Category: Economy

MIL-OSI Security: Dartmouth — March is Fraud Prevention Month: learn more about common scams
Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

This Fraud Prevention Month the Nova Scotia RCMP is reminding the public to always stay vigilant to help protect themselves against fraud, and sharing common scams to watch out for.

Fraud can happen to anyone at anytime. Scammers use sophisticated ways to target individuals from across Nova Scotia. The best way to fight these types of crimes is through awareness and using educated caution when dealing with fraudulent calls, texts, emails and messages.

The most common scams in Nova Scotia over the past year, include:
- Extortion: Scammers unlawfully obtain money, property or services through intimidation. This is also done through sextortion, a form of blackmail that involves threats to distribute intimate images or videos if money isn’t paid to the fraudster.
- Romance: Using fake profiles on social media and dating websites, scammers convince people to enter into a virtual relationship with the goal of having them send financial support. Often victims are asked to send compromising photos of themselves and are subsequently extorted for money.
- Investment: Scammers solicit investments into false or deceptive investment companies that promise higher-than-normal returns.
- Service: scammers offer services such as tech support, air duct cleaning, or new cellphone service plans, in attempt to steal personal information.
- Vacation: Scammers call pretending to be a well-known airline, cruise company or vacation travel retailer. They share that you have won a free trip and that you have to pay taxes or fee associated with the free trip.
- Spear phishing: Pretending to be from legitimate sources, and using what look to be legit email addresses, scammers try to get businesses or individuals to send them money.
- Job: These scams involve online ads and fake job interviews; victims are often directed to purchase and send gift cards using fraudulent cheques.
- Rental: Scammers will list a property that is not real or that they do not own. Next, they ask potential renters to pay deposits for the fake property.
- Bank investigator: Scammers call and ask for help catching fraudulent bank employees or offer help in resolving suspicious account transactions.
- Merchandise: Scammers create fake online ads online using resale sites, website pop-ups or fake company websites.
- Emergency: Fraudsters prey on people’s fear of a loved one being hurt or in trouble and in need of financial support. (Also known as the ‘grandparent scam’).
- Prize: Scammers contact people claiming they’ve won, or have a chance at winning, a prize or lottery; the winner is then asked to pay taxes or fees related to the fake winnings.
If you or someone you know is a victim of a scam, report it to your local police and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. Learn more, visit: https://antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm

MIL Security OSI –
March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI Global: Maps showing China’s growing influence in Africa distort reality – but some risks are real

Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Brendon J. Cannon, Associate Professor, Khalifa University

Global power dynamics in Africa are shifting, with China eclipsing the influence of the US and France. China has become Africa’s single largest trading partner.

In response, media and policymakers in traditionally dominant states are increasingly using maps drenched in red or stamped with Chinese flags to depict Beijing’s expanding footprint. One map reproduced by a US congressional committee, for instance, showed Beijing’s influence and reach across the continent in red stripes.

But these visuals oversimplify a complex reality. This is an issue I explore in a new study. For over a decade, I have researched the interactions of sub-Saharan Africa with other states like Turkey, Arab Gulf states, Japan and China.

In a recent paper I explored the use of maps that have been created of Africa showing China’s projects across the continent. I argue that, by overlaying Chinese flags on maps depicting Africa and its 54 states, media and policymakers turn economic ties into a visual representation of foreign encroachment.

This process is called securitisation – the framing of something as a threat, even if it’s not one.

This visual securitisation not only heightens fears of dependency but also primes certain audiences – in the US, Japan and France, for instance – to view China’s presence as a direct challenge to their interests.

Certain threats – like terrorist groups or nuclear weapons – are self-evident. China’s presence in many African states, however, is different: if it’s a threat, who is threatened and why? Do Chinese-built roads or railways – and the debt African states accrue for this infrastructure – constitute the threat?

My research shows that the answer to these questions is: it depends.

Portraying China’s presence in Africa with flags on maps can distort African states’ sovereignty and their power to make decisions based on national interests. This visual portrayal reduces these countries to arenas of global power competition. It fails to recognise them as strategic actors.

China tops imports to African states

On the other hand, my research shows that China’s role may not be entirely benign.

My study focuses mostly on east Africa, to include the Horn of Africa. Much of Beijing’s engagement here remains primarily economic (as it does in west, central and southern Africa). However, China’s growing control over critical infrastructure and digital networks, and its pursuit of military footholds near strategic maritime routes, present real security concerns.

Policymakers need to separate legitimate risks from exaggerated securitisation narratives. This would help them avoid the pitfalls of reactionary policies.

Negative consequences

Presenting China as a threat in Africa has three negative consequences.

First, it erodes the idea and reality of African sovereignty and agency. Maps portraying Africa as overrun by China suggest that governments and civil society are mere bystanders unable to negotiate their own foreign and domestic agendas.

The reality is that countries like Kenya actively engage with China to attract investments for development projects, and to balance their relations with other international actors like the US and Japan.

The result of securitisation is that American or Japanese policymakers, for instance, have begun to view Africa through the lens of their strategic competition with China. This is evident in Washington’s foreign policy rhetoric, for example. This increasingly frames African states not just as partners but also as strategic battlegrounds in the growing US-China rivalry. The risk is that African countries may start being treated as passive players.

Second, securitisation inflates the perception of China as a global security threat.

The repeated use of maps with Chinese flags covering ports, railways and industrial zones creates an exaggerated image of unchecked expansion. These maps fail to show the host of other external states operating on the continent.

The US, multiple European states, Japan, India, Russia, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and South Korea all have significant interests in Africa. While China is by far the largest, most prominent external actor, with the widest reach throughout Africa, it’s been singled out because of the perceived threats its presence in Africa may pose to the west.

Third, securitisation can lead to knee-jerk reactions to limit China’s presence rather than engage constructively with Beijing’s investments in Africa. These reactions can result in ill-advised attempts by China’s competitors to push projects that don’t correspond to the needs of African states. This partly explains Ethiopia’s strained relations with the west. Sanctions and aid cuts over the Tigray conflict fuelled a pivot toward China and Russia.

The security risks

Securitisation raises valid concerns, but my research also underscores genuine security risks related to China’s presence in Africa. These shouldn’t be overlooked.

China’s growing role and embeddedness in Africa’s digital ecosystem presents a double-edged sword, for instance. Huawei and other Chinese companies have contributed to Africa’s telecommunications and digital transformation. But these investments also increase Beijing’s potential influence over data security, cyber governance and information flows. These give China the option to exploit networks for surveillance, intelligence gathering or political coercion.

Chinese-funded, built or operated infrastructure, ports and military bases

China’s expanding control over dual-use infrastructure is another concern. Chinese-operated ports in Djibouti, for instance, can be used for commercial and military purposes. They potentially grant Beijing a strategic foothold in key maritime corridors, such as the Red Sea. China could restrict access to these ports in times of conflict. Or use them to extend its naval footprint, similar to what it’s done in the South China Sea.

It’s China’s pursuit of other military facilities beyond its bases in Djibouti that will have the most serious implications for African states’ sovereignty. This is part of a deliberate Chinese strategy to expand its global power projection and protect access to critical resources like oil and gas.

Agreements on military facilities may end up undermining and even challenging African agency of action. The addition of Chinese ships and soldiers alongside the growing presence of US, European, Indian, Japanese and other regional naval forces could escalate tensions. It also risks entangling African states in power rivalries that aren’t in their national interests.

China’s presence in Africa has been securitised through maps drenched in red and stamped with flags, framing its engagement as a looming threat rather than a complex geopolitical reality. However, the real challenge for African states is ensuring that China’s growing influence – especially in infrastructure, digital networks, and security – does not erode their sovereignty. Whether Beijing’s presence becomes an opportunity or a liability will depend on how effectively African governments assert their national interests in shaping these partnerships on their own terms.

Brendon J. Cannon 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. Maps showing China’s growing influence in Africa distort reality – but some risks are real – https://theconversation.com/maps-showing-chinas-growing-influence-in-africa-distort-reality-but-some-risks-are-real-249454

MIL OSI – Global Reports –

March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: Fintech Cadence and Visa join forces to support payment innovation in Canada

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

MONTREAL, Quebec, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fintech Cadence, Canada’s leading fintech incubator and Visa, a global leader in digital payments, have announced an exciting collaboration to fuel fintech innovation across Canada. Through curated programming, events and education, Visa will support the development of Canadian fintech companies building products and services for the payment and remittance sector.

In Canada, fintechs are transforming the payments ecosystem and are a vital driver of our economy. Globally, Visa works with more than 2,000 fintechs to solve the greatest challenges within payments and provide them with the expertise needed to navigate the complexities of digital commerce.

“We are excited about this new collaboration and the trust Visa have put in us,” said Layial El-Hadi, Executive Director at Fintech Cadence. “We have always been strong proponents of fostering collaboration and helping bridge the gap with founders who break the norm daily and provide innovative solutions for Canadian consumers and businesses. Thanks to this collaboration, we are continuing our mission of helping advance the financial system to serve Canadians for the better.”

Fintech Cadence has been a driving force of innovation within the Canadian fintech landscape for the past eight years. As the largest fintech incubator in the country, the organization has fostered a vibrant community. It focuses on raising awareness about the sector, supporting founders in their early stages and connecting fintechs with the financial industry to promote the sector’s growth.

“At Visa, we understand the journey of innovation all too well. Like many of these companies, we started with a vision to solve a consumer pain point and now, we are deeply committed to supporting the next generation of innovators,” said Chris Ferron, Vice President of Enablers, Merchants and Fintechs at Visa. “Our work with Fintech Cadence is a testament to this commitment and we are thrilled to collaborate to empower bold ideas and drive meaningful change in the payment space.”

As part of the overall collaboration, Visa is one of the Champion Sponsors of the 2025 Fintech Drinks Series with the first of 5 events kicking off in Montreal on March 26^th, 2025 at Espace CDPQ. Subsequent events will be held in Halifax (May ’25), Calgary (June ’25), Toronto (Sept ’25) and again in Montreal (Nov ’25). Additional information and registration for the events can be found on Fintech Cadence’s website (www.fintechcadence.com/fintech-drinks/) and via their LinkedIn page.

About Fintech Cadence

Fintech Cadence is a non-profit organization established in 2017 dedicated to the Canadian fintech community by providing multiple initiatives from coast to coast. Their mission is to advance the financial system for the better through a three-tier mandate of educating fintech talent, supporting early-stage startups, and fostering collaboration amongst Canada’s fintech ecosystem of financial institutions, VCs, incubators, accelerators and universities.

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/e9f7a86a-8830-46ee-98dc-cd660b7359b2

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: HTXMining: Revolutionizing Crypto Staking and Liquidity Mining for High Rewards and Asset Flexibility

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

NEW YORK, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HTXMining, one of the reliable Liquidity Staking Platform and Liquidity Mining Platform, is transforming the way investors engage with cryptocurrency staking and mining. Mentioning the fact that it desires to be the Well-regarded cryptocurrency staking platform out there, HTXMining provides a great environment of transparency and feasibility for those who wish to make the most of their digital asset earnings.

Image by HTXMining

With a proven track record and user-friendly interface, Htxmining is the go-to platform for both beginners and seasoned investors. HTXMining provides a smooth and easy way to stake popular cryptocurrencies, stake your digital assets, and boost your income whether you are new to crypto sphere or you are a seasoned investor. With a focus on cutting-edge mining infrastructure, sustainable energy solutions, and optimized staking plans, HTXMining ensures that users benefit from low fees, good rewards to earn passive income, and real-time monitoring tools.

HTXMining: The Future of Crypto Staking

HTXMining has put together a really advanced system for staking and mining liquidity, making it simple for investors. Unlike traditional mining, which requires expensive hardware and consumes vast amounts of energy, HTXMining provides a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative through its staking and liquidity services.

Key Features of HTXMining

1. Reliable Crypto Staking Returns: HTXMining boasts one of the crypto staking platforms on the market, where clients can stake their digital currency and earn rich dividends. With diverse staking options and an easy-to-use interface, HTXMining offers easy staking to investors of all types.

2. Liquidity Staking for Maximum Flexibility: Unlike regular staking, Liquidity Staking lets investors stake their assets and still keep them liquid. This way, users can keep trading or using their assets while also earning rewards. This feature enhances financial flexibility and ensures that assets remain accessible even while generating returns.

3. Liquidity Mining: Serve market liquidity for rewards. This liquidity mining platform allows users to serve as liquidity providers to decentralized exchanges and get rewarded for it. By supplying assets to liquidity pools, investors gain additional tokens, a share of transaction fees, and other incentives, all while contributing to the efficiency of DeFi ecosystems.

4. Low Transaction Fees & Enhanced Security: HTXMining proudly offers very low transaction fees, meaning users get to keep more of the rewards they’ve earned. Coupled with state-of-the-art security measures and the safety of funds and transactions, it offers a secure and seamless staking experience.

5. 24/7 Customer Support & Intuitive Interface: Understanding the dynamic needs of crypto investors, HTXMining provides round-the-clock customer support to assist users at every step. The design of the product is clear and convenient even for those users who have just registered, which allows them to have a beneficial time in staking and liquidity mining.

Multiple Income Streams

HTXMining offers several ways to earn:

1. Traditional Staking: Lock your cryptocurrencies for a set period and earn rewards with minimal risk for long term stability and returns.

2. Liquidity Staking: Stake your assets while keeping liquidity and benefit from both trading and staking rewards without sacrificing access to your funds.

3. Liquidity Mining: Increase your earnings by adding assets to liquidity pools and receive additional tokens and transaction fees.

4. Referral and Affiliate Programs: Earn commissions by bringing in new investors to the platform through HTXMining’s affiliate program.

Why HTXMining?

HTXMining’s approach is unique. We focus on transparency, security, and good returns. That’s why HTXMining is the platform of choice for those who want to grow their crypto assets efficiently. Our staking model and Liquidity Staking Platform ensure benefits to users with minimal risk.

HTXMining is continually striving to introduce new staking possibilities, AI-optimized functionality, and multi-chain staking functionality to make its clients more profitable. HTXMining remains a key player in crypto staking and liquidity mining solutions with a good vision to be among staking platforms.

Join HTXMining Today!

Whether you are an experienced crypto investor or just getting started, HTXMining provides a good opportunity to earn and grow your assets. Relaxed staking options for liquidity, and a high-grade security wall are the blend of aesthetics that would allure someone wanting to thrive on their cryptocurrency earnings.

About HTXMining: HTXMining is a reliable platform for liquidity staking and mining, providing safe ways to stake your assets and contribute to liquidity pools. By leveraging advanced blockchain technology, HTXMining empowers investors with better options to earn in the cryptocurrency market.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this press release is not a solicitation for investment, nor is it intended as investment advice, financial advice, or trading advice. Cryptocurrency mining and staking involve risk. There is potential for loss of funds. It is strongly recommended you practice due diligence, including consultation with a professional financial advisor, before investing in or trading cryptocurrency and securities.

Media Contact:

Paul Winterowd, HTXMining
+15757887086
info@htxmining.com
https://htxmining.com/

The MIL Network –

March 5, 2025

MIL-OSI: Evolution Petroleum Announces Acquisition of Non-Operated Oil and Natural Gas Assets in New Mexico, Texas, and Louisiana

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

Strategic Benefits of the Acquisition:

Adds approximately 440 net BOEPD of stable, low-decline production.
Enhances cash flow visibility with a balanced commodity mix.
Strengthens Evolution’s long-term dividend sustainability.
Offers low-risk development opportunities with potential for incremental production growth.
~2.8x estimated Adjusted EBITDA¹ for the next 12 months (NTM)², providing immediate accretion.
$9.0 million purchase price vs. ~$15 million of Proved Developed PV-10³.

HOUSTON, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Evolution Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EPM) (“Evolution” or the “Company”) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire non-operated oil and natural gas assets in New Mexico, Texas, and Louisiana (the “Acquisition”). The total purchase price for the Acquisition is $9.0 million, subject to customary closing adjustments. The Acquisition is expected to close by the end of Evolution’s third quarter of fiscal 2025 with an effective date of February 1, 2025. The Company intends to finance the Acquisition through a combination of cash on hand and borrowings under its existing credit facility.

Kelly Loyd, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented: “This Acquisition marks our 7^th such transaction in the last 6 years and is another step forward in strengthening our production base – aligns with our disciplined growth strategy by adding high-quality, low-decline production at an attractive valuation, estimated at ~2.8x NTM² Adjusted EBITDA¹ which doesn’t include any incremental cash flows for upside opportunities. These assets complement our existing portfolio and enhance our ability to generate stable free cash flow, which supports our long-standing commitment to returning capital to shareholders. We see additional upside through reactivations of existing waterfloods and through operational efficiencies, which will further enhance long-term value.”

The Acquisition expands Evolution’s diverse asset portfolio with approximately 440 barrels of oil equivalent per day (BOEPD) of net production, consisting of a balanced commodity mix of 60% oil and 40% natural gas. The acquired assets are primarily low-decline, Proved Developed Producing (PDP) properties, characterized by a sub-7% annual base decline, ensuring stable cash flows and long-term value creation. The transaction is immediately accretive to all key metrics, reinforcing Evolution’s ability to sustain and grow its shareholder returns. The portfolio consists of approximately 254 gross producing wells across all regions. The assets will be managed by a top-tier private operator, ensuring operational efficiency and the ability to maximize value.

“We remain committed to executing our strategy of acquiring high-quality, long-life assets that enhance our production base while maintaining financial discipline,” added Mr. Loyd. “This transaction further reinforces our strong balance sheet and ability to deliver consistent shareholder value through sustainable production and cash flow generation.”

Non-GAAP Disclosure

Certain financial information utilized by the Company are not measures of financial performance recognized by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”).

Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure used as a supplemental financial measure by management and external users of the Company’s financial statements, such as investors, commercial banks, and others, to assess our operating performance as compared to that of other companies in our industry. We use these measures to assess our ability to incur and service debt and fund capital expenditures. Adjusted EBITDA should not be considered in isolation from or as a substitute for net income, as an indication of operating performance or cash flows from operating activities or as a measure of liquidity. Adjusted EBITDA may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies. The Company defines “Adjusted EBITDA” as net income (loss) plus interest expense, income tax expense (benefit), depreciation, depletion, and accretion (DD&A), stock-based compensation, ceiling test impairment, and other impairments, unrealized loss (gain) on change in fair value of derivatives, and other non-recurring or non-cash expense (income) items. The Company cannot provide a reconciliation of NTM Adjusted EBITDA without unreasonable efforts because it is unable to predict with reasonable certainty the ultimate outcome of certain significant items required for reconciliation. These items are uncertain, depend on various factors and could have a material impact on GAAP reported results.

PV-10 is a non-GAAP financial measure that differs from a financial measure under GAAP known as “standardized measure of discounted future net cash flows” in that PV-10 is calculated without including future income taxes. The Company believes the presentation of PV-10 provides useful information because it is widely used by investors in evaluating oil and natural gas companies without regard to specific income tax characteristics of such entities. The Company also uses PV-10 when assessing the potential return on investment related to oil and natural gas properties and in evaluating acquisition opportunities. PV-10 is not intended to represent the current market value of the Company’s estimated proved reserves. PV-10 should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the standardized measure as defined under GAAP. The Company also presents PV-10 at strip pricing, which is PV-10 adjusted for price sensitivities. Since GAAP does not prescribe a comparable GAAP measure for PV-10 of reserves adjusted for pricing sensitivities, it is not practicable for the Company to reconcile PV-10 at strip pricing to a standardized measure or any other GAAP measure.

About Evolution Petroleum

Evolution Petroleum Corporation is an independent energy company focused on maximizing total shareholder returns through the ownership of and investment in onshore oil and natural gas properties in the U.S. The Company aims to build and maintain a diversified portfolio of long-life oil and natural gas properties through acquisitions, selective development opportunities, production enhancements, and other exploitation efforts. Properties include non-operated interests in the following areas: the SCOOP/STACK plays of the Anadarko Basin in Oklahoma; the Chaveroo Oilfield located in Chaves and Roosevelt Counties, New Mexico; the Jonah Field in Sublette County, Wyoming; the Williston Basin in North Dakota; the Barnett Shale located in North Texas; the Hamilton Dome Field located in Hot Springs County, Wyoming; the Delhi Holt-Bryant Unit in the Delhi Field in Northeast Louisiana; as well as small overriding royalty interests in four onshore Texas wells. Visit www.evolutionpetroleum.com for more information.

Cautionary Statement

All forward-looking statements contained in this press release regarding the Company’s current and future expectations, potential results, and plans and objectives involve a wide range of risks and uncertainties. Statements herein using words such as “believe,” “expect,” “may,” “plans,” “outlook,” “should,” “will,” and words of similar meaning are forward-looking statements. Although the Company’s expectations are based on business, engineering, geological, financial, and operating assumptions that it believes to be reasonable, many factors could cause actual results to differ materially from its expectations. The Company gives no assurance that its goals will be achieved. These factors and others are detailed under the heading “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in our periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement.

Contact
Investor Relations
(713) 935-0122
ir@evolutionpetroleum.com

1)			Adjusted EBITDA is Adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization and is a non-GAAP financial measure; see disclosures at the end of this release for more information.
2)			Based on current NYMEX strip prices as of 3/3/25; NTM represents 12-month period of 4/1/25-4/1/26.
3)			PV-10 is based on proved reserves determined by internal management estimates using current NYMEX strip prices as of 3/3/25 and is a non-GAAP financial measure; see disclosures at the end of this release for more information.

This press release was published by a CLEAR® Verified individual.

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March 5, 2025

MIL-OSI: Stamen Co., Ltd. (4019.T) Announces Meeting with Major Shareholder Wojciech Jakub Podobas
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

TOKYO, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stamen Co., Ltd. (4019.T), the developer and provider of the engagement platform TUNAG (https://biz.tunag.jp/), is pleased to announce that Wojciech Jakub Podobas founder of Podobas Global Investments, who recently became a major shareholder, visited the company’s Tokyo headquarters and held a discussion with CEO Taihei Onishi. The meeting covered the background of his investment in Stamen and his expectations for the company’s future. Below is an excerpt from their discussion.

Key Discussion Points with Voytek Podobas (Wojciech Podobas)
In response to a question from the CEO Taihei Onishi about what initially drew his attention to Stamen Co., Ltd. (4019.T), Voytek Podobas highlighted TUNAG, the company’s flagship product, as a key factor.

“I believe that TUNAG, which connects companies and employees while enhancing both their professional and personal lives, is highly beneficial for Japanese society,” said Podobas. “In Japan, where work plays a significant role in people’s lives, improving workplace satisfaction is a critical issue, and TUNAG directly addresses this need. Tools like TUNAG are essential for the future development of Japan’s workforce and career growth. Its positive societal impact, combined with its exceptional and sustainable revenue growth rate, positions Stamen as a strong investment opportunity.”

When asked about the quantitative criteria that guide his investment decisions, Voytek Podobas emphasized a combination of business performance and financial metrics.
“In addition to evaluating a company’s product value and societal impact, I focus on two key quantitative criteria,” he explained. “First is business performance, which includes MRR/ARR growth rate, churn rate, and Total Addressable Market (TAM). Second is financial performance, where I prioritize trends in free cash flow (FCF) margin, return on capital employed (ROCE), and return on invested capital (ROIC). For a high-growth company like Stamen, prioritizing MRR and revenue growth is essential, while improving margins naturally follows as the company scales.”

Voytek Podobas further outlined the key principles that influenced his decision to invest as Podobas Global Investments in Stamen, citing TUNAG’s strong MRR growth rate (over 40% YoY) and a consistently expanding customer base, which continues to reach new record highs each month.

“Beyond its solid growth, Stamen maintains positive free cash flow and a well-defined dividend policy, making it a firm with long-term dividend growth potential,” he noted. “The ability to generate revenue while delivering meaningful social impact further reinforces my confidence in the investment.”

Discussing expectations for Stamen’s future growth and profitability, Voytek Podobas stressed the importance of maintaining a clear strategic focus.

“The key to long-term success is staying focused on core products and brand identity. Many companies struggle when they expand too aggressively into unrelated product categories after initial success, leading to stagnant growth,” he said.”For Stamen, rather than diversifying into unrelated markets, the most effective strategy is to enhance TUNAG by introducing new features, solutions, and premium add-ons. Companies that take a multi-module approach to increasing Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) often achieve sustained long-term success.”

He concluded by expressing confidence in Stamen’s management team and its growth trajectory, emphasizing that the company is well-positioned to strengthen its market presence and deliver long-term value to investors.

Comment from Stamen CEO Taihei Onishi
“We are honored to welcome Wojciech Jakub Podobas as a major shareholder and appreciate his strong support for our business. His investment is a testament to the international recognition of our service, business vision, and growth potential. To meet these expectations, we will continue to strengthen our foundation while driving innovation across the entire Stamen Group to create new value.”

About TUNAG
TUNAG is a platform designed to enhance employee engagement by improving internal communication, sharing information, and fostering a strong corporate culture. It helps organizations increase productivity and reduce turnover rates.
Currently, over 1,000 companies and more than 1 million users utilize TUNAG to solve organizational challenges. Its extensive features support areas such as:
- Internal communication & company announcements
- CEO messages & corporate vision alignment
- Recognition programs & employee engagement initiatives
- One-on-one meetings & feedback systems
- Corporate training, manuals, and performance tracking
- HR analytics & organizational surveys
TUNAG continues to evolve, developing new features to enhance workplace satisfaction for employees across industries.

For more information, users can visit:

About Stamen Co., Ltd. (4019.T)
Founded in 2016, Stamen Co., Ltd. (4019.T) operates under the mission: “Delivering inspiration and spreading happiness to as many people as possible.” The company has steadily expanded its business, leading to its public listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in December 2020.

Stamen specializes in HR Tech solutions, with TUNAG as its flagship platform, alongside other services aimed at enhancing corporate engagement and workplace efficiency.

Company Name: Stamen Co., Ltd. (4019.T)
CEO: Taihei Onishi
Employees: 105 (as of September 2024)
Stock Code: 4019.T

Contact

Mr.
Caesar Tabota
office@podobas.global

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/6151a4dd-1247-4ade-9c63-63d6633252dc

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Depot Schedules Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Conference Call for Tuesday, March 18th at 10:00 am ET

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

ATLANTA, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitcoin Depot (“Bitcoin Depot” or the “Company”), a U.S.-based Bitcoin ATM operator and leading fintech company, will hold a conference call and live audio webcast on Tuesday, March 18^th at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time (7:00 a.m. Pacific time) to discuss its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024. Bitcoin Depot plans to release results before the market open on the same day.

Call Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. Eastern time (7:00 a.m. Pacific time)

Phone Instructions
U.S. and Canada (toll-free): 888-596-4144
U.S. (toll): 646-968-2525
Conference ID: 8224936

Webcast Instructions
Webcast link: https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/8kgtbeme

A replay of the call will be available beginning after 2:00 p.m. Eastern time through March 25, 2025.

U.S. & Canada (toll-free) replay number: 800-770-2030
U.S. toll number: 609-800-9909
Conference ID: 8224936

If you have any difficulty connecting with the conference call, please contact Bitcoin Depot’s investor relations team at 1-949-574-3860.

About Bitcoin Depot
Bitcoin Depot Inc. (Nasdaq: BTM) was founded in 2016 with the mission to connect those who prefer to use cash to the broader, digital financial system. Bitcoin Depot provides its users with simple, efficient and intuitive means of converting cash into Bitcoin, which users can deploy in the payments, spending and investing space. Users can convert cash to bitcoin at Bitcoin Depot kiosks in 48 states and at thousands of name-brand retail locations in 29 states through its BDCheckout product. The Company has the largest market share in North America with over 8,400 kiosk locations as of February 25, 2025. Learn more at www.bitcoindepot.com.

Contacts:

Investors
Cody Slach
Gateway Group, Inc.
949-574-3860
BTM@gateway-grp.com

Media
Brenlyn Motlagh, Ryan Deloney
Gateway Group, Inc.
949-574-3860
BTM@gateway-grp.com

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. Announces Board Approval of Change in Investment Policy

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. (NASDAQ: CUBA) (the “Fund”) today announced that the Fund’s Board of Directors (“Board”) has approved a change in the Fund’s investment strategy. Subject to necessary regulatory filings and the requisite approval of the Fund’s shareholders, the Fund will modify its current investment strategy and redirect the Fund to focus on a “CLO Equity Strategy”. With this change, the Fund’s primary investment objective will change to a total return strategy with a secondary objective of generating high current income for shareholders. In accordance with that change in investment objective, the Fund will focus on investing in equity and junior debt tranches of collateralized loan obligations, or “CLOs”. CLOs are portfolios of collateralized loans consisting primarily of below investment grade U.S. senior secured loans with a large number of distinct underlying borrowers across various industry sectors.

In recommending this change to the Board, Thomas J. Herzfeld, Chairman of Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. (the “Investment Manager”) stated, “The Fund’s shareholders should know that we have not taken this decision lightly. We launched the Fund thirty years ago with the expectation that investment opportunities would be available upon opening of U.S. trade relations with Cuba. Over that time, we have seen the geo-political situation ebb and flow and have worked extremely hard to seek opportunities in the Caribbean Basin while we waited for the long-standing stalemate in relations to break. But with the new administration in Washington and the prospects for the opening of Cuba seemingly at a low point, we feel it is time for a dramatic change that is designed to enhance value for shareholders.”

Cecilia Gondor, Chairperson of the Board of the Fund commented, “With the Fund continuing to trade at a persistent discount, we challenged the investment manager to recommend solutions for our shareholders. After a lengthy period of analysis, the advisor recommended that the Fund refocus its strategy to invest in CLOs. This allows the Fund to take advantage of its closed-end fund structure in a segment of the credit industry that has demonstrated an ability for funds to trade at premiums to net asset value. While this is a dramatic change in investment focus, we believe the change is in the best interest of shareholders.”

The Directors unanimously approved the proposed changes to the Fund’s investment strategy and will recommend that the Fund’s shareholders approve the changes. The Board approved changes to the Fund’s name to Herzfeld Credit Income Fund, Inc. and ticker symbol, and that, subject to requisite shareholder approval, certain fundamental policies be modified or eliminated. The Board also authorized changes to the Fund’s investment management agreement with the Investment Manager. Those changes implement a new fee structure.

Standard fee structures within existing funds engaged in CLO strategies are comprised of a management fee based upon assets under management and an incentive fee based upon the income earned by the funds. Under the modifications approved by the Board, the fees for the Fund will be set at a 1.25% management fee and a 10% incentive fee, subject to a hurdle rate of 9%. The prior investment management agreement between the Fund and the Investment Advisor set fees at 1.45% of assets under management. The new fee structure may be more or less than the previous fee structure depending upon the performance of the Fund and the application of the incentive fee structure.

The Fund intends to hold a special meeting of shareholders as soon as practicable to obtain requisite shareholder approvals as required by the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), which requires any change to a fundamental policy and the entering into of the new investment management agreement be approved by “a majority of the outstanding voting securities” of the Fund (as defined under the 1940 Act).

Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. has been investing in the credit markets since its founding more than 40 years ago and currently manages approximately $950 million of assets across a number of investment strategies including CLOs, private and public credit and equity, municipal bonds, and other strategies. The Firm has been a consistent top Morningstar manager, having earned recognition as a 5 star performer in multiple categories for 40 consecutive quarters.¹

Mr. Herzfeld commented further, “It is imperative to me that our long-term shareholders understand that we have not given up on the opportunities that we believe ultimately will exist in Cuba. While we think the strategy change for the Fund is absolutely necessary at this time, we continue to look forward to the day when the U.S. and Cuban governments move beyond the current stalemate. We have reserved our rights to use the CUBA ticker symbol on NASDAQ and, should circumstances warrant, we will seek to explore opportunities for investment in Cuba when that day comes. Until then, however, we believe that best use of our closed-end fund structure is in the new CLO strategy.”

Additional information about the changes to the strategy have been provided in the Fund’s Semi-Annual Report filed on Monday, March 3, 2025 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission available on the Fund’s website at www.herzfeld.com/cuba and will be further included in a proxy statement (the “Proxy Statement”) that the Fund will provide in connection with its special shareholder meeting.

Additional Information about the Strategy Changes

This press release is not intended to, and does not, solicit a proxy from any shareholder of the Fund. The solicitation of proxies to effect the proposed changes will only be made by a definitive Proxy Statement.

This press release references a Proxy Statement, to be filed by the Fund. The Proxy Statement has yet to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). After the Proxy Statement is filed with the SEC, it may be amended or withdrawn. The Fund and its directors, officers and employees, and Herzfeld Advisors, and its shareholders, officers and employees and other persons may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies with respect to the proposed fundamental policy changes and the proposed approval of the investment advisory agreement. Investors and shareholders may obtain more detailed information regarding the direct and indirect interests of the Fund’s directors, officers and employees, and Herzfeld Advisors and its shareholders, officers and employees and other persons by reading the Proxy Statement when it is filed with the SEC. INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS OF THE FUND ARE URGED TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS FILED WITH THE SEC CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THESE DOCUMENTS WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROPOSED CHANGES. INVESTORS SHOULD CONSIDER THE INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE, RISKS, CHARGES AND EXPENSES OF THE FUND CAREFULLY. THE PROXY STATEMENT WILL CONTAIN INFORMATION WITH RESPECT TO THE INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE, RISKS, CHARGES AND EXPENSES OF THE FUND. The Proxy Statement will not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities, in any state where such offer or sale is not permitted. Security holders may obtain free copies (when it becomes available) of the Proxy Statement and other documents filed with the SEC at the SEC’s web site at www.sec.gov. In addition, free copies (when it becomes available) of the Proxy Statement and other documents filed with the SEC may also be obtained by directing a request to the Fund at (800) 854-3863

About Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc.

Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc., founded in 1984, is an SEC registered investment advisor, specializing in investment analysis and account management in closed-end funds.

More information about the advisor can be found at www.herzfeld.com.

Past performance is no guarantee of future performance. An investment in the Fund is subject to certain risks, including market risk. In general, shares of closed-end funds often trade at a discount from their net asset value and at the time of sale may be trading on the exchange at a price which is more or less than the original purchase price or the net asset value. An investor should carefully consider the Fund’s investment objective, risks, charges and expenses. Please read the Fund’s disclosure documents before investing.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release, and other statements that TJHA or the Fund may make, may contain forward looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act, with respect to the Fund’s or TJHA’s future financial or business performance, strategies or expectations. Forward-looking statements are typically identified by words or phrases such as “trend,” “potential,” “opportunity,” “pipeline,” “believe,” “comfortable,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “current,” “intention,” “estimate,” “position,” “assume,” “outlook,” “continue,” “remain,” “maintain,” “sustain,” “seek,” “achieve,” and similar expressions, or future or conditional verbs such as “will,” “would,” “should,” “could,” “may” or similar expressions. TJHA and the Fund caution that forward-looking statements are subject to numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties, which change over time. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and TJHA and the Fund assume no duty to and do not undertake to update forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in forward-looking statements and future results could differ materially from historical performance. With respect to the Fund, the following factors, among others, could cause actual events to differ materially from forward-looking statements or historical performance: (1) changes and volatility in political, economic or industry conditions, particularly with respect to Cuba and other Caribbean Basin countries, the interest rate environment, foreign exchange rates or financial and capital markets, which could result in changes in demand for the Fund or in the Fund’s net asset value; (2) the relative and absolute investment performance of the Fund and its investments; (3) the impact of increased competition; (4) the unfavorable resolution of any legal proceedings; (5) the extent and timing of any distributions or share repurchases; (6) the impact, extent and timing of technological changes; (7) the impact of legislative and regulatory actions and reforms, including the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, and regulatory, supervisory or enforcement actions of government agencies relating to the Fund or TJHA, as applicable; (8) terrorist activities, international hostilities and natural disasters, which may adversely affect the general economy, domestic and local financial and capital markets, specific industries or TJHA or the Fund; (9) TJHA’s and the Fund’s ability to attract and retain highly talented professionals; (10) the impact of TJHA electing to provide support to its products from time to time; (11) the impact of problems at other financial institutions or the failure or negative performance of products at other financial institutions; and (12) the effects of an epidemic, pandemic or public health emergency, including without limitation, COVID-19. Annual and Semi-Annual Reports and other regulatory filings of the Fund with the SEC are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and on TJHA’s website at www.herzfeld.com/cuba, and may discuss these or other factors that affect the Fund. The information contained on TJHA’s website is not a part of this press release.

TJHA has received certain nominations or awards by third-parties as reflected herein. Investors should review the criteria for each nomination or award as reflected on the third-party’s webpage. In addition, the nominations and awards reflect past performance of the nominee or award designee and may not reflect the current performance or status of any such firm or individual and may no longer be applicable. Morningstar award content presented with permission and licensing fee. Contact us for more information on how the ratings are apportioned and for full disclosures regarding third party news and awards.

Contact:
Thomas Morgan
Chief Compliance Officer
Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc.
1-305-777-1660

______________________

¹ See disclaimer regarding Morningstar awards.

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: MoneyHero Introduces Three-Click Travel Insurance Purchase in Singapore

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

SINGAPORE, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MoneyHero Limited (NASDAQ: MNY) (“MoneyHero” or the “Company”), a leading personal finance aggregation and comparison platform, as well as a digital insurance brokerage provider in Greater Southeast Asia, has launched a new three-click travel insurance purchase feature for its members in Singapore. This enhancement allows returning users to instantly purchase travel insurance in just three simple clicks, eliminating the need to repeatedly fill out forms and saving them over 75% of the time typically required for purchasing a travel insurance.

Frequent travelers often face the hassle of comparing multiple insurance policies before each trip. The new three-click feature simplifies this process, allowing MoneyHero Group members to easily compare travel insurance policies from leading insurers and complete their purchase in three simple clicks – select your preferred policy, review your details, and make payment.

Faster, Easier, and More Convenient Travel Insurance

This new feature simplifies the travel insurance experience by allowing MoneyHero Group members to:

        •        Compare real-time quotes from leading insurers

        •        Customize coverage to fit their travel needs

        •        Purchase insurance policies instantly without redirection to third-party sites

        •        Autofill personal details from previous purchases, skipping repetitive form-filling

        •        Receive immediate confirmation and policy issuance

By integrating this feature with SingSaver membership, MoneyHero provides a seamless experience, making travel insurance purchases as straightforward as booking a flight or hotel online.

Better for Customers, Stronger for Insurers

For customers, this means less hassle and faster access to coverage. For insurers, the simplified journey improves conversion rates, increasing policy sales and customer acquisition. MoneyHero has already seen up to 2x higher conversions on end-to-end insurance purchases and expects similar or better results with this new three-click feature.

Rohith Murthy, CEO of MoneyHero, said:

“Travelers today seek efficiency and convenience, and they don’t want to waste time filling out the same forms every time they travel. They want a fast, seamless way to compare and purchase insurance with minimal effort. With this launch, we’re saving our members’ time, providing a smarter and more efficient way to purchase travel insurance. Our data indicates that reducing friction leads to higher completion rates for purchases—benefiting both our customers and our insurance partners. This new feature is integral to our commitment to making MoneyHero the go-to destination for digital insurance in the region.”

Driving Growth in Digital Insurance

MoneyHero’s insurance business is experiencing significant growth, with revenues from this vertical increasing by 54% year-over-year in the first nine months of 2024. The Company expects further acceleration as it enhances seamless purchase experiences across more insurance categories.

Currently, MoneyHero’s travel insurance platform supports 11 insurers in Singapore and Hong Kong. Following the success of this new feature, the Company plans to extend three-click purchasing to additional insurance products and markets, further solidifying its position in the digital insurance landscape.

About MoneyHero Group

MoneyHero Limited (NASDAQ: MNY) is a market leader in the online personal finance and digital insurance aggregation and comparison sector in Greater Southeast Asia. The Company operates in Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan and the Philippines. Its brand portfolio includes B2C platforms MoneyHero, SingSaver, Money101, Moneymax and Seedly, as well as the B2B platform Creatory. The Company also retains an equity stake in Malaysian fintech company, Jirnexu Pte. Ltd., parent company of Jirnexu Sdn. Bhd., the operator of RinggitPlus, Malaysia’s largest operating B2C platform. MoneyHero had over 270 commercial partner relationships as at September 30, 2024, and had approximately 7.4 million Monthly Unique Users across its platform for the three months ended September 30, 2024. The Company’s backers include Peter Thiel—co-founder of PayPal, Palantir Technologies, and the Founders Fund—and Hong Kong businessman, Richard Li, the founder and chairman of Pacific Century Group. To learn more about MoneyHero and how the innovative fintech company is driving APAC’s digital economy, please visit www.MoneyHeroGroup.com.

Forward Looking Statements

This document includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States federal securities laws and also contains certain financial forecasts and projections. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this communication, including, but not limited to, statements as to the Group’s growth strategies, future results of operations and financial position, market size, industry trends and growth opportunities, are forward-looking statements. Some of these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking words, including “outlook,” “believes,” “expects,” “potential,” “continues,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “seeks,” “predicts,” “intends,” “trends,” “plans,” “estimates,” “anticipates” or the negative version of these words or other comparable words. All forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and forecasts and reflect the views, assumptions, expectations, and opinions of the Company, which are all subject to change due to various factors including, without limitation, changes in general economic conditions. Any such estimates, assumptions, expectations, forecasts, views or opinions, whether or not identified in this communication, should be regarded as indicative, preliminary and for illustrative purposes only and should not be relied upon as being necessarily indicative of future results. The forward-looking statements and financial forecasts and projections contained in this communication are subject to a number of factors, risks and uncertainties. Potential risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, changes in business, market, financial, political and legal conditions; the Company’s ability to attract new and retain existing customers in a cost effective manner; competitive pressures in and any disruption to the industries in which the Company and its subsidiaries (the “Group”) operates; the Group’s ability to achieve profitability despite a history of losses; and the Group’s ability to implement its growth strategies and manage its growth; the Group’s ability to meet consumer expectations; the success of the Group’s new product or service offerings; the Group’s ability to attract traffic to its websites; the Group’s internal controls; fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; the Group’s ability to raise capital; media coverage of the Group; the Group’s ability to obtain adequate insurance coverage; changes in the regulatory environments (such as anti-trust laws, foreign ownership restrictions and tax regimes) and general economic conditions in the countries in which the Group operates; the Group’s ability to attract and retain management and skilled employees; the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic or any other pandemic on the business of the Group; the success of the Group’s strategic investments and acquisitions, changes in the Group’s relationship with its current customers, suppliers and service providers; disruptions to the Group’s information technology systems and networks; the Group’s ability to grow and protect its brand and the Group’s reputation; the Group’s ability to protect its intellectual property; changes in regulation and other contingencies; the Group’s ability to achieve tax efficiencies of its corporate structure and intercompany arrangements; potential and future litigation that the Group may be involved in; and unanticipated losses, write-downs or write-offs, restructuring and impairment or other charges, taxes or other liabilities that may be incurred or required and technological advancements in the Group’s industry. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s annual report for the year ended December 31, 2023 on Form 20-F (File No.: 001-41838), registration statement on Form F-1 (File No.: 333-275205), and other documents to be filed by the Company from time to time with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. In addition, there may be additional risks that the Company currently does not know, or that the Company currently believes are immaterial, that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements reflect the Company’s expectations, plans, projections or forecasts of future events and view. If any of the risks materialize or the Company’s assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. The Company anticipates that subsequent events and developments may cause their assessments to change. However, while the Company may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, the Company specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, except as required by law. The inclusion of any statement in this document does not constitute an admission by the Company or any other person that the events or circumstances described in such statement are material. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing the Company’s assessments as of any date subsequent to the date of this document. Accordingly, undue reliance should not be placed upon the forward-looking statements. In addition, the analyses of the Company contained herein are not, and do not purport to be, appraisals of the securities, assets, or business of the Company.

For MoneyHero inquiries, please contact:

Investor Relations:
MoneyHero IR Team
IR@MoneyHeroGroup.com

Media Relations:
MoneyHero PR Team
Press@MoneyHeroGroup.com

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: Nicholas Wealth Announces $50,000,000 in AUM for $GIAX ETF

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

MARIETTA, Ga., March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nicholas Wealth, a leading provider of actively managed income ETFs, just announced that the Nicholas Global Equity and Income ETF (GIAX) has $50,000,000 in assets under management as of January 31^st, 2025.

“We are humbled to see the incredible growth in AUM for our GIAX ETF. The success of this fund is a testament to the investors and financial advisors who have believed in us. Our goal was not only to create a fund that provided consistent distributions along with a stable NAV but to do it in a way that provided global diversification for investors. On behalf of the entire XFUNDS / Nicholas Wealth team, thank you! We are excited for the future of GIAX.” – David Nicholas, Portfolio Manager of GIAX

Distribution as of 2/28/2025

ETF Ticker Distribution per Share Distribution Rate 30-Day SEC Yield Ex-Date Record Date Payment Date

GIAX $0.3709 24.00%³ 0.48%² 2/27/2025 2/27/2025 2/28/2025

Inception date: 7/23/2024
Click here to view standardized performance for GIAX.

The performance data quoted above represents past performance. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when sold or redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost and current performance may be lower or higher than the performance quoted above. Performance current to the most recent month-end can be obtained by calling (855) 563-6900.

¹Nicholas Global Equity and Income ETF has a gross expense ratio of 0.97%.

²The 30-Day SEC Yield for GIAX is 0.48%. The 30-Day SEC Yield represents net investment income, which excludes option income, earned by such ETF over the 30-Day period ended January 31, 2025, expressed as an annual percentage rate based on such ETF’s share price at the end of the 30-Day period.

³The Distribution Rate is the annual rate an investor would receive if the most recent distribution, which includes option income, remained the same going forward. The Distribution Rate is calculated by multiplying an ETF’s Distribution per Share by twelve (12), and dividing the resulting amount by the ETF’s most recent NAV. The Distribution Rate represents a single distribution from the ETF and does not represent its total return. The recent distribution for GIAX on 1/31/25 included 84.93% Return of Capital and 15.07% Income. As a result, an investor may suffer significant losses to their investment. These Distribution Rates may be caused by unusually favorable market conditions and may not be sustainable. Such conditions may not continue to exist and there should be no expectation that this performance may be repeated in the future.

Investors in the Fund will not have rights to receive dividends or other distributions with respect to the underlying reference asset.

Must be preceded or accompanied by a prospectus.

Distributions may also include a combination of ordinary dividends, capital gain, and return of investor capital, which may decrease an ETF’s NAV and trading price over time. Please see the 19a-1 notice for more information on return of investor capital. The distribution may contain a return of capital, but an estimate cannot be provided at this time.

Distributions are not guaranteed. The Distribution Rate and 30-Day SEC Yield are not indicative of future distributions, if any, on the ETFs. In particular, future distributions on any ETF may differ significantly from its Distribution Rate or 30-Day SEC Yield. You are not guaranteed a distribution under the ETFs. Distributions for the ETFs (if any) are variable and may vary significantly from month to month and may be zero. Accordingly, the Distribution Rate and 30-Day SEC Yield will change over time, and such change may be significant.

Risk Information

Investments involve risk. Principal loss is possible.

Investing in the Funds involves a high degree of risk.

THE FUND, TRUST, AND SUB-ADVISER ARE NOT AFFILIATED WITH ANY UNDERLYING ETF.

Due to the Funds’ investment strategies, the Funds’ investment exposures are concentrated in the same industries that are assigned to the underlying stock or ETF. As with any investment, there is a risk you could lose all or part of your investment in the Fund. Some or all of these risks may adversely affect the Funds’ net asset value (“NAV”) per share, trading prices, yields, total returns, and/or ability to meet their objective.

Shares of any ETF are bought and sold at market price (not NAV) and may trade at a discount or premium to NAV. Shares are not individually redeemable from the Fund and may only be acquired or redeemed from the Fund in creation units. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns.

Investments involve risk. Principal loss is possible.

Derivatives Risk. Derivatives are financial instruments that derive value from the underlying reference asset or assets, such as stocks, bonds, or funds (including ETFs), interest rates or indexes. The Fund’s investments in derivatives may pose risks in addition to, and greater than, those associated with directly investing in securities or other ordinary investments, including risk related to the market, imperfect correlation with underlying investments or the Fund’s other portfolio holdings, higher price volatility, lack of availability, counterparty risk, liquidity, valuation and legal restrictions.

Counterparty Risk. The Fund is subject to counterparty risk by virtue of its investments in option contracts which exposes the Fund to the risk that the counterparty will not fulfill its obligation to the Fund.

Equity Market Risk. By virtue of the Fund’s investments in option contracts equity ETFs and equity indices, the Fund is exposed to common stocks indirectly which subjects the Fund to equity market risk.

High Portfolio Turnover Risk. The Fund may actively and frequently trade all or a significant portion of the Fund’s holdings. A high portfolio turnover rate increases transaction costs, which may increase the Fund’s expenses.

Non-Diversification Risk. Because the Fund is “non-diversified,” it may invest a greater percentage of its assets in the securities of a single issuer or a smaller number of issuers than if it was a diversified fund.

Hedging Transactions Risk. Hedging transactions involve risks different than those of underlying investments. In particular, the variable degree of correlation between price movements of hedging transactions and price movements in the position being hedged means that losses on the hedge may be greater than gains in the value of the Fund’s positions, opportunities for gain may be limited or that there may be losses on both parts of a transaction.

Illiquid Investments Risk. The Fund may, at times, hold illiquid investments, by virtue of the absence of a readily available market for certain of its investments, or because of legal or contractual restrictions on sales.

Interest Rate Risk. The value of the Fund’s investments in fixed income Treasury securities will fluctuate with changes in interest rates.

New Fund Risk. The Fund is a recently organized management investment company with no operating history. As a result, prospective investors do not have a track record or history on which to base their investment decisions.

Yield to Maturity: Yield to maturity (YTM) is the total return anticipated on a bond if the bond is held until it matures.

Dividend Yield: The dividend yield is a financial ratio that shows how much a company pays out in dividends each year relative to its stock price.

Average Duration: A measure of a fund’s interest-rate sensitivity—the longer a fund’s duration, the more sensitive the fund is to shifts in interest rates. Duration is determined by a formula that includes coupon rates and bond maturities. Small coupons tend to increase duration, while shorter maturities and higher coupons shorten duration.

Distributed by Foreside Fund Services, LLC. Foreside Fund Services, LLC is not affiliated with Tidal Financial Group

Launch & Structure Partner: Tidal Financial Group.

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: NowVertical to Attend the 37th Annual ROTH Conference

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

TORONTO, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NowVertical Group Inc. (TSXV: NOW) (“NowVertical” or the “Company”), a leading data and AI solutions provider, today announced they will be attending the invite-only 37th Annual ROTH Conference.

The 37th Annual ROTH Conference will take place on March 16-18, 2025, in Dana Point, CA, bringing together leading institutional investors and high-growth companies across multiple sectors. As a prestigious, invite-only event, the conference provides a valuable platform for innovative companies like NowVertical to engage directly with investors, industry leaders, and analysts. NowVertical’s inclusion in this exclusive event reflects its strong market position and continued growth in AI and data-driven solutions and services.

The event will consist of 1-on-1 / small group meetings, analyst-selected fireside chats, industry keynotes and panels with executive management attending from approximately 450 private and public companies in a variety of growth sectors including: Business Services, Consumer, Healthcare, Industrial Growth, Insurance, Resources, Sustainability and Technology, Media & Entertainment.

To learn more and submit a registration request, visit https://ibn.fm/Roth2025Registration

About NowVertical Group Inc.

The Company is a global data and analytics company which helps clients transform data into tangible business value with AI, fast. Offering a comprehensive suite of solutions and services the Company enables clients to quickly harness the full potential of their data, driving measurable outcomes and accelerating potential return on investment. Enterprises optimize decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and unlock long-term value from their data using the Company’s AI-Infused first party and third-party technologies. NowVertical is growing organically and through strategic acquisitions. For further details about NowVertical, please visit www.nowvertical.com.

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

For more information, visit www.nowvertical.com.

For further information, please contact:

Andre Garber, CDO
IR@nowvertical.com
T: +1(647)947-0223

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains forward-looking information and forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws (together “forward-looking statements“), including, the alignment of the Company’s leadership and shareholders, and the associated results of the transactions contemplated in this press release on NowVertical’s business, finances and operations. Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by management, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties, and contingencies, certain of which are unknown. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as “may”, “should”, “will”, “could”, “intend”, “estimate”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “expect”, “believe” or “continue”, or the negative thereof or similar variations. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause future results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from the estimated future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements and the forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. Forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by inherent risks and uncertainties, including: adverse market conditions; risks inherent in the data analytics and artificial intelligence sectors in general; regulatory and legislative changes; that future results may vary from historical results; inability to obtain any requisite future financing on suitable terms; any inability to realize the expected benefits and synergies of acquisitions or dispositions; that market competition may affect the business, results and financial condition of the Company and other risk factors identified in documents filed by the Company under its profile at www.sedarplus.com, including the Company’s management’s discussion and analysis for the year ended December 31, 2023. Further, these forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release and, except as expressly required by applicable law, the Company assumes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: Oxbridge / SurancePlus Announces Two RWA Tokenized Reinsurance Offerings for its 2025 – 2026 Season: Targeting Returns of 20% and 42%
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Oxbridge Re Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: OXBR) (“Oxbridge Re”), together with its subsidiary SurancePlus, is engaged in the tokenization of Real-World Assets (“RWAs”), initially with tokenized reinsurance securities, and in providing reinsurance solutions to property and casualty insurers in the Gulf Coast region of the United States, today announced the launch of its 2025 tokenized reinsurance offerings.

For the first time, investors can choose their preferred risk-return profile with two distinct options:
- EtaCat Re – 20% (Balanced Yield)
- ZetaCat Re – 42% (High Yield)
Invest now at SurancePlus.com/invest

These blockchain-powered offerings open access to an asset class that was previously exclusive to institutional investors and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. Now, a wider range of investors can access SurancePlus’ tokenized reinsurance securities, targeting high-yield returns backed by Real-World Assets (RWAs) through real-world reinsurance contracts.

How It Works

Investors in EtaCat Re have a targeted annual return of 20%, while investors in ZetaCat Re have an annual targeted return of 42%.

Each security-backed token is priced at $10 per share, with funds used to invest in reinsurance contracts. Investors will receive 3.5% APY on their invested funds until contracts go live on June 1, 2025. Returns are then distributed annually based on underwriting performance.

These tokens provide exposure to RWA-collateralized reinsurance contracts through its licensed Cayman Islands reinsurance entity, Oxbridge Re NS.

Investment opportunities are available to U.S. investors under SEC Rule 506(c) and to non-U.S. investors under Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933.

Jay Madhu, CEO of Oxbridge, commented, “We are excited to launch this year’s offering, especially with the introduction of our balanced-yield, security-backed token, which targets a broader investor base with a projected 20% return. SurancePlus is democratizing an asset class that was once exclusive to high-net-worth individuals, now allowing investors to participate with as little as $5,000.”

About Oxbridge Re Holdings Limited

Oxbridge Re Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: OXBR, OXBRW) (“Oxbridge”) is headquartered in the Cayman Islands. The company offers tokenized Real-World Assets (“RWAs”) as tokenized reinsurance securities and reinsurance business solutions to property and casualty insurers, through its wholly owned subsidiaries SurancePlus Inc., Oxbridge Re NS, and Oxbridge Reinsurance Limited.

Insurance businesses in the Gulf Coast region of the United States purchase property and casualty reinsurance through our licensed reinsurers Oxbridge Reinsurance Limited and Oxbridge Re NS.

Our Web3-focused subsidiary, SurancePlus Inc. (“SurancePlus”), has developed the first “on-chain” reinsurance RWA of its kind to be sponsored by a subsidiary of a publicly traded company. By digitizing interests in reinsurance contracts as on-chain RWAs, SurancePlus has democratized the availability of reinsurance as an alternative investment to both U.S. and non-U.S. investors.

Company Contact:
Oxbridge Re Holdings Limited
Jay Madhu, CEO
+1 345-749-7570
jmadhu@oxbridgere.com

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release may contain forward-looking statements made pursuant to the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “plan,” “project” and other similar words and expressions are intended to signify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future results and conditions but rather are subject to various risks and uncertainties. A detailed discussion of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and events to differ materially from such forward-looking statements is included in the section entitled “Risk Factors” contained in our Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on 26th March 2024. The occurrence of any of these risks and uncertainties could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, financial condition and results of operations. Any forward-looking statements made in this press release speak only as of the date of this press release and, except as required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement contained in this press release, even if the Company’s expectations or any related events, conditions or circumstances change.

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: Lenkie secures £49M to fund business supplier payments and accelerate growth in UK

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

London, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The SME finance landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift as banks retreat from business lending, leaving a staggering £22 billion SME funding gap in the UK. Cashflow management platform, Lenkie, has today announced £49 million in Series A funding to transform the way growing UK businesses access capital. The funding round, which includes £4 million in equity and a £45 million debt facility, was led by a large US private credit fund focussed on supporting lenders internationally.

Lenkie founders Sanjeev Jeyakumar and Nnaemeka Obodoekwe.

Growing businesses face the challenge of having to spend money in order to make it; footing the bill for stock, subcontractor payments and equipment before a product is even sold. Lenkie’s unique focus on payables financing – paying suppliers directly on behalf of SMEs at the beginning of a transaction – ensures businesses can secure the resources they need upfront to finance these growth-related expenses.

While the traditional borrowing experience remains slow, rigid, and reliant on outdated credit assessments (leaving thousands of viable businesses underserved). Lenkie’s cashflow platform gives SMEs access to fast, flexible funding exactly when and how they need it, removing growth bottlenecks and unnecessary friction.

Founded in 2021 by Sanjeev Jeyakumar and Nnaemeka Obodoekwe, Lenkie has demonstrated strong market traction, funding over £70 million to underserved SMEs and funding payments to 2,000 suppliers across 40 countries. Leveraging proprietary underwriting technology and real-time performance data, the company delivers bespoke financing solutions that dramatically enhance speed and financial inclusion, empowering hundreds of businesses with faster approvals and a seamless borrowing experience.

Sanjeev Jeyakumar, CEO and co-founder of Lenkie, says: “At its core, all lending is built on a foundation of trust. We’re able to use data and technology to understand the nuances of each business to build that trust in seconds. This enables us to provide fast and flexible capital when it’s most impactful. By financing specific transactions we’re creating a new model of financial inclusion that aligns with how modern businesses operate and grow”.

Lenkie’s journey began when Sanjeev Jeyakumar, a former Citigroup credit trader, saw first-hand the power of real-time data to de-risk financing in underserved markets, whilst structuring over £2 billion in lending across emerging markets. Later, whilst building a venture-backed B2B marketplace helping small business owners access logistics services, he was exposed to thousands of entrepreneurs navigating the challenges of scaling.

“The challenge wasn’t a lack of growth opportunities, it was a broken borrowing experience. By removing friction and making access to capital effortless, we could unlock immense potential and help entrepreneurs realise their ambitions” said Sanjeev Jeyakumar

The market timing for this is critical. Despite the £22 billion funding gap faced by UK SMEs, they are driving 60% of employment and 50% of GDP, with demand for alternative financing solutions at an all-time high. Lenkie’s transaction-based funding model is at the forefront of this change, providing businesses with an intuitive, need-based financing solution rather than inflexible, one-size-fits-all loans. This precise approach not only reduces the risk of funds being misallocated or underutilised, it is also more cost-effective for SMEs, aligning with their business growth cycles and matching real-time needs.

“At the heart of our business is the need to invest in stock, reach new customers, and improve supplier relationships. Lenkie’s credit facility has been critical in enabling us to achieve all three. Lenkie offers an outstanding service and the continuous product innovations ensure an excellent user experience. It’s the perfect solution to help us scale” said Ankit Monga, Mongas Kids Wear Limited.

Looking ahead, Lenkie is poised to accelerate its mission of transforming SME financing in the UK. With fresh capital and strong industry momentum, the company plans to enhance its data-driven underwriting models, expand partnerships with leading platforms, and explore new markets. By breaking down funding barriers, Lenkie is not just enabling growth for SMEs, but paving the way for the next generation of entrepreneurs across the UK.

Ends

Media images can be found here.

About Lenkie
Lenkie is a UK-based fintech providing fast, flexible, and transaction-based financing solutions for SMEs. By leveraging real-time data and payments technology, Lenkie ensures businesses can access capital precisely when they need it, eliminating the inefficiencies of traditional lending. Since its launch in 2021, Lenkie has helped hundreds of businesses access financing and continues to lead innovation with its cash flow management solutions.

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: February Commercial Chapter 11s Decrease 42 Percent

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

NEW YORK, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Commercial chapter 11 bankruptcy filings decreased 42 percent in February 2025, with the 481 filings declining from the 826 filings in February 2024, according to data provided by Epiq AACER, the leading provider of U.S. bankruptcy filing data. Last February’s commercial chapter 11 total was elevated by the related filings of two sizeable commercial chapter 11 proceedings. Additionally, there was one less business day in February 2025 compared to last year due to the leap year taking place in 2024.

Total February commercial filings decreased 16 percent to 2,152 from the 2,576 commercial filings in February 2024. Small business filings, captured as subchapter V elections within chapter 11, declined 12 percent in February 2025 to 176, down from 201 the previous year.

“The overall filing volume trend waned in February, primarily due to fewer filing days and a typical trend of filings after tax return season,” said Michael Hunter, Vice President of Epiq AACER. “The availability and increased utilization of home equity has enabled homeowners to leverage that value to temporarily offset higher living costs. I expect a continued trend of increased filings through the spring and summer months primarily due to continued increases in living costs, debt accumulation, relatively flat household income growth, and influences related to regulatory change.”

Total bankruptcy filings were 40,260 in February 2025, a 3 percent increase from the February 2024 total of 39,034. Individual bankruptcy filings increased 5 percent in February to 38,108, up from the February 2024 individual filing total of 36,458. There were 22,899 individual chapter 7 filings in February 2025, an 8 percent increase over the 21,151 filings recorded in February 2024. Conversely, there were 15,128 individual chapter 13 filings in February 2025, a 1 percent decrease from the 15,247 filings last February.

“Inflation, elevated interest rates, tighter lending terms and geopolitical tensions are creating more challenges for distressed consumers and businesses looking to alleviate their growing debt loads,” said ABI Executive Director Amy Quackenboss. “Bankruptcy provides an established process for struggling households and businesses looking to access a financial fresh start.”

ABI has partnered with Epiq Bankruptcy to provide the most current bankruptcy filing data for analysts, researchers, and members of the news media. Epiq Bankruptcy is the leading provider of data, technology, and services for companies operating in the business of bankruptcy. Its Bankruptcy Analytics subscription service provides on-demand access to the industry’s most dynamic bankruptcy data, updated daily. Learn more at https://bankruptcy.epiqglobal.com/analytics.

About Epiq
Epiq is a leading legal and compliance services platform integrating people, process, and technology. Through this combination of innovative technology, legal and business expertise, and comprehensive solutions, Epiq drives efficiency in large-scale and increasingly complex tasks. High-performing clients around the world rely on Epiq to streamline the administration of business, settlement administration, legal, and compliance operations to solve immediate challenges and provide scalable ongoing support to transform the enterprise. Learn more at www.epiqglobal.com.

About ABI
ABI is the largest multi-disciplinary, nonpartisan organization dedicated to research and education on matters related to insolvency. ABI was founded in 1982 to provide Congress and the public with unbiased analysis of bankruptcy issues. The ABI membership includes nearly 10,000 attorneys, accountants, bankers, judges, professors, lenders, turnaround specialists and other bankruptcy professionals, providing a forum for the exchange of ideas and information. For additional information on ABI, visit www.abi.org. For additional conference information, visit http://www.abi.org/calendar-of-events.

Press Contacts
Carrie Trent
Epiq, Senior Director of Corporate Communications and Public Relations
Carrie.Trent@epiqglobal.com

John Hartgen
ABI, Public Affairs Officer
jhartgen@abi.org

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March 5, 2025

MIL-OSI: MARA Announces Bitcoin Production and Mining Operation Updates for February 2025

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

BTC Production Per Day Increased 4% M/M
206 Blocks Won in February, 6% Decrease M/M
Increased BTC Holdings* to 46,374 BTC

Fort Lauderdale, FL, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MARA Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARA) (“MARA” or the “Company”), a global leader in leveraging digital asset compute to support the energy transformation, today published unaudited bitcoin (“bitcoin” or “BTC”) production updates for February 2025.

Management Commentary

“In February, our bitcoin production per day increased 4% over January,” said Fred Thiel, MARA’s chairman and CEO. “Blocks won and bitcoin production decreased by 6% month-over-month, primarily due to a higher network difficulty level and three fewer operational days. Our energized hashrate was slightly above the prior month, and we are close to finishing construction of a 40-megawatt data center in Ohio where we plan to install over ten thousand S21 Pro immersion miners.

“We established the Company’s leadership in bitcoin mining through an asset-light model, transformed it into a vertically integrated energy and infrastructure company in 2024, and in 2025, we will continue to focus on being the dominant player in bitcoin mining while expanding our footprint in energy generation.

“In conjunction with our emerging technology business, we are taking steps today, including investing in research and development, to establish our presence in AI and adjacent markets, which we expect will create additional revenue opportunities over the long term. We expect our costs to decline as we realize savings from owning our sites and generating our own power, and we will be laser-focused on efficiency as we drive towards our goal of low-cost energy.”

Operational Highlights and Updates

Figure 1: Operational Highlights

	Prior Month Comparison
Metric	2/28/2025		1/31/2025		% Δ
Number of Blocks Won ¹	206		218		(6)	%
BTC Produced	706		750		(6)	%
Average BTC Produced per Day	25.2		24.2		4	%
Share of available miner rewards ²	5.4	%	5.1	%	NM
Transaction Fees as % of Total ¹	1.4	%	1.6	%	NM
Energized Hashrate (EH/s) ¹	53.7		53.2		1	%

These metrics are MARAPool only and do not include blocks won from joint ventures.
Defined as the total amount of block rewards including transaction fees that MARA earned during the period divided by the total amount of block rewards and transaction fees awarded by the Bitcoin network during the period.

NM – Not Meaningful

As of February 28, 2025, the Company held a total of 46,374 BTC*. MARA opted not to sell any BTC in February.

*Includes loaned and collateralized bitcoin

Investor Notice

Investing in our securities involves a high degree of risk. Before making an investment decision, you should carefully consider the risks, uncertainties and forward-looking statements described under the heading “Risk Factors” in our most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any other periodic reports that we may file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). If any of these risks were to occur, our business, financial condition or results of operations would likely suffer. In that event, the value of our securities could decline, and you could lose part or all of your investment. The risks and uncertainties we describe are not the only ones facing us. Additional risks not presently known to us or that we currently deem immaterial may also impair our business operations. In addition, our past financial performance may not be a reliable indicator of future performance, and historical trends should not be used to anticipate results in the future. See “Forward-Looking Statements” below.

The operational highlights and updates presented in this press release pertain solely to our BTC mining operations. Detailed information regarding our other operations can be found in our periodic reports filed with the SEC.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included in this press release are forward-looking statements. The words “may,” “will,” “could,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “intend,” “believe,” “continue,” “target” and similar expressions or variations or negatives of these words are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Such forward-looking statements include, among other things, statements related to the construction and energization of our data center in Ohio and expansion into energy generation, AI and adjacent markets. Such forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations about future events as of the date hereof and involve many risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in our forward-looking statements. Subsequent events and developments, including actual results or changes in our assumptions, may cause our views to change. We do not undertake to update our forward-looking statements except to the extent required by applicable law. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements included herein are expressly qualified in their entirety by these cautionary statements. Our actual results and outcomes could differ materially from those included in these forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including, but not limited to, the factors set forth under the heading “Risk Factors” in our most recent annual report on Form 10-K, and any other periodic reports that we may file with the SEC.

About MARA

MARA (NASDAQ:MARA) is a global leader in digital asset compute that develops and deploys innovative technologies to build a more sustainable and inclusive future. MARA secures the world’s preeminent blockchain ledger and supports the energy transformation by converting clean, stranded, or otherwise underutilized energy into economic value.

For more information, visit www.mara.com, or follow us on:

Twitter: @MARAHoldings
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/maraholdings
Facebook: www.facebook.com/MARAHoldings
Instagram: @maraholdingsinc

MARA Company Contact:
Telephone: 800-804-1690
Email: ir@mara.com

MARA Media Contact:

Email: marathon@wachsman.com

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March 5, 2025

MIL-OSI Russia: Victims of radiation accidents to receive one-time payment from Moscow

Translartion. Region: Russians Fedetion –

Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

A decision has been made to pay one-time financial assistance to citizens who suffered as a result of radiation exposure. The corresponding order was signed by Sergei Sobyanin.

Traditionally, the payment will be timed to coincide with the anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant (NPP) accident on April 26. Its size will be from three to 10 thousand rubles, depending on the category of recipients.

It is planned that 13,632 Muscovites will receive support: these are liquidators of the Chernobyl accident, victims of other radiation accidents and disasters, as well as members of families who lost a breadwinner from among the city residents exposed to radiation.

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

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI USA: UConn School of Business to Induct Five Distinguished Business Executives into ‘Hall of Fame’

Source: US State of Connecticut

The School of Business will induct five alumni business leaders into its ‘Hall of Fame’ during a dinner and ceremony on Friday, April 11 at the Hartford Marriott Downtown.

The School’s signature event typically draws hundreds for a night of celebration.

“This year, we proudly induct five exceptional alumni into the UConn School of Business Hall of Fame. Their remarkable achievements, leadership, and dedication to service place them among the most distinguished executives in their fields,’’ says Professor Greg Reilly, interim dean of the School of Business.

“A highlight of the evening is hearing their reflections on their time at UConn and the invaluable advice they offer to students and young alumni,’’ he says. “The Hall of Fame celebration stands as one of the most inspiring and anticipated events of the year.”

Tickets to the event, which is black-tie optional, are $175 each. There is still time to become an event sponsor as well. For reservations or additional information, please visit: alumni.business.uconn.edu.

This year’s inductees include:

Entrepreneur Trisha Bailey Believes in Exceptional Service

Trisha Bailey, ’99 (CLAS) ’23 (HON) is an entrepreneur, and the founder and CEO of Bailey’s Pharmacy & Medical Equipment & Supplies, a company built on a culture of exceptional service. She oversees her flagship company, as well as other successful enterprises, employing more than 500 people and generating revenue in the hundreds of millions annually. She is also the mother of five.

Tricia Bailey (contributed photo)

Bailey graduated with a bachelor’s degree from UConn in 1999, majoring in human development and family relations, and received an honorary degree from the School of Pharmacy in 2023.

A track standout at Weaver High School in Hartford, Bailey has been a generous donor to UConn Athletics and became the first woman to have a building named in her honor on campus. She is also involved in real estate development and housing; is a minority owner of NBA teams; and is the owner of the largest equestrian farm in Florida.

A native of Jamaica, she is deeply committed to community impact, supporting underserved communities in her native land and in the U.S., supporting nursing programs, and food and toy drives.

Her autobiography “UNBROKEN’’ addresses her complex life journey and shares her deeply held values of compassion, excellence, and empowerment.

Laurie Havanec Led 300,000 Employees at CVS Health

Laurie Havanec ’82 (BUS), ’94 JD recently retired from CVS Health, where she served as Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer. In that role, she was responsible for 300,000 employees. Prior to joining CVS, Havanec served as Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer at Otis Worldwide Corporation, including during its transition from United Technologies Corporation to an independent, publicly traded company.

Laurie Havanec (contributed photo)

Havanec earned her bachelor’s degree, with a marketing major, from the School of Business in 1982. Six weeks after the birth of her second child, she returned to UConn to fill her longtime desire to study law at the UConn Law School. She completed her degree with honors.

In 2019, Havanec endowed a need-based scholarship, through UConn Women and Philanthropy, to help women in their path to law school. She has served on the Board of Directors of American Water, as a member of the Board of Trustees for both the Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame and the Connecticut Governor’s Committee on Workforce and Education. A two-time cancer survivor, Havanec has told her story many times to help educate women about the importance of breast-cancer detection and prevention.

Inclusivity Always Important to John Hodson

John Hodson ’85 (BUS), is the Founder and President of True Benefit, a division of AmWINS, a company that goes beyond traditional employee benefits to foster a culture of inclusivity, ethical practices, and community engagement. The company’s mission is to serve both business and the broader community and he has championed diversity, equity, and belonging throughout his career.

John Hodson (contributed photo)

Hodson earned his bachelor’s degree, with a marketing major, in 1985 and worked at The Travelers and ConnectiCare. He then became an insurance broker and eventually founded True Benefit. Since its inception, the company has grown to become the exclusive program and risk manager for ADP Total Source, the largest professional employer organization in the nation. True Benefit now serves more than 750,000 employees nationwide, overseeing more than $4 billion in healthcare premiums and delivering healthcare savings and solutions for small- to mid- sized businesses.

A dedicated advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and racial equity, Hodson has worked to improve insurance policies for the transgender community, addressing gaps in coverage and access to mental health care. He is also a proud supporter of UConn’s Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) initiatives, with a focus on promoting mental health and the wellbeing of students. He is actively involved with several professional organizations and serves on the Board of Trustees at Sarah Lawrence College, which two of his children attended.

Greg Lewis Served as SVP and CFO of Honeywell

Greg Lewis ’91 (BUS) is the former Senior Vice President and CFO of Honeywell, a Fortune 100 company. This month, he will be stepping down from those roles and is serving as a special advisor to the CEO of the company, where he has worked since 2006.

Greg Lewis (contributed photo)

During his time at Honeywell, he served as a catalyst for digital transformation, launched the company’s Enterprise Information Management Strategy and made significant changes for greater operational excellence. He built a culture with data at the forefront of strategic decision making and provided critical leadership in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the dynamic economic and geopolitical environment during the last five years.

Lewis earned his bachelor’s degree from the School of Business in 1991, with a major in finance, and four years later earned an MBA from Fordham University.

Over the last three years, Lewis has been involved with the School of Business, engaging with faculty and students, and mentoring teams. Lewis is a champion of diversity and inclusion and is the executive sponsor of the All-Abilities Employee Network at Honeywell with over 2,500 associates. He chairs the Charlotte (NC) Small Business Innovation Fund and is a board member for Roof Above, a Charlotte-based organization fighting homelessness. He is also an independent director on the board of Medtronic.

Lewis’ wife, Barbara, is a 1989 graduate of the School of Business. They have established a scholarship here, providing opportunities based on academic achievement and need.

Rob Skinner Named a Top Financial Advisor

Rob Skinner ’93 (CLAS) is a Founder and Managing Partner of IEQ Capital, an independent wealth management advisory firm which integrates investing and intellectual and emotional decisions.

Robert Skinner (contributed photo)

Skinner began his career at Fidelity Investments in 1995 and later joined Merrill Lynch as First Vice President of Investments. In 2008, he co-founded Luminous Capital, where he served as Chief Investment Officer, Co-Head of Investment Research, and Co-Manager of Portfolio Construction. Luminous Capital managed $5.5 billion of assets when it was acquired by First Republic Bank in 2012. At First Republic, Skinner served as Senior Managing Director and Wealth Manager.

Skinner has been lauded for his expertise, including being named as one of America’s Top Wealth Advisors by Forbes and as one of America’s Top 100 Financial Advisors by Barron’s.

Skinner earned a bachelor’s degree from UConn in 1993, with a major in political science. He is active in a host of community programs, serving on the board of directors for The First Tee of Monterey County and also the Pebble Beach Company Foundation. He is a trustee of PGA REACH, the charitable arm of the PGA of America, as well as the Naval Postgraduate School Foundation, and serves on multiple investment advisory boards.

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: Beamr Issues Annual CEO Letter to Shareholders: Highlighting 2024 Achievements and 2025 Strategy – Capitalizing on Market Validation
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

In 2025, Beamr plans to leverage the strong market validation it has gained in numerous meetings with prospective customers across key target markets, as well as participation in major events with industry leaders

Herzliya, Israel, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Beamr Imaging Ltd. (NASDAQ: BMR), a leader in video optimization technology and solutions, today issued a Letter to Shareholders from Sharon Carmel, Chief Executive Officer.

Dear Shareholders:

As we look toward a promising and exciting year ahead, I am proud to reflect on Beamr’s achievements throughout 2024, including our financial results and strong cash position for 2024, our recent accomplishments so far in Q1 2025, and look forward to our plans for Q2 2025. We believe that during 2025, Beamr will capitalize on the significant validation it has created in 2024 and convert prospects in the sales funnel into significant revenue growth in the next quarters.

2024 Highlights

Beamr Cloud and AI workflows

On February 20, 2024, we launched the Beamr Cloud SaaS solution, which enables high-efficiency, high-quality and scalable video processing at attractive pricing. Our new video cloud service, accelerated by GPUs, offers more capabilities than we initially expected, which include easy and cost-effective video standards modernization from AVC to HEVC and AV1.

Following the launch of Beamr Cloud, throughout the year, we continued to strengthen our relationships with industry leaders, such as NVIDIA, to highlight the benefits and features of using our technology in real time with AI video workflows.

In Q2 2024, we successfully executed on our product development plan, and the first AI video capabilities were integrated into Beamr Cloud. The AI video enhancements allow automatic caption and transcription generation for videos in multiple languages. Incorporating these AI features was a first step in augmenting Beamr Cloud with cutting-edge services.

We incorporated customer feedback by enhancing Beamr Cloud’s core functionality, making it ready for adoption at scale, which includes:
- Giving users more control over the compression process using custom presets; and
- Adding packaging for streaming.
Furthermore, we plan to continue introducing improvements to Beamr Cloud, making it easier to use and allow customers higher configurability and flexibly using the service.

Collaborations with Industry Giants

In 2024, Beamr highlighted its market presence by participating in eight leading trade shows and conferences, including ACM Mile High Video, GTC, NAB, SIGGRAPH, Oracle CloudWorld, IBC ,Demuxed and AWS re:Invent.

In IBC, Beamr showcased a demo of live video optimization at 4K and up to 60 frames per second (4Kp60). In SIGGRAPH, we presented with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) an optimized production of large, high-quality, high-resolution videos rendered from 3D design.

During these events, Beamr executives delivered high-impact presentations to hundreds of industry professionals, showcasing our innovative technology and expanding SaaS solutions. Furthermore, we held over 100 face-to-face meetings with existing and prospective customers. These efforts focused on differentiating Beamr in the video market and highlighting the value of our high-quality, high-efficiency, GPU-accelerated SaaS offerings to key and prospective customers in emerging markets, such as Media & Entertainment, User-Generated content and Internet-of-Things.

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

Beamr Cloud was launched on OCI in June 2024. OCI is the second cloud service that provides to its customers Beamr’s GPU-based video optimization services, following AWS.

David Hicks, Oracle’s group vice president, Worldwide ISV Cloud Business Development commented: “Beamr’s commitment to innovation with the Oracle Cloud and quality execution helps our mutual customers receive cloud-enabled, automated, and scalable video processing solutions ready to meet critical business needs.”.

The collaboration with OCI has opened up access to customers of both companies to the newest generation of GPUs, and preliminary testing showed the potential for increased video processing speed by up to 30%. Alongside the enhanced service on a second cloud platform, Beamr has achieved “Powered by Oracle Cloud Expertise” status and was chosen as one of OCI’s AI innovators.

Fundraising Activities

Following our initial public offering on Nasdaq in March 2023, in February 2024, we raised gross proceeds of $13.8 million in an underwritten offering. At the end of 2024, we had $16.4 million in cash and cash equivalents.

2025: Capitalizing on Market Validation and Materializing the Sales Funnel into Significant Revenues

Market Validation: Amazon Web Services – ISV Accelerate

In Q1 2025, Beamr joined the AWS ISV Accelerate program, a global co-sell initiative for Amazon Web Services (AWS) partners. As an Independent Software Vendor (ISV) in the program, Beamr demonstrates strong alignment with AWS’s go-to-market strategies and initiatives. Beamr had progressed from listing on AWS Marketplace to becoming an ISV Accelerate Member in just three months.

In order to achieve the high bar to ISV Accelerate program, Beamr was required to have 10 opportunities with AWS and go through a Foundational Technology Review (FTR), which validates that our solution is well-architected and using best practices specific to our SaaS.

The AWS ISV program offers key benefits to drive visibility and co-selling opportunities. By joining, Beamr can expand sales operations through the AWS sales organization and the AWS Marketplace, driving increased growth for Beamr Cloud – the video optimization service that is seamlessly connected with AWS S3 cloud storage service. For example, AWS Account Managers are eligible for incentives when selling Beamr Cloud through AWS Marketplace. They also gain exposure to ISVs through solution partner recommendation engines.

AI Video Webinar

In January 2025, Beamr hosted a webinar titled: “The Future of AI Video – From Infrastructure to Experience”. The webinar featured Richard Kerris, VP of Media & Entertainment at NVIDIA, Jeffrey Schick, VP Strategic Client Engagement Media & Entertainment at Oracle and myself. The webinar discussed the platforms and technologies that drive the AI video revolution, and explored the opportunities and challenges of AI -powered media content.

Webinar hosted by Beamr about AI video

Keynote to Industry Leaders

In February 2025, Beamr participated in the ACM Mile-High-Video, and I presented a keynote titled: “Is the Future of Video Processing Destined for GPU?”. The ACM Mile-High-Video conference is a flagship video formats and streaming event, held annually in Denver, and organized by engineers and researchers from both industry and academia.

This month, Beamr will participate in NVIDIA GTC 2025, with my session discussing the evolution of video compression and the ability to efficiently enhance videos with AI-driven capabilities in real-time during video transcoding, utilizing GPU acceleration.

CEO Sharon Carmel presenting keynote at ACM Mile-High Video 2025

SaaS planning for 2025 – from Capabilities to Solutions

In 2025, we plan to introduce more solutions, as part of our evolving strategy – to further develop our technology, enhance Beamr Cloud’s video workflows and introduce more AI-driven capabilities. This is all based on the numerous meetings we have conducted with prospective customers, as well as on the events we held and attended by industry leaders providing valuable feedback.

The key target markets we are focused on include:
- Media & entertainment
- User-generated content
- Internet of things – autonomous vehicles, and other machine learning-driven industries; and
All identified markets that rely on video as a core component of their business operations can benefit from our offering of GPU-accelerated, high-quality and AI-driven video pipelines, whether deployed via cloud platforms, such as AWS and OCI, private cloud environments for enterprises, or on-premises infrastructure.

In addition, we plan to continue to advancing our core capabilities and maintain leadership in AI video. Some of the planned core capabilities include:
- Increasing subjective and objective video quality, and
- Turning lower resolution videos to high resolution videos using super resolution.
We anticipate a strong year ahead, with expanded participation in top industry events, increased customer and partner collaborations, and a deeper commitment to strategic partnerships.

In just the first two months of 2025, Beamr has taken its partnership with AWS to the next level, to a co-sale level, has hosted industry leading companies in its own event and has been chosen to present its technology and achievements at leading industry conferences. We believe this validation shows the recognition that Beamr has achieved in the market.

The plan for the upcoming quarters and the rest of 2025 is to capitalize on the strong industry recognition and sales pipeline that we have been developing, and we are expecting significant growth in our revenues in 2025 from our existing sales funnel.

2024 Financial Results

Regarding our financial results for 2024:
- Revenues increased by $0.15 million or 5% to $3.06 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, from $2.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. The increase was primarily due to transactions with new customers versus other transactions that were terminated.
- Cost of revenues increased by $0.14 million to $0.24 million the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $0.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. The increase was primarily due to the amortization of internal-used software costs.
- Research and development expenses increased by $1.06 million, or 58% to $2.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, from $1.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. The increase was primarily due to an increase of $0.4 million in salaries, due to increased personnel and an increase of $0.48 million in professional fees due to additional sub-contractors and cloud costs.
- Selling and marketing expenses increased by $0.31 million, or 88% to $0.67 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, from $0.36 million in 2023. The increase was primarily due to an increase in personnel and an increase in conference costs.
- General and administrative expenses increased by $0.96 million, or 64% to $2.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, from $1.5 million in 2023. The increase was primarily due to increased personnel, increase in professional fees related to public company requirements and increased travel expenses to conferences.
- Financing expenses, net decreased by $0.3 million, or 141% to ($0.09) million for the year ended December 31, 2024, from $(0.2) million in 2023. The decrease was primarily due to changes in fair value of liabilities offset by interest income on bank deposits.
- Net loss for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $3.3 million or $0.22 basic net loss per ordinary share, compared to a net loss of $0.7 million, or $0.06 basic net loss per ordinary share, in the year ended December 31, 2023.
- Beamr ended 2024 with $16.4 million in cash and cash equivalents, compared to $6.1 million as of December 31, 2023.
In closing, 2024 represented a year of significant progress for Beamr as we executed on our plan by releasing and upgrading Beamr Cloud with AI video processes and workflows, participating in top industry events and increasing our customer and partner collaborations. Importantly, with our cash position at the end of 2024, we continue to have the financial flexibility to both accelerate the growth of our existing business and pursue compelling business development opportunities, a process we are actively engaged in.

Respectfully,

Sharon Carmel
Chief Executive Officer, Beamr Imaging Ltd.

A copy of Beamr’s annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024 has been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at https://www.sec.gov/ and posted on Beamr’s investor relations website at https://www.investors.beamr.com/. Beamr will deliver a hard copy of its annual report, including its complete audited consolidated financial statements, free of charge, to its shareholders upon request at investorrelations@beamr.com.

About Beamr

Beamr (Nasdaq: BMR) is a world leader in content-adaptive video optimization and modernization. The company serves top media companies like Netflix and Paramount. Beamr’s inventive perceptual optimization technology (CABR) is backed by 53 patents and won the Emmy® award for Technology and Engineering. The innovative technology reduces video file size by up to 50% while guaranteeing quality.

Beamr Cloud is a high-performance, GPU-based video optimization and modernization service designed for businesses and video professionals across diverse industries. It is conveniently available to Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) customers. Beamr Cloud enables video modernization to advanced formats such as AV1 and HEVC, and is ready for video AI workflows. For more details, please visit www.beamr.com

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements in this communication may include, among other things, statements about Beamr’s strategic and business plans, technology, relationships, objectives and expectations for its business, the impact of trends on and interest in its business, intellectual property or product and its future results, operations and financial performance and condition, including its expectations for significant revenue growth in 2025. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, contained in this press release are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release may be identified by the use of words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “seek,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “target,” “aim,” “should,” “will” “would,” or the negative of these words or other similar expressions, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are based on the Company’s current expectations and are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Further, certain forward-looking statements are based on assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. For a more detailed description of the risks and uncertainties affecting the Company, reference is made to the Company’s reports filed from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including, but not limited to, the risks detailed in the Company’s annual report filed with the SEC on March 4, 2025 and in subsequent filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements contained in this announcement are made as of the date hereof and the Company undertakes no duty to update such information except as required under applicable law. investorrelations@beamr.com

Investor Contact:

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI Africa: Secretary-General’s video message to the Tokyo Conference

Source: United Nations – English

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Excellencies, Dear Friends,

I am pleased to send warm greetings to the Tokyo Conference.

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War and the founding of the United Nations.

This milestone is a crucial opportunity to reaffirm enduring principles that emerged from one of humanity’s darkest hours:

Peace through dialogue. Respect for human rights and international law. The promotion of social progress and sustainable development.

Japan is a leader in advancing these values and a pillar of multilateralism.

Your commitment to international cooperation stands as a powerful example of how nations can transform historical legacies into positive change.

As we look to our world today, we are confronted with myriad challenges – from multiplying conflicts to the raging climate crisis, from rampant inequalities to Artificial Intelligence without sufficient guardrails.

Your conference’s theme this year reminds us that global challenges demand global solutions.

In September, Member States of the United Nations adopted the Pact for the Future.

The Pact charts a bold course for reforming multilateral institutions for the 21st century;

It calls for reforming the Security Council and the international financial architecture – so every nation, large and small, has a voice in shaping our collective future.

It seeks to prioritize prevention, mediation and peacebuilding;

Enhance coordination with regional organizations;

And develop innovative approaches to emerging security challenges.

The Pact includes new strategies to end the use of chemical and biological weapons, the first global agreement on the international regulation of AI, and the first multilateral agreement on nuclear disarmament in more than a decade.

As we prepare to mark the 80th anniversary of the devastation of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, we will continue to be guided by the inspiring example and vision of the hibakusha for a world free of nuclear weapons.

Excellencies,

By bringing together government leaders and diverse voices from around the world, the Tokyo Conference offers an important platform to advance the Pact’s objectives and drive multilateralism into the future.

Let us seize this moment to strengthen the foundations of trust, solidarity and cooperation and write a new chapter in our shared journey towards lasting peace, dignity and progress.

Thank you.

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: £1.5 billion to restore pride in Britain’s neighbourhoods
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

Press release

£1.5 billion to restore pride in Britain’s neighbourhoods

The government has announced £1.5 billion funding for 75 selected communities through the Plan for Neighbourhoods.
Turning the tide on a decade of decline, £1.5bn funding will foster stronger, better connected and healthier communities across the UK.

High streets, local parks, youth clubs, cultural venues, libraries and health and wellbeing services in scope of regeneration, creating local growth and opportunities through new Plan for Neighbourhoods.  

New neighbourhood boards across the 75 selected communities will bring together residents and businesses to decide how to spend the money in their area. 

The latest step in the government’s ambitious Plan for Change, kickstarting national renewal, taking back control of our streets and putting more money in local people’s pockets

Local people to see their high streets revived, community hubs saved and public services transformed and strengthened through the Plan for Neighbourhoods, announced today.

£1.5 billion to be handed to towns across the UK to tackle deprivation and turbocharge growth as every area joins the decade of national renewal committed to in our Plan for Change.

A total of 75 areas will each receive up to £20 million of funding and support over the next decade through the plan, with ministers vowing it will help transform “left behind” areas by unleashing their full potential by investing in delivering improved vital community services from education, health and employment, to tackling local issues like crime. Transformation will be holistic, long-term, and sustainable to deliver meaningful change in the day-to-day lives of local people.

Communities across the four nations from Scunthorpe in England, Irvine in Scotland, Wrexham in Wales, and Coleraine and Derry~Londonderry in Northern Ireland are among the areas set to benefit.  

This is the latest step in the government’s ambitious Plan for Change missions to grow the UK economy, deliver safer streets and create opportunities for everyone.

The Plan for Neighbourhoods doubles the scope of the types of projects that can benefit and is now fully aligned with the government’s long-term Plan for Change missions: breaking down barriers to opportunity and kickstarting economic growth.

Deputy Prime Minister and Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, Angela Rayner said:

“For years, too many neighbourhoods have been starved of investment, despite their potential to thrive and grow. Communities across the UK have so much to offer – rich cultural capital, unique heritage but most of all, an understanding of their own neighbourhood.

“We will do things differently, our fully funded Plan for Neighbourhoods puts local people in the driving seat of their potential, having control of where the Whitehall cash goes – what issues they want to tackle, where they want to regenerate and what growth they want turbocharge.”

Minister for Local Growth and Building Safety, Alex Norris said:

“When our local neighbourhoods thrive, the rest of the country thrives too. That’s why we are empowering communities to take control of their futures and create the regeneration and growth they want to see.

“Our Plan for Neighbourhoods we will deliver long-term funding that will bolster that inner community spirit in us all and relight the fires in corners of the UK that have for too long been left fighting for survival.

“This, along with our ambitious reforms to streamline the planning system, devolve powers and strengthen workers’ rights, will help get places and people thriving once again.”

In each area, the government will help set up a new ‘Neighbourhood Board’, bringing together residents, local businesses, and grassroots campaigners to draw up and implement a new vision for their neighbourhood.  Mayors will have a formal role in town boards allowing local people to take advantage of the powers devolved from Westminster.

Each board will decide how to spend up to £20 million – they can choose from options ranging from repairs to pavements and high streets, to setting up community grocers providing low-cost alternatives when shopping for essentials, as well as co-operatives or even neighbourhood watches.  

By creating thriving places, strengthening communities, and empowering people to take back control, areas can now drive forward their own priorities.

Through our ambitious devolution plans already underway, creating the greatest shift in power from Whitehall to local areas across England – change and growth for every corner of the country is already being seen. Leaders with skin in the game are finally able to take the lead on decision making, tackling the issues that matter to voters, breaking down barriers to opportunity and boosting economic growth.

Further information

The Plan for Neighbourhoods delivers on the commitments made to these deprived communities from the previous administration’s Long-Term Plan for Towns, which it was confirmed at the 2024 Autumn Budget would be retained and reformed.  

Ministers have also published a list of regeneration powers that communities will be encouraged to use, like the power to save pubs by listing them as community assets, and the use of respect orders to tackle repeat offenders. 

Funding will be released from April 2025 with delivery investment commencing in 2026, and areas included in the Plan for Neighbourhoods were chosen after considering key factors including rates of deprivation and healthy life expectancy.

All 75 areas receiving funding are as follows:

Scotland:

Arbroath

Elgin

Kirkwall (Orkney Islands)

Peterhead

Dumfries

Irvine

Kilmarnock

Clydebank

Coatbridge

Greenock

Wales:

Barry

Wrexham

Rhyl

Cwmbrân

Merthyr Tydfil

Northern Ireland:

Derry~Londonderry

Coleraine

North East:

Blyth

Darlington

Eston

Hartlepool

Jarrow

Spennymoor

Washington

North West:

Accrington

Ashton-Under-Lyne

Burnley

Chadderton

Darwen

Farnworth

Heywood

Kirkby

Leigh

Nelson

Newton-le-Willows

Rawtenstall

Runcorn

Yorkshire and the Humber:

Barnsley

Castleford

Dewsbury

Doncaster

Keighley

Rotherham

Scarborough

Scunthorpe

Grimsby

East Midlands:

Boston

Carlton

Chesterfield

Clifton (Notts)

Kirkby-in-Ashfield

Mansfield

Newark-on-Trent

Spalding

Worksop

Skegness

West Midlands:

Bedworth

Bilston

Darlaston

Dudley

Royal Sutton Coldfield

Smethwick

East of England:

Canvey Island

Clacton-on-Sea

Great Yarmouth

King’s Lynn

Thetford

Wisbech

Harlow

South East:

Bexhill-on-Sea

Eastbourne

Hastings

Ramsgate

Ryde

South West:

Torquay

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MIL OSI United Kingdom –
March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: Toobit Launches USDC-M Perpetual Contracts

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Toobit, the award-winning cryptocurrency derivatives exchange, today launches two new USDC-M Perpetual Contracts. Created to build greater price stability and capital efficiency on the trading platform, the product launch will begin with the flagship pairs, BTC/USDC and ETH/USDC.

“As crypto markets mature, traders increasingly demand a more predictable margin system,” said Mike Williams, Chief Communication Officer of Toobit, “USDC perpetuals delivers on this need by minimizing exposure to potential fluctuations, making advanced trading strategies more accessible than ever.”

By reducing exposure to collateral volatility, traders can manage risk more effectively on Toobit, while still accessing leverage of up to 175x.

The crypto exchange also adopts transparent real-time PnL calculations and institutional-grade matching engines– platform features operating behind the scenes to ensure a seamless trading experience around the clock.

USDC-M Perpetual Contracts, also known as USDC-M Perpetuals, are settled with USD Coin (USDC). Similar to USDT-M Perpetual Contracts, fees are typically settled between the long position holders and short position holders every 8 hours.

To start trading, users simply need to transfer USDC to their derivatives account, navigate to the USDC Perpetual Contracts section, select their preferred leverage, and execute their positions. Fees can range from 0.02% for makers and 0.06% for takers.

For more information on Perpetual Contracts, visit the Derivatives tab on http://www.toobit.com

About Toobit

Toobit is where the future of crypto trading unfolds—an award-winning cryptocurrency derivatives exchange built for those who thrive exploring new frontiers. With deep liquidity and cutting-edge technology, Toobit empowers traders worldwide to navigate the digital asset markets with confidence. We offer a fair, secure, seamless, and transparent trading experience, ensuring every trade is an opportunity to discover what’s next.

For more information about Toobit, visit: Website | X | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord | Instagram

Contact: Davin C.

Email: market@toobit.com

Website: www.toobit.com

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: Municipality Finance Group’s Annual Report for 2024 published
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

Municipality Finance Plc
Stock exchange release
4 March 2025 at 2:00 pm (EET)

Municipality Finance Group’s Annual Report for 2024 published

Municipality Finance Group’s Annual Report and Corporate Governance Statement for the year 2024 have been published in English and Finnish.

MuniFin Group’s Annual Report fulfills the reporting requirements of European Single Electronic Format (ESEF). In accordance with these requirements, Report of the Board of Directors and the Consolidated Financial Statements are published not only in the Annual Report file but additionally in a separate zip file in which Report of the Board and the Financial Statements are marked up with XBRL tags. These ESEF Financial Statements have been subject to an independent auditor’s assurance.

MuniFin Group has also published Pillar 3 Disclosure document in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 575/2013 and Directive 2013/36/EU. The document is available in English. The remuneration aspects of Pillar 3 reporting are also available separately in Finnish in MuniFin Group’s Remuneration Report 2024.

MuniFin Group has also published its Green Impact Report and Social Impact Report for 2024 in English.

All of the above-mentioned reports are available on MuniFin’s website at www.munifin.fi.

MUNICIPALITY FINANCE PLC

Further information:

Esa Kallio
President and CEO
tel. +358 50 337 7953

MuniFin (Municipality Finance Plc) is one of Finland’s largest credit institutions. The company is owned by Finnish municipalities, the public sector pension fund Keva and the Republic of Finland. The Group’s balance sheet totals over EUR 53 billion.

MuniFin builds a better and more sustainable future with its customers. MuniFin’s customers include municipalities, joint municipal authorities, wellbeing services counties, corporate entities under their control, and non-profit organisations nominated by the Housing Finance and Development Centre of Finland (ARA). Lending is used for environmentally and socially responsible investment targets such as public transportation, sustainable buildings, hospitals and healthcare centres, schools and day care centres, and homes for people with special needs.

MuniFin’s customers are domestic, but the company operates in a completely global business environment. The company is an active Finnish bond issuer in international capital markets and the first Finnish green and social bond issuer. The funding is exclusively guaranteed by the Municipal Guarantee Board.

Read more: www.munifin.fi

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This communication does not constitute an offer of securities for sale in the United States. The notes have not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) or under the applicable securities laws of any state of the United States and may not be offered or sold, directly or indirectly, within the United States or to, or for the account or benefit of, U.S. persons except pursuant to an applicable exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act.

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: FactSet Acquires LogoIntern

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

NORWALK, Conn., March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FactSet (NYSE: FDS | NASDAQ: FDS), a global financial digital platform and enterprise solutions provider, announced the acquisition of TableTop Data, Inc. (“LogoIntern”), a workflow tool beloved by junior bankers to streamline the unenviable task of adding, organizing, and formatting logos into pitch decks. This acquisition builds on FactSet’s recently launched Pitch Creator solution to bring automation to another time-consuming and manual aspect of a junior banker’s daily workflow.

“So many of us have spent too much time resizing, reordering, and manipulating logos in presentations. While an annoyance for most, for our investment banking clients, this tedious and mundane task is a necessary part of their pitch creation workflow,” said Kendra Brown, Senior Vice President and Senior Director of Banking and Sell-Side Research at FactSet. “FactSet is committed to improving junior banker productivity and driving deal capacity. Incorporating LogoIntern into our product portfolio will free up time for our users to focus on more interesting, higher-value work.”

Founded in 2016 by a former investment banking analyst, LogoIntern offers a productivity solution that helps financial services professionals create well formatted logo outputs for presentations faster. Current customers include leading global investment banks, boutique advisors, middle market banks, and private equity and venture capital firms.

“When I started LogoIntern, my goal was to create modern software tools that make tedious work better for junior bankers,” said Jack Archer, Founder and CEO, LogoIntern. “I’m excited to continue this mission at FactSet and join the team in building the next generation of banker productivity solutions that empower users and bring new-found efficiency to their daily work.”

The transaction closed on March 3, 2025 and is not expected to have a material impact on FactSet’s fiscal 2025 results.

About FactSet

FactSet (NYSE:FDS | NASDAQ:FDS) helps the financial community to see more, think bigger, and work better. Our digital platform and enterprise solutions deliver financial data, analytics, and open technology to more than 8,200 global clients, including over 218,000 individual users. Clients across the buy-side and sell-side as well as wealth managers, private equity firms, and corporations achieve more every day with our comprehensive and connected content, flexible next-generation workflow solutions, and client-centric specialized support. As a member of the S&P 500, we are committed to sustainable growth and have been recognized amongst the Best Places to Work in 2023 by Glassdoor as a Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award winner. Learn more at www.factset.com and follow us on X and LinkedIn.

FactSet

Investor Relations:
investor_relations@factset.com

Media Relations:
Megan Kovach
+1.512.736.2795
megan.kovach@factset.com

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: Next Hydrogen receives its ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certifications

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Next Hydrogen Solutions Inc. (“Next Hydrogen“ or the “Company”) (TSXV:NXH, OTC:NXHSF) is pleased to announce that it has received official ISO 9001-2015 and ISO 45001-2018 certification notices for its 6610 Edwards Blvd site in Mississauga, Canada. These certifications demonstrate and certify Next Hydrogen’s standardized quality systems, health and safety management systems, supplier selection processes, and continuous improvement processes.

With these certifications Next Hydrogen has demonstrated that we have a robust operating system that can be scaled quickly to effectively support our growing customer base. Team Next Hydrogen is poised to exceed our customers’ expectations and become the supplier of choice for green hydrogen electrolysis systems. In 2024, the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) provided a $2 million investment to Next Hydrogen which was critical in allowing Next Hydrogen to further enhance its quality standards and processes to help secure these certifications.

“These important certifications highlight our team’s continued commitment and dedication to build our brand steeped in innovation, quality, safety and reliability”, said Raveel Afzaal, President & CEO. “We are particularly grateful to FedDev Ontario for their financial support to achieve this critical milestone as part of our scale-up activities.”

“Congratulations to Next Hydrogen on this impressive milestone. Investments in clean technology companies, like Next Hydrogen, bolster Canada’s position as a global leader in green manufacturing and support our carbon reduction objectives,” said the Honourable Ruby Sahota, Minister of Democratic Institutions and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.

About Next Hydrogen Solutions Inc.
Founded in 2007, Next Hydrogen Solutions Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of water electrolyzers that use water and electricity as inputs to generate clean hydrogen for use as a green energy source or a green industrial feedstock. Next Hydrogen’s unique cell design architecture supported by 40 patents enables high current density operations and superior dynamic response to efficiently convert intermittent renewable electricity into green hydrogen on an infrastructure scale. Following successful pilots, Next Hydrogen is scaling up its technology to deliver commercial solutions to decarbonize transportation and industrial sectors. For further information: www.nexthydrogen.com

About FedDev Ontario
For 15 years, the Government of Canada, through FedDev Ontario, has worked to advance and diversify the southern Ontario economy through funding opportunities and business services that support innovation, growth and job creation in Canada’s most populous region. The Agency has delivered impressive results, which can be seen in southern Ontario businesses that are creating innovative technologies, improving productivity, growing revenues, creating jobs, and in the economic advancement of communities across the region. Learn more about the impacts the Agency is having in southern Ontario by exploring our investment profiles, our Southern Ontario Spotlight, and FedDev Ontario’s X, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Cautionary Statements
This news release contains “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking statements”. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements and are based on expectations, estimates and projections as at the date of this news release. Any statement that involves discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as “expects”, or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “anticipates” or “does not anticipate”, “plans”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “forecasts”, “estimates”, “believes” or “intends” or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results “may” or “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable, are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors which may cause the actual results and future events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to: the risks associated with the hydrogen industry in general; delays or changes in plans with respect to infrastructure development or capital expenditures; the uncertainty of estimates and projections relating to costs and expenses; failure to obtain necessary regulatory approvals; health, safety and environmental risks; uncertainties resulting from potential delays or changes in plans with respect to infrastructure developments or capital expenditures; currency exchange rate fluctuations; as well as general economic conditions, stock market volatility; and the ability to access sufficient capital. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release. Except as required by law, there will be no obligation to update the forward-looking statements of beliefs, opinions, projections, or other factors, should they change.

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: Fusion Fuel Closes $1.3 Million Follow-On Financing

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

DUBLIN, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via IBN – Fusion Fuel Green PLC (Nasdaq: HTOO) (“Fusion Fuel” or the “Company”), a leading provider of full-service energy engineering and advisory solutions, today announced that it has closed a $1.3 million private placement of senior convertible notes with certain institutional investors.

The senior convertible notes were issued at a weighted-average original issue discount of approximately 23% for an aggregate purchase price of $1.0 million, mature in August 2026, and carry an 8% annual interest rate. In connection with the financing, the Company also issued warrants to the noteholders, providing additional equity participation.

“This follow-on financing further solidifies our financial position and underscores the ongoing commitment from our investors,” commented John-Paul Backwell, Chief Executive Officer of Fusion Fuel. “Their continued support reinforces the confidence in our long-term strategy and ability to execute. With these investments, we are strengthening our position as a diversified energy services leader, delivering value across the entire energy ecosystem.”

The proceeds from the financing are expected to provide additional working capital.

Additional information regarding the terms of the senior convertible notes and related warrants can be found in the Company’s report on Form 6-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on March 3, 2025.

About Fusion Fuel Green PLC

Fusion Fuel Green PLC (NASDAQ: HTOO) is an emerging leader in the energy services sector, offering a comprehensive suite of energy engineering and advisory solutions through its Al Shola Gas and BrightHy brands. Al Shola Gas provides full-service industrial gas solutions, including the design, supply, and maintenance of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) systems, as well as the transport and distribution of LPG to a broad range of customers across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors. BrightHy, the Company’s newly launched hydrogen solutions platform, focuses on delivering innovative engineering and advisory services that enable decarbonization across hard-to-abate industries.

Learn more about Fusion Fuel by visiting our website at https://www.fusion-fuel.eu and following us on LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes “forward-looking statements.” Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as “estimate,” “plan,” “project,” “forecast,” “intend,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “seek,” “target”, “may”, “intend”, “predict”, “should”, “would”, “predict”, “potential”, “seem”, “future”, “outlook” or other similar expressions (or negative versions of such words or expressions) that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, conditions or results, and involve a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors, many of which are outside the Company’s control, that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements. Fusion Fuel has based these forward-looking statements largely on its current expectations, including but not limited the ability of the investment reported on to be consummated as anticipated. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties (including those set forth in Fusion Fuel’s Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission) which could cause actual results to differ from the forward-looking statements.

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: Aviva Canada: New data shows staggering rise in fraud across the country as Fraud Prevention Month kicks off
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)
- Aviva Canada data reveals a 76% rise in claim fraud investigations in 2024.
- Auto-related incidents accounted for 67% of all claim fraud investigations during the past year.
- Bad actors are capitalizing on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and technology for their malicious activities and Canadians are urged to keep vigilant.
TORONTO, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — From auto theft to AI-generated documents and beyond, fraud continues to be one of the more pressing issues facing Canadian consumers and businesses in 2025.

As Fraud Prevention Month kicks off, new data from Aviva Canada has revealed a 46% increase in claim fraud detection – and a staggering 76% rise in fraud investigations – in 2024. Auto-related incidents alone accounted for two-thirds (67%) of all claim fraud investigations during the past year. Advancements in AI and its use by individuals to falsify information are expected to be on the rise in 2025.

“People are getting more sophisticated and innovative in their approaches when engaging in potentially fraudulent activity, making it increasingly difficult for the average Canadian to spot,” says Jamie Lee, Head of Financial Crime and Fraud, Aviva Canada. “Insurance fraud costs Canadians $1 billion per year in added premiums. It’s vital for Canadians to stay educated on the rising trends to better protect themselves.”

Five Emerging Fraud Trends to Watch in 2025
The methods used by bad actors are constantly evolving, so it’s important for Canadians to stay current on emerging trends. Aviva Canada’s data shows five types of fraud that are growing in the Canadian market:
- Vehicle Theft and ReVINing – Vehicle thefts remain above pre-pandemic levels, with a 58% increase in investigations in the latter half of 2024. Stolen vehicles are often shipped overseas, or their VIN numbers altered and resold to unsuspecting Canadian buyers with false documentation. With the tightening of Canada-US borders, more stolen vehicles could remain in Canada, increasing the likelihood of Canadians buying a stolen vehicle from online public marketplaces.
- Staged Auto Accidents – Increasing in numbers and complexity, staging false auto accidents is a trend on the rise across Canada. Aviva Canada saw a 47% increase in the number of staged accidents caught in Q4 2024. This type of scam could be linked to organized crime groups operating in Canada.
- AI-Enabled Falsified or Forged Documents – The use of technology AI to edit or falsify documents is increasingly evident in investigations. This technology is frequently seen in both staged claims and opportunistic fraud, where it is used to create false claims or inflate legitimate claims, such as personal and commercial property contents claims, by supporting them with false invoices.
- Ghost Brokers – People posing as licensed insurance brokers to sell fake policies or manipulate information to secure lower premiums is a growing concern in Canada, often leaving unsuspecting consumers without valid coverage. Consumers should be extra vigilant when purchasing insurance. They are encouraged to check their provincial registries to ensure the person they’re dealing with is properly licensed and confirm proof of insurance directly with the insurer.
- Policy Misrepresentation – Individuals may misrepresent or omit key information from their insurance policies such as their true address, the intended use of a vehicle or property, or not disclosing major construction or renovations being done. These incidents can unfortunately lead to honest customers paying disproportionately higher premiums.
“Fraud impacts Canadians not only financially, but also mentally and emotionally,” adds Lee. “Fraud costs everyone and drives up insurance premiums. At Aviva Canada, we are continuing to work with law enforcement and industry stakeholders to better protect Canadians from fraud.”

For tips and more information on how to protect yourself or to report fraud, you can visit Aviva Canada’s Fraud Hub.

Media Contact:
Kelsie Ludlow
Communications Specialist
Tel: 437-331-7209
Email: Kelsie.ludlow@aviva.com

About Aviva Canada

Aviva Canada is one of the leading property and casualty insurance groups in the country, providing home, automobile, lifestyle, and business insurance to 2.5 million customers coast to coast. A subsidiary of UK-based Aviva plc, we have the financial strength, scale and are a trusted insurance provider globally for more than 325 years.

For more information, visit aviva.ca or Aviva Canada’s blog, LinkedIn and Instagram pages.

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March 5, 2025

MIL-OSI: QuantaSing to Report Second Fiscal Quarter Financial Results on March 11, 2025

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

BEIJING, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — QuantaSing Group Limited (NASDAQ: QSG) (“QuantaSing” or the “Company”), a leading lifestyle solution provider empowering adults to live better and longer, today announced that it plans to release its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, before the U.S. market opens on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.

The Company’s management will hold an earnings conference call at 07:00 A.M. Eastern Time on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 (07:00 P.M. Beijing Time on the same day) to discuss the financial results.

Listeners may access the call by dialing the following numbers:
International: United States Toll Free: Mainland China Toll Free: Hong Kong Toll Free: Conference ID:	1-412-902-4272 1-888-346-8982 4001-201203 800-905945 QuantaSing Group Limited

The replay will be accessible through March 18, 2025 by dialing the following numbers:
International: United States Toll Free: Replay Access Code:	1-412-317-0088 1-877-344-7529 7982374

A live and archived webcast of the conference call will also be available at the Company’s investor relations website at https://ir.quantasing.com.

About QuantaSing Group Limited
QuantaSing is a leading lifestyle solution provider empowering adults to live better and longer. Leveraging its profound understanding of adult users and robust infrastructure, QuantaSing offers easy-to-understand, affordable, and accessible online courses to adult learners as well as consumer products and service in selected areas to address the senior users’ aspirations for wellness.

For more information, please visit: https://ir.quantasing.com.

Contact
Investor Relations
Leah Guo
QuantaSing Group Limited
Email: ir@quantasing.com
Tel: +86 (10) 6493-7857

Robin Yang, Partner
ICR, LLC
Email: QuantaSing.IR@icrinc.com
Phone: +1 (212) 537-0429

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March 5, 2025

MIL-OSI: Kingsoft Cloud to Report Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results on March 19, 2025

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

BEIJING, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: KC and HKEX: 3896) (“Kingsoft Cloud” or the “Company”), a leading cloud service provider in China, today announced that it will release its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024 ended December 31, 2024 before the open of U.S. markets on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Kingsoft Cloud’s management will host an earnings conference call on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 8:15 am, U.S. Eastern Time (8:15 pm, Beijing/Hong Kong Time on the same day).

Preregistration Information
Participants can register for the conference call by navigating to https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIc315136cafe94825b98dca6b37795790 Once preregistration has been completed, participants will receive dial-in numbers, direct event passcode, and a unique access PIN.

To join the conference, simply dial the number in the calendar invite you receive after preregistering, enter the passcode followed by your PIN, and you will join the conference instantly.

Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will also be available on the Company’s investor relations website at http://ir.ksyun.com.

About Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited

Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: KC and HKEX: 3896) is a leading cloud service provider in China. Kingsoft Cloud has built a comprehensive and reliable cloud platform consisting of extensive cloud infrastructure, cutting-edge cloud products and well-architected industry-specific solutions across public cloud and enterprise cloud.

For more information, please visit: http://ir.ksyun.com.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited
Nicole Shan
Tel: +86 (10) 6292-7777 Ext. 6300
Email: ksc-ir@kingsoft.com

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI: HUNTPAL Showcases Success at SCI Convention in Nashville

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — UPAY Inc. (“UPAY” or the “Company”) (OTCQB: UPYY) is pleased to announce the successful participation of its subsidiary, HUNTPAL, at the 2024 Safari Club International (SCI) Annual Convention and the Ultimate Sportsmen’s Market. This prestigious event, held at the Music City Center in Nashville, Tennessee, brought together thousands of passionate hunters, outfitters, and industry leaders from around the world, celebrating SCI’s ongoing commitment to hunting advocacy and wildlife conservation.

HUNTPAL made a strong impression at the convention, supporting one of its premier outfitters and introducing its brand to SCI attendees and the global hunting community. This event served as a pivotal moment for HUNTPAL, reinforcing its role in connecting hunters with top-tier outfitters while promoting ethical and sustainable hunting practices.

Jaco Fölscher, CEO of UPAY and Director of HUNTPAL, commented: “The SCI Convention provided an unparalleled platform for HUNTPAL to engage with passionate hunters and industry leaders. Our presence not only strengthened our relationships with outfitters but also showcased HUNTPAL’s mission to revolutionize the hunting experience by offering seamless, trusted connections between hunters and professional outfitters worldwide.”

The SCI Convention featured over 800 exhibitors, presenting world-class hunting opportunities, cutting-edge hunting gear, and luxury goods. Attendees had the chance to explore a diverse range of products, book premium hunting trips, and engage with leading experts in the field. The event also included educational seminars, celebrity appearances, and record-breaking auctions that raised millions for SCI’s advocacy and conservation efforts.

HUNTPAL’s participation at SCI Nashville highlights its commitment to enhancing the hunting industry by fostering meaningful connections and supporting conservation initiatives. The overwhelming success of this year’s convention marks an exciting milestone for HUNTPAL as it continues to expand its footprint in the global hunting community.

For media inquiries, please contact:

CONTACT INFORMATION UPAY INC.
Email: info@upaytechnology.com

About UPAY Inc.:
UPAY Inc. is a forward-thinking US public company dedicated to providing cutting-edge financial solutions to its clients. With a focus on innovation and user-centric design, UPAY remains at the forefront of technology in the fintech sector.

About HUNTPAL:
HUNTPAL partners with top-tier outfitters and specializes in all-inclusive hunting and adventure travel packages. With a commitment to responsible hunting and conservation, HUNTPAL offers unforgettable experiences to US hunters while preserving South Africa’s wildlife and supporting local communities.

CAUTIONARY DISCLOSURE ABOUT FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS:
The information contained in this publication does not constitute an offer to sell or solicit an offer to buy securities of UPAY Inc. This publication contains forward-looking statements, which are not guarantees of future performance. The Company has no obligation to provide the recipient with additional updated information. No information in this publication should be interpreted as any indication whatsoever of the Company’s future revenues, results of operations, or stock price.

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March 5, 2025
MIL-OSI United Nations: Secretary-General’s video message to the Tokyo Conference

Source: United Nations secretary general

Download the vídeo: https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/downloads2.unmultimedia.org/public/video/evergreen/MSG+SG+/SG+07+Feb+25/3336951_MSG+SG+TOKYO+CONFERENCE+2025+07+FEB+25.mp4

Excellencies, Dear Friends,

I am pleased to send warm greetings to the Tokyo Conference.

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War and the founding of the United Nations.

This milestone is a crucial opportunity to reaffirm enduring principles that emerged from one of humanity’s darkest hours:

Peace through dialogue. Respect for human rights and international law. The promotion of social progress and sustainable development.

Japan is a leader in advancing these values and a pillar of multilateralism.

Your commitment to international cooperation stands as a powerful example of how nations can transform historical legacies into positive change.

As we look to our world today, we are confronted with myriad challenges – from multiplying conflicts to the raging climate crisis, from rampant inequalities to Artificial Intelligence without sufficient guardrails.

Your conference’s theme this year reminds us that global challenges demand global solutions.

In September, Member States of the United Nations adopted the Pact for the Future.

The Pact charts a bold course for reforming multilateral institutions for the 21st century;

It calls for reforming the Security Council and the international financial architecture – so every nation, large and small, has a voice in shaping our collective future.

It seeks to prioritize prevention, mediation and peacebuilding;

Enhance coordination with regional organizations;

And develop innovative approaches to emerging security challenges.

The Pact includes new strategies to end the use of chemical and biological weapons, the first global agreement on the international regulation of AI, and the first multilateral agreement on nuclear disarmament in more than a decade.

As we prepare to mark the 80th anniversary of the devastation of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, we will continue to be guided by the inspiring example and vision of the hibakusha for a world free of nuclear weapons.

Excellencies,

By bringing together government leaders and diverse voices from around the world, the Tokyo Conference offers an important platform to advance the Pact’s objectives and drive multilateralism into the future.

Let us seize this moment to strengthen the foundations of trust, solidarity and cooperation and write a new chapter in our shared journey towards lasting peace, dignity and progress.

Thank you.

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March 5, 2025

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