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The Next Big Thing In Blockchain And Crypto? (Hint: It’s Not NFTs)

Blaize Technology

By Jad Malaeb, Benzinga Every few years, a form of technology arises that reshapes how humans view and interact with the world. In 1983, that technology was the internet; today, many say it’s the blockchain. A blockchain is a distributed ledger that stores data and validates transfers across an interconnected network. All information placed into a blockchain is first formulated into a “block.” Blocks are added to the blockchain only after they’ve been validated by network nodes. The requirement for a consensus between the nodes before a block is placed ensures that the information is accurate and trustworthy. Additionally, any modification to an existing block would trigger a change in all the blocks preceding it, making all information on the blockchain immutable. With the advent of complementary technologies like smart contracts and cryptocurrencies, blockchain became the foundation of a $3 trillion cryptocurrency value and the cornerstone of the broader decentralization movement. According to a report by MarketsandMarkets, the blockchain market is expected to be worth $67.4 billion by 2026. The question on the minds of investors, entrepreneurs and spectators now is: What will blockchain look like in that time? The Potential Evolution Of Blockchains Currently, blockchains are divided into three domains and four types. Public blockchains, like Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) and Litecoin (CRYPTO: LTC), belong to the permissionless domain, a class of blockchains that has no central authority and is dependent on the cooperation of independent nodes for consensus. Public blockchains are the main propagators of the decentralized movement, and they’re by far the most well-known blockchains. Permissionless blockchains typically sacrifice transaction speed for security, as more nodes mean safer but slower data transfer. Private and consortium blockchains, like Ripple and Hyperledger respectively, belong to the “permissioned” domain, a class of blockchains that has one or more central authorities dictating node accessibility and functionality within a blockchain network. Private blockchains control who is allowed to be a node, and what functions these nodes have. Private blockchains represent the individualization of blockchain. These blockchains tend to be specific to the central authority’s purpose. For example, private blockchains are popular for supply management functions and insurance claims, two industries where the network’s function is improved by the restriction, rather than popularization, of information. Hybrid blockchains reside in the middle of these two classes and represent the third domain of blockchains. As more Web3 projects aim to improve security while keeping decentralization an option, hybrid blockchains are quickly becoming one of the most popular forms of blockchain technology, and they could very likely be the next evolution of blockchains. The Status Of Layer-2 Blockchains Most of the blockchains discussed above are layer-1 blockchains. Layer-1 blockchains set the groundwork for the way users can expect the network to operate. They not only provide the base on which all data transfer is made but also define the rules, outlining how consensus is achieved, how nodes operate and other essential requirements. Achieving a high level of decentralization and security while maintaining efficiency is one of the great challenges of layer-1 networks. In May 2021, for example, the average transaction fee rose to $69 on the Ethereum network as a result of an overload of transaction requests. Bitcoin transaction speed, which reached a low of 4.6 transactions per second compared to Visa’s 1,700 transactions per second, is another template of layer-1s’ scalability issues. Layer-2 blockchains help take the workload off of layer-1s. If the crypto industry were a kitchen, layer-1 blockchains are the chefs and layer-2’s are the sous-chefs. The primary function of layer-2 blockchain is to improve the transaction speed and reduce gas fees of layer-1 blockchains while layer-1 maintains the security and integrity of the overall system. The popular layer-2 project Bitcoin Lighting Network, for example, makes Bitcoin transactions faster and less costly by executing Bitcoin orders through their network. This helps Bitcoin achieve its promise as a medium of exchange. Similar layer 2s are available for Ethereum, including Loopring, Optimism and Ethereum Plasma. While many see the necessity of layer-2 blockchains for scalability as a shortcoming of layer-1 blockchains, others argue that they’re a necessary ingredient in the recipe for global decentralization. A layer-1 blockchain that can fulfill scalability, security and decentralization functions without a layer-2 could have a huge competitive advantage; it ranks highly in the category of the “next best thing.” The Role Of Blockchain Developers In Long-Term Success The importance of blockchain software developers like Blaize.Tech cannot be overstated in the pursuit of the next evolution of blockchain technology. Behind Ethereum, Avalanche and Cardano is an army of talented blockchain developers working together with a singular purpose. Nothing large in blockchain happens without developers. Blaize has already had a head start on its competitors, deploying over 400+ smart contracts and completing over 70+ successful blockchain projects. Developers like Blaize help companies create blockchain systems, decentralized applications, smart contracts and enterprise solutions. Blaize specifically has all these capabilities and even provides developer tools like software development kits, allows non-blockchain projects to integrate the technology into their business and provides blockchain-specific services like security audits and technical due diligence. If you’re interested in any form of blockchain technology integration, Blaize.Tech is a go-to destination. DeFi & The Fall Of NFTs In many ways, decentralized finance (DeFi) is the reason for blockchain’s popularization. Blockchain’s first public triumph was Bitcoin, a DeFi solution that allowed regular people to send and receive currency without the need for central authorities. The current examples of DeFi projects all reflect the financial decentralization concept, but express it in different ways. Aave (CRYPTO: AAVE), for example, is a DeFi project that allows the lending and borrowing of currency without the need for a central authority. Aave achieves this by using smart contracts, which are programs that automatically run on the blockchain when certain conditions are met. The automatic execution of smart contracts is what enables all DeFi services, including trading, investing, lending and borrowing. Smart contracts have been central in the creation of decentralized exchanges like Uniswap (CRYPTO: UNI), decentralized oracle services like Chainlink (CRYPTO: LINK) and inter-blockchain communication platforms like Polkadot (CRYPTO: DOT). As a result of smart contracts and blockchains, the DeFi industry is expected to be worth $231 billion by 2030 according to a report by Grand View Research, but hacking, safety and trust issues must be addressed before the industry can advance. Similarly, NFTs are currently awaiting a “renaissance” of their own after their fall from grace in 2022. Last year, it became clear that the majority of the value perceived by NFT traders was a result of one of the greatest bull markets of all time. As soon as the curtains receded, NFT valuations reverted to “sane” valuations, leading many to believe they had no value to begin with. The conversation around NFTs is now changing. A growing number of NFT advocates contend that NFTs’ value can extend beyond speculation, and advocates have begun to test this idea with the launch of utility NFTs. Utility NFTs grant their purchasers something more than just an ownership stamp; they grant owners access to perks and rewards. Utility NFTs have been embraced by some of the biggest brands – from Nike and Dolce and Gabanna to Adidas and the Premier League. Many posit that NFTs will play a major role in broader-themed movements like Web3 and the metaverse. Safe, secure and user-optimized DeFi services and utility-based NFTs have a strong argument for a place in the “future of blockchain.” Using On-Chain Analytics To Make Educated Investment Decisions One exciting domain of exploration for the future of blockchain is in on-chain analytics. In traditional markets, investors have access to very limited information, and they must make predictive assumptions with a lot of missing variables. In an environment as complicated as the financial markets, acting on limited information only makes the process of investing harder. The breadth and availability of information that crypto investors can glean from on-chain analytics is changing the investing landscape. In essence, on-chain analysis is the process of monitoring the flow of money into and out of crypto assets. Because of the sheer quantity of available information, many crypto investors are capable of making decisions with a much larger set of facts and information than their traditional counterparts. On-chain analysis can involve a number of different ratios, calculations and observations. Some of these include monitoring central exchange flows, which could depict large-scale entry or exit from certain assets by examining exchange-based information. Others could include whale watching (i.e. monitoring large-scale orders), while others could take a more granular approach and record active addresses, supply distribution, miner revenue and realized profit or losses. The use of on-chain analytics is considered by many the rise of blockchain’s own “fundamental analysis.” Despite all of blockchain’s potentially life-changing qualities, investing and trading remain two of the largest areas of interest in this industry. On-chain analytics represent the first clues of the emergence of educated speculation, and it, too, can play a large role in the future. Where Will Blockchain Go Next? As discussed, there are many potential avenues blockchain technology could take, and none are mutually exclusive. On the private scale, blockchains have already been implemented in governments and corporations, but this avenue has the lowest potential to influence the world. Public blockchains, while the most problematic of the bunch, bring about a whole new ecosystem of products that are independent of central authorities. There are suspicions that blockchain, as a peer-to-peer network, may have too many faults, and that these decentralized approaches could be better achieved through alternative systems like Urbit or Hedera. Nonetheless, thousands of entrepreneurs are pushing to improve blockchain’s trust and automation issues in order to take it to the next level, and there are plenty of promising avenues of exploration. This article was originally published on Benzinga here. Blaize is a software company providing blockchain development outsourcing solutions for different types of businesses. Blockchain ecosystem creation and decentralized application development are our core specializations. We have vast expertise in building DeFi applications, decentralized exchanges, DAO, smart contract development&deployment, blockchain nodes development, and creation of staking platforms. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Pasha Bergman CBDO pasha@blaize.tech Company Website https://blaize.tech/

March 13, 2023 09:25 AM Eastern Daylight Time

The LED Lighting Market’s Growth Is In Double Digit Rates And Order Books Are Growing – Applied UV (NASDAQ: AUVI) Sub Just Secured A Multi-Million Order From A Leading Luxury Developer

Applied UV, Inc.

By Ernest Dela Aglanu, Benzinga The global LED lighting market, thanks to players like Applied UV Inc. (NASDAQ: AUVI), is witnessing significant growth. The market size was valued at $68.9 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $264.08 billion by 2029, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.6% during the forecast period. One of the primary drivers of the market’s growth is the rising need for energy-efficient light sources. LED lights consume less energy and have a longer lifespan compared to traditional lighting sources such as incandescent bulbs, fluorescent tubes, and halogen lamps. As a result, LED lights are gaining popularity in both the residential and commercial sectors, leading to a surge in demand. Additionally, increasing environmental awareness and conscious efforts toward sustainability are also contributing to the growth of the LED lighting market. LED lights are free from toxic materials such as mercury that pose a threat to the environment and human health. Therefore, they are considered eco-friendly and have become the preferred choice for lighting solutions in many sectors. Governments worldwide are implementing favorable policies to encourage the adoption of LED lighting. In many countries, subsidies, incentives, and tax benefits are offered to consumers who opt for LED lights. These government initiatives have resulted in increased awareness and adoption of LED lights, further fueling the market’s growth. The increasing LED lighting adoption and growth of the market is good news for companies like Applied UV, Universal Display Corporation (NASDAQ: OLED), Energy Focus Inc. (NASDAQ: EFOI), and LSI Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: LYTS) that are developing products to meet growing demand. Within the industry, Applied UV seems to have carved a niche for itself as a provider of proprietary surface and air disinfection technology focused on Improving Indoor Air Quality (IAQ), specialty LED lighting, luxury mirrors and commercial furnishings – all of which serves clients globally in both the commercial and retail segments. The company’s products address needs in the healthcare, hospitality, food preservation, cannabis, education, and winery vertical markets. Applied UV has established strategic manufacturing partnerships and alliances, including Canon, Acuity, Johnson Controls, USHIO, Siemens, Grainger, and a global network of 64 dealers and distributors in 52 countries, offering a complete suite of products through its two wholly owned subsidiaries — SteriLumen Inc. and MunnWorks LLC. Multi-Million Dollar Order From Premier Developer Applied UV ’s growth and recent announcement of purchase orders totaling $4.55 million could interest investors and watchers of the LED lighting industry. The company recently revealed that its wholly owned subsidiary LED Supply Co. had secured a multi-million dollar purchase agreement from an unnamed premier co-living rental property developer The X Company (“X Co.”). The purchase orders consist of $2.67 million received and the balance of $1.88 million assured by the end of the second quarter. LED Supply Co. will provide back-lit mirrors, LED lighting and control systems for X Co.’s growing billion-dollar portfolio of properties. The orders will be fulfilled by LED Supply Co., in partnership with MunnWorks, who will manufacture the backlit mirrors in its newly acquired 100,000-square-foot Brooklyn, NY facility. “Having access to the MunnWorks’ high-end U.S.-made decorative backlit mirrors and case goods, at competitive prices, allows us to provide a better-quality product to our residents while staying within our allotted budget on a project,” Ben Brichta, Partner at X Co., said. The premier co-living rental property developer reports that it is active in six markets, with 5,000 beds in its current portfolio and over $1 billion in construction activity. The company says it is fully integrated — able to acquire, design, build and operate its real estate assets. X Co. buildings offer a high level of amenities and resident experiences in their unique combination of private rentals, co-living suites and co-working spaces. They also offer residents an unconventional club environment supporting the growing work-from-home segment with a state-of-the-art gym and fitness studios, social activities and dramatic shared spaces. The orders more than double X Co.’s previous orders with LED Supply Co. and expands them to include backlit mirrors supplied by Applied UV subsidiary MunnWorks, with subsequent orders planned for later this year. The joint order is the first in what the company expects to be many collaborative sales efforts forecasted as part of the merger of Applied UV, LED Supply Co. and PURO Lighting announced in January of this year. This article was originally published on Benzinga here. Applied UV is focused on the development and acquisition of technology that addresses infection control in the healthcare, hospitality, commercial and municipal markets. The Company has two wholly owned subsidiaries - SteriLumen, Inc. (“SteriLumen”) and Munn Works, LLC (“Munn Works”). SteriLumen’s Airocide® air purification devices are research-backed, clinically proven, and developed for NASA with assistance from the University of Wisconsin. Airocide® is listed as an FDA Class II Medical device, utilizes a proprietary photo-catalytic (PCO) bioconversion technology that draws air into a reaction chamber that converts damaging molds, microorganisms, dangerous airborne pathogens, destructive VOCs, allergens, odors, and biological gasses into harmless water vapor and green carbon dioxide without producing ozone or other harmful byproducts. Airocide® applications include healthcare, hospitality, grocery chains, wine-making facilities, commercial real estate, schools, dental offices, post-harvest, grocery, cannabis facilities, and homes. SteriLumen’s connected platform for Data-Driven Disinfection™ applies the power of ultraviolet light (UVC) to destroy pathogens safely, thoroughly, and automatically, addressing the challenge of healthcare-acquired infections ("HAIs"). Targeted for use in facilities that have high customer turnover such as hospitals, hotels, commercial facilities, and other public spaces, the Company’s Lumicide™ platform uses UVC LEDs in several patented designs for infection control in and around high-traffic areas, including sinks and restrooms, killing bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens residing on hard surfaces within devices’ proximity. The Company’s patented in-drain disinfection device, Lumicide Drain, is the only product on the market that addresses this critical pathogen-intensive location. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Brett Maas- Hayden IR brett@haydenir.com Company Website https://www.applieduvinc.com/

March 13, 2023 09:15 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Been Trying ChatGPT Out? PLNT App Utilizing Generative AI Is Now Helping People Take Care Of Their Plants

Appvillis UAB

By David Willey, Benzinga As industries scramble to make the most of ChatGPT, companies are looking for practical applications for generative artificial intelligence (AI) that can serve their businesses and the public. The new PLNT app showcases generative AI’s potential by tailoring it to plant identification and management. Since the pandemic and the shift towards working from home, plant ownership has gone up. Currently, two-thirds of American households own at least one houseplant. Houseplants are especially popular among younger generations, with millennials driving the growth in plant sales and making up 66% of the new purchases of potted greenery. Plant enthusiasm isn’t just for those with a green thumb, however. Being around houseplants can boost mental health and well-being, decreasing stress and increasing a sense of positive emotion. Plants can also reduce harmful airborne toxins by 87%, and research says owning a houseplant can even enhance productivity by as much as 15%. It's no wonder that the plant and flower growing market is worth $18.5 billion. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is getting involved too and is supporting urban agricultural development across the country. To aid its initiatives, the department recently invested an additional $14.2 million to promote city green spaces and help urban communities engage in agricultural activities. However, long-term care for a plant isn’t always easy. In a Statista poll, over 70% of houseplant owners admit to having recently killed a plant, with some having lost as many as six or more. Knowing how to manage different types of plants, as well as how much sunlight, water and fertilizer plants need can be tricky. PLNT is a new app that serves as a gateway for beginners and veterans alike to give their plants the care and attention they need. The Plant App Personalized With AI PLNT integrated generative AI to personalize user experience and to provide guidance on how to care for every type of plant. A quick picture will identify any type of plant, with a highly accurate identification rate of 97.8% accuracy. The app also provides a detailed explanation of how to care for the plant. Features include a light meter, a watering calculator and a care tasks system to ensure the plant gets just the right amount of light for its photosynthesis. The app also includes a dedicated AI assistant that can answer plant-specific questions any time of the day or night. This ChatGPT-style generative AI adds a personalized experience to the comprehensive in-app content that covers plant health and management. The plant doctor tool, also powered by AI, is there to monitor the plant’s health, and it offers treatment solutions when the plant gets sick. PLNT is an app created by a Lithuanian-based start-up company and is available today in the Apple app store. This article was originally published on Benzinga here. Appvillis UAB is a Lithuanian-based mobile app developer and publisher that creates innovative apps to improve people's lives. Their products include PLNT, an AI-powered plant assistant, ESIM Plus for worldwide mobile data and virtual phone numbers, and Nicegram, the most powerful alternative client for Telegram Messenger. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Investor Relations investor.relations@appvillis.com Company Website https://appvillis.com

March 13, 2023 09:15 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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ID-Pal expands into the United States with identity verification solution

ID-Pal

· Unique market offering simplifies identity verification for SMEs · Integrates seamlessly with global enterprises via API/SDK · Strategic expansion follows a successful launch in the UK in 2022 · Invited to join business and political leaders as part of Enterprise Ireland’s St. Patrick’s week program in New York Leading global identity verification solution firm ID-Pal, today introduced its offerings into the US market to meet demand for its platform across the United States. Championed by Enterprise Ireland, the US launch is building on ID-Pal’s success in serving both SMEs and enterprises across 30-plus industries with simple, secure, and convenient identity verification. Offering global coverage of more than 6000 identity documents across 200 jurisdictions and countries, clients now include payments and gift cards provider Blackhawk Network (BHN), leading procurement and compliance platform Certa, global payments company and a subsidiary of US Bancorp Elavon and the recent J.P. Morgan-acquired Global Shares. ID-Pal’s presence in the US is further bolstered by recent partnerships with financial service providers such as Spirit of Alaska Credit Union and award-winning lending and deposit account opening platform CreditSnap. The company also has an impressive network of strategic partners in the United States, that includes Salesforce, Corporate One and Melissa. Colum Lyons, CEO and founder of ID-Pal, said: “The standard of security, fast deployment, and digital transformation we provide organizations sets us apart. We work with industry leaders from across 30 sectors, which is evidence that our technology-first approach to identity verification makes it simple, secure, and convenient for any organization.” ID-Pal offers businesses an easy way to verify the identity of an individual. Using a unique blend of biometric, document, and database checks to verify identities in real time, the solution leverages automated decisioning and smart workflows to deliver industry-leading accuracy, and better outcomes, with data protection compliance built in. Available off-the-shelf to go live in minutes, ID-Pal also integrates seamlessly with existing processes via an API or SDK. It can be deployed same day and is fully customizable thus reducing lengthy development time and demands on in-house resources. Expansion into the United States allows ID-Pal to support financially regulated organizations struggling to balance compliance and fraud prevention with a friction-free user experience. The identity verification solution streamlines anti-money laundering (AML) and Know your Customer (KYC) compliance while offering a robust audit trail. Knowledge-based authentication (KBA) and database-focused solutions also struggle to match the sophistication of modern-day fraud, for which a multi-layered approach to verification via a platform like ID-Pal is needed. Karen Cohalan, Department Manager for Fintech, Financial & Business Services at Enterprise Ireland “Enterprise Ireland warmly welcomes ID-Pal’s launch in the US market. Supporting Irish-owned companies to achieve greater scale and expand their global footprint is an ongoing priority for Enterprise Ireland. Enterprise Ireland looks forward to working with the ID-Pal team to continue to support their growth ambitions as they expand their customer base in the US whilst continuing to create jobs here in Ireland.” The regtech’s official entrance into the US market comes less than a year after its successful launch in the UK and a Series A funding round. Today, UK businesses now account for over 30% of ID-Pal’s revenue and, following continued market traction there, 15% of their revenue is now from the US. Industry-approved and offering an award-winning user experience, the solution is ISO 27001 certified, which is the global SOC 2 equivalent. ID-Pal joined the prestigious 2022 AIFinTech 100 and 2023 RegTech100 lists of the world’s 100 most pioneering businesses in AI and regulatory technology, as well as ranking sixth in the Deloitte Fast 50 2022. In addition to the backing of the Irish government organization Enterprise Ireland, ID-Pal has received investment from European Inspire Investments, Act Venture Capital and US investors FA Ventures Fund, LTD, all of which have endorsed ID-Pal’s impressive expansion into new markets. Colum Lyons, CEO and founder of ID-Pal, added: "2022 was a landmark year for ID-Pal. In just nine months we launched in the UK, secured Series A funding, and now, with the support of Enterprise Ireland, our US and European investors, and our strategic partners, we are officially launching into the US in 2023.” Founded in 2016, ID-Pal is an award-winning ISO 27001 certified identity verification solution that enables businesses to verify identities and addresses in real-time. Offering a unique blend of industry-leading biometric, document and database checks to streamline AML and KYC in one GDPR compliant solution, it is available off-the-shelf and also integrates seamlessly with existing processes via an API or SDK. ID-Pal’s technology is also certified for the UK Digital Identity & Attributes Trust Framework (UKDIATF). Headquartered in Dublin and backed by Enterprise Ireland, ID-Pal offers global identity verification coverage of more than 6000 identity documents and 200 verified address data sources to enterprise clients and SMEs across 200 countries and jurisdictions. Ranked sixth in the 2022 Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Awards, ID-Pal is also a member of the global AIFintech100 2022 and listed in the RegTech100 2023. ID-Pal is a previous winner of Best Customer Facing Experience in the PAY360 Awards and the IT & Fintech Irish Times Innovation Award in 2022. For more information visit: www.id-pal.com Contact Details MKPR Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com

March 13, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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SPARK Microsystems annonce une ronde de financement de 48 millions de dollars canadiens menée par Idéaliste Capital

SPARK Microsystems

SPARK Microsystems, une entreprise montréalaise de semi-conducteurs spécialisée dans les communications sans fil à ultra-large bande (UWB) de nouvelle génération, a annoncé aujourd'hui la clôture d'une ronde de financement de série B de 34 millions de dollars canadiens, à laquelle s’ajoute un montant supplémentaire de 14 millions de dollars canadiens disponible sous réserve de l'atteinte de cibles opérationnelles. Menée par Idéaliste Capital, une société de capital d'investissement axée sur la transition énergétique et la décarbonation, la ronde inclut les actionnaires existants Cycle Capital, Exportation et développement Canada (EDC), Real Ventures et ND Capital. Cette ronde de financement permet à l'entreprise d'accroître ses ressources pour mener à bien sa mission, qui consiste à dépasser les limites de performance, de puissance et de durabilité des plateformes existantes sans fil à courte portée. Ces fonds seront utilisés pour accélérer l'acquisition de clientèle et le développement de partenariats, ainsi que le développement de produits sur les principaux marchés couvrant les appareils électroniques mobiles et les capteurs intelligents. Les émetteurs-récepteurs sans fil UWB à ultra-basse consommation énergétique, à faible latence et à haut débit de SPARK permettent de nouveaux niveaux de fonctionnalité et de performance, et ce sans compromis, pour une large gamme de produits grand public, industriels, de l’internet des objets (IoT) et de l’industrie automobile. « Grâce au soutien d'Idéaliste Capital et des investisseurs existants, SPARK Microsystems est en voie de concrétiser sa vision de créer des réseaux sans fil haute performance pour une large gamme de produits, avec des cycles de vie des batteries considérablement plus longs et une réduction des déchets pour un avenir plus durable et respectueux de l'environnement », a déclaré Fares Mubarak, PDG de SPARK Microsystems. « Ce nouveau financement marque une étape cruciale dans la commercialisation à grande échelle de la technologie UWB de SPARK, nous permettant de répondre à la demande croissante de performance accrue dans la connectivité sans fil à courte portée. » « Idéaliste Capital investit dans des entreprises innovantes telles que SPARK Microsystems, qui a développé une technologie de pointe permettant de rendre des appareils électroniques plus écologiques et économes en énergie, et ce sans compromis sur la performance », a déclaré Steeve Robitaille, co-associé-directeur chez Idéaliste Capital. « Nous sommes heureux d’accompagner SPARK dans le cadre de sa croissance future. La technologie de SPARK est extrêmement prometteuse pour les appareils et accessoires sans fil, incluant ceux sans batterie, alimentés par des technologies de récupération d'énergie. » « Nous sommes ravis de l’arrivée d'un nouvel investisseur dans l'entreprise qui partage notre conviction que la technologie de pointe de SPARK peut permettre une réduction significative de la consommation d'énergie dans un large éventail d'applications. Ce financement permettra d'accélérer le déploiement de la technologie à ultra-large bande des prochaines générations de SPARK, et ce à l'échelle mondiale », a déclaré Andrée-Lise Méthot, fondatrice et associée directeure de Cycle Capital. « Nous nous réjouissons de contribuer à la croissance de SPARK Microsystems, car nous sommes convaincus que l'équipe a mis au point un produit de pointe qui permettra aux appareils électroniques d'être plus écoénergétiques. » La technologie sans fil à courte portée UWB de SPARK Microsystems réduit considérablement la consommation d'énergie des appareils connectés. Ses attributs de performance sont essentiels pour permettre la prochaine génération d'appareils mobiles connectés sans fil et de capteurs optimisés pour une efficacité énergétique élevée, entraînant une réduction significative de l'utilisation des batteries et de leur remplacement. Parmi ses récents accomplissements, SPARK a élargi sa collaboration avec les organismes de normalisation de l'industrie (IEEE, UWB Alliance, Consortium FiRa™) et a construit un réseau mondial de vente et de distribution tout en remportant des distinctions et des investissements de Technologies du développement durable Canada (TDDC) pour l'amélioration de l'efficacité énergétique des appareils sans fil. Les émetteurs-récepteurs UWB de SPARK – à l’aide de trousses de développement logiciel et de designs de référence – sont adaptés aux besoins des clients pour la nouvelle génération de produits électroniques de masse et des capteurs IoT, et des engagements stratégiques sont déjà en cours de développement avec des leaders technologiques mondiaux. À propos de SPARK Microsystems SPARK Microsystems construit des dispositifs de communication sans fil UWB à courte portée de prochaine génération. La technologie SPARK UWB fournit des liaisons de communication sans fil à débit de données élevé et à très faible latence avec un profil de puissance ultra-faible, ce qui la rend idéale pour les réseaux personnels (PAN) utilisés dans les produits mobiles, grand public et connectés à l'IoT. Grâce à ses technologies brevetées, SPARK Microsystems permet de minimiser et d'éliminer les fils et les batteries d'un large éventail d'applications. Pour plus d'informations, rendez-vous sur sparkmicro.com. À propos d’Idéaliste Capital Idéaliste Capital est une société d’investissement qui se concentre sur l’accélération de la transition énergétique en fournissant du capital de croissance aux entrepreneurs en Amérique du Nord, en se concentrant principalement sur le marché canadien. Idéaliste Capital soutient les entreprises dont les activités permettent un impact climatique positif sur l’un de trois thèmes – (i) la décarbonation de l’apport en énergie, (ii) l’électrification des transports, et (iii) la décarbonation des processus industriels et l’économie circulaire. La société a un double mandat visant l’obtention d’excellents rendements ajustés au risque tout en soutenant des solutions qui sont bénéfiques pour le climat. Pour ce faire, Idéaliste Capital évalue son impact carbone et intègre des indicateurs clés de performance non-financiers dans toutes ses décisions d’investissement. Pour en savoir plus sur Idéaliste Capital, visitez Idéaliste Capital. À propos de Cycle Capital Cycle Capital est une plateforme de capital-risque de premier plan dans les technologies climatiques. Fondée en 2009, Cycle Capital investit à travers l’Amérique du Nord, l’Europe et l’Asie dans des entreprises en croissance qui commercialisent des solutions aux principaux défis écologiques mondiaux et contribuent à une transition nette zéro. Cycle Capital est le fondateur de Cycle Momentum – accélérateur + moteur d’innovation ouverte. Pour plus d’informations sur Cycle Capital, visitez: cyclecapital.com. Contact Details Jenna Beaucage +1 508-340-6851 jbeaucage@rainierco.com Company Website https://www.sparkmicro.com

March 13, 2023 07:48 AM Eastern Daylight Time

SPARK Microsystems Announces CDN$48 Million Financing Led by Idealist Capital

SPARK Microsystems

SPARK Microsystems, a Montreal-based fabless semiconductor company specializing in next-generation ultra-wideband (UWB) wireless communications, today announced the closing of CDN$34 million Series B financing, with an additional CDN$14 million available subject to meeting operational milestones. Led by Idealist Capital, a prominent investment firm focused on the energy transition and decarbonization, the round includes existing investors Cycle Capital, Economic Development Canada (EDC), Real Ventures, and ND Capital. This round of investment extends the company’s resources to deliver on its mission to transcend the performance, power, and sustainability limitations of legacy short-range wireless platforms. Proceeds will be used to accelerate customer acquisition and partner engagements, as well as product development for major markets spanning mobile electronic devices and smart sensors. SPARK’s ultra-low power, low latency, high data rate wireless UWB transceivers enable new levels of functionality and performance with no compromises for a broad range of consumer, industrial, IoT, and automotive products. “With strong backing from Idealist Capital and existing investors, SPARK Microsystems is well positioned to execute on its vision of creating high-performance wireless networks for a broad range of products with significantly longer battery lifecycles and reduced waste for a more sustainable, environmentally friendly future,” said Fares Mubarak, CEO, SPARK Microsystems. “This new financing marks a pivotal milestone in the mass market commercialization of SPARK’s UWB technology, equipping us to meet massive demand for breakthrough performance in short-range wireless connectivity.” “Idealist Capital embraces investment opportunities in innovators like SPARK Microsystems who developed a breakthrough technology to enable greener, energy efficient electronic devices without compromise in performance,” said Steeve Robitaille, Co-Managing Partner, Idealist Capital. “We are thrilled to support SPARK for its future growth. SPARK’s UWB technology holds tremendous promise for battery-less, wireless devices powered by energy harvesting technologies.” “We’re pleased to see a new investor join the company and share our belief that Spark’s cutting-edge technology can enable a significant energy consumption reduction in a wide range of applications. This financing will help accelerate the deployment of Spark’s next-generation ultra-wideband technology on a global scale,” said Andrée-Lise Méthot, Founder and Managing Partner at Cycle Capital. “We look forward to contributing to SPARK Microsystems’ growth as we are convinced the team has developed an industry leading product that will enable electronic devices to be more energy efficient.” SPARK Microsystems’ UWB short-range wireless technology dramatically reduces energy consumption for connected devices. Its performance attributes are essential for enabling the next generation of wireless connected mobile devices and sensors optimized for high energy efficiency, driving a significant reduction in battery usage and replacement. Among its recent milestones, SPARK has expanded its collaboration with industry standards organizations (IEEE, UWB Alliance, FiRa™ Consortium) and built a global sales and distribution network while winning accolades and investments from Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) for improving energy efficiency in wireless devices. SPARK transceivers – complemented with SDKs and reference designs – are designed into customers’ next-generation products in consumer and IoT sensor markets, with strategic engagements in progress with tier-one technology suppliers. About SPARK Microsystems SPARK Microsystems is a fabless semiconductor company that is leading the way towards ultra-low power wireless communications for consumer and IoT-connected devices. With its patented technologies, SPARK Microsystems is bringing to market a high-performance wireless transceiver that allows for orders of magnitude improved power consumption, latency and more accurate ranging and positioning, while providing higher data rates than competing technologies. For more information, please visit www.sparkmicro.com. About Idealist Capital Idealist Capital is an investment firm focused on accelerating the energy transition by providing growth capital to entrepreneurs across North America, with a primary focus on the Canadian market. Idealist Capital supports businesses whose activities enable positive climate impact across one of three themes – (i) the decarbonization of power supply, (ii) the electrification of transportation, and (iii) the decarbonization of industrials and circular economy. The Firm has a dual mandate to achieve excellent risk-adjusted returns while scaling solutions which are beneficial to the climate. Idealist Capital underwrites its carbon impact and integrates critical non-financial KPIs in its asset management process to build sustainable platforms. To learn more about Idealist Capital, visit idealist.capital. About Cycle Capital CapitalCycle Capital is a leading private ClimateTech venture capital investment platform with offices in North America, Europe and Asia. Cycle Capital invests in growing and commercializing innovative climatetech companies that develop solutions to contribute towards climate change mitigation by enabling a net-zero transition, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and optimizing resources and processes. Cycle Capital is the founder of Cycle Momentum Accelerator + Innovation Engine. Contact Details Rainier Communications for SPARK Microsytems Jenna Beaucage +1 508-340-6851 jbeaucage@rainierco.com Company Website https://www.sparkmicro.com

March 13, 2023 07:08 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Military Drones Become Crucial in Modern Warfare

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Mass-market military drones have forever changed the way wars are fought. The high cost of UAVs previously restricted the expansion of this market, but things are now gradually improving. Military systems across the world are discovering the need to invest in UAVs due to their effective operations of advanced security systems. The global military drones market was valued at $11.6 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach $34.3 billion in 2023. With powerful drivers such as increased government spending, the role of drones is expanding from intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance to new functions such as combat operations, delivery, and transportation. Epazz, Inc. (OTC: EPAZ) is a mission-critical provider of drone technology, blockchain mobile apps, and cloud-based business software solutions. Its spinoff, ZenaDrone is an autonomous drone monitoring, inspection, and surveillance solution provider. Epazz Holdings is currently prioritizing the development of the ZenaDrone 1000 autonomous drone product by upgrading its AI technology to boost its global reach across industries. The ZenaDrone team uses predictive AI analytics — or predictive modeling — to make forecasts of future outcomes based on acquired data. The company has been focusing on getting U.S. government contracts for the product, as it submitted Phase I SBIR contracts and is working on securing partnerships for Phase II. On March 10, Epazz announced ZenaDrone signed up a U.S. defense contractor to partner with on submitting a SBIR Phase II proposal. This partnership helps the company to accelerate the Phase II submission process, which includes a U.S. government customer that will be using its drone and partner technology. The company said it is working to add more partners who have already established contracts with the U.S. military to submit more proposals for Phase II in April. ZenaDrone has agreed to install its partner’s technology into its drones to test its offering. It will be part of the contract and, if awarded, will share proceeds of up to $1.2 million of the contract price. CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D., said, “ We met a lot of good companies during the January conference; they have been grateful to help us through the SBIR process. We look forward to working with them on Phase II.” Epazz Holding has significant revenue potential related to government contracts in the military drone market. Trading at these levels, EPAZ should be on the investors’ radar. Additional stocks in the military drone space to make note of include: Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY) is a global engineering company; whose Teledyne FLIR Defense unit provides militaries with intelligent sensing and threat detection technology, including unmanned systems. On Feb. 8 the company has been awarded a $13.3 million contract by the U.S. Department of Defense to further expand the capabilities of its R80D SkyRaider unmanned aerial system to autonomously perform chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear reconnaissance missions. For the base contract, Teledyne FLIR will deliver four SkyRaiders and six of each sensor payload, with options to support training, documentation, plus the delivery of additional UAS and payloads. Teledyne FLIR Defense will integrate flight control software that enables the SkyRaider Unmanned Aerial System to autonomously fly such missions currently performed by soldiers hand-carrying detection sensors into hazardous areas. This will allow soldiers to complete these missions without directly controlling the drone – and without exposing themselves to toxic substances. Thales Group (OTC:THLLY) is a multinational defense and aerospace company that provides advanced technology solutions in the areas of AI, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems. It is a which provides SKELDAR V-200, a remotely piloted aerial system used for reconnaissance, identification, and target acquisition. On Feb. 21 Saab AB became a part of the consortium for the European Detect and Avoid System funded by The European Commission. The grant agreement, worth over EUR 21 million, will have the Detect and Avoid system developed and tested on several unmanned platforms The company’s flagship SKELDAR V-200 has successfully performed live flight demonstrations using an innovative Detect and Avoid System capable of automatically maneuvering the UA around intruder aircraft. The demonstrations have proven the capability of the system when it encountered both cooperative and non-cooperative collision course scenarios and is considered a key milestone as part of the European Detect and Avoid System development, led by Saab. Conclusion The market for military drones has strong drivers as global military operations switch from relying on manned systems to increasingly relying on autonomous solutions. Investors hoping to benefit from this trend should follow the news and advances that these drone manufacturers make as they continue to innovate and bring down the costs of their products. Razorpitch Inc. is a marketing communications and investor relations firm serving private, pre-IPO, and public companies. RazorPitch specializes in corporate, investor, and stakeholder communications. Our goal is to raise visibility, expand awareness, and increase value. To learn more, visit RazorPitch.com. 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March 13, 2023 05:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

New to The Street Announces its TV Corporate Interviews Airing as Episodes 447 and 448 with Shows Starting on Saturday, March 11, 2023, 3:30 PM ET

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Newsmax TV airs Episode 447, Saturday, March 11, 2023, at 3:30 PM ET, featuring the following Corporate Interviews: 1). Private Securities - Linqto's interview with Joe Endoso, Chief Operating Officer, and Jack McDonold, Chief Executive Officer, PolySign 2). Digital Marketing - Thoughtful Media Group’s ( a Society Pass, Inc. Subsidiary ) (NASDAQ: SOPA) interview with Doan Chu, Chief Growth Officer. 3). Sustainable Solutions - The Sustainable Green Team, Ltd.'s (OTCQX: SGTM) ($SGTM) HumiSoil Product Documentary with Host Brian Rivera, Administrative Assistant. 4). Quantum Computing- Quantum Computing, Inc.'s (NASDAQ: QUBT) ($QUBT) interviews with Robert Liscouski, President, CEO/Chairman, and Hunter Gaylor, Co-host, New to The Street. 5). "Sekur Privacy & Sekur Security Segment" interview with internet privacy expert Mr. Alain Ghiai, CEO, Sekur Private Data Ltd. (OTCQX: SWISF) (CSE: SKUR) (FRA: GDT0) ( Sekur® ). FOX Business Network airs Episode 448, Monday, March 13, at 10:30 PM PT, featuring the following Corporate Interviews: 1). Private Securities - Linqto's interview with Joe Endoso, Chief Operating Officer, and Jack McDonald, Chief Executive Officer, PolySign 2). Digital Marketing - Thoughtful Media Group’s ( a Society Pass, Inc. Subsidiary ) (NASDAQ: SOPA) interview with Doan Chu, Chief Growth Officer. 3). Water Company- OriginClear, Inc.'s (OTC: OCLN) ($OCLN) interview with Riggs Eckelberry, CEO. 4). "Sekur Privacy & Sekur Security Segment" interview with internet privacy expert Mr. Alain Ghiai, CEO, Sekur Private Data Ltd. (OTCQX: SWISF) (CSE: SKUR) (FRA: GDT0) ( Sekur® ). New to The Street's TV Host Jane King interviews Joe Endoso, Chief Operating Officer at Linqto, and Jack McDonald, Chief Executive Officer, PolySign, which airs on Newsmax (Episode 447) and the FOX Business Network (Episode 448). Linqto helps its client identify, evaluate, and invest in the world's leading business, "Unicorns"- privately held startups valued at $1B US. Linqto is an investor in PolySign. Jack McDonald, CEO, PolySign, explains PolySign's fintech business that provides financial infrastructure products for institutional investors to access digital assets. Their clients are only institutional investors like crypto hedge funds, pension funds, and endowments. PolySign has three business divisions: qualified custodian business, fund administrative platforms, and digital assets settlement solutions. Digital assets include the cryptocurrencies and tokenization of traditional assets. Joe Endoso, COO at Linquto, talks about the PolySign investment, explaining its business growth from its unique digital solutions for digital transactions. The digital crypto blockchain world needs transparency and solutions to ensure regulatory compliance and confidence in the marketplace. PolySign's custodian business is a must in the crypto industry which can ensure solutions for crypto institutional investors and avoids conflicts of interest issues when holding clients' crypto/digital assets. Linquto sees PolySign as a leader in providing cutting-edge financial infrastructure products for the growing crypto industry. Viewers interested in becoming an investor in PolySign can learn more on Linquto's website. Linqto is private investing made simple; sign-up now. The on-screen QR code is available during the show; download or visit Linqto - https://www.linqto.com/. New to The Street airs on Newsmax TV (Episode 447) and the FOX Business Network (Episode 448) its Thoughtful Media Group's, a Society Pass, Inc. subsidiary, (NASDAQ: SOPA) interview with Doan Chu, Chief Growth Officer. Talking with TV Host Jane King, Doan explains to viewers the business operations at Thailand-based Thoughtful Media Group. Founded in 2010 and considered a leading SE Asian multi-channel global digital marketing and social media influencer agency, the Company works with many social media platforms to create and monetize content. With four core divisions: multi-channel networks, premier digital marketing services, social commerce/influencer advertising, and sports marketing (coming soon to market), Thoughtful Media Group can offer its customers a turn-key solution for easy content creation and digital marketing solutions. The parent company, Society Pass, Inc., acquired Thoughtful Media Group in 2022, creating immediate synergies with the other SOPA subsidiaries. Doan talks about how each subsidiary can enhance and grow its digital sales footprint using Thoughtful Media Group's digital ecosystem. And in turn, Thoughtful Media can leverage and maximize its content creations. Thoughtful Media Group is aggressively seeking strategic partnerships and acquisitions. Throughout S.E. Asia, digital marketing is a leading economic indicator, with many consumers shopping online. eCommerce entities see that paying for digital advertisements and social media postings is not enough to attract more customers. Thoughtful Media Group can develop a creative, digitally influenced brand campaign for its clients that uses short, interactive streaming videos showing engaged customers enjoying products and services. The onset of AI (Artificial Intelligence) creates new organic eCommerce marketing opportunities for many industries. Thoughtful Media Group positioned itself with its digital marketing ecosystems in helping its customers create targeted, interactive brand digital marketing platforms as AI eCommerce applications continue to grow. The on-screen QR code is available during the show; download or visit Society Pass, Inc.- https://thesocietypass.com/. The Sustainable Green Team, Ltd.’s (OTCQX: SGTM) ($SGTM) Brian Rivera, Administrative Assistant, host a HumiSoil product documentary airing on New to The Street’s show on Newsmax TV (Episode 447). HumiSoil HumiSoil is a patent product that can restore soil's organic nutrients and water solubility. Brian explains that farming and other agricultural uses deplete the world's soils of much-needed nutrients and water. HumiSoil can be the answer to more productive and fully organic crop yields. With no greenhouse gas emissions, no fertilizers, and works in any climate, HumiSoil can yield organic fruits, vegetables, and flowers. The fact that the product can replenish soil's water concentrations makes the product a must for any small garden to large farmers. During the documentary, Brain talks about the planet's future and his children looking for a world with climate issues and pollution. The world can vastly improve with sustainable products like HumiSoil, giving future generations sustainable opportunities. Brian tells viewers the "Time is Now to Invest in Sustainability." HumiSoil can organically change soil composition, helping the Earth from further climate deterioration. HumiSoil is "Good for the Human Soul." The Sustainable Green Team, Ltd. and VRM BioLogik Group have a strategic relationship and a distribution agreement, whereas SGTM can sell HumiSoil in the North American market. Viewers can learn more at The Sustainable Green Team, Ltd. - https://www.thesustainablegreenteam.com/. On Newsmax TV (Episode 447), Robert 'Bob' Liscouski, President, CEO, and Chairman of Quantum Computing, Inc. (NASDAQ: QUBT) ($QUBT) ("QCI") from the Nasdaq MarketSite studio, talk with New to The Street's Co-hosts, Jane King and Hunter Gaylor. Quantum Computing, Inc. is a full-stack quantum hardware and software company with a mission to achieve quantum computer solutions for real-world business applications. Recently, scientists received a Noble Peace Prize in Physics on "Photonic Quantum Entanglement." Albert Einstein believed that such photonic entanglements didn't exist. The awarded scientists provided evidence that entangled photons are real, and their work validates quantum computations. The growing field of quantum computations can create many applications for many industries. Hunter asks about a NASA contract awarded to QCI's wholly-owned subsidiary QI Solutions that use QCI's LiDAR system to compute snow depths from space. Bob explains that QCI's software computations and hardware offered to governmental needs are available, and it is a robust growth model for QCI. The US Government requires any Company to meet rigorous security requirements to sell services to federal entities. The Company has the right team of professionals with experience in government contract procurements. Bob tells viewers that QCI is ahead of the competition in getting its quantum software/hardware products to market. The Company's Entropy Quantum systems Dirac -1 and Dirac -2 (coming soon) and quadratic binary and integer-based optimization platforms offer solutions for complex business problems, including supply logistics. The on-screen QR code is available during the show; download or visit Quantum Computing, Inc. - https://www.quantumcomputinginc.com/. The FOX Business Network (Episode 448) re-airs New to The Street’s TV Host Jane King's interview with Riggs Eckelberry's, Chief Executive Officer of OriginClear, Inc. (OTC: OCLN) ($OCLN). OCLN is creating on-site water treatment and delivery systems for the industrial, commercial, and agricultural industries. From the Nasdaq MarketSite studio, Jane asked Riggs about the recent train derailment of toxic substances in East Palestine, OH, and the city's concerns about contaminated drinking water. Riggs informs viewers that OriginClear's Modular Water Systems™ and Water On Demand™ can deliver an immediate on-site solution for water delivery, treatments, and recycling, a quick solution not reliant on a municipalities water system. Most municipal controlled water infrastructures throughout the USA are old and dilapidated with much-needed repairs. Overall, the US infrastructure is decades old, including the water municipalities' delivery and treatment centers. OCLN offers its patented Modular Water System, an on-site portable container that can treat water efficiently and inexpensively for immediate use. An OriginClear customer can quickly solve water needs without the expensive bill associated with government-controlled municipal systems. The Company's Water-on-Demand gives customers per gallon cost from the on-site water delivery, available immediately and not supplied by a municipality. As a Water-as-a Service provider, OriginClear can offer an end user a sustainable alternative to outdated municipal systems. Recycling water using OriginClear's Clean Water Innovation Hub reduces cost and provides a sustainable outcome for water conservation needs. The US needs to change its understanding of water conservation, whereas only about 1% of water is recycled compared to Israel, which recycles about 90%. Investors can get involved through the Company's publicly listed shares that trade under the OTC: OCLN. And upon the US SEC regulatory approval on a "Reg. A Offering," non-accredited investors can make direct investments. Riggs tells viewers to go to the Company's website and click the "Green" button to learn more about investment offerings. OriginClear's mission is to disrupt and decentralize the monopoly-controlled water industries with new and exciting innovations and patents; the Company's value proposition is compelling. The on-screen QR code is available during the show to download more info or visit OriginClear, Inc. - https://www.originclear.com/. The updated interview originally aired on the FOX Business Network on 02/20/2023. New to The Street's "Sekur Privacy & Sekur Security Segment – The Weekly Hack" re-airs on Newsmax TV (Episode 444) and the FOX Business Network (Episode 445). Internationally acclaimed internet privacy expert Mr. Alain Ghiai, CEO at Sekur Private Data, Ltd. (OTCQX: SWISF) (CSE: SKUR) (FRA: GDT0) and TV Host / Multi-media Journalist Ana Berry discusses several cybersecurity breaches at GoDaddy. The cPanel access, an open-source code platform used by coders and programmers at GoDaddy, is the possible source of numerous hacks. Hackers accessed the cPanel and installed malware redirecting hosted domains and email accounts. GoDaddy's customers experienced many business disruptions from these cyberattacks. Sekur.com can offer a business and individuals a secure and private e-communication platform. SekurMail, with its SekurSend/SekurReply options, protect both the subscriber and the recipient, even if the recipient is not a Sekur subscriber. Sekur, with its encrypted military platform, operates on its wholly owned servers in Switzerland and can provide a security solution not available on those free, open-source Big Tech platforms. A business can migrate its domain onto the Sekur services platform. SekurMail is $7.00 for individuals and $10.00 for a business email, and with PROMO CODE: PRIVACY, subscribers can get an additional 15% off monthly and yearly subscriptions, good for 5-years on uninterrupted subscriptions. With Sekur's enhanced security features, end-users can greatly minimize a possible cybercriminals attack. Sekur Private Data, Ltd. operates its internet platforms and security businesses under the country of Switzerland's very tough privacy laws. It never data mines, never sells data, and never asks for a phone number. The on-screen QR code is available during the show to download more info or visit Sekur Private Data, Ltd. – http://www.Sekur.com. What is your privacy worth? The updated interview originally aired on Newsmax TV on 03/03/ 2023 and the FOX Business Network on 03/06/2023. About Linqto: Linqto is enabling a new class of investors to access pre-IPO opportunities. Linqto makes the private securities asset class accessible while reducing costs and saving time with the flexibility of trading directly on its platform. Linqto is easy to use, and its expert team is always available to answer your questions. Private investing made simple - https://www.linqto.com/. About PolySign: PolySign is a transformative financial technology company providing institutional investors with cutting-edge blockchain-enabled infrastructure in support of digital assets across the capital markets and payments sectors. The PolySign family of products includes MG Stover and Standard Custody and Trust Co. MG Stover is a full-service fund administration firm built by former auditors and fund operators to deliver world class solutions to the alternative investment industry. PolySign’s New York-regulated custodian, Standard Custody & Trust Company, is a next-generation Qualified Custodian offering novel, patented technology for securing secret keys - https://polysign.io/ About Society Pass Incorporated (NASDAQ: SOPA): Founded in 2018 as a data-driven loyalty, fintech and e-commerce ecosystem in the fast-growing markets of Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, which account for more than 80% of the SEA population, and with offices located in Angeles, Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Jakarta, Manila, and Singapore, Society Pass Incorporated ( NASDAQ: SOPA ) is an acquisition-focused holding company operating 6 interconnected verticals (loyalty, digital media, travel, telecoms, lifestyle, and F&B), which seamlessly connects millions of registered consumers and hundreds of thousands of registered merchants/brands across multiple product and service categories throughout SEA. Society Pass leverages technology to tailor a more personalised experience for customers in the purchase journey and to transform the entire retail value chain in SEA. SoPa operates Thoughtful Media Group, a Thailand-based, a social commerce-focused, premium digital video multi-platform network; NusaTrip, a leading Indonesia-based Online Travel Agency; Gorilla Networks, a Singapore-based, web3-enabled mobile blockchain network operator; Leflair.com, Vietnam’s leading lifestyle e-commerce platform; Pushkart.ph, a popular grocery delivery company in Philippines; Handycart.vn, a leading online restaurant delivery service based in Vietnam; and Mangan.ph, a leading local restaurant delivery service in Philippines - https://thesocietypass.com/. About The Sustainable Green Team, Ltd. (OTCQX: SGTM) ($SGTM) The Sustainable Green Team, Ltd. (OTCQX: SGTM) ($SGTM) is an emerging provider of environmentally beneficial solutions for preserving natural resources and the municipal waste and recycling industries. The Company is a wholesale manufacturer and supplier of wood-based mulch and lumber products, primarily in the Midwest, Southeast, and Ohio Valley regions. The Company also provides arbor care and storm recovery services to municipalities, corporations, and consumers, primarily in the southeastern United States. The Company plans to expand its operations through organic growth and strategic acquisitions that are both accretive to earnings and positioned for rapid growth from the resulting synergistic opportunities identified. The Company's customers include governmental, residential, and commercial clients - https://www.thesustainablegreenteam.com/. About VRM BioLogik Group: Since 1987, VRM BioLogik has developed and implemented technological advances globally that catalyze natural reactions, aiding in soil restoration, resolving environmental emergencies, and cleaning through attaining and sustaining ecosystem balance. VRM's agricultural product range works to enhance crop yield while restoring the nutrients in soils naturally. Its cleaner product range naturally removes residues from surfaces that harbor viruses and pathogens. The environmental management product range works to address and amend difficult environmental circumstances, including balancing wastewater, control of odor and organics digestion during emergency spills, and eliminating odors. VRM's livestock product range is a probiotic approach to environmental management in intensive growing situations - https://www.vrm.science/. About Quantum Computing, Inc. (NASDAQ: QUBT) ($QUBT) Quantum Computing, Inc. (QCI) (NASDAQ: QUBT) is a full-stack quantum software and hardware company on a mission to accelerate the value of quantum computing for real-world business solutions, delivering the future of quantum computing today. The Company is on a path to providing an accessible and affordable full-stack solution with real-world industrial applications using quantum entropy, which can be used anywhere and with little to no training. QCI are finance, computing, security, mathematics, and physics experts. They have over a century of experience with complex technologies ranging from leading-edge supercomputing to precision sensors and imaging technology to the security that protects nations. For more information about QCI, visit www.quantumcomputinginc.com. About PetVivo Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETV) (NASDAQ: PETVW) ($PETV): PetVivo Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: PETV) (NASDAQ: PETVW) ($PETV) is an emerging biomedical device company currently focused on the manufacturing, commercialization and licensing of innovative medical devices and therapeutics for companion animals. The Company's strategy is to leverage human therapies for the treatment of companion animals in a capital and time efficient way. A key component of this strategy is the accelerated timeline to revenues for veterinary medical devices, which enter the market much earlier than more stringently regulated pharmaceuticals and biologics. PetVivo has a pipeline of seventeen products for the treatment of animals and people. A portfolio of nineteen patents protects the Company's biomaterials, products, production processes and methods of use. The Company's lead product Spryng ™ with OsteoCushion ™ technology, a veterinarian-administered, intraarticular injection for the management of lameness and other joint related afflictions, including osteoarthritis, in dogs and horses, is currently available for commercial sale - https://petvivo.com/ and https://www.sprynghealth.com/. About Sekur Private Data Ltd. (OTCQX: SWISF) (CSE: SKUR) (FRA: GDT0): Sekur Private Data, Ltd. (OTCQX: SWISF) (CSE: SKUR) (FRA: GDT0) is a cybersecurity and internet privacy provider of Swiss-hosted solutions for secure communications and secure data management. The Company distributes a suite of secure cloud-based storage, disaster recovery, document management, encrypted emails, and secure communication tools. Sekur Private Data, Ltd. sells its products through its websites www.sekur.com, and approved distributors, and telecommunication companies worldwide. Sekur Private Data, Ltd. serves consumers, businesses, and governments worldwide - https://www.sekurprivatedata.com and https://www.sekur.com; Twitter: @sekurprivate. About New to The Street: New to the Street is an FMW Media production that operates one of the longest-running US and International sponsored and syndicated Nielsen Rated programming television brands, "New to The Street," and its blockchain show, "Exploring The Block." Since 2009, these brands have run biographical interview segment shows across major U.S. television networks. The paid-for-television programming platforms can potentially reach over 540 million homes in the US and international markets. FMW's New to The Street / Newsmax televised broadcasting platform airs its syndication on Saturdays at 3:30 – 4:00 PM ET. FMW is also one of the nation's largest buyers of linear television, long and short-form paid programming - https://www.newsmaxtv.com/Shows/New-to-the-Street & https://www.newtothestreet.com/. Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer: This press release contains forward-looking statements within Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by the following words: "anticipate," "believe," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "ongoing," "plan," "potential," "predict," "project," "should," "will," "would," or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. However, not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are not a guarantee of future performance or results and will not necessarily be accurate indications of the times at which such performance or results are achieved. This press release should be considered in all filings of the Companies contained in the Edgar Archives of the Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov. Contact Details FMW Media Monica Brennan +1 917-330-2564 monica@NewtoTheStreet.com New To The Street Business Development Office +1 516-696-5900 support@newtothestreet.com Company Website https://newtothestreet.com/

March 10, 2023 09:06 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Nextech3D.ai hosts webinar to showcase company’s technology and future plans

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Nextech3D.ai CEO Evan Gappelberg joined Proactive's Steve Darling, along with ARway head of product Shadnam Khan and Toggle3D chief product officer Dasha Vdovina, on a live event to talk about the company, its technology and what the future holds for the different sectors of the company. Contact Details Proactive Investors Canada +1 604-688-8158 na-editorial@proactiveinvestors.com

March 10, 2023 07:37 AM Eastern Standard Time

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