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Navigating HTX Earn Products: The Ideal Choice for Cryptocurrency Investment Novices

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Over the past decade, crypto assets, particularly Bitcoin, have showcased substantial growth. Despite a global economic slowdown, the cryptocurrency market, with more than ten years of development, continues to attract investors worldwide due to its openness, diversity, and standardization. Choosing the right trading platform is the first and foremost decision for individuals engaged in crypto transactions worldwide. As a world-leading digital asset trading platform, HTX has consistently adhered to the principle of prioritizing its users. Throughout 2023, HTX released 12 Proof of Reserves (PoR) audits, reassuring users that the platform funds are 100% backed. It ensures the security of user assets through a stringent reserve policy and exemplifies its unwavering commitment to safeguarding user interests with the utmost responsibility. By choosing HTX, users are opting for a stable and reliable path to profit. Currently, HTX Earn offers a variety of products designed to help investors achieve financial growth. Users can select products tailored to their financial situation, as each of HTX Earn's products has its unique features. Additionally, HTX Earn products boast distinct advantages, including a diverse range of offerings, high APYs, and low entry barriers. To begin this exciting journey toward wealth growth, simply visit HTX's official website and select ‘Earn’ in the top navigation bar, or open the HTX app and tap on ‘Earn’ on the homepage. 1. Earn Products: Easy Entry and Exclusive 100% APY for Beginners HTX Earn's products enable users to earn rewards on their idle assets with either flexible or fixed terms. ‘Flexible’ is a passive income option designed for depositing and withdrawing assets at any time, allowing for the instant arrival of redeemed assets. Meanwhile, interest is distributed daily and automatically reinvested, enabling users to earn profits while maintaining the flexibility and liquidity of their assets. Fixed-term products offer higher returns in exchange for users' commitment to not redeem their assets before the scheduled redemption date. Notably, HTX Earn has introduced a new 7-day Fixed product, exclusively designed for new users. This product features an impressive array of 35 trending cryptocurrencies and boasts a 100% APY. Users can enjoy the convenience of receiving their earnings in just 7 days. Additionally, HTX Earn features a ‘NewList’ section, aimed at fostering the growth of newly listed cryptocurrencies. These products are meticulously selected for their exceptionally high APYs, providing users with the latest and most promising profit-earning opportunities. With the potential to achieve returns of up to 1,000%, these offerings ensure that users stay at the forefront of the market. Currently, HTX Earn's Fixed products support automatic redemption upon maturity, with daily updates on product earnings. For those with idle funds in their spot wallets, HTX Earn's Simple Earn products are an ideal choice. If you have no immediate plans for utilizing these funds, consider confidently investing in these products to earn asset rewards and effortlessly generate passive income. 2. Flexi Max: Stable and Consistent Returns, an Ideal Option for Long-Term Holding Flexi Max is designed for large-scale, long-term investments. It offers high returns and allows for instant redemption at any time. This product requires a minimum subscription amount and includes a redemption fee. The longer you hold, the less you pay, with the redemption fee reducing to as low as 0. Flexi Max boasts four distinct advantages and characteristics: 1. Steady: Flexi Max offers higher returns than Fixed products with stable and consistent performance. 2. Flexible: The product allows you to subscribe and redeem your assets anytime. The assets redeemed will be credited to your account on T+0 day. 3. Safe and Stable: The feature is based on HTX's robust risk management system, ensuring the safety and stability of your assets. 4. Redemption Fee Rates: With a fixed APY of Flexi Max, you can achieve greater returns with lower redemption costs by holding the product for a longer duration. For Flexi Max, a fee of 0-0.5% of the principal redeemed will be charged for each redemption. The longer you hold, the lower the redemption fee, with lowest fee being 0. Interest begins accruing the day after subscription (Day T+1)and will be credited to your account in a lump sum with your principal after redemption. If you redeem your assets on Day T, interest calculation will end on Day T-1. The minimum subscription amount varies for products of different cryptocurrencies. Please refer to the subscription page for specific information. 3. Shark Fin: Offer Various Options and Enable Investors to Seek Higher Returns Shark Fin is the latest addition to HTX Earn's financial product lineup, named after its return curve resembling a shark fin. HTX's Shark Fin represents an evolution in options products, and its pattern can either be bullish or bearish. It offers fixed settlement dates, ensures no principal loss, features floating APYs, and provides basic returns. The accuracy of users' predictions regarding future market trends will determine their returns from Shark Fin. Features and advantages of Shark Fin: 1. No principal loss. 2. Basic returns. 3. Enable investors to seek higher returns on top of the basic returns. 4. Short investment cycle without affecting fund liquidity. 5. Combine advantages of American options, European options, and touch options, offering more flexibility in gameplay. Investors can pursue yields based on market fluctuations alongside basic returns, enhancing the attractiveness of the Shark Fin product. Shark Fin caters to a broad spectrum of investors, spanning the following categories: 1. Prudent investors: Shark Fin is an ideal choice for prudent investors who prioritize stability in their investments, as it comes with no risk of principal loss and offers guaranteed basic returns. 2. Investors with moderate risk tolerance: If you aim for higher returns while maintaining investment stability, Shark Fin is an excellent choice. 3. Beginners: For novice investors, Shark Fin presents the advantage of guaranteed basic returns, coupled with the opportunity to engage with potential yields through market fluctuations. 4. Entry-level options traders: Shark Fin is essentially an options product. It offers a practical way for investors to understand the mechanics and strategies of options trading before venturing into it. By investing in Shark Fin, investors can get a firsthand experience of how options work. Currently, HTX Earn offers 7-day Shark Fin products and 3-day Shark Fin products. It’s worth mentioning that a new "Auto-Renewal" feature for Shark Fin products will be introduced, enabling automatic subscription to the same product using your principal from the previous cycle. This eliminates the need for repetitive manual operations in each phase. As a low-risk structured product, Shark Fin offers users guaranteed basic returns unaffected by market fluctuations, along with the protection of their principal. As of November 30, 2023, HTX has successfully issued 12 phases of Shark Fin products. Users can subscribe by navigating to "HTX Earn" -> "Shark Fin" during the subscription period. 4. Dual Investment: Explicit APR with Rewards in the Form of Double Cryptocurrencies HTX Dual Investment is a non-principal-protected structured product comprising two cryptocurrencies. It offers investors the flexibility to choosea target price and date, enabling them to take advantage of opportunities to buy the specified cryptocurrency at a lower price or sell it at a higher value in the future. The Dual Investment product is non-principal-protected and generates floating earnings. It enables you to earn returns by investing in cryptocurrencies like BTC, ETH, AVAX, and SOL. According to the Dual Investment rules, the product’s APR is explicitly fixed upon purchase. However, the settlement cryptocurrency at maturity is uncertain and is determined based on the market price of the relevant underlying assets at expiration and the predetermined strike price. HTX is constantly expanding its range of available cryptocurrencies and providing a wider selection for Dual Investment. The product's logic can be summarized as follows: 1. Upon purchase, users can select a Dual Investment product, purchase amount, strike price, product expiry date, and callable price (optional). 2. After the purchase is made, the interest income from this product is earned and distributed to users' Options accounts immediately. 3. Upon the product's expiry (delivery) date, the initial investment assets will be returned to users in full or converted to the alternate cryptocurrency based on the strike price, depending on whether the product is "exercised." All HTX Dual Investment products follow the format "Base Currency - Alternate Currency - Dual." The base currency is used for product purchase and is received at expiry if the product is not exercised, while the alternate currency is received at expiry if the product is exercised. Users can earn fixed interest income from any Dual Investment product. Conceptually, Dual Investment is non-principal protected. Nevertheless, compared to pure derivative products, it can be considered less risky. Furthermore, subscribing to Dual Investment may expose one to risks similar to those experienced during market fluctuations while holding coins. However, in terms of returns, Dual Investment proves to be a better choice than simply holding coins. Dual Investment caters to a wide range of investors, including crypto hoarders in volatile markets, bargain hunters in downtrends, profit-taking users in rising markets, long-term investors, and seasoned, mature investors. During a bullish market, individuals have a variety of needs and preferences when it comes to managing their funds. To address these demands, HTX has upgraded its product features. Now, during spot trading, users have the freedom to choose whether to utilize their current crypto balance in the Flexible product. HTX Earn has reportedly introduced the "Auto-Earn" feature, applicable to all cryptocurrencies available in Flexible products. With a simple click, users can effortlessly enable auto-earn for their spot assets, allowing them to enjoy real-time returns. This feature enables users to benefit from flexible deposits and redemptions, secure asset management, and stable returns, better aligning with their needs. Once Auto-Earn is enabled, the system will automatically initiate compound investments at 10:00 (UTC) every day. HTX Earn serves as a dependable instrument for the management of virtual assets, presenting a range of products that align with users' requirements. It guarantees the utmost security of assets, thanks to the exchange's robust risk management system. HTX Earn is purpose-built to deliver top-tier assets for daily passive income, coupled with a user-friendly interface that ensures a seamless and convenient wealth management experience. This year marks the 11th year of HTX's secure operations. Looking ahead to the next decade, HTX aspires to evolve into an all-encompassing platform that spans spot trading, derivatives trading, and wealth and asset management. It aims to become a trusted metaverse free port for global users in the Web3 era, with a vision to achieve financial freedom for 8 billion people on earth. About HTX Founded in 2013, HTX has evolved over a decade from a simple cryptocurrency exchange to a comprehensive blockchain business ecosystem. This expansion covers a wide range of services including digital asset trading, financial derivatives, wallets, research, investments, incubation, and more. As a world-leading portal to Web 3.0, HTX is committed to a growth strategy focused on global expansion, ecological prosperity, wealth effect, and safety and compliance. This approach enables us to offer comprehensive, safe, and reliable services and value to virtual currency enthusiasts around the world, reinforcing our position as a global gateway to Web3. Contact Details Michael Wang glo-media@htx-inc.com Company Website https://www.htx.com/

January 12, 2024 09:12 PM Eastern Standard Time

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A Milestone in Web3 Governance: STORM Chosen as Legal Counsel for 1inch DAO

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STORM Partners, a leading Web3 solutions provider based in Geneva, has been voted by an overwhelming majority as the legal counsel for 1inch DAO. The decision sets a historic precedent for decentralized autonomous organizations, as it becomes the first time that a DAO has directly hired legal counselling services and delegated its legal representation before third parties. This decision also represents a bridge between the decentralized ethos of a Web3 DAO and the legal and regulatory stability provided by a centralized legal counsel. With STORM Partners’ extensive track record of Web3 client partnerships, this convergence signifies a seamless union of two realms, forming an ideal synergy aligned with the DAO’s objectives. It also marks a significant stride in addressing the multifaceted legal challenges faced by DAOs in today’s evolving landscape, such as regulatory compliance, contractual agreements, governance frameworks, liability protection, intellectual property rights, and defense against external claims The voting was closed on Tuesday night, with an overwhelming 96.46% approval. This is a one-of-a-kind case, as the Swiss company, as legal counsel, proposed the DAO to be engaged and have detailed the characteristics of their mandate. Thus, 1inch DAO has chosen and conferred upon STORM Partners a power of attorney to legally represent it before third parties. “ We are honoured that the 1inch token community has entrusted us as the legal counsel for their DAO. Our team is dedicated to safeguarding their interests with the utmost commitment. This engagement, being 'fully decentralized,’ marks a significant step forward in the journey towards legal recognition of decentralised organizations. It's not just a milestone for us but a testament to the evolving landscape of legal frameworks adapting to innovative governance models,” said Nicola Massella, director of the Legal and Compliance department at STORM Partners. The importance of legal counsel for 1inch DAO cannot be overstated, given the intricate challenges posed by regulatory risks, liability concerns, contractual ambiguities, governance complexities, and the imperative need for legal recognition as a legitimate entity in multiple jurisdictions. We are thrilled to embark on this new chapter with STORM Partners. This partnership not only represents a significant milestone for 1inch Network but also for the broader decentralized finance space. As we navigate the complex regulatory landscape, this collaboration stands as a testament to our dedication to innovation while upholding our core principles. We are enthusiastically looking forward to the future, confident that this union will bolster the robustness and credibility of DeFi, enabling us to continue to expand the horizons of what’s achievable”, added Jordan Reindl, Governance Lead at 1inch. STORM Partners' exclusive focus on Web3, coupled with its tailored approach and experienced legal services, positions it as an ideal collaborator for 1inch DAO. About STORM Partners STORM Partners is a premier all-in-one professional services provider within the dynamic blockchain industry. Its expertise spans the global landscape of Web3, collaborating with a diverse spectrum of businesses and brands – from nimble startups and pre-IDOs to flourishing scale-ups and established global organizations. About 1inch DAO 1inch DAO is a decentralised organization that governs the network parameters, enabling 1INCH holders to vote for key protocol parameters and collect governance rewards. Distributed by STORM Partners. Contact Adrian Bono for interviews and quotes -adrian.bono@storm.partners or telegram @STORMPartners Contact Details STORM Partners Adrian Bono adrian.bono@storm.partners

January 12, 2024 11:27 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Shareholder Statement on Departure of Al Gore from Board of Directors for Apple Inc.

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Apple Inc. announced that former Vice President Al Gore will not stand for reelection to the board of directors at the annual meeting in two months, attributing his departure to the company’s age limit for members. Ahead of last year’s annual meeting, National Legal and Policy Center – a shareholder in Apple – called for fellow investors to oppose Gore’s reelection, explaining in a lengthy memo filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission why he was unqualified to serve in such an influential leadership role and was detrimental to the company. NLPC wrote in part: Mr. Gore has held a position on Apple’s board since 2003, despite having no relevant experience in technology or core business functions. His primary benefit to the board is his supposed climate change expertise. However, Mr. Gore’s public reputation is inconsistent with his track record, his carbon-intensive lifestyle, and his actual investments. Instead, he has used his public advocacy as a tool for personal enrichment. In addition, his political activism poses to Apple a reputational risk that is not worth his limited skillset. Following the announcement, Paul Chesser, Director of NLPC’s Corporate Integrity Project, stated: “Al Gore was Apple’s longest serving director, for more than 20 years – but he never should have even served a day. How influential were his many distortions and exagerations over the years about energy and climate? How much more did his policy preferences increase the costs of Apple products to unaffordable highs for many more potential customers? How much did his hypocritical jet-setting and personal electricity use undermine the company’s reputation?” “Apple is a great company, but it would have been even greater without the presence of Al Gore. Good riddance.” NLPC is also sponsoring a shareholder proposal at the upcoming annual meeting, which seeks accountability from the Cupertino, Calif.-based tech giant about its human rights policies versus its actions. Founded in 1991, NLPC promotes ethics in public life and government accountability through research, investigation, education, and legal action. ### For more information or to schedule an interview with Paul Chesser, contact Dan Rene at 202-329-8357 or drene@nlpc.org. Please visit http://www.nlpc.org. Contact Details National Legal and Policy Center Dan Rene +1 202-329-8357 drene@nlpc.org Company Website http://www.nlpc.org

January 11, 2024 06:02 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Mercado Bitcoin Starts 2024 with Listing of TRON Network’s Native Token: TRX

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São Paulo, 11 January 2024 - Mercado Bitcoin, Brazil's largest cryptocurrency exchange, proudly announces the listing of Tronix (TRX), the native utility token of the TRON network, enhancing its digital asset offerings. This addition marks a significant milestone in diversifying the cryptocurrency exchange while aligning with its strategy to introduce more credible digital assets to its users. Fabrício Tota, Director of New Business at Mercado Bitcoin, highlights the significance of this development: "From a business and technological perspective, this is a huge milestone for Brazil since each token has distinct characteristics and caters to specific audiences, which contributes to the expansion of the digital economy and impacts more people through tokenization." Mercado Bitcoin is actively listing more tokens from the TRON ecosystem, including APENFT, BTT, JUST, SUN, USDD, and WIN, thereby expanding the range of digital assets available to its users. David Uhryniak, Ecosystem Lead at TRON DAO, shared his enthusiasm about the listing, stating, "We're thrilled to see TRX join the lineup of digital assets on Mercado Bitcoin. As the top cryptocurrency exchange in Brazil, Mercado Bitcoin has consistently demonstrated its leadership and innovation in the cryptocurrency landscape. This listing enhances TRX's global accessibility and represents the growing interest in blockchain technologies in Brazil. " The inclusion of TRX on Mercado Bitcoin's platform is a testament to TRON’s growing global presence and Mercado Bitcoin's commitment to being at the forefront of the digital economy. As the exchange continues to broaden its offerings, such strategic collaboration is crucial in promoting the adoption and understanding of cryptocurrencies in Latin America and beyond. Stay tuned for more exciting developments from this evolving partnership. About Mercado Bitcoin: With 3.8 million customers and over USD15 billion traded since our inception in 2013, MB has been connecting people and businesses to the blockchain and the tokenized economy for over 10 years, operating with the highest standards of transparency and financial integrity. As the first crypto unicorn in Brazil and audited since 2018, including audits by EY since 2022, MB is a member of the Brazilian Association of Cryptoeconomics (ABCripto) and adheres to its Code of Conduct and Self-Regulation in Money Laundering Prevention, ensuring compliance with best practices. Media Contact Patrícia Nakamura imprensa@mercadobitcoin.com.br About TRON DAO TRON DAO is a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps. Founded in September 2017 by H.E. Justin Sun, the TRON network has continued to deliver impressive achievements since MainNet launch in May 2018. July 2018 also marked the ecosystem integration of BitTorrent, a pioneer in decentralized Web3 services boasting over 100 million monthly active users. The TRON network has gained incredible traction in recent years. As of January 2024, it has over 206.07 million total user accounts on the blockchain, more than 6.99 billion total transactions, and over $21.37 billion in total value locked (TVL), as reported on TRONSCAN. In addition, TRON hosts the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin across the globe, overtaking USDT on Ethereum since April 2021. The TRON network completed full decentralization in December 2021 and is now a community-governed DAO. Most recently in October 2022, TRON was designated as the national blockchain for the Commonwealth of Dominica, which marks the first time a major public blockchain partnered with a sovereign nation to develop its national blockchain infrastructure. On top of the government’s endorsement to issue Dominica Coin (“DMC”), a blockchain-based fan token to help promote Dominica’s global fanfare, seven existing TRON-based tokens - TRX, BTT, NFT, JST, USDD, USDT, TUSD, have been granted statutory status as authorized digital currency and medium of exchange in the country. TRONNetwork | TRONDAO | Twitter | YouTube | Telegram | Discord | Reddit | GitHub | Medium | Forum Media Contact Hayward Wong press@tron.network Contact Details Patrícia Nakamura imprensa@mercadobitcoin.com.br

January 11, 2024 01:37 PM Eastern Standard Time

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TRON 2023: Key Developments and Collaborative Milestones

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Geneva, Switzerland, January 11, 2024 - TRON achieved a series of developments and collaborations that have enhanced its position in the Web3 space. The following are highlights from the year 2023. Network Growth and Stablecoin Dominance The TRON network has seen proper growth, with a 54% increase in accounts, now exceeding 204 million. The total transaction volume reached over $10 trillion, and Total Value Locked (TVL) achieved a global ranking of second, reaching $8.14 billion, according to DefiLlama. The ascent of TRON-based stablecoins—such as USDT, TUSD, USDC, USDD, and USDJ—have amounted to $50 billion in value, and has helped grow the DeFi landscape. Significant Collaborations Strategic collaborations have been at the forefront of TRON’s achievements. TRON supported the launch of the Dominica Metaverse Bound Token (DMBT) by DMC Labs, as part of the Dominica Metaverse program endorsed by the Dominica government. Additionally, TRON joined the Japan Cryptoasset Business Association (JCBA) representing its commitment to further exploring the Japanese market. Furthermore, integrations with Google Cloud's BigQuery and Huawei's Web 3.0 Node Engine Service have expanded TRON’s network capabilities. HackaTRON and TRON Builder Tour Starting with HackaTRON Season 4, in collaboration with HTX, it engaged over 625 participants and 172 projects, resulting in 30 judge-voted and 30 community-voted winners across DeFi, Web3, NFT, GameFi, Builder, and Eco-Friendly tracks. Season 5, in collaboration with BitTorrent Chain (BTTC) and HTX, attracted over 3,500 participants and more than 2,000 projects. This season witnessed 25 judge-voted qualifiers and 25 community-voted winners in Web3, DeFi, Artistry, Builder, and AI tracks. 2023 HackaTRON S4 and S5 boasted a substantial prize pool of up to $1,000,000* in total. Alongside, the TRON Builder Tour (TBT) was hosted in various stops, such as Stanford, Princeton, New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, and Barcelona. Notably, the Princeton stop had nearly 100 participants and a prize pool of up to $8,000*. In each city, the tour united blockchain enthusiasts, developers, and students, fostering a learning and networking environment. Note: All prizes were issued in USDD, not USD, restrictions applied. Ecosystem Initiatives Another major milestone reached in the year 2023 by TRON was the inauguration of the $100 million AI Development Fund, showcasing TRON’s initiative to blend artificial intelligence with blockchain technology. Another initiative created was the TRON Climate Initiative which further underscored TRON’s commitment to sustainability. Event Participation TRON participated in events like Consensus 2023, Token2049 and Binance Blockchain Week. TRON achieved the "Best Layer 1 of the Year'' award during the Blockchain Life 2023 event in Dubai, a nod to their robust infrastructure. As 2023 comes to a close, TRON's journey through the year stands as a testament to its growing influence in the Web3 space. The past year has stood as a testament to the strength of TRON developers, users, and community members. About TRON DAO TRON DAO is a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps. Founded in September 2017 by H.E. Justin Sun, the TRON network has continued to deliver impressive achievements since MainNet launch in May 2018. July 2018 also marked the ecosystem integration of BitTorrent, a pioneer in decentralized Web3 services boasting over 100 million monthly active users. The TRON network has gained incredible traction in recent years. As of January 2024, it has over 206.07 million total user accounts on the blockchain, more than 6.99 billion total transactions, and over $21.37 billion in total value locked (TVL), as reported on TRONSCAN. In addition, TRON hosts the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin across the globe, overtaking USDT on Ethereum since April 2021. The TRON network completed full decentralization in December 2021 and is now a community-governed DAO. Most recently in October 2022, TRON was designated as the national blockchain for the Commonwealth of Dominica, which marks the first time a major public blockchain partnered with a sovereign nation to develop its national blockchain infrastructure. On top of the government’s endorsement to issue Dominica Coin (“DMC”), a blockchain-based fan token to help promote Dominica’s global fanfare, seven existing TRON-based tokens - TRX, BTT, NFT, JST, USDD, USDT, TUSD, have been granted statutory status as authorized digital currency and medium of exchange in the country. TRONNetwork | TRONDAO | Twitter | YouTube | Telegram | Discord | Reddit | GitHub | Medium | Forum Media Contact Hayward Wong press@tron.network Contact Details Hayward Wong press@tron.network Company Website https://trondao.org/

January 11, 2024 01:22 PM Eastern Standard Time

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CES 2024 Latest Trends

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Contact Details Karl Wayne +1 334-440-6397 karl@newsmg.com Company Website https://newsmg.com/

January 11, 2024 07:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Human-augmented AI data marketplace Ta-Da debuts on strategic MultiversX incubator xLaunchpad

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Ta-Da, the platform revolutionizing AI data annotation, announces its highly anticipated debut on xLaunchpad, MultiversX’s strategic incubator. This collaboration sets the stage for a groundbreaking advancement in the secure and ethical development of AI, harnessing the power of human-validated data. Founded on over seven years of expertise in AI, Ta-Da leverages the power of MultiversX blockchain technology to disrupt conventional data collection methods. With its focus on video, audio, and image verticals, Ta-Da introduces a hybrid model of data annotation that blends quality, cost-effectiveness, and scalability. Addressing major challenges in AI development, such as bias and high data-related costs, this approach has already proven its efficacy with over 2.5 million tasks completed during its public beta phase. “The future of AI is not just about algorithms but about the quality and diversity of data that trains these algorithms,” says William Simonin, CEO of Ta-Da. “ Our launch on xLaunchpad is a pivotal step in realizing our vision of creating more effective AI systems by harnessing the power of human insight and the robustness of blockchain technology. ” xLaunchpad is the strategic incubator and acceleration platform of the MultiversX blockchain ecosystem. It is renowned for backing the most ambitious and impactful technologies in the web3 space, enabling them to leverage MultiversX’s highly scalable and secure blockchain network, which processes over 30,000 transactions per second at negligible cost. “ Ta-Da’s innovative model for AI data annotation aligns perfectly with our mission to foster technological advancements that have a profound global impact, ” said Beniamin Mincu, CEO and founder of MultiversX. “ Their debut on xLaunchpad is a testament to our commitment to nurturing projects that tap into the massive opportunities that emerge from the convergence of blockchain and AI. ” The collaboration between Ta-Da and xLaunchpad signifies a transformative movement in AI and blockchain technology. It not only propels Ta-Da’s mission forward but also reinforces MultiversX’s position as a leader in supporting revolutionary tech initiatives. This partnership is set to redefine the landscape of AI development, making it more accessible, diverse, and efficient. The public launch event of Ta-Da on xLaunchpad is taking place on February 09, 2024. For more information and to be part of this transformative journey, visit https://xlaunchpad.com/tada About MultiversX MultiversX is a highly scalable, secure, and decentralized blockchain network built from first principles, to solve the two fundamental problems critical for widespread, global adoption: a transition from dialup to broadband, and a significant UX paradigm shift. Distributed by STORM Partners. Contact Adrian Bono for interviews and quotes -adrian.bono@storm.partners or telegram @STORMPartners Contact Details Dan Voicu +1 561-325-8757 dan.voicu@multiversx.com

January 10, 2024 09:12 AM Eastern Standard Time

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CES 2024 Opening Day: Sneak Peek

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Contact Details News Media Group, Inc. Karl Wayne +1 334-440-6397 karl@newsmg.com Company Website https://newsmg.com/

January 10, 2024 07:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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The 56th California International Antiquarian Book Fair returns to San Francisco February 9-11, 2024

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The 56th CA International Antiquarian Book Fair is making its in-person return to San Francisco next month. The fair, sponsored by the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association of America (ABAA), takes place February 9-11, 2024, at Pier 27 (cruise ship terminal). Widely recognized as one of the world's largest exhibitions of antiquarian books for sale, more than 100 exhibitors from around the world will present rare books, maps, illustrations, historical documents, and ephemera on a vast array of subjects and genres. The fair boasts offerings in every conceivable genre including the first-ever catalog on the history of artificial intelligence (AI) from Novato book dealer and ABAA member Jeremy Norman. Part of this timely collection is an extremely rare, first edition pamphlet published in 1832 by Russian statistician and inventor Semyon Korsakov on what is believed to be one of the first machine-learning devices. Korsakov was a pioneer in the concept of “mechanized thought,” or artificial intelligence. The nearly 200-year-old AI print ephemera will be on exhibit and offered at the purchase price of $35,000. The fair’s specialties encompass art, science, medicine, literature, history, gastronomy, fashion, first editions, Americana, philosophy, children’s books and much more. As highlighted in The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, rare books and other objects have increasingly captured the attention of young collectors seeking one-of-a-kind offerings at more accessible price points. Book fair prices range from $100 to millions. This year, the fair welcomes international exhibitors from 9 different countries including the UK, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany and The Netherlands. An impressive number of US exhibitors also highlight the wealth of material available stateside. Exhibitors will present a vast treasure trove of items: rare books, maps, manuscripts, fine bindings, illustrations, historical documents, prints and print ephemera. One of the rare maps up for purchase is Augustus Chevalier's stunning large-scale 1911 map of San Francisco, the premier map of the city following the San Francisco Earthquake and one of the most impressive and beautiful urban plans in the history of American mapmaking. The purchase price is $45,000 from S.F. Bay Area-based ABAA dealer, Neatline Antique Maps. Another extraordinary find is a piece of LGBTQ+ science fiction history discovered at an estate sale in Oakland, California – the original cover art for Ursula K. Le Guin’s groundbreaking “The Left Hand of Darkness.” The novel was one of the first examinations of androgyny in science fiction and explored the effect of sex and gender on society. Mark Funke, Novato book dealer and ABAA member, will exhibit the illustration art at the San Francisco fair. The purchase price is $20,000. “This is one of the most important events in the country for rare book enthusiasts, and we are thrilled to return to San Francisco after enjoying nearly a decade of success in Oakland,” says Julie Roper, Director of the 56th California International Antiquarian Book Fair. “Post-pandemic, we are seeing resurgent demand for in-person fairs, where a global community of the top dealers offers the most sought-after collections of books, maps, illustrations, and ephemera. The experience of attending in person is like no other – it’s a real-life treasure hunt.” The Book Fair takes place from February 9-11, 2024. Tickets may be purchased in advance here or at the door, and a full list of exhibitors can be found here. MEDIA NOTE: Media preview hours are Friday, February 9, from 4-5p. Media kit with high-resolution images is available here. Please contact Liza Batallones at ABAA@landispr.com for b roll. QUICK FACTS The 56th California International Antiquarian Book Fair will open Friday, Friday, February 9, 2024: Media Preview is 4pm to 5pm; Opening Night 5pm to 8pm ( Opening Night is open to the public with the purchase of a Friday ticket and includes complimentary sparkling wine plus a first glimpse and opportunity to purchase.) $25 ticket also includes Saturday & Sunday admission; Saturday, February 10, 2024 - Noon to 7pm • $15 ticket includes Sunday admission and Sunday, February 11, 2024 from Noon to 5pm • $10 ticket Location: Pier 27, The Embarcadero in San Francisco [ map ] The three-day event features the collections and rare treasures of booksellers from around the globe, including manuscripts, modern first editions, children’s books, ephemera, maps, and autographs, as well as antiquarian books on a vast array of topics. Prices range from $100 to millions. The book fair is expected to draw over 5,000 attendees, with more than 120 sellers from 10 different countries. The book fair returns to San Francisco after a decade of success in Oakland. The influx of attendees is expected to generate $2.1 million in revenue for San Francisco restaurants and merchants over a 3-day period. Source: SF Travel The book fair is easily accessible by BART, ferry, or Muni, and offers over 100 free parking spots for attendees on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be food, wine, beer, and liquor available for purchase daily. The fair is open to the public, and tickets range from $10.00 to $25.00. Available for purchase here. Admission is free for librarians, curators, and related non-profit cultural institution workers who register in advance, in addition to students with valid current school ID and children 12 years of age and under. Details available here. ABOUT THE ABAA The Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America (ABAA) was founded in 1949 to promote interest in rare and antiquarian books and book collecting, and to foster collegial relations. We strive to maintain the highest standards in the trade. All members agree to abide by the ABAA's Code of Ethics. While our members sell, buy, and appraise books and printed matter, our staff can assist you with finding a bookseller and with other trade-related matters. Contact Details Landis Communications, Inc. Liza Batallones +1 415-766-0846 ABAA@landispr.com Company Website https://www.abaa.org/

January 09, 2024 09:10 AM Pacific Standard Time

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