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  • MIL-OSI USA: Creating 600 Tech Jobs in New Brooklyn Headquarters

    Source: US State of New York

    overnor Kathy Hochul today announced that Queen One, Inc., a visionary commerce technology company, will establish its new headquarters at 25 Kent Avenue in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, under a 10-year lease agreement. The 30,000-square-foot facility represents more than $10 million in capital investment and is expected to create 600 full-time, high-tech jobs while generating $67 million in research and development investment over the next five years as the company builds its next-generation e-commerce platform. Supported by $6 million in performance-based Excelsior Jobs Program tax credits from Empire State Development, this headquarters marks a major step forward in advancing New York’s leadership in innovation, job creation and the digital economy.

    “New York is the destination of choice for the next generation of technology companies, and Queen One’s decision to launch its headquarters in Brooklyn is a powerful endorsement of that momentum,” Governor Hochul said. “This project brings hundreds of high-quality jobs and millions in research and development, reaffirming our commitment to making the Empire State a national leader in innovation, talent, and opportunity. We’re proud to support projects that not only grow the economy but also strengthen our communities through inclusive, forward-looking investment.”

    Empire State Development President, CEO and Commissioner Hope Knight said, “Under Governor Hochul’s leadership, New York continues to be at the forefront of technology and innovation. Queen On’’s decision to establish its headquarters in Brooklyn is a testament to our state’s talented workforce, vibrant business ecosystem, and strategic investments in the industries of tomorrow. Empire State Development is proud to support Queen One’s growth as part of our broader efforts to attract cutting-edge companies, strengthen regional economies, and position New York as a national leader in tech-driven innovation.”

    Queen One COO & Founder Maricor Resente said, “Empire State Development’s support isn’t just an investment in Queen One; it’s an investment in the future of New York. I can say with immense pride that we are building something truly special right here in Brooklyn. This city isn’t just where we work; it’s a part of who we are. We are creating these jobs, not just to grow Queen One, but to show other entrepreneurs why New York is the best place to build.”

    Queen One CEO & Founder Ryan Urban said, “What we’re setting up to do here in Brooklyn is to build a foundation for vision and creation, right in the heart of a city that never stops creating. We’re developing a Vision Centre where innovation meets purpose and our team will ship breakthrough technology. Monday through Thursday, it will be a destination, hosting the best organizations and people in New York. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday the space transforms into an Imaginarium for adults with autism to have friends, enjoy life and break free.”

    Queen One is a New York-based company with a bold vision for the future of commerce. Its technology brings life and energy to brand websites and communication programs. Guided by the belief that every product has a story, Queen One is building a platform that helps communicate their value and drive real revenue for Commerce brands worldwide. While anchored by deeply-skilled technology roles — including product designers, software engineers, and generative artificial intelligence experts — the headquarters will also house key commercial teams driving sales, marketing, and partnerships. Together, these roles will strengthen Brooklyn’s emerging tech and innovation corridor.

    Empire State Development is supporting Queen One’s new headquarters with $6 million in performance-based Excelsior Jobs Program tax credits tied to job creation commitments. This strategic investment exemplifies New York’s approach to attracting innovative companies that deliver high-paying jobs and substantial research and development. By backing cutting-edge e-commerce and AI firms, the state is positioning itself as the premier East Coast destination for next-generation technology companies, leveraging its world-class talent pipeline and established innovation ecosystem to compete with traditional tech hubs nationwide.

    New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) President & CEO Andrew Kimball said, “We are proud to work with Queen One on their selection of their new headquarters right here in New York City – a move that will bring 600 jobs to the city by 2030. Queen One joins a thriving innovation ecosystem in Brooklyn and its emphasis on AI will contribute to NYC’s status as the applied AI capital of the world. 25 Kent, in the heart of Williamsburg, will serve as an ideal launchpad for Queen One’s New York City chapter.”

    Additionally, Queen One is committed to fostering community engagement through workforce development programs, local technology training initiatives, and industry networking events hosted at its facilities. The company is also establishing a weekend center for adults with autism — a dedicated space for connection, support, and creation — a mission close to the hearts of its founding team. By opening its headquarters to the public, Queen One aims to create meaningful connective experiences that contribute to the vibrancy of the Williamsburg neighborhood.

    New York City’s vibrant tech ecosystem continues to attract innovative firms like Queen One, solidifying its role as a global leader in digital innovation and entrepreneurship. The city’s unique combination of diverse talent, robust capital access, renowned academic institutions, and creative energy provides an unmatched foundation for both established tech giants and emerging startups. Recent investments from prominent companies such as OpenAI, Duolingo and StubHub, along with strategic investments from high-growth firms like Figma, Rippling, Rokt, and Quadrature, underscore this dynamic environment. Queen One’s new Brooklyn headquarters further accelerates growth within emerging tech corridors, contributing to breakthrough developments in artificial intelligence, e-commerce, and digital infrastructure. As New York fosters these innovations, the state is not just keeping pace with the future of technology—it’s helping to define it as the premier destination for companies seeking to scale operations in a thriving, forward-thinking market.

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  • MIL-OSI Australia: Visit to France to advance Australia’s trade interests

    Source: Australian Attorney General’s Agencies

    This week, I will travel to France to lead Australia’s delegation to the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting and meet with counterparts to advance Australia’s trade interests and advocate for the rules-based trading system.

    The OECD Ministerial Council Meeting is an opportunity to discuss cooperation on open markets, the digital economy, and the building of sustainable and inclusive economic growth.

    On the sidelines of this meeting, Australia will host the annual informal gathering of World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministers. The meeting will provide an opportunity to build momentum for WTO reform and reinforce the importance of an open, rules-based global trading system.

    Australia will also host a meeting of Cairns Group Ministers to discuss how we can advance agricultural reform that brings us closer to a level playing field in agricultural trade.

    I look forward to meeting with a number of my counterparts, including EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maroš Šefčovič.

    The EU is the second-largest economy in the world, with a GDP of approximately AUD31 trillion in 2025. Concluding a free trade agreement with the EU is a priority, but we have been clear that a deal needs to deliver meaningful market access outcomes, including for Australian agriculture.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Cochrane — Cochrane RCMP lay over 50 criminal code charges

    Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

    In the later evening of April 30, 2025, RCMP received multiple reports of a male pointing a long gun at another male while driving a stolen truck on Stoney Nakoda First Nation. Officers of Cochrane RCMP immediately responded with assistance from the Calgary Police HAWKS helicopter and RCMP Police Dog Services. Officers quickly became aware of the whereabouts of the suspect truck. The suspect driver drove head on towards an officer forcing the officer to swerve into the ditch to avoid contact. Shortly after, the officer deployed a tire deflation device, successfully puncturing three of the suspect’s vehicle tires. The vehicle came to a stop where the driver immediately fled into the woods.

    Officers quickly contained the vehicle and arrested two occupants. With coordinated efforts from the police helicopter and police dog services, the driver who fled the truck was quickly located and arrested without incident. A search of the vehicle yielded a rifle, bear spray, brass knuckles, and illicit drugs.

    A 38-year-old individual, a resident of Stoney Nakoda First Nation, Alta., was charged with a total of 36 offences, some including:

    • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle;
    • Careless use of a firearm;
    • Possession of a firearm for dangerous purpose;
    • Possession of a prohibited weapon;
    • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose;
    • Possession of property obtained by crime;
    • Breach of release order (x7);
    • Possession of a controlled substance;
    • Unlawfully drive a motor vehicle uninsured AND suspended et al

    The individual was held for a judicial interim release hearing and remanded into custody. The individual is set to appear in the Alberta Court of Justice in Cochrane on May 5, 2025.

    A 35-year-old individual, a resident of Stoney Nakoda First Nation, was charged with a total of 19 offences, some including:

    • Possession of property obtained by crime;
    • Possession of a prohibited weapon;
    • Possession of a firearm for dangerous purpose;
    • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose;
    • Breach of release order (x11) et al

    The 35-year-old individual was also held for a judicial interim release hearing and remanded into custody. The individual is set to appear in the Alberta Court of Justice in Cochrane on May 5, 2025.

    A youth, who cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act was also arrested and held for a judicial interim release hearing. The youth was charged with a total of 11 offences, with some including possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose, possession of a prohibited weapon and obstruction. The youth was released on conditions and will appear in the Alberta Court of Justice in Cochrane later in May.

    Cochrane RCMP encourage the public to report any criminal or suspicious activity to police. Reports tell us where to look, who to look for, and where to patrol in the future. If you see a crime in progress, dial 911. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Calgary — Alberta RCMP Southern Alberta Crime Reduction Unit interdicts theft ring

    Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

    In April 2025, the RCMP Southern Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit (SAD CRU) became aware of a series of commercial break and enters in Southern Alberta and began an investigation. The suspects targeted cannabis dispensaries, liquor stores, convenience stores and other rural Alberta businesses. The suspects also began targeting houses in Banff to steal bikes and homes in Chestermere targeting open garages and vehicles. The crew of suspects used stolen vehicles to commit these break and enters in various location in Southern Alberta.

    On May 2, 2025, the RCMP Southern Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit arrested a 36-year-old individual, a resident of Blood Tribe First Nation, and a 38-year-old individual, a resident of Calgary. At the time of their arrest, both individuals were in possession of two stolen vehicles and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

    The 36-year-old individual was charged with:

    • Break and enter (x7)
    • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000 (x4)
    • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 (x3)
    • Failing to comply with release orders (x5)
    • Wearing a disguise to commit an offence

    The 38-year-old individual was charged with:

    • Break and enter (x2)
    • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
    • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 (x2)
    • Failing to comply with release orders (x4)
    • Wearing a disguise to commit an offence
    • Possession of break in tools

    Both individuals were remanded into custody and are scheduled to appear in court as follows:

    • The 36-year-old individual on May 16, 2025, at the Alberta Court of Justice in Calgary.
    • The 38-year-old individual, at the Albert Court of Justice in Okotoks, Alta.

    “Using our analysts and a more intelligence-based approach we are able to identify and focus our enforcement efforts on these repeat offenders,” says Cst. Katelyn Dagg of SAD CRU, “it is through this approach that we can have the largest impact on reducing crime.”

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Victim named in Croydon murder investigation

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    Officers are continuing to investigate the fatal stabbing of a woman in Croydon on Saturday, 31 May.

    Police were called to Frith Road at 09:07hrs following reports of a stabbing. Sadly, a woman was declared dead at the scene by the London Ambulance Service after sustaining a single stab wound.

    Formal identification is yet to take place but the victim has been named as 26-year-old Marjama Osman from Croydon. Her family are aware and will continue to receive support from specialist officers.

    Officers within the Met Police’s Specialist Crime Command launched a murder investigation and have been pursuing enquiries in the local area.

    A 33-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder. On Sunday, 1 June, officers also arrested a 32-year-old man on suspicion of murder. Both men have since been released on bail whilst enquiries continue.

    Detective Chief Inspector Dave Whellams, who is leading the Met’s investigation said:

    “We appreciate that this tragic incident has caused real concern within the community in Croydon.

    “Our priority at the moment is to continue gathering the evidence we need to hold whoever is responsible for Marjama’s death to account, whilst supporting her family at this difficult time.

    “Our understanding at the moment is that Marjama was assaulted inside an address on Frith Road before going into the street where she collapsed. We are appealing to anyone who may have seen or heard anything in the area to contact us and assist with our investigation.

    “We appreciate that there is speculation within the local community around Marjama’s death. I would encourage anyone who may have heard anything concerning her death to contact us. These conversations within the community could lead us to getting the justice Marjama deserves.”

    Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or message @MetCC on X giving the reference 2240/31MAY.

    To remain 100 per cent anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: IAEA Team Concludes Site and External Events Design Review for El Salvador’s First Nuclear Power Plant

    Source: International Atomic Energy Agency – IAEA

    An IAEA team of experts visited the candidate sites of El Salvador’s first nuclear power plant during a Site and External Events Design Review Service mission. (Photo: CEL)

    An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts has concluded a six-day safety review of El Salvador’s site selection process for its first nuclear power plant (NPP). The Central American country is embarking on a nuclear power programme to diversify its energy mix and to provide a clean and reliable source of energy to support economic development.

    The Site and External Events Design Review Service (SEED) mission, which took place between 26 to 31 May, reviewed El Salvador’s adherence to IAEA guidance on the site selection process. The SEED mission was carried out at the request of the Government of El Salvador and hosted by the Organization for the Implementation of the Nuclear Energy Program in El Salvador (OIPEN) and the Executive Hydroelectric Commission of the Lempa River (CEL). The SEED mission was the first of its kind in El Salvador.

    El Salvador is completing the site selection process based on a comprehensive methodology that integrates geospatial data analysis, national regulations and existing public infrastructure.

    The SEED review team comprised three experts from Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States, as well as two IAEA staff members. They reviewed the site selection report, together with the siting process, siting criteria and data collection process for siting activities.

    The team also visited and observed the candidate sites located in Chalatenango – about 40 kilometres northeast of the capital San Salvador – and San Vicente – about 70 kilometres east of San Salvador.

    In addition to the SEED review mission, the IAEA provided a SEED Capacity Building Workshop to support site evaluation, which includes the site characterization stage. During the workshop, external experts and participants engaged in discussions that will contribute to future progress in the site evaluation process.

    “We confirmed that CEL independently developed exclusion criteria for site screening and effectively narrowed down the areas of the country with the lowest external hazard risks. This can be considered a good practice for minimizing risks,” said mission team leader Kazuyuki Nagasawa, Senior Nuclear Safety Officer at the IAEA.

    The team provided recommendations to improve the quality and to optimize the site selection process, aiming to select the most favourable site. This optimization seeks to minimize the potential for the selected site to be found unsuitable during the site characterization stage. The factors to be considered include seismic, flooding and volcanic hazards. It’s also important to balance site characteristics with specific design features, site protection measures and administrative procedures from the early stages of the site selection process.

    “From the early stages of the site selection process, we have been guided by the technical guidance of the IAEA, rigorously applying its physical safety standards to ensure that this process follows a technical, transparent and responsible approach for all Salvadorans,” said Daniel Alvarez, President of CEL and Honorary Director of OIPEN.

    OIPEN and CEL will continue to receive technical support from the IAEA, as they advance from the site selection stage and move into the subsequent site characterization stage, in line with the IAEA Specific Safety Guide on Site Survey and Site Selection for Nuclear Installations, as well as other relevant Safety Guides for external hazards assessment.

    The final SEED mission report will be delivered to the Government of El Salvador within three months.

    About Site and External Events Design Review Service (SEED) missions

    SEED missions are expert review missions that assist countries going through different stages in the development of a nuclear power programme. The service offers a choice of modules in which to focus the review, such as site selection, site assessment and design of structures, systems and components, taking into consideration site specific external and internal hazards.

    In the case of site selection review, SEED missions assess the appropriate consideration of the safety issues in the site selection process.

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  • MIL-OSI: Chairman and CEO Stockholder Letter: Unanimous Supreme Court Ruling Builds the Case for Pre-Escalation and Widespread BolaWrap Adoption

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Barnes v. Felix expands window of liability to include the totality of circumstances—renewing focus on officer’s actions during the pre-escalation period.

    MIAMI, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wrap Technologies, Inc, (NASDAQ: WRAP) (“Wrap” or, the “Company”), a global leader in innovative public safety technologies and non-lethal tools, today issues a letter to stockholders from Founder and CEO, Scot Cohen.

    Chairman and CEO Letter to Stockholders

    Fellow Stockholders,

    Law-enforcement tools, technologies, and tactics are under constant scrutiny—not just for their effectiveness, but for how they’re viewed by the public we serve. As public perception and the legal landscape evolves, law enforcement officers and leaders are challenged to keep up, balancing their constitutional oath to protect and the reality of operational readiness against growing public expectations. As a result, law enforcement landscape of liability is evolving rapidly, shaped by new legal rulings, heightened public expectations, and new technologies.

    Wrap’s BolaWrap was designed to fill the critical gap between verbal commands and use-of-force options (e.g. guns, tasers, pepper spray, baton)—a space where too many incidents often escalate quickly. After hundreds of conversations with law enforcement leaders and thousands of hours of body worn camera reviews, we believe one thing is clear: in agencies that have fully integrated the BolaWrap 150 with proper training and policy, it has become the most-used tool on the belt. We believe it reliably and predictably shines and excels where liability is highest and safer alternatives are most needed.

    Supreme Court Ruling: The Case for Pre-Escalation

    The recent Supreme Court decision in Barnes v. Felix will likely have a seismic shift in how use-of-force incidents will be evaluated under federal civil rights law moving forward, which has the potential to change the way officers approach a scene. By expanding the analysis and calculus of the courts to include a new “totality of the circumstances” test, the decision broadens the scope of officer accountability beyond just the moment force is applied.

    This shift affirms what Wrap has believed since day one: that the best way to improve public safety, reduce liability, and drive better outcomes is to prevent escalation before it begins.

    In this new legal landscape, officers may be found liable not for how they used force, but for their actions in the pre-escalation period. Departments that lack pre-escalation tools, training, or tactics may face increased litigation risk, consent decrees, and community backlash. This may be especially true in cases where force is used against individuals experiencing mental or behavioral health crises. In its opinion, the Supreme Court acknowledged the growing legal and societal expectation that officers must exhaust de-escalation tactics before resorting to potentially lethal force. This ruling doesn’t merely challenge historical doctrine—it potentially redefines it.

    Aligning BolaWrap in a Post Barnes World

    We believe BolaWrap is uniquely positioned to meet this moment because we are one of the only non-lethal, non-pain-based-compliance device that can be rapidly deployed at the earliest stages of subject non-compliance —defining a new standard in “Pre-Escalation” policing. We believe the BolaWrap 150 offers officers a safer, more consistent, and constitutionally sound primary plan, especially as courts now evaluate individual officer liability based on the totality of circumstances.

    Building upon our product differentiation, we’ve filed federal trademark applications for two key public safety concepts: “Pre-Escalation” and the “WrapWindow.”

    • Pre-Escalation represents a newly defined phase in the use-of-force continuum—marking the period of time and opportunity for officers to act before a subject can escalate the event to greater conflict and risk.
    • The WrapWindow exists within the Pre-Escalation Period and defines a narrow but crucial time frame where an officer has the legal constitutional authority to place a subject into handcuffs and when verbal commands and presence are not effective. It’s in this WrapWindow of pre-escalation opportunity that we believe our flagship device, the BolaWrap 150, excels and has the opportunity to deliver a non-pain-based intervention at the most effective time with the least amount of risk to the officer or subject.

    While the BolaWrap™ 150 can be successfully deployed during other phases of a critical incident, included in conjunction with backup and lethal cover, its most effective use case is within the WrapWindow of the Pre-Escalation Period.

    These core principles form the foundation for the next generation of policing—defining and setting a new standard that aligns with the Supreme Court’s decision and the goal of law enforcement today. We intend to lay a roadmap of tools, technology, and tactical training within a public safety ecosystem to adopt and operationalize “Pre-Escalation” as the new standard in use-of-force decision-making.

    Ready for Widespread Adoption

    We are ready, with people and programs to meet the demand and accelerate our growth both domestically and abroad. Make no mistake, Wrap is entering a defining era. Defining “Pre-Escalation” and the “WrapWindow,” paired with our new ecosystem of solutions—WrapPlus, WrapTactics training, and WrapReady—we are positioned to scale. Delivering and defining exactly what today’s law enforcement environment demands: proactive, adaptive, and predictable tools. By aligning with the evolving legal liability landscape and expanding access through flexible pricing and agile deployment, we’re not just adapting to the future—we’re leading it. Existing BolaWrap programs will have priority access to this enhanced level of support which we believe will drive deployments to solidify its place as the most actively utilized tool in public safety.

    To our employees, partners, investors, and the officers who serve with courage and integrity: thank you for being part of the fastest-growing movement in public safety.

    Sincerely,

    Scot Cohen
    Founder, Chairman and CEO, WRAP Technologies, Inc.

    About Wrap Technologies, Inc.

    Wrap Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: WRAP) is a global leader in public safety solutions, bringing together cutting-edge technology with exceptional people to address the complex, modern day challenges facing public safety organizations.

    Wrap’s BolaWrap® solution is a safer way to gain compliance—without pain.

    This innovative, patented device deploys light, sound, and a Kevlar® tether to safely restrain individuals from a distance, giving officers critical time and space to manage non-compliant situations before resorting to higher-force options. The BolaWrap 150 does not shoot, strike, shock, or incapacitate—instead, it helps officers operate lower on the force continuum, reducing the risk of injury to both officers and subjects. Used by over 1,000 agencies across the U.S. and in 60 countries, BolaWrap® is backed by training certified by the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training (IADLEST), reinforcing Wrap’s commitment to public safety through cutting-edge technology and expert training.

    Wrap Reality™ VR is a fully immersive training simulator to enhance decision-making under pressure.

    As a comprehensive public safety training platform, it provides first responders with realistic, interactive scenarios that reflect the evolving challenges of modern law enforcement. By offering a growing library of real-world situations, Wrap Reality™ equips officers with the skills and confidence to navigate high stakes encounters effectively, leading to safer outcomes for both responders and the communities they serve.

    Wrap Intrensic is an advanced body-worn camera and evidence management system built for efficiency.

    Designed for efficiency, security, and transparency to meet the rigorous demands of modern law enforcement, Intrensic seamlessly captures, stores, and manages digital evidence, ensuring integrity and full chain-of-custody compliance. With automated workflows, secure cloud storage, and intuitive case management tools, it streamlines operations, reduces administrative burden, and enhances courtroom credibility.

    Trademark Information

    Wrap, the Wrap logo, BolaWrap®, Wrap Reality™ and Wrap Training Academy are trademarks of Wrap Technologies, Inc., some of which are registered in the U.S. and abroad. All other trade names used herein are either trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective holders.

    Cautionary Note on Forward-Looking Statements

    Safe Harbor Statement This release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “should”, “believe”, “target”, “project”, “goals”, “estimate”, “potential”, “predict”, “may”, “will”, “could”, “intend”, and variations of these terms or the negative of these terms and similar expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. Moreover, forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which involve factors or circumstances that are beyond the Company’s control. The Company’s actual results could differ materially from those stated or implied in forward-looking statements due to a number of factors, including but not limited to: the expected benefits of the acquisition of W1 Global, LLC, the Company’s ability to maintain compliance with the Nasdaq Capital Market’s listing standards; the Company’s ability to successfully implement training programs for the use of its products; the Company’s ability to manufacture and produce products for its customers; the Company’s ability to develop sales for its products; the market acceptance of existing and future products; the availability of funding to continue to finance operations; the complexity, expense and time associated with sales to law enforcement and government entities; the lengthy evaluation and sales cycle for the Company’s product solutions; product defects; litigation risks from alleged product-related injuries; risks of government regulations; the business impact of health crises or outbreaks of disease, such as epidemics or pandemics; the impact resulting from geopolitical conflicts and any resulting sanctions; the ability to obtain export licenses for counties outside of the United States; the ability to obtain patents and defend intellectual property against competitors; the impact of competitive products and solutions; and the Company’s ability to maintain and enhance its brand, as well as other risk factors mentioned in the Company’s most recent annual report on Form 10-K, subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, and other Securities and Exchange Commission filings. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this release and were based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts, and projections as well as the beliefs and assumptions of management. Except as required by law, the Company undertakes no duty or obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this release as a result of new information, future events or changes in its expectations.

    Investor Relations Contact:
    (800) 583-2652
    ir@wrap.com

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  • MIL-OSI: FormFactor, Inc. Announces Purchase of New Manufacturing Facility

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LIVERMORE, Calif., June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), a leading provider of test and measurement technologies for the semiconductor industry, today announced that it has purchased a manufacturing site in Farmers Branch, Texas. The site, which comprises four structures and includes 50,000 square feet of clean room space, was purchased for $55 million dollars.

    Commenting on the purchase, Mike Slessor, CEO of FormFactor, Inc., said, “FormFactor’s purchase of the Farmers Branch, Texas manufacturing facility enables us to acquire a scarce, fit-for-purpose asset that aligns with our strategic roadmap and provides significant operational flexibility. Located in a lower-operating cost region, it is one of a handful of existing facilities in the U.S. that has a clean room and comes equipped with the infrastructure to meet our future manufacturing needs.”

    Slessor added, “As we’ve said for some time, we are seeing increased test intensity driven by the adoption of advanced packaging technologies, which is in turn driving increased demand for FormFactor’s probe-card products. This is evident in the recent rapid growth of our High Bandwidth Memory, or HBM, probe-card revenue, and we expect this advanced-packaging driven growth to continue.”.

    “The purchase of this facility, for a competitive price, creates optionality for us in cost-effectively meeting this anticipated increasing long-term demand, and it will be an important step forward as we refine our operational strategy.”

    About FormFactor:

    FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle – from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The Company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America. For more information, visit the Company’s website at www.formfactor.com.

    Forward-looking Statements:

    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the federal securities laws, including with respect to the Company’s future financial and operating results, and the Company’s plans, strategies and objectives for future operations. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and beliefs as of the date of this release, and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company’s control, that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding future financial and operating results, including under the heading “Outlook” above, market trends, conditions in and the growth of the semiconductor industry and the Company’s performance, and other statements regarding the Company’s business. Forward-looking statements may contain words such as “may,” “might,” “will,” “expect,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “forecast,” “continue,” and “prospect,” and the negative or plural of these words and similar expressions, and include the assumptions that underlie such statements. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements: changes in and impacts from export control, tariffs and other trade barriers; changes in demand for the Company’s products; customer-specific demand; market opportunity; anticipated industry trends; the availability, benefits, and speed of customer acceptance or implementation of new products and technologies; manufacturing, processing, and design capacity, goals, expansion, volumes, and progress; difficulties or delays in research and development; industry seasonality; risks to the Company’s realization of benefits from acquisitions; reliance on customers or third parties (including suppliers); changes in macro-economic environments; events affecting global and regional economic and market conditions and stability such as tariffs, military conflicts, political volatility, infectious diseases and pandemics, and similar factors, operating separately or in combination; and other factors, including those set forth in the Company’s most current annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and other filings by the Company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. In addition, there are varying barriers to international trade, including restrictive trade and export regulations such as the US-China restrictions, dynamic tariffs, trade disputes between the U.S. and other countries, and national security developments or tensions, that may substantially restrict or condition our sales to or in certain countries, increase the cost of doing business internationally, and disrupt our supply chain. No assurances can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements within this press release will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what impact they will have on the results of operations or financial condition of the Company. Unless required by law, the Company is under no obligation (and expressly disclaims any such obligation) to update or revise its forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

    Investor Contact:
    Stan Finkelstein
    Investor Relations
    (925) 290-4273
    ir@formfactor.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Blue Mountain Launches Spring 2025 RAM Release, Advancing Asset Management for Life Sciences

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    STATE COLLEGE, Pa., June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blue Mountain, the leader in GMP-compliant Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) software for life sciences, announces the launch of its Spring 2025 RAM Release, introducing advanced capabilities that drive operational excellence, maximize compliance, and empower mobile teams across the Life Sciences industry.

    The Spring 2025 release builds on RAM’s trusted foundation by delivering enhancements in three transformative areas:

    • Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM): Enables organizations to move beyond scheduled routines to smarter, condition-driven workflows. Real-time threshold management and automatic task generation ensure precision interventions, reducing downtime and cutting maintenance costs.
    • RAM Mobile Enhancements: Teams can now execute work plans offline, submit mobile requests with photos, and maintain data integrity on the go. These updates dramatically reduce mean time to detection and improve documentation completeness.
    • Artificial Intelligence: Now available in validation environments, RAMMY AI delivers instant, contextual answers sourced directly from validated documentation—slashing lookup times by up to 98% and unlocking daily productivity gains.

    “Our Spring 2025 Release represents a major step toward predictive maintenance and mobile-first efficiency,” said Judy Fainor, Chief Technology Officer. “With condition-based maintenance, powerful mobile capabilities, and the introduction of AI, we’re enabling Life Sciences teams to work smarter, faster, and more compliantly than ever.”

    About Blue Mountain

    Blue Mountain is the leader in enterprise asset management for Life Sciences. For over 35 years, Blue Mountain has been committed to delivering innovative and high-quality solutions that ensure regulatory compliance, enable operational efficiency and equipment uptime, and provide insights that optimize asset lifecycle management. Trusted by more than 450+ Life Sciences companies, the Blue Mountain industry-leading cloud platform helps companies master end-to-end GMP asset management from set-up to installation and from training to validation. Blue Mountain is backed by Accel-KKR and headquartered in State College, PA.

    For more information, please visit www.coolblue.com and follow the company on LinkedIn.

    Media Contact:

    Christian Rockwell
    carockwell@coolblue.com

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Etu Energias Targets 80,000 Barrels Per Day (BPD), Joins Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2025 as Gold Sponsor

    Source: Africa Press Organisation – English (2) – Report:

    LUANDA, Angola, June 2, 2025/APO Group/ —

    Angolan private energy company Etu Energias has joined this year’s edition of the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) conference as a Gold Sponsor. The sponsorship reflects the company’s commitment to supporting Angola’s oil and gas production goals, as it seeks to sustain output above one million barrels per day (bpd) beyond 2027. For its part, Etu Energias targets 80,000 barrels per day (bpd) by 2030, and the AOG sponsorship highlights a broader objective of engaging with stakeholders to achieve this goal.

    Etu Energias’ sponsorship comes as the company undertakes an ambitious exploration campaign in Angola. The company signed a Risk Service Contract for onshore Block CON 4 in May 2025, outlining a 25-year operating licensing, including a five-year exploration timeframe and 20-year production period. To date, Etu Energias – alongside block partners Sonangol and Gesprocon – have completed the first phase of studies for the block and have defined a seismic survey. The milestone reflects a broader trend by the company to scale-up its exploration and production. By 2030, the company seeks to increase its oil reserves to 387 million barrels. The AOG sponsorship supports this goal by offering a platform for engagement and deal-signing.

    AOG is the largest oil and gas event in Angola. Taking place with the full support of the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas; the National Oil, Gas and Biofuels Agency; the Petroleum Derivatives Regulatory Institute; national oil company Sonangol; and the African Energy Chamber; the event is a platform to sign deals and advance Angola’s oil and gas industry. To sponsor or participate as a delegate, please contact sales@energycapitalpower.com.

    As Angola’s largest private oil producer, Etu Energias has stakes in eight exploration projects, 10 development projects and seven redevelopment projects. The company targets a series of developments in 2025, all of which support the advancement of underexplored blocks in Angola. Notably, Etu Energias plans to complete deforestation and demining for Block FS/FST in 2025, with the first exploration well expected to be spud this year. At offshore Block 2/05, the company plans to complete exploration studies this year, with drilling set for 2025/2026. To support block acquisition, Etu Energias is also planning to hold an Initial Public Offering (IPO) in 2026, aimed at strengthening its financial capacity. The IPO will not only support debt reduction, but provide greater access to a wider investment pool.

    Etu Energias’ exploration and production outlook builds on a highly-successful year in 2024, whereby the company expanded its portfolio of operated and non-operated assets from 6 to 15. The company’s oil reserves increased by 2.5 times during this period, reaching 106 million barrels. Major milestones during the year include an increase in block acquisitions. Offshore, the company increased its stake in Block 2/05 from 30% to 36%; in Block 14 from 20% to 29%; in Block 14K from 10% to 14.5%; and in Block 17/06 from 5% to 7.5%. Looking ahead, these acquisitions are expected to increase the company’s production capacity as it strives to unlock new deposits in Angola.

    Beyond the upstream sector, Etu Energias strives to expand its downstream portfolio, following the launch of its lubricant line in 2024. Launched in collaboration with Glide Petroleum, the 1,000-ton-per-month line is expected to start production in 2025. The project aligns with goals by Etu Energias to capture 25% share of the market by 2029. Etu Energias’ AOG 2025 sponsorship will support Etu Energias’ goals, offering an opportunity for the company to engage with industry leaders, connect with global partners and outline the company’s long-term approach to exploration and production.

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  • India and Japan strengthen maritime ties with focus on shipbuilding, green ports, and smart islands

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    In a significant step toward deepening maritime cooperation, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday held a bilateral meeting with Japan’s Vice Minister for International Affairs, Terada Yoshimichi, in Oslo, Norway. The discussions, aimed at fostering stronger maritime relations between India and Japan, covered key areas such as shipbuilding, port digitization, green port initiatives, maritime training, and the transformation of India’s Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep islands into Smart Islands.

    The ministers explored opportunities for Japanese investment in Indian shipyards, with a focus on collaborations involving leading Japanese companies like Imabari Shipbuilding, JMUC, Kanagawa Dockyard, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. Sonowal highlighted India’s interest in joint ventures with these firms, particularly for greenfield projects like Imabari Shipbuilding’s initiative in Andhra Pradesh. He also invited Japan’s maritime giants—NYK Line, MOL, and K Line—to explore investment opportunities in India’s burgeoning maritime sector.

    “Japan’s expertise in shipbuilding and ship repair is globally recognized, and we see immense potential for collaboration,” said Sonowal. “Our strong bilateral ties and India’s growing maritime industry present a unique opportunity for Japanese shipyards to invest in India, while collaboration on port digitization and green port initiatives will enhance the sustainability of our maritime logistics network.”

    The meeting also emphasized sustainable technologies and disaster-resilient infrastructure, with both sides discussing the development of Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep as Smart Islands. Leveraging Japan’s expertise in island development, the collaboration aims to integrate renewable energy, smart mobility systems, and digital infrastructure while prioritizing ecological conservation and regional maritime security.

    Vice Minister Terada expressed Japan’s keen interest in expanding maritime collaboration, particularly in shipbuilding and seafarer training. “India and Japan share an intimate relationship, and we are very interested in the maritime sector,” he said, noting positive discussions on mutual cooperation. Japan, already a key partner in India’s railway infrastructure, is now looking to strengthen its presence in the maritime domain.

    A key focus of the talks was the upskilling and employment of Indian seafarers in Japan. With over 154,000 trained seafarers, India is well-positioned to support Japan’s maritime workforce. Sonowal proposed structured training programs by Japanese maritime leaders to enhance the skills of Indian engineers and workers, further solidifying bilateral ties.

    The ministers also discussed India’s ambitious National Maritime Heritage Museum (NMHC) at Lothal, Gujarat, aimed at showcasing the country’s rich maritime legacy. Sonowal invited Japan to partner in this project and expressed hope for an early MoU to formalize the collaboration. Additionally, he extended an invitation to Vice Minister Terada for the India Maritime Week 2025, to be held in Mumbai from October 27-31, 2025, to explore further opportunities for investment and innovation in the maritime sector.

    The talks underscored the deep Indo-Japanese partnership, rooted in shared values of democracy, freedom, and cultural ties. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to regional maritime security and economic integration through frameworks like the Quad and the India-Japan-Australia Supply Chain Resilience Initiative (SCRI). Sonowal highlighted India’s alignment with Japan-led initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance (ISA), Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), and Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT).

    “Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is transforming its maritime sector through initiatives like Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047,” said Sonowal. “With Japan’s partnership, we aim to scale new heights, targeting five trillion yen (₹3.2 lakh crore) in investments by 2027 for a sustainable and mutually beneficial future.”

  • MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: USNS Comfort Departs Norfolk in Support of Continuing Promise 2025

    Source: United States Navy

    NORFOLK, Va. – The U.S. Navy Mercy-class hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) departed Naval Station Norfolk to begin its summer deployment to the U.S. Southern Command area of operation in support of U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S.4th Fleet’s Continuing Promise 2025, May 30.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Companies House appoints Luisa Fulci as Director of Transformation and Business Change

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    News story

    Companies House appoints Luisa Fulci as Director of Transformation and Business Change

    Luisa Fulci joins Companies House as Director of Transformation and Business Change during a key phase of digital and operational change.

    Companies House has appointed Luisa Fulci as its new Director of Transformation and Business Change.  

    Luisa brings a wealth of experience from both the public and private sectors. As Digital Customer and Commercial Services Director at Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council, she led the modernisation of digital and commercial services across housing, adult social care, environmental services, public health and corporate operations. 

    Prior to this, Luisa spent 16 years at Royal Mail, where she held several senior leadership roles. As Commercial Director, she implemented major reform initiatives to customer services and delivered commercial and digital strategies that prioritised customer needs.  

    Luisa is currently a non-executive board member at HM Courts and Tribunals Service, having been appointed in April 2024. Her previous non-executive roles include board positions at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust and Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust. At CILEx Regulation, she also advised on digital transformation and aided efforts to improve diversity in the legal profession. 

    Luisa has joined the Executive team at Companies House at a significant period of renewal. Her appointment reflects the organisation’s commitment to improving digital processes, ensuring operational efficiency and creating quality services for customers and stakeholders. 

    Reflecting on her appointment, Luisa said:

    I’m delighted to be joining Companies House at such a pivotal time of change. I’m looking forward to collaborating with my new colleagues to build on the substantial work that has already begun to create a more modern, digital and customer-focused organisation.

    Updates to this page

    Published 2 June 2025

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Landmark government trial shows AI could save civil servants nearly 2 weeks a year

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments 2

    Press release

    Landmark government trial shows AI could save civil servants nearly 2 weeks a year

    More than 20,000 civil servants took part in a government-led trial using generative AI to support their daily work – with early results showing time savings equivalent to nearly 2 working weeks per person, per year.

    • Over 20,000 civil servants were given the latest AI tech for 3 months, using it to draft documents, summarise meetings and more
    • from policy officials using it to cut through jargon and streamline consultations, to Work Coaches speeding up support for job seekers – officials said the tech boosted their ability to deliver the Plan for Change
    • comes as expansive research shows half of office work can be helped by AI, as government continues push to save £45 billion by creating a lean, modern state using tech

    AI can significantly reduce time spent on government tasks – freeing up time, capacity and boosting productivity, with a landmark trial of 20,000 civil servants showing they could save nearly 2 weeks each annually by using the technology. 

    This is the equivalent of giving 1,130 people a full year back – every year – to focus on higher-value tasks, innovation or public service impact, rather than admin-based work – with the potential for this to rise significantly if used across the entire civil service, transforming productivity and public service delivery at scale.  

    The findings show the use of AI across the Civil Service will directly support the government’s Plan for Change by driving innovation, fostering economic growth, and modernising how public services operate. 

    The trial found that using generative AI such as Microsoft 365 Copilot to assist with everyday tasks – including drafting documents, summarising lengthy emails, updating records, and preparing reports – saved users an average of 26 minutes per day. That adds to nearly 2 weeks of time saved per year per person, delivering a significant productivity boost when scaled across the public workforce.  

    At Companies House, staff use Copilot to handle routine customer queries and speed up tasks like drafting responses and updating records. At the Department for Work and Pensions, work coaches are using it to personalise advice for jobseekers – helping them get faster, more tailored support.   

    Technology Secretary Peter Kyle highlighted the findings in a keynote discussion at SXSW London today, where he joined former Prime Minister Tony Blair to discuss reimagining government and public service delivery in the age of AI.

    Commenting on the results he said:  

    These findings show that AI isn’t just a future promise – it’s a present reality. Whether it’s helping draft documents, preparing lesson plans, or cutting down on routine admin, AI tools are saving civil servants time every day. That means we can focus more on delivering faster, more personalised support where it really counts.  

    As we deliver our Plan for Change, we’re backing innovation like this to boost productivity and growth – not just in the private sector, but in public services too. AI is changing the way government operates, helping us work smarter, reduce red tape, and make better use of taxpayers’ money.

    Darren Hardman, CEO, Microsoft UK said:  

    AI is the most transformative technology of our time and we’re already seeing its potential to reshape public service delivery. Whether that’s DWP work coaches helping more jobseekers into work, local authorities improving social care for the most vulnerable in society or NHS clinicians with more time to see patients, the potential is profound. 

    As a strategic technology partner to the UK government, we have an amazing opportunity to help improve both the quality of the services people receive and the way they access them. This could unlock new levels of growth, efficiency, and innovation for the country.  

    The government’s Microsoft 365 Copilot experiment shows what’s possible when people are empowered with the right tools: 26 mins per day (almost 2 weeks per year) less time on admin, more time delivering what matters. And the really exciting part is, this is just the beginning.

    A DWP Work Coach involved in the trial said:

    Using Copilot, I was able to help a self-employed customer – Customer X – revitalise her small business. Together, we created tailored social media posts to boost her online presence and used AI to identify cost-saving opportunities. Within a week, she’d secured 7 new client bookings. She’s now using Copilot to streamline admin and manage bookings – freeing up time to grow her business. It’s a powerful example of how AI can deliver real results for the people we support.

    Complementing these findings, research from the Alan Turing Institute published today finds that AI could support up to 41% of tasks across the public sector, offering significant time savings. In schools, for example, teachers spend nearly 100 minutes a day on lesson planning – up to 75% of which could be supported by AI, freeing more time for the classroom. Civil servants spend around 30 minutes daily on emails, where AI could cut this effort by over 70%. From drafting documents to updating records, the research shows AI is well-placed to handle routine admin – supporting public servants across departments.  

    This forms part of the government’s broader effort to modernise the state and achieve £45 billion in savings by making public services faster, simpler, and more accessible—across health, education, and beyond – while rolling out digital tools like the GOV.UK App, Chat, and Wallet, and tackling outdated legacy systems that currently cost billions in lost productivity.

    Notes to editors

    Figures are derived from self-reported daily time savings provided by participants, averaged across the full cohort of 20,000 individuals.

    The £45 billion figure is composed of 3 main levers:

    1. Simplify and automate delivery across public sector (£36 billion)
    2. Migrate service processing to cheaper online channels (£4billion)
    3. Reduce fraud and error with digital compliance solutions (£6 billion)

    For further context and detailed analysis, please refer to:

    DSIT media enquiries

    Email press@dsit.gov.uk

    Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 6pm 020 7215 3000

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    Published 2 June 2025

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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Monday, June 2, 2025

    Source: Government of Canada – Prime Minister

    Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

    9:00 a.m. The Prime Minister will host a First Ministers’ Meeting.

    Note for media:

    3:30 p.m. The Prime Minister will hold a media availability.

    Notes for media:

    • Open coverage for accredited media

    • Media interested in participating can contact media@pmo-cpm.gc.ca for details.

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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador Move to Unlock Economic Potential of Offshore Wind

    Source: Government of Canada News

    June 2, 2025    St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador    Natural Resources Canada

    The offshore renewable energy sector offers Canada a once-in-a-generation economic opportunity, with the global offshore wind market expected to draw $1 trillion in investments by 2040. Boasting the world’s longest coastlines, exceptional wind resources and a highly skilled labour pool, Atlantic Canada is ideally situated to capitalize on this extraordinary opportunity for economic growth and job creation.

    Today, the Government of Canada, in partnership with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, is pleased to announce the coming into force of legislation to enable the development of offshore renewable energy in Newfoundland and Labrador. This follows the passage of the federal Bill C-49 in October 2024 and Newfoundland and Labrador’s mirror legislation, Bill 90, in March 2025.

    The Government of Canada is committed to its strong history of joint management with the Governments of Newfoundland and Labrador and Nova Scotia and will work together with them to unlock the enormous potential of offshore renewable energy collaboratively and responsibly. 

    This is part of the federal government’s plan to make Canada an energy superpower and build the strongest economy in the G7. 

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Tight oil production in Permian drives growth in onshore U.S. Lower 48 states production

    Source: US Energy Information Administration

    In-brief analysis

    June 2, 2025

    Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Short Term Energy Outlook (Table 4a and Table 10b), May 2025 and Enverus
    Note: L48=U.S. Lower 48 states

    Onshore crude oil production in the U.S. Lower 48 states (L48) has more than tripled since January 2010, driven by tight oil production growth in the Permian region. Onshore crude oil production is made up of both legacy oil production, primarily from vertically drilled wells, and newer tight oil production, primarily from horizontally drilled wells.

    Legacy production decreased from 2.6 million barrels per day (b/d) in 2010 to 2.1 million b/d in 2024. Over the same period, tight oil production increased from 0.8 million b/d to 8.9 million b/d, accounting for 81% of total onshore L48 oil production in 2024. The Permian accounted for 65% of all tight oil production growth and 51% of L48 oil production in 2024.

    Since 2010, U.S. tight oil production within and outside of the Permian has generally grown. Tight oil production from non-Permian plays decreased from 2015 to 2017 in a period of low oil prices. At the beginning of 2020, tight oil production from the Permian region was essentially equal to tight oil production from all other producing regions in the United States. Permian and non-Permian oil production both fell significantly in response to crude oil prices falling below $50 per barrel (b) related to the COVID-19 pandemic, with production reaching annual lows in May 2020. After 2020, however, production in the Permian increased at a faster rate than production outside the Permian.

    Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Short Term Energy Outlook (Table 10b), May 2025 and Enverus
    Note: WTI=West Texas Intermediate

    Tight oil production in the Permian began growing again in 2021 as crude oil prices rose, but production in the non-Permian remained low. After 2020, Permian tight oil production grew at a slower rate than 2017–19, but by December 2024, Permian production reached 5.6 million b/d, up 45% compared with 2020. In contrast, non-Permian tight oil production decreased by 14.9% (0.6 million b/d) based on the annual average oil volumes from 2020 to 2024.

    Within the Permian region, the Wolfcamp, Bone Spring, and Spraberry plays produce most of the tight oil, accounting for 99% of Permian tight oil production in 2024. The Wolfcamp play, the largest of the three, has driven growth in the Permian and produced 3.4 million b/d of tight oil in 2024, which was equivalent to production from all other non-Permian tight oil plays combined. The Spraberry and Bone Spring combined produced an average 2.1 million b/d in 2024.

    Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Short Term Energy Outlook (Table 10b), May 2025 and Enverus

    Principal contributor: Troy Cook

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Lloydminster — Lloydminster RCMP advising public of increased police presence – Update #2

    Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

    On May 2, 2025, Lloydminster RCMP responded to a request for assistance from the Wilton Police Service after a vehicle fled a traffic stop related to a series of break and enters in Onion Lake, Sask.

    Lloydminster RCMP General Duty members, along with the General Investigation Section and Police Dog Services, deployed to the area to assist. Officers were advised that the suspect vehicle had crashed through a fence and that two masked individuals had fled the scene on foot.

    Out of an abundance of caution, Lloydminster RCMP liaised with nearby schools to initiate hold and secure protocols while the investigation was ongoing.

    One male suspect has been taken into custody. A second suspect has been identified, and efforts to locate and arrest him are continuing. At this time, there is no ongoing risk to public safety.

    The RCMP would like to thank members of the public for their cooperation and assistance during this investigation. Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Lloydminster RCMP at 780-808-8400 or your local police detachment. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com, or through the “P3 Tips” app available on the Apple App Store or Google Play.

    To report a crime online or to access RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.

    Background

    May 2, 2025

    Lloydminster RCMP advising public of increased police presence – Update

    Lloydminster RCMP is advising that the police incident is now over. Thank-you for your cooperation.

    There will be an update with further information in the days to come.

    Background

    May 2, 2025

    Lloydminster RCMP advising public of increased police presence

    Lloydminster RCMP is advising the public that there is an increased police presence in the south west corner of the city as they search for a suspect who has fled. It is not believed that there is a threat to the general public at this time.

    Please avoid the area and refrain from posting the actions of police on social media. An update will be sent when the incident is over.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Parkland County — Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit Investigate homicide in Parkland County – Update #2

    Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

    One year later and the Alberta RCMP continue the investigation into the found remains of 19-year-old Eric Moonias who was located in a treed area south of Spruce Grove in Parkland County on May 15, 2024.

    The body of Eric Moonias was located in a container, and RCMP believe he was transported there from a different location.

    “The Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit continue our investigation into the homicide of Eric Moonias” says Constable Peter Crockford of the Alberta RCMP Major Crime Unit, “Anyone with information about his death and his activities in the weeks leading up to his death are asked to call police.”

    If you have any information about the whereabout and activities of Eric Moonias or have information about this crime please call the Parkland RCMP at 825-220-7267. If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

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  • MIL-OSI: Arv Private Wealth Launches with Support from LPL Strategic Wealth

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SAN DIEGO, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LPL Financial LLC announced today that financial advisors Christian Reuter, James “Scott” Robinson and Michael Capeder have launched a new independent practice, Arv Private Wealth, through affiliation with LPL Financial’s supported independence model, LPL Strategic Wealth. They reported serving approximately $330 million in advisory, brokerage and retirement plan assets* and join LPL from RBC.  

    Based in San Diego, Reuter and Robinson have been collaborating since 2012 and bring a combined six decades of financial industry experience to the practice. Capeder, who entered the financial industry in 2018, completes the team. Together, they aim to create an independent practice focused on helping clients work towards a more secure financial future. The firm’s name is a nod to the Danish word for “legacy” and “heritage,” serving as a guidepost for providing a holistic and integrated experience for their clients.

    “Clients face a myriad of situations throughout their lives — both good and bad — and it’s our responsibility to be there for them,” Reuter said. “Not just as financial advisors, but as trusted confidants, friends and someone they can turn to for guidance. For us, it’s not just about managing their wealth; it’s about being there for our clients when they need us most.”

    Why they made the move to LPL
    The team chose to affiliate via LPL’s comprehensive supported independence solution, LPL Strategic Wealth Services (SW), which combines the freedom and flexibility of entrepreneurship with hands-on business services and support to help practices thrive, both operationally and strategically. In addition to having access to LPL’s innovative wealth management platform and sophisticated resources, SW advisors benefit from a truly integrated service that includes simplified pricing, technology and dedicated support to launch their practice. Then, after the transition is complete, SW teams receive ongoing operations support managed by their team of experienced professionals including a business strategist, marketing partner, CFO and administrative assistant. Advisors have one point of contact, a dedicated team and priority access to advocacy and project management for complex business issues, ultimately allowing them to stay focused on the enduring needs of their clients and the culture and evolution of their practice.

    “From our first meeting, it was clear that everything LPL offers is designed with the advisor in mind,” Reuter said. “From LPL’s Admin Solutions which will allow our clients to schedule appointments quickly and easily, to ClientWorks, where they can access all their accounts with a single sign on, we will be able to create our ideal independent practice and deliver a next-level client experience.”

    Scott Posner, LPL Managing Director, Business Development, said, “We welcome the Arv Private Wealth team and congratulate them on going independent with LPL Strategic Wealth. At LPL, we believe in providing the strategic support and innovative resources advisors can use to deliver differentiated client experiences. We look forward to supporting this team for years to come.”

    Related
    Advisors, learn how LPL Financial can help take your business to the next level.

    About LPL Financial

    LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace, LPL supports over 29,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,200 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $1.8 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 7 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses. For further information about LPL, please visit www.lpl.com.

    Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial LLC (“LPL Financial”), a registered investment advisor and broker-dealer, member FINRA/SIPC.

    Throughout this communication, the terms “financial advisors” and “advisors” are used to refer to registered representatives and/or investment advisor representatives affiliated with LPL Financial.

    We routinely disclose information that may be important to shareholders in the “Investor Relations” or “Press Releases” section of our website.

    *Value approximated based on asset and holding details provided to LPL from end of year, 2024.

    Media Contact: 
    Media.relations@LPLFinancial.com 

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  • MIL-OSI: Invesco Ltd: Form 8.3 – Thruvision Group PLC; Public dealing disclosure

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    FORM 8.3

    PUBLIC DEALING DISCLOSURE BY
    A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE
    Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)

    1. KEY INFORMATION  
       
    (a) Full name of discloser: Invesco Ltd.  
    (b) Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):
    The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.    		    
    (c) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:
    Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree    		 Thruvision Group plc  
    (d) If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:    
    (e) Date position held/dealing undertaken:
    For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure    		 30.05.2025  
    (f) In addition to the company in 1(c) above, is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party to the offer?
    If it is a cash offer or possible cash offer, state “N/A”    		 N/A  
       
    2. POSITIONS OF THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE  
       
    If there are positions or rights to subscribe to disclose in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 2(a) or (b) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security.  
    (a) Interests and short positions in the relevant securities of the offeror or offeree to which the disclosure relates following the dealing (if any)  
       
    Class of relevant security: 1p ordinary GB00B627R876  
      Interests Short Positions  
      Number % Number %  
    (1) Relevant securities owned and/or controlled: 7,805,872* 4.49      
    (2) Cash-settled derivatives:          
    (3) Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:          
      Total 7,805,872* 4.49      
    *The change in the holding of 2,332,836 shares since the last disclosure on 14.01.2025 is due to the transfer in of a discretionary holding at 1.45 GBP.  
       
    All interests and all short positions should be disclosed.

    Details of any open stock-settled derivative positions (including traded options), or agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities, should be given on a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions).

    		  
       
       
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  • MIL-OSI: ESET Names Ryan Grant as Country Manager, US and Canada

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SAN DIEGO, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ESET, a global leader in cybersecurity, today announced that Ryan Grant has been promoted to Country Manager for US and Canada, effective June 1. Reporting to Palo Balaj, Chief Business Officer at ESET, Grant will provide leadership across sales and marketing functions, lead team development and market engagement, support operational alignment with ESET’s global headquarters, and represent ESET’s North America business.

    “As ESET evolves to meet the complex challenges of today’s cybersecurity landscape, strong, forward-thinking leadership in our regional markets is more important than ever,” said Balaj. “North America is vital for ESET’s global growth, and having visionary leadership at the helm is essential to realizing its potential. Ryan has demonstrated a clear vision, a deep understanding of our partners and customers, and an ability to lead with both strategy and precision. Ryan’s appointment as Country Manager for the US and Canada ensures North America is not only aligned with our global direction, but also well-positioned for continued success.”

    “ESET North America is experiencing a moment of transformation, and I am incredibly honored by the opportunity to lead the company during this critical phase of growth,” said Grant. “It’s an exciting time to step into this role as we deepen our global integration and sharpen our focus on innovation, integrations and delivering results for SMBs, enterprises and the partner community. I look forward to working closely with our leadership teams across the US and Canada to expand our sales, marketing, partnerships, and brand awareness initiatives to ensure ESET is a vendor of choice for companies demanding next-level threat intelligence, EDR/XDR solutions and MDR services.”

    Since joining ESET North America in 2021, Grant has been instrumental in transforming the company’s channel business and brand awareness with end users – most recently serving as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Working alongside Bob Bonneau, Country Manager for ESET Canada, Grant has unified ESET’s U.S. and Canada sales and marketing teams, including enterprise, distribution, managed service provider (MSP), national service provider (NSP), value-added reseller (VAR), and retail segments. Bonneau will continue reporting to Grant with this appointment.

    In order to drive brand recognition and loyalty with customers, Grant has ramped up ESET’s direct touch team to develop local experts and ensure a strong presence across North America. He also collaborated closely with ESET’s global leadership to bring ESET World to the United States for the first time in over a decade earlier this year. Taking place at the Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, ESET World 2025 brought together leading experts, technologists, enterprises, government, and industry professionals from around the globe to discuss the latest cyber threats, innovations, regulations, and cutting-edge research facing attendees.

    Focused on channel partner feedback, Grant has also worked with the North America marketing team to launch new campaigns and go-to-market programs that boost lead generation and support sales across ESET’s full portfolio. This unified approach ensures that channel partners have seamless access to the technical, sales, and marketing resources they need to grow and pursue opportunities in areas like enterprise, threat intelligence, services, and cyber insurance. ESET has also continued to enhance its partner program and implement forward-thinking technologies and strategies. He has focused on identifying and empowering ESET’s most engaged partners while launching targeted incentives to drive brand loyalty and participation. At the same time, he’s expanded the channel ecosystem through focused partner recruitment, particularly among MSPs and MSSPs.

    Prior to his current position, Grant joined ESET from Ingram Micro, where he spent more than two decades leading the VMware, Dell and Integrated Solutions business units. Before that, Grant served as vice president, advance solutions, with responsibility for more than $2B in annual revenue and oversight of 125 associates focused on sales, vendor management, marketing and purchasing.

    To learn more about ESET’s partner program, visit https://www.eset.com/us/partnernow/.

    About ESET

    ESET® provides cutting-edge digital security to prevent attacks before they happen. By combining the power of AI and human expertise, ESET stays ahead of emerging global cyberthreats, both known and unknown— securing businesses, critical infrastructure, and individuals. Whether it’s endpoint, cloud, or mobile protection, our AI-native, cloud-first solutions and services remain highly effective and easy to use. ESET technology includes robust detection and response, ultra-secure encryption, and multifactor authentication. With 24/7 real-time defense and strong local support, we keep users safe and businesses running without interruption. The ever-evolving digital landscape demands a progressive approach to security: ESET is committed to world-class research and powerful threat intelligence, backed by R&D centers and a strong global partner network. For more information, visit www.eset.com or follow our social media, podcasts and blogs.

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/af926679-9184-453e-ac91-ba69f9e2ef76

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  • MIL-OSI: ASUS Wins 41 Prestigious Red Dot Design Awards for Product Design 2025, Showcasing World-Class Excellence

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ASUS today announced that it has been honored with 41 Red Dot Design Awards for Product Design 2025, reinforcing the company’s long-standing reputation for pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence in product design. These wins highlight the ASUS commitment to creating technology that excels in both form and function, in line with its In Search of Incredible spirit.

    The awards were earned across a wide range of Product Design categories: Computer and Information Technology (35 awards), Mobile Phones, Tablets and Wearables (3), Luggage and Bag (1), TV and Home Entertainment (1), and Communication Technology (1).

    Each product recognized demonstrates a high standard of design, reflecting the ASUS dedication to user-centric innovation and quality craftsmanship.

    About the Red Dot Design Award for Product Design 2025

    The Red Dot Design Award for Product Design is one of the most respected international design competitions, celebrating outstanding product design since 1955.

    This year, entries were submitted from over 60 countries and evaluated by a jury of 43 independent experts from 21 nations — including designers, professors, journalists, and consultants.

    Products were assessed based on four key principles of good design: quality of function, quality of seduction, quality of use, and quality of responsibility.

    Each submission underwent a rigorous evaluation process, with criteria such as innovation, usability, and sustainability playing a central role. The jury carefully reviewed each entry through hands-on testing and in-depth discussions.

    The official list of winners will be published on July 8, 2025, in the Red Dot Winners Section.

    For more information and updates, visit www.asus.com/ca-en/

    2025 Red Dot Design Awards for Product Design Winners
    Accessories ASUS Master Thunderbolt 5 Dock DC510
    ROG SLASH Backpack series
    Displays ROG Swift OLED 27/32 series
    ProArt Display PA27UCGE/PA32UCE
    ProArt Display OLED 32/27 series
    ZenScreen Duo OLED MQ149CD
    ZenScreen Smart MS27UC/ MS32UC
    Networking RT-BE58 Go
    PC cases ProArt PA401
    Storage ASUS Cobble Enclosure
    Gaming PCs ASUS TUF Gaming T5 series
    ROG G7 series
    Commercial laptops ASUS ExpertBook P5 series – P5405
    ASUS ExpertBook P3 series
    ASUS ExpertBook P1 series
    ASUS ExpertBook B3 series
    ASUS ExpertBook B5 series
    ASUS Chromebook CX1 series
    ASUS ExpertBook B1 series
    All-in-one PCs ASUS AiO VM6 Series
    ASUS ExpertCenter AiO P4 series
    Gaming laptops ASUS TUF Gaming A14 (FA401)
    ROG FLOW Z13 (GZ302)
    ROG Strix Scar 16/18 G16/18
    Consumer laptops ASUS Vivobook 14/16 Flip
    ASUS Vivobook Classic series
    ASUS V16
    ASUS Zenbook S 14/16 (UX5406/UX5606)
    ASUS Zenbook A14 (2025)
    Smartphones Zenfone 12 Ultra
    ROG PHONE 9
    ROG PHONE 9 Pro
    Mini PCs ASUS ExpertCenter PN54
    ASUS NUC ASUS NUC 15 Pro
    ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
    Peripherals ROG Azoth Extreme
    ROG Harpe Ace Extreme
    Motherboards ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI
    Graphics cards ROG Astral RTX 50 series
    ROG Astral LC RTX 50 series
    TUF Gaming RTX 50 series


    NOTES TO EDITORS

    ASUS Laptops: https://www.asus.com/ca-en/store/laptops/
    ASUS Business Laptops: https://www.asus.com/ca-en/business/laptops/all-series/
    ASUS Gaming Laptops: https://www.asus.com/ca-en/laptops/for-gaming/all-series/
    ASUS Gaming Desktops: https://www.asus.com/us/site/gaming/rog/gaming-desktops/
    ASUS Pressroom: http://press.asus.com
    ASUS Canada Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/asuscanada/
    ASUS Canada Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asus_ca
    ASUS Canada YouTube: https://ca.asus.click/youtube
    ASUS Global X (Twitter): https://www.x.com/asus

    About ASUS

    ASUS is a global technology leader that provides the world’s most innovative and intuitive devices, components, and solutions to deliver incredible experiences that enhance the lives of people everywhere. With its team of 5,000 in-house R&D experts, the company is world-renowned for continuously reimagining today’s technologies. Consistently ranked as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, ASUS is also committed to sustaining an incredible future. The goal is to create a net zero enterprise that helps drive the shift towards a circular economy, with a responsible supply chain creating shared value for every one of us.

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/668122c4-0236-4d9f-9f07-e41124cc54b8

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  • MIL-OSI: Broadcom Announces New CloudHealth User Experience for Greater Cloud Spend Management Across Enterprise Teams

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    PALO ALTO, Calif., June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Broadcom (NASDAQ: AVGO) today announced the general availability of the newest investment made to VMware Tanzu CloudHealth, a comprehensive new user experience that delivers a suite of feature enhancements and new AI-powered features like Intelligent Assist and Smart Summary. The new CloudHealth experience brings more accurate data and actionable insights to the entire FinOps Team, making it easier to achieve critical FinOps-driven outcomes and better align investments with business goals. Designed to reduce barriers to entry by making FinOps tools and capabilities available to personas of all backgrounds, it allows all stakeholders in the FinOps practice to better understand their impact and input on the organization’s cloud usage and drive a culture of accountability and collaboration.

    New AI-Powered Features Deliver a FinOps Solution for the Entire Team

    Today’s FinOps teams are expected to manage much more than spending in the growing public cloud market, as well as managing resources outside of the public cloud. According to the State of FinOps 2025 report from the FinOps Foundation, respondents stated that they expect their FinOps teams will need to manage more aspects of the cloud spend than what is expected today (source: State of FinOps by FinOps Foundation). This increased demand on the FinOps team requires tools and resources that enable them to do more, quicker. The new CloudHealth experience helps to meet these demands head-on by providing FinOps teams with a tool for the entire team.

    One of the most significant additions to the new CloudHealth experience is Intelligent Assist, a generative AI FinOps co-pilot embedded in the platform that helps users take more advantage of CloudHealth capabilities. Intelligent Assist is a large language model-enabled chatbot that allows users to gain insights about their clouds and services through natural language, such as granular custom reports or recommendations specific to their cloud usage. It makes tasks simpler for experienced users while helping to break down barriers to entry for business-oriented personas who are interested in exploring their cloud cost and usage. By enabling technical and non-technical users alike, Intelligent Assist is a crucial feature in enhancing collaboration across the FinOps team and organization, making data accessible to all decision-makers and enabling everyone to use the same data in their day-to-day operations.

    Another key addition to the new CloudHealth experience is Smart Summary, a new industry-leading approach to understanding cloud cost changes. Using Smart Summary, users can more quickly answer the key questions – what costs changed, why did they change and what action can I take to contain unintentional overrun.

    With the AI-powered capabilities of Intelligent Assist and Smart Summary, CloudHealth has demonstrated continued innovation in the cloud financial management space and reaffirms its commitment to enabling every organization to stay in control of their technology spending.

    New Experience. New Chapter. Still Breaking FinOps Barriers

    Since its founding in 2012, CloudHealth has consistently innovated in the cloud financial management space. In 2024 alone, CloudHealth was named an industry leader by seven independent analyst firms confirming its dedication to providing customers with the best insights for business decision-making and cloud spend management. Building upon this rich, storied history, the new CloudHealth experience signals a new chapter of innovation.

    “We are proud to officially introduce the general availability of the new CloudHealth experience at the FinOps X conference. Innovative, new AI-powered features like Intelligent Assist and Smart Summary provide users a greater ability to make sense of cloud data and reporting necessary to collaborate among teams to control cloud spend,” said Purnima Padmanabhan, general manager, Tanzu Division, Broadcom. “This product investment not only signifies our commitment to innovation, but also to Arrow Electronics, our strategic go-to-market partner focused on bringing CloudHealth to new markets and helping to further grow this business.”

    Last year, Broadcom tapped Arrow Electronics to become the sole global provider of the CloudHealth offering. Arrow provides sales, marketing and technical support for CloudHealth to help provide organizations of all sizes greater flexibility, scalability, and affordability in managing and optimizing their cloud business.

    “Managing cloud costs effectively is one of the biggest challenges for organizations operating in robust cloud environments,” said Cedric Doignie, vice president of new models sales at Arrow Electronics. “The new AI-infused user experience demonstrates an evolutionary advancement in cloud financial management and will allow CloudHealth users to proactively manage their cloud spending more efficiently with the continuous cost optimization features.”

    Taking the Next Step with CloudHealth

    With the AI-powered capabilities of Intelligent Assist and Smart Summary, CloudHealth has demonstrated a new level of innovation in the cloud financial management space and reaffirms its commitment to enabling organizations to stay in control of their technology spending. Learn more and request a free CloudHealth trial with Arrow.

    About Broadcom

    Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ: AVGO) is a global technology leader that designs, develops, and supplies a broad range of semiconductor, enterprise software and security solutions. Broadcom’s category-leading product portfolio serves critical markets including cloud, data center, networking, broadband, wireless, storage, industrial, and enterprise software. Our solutions include service provider and enterprise networking and storage, mobile device and broadband connectivity, mainframe, cybersecurity, and private and hybrid cloud infrastructure. Broadcom is a Delaware corporation headquartered in Palo Alto, CA. For more information, go to www.broadcom.com.

    Broadcom, the pulse logo, and Connecting everything are among the trademarks of Broadcom. The term “Broadcom” refers to Broadcom Inc., and/or its subsidiaries. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    Media Contact
    Jennifer Stevens
    Tanzu Division Media Relations
    jennifer.stevens@broadcom.com 
    1-917-445-3620

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  • MIL-OSI: Plotly Unveils AI-Native Plotly Studio™ and Plotly Cloud™, Bringing Vibe-Coding to Visual Data App Development

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    MONTREAL, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Plotly today announced Plotly Studio™, an AI-native desktop application that automatically generates beautiful visual data apps in just two minutes using nothing but datasets, alongside Plotly Cloud™, a unified platform to share and manage apps.

    For Everyone with Data

    Plotly Studio requires virtually zero learning curve—users need only two minutes and a dataset to create professional applications that reveal new insights. No prompt hacking, terminal navigation, or Python installation required. Yet the generated Python code provides unprecedented analytical capabilities unseen in traditional BI tools, unlocking collaboration between coders and stakeholders, scientists and managers.

    From Weeks to Minutes: Structured Vibe Coding

    Plotly Studio instantly generates exploratory visual data apps without any coding or prompt, using only a dataset. Users then refine the application through a natural language interface, enabling independent and incremental modifications to components of the application. Beta program users remarked that the level of interactive control, visualization detail and app quality produced with Plotly Studio would take weeks to replicate by hand. The platform incorporates design patterns and best practices acquired over 10 years of developing data apps for Fortune 500 customers. When generating apps, users of Plotly Studio have full command of our expertise, Plotly’s Python libraries and LLM world knowledge.

    “Until now, the LLM era was only for power users, with coveted prompts and freewheeling agents,” explained Chris Parmer, creator of Dash and co-founder of Plotly. “Using the latest agentic analytics, we wanted to offer a better natural language interface – something more structured, specialized and task-specific that produced higher-quality apps with less expertise and effort yet was based on the best practices we’ve learned over the last decade.”

    Unlike traditional AI coding tools, Plotly Studio requires no coding expertise to get immediate benefits with its zero-shot data app generation. Non-technical users can also modify it using natural language in specification files. But advanced users who code are not restricted because it generates domain-specific analytic applications in pure Python, with a modular codebase that is easy to extend.

    Plotly Studio transcends chat-first AI coding assistants through natural language context, open-ended prompts, and markdown specification files. This enables organization-level knowledge encoding, analytical queries, and precise component specification through shareable markdown files that move beyond chat limitations.

    Sharing Made Easy

    Plotly Cloud™ provides a unified, cloud-based platform for sharing and managing Plotly Dash apps either created through traditional development or AI-generated by Plotly Studio. Plotly Studio with Plotly Cloud will be offered under a subscription model spanning from free tiers to enterprise deployments. Plotly Dash Enterprise also offers hosting for Studio-generated Dash apps where organizations need a fully integrated enterprise platform running on their own infrastructure.

    Both Plotly Studio and Plotly Cloud are now available in early access, with general availability planned for later this year. Signup for Early Access plotly.com/studio.

    Resources:

    About Plotly

    Plotly is a leading provider of open-source graphing libraries and enterprise-grade analytics solutions. Our AI-powered flagship product, Dash Enterprise, enables organizations, including 200 enterprise customers, to rapidly build scalable and interactive visual data apps that drive impactful decision-making. To learn more about Plotly, visit our website at http://www.plotly.com.

    Media Contact:
    Brigit Valencia
    For Plotly
    brigit@compel-pr.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Best Company to Work For by U.S. News & World Report

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    REDWOOD CITY, Calif., June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a pioneer and global leader of cyber security solutions, today announced that U.S. News & World Report has named the company among its 2025-2026 list of Best Companies to Work For. In addition, Check Point was also recognized as a Best Company to Work For in the IT industry.

    This recognition highlights Check Point’s commitment to fostering a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous growth across its global workforce. The U.S. News rankings evaluate companies based on metrics that matter most to employees, including quality of pay and benefits, work-life balance, professional development, and workplace culture.

    “We are honored to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Companies to Work For,” said Tom DiMartino, Head of Human Resources, Americas at Check Point Software Technologies. “At Check Point, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we invest deeply in creating an environment where employees can thrive, innovate, and make a real impact.”

    This recognition adds to a series of accolades for Check Point, including being named one of America’s Best Cybersecurity Companies in 2025 by Newsweek and Statista, one of the World’s Best Companies by TIME and Statista in 2024 and earning a spot on the Forbes list of the World’s Best Employers for five consecutive years.

    Check Point continues to grow its global team, offering career opportunities across engineering, cyber threat research, sales, and more. This award underscores the company’s dedication to attracting and retaining top talent in the cybersecurity industry.

    To learn more about career opportunities at Check Point, visit: https://careers.checkpoint.com/

    Follow Check Point via:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/check-point-software-technologies
    X: https://www.twitter.com/checkpointsw
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/checkpointsoftware
    Blog: https://blog.checkpoint.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CPGlobal

    About Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. 

    Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (http://www.checkpoint.com/) is a leading protector of digital trust, utilizing AI-powered cyber security solutions to safeguard over 100,000 organizations globally. Through its Infinity Platform and an open garden ecosystem, Check Point’s prevention-first approach delivers industry-leading security efficacy while reducing risk. Employing a hybrid mesh network architecture with SASE at its core, the Infinity Platform unifies the management of on-premises, cloud, and workspace environments to offer flexibility, simplicity and scale for enterprises and service providers.

    Legal Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements  
    This press release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events or our future financial or operating performance. Forward-looking statements in this press release include, but are not limited to, statements related to our expectations regarding future growth, the expansion of Check Point’s industry leadership, the enhancement of shareholder value and the delivery of an industry-leading cyber security platform to customers worldwide. Our expectations and beliefs regarding these matters may not materialize, and actual results or events in the future are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those projected. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are also subject to other risks and uncertainties, including those more fully described in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 2, 2024. The forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to Check Point as of the date hereof, and Check Point disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, except as required by law.

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  • MIL-OSI: Mimecast Partners with Zscaler to Mitigate Multi-Vector Cyber Threats

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LEXINGTON, Mass., June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mimecast, a global cybersecurity leader transforming the way businesses manage and secure human risk, today announced a new strategic integration with Zscaler™. Building on Mimecast’s extensive library of technology integrations, the partnership will help deliver real-time protection by automatically exchanging security intelligence between Mimecast’s email and collaboration security and Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™ platform.

    Although email remains the number one attack vector, the rise of collaboration tools has increased the attack surface for cybercriminals. According to Mimecast’s 2025 State of Human Risk Report, 61% of organizations say it’s inevitable or likely that their organization will suffer a negative business impact from an attack linked to a collaboration tool in 2025. Mimecast processes seven billion signals across the collaborative landscape each day. In order to fully protect employees, however they work, these signals are shared with technology partners, like Zscaler, to reduce risk, reduce operational complexity, and improve organizational control.

    When the Mimecast platform identifies a threat, a signal will be automatically sent to Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™ platform to prevent the threat succeeding through another attack vector. For example, if Mimecast blocks a credential harvesting URL, the domain will be shared with Zscaler, so when the threat actor pivots to another vector, such as Teams, Slack or a personal email account, Zscaler will block access based on the signal from Mimecast.

    “Single-point attacks are a thing of the past in cybersecurity. Organizations now face sophisticated and targeted threats that leverage multiple entry points to cast a wider net,” said Mimecast’s Chief Product & Technology Officer Ranjan Singh. “By integrating with Zscaler, joint customers gain essential threat sharing capabilities that will ensure their employees can work confidently regardless of which tool they’re using.”

    In addition to threat mitigation, this technology integration also helps organizations address data loss prevention (DLP) across email and collaboration tools. Layering atop Mimecast’s strong outbound email protections, Zscaler’s DLP provides a view into the content of data in both email text and attachments, scanning them as they leave the customer’s environment. If sensitive content is found, Zscaler provides Mimecast with intelligence and enforces protection based on a wide spectrum of potential orchestrated policy actions.

    The Mimecast – Zscaler technology integration is built to provide joint customers with:

    • Defense in Depth – Best-in-class threat intelligence, based on Mimecast’s processing of 1.8 billion emails per day and 4.6 billion inbound malicious email blocked every month, is shared with Zscaler, providing essential visibility and helping prevent future threats.
    • Operational Efficiency – Security teams benefit from automated protection and control, eliminating the need for multiple policies and manual correlation between platforms, allowing employees to focus on mission-critical tasks.
    • Consistent Data Protection – Organizations can implement consistent data protection policies across and between email, sensitive data, cloud applications and web services. Threat data will be shared between Mimecast and Zscaler aligned with organizational policies to protect employees.

    “Safeguarding data from ongoing threats in a modern, distributed enterprise requires a comprehensive data protection program and threat management as part of the zero-trust architecture,” said Venkat Krishnamoorthi, Vice President, Product Management, Zscaler. “Through the Zscaler and Mimecast partnership, customers can leverage Zscaler’s industry-leading data protection and security platform to inspect specific email traffic, ensuring it is thoroughly reviewed for sensitive content.”

    Mimecast is a gold sponsor at Zenith Live ‘25 from June 2 – 5, 2025 in Las Vegas. Join the company at booth G3 to see the integration in action and to learn more about securing human risk. Mimecast’s VP, Technology Alliances & API Joe Tibbetts will be presenting a session on ‘Integrated Security for Cloud-First Organizations’ on June 3rd at 1:30 p.m. PT.

    About Mimecast 

    Mimecast is a leading cybersecurity company transforming the way businesses manage and secure human risk. Its AI-powered, API-enabled connected human risk platform is purpose-built to protect organizations from the spectrum of cyber threats. Integrating cutting-edge technology with human-centric pathways, our platform enhances visibility and provides strategic insight.

    By enabling decisive action and empowering businesses to protect their collaborative environments, our technology safeguards critical data and actively engages employees in reducing risk and enhancing productivity. More than 42,000 businesses worldwide trust Mimecast to help them keep ahead of the ever-evolving threat landscape.

    From insider risk to external threats, customers get more with Mimecast. More visibility. More agility. More control. More security.

    Mimecast is either registered trademarks or trademarks of Mimecast Services Limited in the United States and/or other countries. All other third-party trademarks and logos contained in this press release are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word ‘partner’ does not imply a partnership relationship between Mimecast and any other company.

    Press Contacts

    Tim Hamilton
    Principal, Global Corporate Communications Manager
    +1 603-918-6757
    thamilton@mimecast.com

    General inquiries
    press@mimecast.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Triller Group Completes Strategic Review and Enters Into an Accelerated Development Phase Focusing on Social Media, Fintech, and Combat Sports

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Los Angeles, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Triller Group Inc (Nasdaq: ILLR) (“Triller Group”, “the Group” or “the Company”) is pleased to announce the completion of its strategic review, resulting in the reorganization of the Group into three interconnected core business units: 

    • Social Media (Triller App)
    • Fintech/Financial Service (AGBA Group)
    • Combat Sports (BKFC)

    The Board of the Company extends its gratitude to Mr. Bobby Sarnevesht for his contributions since the acquisition of the predecessor of the Company, or Triller Inc., from its founders in 2019 and wishes him success in his future endeavors.

    As the Company enters into an exciting new phase of growth, it is implementing an accelerated 6-month timeline for development, financing, and rapid scaling of the Group’s three core units.

    Social Media (Triller App)

    Under the leadership of Mr. Sean Kim since December 2024, the Triller app has undergone a significant and rapid transformation. The Triller app now offers one of the best product experience ever compared to its peers. The app is redefining content creation, distribution, and monetization, positioning itself as the premier and distinctive challenger in the U.S.-based social media market. Notably, Triller’s commitment and policy to user data ownership firmly distinguished itself from platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Mr. Kim and his team are preparing for a comprehensive marketing campaign, building on the success of the January 2025 SaveMySocials.com initiative.

    Fintech/Financial Services

    Triller Group’s seasoned management team brings decades of expertise in integrating cutting edge financial technologies into traditional financial services businesses. The team is in advanced stages to leverage the success of the Triller app and is in the process of developing and launching a cryptocurrency for the Triller community with an industry-leading partner.

    Combat Sports

    BKFC is experiencing another banner year and is rapidly expanding its passionate global audience, spurred on by its visionary leader David Feldman. BKFC has significant synergies with Triller Group’s two other core businesses, and the Company is working to support and explore additional revenue streams for BKFC. The Company believes 2025 will be another breakthrough year for BKFC, and it is not exploring any scenarios that would affect its majority control over BKFC. 

    For the remainder of 2025, the Triller Group management team will focus on (a) delivering marketing-led growth of Triller’s premier suite of product and services, (b) pursuing strategic acquisitions and partnerships to amplify the Group’s core offerings, (c) fostering synergies among the Group’s core business units, (d) strengthening the Group’s financial position and capital efficiency, and (e) minimizing and eliminating any legacy liabilities.

    “Our new strategic roadmap centers on three key objectives: growth, product expansion and financial strength.” stated Wing-Fai Ng, CEO of Triller Group.  “Sean and his team are at the forefront of making our Triller app the most compelling alternative to TikTok. Integrating cryptocurrency into our Triller community will be one of our top priorities in 2025, creating revenue streams for creators and strengthening user engagement. We are also actively pursuing multiple acquisitions and partnerships to accelerate our technological and market leadership, while Sean and I are actively recruiting top talent and reevaluating all aspects of our brand”.

    The Board is currently working with leading executive search professionals to identify and appoint additional Board members, who align with the Company’s vision and add significant value to the business.

    While current and future shareholders should anticipate a period of unprecedented rapid development, the Company’s exciting strategic blueprint marks not the beginning, but an acceleration of the vision outlined since the merger in October 2024.

    Triller Group is committed to its core principles of collaboration, innovation, and transparency, with further updates to be shared in the coming months.

    For additional information, please visit the Investor Relations website at https://trillercorp.com/ir/.

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    About Triller Group Inc.        

    Nasdaq: ILLR. Triller Group is a U.S.-based company that operates three main businesses: the U.S.-based Triller social media app (“Triller App”), fintech and financial services under the AGBA brand in Hong Kong (“AGBA”), and Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (“BKFC”), one of the fastest growing combat sports franchises in the world.

    Triller App is a next-generation, AI-powered, social media and live-streaming event platform for creators. Pairing music culture with sports, fashion, entertainment, and influencers through a 360-degree view of content and technology, Triller App uses proprietary AI technology to push and track content virally to affiliated and non-affiliated sites and networks, enabling them to reach millions of additional users. For more information, please visit www.trillercorp.com

    Established in 1993, AGBA is a leading, multi-channel business platform in Hong Kong that incorporates cutting edge machine-learning and offers a broad set of financial services and healthcare products to consumers through a tech-led ecosystem, enabling clients to unlock the choices that best suit their needs. Trusted by over 400,000 individual and corporate customers, the Group is organized into four market-leading businesses: Platform Business, Distribution Business, Healthcare Business, and Fintech Business. For more information, please visit www.agba.com.

    Bare-Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) is a Philadelphia-based combat sports franchise dedicated to preserving the historical legacy of bare-knuckle fighting, while utilizing a specifically created rule set that emphasizes fighter safety. BKFC has held over 100 events across the world with record-breaking attendance. For more information, please visit www.bkfc.com.

    Safe Harbor Statement

    This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When the Company uses words such as “may,” “will,” “intend,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “project,” “estimate” or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations discussed in the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the following: the Company’s goals and strategies; the Company’s future business development, including the development and launch of our cryptocurrency; product and service demand and acceptance; changes in technology; economic conditions; the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against us; expectations regarding our strategies and future financial performance, including its future business plans or objectives, prospective performance and opportunities and competitors, revenues, products, pricing, operating expenses, market trends, liquidity, cash flows and uses of cash, capital expenditures, and our ability to invest in growth initiatives and pursue acquisition opportunities; reputation and brand; the impact of competition and pricing; government regulations; fluctuations in general economic and business conditions in the U.S., Hong Kong and the international markets the Company plans to serve and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing and other risks contained in reports filed by the Company with the SEC. For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Additional factors are discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward–looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof.

    Investor & Media Relations:

    Bethany Lai
    ir@triller.co
    investorrelations@triller.co

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  • MIL-OSI: Oxylabs Unveils First-of-its-kind YouTube Datasets to Power Responsible AI

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    The datasets fast-track video data from creator consent to AI-readiness

    VILNIUS, Lithuania, June 2, 2025 – Oxylabs, a leading web intelligence platform and proxy provider, introduces industry-first YouTube datasets composed entirely of consent-based data. All of the millions of original videos in the datasets have the explicit consent of the creators to be used for AI training, allowing to bridge the gap between creators and innovators.

    “In the ecosystem aiming to find a fair balance between respecting copyright and facilitating innovation, YouTube streamlining consent giving for AI training and providing creators with flexibility is an important step forward. Many channel owners have already opted in for their videos to be used in developing the next generation of AI tools. This enables us to create and provide high-quality, structured video datasets. Meanwhile, AI developers have no trouble verifying the data’s legitimate origin,” said Julius Černiauskas, CEO at Oxylabs.

    All datasets offered by Oxylabs include videos, transcripts, and rich metadata. While such data has many potential use cases, Oxylabs refined and prepared it specifically for AI training, which is the use that the content creators have knowingly agreed to.

    Large volumes of high-quality video data are fundamental for developing multimodal AI, capable of seamlessly handling text, audio, and visual data when performing tasks or generating different types of content. Acquiring such data in a convenient way that establishes a transparent link between creators and AI companies is a challenge the industry is still trying to solve. Structured, AI-ready datasets from YouTube are now a part of this developing improved model for training AI on public data.

    Importantly, consent-based datasets also allow AI companies and creators to be on the same page regarding fair AI development. This development has been riddled with still unanswered questions about making copyrighted material fuel rather than stall innovation.

    “These datasets offer a breath of fresh air to a tense ecosystem in dire need of facilitating systematic cooperation between creators and AI companies based on mutual agreement. The next wave of tools that will shake the market can now be built on data that all can agree is right for AI training. Hopefully, this also marks a better, more sustainable way forward,” concluded Černiauskas.

    The release of ethically sourced YouTube datasets continues Oxylabs’ longtime mission to establish and promote ethical industry practices, previously marked by co-founding the Ethical Web Data Collection Initiative (EWDCI) and introducing an industry-first transparent tier framework for proxy sourcing.

    To learn more about creator-consent-based YouTube video datasets for AI training, visit the official website now.

    About Oxylabs

    Established in 2015, Oxylabs is a web intelligence platform and premium proxy provider, enabling companies of all sizes to utilise the power of big data. Constant innovation, an extensive patent portfolio, and a focus on ethics have allowed Oxylabs to become a global leader in the web intelligence collection industry and forge close ties with dozens of Fortune Global 500 companies. Oxylabs was named Europe’s fastest-growing web intelligence acquisition company in the Financial Times FT 1000 list for several consecutive years. For more information, please visit: https://oxylabs.io/

    Media Contacts

    Vytautas Kirjazovas
    Oxylabs.io
    Tel: +370 655 34419
    Email: press@oxylabs.io

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  • MIL-OSI: Pacvue Expands to Discovery Commerce with TikTok Shop & Advertising Integration

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LOS ANGELES, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pacvue, the leading commerce acceleration platform that integrates retail media, commerce management and measurement, today announced the integration of TikTok Shop and Shop Ads into its commerce SaaS solution. Enterprise brands and agencies can now manage their TikTok Shop account operations and advertising through Pacvue’s comprehensive platform, offering a unified view of performance across commerce channels. This integration effort goes beyond just enterprise capabilities, also empowering SMB sellers to expand their ecommerce strategy to TikTok Shop through Helium 10, a Pacvue company. The new integration enables brands and sellers of all sizes to manage their shoppable social campaign strategies, tap into new audiences and optimize performance with Pacvue’s advanced features and tools.

    “Pacvue is a leading platform that seamlessly integrates layers of TikTok Shop and TikTok Shop Ads alongside advanced retail media and commerce activations for 100+ global marketplaces,” said Sunava Dutta, Chief Product Officer at Pacvue. “Brands and agencies are now empowered to unlock the massive potential of discovery commerce, receive 360° insights across their digital presence and gain a significant advantage in the rapidly evolving commerce landscape.”

    This integration of TikTok Shop and TikTok Shop Ads, combined with Pacvue’s existing retail media and commerce activation capabilities, provides a central hub for launching, optimizing and tracking advertising efforts.

    For emerging brands and SMBs, Helium 10, a Pacvue company, delivers the most accessible and powerful way to expand existing ecommerce operations to TikTok Shop. For the first time, sellers will have access to listing tools, financial reporting solutions and inventory management with creator discovery within one subscription through Helium 10.

    “At Helium 10, we’re empowering entrepreneurs worldwide to start, grow and scale their ecommerce businesses, and we’re thrilled to announce that sellers can now expand their ecommerce operations to TikTok Shop directly through Helium 10,” said Zoe Lu, EVP at Helium 10. “Pacvue and Helium 10 can deliver increased sales and revenue, a competitive advantage and data-driven insights to track how campaigns are performing. And we’re excited to bring the power of TikTok Shop to more users.”

    Key features of the integration include:

    • TikTok Shop Setup & Management: Pacvue and Helium 10 offer a seamless TikTok Shop setup directly within the platform, featuring centralized inventory management and leveraging existing marketplace inventory data.
    • TikTok Shop Ads Creation & Management: End-to-end campaign creation, management and optimization for TikTok Shop Ads with access to Pacvue’s advanced tools and capabilities enabling cross-channel consistency.
    • Unified Platform Integration: Holistic management of TikTok Shops and Ads within the same platform used to manage advertising and operations for other marketplaces, including Amazon, Walmart, Target and 100+ other global retailers.

    Together, Pacvue and Helium 10 offer solutions for brands looking to join TikTok Shop for businesses of every size, all powered by one fully integrated commerce operating system trusted by over 70,000+ brands and agencies and a community of 2M+ Chrome extension users.

    To learn more about Pacvue’s TikTok integration and to book a demo, visit: https://pacvue.com/book-a-demo/.

    About Pacvue:
    Pacvue is the leading commerce acceleration platform that integrates retail media, commerce management and measurement. The company’s first-to-market platform drives incrementality, profitability and market share for brands, while turning insights into actionable recommendations. Backed by a global team of experts, Pacvue works with over 70,000 brands and agencies across 95+ retailers worldwide including Amazon, Walmart, Target and Instacart. With the incorporation of Pacvue’s enterprise solution with Helium 10 for SMBs, Pacvue is now the most comprehensive commerce and retail media platform available in the market. Founded in 2018, their global presence includes locations in Seattle, New York, Los Angeles, Washington DC, London, Shanghai and Tokyo. For more information, visit www.pacvue.com.

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