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  • MIL-OSI China: Xi calls for global dialogue, cooperation network among civilizations

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BEIJING, July 10 — Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Thursday that China is ready to work with other countries in building a global network for dialogue and cooperation among civilizations.

    Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, made the statement in a congratulatory letter to the Global Civilizations Dialogue Ministerial Meeting, which opened in Beijing.

    He pledged that China will work with other countries to champion equality, mutual learning, dialogue and inclusiveness among civilizations, and implement the Global Civilization Initiative, in a bid to provide fresh impetus for advancing human civilizations and promoting world peace and development.

    “The world is, in nature, a place of diverse civilizations,” Xi said in the letter. “History has shown us that exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations are essential for civilizations to flourish and human progress to be made.”

    In a world where transformations and turbulences are interwoven and humanity stands at a new crossroads, there is an ever-pressing need for civilizations to transcend estrangement through exchanges, and to transcend clashes through mutual learning, Xi said.

    He also expressed his hope that participating representatives would engage in in-depth exchanges to build consensus and contribute their wisdom and strength to the goal of promoting understanding and friendship among peoples, and achieving harmonious coexistence among civilizations.

    Themed “Safeguarding Diversity of Human Civilizations for World Peace and Development,” the two-day meeting is co-hosted by the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee and the International Department of the CPC Central Committee.

    MIL OSI China News

  • MIL-OSI China: China honors international contributors to cultural exchange

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BEIJING, July 10 — The second Orchid Awards ceremony was held in Beijing on Thursday, honoring China’s foreign friends and organizations that have promoted the shared values of humanity, facilitated cultural exchange between China and the rest of the world, and strengthened popular support for jointly building a community with a shared future for humanity.

    Among the awardees were nine foreign nationals, including Irina Bokova from Bulgaria, Rashid Alimov from Tajikistan and Maxime Vivas from France. The Philadelphia Orchestra from the United States also received the award.

    In their remarks, awardees stressed the importance of cultural dialogue in a world facing growing uncertainty. They said that the world should seek common ground while shelving differences, deepen mutual learning, and make a shared commitment to peace and cooperation.

    Hosted by the China International Communication Group, the event drew over 300 participants from relevant central departments, international organizations, diplomatic envoys in China, and representatives of Chinese and foreign think tanks and media organizations.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: World-First Gene Editing Trial for Rare Genetic Disease at UConn Health

    Source: US State of Connecticut

    In a global first, UConn Health, in collaboration with Connecticut Children’s, has dosed a patient in a groundbreaking clinical trial testing gene editing technology to treat glycogen storage disease type 1a (GSD1a), a rare inherited metabolic disorder, marking the third “first-in-human” trial for GSD1a conducted by this research team.

    This clinical trial is evaluating a therapy that uses permanent gene editing, one of the most novel technologies in modern medicine. Instead of delivering a missing gene, this approach edits a single letter of DNA directly inside the patient’s liver cells, thereby correcting the genetic error at its source.

    “This therapy marks a groundbreaking achievement for the treatment of GSD and similar rare diseases,” said Juan C. Salazar, MD, Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at the UConn School of Medicine and Physician-in-Chief at Connecticut Children’s. “This milestone represents a beacon of hope for patients and their families worldwide, showcasing out commitment to advancing healthcare and saving lives.”

    GSD is a metabolic disorder caused by an enzyme deficiency where the liver fails to break down glycogen into glucose, causing the body’s blood sugar levels to drop. The disorder is devastating, causing potential damage to kidneys and liver along with other serious side effects, including death.

    The trial is being led by Rebecca Riba-Wolman, MD, a pediatric endocrinologist in the Department of Pediatrics and a physician-scientist at both the Connecticut Children’s Research Institute and UConn Health. She serves as the principal investigator for the study, with Karen Loechner, MD, Ph.D., and Malaya Mount, MS, RD serving as sub-investigators.

    “This is truly a next-generation therapy,” says Riba-Wolman. “What makes this especially exciting is that this technology allows us to make a permanent edit in the liver cells of patients with GSD1a. If it works, it could last a lifetime.” Though in its earliest phase, the potential of this technology extends far beyond a single disorder. “Liver cells are one of the most accessible organs for genetic treatments, so while this is a treatment for GSD1a, it is also a stepping-stone,” Riba-Wolman explains. “What we are learning here could be applied to other diseases in the future.”

    The therapy is based on nucleotide editing and is part of the cutting-edge field born out of the precision technique of CRISPR-Cas genetic editing technology, which earned the Nobel Prize in 2020. The trial corrects a single nucleotide (one of the DNA “letters” A, G, C, or T) that is the basis for the most common mutation causing GSD1a. This targeted approach could allow for lifelong correction of the underlying disease. To date, there exists only one FDA-approved gene editing treatment in the world – for sickle cell disease.

    The trial has generated excitement among researchers and patients alike. Many families with GSD1a have followed the progress of the gene editing mouse studies that laid the foundation for this moment. For them, this trial represents the real possibility of a long-awaited breakthrough. “This is not just a clinical study. It is a hopeful step forward for a community that has been waiting years for new treatment options,” says Riba-Wolman.

    While the first trial participant was from out of state, UConn Health and Connecticut Children’s have built a robust local and regional GSD1a community, supported by a dedicated clinical team that includes physicians, nurses, study coordinators, research dietician and others, many of whom played a critical role in preparing for this first infusion.

    “This kind of clinical research requires an enormous amount of collaboration,” says Riba-Wolman. “I cannot say enough about the commitment of UConn Health to our research. From nursing leadership to pharmacy to respiratory therapy, everyone came together to make this possible.”

    Though results may not be fully appreciated for several years, this historic milestone underscores the growing reputation of UConn Health and Connecticut Children’s as leaders in rare disease research and gene-based therapies.

    “We have now been involved in three first-in-human trials for GSD1a, and this one is the most ambitious yet,” says Riba-Wolman. “It is incredible to think how far the science has come, and to be part of that here at UConn Health and Connecticut Children’s is something really special.”

    In partnership with Beam Therapeutics, this trial builds on decades-long leadership in GSD1a research, and it is expected to help shape the future of treatment not just for this rare condition, but for all genetic diseases.

    We’d like to acknowledge the significant contributions of the dedicated research team, including Shaylee King, administrative director of the Department of Pediatrics; study coordinators Vi Nguyen and Shila Bhandari from the Department of Pediatrics, and Julieta Bonvin Sallago from CT Children’s; as well as research nurses Stephanie Ruggiero, Travis Healy, Love Joy Tacadena Melendez, Osob Yusuf, Darby Lamontagne, and Amber Barry, all from the Department of Pediatrics.

    If you or a loved one have GSDIa and are interested in learning more about this trial as well as other Clinical Trials for GSDIa, please contact pediatricclinicaltrials@uchc.edu for more information.

    MIL OSI USA News

  • MIL-OSI USA: For Restoring Biodiversity Look for Help from the Humble, World-building Muskrat

    Source: US State of Connecticut

    In his speech for the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources (CAHNR) this past spring, keynote speaker Rodney Butler ’99 (BUS), Chairman of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, told an abbreviated version of the Indigenous creation story of Skywoman. 

    “When the world was covered in water, Skywoman fell from an opening in the Skyworld and landed on the back of a giant turtle. Skywoman enlisted the help of many animals to dive deep to retrieve soil from the depths of the ocean in an effort to create land. Many animals attempted to grab the soil, but it was the unlikely muskrat, who was both humble and courageous, that was able to return the soil and place it on the back of the great turtle. As the mud is placed on the turtle’s back, it grows and expands, eventually forming the continents and life-sustaining world we know today.” 

    Butler spoke of how the story emphasizes the importance of working together and that we are all better when we work and learn together. There is also great strength in partnering Indigenous knowledge with science to build a sustainable future. 

    Associate Professor Beth Lawrence has a joint appointment with the Center for Environmental Science and Engineering and the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment in CAHNR, and her work adds to the time-honored appreciation of the courageous and humble muskrat. In research published in Freshwater Science, Lawrence and collaborators, including project lead Shane Lishawa and Andrew Monks from Loyola University, and Danielle Fegan and Eric Clark, who are biologists with the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, describe how muskrats engineer more biologically diverse marsh ecosystems. 

    The researchers study cattail-dominated marshes and strategies to create more varied, or heterogeneous, ecosystems using methods like mechanical harvesting or by applying herbicides. While out on field research, Lawrence says they made an intriguing observation.

    “We noticed in some years that muskrats were doing naturally what we were doing with our aquatic weed whackers and gas-powered equipment. We thought that maybe we should investigate how muskrats alter cattail and associated species,” says Lawrence. 

    The project focused on a marsh that connects the St. Mary’s River outlet of Lake Superior to Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. In vast marshes like this one, the non-native cattail species Typha can take over and make acres of marshland look similar to cornfields in terms of the lack of diversity, says Lawrence. These kinds of monocultures do not support biologically diverse ecosystems. 

    “It homogenizes the wetland, and is not an ideal habitat for birds, macro-invertebrates, fish, and native plants, so over the last 15 years we’ve been interested in how we can manage these invaded cattail marshes of the Great Lakes,” Lawrence says. 

    The researchers have tried a variety of methods to control the cattails, but they are most interested in using mechanical means, rather than chemical control measures. 

    “Cutting the cattail at different intensities and frequencies can reduce its abundance and promote native diversity and also open up habitat that creates heterogeneity in these monotypes. This promotes species diversity overall, and improves habitat for native fish and bird communities,” says Lawrence. 

    Muskrats are semi-aquatic rodents that naturally harvest cattails by cutting them below the water level. This is important because the stems of the plant act almost like a snorkel to provide oxygen to the roots. Cutting stems below the water essentially drowns the cattail by severing the connection between the oxygen-rich atmosphere and the anoxic sediment common to wetlands. The muskrats use the cattails to build their lodges, and the process creates openings that give other plant species a chance to grow. 

    “These important aquatic rodents transform habitats in many ways that some communities, like the Native Americans, have appreciated for 1000s of years, and Western science is just now discovering that importance.” (Adobe Stock)

    Using drones and aerial photography, the researchers identified several lodges and openings where they sampled the vegetation and water quality parameters. They also harvested cattails via mechanical methods or with herbicides to create muskrat disturbance analogs (MDAs) to simulate the muskrat openings. They compared these data with data collected from adjacent non-muskrat-impacted areas.  

    “Then we monitored the vegetation and water quality parameters for two growing seasons after that. We found there was greater biodiversity with the muskrat disturbances and the MDA treatments,” says Lawrence. 

    The muskrats and the MDA methods reduced the presence of the cattails as well as another invasive plant called European frogbit (Hydrocharis), therefore they helped promote more heterogenous communities and the authors note that efforts to increase muskrat populations should be taken as a management strategy in areas where these two invasive plant species dominate. 

    “Restoring biodiversity is critical to our future. Climate change is happening rapidly, and we’re rolling the dice. Maintaining and protecting a diversity of species is important because we don’t know which species will survive or thrive in different climate scenarios,” says Lawrence. “I think of Aldo Leopold’s quote about how an intelligent tinkerer always keeps all the parts. We want to keep all of the parts of the planet because we don’t know exactly what the future is going to look like.” 

    Lawrence also has projects focusing on beavers, which are also vital ecosystem engineers. Like muskrats, beavers transform habitats and act as keystone species that play an important role in creating wetland habitats, 

    “These important aquatic rodents transform habitats in many ways that some communities, like the Native Americans, have appreciated for 1000s of years, and Western science is just now discovering that importance. Beavers are resurging on the landscape after being almost extirpated in New England due to hunting. They were reintroduced after being essentially extinct in Connecticut about 200 years ago and then reintroduced about 100 years ago. Now, their populations are exploding, and they’re transforming our landscape again.”  

    Lawrence also reflects on the significance of teamwork in this project:

    “I think science takes a team. Our relationship with the tribe and across institutions is a big part of the importance of this paper and this project. It was a really satisfying project, both in terms of the relationships that have developed over the years, but also how we’ve gained a lot of insights by studying the system over decades.” 

    MIL OSI USA News

  • MIL-Evening Report: Grattan on Friday: childcare is a ‘canary in mine’ warning for wider problems in policy delivery

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

    It’s such a familiar pattern. When a big scandal breaks publicly, governments jump into action, ministers rush out to say they’ll “do something” instantly.

    But how come they hadn’t seen problems that had been in plain sight?

    Who can forget then-workplace relations minister Tony Burke insisting he’d been unaware, before media revelations, that organised crime was in the CFMEU? After a Nine media expose, a large portion of the notorious union soon ended up in administration.

    When a childcare worker was charged with some 70 offences last week, Education Minister Jason Clare immediately declared he’d introduce legislation in the new parliament’s first sitting for the removal of federal funds from errant providers.

    After ABC reporter Adele Ferguson had exposed serious safety issues in the system on Four Corners in March, the Albanese government announced it would be “exploring” various measures to strengthen Commonwealth powers “to deal with providers that put profit over quality and child safety at risk”.

    In another expose, Ferguson this week revealed substantial problems in the training system for childcare workers.

    Federally, childcare comes under the education minister, and there’s also a dedicated minister for early childhood education (Anne Aly last term, now Jess Walsh). Basically, the federal government funds the system while the states and territories regulate it.

    Anthony Albanese made major promises for expanding childcare in his 2022 and 2025 election pitches. The government also supported higher wages for workers in the sector. Albanese has nominated “affordable childcare” as the legacy he wants to leave.

    It’s all the more surprising, then, that the government didn’t seem to spot a plethora of problems in an area so central to the prime minister’s ambitions.

    The government points to the division of responsibility between Commonwealth and states.

    But surely that explanation doesn’t wash or, if it does, the relevant federal and state ministers, public servants and the regulators have not been doing their designated jobs effectively.

    In various human service policy areas, there are split responsibilities, which differ in specific arrangements.
    Politically, this often brings blame-shifting, and arguments over money and accountability.

    The federal government attaches conditions, for example, to funding agreements for hospitals and schools, which fall under state responsibility. But in practice, there are slippages.

    Split responsibilities, whatever their precise form, can never be “set and forget” – rigorous, constant scrutiny needs to be built in.

    Childcare policy has its complications. But, in terms of complexities, it is nothing like, say, running the nation’s defences. There are not unknowns.

    The obvious issues within childcare include funding, safety, workforce numbers and training.

    The childcare revelations will inevitably lead to new regulations – ironically just as a debate about the desirability of easing excessive regulation in some sectors has become fashionable. In many policy areas, there are tensions between regulation and costs, and no unanimity about where the trade offs should be struck.

    The childcare imbroglio highlights the challenges when public policy is substantially delivered by the “for profit” private sector. Social services expert Gabrielle Meagher, professor emerita at Macquarie University, says, “It’s very difficult to regulate across the gaps governments open up when they fund policies that they don’t deliver themselves”.

    The childcare issue also invites much wider questions about how “governing” is working. Such as, are ministers too distracted?

    Today’s ministers spend more time than ever in the media, and travelling (part of the modern “permanent” election campaign). This takes a large amount of their attention. The prime minister is in the media most days.

    One has to wonder how much of this is a diversion for ministers from detailed policy work, especially as they must bone up on “talking points” because, given the 24-hour news cycle, they will be quizzed about issues outside their portfolios. They usually feel obliged to offer an opinion, rather than saying “sorry, that’s not my bag”.

    What about the public servants, who are formally responsible for policy advice, implementation and supervising?

    We saw with Robodebt shocking behaviour by some bureaucrats. There have been substantial reforms since then and, apart from that, the Albanese government has boosted the numbers and strengthened the capability of the public service.

    But is it fit-for-purpose? If it were, wouldn’t the problems in childcare, apparently well-known among many parents, have filtered up through the system to the ears of ministers – even allowing that regulation rests mainly with the states?

    Apart from failures by state regulators, one issue is who is telling what to whom about the sector. The federal minister responsible for early childhood education visits dozens of childcare centres. But on those visits, the minister will be talking to managers, who will have their own set of concerns. The minister is less likely at the centres to encounter parents who have had a bad experience.

    This goes to a wider problem: in areas of human service delivery, providers of services will usually be organised, while consumers lack the same coherent and forceful voice. Complaining through the media may be only way for families using a service to bring things to light.

    But what about the complaints that do flow into government departments, and ministers’ offices? Surely these give a channel for the red flags that point to a policy failure?

    Bureaucrats say all this communication amounts to a great deal of “noise”, but the challenge is to identify what it signifies, in terms of substantive problems to be addressed.

    When programs are growing very fast, the risk is that corners are cut in delivery. We saw this, disastrously, years ago during the global financial crisis when the Rudd government rolled out the home insulation scheme. A royal commission was damning about the failures of the program, which was marked by several deaths and many household fires. Safety had been compromised in the pursuit of speed and the delivery framework was inadequate.

    There are many lessons from the childcare policy failures. A big announcement does not automatically mean a successful policy delivery. Programs can be working on some fronts while flawed on others. All new or expanded policies should come with detailed evaluation arrangements which are then carefully monitored. And while ministers will boast publicly about how well a policy is doing, they should be constantly demanding to know from their bureaucrats where things might be going wrong.

    Michelle Grattan does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    ref. Grattan on Friday: childcare is a ‘canary in mine’ warning for wider problems in policy delivery – https://theconversation.com/grattan-on-friday-childcare-is-a-canary-in-mine-warning-for-wider-problems-in-policy-delivery-259690

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Western Cape concerned at 23 deaths on province’s roads in one week

    Source: Government of South Africa

    The Western Cape Government has expressed deep concern at the number of pedestrian fatalities and drunk driving arrests recorded during the past week. 

    Between 30 June and 6 July 2025, 23 people lost their lives in 23 crashes on Western Cape roads. 

    These include 15 pedestrians, four drivers, three passengers, and one motorcyclist. 

    The province believes the figures serve as a sobering reminder that reckless behaviour on the roads continues to have devastating consequences, particularly for the most vulnerable road users.

    “The loss of lives on our roads is avoidable and requires collective action. Too many innocent lives are impacted and altered by the poor judgment and decisions of road users,” said Western Cape Mobility MEC Isaac Sileku.

    Sileku said it was most alarming that 57 people were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol during a week marked by heavy rain across the province. 

    “Driving while under the influence, no matter how small the amount, will not be tolerated. Drivers are urged to always prioritise safety,” added Sileku.

    The provincial government said the winter season brought added challenges for all road users. 

    “Shorter days, poor visibility, wet roads, and adverse weather conditions increase the risk of incidents, especially for pedestrians.” 

    Meanwhile, the Western Cape Provincial Government said driving under the influence remained one of the leading causes of road crashes and fatalities. 

    To improve safety and visibility on the roads, the Western Cape’s Provincial Traffic Services conducted 213 integrated roadblocks, vehicle checkpoints, and speed control operations across the province during the past week. 

    Over 27 000 vehicles were stopped and checked, resulting in just over 4 000 fines issued for various traffic violations. 

    A total of 78 arrests were made for various offences, including 57 for driving under the influence of alcohol, 11 for possession of fraudulent documentation, four for reckless and negligent driving, three for vehicles with overloaded goods, two for failure to furnish information, and one for speed-related arrest. 

    The Western Cape Government continues to urge all road users to act responsibly, especially during adverse weather conditions.

    “Pedestrians remain our most vulnerable road users, and the numbers recorded this weekend are a stark reminder. We all have a role to play in protecting lives on our roads, let’s drive, walk, and act with care,” the MEC added.

    Tips for motorists and pedestrians: 

    •    If you plan to drink, arrange for a sober driver, taxi, or e-hailing service.

    •    Never let a friend drive under the influence.

    •    Be part of the solution, report reckless drivers when it is safe to do so.

    •    Pedestrians are urged to take personal responsibility when heading out and wear bright or reflective clothing, especially in poor light conditions.

    •    Cross only at designated crossings or intersections where drivers expect to see pedestrians.

    •    Avoid distractions such as cellphones and headphones when walking near or across roads.

    •    Do not walk under the influence of alcohol. 

    •    Stay alert, always assume drivers cannot see you. – SAnews.gov.za

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    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

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    Disclaimer: GadCapital matches you with lending partners. Approval isn’t automatic – it depends on each lender’s criteria and your state’s rules. Our credit check won’t ding your score. Your loan details depend on which lender picks you and your financial situation. Money usually hits your account fast, but every bank’s different.

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    GadCapital Press Office
    Phone: (800) 961-5909
    Email: info@gadcapital.com
    Website: https://gadcapital.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Bad Credit? No Problem: GadCapital Launches No Credit Check $500–$1,000 Same-Day Loans for Rent, Bills, & More

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Aventura, Florida, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Loans for bad with credit no credit check have become essential financial solutions for individuals facing urgent expenses without traditional credit approval barriers. GadCapital addresses this critical need by offering same-day funding between $500 and $1,000, eliminating the stress of credit score requirements that often prevent access to emergency funds. Loans for no credit check provide immediate relief for rent payments, utility bills, and unexpected expenses that cannot wait for lengthy approval processes.

    Key Points: GadCapital’s Loans for Bad Credit No Credit Check Solutions

    • GadCapital offers loans for bad credit no credit check ranging from $500 to $1,000 with same-day funding for urgent financial needs like rent and bills.
    • The company provides installment loans for bad credit no credit check with flexible repayment terms that accommodate borrowers’ financial situations.
    • Applicants can access easy loans no credit check through an online application process that requires minimal documentation.
    • GadCapital’s loans no credit check are approved based on income verification rather than traditional credit score requirements.
    • The platform specializes in loans no credit checks for emergency expenses, offering quick approval and funding within hours of application submission.

    Quick no credit check loans from GadCapital deliver fast financial assistance when traditional lenders reject applications based on credit history. Best no credit check loans focus on current income and ability to repay rather than past financial mistakes, making loans with no credit accessible to borrowers who need immediate cash flow solutions. No credit check loans ensure that financial emergencies receive prompt attention without the delays and rejections associated with conventional lending requirements.

    GadCapital Loans for Bad Credit No Credit Check: Same-Day Financial Solutions

    GadCapital loans for bad credit no credit check represent a breakthrough in accessible lending for Americans facing financial challenges.

    The company’s new same-day financial solutions serve the 38% of U.S. consumers classified as non-prime or credit invisible, including 15% with sub-600 credit scores and 23% who are “credit invisible” according to recent market data.

    Bad credit no credit check approval processes eliminate traditional barriers that prevent millions from accessing emergency funds.

    GadCapital’s platform focuses on income verification rather than credit history, making loans available within hours of application approval.

    Types of Loans with No Credit Checks Available Through GadCapital

    Emergency Loans for No Credit History with Guaranteed Approval

    Emergency loans for no credit history provide instant access to funds when unexpected expenses arise, with guaranteed approval.

    GadCapital’s emergency lending solutions target the most common financial needs identified in borrower surveys:

    • Food expenses (54% of borrowers)
    • Housing and rent payments (49% of borrowers)
    • Utility bills (41% of borrowers)
    • Personal necessities (38% of borrowers)

    No credit history requirements mean applicants receive decisions based solely on current income and basic eligibility factors.

    Personal Loans for No Credit and Guaranteed Approval: Flexible Funding for Various Needs

    Personal loans for no credit offer versatile financing options for borrowers without established credit profiles.

    GadCapital’s personal lending products accommodate diverse financial situations while maintaining smooth guaranteed approval processes.

    Loan amounts range from $500 to $1,000, matching the typical range for no credit personal loans in the current market.

    Borrowers use these funds for medical expenses, childcare costs, and other essential needs beyond emergency situations.

    Loans with No Credit Requirements: Income-Based Guaranteed Approval Process

    Loans with no credit requirements rely on employment verification and income documentation instead of credit scores.

    GadCapital’s income-based approval process evaluates:

    1. Current employment status
    2. Monthly income verification
    3. Bank account information
    4. Residency confirmation

    No credit requirements eliminate the barrier that traditional lenders create for credit-invisible consumers seeking financial assistance.

    Loans for People with No Credit: Accessible Financial Solutions

    Loans for people with no credit address the needs of Americans who lack traditional credit histories.

    GadCapital’s accessible financial solutions serve borrowers who may be new to credit or have avoided traditional banking relationships.

    Short Term Loans No Credit Check: Quick Repayment Options

    Short term loans no credit check feature repayment periods designed for borrowers who need immediate funds with manageable payback schedules.

    GadCapital’s quick repayment options:

    • Weekly payment plans
    • Bi-weekly schedules
    • Monthly repayment terms

    No credit check short-term lending maintains approval rates above 60% for subprime and no-score borrowers, similar to trends in related lending sectors.

    Urgent Loans for Bad Credit No Credit Check: Crisis Funding with Guaranteed Approval

    Urgent loans for bad credit no credit check provide immediate financial relief during crisis situations.

    GadCapital’s crisis management funding delivers same-day guaranteed approval and funding for borrowers facing:

    • Unexpected medical bills
    • Emergency home repairs
    • Vehicle breakdown costs
    • Job loss situations

    Bad credit no credit check policies ensure that past financial difficulties don’t prevent access to emergency funding when needed most.

    No Credit Needed Loans: GadCapital’s Qualification Process

    No credit needed loans eliminate complex qualification requirements that traditional lenders impose. Borrowers complete applications in minutes rather than hours or days.

    GadCapital’s simplified qualification process requires only basic documentation and income verification. Credit needed barriers disappear when lenders focus on current financial capacity rather than historical credit performance.

    Small Loans with No Credit Check: Modest Amounts for Essential Expenses

    Small loans with no credit check provide modest funding amounts perfect for covering essential expenses without creating overwhelming debt burdens.

    GadCapital’s guaranteed no credit check small loan products target the $500-$1,000 range that borrowers most commonly request.

    GadCapital Application Process for No Credit Check Small Loans

    Quick Loans with No Credit Check: Easy Online Application

    Quick loans with no credit check feature GadCapital’s online application that takes less than 10 minutes to complete, and includes a few steps:

    1. Basic personal information entry
    2. Income and employment details
    3. Bank account verification
    4. Digital signature completion

    No credit check applications eliminate waiting periods associated with credit report reviews and scoring analysis, even for 1-hour payday loans no credit check.

    Easy Approval Loans for Bad Credit: Simple Documentation Steps

    Easy approval loans for bad credit require minimal documentation compared to traditional lending products. Bad credit histories don’t disqualify applicants when documentation demonstrates current financial stability and repayment capacity.

    GadCapital’s simple documentation requirements:

    • Recent pay stubs or income statements
    • Valid government-issued identification
    • Active bank account information
    • Proof of residence

    Requirements for Personal Loans for No Credit History

    Income Based Loans No Credit Check: Employment Verification Standards

    Income based loans no credit check rely on employment verification as the primary qualification factor.

    GadCapital’s employment verification standards require:

    • Minimum monthly income of $1,000
    • Employment history of at least 90 days
    • Direct deposit capability
    • Stable income source documentation

    No credit check income verification processes use bank statements and pay stubs rather than credit bureau reports to help get guaranteed approval.

    Small Loans No Credit Check: Basic Eligibility Criteria

    Small loans no credit check maintain straightforward eligibility requirements that most working adults can meet. Basic eligibility criteria include:

    • Age 18 or older
    • U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
    • Active checking account
    • Valid contact information

    No credit check eligibility focuses on current circumstances rather than past financial challenges or credit mistakes.

    Funding Speed for Quick Loans No Credit Check with GadCapital

    Same-Day Processing for No Credit Check Installment Loans with Guaranteed Approval

    Same-day processing for no credit check installment loans delivers funds within hours of approval, guaranteed.

    GadCapital’s same-day service processes applications and transfers funds on the same business day for qualified borrowers.

    No credit check installment loans eliminate the multi-day waiting periods that traditional lenders require for credit verification and underwriting reviews.

    Online Loans for Bad Credit No Credit Check: Digital Efficiency

    Online loans for bad credit no credit check leverage digital technology to maximize processing efficiency.

    GadCapital’s digital efficiency includes:

    • Automated income verification
    • Instant bank account validation
    • Electronic document processing
    • Real-time approval notifications

    Bad credit no credit check online systems operate 24/7, allowing borrowers to apply and receive decisions outside traditional banking hours.

    Payment Flexibility Options for First Time Personal Loans No Credit History

    Repayment Terms for No Credit Score Loans

    Repayment terms for no credit score loans offer flexible scheduling options that accommodate various income patterns.

    GadCapital provides multiple repayment structures for borrowers without established credit scores.

    No credit score loans feature terms ranging from 2 weeks to 6 months, allowing borrowers to select schedules that align with their pay cycles and budget constraints.

    Customizable Payment Schedules

    Customizable payment schedules enable borrowers to adjust repayment timing based on individual financial situations.

    GadCapital’s main scheduling options:

    • Weekly payments for frequent income earners
    • Bi-weekly payments matching standard pay periods
    • Monthly payments for salaried employees
    • Custom dates aligned with other financial obligations

    Payment flexibility reduces the risk of default and helps borrowers maintain positive relationships with lenders.

    Final Thoughts on GadCapital’s No Credit Check Lending Solutions

    GadCapital’s no credit check lending solutions fill a critical gap in the financial services market by providing accessible funding to millions of Americans who face barriers with traditional lending, and the company’s focus on income-based approval processes, same-day funding, and flexible repayment options creates opportunities for financial stability among borrowers who might otherwise resort to more expensive alternatives or remain unable to address urgent financial needs.

    Disclaimer: GadCapital matches you with lending partners. Approval isn’t automatic – it depends on each lender’s criteria and your state’s rules. Our credit check won’t ding your score. Your loan details depend on which lender picks you and your financial situation. Money usually hits your account fast, but every bank’s different.

    Contact Data

    GadCapital Press Office
    Phone: (800) 961-5909
    Email: info@gadcapital.com
    Website: https://gadcapital.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Abraxas Power Corp. Receives First Ever Renewable Energy Permit from the Maldives Special Economic Zone Board of Investment

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ABRAXAS POWER CORP. (“Abraxas” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its subsidiary, APM SPV Pvt Ltd., has signed an Investment Agreement with the Government of Maldives for the development of its flagship Project Solar City in the Republic of Maldives (aka “Luminosity”), a pioneering 100 MW mixed-use renewable energy project.

    Following the successful execution of the Investment Agreement with the Government of Maldives, the President of the Maldives has issued a Presidential Decree, dated 1 July 2025, officially designating the Project Area as a Special Economic Zone under the Special Economic Zone Act (“SEZ Act”). This marks the first-ever Presidential Decree issued under the SEZ Act and represents a historic achievement for both Abraxas and the Maldives in advancing renewable energy and sustainable investment. The Project showcases the Abraxas team’s leadership and expertise in supporting a complex energy transition and advances Abraxas’ mandate to develop projects that further the UN Development Programme’s sustainable development goals, specifically Sustainable Development Goal 7: Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.

    “Our initiative in the Maldives represents a transformative step toward a cleaner, more resilient energy future,” said Mr. J. Colter Eadie, Chief Executive Officer of Abraxas. “By leveraging sustainable innovation and strategic investment, we aim to cut emissions, lower energy costs, and meet up to 50% of Greater Malé’s electricity demand with 100% clean power. This project not only strengthens national energy security by reducing reliance on imported fossil fuels, but also supports the country’s foreign reserves by addressing one of its largest sources of capital outflow. With stable, long-term pricing insulated from global volatility, we are proud to support the Maldives in setting a new standard for environmental leadership and energy independence.”

    The Project aligns with the Maldives government’s goal of ensuring adequate, reliable, sustainable, secure, and affordable energy to foster prosperity, and represents a crucial milestone in achieving the country’s net zero targets by 2030. The Project alone has the potential to fulfill the commitment made by the Maldives’ President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu during the COP28 summit to generate at least 33% of the Maldives’ energy needs through renewable sources by 2028.

    Eadie continued, “This project is about more than clean energy — it’s about transferring knowledge, technology, and global best practices to empower local enterprises and accelerate infrastructure development across the Maldives. It demonstrates how strategic investment can generate far-reaching benefits, driving inclusive growth and long-term prosperity. We are proud to partner with the Government of the Maldives to bring this vision to life.”

    About Abraxas Power Corp.

    Abraxas is an energy transition developer focused on decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors and creating value by solving the current and future challenges of the energy transition. Abraxas’ broad mandate allows it to see opportunities across technologies and geographies to transform the global energy industry. Our team has extensive experience in leading, financing, and solving the challenges associated with energy transition and a proven track record of delivering complex, large-scale development projects across various disciplines, including renewable power and storage, hydrogen and ammonia production, industrial and precious metals, large-scale project construction, and operations at scale. The team possesses strong project finance and capital markets experience and has a history of creating value for shareholders, stakeholders, and the communities they live in. Abraxas has signed strategic partnerships with various global strategics and technology providers.

    Abraxas has secured over US$9 billion in capital projects through competitive government awards over the past year in furtherance of the energy transition, including our marquis Exploits Valley Renewable Energy Corporation project in Newfoundland, Canada.

    To learn more, visit www.abraxaspower.com

    Cautionary Notes

    Certain statements contained in this press release constitute “forward-looking statements”. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this press release, including, without limitation, statements regarding the development of the Project, the ability of the Project to meet the Company’s targets for energy generation, Abraxas’ plans, objectives, goals and targets, and any statements preceded by, followed by or that include the words “believe”, “expect”, “aim”, “intend”, “plan”, “continue”, “will”, “may”, “would”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “forecast”, “predict”, “project”, “seek”, “should” or similar expressions or the negative thereof, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not historical facts but instead represent only Abraxas’ expectations, estimates and projections regarding future events. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict. Therefore, actual results may differ materially from what is expressed, implied, or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Management provides forward-looking statements because it believes they provide useful information to investors when considering their investment objectives and cautions investors not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Consequently, all of the forward-looking statements made in this press release are qualified by these cautionary statements, and there can be no assurance that the actual results or developments will be realized or, even if substantially realized, that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on, Abraxas. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release and Abraxas assumes no obligation to update or revise them to reflect subsequent information, events, or circumstances or otherwise, except as required by law.

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  • MIL-OSI: Abraxas Power Corp. Receives First Ever Renewable Energy Permit from the Maldives Special Economic Zone Board of Investment

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ABRAXAS POWER CORP. (“Abraxas” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its subsidiary, APM SPV Pvt Ltd., has signed an Investment Agreement with the Government of Maldives for the development of its flagship Project Solar City in the Republic of Maldives (aka “Luminosity”), a pioneering 100 MW mixed-use renewable energy project.

    Following the successful execution of the Investment Agreement with the Government of Maldives, the President of the Maldives has issued a Presidential Decree, dated 1 July 2025, officially designating the Project Area as a Special Economic Zone under the Special Economic Zone Act (“SEZ Act”). This marks the first-ever Presidential Decree issued under the SEZ Act and represents a historic achievement for both Abraxas and the Maldives in advancing renewable energy and sustainable investment. The Project showcases the Abraxas team’s leadership and expertise in supporting a complex energy transition and advances Abraxas’ mandate to develop projects that further the UN Development Programme’s sustainable development goals, specifically Sustainable Development Goal 7: Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.

    “Our initiative in the Maldives represents a transformative step toward a cleaner, more resilient energy future,” said Mr. J. Colter Eadie, Chief Executive Officer of Abraxas. “By leveraging sustainable innovation and strategic investment, we aim to cut emissions, lower energy costs, and meet up to 50% of Greater Malé’s electricity demand with 100% clean power. This project not only strengthens national energy security by reducing reliance on imported fossil fuels, but also supports the country’s foreign reserves by addressing one of its largest sources of capital outflow. With stable, long-term pricing insulated from global volatility, we are proud to support the Maldives in setting a new standard for environmental leadership and energy independence.”

    The Project aligns with the Maldives government’s goal of ensuring adequate, reliable, sustainable, secure, and affordable energy to foster prosperity, and represents a crucial milestone in achieving the country’s net zero targets by 2030. The Project alone has the potential to fulfill the commitment made by the Maldives’ President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu during the COP28 summit to generate at least 33% of the Maldives’ energy needs through renewable sources by 2028.

    Eadie continued, “This project is about more than clean energy — it’s about transferring knowledge, technology, and global best practices to empower local enterprises and accelerate infrastructure development across the Maldives. It demonstrates how strategic investment can generate far-reaching benefits, driving inclusive growth and long-term prosperity. We are proud to partner with the Government of the Maldives to bring this vision to life.”

    About Abraxas Power Corp.

    Abraxas is an energy transition developer focused on decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors and creating value by solving the current and future challenges of the energy transition. Abraxas’ broad mandate allows it to see opportunities across technologies and geographies to transform the global energy industry. Our team has extensive experience in leading, financing, and solving the challenges associated with energy transition and a proven track record of delivering complex, large-scale development projects across various disciplines, including renewable power and storage, hydrogen and ammonia production, industrial and precious metals, large-scale project construction, and operations at scale. The team possesses strong project finance and capital markets experience and has a history of creating value for shareholders, stakeholders, and the communities they live in. Abraxas has signed strategic partnerships with various global strategics and technology providers.

    Abraxas has secured over US$9 billion in capital projects through competitive government awards over the past year in furtherance of the energy transition, including our marquis Exploits Valley Renewable Energy Corporation project in Newfoundland, Canada.

    To learn more, visit www.abraxaspower.com

    Cautionary Notes

    Certain statements contained in this press release constitute “forward-looking statements”. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this press release, including, without limitation, statements regarding the development of the Project, the ability of the Project to meet the Company’s targets for energy generation, Abraxas’ plans, objectives, goals and targets, and any statements preceded by, followed by or that include the words “believe”, “expect”, “aim”, “intend”, “plan”, “continue”, “will”, “may”, “would”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “forecast”, “predict”, “project”, “seek”, “should” or similar expressions or the negative thereof, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not historical facts but instead represent only Abraxas’ expectations, estimates and projections regarding future events. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict. Therefore, actual results may differ materially from what is expressed, implied, or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Management provides forward-looking statements because it believes they provide useful information to investors when considering their investment objectives and cautions investors not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Consequently, all of the forward-looking statements made in this press release are qualified by these cautionary statements, and there can be no assurance that the actual results or developments will be realized or, even if substantially realized, that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on, Abraxas. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release and Abraxas assumes no obligation to update or revise them to reflect subsequent information, events, or circumstances or otherwise, except as required by law.

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  • MIL-OSI: Bad Credit? No Problem: GadCapital Launches No Credit Check $500–$1,000 Same-Day Loans for Rent, Bills, & More

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Aventura, Florida, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Loans for bad with credit no credit check have become essential financial solutions for individuals facing urgent expenses without traditional credit approval barriers. GadCapital addresses this critical need by offering same-day funding between $500 and $1,000, eliminating the stress of credit score requirements that often prevent access to emergency funds. Loans for no credit check provide immediate relief for rent payments, utility bills, and unexpected expenses that cannot wait for lengthy approval processes.

    Key Points: GadCapital’s Loans for Bad Credit No Credit Check Solutions

    • GadCapital offers loans for bad credit no credit check ranging from $500 to $1,000 with same-day funding for urgent financial needs like rent and bills.
    • The company provides installment loans for bad credit no credit check with flexible repayment terms that accommodate borrowers’ financial situations.
    • Applicants can access easy loans no credit check through an online application process that requires minimal documentation.
    • GadCapital’s loans no credit check are approved based on income verification rather than traditional credit score requirements.
    • The platform specializes in loans no credit checks for emergency expenses, offering quick approval and funding within hours of application submission.

    Quick no credit check loans from GadCapital deliver fast financial assistance when traditional lenders reject applications based on credit history. Best no credit check loans focus on current income and ability to repay rather than past financial mistakes, making loans with no credit accessible to borrowers who need immediate cash flow solutions. No credit check loans ensure that financial emergencies receive prompt attention without the delays and rejections associated with conventional lending requirements.

    GadCapital Loans for Bad Credit No Credit Check: Same-Day Financial Solutions

    GadCapital loans for bad credit no credit check represent a breakthrough in accessible lending for Americans facing financial challenges.

    The company’s new same-day financial solutions serve the 38% of U.S. consumers classified as non-prime or credit invisible, including 15% with sub-600 credit scores and 23% who are “credit invisible” according to recent market data.

    Bad credit no credit check approval processes eliminate traditional barriers that prevent millions from accessing emergency funds.

    GadCapital’s platform focuses on income verification rather than credit history, making loans available within hours of application approval.

    Types of Loans with No Credit Checks Available Through GadCapital

    Emergency Loans for No Credit History with Guaranteed Approval

    Emergency loans for no credit history provide instant access to funds when unexpected expenses arise, with guaranteed approval.

    GadCapital’s emergency lending solutions target the most common financial needs identified in borrower surveys:

    • Food expenses (54% of borrowers)
    • Housing and rent payments (49% of borrowers)
    • Utility bills (41% of borrowers)
    • Personal necessities (38% of borrowers)

    No credit history requirements mean applicants receive decisions based solely on current income and basic eligibility factors.

    Personal Loans for No Credit and Guaranteed Approval: Flexible Funding for Various Needs

    Personal loans for no credit offer versatile financing options for borrowers without established credit profiles.

    GadCapital’s personal lending products accommodate diverse financial situations while maintaining smooth guaranteed approval processes.

    Loan amounts range from $500 to $1,000, matching the typical range for no credit personal loans in the current market.

    Borrowers use these funds for medical expenses, childcare costs, and other essential needs beyond emergency situations.

    Loans with No Credit Requirements: Income-Based Guaranteed Approval Process

    Loans with no credit requirements rely on employment verification and income documentation instead of credit scores.

    GadCapital’s income-based approval process evaluates:

    1. Current employment status
    2. Monthly income verification
    3. Bank account information
    4. Residency confirmation

    No credit requirements eliminate the barrier that traditional lenders create for credit-invisible consumers seeking financial assistance.

    Loans for People with No Credit: Accessible Financial Solutions

    Loans for people with no credit address the needs of Americans who lack traditional credit histories.

    GadCapital’s accessible financial solutions serve borrowers who may be new to credit or have avoided traditional banking relationships.

    Short Term Loans No Credit Check: Quick Repayment Options

    Short term loans no credit check feature repayment periods designed for borrowers who need immediate funds with manageable payback schedules.

    GadCapital’s quick repayment options:

    • Weekly payment plans
    • Bi-weekly schedules
    • Monthly repayment terms

    No credit check short-term lending maintains approval rates above 60% for subprime and no-score borrowers, similar to trends in related lending sectors.

    Urgent Loans for Bad Credit No Credit Check: Crisis Funding with Guaranteed Approval

    Urgent loans for bad credit no credit check provide immediate financial relief during crisis situations.

    GadCapital’s crisis management funding delivers same-day guaranteed approval and funding for borrowers facing:

    • Unexpected medical bills
    • Emergency home repairs
    • Vehicle breakdown costs
    • Job loss situations

    Bad credit no credit check policies ensure that past financial difficulties don’t prevent access to emergency funding when needed most.

    No Credit Needed Loans: GadCapital’s Qualification Process

    No credit needed loans eliminate complex qualification requirements that traditional lenders impose. Borrowers complete applications in minutes rather than hours or days.

    GadCapital’s simplified qualification process requires only basic documentation and income verification. Credit needed barriers disappear when lenders focus on current financial capacity rather than historical credit performance.

    Small Loans with No Credit Check: Modest Amounts for Essential Expenses

    Small loans with no credit check provide modest funding amounts perfect for covering essential expenses without creating overwhelming debt burdens.

    GadCapital’s guaranteed no credit check small loan products target the $500-$1,000 range that borrowers most commonly request.

    GadCapital Application Process for No Credit Check Small Loans

    Quick Loans with No Credit Check: Easy Online Application

    Quick loans with no credit check feature GadCapital’s online application that takes less than 10 minutes to complete, and includes a few steps:

    1. Basic personal information entry
    2. Income and employment details
    3. Bank account verification
    4. Digital signature completion

    No credit check applications eliminate waiting periods associated with credit report reviews and scoring analysis, even for 1-hour payday loans no credit check.

    Easy Approval Loans for Bad Credit: Simple Documentation Steps

    Easy approval loans for bad credit require minimal documentation compared to traditional lending products. Bad credit histories don’t disqualify applicants when documentation demonstrates current financial stability and repayment capacity.

    GadCapital’s simple documentation requirements:

    • Recent pay stubs or income statements
    • Valid government-issued identification
    • Active bank account information
    • Proof of residence

    Requirements for Personal Loans for No Credit History

    Income Based Loans No Credit Check: Employment Verification Standards

    Income based loans no credit check rely on employment verification as the primary qualification factor.

    GadCapital’s employment verification standards require:

    • Minimum monthly income of $1,000
    • Employment history of at least 90 days
    • Direct deposit capability
    • Stable income source documentation

    No credit check income verification processes use bank statements and pay stubs rather than credit bureau reports to help get guaranteed approval.

    Small Loans No Credit Check: Basic Eligibility Criteria

    Small loans no credit check maintain straightforward eligibility requirements that most working adults can meet. Basic eligibility criteria include:

    • Age 18 or older
    • U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
    • Active checking account
    • Valid contact information

    No credit check eligibility focuses on current circumstances rather than past financial challenges or credit mistakes.

    Funding Speed for Quick Loans No Credit Check with GadCapital

    Same-Day Processing for No Credit Check Installment Loans with Guaranteed Approval

    Same-day processing for no credit check installment loans delivers funds within hours of approval, guaranteed.

    GadCapital’s same-day service processes applications and transfers funds on the same business day for qualified borrowers.

    No credit check installment loans eliminate the multi-day waiting periods that traditional lenders require for credit verification and underwriting reviews.

    Online Loans for Bad Credit No Credit Check: Digital Efficiency

    Online loans for bad credit no credit check leverage digital technology to maximize processing efficiency.

    GadCapital’s digital efficiency includes:

    • Automated income verification
    • Instant bank account validation
    • Electronic document processing
    • Real-time approval notifications

    Bad credit no credit check online systems operate 24/7, allowing borrowers to apply and receive decisions outside traditional banking hours.

    Payment Flexibility Options for First Time Personal Loans No Credit History

    Repayment Terms for No Credit Score Loans

    Repayment terms for no credit score loans offer flexible scheduling options that accommodate various income patterns.

    GadCapital provides multiple repayment structures for borrowers without established credit scores.

    No credit score loans feature terms ranging from 2 weeks to 6 months, allowing borrowers to select schedules that align with their pay cycles and budget constraints.

    Customizable Payment Schedules

    Customizable payment schedules enable borrowers to adjust repayment timing based on individual financial situations.

    GadCapital’s main scheduling options:

    • Weekly payments for frequent income earners
    • Bi-weekly payments matching standard pay periods
    • Monthly payments for salaried employees
    • Custom dates aligned with other financial obligations

    Payment flexibility reduces the risk of default and helps borrowers maintain positive relationships with lenders.

    Final Thoughts on GadCapital’s No Credit Check Lending Solutions

    GadCapital’s no credit check lending solutions fill a critical gap in the financial services market by providing accessible funding to millions of Americans who face barriers with traditional lending, and the company’s focus on income-based approval processes, same-day funding, and flexible repayment options creates opportunities for financial stability among borrowers who might otherwise resort to more expensive alternatives or remain unable to address urgent financial needs.

    Disclaimer: GadCapital matches you with lending partners. Approval isn’t automatic – it depends on each lender’s criteria and your state’s rules. Our credit check won’t ding your score. Your loan details depend on which lender picks you and your financial situation. Money usually hits your account fast, but every bank’s different.

    Contact Data

    GadCapital Press Office
    Phone: (800) 961-5909
    Email: info@gadcapital.com
    Website: https://gadcapital.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Veteran Trader Earns $9,777 a Day with Blockchain Cloud Mining

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    London, UK, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On July 7, 2025, Bitcoin hit a record high and could not be stopped. The price once exceeded $110,000, and the enthusiasm of the entire network broke out again. But unlike in the past, the protagonists of this round of cryptocurrency craze are no longer just those capital giants or early coin collectors who speculate in coins, but ordinary people who rely on “cloud mining” to produce Bitcoin steadily every day.

    More and more people give up high-risk speculation and choose global leading provider platforms like Blockchain Cloud Mining to open their own Bitcoin income channels. They do not follow the trend of speculating in coins, but receive notifications of BTC arrival every day.

    What is Blockchain Cloud Mining?

    Blockchain cloud mining is a way to participate in cryptocurrency mining without purchasing hardware equipment. Blockchain provides remote leasing computing power services. Users only need to purchase mining contracts, and the system can automatically start the mining process and distribute the income to the account. No equipment maintenance or high electricity bills are required.

    Why is Blockchain Cloud Mining favored by users around the world?

    Get $12 off when you sign up.
    ⦁High returns, daily dividends.
    ⦁No other service fees or management fees.
    ⦁The platform supports settlement in more than 9 cryptocurrencies, such as DOGE, BTC, ETH, SOL, USDC, USDT, XRP, LTC, and BCH.
    ⦁The company’s affiliate program allows you to refer friends and get up to $50,000 in referral bonuses.
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    In the second half of 2025, Bitcoin is still one of the safest and most promising assets in the world.

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  • MIL-OSI: Rumble and MoonPay Strike Exclusive Deal to Fuel Crypto-Creator Revolution

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LONGBOAT KEY, Fla., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rumble (NASDAQ:RUM), the video sharing platform and cloud services provider, today announced an exclusive partnership with MoonPay, the world’s leading crypto payments infrastructure company, to revolutionize how creators monetize and thrive in a decentralized world. The collaboration marks a major leap forward in the fusion of free expression and financial freedom.

    “Rumble Wallet will change the game for creators, and MoonPay is the perfect partner to bring that vision to life,” said Rumble Founder and CEO Chris Pavlovski. “We’re not just building tools – we’re building freedom. And we want partners who are as obsessed with empowering people as we are.”

    Through this exclusive partnership, MoonPay will power all crypto on- and off-ramps inside the highly anticipated Rumble Wallet, slated to launch in Q3 2025. This integration will allow users to seamlessly buy, sell and swap crypto, putting control directly into the hands of the community.

    Additionally, MoonPay’s award-winning creative agency, Otherlife, will begin leveraging Rumble Cloud for next-gen object storage and decentralized compute.

    “We could not be more thrilled to partner with Rumble,” said Ivan Soto-Wright, CEO of MoonPay. “Crypto represents financial freedom, the same way Rumble represents freedom of expression.”

    The Rumble x MoonPay partnership represents a shared commitment to building creator-first tools that prioritize free expression, user control and financial independence.

    ABOUT RUMBLE

    Rumble is a high-growth video platform and cloud services provider that is creating an independent infrastructure. Rumble’s mission is to restore the internet to its roots by making it free and open once again. For more information, visit: corp.rumble.com.

    Contact: press@rumble.com

    ABOUT MOONPAY

    MoonPay simplifies access to buy, sell and trade crypto using everyday payment methods like cards, Apple Pay, PayPal and Venmo, while also providing simple tools to send, receive and manage stablecoins.

    Whether you are new to digital money or a company exploring new ways to use it, MoonPay provides the trusted infrastructure to onboard users into the blockchain-based financial ecosystem safely and seamlessly.

    With over 30 million customers and powering the infrastructure for nearly 500 companies across the decentralized economy, MoonPay is a key driver behind mainstream crypto adoption. It is fully licensed in the U.S. and regulated in the UK, EU, Canada and Australia—and has been certified for its enterprise-grade security.

    MoonPay is changing payments.

    Contact: media@moonpay.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Rumble and MoonPay Strike Exclusive Deal to Fuel Crypto-Creator Revolution

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LONGBOAT KEY, Fla., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rumble (NASDAQ:RUM), the video sharing platform and cloud services provider, today announced an exclusive partnership with MoonPay, the world’s leading crypto payments infrastructure company, to revolutionize how creators monetize and thrive in a decentralized world. The collaboration marks a major leap forward in the fusion of free expression and financial freedom.

    “Rumble Wallet will change the game for creators, and MoonPay is the perfect partner to bring that vision to life,” said Rumble Founder and CEO Chris Pavlovski. “We’re not just building tools – we’re building freedom. And we want partners who are as obsessed with empowering people as we are.”

    Through this exclusive partnership, MoonPay will power all crypto on- and off-ramps inside the highly anticipated Rumble Wallet, slated to launch in Q3 2025. This integration will allow users to seamlessly buy, sell and swap crypto, putting control directly into the hands of the community.

    Additionally, MoonPay’s award-winning creative agency, Otherlife, will begin leveraging Rumble Cloud for next-gen object storage and decentralized compute.

    “We could not be more thrilled to partner with Rumble,” said Ivan Soto-Wright, CEO of MoonPay. “Crypto represents financial freedom, the same way Rumble represents freedom of expression.”

    The Rumble x MoonPay partnership represents a shared commitment to building creator-first tools that prioritize free expression, user control and financial independence.

    ABOUT RUMBLE

    Rumble is a high-growth video platform and cloud services provider that is creating an independent infrastructure. Rumble’s mission is to restore the internet to its roots by making it free and open once again. For more information, visit: corp.rumble.com.

    Contact: press@rumble.com

    ABOUT MOONPAY

    MoonPay simplifies access to buy, sell and trade crypto using everyday payment methods like cards, Apple Pay, PayPal and Venmo, while also providing simple tools to send, receive and manage stablecoins.

    Whether you are new to digital money or a company exploring new ways to use it, MoonPay provides the trusted infrastructure to onboard users into the blockchain-based financial ecosystem safely and seamlessly.

    With over 30 million customers and powering the infrastructure for nearly 500 companies across the decentralized economy, MoonPay is a key driver behind mainstream crypto adoption. It is fully licensed in the U.S. and regulated in the UK, EU, Canada and Australia—and has been certified for its enterprise-grade security.

    MoonPay is changing payments.

    Contact: media@moonpay.com

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  • MIL-OSI: ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. to Host 2025 Second Quarter Results Conference Call on July 29, 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: CNOB) (the “Company” or “ConnectOne”), parent company of ConnectOne Bank (the “Bank”), today announced that it plans to release results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, before the market opens on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. Management will also host a conference call and audio webcast at 10:00 a.m. ET on July 29, 2025, to review the Company’s financial performance and operating results.

    Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Frank Sorrentino III and Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer William S. Burns will host the call. The conference call dial-in number is 1 (646) 307-1963, access code 7519286. Please dial in at least five minutes before the start of the call to register. An audio webcast of the conference call will be available to the public, on a listen-only basis, via the “Investor Relations” link on the Company’s website https://www.ConnectOneBank.com or at http://ir.connectonebank.com.

    A replay of the conference call will be available beginning at approximately 1:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, and ending on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, by dialing 1 (609) 800-9909, access code 7519286. An online archive of the webcast will be available following the completion of the conference call at https://www.ConnectOneBank.com or at http://ir.connectonebank.com.

    About ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc.
    ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc., is a modern financial services company that operates, through its subsidiary, ConnectOne Bank, and the Bank’s fintech subsidiary, BoeFly, Inc. ConnectOne Bank is a high-performing commercial bank offering a full suite of banking & lending products and services that focus on small to middle-market businesses. BoeFly, Inc. is a fintech marketplace that connects borrowers in the franchise space with funding solutions through a network of partner banks. ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. is traded on the Nasdaq Global Market under the trading symbol “CNOB,” and information about ConnectOne may be found at https://www.connectonebank.com.

    Investor Contact:
    William S. Burns
    Senior Executive VP & CFO
    201.816.4474: bburns@cnob.com

    Media Contact:
    Shannan Weeks, MWW
    MikeWorldWide
    732.299.7890: sweeks@mww.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Capital City Bank Announces Appointment of William G. Smith III to Board of Directors

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TALLAHASSEE, Fla., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Capital City Bank is pleased to announce William G. Smith III has joined its board of directors, continuing a family legacy spanning four generations. Smith, who is now in his 18th year of service with Capital City Bank, is chief lending officer responsible for driving the lending strategies of the Bank.

    “We are pleased to welcome William to our board of directors,” said Tom Barron, Capital City Bank Group president and chairman of the Capital City Bank Board of Directors. “I have had the privilege of working alongside William throughout his entire career at Capital City Bank, and I have witnessed firsthand his growth, dedication and leadership. His experience, strategic vision and deep knowledge of our business will be invaluable as the Bank continues to grow and evolve.”

    With this appointment, Smith continues a proud family legacy, becoming the fourth generation of Smiths to serve on the Capital City Bank Board of Directors. The tradition began in 1919 with the appointment of William Henry Smith. In 1937, his widow, Fanny Smith, was elected to the board alongside her son, Godfrey Smith, who dedicated 62 years to Capital City Bank. The current Capital City Bank Group Chairman and CEO, William G. Smith Jr., began his career with Capital City Bank in 1978 and was elected to the board in 1995.

    Smith joined Capital City Bank in 2007 and has since developed expertise in a range of specialties, including small business, commercial banking, special assets and private banking. He has held several key leadership roles over his tenure, gradually expanding his sphere of responsibility. As a market president from 2020 until 2023, Smith led the revenue and lending functions for Leon County. In 2023, he was promoted to North Florida Region executive, overseeing an operational area that included Leon, Gadsden, Jefferson, Madison, Taylor and Wakulla counties in Florida and Grady County in Georgia. In January of 2025, he was appointed to chief lending officer, where he now leads the Bank’s lending strategies and operations.

    About Capital City Bank Group, Inc.
    Capital City Bank Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CCBG) is one of the largest publicly traded financial holding companies headquartered in Florida and has approximately $4.5 billion in assets. We provide a full range of banking services, including traditional deposit and credit services, mortgage banking, asset management, trust, merchant services, bankcards, securities brokerage services and financial advisory services, including the sale of life insurance, risk management and asset protection services. Our bank subsidiary, Capital City Bank, was founded in 1895 and now has 62 banking offices and 105 ATMs/ITMs in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. For more information about Capital City Bank Group, Inc., www.ccbg.com.

    For Information Contact:
    Brooke Hallock
    Hallock.Brooke@ccbg.com
    850.402.8525

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/43393291-5cbd-44e6-980e-af7a36f76ab9

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  • MIL-OSI: AleAnna, Inc. Announces Strong Early Production and Revenue Results at Longanesi Field

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    • AleAnna and its partner Societa Padana Energia have recorded more than 6 weeks of continuous production history at the Longanesi Field, with steadily growing daily rates.
    • Results have been above expectations, with a stabilized natural gas production rate of approximately 28 MM cubic feet per day, which was achieved well ahead of the anticipated 3-month timeline for this milestone.
    • Strong natural gas prices in Italy, averaging about $13.50 / Mcf over the last 6 weeks, are providing AleAnna > $100,000 / day in revenues.
    • The European Union’s (EU) stated goal of eliminating Russian natural gas imports by year-end 2027 should create a longer-term demand for domestic natural gas in Italy.

    DALLAS and ROME, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AleAnna, Inc. (“AleAnna” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: ANNA) is pleased to announce strong early performance from the Longanesi Field. All five wells in the Phase 1 development are contributing to current daily production averaging 28 million cubic feet per day, which was AleAnna’s budgeted maximum rate for 2025. While striving to prevent damage to the reservoirs from early over-production, the impressive growth rate in daily production over the first 6 full weeks of production nonetheless signals potential for the Phase 1 development to outperform initial expectations.

    Combined with average Italian natural gas prices over this 6-week period of about $13.50 per thousand cubic feet, current production is generating in excess of $100,000 in revenue per day net to AleAnna’s account. In addition, the Company expects further expansions of reserves and additional increases in daily production, highlighting Longanesi’s importance as a driver of mid-to-longer term growth for AleAnna.

    Advantaged Natural Gas Environment in the EU
    About 20% of the EU’s natural gas supply continues to come from Russia. As part of a broader plan to improve energy security and independence, the EU has stated an overarching goal to completely eliminate Russian natural gas supply by year-end 2027. The need to replace this supply, combined with gas storage levels at 34% of capacity, has created an increased demand for new sources of domestic natural gas and a near-to-mid-term increase in the price of natural gas in the EU.

    AleAnna is committed to strengthening Italy’s long-term energy security while supporting the global transition to cleaner and more sustainable sources of energy. By advancing current and future investments at Longanesi, AleAnna aims to address the gap in natural gas supply left by the loss of Russian natural gas imports.

    Management Commentary
    Marco Brun, Chief Executive Officer of AleAnna, emphasized the importance of the positive early results from Longanesi, stating: “Strong early results from Longanesi are a signal of AleAnna’s growth potential and profitability. With an advantaged environment for natural gas producers in the EU, and the opportunity to further grow our Longanesi production, we are excited about the future of the Company.”

    About AleAnna
    AleAnna is a technology-driven energy company focused on bringing sustainability and new supplies of low-carbon natural gas and RNG to Italy, aligning traditional energy operations with renewable solutions, with developments like the Longanesi field leading the way in supporting a responsible energy transition. With three conventional gas discoveries in Italy already made and fourteen new natural gas exploration projects planned this decade, AleAnna plays a pivotal role in Italy’s energy transition. Italy’s extensive infrastructure, featuring 33,000 kilometers of gas pipelines, three major gas storage facilities, and a strong base of existing RNG facilities, aligns with AleAnna’s commitment to sustainability. AleAnna’s RNG projects’ portfolio includes three plants under development and almost 100 projects representing approximately €1.1 billion potential investment in the next few years. AleAnna operates regional headquarters in Dallas, Texas, and Rome, Italy.

    Forward-Looking Statements
    The information included herein contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Certain statements, other than statements of present or historical fact included herein regarding AleAnna’s future operations, financial position, plans and objectives are forward-looking statements. When used herein, including any statements made in connection herewith, the words “could,” “should,” “will,” “may,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” and other similar expressions are forward-looking statements. However, not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. Forward-looking statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance. Instead, they are based only on AleAnna’s current beliefs, expectations and assumptions regarding the future of its business, future plans and strategies, the economy and other future conditions. Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of AleAnna’s control. AleAnna’s actual results and financial condition may differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should not rely on any of these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Important factors that could cause our actual results and financial condition to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, those under “Risk Factors” in AleAnna’s definitive proxy statement/prospectus filed by AleAnna with the SEC on November 21, 2024, as well as general economic conditions; AleAnna’s need for additional capital; risks associated with the growth of AleAnna’s business; and changes in the regulatory environment in which AleAnna operates. Additional information concerning these and other factors that may impact AleAnna’s expectations and projections can be found in filings it makes with the SEC, and other documents filed or to be filed with the SEC by AleAnna. SEC filings are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, AleAnna disclaims any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.

    Investor Relations Contact
    Bill Dirks
    wkdirks@aleannagroup.com

    Website
    https://www.aleannainc.com/

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  • MIL-OSI: OTC Markets Group Welcomes MTM Critical Metals Ltd to OTCQX

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced MTM Critical Metals Ltd (ASX: MTM; OTCQX: MTMCF), a pioneer in sustainable critical metals processing and recovery, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. MTM Critical Metals Ltd upgraded to OTCQX from the OTCQB® Venture Market.

    MTM Critical Metals Ltd begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbol “MTMCF.” U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com.

    The OTCQX Market is designed for established, investor-focused U.S. and international companies. To qualify for OTCQX, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance, and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws. Graduating to the OTCQX Market from the OTCQB Market marks an important milestone for companies, enabling them to demonstrate their qualifications and build visibility among U.S. investors.

    “We are pleased to announce our upgrade to the OTCQX Market. With a growing number of US investors, this further enhances the accessibility and visibility of our shares to both institutional and retail investors and it provides them with an opportunity to participate in MTM’s growth. As a disruptor in the metal processing sector with our Flash Joule Heating technology, we look forward to sharing our equity story and warmly welcoming new investors to join us on this journey,” said Michael Walshe, Managing Director.

    About MTM Critical Metals Ltd
    MTM Critical Metals Ltd is a pioneer in sustainable critical metals processing and recovery, serving advanced industries such as semiconductors, e-waste recycling and military defense. The company’s proprietary Flash Joule Heating (FJH) technology offers a groundbreaking, low-carbon method for efficiently extracting critical materials, including rare earth elements, gallium, germanium, and other valuable metals, from mineral ore concentrates and high-value waste streams. These materials are vital for the production of semiconductors, advanced electronics, and defense systems. Through its U.S.-based subsidiary, Flash Metals, located in Houston, the company is advancing efforts to recover gallium, germanium and rare earth elements from domestic waste streams, contributing to the resilience and security of North America’s critical materials supply chain. The company will be able to recover high value precious metals such as gold, silver and platinum from e-waste which will generate near term revenue for the business. It continues to hold mineral exploration licenses in Australia and Canada.

    About OTC Markets Group Inc.

    OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM) operates regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities. Our data-driven disclosure standards form the foundation of our public markets: OTCQX® Best Market, OTCQB® Venture Market, OTCID™ Basic Market and Pink Limited Market.

    Our OTC Link® Alternative Trading Systems (ATSs) provide critical market infrastructure that broker-dealers rely on to facilitate trading. Our innovative model offers companies more efficient access to the U.S. financial markets.

    OTC Link ATS, OTC Link ECN, OTC Link NQB, and MOON ATS are each SEC regulated ATS, operated by OTC Link LLC, a FINRA and SEC registered broker-dealer, member SIPC. To learn more about how we create better informed and more efficient markets, visit www.otcmarkets.com.

    Subscribe to the OTC Markets RSS Feed

    Media Contact:
    OTC Markets Group Inc., +1 (212) 896-4428, media@otcmarkets.com

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  • MIL-OSI: OTC Markets Group Welcomes MTM Critical Metals Ltd to OTCQX

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced MTM Critical Metals Ltd (ASX: MTM; OTCQX: MTMCF), a pioneer in sustainable critical metals processing and recovery, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. MTM Critical Metals Ltd upgraded to OTCQX from the OTCQB® Venture Market.

    MTM Critical Metals Ltd begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbol “MTMCF.” U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com.

    The OTCQX Market is designed for established, investor-focused U.S. and international companies. To qualify for OTCQX, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance, and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws. Graduating to the OTCQX Market from the OTCQB Market marks an important milestone for companies, enabling them to demonstrate their qualifications and build visibility among U.S. investors.

    “We are pleased to announce our upgrade to the OTCQX Market. With a growing number of US investors, this further enhances the accessibility and visibility of our shares to both institutional and retail investors and it provides them with an opportunity to participate in MTM’s growth. As a disruptor in the metal processing sector with our Flash Joule Heating technology, we look forward to sharing our equity story and warmly welcoming new investors to join us on this journey,” said Michael Walshe, Managing Director.

    About MTM Critical Metals Ltd
    MTM Critical Metals Ltd is a pioneer in sustainable critical metals processing and recovery, serving advanced industries such as semiconductors, e-waste recycling and military defense. The company’s proprietary Flash Joule Heating (FJH) technology offers a groundbreaking, low-carbon method for efficiently extracting critical materials, including rare earth elements, gallium, germanium, and other valuable metals, from mineral ore concentrates and high-value waste streams. These materials are vital for the production of semiconductors, advanced electronics, and defense systems. Through its U.S.-based subsidiary, Flash Metals, located in Houston, the company is advancing efforts to recover gallium, germanium and rare earth elements from domestic waste streams, contributing to the resilience and security of North America’s critical materials supply chain. The company will be able to recover high value precious metals such as gold, silver and platinum from e-waste which will generate near term revenue for the business. It continues to hold mineral exploration licenses in Australia and Canada.

    About OTC Markets Group Inc.

    OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM) operates regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities. Our data-driven disclosure standards form the foundation of our public markets: OTCQX® Best Market, OTCQB® Venture Market, OTCID™ Basic Market and Pink Limited Market.

    Our OTC Link® Alternative Trading Systems (ATSs) provide critical market infrastructure that broker-dealers rely on to facilitate trading. Our innovative model offers companies more efficient access to the U.S. financial markets.

    OTC Link ATS, OTC Link ECN, OTC Link NQB, and MOON ATS are each SEC regulated ATS, operated by OTC Link LLC, a FINRA and SEC registered broker-dealer, member SIPC. To learn more about how we create better informed and more efficient markets, visit www.otcmarkets.com.

    Subscribe to the OTC Markets RSS Feed

    Media Contact:
    OTC Markets Group Inc., +1 (212) 896-4428, media@otcmarkets.com

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  • MIL-OSI: OTC Markets Group Welcomes Reckitt Benckiser Group Plc. to OTCQX

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced Reckitt Benckiser Group plc (“Reckitt”) (LSE: RKT; OTCQX: RBGLY, RBGPF), the company behind some of the world’s best-loved consumer health and hygiene brands, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. Reckitt upgraded to OTCQX from the Pink® market.

    Reckitt begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbols “RBGLY” and “RBGPF.” U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com.

    Upgrading to the OTCQX Market is an important step for companies seeking to provide transparent trading for their U.S. investors. For companies listed on a qualified international exchange, streamlined market standards enable them to utilize their home market reporting to make their information available in the U.S. To qualify for OTCQX, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws.

    “We are honored to announce the inclusion of Reckitt Benckiser Group Plc. on the OTCQX Market,” stated Jason Paltrowitz, Executive Vice President of Corporate Services at OTC Markets Group. “This important milestone represents a notable accomplishment for the company and underscores the strengthening relationship between European capital markets and U.S. investors in pursuit of diversified investment opportunities.”

    About Reckitt

    We make the products people trust to care for the ones they love. We are home to some of the world’s best-loved consumer health and hygiene brands, including Dettol, Durex, Finish, Gaviscon, Harpic, Lysol, Mucinex, Nurofen, Strepsils, Vanish and Veet. Consumers are at the heart of everything we do. By creating innovative, science-backed solutions, we support people every day to live healthier lives.

    Reckitt exists to protect, heal and nurture in the pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. This commitment goes beyond the products we make. Through our actions, we expand access to healthcare, education and economic opportunities. We support the planet by reducing waste, conserving resources and driving sustainable innovation.

    We believe good health starts at home. With every action we take, we strive to make our consumers’ lives easier, cleaner and healthier, to strengthen communities and to create a more sustainable future.

    Find out more or get in touch with us at www.reckitt.com.

    About OTC Markets Group Inc.

    OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM) operates regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities. Our data-driven disclosure standards form the foundation of our public markets: OTCQX® Best Market, OTCQB® Venture Market, OTCID™ Basic Market and Pink Limited Market.

    Our OTC Link® Alternative Trading Systems (ATSs) provide critical market infrastructure that broker-dealers rely on to facilitate trading. Our innovative model offers companies more efficient access to the U.S. financial markets.

    OTC Link ATS, OTC Link ECN, OTC Link NQB, and MOON ATS are each SEC regulated ATS, operated by OTC Link LLC, a FINRA and SEC registered broker-dealer, member SIPC. To learn more about how we create better informed and more efficient markets, visit
    www.otcmarkets.com.

    Subscribe to the OTC Markets RSS Feed

    Media Contact:
    OTC Markets Group Inc., +1 (212) 896-4428, media@otcmarkets.com

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  • MIL-OSI: First Federal Savings Bank and ICBA: 10 Tips for Safe Travel This Summer

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    EVANSVILLE, Ind., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Americans make their travel plans this summer, First Federal Savings Bank and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) are sharing planning tips for consumers to minimize unwanted surprises during travel to maximize their enjoyment as they venture away from home.

    “Planning for the unexpected is the key to lessen the financial impact and increase your peace of mind when traveling domestic or abroad. Important factors are trip delays, lost or damaged merchandise, and last-minute expenses,” said Courtney Schmitt, VP, Marketing Manager at First Federal Savings Bank. “Call on First Federal Savings Bank and our expert staff who can offer support if you encounter an unforeseen expense during your travels.”

    ICBA and First Federal Savings Bank urge consumers to consider these 10 tips before departing for their next trip:

    1. Inform your community bank of your travel plans to avoid account holds or transaction rejections when unusual transactions are presented for processing. Set up a travel notice within the My Cards section of our banking app.*
    2. Ensure you have a chip-enabled card or contactless card, particularly if your travel plans take you overseas where chip technology may be a prerequisite for card acceptance.
    3. Carry multiple cards as a backup. Families or couples may get even greater backup coverage if each person takes a different card.
    4. Create transaction alerts for credit and debit cards. If you suspect your information has been compromised, contact your bank and credit card provider immediately. For information about what to do in the event of a lost or stolen card, visit the Visa and Mastercard websites.
    5. Inquire about special card features like travel accident insurance and traveler’s assistance.
    6. Choose an ATM or bank for currency purchases for fewer fees and an exact conversion rate.
    7. Check card readers for signs of tampering. When in doubt, choose another terminal.
    8. Lock away valuables such as passports, backup credit cards, financial information, and cash.
    9. Use social media with care. Posting your pictures or whereabouts during travel could leave you susceptible to home invaders.
    10. Monitor charge activity. Review purchases and ATM withdrawals with your bank and credit card companies when you return home and save your receipts. Be sure to set up alerts within the My Cards section of our banking app* to receive alerts in real time.

    *Data rates may apply

    About First Federal Savings Bank Member FDIC

    First Federal Savings Bank was established on Evansville, Indiana’s Westside in 1904. A community bank offering eight locations in Posey, Vanderburgh, Warrick, and Henderson County. First Federal Savings Bank is also proud to offer Home Building Savings Bank locations in Daviess and Pike County.

    About ICBA

    The Independent Community Bankers of America® has one mission: to create and promote an environment where community banks flourish. We power the potential of the nation’s community banks through effective advocacy, education, and innovation.

    As local and trusted sources of credit, America’s community banks leverage their relationship-based business model and innovative offerings to channel deposits into the neighborhoods they serve, creating jobs, fostering economic prosperity, and fueling their customers’ financial goals and dreams. For more information, visit ICBA’s website at icba.org.

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  • MIL-OSI: First Federal Savings Bank and ICBA: 10 Tips for Safe Travel This Summer

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    EVANSVILLE, Ind., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Americans make their travel plans this summer, First Federal Savings Bank and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) are sharing planning tips for consumers to minimize unwanted surprises during travel to maximize their enjoyment as they venture away from home.

    “Planning for the unexpected is the key to lessen the financial impact and increase your peace of mind when traveling domestic or abroad. Important factors are trip delays, lost or damaged merchandise, and last-minute expenses,” said Courtney Schmitt, VP, Marketing Manager at First Federal Savings Bank. “Call on First Federal Savings Bank and our expert staff who can offer support if you encounter an unforeseen expense during your travels.”

    ICBA and First Federal Savings Bank urge consumers to consider these 10 tips before departing for their next trip:

    1. Inform your community bank of your travel plans to avoid account holds or transaction rejections when unusual transactions are presented for processing. Set up a travel notice within the My Cards section of our banking app.*
    2. Ensure you have a chip-enabled card or contactless card, particularly if your travel plans take you overseas where chip technology may be a prerequisite for card acceptance.
    3. Carry multiple cards as a backup. Families or couples may get even greater backup coverage if each person takes a different card.
    4. Create transaction alerts for credit and debit cards. If you suspect your information has been compromised, contact your bank and credit card provider immediately. For information about what to do in the event of a lost or stolen card, visit the Visa and Mastercard websites.
    5. Inquire about special card features like travel accident insurance and traveler’s assistance.
    6. Choose an ATM or bank for currency purchases for fewer fees and an exact conversion rate.
    7. Check card readers for signs of tampering. When in doubt, choose another terminal.
    8. Lock away valuables such as passports, backup credit cards, financial information, and cash.
    9. Use social media with care. Posting your pictures or whereabouts during travel could leave you susceptible to home invaders.
    10. Monitor charge activity. Review purchases and ATM withdrawals with your bank and credit card companies when you return home and save your receipts. Be sure to set up alerts within the My Cards section of our banking app* to receive alerts in real time.

    *Data rates may apply

    About First Federal Savings Bank Member FDIC

    First Federal Savings Bank was established on Evansville, Indiana’s Westside in 1904. A community bank offering eight locations in Posey, Vanderburgh, Warrick, and Henderson County. First Federal Savings Bank is also proud to offer Home Building Savings Bank locations in Daviess and Pike County.

    About ICBA

    The Independent Community Bankers of America® has one mission: to create and promote an environment where community banks flourish. We power the potential of the nation’s community banks through effective advocacy, education, and innovation.

    As local and trusted sources of credit, America’s community banks leverage their relationship-based business model and innovative offerings to channel deposits into the neighborhoods they serve, creating jobs, fostering economic prosperity, and fueling their customers’ financial goals and dreams. For more information, visit ICBA’s website at icba.org.

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  • MIL-OSI: New Smarter Loans Website Sets the Stage for the Future of Lending in Canada

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Smarter Loans, Canada’s leading loan comparison platform, is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, offering Canadians a faster, more intuitive way to find personal and commercial loans.

    With a modernized user interface, new powerful tools and improved site navigation, the new Smarter.Loans helps users effortlessly compare top lenders, loan products, and rates – all in one place. Whether browsing from a desktop or mobile device, Canadians can enjoy a more seamless experience built to simplify financial decision-making.

    Key improvements include:

    • Enhanced UX and Mobile Design – A fully responsive interface built for easy use on any device
    • Streamlined Loan Search – Updated functionality allows users to explore and compare lenders faster and more efficiently
    • Simplified Navigation – Find the right loan type and provider in just a few clicks with smarter filtering tools
    • Expanded Content Library – New and updated articles, resources, and videos to help Canadians make informed financial decisions
    • Technical Upgrades for Long-Term Growth – The platform has been rebuilt using modern technologies to improve speed, reliability, and scalability, setting the foundation for ongoing innovation

    “This new platform reflects what Smarter Loans is all about – helping Canadians find the right loan fast, easy and with confidence,” said Vlad Sherbatov, Co-Founder of Smarter Loans. “This redesign is just the beginning. We have even more exciting technology upgrades and features on the way.”

    Smarter Loans is trusted by thousands of Canadians each month and features verified lenders across personal loans, business financing, mortgages, auto loans, and more.

    Explore the new experience at https://smarter.loans.

    Media Contact:

    Public Relations
    info@smarter.loans

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  • MIL-OSI: Vixor Announces $2M Seed Round to Redefine Market-Making with Free, Automated Liquidity Management

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    VICTORIA, Seychelles, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vixor has officially launched its $2 million Seed Round, raising capital to fuel the growth of its free, fully automated market-making platform. With this raise, Vixor aims to help crypto projects of all sizes take full control of their liquidity strategies without the high costs, opacity, and inefficiency that have long plagued traditional market-making services.

    Vixor is tackling one of the most persistent challenges in crypto — the inability of smaller teams to build and sustain liquid, transparent, and healthy token markets. By offering an AI-powered, automated, and completely free platform, Vixor removes the need for expensive retainers and middlemen while giving projects the tools to thrive on their own terms.

    At the center of the platform is VXR, Vixor’s utility token, which unlocks access and drives ecosystem growth. Seed Round investors can acquire VXR at just $0.10 per token, an 80% discount compared to the planned token generation event price of $0.50. This marks the beginning of Vixor’s larger $10 million fundraising strategy and offers early supporters the most advantageous entry point.

    The capital raised will accelerate product development, expand Vixor into new markets, and strengthen the VXR token economy. Around 35% of proceeds are earmarked for product and infrastructure, with another 25% devoted to marketing, community building, and user acquisition. Additional funds will cover exchange listings, liquidity provisioning, team expansion, and legal and compliance needs.

    Vixor has already made waves by replacing outdated and costly market-making models with a transparent, efficient, and accessible alternative. Projects using Vixor benefit from real-time analytics, arbitrage protection, buyback and cash-out strategies, and seamless execution across more than 100 exchanges, all from one intuitive dashboard and completely free.

    The Seed Round terms are designed to align with Vixor’s long-term vision of sustainable growth and adoption. Tokens are priced at $0.10 each, with a six-month cliff followed by 18 months of linear vesting. This structure rewards early believers while fostering platform stability over time.

    Investors in this round are backing more than just a product; they’re supporting a movement to make liquidity fair, open, and efficient for every crypto project, regardless of size.

    Vixor’s Seed Round is now live. To learn more and join the round, visit https://vixor.io.

    Be part of the future of market-making and help bring transparent, automated liquidity to the entire crypto ecosystem.

    Contact:
    Vixor LTD
    Baris Sonmez
    official@vixor.io

    Disclaimer: This content is provided by Vixor. The statements, views, and opinions expressed in this content are solely those of the content provider and do not necessarily reflect the views of this media platform or its publisher. We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information presented. We do not guarantee any claims, statements, or promises made in this article. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, investment, or trading advice. Investing in crypto and mining-related opportunities involves significant risks, including the potential loss of capital. It is possible to lose all your capital. These products may not be suitable for everyone, and you should ensure that you understand the risks involved. Seek independent advice if necessary. Speculate only with funds that you can afford to lose. Readers are strongly encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. However, due to the inherently speculative nature of the blockchain sector—including cryptocurrency, NFTs, and mining—complete accuracy cannot always be guaranteed. Neither the media platform nor the publisher shall be held responsible for any fraudulent activities, misrepresentations, or financial losses arising from the content of this press release. In the event of any legal claims or charges against this article, we accept no liability or responsibility. Globenewswire does not endorse any content on this page.

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

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/4ccdcdb0-4b58-4c7b-987a-69442876f240

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  • MIL-OSI: Vixor Announces $2M Seed Round to Redefine Market-Making with Free, Automated Liquidity Management

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    VICTORIA, Seychelles, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vixor has officially launched its $2 million Seed Round, raising capital to fuel the growth of its free, fully automated market-making platform. With this raise, Vixor aims to help crypto projects of all sizes take full control of their liquidity strategies without the high costs, opacity, and inefficiency that have long plagued traditional market-making services.

    Vixor is tackling one of the most persistent challenges in crypto — the inability of smaller teams to build and sustain liquid, transparent, and healthy token markets. By offering an AI-powered, automated, and completely free platform, Vixor removes the need for expensive retainers and middlemen while giving projects the tools to thrive on their own terms.

    At the center of the platform is VXR, Vixor’s utility token, which unlocks access and drives ecosystem growth. Seed Round investors can acquire VXR at just $0.10 per token, an 80% discount compared to the planned token generation event price of $0.50. This marks the beginning of Vixor’s larger $10 million fundraising strategy and offers early supporters the most advantageous entry point.

    The capital raised will accelerate product development, expand Vixor into new markets, and strengthen the VXR token economy. Around 35% of proceeds are earmarked for product and infrastructure, with another 25% devoted to marketing, community building, and user acquisition. Additional funds will cover exchange listings, liquidity provisioning, team expansion, and legal and compliance needs.

    Vixor has already made waves by replacing outdated and costly market-making models with a transparent, efficient, and accessible alternative. Projects using Vixor benefit from real-time analytics, arbitrage protection, buyback and cash-out strategies, and seamless execution across more than 100 exchanges, all from one intuitive dashboard and completely free.

    The Seed Round terms are designed to align with Vixor’s long-term vision of sustainable growth and adoption. Tokens are priced at $0.10 each, with a six-month cliff followed by 18 months of linear vesting. This structure rewards early believers while fostering platform stability over time.

    Investors in this round are backing more than just a product; they’re supporting a movement to make liquidity fair, open, and efficient for every crypto project, regardless of size.

    Vixor’s Seed Round is now live. To learn more and join the round, visit https://vixor.io.

    Be part of the future of market-making and help bring transparent, automated liquidity to the entire crypto ecosystem.

    Contact:
    Vixor LTD
    Baris Sonmez
    official@vixor.io

    Disclaimer: This content is provided by Vixor. The statements, views, and opinions expressed in this content are solely those of the content provider and do not necessarily reflect the views of this media platform or its publisher. We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information presented. We do not guarantee any claims, statements, or promises made in this article. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, investment, or trading advice. Investing in crypto and mining-related opportunities involves significant risks, including the potential loss of capital. It is possible to lose all your capital. These products may not be suitable for everyone, and you should ensure that you understand the risks involved. Seek independent advice if necessary. Speculate only with funds that you can afford to lose. Readers are strongly encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. However, due to the inherently speculative nature of the blockchain sector—including cryptocurrency, NFTs, and mining—complete accuracy cannot always be guaranteed. Neither the media platform nor the publisher shall be held responsible for any fraudulent activities, misrepresentations, or financial losses arising from the content of this press release. In the event of any legal claims or charges against this article, we accept no liability or responsibility. Globenewswire does not endorse any content on this page.

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

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/4ccdcdb0-4b58-4c7b-987a-69442876f240

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Code highlighting with Cursor AI for $500,000

    Source: Securelist – Kaspersky

    Headline: Code highlighting with Cursor AI for $500,000

    Attacks that leverage malicious open-source packages are becoming a major and growing threat. This type of attacks currently seems commonplace, with reports of infected packages in repositories like PyPI or npm appearing almost daily. It would seem that increased scrutiny from researchers on these repositories should have long ago minimized the profits for cybercriminals trying to make a fortune from malicious packages. However, our investigation into a recent cyberincident once again confirmed that open-source packages remain an attractive way for attackers to make easy money.

    Infected out of nowhere

    In June 2025, a blockchain developer from Russia reached out to us after falling victim to a cyberattack. He’d had around $500,000 in crypto assets stolen from him. Surprisingly, the victim’s operating system had been installed only a few days prior. Nothing but essential and popular apps had been downloaded to the machine. The developer was well aware of the cybersecurity risks associated with crypto transactions, so he was vigilant and carefully reviewed his every step while working online. Additionally, he used free online services for malware detection to protect his system, but no commercial antivirus software.

    The circumstances of the infection piqued our interest, and we decided to investigate the origins of the incident. After obtaining a disk image of the infected system, we began our analysis.

    Syntax highlighting with a catch

    As we examined the files on the disk, a file named extension.js caught our attention. We found it at %userprofile%.cursorextensionssolidityai.solidity-1.0.9-universalsrcextension.js. Below is a snippet of its content:

    A request sent by the extension to the server

    This screenshot clearly shows the code requesting and executing a PowerShell script from the web server angelic[.]su: a sure sign of malware.

    It turned out that extension.js was a component of the Solidity Language extension for the Cursor AI IDE, which is based on Visual Studio Code and designed for AI-assisted development. The extension is available in the Open VSX registry, used by Cursor AI, and was published about two months ago. At the time this research, the extension had been downloaded 54,000 times. The figure was likely inflated. According to the description, the extension offers numerous features to optimize work with Solidity smart contract code, specifically syntax highlighting:

    The extension’s description in the Open VSX registry

    We analyzed the code of every version of this extension and confirmed that it was a fake: neither syntax highlighting nor any of the other claimed features were implemented in any version. The extension has nothing to do with smart contracts. All it does is download and execute malicious code from the aforementioned web server. Furthermore, we discovered that the description of the malicious plugin was copied by the attackers from the page of a legitimate extension, which had 61,000 downloads.

    How the extension got on the computer

    So, we found that the malicious extension had 54,000 downloads, while the legitimate one had 61,000. But how did the attackers manage to lull the developer’s vigilance? Why would he download a malicious extension with fewer downloads than the original?

    We found out that while trying to install a Solidity code syntax highlighter, the developer searched the extension registry for solidity. This query returned the following:

    Search results for “solidity”: the malicious (red) and legitimate (green) extensions

    In the search results, the malicious extension appeared fourth, while the legitimate one was only in eighth place. Thus, while reviewing the search results, the developer clicked the first extension in the list with a significant number of downloads – which unfortunately proved to be the malicious one.

    The ranking algorithm trap

    How did the malicious extension appear higher in search results than the legitimate one, especially considering it had fewer downloads? It turns out the Open VSX registry ranks search results by relevance, which considers multiple factors, such as the extension rating, how recently it was published or updated, the total number of downloads, and whether the extension is verified. Consequently, the ranking is determined by a combination of factors: for example, an extension with a low number of downloads can still appear near the top of search results if that metric is offset by its recency. This is exactly what happened with the malicious plugin: the fake extension’s last update date was June 15, 2025, while the legitimate one was last updated on May 30, 2025. Thus, due to the overall mix of factors, the malicious extension’s relevance surpassed that of the original, which allowed the attackers to promote the fake extension in the search results.

    The developer, who fell into the ranking algorithm trap, didn’t get the functionality he wanted: the extension didn’t do any syntax highlighting in Solidity. The victim mistook this for a bug, which he decided to investigate later, and continued his work. Meanwhile, the extension quietly installed malware on his computer.

    From PowerShell scripts to remote control

    As mentioned above, when the malicious plugin was activated, it downloaded a PowerShell script from https://angelic[.]su/files/1.txt.

    The PowerShell script contents

    The script checks if the ScreenConnect remote management software is installed on the computer. If not, it downloads a second malicious PowerShell script from: https://angelic[.]su/files/2.txt. This new script then downloads the ScreenConnect installer to the infected computer from https://lmfao[.]su/Bin/ScreenConnect.ClientSetup.msi?e=Access&y=Guest and runs it. From that point on, the attackers can control the infected computer via the newly installed software, which is configured to communicate with the C2 server relay.lmfao[.]su.

    Data theft

    Further analysis revealed that the attackers used ScreenConnect to upload three VBScripts to the compromised machine:

    • a.vbs
    • b.vbs
    • m.vbs

    Each of these downloaded a PowerShell script from the text-sharing service paste.ee. The download URL was obfuscated, as shown in the image below:

    The obfuscated URL for downloading the PowerShell script

    The downloaded PowerShell script then retrieved an image from archive[.]org. A loader known as VMDetector was then extracted from this image. VMDetector attacks were previously observed in phishing campaigns that targeted entities in Latin America. The loader downloaded and ran the final payload from paste.ee.

    Our analysis of the VBScripts determined that the following payloads were downloaded to the infected computer:

    • Quasar open-source backdoor (via a.vbs and b.vbs),
    • Stealer that collected data from browsers, email clients, and crypto wallets (via m.vbs). Kaspersky products detect this malware as HEUR:Trojan-PSW.MSIL.PureLogs.gen.

    Both implants communicated with the C2 server 144.172.112[.]84, which resolved to relay.lmfao[.]su at the time of our analysis. With these tools, the attackers successfully obtained passphrases for the developer’s wallets and then syphoned off cryptocurrency.

    New malicious package

    The malicious plugin didn’t last long in the extension store and was taken down on July 2, 2025. By that time, it had already been detected not only by us as we investigated the incident but also by other researchers. However, the attackers continued their campaign: just one day after the removal, they published another malicious package named “solidity”, this time exactly replicating the name of the original legitimate extension. The functionality of the fake remained unchanged: the plugin downloaded a malicious PowerShell script onto the victim’s device. However, the attackers sought to inflate the number of downloads dramatically. The new extension was supposedly downloaded around two million times. The following results appeared up until recently when users searched for solidity within the Cursor AI development environment (the plugin is currently removed thanks to our efforts).

    Updated search results for “solidity”

    The updated search results showed the legitimate and malicious extensions appearing side-by-side in the search rankings, occupying the seventh and eighth positions respectively. The developer names look identical at first glance, but the legitimate package was uploaded by juanblanco, while the malicious one was uploaded by juanbIanco. The font used by Cursor AI makes the lowercase letter l and uppercase I appear identical.

    Therefore, the search results displayed two seemingly identical extensions: the legitimate one with 61,000 downloads and the malicious one with two million downloads. Which one would the user choose to install? Making the right choice becomes a real challenge.

    Similar cyberattacks

    It’s worth noting that the Solidity extensions we uncovered are not the only malicious packages published by the attackers behind this operation. We used our open-source package monitoring tool to find a malicious npm package called “solsafe”. It uses the URL https://staketree[.]net/1.txt to download ScreenConnect. In this campaign, it’s also configured to use relay.lmfao[.]su for communication with the attackers.

    We also discovered that April and May 2025 saw three malicious Visual Studio Code extensions published: solaibot, among-eth, and blankebesxstnion. The infection method used in these threats is strikingly similar to the one we described above. In fact, we found almost identical functionality in their malicious scripts.

    Scripts downloaded by the VS Code extension (left) vs. Solidity Language (right)

    In addition, all of the listed extensions perform the same malicious actions during execution, namely:

    • Download PowerShell scripts named 1.txt and 2.txt.
    • Use a VBScript with an obfuscated URL to download a payload from paste.ee.
    • Download an image with a payload from archive.org.

    This leads us to conclude that these infection schemes are currently being widely used to attack blockchain developers. We believe the attackers won’t stop with the Solidity extensions or the solsafe package that we found.

    Takeaways

    Malicious packages continue to pose a significant threat to the crypto industry. Many projects today rely on open-source tools downloaded from package repositories. Unfortunately, packages from these repositories are often a source of malware infections. Therefore, we recommend extreme caution when downloading any tools. Always verify that the package you’re downloading isn’t a fake. If a package doesn’t work as advertised after you install it, be suspicious and check the downloaded source code.

    In many cases, malware installed via fake open-source packages is well-known, and modern cybersecurity solutions can effectively block it. Even experienced developers must not neglect security solutions, as these can help prevent an attack in case a malicious package is installed.

    Indicators of compromise

    Hashes of malicious JS files
    2c471e265409763024cdc33579c84d88d5aaf9aea1911266b875d3b7604a0eeb
    404dd413f10ccfeea23bfb00b0e403532fa8651bfb456d84b6a16953355a800a
    70309bf3d2aed946bba51fc3eedb2daa3e8044b60151f0b5c1550831fbc6df17
    84d4a4c6d7e55e201b20327ca2068992180d9ec08a6827faa4ff3534b96c3d6f
    eb5b35057dedb235940b2c41da9e3ae0553969f1c89a16e3f66ba6f6005c6fa8
    f4721f32b8d6eb856364327c21ea3c703f1787cfb4c043f87435a8876d903b2c

    Network indicators
    https://angelic[.]su/files/1.txt
    https://angelic[.]su/files/2.txt
    https://staketree[.]net/1.txt
    https://staketree[.]net/2.txt
    https://relay.lmfao[.]su
    https://lmfao[.]su/Bin/ScreenConnect.ClientSetup.msi?e=Access&y=Guest
    144.172.112[.]84

    MIL OSI Economics

  • MIL-OSI Economics: Code highlighting with Cursor AI for $500,000

    Source: Securelist – Kaspersky

    Headline: Code highlighting with Cursor AI for $500,000

    Attacks that leverage malicious open-source packages are becoming a major and growing threat. This type of attacks currently seems commonplace, with reports of infected packages in repositories like PyPI or npm appearing almost daily. It would seem that increased scrutiny from researchers on these repositories should have long ago minimized the profits for cybercriminals trying to make a fortune from malicious packages. However, our investigation into a recent cyberincident once again confirmed that open-source packages remain an attractive way for attackers to make easy money.

    Infected out of nowhere

    In June 2025, a blockchain developer from Russia reached out to us after falling victim to a cyberattack. He’d had around $500,000 in crypto assets stolen from him. Surprisingly, the victim’s operating system had been installed only a few days prior. Nothing but essential and popular apps had been downloaded to the machine. The developer was well aware of the cybersecurity risks associated with crypto transactions, so he was vigilant and carefully reviewed his every step while working online. Additionally, he used free online services for malware detection to protect his system, but no commercial antivirus software.

    The circumstances of the infection piqued our interest, and we decided to investigate the origins of the incident. After obtaining a disk image of the infected system, we began our analysis.

    Syntax highlighting with a catch

    As we examined the files on the disk, a file named extension.js caught our attention. We found it at %userprofile%.cursorextensionssolidityai.solidity-1.0.9-universalsrcextension.js. Below is a snippet of its content:

    A request sent by the extension to the server

    This screenshot clearly shows the code requesting and executing a PowerShell script from the web server angelic[.]su: a sure sign of malware.

    It turned out that extension.js was a component of the Solidity Language extension for the Cursor AI IDE, which is based on Visual Studio Code and designed for AI-assisted development. The extension is available in the Open VSX registry, used by Cursor AI, and was published about two months ago. At the time this research, the extension had been downloaded 54,000 times. The figure was likely inflated. According to the description, the extension offers numerous features to optimize work with Solidity smart contract code, specifically syntax highlighting:

    The extension’s description in the Open VSX registry

    We analyzed the code of every version of this extension and confirmed that it was a fake: neither syntax highlighting nor any of the other claimed features were implemented in any version. The extension has nothing to do with smart contracts. All it does is download and execute malicious code from the aforementioned web server. Furthermore, we discovered that the description of the malicious plugin was copied by the attackers from the page of a legitimate extension, which had 61,000 downloads.

    How the extension got on the computer

    So, we found that the malicious extension had 54,000 downloads, while the legitimate one had 61,000. But how did the attackers manage to lull the developer’s vigilance? Why would he download a malicious extension with fewer downloads than the original?

    We found out that while trying to install a Solidity code syntax highlighter, the developer searched the extension registry for solidity. This query returned the following:

    Search results for “solidity”: the malicious (red) and legitimate (green) extensions

    In the search results, the malicious extension appeared fourth, while the legitimate one was only in eighth place. Thus, while reviewing the search results, the developer clicked the first extension in the list with a significant number of downloads – which unfortunately proved to be the malicious one.

    The ranking algorithm trap

    How did the malicious extension appear higher in search results than the legitimate one, especially considering it had fewer downloads? It turns out the Open VSX registry ranks search results by relevance, which considers multiple factors, such as the extension rating, how recently it was published or updated, the total number of downloads, and whether the extension is verified. Consequently, the ranking is determined by a combination of factors: for example, an extension with a low number of downloads can still appear near the top of search results if that metric is offset by its recency. This is exactly what happened with the malicious plugin: the fake extension’s last update date was June 15, 2025, while the legitimate one was last updated on May 30, 2025. Thus, due to the overall mix of factors, the malicious extension’s relevance surpassed that of the original, which allowed the attackers to promote the fake extension in the search results.

    The developer, who fell into the ranking algorithm trap, didn’t get the functionality he wanted: the extension didn’t do any syntax highlighting in Solidity. The victim mistook this for a bug, which he decided to investigate later, and continued his work. Meanwhile, the extension quietly installed malware on his computer.

    From PowerShell scripts to remote control

    As mentioned above, when the malicious plugin was activated, it downloaded a PowerShell script from https://angelic[.]su/files/1.txt.

    The PowerShell script contents

    The script checks if the ScreenConnect remote management software is installed on the computer. If not, it downloads a second malicious PowerShell script from: https://angelic[.]su/files/2.txt. This new script then downloads the ScreenConnect installer to the infected computer from https://lmfao[.]su/Bin/ScreenConnect.ClientSetup.msi?e=Access&y=Guest and runs it. From that point on, the attackers can control the infected computer via the newly installed software, which is configured to communicate with the C2 server relay.lmfao[.]su.

    Data theft

    Further analysis revealed that the attackers used ScreenConnect to upload three VBScripts to the compromised machine:

    • a.vbs
    • b.vbs
    • m.vbs

    Each of these downloaded a PowerShell script from the text-sharing service paste.ee. The download URL was obfuscated, as shown in the image below:

    The obfuscated URL for downloading the PowerShell script

    The downloaded PowerShell script then retrieved an image from archive[.]org. A loader known as VMDetector was then extracted from this image. VMDetector attacks were previously observed in phishing campaigns that targeted entities in Latin America. The loader downloaded and ran the final payload from paste.ee.

    Our analysis of the VBScripts determined that the following payloads were downloaded to the infected computer:

    • Quasar open-source backdoor (via a.vbs and b.vbs),
    • Stealer that collected data from browsers, email clients, and crypto wallets (via m.vbs). Kaspersky products detect this malware as HEUR:Trojan-PSW.MSIL.PureLogs.gen.

    Both implants communicated with the C2 server 144.172.112[.]84, which resolved to relay.lmfao[.]su at the time of our analysis. With these tools, the attackers successfully obtained passphrases for the developer’s wallets and then syphoned off cryptocurrency.

    New malicious package

    The malicious plugin didn’t last long in the extension store and was taken down on July 2, 2025. By that time, it had already been detected not only by us as we investigated the incident but also by other researchers. However, the attackers continued their campaign: just one day after the removal, they published another malicious package named “solidity”, this time exactly replicating the name of the original legitimate extension. The functionality of the fake remained unchanged: the plugin downloaded a malicious PowerShell script onto the victim’s device. However, the attackers sought to inflate the number of downloads dramatically. The new extension was supposedly downloaded around two million times. The following results appeared up until recently when users searched for solidity within the Cursor AI development environment (the plugin is currently removed thanks to our efforts).

    Updated search results for “solidity”

    The updated search results showed the legitimate and malicious extensions appearing side-by-side in the search rankings, occupying the seventh and eighth positions respectively. The developer names look identical at first glance, but the legitimate package was uploaded by juanblanco, while the malicious one was uploaded by juanbIanco. The font used by Cursor AI makes the lowercase letter l and uppercase I appear identical.

    Therefore, the search results displayed two seemingly identical extensions: the legitimate one with 61,000 downloads and the malicious one with two million downloads. Which one would the user choose to install? Making the right choice becomes a real challenge.

    Similar cyberattacks

    It’s worth noting that the Solidity extensions we uncovered are not the only malicious packages published by the attackers behind this operation. We used our open-source package monitoring tool to find a malicious npm package called “solsafe”. It uses the URL https://staketree[.]net/1.txt to download ScreenConnect. In this campaign, it’s also configured to use relay.lmfao[.]su for communication with the attackers.

    We also discovered that April and May 2025 saw three malicious Visual Studio Code extensions published: solaibot, among-eth, and blankebesxstnion. The infection method used in these threats is strikingly similar to the one we described above. In fact, we found almost identical functionality in their malicious scripts.

    Scripts downloaded by the VS Code extension (left) vs. Solidity Language (right)

    In addition, all of the listed extensions perform the same malicious actions during execution, namely:

    • Download PowerShell scripts named 1.txt and 2.txt.
    • Use a VBScript with an obfuscated URL to download a payload from paste.ee.
    • Download an image with a payload from archive.org.

    This leads us to conclude that these infection schemes are currently being widely used to attack blockchain developers. We believe the attackers won’t stop with the Solidity extensions or the solsafe package that we found.

    Takeaways

    Malicious packages continue to pose a significant threat to the crypto industry. Many projects today rely on open-source tools downloaded from package repositories. Unfortunately, packages from these repositories are often a source of malware infections. Therefore, we recommend extreme caution when downloading any tools. Always verify that the package you’re downloading isn’t a fake. If a package doesn’t work as advertised after you install it, be suspicious and check the downloaded source code.

    In many cases, malware installed via fake open-source packages is well-known, and modern cybersecurity solutions can effectively block it. Even experienced developers must not neglect security solutions, as these can help prevent an attack in case a malicious package is installed.

    Indicators of compromise

    Hashes of malicious JS files
    2c471e265409763024cdc33579c84d88d5aaf9aea1911266b875d3b7604a0eeb
    404dd413f10ccfeea23bfb00b0e403532fa8651bfb456d84b6a16953355a800a
    70309bf3d2aed946bba51fc3eedb2daa3e8044b60151f0b5c1550831fbc6df17
    84d4a4c6d7e55e201b20327ca2068992180d9ec08a6827faa4ff3534b96c3d6f
    eb5b35057dedb235940b2c41da9e3ae0553969f1c89a16e3f66ba6f6005c6fa8
    f4721f32b8d6eb856364327c21ea3c703f1787cfb4c043f87435a8876d903b2c

    Network indicators
    https://angelic[.]su/files/1.txt
    https://angelic[.]su/files/2.txt
    https://staketree[.]net/1.txt
    https://staketree[.]net/2.txt
    https://relay.lmfao[.]su
    https://lmfao[.]su/Bin/ScreenConnect.ClientSetup.msi?e=Access&y=Guest
    144.172.112[.]84

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Code highlighting with Cursor AI for $500,000

    Source: Securelist – Kaspersky

    Headline: Code highlighting with Cursor AI for $500,000

    Attacks that leverage malicious open-source packages are becoming a major and growing threat. This type of attacks currently seems commonplace, with reports of infected packages in repositories like PyPI or npm appearing almost daily. It would seem that increased scrutiny from researchers on these repositories should have long ago minimized the profits for cybercriminals trying to make a fortune from malicious packages. However, our investigation into a recent cyberincident once again confirmed that open-source packages remain an attractive way for attackers to make easy money.

    Infected out of nowhere

    In June 2025, a blockchain developer from Russia reached out to us after falling victim to a cyberattack. He’d had around $500,000 in crypto assets stolen from him. Surprisingly, the victim’s operating system had been installed only a few days prior. Nothing but essential and popular apps had been downloaded to the machine. The developer was well aware of the cybersecurity risks associated with crypto transactions, so he was vigilant and carefully reviewed his every step while working online. Additionally, he used free online services for malware detection to protect his system, but no commercial antivirus software.

    The circumstances of the infection piqued our interest, and we decided to investigate the origins of the incident. After obtaining a disk image of the infected system, we began our analysis.

    Syntax highlighting with a catch

    As we examined the files on the disk, a file named extension.js caught our attention. We found it at %userprofile%.cursorextensionssolidityai.solidity-1.0.9-universalsrcextension.js. Below is a snippet of its content:

    A request sent by the extension to the server

    This screenshot clearly shows the code requesting and executing a PowerShell script from the web server angelic[.]su: a sure sign of malware.

    It turned out that extension.js was a component of the Solidity Language extension for the Cursor AI IDE, which is based on Visual Studio Code and designed for AI-assisted development. The extension is available in the Open VSX registry, used by Cursor AI, and was published about two months ago. At the time this research, the extension had been downloaded 54,000 times. The figure was likely inflated. According to the description, the extension offers numerous features to optimize work with Solidity smart contract code, specifically syntax highlighting:

    The extension’s description in the Open VSX registry

    We analyzed the code of every version of this extension and confirmed that it was a fake: neither syntax highlighting nor any of the other claimed features were implemented in any version. The extension has nothing to do with smart contracts. All it does is download and execute malicious code from the aforementioned web server. Furthermore, we discovered that the description of the malicious plugin was copied by the attackers from the page of a legitimate extension, which had 61,000 downloads.

    How the extension got on the computer

    So, we found that the malicious extension had 54,000 downloads, while the legitimate one had 61,000. But how did the attackers manage to lull the developer’s vigilance? Why would he download a malicious extension with fewer downloads than the original?

    We found out that while trying to install a Solidity code syntax highlighter, the developer searched the extension registry for solidity. This query returned the following:

    Search results for “solidity”: the malicious (red) and legitimate (green) extensions

    In the search results, the malicious extension appeared fourth, while the legitimate one was only in eighth place. Thus, while reviewing the search results, the developer clicked the first extension in the list with a significant number of downloads – which unfortunately proved to be the malicious one.

    The ranking algorithm trap

    How did the malicious extension appear higher in search results than the legitimate one, especially considering it had fewer downloads? It turns out the Open VSX registry ranks search results by relevance, which considers multiple factors, such as the extension rating, how recently it was published or updated, the total number of downloads, and whether the extension is verified. Consequently, the ranking is determined by a combination of factors: for example, an extension with a low number of downloads can still appear near the top of search results if that metric is offset by its recency. This is exactly what happened with the malicious plugin: the fake extension’s last update date was June 15, 2025, while the legitimate one was last updated on May 30, 2025. Thus, due to the overall mix of factors, the malicious extension’s relevance surpassed that of the original, which allowed the attackers to promote the fake extension in the search results.

    The developer, who fell into the ranking algorithm trap, didn’t get the functionality he wanted: the extension didn’t do any syntax highlighting in Solidity. The victim mistook this for a bug, which he decided to investigate later, and continued his work. Meanwhile, the extension quietly installed malware on his computer.

    From PowerShell scripts to remote control

    As mentioned above, when the malicious plugin was activated, it downloaded a PowerShell script from https://angelic[.]su/files/1.txt.

    The PowerShell script contents

    The script checks if the ScreenConnect remote management software is installed on the computer. If not, it downloads a second malicious PowerShell script from: https://angelic[.]su/files/2.txt. This new script then downloads the ScreenConnect installer to the infected computer from https://lmfao[.]su/Bin/ScreenConnect.ClientSetup.msi?e=Access&y=Guest and runs it. From that point on, the attackers can control the infected computer via the newly installed software, which is configured to communicate with the C2 server relay.lmfao[.]su.

    Data theft

    Further analysis revealed that the attackers used ScreenConnect to upload three VBScripts to the compromised machine:

    • a.vbs
    • b.vbs
    • m.vbs

    Each of these downloaded a PowerShell script from the text-sharing service paste.ee. The download URL was obfuscated, as shown in the image below:

    The obfuscated URL for downloading the PowerShell script

    The downloaded PowerShell script then retrieved an image from archive[.]org. A loader known as VMDetector was then extracted from this image. VMDetector attacks were previously observed in phishing campaigns that targeted entities in Latin America. The loader downloaded and ran the final payload from paste.ee.

    Our analysis of the VBScripts determined that the following payloads were downloaded to the infected computer:

    • Quasar open-source backdoor (via a.vbs and b.vbs),
    • Stealer that collected data from browsers, email clients, and crypto wallets (via m.vbs). Kaspersky products detect this malware as HEUR:Trojan-PSW.MSIL.PureLogs.gen.

    Both implants communicated with the C2 server 144.172.112[.]84, which resolved to relay.lmfao[.]su at the time of our analysis. With these tools, the attackers successfully obtained passphrases for the developer’s wallets and then syphoned off cryptocurrency.

    New malicious package

    The malicious plugin didn’t last long in the extension store and was taken down on July 2, 2025. By that time, it had already been detected not only by us as we investigated the incident but also by other researchers. However, the attackers continued their campaign: just one day after the removal, they published another malicious package named “solidity”, this time exactly replicating the name of the original legitimate extension. The functionality of the fake remained unchanged: the plugin downloaded a malicious PowerShell script onto the victim’s device. However, the attackers sought to inflate the number of downloads dramatically. The new extension was supposedly downloaded around two million times. The following results appeared up until recently when users searched for solidity within the Cursor AI development environment (the plugin is currently removed thanks to our efforts).

    Updated search results for “solidity”

    The updated search results showed the legitimate and malicious extensions appearing side-by-side in the search rankings, occupying the seventh and eighth positions respectively. The developer names look identical at first glance, but the legitimate package was uploaded by juanblanco, while the malicious one was uploaded by juanbIanco. The font used by Cursor AI makes the lowercase letter l and uppercase I appear identical.

    Therefore, the search results displayed two seemingly identical extensions: the legitimate one with 61,000 downloads and the malicious one with two million downloads. Which one would the user choose to install? Making the right choice becomes a real challenge.

    Similar cyberattacks

    It’s worth noting that the Solidity extensions we uncovered are not the only malicious packages published by the attackers behind this operation. We used our open-source package monitoring tool to find a malicious npm package called “solsafe”. It uses the URL https://staketree[.]net/1.txt to download ScreenConnect. In this campaign, it’s also configured to use relay.lmfao[.]su for communication with the attackers.

    We also discovered that April and May 2025 saw three malicious Visual Studio Code extensions published: solaibot, among-eth, and blankebesxstnion. The infection method used in these threats is strikingly similar to the one we described above. In fact, we found almost identical functionality in their malicious scripts.

    Scripts downloaded by the VS Code extension (left) vs. Solidity Language (right)

    In addition, all of the listed extensions perform the same malicious actions during execution, namely:

    • Download PowerShell scripts named 1.txt and 2.txt.
    • Use a VBScript with an obfuscated URL to download a payload from paste.ee.
    • Download an image with a payload from archive.org.

    This leads us to conclude that these infection schemes are currently being widely used to attack blockchain developers. We believe the attackers won’t stop with the Solidity extensions or the solsafe package that we found.

    Takeaways

    Malicious packages continue to pose a significant threat to the crypto industry. Many projects today rely on open-source tools downloaded from package repositories. Unfortunately, packages from these repositories are often a source of malware infections. Therefore, we recommend extreme caution when downloading any tools. Always verify that the package you’re downloading isn’t a fake. If a package doesn’t work as advertised after you install it, be suspicious and check the downloaded source code.

    In many cases, malware installed via fake open-source packages is well-known, and modern cybersecurity solutions can effectively block it. Even experienced developers must not neglect security solutions, as these can help prevent an attack in case a malicious package is installed.

    Indicators of compromise

    Hashes of malicious JS files
    2c471e265409763024cdc33579c84d88d5aaf9aea1911266b875d3b7604a0eeb
    404dd413f10ccfeea23bfb00b0e403532fa8651bfb456d84b6a16953355a800a
    70309bf3d2aed946bba51fc3eedb2daa3e8044b60151f0b5c1550831fbc6df17
    84d4a4c6d7e55e201b20327ca2068992180d9ec08a6827faa4ff3534b96c3d6f
    eb5b35057dedb235940b2c41da9e3ae0553969f1c89a16e3f66ba6f6005c6fa8
    f4721f32b8d6eb856364327c21ea3c703f1787cfb4c043f87435a8876d903b2c

    Network indicators
    https://angelic[.]su/files/1.txt
    https://angelic[.]su/files/2.txt
    https://staketree[.]net/1.txt
    https://staketree[.]net/2.txt
    https://relay.lmfao[.]su
    https://lmfao[.]su/Bin/ScreenConnect.ClientSetup.msi?e=Access&y=Guest
    144.172.112[.]84

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: British investment boost in Ukraine to benefit both countries

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    Press release

    British investment boost in Ukraine to benefit both countries

    British investment boost in Ukraine to support security and prosperity of both countries

    • New UK package of support for Ukraine’s immediate and longer-term needs at Ukraine Recovery Conference.
    • UK and Ukraine conclude historic deal for Thales Air Defence missiles, boosting British growth and jobs and keeping Ukraine in the fight.
    • UK also confirms up to £283 million in bilaterial assistance for Ukraine over the next year.

    Two hundred British jobs will be created and another 700 safeguarded in a major defence deal between the UK and Ukraine to be signed at this year’s Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC). 

    The jobs at Thales in Belfast come as the UK and Ukraine successfully conclude the largest export credit agency-backed deal in Ukraine.  

    Supported by a £2.5 billion guarantee with a 19-year financing agreement, the funds can now be released. This enables the delivery of more than 5000 Air Defence missiles from British business Thales – in what is not only a major boost to the UK’s defence capabilities but will also keep Ukraine in the fight, boosting their defence against Russia’s illegal full-scale invasion.  

    Representing the Prime Minister at the conference, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Minister for Exports Gareth Thomas will formally sign the agreement with the Government of Ukraine, marking a key milestone in the UK-Ukraine defence cooperation.  

    The deal delivers on this Government’s Plan for Change, by spending more on defence and creating jobs we will keep the country safe and boost economic growth.  

    In a speech at the conference in Rome, the Deputy Prime Minister will also reaffirm the UK’s bilateral assistance to Ukraine for the financial year 2025-2026 of up to £283 million. This will keep the country in the fight and ensure Ukrainians living through Russia’s illegal full-scale invasion have access to vital support across humanitarian, energy, stabilisation, reform, recovery and reconstruction needs.  

    Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner said:

    As we continue to witness the enduring strength of the Ukrainian people, the UK stands by their side to provide the assistance their country needs to not only stay in the fight, but to rebuild and recover.

    This announcement underlines our continued support for Ukraine – boosting their air defences against devastating drone and missile attacks and supporting the critical work to reconstruct this nation and provide the hope that they need.

    This will also provide skilled jobs in the UK and is all part of our Plan for Change – bolstering the UK defence industry and strengthening our international ties.

    Minister for Services, Small Business and Exports Gareth Thomas said on the Thales deal: 

    This landmark agreement is a powerful example of how British expertise is supporting Ukraine’s defence and recovery while creating high-quality jobs at home. 

    By unlocking UKEF-backed finance, we’re enabling the delivery of vital equipment to Ukraine and strengthening our own defence industrial base. 

    It’s a clear demonstration of our Plan for Change in action—backing British business, boosting exports, and standing shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression.” 

    The UK will provide up to £10.5 million for the Governance Reform Programme and up to £1 million in support of Ukraine’s Green Transition Office in financial year 2025 to 2026 to help Ukraine reform for the future. £10.5 million will go towards efforts on rule of law, justice and anti-corruption while £1 million will fund work on green transition and energy, both supporting Ukraine on its path to becoming a prosperous, green and modern European nation.   

    During the conference, British International Investment (BII) will also confirm €30 million for MHP, a leading Ukrainian agribusiness. MHP employs over 30,000 people in Ukraine, with more than 40% being women. The loan will help them to safeguard jobs and boost resilience in the food and agriculture sectors during Russia’s full-scale invasion. MHP, Ukraine’s largest poultry and processed meat producer, exports to over 70 countries.  

    Underpinning much of these efforts, the UK will endorse the Government of Ukraine’s insurance agreement. This initiative seeks to make insurance more affordable and widely accessible for businesses, including those in the UK, helping to derisk their investments into Ukraine. 

    The UK is committed to supporting Ukraine win the war and the peace, emerging as a stronger, more prosperous and free nation, resilient to Russian threats. Our 100 Year Partnership, alongside the commitments made at URC, reaffirm the UK’s iron-clad support for Ukraine now and into the future.  

    In total, the UK has committed £18.3 billion for Ukraine with £13 billion in military support and £5.3 billion in non-military support.  

    Background:  
    • More information on the UK’s overall support to Ukraine can be found here
    • The £10.5 million and £1 million funding commitments sit within the £283 million for the financial year 2025-2026.  
    • The UK and Ukraine will sign the UKEF financing agreement on Thales, with representatives from both governments formalizing the deal’s conclusion at URC.  
    • The BII investment will be funded from capital the UK Government has already provided (£250 million) to support BII’s expansion into Ukraine.  
    • More information on MHP can be found here.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK Export Finance announces backing of major Taiwan offshore wind project

    Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

    Press release

    UK Export Finance announces backing of major Taiwan offshore wind project

    UK Export Finance provides support for British exporters supplying a new multi-million pound renewable energy development.

    Greater Changhua 2 is a 632 MW offshore wind farm comprised of both Greater Changhua 2a, which is operational, and Greater Changhua 2b, which is under construction

    • Export Credit Agency provides guarantee to develop one of Asia’s largest offshore wind sites

    • Backing of wind farm will unlock opportunities for British exporters, strengthening Britain’s position as a clean energy superpower

    UK Export Finance (UKEF) is guaranteeing financing for a major offshore wind farm project in Taiwan, creating export opportunities for British businesses.

    In support of the government’s Plan for Change and its mission to kickstart economic growth, UKEF – the UK government’s export credit agency – is providing a €146 million Buyer Credit Guarantee to assist the development of 632MW of renewable energy capacity off coast in the Taiwan Strait.

    The deal enables British exporters Cadeler, CRP Subsea, Ordtek, and Cathie to secure contracts to provide specialised services and critical components.

    It also supports jobs across the UK’s renewable energy supply chain, reinforcing Britain’s position as a global leader in the low-carbon transition – a key ambition set out in the government’s modern Industrial Strategy.

    Ørsted, the lead sponsor for this project, is a great example of a business transforming from one reliant on fossil fuels to one based on renewable energy.

    The new wind farm will result in reductions of carbon emissions estimated at 1,118,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent per year.

    The project is being financed in collaboration with export credit agencies from Denmark, Norway, South Korea, and Taiwan.

    Minister for Exports, Gareth Thomas, said:

    This shows how Government is boosting exports in our key growth sectors and supporting jobs across the country as part of our Plan for Change.

    This investment will enable British innovation in renewable technology to scale up Taiwan’s clean energy transition and follows our modern Industrial Strategy, which provides up to £13 billion of direct lending for UKEF to help businesses to export.

    Trond Westlie, Group CFO of Ørsted, said:

    We’ve received very strong support from both international and local banks and export credit agencies for the project financing of Greater Changhua 2. This shows that there is a healthy appetite for premium assets with robust contractual structures, and it’s a clear sign that we’re working diligently to deliver on our divestment and partnerships programme.

    Danielle Baron, Global Head of Energy & Real Assets, Credit Agricole CIB, said:

    As the ECA Coordinator and Documentation Bank for the multi-billion financing of the Greater Changhua 2 project, Crédit Agricole CIB reaffirms its strong commitment to the renewable energy sector. This landmark transaction highlights our dedication to supporting our clients and partners in delivering society’s clean energy needs. It underscores the strength of our collaboration with UKEF and the other European Export Credit Agencies, whose contribution have been key to the development of the offshore wind sector in the APAC region.

    This announcement helps to deliver UKEF’s goal to provide at least £10 billion of financing for sustainable and renewable projects by 2030, enabling the UK to build export opportunities in clean growth sectors while supporting global decarbonisation efforts.

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