs.

    Why XRP Investors Are Choosing PaladinMining

    With over two bear markets behind them, XRP holders are seeking scalable, stable income streams, and PaladinMining

     is emerging as the leading cloud mining solution. Its low-energy operations and transparent pricing have made it the preferred choice for crypto holders looking for long-term gains.

    Key Highlights of PaladinMining:

    • $15 Sign-Up Bonus for new users
    • Daily sign-in rewards of $0.60
    • No hardware or setup required — simply activate a mining contract and earn income every 24 hours
    • Supports multiple cryptos for deposits/withdrawals including XRP, BTC, ETH, USDT, DOGE, SOL, and more
    • Up to 3% + 2% referral commissions and bonuses up to $100,000
    • Clear and transparent fee structure – no hidden charges

    PaladinMining launches high-yield contracts:

    ⦁【New User Experience Contract】: Investment amount: $100, total net profit: $100 + $7.
    ⦁【ETC Miner E9 Pro】: Investment amount: $1500, total net profit: $1500 + $180.
    ⦁【Bitcoin Miner S21 Pro】: Investment amount: $4300, total net profit: $4300 + $1100.8.
    ⦁【Bitcoin Miner S21 XP】: Investment amount: $7900, total net profit: $7900 + $3128.4.
    ⦁【Bitcoin Miner S21 XP】: Investment amount: $12000, total net profit: $12000 + $7560.
    ⦁【Avalon Air Box-40ft】: Investment amount: $28,000, total net profit: $28,000 + $22,400.

    For example, investing $28,000 in the Avalon Air Box-40ft contract yields $448/day, resulting in $22,400 net profit over 50 days.

    Next-Level Mining with Zero Barriers

    By leveraging cloud technology and green energy sources, PaladinMining lowers the barrier to entry for mining while increasing daily returns. It’s an opportunity for XRP holders and broader crypto investors to diversify their earnings during this new phase of market growth.

    PaladinMining’s intuitive platform makes it ideal for both newcomers and experienced users looking to enter crypto mining without the complexity or capital expense of traditional methods.

    About PaladinMining

    PaladinMining is a leading cloud mining service provider committed to innovation, transparency, and user profitability. With top-tier infrastructure and global partnerships, the platform supports investors in achieving passive income from crypto with minimal risk and maximum efficiency.

    For more details, please visit the official website of the platform: https://paladinmining.com/
    Or contact the official email of the platform: info@paladinmining.com

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  • MIL-OSI: ETH bull market is coming, GoldenMining launches ETH contract to release $8,700 per day

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    London, England, July 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Recently, the price of Ethereum (ETH) broke through an important pressure point and reached a high of $3,660. The market generally expects that it will reach $6,500 by the end of the year, an increase of 160%. ETH pledge is growing rapidly, Layer2 applications are strong, and the continuous influx of funds from spot ETFs makes it one of the most stable and most watched assets in the current market.

    Most investors just hold ETH, BTC or XRP, hoping that the price will rise-while dealing with market volatility and uncertain regulation. But the real question is whether to continue holding, cashing out, or looking for a smarter and more balanced strategy? GoldenMining provides another path for this.

    At GoldenMining, users can turn their assets into a continuous source of income by signing ETH cloud mining contracts. There is no need to configure any hardware, and there is no need to worry about price fluctuations during transactions. As long as you participate in the contract, you can get a stable daily income as the value of ETH rises.

    What is the ETH cloud mining contract?

    The ETH cloud mining contract allows users to directly purchase cloud mining services with ETH, without having to purchase mining machines or deal with maintenance issues. After signing the contract, the GoldenMining platform will run the mining business on behalf of users, and users will automatically receive income on a daily basis. This means that you can easily participate in ETH mining and enjoy the benefits of mining without complex operations or knowledge thresholds.

    Investor ETH contract recommendation

    contract Investment Amount Contract Rewards Total income
    New User Experience $15 $0.60 $15.60
    Elphapex DG1+ $100 $3 $106
    Bitmain S23 Hyd $650 $42.25 $692.25
    AntminerL917GH $1800   $287.28 $2087.28
    L916GH $4500  $1890 $6390
    ElphaPex DG Hydro1 $7800 $3276 $11076
    Elphapex DG2 $12,000 $8,100.00 $20,100.00

    How to participate in the ETH cloud mining contract

    1. Register an account and get a $15 reward immediately without paying any fees. This reward can be used to test the ETH cloud mining contract to help users quickly understand the platform operation and profit model

    2. Choose a contract that suits you for investment

    Users can recharge ETH to the platform account through the wallet. The system supports a variety of mainstream cryptocurrencies: Dogecoin (DOGE), Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), SOL, Ripple (XRP), US Dollar (USDC), etc. Afterwards, users can choose an ETH contract that suits their needs (such as 5 days, 12 days or longer periods), with flexible amounts and terms.

    3. After the contract is activated, the system will automatically settle the mining income into the account every day, without manual operation by the user, and income can be generated within 24 hours
    Can be withdrawn or reinvested at any time,

    The user’s funds are securely stored in a first-tier bank, and all user personal information is protected by SSL encryption. The platform provides insurance for each investment, which is underwritten by AIG Insurance Company to ensure the safety of user funds.

    Amid market fluctuations and changing policies, more and more investors are realizing that simply holding positions and watching is no longer enough to cope with the current market rhythm. The ETH cloud mining contract provided by GoldenMining provides users with a more robust way to participate – allowing the assets in their hands to not only have the potential for long-term growth, but also have the ability to bring substantial benefits every day.

    This is not only a change in investment methods, but also an advance response to the future market structure. As the ETH market continues to heat up, it is better to take the initiative to participate rather than wait. For far-sighted investors, now is the critical moment to enter this contract mechanism and steadily accumulate profits.

    (Special statement: Due to the recent bull market trend in the crypto market. GoldenMining contracts have made good profits. Special thanks to global investors for their support. In order to give back to investors, GoldenMining launched a limited-time gift of ）
    For more information, please visit the official website:www.Goldenmining.com

    For business cooperation, please contact the official email：info@Goldenmining.com

    Legal Disclaimer: This media platform provides the content of this article on an “as-is” basis, without any warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied. We assume no responsibility for any inaccuracies, errors, or omissions. We do not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information presented herein. Any concerns, complaints, or copyright issues related to this article should be directed to the content provider mentioned above. 

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  • MIL-OSI: reAlpha Tech Corp. Announces Closing of $2 Million Public Offering

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    DUBLIN, Ohio, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — reAlpha Tech Corp. (Nasdaq: AIRE) (the “Company” or “reAlpha”), an AI-powered real estate technology company, today announced the closing of its previously announced public offering of an aggregate of 13,333,334 shares of its common stock, together with Series A-1 warrants to purchase up to 13,333,334 shares of common stock and Series A-2 warrants to purchase up to 13,333,334 shares of common stock, at a combined public offering price of $0.15 per share and accompanying warrants. The Series A-1 warrants and the Series A-2 warrants have an exercise price of $0.15 per share and will be exercisable beginning on the effective date of stockholder approval of the issuance of the shares upon exercise of the warrants. The Series A-1 warrants will expire five years from the date of stockholder approval and the Series A-2 warrants will expire twenty-four months from the date of stockholder approval.

    H.C. Wainwright & Co. acted as the exclusive placement agent for the offering.

    The gross proceeds from the offering, before deducting the placement agent’s fees and other offering expenses payable by the Company, were approximately $2 million. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from this offering for working capital and general corporate purposes, which could include repayment of debt, future acquisitions, capital expenditures and the purchase of cryptocurrencies in accordance with the Company’s cryptocurrency investment policy.

    The securities described above were offered pursuant to a registration statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-288571), which was declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on July 16, 2025. The offering was made only by means of a prospectus forming part of the effective registration statement relating to the offering. A final prospectus relating to the offering has been filed with the SEC. Electronic copies of the final prospectus may be obtained on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov and may also be obtained by contacting H.C. Wainwright & Co., LLC at 430 Park Avenue, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10022, by phone at (212) 856-5711 or e-mail at placements@hcwco.com.

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

    About reAlpha Tech Corp.

    reAlpha Tech Corp. (Nasdaq: AIRE) is an AI-powered real estate technology company transforming the multi-trillion-dollar U.S. real estate services market. reAlpha is developing an end-to-end platform that streamlines real estate transactions through integrated brokerage, mortgage, and title services. With a strategic, acquisition-driven growth model and proprietary AI infrastructure, reAlpha is building a vertically integrated ecosystem designed to deliver a simpler, smarter, and more affordable path to homeownership. For more information, visit www.realpha.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    The information in this press release includes “forward-looking statements.” Any statements other than statements of historical fact contained herein, including statements as to the receipt of stockholder approval and the intended use of net proceeds from the offering, are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may”, “should”, “could”, “might”, “plan”, “possible”, “project”, “strive”, “budget”, “forecast”, “expect”, “intend”, “will”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “predict”, “potential” or “continue”, or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, but are not limited to: reAlpha’s ability to regain and sustain compliance with the Nasdaq Capital Market’s continued listing standards and remain listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market; reAlpha’s ability to pay contractual obligations; reAlpha’s liquidity, operating performance, cash flow and ability to secure adequate financing; reAlpha’s limited operating history and that reAlpha has not yet fully developed its AI-based technologies; whether reAlpha’s technology and products will be accepted and adopted by its customers and intended users; reAlpha’s ability to commercialize its developing AI-based technologies; reAlpha’s ability to successfully enter new geographic markets; reAlpha’s ability to integrate the business of its acquired companies into its existing business and the anticipated demand for such acquired companies’ services; reAlpha’s ability to scale its operational capabilities to expand into additional geographic markets and nationally; the potential loss of key employees of reAlpha and of its subsidiaries; the outcome of certain outstanding legal proceedings against reAlpha; reAlpha’s ability to obtain, and maintain, the required licenses to operate in the U.S. states in which it, or its subsidiaries, operate in, or intend to operate in; reAlpha’s ability to successfully identify and acquire companies that are complementary to its business model; the inability to maintain and strengthen reAlpha’s brand and reputation; any accidents or incidents involving cybersecurity breaches and incidents; the inability to accurately forecast demand for AI-based real estate-focused products; the inability to execute business objectives and growth strategies successfully or sustain reAlpha’s growth; the inability of reAlpha’s customers to pay for reAlpha’s services; the inability of reAlpha to obtain additional financing or access the capital markets to fund its ongoing operations on acceptable terms and conditions; the outcome of any legal proceedings that might be instituted against reAlpha; changes in applicable laws or regulations, and the impact of the regulatory environment and complexities with compliance related to such environment; and other risks and uncertainties indicated in reAlpha’s SEC filings. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates of management at the date the statements are made and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements. Although reAlpha believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, there can be no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. reAlpha’s future results, level of activity, performance or achievements may differ materially from those contemplated, expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, and there is no representation that the actual results achieved will be the same, in whole or in part, as those set out in the forward-looking statements. For more information about the factors that could cause such differences, please refer to reAlpha’s filings with the SEC. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and reAlpha does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

    Media Contact:
    Cristol Rippe, Chief Marketing Officer
    cristol@realpha.com

    Investor Relations Contact:
    Adele Carey, VP of Investor Relations
    investorrelations@realpha.com

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  • MIL-OSI: reAlpha Tech Corp. Announces Closing of $2 Million Public Offering

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    DUBLIN, Ohio, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — reAlpha Tech Corp. (Nasdaq: AIRE) (the “Company” or “reAlpha”), an AI-powered real estate technology company, today announced the closing of its previously announced public offering of an aggregate of 13,333,334 shares of its common stock, together with Series A-1 warrants to purchase up to 13,333,334 shares of common stock and Series A-2 warrants to purchase up to 13,333,334 shares of common stock, at a combined public offering price of $0.15 per share and accompanying warrants. The Series A-1 warrants and the Series A-2 warrants have an exercise price of $0.15 per share and will be exercisable beginning on the effective date of stockholder approval of the issuance of the shares upon exercise of the warrants. The Series A-1 warrants will expire five years from the date of stockholder approval and the Series A-2 warrants will expire twenty-four months from the date of stockholder approval.

    H.C. Wainwright & Co. acted as the exclusive placement agent for the offering.

    The gross proceeds from the offering, before deducting the placement agent’s fees and other offering expenses payable by the Company, were approximately $2 million. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from this offering for working capital and general corporate purposes, which could include repayment of debt, future acquisitions, capital expenditures and the purchase of cryptocurrencies in accordance with the Company’s cryptocurrency investment policy.

    The securities described above were offered pursuant to a registration statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-288571), which was declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on July 16, 2025. The offering was made only by means of a prospectus forming part of the effective registration statement relating to the offering. A final prospectus relating to the offering has been filed with the SEC. Electronic copies of the final prospectus may be obtained on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov and may also be obtained by contacting H.C. Wainwright & Co., LLC at 430 Park Avenue, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10022, by phone at (212) 856-5711 or e-mail at placements@hcwco.com.

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

    About reAlpha Tech Corp.

    reAlpha Tech Corp. (Nasdaq: AIRE) is an AI-powered real estate technology company transforming the multi-trillion-dollar U.S. real estate services market. reAlpha is developing an end-to-end platform that streamlines real estate transactions through integrated brokerage, mortgage, and title services. With a strategic, acquisition-driven growth model and proprietary AI infrastructure, reAlpha is building a vertically integrated ecosystem designed to deliver a simpler, smarter, and more affordable path to homeownership. For more information, visit www.realpha.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    The information in this press release includes “forward-looking statements.” Any statements other than statements of historical fact contained herein, including statements as to the receipt of stockholder approval and the intended use of net proceeds from the offering, are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may”, “should”, “could”, “might”, “plan”, “possible”, “project”, “strive”, “budget”, “forecast”, “expect”, “intend”, “will”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “predict”, “potential” or “continue”, or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, but are not limited to: reAlpha’s ability to regain and sustain compliance with the Nasdaq Capital Market’s continued listing standards and remain listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market; reAlpha’s ability to pay contractual obligations; reAlpha’s liquidity, operating performance, cash flow and ability to secure adequate financing; reAlpha’s limited operating history and that reAlpha has not yet fully developed its AI-based technologies; whether reAlpha’s technology and products will be accepted and adopted by its customers and intended users; reAlpha’s ability to commercialize its developing AI-based technologies; reAlpha’s ability to successfully enter new geographic markets; reAlpha’s ability to integrate the business of its acquired companies into its existing business and the anticipated demand for such acquired companies’ services; reAlpha’s ability to scale its operational capabilities to expand into additional geographic markets and nationally; the potential loss of key employees of reAlpha and of its subsidiaries; the outcome of certain outstanding legal proceedings against reAlpha; reAlpha’s ability to obtain, and maintain, the required licenses to operate in the U.S. states in which it, or its subsidiaries, operate in, or intend to operate in; reAlpha’s ability to successfully identify and acquire companies that are complementary to its business model; the inability to maintain and strengthen reAlpha’s brand and reputation; any accidents or incidents involving cybersecurity breaches and incidents; the inability to accurately forecast demand for AI-based real estate-focused products; the inability to execute business objectives and growth strategies successfully or sustain reAlpha’s growth; the inability of reAlpha’s customers to pay for reAlpha’s services; the inability of reAlpha to obtain additional financing or access the capital markets to fund its ongoing operations on acceptable terms and conditions; the outcome of any legal proceedings that might be instituted against reAlpha; changes in applicable laws or regulations, and the impact of the regulatory environment and complexities with compliance related to such environment; and other risks and uncertainties indicated in reAlpha’s SEC filings. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates of management at the date the statements are made and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements. Although reAlpha believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, there can be no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. reAlpha’s future results, level of activity, performance or achievements may differ materially from those contemplated, expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, and there is no representation that the actual results achieved will be the same, in whole or in part, as those set out in the forward-looking statements. For more information about the factors that could cause such differences, please refer to reAlpha’s filings with the SEC. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and reAlpha does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

    Media Contact:
    Cristol Rippe, Chief Marketing Officer
    cristol@realpha.com

    Investor Relations Contact:
    Adele Carey, VP of Investor Relations
    investorrelations@realpha.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Origin Investment Corp I Announces Full Exercise and Closing of the Over-Allotment Option in Connection with its Initial Public Offering

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Singapore, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Origin Investment Corp I (the “Company”), a newly organized special purpose acquisition company, today announced that, the underwriters of its recently completed initial public offering of units, which closed on July 3, 2025, have exercised in full their option to purchase an additional 900,000 units. The additional units were sold at a price to the public of $10.00, before underwriting discounts. The issuance and sale of these additional units closed today.

    ThinkEquity acted as the sole book-running manager for the offering.

    A registration statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-284189) relating to the units was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and became effective on July 1, 2025. This offering was made only by means of a prospectus. Copies of the final prospectus may be obtained from ThinkEquity, 17 State Street, 41st Floor, New York, New York 10004. The final prospectus has been filed with the SEC and is available on the SEC’s website located at http://www.sec.gov.

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

    About Origin Investment Corp I

    The Company is a blank check company, also commonly referred to as a special purpose acquisition company, or SPAC, formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses or entities. While the Company will not limit its search for a target company to any particular business segment, the Company intends to focus its search for a target business in Asia. However, the Company will not consummate its initial business combination with an entity or business in China or with China operations consolidated through a variable interest entity structure.

    Contact:
    Edward Chang, CEO
    +65 7825-5768
    eychang@originequity.partners

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  • MIL-OSI: Origin Investment Corp I Announces Full Exercise and Closing of the Over-Allotment Option in Connection with its Initial Public Offering

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Singapore, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Origin Investment Corp I (the “Company”), a newly organized special purpose acquisition company, today announced that, the underwriters of its recently completed initial public offering of units, which closed on July 3, 2025, have exercised in full their option to purchase an additional 900,000 units. The additional units were sold at a price to the public of $10.00, before underwriting discounts. The issuance and sale of these additional units closed today.

    ThinkEquity acted as the sole book-running manager for the offering.

    A registration statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-284189) relating to the units was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and became effective on July 1, 2025. This offering was made only by means of a prospectus. Copies of the final prospectus may be obtained from ThinkEquity, 17 State Street, 41st Floor, New York, New York 10004. The final prospectus has been filed with the SEC and is available on the SEC’s website located at http://www.sec.gov.

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

    About Origin Investment Corp I

    The Company is a blank check company, also commonly referred to as a special purpose acquisition company, or SPAC, formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses or entities. While the Company will not limit its search for a target company to any particular business segment, the Company intends to focus its search for a target business in Asia. However, the Company will not consummate its initial business combination with an entity or business in China or with China operations consolidated through a variable interest entity structure.

    Contact:
    Edward Chang, CEO
    +65 7825-5768
    eychang@originequity.partners

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Legislation considered under suspension of the Rules of the House of Representatives during the week of July 21, 2025

    Source: US Congressional Budget Office

    The Majority Leader of the House of Representatives announces bills that will be considered under suspension of the rules in that chamber. Under suspension, floor debate is limited, all floor amendments are prohibited, points of order against the bill are waived, and final passage requires a two-thirds majority vote.

    At the request of the Majority Leader and the House Committee on the Budget, CBO estimates the effects of those bills on direct spending and revenues. CBO has limited time to review the legislation before consideration. Although it is possible in most cases to determine whether the legislation would affect direct spending or revenues, time may be insufficient to estimate the magnitude of those effects. If CBO has prepared estimates for similar or identical legislation, a more detailed assessment of budgetary effects, including effects on spending subject to appropriation, may be included.

    CBO’s estimates of the bills that have been posted for possible consideration under suspension of the rules during the week of July 21, 2025, include:

    • H.R. 131, Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act, as amended
    • H.R. 183, Law Enforcement Officer Recreation Pass Act, as amended
    • H.R. 672, To establish new ZIP Codes for certain communities, and for other purposes, as amended
    • H.R. 1043, La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act
    • H.R. 1450, OFAC Licensure for Investigators Act
    • H.R. 1469, Senior Security Act of 2025, as amended
    • H.R. 1549, China Financial Threat Mitigation Act of 2025, as amended
    • H.R. 1716, Taiwan Conflict Deterrence Act of 2025, as amended
    • H.R.1764, Aligning SEC Regulations for the World Bank’s International Development Association Act, as amended
    • H.R. 1917, Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act of 2025, as amended
    • H.R. 2170, To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, the Leonard G. ‘Bud’ Lomell, VA Clinic, and for other purposes
    • H.R. 2384, Financial Technology Protection Act, as amended
    • H.R. 2625, VERY Act of 2025
    • H.R. 3095, To direct the United States Postal Service to designate single, unique ZIP Codes for certain communities, and for other purposes, as amended
    • H.R. 3339, Equal Opportunity for All Investors Act of 2025, as amended
    • H.R. 3343, Greenlighting Growth Act, as amended
    • H.R. 3351, Improving Access to Small Business Information Act, as amended
    • H.R. 3357, Enhancing Multi-Class Share Disclosures Act, as amended
    • H.R. 3382, Small Entity Update Act, as amended
    • H.R. 3395, Middle Market IPO Underwriting Cost Act, as amended
    • H.R. 3937, Wabeno Economic Development Act, as amended
    • H.R. 4275, Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025, as amended
    • S. 201, ACES Act
    • S. 423, PRO Veterans Act of 2025

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  • MIL-OSI USA: CFTC Staff Withdraws Advisory on Prime Brokerage Arrangements

    Source: US Commodity Futures Trading Commission

    CFTC Staff Withdraws Advisory on Prime Brokerage Arrangements | CFTC

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    July 18, 2025

    WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Division of Clearing and Risk today announced it is withdrawing CFTC Letter No. 23-06, Staff Advisory Relating to Prime Brokerage Arrangements and Derivatives Clearing Organization Registration, effective immediately. 
    Market participants should contact DCR staff with questions regarding the potential need to register as a derivatives clearing organization.

    -CFTC-

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Armed Serial Robber Sentenced to 60 Years in Federal Prison

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    An armed serial robber and convicted felon who robbed five cash loan businesses across the Fort Worth metroplex was sentenced today to 60 years in federal prison, announced Acting United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Nancy E. Larson.

    Charles Brownlee, 37, was convicted by a jury in March 2025 for one count of Hobbs Act Conspiracy to Interfere with Commerce by Robbery, five counts of Hobbs Act Interference with Commerce by Robbery, five counts of Using, Carrying, and Brandishing a Firearm during a Crime of Violence, and one count of Felon in Possession of a Firearm.  He was sentenced today to 720 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Reed C. O’Connor, who also ordered him to pay $21,123.47 in restitution.  

    According to evidence presented at trial, between May 9 and May 21, 2024, Brownlee robbed at gunpoint five Cash Store businesses in Grand Prairie, Fort Worth, Euless, Hurst, and Grapevine. Trying to conceal his identity, Brownlee covered his face with a medical mask and wore different baseball caps and outfits for the robberies.  

    “After terrorizing employees at multiple businesses throughout the DFW area, this defendant’s violent crime spree ended because of the stellar work of our law enforcement partners,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Nancy E. Larson.  “The lengthy sentence imposed justly puts this serial felon behind bars for a very long time and serves as a message to others that we will vigorously prosecute those who jeopardize our communities’ safety.”

    “The significant sentence received by the defendant is a result of the collaborative efforts of the Longhorn Violent Crimes Task Force to hold a violent, serial robber accountable. This individual committed a series of robberies throughout Tarrant County and strong partnerships with local law enforcement allowed us to stop these acts of violent crime,” said FBI Dallas Special Agent in Charge R. Joseph Rothrock. “The FBI will continue to work alongside our local, state, and federal law enforcement to surge resources and fight violent crime in our communities across North Texas.”

    Numerous law enforcement agencies were involved in the investigation, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Dallas Field Office, Fort Worth Resident Agency, Grand Prairie Police Department, Fort Worth Police Department, Euless Police Department, Hurst Police Department, and Grapevine Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Eric B. Chen and former Assistant U.S. Attorney Levi Thomas prosecuted and tried the case.
     

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  • MIL-OSI: Beneficient Receives Nasdaq Listing Determination

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    DALLAS, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Beneficient (NASDAQ: BENF) (the “Company”), a technology-enabled platform providing exit opportunities and primary capital solutions and related trust and custody services to holders of alternative assets through its proprietary online platform AltAccess, today announced that on July 16, 2025, the Company was notified by The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) that, due to its continued non-compliance with the minimum $1.00 bid price requirement set forth in Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2) and the delay in the filing of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 with the Securities and Exchange Commission, in contravention of Nasdaq’s periodic reporting requirement set forth in Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1), the Company’s securities were subject to delisting unless the Company timely requests a hearing before the Nasdaq Hearings Panel (the “Panel”).

    The Company plans to timely request a hearing and a stay of any suspension action by Nasdaq at least pending the ultimate outcome of the hearing process and the expiration of any extension period that may be granted to the Company following the hearing. At the hearing, the Company will present its plan to evidence compliance with all applicable criteria for continued listing on The Nasdaq Capital Market and request an extension of time to do so. While the Company is taking definitive steps to evidence compliance with the applicable listing criteria as soon as practicable, there can be no assurance that the Panel will grant the Company’s request for continued listing on Nasdaq.

    About Beneficient

    Beneficient (Nasdaq: BENF) – Ben, for short – is on a mission to democratize the global alternative asset investment market by providing traditionally underserved investors − mid-to-high net worth individuals, small-to-midsized institutions and General Partners seeking exit options, anchor commitments and valued-added services for their funds− with solutions that could help them unlock the value in their alternative assets. Ben’s AltQuote® tool provides customers with a range of potential exit options within minutes, while customers can log on to the AltAccess® portal to explore opportunities and receive proposals in a secure online environment.

    Its subsidiary, Beneficient Fiduciary Financial, L.L.C., received its charter under the State of Kansas’ Technology-Enabled Fiduciary Financial Institution (TEFFI) Act and is subject to regulatory oversight by the Office of the State Bank Commissioner. 

    For more information, visit www.trustben.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

    Contacts

    Matt Kreps: 214-597-8200, mkreps@darrowir.com
    Michael Wetherington: 214-284-1199, mwetherington@darrowir.com
    Investor Relations: investors@beneficient.com

    Forward Looking Statements

    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the listing and trading of the Company’s securities on Nasdaq, the Company’s intention to request a hearing from the Nasdaq hearing panel and the Company’s intention to regain compliance with the Nasdaq Listing Rules. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intends,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “possible,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “would” and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements are based on our management’s beliefs, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, them. Because such statements are based on expectations as to future financial and operating results and are not statements of fact, actual results may differ materially from those projected.

    Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements include, among others, our plans to appeal Nasdaq’s delisting determination; the outcome of any hearing we might request; our ability to cure any deficiencies in compliance with the Nasdaq Listing Rules; risks related to the substantial costs and diversion of management’s attention and resources due to these matters and the risks, uncertainties, and factors set forth under “Risk Factors” in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and its subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and the risks and uncertainties contained in the Company’s Current Reports on Form 8-K. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. The Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, subsequent events, or circumstances or other changes affecting such statements except to the extent required by applicable law.

    Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and, except as required by law, the Company assumes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

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  • MIL-OSI USA:  Senator Scott: President Trump’s Signature on GENIUS Act Delivers for the American People

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for South Carolina Tim Scott

    “President Trump was crystal clear on the campaign trail: under his leadership, the United States will be the crypto capital of the world. With his signature on the GENIUS Act, we’ve made history and have delivered important regulatory clarity for the stablecoin industry…,” said Senator Scott.

    WASHINGTON — Today, President Donald J. Trump signed the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act – legislation Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) co-sponsored and championed as it advanced through the Senate. The GENIUS Act – which was led by Senator Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) and also cosponsored by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), and Senator Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.) – establishes a first of its kind regulatory framework for payment stablecoins, protecting consumers and strengthening national security. Under Senator Scott’s leadership, the bill passed the Senate Banking Committee in March, with every Republican and five Democrats supporting it.

    “President Trump was crystal clear on the campaign trail: under his leadership, the United States will be the crypto capital of the world. With his signature on the GENIUS Act, we’ve made history and have delivered important regulatory clarity for the stablecoin industry. I’m grateful to the president and my colleagues for their tireless efforts and leadership on this legislation, which will not only support working families, small businesses, and communities across America with faster, cheaper, and more accessible payments but will also solidify the U.S. dollar’s dominance across the world. Let’s be clear – our work here is not finished – and I look forward to taking the same energy and approach to deliver digital asset market structure legislation to President Trump’s desk,”said Senator Scott.

    BACKGROUND:

    Upon becoming Chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, Scott pledged to advance a regulatory framework that will provide clarity for the digital assets industry and promote consumer choice, education, and protection. Building on that promise, Senator Scott created the first-ever Subcommittee on Digital Assets, led by Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.).

    In its first legislative markup of the 119th Congress, and after considering nearly 40 amendments to the bill, the Senate Banking Committee voted to advance the GENIUS Act, with every Republican and five Democrats supporting it.

    Ahead of the Senate’s vote on the bill, key stakeholders voiced support for the legislation. After the Senate voted to begin consideration of the bill, Senator Scott issued astatement and spoke on the Senate floor highlighting the importance of passing the bill, noting that the GENIUS Act is the result of months of good-faith, bipartisan negotiations and has benefited from extensive consultation with industry participants, legal and academic experts, and government stakeholders. On June 17, the Senate passed the bill and President Trump endorsed the legislation. The House of Representatives advancedthe legislation on July 17, 2025. 

    To read Senator Scott’s op-ed in the Washington Examiner on the GENIUS Act, click here.

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  • MIL-OSI USA News: Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Signs GENIUS Act into Law

    Source: US Whitehouse

    MAKING AMERICA THE LEADER IN DIGITAL ASSETS: Today, President Donald J. Trump signed the GENIUS Act into law, a historic piece of legislation that will pave the way for the United States to lead the global digital currency revolution.

    • The GENIUS Act prioritizes consumer protection, strengthens the U.S. dollar’s reserve currency status, and bolsters our national security.
    • The GENIUS Act will make America the undisputed leader in digital assets, bringing massive investment and innovation to our country.

    PROTECTING CONSUMERS IN THE DIGITAL MARKET: President Trump supports the GENIUS Act because it protects consumers from nefarious actors in financial markets.

    • This long-overdue legislation creates the first-ever Federal regulatory system for stablecoins, ensuring their stability and trust through strong reserve requirements.
    • The GENIUS Act requires 100% reserve backing with liquid assets like U.S. dollars or short-term Treasuries and requires issuers to make monthly, public disclosures of the composition of reserves.
    • Stablecoin issuers must comply with strict marketing rules to protect consumers from deceptive practices. Crucially, they are forbidden from making misleading claims that their stablecoins are backed by the U.S. government, federally insured, or legal tender.
    • The GENIUS Act aligns State and Federal stablecoin frameworks, ensuring fair and consistent regulation throughout the country.
    • In the event of insolvency of a stablecoin issuer, the GENIUS Act prioritizes stablecoin holders’ claims over all other creditors, ensuring a final backstop of consumer protection.

    ENSURING U.S. DOLLAR GLOBAL RESERVE CURRENCY STATUS: By driving demand for U.S. Treasuries, stablecoins will play a crucial role in ensuring the continued global dominance of the U.S. dollar as the world’s reserve currency.

    • The GENIUS Act will generate increased demand for U.S. debt and cement the dollar’s status as the global reserve currency by requiring stablecoin issuers to back their assets with Treasuries and U.S. dollars.
    • Additionally, the GENIUS Act will play a key role in attracting more digital asset activity to the country by providing clear rules and promoting responsible innovation in the stablecoin market.

    COMBATING ILLICIT ACTIVITY IN DIGITAL ASSETS: Through regulation and registration of stablecoin issuers, along with coordination with the Treasury Department on sanctions enforcement, the GENIUS Act reinforces our national security.

    • The GENIUS Act explicitly subjects stablecoin issuers to the Bank Secrecy Act, thereby clearly obligating them to establish effective anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance programs with risk assessments, sanctions list verification, and customer identification.
    • This legislation improves the Treasury Department’s ability to combat illicit stablecoin activities by enhancing its sanctions evasion and money laundering enforcement capabilities.
    • All stablecoin issuers must possess the technical capability to seize, freeze, or burn payment stablecoins when legally required and must comply with lawful orders to do so.

    DELIVERING ON PROMISE TO MAKE AMERICA THE CRYPTO CAPITAL OF THE WORLD: President Trump is fulfilling his campaign promise to position America as the global leader in cryptocurrency.

    • President Trump promised to make the United States the “crypto capital of the world,” emphasizing the need to embrace digital assets to drive economic growth and technological leadership.
    • In his first week in office, President Trump signed an Executive Order to promote United States leadership in digital assets.
    • In March, President Trump signed an Executive Order to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and a U.S. Digital Asset Stockpile, positioning the United States as a leader among nations in government digital asset strategy.
    • President Trump has long been a proponent of the GENIUS Act, saying it “is going to make America the UNDISPUTED Leader in Digital Assets — Nobody will do it better, it is pure GENIUS! Digital Assets are the future, and our Nation is going to own it. We are talking about MASSIVE Investment, and Big Innovation. The House will hopefully move LIGHTNING FAST, and pass a ‘clean’ GENIUS Act. Get it to my desk, ASAP — NO DELAYS, NO ADD ONS. This is American Brilliance at its best, and we are going to show the World how to WIN with Digital Assets like never before!”

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  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: New weather radar for Nelson Tasman region

    Source: New Zealand Government

    The Government is funding MetService to procure a new Nelson Tasman weather radar to improve severe weather monitoring and response in the region, Associate Transport Minister James Meager has announced.  

    “Following the recent devastating weather events in Nelson Tasman, our focus has been on supporting the region’s recovery whilst looking for opportunities to better prepare the community for future disasters,” Mr Meager says.  

    “I’m pleased to confirm the Crown’s existing MetService contract will be varied to immediately begin the procurement of a new radar for the region. This is something the community has asked for, and it’s my hope the investment will give locals peace of mind over their individual and property safety in future events.

    “Weather radars play an incredibly important role in emergency management once an event starts. They allow forecasters to monitor the progression of a storm, refine short-term forecasts and warnings, and provide specific guidance to emergency managers about the distribution and intensity of rainfall.” 

    “Nelson Tasman has experienced several high-impact flooding events in recent years. Since 2011, there have been five states of emergency declared in the region,” Emergency Management and Recovery Minister Mark Mitchell says. 

    “Providing Nelson Tasman with a new weather radar will give emergency managers greater ability to monitor rainfall and flooding risk during a severe weather event, reducing the risk of loss of life and property.” 

    A new radar has a capital cost of up to $5 million and ongoing operating costs of approximately $800,000 per annum. Immediate work will begin using existing MetService funding.

    “In addition to the new weather radar, the Government has committed to strengthening the emergency management system to ensure it is fit for purpose to manage significant, widespread emergencies,” Mr Mitchell says.

    “Investments in modern technology and trained personnel, along with clear governance structures and assurance, will ensure faster, more effective emergency management.”

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  • MIL-OSI: Oak Valley Bancorp Reports 2nd Quarter Results and Announces Cash Dividend

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    OAKDALE, Calif., July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Oak Valley Bancorp (NASDAQ: OVLY) (the “Company”), the bank holding company for Oak Valley Community Bank and their Eastern Sierra Community Bank division, recently reported unaudited consolidated financial results. For the three months ended June 30, 2025, consolidated net income was $5,588,000, or $0.67 per diluted share (EPS), as compared to $5,297,000, or $0.64 EPS, for the prior quarter and $5,889,000, or $0.71 EPS, for the same period a year ago. Consolidated net income for the six months ended June 30, 2025 was $10,885,000, or $1.31 EPS, compared to $11,616,000 or $1.41 EPS for the same period of 2024.

    The increase in second quarter net income compared to the prior quarter was the result of loan growth, a rise in the yield of the loan portfolio, and the corresponding increase in interest income. The QTD and YTD decreases compared to the same periods of 2024 were related to an increase in deposit interest expense and general operating expenses.

    Net interest income for the three-months ended June 30, 2025 was $18,154,000, compared to $17,807,000 in the prior quarter, and $17,292,000 in the same period a year ago. The increase in net interest income over the prior periods is attributed to an increase in average earning asset balances and loan yields. Gross loans grew by $18,903,000 and $39,820,000 during the second quarter and prior twelve months, respectively, while loans yields continue to trend upward. The cost of funds increased throughout 2024, but began to decline during the first six months of 2025, ending at 0.77% during the second quarter of 2025, as compared to 0.79% for the prior quarter, and 0.73% for the same period of 2024. Net interest margin for the three months ended June 30, 2025 was 4.11%, compared to 4.09% for the prior quarter and 4.11% for the same period last year.

    “Our solid earnings results reflect our steady and cautious approach to managing our business. The increase in net interest income due to loan growth and stable interest margins demonstrates our ability to navigate changing market conditions. Our commitment to relationship-based deposit growth remains strong, enabling us to maintain a competitive lending strategy and manage profitability,” stated Rick McCarty, President and Chief Operating Officer.

    Non-interest income was $1,703,000 for the three-months ended June 30, 2025, compared to $1,613,000 for the prior quarter and $1,760,000 for the same period last year. The increase over the prior period was mainly due to fair value adjustments on a limited partner equity investment and increased production from our investment advisory service and related fee income. The decrease compared to the same period a year ago was the result of the same investment advisory service fee income.

    Non-interest expense totaled $12,688,000 for the three-months ended June 30, 2025, compared to $12,624,000 in the prior quarter and $11,616,000 in the same quarter a year ago. The increases compared to prior periods are due to general operating costs related to servicing the growing loan and deposit portfolios.

    Total assets were $1.92 billion at June 30, 2025, a decrease of $3.5 million from March 31, 2025 and an increase of $80.4 million over June 30, 2024. Gross loans were $1.11 billion at June 30, 2025, an increase of $18.9 million over March 31, 2025 and $39.8 million over June 30, 2024. The Company’s total deposits were $1.71 billion as of June 30, 2025, a decrease of $2.4 million from March 31, 2025 and an increase of $66.5 million over June 30, 2024. Our liquidity position remains strong, as evidenced by $198.9 million in cash and cash equivalents balances at June 30, 2025.

    “We are pleased with the continued expansion of our loan portfolio and the overall strength of our balance sheet. While deposits declined marginally from the previous quarter, our year-over-year deposit trajectory remains on an upward trend,” stated Chris Courtney, CEO. “Our growth is a testament to the unwavering dedication and collaboration of our team members. Their commitment to providing outstanding service to our clients has been instrumental in driving our steady growth and ability to exceed client expectations.”        

    Non-performing assets (“NPA”) remained at zero as of June 30, 2025, as they were for all of 2025 and 2024. The allowance for credit losses (“ACL”) as a percentage of gross loans decreased slightly to 1.03% at June 30, 2025, compared to 1.05% at March 31, 2025 and 1.04% at June 30, 2024. The decrease in the ACL as a percentage of gross loans from the prior periods is mainly due to the growth in the loan portfolio. Management has performed a thorough analysis of credit risk as part of the CECL model’s ACL computation, concluding that the credit loss reserves relative to gross loans remains at acceptable levels, and credit quality remains stable. As a result, the Company did not record a provision for credit losses during the second quarter.

    The Board of Directors of Oak Valley Bancorp at their July 15, 2025, meeting declared the payment of a cash dividend of $0.30 per share of common stock to its shareholders of record at the close of business on July 28, 2025. The payment date will be August 8, 2025 and will amount to approximately $2,515,000. This is the second dividend payment made by the Company in 2025.

    Oak Valley Bancorp operates Oak Valley Community Bank & their Eastern Sierra Community Bank division, through which it offers a variety of loan and deposit products to individuals and small businesses. They currently operate through 18 conveniently located branches: Oakdale, Turlock, Stockton, Patterson, Ripon, Escalon, Manteca, Tracy, Sacramento, Roseville, two branches in Sonora, three branches in Modesto, and three branches in their Eastern Sierra division, which includes Bridgeport, Mammoth Lakes, and Bishop. The company will open its 19th branch location later this year in Lodi.

    For more information, call 1-866-844-7500 or visit www.ovcb.com.

    This press release includes forward-looking statements about the corporation for which the corporation claims the protection of safe harbor provisions contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

    Forward-looking statements are based on management’s knowledge and belief as of today and include information concerning the corporation’s possible or assumed future financial condition, and its results of operations and business. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties. A number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Those factors include fluctuations in interest rates, government policies and regulations (including monetary and fiscal policies), legislation, economic conditions, including increased energy costs in California, credit quality of borrowers, operational factors and competition in the geographic and business areas in which the company conducts its operations. All forward-looking statements included in this press release are based on information available at the time of the release, and the Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement.

    Oak Valley Bancorp
    Financial Highlights (unaudited)
                 
    Selected Quarterly Operating Data: 2nd Quarter 1st Quarter 4th Quarter 3rd Quarter 2nd Quarter
    ($ in thousands, except per share) 2025 2025 2024 2024 2024
                 
      Net interest income $ 18,154   $ 17,807   $ 17,846   $ 17,655   $ 17,292  
      (Reversal of) provision for credit losses   –     –     –     (1,620 )   –  
      Non-interest income   1,703     1,613     1,430     1,846     1,760  
      Non-interest expense   12,688     12,624     11,548     11,324     11,616  
      Net income before income taxes   7,169     6,796     7,728     9,797     7,436  
      Provision for income taxes   1,581     1,499     1,720     2,473     1,547  
      Net income $ 5,588   $ 5,297   $ 6,008   $ 7,324   $ 5,889  
                 
      Earnings per common share – basic $ 0.68   $ 0.64   $ 0.73   $ 0.89   $ 0.72  
      Earnings per common share – diluted $ 0.67   $ 0.64   $ 0.73   $ 0.89   $ 0.71  
      Dividends paid per common share $ –   $ 0.300   $ –   $ 0.225   $ –  
      Return on average common equity   12.21 %   11.58 %   12.86 %   16.54 %   14.19 %
      Return on average assets   1.18 %   1.13 %   1.25 %   1.56 %   1.30 %
      Net interest margin (1)   4.11 %   4.09 %   4.00 %   4.04 %   4.11 %
      Efficiency ratio (2)   63.90 %   65.01 %   59.91 %   58.07 %   60.97 %
                 
    Capital – Period End          
      Book value per common share $ 22.17   $ 21.89   $ 21.95   $ 22.18   $ 20.55  
                 
    Credit Quality – Period End          
      Nonperforming assets / total assets   0.00 %   0.00 %   0.00 %   0.00 %   0.00 %
      Credit loss reserve / gross loans   1.03 %   1.05 %   1.04 %   1.07 %   1.04 %
                 
    Balance Sheet – Period End (in thousands)          
      Total assets $ 1,920,909   $ 1,924,365   $ 1,900,604   $ 1,900,455   $ 1,840,521  
      Gross loans   1,109,856     1,090,953     1,106,535     1,075,138     1,070,036  
      Nonperforming assets   –     –     –     –     –  
      Allowance for credit losses   11,430     11,448     11,460     11,479     11,121  
      Deposits   1,711,241     1,713,592     1,695,690     1,690,301     1,644,748  
      Common equity   185,805     183,520     183,436     185,393     171,799  
                 
    Balance Sheet – Average (in thousands)          
      Average assets $ 1,903,741   $ 1,903,585   $ 1,909,691   $ 1,863,983   $ 1,814,643  
      Average earning assets   1,818,430     1,814,338     1,819,649     1,780,056     1,737,270  
      Average equity   183,612     185,592     185,345     175,693     166,429  
                 
    Non-Financial Data          
      Full-time equivalent staff   231     225     223     222     223  
      Number of banking offices   18     18     18     18     18  
                 
    Common Shares outstanding          
      Period end   8,382,062     8,382,062     8,357,211     8,358,711     8,359,556  
      Period average – basic   8,245,147     8,231,844     8,224,504     8,221,475     8,219,699  
      Period average – diluted   8,285,299     8,278,301     8,278,427     8,263,790     8,248,295  
                 
    Market Ratios          
      Stock Price $ 27.24   $ 24.96   $ 29.25   $ 26.57   $ 24.97  
      Price/Earnings   10.02     9.56     10.09     7.52     8.69  
      Price/Book   1.23     1.14     1.33     1.20     1.22  
                 
    (1) This is a non-GAAP measure because its computed on a fully tax equivalent basis using a marginal federal tax rate of 21%.  
    (2) This ratio was changed to GAAP basis as of the quarter ended December 31, 2024, and all prior periods have been restated accordingly.
                 
                 
                 
    Profitability SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30,      
    ($ in thousands, except per share) 2025 2024      
                 
      Net interest income $ 35,961   $ 34,533        
      (Reversal of) provision for credit losses   –     –        
      Non-interest income   3,316     3,279        
      Non-interest expense   25,312     23,145        
      Net income before income taxes   13,965     14,667        
      Provision for income taxes   3,080     3,051        
      Net income $ 10,885   $ 11,616        
                 
      Earnings per share – basic $ 1.32   $ 1.41        
      Earnings per share – diluted $ 1.31   $ 1.41        
      Dividends paid per share $ 0.30   $ 0.225        
      Return on average equity   11.89 %   14.03 %      
      Return on average assets   1.15 %   1.28 %      
      Net interest margin (1)   4.10 %   4.10 %      
      Efficiency ratio (2)   64.44 %   59.36 %      
                 
    Capital – Period End          
      Book value per share $ 22.17   $ 20.55        
                 
    Credit Quality – Period End          
      Nonperforming assets/ total assets   0.00 %   0.00 %      
      Credit loss reserve/ gross loans   1.03 %   1.04 %      
                 
    Balance Sheet – Period End (in thousands)          
      Total assets $ 1,920,909   $ 1,840,521        
      Gross loans   1,109,856     1,070,036        
      Nonperforming assets   –     –        
      Allowance for credit losses   11,430     11,121        
      Deposits   1,711,241     1,644,748        
      Stockholders’ equity   185,805     171,799        
                 
    Balance Sheet – Average (in thousands)          
      Average assets $ 1,903,663   $ 1,819,426        
      Average earning assets   1,816,395     1,740,898        
      Average equity   184,596     166,071        
                 
    Non-Financial Data          
      Full-time equivalent staff   231     223        
      Number of banking offices   18     18        
                 
    Common Shares outstanding          
      Period end   8,382,062     8,359,556        
      Period average – basic   8,238,532     8,214,658        
      Period average – diluted   8,281,819     8,246,472        
                 
    Market Ratios          
      Stock Price $ 27.24   $ 24.97        
      Price/Earnings   10.22     8.81        
      Price/Book   1.23     1.22        
                 
      (1) This is a non-GAAP measure because its computed on a fully tax equivalent basis using a marginal federal tax rate of 21%.
      (2) This ratio was changed to GAAP basis as of the year ended December 31, 2024, and the prior period has been restated accordingly.
    Contact: Chris Courtney/Rick McCarty
    Phone:  (209) 848-2265
      www.ovcb.com

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