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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China to increase basic pension payments

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    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

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

    BEIJING, July 10 (Xinhua) — Chinese authorities on Thursday announced that basic pension payments for retirees will be increased in 2025.

    The average monthly old-age pension benefit will be increased by 2 percent from the 2024 level starting from Jan. 1, 2025, for those who retired before the end of 2024, according to a notice jointly released by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security and the Ministry of Finance. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China takes steps to combat smuggling of strategic minerals

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

    BEIJING, July 10 (Xinhua) — China has taken measures to crack down on smuggling of strategic minerals while continuing to process legitimate applications for their export for civilian use, Ministry of Commerce spokeswoman He Yongqian said Thursday.

    Responding to a question about strategic minerals reportedly transiting to the United States, He Yongqian said at a press conference that strategic minerals such as antimony and gallium have obvious dual-use properties, and export controls on them are in line with internationally accepted practices.

    In order to resolutely prevent the illegal export of such minerals, China launched a special operation to combat their smuggling in May this year, He Yongqian said, adding that relevant information is available on the ministry’s website.

    She stressed that China, as a responsible major country, fully takes into account the reasonable civilian needs of various countries for these strategic minerals.

    China reviews applications for export licenses in accordance with laws and regulations and approves those that meet the requirements, she said. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Lu Ban’s Workshop Becomes a Bridge for Humanitarian Exchanges between SCO Countries

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    TIANJIN, July 10 (Xinhua) — Igor Khodachek, director of the Eurasian Studies Center of the European University at St. Petersburg, entered his name on a computer while visiting the Tianjin Vocational Institute of Light Industry and a laser marking machine engraved his name on the surface of a metal plate.

    “This is a wonderful souvenir of this trip,” said I. Khodachek, who participated in the “Dialogue of World Mayors – SCO Summit Cities,” which was held from July 6 to 9 in Tianjin, northern China. During the event, guests at the aforementioned institute visited an exhibition hall dedicated to Lu Ban’s Workshop and a base integrating production and training in the field of high-precision instrument manufacturing and intelligent manufacturing.

    Lu Ban Workshop, named after the famous ancient Chinese craftsman Lu Ban, is a brand of international vocational education initiated and promoted by Tianjin City Government.

    To date, China has built 34 Lu Ban Workshops in 30 countries and regions around the world. 10 of them were established in Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Russia, Pakistan, Cambodia, Egypt and other SCO countries.

    With the construction of a practical training center and the provision of modern teaching equipment in Lu Ban Workshop, Chinese teachers and technical personnel are also sent to learn technical skills from local teachers who may be invited to China for experience exchange.

    Since 2022, Wu Zhengpeng, a teacher from Tianjin Vocational and Technical Institute of Urban Administration and Construction, has been teaching at Lu Ban Workshop in Tajikistan using China’s advanced equipment and 3D teaching resources.

    “We had a comprehensive discussion with the teachers of the Tajik side and jointly formulated the curriculum, discussed the methodology and agreed to invite them to Tianjin for exchanges,” Wu Zhengpeng shared. In July last year, representatives of the teachers and students of the Tajik Technical University named after Academician M.S. Osimi visited Tianjin as planned.

    Lu Ban’s workshop provides an opportunity for more and more young people from SCO countries to study abroad.

    Ibrahim Maher, a 21-year-old student from Egypt, is currently studying at Tianjin Light Industry Vocational and Technical Institute under the Lu Ban Workshop project, majoring in Computer Numerical Control (CNC) technology.

    “Lu Ban Workshop has many advanced teaching equipment and data centers from China, which enables students to transform theoretical knowledge into practical skills and adapt to the working environment more quickly. We are also provided with many opportunities to visit companies, participate in internships, and experience a large number of projects in practice,” he said.

    At the end of the tour, Director of the Institute of World Politics of Kyrgyzstan Sheradil Baktygulov said that Lu Ban’s Workshop provides assistance to Kyrgyzstan in developing such areas as robotics, autonomous driving and computer technology.

    At present, Lu Ban’s Workshop is an important platform for international exchanges and cooperation in the field of professional education, and also serves as a bridge to promote humanities exchanges and the rapprochement of peoples. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Wang Yi talks about the achievements of mutually beneficial cooperation between China and ASEAN

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    KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Xinhua) — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, a member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, spoke about the fruitful achievements of bilateral cooperation while delivering a speech at the China-ASEAN foreign ministers’ meeting here on Thursday.

    First, the community of shared future between neighboring countries has become stronger. In April 2025, Chinese President Xi Jinping made successful visits to Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia, which brought the construction of bilateral communities of shared future to a higher level and promoted mutually beneficial cooperation in the direction of improving quality.

    Secondly, steps towards regional openness and cooperation have become more decisive. The negotiations on the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 have been fully completed, and the protocol is expected to be signed within a year. The ASEAN-China-GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) summit has launched a new model of interregional cooperation.

    Third, security cooperation has deepened. The two sides completed the third reading of the draft text of the Code of Conduct in the South China Sea, effectively resolving differences and maintaining overall maritime stability. China has also joined hands with Myanmar, Laos, Thailand and other countries to combat transnational crimes such as online gambling and cyber fraud.

    Fourth, mutual travel has become easier. Over the past two years, the two sides have held more than 100 cultural and humanitarian events. The issuance of “Lancang-Mekong visa” and “ASEAN visa” has officially begun, making mutual travel as convenient and frequent as family reunions.

    Wang Yi noted that China always regards ASEAN as a priority area of its diplomatic relations with its neighbors. Beijing views this region as a pioneering platform for the creation of a community with a common future for mankind, the minister added.

    According to him, China will continue to adhere to the principles of good-neighborliness, stable and prosperous neighborhood, benevolence, sincerity, mutual benefit, inclusiveness and common destiny. China is willing to work with ASEAN to promote Asia’s values of peace, cooperation, openness and inclusiveness, and build a common home of peace, security, prosperity, beauty and friendship, Wang said. He also said that China and ASEAN will actively promote the building of an even closer community with a shared future, accelerating the rise of Asia amid the rapid strengthening of the Global South. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China is a reliable partner for ASEAN in addressing complex challenges: Wang Yi

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    KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Xinhua) — China has always been the most reliable stabilizing force in a turbulent world and the most reliable partner for members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in tackling difficult challenges, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, a member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, said at a China-ASEAN foreign ministers’ meeting here on Thursday.

    Noting that China and ASEAN have similar development concepts, common requirements and integrated interests, he added that Beijing regards ASEAN as a priority area for diplomatic relations with its neighbors and a pioneering platform for promoting the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.

    “We should support each other and achieve success for each other in advancing the modernization process of Asia,” Wang said.

    The minister spoke about the achievements of China-ASEAN cooperation and put forward four proposals.

    First, it must become a benchmark for upholding international justice. Wang said China and ASEAN must resolutely uphold the global system with the UN at its core and the international order based on international law.

    China supports ASEAN’s central position in the regional architecture and its greater role in regional and international affairs. China is willing to work with ASEAN to practice open regionalism and genuine multilateralism and make greater contributions to regional and global governance.

    Secondly, it should be a model for maintaining peace and stability in the region. Peace and stability in the region are extremely valuable and must be reliably protected, and geopolitical conflicts or bloc confrontations should not spread to Asia, Wang Yi said. China is ready to take a leading role in signing the Protocol to the Treaty on a Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone in Southeast Asia, he added.

    The South China Sea is a common home for regional countries, not a “gladiator arena” for major powers, and China is willing to expand cooperation with ASEAN countries in areas such as marine environmental protection, shipping safety, maritime law enforcement and key maritime infrastructure, fully implement the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea, facilitate consultations on the Code of Conduct in the South China Sea and always hold the initiative in the South China Sea issue, the Foreign Minister stressed.

    Third, it is necessary to set an example of mutually beneficial cooperation. According to Wang Yi, Beijing is ready to cooperate with ASEAN in building the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0, effectively implement the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), and build a high-level free trade network.

    China is willing to continue to use high-quality cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative as a core platform, strengthen communication and cooperation with ASEAN in industrial and supply chains, and advance cooperation in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital transformation and clean energy, the minister said.

    China highly appreciates ASEAN’s firm commitment to free trade and the multilateral trading system, and holds that economic and trade differences should be resolved through equal dialogue and mutual benefit, while upholding its own dignity and fundamental principles and not encroaching on the interests of third parties, Wang said.

    Fourth, we should set an example in promoting inclusiveness and mutual learning. China is willing to continue to advocate dialogue, exchanges and mutual learning among different civilizations with ASEAN countries, the foreign minister said. The two sides should jointly hold a successful Year of People-to-People Exchanges, intensify exchanges in the fields of education, youth, think tanks, media and other areas, take concrete measures to implement the Global Civilization Initiative and promote mutual understanding, friendship and integration among peoples.

    The participating countries noted that China-ASEAN cooperation is the most dynamic and fruitful. China has always been one of ASEAN’s most important dialogue partners, they said, expressing gratitude to China for supporting the association’s central position. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Xizang’s first scheduled cargo flight opens

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    LHASA, July 10 (Xinhua) — China’s SF Airlines on Thursday launched a cargo flight linking Lhasa in China’s Xizang Autonomous Region and Ezhou in Hubei Province.

    The Boeing 757-200 of the company left Lhasa Konggar International Airport at 12:10 p.m., carrying agricultural products including tomatoes, chicken eggs, rapeseed oil and barley to Ezhou, becoming the first scheduled flight in Xijiang dedicated exclusively to cargo.

    According to the plan, round trip flights on this air route will be carried out once a week. The aircraft is capable of delivering more than 30 tons of cargo on the Lhasa-Ezhou route.

    The opening of the flight on the new route will make it more convenient to deliver products from Xizang not only to other regions of the country, but also beyond its borders, said Liu Shuxin, an employee of the Xizang branch of SF Airlines.

    Given Xijiang’s strategic location as the “gateway to South Asia,” the launch of the Lhasa-Ezhou route will help other regions in the country expand their supply of products to the South Asian market, he added.

    According to official data, airports in the Xizang Autonomous Region served 3.7 million passengers in the first half of this year. At the same time, the cargo turnover and the volume of parcels through them amounted to 26 thousand tons. These figures increased by 3.0 percent and 7.9 percent, respectively, year-on-year. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Libya: UN urges restraint as military buildup threatens renewed violence in Tripoli

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    In a statement late on Wednesday (local time), the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) expressed deep concern over continued reports of armed group mobilisation in densely populated areas, urging all parties to refrain from the use of force and inflammatory rhetoric.

    The Mission strongly urges all parties to avoid any actions or political rhetoric that could trigger escalation or lead to renewed clashes,” it said.

    UNSMIL stressed that protection of civilian lives and property under international law remains a binding obligation for all political and security actors.

    Those responsible for attacks against civilians will be held accountable,” the Mission said.

    Pursue dialogue, not violence

    The Mission reiterated its support for the implementation of security arrangements developed by the Truce and Security and Military Arrangements Committees, emphasising that “forces recently deployed in Tripoli must withdraw without delay.

    It also underscored that dialogue – not violence – remains the only viable path to achieving sustainable peace and stability in Tripoli and across Libya.

    The appeal comes amid reports of military movements in the capital and renewed clashes between armed groups, reflecting the persistent volatility that has plagued Libya since the fall of former leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011.

    Political stalemate

    The country remains divided between rival administrations in the east and west, with unity efforts repeatedly stalled.

    A UN-brokered ceasefire signed in 2020 raised hopes for national elections, but progress has been hampered by political deadlock and sporadic outbreaks of violence – particularly in Tripoli.

    In May, clashes erupted in several districts of the capital, reportedly triggered by the killing of a prominent militia leader. The fighting, which involved heavy weaponry in densely populated areas, forced hundreds of families to flee and further strained the city’s already fragile infrastructure.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: An Interview with Foreign Law Intern at the Law Library of Congress, Raksmei Dara

    Source: US Global Legal Monitor

    Today’s blog post is an interview with a foreign law intern at the Law Library of Congress, Raksmei Dara. She works with Foreign Law Specialist Sayuri Umeda in the Global Legal Research Directorate. 

    Describe your background.

    My name is Raksmei Dara, but people call me Mei. I was born in the heart of Phnom Penh city, Cambodia. I have an older brother, and I am the youngest one in my family.

    What is your academic/ professional history?

    I have a bachelor’s degree in law from the American University of Phnom Penh and a Bachelor of Arts in law from the University of Arizona. I interned at the Fraud Prevention Unit in the U.S. Consular Affairs Office at the United States Embassy in Cambodia during my undergraduate program. Shortly after, I was offered a scholarship from Pennsylvania State University for an LL.M. program, where I earned my concentration in international, foreign, and comparative law. While at Penn State, I was chosen and coached as a competitor for Penn State Law in the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Moot Court Competition 2025. That is when my passion for international law grew.

    How do you describe your job to other people?

    I am a foreign law intern in the Global Legal Research Directorate of the Law Library of Congress. I research and analyze Cambodian legal frameworks, draft articles on new laws and other regulations, and compile those findings into clear, up-to-date reports and articles for our global audience.

    Why did you want to work at the Law Library of Congress?

    The Law Library of Congress is an open door for me to deepen my legal skills, gain new research knowledge, and collaborate with incredible scholars from around the world. Most importantly, the Library of Congress is a place of rich history and unparalleled resources, making it the perfect stepping stone for my legal career. I am grateful to have such an honorable institution like the Law Library of Congress as part of my legal professional journey.

    What is the most interesting fact you have learned about the Law Library of Congress?

    I am blown away by how professional and talented everyone is in the workplace. The Library of Congress feels like a jungle of unmatched resources and archival treasures you simply cannot find anywhere else in the world. Its global network of scholars and the depth of its collections make it a truly one-of-a-kind institution that words cannot do justice.

    What’s something most of your co-workers do not know about you?

    I always find myself interested in the psychology behind laws and how law shapes both legislation and enforcement.


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  • MIL-OSI Europe: OCEANIA/PAPAU NEW GUINEA – Blessed To Rot: An example of faith for catechists and laity

    Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI

    Thursday, 10 July 2025

    Port Moresby (Agenzia Fides) – “We celebrated Blessed Peter To Rot on his feast day on July 7 in Port Moresby, with a Mass that brought before the faithful the figure of our first saint, who will be canonized next October 19. And we will continue the celebrations in the various dioceses throughout July. To Rot is for us an example of a catechist and husband: a Christian who was convinced that the personal journey of holiness is a response to the call of every baptized person. Each of us, we recall, receives this call,” Paul Sundu, Bishop of Kundiawa, who participated in the celebration in Port Moresby, which was also attended by the Apostolic Nuncio to Papua New Guinea, Msgr. Maurizio Bravi, told Fides.Bishop Sundu said that the Blessed “is an example of the faith in our country today: There are many catechists like him who continue the work of witnessing and transmitting the faith in remote places, without whom the Church’s mission would not continue.” To Rot, the bishop stated, “in a way anticipated the Second Vatican Council by living the mission of evangelization as a lay person. He became a catechist because, given the shortage of missionaries, he recognized that ‘the harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.’ Today, he is an example of the laity’s participation in the Church.” Regarding the situation of the Catholic community in Papua New Guinea, the bishop said: “We are 16 million Catholics, divided into four macro-regions, in a nation that can still be called ‘Christian’: Faith is of great importance to the people.” Papua New Guinea is largely covered by tropical jungle and is inhabited by very diverse indigenous peoples. Over the past two centuries, the country has been the subject of colonial conflicts between the British, Dutch, and Germans. Foreign powers welcomed Christian missionaries, both Protestant and Catholic, who proclaimed the Gospel to the native population.”Our country is home to very diverse societies and cultures, with hundreds of ethnic groups, traditions, and religions.The challenge for the Church lies in its relationship with the many local cultures whose heritage includes practices that are contrary to Christian values, such as divorce, shamanism, and ancestor worship,” Bishop Sundu continued. “The Church’s witness and mission, on the one hand, thrive on its relationship with traditional and ancestral religions; on the other, it is confronted with secularization and modernization, which are making themselves felt in the general mentality and are particularly noticeable in the cities and among young people.” The Catholic Church in Papua New Guinea, he adds, “remains a credible and valued institution today, supporting the population in its development and sometimes doing more than the government, especially in areas such as education and health, thus continuing to make a significant and valuable contribution to the country’s public life.” Referring specifically to the situation in his diocese of Kundiawa, a mountain town in the heart of Simbu Province in the Central Highlands, the bishop reports how “the communities of believers are experiencing the Holy Year: especially the young people in various communities and parishes have organized the pilgrimage of the World Youth Day Cross, bringing a message of hope: the hope of living according to God’s heart, living the Gospel each in their own context and territory, in their own life situation, in their own community.” (PA) (Agenzia Fides, 10/7/2025)
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  • MIL-OSI Europe: AFRICA – “Neocolonialism in fishing”: The fishing industry in West African countries is in crisis

    Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI

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    by Cosimo GrazianiBanjul (Agenzia Fides) – In West African countries, the local fishing industry is in crisis. European countries are also to blame for this. Gambian activist Mustapha Manneh also spoke out at the United Nations World Oceans Conference, which took place this year in Nice from June 9 to 13.The core of the problem is the fishing of local species to produce fish feed for aquaculture farms in Greece and Turkey. The phenomenon affects the entire region and has the same characteristics: local species such as sardines and bonga are caught in large quantities and processed locally into fish feed for aquaculture; the produced material is shipped to Turkey, Greece, and China (these are the currently known destinations), where it is used in fish farms. The fish produced, in the case of Turkish farms, are mainly sea bream and bass. These farmed fish reach the stores of the destination countries and the tables of consumers, unaware that the consumed fillets are causing social and economic problems for entire populations on the African continent, where in the meantime, hundreds of families have lost their only source of income. As Manneh points out, the fishermen can no longer bring home enough fish to feed their families and face ever-increasing fuel costs: Whereas they used to be able to catch large quantities of fish in a shorter time, using only 20 liters of diesel, they now have to stay away longer to ensure a sufficient catch, and the amount of fuel required has at least tripled.The fishermen are not the only ones hit hard: an entire social fabric has been affected by this problem. In Senegal and Gambia, the fish was caught by men and sold by women, a system that, in its own way, also ensured relative social and economic equality. Now that catches are scarce, markets have disappeared in many cases, along with the stalls run by women, who must now find other sources of income. Another problem that fishermen in West Africa have faced in recent years is the presence of fishing boats from other countries—for example, from China—which significantly reduces the availability of fish to catch. In Guinea-Bissau, fishing boats from other countries often use trawling, which is prohibited due to the damage it can cause to ecosystems. The presence of foreign fishing boats in African waters is often regulated by agreements such as those concluded by the European Union with these countries. According to Manneh, their presence in Gambia is viewed with growing hostility by the local population, especially young people. The EU signed the last of a long line of fishing protocols with Gambia in 2019, which expire on July 30. This protocol stipulated that vessels from Spain, Greece, and France could fish in Gambian territorial waters for an annual fee of €550,000, a fee that was intended, among other things, to finance measures to protect the marine ecosystem. Similar agreements have been concluded with other countries in the region: In the case of Guinea-Bissau, the agreement was approved by the European Parliament last April and provides for compensation of up to €100 million per year. Alongside this agreement, the Parliament adopted a recommendation calling on the European Commission and Guinea-Bissau to improve fishing controls in the African country’s territorial waters. The fishing crisis in West African countries is also fueling illegal emigration to Europe. From the coasts of Senegal, it is possible to reach the Canary Islands, which belong to Spain. While reaching the Canary Islands represents an alternative to poverty for many, others become smugglers for the same reason, earning a living by transporting migrants. In Gambia, earnings for a single trip on a boat full of migrants can reach up to €200,000, an unimaginable sum for a Gambian fisherman. (Agenzia Fides, 10/7/2025)
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  • MIL-OSI Europe: ASIA/INDONESIA – Camillian Mission on the Island of Flores celebrates the feast of the Order’s founder

    Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI

    Thursday, 10 July 2025

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    Maumere (Agenzia Fides) – The Camillian mission in Indonesia experiences the feast of Saint Camillus of Lellis, patron saint of the sick and healthcare workers and founder of the Order of the Sick, with great joy and gratitude.”July 14, 2025, is a historic day for the Camillian delegation in Indonesia: four new deacons will be ordained, ten religious will take temporary vows, twenty-two confreres will renew their vows, and eleven young men will be received into the novitiate,” Father Luigi Galvani (MI), Camillian missionary on the island of Flores, told Fides.The Eucharistic celebration will take place at the Camillian Philosophical and Theological Seminary in Maumere, on the island of Flores, the beating heart of the Indonesian mission. The solemn liturgy will be presided over by the Bishop of the diocese, Edwaldus Martinus Sedu, while the Provincial Superior of the Camillians, Father Evan Villanueva, and the religious from the various Camillian communities in the country will concelebrate.”These significant events,” the missionary continued, “are not mere dates, but a living testimony to the fruitfulness of the Camillian charism, present in Indonesia since 2009. In just over fifteen years, the mission has taken deep root thanks to the constant work of vocational promotion and formation, service to the sick, especially the poorest and most marginalized, and various important social projects. These include the feeding program and the new shelters for the mentally ill, who were previously chained and lived in atrocious conditions” (see Fides, 24/1/2024).”All of this stimulates us and keeps us young, so to speak,” jokes the missionary, who is over eighty years old. “We pray to Saint Camillus to continue to inspire us with renewed enthusiasm and missionary zeal.””The charism of Saint Camillus, at the center of which is merciful love for the sick, ‘like a mother towards her only sick child,’ continues to attract young people willing to give their lives in generous and radical service,” concludes Father Luigi. “On this feast day, the young Camillian mission in Indonesia thanks the Lord for the gifts received and renews its commitment to live and ever more widely spread the Gospel of charity, following the example of Saint Camillus, in a world in need of peace, solidarity, and hope.” (LG/AP) (Agenzia Fides, 10/7/2025)

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: AFRICA/DR CONGO – Goma: Relics of Blessed Floribert transferred to the Shrine of the Blessed Sacrament

    Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI

    Thursday, 10 July 2025

    Goma (Agenzia Fides) – Less than a month after the beatification ceremony at the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls in Rome, the mortal remains of Floribert Bwana Chui Bin Kositi were transferred from the city cemetery to a chapel dedicated to him within the Shrine of the Blessed Sacrament in Goma.It was an intense moment of faith for the local Catholic community: more than 6,000 people attended a Mass in the square in front of the shrine, presided over by Archbishop Fulgence Muteba Mugalu of Lubumbashi, President of the Episcopal Conference of the Democratic Republic of Congo (CENCO). Eleven bishops and about 200 priests concelebrated with him.Pope Francis recognized the martyrdom of Floribert Bwana Chui Bin Kositi on November 28, 2024. And in Goma, a war-torn city where years of conflict have exacerbated social hardship, the news of the beatification and the ceremony of transferring the remains to the Shrine acted like a healing balm.Some worshipers wore colorful traditional shirts and dresses bearing the blessed’s portrait. In his homily, Archbishop Fulgence Muteba Mugalu described the recognition of the martyrdom and the beatification ceremony as a “powerful wake-up call” for the entire Congolese society, which “must commit itself to the fight against corruption.”Floribert was employed in the Goma office of the Congolese Control Office (OCC) in Goma, the public body responsible for controlling the quality, quantity and conformity of goods. Quality control consisted of verifying the conformity of products with national and international regulations, through physicochemical and microbiological analysis of the samples taken.In the course of his duties, he opposed the passage of a shipment of spoiled rice from Rwanda, destined for the Congolese market, with serious consequences for the health of consumers. Despite offers of bribes from crooked traders, Floribert stubbornly refused to let the cargo pass. The offers of money then turned into threats, but the young civil servant did not give in.On July 7, 2007, unknown assailants forced him into a car. On July 9, his lifeless body was found in a vacant lot not far from the scene of the kidnapping. It was established that Floribert was tortured and beaten before being killed. Known for his devotion to God and the Catholic Church, Floribert Bwana Chui was linked to the Community of Sant’Egidio. He distinguished himself by his religious fervor and his desire to live daily according to the teachings of the Gospel. His sacrifice is compared to that of Blessed Isidore Bakanja, another Congolese martyr beatified in 1994 by Pope John Paul II.For Congolese society, the Archbishop said, Floribert’s story is “also a message of hope.” He therefore appealed to the commitment of all believers to peace: “No matter how great the challenges we face today, we must build peace, and we must build it together.”Aline Minani, a friend of the Blessed, was also present at the ceremony. Speaking to the local press on the sidelines of the celebrations, she said: “All of this has profound meaning for the local community. What we are celebrating here can be a glimmer of hope for our region and our country.”The east of the Democratic Republic of Congo is the scene of a war in which more than 100 armed groups are now involved. Clashes escalated at the beginning of this year, when the M23 movement captured the cities of Goma (see Fides, 27/1/2025) and Bukavu (see Fides, 17/2/2025). (F.B.) (Agenzia Fides, 10/7/2025)
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  • MIL-OSI Europe: AFRICA/KENYA – Erection of the diocese of Kapsabet, Kenya and appointment of the first bishop

    Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI

    Thursday, 10 July 2025

    Nairobi (Agenzia Fides) – The Holy Father has created the new diocese of Kapsabet, Kenya, with territory taken from the diocese of Eldoret, making it a suffragan of the metropolitan archdiocese of Kisumu, Kenya.The Holy Father has appointed Bishop John Kiplimo Lelei, until now auxiliary bishop of Eldoret, as first bishop of the diocese of Kapsabet, Kenya, at the same time liberating him from the titular see of Mons in Numidia.Bishop John Kiplimo Lelei was born on 15 August 1958 in Soy, in the diocese of Eldoret. He studied philosophy at Saint Augustine’s Senior Seminary in Mabanga, and theology at Saint Thomas Aquinas Major Seminary in Nairobi.He was ordained a priest on 26 October 1985 for the diocese of Eldoret.He was awarded a doctorate in theology, specializing in liturgy, from the Universität Wien.He has held the following offices: parish vicar in Suwerwa and Chepterit (1985-1987), parish priest in Yamumbi, Suwerwa, Chepterit and Tachasis, and vicar forane of the deaneries of Kitale and Nandi (1987-1996), parish collaborator at St. Brigitta and Zum Gottlichen Erloser, in the archdiocese of Vienna (1996-2002), parish priest of St. Patrick in Kapcherop (2002-2003) and St. Boniface in Tindinyo (2003-2007), lecturer in the following institutes: AMECEA Pastoral Institute in Gaba (2003-2004); Institute of Development Studies in Kobujoi (2004-2009) and at the St. Matthias Mulumba Senior Seminary-Tindinyo (2003-2008), parish priest of St. Peter’s in Kapsabet (2007-2008), lecturer and formator of St. Matthias Mulumba Senior Seminary in Tindinyo (2008-2017), rector of St. Thomas Aquinas Major Seminary in Nairobi (2017-2023) and vicar general of Eldoret.On 27 March 2024 he was appointed auxiliary bishop of Eldoret, receiving the titular see of Mons in Numidia; he was ordained a bishop the following 25 May. (EG) (Agenzia Fides, 10/7/2025)

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: AFRICA/KENYA – Erection of the diocese of Kapsabet, Kenya and appointment of the first bishop

    Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI

    Thursday, 10 July 2025

    Nairobi (Agenzia Fides) – The Holy Father has created the new diocese of Kapsabet, Kenya, with territory taken from the diocese of Eldoret, making it a suffragan of the metropolitan archdiocese of Kisumu, Kenya.The Holy Father has appointed Bishop John Kiplimo Lelei, until now auxiliary bishop of Eldoret, as first bishop of the diocese of Kapsabet, Kenya, at the same time liberating him from the titular see of Mons in Numidia.Bishop John Kiplimo Lelei was born on 15 August 1958 in Soy, in the diocese of Eldoret. He studied philosophy at Saint Augustine’s Senior Seminary in Mabanga, and theology at Saint Thomas Aquinas Major Seminary in Nairobi.He was ordained a priest on 26 October 1985 for the diocese of Eldoret.He was awarded a doctorate in theology, specializing in liturgy, from the Universität Wien.He has held the following offices: parish vicar in Suwerwa and Chepterit (1985-1987), parish priest in Yamumbi, Suwerwa, Chepterit and Tachasis, and vicar forane of the deaneries of Kitale and Nandi (1987-1996), parish collaborator at St. Brigitta and Zum Gottlichen Erloser, in the archdiocese of Vienna (1996-2002), parish priest of St. Patrick in Kapcherop (2002-2003) and St. Boniface in Tindinyo (2003-2007), lecturer in the following institutes: AMECEA Pastoral Institute in Gaba (2003-2004); Institute of Development Studies in Kobujoi (2004-2009) and at the St. Matthias Mulumba Senior Seminary-Tindinyo (2003-2008), parish priest of St. Peter’s in Kapsabet (2007-2008), lecturer and formator of St. Matthias Mulumba Senior Seminary in Tindinyo (2008-2017), rector of St. Thomas Aquinas Major Seminary in Nairobi (2017-2023) and vicar general of Eldoret.On 27 March 2024 he was appointed auxiliary bishop of Eldoret, receiving the titular see of Mons in Numidia; he was ordained a bishop the following 25 May. (EG) (Agenzia Fides, 10/7/2025)

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Readout of the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Christopher Grady’s Meeting with Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape

    Source: US Defense Joint Chiefs of Staff

    Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Christopher Grady welcomed Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape to Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, July 9, 2025, as part of the United States’ continued focus on strengthening defense relationships across the Pacific Islands region.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Readout of the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Christopher Grady’s Meeting with Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape

    Source: US Defense Joint Chiefs of Staff

    Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Christopher Grady welcomed Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape to Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, July 9, 2025, as part of the United States’ continued focus on strengthening defense relationships across the Pacific Islands region.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Conviction of examiner, driving school instructor welcomed

    Source: Government of South Africa

    Thursday, July 10, 2025

    The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has welcomed the conviction of a KwaZulu-Natal examiner and a driving school instructor in a case that exposed serious breaches of integrity within the driving licence issuing sector.

    Sandile Ndlovu, a Mooi River-based examiner, was found guilty of fraud and conspiracy to commit corruption on 8 July 2025 in the Durban Specialised Crime Court after it was discovered that he had fraudulently issued a learner licence to someone who had not written the required examination.

    Ndlovu was arrested in 2016 following complaints received by the National Traffic Anti-Corruption Unit (NTACU), a division of the RTMC. 

    The unit worked with the KwaZulu-Natal South African Police Crime Intelligence Unit and the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) anti-corruption unit to investigate the complaints.

    “It was found that Mr Ndlovu conspired with Ms Zandile Dlamini, a driving school instructor, to have a learner licence issued on the payment of R 3000 inducement. Dlamini was also convicted for her role in facilitating the misconduct by accepting an unlawful benefit for the crime,” said the RTMC in a statement.

    The corporation said these actions not only violated the trust placed in public servants but also compromised the integrity of a system meant to ensure competence and accountability within road traffic law enforcement.

    The matter has been postponed to 29 August 2025 to allow for the preparation of pre-sentence reports. 

    During the sentencing phase, the State is expected to call additional witnesses to highlight the impact of these actions on road safety and the broader public service.

    “The RTMC considers this case a significant milestone in the ongoing effort to clean up traffic enforcement services and promote a culture of ethical conduct. 

    “We fully support the work of the courts and prosecuting authorities in holding those who abuse public systems accountable. The fight against fraud and corruption remains one of our top priorities, and we will continue working closely with all stakeholders to protect the integrity of road traffic management in South Africa,” said the RTMC.

    Members of the public can report suspected acts of fraud, corruption, and malfeasance to ntacu@rtmc.co.za or by WhatsApp to 083 293 7989. – SAnews.gov.za

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Operation Vulindlela: Sustained progress in the economic reform agenda

    Source: Government of South Africa

    The Presidency and National Treasury have released a quarterly progress report for Q1 2025/26 on the implementation of economic reform through Operation Vulindlela. 

    This report is the first to be released since the launch of Phase II of Operation Vulindlela this year. 

    Operation Vulindlela is a joint initiative of the Presidency and National Treasury which aims to achieve more rapid and inclusive economic growth through a programme of far-reaching economic reform. 

    Phase I of Operation Vulindlela focused on unlocking progress in five priority areas: electricity, freight logistics, water, telecommunications, and the visa system. These reforms were selected for their high potential to catalyse investment, enhance economic competitiveness, and create jobs. 

    Phase II represents a second wave of structural reform aimed at unlocking more rapid, inclusive, and sustained economic growth. 

    While continuing to drive implementation of reforms initiated during Phase I, the second phase introduces new focus areas that respond to evolving challenges in the economy. 

    “The report released today demonstrates sustained progress in the economic reform agenda, which serves as a counter to strong economic headwinds. 

    “Key milestones during the past quarter include the publication of a Ministerial Determination and associated regulations to enable the first round of Independent Transmission Projects, as well as a Request for Information for major private sector participation (PSP) projects in the freight logistics sector. 

    “Progress has also been made in the new areas of reform included in Phase II, with a comprehensive review of the White Paper on Local Government to reform the local government system and the introduction of a performance-based financing mechanism to support the reform of municipal water and electricity services. 

    “The Digital Transformation Roadmap has been approved by Cabinet and is in implementation, with the development of a digital identity system and other core elements of the roadmap already advanced,” said a statement.

    Further details on progress in each of the reform areas is available in the full report, at Operation Vulindlela Progress Report Q1 2025-26.pdf. – SAnews.gov.za

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Celebrating 75 years of Portsmouth’s friendship with Duisburg

    Source: City of Portsmouth

    Portsmouth is celebrating 75 years of twinning and friendship with Duisburg and the many connections forged between the two cities over the years.

    Portsmouth schoolchildren have been busy designing Duisburg 75 logos to mark the major anniversary. And the winners – Amelie Allen and Roxanne Richardson from Springfield School – had their design engraved on a silver salver that’s ben gifted to the German city. Fellow Springfield pupils Ashmika Sujith and Emma Butcher won best concept for their design.

    The salver was presented to the Lord Mayor of Duisburg, Sören Link, as part of his recent visit to Portsmouth with a group of delegates.

    As part of the anniversary trip, Portsmouth Lord Mayor Cllr Gerald Vernon-Jackson joined to unveil a selection of new German books, available to borrow in Central Library, which have been funded by Snows BMW and MINI Portsmouth. Books have also gone to Portsmouth schools where German is taught, continuing a tradition of exchanging books since the cities were twinned in 1950.

    A display showing the rich history between Portsmouth and Duisburg is also available to visit in Portsmouth History Centre – located on floor 2 of Central Library, Guildhall Square.

    As part of the visit, Duisburg guests visited Southsea Food Festival, toured the new sea defences and took in other Portsmouth landmarks.

    Over 75,000 people from the two cities are estimated to have taken part in exchanges since they were officially twinned in 1950, and over 75 years, many friendships, and even families, have been created.

    Doreen from Portsmouth and Heinz from Duisburg were the first couple to marry after their cities were twinned, having met in Duisburg in 1948.  Heinz died last year aged 102 and Doreen died several years before, and their niece, Rosy Danbar, who had been researching her family history, joined the latest visit to share her family stories.

    Cllr Chris Attwell, Portsmouth City Council Cabinet Member for Communities and Central Services and chair of the twinning advisory group said:

    “Portsmouth and Duisburg were one of the very first Anglo-German twinning links following the Second World War, which left both cities crippled by bombing.

    “Once enemies, a great friendship was forged out of understanding and hope in 1950, and over 75 years that bond has grown ever stronger. Residents of both cities have made life-long friends by taking part in visits, and we look forward to many more decades of friendship together.”

    To further mark the occasion a 75th anniversary flower display has been created outside The D-Day Story museum in Southsea.

    And earlier in the summer, a group of Portsmouth City Council staff travelled to Germany to take part in the Duisburg Fun Dragonboat Regatta, the biggest in the world.

    Anyone interested in the link between the cities can join The Duisburg Portsmouth Twinning Association

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: TAK£500+ Community campaign – the public has spoken!

    Source: Northern Ireland City of Armagh

    Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Alderman Stephen Moutray with participants from Bleary Primary School presenting their outdoor learning project at the recent Tak£500+ event held at South Lake Leisure Centre.

    For the last few months, communities from right across every corner of the borough have been putting forward ideas that they think will have a positive impact on their area – with over 150 applications in total coming through!

    Three incredible events were then held at different venues across the borough where these groups came along to showcase their fantastic ideas, in the hope that members of the public would vote for them to receive funding to bring their ideas to life!

    Overall, 3,423 votes were cast by you – residents of this borough – for your favourite projects. And an amazing 116 projects have received funding to the tune of over £114,000 to carry out their projects for the benefit of their communities!

    This was all made possible through the ‘TAK£500+ Participatory Budget Fund’ – a project that has enabled local people to decide how public funds are used to address needs in their area. Communities were able to apply for up to £1,000, with local residents deciding which projects should go ahead!

    The variety of successful projects is quite simply amazing and includes sporting activities for all ages, community gardens, intergenerational initiatives, projects to protect our industrial heritage and so much more!

    “This the fourth year of the Tak£500+ Project and the response this time was even bigger and better,” commented the Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Alderman Stephen Moutray.

    “We were delighted to see so many residents getting involved – both with ideas for projects as well has coming out to cast their votes. The variety of ideas that were put forward and the reasons why were truly inspirational in how they will benefit communities. I can’t wait to see these projects coming to life over the next few months and seeing the impact they will have across the borough!”

    All ideas were based around the ‘Take 5 Ways of Wellbeing’ – five simple steps to help maintain and improve your wellbeing on a daily basis.

    View the list of successful projects here. 

    Find out more about Tak£500+ here. 

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Get up and go with free family activities

    Source: City of Leicester

    FREE family activities will be on offer in neighbourhoods across Leicester throughout the summer holidays.

    From Monday 14th July until Friday 22nd August, the city council’s Get Up & Go programme will offer a range of activities at  children, young people and family centres across the city.

    Aimed at children aged 0-11 years, the programme will include lots of outdoor fun, arts and crafts, story time and sensory play.

    There will also be plenty of indoor creative play and lots of opportunities to join in with Story Garden, this year’s nature-themed summer reading challenge.

    On Mondays, there will be Get Up & Go activities on offer at St Matthews, Saffron, Thurnby Lodge and Woodbridge; on Tuesdays at Bewcastle and on Wednesdays at Beaumont Leys. On Thursdays, families can get up and go at centres in Netherhall, New Parks, Belgrave and Highfields, as well as again at Beaumont Leys. On Fridays, there’s a chance to get up and go in Eyres Monsell or at The Grove in Braunstone.

    Times vary at each venue, so check the timetable or call your local children’s centre for details.

    A whole week of special activities will also mark National Playday this summer. Playday activities will take place across all children’s centres on the week beginning Monday 4 August, and will include outdoor games, songs and a baby area.

    The city council’s Get Up & Go programme aims to encourage families to get out and about and enjoy the outdoor spaces around them.

    Assistant city mayor for children and young people, Cllr Elaine Pantling, said: “We know it can be tricky to keep children entertained during the long summer holidays, and that it can be a drain on family finances. Our Get up and go sessions are aimed at a wide age range, they’re free and they take place in neighbourhoods across the city to make them easily accessible for as many families as possible.

    “I hope these events will also give families lots of ideas and inspiration for their own low-cost play activities to try at home, as well as encouraging them to get out and about to enjoy the summer.”

    More information is available at https://families.leicester.gov.uk/get-up-and-go/ and on Facebook at facebook.com/leicesterchildrenscentres

    Details of all the free and low-cost activities taking place at city council venues and other city centre locations are available at https://families.leicester.gov.uk/summer-fun

    Listings are provided for each week of the school holidays, making it easy for families to find a free or low-cost activity in Leicester this summer.

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  • MIL-OSI: Multi-Billion Virtual Healthcare Industry Witnessing Substantial Growth with Rapid Expansion Expected

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    PALM BEACH, Fla., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FN Media Group News Commentary – The global telehealth market has been substantially growing over the past years and is expected to continue this growth well into the future. A report from Grand View Research said that: “The global telehealth market size was estimated at USD 123.26 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 455.27 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 24.68% from 2025 to 2030. North America dominated the telehealth market with the revenue share of 46.58% in 2024. The market is primarily driven by the increasing adoption of digital health & smartphones, rising investments, improved internet connectivity, and growing technological advancements… the growing adoption and acceptance of telehealth services are expected to boost the market’s growth over the forecast period.” The report continued: “Moreover, smartphones have evolved from devices of communication & entertainment to devices that can monitor health and fitness. Some market players are developing Chatbot services for basic medical inquiries and one-time consultations… Moreover, the market is propelled by favorable government initiatives to expand telehealth by making healthcare services more accessible and convenient for patients. The focus on cost-effective and efficient healthcare solutions further propels the adoption of telehealth services. The rising adoption of telehealth facilities by patients, physicians, and government authorities is boosting the market. Access to healthcare through specific applications and video consultations enables communication between patients and doctors in remote locations, eliminating the need to visit hospitals or clinics. Market players such as Apple, Google, and IBM focus on improving the mobile health experience by providing numerous solutions through different subscription plans and emphasizing data security. These factors are expected to drive the market growth over the forecast period.”   Active tech companies in the markets this week include Treatment AI, Inc. (OTCQB: TREIF) (CSE: TRUE), CVS Health® (NYSE: CVS), Teladoc Health, Inc. (NYSE: TDOC), Tempus AI, Inc. (NASDAQ: TEM), Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (NYSE: HIMS).

    Grand View Research concluded: “Telehealth services are rapidly expanding, particularly in cardiology, behavioral health, radiology, and online consultations. This growth is fueled by a surge in startup funding and the introduction of new solutions and services, especially those designed for virtual consultations. Furthermore, integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms enhances the personalization of healthcare services. In addition, favorable government initiatives promoting telehealth adoption drive the market. The telehealth market in the U.S. accounted for the largest market revenue share in North America in 2024, owing to innovative software development, advanced healthcare management, and the presence of several market players operating across segments, such as mobile and network operations. Increasing awareness regarding the availability of digital health solutions, such as mHealth and telehealth, is driving their adoption rate.”

    Treatment AI Inc. (OTCQB: TREIF) (CSE: TRUE) News: EngageWell, Rocket Doctor, and CVS Health Foundation Launch Virtual Healthy Aging Program for Adults over 60

    Backed by $1 million in funding from the CVS Health Foundation, the pilot initiative offers free, virtual health screenings to support aging with confidence, care, and convenience

    • Health checks include assessments for heart health, memory, cognitive function, and mental health
    • No travel required — all appointments are virtual and confidential
    • Community Health Workers provide personalized follow-up support and connect patients to local resources
    • The program is now available in New York City, with plans to expand throughout 2025
    • Free for patients on Medicaid, covered by insurance for patients on Medicare

    Treatment.com AI Inc. (Frankfurt: 939) (the “Company” or “Treatment”) is pleased to announce that building off their successful graduation from AARPs AgeTech Accelerator, its subsidiary, Rocket Doctor Inc., has partnered with EngageWell IPA in a program funded by CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) Foundation to launch the Healthy Aging Program — a new pilot initiative offering virtual health screenings for adults aged 60 and older across New York City.

    Funded through a 5-year, $1M grant from the CVS Health® Foundation, EngageWell and Rocket Doctor’s program is designed to support older adults in maintaining their health and independence. It offers confidential virtual assessments that screen for common health concerns related to aging, including heart health, memory and brain function, and mental well-being. Board-certified physicians conduct consultations via phone or video and develop personalized follow-up care plans. Community Health Workers are also available to help patients connect with the telehealth provider and with necessary follow-up care.

    “Aging shouldn’t mean losing access to care, it should mean getting the support you need, wherever you are,” said Dr. William Cherniak, Founder and CEO of Rocket Doctor. “We’re proud to again partner with EngageWell to bring high-quality, proactive care directly into the homes of older adults across New York City. We’re equally thrilled that the CVS Health Foundation is funding EngageWell to implement this important program.”

    Participants who complete their screenings receive valuable health information, a physician consultation, and can receive up to $45 in gift cards. No insurance is required for patients on Medicaid, and is accepted for patients on Medicare. The entire process is designed to be simple, supportive, and stress-free.

    “Too often, older adults who face language barriers, low health or digital literacy, or systemic inequities are left to navigate fragmented healthcare systems on their own,” said Christopher Joseph, Executive Director of EngageWell IPA. “Through the Healthy Aging Program, we’re not just delivering services – we’re building a care model rooted in dignity, cultural relevance, and trust. By combining community-based outreach with user-friendly technology, we’re bridging gaps and creating lasting pathways to better health for aging New Yorkers.”

    The program is now live and being offered in partnership with community-based organizations and care navigators throughout New York City. By combining technology, human connection, and wrap-around support, the Healthy Aging Program helps ensure older adults stay healthy, informed, and in control of their care, without ever needing to leave home. CONTINUED… Read this full press release and more news for Treatment.com AI at: https://www.financialnewsmedia.com/news-true/.

    Other recent developments in the healthcare industry of note include:

    CVS Health® (NYSE: CVS) has recently announced the opening of its new Workforce Innovation and Talent Center (WITC) in Chicago. The center, situated at the Chicago Baptist Institute, will improve the community’s access to workforce training services and provide every participant who completes the program an opportunity to apply for a position at CVS Health.

    The WITC will transform lives in the Chicago community, like that of Catrina Malone. Her journey began when she attended an informational session while pursuing a film career. Now, as a pharmacy technician at CVS Health, Catrina shares her story: “Growing up in an unstable home environment, I faced many barriers. My mother struggled with substance abuse, and there were times when I didn’t know where my next meal would come from. With the support of my legal guardian, I stayed determined to forge my own path and build a career despite the odds being against me. This new role as a pharmacy technician for CVS Pharmacy has given me just that. Through this center and the kindness of everyone here, I’ve felt truly encouraged and supported — and for that, I am extremely thankful.”

    Teladoc Health, Inc. (NYSE: TDOC), the global leader in virtual care, recently announced earlier this year it has acquired UpLift, an innovative and tech-enabled provider of virtual mental health therapy, psychiatry and medication management services.

    The acquisition supports the company’s strategy to further enhance its leadership position in virtual mental health, including the ability for consumers served by its BetterHelp segment to access benefits coverage for mental health services. UpLift serves the health plan market and has arrangements covering over 100 million lives, a network of over 1,500 mental health professionals, important capabilities and a talented team.

    Tempus AI, Inc. (NASDAQ: TEM), a technology company leading the adoption of AI to advance precision medicine and patient care, recently announced the expansion of its care pathway intelligence platform, Tempus Next, into breast cancer. Since its launch in 2024, Tempus Next has screened thousands of patients across its network of provider sites, helping close critical care gaps for patients with lung cancer. Now, the platform will support five different biomarker testing gaps specific to breast cancer with the goal of helping physicians deliver guideline-directed medical care to eligible patients.

    Tempus Next supports physicians administering guideline-based care by surfacing care gaps and identifying patients who may benefit from these guideline-based suggestions. The platform integrates multimodal data available in the patient’s electronic medical record (EMR) with up-to-date clinical guidelines to support providers in delivering guideline-based care. As with lung cancer, clinical guidelines around breast cancer are continually evolving, and Tempus is working to help providers keep pace, starting at Mercy, which has already integrated Tempus Next for both breast and lung cancer into its EMR system to support patient care. Mercy has over 1,000 physician practice locations and outpatient facilities, more than 5,000 physicians and advanced practitioners serving patients across Arkansas, Illinois, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma.

    Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (NYSE: HIMS) the leading digital health and wellness platform, recently announced its plans to bring its affordable, holistic weight loss program to Canada, timed with the anticipated first-ever availability of generic semaglutide anywhere in the world. This move follows the recent closing of the company’s acquisition of ZAVA, the pioneering digital health platform in Europe.

    Almost two thirds of adults in Canada are overweight or living with obesity, yet access to proven treatments remains limited due to high costs and availability. With branded semaglutide often priced out of reach, the introduction of generics marks a pivotal moment for access to care. Hims & Hers plans to offer access to lower-cost treatment options through its digital platform, paired with 24/7 access to licensed providers and personalized, clinically backed care plans. In Canada, branded semaglutide with no surrounding clinical support currently costs more than C$200 a month. The price for generic semaglutide is expected to be available at a significant discount to the branded versions, with the prices expected to lower over time.

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  • MIL-OSI: NANO Nuclear to Participate in Fireside Chat at H.C. Wainwright’s Powering the Future: Advancing Innovation Through Nuclear Virtual Conference on July 15th

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York, N.Y., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) (“NANO Nuclear” or “the Company”), a leading advanced nuclear energy and technology company focused on developing clean energy solutions, today announced that Chief Executive Officer James Walker will participate in a fireside chat at H.C. Wainwright’s Powering the Future: Advancing Innovation Through Nuclear Virtual Conference hosted by Sameer Joshi, Senior Cleantech Analyst at H.C. Wainwright, on July 15, 2025 at 9:00 a.m., Eastern time.

    Figure 1 – Rendering of NANO Nuclear Energy’s High Technology Readiness Level and Patented KRONOS MMR Microreactor Energy System at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Mr. Walker is expected to discuss recent business developments, highlighting progress in advancing its lead microreactor project, the patented KRONOS MMR Energy System, toward construction, testing and licensing with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, as well as key upcoming regulatory milestones necessary for deployment of the KRONOS reactor prototype at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

    NANO Nuclear is highly focused on expediting its advanced reactor technology to meet expected growth in energy demands across multiple sectors, including data centers powering artificial intelligence. The stationary KRONOS reactor is designed to be completely modular, mass manufactured with a production line, rapidly installed, safer than traditional reactors, co-located at customer sites, a provider of high-capacity factor baseload carbon free power, and a known technology offering the potential to reduce licensing timeframes. NANO Nuclear views KRONOS as a next generation source of reliable, safe, and clean nuclear energy ideal to meet expected future growth in domestic and international energy consumption. 

    Fireside Chat Details:

    Date: Tuesday, July 15, 2025
    Time: 9:00 a.m. ET
    Speaker: James Walker, CEO
    Moderator: Sameer Joshi, H.C. Wainwright Senior Cleantech Analyst
    Webcast: https://journey.ct.events/view/d216b343-edae-4f3e-8627-d19c29340b11

    A replay of the fireside chat webcast will be available for approximately 30 days on NANO Nuclear’s investor relations website at https://ir.nanonuclearenergy.com/news-events/events.

    About NANO Nuclear Energy, Inc.

    NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) is an advanced technology-driven nuclear energy company seeking to become a commercially focused, diversified, and vertically integrated company across five business lines: (i) cutting edge portable and other microreactor technologies, (ii) nuclear fuel fabrication, (iii) nuclear fuel transportation, (iv) nuclear applications for space and (v) nuclear industry consulting services. NANO Nuclear believes it is the first portable nuclear microreactor company to be listed publicly in the U.S.

    Led by a world-class nuclear engineering team, NANO Nuclear’s reactor products in development include patented KRONOS MMREnergy System, a stationary high-temperature gas-cooled reactor that is in construction permit pre-application engagement U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in collaboration with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (U. of I.), “ZEUS”, a solid core battery reactor, and “ODIN”, a low-pressure coolant reactor, and the space focused, portable LOKI MMR, each representing advanced developments in clean energy solutions that are portable, on-demand capable, advanced nuclear microreactors.

    Advanced Fuel Transportation Inc. (AFT), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is led by former executives from the largest transportation company in the world aiming to build a North American transportation company that will provide commercial quantities of HALEU fuel to small modular reactors, microreactor companies, national laboratories, military, and DOE programs. Through NANO Nuclear, AFT is the exclusive licensee of a patented high-capacity HALEU fuel transportation basket developed by three major U.S. national nuclear laboratories and funded by the Department of Energy. Assuming development and commercialization, AFT is expected to form part of the only vertically integrated nuclear fuel business of its kind in North America.

    HALEU Energy Fuel Inc. (HEF), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is focusing on the future development of a domestic source for a High-Assay, Low-Enriched Uranium (HALEU) fuel fabrication pipeline for NANO Nuclear’s own microreactors as well as the broader advanced nuclear reactor industry.

    NANO Nuclear Space Inc. (NNS), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is exploring the potential commercial applications of NANO Nuclear’s developing micronuclear reactor technology in space. NNS is focusing on applications such as the LOKI MMR system and other power systems for extraterrestrial projects and human sustaining environments, and potentially propulsion technology for long haul space missions. NNS’ initial focus will be on cis-lunar applications, referring to uses in the space region extending from Earth to the area surrounding the Moon’s surface.

    For more corporate information please visit: https://NanoNuclearEnergy.com/

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    Email: IR@NANONuclearEnergy.com
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    This news release, the fireside chat referred to herein and statements of NANO Nuclear’s management in connection with this news release and such fireside chat contain or may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In this context, forward-looking statements mean statements related to future events, which may impact our expected future business and financial performance, and often contain words such as “expects”, “anticipates”, “intends”, “plans”, “believes”, “potential”, “will”, “should”, “could”, “would” or “may” and other words of similar meaning. Specifically, forward-looking statements include those related to NANO Nuclear’s development plans for the KRONOS MMR Energy System and NANO Nuclear’s other future plans and intentions. These and other forward-looking statements are based on information available to us as of the date of this news release and represent management’s current views and assumptions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, events or results and involve significant known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may be beyond our control. For NANO Nuclear, particular risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in our forward-looking statements include but are not limited to the following: (i) risks related to our U.S. Department of Energy (“DOE”) or related state or non-U.S. nuclear fuel licensing submissions, (ii) risks related the development of new or advanced technology and the acquisition of complimentary technology or businesses, including difficulties with design and testing, cost overruns, regulatory delays, integration issues and the development of competitive technology, (iii) our ability to obtain contracts and funding to be able to continue operations, (iv) risks related to uncertainty regarding our ability to technologically develop and commercially deploy a competitive advanced nuclear reactor or other technology in the timelines we anticipate, if ever, (v) risks related to the impact of U.S. and non-U.S. government regulation, policies and licensing requirements, including by the DOE and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, including those associated with the recently enacted ADVANCE Act and the May 23, 2025 Executive Orders seeking to streamline nuclear regulation, and (vi) similar risks and uncertainties associated with the operating an early stage business a highly regulated and rapidly evolving industry. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this news release. These factors may not constitute all factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in any forward-looking statement, and NANO Nuclear therefore encourages investors to review other factors that may affect future results in its filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov and at https://ir.nanonuclearenergy.com/financial-information/sec-filings. Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as a predictor of actual results. We do not undertake to update our forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this news release, except as required by law.

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  • MIL-OSI: PMGC Holdings Inc. Completes Acquisition of Custom IT Packaging Company Pacific Sun Packaging with Over $2,000,000 in Combined Revenue for Fiscal Years 2023 and 2024

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    • Serves over 300 Commercial Clients including Data Centers, Technology Manufacturers and Information Technology (IT) Service Providers.
    • Adds cash flow positive revenue, enhances PMGC’s exposure to U.S. semiconductor and artificial intelligence (“AI”) infrastructure growth, and marks the launch of its strategic acquisition program targeting U.S. businesses.

    NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PMGC Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ELAB) (the “Company,” “PMGC,” “we,” or “us”), a diversified public holding company, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Pacific Sun Packaging Inc. (“Pacific Sun”) a specialized custom IT packaging company based in San Clemente, California.

    About Pacific Sun Packaging Inc.

    Founded in 2011, Pacific Sun Packaging Inc. is a specialty packaging provider focused on high-precision, component-level packaging solutions for the electronics and information technology (“IT”) hardware industries. The company designs and supplies custom-engineered protective packaging for delicate components such as central processing units (CPUs), memory modules (DIMMs and SO-DIMMs), solid state drives (SSDs), hard disk drives (HDDs), and fiber-optic transceivers, serving customers across the semiconductor, data center, and networking equipment supply chains.

    Pacific Sun’s solutions are built to meet the demanding durability, antistatic protection, and dimensional requirements of sensitive electronic parts during storage, shipping, and integration. Its products are widely used by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), distributors, and contract manufacturers requiring scalable, reliable, and technically compliant packaging options. Known for its engineering agility, fulfillment reliability, and component-specific packaging expertise, the company operates a lean, cash-generative model from its base in San Clemente, California.

    In fiscal years 2023 and 2024, Pacific Sun generated combined revenue of $2,151,418.

    Strategic Rationale

    The acquisition of Pacific Sun marks the first completed transaction in PMGC’s broader acquisition strategy, which targets businesses with consistent earnings, strong fundamentals, and scalable platforms. Pacific Sun operates in a specialized and growing segment of the packaging industry, supported by long-standing customer relationships, high service reliability, and deep expertise in meeting the complex needs of the technology supply chain. The company’s ability to deliver tailored, component-specific solutions with speed and consistency has made it a trusted partner to electronics and IT hardware providers navigating increased demand and supply chain complexity.

    PMGC plans to work closely with Pacific Sun’s existing leadership to identify and execute growth initiatives, including the buildout of a dedicated sales function, targeted marketing investments, and operational enhancements. With the right capital and strategic support, Pacific Sun is well-positioned to expand its commercial footprint and serve a broader range of customers in the growing electronics and logistics ecosystem.

    “Pacific Sun Packaging represents everything we look for in a foundational operating platform: consistent profitability, customer loyalty, and strategic exposure to macro tailwinds,” said Graydon Bensler, Chief Executive Officer of PMGC Holdings Inc, managed through GB Capital Ltd. “As semiconductor, electronics manufacturing, and AI data centers increasingly move back onshore, and demand for servers, memory, and IT components continues to grow, we believe this business is well-positioned to scale with America’s advanced manufacturing revival, and we are excited to help meet that demand.”

    Industry Outlook

    The U.S. market for custom IT and electronics packaging is poised for multi-year growth. According to industry data:

    • The North American electronics packaging market exceeded $8 billion in 2023.1
    • Demand is driven by the cloud, data center, and AI hardware boom, with memory modules and optical networking components requiring high-spec packaging solutions.
    • The CHIPS and Science Act is incentivizing domestic production, increasing demand for U.S.-based packaging partners.
    • E-commerce growth and stricter sustainability regulations are reshaping packaging needs—rewarding suppliers that offer recyclable, efficient, and customizable designs.

    PMGC acquired 100% of the issued and outstanding shares of Pacific Sun for $1,148,000 in cash, with an additional $250,000 earnout contingent on the company achieving $1,145,915 in revenue over the 12-month period following closing.

    About PMGC Holdings Inc.

    PMGC Holdings Inc. is a diversified holding company that manages and grows its portfolio through strategic acquisitions, investments, and development across various industries. We are committed to exploring opportunities in multiple sectors to maximize growth and value. For more information, please visit https://www.pmgcholdings.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    Statements contained in this press release regarding matters that are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Words such as “believes,” “expects,” “plans,” “potential,” “would” and “future” or similar expressions such as “look forward” are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release and are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance. Instead, they are based only on our current beliefs, expectations and assumptions regarding the future of our business, future plans and strategies, projections, anticipated events and trends, the economy, activities of regulators and future regulations and other future conditions. Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of our control. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results. Therefore, you should not rely on any of these forward-looking statements. These and other risks are described more fully in PMGC’s filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on March 28, 2025, and its other documents subsequently filed with or furnished to the SEC. Investors and security holders are urged to read these documents free of charge on the SEC’s web site at www.sec.gov. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date on which they were made. Except to the extent required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made.

    Investor Relations Contact:

    IR@pmgcholdings.com


    1North America Consumer Electronics Packaging Market Report – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2031 | Data Bridge Market Research

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  • MIL-OSI: Reliance Global Group Reduces Debt by 50%, Cutting Annual Debt Service by Over $1.8 Million

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LAKEWOOD, NJ, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Reliance Global Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: RELI) (“Reliance,” “we,” “us,” “our” or the “Company”) today announced that it has repaid approximately $5.55 million, or approximately 50% of its long term debt, a strategic action that reduces its leverage, strengthens its balance sheet, and enhances financial flexibility. The repayments were funded through proceeds from the recently announced asset sale of Fortman Insurance Services, a wholly owned subsidiary, which generated $5.0 million in cash for the Company, with the remainder coming from the release of cash collateral held in our restricted cash accounts. As a result, annual principal, interest and service fee payments are expected to decline from approximately $2.95 million to $1.1 million — a reduction of over $1.8 million, or 61%.

    “Reducing our debt by approximately 50% marks a transformative milestone for Reliance and is a direct result of the financial execution and operational improvements made across the business,” said Ezra Beyman, CEO of Reliance Global Group. “This achievement reflects the strength of our cash position and our commitment to long-term financial health. By lowering our annual debt service obligations by over $1.8 million, we are meaningfully enhancing our cash flow profile. These steps also create greater flexibility to support strategic initiatives, such as our planned acquisition of Spetner Associates (“Spetner”).”

    Joel Markovits, Chief Financial Officer of Reliance Global Group, added, “Deleveraging our balance sheet has been a long-term goal for the Company, and also partially executes on our strategy to fund the Spetner deal by enhancing our leverage ratio, which often is a key factor to investors and lenders. Our disciplined approach to managing cash flows, expenditures and capital allocation, reflects our fiscal responsibility and strategic focus on long-term value creation that will support exponential operational growth, wider margins, and greater returns to our investors and shareholders.”

    About Reliance Global Group, Inc.

    Reliance Global Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: RELI) is an InsurTech pioneer, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), and cloud-based technologies, to transform and improve efficiencies in the insurance agency/brokerage industry. The Company’s business-to-business InsurTech platform, RELI Exchange, provides independent insurance agencies an entire suite of business development tools, enabling them to effectively compete with large-scale national insurance agencies, whilst reducing back-office cost and burden. The Company’s business-to-consumer platform, 5minuteinsure.com, utilizes AI and data mining, to provide competitive online insurance quotes within minutes to everyday consumers seeking to purchase auto, home, and life insurance. In addition, the Company operates its own portfolio of select retail “brick and mortar” insurance agencies which are leaders and pioneers in their respective regions throughout the United States, offering a wide variety of insurance products. Further information about the Company can be found at https://www.relianceglobalgroup.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify these statements by terminology such as “may,” “should,” “could,” “would,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “estimate,” “continue,” “potential,” and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements in this press release include, without limitation, statements regarding:

    • Our expectations regarding the financial and operational benefits of our recent debt reduction, including enhanced cash flow, reduced debt service obligations, and improved financial flexibility;
    • Our belief that these improvements strengthen our ability to support strategic initiatives, including the planned acquisition of Spetner Associates, Inc.;
    • Our expectation that the Spetner acquisition will be completed on commercially reasonable terms and will meaningfully contribute to our cash flow and long-term value creation;
    • Our intention to continue leveraging our scalable InsurTech platform and streamlined capital structure to pursue margin expansion and operating leverage; and
    • Other statements relating to our future growth, financial performance, business strategy, and operational execution.

    These forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions, including that the Spetner acquisition will proceed as expected; projected cash flow benefits and operating synergies will materialize; integration risks will be effectively managed; and no material adverse changes will occur in market, economic, or regulatory conditions. There can be no assurance that these assumptions will prove accurate.

    Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated due to a variety of risks and uncertainties, including: delays or failure to complete the Spetner acquisition; challenges in realizing anticipated cost savings or cash flow improvements; unexpected integration issues; competitive pressures in the InsurTech and insurance agency markets; adverse economic or regulatory developments; and other factors described under “Risk Factors” in our Registration Statement on Form S-1 and our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    You are encouraged to carefully review our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, as amended, as well as other SEC filings, for a more complete discussion of these and other risks and uncertainties. Except as required by law, Reliance Global Group, Inc. undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

    Contact:
    Crescendo Communications, LLC
    Tel: +1 (212) 671-1020
    Email: RELI@crescendo-ir.com 

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  • MIL-OSI: BPM Partners’ Latest Performance Management Vendor Landscape Matrix Adds New Details, New Vendors, and Agentic AI Coverage

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    STAMFORD, Conn., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BPM Partners, the leading independent authority on business performance management (BPM), today announced the immediate availability of its new Performance Management Vendor Landscape Matrix (VLM) designed to provide an up-to-date view of vendors in the 2025 BPM/CPM/EPM market. This comprehensive document combines an industry expert’s assessment along with customer satisfaction ratings and pricing data. End user organizations can get a sample 2025-2026 report featuring two vendors of their choosing.

    Building on the BPM Pulse customer satisfaction ratings already included in the VLM, we have added aggregated, AI-generated customer commentary summaries. These will explain vendor ratings and the level of passion behind them. We also include platform graphics for each vendor to illustrate how the components of their offerings work together to deliver results. Our AI coverage now identifies point solutions, platform-wide capabilities, and the rollout of agentic AI assistants/agents.

    Vendors include Anaplan, Centage, deFacto Global, JustPerform from insightsoftware, Lumel, OneStream Software, Oracle, Pigment, Planful, Prophix, SAP, Unit4, Vena, Wolters Kluwer CCH® Tagetik, and XLerant. This year we also take a first look at Darwin Analytics and Una Software.

    “This impressive list of vendors reflects the state-of-the-art in performance management. These vendors leverage the latest technology to deliver robust, easy-to-use solutions,” said Craig Schiff, President and CEO of BPM Partners. “Regardless of your industry, company size, or location, you will find several excellent choices on this list.”

    The matrix objectively organizes vendors by market momentum (customer count/deal size) and customer success (overall satisfaction rating). The 2025-2026 VLM is a single report that presents the industry’s sole unified view of the solution choices available for budgeting and financial planning, financial consolidation and close, operational planning, financial reporting, AI and analytics.

    Key Elements of the 2025-2026 VLM:

    • Categories for Premier Leaders, Leaders, Key Competitors, and Challengers layered atop customer satisfaction-based rows and market momentum-based columns
    • NEW: Expanded 3-page vendor profiles
    • NEW: Vendor platform graphics
    • NEW: AI-generated summary of customer feedback
    • Charts comparing all vendors in a market segment for customer ratings and pricing
    • AI technology features by vendor with descriptions of their benefits
    • Operational planning and analysis checkbox grid with delivery approach and customer ratings
    • Advanced financial consolidation checkbox grid for disclosure management, close management, account reconciliation, trial balance, regulatory compliance, and more
    • Radar charts using 16 attributes to compare vendor ratings against the industry average
    • Recommendation rate metric with an enthusiasm measurement

    About BPM Partners
    BPM Partners is the leading independent authority on business performance management (BPM/CPM/EPM) and related business intelligence solutions and has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Management Consulting Firms. The company helps organizations address their budgeting, planning, financial consolidation, close and reporting, regulatory compliance, profitability optimization, key performance indicator (KPI) development, and operational performance challenges. Vendor-neutral experts guide companies through their BPM initiatives from start to finish while both reducing risk and minimizing costs. For further details, go to BPMPartners.com. Follow BPM Partners on X @BPMTeam and LinkedIn BPM Partners | LinkedIn.

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  • MIL-OSI: SUSE Modernizes Enterprise Virtualization for A Future-Proof Cloud Native Strategy

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LUXEMBOURG, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SUSE®, a global leader in innovative, open and secure enterprise-grade solutions, today announced the general availability of SUSE Virtualization 1.5 Prime to help enterprises optimize their virtualization strategies for a cloud native future.

    Today, enterprises require virtualization strategies that work in Kubernetes-native environments, without any vendor lock-in or disruptive upgrade paths. With an improved release lifecycle, more flexible patching and upgrades, and an ecosystem that supports production-grade storage integration, SUSE Virtualization 1.5 Prime is designed to be the foundation of the modern enterprise virtualization strategy.

    “Enterprises today want freedom of choice, predictability, and innovation—without being locked into restrictive platforms,” said Peter Smails, SVP and GM of Cloud Native at SUSE. “With SUSE Virtualization, we are delivering the trusted, open and futureproof virtualization solution customers are asking for.”

    SUSE Virtualization 1.5 Prime updates:

    • Arm®-based Chip Support: SUSE Virtualization now offers full production-ready support for 64-bit Arm architecture. Enterprises can run x86 and Arm workloads side-by-side, unlocking multi-architecture flexibility. This enables performance and energy efficiency benefits critical to AI/ML, telco, and edge computing use cases while lowering total cost of ownership.
    • Enterprise Lifecycle You Can Count On: A predictable 4-month release cadence aligned with Kubernetes upstream ensures consistent planning across DevOps teams. Upgrade flexibility allows users to leap from any patch version to the next minor release, with hotfixes rolled into every version—reducing rework and minimizing downtime.
    • Data Protection Assurance: SUSE Certified Data Protection for Virtualization for third-party backup, restore, and disaster recovery solutions for seamless integration and production readiness. This certification ensures compatibility with SUSE Virtualization APIs, supports snapshot orchestration, and verifies backup and restore performance through rigorous technical testing. Customers gain confidence knowing their data protection tools are tested for reliability, scale, and hybrid cloud use, while partners benefit from faster time to value and ongoing platform support. Explore the certification.
    • Certified Storage Ecosystem: SUSE supports all CSI-compatible storage appliances, offering seamless integration with third-party solutions. Customers can confidently use Dell, NetApp, HPE, Oracle, Portworx and more CSI drivers validation make it easier to run production workloads with existing infrastructure while meeting compliance and data protection needs.
    • Open Architecture, No Lock-In: Built on a 100% open source foundation, SUSE Virtualization includes transparent licensing, full API access, and no opaque software bundles—empowering organizations to stay in control of their stack.

    “The growing shift toward cloud-native requires virtualization solutions that are as flexible and dynamic as the workloads they support,” said Andrew Wafaa, Senior Director of Software Communities at Arm. “SUSE Virtualization on Arm will deliver greater choice, efficiency, and scalability for enterprise customers while reducing complexity and cost.”

    Child Rescue Coalition (CRC), a nonprofit dedicated to protecting children around the world, scales their mission-critical platform using SUSE Virtualization and Rancher Prime.

    “The tools provided by SUSE have truly revolutionized our daily work –our four-person team now works like a team of twenty-something. Automation is our task force multiplier,” said Roberto Machorro, Senior Software Developer at CRC.

    By leveraging SUSE Virtualization’s intuitive API and automation capabilities, CRC effortlessly manages hundreds of workloads, improving operational resilience and maximizing the impact of a lean team. SUSE Virtualization is a core component of the SUSE Rancher Prime platform and part of SUSE’s broader vision to provide secure, scalable, and flexible cloud-native infrastructure from core to edge.

    To learn more about SUSE Virtualization 1.5 Prime, please visit

    About SUSE
    SUSE is a global leader in innovative, reliable and secure enterprise open source solutions, including SUSE® Linux Suite, SUSE® Rancher Suite, SUSE® Edge Suite and SUSE® AI Suite. More than 60% of the Fortune 500 rely on SUSE to power their mission-critical workloads, enabling them to innovate everywhere – from the data center to the cloud, to the edge and beyond. SUSE puts the “open” back in open source, collaborating with partners and communities to give customers the agility to tackle innovation challenges today and the freedom to evolve their strategy and solutions tomorrow. For more information, visit www.suse.com.

    Media Contact
    Rachel Romoff
    rachel.romoff@suse.com
    +12102418284

    Sara Matheson
    sara.matheson@suse.com
    +44 7960 191229

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  • MIL-OSI: Fusion Fuel Green PLC Announces Reverse Share Split to Regain Compliance with Nasdaq’s Minimum Bid Price Rule

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    DUBLIN, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via IBN – Fusion Fuel Green PLC (Nasdaq: HTOO) (“Fusion Fuel” or the “Company”) today announced a 1-for-35 reverse share split (the “Reverse Share Split”) of the Company’s Class A Ordinary Shares by way of a share consolidation.

    The Company’s Class A Ordinary Shares will continue to trade on The Nasdaq Capital Market tier of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) under the symbol “HTOO” and will begin trading on a split-adjusted basis when the market opens on Monday, July 14, 2025. The new CUSIP number for the Company’s Class A Ordinary Shares following the Reverse Share Split will be G3R25D 209.

    The Reverse Share Split is intended to enable the Company to regain compliance with the minimum bid price requirement for continued listing on Nasdaq.

    The Reverse Share Split was approved by the board of directors of the Company (the “Board”) on June 25, 2025, immediately following the Annual General Meeting of the Company held on June 25, 2025 at 3:00 pm (Dublin time) (the “AGM”). At the AGM, the shareholders of the Company approved a resolution to consolidate the Company’s Class A Ordinary Shares (with a nominal value of $0.0001 per share) in the authorized but unissued and in the authorized and issued share capital of the Company, at a ratio to be determined by the Board, provided that such consolidation shall be effected at a ratio of not fewer than every 4 Class A Ordinary Shares and not more than every 40 Class A Ordinary Shares being consolidated into 1 Class A Ordinary Share, with the final ratio and timing of implementation of the consolidation to be determined by the Board. In addition, at the AGM, the shareholders approved a resolution, subject to and immediately following the implementation of the Reverse Share Split, to increase the Company’s authorized share capital by such amount as is necessary to ensure that, following the Reverse Share Split, the Company shall have 100,000,000 authorized Class A Ordinary Shares, each with a nominal value that will reflect the ratio applied by the Board in implementing the Reverse Share Split (the “Authorized Capital Increase”).

    Accordingly, as a result of the Reverse Share Split, every 35 of the issued and outstanding Class A Ordinary Shares of the Company as of the effective time of the Reverse Share Split will be consolidated into one Class A Ordinary Share. The number of issued and outstanding Class A Ordinary Shares will adjust from approximately 27,418,159 shares to approximately 783,376 shares (subject to adjustment due to the effect of rounding up fractional shares into whole shares). In addition, the Reverse Share Split will effect a reduction in the number of shares issuable pursuant to the Company’s equity awards, warrants, and convertible preferred shares outstanding as of the effective time of the Reverse Share Split with a corresponding increase in the exercise or conversion price per share. As a result of the Authorized Share Capital Increase, the number of authorized Class A Ordinary Shares will continue to be 100,000,000 shares. The nominal value of each of the Class A Ordinary Shares will be adjusted to $0.0035. The other terms of the Class A Ordinary Shares will not be affected.

    No fractional shares will be issued in connection with the Reverse Share Split. Fractional shares resulting from the Reverse Share Split will be rounded up to the nearest whole share. Continental Stock Transfer and Trust Company is acting as transfer and exchange agent for the Reverse Share Split. Registered shareholders are not required to take any action to receive post-Reverse Share Split shares. Shareholders who are holding their shares in electronic form at brokerage firms need not take any action as the effect of the Reverse Share Split will automatically be reflected in their brokerage accounts.

    Additional information about the Reverse Share Split can be found in the Company’s Report on Form 6-K furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on July 10, 2025, which is available free of charge at the SEC’s website, www.sec.gov, and on the Company’s website at https://www.fusion-fuel.eu/.

    About Fusion Fuel Green PLC

    Fusion Fuel Green PLC (NASDAQ: HTOO) is a growing energy company providing engineering, advisory, and fuel distribution solutions through its brands Al Shola Gas and BrightHy. The Company services clients across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors and is actively expanding into new verticals and geographies to support energy transition and infrastructure resilience.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which statements involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events or the Company’s future financial or operating performance. In some cases, you can identify these statements because they contain words such as “may,” “will,” “believes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “projects,” “intends,” “should,” “seeks,” “future,” “continue,” “plan,” “target,” “predict,” “potential,” or the negative of such terms, or other comparable terminology that concern the Company’s expectations, strategy, plans, or intentions. Forward-looking statements relating to expectations about future results or events are based upon information available to the Company as of today’s date and are not guarantees of the future performance of the Company, and actual results may vary materially from the results and expectations discussed. The Company’s expectations and beliefs regarding these matters may not materialize, and actual results in future periods are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected, including, without limitation, the risks and uncertainties described under Item 3. “Key Information – D. Risk Factors” and elsewhere in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC on May 9, 2025 (the “Annual Report”), and other filings with the SEC. Should any of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should the underlying assumptions about the Company’s business and the commercial markets in which the Company operates prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described as anticipated, estimated or expected in the Annual Report. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements concerning the Company or other matters and attributable to the Company or any person acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements above. The Company does not undertake any obligation to publicly update any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date hereof, except as required by law.

    Investor Relations Contact
    ir@fusion-fuel.eu
    www.fusion-fuel.eu

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  • MIL-OSI: BitMart Launches Beacon (BitMartGPT): A Revolutionary AI Trading Assistant for the Crypto Age

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Mahe, Seychelles, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BitMart, a global leader in digital asset trading, is proud to announce the launch of Beacon (BitMartGPT), a cutting-edge AI-powered trading assistant designed to transform the way users navigate and succeed in the complex world of crypto trading.

    Beacon: Your AI Crypto Assistant

    Like a lighthouse guiding ships through stormy seas, Beacon illuminates a clear path through volatile market conditions, offering institutional-grade insights and real-time support to crypto traders of all experience levels.

    Beacon is built on advanced AI infrastructure, enabling it to deliver fast, precise, and actionable insights.

    Expanded Features and Capabilities

    At launch, Beacon offers a powerful suite of tools aimed at providing clarity, speed, and strategic foresight to BitMart users:

    • Real-Time Market Intelligence via X Insights:
      Beacon integrates BitMart’s proprietary X Insights platform to analyze social sentiment and influencer commentary in real time. This enables users to anticipate market moves and understand shifting narratives within the crypto ecosystem.
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  • MIL-OSI: Byrna Technologies Reports Fiscal Second Quarter 2025 Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    ANDOVER, Mass., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Byrna Technologies Inc. (“Byrna” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: BYRN), a personal defense technology company specializing in the development, manufacture, and sale of innovative less-lethal personal security solutions, today reported select financial results for its fiscal second quarter ended May 31, 2025.

    Fiscal Second Quarter 2025 and Recent Operational Highlights

    • Launched the Byrna Compact Launcher (CL), a 38% smaller launcher than the flagship Byrna SD that delivers the same force per square inch as the Byrna LE. The CL is now available for purchase on Amazon and is featured in Amazon’s Prime Day sales event from July 8-11, 2025.
    • Expanded Byrna’s store-within-a-store concept with Sportsman’s Warehouse, now operating in 12 stores with an additional 10 stores expected to open in the third quarter.
    • Successfully ramping company-owned retail locations launched earlier this year. Byrna’s five locations combined averaged $69,000 in sales during May. Notably, the Scottsdale location reached a sales run rate comparable to Byrna’s long-established Las Vegas store within just a few months of opening.
    • Added Tucker Carlson to the roster of celebrity influencers to amplify brand awareness and promote the normalization of less-lethal solutions.

    Fiscal Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results
    Results compare the fiscal second quarter ended May 31, 2025 (“Q2 2025”) to the fiscal second quarter ended May 31, 2024 (“Q2 2024”) unless otherwise indicated.

    Net revenue for Q2 2025 grew 41% year-over-year to $28.5 million from $20.3 million in Q2 2024. The strong year-over-year growth was primarily attributable to the launch of the CL, increased dealer sales, and broader brand adoption.

    Gross profit for Q2 2025 increased to $17.6 million (62% of net revenue) from $12.6 million (62% of net revenue) in Q2 2024, reflecting the strong increase in sales. The introduction of the CL contributed to a favorable product sales mix that offset any decrease due to a change in channel mix which resulted in stronger dealer sales.

    Operating expenses for Q2 2025 were $14.2 million, compared to $10.6 million for Q2 2024. The increase was primarily due to higher variable selling expenses, payroll costs, and increased discretionary marketing spend.

    Net income for Q2 2025 was $2.4 million, an increase from $2.1 million for Q2 2024, driven by an overall increase in product sales which was partially offset with higher income tax expense for the quarter.

    Adjusted EBITDA1, a non-GAAP metric reconciled below, for Q2 2025 totaled $4.3 million, compared to $2.8 million in Q2 2024.

    Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities at May 31, 2025 totaled $13.0 million compared to $25.7 million at November 30, 2024. The decrease reflects the planned increase in inventory ahead of the Compact Launcher release and normal seasonal working capital movements. Inventory at May 31, 2025 totaled $32.3 million, compared to $20.0 million at November 30, 2024. The Company has no current or long-term debt.

    Management Commentary
    Byrna CEO Bryan Ganz stated: “The launch of the Byrna CL in May helped us deliver a record $28.5 million in revenue for the second quarter. Despite overall softness in consumer spending, our focused marketing and retail expansion strategies allowed us to continue growing our total addressable market and reach new milestones. Looking ahead, we expect that the CL will be a larger part of our sales mix, especially now that it is available to customers on Amazon.

    “Our dealer channel is also becoming a larger percentage of total sales, increasing 106% in the second quarter, supported by our partnership with Sportsman’s Warehouse. We’ve successfully rolled out the first 12 store-within-a-store locations and plan to add another 10 stores in the third quarter in addition to 38 stores with a point of sale display.

    “Our company-owned stores continue to outperform expectations, with five locations collectively averaging $69,000 in sales during May. Our Scottsdale location, which has only been open for a few months, is already performing at levels similar to our longstanding retail store in Las Vegas. We believe our company-owned stores will continue to perform well and become strong contributors as we further increase local and national brand awareness.

    “On the marketing front, we continue to diversify our approach. We recently added Tucker Carlson to our roster of celebrity influencers, and while it is still early, initial web traffic trends have been encouraging. Additionally, we’ve begun integrating AI tools into our content production, which is already helping us accelerate creative testing and expand our marketing reach.

    “Operationally, we have adjusted production to align with current demand following the CL launch and elevated inventory build. Ahead of the CL debut, production was running heavy in an effort to prepare for the launch. We are now producing at a steady state pace of 15,000 units per month and have implemented a more efficient assembly structure that allows us to maintain output with a smaller, more agile workforce.

    “Looking ahead, we expect consumer sentiment to remain subdued, which may continue to limit near-term revenue upside. However, we are confident that the growing momentum of the CL and our expanding retail presence position us well to deliver strong year-over-year growth in the second half of the year. We also expect our cash position to increase as our heightened inventory levels normalize over the coming quarters. While the third quarter is typically a seasonally slower period for Byrna, we remain focused on executing against our operational priorities, expanding market awareness, and setting the stage for a strong finish to the year.”

    Conference Call
    The Company’s management will host a conference call today, July 10, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time (6:00 a.m. Pacific time) to discuss these results, followed by a question-and-answer period.

    Toll-Free Dial-In: 877-709-8150
    International Dial-In: +1 201-689-8354
    Confirmation: 13754369

    Please call the conference telephone number 5-10 minutes prior to the start time of the conference call. An operator will register your name and organization. If you have any difficulty connecting with the conference call, please contact Gateway Group at 949-574-3860.

    The conference call will be broadcast live and available for replay here and via the Investor Relations section of Byrna’s website.

    About Byrna Technologies Inc.
    Byrna is a technology company specializing in the development, manufacture, and sale of innovative less-lethal personal security solutions. For more information on the Company, please visit the corporate website here or the Company’s investor relations site here. The Company is the manufacturer of the Byrna® CL, Byrna® LE and Byrna® SD personal security devices, state-of-the-art handheld CO2 powered launchers designed to provide a less-lethal alternative to a firearm for the consumer, private security, and law enforcement markets. To purchase Byrna products, visit the Company’s e-commerce store.

    Forward-Looking Statements
    This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the securities laws. All statements contained in this news release, other than statements of current and historical fact, are forward-looking. Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as “plans,” “expects,” “intends,” “anticipates,” and “believes” and statements that certain actions, events or results “may,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “might,” “occur,” or “be achieved,” or “will be taken.” Forward-looking statements include descriptions of currently occurring matters which may continue in the future. Forward-looking statements in this news release include but are not limited to our statements related to our expected sales during the second half of fiscal year 2025, the expected expansion of Byrna’s store-within-a-store partnership with Sportsman’s Warehouse, expected sales trends for the Byrna CL, Byrna’s expectations regarding sales at its retail stores, benefits from new marketing partnerships, the expected benefits from AI integration with manufacturing and testing, the expected benefits from a leaner workforce, expectations regarding consumer sentiment and seasonal sales variations, and potential increases in our cash position. Forward-looking statements are not, and cannot be, a guarantee of future results or events. Forward-looking statements are based on, among other things, opinions, assumptions, estimates, and analyses that, while considered reasonable by the Company at the date the forward-looking information is provided, inherently are subject to significant risks, uncertainties, contingencies, and other factors that may cause actual results and events to be materially different from those expressed or implied.

    Any number of risk factors could affect our actual results and cause them to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements in this news release, including, but not limited to, disappointing market responses to current or future products or services; prolonged, new, or exacerbated disruption of our supply chain; the further or prolonged disruption of new product development; production or distribution disruption or delays in entry or penetration of sales channels due to inventory constraints, competitive factors, increased transportation costs or interruptions, including due to weather, flooding or fires; prototype, parts and material shortages, particularly of parts sourced from limited or sole source providers; determinations by third party controlled distribution channels, including Amazon, not to carry or reduce inventory of the Company’s products; determinations by advertisers or social media platforms, or legislation that prevents or limits marketing of some or all Byrna products; the loss of marketing partners; increases in marketing expenditure may not yield expected revenue increases; potential cancellations of existing or future orders including as a result of any fulfillment delays, introduction of competing products, negative publicity, or other factors; product design or manufacturing defects or recalls; litigation, enforcement proceedings or other regulatory or legal developments; changes in consumer or political sentiment affecting product demand; regulatory factors including the impact of commerce and trade laws and regulations and the implementation or change in tariffs; and future restrictions on the Company’s cash resources, increased costs and other events that could potentially reduce demand for the Company’s products or result in order cancellations. The order in which these factors appear should not be construed to indicate their relative importance or priority. We caution that these factors may not be exhaustive; accordingly, any forward-looking statements contained herein should not be relied upon as a prediction of actual results. Investors should carefully consider these and other relevant factors, including those risk factors in Part I, Item 1A, (“Risk Factors”) in the Company’s most recent Form 10-K and Part II, Item 1A (“Risk Factors”) in the Company’s most recent Form 10-Q, should understand it is impossible to predict or identify all such factors or risks, should not consider the foregoing list, or the risks identified in the Company’s SEC filings, to be a complete discussion of all potential risks or uncertainties, and should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, except as required by applicable law.

    Investor Contact:
    Tom Colton and Alec Wilson
    Gateway Group, Inc.
    949-574-3860
    BYRN@gateway-grp.com

    -Financial Tables to Follow-

    BYRNA TECHNOLOGIES INC.
    Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss)
    (Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
    (Unaudited)
                       
        For the Three Months Ended   For the Six Months Ended  
        May 31   May 31  
          2025       2024       2025       2024    
    Net revenue   $ 28,505     $ 20,269     $ 54,695     $ 36,923    
    Cost of goods sold     10,941       7,709       21,207       14,724    
    Gross profit     17,564       12,560       33,488       22,199    
    Operating expenses     14,238       10,647       28,466       20,450    
    INCOME FROM OPERATIONS     3,326       1,913       5,022       1,749    
    OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE)                  
    Foreign currency transaction loss     (135 )     (220 )     (215 )     (279 )  
    Interest income     116       323       303       604    
    Income from joint venture           62             20    
    Other income     18       2       17       3    
    INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES     3,325       2,080       5,127       2,097    
    Income tax expense     (898 )     (3 )     (1,038 )     (3 )  
    NET INCOME (LOSS)   $ 2,427     $ 2,077     $ 4,089     $ 2,094    
                       
    Foreign currency translation adjustment for the period     76       144       (54 )     29    
    Unrealized gain on marketable securities     17             77          
    COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)   $ 2,520     $ 2,221     $ 4,112     $ 2,123    
                       
    Basic net income (loss) per share   $ 0.11     $ 0.09     $ 0.18     $ 0.09    
    Diluted net income (loss) per share   $ 0.10     $ 0.09     $ 0.17     $ 0.09    
                       
    Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding – basic     22,668,546       22,728,500       22,628,270       22,383,769    
    Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding – diluted     23,951,297       23,731,076       24,021,948       22,942,530    
     
    BYRNA TECHNOLOGIES INC.
    Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
    (Amounts in thousands, except share and per share data)
               
        May 31   November 30,  
          2025       2024    
        Unaudited      
    ASSETS          
    CURRENT ASSETS          
    Cash and cash equivalents   $ 7,001     $ 16,829    
    Marketable Securities     5,984       8,904    
    Accounts receivable, net     6,536       2,630    
    Inventory, net     32,286       19,972    
    Prepaid expenses and other current assets     3,931       2,623    
    Total current assets     55,738       50,958    
    LONG TERM ASSETS          
    Deposits for equipment     1,981       2,665    
    Right-of-use-asset, net     2,262       2,452    
    Property and equipment, net     6,844       3,408    
    Intangible assets, net     3,215       3,337    
    Goodwill     2,258       2,258    
    Deferred tax asset     4,797       5,837    
    Other assets     355       1,007    
    TOTAL ASSETS   $ 77,450     $ 71,922    
               
    LIABILITIES          
    CURRENT LIABILITIES          
    Accounts payable and accrued liabilities   $ 14,377     $ 13,108    
    Operating lease liabilities, current     652       539    
    Deferred revenue, current     335       1,791    
    Total current liabilities     15,364       15,438    
    LONG TERM LIABILITIES          
    Deferred revenue, non-current     15       17    
    Operating lease liabilities, non-current     1,935       2,098    
    Total liabilities     17,314       17,553    
               
               
    STOCKHOLDERS‘ EQUITY          
    Preferred stock              
    Common stock     25       25    
    Additional paid-in capital     134,739       133,029    
    Treasury stock     (21,308 )     (21,253 )  
    Accumulated deficit     (52,694 )     (56,783 )  
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss     (626 )     (649 )  
               
    Total Stockholders’ Equity     60,136       54,369    
               
    TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY   $ 77,450     $ 71,922    
               

    Non-GAAP Financial Measures

    In addition to providing financial measurements based on generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (GAAP), we provide an additional financial metric that is not prepared in accordance with GAAP (non-GAAP) with presenting non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA. Management uses this non-GAAP financial measure, in addition to GAAP financial measures, to understand and compare operating results across accounting periods, for financial and operational decision making, for planning and forecasting purposes and to evaluate our financial performance. We believe that this non-GAAP financial measure helps us to identify underlying trends in our business that could otherwise be masked by the effect of certain expenses that we exclude in the calculations of the non-GAAP financial measure.

    Accordingly, we believe that this non-GAAP financial measure reflects our ongoing business in a manner that allows for meaningful comparisons and analysis of trends in the business and provides useful information to investors and others in understanding and evaluating our operating results, enhancing the overall understanding of our past performance and future prospects.

    This non-GAAP financial measure does not replace the presentation of our GAAP financial results and should only be used as a supplement to, not as a substitute for, our financial results presented in accordance with GAAP. There are limitations in the use of non-GAAP measures, because they do not include all the expenses that must be included under GAAP and because they involve the exercise of judgment concerning exclusions of items from the comparable non-GAAP financial measure. In addition, other companies may use other non-GAAP measures to evaluate their performance, or may calculate non-GAAP measures differently, all of which could reduce the usefulness of our non-GAAP financial measure as a tool for comparison.
             

    Adjusted EBITDA

    Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net (loss) income as reported in our condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive (loss) income excluding the impact of (I) depreciation and amortization; (ii) income tax provision (benefit); (iii) interest income (expense); (iv) stock-based compensation expense, (v) impairment loss, and (vi) one time, non-recurring other expenses or income. Our Adjusted EBITDA measure eliminates potential differences in performance caused by variations in capital structures (affecting finance costs), tax positions, the cost and age of tangible assets (affecting relative depreciation expense) and the extent to which intangible assets are identifiable (affecting relative amortization expense). We also exclude certain one-time and non-cash costs. Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to net (loss) income, the most directly comparable GAAP measure, is as follows (in thousands):

          For the Three Months Ended   For the Six Months Ended  
          May 31   May 31  
            2025       2024       2025       2024    
    Net Income (Loss)   $ 2,427     $ 2,077     $ 4,089     $ 2,094    
                         
    Adjustments:                  
      Interest income     (116 )     (323 )     (303 )     (604 )  
      Income tax expense     898       3       1,038       3    
      Depreciation and amortization     252       165       437       335    
    Non-GAAP EBITDA   $ 3,461     $ 1,922     $ 5,261     $ 1,828    
                         
    Stock-based compensation expense     723       858       1,562       1,796    
    Severance/Separation/Officer recruiting     116           246       175    
    Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA   $ 4,300     $ 2,780     $ 7,069     $ 3,799    
                         

    1 See non-GAAP financial measures at the end of this press release for a reconciliation and a discussion of non-GAAP financial measures.

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