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  • MIL-OSI: Form 8.5 (EPT/RI)

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    FORM 8.5 (EPT/RI)

    PUBLIC DEALING DISCLOSURE BY AN EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER WITH RECOGNISED INTERMEDIARY STATUS DEALING IN A CLIENT-SERVING CAPACITY
    Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)

    1.        KEY INFORMATION

    (a)        Name of exempt principal trader: Investec Bank plc
    (b)        Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:
            Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree    		 Eckoh plc
    (c)        Name of the party to the offer with which exempt principal trader is connected: Investec is Joint Broker to Eckoh plc
    (d)        Date dealing undertaken: 25th September 2024
    (e)        In addition to the company in 1(b) above, is the exempt principal trader making disclosures in respect of any other party to this offer?
            If it is a cash offer or possible cash offer, state “N/A”    		 N/A

    2.        DEALINGS BY THE EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER

    Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(b), copy table 2(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 Purchases/ sales Total number of securities Highest price per unit paid/received Lowest price per unit paid/received

    Ordinary Shares

    Purchases

    29,191

    45.2

    45

    Ordinary Shares

    Sales

    100,833

    46.96

    45

    (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
    N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

    (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
    N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

    (ii)        Exercise

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

    (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)
    N/A N/A N/A N/A

    3.        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 exempt principal trader 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 exempt principal trader 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
    Date of disclosure: 26thSeptember 2024
    Contact name: Priyali Bhattacharjee
    Telephone number: +91 9768034903

    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 dealing disclosure requirements on +44 (0)20 7638 0129.

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

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  • MIL-OSI: HSBC Bank PLC: Pre Stabilisation Notice

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Aercap Sukuk Limited

    Pre Stabilisation Notice

    LONDON, Sept. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HSBC (contact: syndexecution@noexternalmail.hsbc.com) hereby gives notice, as Stabilisation Coordinator, that the Stabilisation Manager(s) named below may stabilise the offer of the following securities

    The securities:
    Issuer: Aercap Sukuk Limited
    Obligor (if any): International Lease Finance Corporation
    Guarantor (if any): AerCap Holdings N.V., AerCap Global Aviation Trust, AerCap Aviation Solutions B.V., AerCap Ireland Limited, AerCap Ireland Capital Designated Activity Company and AerCap U.S. Global Aviation LLC
    Aggregate nominal amount: USD Benchmark                     
    Description: Fixed due 3 October 2029
    Offer price: TBC                                           
    Other offer terms:  
    Stabilisation:
    Stabilising Manager(s): Bank ABC, Dubai Islamic Bank, Emirates NBD Capital, HSBC Bank plc, J.P. Morgan and KFH Capital
    Stabilisation period expected to start on: 26th September 2024
    Stabilisation period expected to end no later than: 1st November 2024
    Existence, maximum size & conditions of use of over-allotment facility[1]: 5% of the aggregate nominal amount
    Stabilisation Venue(s) Over the counter (OTC)

    In connection with the offer of the above securities, the Stabilisation Manager(s) may over-allot the securities or effect transactions with a view to supporting the market price of the securities at a level higher than that which might otherwise prevail. However, there is no assurance that the Stabilisation Manager(s) will take any stabilisation action and any stabilisation action, if begun, may be ended at any time. Any stabilisation action or over-allotment shall be conducted in accordance with all applicable laws and rules.
    This announcement is for information purposes only and does not constitute an invitation or offer to underwrite, subscribe for or otherwise acquire or dispose of any securities of the Issuer in any jurisdiction.

    In addition, if and to the extent that this announcement is communicated in, or the offer of the securities to which it relates is made in, any EEA Member State before the publication of a prospectus in relation to the securities which has been approved by the competent authority in that Member State in accordance with the Regulation (EU) 2017/1129 (the “Prospectus Regulation”) (or which has been approved by a competent authority in another Member State and notified to the competent authority in that Member State in accordance with the Prospectus Regulation), this announcement and the offer are only addressed to and directed at persons in that Member State who are qualified investors within the meaning of the Prospectus Regulation (or who are other persons to whom the offer may lawfully be addressed) and must not be acted on or relied on by other persons in that Member State.

    This announcement and the offer of the securities to which it relates are only addressed to and directed at persons outside the United Kingdom and persons in the United Kingdom who have professional experience in matters related to investments or who are high net worth persons within article 12(5) of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Financial Promotion) Order 2005 and must not be acted on or relied on by other persons in the United Kingdom.

    This announcement is not an offer of securities for sale into the United States. The securities have not been, and will not be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933 and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an exemption from registration. There will be no public offer of securities in the United States.

    ___________
    [1]     Please note that the existence and the maximum size of any greenshoe option, the exercise period of the greenshoe option and any conditions for exercise of the greenshoe option must also be disclosed, if such option exists. In addition, the exercise of the greenshoe option must be disclosed to the public promptly, together with all appropriate details, including in particular the date of exercise and the number and nature of securities involved 

    This information is provided by RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange. RNS is approved by the Financial Conduct Authority to act as a Primary Information Provider in the United Kingdom. Terms and conditions relating to the use and distribution of this information may apply. For further information, please contact rns@lseg.com or visit http://www.rns.com.

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  • MIL-OSI: Dividend Declaration

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    For Immediate Release:                                                        26-Sep-24

    WisdomTree Issuer ICAV
    Re: Dividend Payment

    The Directors of WisdomTree Issuer ICAV (the “Fund”) wish to announce the following dividend(s)
    paid by the Fund for the quarter to September 2024.

    Announcement Date: 26-Sep-24
    Ex-Date:                   03-Oct-24
    Record Date:             04-Oct-24
    Payment Date:          18-Oct-24

    Sub-Fund/Share Class ISIN Currency Amount per Share
    WisdomTree Emerging Markets Equity Income UCITS ETF IE00BQQ3Q067 USD 0.3381
    WisdomTree Emerging Markets Small Cap Dividend UCITS ETF IE00BQZJBM26 USD 0.2714
    WisdomTree US Equity Income UCITS ETF IE00BQZJBQ63 USD 0.1749
    WisdomTree Europe Equity Income UCITS ETF IE00BQZJBX31 EUR 0.1103
    WisdomTree Europe Small Cap Dividend UCITS ETF IE00BQZJC527 EUR 0.1438
    WisdomTree US Quality Dividend Growth UCITS ETF – USD IE00BZ56RD98 USD 0.1239
    WisdomTree US Quality Dividend Growth UCITS ETF – GBP Hedged IE000IGMB3E1 GBP 0.0493*
    WisdomTree Global Quality Dividend Growth UCITS ETF – USD IE00BZ56RN96 USD 0.0873
    WisdomTree Global Quality Dividend Growth UCITS ETF – GBP Hedged IE000LRRPK60 GBP 0.0417*
    WisdomTree Global Quality Dividend Growth UCITS ETF – USD (Inst) IE00030Y2P41 USD 27.317
    WisdomTree AT1 CoCo Bond UCITS ETF – USD IE00BZ0XVF52 USD 1.2643
    WisdomTree AT1 CoCo Bond UCITS ETF – USD Hedged IE00BFNNN012 USD 1.4246
    WisdomTree AT1 CoCo Bond UCITS ETF – EUR Hedged IE00BFNNN236 EUR 1.1825*
    WisdomTree AT1 CoCo Bond UCITS ETF – GBP Hedged IE00BFNNN459 GBP 1.2284*
    WisdomTree USD Floating Rate Treasury Bond UCITS ETF – USD IE00BJFN5P63 USD 0.6632
    WisdomTree UK Quality Dividend Growth UCITS ETF – GBP IE0003UH9270 GBP 0.2753
    * Amount has been converted to share class currency using the WMR 4pm rate on 25 September.    

    Enquiries to:

    State Street Fund Services (Ireland) Limited        Karen Campion                        +353 1 776 0406

    IQ EQ Fund Management (Ireland) Limited        Paul Boland                        +353 1 697 1684

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  • MIL-OSI: Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. : Form 8.3 – NEWRIVER REIT PLC – Ordinary Shares

    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: Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. in its capacity as investment advisor and on behalf its affiliates who are also investment advisors (”Dimensional”). Dimensional expressly disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares described in this form 8.3.  
    (b) Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):
    The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.    		    
    (c) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:
    Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree    		 NewRiver REIT PLC  
    (d) If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:    
    (e) Date position held/dealing undertaken:
    For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure    		 25 September 2024  
    (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”    		 YES
    Capital & Regional PLC    		  
       
    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 (GB00BD7XPJ64)  
      Interests Short Positions  
      Number % Number %  
    (1) Relevant securities owned and/or controlled: 5,734,460 1.53 %      
    (2) Cash-settled derivatives:          
    (3) Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:          
      Total 5,734,460 1.53 %      
       
    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  
    1p ordinary (GB00BD7XPJ64) Sale 13,500 .8178 GBP  

    Please note, there were net transfers in of 507

    		  
    (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  
               
       
    (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
                   
       
    (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)  
             
       
    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 26 September 2024  
    Contact name Thomas Hone  
    Telephone number +44 20 3033 3419  
       

    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 http://www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

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  • MIL-OSI: Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. : Form 8.3 – SEGRO plc – Ordinary Shares

    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: Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. in its capacity as investment advisor and on behalf its affiliates who are also investment advisors (”Dimensional”). Dimensional expressly disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares described in this form 8.3.  
    (b) Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):
    The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.    		    
    (c) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:
    Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree    		 Segro PLC  
    (d) If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:    
    (e) Date position held/dealing undertaken:
    For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure    		 25 September 2024  
    (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”    		 YES
    Tritax EuroBox PLC    		  
       
    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: 10p ordinary (GB00B5ZN1N88)  
      Interests Short Positions  
      Number % Number %  
    (1) Relevant securities owned and/or controlled: 15,343,256 1.13 %      
    (2) Cash-settled derivatives:          
    (3) Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:          
      Total 15,343,256 * 1.13 %      
    * Dimensional Fund Advisors LP and/or its affiliates do not have discretion regarding voting decisions in respect of 193,093 shares that are included in the total above.  
       
    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  
    10p ordinary (GB00B5ZN1N88) Purchase 849 8.6860 GBP  
    Please note, there were net transfers in of 8,904  
    (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  
               
       
    (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
                   
       
    (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)  
             
       
    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 26 September 2024  
    Contact name Thomas Hone  
    Telephone number +44 20 3033 3419  
       

    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 http://www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

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  • MIL-OSI: Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. : Form 8.3 – INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO – Ordinary Shares

    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: Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. in its capacity as investment advisor and on behalf its affiliates who are also investment advisors (”Dimensional”). Dimensional expressly disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares described in this form 8.3.  
    (b) Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):
    The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.    		    
    (c) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:
    Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree    		 International Paper Co  
    (d) If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:    
    (e) Date position held/dealing undertaken:
    For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure    		 25 September 2024  
    (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”    		 YES
    DS Smith PLC    		  
       
    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: common stock (US4601461035)  
      Interests Short Positions  
      Number % Number %  
    (1) Relevant securities owned and/or controlled: 4,807,368 1.38 %      
    (2) Cash-settled derivatives:          
    (3) Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:          
      Total 4,807,368 * 1.38 %      
    * Dimensional Fund Advisors LP and/or its affiliates do not have discretion regarding voting decisions in respect of 383,870 shares that are included in the total above.  
       
    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  
    common stock (US4601461035) Purchase 20 48.2275 USD  
    common stock (US4601461035) Purchase 3 48.2274 USD  
    common stock (US4601461035) Sale 19 48.2200 USD  
    common stock (US4601461035) Sale 2,410 48.0900 USD  

    Please note, there were net transfers in of 788

    		  
    (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  
               
       
    (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
                   
       
    (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)  
             
       
    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 26 September 2024  
    Contact name Thomas Hone  
    Telephone number +44 20 3033 3419  
       

    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 http://www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

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  • MIL-OSI: GPTBots.ai Partners with QSTP Incubated Startup sKora Tech to Revolutionize AI Services in Sports

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    DOHA, Qatar, Sept. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GPTBots.ai, a leading global provider of AI bot services for business operations, is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership with sKora Tech, a QSTP (Qatar Science & Technology Park) incubated startup. This strategic collaboration marks the first formal partnership between an international tech company and a QSTP incubated startup, and it promises to create significant advancements in the integration of AI technology in the sports industry.

    GPTBots.ai is renowned for its no-code AI platform that seamlessly integrates artificial intelligence across various enterprise domains, including marketing, customer service, HR, IT, and data analysis. By simplifying the integration of AI into business operations, GPTBots.ai empowers companies of all sizes to enhance productivity, improve efficiency, and foster growth through accessible AI solutions.

    sKora Tech, a data-driven sports agency launched ahead of FIFA 2022, is on a mission to empower over 300 million football players worldwide. The company offers a digital platform that leverages decades of sports agency expertise to create personalized growth pathways for athletes. Through its innovative sKora AI-Agent, sKora Tech enables players to convert their athletic data into marketable CVs in just minutes, helping them unlock new career opportunities in the global sports market.

    Key highlights of the partnership include:
    1. Integration of GPTBots.ai’s AI technology with sKora Tech’s sports agency expertise
    2. Enhanced personalization of growth pathways for athletes using advanced AI algorithms
    3. Streamlined process for converting athletic data into comprehensive, marketable CVs
    4. Expansion of AI-driven solutions in the sports management sector

    “We are incredibly excited to be partnering with sKora Tech,” said Jerry Yin, VP of GPTBots.ai. “Our goal is to make AI accessible and user-friendly across all industries, and this collaboration allows us to take a significant step forward in the sports sector. By combining our AI expertise with sKora Tech’s unique platform, we are creating a powerful tool that will help athletes realize their full potential.”

    “Partnering with GPTBots.ai will enable us to leverage cutting-edge AI technology to provide even more personalized and effective services for our athletes,” said Adel Saad, CEO of sKora Tech. “This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to empower players and democratize access to professional growth opportunities in football.”

    GPTBots.ai’s Vision for the Middle East and Beyond

    As part of its strategic expansion, GPTBots.ai has identified the Middle East as a key growth market, particularly with the region’s increasing focus on innovation and technology. Qatar, with its rapidly growing tech ecosystem and world-class infrastructure, provides an ideal platform for GPTBots.ai to expand its AI services across various sectors, including sports, finance, and education.

    “The Middle East is a region full of potential for AI innovation, and we are committed to establishing a strong presence here,” said Jerry Yin, VP of GPTBots.ai. “This partnership with sKora Tech is just the beginning. We believe that our AI technology can play a transformative role in many industries, and we are excited to contribute to the region’s vision of becoming a hub for technological advancement.”

    GPTBots.ai’s long-term vision is to empower businesses in the Middle East to fully leverage the power of AI, making it accessible and intuitive for companies of all sizes. By partnering with local innovators and startups, GPTBots.ai plans to drive the adoption of AI technology across a wide range of industries, helping to accelerate digital transformation and foster economic growth.

    As part of this partnership, the two companies will work closely to integrate GPTBots.ai’s advanced AI solutions into sKora Tech’s platform, enhancing the user experience for athletes and providing new tools to help them succeed in their professional journeys. This collaboration is expected to unlock new opportunities for both companies and further establish Qatar as a hub for sports technology innovation.

    About GPTBots.ai

    GPTBots.ai is a no-code AI platform designed to integrate artificial intelligence into various enterprise functions, including marketing, customer service, human resources, IT, and data analysis. The company’s mission is to bridge the gap between AI technology and business operations, offering accessible and efficient solutions to improve productivity and foster growth. GPTBots.ai is committed to making AI technology simple and user-friendly for businesses of all sizes.

    For more information, please visit: http://www.gptbots.ai

    About sKora Tech

    sKora Tech is a data-driven sports agency founded in Qatar in the lead-up to FIFA 2022. The company’s platform leverages decades of in-house sports agency expertise to provide personalized growth pathways for footballers. sKora Tech’s AI-Agent allows athletes to turn their athletic data into professional, marketable CVs, empowering them on their journey to success. The company’s mission is to democratize access to professional growth opportunities for football players around the world.

    For more information, please visit: http://www.skoratech.com

    About Aurora Mobile Limited

    Founded in 2011, Aurora Mobile (NASDAQ: JG) is a leading provider of customer engagement and marketing technology services in China. Since its inception, Aurora Mobile has focused on providing stable and efficient messaging services to enterprises and has grown to be a leading mobile messaging service provider with its first-mover advantage. With the increasing demand for customer reach and marketing growth, Aurora Mobile has developed forward-looking solutions such as Cloud Messaging and Cloud Marketing to help enterprises achieve omnichannel customer reach and interaction, as well as artificial intelligence and big data-driven marketing technology solutions to help enterprises’ digital transformation.

    For more information, please visit https://ir.jiguang.cn/.

    Safe Harbor Statement

    This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “confident” and similar statements. Among other things, the Business Outlook and quotations from management in this announcement, as well as Aurora Mobile’s strategic and operational plans, contain forward-looking statements. Aurora Mobile may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including but not limited to statements about Aurora Mobile’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: Aurora Mobile’s strategies; Aurora Mobile’s future business development, financial condition and results of operations; Aurora Mobile’s ability to attract and retain customers; its ability to develop and effectively market data solutions, and penetrate the existing market for developer services; its ability to transition to the new advertising-driven SAAS business model; its ability to maintain or enhance its brand; the competition with current or future competitors; its ability to continue to gain access to mobile data in the future; the laws and regulations relating to data privacy and protection; general economic and business conditions globally and in China and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release and in the attachments is as of the date of the press release, and Aurora Mobile undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

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  • MIL-OSI: Form 8.3 – Equals Group PLC

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Downing LLP
    LEI: 213800G3X76VBG9SB504
    26 September 2024
    Form 8.3 re. Equals Group Plc

    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: Downing LLP
    (b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a): Client funds managed by Downing LLP
    (c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates: Equals 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: 25 September 2024
    (f)   In addition to the company in 1(c) above, is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party to the offer? No

    2.        POSITIONS OF THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

    (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: Ordinary shares 1p
      Interests Short positions
      Number % Number %
    (1)   Relevant securities owned and/or controlled: 4,098,586 2.17    
    (2)   Cash-settled derivatives:        
    (3)   Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:        
    TOTAL: 4,098,586 2.17    

    (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

    (a)        Purchases and sales

    Class of relevant security Purchase/sale Number of securities Price per unit
    1p Ordinary Shares Sale
    Purchase
    Purchase    		 8,993
    8,993
    27,871    		 1.18
    1.18
    1.19

    (b)        Cash-settled derivative transactions

    Class of relevant security Product description Nature of dealing Number of reference securities Price per unit
             

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

    (i)        Writing, selling, purchasing or varying

    Class of relevant security Product description Writing, purchasing, selling, varying etc. Number of securities to which option relates Exercise price per unit Type Expiry date Option money paid/ received per unit
                   

    (ii)        Exercise

    Class of relevant security Product description 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 Details Price per unit (if applicable)
           

    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:

    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:

    None

    (c)        Attachments

    Is a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) attached? NO
    Date of disclosure: 26 September 2024
    Contact name:  
    Telephone number*: 0207 416 7780

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  • MIL-OSI: Mandatory Notification of Trade

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Please refer to the attached form of notification of transaction by primary insider.

    This notification has been submitted pursuant to the Norwegian Securities Trading Act § 5-12 and MAR Article 19 no. 3.

    Attachment

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  • MIL-OSI: Warpsolution’s Space:on Achieves FCC Part 18 Certification, Advancing Wireless Charging

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SEOUL, KOREA, Sept. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As CES 2025 approaches, Warpsolution’s Space:on has received FCC Part 18 certification, enhancing its market potential by enabling efficient power delivery across any distance without limitations.

    Revolutionizing Wireless Charging

    FCC Part 18 certification marks a key advancement for Space:on, setting it apart by supporting high-power, long-distance wireless charging. This contrasts with FCC Part 15, which limits devices to shorter ranges and lower power, primarily for communication devices like routers and consumer electronics.

    Key Distinctions: Part 15 vs. Part 18

    FCC Part 15 regulations are designed primarily for devices with communication functions, typically limiting power usage to less than 1W and applying strict controls on spurious emissions to minimize interference. In contrast, FCC Part 18 aligns with ITU recommendations and caters to industrial, scientific, and medical devices. It permits up to 1W at 920MHz with provisions for higher power under specific conditions, offering potential for greater power usage in future applications. This regulatory framework not only ensures technological efficiency and safety but also supports innovations like Warpsolution’s Space:on.

    Beyond Conventional Charging

    Space:on can charge multiple devices within a 40cm diameter, featuring a touch-activated system that integrates seamlessly into any environment, providing a cable-free experience. This positions Warpsolution at the forefront of the industry.

    Environmental Impact and Market Expansion

    The FCC Part 18 certification highlights Space:on’s role in promoting sustainability by minimizing electronic waste and enhancing energy efficiency. This positions the product as a leader in eco-friendly technology solutions.

    Future Prospects

    With this certification, Warpsolution is poised to transform how devices are powered, enhancing usability in homes and businesses. Space:on is not just a technological advancement; it represents a future where technology integrates seamlessly into our lives while adhering to high safety and environmental standards.

    Media contact

    Brand: Warpsolution

    Contact: Media team

    Email: warps@warpsolution.com

    Website: https://warpsolution.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Atos is awarded a “Platinum” EcoVadis Medal for its commitment to sustainability for 5th year running

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Communiqué de presse

    Atos récompensé pour la cinquième année consécutive par une médaille ‘EcoVadis Platine’ pour son engagement en matière de développement durable

    Paris (France), le 26 octobre 2024 – Atos annonce aujourd’hui avoir reçu une nouvelle fois, pour la cinquième année consécutive, la médaille ’Platine’ d’EcoVadis pour sa performance en matière de Responsabilité Sociale de l’Entreprise (RSE), avec 80 points sur 100.

    Atos confirme ainsi sa position aux côtés des 1% des entreprises les plus performantes évaluées par EcoVadis dans son secteur (programmation informatique, conseil et activités connexes).

    L’évaluation d’EcoVadis porte sur quatre catégories : Environnement, Travail et Droits de l’homme, Éthique, Achats durables. Atos a obtenu d’excellents résultats dans chacune d’entre elles, en particulier dans la catégorie Environnement.

    Après avoir reçu pendant huit années consécutives la médaille d’or EcoVadis, Atos s’est vu décerner, depuis 2020, une médaille de platine, en reconnaissance de son engagement durable. Cette médaille, associée à un excellent score dans la catégorie Environnement, confirme le rôle d’Atos en tant que leader mondial de la décarbonation numérique et reflète son engagement à atteindre des objectifs climatiques ambitieux.

    Le leadership d’Atos pour les sujets climatiques et son programme environnemental ont été récompensés année après année par des organisations et des classements internationaux, telles que l’indice DJSI et le Carbon Disclosure Project.

    Pour en savoir plus sur l’engagement d’Atos en matière de développement durable, veuillez vous référer au document d’enregistrement universel 2023 du Groupe.

    ###

    À propos d’Atos

    Atos est un leader international de la transformation digitale avec environ 92 000 collaborateurs et un chiffre d’affaires annuel d’environ 10 milliards d’euros. Numéro un européen du cloud, de la cybersécurité et des supercalculateurs, le Groupe fournit des solutions intégrées pour tous les secteurs, dans 69 pays. Pionnier des services et produits de décarbonation, Atos s’engage à fournir des solutions numériques sécurisées et décarbonées à ses clients. Atos est une SE (Société Européenne) cotée sur Euronext Paris.

    La raison d’être d’Atos est de contribuer à façonner l’espace informationnel. Avec ses compétences et ses services, le Groupe supporte le développement de la connaissance, de l’éducation et de la recherche dans une approche pluriculturelle et contribue au développement de l’excellence scientifique et technologique. Partout dans le monde, Atos permet à ses clients et à ses collaborateurs, et plus généralement au plus grand nombre, de vivre, travailler et progresser durablement et en toute confiance dans l’espace informationnel.

    Contact presse

    Laura Fau | laura.fau@eviden.com | +33 (0) 6 73 64 04 18

    Attachment

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  • MIL-OSI: Adeah calculates the future market swing days, swing times of the day and prices with high probability accuracy days in advance

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CHEYENNE, Wyo., Sept. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — US-based fintech startup Adeah LLC has announced the development of its Asset Timing Analyst (ATA) software project, which uses a mathematical modeling cycle to predict the swing days of assets in financial markets and giving pricing for entries and profit targeting. This model, grounded in mathematical inferences, minimizes market risks and enables high-yield trading opportunities.

    Supported by GlobalTrader.Club, which has built a strong presence in the trader community since 2005, Adeah, a fintech startup focused on mathematical success in financial markets, invites angel investors interested in early-stage investments in fintech companies to revolutionize fund management and short term or day trading in financial markets.

    Know What Will Happen Before It Happens. Timing is critical in financial markets

    Swing days are the days when asset price fluctuations, such as those of stocks, commodities, and currency pairs, become more pronounced or take a turn. When traders time the days and the hours correctly, they can capitalize on buying or selling opportunities while also reducing risk tremendously.

    Adeah LLC Founder and CEO Marty Meydan stated, “In financial markets, where timing is crucial for performance, ATA enables traders to identify the right time and ATAM indicator provides the right pricing, reducing risks while capitalizing on opportunities at just the right moment,” and emphasized that ATA conducts dynamic calculations based on market movements, measured in hours, days, weeks, and months. Knowing the days and the hours to trade before markets even open with clear pricing, allows to plan much better in a 24 hour global market, without getting stuck to the screen.

    As a unique financial markets technology company and a market education company, Adeah brings a new dimension to the process of predicting market movements through mechanisms based on mathematical models. Data from ATA software’s performance in the first half of 2024 shows success rates of 80.95% in gold, 74.55% in the S&P 500, and 66% in the EUR/USD pair.

    Consistently demonstrated the predictability of market swings and major day movements up to weeks in advance!

    “Trading and investing in financial markets have always been portrayed as unpredictable and filled with uncertainties,” said Marty Meydan, adding, “However, the model we developed at Adeah has shown that market swings and major day movements can often be calculated with a high probability of success.”

    In addition to its software development, fintech startup Adeah offers educational programs that teach traders how to invest in financial markets with timing calculations and the intricacies of technical analysis. The “101 Day Trader Career Program” includes live market analysis following the education.

    According to Marty Meydan, the technical analysis strategy based on accurate swing timing calculations provides traders with a mathematical, model-driven approach that increase their chances of success and profitability across any financial asset they chose to trade.

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  • MIL-OSI: Nokia Bell Labs and e& announce R&D collaboration to innovate for strategic industrial sectors

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Press Release
    Nokia Bell Labs and e& announce R&D collaboration to innovate for strategic industrial sectors

    • Collaboration is expected to develop AI-based use cases for strategic industrial sectors.
    • Responsible AI solutions aim for sustainable enterprise and industrial automation applications.

    26 September 2024
    Espoo, Finland – Nokia’s research arm, Nokia Bell Labs, and e&, a global technology group, announced today that they have signed a year-long, non-binding memorandum of understanding (“MoU”) for R&D collaboration to create AI-based use cases for strategic industrial sectors.

    The goal is to develop responsible AI solutions for sustainable enterprise and industrial automation applications and accelerate innovation concepts toward real world deployments.

    The MoU includes exploring collaboration opportunities with industry, universities and research centers. Both organizations aim to develop innovative solutions in the areas of AI and information and communication technologies that fit into an overall vision of industrial automation and digitalization. Network connectivity, AI and advanced computing are foundational in solving the difficult industrial challenges of productivity, efficiency, safety, health and sustainability faced by many industrial sectors today.

    e& has emerged as a pioneering force of AI and Generative AI in the United Arab Emirates and its 33 operating markets in addition to declaring its commitment to reach net zero status in its home market of the UAE by 2030 and across all operations by 2040.

    Nokia Bell Labs is an industry leader in Responsible AI and has defined six principles to guide AI research in the future along the lines of fairness, reliability, privacy, transparency, sustainability and accountability. These principles not only reflect the future of AI standards but also comprehensively account for the telecom industry’s renewed focus on environmental sustainability, social responsibility and good governance.

    Thierry E. Klein, President of Bell Labs Solutions Research at Nokia, said: “This engagement between Nokia Bell Labs and e& reflects our commitment to innovating with our customers and partners. By jointly developing applications and use cases that leverage our expertise in responsible AI, software and data systems, we will accelerate the digital transformation that provides new technologies for a safer, more productive and more sustainable future. We look forward to co-creating ground-breaking solutions that can unlock new business opportunities for industrial operations in the Middle East and beyond.”

    Dena Almansoori, Group Chief AI and Data Officer at e&, said: “While we realise the immense potential of AI, it’s equally important to build strong protections to ensure its responsible development and deployment. This will be the foundation of our collaboration with Nokia Bell Labs as we both explore the potential of AI in driving sustainable industrial automation. By combining Nokia Bell Labs’ expertise in AI research and our deep understanding of industrial applications, we are set to explore the development of innovative solutions that address the urgent challenges facing industries today.”

    Resources and additional information
    Webpage: Nokia Bell Labs
    Webpage: e&

    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.

    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.

    About e&
    e& is one of the leading technology groups in the world. Boasting impressive financial figures for 2023, with consolidated net revenue reaching a staggering AED 53.8 billion and consolidated net profit surging to AED 10.3 billion, the Group’s impeccable credit ratings reflect its strong balance sheet and track record of sustained success.

    Founded in Abu Dhabi over 48 years ago, the Group has a rich legacy as the pioneer in telecommunications in the UAE. Today, its footprint spans 33 countries, including STARZPLAY and Careem Everything app across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, making it a leading player in the industry.

    Innovation is ingrained in e&’s DNA to create an unbreakable bond between communities using cutting-edge digital solutions, smart connectivity and advanced technologies.

    The Group has designed five strong business pillars that address various customer segments: e& UAE, e& international, e& life, e& enterprise and e& capital. Through these pillars, we strive to revolutionise the way people communicate, work and live by providing unparalleled services and exceptional experiences.

    At e&, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible and delivering measurable results that make a difference in people’s lives.

    To learn more about e&, please visit: https://eand.com/. 

    Media inquiries
    Nokia Press Office
    Email: Press.Services@nokia.com

    Follow us on social media
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  • MIL-OSI: Nokia Bell Labs and e& announce R&D collaboration to innovate for strategic industrial sectors

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Press Release
    Nokia Bell Labs and e& announce R&D collaboration to innovate for strategic industrial sectors

    • Collaboration is expected to develop AI-based use cases for strategic industrial sectors.
    • Responsible AI solutions aim for sustainable enterprise and industrial automation applications.

    26 September 2024
    Espoo, Finland – Nokia’s research arm, Nokia Bell Labs, and e&, a global technology group, announced today that they have signed a year-long, non-binding memorandum of understanding (“MoU”) for R&D collaboration to create AI-based use cases for strategic industrial sectors.

    The goal is to develop responsible AI solutions for sustainable enterprise and industrial automation applications and accelerate innovation concepts toward real world deployments.

    The MoU includes exploring collaboration opportunities with industry, universities and research centers. Both organizations aim to develop innovative solutions in the areas of AI and information and communication technologies that fit into an overall vision of industrial automation and digitalization. Network connectivity, AI and advanced computing are foundational in solving the difficult industrial challenges of productivity, efficiency, safety, health and sustainability faced by many industrial sectors today.

    e& has emerged as a pioneering force of AI and Generative AI in the United Arab Emirates and its 33 operating markets in addition to declaring its commitment to reach net zero status in its home market of the UAE by 2030 and across all operations by 2040.

    Nokia Bell Labs is an industry leader in Responsible AI and has defined six principles to guide AI research in the future along the lines of fairness, reliability, privacy, transparency, sustainability and accountability. These principles not only reflect the future of AI standards but also comprehensively account for the telecom industry’s renewed focus on environmental sustainability, social responsibility and good governance.

    Thierry E. Klein, President of Bell Labs Solutions Research at Nokia, said: “This engagement between Nokia Bell Labs and e& reflects our commitment to innovating with our customers and partners. By jointly developing applications and use cases that leverage our expertise in responsible AI, software and data systems, we will accelerate the digital transformation that provides new technologies for a safer, more productive and more sustainable future. We look forward to co-creating ground-breaking solutions that can unlock new business opportunities for industrial operations in the Middle East and beyond.”

    Dena Almansoori, Group Chief AI and Data Officer at e&, said: “While we realise the immense potential of AI, it’s equally important to build strong protections to ensure its responsible development and deployment. This will be the foundation of our collaboration with Nokia Bell Labs as we both explore the potential of AI in driving sustainable industrial automation. By combining Nokia Bell Labs’ expertise in AI research and our deep understanding of industrial applications, we are set to explore the development of innovative solutions that address the urgent challenges facing industries today.”

    Resources and additional information
    Webpage: Nokia Bell Labs
    Webpage: e&

    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.

    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.

    About e&
    e& is one of the leading technology groups in the world. Boasting impressive financial figures for 2023, with consolidated net revenue reaching a staggering AED 53.8 billion and consolidated net profit surging to AED 10.3 billion, the Group’s impeccable credit ratings reflect its strong balance sheet and track record of sustained success.

    Founded in Abu Dhabi over 48 years ago, the Group has a rich legacy as the pioneer in telecommunications in the UAE. Today, its footprint spans 33 countries, including STARZPLAY and Careem Everything app across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, making it a leading player in the industry.

    Innovation is ingrained in e&’s DNA to create an unbreakable bond between communities using cutting-edge digital solutions, smart connectivity and advanced technologies.

    The Group has designed five strong business pillars that address various customer segments: e& UAE, e& international, e& life, e& enterprise and e& capital. Through these pillars, we strive to revolutionise the way people communicate, work and live by providing unparalleled services and exceptional experiences.

    At e&, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible and delivering measurable results that make a difference in people’s lives.

    To learn more about e&, please visit: https://eand.com/. 

    Media inquiries
    Nokia Press Office
    Email: Press.Services@nokia.com

    Follow us on social media
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  • MIL-OSI: Anmodning om ophør af suspension i enkelt afdeling under Investeringsforeningen Danske Invest

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NASDAQ Copenhagen

    Nikolaj Plads 6
    1007 København K

    		  

    Bernstorffsgade 40
    1577  København V
    Telefon 33 33 71 71
    Telefax 33 15 71 71
    http://www.danskeinvest.dk

    26. september 2024
       

    Der anmodes om ophør af suspension for afdeling/andelsklasse nedenfor. 

    Investeringsforeningen Danske Invest:

    Afdeling/andelsklasse ISIN-kode OMX Identifikation
    Nye Markeder 2, klasse DKK d DK0060080380 DKINM2

    Med venlig hilsen

    DANSKE INVEST
    MANAGEMENT A/S

    Tina Hjorth Hetting
    Head of Investment Management

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  • MIL-OSI: Innofactor Plc: Notification of major holdings in accordance with Chapter 9, Section 10 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Innofactor Plc                Stock exchange release        September 26, 2024, at 9:45 (EEST)

    Innofactor Plc has on September 25, 2024, received a notification from Onni Bidco under Chapter 9, Section 5 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act, according to which Onni Bidco Oy’s direct holding in Innofactor’s shares increased above the 30 percent threshold.

    Total positions of Onni Bidco Oy according to the notification:

             
      % of shares and voting rights % of shares and voting rights through financial instruments Total of both in % Total number of shares and voting rights of issuer
    Resulting situation on the date on which threshold was crossed or reached 30.09
    (+50.32)            		 0.41 30.49
    (+50.32 = 80.81)    		 36,343,691
    Positions of previous notification
    (if applicable)    		 28.37 21.84 50.20  

    Notified details of the resulting situation on the date on which the threshold was crossed or reached:

    A: Shares and voting rights

    Class / type of shares Number of shares and voting rights % of shares and voting rights
      Direct (SMA 9:5) Indirect (SMA 9:6 and 9:7) Direct (SMA 9:5) Indirect (SMA 9:6 and 9:7)
    Onni Bidco: Innofactor Plc share FI0009007637 10,934,048
    (+18,288,674)    		   30.09
    (+50.32)    		  
    Subtotal A 10,934,048
    (+18,288,674)    		 30.09
    (+50.32)

    B: Financial instruments according to SMA 9:6a

    Type of financial instrument Expiration date Exercise / Conversion period Physical or cash settlement Number of shares and voting rights % of shares and voting rights
    Tender offer consortium agreement     Share delivery through the acceptance of the tender offer 148,127 0.41
      Subtotal B 148,127 0.41

    Full chain of controlled undertakings through which the voting rights and/or the financial instruments are effectively held starting with the ultimate controlling natural person or legal entity:

    Name % of shares and voting rights % of shares and voting rights through financial instruments Total of both
    CapMan Growth Equi-ty Fund III Ky              
    Onni Topco Oy      
    Onni Midco Oy      
    Onni Bidco Oy 30.09
    (+50.32)    		 0.41 30.49
    (+50.32 = 80.81)

    Further, according to Onni Bidco Oy’s notification:

    CapMan Growth Equity Fund III Ky, a fund managed by the investment company CapMan Growth (CapMan Growth), Sami Ensio, through the holding company Ensio Investment Group Oy controlled by him, and co-investor Osprey Capital Oy have formed a consortium for the purposes of the public tender offer for the shares in Innofactor Plc made on 22 July 2024. Onni Bidco Oy, the offeror, formed for the purposes of the public tender offer, is currently owned by CapMan Growth. Onni Bidco Oy has acquired shares of Innofactor Plc through transactions made on September 25, 2024, resulting in a direct ownership of 10,934,048 shares and its direct ownership of shares and the voting rights they generate has now exceeded the 30 percent threshold. In accordance with the announcement made on September 19, 2024, regarding the final result of Onni Bidco Oy’s public tender offer, Onni Bidco Oy has decided to proceed with the public tender offer in accordance with its terms. Therefore, the 18,288,674 shares validly tendered in the public offer (including the shares under the control of Sami Ensio, excluding certain shares received as board remuneration totaling 148,127), which represent approximately 50.32 percent of Innofactor Plc’s shares and voting rights, will be transferred to the ownership of Onni Bidco Oy following the completion of the transactions related to the public tender offer, with the transfer expected to be finalized around October 10, 2024. These shares have been reported in this notification as the direct ownership of Onni Bidco Oy in parentheses, as the completion of the tender offer has been confirmed. According to an agreement between the consortium members, Sami Ensio has undertaken, subject to certain conditions and potential limitations, to accept the public tender offer in respect of all Innofactor Plc shares under his control. As the consortium members are acting in consert in making the public tender offer, the 148,127 shares obtained as board remuneration that are still under the control of Sami Ensio disclosed in this notification are disclosed as ownership based on a financial instrument. Although the ownership of the parties acting in concert now exceeds both 30 and 50 percent of the voting rights generated by Innofactor Plc’s shares, there is no obligation to make a mandatory public tender offer due to the exemption provided by Section 21, first paragraph, of Chapter 11 of the Securities Markets Act. 

    Espoo, September 26, 2024

    INNOFACTOR PLC

    Antti Rokala, CFO

    Additional information:
    Antti Rokala, CFO, antti.rokala@innofactor.com, +358 40 480 2752
    Lasse Lautsuo, CMO, ir@innofactor.com, +358 50 480 1597

    Distribution:
    NASDAQ Helsinki
    Main media
    http://www.innofactor.com

    Innofactor
    Innofactor is the leading driver of the modern digital organization in the Nordic Countries for its about 1,000 customers in commercial and public sector. Innofactor has the widest solution offering and leading know-how in the Microsoft ecosystem in the Nordics. Innofactor has about 600 enthusiastic and motivated top specialists in Finland, Sweden, Denmark and Norway. The Innofactor Plc share is listed in the technology section of the main list of NASDAQ Helsinki Oy. http://www.innofactor.com #ModernDigitalOrganization #PeopleFirst #CreatingSmiles #BeTheRealYou

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  • MIL-OSI: AFL : First half-year 2024: Business continued to grow at a sustained pace, delivering positive earnings

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    First half-year 2024:
    Business continued to grow at a sustained pace, delivering positive earnings

    The AFL Group has unveiled its earnings for H1 2024. Highlights include:

    • New memberships expressed as pledged capital are up €21.5 million in H1 2024 – as much as during the full year in 2023.
    • Credit origination hit a new record high after growing 18% in H1 2024 compared to H1 2023.
    • Half-year earnings, excluding non-recurring items, rose 16% between 2023 and 2024.
    • Changes to local authority risk weightings, down from 20% to 0%, allow the debt securities issued by AFL to be classified as HQLA1 (decision by ACPR in June 2024).

    Consolidated earnings – key figures at June 30, 2024:

    Member local authorities: 878 (+102 local authorities vs. 31/12/2023)

    Pledged capital: 315 million euros (+21.5 million vs. 31/12/2023)

    Loan production: 622 billion euros (+18% vs. 30/06/2023)

    Funds raised in the market: 1,400 million euros (part of a 2,500-million-euro programme) with a 39-basis point margin over the OAT yield curve.

    Net interest margin: 11.6 billion euros (-10.5% vs. 30/06/2023)

    Gross operating income: 2.9 billion euros (-25% vs. June 30, 2023)

    Net income after tax: 1.96 billion euros (-31% vs. June 30, 2023)

    Cost/income ratio: 73.1% (vs. 67.4% as of December 31, 2023)

    Solvency ratio: 77.7% (vs. 13.23% as of December 31, 2023)

    Leverage ratio for public development lending institutions: 9.69% (vs. 8.86% as of December 31, 2023)

    Banking leverage ratio1: 2.42% (vs. 2.24% as of December 31, 2023)

    Record increase in lending activity and in the number of new local authority memberships

    Record credit origination

    During H1 2024, AFL granted loans of 622 million euros to its local authority members, 18% more than as of June 2023. This trend is being observed as demand for debt remains high, fuelled by the need to fund mid-term projects and address major challenges posed by the environmental and climate transition.

    Over 100 new local authority members

    Buoyed by this lending momentum and its increasingly strong reputation, AFL registered 102 new local authority memberships, thereby bringing its total members to 878 at 30 June, 2024.

    These new members are: 3 departments, 5 unions, 2 communities of communes, 5 urban communities and 87 municipalities of various sizes. Overall, AFL Group members include a total of 6 regions, 17 French departments, 669 municipalities and 186 EPCIs (groupings of municipalities) including 15 cities and 50 unions.

    This represents an additional capital commitment of 21.5 million euros, voted in H1 2024, bringing the total to 315 million euros.

    Efficient refinancing that stands out for the continued diversification of issuances

    In H1 2024, AFL raised 1.4 billion euros in the bond market with a weighted average maturity of 7.8 years:

    • A syndicated bond issue of 750 million euros with a 10-year maturity;
    • The first syndicated issuance in Swiss francs for a total 110 million, with a 10-year maturity;
    • A new 3-year syndicated bond issuance in sterling for a total 250 million;
    • Several Euro-denominated private placements including six “callable” deals (pre-determined term) for a total 221 million euros.

    The weighted average spread on these issues was 39-basis points over the Obligations Assimilables du Trésor (OAT) curve, a substantial improvement compared to the previous financial year (average of 49 basis points over OAT in 2023).

    Financial results are aligned with the business plan

    Robust earnings (consolidated earnings under IFRS)

    At June 30, 2024, the AFL Group has generated the income needed to pursue its growth:

    • Net banking income (NBI) came in at €10,785 thousand (€12,179 thousand as of 30/06/2023).
    • Net interest margin for the AFL Group stood at €11,586 thousand (€12,940 thousand of 30/06/2024). This decline stems from the exceptional results recorded in the first half of 2023, boosted notably by the substantial drop in cash carrying costs after the ECB raised its deposit rate.
    • The gross operating income stood at €2,901 thousand (€3,868 thousand as of 30/06/2023).
    • Excluding non-recurring items (i.e. excluding income from capital gains on disposals of securities and hedge accounting), gross operating income was €4,015 thousand (€3,452 thousand in H2 2023).
    • Operating costs during the period came to €7,336 thousand as of June 30, 2024 (€7,857 thousand as of 30/06/2023), reflecting AFL’s disciplined management and the end of the contribution to the Single Resolution Fund.  
    • Net income as of June 30, 2024, stood at €1,954 thousand (€2,840 thousand as of June 30, 2024).

    Earnings that meet our expectations and confirm the resilience of AFL’s model

    “The AFL Group’s results at the end of the first half of 2024 are in positive territory for the long term. They are in line with the forecast included in the budget for the year 2024 and the multi-annual business plan. They reflect the sustained growth of the bank’s core business: an accelerating rate of membership and historic credit production. With the 0% risk weighting of local authorities, the quality of the AFL signature in capital markets improves further and will allow it to strengthen its competitiveness in financing local public investment”, states Yves Millardet, Chairman of the Executive Board of AFL.

    The cost of risk is intrinsically low in AFL’s model

    AFL’s cost of risk is intrinsically limited due to its model as a public development credit institution, the company’s prudent management and the excellent solvency of local authorities. As an example, AFL has zero exposure to stage 3 (default status) assets.

    At June 30, 2024, the cost of risk relating to ex-ante impairment for expected losses on financial assets under IFRS 9 was a charge of €255 thousand (compared with a charge of €71 thousand at 30/06/2023).

    This rise in the cost of risk is mainly attributable to higher asset volumes, and to a lesser extent, to revisions made to the assumptions used for determining the economic scenarios by asset class, to account for the deterioration of macroeconomic and geo-strategic risks.

    The operating income stands at €2,645 thousand (€3,797 thousand as of June 30, 2023). This led to a rise in the cost/income ratio to 73.1% (68.2% as of June 30, 2023). Relative to credit volumes, operating expenses account for 19 basis points; this is a 1 basis-point improvement compared to December 31, 2023, confirming the efficiency of our model.

    Financial strength

    The highlight event for AFL during the period was the ACPR (Supervision and Resolution Authority)’s decision on June 21, 2024 (and published on July 3, 2024) to change the credit risk weighting of exposures to French local authorities from 20% to 0%. This decision is applicable to municipalities, departments, regions and EPCI (with specific tax status), and has generated a significant facial increase for the AFL Group’s solvency ratio.

    Furthermore, following its decision on June 21, 2024, the ACPR supervisory college announced that the debt issued by AFL would qualify as HQLA1 if the percentage of the credit granted by AFL to local authorities with 0% weightings is above 90% of its outstanding credit. Exposure to French local authorities with 0% weightings stands at 94.9% as of June 30, 2024 – which is largely above the minimum threshold of 90%.

    • The CET1 solvency ratio (consolidated) stands at 77.7% (13.23% at 31/12/2023);
    • The leverage ratio, calculated using the methodology applicable to public development credit institutions, was 9.69% (compared to 8.86% as of 31/12/2023 and for a regulatory limit of 3%);
    • The banking leverage ratio stands at 2.42% (2.24% as of 31/12/2023);
    • The liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) stands at 622%, above the regulatory limit of 100%;
    • The net stable funding ratio (NSFR) stands at 171%, above the regulatory threshold of 100%;
    • The 12-month internal liquidity ratio (NCRR) came to 98% at 30 June 2024, corresponding to a liquidity reserve of €2.1 billion. This will allow AFL to meet all its needs for almost 12 months without having to turn to the market.  

    Post-closing events

    • Since the end of H1 2024, on July 18, 2024, AFL tapped its bond maturing on March 20, 2034, by €250 million with a narrower margin of 23 basis points over the OAT rate. This narrower margin stems from the HQLA1 classification of the debt issued by AFL (cf. ACPR decision explained above).
    • As of August 31, 2024, AFL’s medium- and long-term loan production was €831 million, confirming its steady and solid growth.
    • A further capital increase was carried out by the Board of Directors of AFL-ST on September 25, 2024, to allow new local authorities to gain membership.
    • On September 4, 2024, AFL published the credit ratings assigned by Fitch Ratings: AA- (stable outlook) for mid-and long-term debt and F1+ (stable outlook) for short-term debt. At the same time, for purposes of methodology, Moody’s was asked to delete all ratings and assessments it had completed on AFL.
    • To continue to support the growth momentum of its loan portfolio and to address demand from its members, while maintaining high levels of equity capital, AFL is looking into the possibility of issuing super subordinated debt in the near future, market conditions permitting.

    AFL credit rating at 25 September, 2024

      Fitch Ratings Standard & Poor’s
    Long-term rating AA- AA-
    Outlook Stable Stable
    Short-term rating F1+ A-1+

    AFL’s Management Board signed off on AFL’s interim financial statements2for the first half of 2024 on September 10, 2024. At its meeting on September 25, 2024, chaired by Sacha Briand, AFL’s Supervisory Board approved AFL’s interim financial statements.
    At its meeting on September 25, 2024, chaired by Marie Ducamin, the Board of Directors of AFL-ST, the Société Territoriale (parent company), approved AFL Group’s consolidated interim financial statements.

    The Statutory Auditors conducted a limited review of the concise interim parent company and consolidated financial statements for the period from January 1, 2024 to June 30, 2024, and their reports are available at:
    http://www.agence-france-locale.fr

    This press release contains certain forward-looking statements. Although AFL Group believes that these statements are based on reasonable assumptions as of the date of this press release, they are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, relating in particular to the impacts of the war in Ukraine and the resulting economic crisis, which may cause actual results to differ from those indicated or implied in these statements.

    AFL Group’s financial information for the first half of the year consists of this press release and the report available on the website:

    https://www.agence-france-locale.fr/actualite/first-half-year-2024-results/

    About Agence France Locale

    “Embody responsible finance and empower local authorities to respond to the present and future needs of their inhabitants.”
    “By creating the first bank that we wholly own and manage, we, the French local authorities, have taken a strong political step toward decentralization. Agence France Locale is unlike any other financial institution. Created by and for local authorities, it acts in a local context to strengthen our freedom, our ability to develop projects and our responsibility as public actors. Its culture of prudence safeguards us against the potential dangers posed by the complexity and depth of its governance and conflicts of interest. Its fundamental objective is to offer local authorities access to resources on the best terms and with complete transparency. We are guided by the principles of solidarity and equity. Convinced that we will go further together, we wanted an agile institution that would appeal to all authorities, from the largest regions to the smallest municipalities. We see profit as a way to optimize public spending, not an end in itself. Through AFL, we support a local environment committed to addressing social, economic and environmental challenges. AFL strengthens our power to act, to carry out projects locally, for today and tomorrow, for the good of the people who live there. We are proud to have a bank that expresses growth as we see it, ever more responsible and sustainable. We are Agence France Locale.”

    More information can be found on http://www.afl-banque.fr         

    1The decree of July 15, 2024 amending the Code Général des Collectivités Territoriales (French Law for Regional and Local Authorities) states that local authorities wishing to become members of AFL must ensure that the risk appetite framework set by the banking institution includes a minimum equity capital threshold of at least 1.7 % of total exposure.
    2 During the first half of 2024, AFL purchased office space through its subsidiary Agence France Locale Foncière. This property will house AFL’s headquarters from 2027.

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  • MIL-OSI: Virtune AB (Publ) announces its expansion into France through the listing of Virtune Staked Solana ETP on Euronext Paris

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Paris, 26th of September 2024 — Virtune, a Swedish regulated digital asset manager and issuer of crypto Exchange Traded Products (ETPs) based in Stockholm, Sweden, announces its expansion into France through the listing of its Virtune Staked Solana ETP on Euronext Paris.

    With strong traction and consistent inflows in the Nordic regions driven by increasing interest and crypto adoption, expanding into France is a strategic milestone for Virtune. Virtune has since its inception in May 2023 been growing rapidly in the Nordics where it has listed a total of 12 products and reached more than 31 000 investors in its products in just about one year.

    The key success factors have been an educational focus, a transparent market approach and through its regulated status. This move not only addresses growing investor enthusiasm but also enhances our market presence across Europe.

    Christopher Kock, CEO of Virtune, stated:

    “We are thrilled to expand into France with the introduction of our Staked Solana ETP to the French investor community after its successful launch in the Nordic markets. Since our inception in May 2023, we have worked tirelessly to drive crypto adoption through educational efforts in the Nordics and we are excited to extend these efforts to the French financial market. This ETP provides investors with enhanced exposure to Solana, one of the leading and most influential blockchains globally, while also offering additional returns through included staking.”

    About Virtune Staked Solana ETP
    Virtune Staked Solana ETP provides exposure to Solana combined with the benefits of staking. With staking incorporated, the ETP offers an additional annual return of approximately 3% on the investment made in the ETP, while at the same time offering an attractive annual fee of 0.95%.

    Like all of Virtune’s ETPs, Virtune Staked Solana ETP is 100% physically backed and fully collateralized, is denominated in EUR for the French audience and is available on brokerage platforms. Virtune uses Coinbase as the crypto custodian where the underlying SOL tokens are being stored with highest institutional grade security in cold-storage. The underlying SOL tokens are being staked directly from cold-storage and the staking rewards are being reflected in the daily price of the ETP.

    Key Product Information:

    Exposure to Solana with approximately 3% annual return through staking
    100% physically backed by SOL
    0.95% annual management fee
    Non-custodial staking

    Virtune Staked Solana ETP:

    Trading Currency: EUR
    First Day of Trading: Tuesday, 17th of September 2024
    Euronext Exchange Ticker: VRTS
    Bloomberg Ticker: VIRSOL
    ISIN: SE0021309754
    Exchanges: Euronext Paris, Euronext Amsterdam, Nasdaq Stockholm

    About Virtune AB (Publ)
    Virtune is a registered financial institution with the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (FSA) for trading and managing digital assets and has an approved EU Base Prospectus, renewed with the Swedish FSA on April 5, 2024 which has enabled Virtune’s strategy of listing ETPs on regulated European exchanges. Virtune’s mission is to provide seamless access to crypto assets for both institutional and retail investors through innovative ETPs, transparency, and education.

    Virtune has a wide offering of crypto ETPs that includes Virtune Bitcoin ETP, Virtune Staked Ethereum ETP, Virtune Staked Solana ETP, Virtune Crypto Top 10 Index ETP, Virtune XRP ETP, Virtune Chainlink ETP, Virtune Avalanche ETP, Virtune Staked Polkadot ETP, Virtune Staked Polygon ETP, Virtune Arbitrum ETP and Virtune Staked Cardano ETP.

    About Solana
    Solana is a high-performance blockchain platform designed to offer fast and scalable decentralized application operations and cryptocurrency transactions. By using a unique consensus mechanism known as Proof of History (PoH) along with Proof of Stake (PoS), Solana can handle thousands of transactions per second with low transaction costs, which is a significant improvement over older blockchains like Bitcoin and Ethereum. This combination of technologies not only allows for instant transaction verification but also a significant increase in network throughput without compromising security or decentralization.

    About staking
    Staking enables crypto asset owners to earn passive income by participating in the validation and confirmation of transactions on a blockchain through a process known as Proof of Stake. This mechanism is a fundamental component of Proof of Stake blockchains, like Ethereum and Solana, and plays a vital role in ensuring the security and authenticity of blockchain transactions. To facilitate a transaction on the blockchain securely and accurately, a validator must stake a certain amount of crypto asset as a guarantee of the transaction’s legitimacy.

    The validator aims to stake as much crypto assets as possible to increase the likelihood of receiving rewards, which are paid out in the same type of crypto asset that was staked. For instance, if you stake Solana, you receive additional SOL tokens as a reward. The annual reward percentage for staking can vary and may range from 0-14% or higher for some blockchains. Most crypto asset holders cannot act as validators themselves, as it requires significant amounts of crypto assets. Therefore, many choose to stake their assets through an established and trusted validator. Virtune includes staking rewards in its products that have ‘staked’ included in their names.

    Flow Traders will act as the market maker for the ETP, ensuring that French investors can access the product easily and efficiently during Euronext market hours.

    Stockholm, 26th of September 2024

    For further inquiries, please contact:
    Christopher Kock, CEO & Member of the Board of Directors
    Email: hello@virtune.com

    About Virtune AB (Publ)
    Virtune with its headquarters in Stockholm is a regulated Swedish digital asset manager and issuer of crypto exchange traded products on regulated European exchanges.

    With regulatory compliance, strategic collaborations with industry leaders and our proficient team, we empower investors on a global level to access innovative and sophisticated investment products that are aligned with the evolving landscape of the global crypto market.

    Cryptocurrency investments are associated with high risk. Virtune does not provide investment advice. Investments are made at your own risk. Securities may increase or decrease in value, and there is no guarantee that you will recover your invested capital. Please read the prospectus, KID, terms at http://www.virtune.com.

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  • MIL-OSI: Rising Star of 2049: WEEX’s Journey from Bear Market Origins to $5 Billion Daily Trades

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SINGAPORE, Sept. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TOKEN2049 Singapore kicked off in full swing at the iconic Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. Just 3 minutes walk away from the TOKEN 2049 event venue. Attendees relished complimentary beverages and engaged in networking. Among them were influential figures poised to shape the destiny of multibillion-dollar ventures.

    What unfolded was the Crypto Millionaire Gala orchestrated by WEEX, an event where influencers, blockchain entrepreneurs, and crypto enthusiasts like ⓧ Cyphereus Prime, Crypto Banter and Chiitancoin came together to forge connections and network and explore wealth-building opportunities in 2024. WEEX served as a platform linking different resources, showcasing its growing reputation as a rising star in the crypto world.

    Celebrating WEEX’s Impressive Journey

    “At WEEX, the slogan ‘Where new wealth is made’ is not just words – it is exactly what WEEX doing.” said Andrew Weine, WEEX’s VP, during the gala. Since WEEX’s birth in 2018 , which was a significant year of bear market. WEEX has made significant progress.

    By 2022, the daily trading volumes of WEEX reached $5 billion, serving over 500,000 users globally, registering a monthly growth rate of 100%, and securing critical licenses, including U.S. MSB License, SVG FSA License and Canada MSB License.

    Today, WEEX safeguards 5 million portfolios, offers 400+ futures trading pairs, and has grown exponentially during tough market conditions. 88% of the population of the world are now able to use WEEX’s platform to make financial opportunities accessible to all.

    What Strives the Growth of WEEX?

    WEEX’s rise in six years is due to various factors, especially its platform token, WXT, which transforms traditional trading.

    WXT not only reduces trading fees but also includes the Protection Fund, Team Incentives, Brand Promotion, Partner Ecosystem Fund, and User Acquisition Campaign.

    Holders of WXT enjoy perks like free airdrops on WE-Launch with an impressive 88.71% APY. Holding WXT unlocks benefits such as 0% futures trading fees and increased profit sharing. WEEX ensures WXT’s value through regular buybacks and burns, reflecting our commitment to transparency and sustainable growth.

    Fostering Innovation through Partnerships

    At WEEX, it’s more than just an exchange; it’s about fostering innovation and growth for partners. Strategic partnerships are vital in advancing the mission. By providing project listing budgets, fostering a collaborative environment through community, and offering comprehensive promotion strategies, the success and visibility of projects listed on the platform are ensured.

    Embracing a Bright Future Together

    The Crypto Millionaire Gala marks a milestone in the development of the WEEX Exchange Empire. As the journey continues, building partnerships and creating wealth for users, the future of WEEX looks brighter than ever. WEEX is more than a platform; it’s a community of innovators, traders, and visionaries. With a commitment to growth, transparency, and partnership, lives are being changed globally by opening doors to financial opportunities.

    Whether a project owner, a seasoned trader, or someone aspiring to be a crypto success story, WEEX is here to support on this transformative journey. Together, the landscape of wealth creation is being reshaped.

    About WEEX

    Founded in the bustling metropolis of Singapore back in 2018, WEEX Exchange has emerged as a leading global cryptocurrency platform. In just half a dozen years, WEEX has cultivated a thriving user base surpassing 5 million and boasts a daily trading volume exceeding $200 million. Offering over 400 trading pairs and trailblazing zero trading fees for new token launches, WEEX has rightfully earned acclaim across the industry for its innovative approach and unwavering commitment to excellence.

    For more information:
    Website: https://www.weex.com/
    Media Inquiries: market@weexglobal.com
    Customer Support: support@weex.com
    WEEX Exchange WE-Launch: https://www.weex.com/WE-Launch

    Disclaimer: This content is provided by WEEX. The statements, views and opinions expressed in this column are solely those of the content provider. 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. It is strongly recommended you practice due diligence, including consultation with a professional financial advisor, before investing in or trading cryptocurrency and securities. Please conduct your own research and invest at your own risk.

    Photos accompanying this announcement are available at
    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/dc93c429-4e65-4249-9f4c-634c02b9d34d
    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/aca6bf0d-4001-4b04-a048-161c99e57dd3
    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/37e8b1bf-b084-4067-b5a3-52dfcc044c72

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  • MIL-OSI: The European Investment Fund (EIF) and the Hungarian National Capital Holding (NCH) Launch a €40 Million VC Fund to Strengthen Enterprises with Social and Environmental Impact

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    BUDAPEST, Hungary, Sept. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The European Investment Fund (EIF) and the Hungarian National Capital Holding (NCH) have launched Impact Ventures III, a €40 million venture capital fund aimed at supporting early-stage, innovative SMEs and startups with positive social and environmental impacts in Hungary and Central Eastern Europe.

    The new fund, which complies with paragraph 8 of the SFDR regulation on sustainability in the financial sector, is being launched in partnership with the National Capital Holding (NCH) and the European Investment Fund (EIF). The fund is once again managed by Impact Ventures Ltd, a specialist in corporate financing for social and environmental purposes, and aims to build on the success of previous investment periods of Impact Ventures I and II VC Funds. The new fund primarily provides VC investment, focusing on niche markets in highly scalable, technology-based key areas such as health and medical technology, education technology, recycling and waste management, as well as clean energy.

    “The successful investment periods of the previous funds demonstrate the need to embrace sustainable business models that deliver significant benefit to society and the environment. It’s a particularly proud moment that EIF has once again chosen us to be their partner in establishing a new VC fund supporting Hungarian and CEE startups,” said Bence Katona, CEO of National Capital Holding.

    “We are very glad to be renewing our collaboration with Impact Ventures and thus contributing to the sustainable development of both the Hungarian and broader European economy. The fund offers a vital new source of financing to a commercially underserved segment of the economy, supporting companies that can ultimately enhance quality of life and environmental protection. Our ongoing collaboration with the National Capital Holding reaffirms that partnerships between EU institutions, the public and private sectors, and financial institutions can serve to accelerate social development and a sustainable economy,” said Roger Havenith, Deputy Chief Executive of EIF.

    In addition to delivering financial returns, the companies are required to achieve measurable social and environmental impacts. To this end, the EIF has developed a unique set of criteria that describes the definition of specific, quantifiable social or environmental objectives for each investment.

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/01e85a57-aeaf-46b7-95c9-b254676e6c6a

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  • MIL-OSI: Global Policy Advisors Releases Roadmap for Establishing a U.S. Sovereign Wealth Fund

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    WILMINGTON, Del., Sept. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global Policy Advisors LLC, a specialized sovereign wealth fund advisory, has published a detailed briefing outlining the potential for the United States to establish a Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF). The report, titled A Roadmap for Establishing a U.S. Sovereign Wealth Fund: Strategic Considerations and Governance, provides an in-depth examination of the key factors involved in developing a U.S. SWF, addressing the implications for policymakers, financial market participants, and other stakeholders.

    The briefing covers essential areas of consideration, including the potential types of SWFs suited for the United States, governance structures, the role of external investment managers, asset class allocations, and the political dynamics that would shape the fund’s creation and management. It also explores how financial institutions like Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Citadel, Lazard, and specific hedge fund and private equity firms may serve as derivative beneficiaries of the SWF’s investment activities.

    “This report serves as a comprehensive guide for those evaluating the complex decision-making processes surrounding the potential establishment of a U.S. sovereign wealth fund,” said Salar Ghahramani, the executive director of Global Policy Advisors. “It offers a structured framework for navigating the multi-faceted implications and provides insights for both public policymakers and market participants.”

    Highlights of the briefing include:

    • A review of SWF types, including stabilization, development, and pension reserve funds.
    • Analysis of governance models and institutional reporting structures, focusing on oversight mechanisms and transparency.
    • Examination of the potential role of external investment managers, including U.S.-based firms like BlackRock, Vanguard, Apollo Global Management, and Citadel.
    • Discussion of the political considerations that may exclude non-U.S. investment managers and firms from participation.
    • A look at the derivative beneficiaries of SWF activities, including major U.S. financial institutions.
    • A projection that the U.S. may eventually establish multiple SWFs to address various economic needs.

    The report presents an objective framework for assessing the feasibility and potential impact of a U.S. SWF, without advocating for or against its creation. A summary of the report and the instructions for accessing the full report are available on GPA’s website.

    About Global Policy Advisors

    Global Policy Advisors® LLC is a boutique sovereign wealth fund advisory and consultancy to corporations, boards of directors, and institutional investors — including hedge funds, public pension funds, and SWFs. GPA provides research and advisory services in the intersection of law, policy, and finance, with a focus on governance, international and regulatory affairs, and public policy insights. ​

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  • MIL-OSI: Sampo plc’s share buybacks 25 September 2024

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Sampo plc, stock exchange release, 26 September 2024 at 8:30 am EEST

    Sampo plc’s share buybacks 25 September 2024

    On 25 September 2024, Sampo plc (business code 0142213-3, LEI 743700UF3RL386WIDA22) has acquired its own A shares (ISIN code FI4000552500) as follows:                

    Sampo plc’s share buybacks Aggregated daily volume (in number of shares) Daily weighted average price of the purchased shares* Market (MIC Code)
      4,141 41.77 AQEU        
      40,636 41.74 CEUX
      1,326 41.78 TQEX
      45,119 41.73 XHEL
    TOTAL 91,222 41.73  

    *rounded to two decimals                

    On 17 June 2024, Sampo announced a share buyback programme of up to a maximum of EUR 400 million in compliance with the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) 596/2014 (MAR) and the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052. On 16 September 2024, the Board of Directors of Sampo plc resolved to increase the share buyback programme to EUR 475 million. The programme, which started on 18 June 2024, is based on the authorisation granted by Sampo’s Annual General Meeting on 25 April 2024.

    After the disclosed transactions, the company owns in total 7,403,567 Sampo A shares representing 1.35 per cent of the total number of shares in Sampo plc, taking the issuance of shares on 16 September 2024 into account.

    Details of each transaction are included as an appendix of this announcement.

    On behalf of Sampo plc,
    Morgan Stanley

    For further information, please contact:

    Sami Taipalus
    Head of Investor Relations
    tel. +358 10 516 0030

    Distribution:
    Nasdaq Helsinki
    Nasdaq Stockholm
    Nasdaq Copenhagen
    London Stock Exchange
    The principal media
    FIN-FSA
    DEN-FSA
    http://www.sampo.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Coinweb Set to Launch Mainnet with over 40 Projects Building on the Interoperable Platform

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    HONG KONG, Sept. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Coinweb (https://coinweb.io), a unique interoperable layer 2 platform, connecting Bitcoin, Ethereum and another 7 blockchains, will launch its Mainnet on 30th September. The Web3 industry is siloed with hundreds of blockchain ecosystems reliant on expensive and insecure bridges to exchange assets. Coinweb’s platform allows simple, secure and cost efficient transfers that can truly connect chains and massively improve the user experience across Web3 apps and services.

    Coinweb previously set out its criteria on April 24, which included: 1. Implementation of Refereed delegation of computation (‘RDoC’) into the first dApp going live on the platform, 2. The deployment of further nodes and 3. Resource optimisation upgrades. These features and upgrades enable streamlined deployment of dApps and application layer CWEB utility.

    Mainnet launch is a crucial step toward achieving Coinweb’s vision of unifying blockchains while enabling seamless interoperability across a wide range of networks. The rapid adoption of this approach is evident, with more than 40 projects building native dApps on Coinweb or integrating the platform into existing applications to enhance their performance. The final phase of development prior to launching our Mainnet has been focused on streamlining dApp deployments and improving support for CWEB in the application layer.

    Coinweb is unique in its ability to provide advanced Layer-2 functionality and cross-chain interoperability without introducing an additional consensus layer. By leveraging the consensus systems of underlying blockchains, developers can deploy decentralised applications that are scalable, cost-efficient, and capable of cross-chain interactions. This design ensures high performance, security, and a simplified experience for developers through WASM, without the complexities of managing an additional consensus layer.

    “Web3 has huge untapped potential but the sheer number of chains and complexity of moving assets across them makes onboarding new users and developing a thriving ecosystem a huge challenge. Coinweb’s interoperable network will simplify this hugely by allowing assets to move more freely than ever before,” said Toby Gilbert, Coinweb CEO and co-founder.

    Coinweb has partnered with top Web3 firms including KuCoin to assist teams building on its platform. The 40-plus active projects span DeFi, NFTs, RWA and more including CWAP SWAP, EstateX, Libertum, Morpheus Labs, Voy Finance and many more.

    The already announced builders include: Libertum, CWAP SWAP, Anarchy Games, Flush, Morpheus Labs, TiFi, Orbler, OrangeDX, THX NET, FoundersHub DAO, Academic Labs, SnegBet, Bounty Temple, DerpDex, Cyrator, EstateX, Starbreeders, xPad.Fund, DEGA, Alvara Protocol, Bonsai3, Renovi, Taurus AI, and Voy Finance.

    For more information, visit Coinweb’s website.

    About Coinweb

    The Coinweb Protocol is a groundbreaking Layer 2 cross-chain computation platform that uniquely combines Scalability with Interoperability, setting new standards in the blockchain industry. It enables the seamless operation of decentralised applications across multiple blockchains, effectively merging them into a unified ecosystem.

    About Coinweb Labs

    Coinweb Labs is the main contributor to the Coinweb protocol as well as a design and build consultancy specialising in creating custom-built solutions for decentralised applications. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, Coinweb Labs is dedicated to accelerating the development of projects within the Coinweb ecosystem.

    Social Links

    Discord: https://discord.com/invite/cWSQD3wJqY

    Telegram: https://t.me/coinweb

    X: https://x.com/CoinwebOfficial

    Media contact

    Brand: Coinweb

    Contact: Media team

    Email: support@coinweb.io

    Website: https://coinweb.io

    SOURCE: Coinweb

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  • MIL-OSI: Capital Markets Day – Solutions30 outlines its 2026 roadmap

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    A European leader in rapid-response, multi-technology fields services, positioned on attractive markets where key players are investing several billions per year

    A >€1 bn Group entering a new phase of its development, prioritizing margins and cash generation and applying strict selectivity and discipline to its operations, particularly on its most mature markets

    Germany emerging as Group’s top performer in terms of growth and profitability and future 3rdpillar alongside France and Benelux, with revenue to triple and reach €150m to €200m by 2026 as a first milestone

    Clear action plan to accelerate diversification in energy transition-related services, expected to triple in size in France by 2026 and to rise sharply in other countries

    Strong focus on margin: adjusted EBITDA margin expected above 10% in all three major geographies by 2026

    Disciplined capital allocation: selective and accretive bolt-on M&A while maintaining a conservative financial policy, based on non-dilutive financing

    Solutions30 is holding today a Capital Markets Day in Paris, where it will present its roadmap for 2026. The presentation is available live through a webcast (see connection details at the end of this press release).

    Gianbeppi Fortis, Chief Executive Officer said: “Over the past 20 years, Solutions30 has consistently demonstrated its ability to grow and replicate its unique business model across technologies and sectors where it makes a difference for its customers. Now, having surpassed €1bn in revenue across nine countries, Solutions30 is entering a new phase of development with clear priorities: to establish Germany as the Group’s third pillar and top-performing region, accelerate diversification into the energy transition-related services, prioritize margins over volumes through strict discipline and contract selectivity particularly in its mature markets, and improve cash generation while maintaining a conservative financial policy. Although our ambition extends far beyond, we are setting an initial milestone for 2026, with concrete action plans and realistic targets, tailored to each of our markets. We are confident that our strategy will drive sustainable, long-term profitable growth.”

    A European leader in rapid-response, multi-technology field services positioned on attractive markets driven by the digital transformation and the energy transition

    Since its inception 20 years ago, Solutions30 has demonstrated its agility to deploy its business model wherever it makes a difference. Originated as a technology company, it has followed technological evolution and captured market opportunities from IT support to telecommunications, then energy.

    Today, Solutions30 operates in 9 countries with 16,000 technicians and revenue over €1bn across 3 verticals: Connectivity (76% of Group revenue), Energy (14%) and Technology (10%). Key European customers on these markets, typically large technology and energy B2B and B2C groups, have announced several billion euros of investment budget per year, with a cumulative c.€50 billion p.a. in the coming years, driven by two strong secular trends that are shaping today’s world: the digital transformation and the energy transition.

    Entering a new phase of development with a clear 2026 roadmap

    Having surpassed the €1 billion revenue mark in 2023, and active in a broad range of markets with different stages of maturity, Solutions30 is entering a new phase of its development. Although its ambition extends far beyond, the Group is setting today an initial milestone for 2026, with concrete, bottom-up action plans and targets defined at regional level, and an over-arching priority given to selectivity and profitability.

    In Benelux, Solutions30 is currently navigating a temporary situation where ongoing negotiations between Belgian telecom service providers aimed at streamlining fiber deployments across the country are causing delays in the Group’s activities and therefore impacting its performance in 2024. However, faced with strong opportunities offered by the early stage of fiber roll-out in Belgium, as well as the massive investments in power grid upgrade across the region, the Group is confident it can capitalize on its strong market positioning and resume its profitable growth trajectory as soon as 2025 (regardless of the outcome of the aforementioned negotiations) and expects adjusted EBITDA margin above 10% by 2026.

    In France, vast opportunities lie ahead in the Energy sector, where the Group has successfully replicated his business model and has emerged as a key partner to its customers. Energy revenue is expected to triple compared to 2023 and reach c. €150 million in 2026. In Connectivity, the Group is working towards stabilization, applying strict contract selectivity and prioritizing margins over volumes, while positioning itself to seize future opportunities like copper decommissioning, which could represent a market size of up to €1 billion per year. Adjusted EBITDA margin, benefitting from the comprehensive transformation plan launched in 2022, is expected to be above 10% by 2026.

    Germany is delivering on its promises, establishing itself as the Group’s top performer in terms of revenue growth, margins and cash flow performance. While the region is on a trajectory to become Solutions30’s third pillar alongside France and Benelux, benefitting from unique market dynamics in both Connectivity and Energy, a first milestone is set in 2026, when Germany’s revenue is expected between €150 million and €200 million, with adjusted EBITDA margin well above 10%. The country should then continue to grow faster than the rest of the Group.

    Across the rest of Europe, Solutions30 has adopted a portfolio management approach, aiming at sustaining Poland’s profitable growth, further improving performance in the UK, and either restoring margin in Italy and Spain by 2026 or initiating a strategic review in these two countries.

    Targeted and selective bolt-on acquisitions as a key growth driver. Since 2009, the Group has leveraged this strategy, successfully completing over 30 acquisitions with a combined annual revenue of approximately €350 million, all financed without any capital increase. Bolt-on M&A will continue to be a central pillar of the Group’s growth strategy and a primary focus for capital allocation, as part of a conservative financial policy that has historically resulted in a very limited leverage ratio, consistently below 2x net debt to adjusted EBITDA, and excludes any dilutive financing instruments.

    Lastly, the Group confirms its 2024 full-year outlook, as detailed in its press release dated September 18th, 2024.

    Beyond 2026, longer-term ambitions

    Building on its strong positioning, the attractiveness of its markets, and the fragmented nature of its competition, Solutions30 believes that, in the long term, it can double in size, with a service portfolio increasingly focused on Energy, and achieve a double-digit adjusted EBITDA margin at the Group level. Upon completion of its 2026 roadmap, Solutions30 will host another Capital Markets Day to set objectives for the next milestone.

    Sustainability at the heart of Solutions30’s business

    A significant portion of Solutions30’s activities act as enablers of the energy transition. 8% of the Group’s revenue is aligned with the EU Taxonomy for sustainable activities, including installation and maintenance of Smart meters, photovoltaic panels, EV chargers and grid services, as well as reutilization and refurbishment of IT equipment. Internally, the Group has defined a comprehensive ESG strategy, translated into concrete objectives for 2024, which will be complemented by 2030 carbon emissions reduction targets for Scope 1, 2 & 3 through the SBTi process (validation expected by the end of 2024).

    Webcast for investors and analysts

    Date: Wednesday, September 26, 2024
    8:30 PM (CET) – 7:30 PM (GMT)

    Speakers:
    Thomas Kremer, Member of the Supervisory Board
    Gianbeppi Fortis, Chief Executive Officer
    Amaury Boilot, Group General Secretary
    Luc Brusselaers, Chief Revenue Officer
    Wojcieh Pomykala, Chief Operations Officer
    Katarzyna Kuszewska, Group Head of Legal
    Denis Coleu, Groupe HR Director
    Jonathan Crauwels, Chief Financial Officer
    Nathalie Duchesne, Group Head of ESG, Risk & Compliance

    Connection details:

    Webcast in English: https://solutions30.capital-markets-day.eu/

    Upcoming events

    Q3 2024 Revenue Report November 4, 2024 (after market close)

    About Solutions30 SE

    Solutions30 provides consumers and businesses with access to the key technological advancements that are shaping our everyday lives, especially those driving the digital transformation and energy transition. With its network of more than 16 000 technicians, Solutions30 has completed over 65 million call-outs since its inception and led over 500 renewable energy projects with a combined maximum output surpassing 1600 MWp. Every day, Solutions30 is doing its part to build a more connected and sustainable world. Solutions30 has become an industry leader in Europe with operations in 10 countries: France, Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Spain, Portugal, the United Kingdom, and Poland.
    The capital of Solutions30 SE consists of 107,127,984 shares, equal to the number of theoretical votes that can be exercised. Solutions30 SE is listed on the Euronext Paris exchange (ISIN FR0013379484- code S30). Stock indexes: CAC Mid & Small | CAC Small | CAC Technology | Euro Stoxx Total Market Technology | Euronext Tech Croissance.
    Visit our website for more information: http://www.solutions30.com

    Contact

    Individual Shareholders:
    shareholders@solutions30.com – Tel: +33 (0)1 86 86 00 63

    Analysts/investors:
    investor.relations@solutions30.com

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  • MIL-OSI: SEALCOIN AG Announces Final SEALCOIN Timeline, Whitepaper Release, and Tokenomics Details

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SEALCOIN AG Announces Final SEALCOIN Timeline, Whitepaper Release, and Tokenomics Details

    Geneva, Switzerland – September 26, 2024: WISeKey International Holding Ltd. (“WISeKey” or the “Company”) (SIX: WIHN, NASDAQ: WKEY), a leading global cybersecurity and IoT company operating as a holding company, today announced that its subsidiary Sealcoin AG, which focuses on decentralized physical internet with DePIN technology and house the development of the SEALCOIN platform, is announcing the final timeline for the SEALCOIN project, including the highly anticipated release of its whitepaper in October 2024. The whitepaper will unveil the strategic vision, technical roadmap, and comprehensive tokenomics of SEALCOIN, marking a major milestone in the platform’s development.

    Key Milestones and Timeline:

    1. Proof of Concept (PoC): Successfully executed on July 25, 2024, demonstrating the platform’s ability to facilitate secure, autonomous IoT transactions.
    2. Pre-Seed Investment: Raised $2 million in mid-2024, positioning SEALCOIN for accelerated growth and development.
    3. FINMA Application: SEALCOIN AG is about to submit its application to the Swiss financial regulator FINMA, ensuring full regulatory compliance as the project advances.
    4. Platform Development: Officially launched in Q3 2024, the SEALCOIN platform’s development is underway, leveraging Hedera Hashgraph technology for enhanced scalability and security.
    5. Platform Production Release and Token Issuance: The SEALCOIN platform will go live, and the token will be officially issued, expected in mid-2025.
    6. Token Listing: SEALCOIN is targeting a digital exchange listing by Q3 2025, to provide liquidity and accessibility for token holders worldwide.

    Whitepaper Release in October 2024

    The SEALCOIN whitepaper, set to be released in October 2024, will provide an in-depth look at the platform’s technical architecture, governance model, and tokenomics. The document will outline SEALCOIN’s approach to enabling secure, decentralized, and autonomous transactions between IoT devices, powered by Hedera Hashgraph. Detailed tokenomics will include the allocation and distribution structure, vesting schedules, and SEALCOIN’s role as both a utility and payment token within the platform.

    The SEALCOIN Platform and Token Beta Version will be released as an MVP (Minimum Viable Product) on Hedera’s TestNet in Q1 2025. This milestone will allow users and developers to test SEALCOIN’s core functionalities in a controlled environment, showcasing the platform’s decentralized transaction capabilities between IoT devices and ensuring the smooth operation of the SEALCOIN token within the ecosystem before the full production release, set in Summer 2025.

    Carlos Moreira, CEO of SEALCOIN AG, commented, “With our PoC successfully completed and development in full swing, we are excited to share our roadmap and vision for the future of IoT transactions. The upcoming whitepaper will provide the community with full transparency on our tokenomics and the strategic steps we’re taking to achieve full decentralization.”

    About SEALCOIN

    SEALCOIN is a decentralized platform designed to facilitate secure, autonomous transactions between IoT devices. Built on Hedera Hashgraph, SEALCOIN allows devices to engage in seamless service-for-payment exchanges without the need for intermediaries. With a focus on privacy, scalability, and decentralized governance, SEALCOIN is poised to revolutionize the Internet of Things (IoT) landscape. 

    About WISeKey 

    WISeKey International Holding Ltd (“WISeKey”, SIX: WIHN; Nasdaq: WKEY) is a Swiss-based computer infrastructure company specializing in cybersecurity, digital identity, blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, and post-quantum semiconductors. As a computer infrastructure company, WISeKey provides secure platforms for data and device management across industries like finance, healthcare, and government. It leverages its Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) to ensure encrypted communications and authentication, while also focusing on next-generation security through post-quantum cryptography.

    WISeKey’s work with post-quantum semiconductors is aimed at future-proofing its security solutions against the threats posed by quantum computing. These advanced semiconductors support encryption that can withstand the computational power of quantum computers, ensuring the long-term security of connected devices and critical infrastructure. Combined with its expertise in blockchain and IoT, WISeKey’s post-quantum technologies provide a robust foundation for secure digital ecosystems at the hardware, software, and network levels.

    WISeKey operates as a holding company through several operational subsidiaries, each dedicated to specific aspects of its technology portfolio. The subsidiaries include (i) SEALSQ Corp (Nasdaq: LAES), which focuses on semiconductors, PKI, and post-quantum technology products, (ii) WISeKey SA which specializes in RoT and PKI solutions for secure authentication and identification in IoT, Blockchain, and AI, (iii) WISeSat AG which focuses on space technology for secure satellite communication, specifically for IoT applications, (iv) WISe.ART Corp which focuses on trusted blockchain NFTs and operates the WISe.ART marketplace for secure NFT transactions, and (v) SEALCOIN AG which focuses on decentralized physical internet with DePIN technology and house the development of the SEALCOIN platform.

    Disclaimer
    This communication expressly or implicitly contains certain forward-looking statements concerning WISeKey International Holding Ltd and its business. Such statements involve certain known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which could cause the actual results, financial condition, performance or achievements of WISeKey International Holding Ltd to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. WISeKey International Holding Ltd is providing this communication as of this date and does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements contained herein as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

    This press release does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any securities, and it does not constitute an offering prospectus within the meaning of the Swiss Financial Services Act (“FinSA”), the FinSa’s predecessor legislation or advertising within the meaning of the FinSA. Investors must rely on their own evaluation of WISeKey and its securities, including the merits and risks involved. Nothing contained herein is, or shall be relied on as, a promise or representation as to the future performance of WISeKey.

    Press and Investor Contacts

    WISeKey International Holding Ltd 
    Company Contact:  Carlos Moreira
    Chairman & CEO
    Tel: +41 22 594 3000
    info@wisekey.com    		 WISeKey Investor Relations (US) 
    The Equity Group Inc.
    Lena Cati
    Tel: +1 212 836-9611 / lcati@equityny.com
    Katie Murphy
    Tel: +1 212 836-9612 / kmurphy@equityny.com

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  • MIL-OSI: 21Shares AG Announcement: 2024 Interim Financial Statements

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    26 September 2024

    Announcement: 2024 Interim Financial Statements

    21Shares AG, the issuer of ETPs listed on various trading venues, has published its interim financial statements for the six months ending 30 June 2024. The financial statements are available at: https://21shares.com/ir/financials

    Contact:

    Email: press@21.co

    Phone: +41 44 260 86 60

    About 21Shares AG:

    21Shares AG, Pelikanstrasse 37, 8001 Zurich, is a Swiss corporation registered in the commercial register of Zurich under the number CHE-347.562.100. It was incorporated on 27 July 2018 and its purpose is the issuance of Exchange Traded Products (ETPs) in Switzerland and worldwide.

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  • MIL-OSI: Wärtsilä to provide critical balancing capability for new Kentucky power plant

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    HOUSTON, Sept. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Technology group Wärtsilä will supply the engineering and equipment for a new power plant project to be installed in Madisonville, Kentucky, USA. The order has been placed by Kentucky Municipal Energy Agency (KYMEA) and was booked by Wärtsilä in Q3, 2024. When commissioned, the plant will provide the grid balancing capabilities necessary to allow the utility to increase its share of energy from renewable sources. The power plant will also protect KYMEA’s members from price volatility in electricity markets.

    The KYMEA Energy Center I is a natural gas electric generating facility. The 75 MW plant will operate with four Wärtsilä 50SG engines running on natural gas. The fast starting and stopping feature of the engines will provide the flexibility and rapid response to fluctuations in the availability of wind and solar power.

    “The technology employed by the new KYMEA Energy Center I allows the units to seamlessly integrate with KYMEA’s renewable energy portfolio. The Wärtsilä engines will ensure that we can maintain a consistent and reliable energy supply. We are thrilled that this adaptability will make KYMEA Energy Center I a cornerstone in the transition to a more sustainable energy mix,” says Doug Buresh, President and CEO of KYMEA.

    KYMEA serves the current and future electric power and energy requirements of eleven Kentucky municipalities. The Energy Center is expected to be fully operational in spring 2027.

    “The flexibility and reliability of the Wärtsilä 50SG engines provide the needed support to the ongoing transition towards a decarbonised power sector,” comments Risto Paldanius, Vice President, Americas at Wärtsilä Energy. “The KYMEA project is a perfect example of this, and we are delighted to provide the technology that can deliver a sustainable energy solution to the utility.”

    Wärtsilä has a strong presence in the USA, having established its operations there in 1979. Wärtsilä North America Inc employs more than 900 professionals in 11 regional locations serving the commercial power, maritime and oil & gas markets in the United States.

    Media contact for more information on this release:

    Elena Hale
    Wartsila Energy
    elena@piper-communications.com

    Katri Pehkonen
    Communications Manager
    Wärtsilä Energy
    Mob: +358 50 591 6180
    katri.pehkonen@wartsila.com

    All Wärtsilä releases are available at http://www.wartsila.com/media/news-releases and at news.cision.com/wartsila-corporation where also the images can be downloaded. Use of the image(s) is allowed only in connection with the contents of this press release. Wärtsilä images are available at http://www.wartsila.com/media/image-bank.

    Wärtsilä in brief
    Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve environmental and economic performance. Our dedicated and passionate team of 17,800 professionals in more than 280 locations in 79 countries shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. In 2023, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR 6.0 billion. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.
    http://www.wartsila.com

    Wärtsilä Energy in brief
    Wärtsilä Energy is at the forefront of the transition towards a 100% renewable energy future. We help our customers and the power sector to accelerate their decarbonisation journeys through our market-leading technologies and power system expertise. Our solutions include flexible engine power plants, energy storage and optimisation technology, and services for the whole lifecycle of our installations. Our engines are future-proof and can run on sustainable fuels. Our track record comprises 79 GW of power plant capacity, of which 18 GW are under service agreements, and over 125 energy storage systems, in 180 countries around the world.
    http://www.wartsila.com/energy

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/8c525ed8-1533-46ec-862d-1a7cf07c645d

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  • MIL-OSI: Ninepoint Partners Announces Final September 2024 Cash Distribution for Ninepoint Cash Management Fund – ETF Series

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ninepoint Partners LP (“Ninepoint Partners”) today announced the final September 2024 cash distribution for the Ninepoint Cash Management Fund – ETF Series. The record date for the distribution is September 27, 2024. This distribution is payable on October 7, 2024.

    The per-unit final September distribution is detailed below:

    Ninepoint ETF Series Ticker Cash Distribution per unit Notional Distribution per unit CUSIP
    Ninepoint Cash Management Fund NSAV $0.15667 $0.00000 65443X105


    About Ninepoint Partners

    Based in Toronto, Ninepoint Partners LP is one of Canada’s leading alternative investment management firms overseeing approximately $7 billion in assets under management and institutional contracts. Committed to helping investors explore innovative investment solutions that have the potential to enhance returns and manage portfolio risk, Ninepoint offers a diverse set of alternative strategies including Alternative Income and Real Assets, in addition to North American and Global Equities.

    For more information on Ninepoint Partners LP, please visit http://www.ninepoint.com or please contact us at 416.362.7172 or 1.888.362.7172 or invest@ninepoint.com.

    Ninepoint Partners LP is the investment manager to the Ninepoint Funds (collectively, the “Funds”). Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees, performance fees (if any), and other expenses all may be associated with investing in the Funds. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing. The information contained herein does not constitute an offer or solicitation by anyone in the United States or in any other jurisdiction in which such an offer or solicitation is not authorized or to any person to whom it is unlawful to make such an offer or solicitation. Prospective investors who are not resident in Canada should contact their financial advisor to determine whether securities of the Fund may be lawfully sold in their jurisdiction.

    Please note that distribution factors (breakdown between income, capital gains and return of capital) can only be calculated when a fund has reached its year-end. Distribution information should not be relied upon for income tax reporting purposes as this is only a component of total distributions for the year. For accurate distribution amounts for the purpose of filing an income tax return, please refer to the appropriate T3/T5 slips for that particular taxation year. Please refer to the prospectus or offering memorandum of each Fund for details of the Fund’s distribution policy.

    The payment of distributions and distribution breakdown, if applicable, is not guaranteed and may fluctuate. The payment of distributions should not be confused with a Fund’s performance, rate of return, or yield. If distributions paid by the Fund are greater than the performance of the Fund, then an investor’s original investment will shrink. Distributions paid as a result of capital gains realized by a Fund and income and dividends earned by a Fund are taxable in the year they are paid. An investor’s adjusted cost base will be reduced by the amount of any returns of capital. If an investor’s adjusted cost base goes below zero, then capital gains tax will have to be paid on the amount below zero.

    Sales Inquiries:

    Ninepoint Partners LP
    Neil Ross
    416-945-6227
    nross@ninepoint.com

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  • MIL-OSI: ATR Expands “Renewed in America” Electronics on Amazon: A Call to Action for Sustainable Living and Local Job Creation

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    PENSACOLA, Fla., Sept. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Advanced Technology Recycling (ATR), a national leader in sustainable electronics recycling and IT asset management, is proud to announce the expansion of our “Renewed in America” product line on Amazon Marketplaces. This new collection of high-quality refurbished electronics offers consumers an eco-friendly alternative to buying new, all while supporting local job creation and reducing environmental impact.

    Why Buying Renewed is Better than Buying New

    “Purchasing renewed electronics is not just a smart choice for your wallet—it’s a responsible choice for the planet. By choosing renewed over new, consumers are directly contributing to a circular economy, where valuable materials are reused rather than discarded. This prevents thousands of tons of e-waste from ending up in landfills and helps reduce the energy consumption and raw material extraction required to produce new electronics.

    Renewed electronics, such as those offered by ATR, are rigorously tested to meet R2v3 standards—the most stringent certification in the electronics refurbishment industry. Every product is carefully evaluated, repaired, tested, and warrantied in the U.S. to ensure peak performance and longevity, offering the same reliability as new products at a fraction of the cost,” said Carrie Brockett – Amazon eCommerce Manager

    Local Job Creation Through Product Renewal

    Beyond the environmental benefits, ATR’s “Renewed in America” program is also an engine for job creation across the United States. Our renewal processes are conducted entirely within the U.S., creating skilled jobs in refurbishment, quality testing, logistics, and distribution. By purchasing a renewed product, consumers are supporting American workers and contributing to the growth of local economies.

    These jobs are a critical part of a more sustainable future, as they help divert electronics from landfills and ensure these devices are given a second life. From engineers who test and repair equipment to logistics teams who manage fast delivery across the nation, every renewed product purchased helps keep people employed in high-skill positions that contribute to sustainability efforts.

    Environmental Impact and U.S. Sustainability Efforts

    The environmental advantages of choosing renewed products extend far beyond waste reduction. By purchasing ATR’s “Renewed in America” products, consumers also help decrease the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and shipping new electronics. The extraction of raw materials like rare earth metals and the production of new devices are energy-intensive processes that contribute to global warming. Renewing electronics minimizes this impact, conserving resources and energy.

    When consumers buy from ATR, they’re not only making a responsible environmental choice but also actively participating in a movement that supports sustainability initiatives and helps companies across the U.S. meet their environmental goals.

    Get Involved: Make a Difference with Your Purchases

    ATR invites you to explore our new storefront on Amazon, where you will find an extensive selection of high-quality, warrantied electronics at unbeatable prices. By choosing renewed products, you’re joining a community of consumers who care about protecting the environment, supporting American jobs, and reducing the harmful effects of e-waste.

    With each purchase, you’re helping to build a more sustainable future—one that relies on renewal and reuse rather than overconsumption.

    Visit Our Store on Amazon to receive an additional discount off our already low prices: https://www.amazon.com/promocode/A1HUNT9APNH0D1

    About Advanced Technology Recycling (ATR):
    ATR is a certified R2v3 company and a national leader in sustainable electronics recycling and IT asset management. We provide secure, certified recycling and refurbishment services for businesses, government entities, and consumers. Our “Renewed in America” products help protect the environment while supporting local jobs and the U.S. economy.

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  • MIL-OSI: O2Gold Announces AGM Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, Sept. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — O2Gold Inc. (TSX-V: OTGO) (“O2Gold” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the results of its annual and special meeting of shareholders (“AGM”) held on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 in Toronto, Canada.

    AGM Results

    The nominees listed in the Company’s management information circular dated August 23, 2024 (the “Circular”), which was mailed to O2Gold shareholders of record as of August 26, 2024, were elected to the board of directors of the Company to hold office until the next annual meeting of shareholders or until their successors are duly appointed or elected.

    Nominee Percentage of Votes For Percentage of Votes Against
    Scott Moore 74.90% 25.10%
    Kam Gill 99.93% 0.07%
    Roger Lemaitre 76.20% 23.80%

    A total of 11,067,073 common shares were voted at the AGM, representing approximately 40.33% of the issued and outstanding common shares of the Company.

    In addition, O2Gold shareholders received the audited consolidated financial statements of the Company for the year ended December 31, 2023, and approved all of the other resolutions detailed in the Circular and put forward at the AGM, namely:

    • Re-appointing McGovern Hurley LLP as auditor of the Company for the ensuing year;
    • Approving the proposed omnibus incentive plan of the Company (the “Omnibus Plan”), to be implemented upon completion of the uplisting of the Company’s common shares from the NEX board of the TSX Venture Exchange (“TSXV”) to Tier 2 of the TSXV (the “Uplist”);
    • Re-approving the existing stock option plan of the Company, which will remain in effect if the Uplist is not completed or the Omnibus Plan is otherwise not implemented; and
    • Approving the acquisition of a gold mining exploration property in Quebec through the acquisition of all of the issued and outstanding securities of Quebec Aur Ltd. from its shareholders, one of which is a related party (as such term is defined in MI 61-101 Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions) of the Company.

    The Circular is available under O2Gold’s profile on SEDAR+ at http://www.sedarplus.ca.

    About O2Gold

    O2Gold is a mineral exploration company.

    For additional information, please contact:

    Scott Moore, Chief Executive Officer
    Phone: (416) 861-1685
    Email: smoore@miningsm.com

    Cautionary Notes

    Certain of the information contained in this news release may constitute ‘forward-looking statements’ within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Such forward-looking statements, including (but not limited to) statements with respect to the election and appointment of directors and the Uplist, involve risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, among others, obtaining regulatory approvals. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

    NEITHER TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.

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