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  • MIL-OSI: Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. Confirms Monthly Dividend for April 15, 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CALGARY, Alberta, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. (TSX: PEY) (“Peyto”) confirms that the monthly dividend with respect to March 2025 of $0.11 per common share is to be paid on April 15, 2025, for shareholders of record on March 31, 2025.

    Dividends paid by Peyto to Canadian residents are eligible dividends for Canadian income tax purposes.

    Shareholders and interested investors are encouraged to visit the Peyto website at www.peyto.com to learn more about what makes Peyto one of North America’s most exciting energy companies. The website also includes a monthly report, which discusses various topics chosen by the President and CEO and includes estimates of monthly capital expenditures and production. For further information please contact:

    Jean-Paul Lachance
    President and Chief Executive Officer
    Phone: (403) 261-6081
    Fax:     (403) 451-4100
    info@peyto.com

    Certain information set forth in this document, including management’s assessment of Peyto’s future plans and operations, contains forward-looking statements. By their nature, forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, some of which are beyond these parties’ control, including the impact of general economic conditions, industry conditions, volatility of commodity prices, currency fluctuations, imprecision of reserve estimates, environmental risks, competition from other industry participants, the lack of availability of qualified personnel or management, stock market volatility and ability to access sufficient capital from internal and external sources. Readers are cautioned that the assumptions used in the preparation of such information, although considered reasonable at the time of preparation, may prove to be imprecise and, as such, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements. Peyto’s actual results, performance or achievement could differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, these forward-looking statements and, accordingly, no assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what benefits that Peyto will derive therefrom. The Toronto Stock Exchange has neither approved nor disapproved the information contained herein.

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  • MIL-OSI: Nokia Corporation: Repurchase of own shares on 14.03.2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Nokia Corporation
    Stock Exchange Release
    14 March 2025 at 22:30 EET

    Nokia Corporation: Repurchase of own shares on 14.03.2025

    Espoo, Finland – On 14 March 2025 Nokia Corporation (LEI: 549300A0JPRWG1KI7U06) has acquired its own shares (ISIN FI0009000681) as follows:

    Trading venue (MIC Code) Number of shares Weighted average price / share, EUR*
    XHEL 2,431,999 4.87
    CEUX 1,376,481 4.87
    BATE – –
    AQEU 169,328 4.88
    TQEX – –
    Total 3,977,808 4.87

    * Rounded to two decimals

    On 22 November 2024, Nokia announced that its Board of Directors is initiating a share buyback program to offset the dilutive effect of new Nokia shares issued to the shareholders of Infinera Corporation and certain Infinera Corporation share-based incentives. The repurchases in compliance with the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) 596/2014 (MAR), the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052 and under the authorization granted by Nokia’s Annual General Meeting on 3 April 2024 started on 25 November 2024 and end by 31 December 2025 and target to repurchase 150 million shares for a maximum aggregate purchase price of EUR 900 million.

    Total cost of transactions executed on 14 March 2025 was EUR 19 391 018. After the disclosed transactions, Nokia Corporation holds 172 084 787 treasury shares.

    Details of transactions are included as an appendix to this announcement.

    On behalf of Nokia Corporation

    BofA Securities Europe SA

    About Nokia
    At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together.

    As a B2B technology innovation leader, we are pioneering networks that sense, think and act by leveraging our work across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. In addition, we create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs which is celebrating 100 years of innovation.

    With truly open architectures that seamlessly integrate into any ecosystem, our high-performance networks create new opportunities for monetization and scale. Service providers, enterprises and partners worldwide trust Nokia to deliver secure, reliable and sustainable networks today – and work with us to create the digital services and applications of the future.

    Inquiries:

    Nokia Communications
    Phone: +358 10 448 4900
    Email: press.services@nokia.com
    Maria Vaismaa, Global Head of External Communications

    Nokia Investor Relations
    Phone: +358 931 580 507
    Email: investor.relations@nokia.com

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  • MIL-OSI: $125MM Construction Loan in DUMBO Financed by Bravo Property Trust and Integritas Capital

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bravo Property Trust, in partnership with Integritas Capital, closed a $125M million senior construction loan in Dumbo for an office-to-residential conversion. Bravo Property Trust, a construction and bridge lending affiliate of Bravo Capital, originated and led the senior loan alongside Man Group.

    “We are proud to finance best-in-class locations like Dumbo, and sponsors who have a decades long track record of consistent success,” Aaron Krawitz, CEO of Bravo Capital and Bravo Property Trust, said in a statement.

    The property is an existing 8-story gut renovated office building that will be converted into multifamily rentals under the new 467m tax abatement program, with a new 11-story vertical condo development on top. The multifamily and condo portions will each have their own class-A amenity space including tenant lounges, outdoor space, and a fitness center. All units overlook the Brooklyn Bridge. Located on the border of Dumbo and Downtown Brooklyn, the subject is proximate to the F, A, and C subway lines offering direct access to Manhattan.

    “Our platform is designed to deliver smart, strategic financing that drives transformative projects like this one. The Dumbo conversion is a prime example of revitalizing a top-tier location while creating high-quality housing in a market with strong demand,” Gabi Moshayev, Founder & Chairman of Bravo Property Trust, said.

    New York City’s new 467m tax abatement program will provide the multifamily portion of the property with a tax abatement for 35 years in exchange for reserving 25% of units for low-income tenants. The abatement provides a 65% exemption for the first 30 years and drops 10% per year starting in year 31.

    “At Integritas, we are among the few nationally to have converted office and other commercial buildings to residential in multiple cities under our equity strategy. This expertise supported our ability to close this large and complex loan quickly,” Stephen Palmese, Co-Founder and Managing Principal of Integritas Capital, said.

    The completed project will be a landmark 19-story residential tower.

    About Bravo Property Trust: Bravo Property Trust is a leading bridge and construction financing platform, which, along with its affiliates, has closed over $1.5 billion in financing. For more information about Bravo Property Trust and Bravo Capital and its services, please visit https://bravocapital.com/ and https://bravopropertytrust.com/ or contact (212-729-4962).

    About Integritas Capital: IC is a vertically integrated private equity firm with a broad range of investments with a focus on commercial real estate private equity and private credit. Since 2004, Integritas Capital has been the direct developer or lead investor in $2.5 billion in real estate projects across ground up development, direct investment and preferred equity investment, the acquiring of non-performing loans and the origination of whole loans and mezzanine financing.

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/85f88b33-5117-4f56-ba47-eec258b132b6

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  • MIL-OSI: VALUE LINE, INC. ANNOUNCES EARNINGS FOR FIRST NINE MONTHS OF FISCAL 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Value Line, Inc., (NASDAQ: VALU) reported strong financial results:

    • During the nine months ended January 31, 2025, the Company’s net income of $16,735,000, or $1.78 per share, was 17.6% above net income of $14,232,000, or $1.51 per share, for the nine months ended January 31, 2024.
       
    • During the nine months ended January 31, 2025, Value Line’s income of $13,781,000 from its non-voting revenues interest in Eulav Asset Management (“EAM”) and non-voting profits interest in EAM increased $4,440,000 or 47.5% above the prior fiscal year.
       
    • For the nine months ended January 31, 2025, the Company’s total investment gains of $3,557,000 increased $1,872,000, or 111.1% above the prior fiscal year.
       
    • Retained earnings at January 31, 2025, were $112,508,000, an increase of 7.9% compared to retained earnings at April 30, 2024.
       
    • Shareholders’ equity reached $98,950,000 at January 31, 2025, an increase of 9.0% from the shareholders’ equity of $90,793,000 as of April 30, 2024.

    The Company’s quarterly report on Form 10-Q has been filed with the SEC and is available on the Company’s website at www.valueline.com/About/corporate_filings.aspx. Shareholders may receive a printed copy, free of charge upon request to the Company at the address above, Attn: Corporate Secretary.

    Value Line, Inc. is a leading New York based provider of investment research. The Value Line Investment Survey is one of the most widely used sources of independent equity investment research. Value Line also publishes a range of proprietary investment research in both print and digital formats including research in the areas of Mutual Funds, ETFs and Options. Value Line’s acclaimed research also enables the Company to provide specialized products such as Value Line Select, The Value Line Special Situations Service, Value Line Select ETFs, Value Line Select: Dividend Income & Growth, The New Value Line ETFs Service, The Value Line M&A Service, Information You Should Know Wealth Newsletter, The Value Line Climate Change Investing Service and certain Value Line copyrights, distributed under agreements including certain proprietary ranking system information and other proprietary information used in third party products. Value Line’s products are available to individual investors by mail, at www.valueline.com or by calling 1-800-VALUELINE or 1-800-825-8354, while institutional-level services for professional investors, advisers, corporate, academic, and municipal libraries are offered at www.ValueLinePro.com, www.ValueLineLibrary.com and by calling 1-800-531-1425.

    Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information

    In this report, “Value Line,” “we,” “us,” “our” refers to Value Line, Inc. and “the Company” refers to Value Line and its subsidiaries unless the context otherwise requires.

    This report contains statements that are predictive in nature, depend upon or refer to future events or conditions (including certain projections and business trends) accompanied by such phrases as “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “will”, “intend” and other similar or negative expressions, that are “forward-looking statements” as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Actual results for Value Line, Inc. (“Value Line” or “the Company”) may differ materially from those projected as a result of certain risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to the following:

    • maintaining revenue from subscriptions for the Company’s digital and print published products;
    • changes in investment trends and economic conditions, including global financial issues;
    • changes in Federal Reserve policies affecting interest rates and liquidity along with resulting effects on equity markets;
    • stability of the banking system, including the success of U.S. government policies and actions in regard to banks with liquidity or capital issues, along with the associated impact on equity markets;
    • continuation of orderly markets for equities and corporate and governmental debt securities;
    • problems protecting intellectual property rights in Company methods and trademarks;
    • protecting confidential information including customer confidential or personal information that we may possess;
    • dependence on non-voting revenues and non-voting profits interests in EULAV Asset Management, a Delaware statutory trust (“EAM” or “EAM Trust”), which serves as the investment advisor to the Value Line Funds and engages in related distribution, marketing and administrative services;
    • fluctuations in EAM’s and third party copyright assets under management due to broadly based changes in the values of equity and debt securities, market sector variations, redemptions by investors and other factors;
    • possible changes in the valuation of EAM’s intangible assets from time to time;
    • possible changes in future revenues or collection of receivables from significant customers;
    • dependence on key executive and specialist personnel;
    • risks associated with the outsourcing of certain functions, technical facilities, and operations, including in some instances outside the U.S.;
    • risks of potential tariffs and other restrictions affecting the cost and availability of materials, equipment, and other necessary inputs to the Company’s operations;
    • competition in the fields of publishing, copyright and investment management, along with associated effects on the level and structure of prices and fees, and the mix of services delivered;
    • the impact of government regulation on the Company’s and EAM’s businesses;
    • federal and/or state legislative changes that might affect Value Line’s business;
    • the availability of free or low cost investment information through discount brokers or generally over the internet;
    • the economic and other impacts of global political and military conflicts;
    • continued availability of generally dependable energy supplies and transportation facilities in the geographic areas in which the company and certain suppliers operate;
    • terrorist attacks, cyber attacks and natural disasters;
    • the need for changes in our business plans because of unexpected events that occur;
    • widespread illnesses which may drastically affect markets, employment, and other economic conditions, and may have additional unpredictable impacts on employees, suppliers, customers, and operations;
    • changes in prices and availability of materials and other inputs and services, such as freight and postage, required by the Company;
    • other risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to the risks described in Part I, Item 1A, “Risk Factors” of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended April 30, 2024 and in Part II, Item 1A of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended January 31, 2025; and other risks and uncertainties arising from time to time.

    These factors are not necessarily all of the important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any of our forward-looking statements. Other unknown or unpredictable factors which may involve external factors over which we may have no control could also have material adverse effects on future results. Likewise, changes we make in our plans, objectives, strategies, or intentions, which may occur at any time in our discretion, could also have material favorable or adverse effects on our future results. Except as otherwise required to be disclosed in periodic reports required to be filed by public companies with the SEC pursuant to the SEC’s rules, we have no duty to update these statements, and we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. In light of these risks and uncertainties, current plans, anticipated actions, and future financial conditions and results may differ from those expressed in any forward-looking information contained herein.

    Contact: Howard A. Brecher                                         
    Value Line, Inc.
    212-907-1500

    www.valueline.com
    www.ValueLinePro.com, www.ValueLineLibrary.com
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  • MIL-OSI: Castellum Announces Proposed Public Offering of Common Stock and Warrants

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    VIENNA, Va., March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Castellum, Inc. (the “Company” or “Castellum”) (NYSE-American: CTM), a cybersecurity, electronic warfare, and software services company focused on the federal government, today announced that it intends to offer and sell shares of its common stock and warrants exercisable into shares of the Company’s common stock, in a public offering. All of the shares of common stock are being offered by Castellum. Castellum initially intends to use the net proceeds of the offering for working capital and general corporate purposes. Consummation of the offering is subject to market and other conditions, and there can be no assurance as to whether or when the offering may be completed, or as to the actual size or terms of the offering.

    Maxim Group LLC is acting as the sole placement agent for the offering on a reasonable best-efforts basis.

    A shelf registration statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-284205) relating to the securities being offered was previously filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and became effective on January 24, 2025. The shares may be offered only by means of a prospectus. A preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus relating to and describing the terms of the public offering are being filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. When available, copies of the preliminary prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus relating to the public offering may also be obtained by contacting Maxim Group LLC, at 300 Park Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10022, Attention: Prospectus Department, or by telephone at (212) 895-3745 or by email at syndicate@maximgrp.com. Before you invest, you should read the preliminary prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus, together with the information incorporated by reference therein, for more complete information about the Company and the proposed offering. The final terms of the offering will be disclosed in a final prospectus supplement to be filed with the SEC.

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

    About Castellum, Inc.

    Castellum, Inc. (NYSE-American: CTM) is a defense-oriented technology company that is executing strategic acquisitions in the cybersecurity, MBSE, and information warfare areas – http://castellumus.com/.

    Forward-Looking Statements:

    This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain, based on current expectations and assumptions concerning future events or future performance of the company. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are only predictions and speak only as of the date hereof. Words such as “will,” “would,” “believe,” and “expects,” and similar language or phrasing are indicative of forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are outside of the Company’s control, that could cause actual results to differ (sometimes materially) from the results expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements, including, among others: the Company’s ability to close the described equity offering ; its ability to effectively integrate and grow its acquired companies; its ability to identify additional acquisition targets and close additional acquisitions; the impact on the Company’s revenue due to a delay in the U.S. Congress approving a federal budget; and the Company’s ability to maintain the listing of its common stock on the NYSE American LLC. In evaluating such statements, prospective investors should review carefully various risks and uncertainties identified in Item 1A. “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s recently filed Form 10-Q, Item 1A. “Risk Factors” in the Company’s most recent Form 10-K, and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission which can be viewed at www.sec.gov. These risks and uncertainties, or not closing the described potential debt financing in this press release, could cause the Company’s actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements. Except to the extent required by law, we undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, a change in events, conditions, circumstances or assumptions underlying such statements, or otherwise.

    Contact:

    Glen Ives
    President and Chief Executive Officer
    Phone: (703) 752-6157
    Contact: Info@castellumus.com

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/77c7240e-45a9-4c58-8e4f-2318bab1b4df

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  • MIL-OSI: Global Federal Credit Union and First Financial Northwest, Inc. Announce Expected Closing Date for Transaction

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    ANCHORAGE, Alaska and RENTON, Wash., March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global Federal Credit Union (“Global”) and First Financial Northwest, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ GS: FFNW), the holding company for First Financial Northwest Bank (the “Bank”), jointly announced today they have set the expected closing date for Global’s acquisition of substantially all of the assets and assumption of substantially all of the liabilities (including deposit liabilities) of the Bank (the “Asset Sale”), on the terms and subject to the conditions of the Purchase and Assumption Agreement, dated as of January 10, 2024, by and among the Company, the Bank and Global (the “Agreement”). The Asset Sale is expected to be completed on April 11, 2025, subject to the satisfaction or waiver of the remaining closing conditions set forth in the Agreement.

    Following the Asset Sale, the Company will take all necessary action to wind up its affairs, distribute its remaining net assets, including the remaining net cash proceeds from the purchase price paid by Global in the asset sale, to the shareholders of the Company, and dissolve under applicable Washington law. The cash consideration to Company shareholders is expected to be paid out in multiple distributions. An initial distribution to Company shareholders is expected to occur as soon as practicable after the completion of the transaction.

    Global will operate the locations of the Bank as a separately branded division of Global until the system and brand integration is completed later in 2025.

    About Global Federal Credit Union

    Global Federal Credit Union is a not-for-profit, member-owned financial cooperative with the mission of enriching lives through world-class financial services. Global was founded in 1948 at the Alaska Air Depot, and now serves more than 750,000 members online and more than 70 branches across Washington, Alaska, Idaho, California, Arizona, as well as branches on three U.S. military installations in Italy. Learn more at globalcu.org.

    About First Financial Northwest

    First Financial Northwest, Inc. is the parent company of First Financial Northwest Bank, an FDIC-insured Washington State-chartered commercial bank headquartered in Renton, Washington, serving the Puget Sound Region through 15 full-service banking offices. Visit ffnwb.com and click on the “Investor Relations” link at the bottom of the page for more information.

    Forward-looking statements:
    When used in this press release and in other documents filed with or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), in press releases or other public shareholder communications, or in oral statements made with the approval of an authorized executive officer, the words or phrases “believe,” “will,” “will likely result,” “are expected to,” “will continue,” “is anticipated,” “estimate,” “project,” “plans,” or similar expressions are intended to identify “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are not historical facts but instead represent management’s current expectations and forecasts regarding future events many of which are inherently uncertain and outside of our control. Forward-looking statements include statements with respect to our beliefs, plans, objectives, goals, expectations, assumptions and statements about, among other things, our pending transaction with Global whereby Global, pursuant to the Agreement, will acquire substantially all of the assets and assume substantially all of the liabilities of the Bank, expectations of the business environment in which we operate, projections of future performance or financial items, perceived opportunities in the market, potential future credit experience, and statements regarding our mission and vision. These forward-looking statements are based on current management expectations and may, therefore, involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ, possibly materially from those currently expected or projected in these forward-looking statements made by, or on behalf of, us and could negatively affect our operating and stock performance. Factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, include, but are not limited to, the following: the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could give rise to the right of one or all of the parties to terminate the Agreement; delays in completing the transactions contemplated by the Agreement; the failure to satisfy any of the conditions to the Global transaction on a timely basis or at all; delays or other circumstances arising from the dissolution of the Bank and the Company following completion of the Agreement; diversion of management’s attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities during the pending Global transaction; potential adverse reactions or changes to business or employee relationships, including those resulting from the announcement of the Global transaction; adverse impacts to economic conditions in our local market areas, other markets where the Company has lending relationships, or other aspects of the Company’s business operations or financial markets, including, without limitation, as a result of employment levels, labor shortages and the effects of inflation, a recession or slowed economic growth; changes in the interest rate environment, including increases or decreases in the Federal Reserve benchmark rate and duration at which such interest rate levels are maintained, which could adversely affect our revenues and expenses, the value of assets and obligations, and the availability and cost of capital and liquidity; the impact of inflation and the current and future monetary policies of the Federal Reserve in response thereto; the effects of any federal government shutdown; increased competitive pressures, including repricing and competitors’ pricing initiatives, and their impact on our market position, loan and deposit products; legislative and regulatory changes; the impact of bank failures or adverse developments at other banks and related negative press about the banking industry in general on investor and depositor sentiment; disruptions, security breaches, or other adverse events, failures or interruptions in, or attacks on, our information technology systems or on the third-party vendors who perform several of our critical processing functions; effects of critical accounting policies and judgments, including the use of estimates in determining the fair value of certain of our assets, which estimates may prove to be incorrect and result in significant declines in valuation; the potential imposition of new tariffs or changes to existing trade policies that could affect economic activity or specific industry sectors; the effects of climate change, severe weather events, natural disasters, pandemics, epidemics and other public health crises, acts of war or terrorism, civil unrest and other external events on our business; and other factors described in the Company’s latest Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other reports filed with or furnished to the SEC – that are available on our website at www.ffnwb.com and on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

    Any of the forward-looking statements that we make in this press release and in the other public statements are based upon management’s beliefs and assumptions at the time they are made and may turn out to be wrong because of the inaccurate assumptions we might make, because of the factors illustrated above or because of other factors that we cannot foresee. Therefore, these factors should be considered in evaluating the forward-looking statements, and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. We do not undertake and specifically disclaim any obligation to revise any forward-looking statements to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events or circumstances after the date of such statements.

    Global Credit Union
    Media Contact
    Tim Woolston
    Senior Vice President, Marketing
    907-317-9454
    t.woolston@globalcu.org

    First Financial Northwest, Inc.
    Investor Contacts
    Joseph W. Kiley III
    President and Chief Executive Officer
    Rich Jacobson
    Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
    425-255-4400

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  • MIL-OSI: Concerned Stockholders Prevail in Delaware Court; Obtain Stockholder List Necessary for Robust Proxy Solicitation

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Delaware Judge Orders Ionic Digital to Immediately Provide Stockholder List

    Despite Ionic’s Continued Misrepresentations, Delaware Court Finds that Plaintiffs are Not “Surrogates” or “Shills” for Figure Markets and GXD Labs

    SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As a result of nearly six months of persistence, three determined stockholders of Ionic Digital Inc. (“Ionic Digital” or the “Company”), Tony Vejseli, Chris Villinger, and Brett Perry (collectively, the “Concerned Stockholders”) today announced that they have successfully obtained a Court order directing Ionic digital to provide a copy of the Company’s list of stockholders for the purposes of soliciting votes for their nominees in the ongoing proxy contest ahead of the Company’s first annual meeting of stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”).

    Yesterday afternoon, Delaware Vice Chancellor Bonnie David ruled in favor of the Concerned Stockholders, ordering the Company to immediately provide a list of the Company’s stockholders and other necessary contact information to the Concerned Stockholders’ proxy solicitor, Saratoga Proxy Consulting LLC. This is an important victory for all Ionic stockholders and is the first step towards ensuring a free and fair election for the open seats on the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) at the Annual Meeting. The Concerned Stockholders’ proxy solicitor will now be able to contact all Ionic stockholders directly to solicit their votes in favor of their highly-qualified nominees.

    It is disappointing, but not surprising, that Ionic Digital continues to misrepresent basic facts to its stockholders. Despite Ionic Digital’s continued insistence that the Concerned Stockholders are merely being used by Figure Markets Holdings, Inc. and GXD Labs, LLC to advance their own economic interests, the Delaware Court of Chancery (the “Delaware Court”) in fact found:

    • “[T]hat the plaintiffs are not simply ‘proxies,’ ‘surrogates,’ or ‘shills’ for Figure Markets and GXD;”
    • “[T]hat each of the plaintiffs here seeks the stock list materials because he sincerely wants to run a proxy contest to improve governance at the company. Each of the plaintiffs has credible reasons for that purpose. The stockholders want greater transparency and liquidity for their shares, which have not traded for over a year; and numerous changes to Ionic’s directors, officers, and auditor raise questions about the company’s governance and strategic direction;”
    • “Ionic suggests that Vejseli does not truly seek to represent the interests of Ionic stockholders, and instead has ‘lent his name’ to the demand… But it is clear to me, both from Vejseli’s testimony and the larger record, that that is not the case;” and
    • “I find that the plaintiffs’ stated purposes are sincere, their own, and therefore proper.” (emphases added)

    The Company’s recent press release also conveniently ignores the fact that Figure Markets and GXD Labs already agreed in the fall of 2024 that they would not receive or have access to any stocklist materials shared with the requesting stockholders. Discussions on the stockholder list NDA only broke down due to Ionic Digital’s unreasonable insistence on the inclusion of a no “Outside Funds Provision” in the NDA – i.e., a provision barring financial support from third parties for the proxy contest and related legal efforts. The Delaware Court did not find the no Outside Funds Provision to be reasonable or appropriate, stating instead “I see no basis to impose the onerous Outside Funds Provision that Ionic seeks.” (emphasis added). Instead, the Company forced the Concerned Stockholders to commence litigation in the Delaware Court in order to compel it to comply with Delaware law, when these matters could have been resolved months ago.

    Stockholders are invited to read the full transcript of the telephonic ruling here.

    While this is an important victory for Ionic Digital stockholders, the fight for a free and fair election at the Annual Meeting – where stockholders will have a real choice in who represents them on the Board – is not over. Certain of the Concerned Stockholders have filed a class action Complaint in the Delaware Court of Chancery contesting the reduction of the size of the Board, alleging that the Board breached its fiduciary duties by improperly shrinking its size in an attempt to entrench the incumbent directors and block stockholders from having a chance to effect real change at the Company. There also remains a debate around the appropriate quorum for the Annual Meeting. The Company has further challenged the validity of the Concerned Stockholders’ nominations, which the Concerned Stockholders believe were improperly rejected by the Board. The Concerned Stockholders will continue to fight to defend their nominations. These issues will be heard by the Delaware Court at a trial scheduled to be held on May 8th. Because of the importance of deciding these issues ahead of the Annual Meeting, we asked the Delaware Court to require, and the Company conceded, that the Annual Meeting will not be held until after a ruling is rendered in the Class Action litigation.

    The Concerned Stockholders will continue to post informational updates on their website and encourage their fellow stockholders to vote for their TWO nominees on the GOLD proxy card at www.ionicvote.com today!

    The Concerned Stockholders are committed to a free and fair election, where all Ionic Digital stockholders have a real choice in who represents them in the boardroom.  

    This is the chance for Ionic stockholders to finally have their voices heard!

    About the Nominating Stockholders’ Nominees

    Oliver Wiener is a Founder and Managing Partner of Kensington Merchant Partners, an investment management and corporate development advisory business focused on Financials, Fintech, Insurance, Insuretech, and Blockchain verticals, and has over 20 years of financial and investment experience, with a focus on the technology, blockchain, and fintech industries. Mr. Wiener currently serves on the board of directors of Chain Bridge I, a publicly-traded SPAC, and The National Security Group, Inc., an insurance holding company. Mr. Wiener is a founding team member of investment bank BTIG.

    Michael Abbate currently serves as an advisor to Figure Markets Holdings, Inc. (“Figure Markets”) and is a seasoned investor in the bitcoin mining, AI data center, and energy infrastructure industries. As a former Managing Partner of NovaWulf Digital Management, LP, Mr. Abbate led the stalking horse bid in the Celsius Network LLC bankruptcy and is intimately familiar with Ionic Digital’s assets and the Company’s current business structure. In addition, Mr. Abbate has over 20 years of experience in complex corporate restructuring as a Partner of investment firm King Street Capital Management.

    Contact Information 

    Saratoga Proxy Consulting LLC 
    John Ferguson / Ann Marie Mellone 
    (888) 368-0379 
    (212) 257-1311 
    info@saratogaproxy.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Trust Swiftly Launches AI-Fighting Identity Verification Platform with Public Bounty Challenge

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CHICAGO, IL, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Trust Swiftly launched its “Trusted Supervised Remote ID Verification platform” to combat the rising tide of AI-driven fraud. This innovative solution, the first and only of its kind, offers an adaptable approach to identity verification, combining remote and in-person security measures. Trust Swiftly is also launching a public bounty challenge to prove its robustness, inviting experts to test the system’s defenses.

    Trust Swiftly’s supervised remote identity proofing tackles the growing threat of sophisticated fraud attempts head-on. The platform is exceptionally flexible, incorporating over 20 verification methods, including document verification (with support for thousands of global documents), biometric checks (facial recognition with liveness detection, fingerprint, and voice), and dynamic knowledge-based authentication. It analyzes thousands of data points in real time to rapidly identify and flag potential bad actors and leverages AI agents to expand its coverage.

    The platform’s unique strength lies in its supervised element. While offering automated verification options, including self-service kiosks for secure locations, it also allows for human oversight when needed. This hybrid approach ensures the highest level of accuracy and security, adapting to various risk levels and use cases.

    Bounty Challenge for Enhanced Security

    Trust Swiftly has launched a public bounty challenge to demonstrate its confidence in the platform’s resilience. Security researchers and ethical hackers are invited to attempt to bypass the system’s defenses. This ongoing challenge validates the platform’s current security and contributes to its continuous improvement.

    The platform offers flexible deployment options, including self-service kiosks for secure locations.

    Key verification factors of the new system include:

    • Advanced Biometrics: Facial recognition with liveness detection, fingerprint scanning, and voice authentication.
    • Document Verification: Confirming if an ID is real or fake.
    • Datapoint Verification: The system cross-references thousands of datapoints to verify user identities and flag potential fraud.

    Visit https://trustswiftly.com to learn more about the Trusted Supervised Remote ID Verification platform and the bounty challenge. Request a demo today to see how Trust Swiftly can protect your business from evolving fraud threats.

    Media Contact

    Andrew Williams

    Trust Swiftly

    Phone: 312-945-0121

    Email: andrew@trustswiftly.com

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  • MIL-OSI: JELU Coin Introduces Multi-Chain Presale, Staking Rewards, and Referral Incentives

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TALLINN, Estonia, March 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — JELU Coin, a new cryptocurrency inspired by jelly, has entered the presale market with features that go beyond the typical meme coin approach. While it carries a playful theme, the project behind it includes technical components aimed at expanding its use and accessibility.

    JELU Coin is designed to work across multiple blockchain networks. It supports Ethereum (ETH), Binance Smart Chain (BSC), Base, Polygon, Optimism (OP), Avalanche, and Arbitrum. This allows users to participate in the presale using different networks and transaction methods, including USDT, USDC, and credit cards. The flexibility in payment options is intended to make participation easier for a wider audience.

    Unlike many presale projects where users must buy tokens to earn referral bonuses, JELU Coin offers an alternative. Anyone who shares a referral link can receive 5% of the purchases made by others through their link. This feature makes it possible for more people to participate in the project’s promotion without an upfront investment.

    JELU Coin offers a staking system where early participants can earn up to 300% in rewards. Staking is designed to provide additional incentives for those who hold the coin during its initial phase.

    A cashback event is also planned for presale buyers. Instead of storing transaction data on a separate server, JELU Coin records cashback details directly on the blockchain. This method allows users to verify event-related transactions on their own.

    The JELU Coin project includes plans for an exchange that combines features of both centralized and decentralized trading platforms. It will allow cryptocurrency transactions without requiring users to complete a Know Your Customer (KYC) process. According to the project team, the exchange is close to completion and will be launched after the presale ends.

    In addition, JELU Coin is developing a security-focused wallet designed to protect assets and user data. The wallet will be compatible with thousands of services, giving users a way to manage their holdings within the broader digital asset space.

    JELU Coin presents itself as more than just a meme coin by incorporating elements that aim to increase its functionality. The presale structure, multi-chain capabilities, referral incentives, and upcoming exchange are all part of a broader effort to create a cryptocurrency that offers more than a branding concept. With the presale ongoing and future developments in progress, it remains to be seen how JELU Coin will fit into the evolving digital asset market.

    Users can visit the official website https://www.jelu.io/ for more information.

    About Company:
    JELU OÜ is a cryptocurrency company focused on developing blockchain-based financial tools. Its projects include a multi-chain token, staking options, and an upcoming hybrid exchange. The company aims to provide accessible digital asset solutions with a focus on user engagement and security.

    Media Contact
    Company Name: JELU OÜ
    Contact Person: James
    Email: contact@jelu.io
    Website: https://www.jelu.io/

    Disclaimer: This press release is provided by JELU OÜ. The statements, views, and opinions expressed in this content are solely those of the content provider and do not necessarily reflect the views of this media platform or its publisher. We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information presented. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, investment, or trading advice. Investing in crypto and mining related opportunities involves significant risks, including the potential loss of capital. Readers are strongly encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. However, due to the inherently speculative nature of the blockchain sector–including cryptocurrency, NFTs, and mining–complete accuracy cannot always be guaranteed. Neither the media platform nor the publisher shall be held responsible for any fraudulent activities, misrepresentations, or financial losses arising from the content of this press release.

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  • MIL-OSI: HTXMining Announces a Smarter Way to Earn Passive Income: Why Crypto Staking Outshines Cloud Mining

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York, NY, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HTXMining announces its platform, aimed at redefining passive income in the cryptocurrency landscape by offering a more efficient and secure alternative to traditional cloud mining. Through its innovative crypto staking platform, HTXMining enables users to earn consistent rewards without the high operational costs and environmental concerns associated with cloud mining, leading to daily profit settlements and real-time earnings tracking. This method not only provides a sustainable income stream but also ensures that users retain full control over their assets, as funds remain securely within their wallets throughout the staking period. 

    In addition to its staking services, HTXMining offers liquidity mining options, allowing users to contribute to liquidity pools and earn additional rewards. The platform’s user-friendly interface caters to both beginners and seasoned investors, providing flexible staking durations and minimal transaction fees. With upcoming integrations of AI-driven staking optimization, DeFi tools, and multi-chain support, HTXMining continues to evolve, solidifying its position as a reliable and innovative choice for cryptocurrency investors seeking to maximize their passive income opportunities.

    Varying Potential Returns with HTXMining’s Liquidity Staking

    When using HTXmining, your funds will only exist in your wallet forever, and HTX does not have any access to user funds. Whether you are a newcomer or an experienced investor, HTXMining offers a range of staking crypto opportunities with daily profit settlements, users can also track their earnings in real-time and reinvest for greater potential returns. 

    In the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency investments, HTXMining introduces an innovative daily income model that transforms your digital wallet into a personal vault, generating consistent returns while ensuring full control over your assets. By simply staking $100, users can earn approximately $1.5 daily, all without relinquishing custody to third-party platforms.

    This model operates on three core principles:

    • Security of Principal: Your funds remain securely within your wallet, appreciating in value without external intervention.
    • Flexible Deposits & Withdrawals: Access your assets at any time, with earnings accruing uninterrupted, providing both liquidity and profitability.
    • Transparent Earnings: Daily returns are visible, offering straightforward tracking of your investment growth.

    By integrating these features, HTXMining redefines passive income, offering a seamless blend of security and profitability for both novice and seasoned investors.

    Top Key Features of HTXMining 

    HTXMining is redefining passive income through its innovative staking model, allowing users to earn daily rewards while maintaining full control over their assets. By simply staking $100, investors can generate $1.5 in daily income without transferring funds to third-party platforms. This approach ensures principal security, flexible access to funds, and transparent earnings, effectively transforming wallets into personal vaults that consistently increase in value.

    This model offers a seamless blend of high returns and security, eliminating the traditional trade-off between the two. Users can access their funds at any time without interrupting the income stream, providing unparalleled financial flexibility. This strategy positions HTXMining as a leader in the crypto staking industry, offering a reliable and efficient method for investors to grow their digital assets.

    Locked Crypto Staking Plans:
    Projected returns from staking may vary depending on the status of the market: 

    About HTXMining 

    HTXMining is distinguished not only by its substantial payouts but also by its robust security measures, reliable platform functionality, and transparent business operations. The platform provides investors with various opportunities to benefit from the Bitcoin market and is designed to cater to users across all levels of expertise.

    Maximize your crypto earnings and Join HTXMining today!

    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.

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  • MIL-OSI: BW Energy: Mandatory Notification of Trade – Exercise of existing Restricted Share Units (RSUs)

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Mandatory Notification of Trade – Exercise of existing Restricted Share Units (RSUs)

    Under BW Energy Limited’s (“BW Energy” or the “Company”) Long Term Incentive Program (LTIP), 71,721 RSUs from the prior years’ grants have been vested and exercised. In accordance with the terms and conditions of the RSUs, the Board of Directors has decided to settle the RSUs by issuing shares to the RSU holders. Each RSU gives a right to acquire one share in the Company at a subscription price equal to the nominal value of the shares, being USD 0.01.

    The settlement of RSUs and the total number of RSUs, options and shares held by the relevant primary insiders following the exercise are as set out below:

    • Carl K. Arnet, Chief Executive Officer has exercised 43,167 RSUs and received 43,167 shares. Following this, Mr. Arnet controls 3,959,177 shares in the Company and holds 0 RSUs and 2,800,000 options.
    • Thomas Kolanski, Chief Commercial Officer has exercised 14,277 RSUs and received 14,277 shares. Following this, Mr. Kolanski controls 15,150 shares in the Company and holds 0 RSUs and 596,500 options.
    • Thomas Young, Chief Strategy Officer has exercised 14,277 RSUs and received 14,277 shares. Following this, Mr. Young controls 52,162 shares in the Company and holds 0 RSUs and 596,500 options.

    Following this settlement, BW Energy has a total of 0 outstanding RSUs and 5,820,400 options.

    For further information, please contact:

    Brice Morlot, CFO BW Energy, ir@bwenergy.no

    About BW Energy:
    BW Energy is a growth E&P company with a differentiated strategy targeting proven offshore oil and gas reservoirs through low risk phased developments. The Company has access to existing production facilities to reduce time to first oil and cashflow with lower investments than traditional offshore developments. The Company’s assets are 73.5% of the producing Dussafu Marine licence offshore Gabon, 100% interest in the Golfinho and Camarupim fields, a 76.5% interest in the BM-ES-23 block, a 95% interest in the Maromba field in Brazil, and a 95% interest in the Kudu field in Namibia, all operated by BW Energy. In addition, BW Energy holds approximately 6.6% of the common shares in Reconnaissance Energy Africa Ltd. and a 20% non-operating interest in the onshore Petroleum Exploration License 73 (“PEL 73”) in Namibia. Total net 2P+2C reserves and resources were 580 million barrels of oil equivalent at the start of 2024.

    This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.

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  • MIL-OSI: Malaga Financial Corporation Announces 83rd Consecutive Quarterly Cash Dividend

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    PALOS VERDES ESTATES, Calif., March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Malaga Financial Corporation (OTCPink:MLGF) announced today the declaration of a cash dividend in the amount of 25 cents per share to shareholders of record on March 24, 2025. The dividend will be paid out on or about April 1, 2025. Randy C. Bowers, Chairman, President and CEO, remarked, “We are pleased to reward our loyal shareholders with this 25-cent quarterly dividend which represents a 4.85% annualized yield based on our most recent closing price of $20.62. We are grateful for the efforts of our colleagues which has positioned us to declare this 83rd consecutive quarterly cash dividend.”

    Malaga Bank, a subsidiary of Malaga Financial Corporation, is a full-service community bank headquartered on the Palos Verdes Peninsula with six offices located in the South Bay area of Los Angeles. For over fifteen years Malaga Bank has been consistently recommended by one of the nation’s leading independent bank rating and research firms, Bauer Financial Inc. Malaga Bank was awarded Bauer’s premier Top 5-Star rating for the 69thconsecutive quarter as of December 2024. Since 1985, Malaga Bank has been delivering competitive banking services to residents and businesses of the South Bay, including real estate loan products custom-tailored to consumers and investors. As the largest community bank in the South Bay, Malaga is proud of its continuing tradition of relationship-based banking and legendary customer service. The Bank’s web site is located at www.malagabank.com.

    Contact: Randy Bowers
      Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer
      Malaga Financial Corporation
      (310) 375-9000
      rbowers@malagabank.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Celebrating 7 Years of BitMart: Key Takeaways from Our AMA Series

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Mahe, Seychelles, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BitMart, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, successfully hosted a special three-session Ask-Me-Anything (AMA) series in celebration of its 7th anniversary. The discussions featured industry leaders, key opinion leaders, project teams, and the global community, exploring exchange innovation, market trends, and the future of digital assets. The event attracted 600K+ listeners across all sessions, with a peak of 3,000 live listeners actively engaging in discussions.

    Key Points from the AMA Sessions:

    The Future of Crypto Exchanges: Trends and Industry Outlook

    A major focus of the AMA series was the evolving role of cryptocurrency exchanges in a rapidly shifting market. Experts shared insights into regulatory landscapes, decentralization trends, and the increasing integration of Web3 technologies. Additionally, the conversation touched on how projects can leverage emerging technologies such as ZK-proof privacy solutions and CeDeFi innovations to navigate market volatility and gain a competitive edge.

    Expanding BitMart’s Ecosystem & Future Developments

    Looking ahead, BitMart shared its vision for expanding its ecosystem, with plans to integrate new trading pairs, enhance liquidity solutions, and explore additional blockchain partnerships. The conversation also touched on the growing importance of Layer 2 solutions, staking opportunities, and collaborations with DeFi projects. Many participants emphasized the need for cross-chain interoperability, GameFi utilities, and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization as key factors in the next phase of industry innovation.

    Collaborations with BitMart: Project Success Stories

    Several featured projects shared their experiences working with BitMart, highlighting how the exchange has provided liquidity support, marketing exposure, and a trusted trading environment for their communities. Discussions included successful token launches, strategic partnerships, and BitMart’s efforts to help innovative projects gain a foothold in the global crypto space.

    Global & Regional Impact: Strengthening Market Presence

    The AMA series featured perspectives from both international and regional experts. The Chinese-language session focused on BitMart’s influence in the Asia-Pacific region, addressing local market trends, adoption challenges, and future expansion strategies. Meanwhile, the English-language sessions explored BitMart’s role in the broader global market, discussing strategies for onboarding new users and supporting emerging crypto projects.

    7,000 USDT Exclusive Giveaways & Community Celebration

    As part of the anniversary festivities, BitMart rewarded its global user base with 7,000 USDT in BMX giveaways, reinforcing its commitment to community-driven growth and appreciation for its dedicated users.

    Missed the AMAs? Watch the replays here:

    7 Years Strong, Future On! (ENGLISH) – March 13
    https://x.com/i/spaces/1ypKdZWAjjQJW 

    BitMart – 7年坚守, 与您同行 (CHINESE) – March 13
    https://x.com/i/spaces/1YqJDZmzAPNKV   

    7RONG Fest – BitMart 7th Anniversary (ENGLISH) – March 14
    https://x.com/i/spaces/1vAxRDjoOqkGl 

    Stay connected with BitMart for more updates and future events as we continue shaping the future of cryptocurrency!

    About BitMart
    BitMart is the premier global digital asset trading platform. With millions of users worldwide and ranked among the top crypto exchanges on CoinGecko, it currently offers 1,700+ trading pairs with competitive trading fees. Constantly evolving and growing, BitMart is interested in crypto’s potential to drive innovation and promote financial inclusion. New users can register here to unlock an $8,000+ welcome bonus.

    Disclaimer:

    Use of BitMart services is entirely at your own risk. All crypto investments, including earnings, are highly speculative in nature and involve substantial risk of loss. Past, hypothetical, or simulated performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. The value of digital currencies can go up or down and there can be a substantial risk in buying, selling, holding, or trading digital currencies. You should carefully consider whether trading or holding digital currencies is suitable for you based on your personal investment objectives, financial circumstances, and risk tolerance. BitMart does not provide any investment, legal, or tax advice.

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  • MIL-OSI: MEXC Lists AO (AO), Expanding Support for Decentralized Computing and AI Innovation with a 140,000 USDT Prize Pool

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    VICTORIA, Seychelles, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MEXC, a leading global cryptocurrency trading platform, announces the listing of AO (AO) on both spot and futures markets, scheduled for March 14, 2025, at 06:00 (UTC). To mark the occasion, MEXC is launching an Airdrop+ rewards event with a 140,000 USDT prize pool, providing users with multiple opportunities to engage with AO and explore its potential within the decentralized computing space.

    Unleashing AO: MEXC Supports the Future of Decentralized Computing and AI Agents

    AO is a decentralized ultra-parallel computing network that expands on-chain computation while ensuring all operations remain verifiable and permanently recorded. Built on Arweave’s permanent storage, AO features an actor-oriented architecture, where modular programs (actors) operate independently, select their own virtual machines (VMs), consensus mechanisms, and payment models, and communicate through a standardized messaging layer. With self-triggering execution and autonomous agent capabilities, AO enables efficient DeFi strategies, automated DEX trading, and AI-driven applications, unlocking a new era of decentralized computing.

    By listing AO, MEXC reinforces its commitment to supporting cutting-edge innovations at the intersection of AI, blockchain infrastructure, and decentralized computing. As demand for on-chain processing and AI-powered applications grows, MEXC provides AO with critical market access, deep liquidity, and an engaged global user base to accelerate its adoption and utility. Beyond just a listing, MEXC plays a crucial role in fostering the adoption and development of innovative blockchain projects across AI and DePIN. With a strong trading community, strategic marketing initiatives, and a track record of launching high-potential assets, MEXC provides projects like AO with the tools to gain visibility and traction within the crypto ecosystem. Through this listing, MEXC continues to connect users with the latest blockchain advancements, ensuring accessibility to next-generation decentralized infrastructure.

    Celebrate AO’s Listing with a 140,000 USDT Prize Pool

    MEXC, known for quickly listing trending tokens, expands its offerings with AO (AO). The AO/USDT trading market officially launched in the Innovation Zone on March 14, 2025, at 06:00 (UTC), followed by the introduction of the AO USDT perpetual futures at 06:10 (UTC), offering adjustable leverage from 1x to 50x with both cross and isolated margin modes.

    To celebrate the listing of AO (AO) on MEXC Spot and Futures, MEXC is launching a series of exclusive events from March 13, 2025, at 12:00 (UTC) – March 23, 2025, at 10:00 (UTC), giving both new and existing users the opportunity to earn USDT bonuses and other rewards while engaging with the AO ecosystem.

    • Event 1: Deposit to Share 72,000 USDT (New User Exclusive)

    New users who trade AO spot (≥ $100) or futures (≥ $500) can earn a 30 USDT bonus, with a total of 72,000 USDT up for grabs.

    • Event 2: Futures Challenge — Trade to Share 50,000 USDT in Futures Bonuses (Open to All Users)

    Each user can receive up to 5,000 USDT in Futures bonuses.

    • Event 3: Invite New Users & Share 18,000 USDT (Open to All Users)
    • Event 4: Spread the Word and Win Rewards

    Your Easiest Way to Trending Tokens

    MEXC aims to become the go-to platform offering the widest range of valuable crypto assets. The platform has grown its user base to 34 million by offering a diverse selection of tokens, high-frequency airdrops, competitive fees, and comprehensive liquidity. In 2024, MEXC launched a total of 2,376 new tokens, including 1,716 initial listings and 605 memecoins, with total airdrop rewards exceeding $136 million.

    About MEXC

    Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being “Your Easiest Way to Crypto”. Serving over 34 million users across 170+ countries, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, frequent airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering secure and efficient access to digital assets. MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding.
    MEXC Official Website｜ X ｜ Telegram ｜How to Sign Up on MEXC

    Contact:
    Lucia Hu
    PR Manager
    lucia.hu@mexc.com

    Disclaimer: This content is provided by MEXC. The statements, views, and opinions expressed in this content are solely those of the content provider and do not necessarily reflect the views of this media platform or its publisher. We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information presented. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, investment, or trading advice. Investing in crypto and mining related opportunities involves significant risks, including the potential loss of capital. Readers are strongly encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. However, due to the inherently speculative nature of the blockchain sector–including cryptocurrency, NFTs, and mining–complete accuracy cannot always be guaranteed. Neither the media platform nor the publisher shall be held responsible for any fraudulent activities, misrepresentations, or financial losses arising from the content of this press release.

    Legal Disclaimer: This media platform provides the content of this article on an “as-is” basis, without any warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied. We do not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information presented herein. Any concerns, complaints, or copyright issues related to this article should be directed to the content provider mentioned above.

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  • MIL-OSI: Cegedim: DISCLOSURE OF SHARE CAPITAL AND VOTING RIGHTS

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Boulogne-Billancourt, February 28, 2025

    Disclosure of Share Capital and Voting Rights
    (Pursuant to Article L.233-8 II of the French Commercial Code and Article 223-16 of the general Regulations of the Autorités des Marchés Financiers)

    Registered name of the issuer: CEGEDIM SA

    Date Shares outstanding Total potential voting rights Exercisable voting rights*
    February 28, 2025 14,097,155 22,022,659 21,683,874

    * excluding rights attached to share held in treasury

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  • MIL-OSI: Top Floor Learning Receives the SBB Research Group Foundation Grant 

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CHICAGO, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Top Floor Learning received a $5,000 grant from the SBB Research Group Foundation, which awards monthly grants to support impactful organizations. 

    Top Floor Learning, based in Palmer, MA, provides low-cost or free tutoring and educational programs for adults in Western and Central Massachusetts. For over 35 years, the organization has helped individuals build essential skills through personalized instruction tailored to each learner’s goals. Initially founded as Literacy Volunteers of Quaboag Valley, the organization was formally incorporated as a nonprofit in 2003 and has since expanded its offerings to serve a broader population.

    Operating independently within the Palmer Public Library, Top Floor Learning remains a self-funded nonprofit, relying on donations and in-kind support from individuals, corporations, and foundations. Volunteer tutors play a key role in delivering instruction, offering one-on-one sessions in areas such as basic literacy, high school equivalency preparation, English language learning, and citizenship education. Additional programs include specialized tutoring for standardized tests and licensing exams, as well as digital literacy classes.

    Recognizing the growing need for technology education, Top Floor Learning has partnered with Senior Planet and Older Adults Technology Services (OATS), both affiliated with AARP, to provide free technology classes for individuals aged 60 and older. These programs empower participants with digital skills necessary for modern communication and online safety.

    “Our goal is to provide accessible, high-quality education to those who need it most,” said Donna Kimball, Director from Top Floor Learning. “By equipping individuals with knowledge and skills, we help them take meaningful steps toward personal and professional growth.”

    Through its diverse programming and dedicated volunteers, Top Floor Learning continues to foster lifelong learning opportunities, reinforcing the value of education in strengthening communities. Its commitment to accessibility ensures that individuals of all backgrounds have the support they need to achieve their educational goals.

    “Top Floor Learning’s commitment to accessible education and lifelong learning is making a lasting impact, and we are happy to support their mission,” said Matt Aven, co-founder and board member of the SBB Research Group Foundation. 

    About the SBB Research Group Foundation 

    The SBB Research Group Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that furthers the philanthropic mission of SBB Research Group LLC (SBBRG), a Chicago-based investment management firm led by Sam Barnett, Ph.D., and Matt Aven. The Foundation provides grants to support ambitious organizations solving unmet needs with thoughtful, long-term strategies. In addition, the Foundation sponsors the SBBRG STEM Scholarship, which supports students pursuing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics degrees. 

    Contact: Erin Noonan 
    Organization: SBB Research Group Foundation 
    Email: grants@sbbrg.org 
    Address: 450 Skokie Blvd, Building 600, Northbrook, IL 60062, United States 
    Phone: 1-847-656-1111 
    Website: https://www.sbbrg.org 

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  • MIL-OSI: WithSecure Corporation: SHARE REPURCHASE 14.3.2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    WithSecure Corporation, STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE, 14 March 2025 at 6.30 PM (EET)
           
           
    WithSecure Corporation: SHARE REPURCHASE 14.3.2025  
           
    In the Helsinki Stock Exchange      
           
    Trade date           14.3.2025    
    Bourse trade         Buy    
    Share                  WITH    
    Amount             20 000 Shares  
    Average price/ share    0,9139 EUR  
    Total cost            18 278,00 EUR  
           
           
    WithSecure Corporation now holds a total of 151 890 shares  
    including the shares repurchased on 14.3.2025    
           
    The share buybacks are executed in compliance with Regulation   
    No. 596/2014 of the European Parliament and Council (MAR) Article 5
    and the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052.  
           
           
    On behalf of Withsecure Corporation    
           
    Nordea Bank Oyj      
           
    Janne Sarvikivi           Sami Huttunen    
           
           
    Contact information:      
    Laura Viita      
    Vice President Controlling, Investor relations and Sustainability
    WithSecure Corporation      
    Tel. +358 50 4871044      
    Investor-relations@withsecure.com      

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  • MIL-OSI: Albion Crown VCT PLC: Half-yearly Financial Report

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Albion Crown VCT PLC
    LEI Number: 213800SYIQPA3L3T1Q68
    14 March 2025

    Albion Crown VCT PLC (the “Company”)
    Half-yearly Financial Report for the six months to 31 December 2024

    Results announcement
    The Company’s Directors are pleased to attach the Company’s Half-yearly Financial Report for the six months to 31 December 2024. A summary of the information includes:

    Ordinary shares

    • Loss in the period of 0.25 pence per Ordinary share (-0.8% on opening net asset value) (31 December 2023: loss of 1.29 pence per Ordinary share).
    • Ordinary shares net asset value of £92.6 million, being 31.17 pence per Ordinary share (30 June 2024: £97.0 million and 32.20 pence per Ordinary share).
    • Dividend of 0.81 pence per Ordinary share paid during the period (31 December 2023: 0.83 pence per Ordinary share).
    • Dividend declared of 0.78 pence per Ordinary share to be paid on 30 April 2025 to shareholders on the register on 11 April 2025.

    C shares

    • Return in the period* of 1.43 pence per C share (3.4% on opening net asset value).
    • C shares net asset value of £58.0 million, being 43.27 pence per C share.
    • Dividend declared of 1.08 pence per C share to be paid on 30 April 2025 to shareholders on the register on 11 April 2025.

    * The C shares period is from the date of merger on 19 December 2024 to 31 December 2024.

    Full details are contained in the Half-yearly Financial Report for the six months to 31 December 2024, which is attached to this announcement. Alternatively, copies are available on the Company’s webpage on the Manager’s website at: www.albion.capital/CRWN31Dec2024.

    In accordance with the UK Listing Rules, a copy of the report will be submitted to the National Storage Mechanism and will shortly be available for inspection at: https://data.fca.org.uk/#/nsm/nationalstoragemechanism.

    For further details about the Company please visit the Company’s webpage on the Manager’s website at: www.albion.capital/vct-funds/CRWN.

    Vikash Hansrani
    Operations Partner
    Albion Capital Group LLP
    Telephone: 020 7601 1850

    Attachment

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  • MIL-OSI: Mountain America Credit Union Donates $17,500 to the American Red Cross of Utah

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SANDY, Utah, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mountain America Credit Union continues its tradition of supporting the American Red Cross of Utah with a recent $17,500 donation. Since 2018, Mountain America has contributed annually to the American Red Cross, reinforcing its commitment to helping communities in times of need. As part of the ongoing effort, Mountain America adds $50 to the total donation amount for every three-point shot made by the Brigham Young University (BYU) men’s basketball team. This latest gift brings the total funds donated to the American Red Cross of Utah since 2018 to $157,000.

    A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link.

    “Every three-pointer represents more than just points on the board—it symbolizes our commitment to leave a lasting mark on the communities we serve,” said Nathan Andersen, chief operating officer and executive vice president at Mountain America. “With the American Red Cross and BYU, we are turning on-court success into meaningful community impact.”

    The American Red Cross will use the funds to assist Utah communities in preparing for, preventing, and responding to emergencies, including house fires. They have been serving the state for more than 100 years, delivering services across the Greater Salt Lake Area chapter, Northern Utah chapter, and Central Southern Utah chapter.

    “We’re so grateful for the yearslong support of Mountain America Credit Union,” said Adam S. Whitaker, chief development officer for the Utah Nevada Region of the American Red Cross. “Their partnership with BYU athletics is inspiring and exciting in the way it lifts people in real and measurable need here at home and around the country. Mountain America’s generosity does that, and we couldn’t do our work without them.”

    For more information about Mountain America’s community involvement activities, visit macu.com/newsroom.

    About Mountain America Credit Union
    With more than 1 million members and $20 billion in assets, Mountain America Credit Union helps its members define and achieve their financial dreams. Mountain America provides consumers and businesses with a variety of convenient, flexible products and services, as well as sound, timely advice. Members enjoy access to secure, cutting-edge mobile banking technology, over 100 branches across multiple states, and more than 50,000 surcharge-free ATMs. Mountain America—guiding you forward. Learn more at macu.com.

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  • MIL-OSI: Issue of Equity – Dividend Reinvestment Scheme

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    FORESIGHT VENTURES VCT PLC
    LEI: 213800R88MRC4Y3OIW86

    14 March 2025
    Issue of Equity
    Dividend Reinvestment Scheme

    The Board announces that on 14 March 2025 235,019 Ordinary Shares of 1p each in the Company were allotted under the Company’s Dividend Reinvestment Scheme at 96.5p per share.

    Application has been made for the admission of the 235,019 Ordinary Shares to the Official List of the UK Listing Authority and to trading on the London Stock Exchange plc’s market for listed securities for admission on or around 17 March 2025.

    Following this allotment of shares the Company now has 106,317,317 Ordinary Shares in issue.

    For further information, please contact:

    Company Secretary
    Foresight Group LLP
    Contact: Stephen Thayer Tel: 0203 667 8100

    Investor Relations
    Foresight Group LLP
    Contact: Andrew James Tel: 0203 667 8181 

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  • MIL-OSI: CLIK Announces Strategic Acquisition of Leading Nursing Care Competitor, Expanding Market Presence and Talent Pool

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Hong Kong, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Click Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: CLIK) (“Click” or the “Company” or “we” or “our”), a provider of human resources (“HR”) solutions in Hong Kong specializing in Seniors Nursing Care, Logistics, and Professional HR services, today announced the 25% acquisition of a prominent nursing care competitor. The acquired company, which has over 10-year experience in serving Hong Kong seniors and maintains a talent pool of over 9,000 nursing personnel, significantly strengthens Click’s position in the healthcare HR sector.

    This strategic acquisition aligns with Click’s mission to enhance workforce solutions and bridge the growing demand for skilled nursing professionals. By integrating the acquired company’s extensive talent pool with Click’s existing database of over 11,000 registered personnel, Click will be able to provide a more robust and comprehensive HR solution for healthcare institutions and clients across Hong Kong and beyond.

    “This acquisition marks a transformative milestone for Click as we continue to expand our footprint in the nursing care HR sector,” said Mr. Chan, CEO of Click. “By combining our expertise, technology-driven approach, and an enlarged talent pool, we are poised to meet the increasing demand for high-quality nursing professionals. This move also reinforces our commitment to delivering innovative and reliable workforce solutions to our clients.”

    The acquisition is expected to generate significant synergies, optimizing operational efficiencies, and expanding service offerings. With the combined talent pool exceeding 19,000 registered personnel, Click will strengthen its ability to support healthcare providers with a larger, highly skilled workforce. Additionally, the acquisition will enable Click to further expand its market share in Home Seniors Nursing Services, aligning with its strategic vision of developing ‘Smart Home Nursing Solutions for Seniors.’

    With this strategic move, Click continues its growth trajectory and commitment to providing top-tier HR solutions across multiple industries. Further details regarding integration plans and long-term strategies will be announced in the coming months.

    About Click Holdings Limited

    We are a fast-growing human resources solutions provider based in Hong Kong, aiming to match our client’s human resources shortfall through our proprietary AI-empowered talent pool by one “click”. Our key businesses primarily include nursing solution (mainly seniors) services, logistics solution services and professional solution services.

    For more information, please visit https://clicksc.com.hk.

    Safe Harbor Statement

    Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company’s current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “is/are likely to,” “potential,” “continue” or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company’s registration statement and other filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov.

    For enquiry, please contact:

    Click Holdings Limited
    Unit 709, 7/F., Ocean Centre
    5 Canton Road
    Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
    Hong Kong
    Email: jack.wong@jfy.hk
    Phone: +852 2691 8200

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  • MIL-OSI: The OpenSSL Corporation and The OpenSSL Foundation Announce the Formation of Technical Advisory Committees (TACs)

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEWARK, Del., March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The OpenSSL Corporation and the OpenSSL Foundation are establishing the Technical Advisory Committees (TACs) to provide expert guidance and strategic direction for our technical initiatives. These advisory bodies are critical in enhancing our governance structure, ensuring that the decisions reflect the diverse stakeholders involved and that our Mission and Values stay aligned with the community’s needs.

    Purpose of the TACs

    The TACs will serve as key advisory bodies, ensuring that the voices of the OpenSSL Communities—Academics, Committers, Distributions, Individuals, Large Businesses, and Small Businesses—are heard and considered in the OpenSSL Project’s technical decision-making.

    TACs Objectives:

    • Guide the OpenSSL Library’s development roadmap and security best practices.
    • Advise on cryptographic technologies and governance policies.
    • Align technical direction with industry needs in coordination with Business Advisory Committees (BACs).

    Election Process and Timeline

    • March 17 – April 13: Registration, Nominations & Candidate Vetting
    • April 14 – 27: Voting (Open Ballot on the Community Page)
    • April 28: Results Announcement

    TAC Q&A Sessions

    To help community members understand the role of the TACs and the election process, the OpenSSL Corporation and the OpenSSL Foundation will host two Q&A sessions:

    Session 1

    • Date: Monday, March 24, 2025
    • Time: 2:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
    • Duration: 30 minutes
    • Speakers: Tim Hudson, President (OpenSSL Corporation); Matt Caswell, President (OpenSSL Foundation)
    • Register

    Session 2

    • Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025
    • Time: 9:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
    • Duration: 30 minutes
    • Speakers: Anton Arapov, Operations Director (OpenSSL Corporation); Matt Caswell, President (OpenSSL Foundation)
    • Register

    Get Involved

    Join us in shaping the OpenSSL Library’s future. For more details on the nomination process, election procedures, and how to participate in the Q&A sessions, visit our communities page or follow our Blog.

    Contact:
       
    OpenSSL Software Foundation
    40 E Main Street, Suite 744
    Newark, Delaware 19711
    USA    		 OpenSSL Software Services Inc.
    40 E Main Street, Suite 744
    Newark, Delaware 19711
    USA
       

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  • MIL-OSI: OBSI 2024 Annual Report Released

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Ombudsman for Banking Services and Investments (OBSI) released its 2024 Annual Report.

    In 2024, OBSI responded to 16,420 public inquiries – a 5% decrease from the record levels reached in 2023. OBSI opened 3,202 investigations in 2024, compared to last year’s record high of 3,050, representing a 5% year-over-year increase.

    “2024 was a pivotal and exciting year for OBSI,” said Sarah Bradley, Ombudsman and CEO, OBSI. “During the year, we responded to the highest ever levels of consumer demand for our services and we successfully prepared for our newly expanded role as the single ombudsman for banking in Canada.”

    Banking cases reached a new record high in 2024, increasing 7% year over year to 2,553, up from 2,388 cases in 2023. Investment cases decreased 2% year over year to 649, down from a record high of 662 cases in 2023.

    Banking case highlights

    In 2024, fraud continued to be the leading issue for consumer banking complaints, representing 38% of banking cases. Fraud investigations increased 2% year over year to 966 cases, up from 950 cases in 2023. Significant issues also included consumer complaints about service issues, representing 21% of all banking cases and a significant year-over-year increase. Cases related to credit card chargebacks made up 7% of all banking cases, while complaints related to product information disclosure or misrepresentation increased significantly year over year and represented 6% of all banking cases.

    The top banking product concerns focused on credit cards, e-transfers, and personal savings and chequing accounts. In 2024, we opened:

    • 756 credit card complaints, making up 30% of banking cases.
    • 607 e-transfer complaints, representing 24% of banking cases.
    • 305 personal saving and chequing complaints, accounting for 12% of banking cases.

    Investment case highlights

    Service issues and investment suitability were the leading issues for investors in 2024, with 110 cases opened each, representing 17% of investment cases respectively. Service issues increased 7% year over year, while suitability cases decreased 38% from last year. There were 93 cases related to fraud, representing 14% of all investment cases opened, a 5% decrease year over year. Notably, cases related to fee disclosure issues increased 76% from last year to 74 cases, accounting for 11% of investment cases.

    Common shares were the most complained-about investment product in 2024, with 231 cases opened representing 36% of all investment complaints, up from 27% in 2023. Mutual fund cases decreased 34% year over year to 197 cases, representing 30% of investment cases. Crypto assets remained the third most common product for complaints for investors this year, decreasing 11% to 89 cases, down from 100 cases in 2023.

    Low settlements at OBSI

    For the first time, the annual report includes aggregate data related to low settlements. OBSI’s recommendations are not binding, meaning that firms do not have to follow them. Over many years, we have seen that this can lead to firms offering less than what we recommend as fair in all the circumstances of the case, and consumers accepting these offers because they have no other options.

    In the period from 2019 to 2023, there were no banking cases with settlements below the amount we recommended and there were 33 investment cases with settlements below our recommended amount. In total, these 33 consumers received $1,147,470 less than we recommended.

    In our review of low settlements data we observed that low settlements are more likely as the value of our recommendations increases. While almost no consumers with recommendations under $10,000 experienced a low settlement, in cases with recommendations of over $100,000, half of consumers settled for less than we recommended, and these consumers received nearly 44% less than we recommended on average.

    In 2024, there were four banking cases with settlements below our recommended amount, although all were relatively low value. We saw improvement in the number of investment cases experiencing low settlements in 2024, with just two cases settling below our recommended amount. However, those two consumers received $289,268 less than we recommended as fair.

    Systemic issues and disclosures to regulators

    In 2024, OBSI continued its practice of communicating regularly with financial services regulators about systemic issues and issues affecting multiple consumers. During the year, a range of topics were reported and discussed at meetings with regulators that included:

    • Detailed aggregate data including:
      • Products, issues and outcomes details and trends
      • Specific (anonymized) case outcomes and summaries
      • Additional information relating to cases involving low settlements
    • Cryptocurrency fraud
    • Banking fraud
    • Information relevant to the effective transition to the single ECB framework for Canadian banks
    • CSA work towards development of a binding authority framework
    • Claims management company activity in Canada
    • Investment fund risk rating practices
    • OBSI’s loss calculation methodology

    In 2024, OBSI reported two specific systemic issues to regulators related to banking. The first report related to cases involving fraud, particularly e-transfer fraud and other digital fraud, impacting an unprecedented number of Canadian consumers. The second report related to the impact of a specific firm’s account opening policies and procedures on a class of vulnerable consumers.

    Canada’s Ombudsman for Banking Services and Investments (OBSI) is a national, independent, not-for-profit organization that helps resolve and reduce disputes between consumers and financial services firms in both official languages. OBSI is responsive to consumer inquiries, conducts fair and accessible investigations of unresolved disputes, and shares its knowledge and expertise with all stakeholders and the public. If a consumer has a complaint against an OBSI participating bank or investment firm that they are not able to resolve with the bank or firm, OBSI will investigate at no cost to the consumer. Where a complaint has merit, OBSI may recommend compensation up to a maximum of $350,000.

    For more information, please contact:
    Mark Wright, Director, Communications and Stakeholder Relations
    416-287-2877 ext.2225
    publicaffairs@obsi.ca

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  • MIL-OSI: Form 8.3 – [THRUVISION GROUP PLC – 13 03 2025] – (CGAML)

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    FORM 8.3

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

    1.        KEY INFORMATION

    (a)   Full name of discloser: CANACCORD GENUITY ASSET MANAGEMENT LIMITED (for Discretionary clients)
    (b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):
            The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.    		 N/A
    (c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:
            Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree    		 THRUVISION GROUP PLC
    (d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: N/A
    (e)   Date position held/dealing undertaken:
            For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure    		 13 MARCH 2025
    (f)   In addition to the company in 1(c) above, is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party to the offer?
            If it is a cash offer or possible cash offer, state “N/A”    		 N/A

    2.        POSITIONS OF THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

    If there are positions or rights to subscribe to disclose in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 2(a) or (b) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security.

    (a)      Interests and short positions in the relevant securities of the offeror or offeree to which the disclosure relates following the dealing (if any)

    Class of relevant security: 1p ORDINARY
      Interests Short positions
    Number % Number %
    (1)   Relevant securities owned and/or controlled: 0 0    
    (2)   Cash-settled derivatives:        
    (3)   Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:        
    TOTAL: 0 0    

    All interests and all short positions should be disclosed.

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

    (b)      Rights to subscribe for new securities (including directors’ and other employee options)

    Class of relevant security in relation to which subscription right exists:  
    Details, including nature of the rights concerned and relevant percentages:  

    3.        DEALINGS (IF ANY) BY THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

    Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 3(a), (b), (c) or (d) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security dealt in.

    The currency of all prices and other monetary amounts should be stated.

    (a)        Purchases and sales

    Class of relevant security Purchase/sale Number of securities Price per unit
    ORDINARY 1p SALE 17,500,000 0.557p

    (b)        Cash-settled derivative transactions

    Class of relevant security Product description
    e.g. CFD    		 Nature of dealing
    e.g. opening/closing a long/short position, increasing/reducing a long/short position    		 Number of reference securities Price per unit
    NONE        

    (c)        Stock-settled derivative transactions (including options)

    (i)        Writing, selling, purchasing or varying

    Class of relevant security Product description e.g. call option Writing, purchasing, selling, varying etc. Number of securities to which option relates Exercise price per unit Type
    e.g. American, European etc.    		 Expiry date Option money paid/ received per unit
    NONE              

    (ii)        Exercise

    Class of relevant security Product description
    e.g. call option    		 Exercising/ exercised against Number of securities Exercise price per unit

    (d)        Other dealings (including subscribing for new securities)

    Class of relevant security Nature of dealing
    e.g. subscription, conversion    		 Details Price per unit (if applicable)
    NONE      

    4.        OTHER INFORMATION

    (a)        Indemnity and other dealing arrangements

    Details of any indemnity or option arrangement, or any agreement or understanding, formal or informal, relating to relevant securities which may be an inducement to deal or refrain from dealing entered into by the person making the disclosure and any party to the offer or any person acting in concert with a party to the offer:
    Irrevocable commitments and letters of intent should not be included. If there are no such agreements, arrangements or understandings, state “none”

    NONE

    (b)        Agreements, arrangements or understandings relating to options or derivatives

    Details of any agreement, arrangement or understanding, formal or informal, between the person making the disclosure and any other person relating to:
    (i)   the voting rights of any relevant securities under any option; or
    (ii)   the voting rights or future acquisition or disposal of any relevant securities to which any derivative is referenced:
    If there are no such agreements, arrangements or understandings, state “none”

    NONE

    (c)        Attachments

    Is a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) attached? NO
    Date of disclosure: 14 MARCH 2025
    Contact name: MARK ELLIOTT
    Telephone number: 01253 376539

    Public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service.

    The Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Code’s disclosure requirements on +44 (0)20 7638 0129.

    The Code can be viewed on the Panel’s website at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

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  • MIL-OSI: Andes Technology Achieves Record Annual Revenue Amid Strong AI Demand

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    San Jose, CA, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Andes Technology Corporation (TWSE: 6533), a global leader in high-performance, low-power RISC-V processor IP solutions, has achieved a significant milestone, surpassing $42 million in revenue for 2024. From the sale of the first RISC-V product in 2018 to 2024, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reached 28.7%, reinforcing Andes’ leadership in advancing RISC-V adoption across all market segments.

    Sustained Revenue Growth and Market Expansion

    Andes continues to experience strong revenue growth in both licensing and royalties, fueled by increasing adoption of its RISC-V processor IP solutions.

    • License Revenue grew 38.4% year-over-year, demonstrating strong customer adoption.
    • Royalty Revenue increased 25.0% year-over-year, reflecting Andes-powered chips’ widespread market penetration, now surpassing 16 billion units shipped.

    Geographically, Taiwan (38%) and United States (31%) remain Andes’ largest markets, with China (23%) and other regions contributing to the company’s global expansion.

    Andes’ Extends RISC-V Leadership in AI and Automotive

    By application, AI leads all sectors, followed by consumer electronics, IoT and Automotive. 

    AI has become a major growth driver for Andes, accounting for 38% of the company’s revenue.  Andes is uniquely positioned to meet the needs of AI with the combination of its high-performance vector processors and ACE (Andes’ Automated Custom Extensions).  ACE enables Andes’ customers to easily and robustly customize their Instruction Set Architecture (ISA) to achieve unprecedented levels of performance and power efficiency while maintaining flexibility and ease-of-use.  Over 80% of Andes’ AI customers heavily leverage this capability to differentiate their solutions.  Notable customers targeting AI include Axelera AI, Fractile AI, Meta, RAIN AI, and Rivos Inc, among others.  Further, Deep Computing launched the world’s first RISC-V AI PC, powered by Andes 7nm Qilai SoC.

    Additionally, automotive revenue has grown by 2.6x, reflecting Andes’ investment in ISO 26262 certified IPs and the increasing adoption for RISC-V in safety critical systems.  Andes has added one major US Integrated Device Manufacturer and MetaSilicon to its list of  licensees for its automotive-certified IPs. 

    A Vision for the Future

    “The rapid expansion of AI applications underscores RISC-V’s potential in artificial intelligence,” said Frankwell Lin, Chairman and CEO of Andes Technology. “We are committed to investing in AI acceleration technologies and deepening our partnerships to drive AI adoption across industries.”

    “RISC-V is no longer just an emerging standard—it is becoming the foundation of next-generation computing,” added Dr. Charlie Su, President and CTO of Andes Technology. “With a robust product roadmap and strong ecosystem collaborations, Andes is well-positioned to make RISC-V the standard for AI workloads.”

    Eight years ago, Andes Technology was a visionary early-adopter of RISC-V. Through continuous innovation, strong customer orientation, and a deep understanding of market trends, the company has gained momentum, transforming into a driving force in the RISC-V revolution.  Today, Andes continues to set the standard for RISC-V processor IP, fueling advancements in AI, automotive, and high-performance computing.

    To learn more about Andes and its ecosystem of customers and partners, please register for Andes RISC-V CON Silicon Valley on April 29 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in San Jose. Event website: https://bit.ly/3DpvlJo

    About Andes RISC-V CON Silicon Valley

    ANDES RISC-V CON 2025 will take place at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in San Jose on April 29.

    The event will highlight RISC-V processors driving diverse and innovative technologies, focusing on four key application areas: AI/ML, automotive electronics, application processing, and security. Leading ecosystem partners, including Amazon, Arteris, Baya, BrainChip, Cycurity, Edge AI and Vision Alliance, EdgeQ, IAR, Imagination, OPENEDGES, proteanTecs, QuickLogic, S2C, SHD Group, Siemens, and Sondrel, will share insights and showcase their latest advancements.

    A new deep-dive hands-on developer track, hosted with IAR, Baya, and Imagination, will provide in-depth RISC-V training.

    Join to explore cutting-edge RISC-V innovations and connect with industry experts: https://bit.ly/3DpvlJo

    About Andes Technology

    As a Founding Premier member of RISC-V International and a leader in commercial CPU IP, Andes Technology (TWSE: 6533; SIN: US03420C2089; ISIN: US03420C1099) is driving the global adoption of RISC-V.  Andes’ extensive RISC-V Processor IP portfolio spans from ultra-efficient 32-bit CPUs to high-performance 64-bit Out-of-Order multiprocessor coherent clusters. 

    With advanced vector processing, DSP capabilities, the powerful Andes Automated Custom Extension (ACE) framework, end-to-end AI hardware/software stack, ISO 26262 certification with full compliance, and a robust software ecosystem, Andes unlocks the full potential of RISC-V, empowering customers to accelerate innovation across AI, automotive, communications, consumer electronics, data centers, and mobile devices.  Over 16 billion Andes-powered SoCs by the end of 2024 are driving innovations globally. Discover more at www.andestech.com  and connect with Andes on LinkedIn, X ,and YouTube.

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  • MIL-OSI: TRM Labs and Magnet Forensics Join Forces to Merge Digital Forensics and Blockchain Intelligence

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SAN FRANCISCO, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Magnet Forensics, a global leader in digital investigation solutions, has announced a joint strategic technology partnership with TRM Labs, a global leader in blockchain intelligence. This partnership will empower law enforcement and national security agencies to uncover critical blockchain evidence from seized devices analyzed in Magnet Forensics reports.

    Magnet Forensics has long been recognized for its advanced digital investigations solutions, enabling law enforcement, government entities, and enterprises to investigate and analyze digital evidence across a wide range of devices. Through this new partnership, Magnet Forensics will integrate capabilities from TRM’s BLOCKINT API into its digital forensics workflows. This integration gives agencies investigating complex criminal enterprises a critical edge in tracking the rapid rise of illicit activity on the blockchain.

    “By partnering with TRM Labs, we’re empowering investigators with the critical insights needed to address the growing complexity of crimes with blockchain-related evidence,” said Braden Thomas, Chief Product and Research Officer at Magnet Forensics. “Together, we are making it easier for law enforcement to connect the dots between digital and blockchain evidence, ensuring the truth is unlocked and justice is served.”

    Agencies leveraging Magnet Forensics to uncover blockchain evidence can enhance their investigations with a TRM Forensics license, enabling them to trace cryptocurrency transactions and combat illicit activities like fraud, money laundering, and cybercrime. This partnership expands access to TRM Labs’ intelligence through Magnet Forensics’ integration of TRM’s BLOCKINT API, providing investigators with deeper insights into both digital forensics and blockchain-based financial systems.

    “Criminal proceeds aren’t just stashed in offshore accounts or hidden in walls anymore—they’re sitting in crypto wallets on phones and laptops, sometimes worth billions. These wallets hold the keys to solving cases, but only if investigators have the right data and tools to act fast,” said Ari Redbord, Global Head of Policy at TRM Labs. “Our partnership with Magnet Forensics delivers cutting-edge blockchain intelligence directly to digital forensics teams, equipping law enforcement to follow the money, seize assets, and dismantle criminal networks faster than ever.”

    This partnership is a key step in strengthening both organizations’ capabilities, driving their shared mission to combat cybercrime and financial fraud in an increasingly digital and decentralized world.

    For more information, visit www.magnetforensics.com and www.trmlabs.com.

    About Magnet Forensics

    Founded in 2010, Magnet Forensics is a developer of digital investigation solutions that acquire, analyze, report on, and manage evidence from digital sources, including mobile devices, computers, IoT devices, and cloud services. Magnet Forensics products are used by more than 5,000 public and private sector customers in over 90 countries and help investigators fight crime, protect assets, and guard national security.
    www.magnetforensics.com

    Contacts
    For further information:
    Rick Andrade
    PR@magnetforensics.com

    About TRM Labs

    TRM Labs provides blockchain intelligence to help government agencies investigate and build cases for digital asset fraud and financial crime. TRM’s blockchain intelligence platform includes solutions to follow the money, identify illicit actors, build cases, and construct an operating picture of threats. TRM is trusted by a growing number of leading agencies worldwide who rely on TRM for their blockchain intelligence needs. TRM is based in San Francisco, CA, and is hiring across engineering, product, sales, and data science. To learn more, visit www.trmlabs.com.

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  • MIL-OSI: Amendment to Final Terms – Nykredit Realkredit A/S

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    To Nasdaq Copenhagen A/S
       

    Amendment to Final Terms                                                             14 March 2025

    The following bonds were announced on December 12, 2024 with the indication that the interest rate cap would be published prior to the auction. These interest rate caps are hereby published.

    ISIN Maturity Interest Rate Cap
    DK0009548885 01-07-2029 5.00%
    DK0009548968 01-07-2034 6.00%

    Nykredit Realkredit A/S’s Base Prospectus dated 8 May 2024 and the relevant Final Bond Terms are available for download in Danish and English. In the event of discrepancies between the original Danish text and the English translation, the Danish text shall prevail. The documents can be found on Nykredit’s website at nykredit.com/ir.

    Questions can be addressed to Lars Mossing Madsen, phone +45 44 55 11 66, or Christian Mauritzen, phone +45 44 55 10 14.

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  • MIL-OSI: DNO Completes USD 600 Million Bond Placement

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    14 March 2025 – DNO ASA, the Norwegian oil and gas operator, today completed the private placement of USD 600 million of new five-year senior unsecured bonds with a coupon rate of 8.5 percent. The bond placement met strong investor demand across US, Nordic and international markets and was significantly oversubscribed.

    “With this issue, we extend our flawless record to 20 successful bond placements over the past 24 years, with no waivers, no amendments and certainly no defaults,” said DNO’s Executive Chairman Bijan Mossavar-Rahmani. “The enthusiastic response reflects this record and the growing diversification of the Company with the transformative acquisition of Sval Energi Group AS announced last week,” he added.

    Settlement is expected on or about 27 March 2025, subject to customary conditions precedent. An application will be made to list the bonds on the Oslo Stock Exchange. Proceeds from the new bond issue will be used to call the USD 350 million outstanding DNO04 bonds (ISIN: NO0011088593) and general corporate purposes.

    DNB Markets, part of DNB Bank ASA, and Pareto Securities AS acted as Global Coordinators and Joint Bookrunners with Clarksons Securities AS, Fearnley Securities AS and SpareBank 1 Markets AS as Co-Lead Managers. AGP Advokater AS acted as legal advisor to the Company.

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    For further information, please contact:
    Media: media@dno.no
    Investors: investor.relations@dno.no

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    DNO ASA is a Norwegian oil and gas operator active in the Middle East, the North Sea and West Africa. Founded in 1971 and listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, the Company holds stakes in onshore and offshore licenses at various stages of exploration, development and production in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, Norway, the United Kingdom, Côte d’Ivoire, Netherlands and Yemen. More information is available at www.dno.no

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    This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.

    This release does not constitute any offer or solicitation to sell or purchase any securities. 

    The release may not be released, published or distributed in the United States of America or any other jurisdiction where release, publication or distribution would be prohibited or require any registration or filing acts or similar.

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  • MIL-OSI: VeeMost Technologies Expands Growth Strategy, Provides Update on FINRA Approval & Strategic Direction

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    RED BANK, NEW JERSEY, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VeeMost Technologies Inc. (OTC: $GDVM) is pleased to provide key updates on its strategic growth initiatives, government contracting progress, and corporate updates that reflect the company’s commitment to delivering long-term value for shareholders.

    Strategic Decision to Prioritize Internal Growth Over Acquisition

    As part of its long-term growth strategy, VeeMost Technologies made a strategic decision to redirect funds originally earmarked for the acquisition of a Dallas-based company into strengthening the company’s internal operations.

    After careful evaluation, we determined that proceeding with the acquisition was not in the best financial interest of VeeMost at this time. While the acquisition initially aligned with our expansion plans, further due diligence revealed challenges in securing favorable financing terms.

    Although we received offers for financing, a thorough review of the proposed terms revealed that they could have resulted in excessive shareholder dilution and unfavorable financing conditions. Many of these offers came from firms specializing in high-risk funding structures, which could have placed undue financial strain on the company and negatively impacted shareholder value. Rather than pursuing an acquisition under these terms, VeeMost made the strategic decision to reinvest capital into core growth areas, ensuring long-term value creation while protecting shareholder equity.

    While this particular acquisition was not the right fit at this time, VeeMost remains actively engaged in evaluating other strategic acquisition opportunities. The company continues to seek financially viable businesses that align with its growth strategy and can be acquired under terms that are fiscally responsible and beneficial to shareholders. Management remains committed to pursuing opportunities that strengthen VeeMost’s market position while maintaining financial discipline and protecting long-term value.

    Instead, VeeMost channeled resources into high-growth areas, including:
    ✅Expanding government contracting capabilities by initiating the GSA Schedule approval process with Government Services Exchange (GSE)
    ✅Winning new E-Rate contracts, positioning the company for continued success in the education sector
    ✅Securing contracts with a company serving the defense sector, expanding its cybersecurity and IT solutions footprint
    ✅Forming new vendor partnerships with Vertiv, Nutanix, Lenovo, and more, enhancing its technology offerings
    ✅Marketing and positioning the newly launched VeeStore platform (store.veemost.com) as a trusted technology store for organizations.

    This decision fortifies VeeMost’s financial future while ensuring that resources are allocated toward revenue-generating initiatives that enhance shareholder value.

    FINRA Approval Process Nearing Completion

    VeeMost Technologies is also pleased to provide an update on its corporate restructuring process with FINRA. The company has worked diligently to resolve legacy SEC reporting gaps dating back to 2006, and other key requirements before FINRA could finalize the company name change, ticker change, and implementation of the newly approved CUSIP.

    With these compliance matters now largely addressed, VeeMost is in the final stages of securing FINRA approval.

    “The process has been meticulous, but we are confident that we are now very close to completing this transition,” said Melvin Ejiogu, President of VeeMost Technologies. “Once finalized, these changes will provide greater transparency, streamline trading access, and strengthen our standing in the public markets. This completion will also allow us to move forward with key board appointments as part of our broader corporate growth strategy.”

    Looking Ahead

    With a stronger financial foundation, new contracts in key sectors, and a pending FINRA approval that will bring corporate clarity, VeeMost Technologies is well-positioned for sustained growth.

    The company remains committed to:
    ✅ Expanding its government contracting business through the GSA Schedule process
    ✅ Securing more E-Rate contracts to support schools and educational institutions
    ✅ Strengthening its cybersecurity and IT services footprint through new strategic vendor partnerships
    ✅ Delivering shareholder value through smart financial decisions and targeted growth initiatives

    With newly secured contracts from a company serving the defense sector, VeeMost is further expanding its presence in government-focused IT solutions, reinforcing its ability to provide cutting-edge technology and security-driven services.

    The company appreciates the patience and support of its investors as it continues to execute on its long-term vision.

    Safe Harbor Statement

    This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify these statements by the use of the words “may,” “will,” “should,” “plans,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “continue,” “estimates,” “projects,” “intends,” and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause results to differ materially from those projected or anticipated. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the Company’s ability to successfully execute its expanded business strategy, including by entering into definitive agreements with suppliers, commercial partners and customers; general economic and business conditions, effects of continued geopolitical unrest and regional conflicts, competition, changes in technology and methods of marketing, delays in completing various engineering and manufacturing programs, changes in customer order patterns, changes in product mix, continued success in technical advances and delivering technological innovations, shortages in components, production delays due to performance quality issues with outsourced components, regulatory requirements and the ability to meet them, government agency rules and changes, and various other factors beyond the Company’s control.

    CONTACT: VeeMost Technologies Inc.
    info@veemost.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Changes in the Management Board of Šiaulių Bankas

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Šiaulių Bankas AB has received notification of Agnė Duksienė about her resignation from the Bank’s Management Board members.

    18 March 2025 is the last day of Agnė Duksienė term of office as a member of the Management Board and as a Head of Legal, Compliance and Prevention Division and CCO.

    Agnė Duksienė started her career at Šiaulių Bankas in 2022 and took up her duties as a member of the Management Board on 8 May 2023.

    “On behalf of the Bank, I thank Agnė Duksienė for her professionalism and leadership in the areas of legal and compliance management, which are of strategic importance to the Bank. Function of Head of the Legal, Compliance and Prevention Division will be covered by Aurelija Geležiūnė, who currently holds Head of Legal Department position. After the necessary regulatory actions are performed, she will ensure covering CCO functions as well,” said Vytautas Sinius, CEO.

     

    Additional information:
    Oksana Balsienė
    Head of HR
    oksana.balsiene@sb.lt

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