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MIL-Evening Report: Trump has flagged 200% tariffs on Australian pharmaceuticals. What do we produce here, and what’s at risk?

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Joe Carrello, Research Fellow, The University of Melbourne

Tanya Dol/Shutterstock

US President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on Australia’s pharmaceutical exports to the United States has raised alarm among industry and government leaders.

There are fears that, if implemented, the tariffs could cost the Australian economy up to A$2.8 billion. That’s both in direct exports and as inputs to third countries that produce drugs also hit by tariffs.

The proposed tariffs come amid growing pressure from pharmaceutical lobby groups in the US for Trump to use trade negotiations as a tool to make changes to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) and raise Australian drug prices.

In response, Treasurer Jim Chalmers stated the government would not compromise the integrity of the PBS to do a deal with the Trump administration. Nationals Senator Bridget McKenzie also confirmed bipartisan support for the PBS.

Our largest export market for pharmaceuticals

The US is Australia’s biggest pharmaceutical export market, accounting for 38% of total Australian pharmaceutical exports and valued at $2.2 billion last year.

About 87% of exports to the US consist of blood plasma products, mainly from manufacturing giant CSL. These are used for transfusions in a range of medical and surgical situations.

In a submission to the US Commerce Department, which is reviewing the sector, CSL called for tariffs to be phased in over five years, and for an exemption for certain biotech equipment.

Trump floated proposed tariffs potentially as high as 200%. But he also said these would not be imposed for “about a year, a year and a half” to allow negotiations to take place.

If tariffs are eventually implemented, there are fears domestic manufacturing may suffer, with negative flow-on effects for Australian research and innovation in the sector.

How does the PBS work?

The PBS is an Australian government program aimed at providing affordable prescription medicines to Australians.

It helps reduce the cost of essential medications, ensuring access to treatments for a wide range of medical conditions. Medicines included on the PBS are subsidised by the government, with the patient making a capped co-payment. More than 900 medicines were listed on the scheme in 2023–24, costing the government $17.7 billion.

Decisions to list medications on the PBS are made by the health minister based on recommendations from the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee. The committee evaluates the clinical effectiveness, safety, cost-effectiveness (“value for money”) and estimated financial impact of new medications.

If approved, the PBS uses this information to negotiate directly with pharmaceutical companies, helping to keep prices affordable.

How does the US system compare?

This contrasts with the US system, which operates more under free-market principles. In the US, pharmaceuticals are subsidised through private health insurance or government programs such as Medicaid. Neither directly negotiates with pharmaceutical companies.

The fragmented nature of the US system enables pharmaceutical companies to maintain higher prices, as there is no central authority to enforce cost controls. Studies have shown that prices for pharmaceuticals in the US are, on average, 2.78 times those in 33 other countries.

In addition, in the US pharmaceutical companies are granted extensive patent protections. These provide exclusive rights to sell their drugs for a certain period.

This exclusivity often leads to monopolistic pricing practices, as generic competitors are barred from entering the market until the patent expires.

In Australia, patents also exist. But the PBS mitigates their impact by negotiating prices and promoting the use of cost-effective alternatives, such as generics, once they become available.

Industry lobbying

US pharmaceutical industry bodies have long criticised the PBS. They claim the scheme “undervalues new innovative medicines by setting prices based on older inferior medicines and generics, and through use of low and outdated monetary thresholds per year of life gained from clinically proven treatments”.

The slow process to list drugs on the PBS has also attracted criticism. The advisory committee meets only three times a year, with resources currently being stretched beyond capacity.

In response to these criticisms, the Australian government commissioned a review, which was completed in 2024. It provided 50 recommendations to ensure Australians can continue to access effective, safe and affordable medicines in an equitable and timely way.

The government has established an advisory group to work on implementing these recommendations. However, it is unclear whether proposed changes will appease the powerful US pharmaceutical industry.

I am responsible for evaluating new health technologies for consideration of government subsidy through the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) and Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS)

– ref. Trump has flagged 200% tariffs on Australian pharmaceuticals. What do we produce here, and what’s at risk? – https://theconversation.com/trump-has-flagged-200-tariffs-on-australian-pharmaceuticals-what-do-we-produce-here-and-whats-at-risk-260909

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July 11, 2025
MIL-Evening Report: Trump has flagged 200% tariffs on Australian pharmaceuticals. What do we produce here, and what’s at risk?

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Joe Carrello, Research Fellow, The University of Melbourne

Tanya Dol/Shutterstock

US President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on Australia’s pharmaceutical exports to the United States has raised alarm among industry and government leaders.

There are fears that, if implemented, the tariffs could cost the Australian economy up to A$2.8 billion. That’s both in direct exports and as inputs to third countries that produce drugs also hit by tariffs.

The proposed tariffs come amid growing pressure from pharmaceutical lobby groups in the US for Trump to use trade negotiations as a tool to make changes to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) and raise Australian drug prices.

In response, Treasurer Jim Chalmers stated the government would not compromise the integrity of the PBS to do a deal with the Trump administration. Nationals Senator Bridget McKenzie also confirmed bipartisan support for the PBS.

Our largest export market for pharmaceuticals

The US is Australia’s biggest pharmaceutical export market, accounting for 38% of total Australian pharmaceutical exports and valued at $2.2 billion last year.

About 87% of exports to the US consist of blood plasma products, mainly from manufacturing giant CSL. These are used for transfusions in a range of medical and surgical situations.

In a submission to the US Commerce Department, which is reviewing the sector, CSL called for tariffs to be phased in over five years, and for an exemption for certain biotech equipment.

Trump floated proposed tariffs potentially as high as 200%. But he also said these would not be imposed for “about a year, a year and a half” to allow negotiations to take place.

If tariffs are eventually implemented, there are fears domestic manufacturing may suffer, with negative flow-on effects for Australian research and innovation in the sector.

How does the PBS work?

The PBS is an Australian government program aimed at providing affordable prescription medicines to Australians.

It helps reduce the cost of essential medications, ensuring access to treatments for a wide range of medical conditions. Medicines included on the PBS are subsidised by the government, with the patient making a capped co-payment. More than 900 medicines were listed on the scheme in 2023–24, costing the government $17.7 billion.

Decisions to list medications on the PBS are made by the health minister based on recommendations from the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee. The committee evaluates the clinical effectiveness, safety, cost-effectiveness (“value for money”) and estimated financial impact of new medications.

If approved, the PBS uses this information to negotiate directly with pharmaceutical companies, helping to keep prices affordable.

How does the US system compare?

This contrasts with the US system, which operates more under free-market principles. In the US, pharmaceuticals are subsidised through private health insurance or government programs such as Medicaid. Neither directly negotiates with pharmaceutical companies.

The fragmented nature of the US system enables pharmaceutical companies to maintain higher prices, as there is no central authority to enforce cost controls. Studies have shown that prices for pharmaceuticals in the US are, on average, 2.78 times those in 33 other countries.

In addition, in the US pharmaceutical companies are granted extensive patent protections. These provide exclusive rights to sell their drugs for a certain period.

This exclusivity often leads to monopolistic pricing practices, as generic competitors are barred from entering the market until the patent expires.

In Australia, patents also exist. But the PBS mitigates their impact by negotiating prices and promoting the use of cost-effective alternatives, such as generics, once they become available.

Industry lobbying

US pharmaceutical industry bodies have long criticised the PBS. They claim the scheme “undervalues new innovative medicines by setting prices based on older inferior medicines and generics, and through use of low and outdated monetary thresholds per year of life gained from clinically proven treatments”.

The slow process to list drugs on the PBS has also attracted criticism. The advisory committee meets only three times a year, with resources currently being stretched beyond capacity.

In response to these criticisms, the Australian government commissioned a review, which was completed in 2024. It provided 50 recommendations to ensure Australians can continue to access effective, safe and affordable medicines in an equitable and timely way.

The government has established an advisory group to work on implementing these recommendations. However, it is unclear whether proposed changes will appease the powerful US pharmaceutical industry.

I am responsible for evaluating new health technologies for consideration of government subsidy through the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) and Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS)

– ref. Trump has flagged 200% tariffs on Australian pharmaceuticals. What do we produce here, and what’s at risk? – https://theconversation.com/trump-has-flagged-200-tariffs-on-australian-pharmaceuticals-what-do-we-produce-here-and-whats-at-risk-260909

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July 11, 2025
MIL-Evening Report: Albanese’s China mission – managing a complex relationship in a world of shifting alliances

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By James Laurenceson, Director and Professor, Australia-China Relations Institute (UTS:ACRI), University of Technology Sydney

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese leaves for China on Saturday, confident most Australians back the government’s handling of relations with our most important economic partner and the leading strategic power in Asia.

Albanese’s domestic critics have lambasted him for meeting Chinese leader Xi Jinping before United States President Donald Trump. They are also aggrieved at his refusal to label China a security threat.

But neither criticism really stacks up.

An Albanese-Trump meeting would have happened last month on the sidelines of a G7 gathering in Canada. It was Trump who left early, standing up more leaders than just Albanese.

Nor is Albanese the first Australian prime minister to meet a Chinese president before an American one. His predecessor Tony Abbott caught up with Xi a few weeks after coming to office in 2013, before he had a chance to meet President Barack Obama.

‘Friends, not foes’

Meanwhile, polling indicates just one in five Australians see the relationship with China first and foremost as “a threat to be confronted”. Rather, a clear two-thirds majority see it as “a complex relationship to be managed”.

Albanese is also regarded as more competent than his opposition counterpart in handling Australia’s foreign policy generally – and better at managing the China relationship specifically.

The prime minister’s Chinese hosts also have an incentive to ensure his visit is a successful one.

In the past fortnight, China’s ambassador in Canberra, Xiao Qian, has penned opinion pieces in two of Australia’s biggest media outlets, insisting Australia and China are “friends, not foes” and touting the “comprehensive turnaround” in bilateral ties since Labor won government in May 2022.

Beijing and Washington view each other as their geopolitical priority. Beijing can make it harder for Washington to enlist security allies such as Canberra in this rivalry by maintaining its own strong and constructive bilateral ties with Australia.

And quite apart from the competition with the US, China relied on Australia last year as its fifth largest import source.

Plenty of complaints

None of this is to say Albanese’s visit will be easy, because Australia-China relations are rarely smooth.

Canberra continues to have many complaints about China’s international behaviour.

For example, Foreign Minister Penny Wong recently signed a joint statement with her counterparts in Washington, Tokyo and New Delhi expressing “serious concerns regarding dangerous and provocative actions” by China in the East and South China Seas, and the “abrupt constriction […] of key supply chains”.

Wong has also said the government remains “appalled” by the treatment of Australians imprisoned in China, including Dr Yang Jun, who is facing espionage charges he strongly denies.

Defence Minister Richard Marles has voiced Canberra’s alarm at Beijing’s “no limits agreement” with Moscow, and claimed China has

engaged in the biggest conventional military build-up since the end of the second world war.

However, this assessment is contested by independent Australian analysts.

Beijing also has plenty of complaints. They include Canberra’s ongoing pursuit of closer military cooperation with the US and UK through the AUKUS pact.

There is also the commitment to forcing the sale of the lease to operate the Port of Darwin that is currently held by a Chinese company.

Reliable trading partner

Albanese has already made clear his visit to China will have a strong economic focus.

While grappling with security challenges, any Australian government, Labor or Coalition, must face the reality that last year, local companies sold more to China – worth A$196 billion – than our next four largest markets combined.

China is also, by far, Australia’s biggest supplier, putting downward pressure on the cost of living.

Research produced by Curtin University, commissioned by the Australia-China Business Council, finds trade with China increases disposable income of the average Australian household by $2,600, or 4.6% per person.

In an ideal world, Australia would have a more diversified trading mix.

But again, any Australian government or business must grapple with the reality that obvious major alternative markets, like the US, are not only less interested in local goods and services, but are walking away from their past trade commitments.

Under the Australia-US Free Trade Agreement signed two decades ago, Australian exporters selling to the US faced an average tariff of just 0.1%. But nowadays Washington applies a baseline tariff of 10% on most Australian imports.

Meanwhile, owing to the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement struck in 2015, Beijing applies an average tariff of just 1.1%.

No wonder more Australians now say China is a more reliable trading partner than the US.

This also explains Alabese’s response when he was asked in April if he would support Trump’s trade war against China:

It would be extraordinary if the Australian response was “thank you” and we will help to further hurt our economy

Likewise, Trade Minister Don Farrell is adamant Australia’s interests will determine the Albanese government’s choices, not “what the Americans may or may not want”.

We don’t want to do less business with China, we want to do more business with China.

Deeper trade ties with Asia, including China, are not just about making a buck. Wong has stressed the national security implications of a strong economic relationship:

[It is] an investment in our security. Stability and prosperity are mutually reinforcing.

All of this means Albanese’s six-day visit to China is shaping up to be time well spent.

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

– ref. Albanese’s China mission – managing a complex relationship in a world of shifting alliances – https://theconversation.com/albaneses-china-mission-managing-a-complex-relationship-in-a-world-of-shifting-alliances-260404

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Canada: Tribunal Issues Determination of Reasonable Indication of Injury—Steel Strapping from China, South Korea, Türkiye and Vietnam

Source: Government of Canada News (2)

Ottawa, Ontario, July 10, 2025—The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today determined that there is a reasonable indication that the dumping of steel strapping from China, South Korea, Türkiye and Vietnam, and subsidizing of steel strapping from China have caused injury or are threatening to cause injury to the domestic industry.

The Tribunal’s inquiry was conducted pursuant to the Special Import Measures Act as a result of the initiation of dumping and subsidizing investigations by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). The CBSA will continue its investigations and, by August 8, 2025, will issue preliminary determinations.

The Tribunal is an independent quasi-judicial body that reports to Parliament through the Minister of Finance. It hears cases on dumped and subsidized imports, safeguard complaints, complaints about federal government procurement and appeals of customs and excise tax rulings. When requested by the federal government, the Tribunal also provides advice on other economic, trade and tariff matters.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Banking: Comments on Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 10(a) Program Implementation

Source: Independent Petroleum Association of America

Headline: Comments on Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 10(a) Program Implementation

Jul 9, 2025 Comments on Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 10(a) Program Implementation

The American Petroleum Institute (“API”), the American Exploration and Production Council (“AXPC”), the Independent Petroleum Association of America (“IPAA”), GPA Midstream Association, Marcellus Shale Coalition, the North Dakota Petroleum Council (“NDPC”), the Petroleum Alliance of Oklahoma, the Texas Oil and Gas Association (“TXOGA”), and Utah Petroleum Alliance (“UPA”) (collectively, the “Associations”) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments in response to the Fish and Wildlife Service’s (“FWS” or “the Service”) request for information (“RFI”) issued on June 9, 2025. This RFI sought feedback on improvements to the development and implementation of survival permits associated with Conservation Benefit Agreements (CBAs) and Incidental Take Permits (ITPs) associated with Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs) under Section 10(a) of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We appreciate the Trump Administration’s desire to achieve a meaningful reduction in regulatory burdens while continuing to meet statutory obligations, advance American energy independence, and ensure the responsible stewardship of the nation’s public lands and resources. …

Voluntary conservation agreements such as HCPs and CBAs are helpful mechanisms to minimize impacts to species and habitat and contribute to overall species conservation goals, while avoiding unwarranted access restrictions that could obstruct national energy security objectives. A significant value of these plans lies in their ability to streamline or even proactively preempt the often-lengthy Incidental Take Permit process, a benefit that works both in favor of industry and the Service. Though not applicable in all situations and for all species, the Associations’ members already successfully leverage various CBAs and HCPs for species such as the Dunes Sagebrush Lizard, the Lesser Prairie Chicken, the Texas Hornshell Mussel, and the Monarch Butterfly. Critical learnings from these initiatives can be applied to future conservation plans, as per the suggestions delivered below. …

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI: Annual General Meeting 2025 minutes
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

Oslo, 10 July 2025

The Annual General Meeting of Interoil Exploration and Production ASA was held in Oslo on 10 July 2025. The minutes from the meeting are attached.

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

Please direct any further questions to: ir@interoil.no

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Interoil Exploration and Production ASA is a Norwegian based exploration and production company – listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange with focus on Latin America. The Company is operator and license holder of several production and exploration assets in Colombia and Argentina with headquarter in Oslo

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Tackling aviation contrails – E-001706/2025(ASW)
Source: European Parliament
The Commission has been actively supporting research efforts to better understand and address the impact of contrails on the climate for over 35 years.

It is indeed due to these EU and national efforts that we have the present level of understanding and global leadership in this domain. As we work towards implementing effective contrail avoidance practices, our current focus remains on tackling all aviation emissions in the most effective manner.

The Commission is currently working on fuel composition and exploring possible ways to improving jet fuel quality to reduce aromatics and sulphur levels lowering the amounts of non-CO₂-emissions stemming from fuel consumption.

Similarly, the ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation[1] and the increased adoption of specific types of sustainable aviation fuels are expected to contribute to the decrease of contrail formation that affect non-CO₂ climate impacts.

In addition, the climate impacts of non-CO₂ are already being monitored and reported following the entry into applicability of the Measurement Reporting and Verification framework as of 1 January 2025, as part of the EU Emissions Trading System Directive.

Financial opportunities for contrail avoidance and sustainable aviation are available through EU funding programmes[2]. For example, the ‘dynamic collaboration to generalize eco-friendly trajectories’ (CONCERTO)[3] aims to demonstrate that more environmental trajectories and climate mitigation measures can be implemented in the daily operations to reduce CO₂ and non-CO₂ emissions.

All the above EU research projects and many other national ones (e.g Climaviation[4] and LUFO[5]) are expected to ensure a rapid and holistic reduction of all non-CO₂ emissions (including contrails).

[1] https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2023/2405.

[2] For example Horizon Europe, PACIFIC, UNIC, E_CONTRAIL, BECOM, CICONIA, as well as the Single European Sky ATM Research 3 Joint Undertaking and the EU ETS Innovation Fund.

[3] https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101114785.

[4] https://climaviation.fr/en/research-focus/contrails/.

[5] https://www.bauhaus-luftfahrt.net/en/projects/project-airtime-reducing-co2-emissions-and-contrails-with-advanced-wing-technologies.
Last updated: 10 July 2025
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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Dutch and European business leaders share insights on “Financial Services and FinTech, Business and Professional Services” at annual NHKBA summer event (with photos)

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The Netherlands Hong Kong Business Association (NHKBA), with the support from the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Brussels, organised the annual summer event under the theme “Financial Services and FinTech, Business and Professional Services” on July 7 (Amsterdam time) in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The event gathered around 100 representatives from Dutch and European business leaders, and Hong Kong representatives to exchange insights on key sectors under the theme.

Speaking at the event, the Special Representative for Hong Kong Economic and Trade Affairs to the European Union, Ms Shirley Yung, highlighted the resilience of Hong Kong’s economy amid global challenges. She emphasised, “Under the ‘one country, two systems’ principle, Hong Kong has maintained a solid institutional foundation of the rule of law, independent judiciary, robust regulatory regime, a low and simple tax system, and free flow of people, goods, capital and information, and has remained a trusted gateway to Asia and a market for global capital.”

Ms Yung cited Hong Kong’s rankings in a number of recent surveys as one of the world’s top three international financial centres, among the top three in global competitiveness, the freest economy in the world, and home to five universities ranked in the world’s top 100.

She further underlined that financial services remain a pillar of Hong Kong’s economy. She remarked, “Our deep capital markets, efficient banking system, and strong legal and regulatory infrastructure provide an ecosystem in which businesses from around the world can thrive. We are also embracing the future through fintech innovation.”

Ms Yung also updated the audience on Hong Kong’s latest efforts to refine financial regulation to balance innovation with investor protection, including the recent completion of legislation on stablecoins. She also discussed Hong Kong’s leading role in green and sustainable bond issuance in Asia.

The NHKBA annual summer event concluded with networking sessions and engaging discussions on how Dutch and European enterprises can benefit from Hong Kong’s role as a “super connector” between Europe, Asia, and China. The evening culminated in a dinner reception, at which the Secretary for Justice, Mr Paul Lam, SC, spoke on Hong Kong’s distinctive advantages of enjoying strong support from the motherland while being closely connected to the world under the “one country, two systems” principle.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: EU Member States join programme supporting EU exports to Ukraine

Source: European Investment Bank

©Oleksandra Shliakhetska/ EIB

Ten EU Member States – Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia and Spain – have joined InvestEU’s Ukraine Export Credit Pilot, a guarantee facility backed by the European Investment Fund (EIF), part of the European Investment Bank Group. Three more countries are expected to join the programme soon.

Under the programme, national export credit agencies in each country each country will receive an EIF-backed guarantee for national exporters of goods and services to Ukraine. They are also eligible for support from InvestEU Advisory services.

The guarantees help reduce financial risks and keep exports flowing – from machinery and building materials to critical technologies – while also supporting Ukraine’s deeper integration into the EU single market and its longer-term path toward EU membership.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: EU expands support for Ukraine with new financing of almost €600 million for energy, transport and business resilience

Source: European Commission

European Commission Press release Brussels, 10 Jul 2025 The European Union is stepping up economic support for Ukraine with almost €600 million in fresh financing for energy systems, transport networks and businesses, a package of financing for Ukrainian SMEs, and Ukraine Export Credit Pilot.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI USA: Booker, Warren, DeLauro, Lawmakers Renew Push For FTC Action to Prevent Corporations From Using Trump’s Chaotic Tariffs as Cover to Price Gouge Americans

US Senate News:

Source: United States Senator for New Jersey Cory Booker
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), and U.S. Representative Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) led a letter to Andrew Ferguson, Chair of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), urging the agency to investigate tariff-enabled corporate price gouging which is raising costs for American families, and to use its full authority to prevent these unfair and deceptive corporate actions.
The lawmakers previously wrote to the FTC warning that large companies could take advantage of the Trump Administration’s chaotic tariff strategy to price gouge consumers. The letter noted that the on-again, off-again tariff confusion and uncertainty has created a cover for large corporations to raise prices on all goods, regardless of whether they are actually subject to new tariffs, and to increase prices above and beyond what is necessary to cover any additional costs. Chair Ferguson did not respond to the lawmakers’ letter and has yet to take discernible action to prevent tariff-related price gouging, despite his own warning that President Trump’s tariffs “should not be interpreted as a green light for price fixing or any other unlawful behavior.”
In June 2025, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York released new survey results showing that “a significant share” of companies raised prices of goods and services that are not subject to tariffs, confirming that businesses were indeed “taking advantage of an escalating pricing environment to increase prices.”
Anecdotes from the Federal Reserve illustrate that tariff-enabled price gouging is already a significant and legitimate concern:
A heavy construction equipment supplier “raised prices on goods unaffected by tariffs to enjoy the extra margin.”
A contact at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco “observed that price increases that had been implemented in anticipation of certain tariffs were not rolled back once those tariffs were removed.”
The President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland said she heard of firms “raising prices even though they aren’t affected by tariffs because competitors who do face higher import taxes are raising prices.”
“This Administration’s reckless approach is spiking costs for small businesses and creating opportunities for billion-dollar companies to grow their profits and take advantage of consumers,” wrote the lawmakers. “The FTC should be utilizing its full authority to prevent these unfair practices.”
The lawmakers concluded the letter by urging the FTC to use its 6(b) authority to investigate any tariff-enabled price gouging and to issue a report on its findings.
The letter is cosigned by U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), and Jacky Rosen (D-NV), and U.S. Representatives Becca Balint (D-VT), Chris Deluzio (D-PA), John Garamendi (D-CA), Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), James P. McGovern (D-MA), Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), and Mark Pocan (D-WI).
To read the full text of the letter, click here.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Submissions: Gene-edited pigs may soon enter the Canadian market, but questions about their impact remain

Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Gwendolyn Blue, Professor, University of Calgary

The Canadian government is currently considering approving the entry of gene-edited pigs into the food system.

Using CRISPR gene-editing technology, genetic changes can be created precisely and efficiently without introducing foreign genetic material. If approved, these pigs would be the first gene-edited food animals available for sale in Canadian markets. My research examines how including the public in decision-making around emerging applications of genomics can help mitigate potential harms.

These pigs are resistant to porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS), a horrible and sometimes fatal disease that affects pigs worldwide. PRRS has significant economic, food security and animal welfare implications.

Read more:
What is gene editing and how could it shape our future?

The United States Food and Drug Administration recently greenlit the commercial production of gene-edited pigs. Will the Canadian government follow suit?

AquAdvantage and EnviroPig

In 2016, Canada approved the first transgenic animal for human consumption — an Atlantic salmon called AquAdvantage salmon that contains DNA from other species of fish.

This approval came more than 25 years after the genetically modified fish was created by scientists at Memorial University in Newfoundland. The approval and commercialization of AquAdvantage salmon faced strong public opposition on both sides of the border, including protests, supermarket boycotts and court battles. In 2024, the company that produced AquAdvantage salmon announced that it was shutting down its operations.

Read more:
The science and politics of genetically engineered salmon: 5 questions answered

In 2012, the Canadian government approved the manufacture of a transgenic pig known by its trade name, EnviroPig. Created by scientists at the University of Guelph, EnviroPigs released less phosphorus than conventionally bred pigs.

EnviroPig did not make it to market; the same year, the University of Guelph ended the EnviroPig project. Funding for the project had been suspended, in part because of consumer concerns.

Government regulation

Some researchers argue that government regulation of gene-edited animals should be less restrictive than for transgenic techniques. Gene editing introduces genetic changes that can occur with conventional animal breeding that is not subject to regulation. Gene-edited crops in Canada are treated the same as conventionally bred crops.

Others insist that stringent government regulation is necessary for gene editing to identify potential problems and ensure that laws keep up with industry and scientific ambition. Regulation plays a vital role in minimizing risk, encouraging public involvement and building trust.

Social science research has, for decades, demonstrated that resistance to biotechnology is not because of the public’s lack of knowledge, as is often argued by biotechnology proponents. Public resistance to biotechnology is better understood as a rejection of potential harms imposed by governments and industry without public input and consent.

Ethical, moral, cultural and political concerns

At present, little opportunity exists for public engagement in Canadian assessments of gene-edited animals.

Similar to the U.S., Canada does not have specific gene technology regulation. Rather, the federal government relies on pre-existing environmental and food safety legislation. Canadian regulatory agencies use a risk, novelty and product-based approach to assess animal biotechnology. From a regulatory standpoint, distinctions between technical processes — like transgenic modification versus gene editing — are less important than the safety of the final product.

The Canadian government has recently updated its federal environmental and health regulations. This includes introducing mandatory public consultations for animals (vertebrates, specifically) created using biotechnology.

Even with these changes, there’s still room for improvement. Public engagement is limited to consultations conducted within a short time frame. Interested parties are invited to provide scientific information about potential risks of animal biotechnology to human health or the environment, but comments that address ethical, moral, cultural or political concerns are not taken into consideration.

More broadly, regulatory and academic debates about the gene editing of animals are largely informed by scientists and industry proponents with considerably less input from the public, Indigenous communities and social sciences and humanities researchers.

Consulting the public

From a social standpoint, the process by which gene editing is assessed matters as much as the safety of the final product. Inclusive public engagement is essential to ensure that the production of gene-edited food animals aligns with societal needs and values.

Reactions to gene technologies are based on underlying values and beliefs, and sustained opportunities for public reflection and deliberation are vital for responsible innovation.

Important questions should be addressed: Who will reap the benefits of gene-editing techniques? Who will bear the costs and harms? What are the potential implications, including hard-to-anticipate social and political changes? How should decision-making proceed to ensure that Canadians have sufficient opportunities for input?

Currently, for the gene-edited pigs, members of the public can submit comments to the government until July 20, 2025.

Public reactions to previous biotech food animals in Canada — including AquAdvantage salmon and the EnviroPig — show that lack of inclusive engagement can contribute to the rejection of animal biotechnology.

Gwendolyn Blue receives funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council. She is a member of Gene Editing for Food Security and Environmental Sustainability, a multi-university consortium based at McGill University, and funded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada.

– ref. Gene-edited pigs may soon enter the Canadian market, but questions about their impact remain – https://theconversation.com/gene-edited-pigs-may-soon-enter-the-canadian-market-but-questions-about-their-impact-remain-260627

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI: JA Mining Expands Global Reach with Eco-Friendly, Hands-Free Cloud Mining Platform
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

LONDON, UK, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a world where digital assets continue to gain mainstream traction, JA Mining is redefining how individuals and institutions engage with cryptocurrency mining. By combining clean energy, automation, and an easy-to-use interface, JA Mining offers a forward-thinking alternative to traditional crypto mining and speculative trading.

Built for global accessibility, JA Mining allows users to participate in cryptocurrency mining without hardware ownership, technical setup, or ongoing maintenance. With thousands of users joining monthly, the platform is quickly becoming a trusted solution for anyone seeking a secure, transparent, and environmentally conscious entry point into the crypto ecosystem.

A Green Future for Crypto Mining

What sets JA Mining apart is its commitment to sustainability. The platform’s operations are powered by solar and wind energy facilities across Europe, North America, and Asia. By reducing dependency on fossil fuels, JA Mining not only lowers its carbon footprint but also aligns with growing demand from ESG-conscious investors seeking ethical and scalable digital income models.

“We believe cryptocurrency mining should be both profitable and responsible,” said a JA Mining spokesperson. “Our mission is to create a mining experience that respects the environment while remaining accessible to all.”

Technology-Driven, User-Centered

JA Mining is designed to work for everyone—from curious beginners to advanced investors. Key features include:
- One-click mining activation
- Intuitive, mobile-friendly dashboard
- Automated backend infrastructure management
- Energy optimization handled fully by JA’s clean-powered data centers
- Global access and multilingual support
Users can monitor performance, manage accounts, and access support—all through a clean, simplified interface that removes the learning curve often associated with mining.

Security and Certification

Headquartered in the UK, JA Mining operates under UK-certified regulatory standards and deploys enterprise-grade encryption to ensure user data and asset protection. The platform is continuously monitored and upgraded to maintain peak uptime and reliability across its mining infrastructure.

Shifting From Trading to Mining

As volatility and market fatigue increase among speculative crypto traders, JA Mining’s steady and transparent model is attracting a new wave of interest. Retail users and institutional partners alike are turning to cloud mining as a more predictable, hands-off income path in the digital economy. JA Mining’s growing adoption reflects a broader shift toward platforms that offer stable, ESG-compliant alternatives to high-risk strategies.

About JA Mining

JA Mining is a leading UK-certified cloud mining platform dedicated to delivering accessible, green, and secure crypto mining services. With global operations powered by renewable energy and automated systems, the company empowers users to participate in digital asset mining without complexity, while aligning with ethical and environmental priorities.

To learn more, visit www.jamining.com

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Email: info@jamining.com
Phone: +44 7751696528
Website: www.jamining.com
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom

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Company Address:
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Disclaimer: This press release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, legal advice, or investment recommendations. Stock Trading involves risk and market volatility. Please research or consult a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions. Jamining.com and associated parties are not liable for any financial loss incurred.

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July 11, 2025

MIL-OSI: Siili Solutions Plc: Share Repurchase 10.7.2025

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

Siili Solutions Plc	Announcement 10.7.2025


Siili Solutions Plc: Share Repurchase 10.7.2025

In the Helsinki Stock Exchange

Trade date	10.7.2025
Bourse trade	Buy
Share	SIILI
Amount	1 100	Shares
Average price/ share	6,4600	EUR
Total cost	7 106,00	EUR


Siili Solutions Plc now holds a total of 27 428 shares
including the shares repurchased on 10.7.2025

The share buybacks are executed in compliance with Regulation
No. 596/2014 of the European Parliament and Council (MAR) Article 5
and the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052.

On behalf of Siili Solutions Plc

Nordea Bank Oyj

Sami Huttunen	Ilari Isomäki

Further information:
CFO Aleksi Kankainen
Email: aleksi.kankainen@siili.com
Tel. +358 50 584 2029

www.siili.com

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July 11, 2025

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Boost for British consumers and Developing Countries
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

Press release

Boost for British consumers and Developing Countries

Boost for British consumers and Developing Countries as UK launches new trade measures
New measures will make it easier for developing countries to trade, supporting jobs and economic growth in the UK overseas.

UK businesses and consumers to benefit from more competitively priced imports as part of upgrades to the Developing Countries Trading Scheme.

Part of the UK’s Plan for Change and recently launched Trade Strategy to grow trade with markets of the future, strengthen global partnerships and deliver for British households.

British consumers and businesses are set to benefit from a package of new trade measures unveiled today (10 July), which will simplify imports from developing countries — helping to lower prices on everyday goods while supporting jobs and growth in some of the world’s poorest nations.

The measures will give UK consumers greater access to competitively priced imports — from clothes to food and electronics — as upgrades to the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) make it easier for businesses to trade with the UK, helping to lower prices on the high street.

Upgrades include simplified rules of origin, enabling more goods from countries like Nigeria, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines to enter the UK tariff-free — even when using components from across Asia and Africa. They also ensure countries such as Bangladesh and Cambodia continue to benefit with zero tariffs on products like garments and electronics.

This will open up new commercial opportunities for UK businesses to build resilient supply chains, invest in emerging markets, and tap into fast-growing economies.

Ministers briefed British business leaders and Ambassadors from around the world on the changes at a joint Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) reception in London today.

Minister for International Development Jenny Chapman, said:

The world is changing. Countries in the Global South want a different relationship with the UK as a trading partner and investor, not as a donor.

These new rules will make it easier for developing countries to trade more closely with the UK. This is good for their economies and for UK consumers and businesses.

Minister for Trade Policy Douglas Alexander, said:

No country has ever lifted itself out of poverty without trading with its neighbours.

Over recent decades trade has been an essential ingredient in lifting hundreds of millions of people out of poverty around the globe.

The DCTS allows some of the world’s poorest countries to export to the UK duty and quota-free, with over £16 billion in UK imports benefiting from tariff savings since its launch in June 2023.

In addition to the DCTS changes, the UK will:

offer targeted support to help exporters in developing countries access the UK market and meet import standards; and

make it easier for partner countries to trade services — such as digital, legal, and financial services — by strengthening future trade agreements. This will create new opportunities for UK businesses to collaborate and invest in fast-growing sectors.

The reforms will support trade with emerging markets in Asia and Africa, strengthening the UK’s global partnerships, with major retailers such as M&S and Primark expected to benefit. 

Director of Sourcing, Marks & Spencer PLC, Monique Leeuwenburgh said:

We are supportive of changes to the DCTS rules of origin for garments.

The ongoing collaboration between the government and retail industry has provided clarity and certainty for businesses in good time.

This change will enable us to maintain our long-standing and trusted relationships with our key partners in Bangladesh, to deliver the same great quality Clothing & Home products at great value for our customers.

Interim Chief Executive at Primark, Eoin Tonge said:

We welcome the changes to the DCTS rules of origin for garments which remove the potential cliff edge when a country graduates from Least Developed Country status.

This will help us to maintain our existing supply chain strategy in our key sourcing markets in Asia, such as Bangladesh and Cambodia.

We welcome the opportunity to collaborate with the government on these changes and their responsiveness to the concerns of UK retailers in this very technical area of trade policy.

Adam Mansell, CEO, The UK Fashion & Textiles Association said said:

UKFT welcomes these additional changes to the Rules of Origin under the DCTS, which will bring real benefits to the fashion industry in the UK and in DCTS countries.

The new rules demonstrate a genuine commitment from the government to modernise trade policy to support global economic growth.

At a time of such uncertainty in international trade, these reforms are especially welcome.

Yohan Lawrence, Secretary General of the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF), Sri Lanka, said:

We warmly welcome the UK’s Trade Strategy.

The new rules allowing greater regional sourcing for garments while retaining duty-free access to the UK are a game-changer.

With the UK as our second-largest apparel market, this will boost exports, support livelihoods, and help us compete more fairly with global competitors.

The updated rules are part of the UK’s wider Trade for Development offer which aims to support economic growth in partner countries while helping UK businesses and consumers access high-quality, affordable goods.

And just last month, the UK’s Trade Strategy was published in further support of the Plan for Change to grow the economy, strengthen international ties, and deliver for households across the UK.

Notes to editors:

Launched in 2023, following the UK’s exit from the EU, the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) is the UK’s flagship trade preference scheme, covering 65 countries and offering reduced or zero tariffs on thousands of products.

The UK is committed to growing services trade with developing countries, supporting digital trade and professional services.

The announcement follows engagement with UK businesses and international partners, major importers and trade associations.

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MIL OSI United Kingdom –
July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: ‘Borderline negligent’ disrepair claim fails and £9k costs are passed for solicitor to pay
Source: City of York

Published Thursday, 10 July 2025

Council tenants are being reminded to report repairs to their landlord as a “no win, no fee” legal firm is ordered to pay court costs of £9,414.02 to the Council, following a failed legal case.
This case was brought by a ‘no win, no fee’ solicitor on behalf of a tenant who claimed their home had mould, damp and plaster defects. It was heard in York County Court and was dismissed by the District Judge who ordered the unsuccessful tenant to pay costs of £9,414.02.

During the trial on 21 May, the Judge described the case submitted by the solicitor as “borderline negligent”. The Council therefore made an application for costs to be paid by the solicitors themselves, rather than the tenant.

The solicitors were given 14 days in which to put forward reasons why they should not have to pay the costs themselves, which they did not dispute, and are therefore liable for these costs.

This follows other unsuccessful ‘no win, no fee’ cases which tenants and their solicitors have brought against the Council.

Councillor Michael Pavlovic, Executive Member for Housing, Planning and Safer Communities said:

We have an ongoing campaign advising tenants to tell us about any concerns with repairs so they can be put right. This is the third failed housing disrepair claim made by ‘no win, no fee’ solicitors resulting in tenants being ordered to pay many £1,000s in costs.

“Our repairs service, as evidenced in our recent Annual Housing Report, is steadily improving. We work hard to get repairs done quickly and efficiently and 82% of them are completed on a first visit, alongside our ongoing repairs, retrofit and modernisations programmes.

“We always invite tenants to talk to officers about any repairs needed, or about any delay or dissatisfaction with them so we can take prompt and effective action. These claims against the Council divert time and money from tenants’ homes.”

Any council tenant whose home needs a repair or has a problem with a repair, please call the Council first on 01904 551550 (option 4, option 1). Our team will ensure you get the right support.

Anyone unhappy about how we have responded to a request for a repair, or how we have carried out one, should please tell us first.

All concerns will be assessed and handled impartially. Find out more at www.york.gov.uk/4Cs or email: haveyoursay@york.gov.uk.

Any tenant approached by people touting for this work is urged to:

talk to your Housing Management Officer (HMO)

call the police if you feel scared or threatened

always ask to see identification (ID) and check it

call Trading Standards on 0808 223 1133 if these workers at the doorstep claim to be from the Council.
MIL OSI United Kingdom –
July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI: American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AREB) Announces American Rebel Light Beer Distribution Expansion: Rebel Light Launches in Mississippi with Clark Beverage Group, Inc.
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

“Rebel Light” rollout momentum continues and now includes Mississippi in partnership with Clark Beverage Group, bringing America’s Patriotic Beer to Mississippi tailgates, retailers, and proud Rebels everywhere

NASHVILLE, TN, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AREB), maker of America’s Patriotic, God-Fearing, Constitution-Loving, National Anthem-Singing, Stand Your Ground Beer, proudly announces its expansion into Mississippi as part of its ongoing national rollout of American Rebel Light Beer (americanrebelbeer.com). This marks the latest milestone in the company’s rapid growth, bringing the nation’s fastest-growing beer to yet another proud patriotic state.

American Rebel Beverage has partnered with a division of Clark Beverage Group, Inc. (ccclark.com) to bring Rebel Light to retailers, bars, and consumers across Mississippi. Clark Beverage Group, with over 120 years of family-operated excellence, is one of the largest and most respected independent beverage distributors in the Southeast. Founded in 1903 by Carsie C. Clark in Martin, Tennessee, the company has become a regional powerhouse, serving over 85 counties across five states. Their legacy of strong community values, operational excellence, and regional influence makes them a natural and strategic partner for American Rebel.

“We are thrilled to partner with Clark Beverage Group to bring American Rebel Light to Mississippi,” said Todd Porter, President of American Rebel Beverage. “Clark’s history, reputation, and footprint across the Southeast make them an ideal partner as we continue executing our strategic national expansion. Mississippi embodies the spirit of our brand: proud tradition, deep-rooted values, and patriotic pride.”

“Mississippi reflects everything our beer stands for – pride in tradition, strength of character, and love of country,” added Porter. “We’re honored to raise a toast with Mississippians and continue building a nationwide community of Rebels who know that real beer reflects real values.”

“I’m excited to bring American Rebel to the land of the Ole Miss Rebels – where pride runs deep, tradition lives loud, and freedom always finds a home,” said Andy Ross, CEO of American Rebel Holdings. “There’s nothing more American than raising a cold one that stands for what matters. It’s a cold can of conviction – America’s Patriotic, God Fearing, Constitution Loving, National Anthem Singing, Stand Your Ground Beer – brewed for those who don’t back down and won’t blend in.”

The Mississippi launch is strategically important to American Rebel. With its rich culture, loyal consumers, and strong beverage retail landscape, Mississippi offers the ideal platform to scale both brand recognition and sales. American Rebel Light will be available in 12 oz 12-packs and 16oz Tall Boys, supported by in-store displays, on-premise promotions, and sponsorships that align with both the brand’s patriotic identity and Mississippi’s unique character.

American Rebel Light is a Premium Domestic Light Lager: crisp, clean, and bold with a lighter feel. With approximately 100 calories, 3.2g carbs, and 4.3% ABV per 12oz serving, it is brewed with all-natural ingredients and no added corn, rice, or sweeteners often found in mass-market beers.

This Mississippi launch adds to the fast-growing footprint of American Rebel Light, which has expanded rapidly since its debut in September 2024. The brand is already available in Tennessee, Kentucky, North Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio, Missouri, Iowa, Connecticut, Virginia, and Kansas. With new states onboarding monthly, American Rebel is quickly becoming America’s next great company in the beer and beverage industry.

About American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AREB)

American Rebel began as a designer and marketer of branded safes and personal security products and has since grown into a diversified patriotic lifestyle company with offerings in beer, branded safes, apparel, and accessories. With the introduction of American Rebel Light Beer, the company is now making waves in the beverage space. Learn more at americanrebel.com/investor-relations.

Watch the American Rebel Story as told by our CEO Andy Ross visit The American Rebel Story

About American Rebel Light Beer

American Rebel Light is more than just a beer – it’s a celebration of freedom, passion, and quality. Brewed with care and precision, our light beer delivers a refreshing taste that’s perfect for every occasion.

Since its launch in September 2024, American Rebel Light Beer has rolled out in Tennessee, Connecticut, Kansas, Kentucky, Ohio, Iowa, Missouri, North Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Virginia and now Mississippi. For more information about the launch events and the availability of American Rebel Beer, please visit americanrebelbeer.com or follow us on our social media platforms (@americanrebelbeer).

American Rebel Light is a Premium Domestic Light Lager Beer – All Natural, Crisp, Clean and Bold Taste with a Lighter Feel. With approximately 100 calories, 3.2 carbohydrates, and 4.3% alcoholic content per 12 oz serving, American Rebel Light Beer delivers a lighter option for those who love great beer but prefer a more balanced lifestyle. It’s all natural with no added supplements and importantly does not use corn, rice, or other sweeteners typically found in mass produced beers.

For more information about American Rebel Light Beer follow us on social media @AmericanRebelBeer.

Media Inquiries:
Matt Sheldon
Matt@Precisionpr.co
917-280-7329

Distribution Opportunities:
Todd Porter
President, American Rebel Beverage
tporter@americanrebelbeer.com

Investor Relations:
ir@americanrebelbeer.com

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AREB; AREBW) (the “Company,” “American Rebel,” “we,” “our” or “us”) desires to take advantage of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and is including this cautionary statement in connection with this safe harbor legislation. The words “forecasts,” “believe,” “may,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “should,” “plan,” “could,” “target,” “potential,” “is likely,” “expect” and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements.

We have based these forward-looking statements primarily on our current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that we believe may affect our financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, and financial needs. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements include benefits of our continued sponsorship of high profile events, success and availability of the promotional activities, our ability to effectively execute our business plan, and the Risk Factors contained within our filings with the SEC, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended March 31, 2025.

Any forward-looking statement made by us herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

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The MIL Network –
July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI: Bitget Annual Trading Competition KCGI Launches With $6 Million Prize Pool
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

VICTORIA, Seychelles, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the world’s leading crypto exchange and Web3 company, has officially opened registration for KCGI 2025, the most anticipated trading competition of the year, featuring a massive 6 million USDT prize pool, brand-new segments, and early-bird rewards that make joining early a winning move.

From team battles to bot duels, KCGI 2025 isn’t just a tournament — it’s a spectacle. This year’s edition takes competition to the next level with enhanced challenge modes, region-based leaderboards, and incentives for everyone from strategic captains to high-velocity newcomers. Whether you’re a pro with a polished strategy or a rookie with something to prove, the game is on. There is a spot with your name on it.

“Every year during KCGI we witness traders across the globe strategize, synchronize and innovate,” said Gracy Chen, CEO at Bitget. “There’s a lot of community and teamwork involved, KCGI is our way of showing gratitude to our top traders. That said, we’re excited to kick off this year’s competition with 6 million USDT up for grabs and a range of dynamic challenges ahead. We’re inviting our community to lead, win, and shape the future of trading.”

6 Million USDT Promotion Pool

This year’s 6 million USDT promotion pool is packed with surprises. Top-performing participants may unlock VIP experiences with Bitget partners. Those partners include LALIGA matchday access, MotoGP circuit passes, and other premium rewards that go beyond the charts. It’s not just about who trades best. It’s also about who dares to play big, lead boldly, and win in style.

KCGI 2025 introduces four high-stakes categories:
- Team Battle – Form alliances, build your squad, and rise through the ranks together.
- Copy Trading Showdown – Let your strategy do the talking, or ride with the best.
- Bot Trading Competition – Code it. Launch it. Dominate the charts.
- On-chain Arena – The ultimate test of decentralized skill and chain-savvy moves.
Early registrants unlock exclusive perks like trading bonuses, entry into mystery prize draws, and first dibs on team captaincy slots. Participants from over 100 countries are expected to join. Thus, it has not only become the largest KCGI yet but also the most global, collaborative, and competitive.

The official Team Battle segment begins July 24, but the smart money moves early. Traders who register now not only secure their seat, but they also set the tone for the event.

Get in early. Build your team. Shape the leaderboard.

KCGI 2025: This isn’t just trading, it’s a full-on battle with rewards.

About Bitget

Established in 2018, Bitget is the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company. Serving over 120 million users in 150+ countries and regions, the Bitget exchange is committed to helping users trade smarter with its pioneering copy trading feature and other trading solutions, while offering real-time access to Bitcoin price, Ethereum price, and other cryptocurrency prices.

Formerly known as BitKeep, Bitget Wallet is a leading non-custodial crypto wallet supporting 130+ blockchains and millions of tokens. It offers multi-chain trading, staking, payments, and direct access to 20,000+ DApps, with advanced swaps and market insights built into a single platform.

Bitget is at the forefront of driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships, such as its role as the Official Crypto Partner of the World’s Top Football League, LALIGA, in EASTERN, SEA and LATAM markets, as well as a global partner of Turkish National athletes Buse Tosun Çavuşoğlu (Wrestling world champion), Samet Gümüş (Boxing gold medalist), and İlkin Aydın (Volleyball national team), to inspire the global community to embrace the future of cryptocurrency.

For more information, visit: Website | Twitter | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord | Bitget Wallet

For media inquiries, please contact: media@bitget.com

Risk Warning: Digital asset prices are subject to fluctuation and may experience significant volatility. Investors are advised to only allocate funds they can afford to lose. The value of any investment may be impacted, and there is a possibility that financial objectives may not be met, nor the principal investment recovered. Independent financial advice should always be sought, and personal financial experience and standing carefully considered. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Bitget accepts no liability for any potential losses incurred. Nothing contained herein should be construed as financial advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/c7165dcd-738c-44c1-a485-b90d3695b922

The MIL Network –
July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Africa: Benin: Launch of the third edition of the information and awareness campaign for women small-scale cross-border traders along the Abidjan – Lagos corridor

Source: APO

On Tuesday 8th of July 2025, the ECOWAS Commission, through its Department of Human Development and Social Affairs, in collaboration with the Department of Economic Affairs and Agriculture, officially launched the Cotonou stage of the third edition of the information and awareness-raising campaign for women small-scale cross-border traders along the Abidjan-Lagos corridor.

The aim of this initiative is to build on the achievements of previous events held on the Tema-Paga and Dakar-Banjul-Bissau corridors. The aim is to increase women traders’ knowledge of the legislation governing cross-border trade, existing Community initiatives and the tools developed for them, particularly in terms of border transparency and the fight against gender-based violence.

In Cotonou, the activities began with field visits, notably to the modern market and to an SME run by a woman entrepreneur specialising in the manufacture of cosmetic products distributed nationally and sub-regionally. A visit to the Sèmè-Kraké juxtaposed control post is also planned, with a view to reinforcing exchanges between the various players involved.

The official launch ceremony was held at the Golden Tulip hotel. It was co-chaired by Benin’s Ministries of Social Affairs and Microfinance, and of Industry and Trade. It was also attended by Her Excellency Professor Fatou Sow Sarr, ECOWAS Commissioner for Human Development and Social Affairs, and His Excellency Amadou DIONGUE, ECOWAS Resident Representative in Benin.

Other participants included the Deputy Secretary General of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Microfinance, the Director of the ECOWAS National Office in Benin, representatives of the Cotonou Chamber of Commerce, associations of small-scale cross-border traders, and technical and financial partners.

This third edition marks a major step forward in the ECOWAS’ commitment to the economic empowerment of women and to improving the fluidity of cross-border trade in the West African region.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI: BTCC Exchange Strengthens Position in Tokenized Futures Trading with Diverse Asset Offerings and Enhanced Tools
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

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

VILNIUS, Lithuania, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BTCC, the world’s longest-serving crypto exchange, has expanded its tokenized futures products with the addition of Pop Mart International Group Ltd. (POPMART) and WTI Crude Oil (USOIL), while integrating TradingView’s advanced technical analysis tools into its web platform.

Tokenized futures allow traders to gain exposure to traditional financial assets using cryptocurrency. BTCC now offers over 370 futures contracts, with new tokenized additions recording 1 million USDT in trading volume within their first week of launch in June 2025.

BTCC’s tokenized futures now span 49 traditional market assets across four main categories, with USDT as the trading currency:
- Stocks: Tesla, Apple, Microsoft (up to 50x leverage)
- Commodities: Gold, silver (up to 150x leverage)
- Forex: EUR, GBP (up to 200x leverage)
- Indices: S&P 500, Dow Jones (up to 50x leverage)
“We’ve been offering tokenized futures ahead of this trend, recognizing early how blockchain technology can revolutionize access to traditional markets,” said Alex Hung, Head of Operations at BTCC. “This product category seamlessly integrates traditional finance with DeFi, allowing easy access to diverse markets through a single crypto platform.”

Following the product expansion, BTCC has enhanced its web platform with TradingView’s advanced technical analysis tools:
- Drag-and-Drop TP/SL Setting: Set Take Profit and Stop Loss levels directly on charts.
- Split-screen functionality: Monitor multiple charts simultaneously with independent drawings.
- Fibonacci Bollinger Bands (FBB): Combines Fibonacci retracement levels with Bollinger Bands.
The tokenized futures market has seen growing interest as traders seek traditional asset exposure through crypto platforms. BTCC’s approach provides leveraged trading opportunities with the convenience of trading traditional assets using cryptocurrency.

The exchange plans to continue expanding its tokenized offerings throughout 2025, with new assets being added regularly to meet growing trader demand.

About BTCC Exchange

Founded in 2011, BTCC is one of the world’s longest-serving cryptocurrency exchanges, offering secure and user-friendly trading services to millions of users globally. With a commitment to security, innovation, and community building, BTCC continues to be a trusted platform in the evolving cryptocurrency landscape.

Official website: https://www.btcc.com/en-US

X: https://x.com/BTCCexchange

Contact: press@btcc.com

The MIL Network –
July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI: BTCC Exchange Strengthens Position in Tokenized Futures Trading with Diverse Asset Offerings and Enhanced Tools
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

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

VILNIUS, Lithuania, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BTCC, the world’s longest-serving crypto exchange, has expanded its tokenized futures products with the addition of Pop Mart International Group Ltd. (POPMART) and WTI Crude Oil (USOIL), while integrating TradingView’s advanced technical analysis tools into its web platform.

Tokenized futures allow traders to gain exposure to traditional financial assets using cryptocurrency. BTCC now offers over 370 futures contracts, with new tokenized additions recording 1 million USDT in trading volume within their first week of launch in June 2025.

BTCC’s tokenized futures now span 49 traditional market assets across four main categories, with USDT as the trading currency:
- Stocks: Tesla, Apple, Microsoft (up to 50x leverage)
- Commodities: Gold, silver (up to 150x leverage)
- Forex: EUR, GBP (up to 200x leverage)
- Indices: S&P 500, Dow Jones (up to 50x leverage)
“We’ve been offering tokenized futures ahead of this trend, recognizing early how blockchain technology can revolutionize access to traditional markets,” said Alex Hung, Head of Operations at BTCC. “This product category seamlessly integrates traditional finance with DeFi, allowing easy access to diverse markets through a single crypto platform.”

Following the product expansion, BTCC has enhanced its web platform with TradingView’s advanced technical analysis tools:
- Drag-and-Drop TP/SL Setting: Set Take Profit and Stop Loss levels directly on charts.
- Split-screen functionality: Monitor multiple charts simultaneously with independent drawings.
- Fibonacci Bollinger Bands (FBB): Combines Fibonacci retracement levels with Bollinger Bands.
The tokenized futures market has seen growing interest as traders seek traditional asset exposure through crypto platforms. BTCC’s approach provides leveraged trading opportunities with the convenience of trading traditional assets using cryptocurrency.

The exchange plans to continue expanding its tokenized offerings throughout 2025, with new assets being added regularly to meet growing trader demand.

About BTCC Exchange

Founded in 2011, BTCC is one of the world’s longest-serving cryptocurrency exchanges, offering secure and user-friendly trading services to millions of users globally. With a commitment to security, innovation, and community building, BTCC continues to be a trusted platform in the evolving cryptocurrency landscape.

Official website: https://www.btcc.com/en-US

X: https://x.com/BTCCexchange

Contact: press@btcc.com

The MIL Network –
July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI: MARA Appoints Nir Rikovitch as Chief Product Officer

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MARA, (NASDAQ: MARA) (“Company”), a leading digital energy and infrastructure company, today announced the appointment of Nir Rikovitch as Chief Product Officer (CPO), where he will lead MARA’s product strategy, commercializing the company’s breakthrough technology into market-ready products that deliver operational utility and efficiency.

Rikovitch joins MARA to build the company’s product discipline from the ground up, bridging engineering, strategy, and commercialization. In this role, he will focus on defining the roadmap for MARA’s products and engineering to deliver production-grade systems.

“Nir’s exceptional background in product leadership and autonomous technology development, where orchestration, efficiency, and reliability are paramount, makes him the ideal choice to drive MARA’s product vision forward,” said Fred Thiel, MARA’s chairman and CEO. “His proven ability to scale real-world technologies will be instrumental as we bring to market transformative solutions at the intersection of energy, AI, and compute.”

Rikovitch brings deep expertise in product management, machine learning, and engineering leadership, with a proven track record in developing intelligent infrastructure across robotics, industrial automation, and autonomous systems. Most recently, Rikovitch served as Director of Product Management at Blue River, a John Deere Company, where he co-founded the autonomy unit and led the product strategy for autonomous construction machinery and advanced driver-assistance systems, unlocking more than $500 million in revenue across the enterprise portfolio.

“Over the course of my career, I’ve focused my work on a wide array of technologies. But the more I built, the clearer it became: progress hinges not just on ingenuity, but on how we steward energy itself,” added Rikovitch. “At MARA, we’re fusing scale with smarter energy practices. I’m excited to work closely on digital energy and infrastructure that’s intelligent, efficient, and built to last.”

Join Us: MARA is actively hiring across product, engineering, and systems design.

Explore open roles here and help build the infrastructure powering the intelligence age.

About MARA

MARA (NASDAQ:MARA) deploys digital energy technologies to advance the world’s energy systems. Harnessing the power of compute, MARA transforms excess energy into digital capital, balancing the grid and accelerating the deployment of critical infrastructure. Building on its expertise to redefine the future of energy, MARA develops technologies that reduce the energy demands of high-performance computing applications, from AI to the edge. Learn more at www.mara.com.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Important information about postal votes

Source: City of Canterbury

Home » Latest News » Important information about postal votes

Elections and voting may be the last things on your mind right now, but for those voters who have a postal vote, there has been a very important change that you need to be aware of and may require you to take action.

Due to a change in national legislation (the Elections Act), a sizeable majority of those people in our district who currently have a postal vote must now reapply for it.

This affects everyone who applied for a postal vote up until 30 January 2024 – you will all need to reapply.

Only by reapplying will these people be able to vote by post in future elections.

The quickest way to reapply is online via the government website.

An alternative option is to download and print off an application form (using the same link as above), which can be completed and sent to us.

People will need their National Insurance number and will also have to provide a photo of their handwritten signature in black ink on plain white paper.

To be clear, those who do not reapply will have their postal vote cancelled and they will need to vote in person at a polling station at future elections.

We have started sending out emails to our registered postal voters to let them know what is happening and the action they need to take.

A quick response now instead of waiting for an election to be called means people will be in the first batch of postal votes sent out when the time comes, giving them the maximum amount of time to return it.

And if everyone leaves it until the last minute, it will be challenging for us to process and despatch a large volume of applications, which could lead to delays in people receiving them.

The only people who need do nothing are those who applied for a postal vote from 31 January 2024 onwards.

Published: 10 July 2025

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Africa: The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade of Republic of Mauritius to Visit Japan

Source: APO

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Hon. Dhananjay Ramful, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Republic of Mauritius will pay a visit to Japan from July 13 to 16.

During his stay in Japan, the Minister will meet with Mr. IWAYA Takeshi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, and will participate in the National Day Event of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, as official guest of the Government of Japan.

The visit of the Minister is expected to further develop the bilateral relations between Japan and Mauritius.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Africa: The task force on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Trade Liberalisation Scheme (TLS) has held a meeting to take stock of eight years of action in the field

Source: APO

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The Task Force on the ECOWAS Trade Liberalisation Scheme (TLS) met from the 1st to 3rd of July 2025, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, to take stock of the eight years of field missions across the ECOWAS Member States.

The meeting was attended by the Chairman of the TLS Task Force, Dr Mohamed Ibn CHAMBAS, the ECOWAS Commission’s Commissioner for Economic Affairs and Agriculture, Ms Massandjé TOURE-LITSE, members of the first and second teams of the TLS Task Force, executives from the Customs Union and Taxation Directorate, and representatives of associations lobbying for the free movement of people and goods in West Africa, including AOCTAH/WACTAF, the Borderless Alliance, ENDA-CACID, NANTS, and ROPPA.

In his welcoming remarks, the Chairman of the TLS Task Force, Dr Mohamed Ibn CHAMBAS, recalled the main objective of the meeting, which is not only to take stock of the actions of the TLS Task Force since the installation of the first team in 2016 up to the present day, to analyse without complacency the strengths and weaknesses of the said actions, but also to make relevant proposals likely to reinforce the gains made and correct the weaknesses, with a view to eliminating obstacles to intra-regional trade.

Opening the meeting on behalf of the President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E Dr Omar Alieu TOURAY, the Commissioner for Economic Affairs and Agriculture, Mrs Massandjé LITSE-TOURE, welcomed the key role played by the TLS Task Force in deepening intra-community trade through the free movement of people and goods. She praised the leadership of Dr CHAMBAS, who has brought a number of trade facilitation reforms to the attention of the region’s highest authorities, with tangible results.

The plenary session, which lasted three days, enabling participants to make proposals to allow the TLS Task Force to be more effective in its future actions. The participants also recommended that the TLS Task Force should advocate for the strengthening of Member States’ commitment to regional integration through the appointment of a Special Adviser to the Cabinet of each President of the Republic or Prime Minister. This Special Adviser to the President or Prime Minister should, as a matter of priority, monitor the application by national administrations of Community texts on the free movement of persons and goods. It was also recommended that the TLS Task Force should step up its lobbying of governments on the issue of speeding up the digitisation of customs and trade procedures in order to facilitate the flow of goods along the various ECOWAS trade corridors.

Beyond the question of the mandate of the Task Force on TLS, the participants seized the opportunity of this review meeting, in connection with the celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of ECOWAS, to make proposals to be fed back into the reflection on the ECOWAS of the future. These include the creation of an ECOWAS solidarity fund to promote balanced development within the community. ECOWAS should launch federative infrastructure projects (roads, railways, energy, interconnectivity, etc.) based on endogenous resources. Finally, a panel of eminent personalities will be set up to review the ECOWAS Treaty, with a view to strengthening the roles of the Parliament and the Community Court of Justice.

The Chairman of the TLS Task Force, Dr Mohamed Ibn CHAMBAS, will shortly be travelling to Abuja to report to the Chairman of the Commission on the results of the Abidjan meeting.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Wang Yi talks about the achievements of mutually beneficial cooperation between China and ASEAN

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

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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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: China is a reliable partner for ASEAN in addressing complex challenges: Wang Yi

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

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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July 11, 2025
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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July 11, 2025
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.
- Smart Problem Solving and Support:
  Whether it’s an account-related issue or a complex trading question, Beacon offers immediate, intelligent responses. A robust interactive knowledge base complements the live assistant, ensuring efficient self-service and education.
- Interactive Knowledge Base:
  Ask complex questions about crypto concepts, trading strategies, or market dynamics and receive clear, tailored explanations powered by Beacon’s intelligent understanding of user intent.
- Dual Operation Modes:
  Users can choose between two operational tiers.
  - Standard Mode supports up to 50 queries every four hours.
  - High-Performance Mode delivers advanced analytical capabilities, accessible up to three times in a four-hour window.
  - VIP users benefit from unrestricted access across both modes.
Coming soon (Q3 2025), Beacon will further expand its capabilities with advanced trading intelligence tools, including a Personal Trading Analyst for deep, personalized performance insights, an Opportunity Scanner that identifies optimal trades based on your preferences and market trends, and an Advanced Risk Guardian for proactive portfolio protection.

How It Works: Simple, Fast, Intuitive

Users interact with Beacon through a conversational interface:
1. Ask questions in natural language—no need for technical phrasing.
2. Receive intelligent, data-driven insights based on your preferences and usage patterns.
3. Make confident decisions supported by comprehensive, AI-enhanced insight.
Why Beacon Matters

In the rapidly evolving world of crypto and Web3, timely information, strategic guidance, and intuitive tools are critical. Beacon addresses these demands by combining professional-grade technology with an accessible user interface, making institutional-level support available to every user on the BitMart platform.

Beacon is exclusively accessible to BitMart users and offered as a permanent, no-cost feature. It is purpose-built to elevate the trading experience by delivering advanced intelligence through an interface that remains intuitive and efficient.

Discover what Beacon can do for you. Start exploring today.

About BitMart

BitMart is a premier global digital asset trading platform with more than 10 million users worldwide. Consistently ranked among the top crypto exchanges on CoinGecko, BitMart offers over 1,700 trading pairs with competitive fees. Committed to continuous innovation and financial inclusivity, BitMart empowers users globally to trade seamlessly. Learn more about BitMart at Website, follow their X (Twitter), or join their Telegram for updates, news, and promotions. Download BitMart App to trade anytime, anywhere.

Disclaimer:

The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any financial assets. All information is provided in good faith. However, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability or completeness of such information.

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

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI: Award-Winning Producer Doug Grau to Spearhead Creation of American Rebel Productions, a New Content Arm of American Rebel Holdings, Inc.

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

NASHVILLE, TN, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AREB) (“American Rebel” or the “Company”), the creator of American Rebel Beer (americanrebelbeer.com) and a leading designer and marketer of branded safes, personal security products, and patriotic apparel, today announced plans to expand its brand platform through the formation of a new wholly owned subsidiary, American Rebel Productions, LLC.

As part of this strategic initiative, the Company has entered into a professional services agreement with Award-winning producer and music industry veteran Doug Grau, who will serve as a strategic advisor to CEO Andy Ross. Grau will assist in developing a business strategy for the new division, which will focus on content creation and brand storytelling aligned with the Company’s patriotic mission. Upon formal establishment of the subsidiary, Grau is expected to serve as its initial President.

Doug Grau, a veteran music industry executive and original co-founder of American Rebel Holdings, Inc., has played a key role in the Company’s early brand development and creative direction. His longstanding collaboration with CEO Andy Ross helped shape the Company’s identity as “America’s Patriotic Brand.”

From Song to Brand: The Origin of American Rebel

Grau and Ross have completed three albums together and have begun recording a fourth studio album. Ross’s three released albums – You Ain’t Seen Crazy Yet (2011), Cold Dead Hand (2013), and Time to Fight (2016) – benefited from Grau’s 40+ years of music industry experience. The first completed track for Time to Fight was the single “American Rebel,” a song that would become far more than just a title.

The message and energy behind “American Rebel” were immediately recognized as more than a song – it was a mission statement. That moment sparked the founding of American Rebel Holdings, Inc. in 2014, grounded in the belief that the song embodied the values, spirit, and lifestyle of a patriotic American brand. The company was built around that vision, transforming a powerful anthem into a multifaceted business rooted in patriotism and the unwavering belief in chasing the American dream.

Grau and Ross recently completed a new video for Ross’s single “I Stand For You.” The video was filmed during Ross’s recent concert celebrating the 250^th birthday of the United States Army. Watch the video by clicking here.

Doug Grau’s Industry Legacy

Grau brings over four decades of experience in entertainment and media. He spent 15 years at Warner Bros. Nashville (1983–1998), where he was instrumental in developing the careers of artists such as Travis Tritt, Little Texas, David Ball, Jeff Foxworthy, and Bill Engvall. He also produced the original Blue Collar Comedy Tour LIVE CD featuring Foxworthy, Engvall, Larry the Cable Guy, and Ron White. In 2002, Grau produced the video and audio recording of the Statler Bros. Farewell Concert, which aired nationally on PBS and earned an RIAA Gold DVD award. He later published Statler Bros: Random Memories in 2008, co-written by founding members Harold and Don Reid.

In conjunction with this transition, Grau has agreed to officially step down from his current roles as President and Interim Principal Accounting Officer of American Rebel Holdings, Inc. As planned, Darin Fielding will assume the role of Principal Accounting Officer, and Corey Lambrecht, the Company’s current Chief Operating Officer, will take on the additional role of President. These leadership changes are designed to align the Company’s executive structure with its strategic growth initiatives and operational priorities.

Expanding the Brand Through Content

American Rebel Productions will be tasked with developing original content that amplifies the Company’s patriotic identity and connects with its growing customer base. CEO Andy Ross emphasized the importance of this next phase:

“We’ve always believed in the power of storytelling to build loyalty around the American Rebel brand. This planned new venture will allow me to continue working directly with Doug to leverage his exceptional talent and decades of experience in content creation. Together, we’ll amplify our message, elevate our brand, and ensure that everything we produce resonates deeply with our customers and reinforces the patriotic values at the heart of American Rebel.”

Strategic Growth and Diversification

The formation of American Rebel Productions reflects the Company’s broader strategy to diversify its revenue streams and deepen customer engagement. By leveraging media and entertainment, American Rebel Holdings, Inc. aims to enhance brand visibility and support the growth of its core product lines, including American Rebel Light Beer, branded safes, and patriotic apparel. In addition, the Company will continue to pursue strategic licensing opportunities that align with its brand values and expand its reach into complementary markets.

About American Rebel Holdings, Inc.

American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AREB) is a designer, manufacturer, and marketer of branded safes, personal security and self-defense products, and patriotic apparel. The Company recently expanded into the beverage industry with the launch of American Rebel Light Beer. Learn more at americanrebelbeer.com. For investor information, visit americanrebel.com/investor-relations.

Watch the story behind American Rebel as told by CEO Andy Ross: The American Rebel Story

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Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. American Rebel Holdings, Inc., (NASDAQ: AREB; AREBW) (the “Company,” “American Rebel,” “we,” “our” or “us”) desires to take advantage of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and is including this cautionary statement in connection with this safe harbor legislation. The words “forecasts” “believe,” “may,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “should,” “plan,” “could,” “target,” “potential,” “is likely,” “expect” and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. We have based these forward-looking statements primarily on our current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that we believe may affect our financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, and financial needs. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements include benefits of our continued sponsorship of high profile events, success and availability of the promotional activities, our ability to effectively execute our business plan, and the Risk Factors contained within our filings with the SEC, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended March 31, 2025. Any forward-looking statement made by us herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

The MIL Network –

July 11, 2025

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