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Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids are Breaking the Hearing Barrier and Revolutionizing Accessibility

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October marks the beginning of Audiology Awareness Month, a crucial period to highlight the importance of hearing health. Recently, Shannon Pope, Head of Diversity & Sustainability at Sony Electronics, conducted a satellite media tour to help raise awareness about hearing health and to highlight the latest advancements in hearing solutions and over-the-counter hearing aids. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/auiXuwy0Olo According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in 4 U.S. adults ages 20 to 69 who report excellent to good hearing already shows signs of hearing loss due to noise overexposure. Even though hearing loss is widespread, for many people, hearing health isn’t a consideration until they find they have noticeable hearing loss, such as missing part of a conversation. Sony’s Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids were created for the purpose of breaking down current barriers faced by those with hearing loss and provide an easy, do-it-yourself hearing solution for adults 18 and older with signs of mild to moderate hearing loss all without a doctor’s prescription. To learn more about your hearing, and how you could benefit from over-the-counter hearing aids, try this online at home hearing evaluation: electronics.sony.com/hearingtest. iv The CRE-C10 and the CRE-E10 self-fitting over-the-counter hearing aids were designed with the understanding that one size does not fit all, and that people deserve options that best fit their unique needs, situations, and lives. Utilizing the Sony Hearing Control app, users can set up and customize the devices. The CRE-C10 and CRE-E10 intuitively adapt to each user’s speech and surroundings, blending the latest technology with comfort to meet each individual’s hearing goals. i Created for daily use each device features an easy-to-navigate app interface with customizable options for the wearer’s specific hearing needs and preferences. Sony’s two models provide more choice when it comes to the look and capabilities of high-end hearing devices. i As one of the smallest over-the-counter hearing aids on the market, the CRE-C10 has a sleek, discreet design that delivers exceptional sound quality, yet is virtually invisible when worn and has a long battery life of up to 70 hours of continuous use. ii The CRE-E10 has an earbud-like design combining excellent sound quality and comfort, and offers the wearer both confidence and convenience. In addition, CRE-E10 has a rechargeable battery for wireless charging that delivers up to 26 hours of continuous use ii and is also Bluetooth compatible letting the user easily connect to streaming audio or music (iOS only). iii Regardless of which device the user selects, both models deliver outstanding automatic noise reduction and speech in noise features, for better understanding in challenging listening environments like restaurants. The user also has the ability to adjust and customize both volume and sound quality in the moment to ensure the best personalized listening experience in a variety of settings. As Sony works to fill the world with emotion, through the power of creativity and technology, these hearing devices hope to help to destigmatize the wearing of hearing aids and make the conversation more accessible while offering a premium over-the-counter hearing experience at a more affordable price point than current prescription devices. The Sony CRE-E10 and CRE-C10 i over-the-counter hearing aids are available directly from Sony and through third-party retailers including Amazon, Best Buy, and select hearing-care professionals. Now through Oct. 29, the CRE-C10 model is $100 off. Take Sony’s online hearing evaluation to find out if Sony’s over-the-counter hearing aids may be right for you. Go to electronics.sony.com/hearingtest. iv About Shannon Pope Shannon Pope is the Head of Diversity & Sustainability at Sony Electronics North America. She oversees Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEI&B), which includes talent acquisition and the employee experience. In her role, Shannon is responsible for ensuring DEI&B is reflected at every stage in the employee journey. In addition, she works closely with leaders of our Accessibility and Environmental Impact pillars to support Sony’s global corporate social responsibility goals. About Sony Electronics Inc. Sony Electronics is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America and an affiliate of Sony Group Corporation, one of the most comprehensive entertainment companies in the world, with a portfolio that encompasses electronics, music, motion pictures, mobile, gaming, robotics and financial services. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Sony Electronics is a leader in electronics for the consumer and professional markets. Operations include research and development, engineering, sales, marketing, distribution and customer service. Sony Electronics creates products that innovate and inspire generations, such as the award-winning Alpha Interchangeable Lens Cameras and revolutionary high-resolution audio products. Sony is also a leading manufacturer of end-to-end solutions from 4K professional broadcast and A/V equipment to industry leading 4K and 8K Ultra HD TVs. Visit http://www.sony.com/news. for more information. i Sony | Hearing control app – Use app on smartphone to personalize settings. Download app at Google Play and the App Store at the time of the launch. Network services, content, operating system and software subject to terms and conditions and may be changed, interrupted or discontinued at any time and may require registration. ii Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, and usage. Batteries are consumable products and their capacity degrades over time as they age. Sony does not guarantee the life span of the battery. iii Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary. iv This is not a diagnostic hearing test or medical assessment. It is designed to give you general information about your hearing. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

October 10, 2023 01:37 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Substrate Artificial Intelligence "in the right place" after completing Aquis listing

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Substrate Artificial Intelligence (OTCQB:SUIAF) Chairman Lorenzo Serratosa & CEO Ivan Garcia visit the Proactive London studio to speak with Thomas Warner after the Spanish company successfully completed its listing on the Aquis exchange. Garcia and Serratosa expressed their enthusiasm for the move, saying that London's thriving AI ecosystem makes it a magnet for both retail and institutional investors. Garcia emphasises the company's growth strategy, which includes acquiring UK-based businesses and leveraging their existing technologies. Serratosa reveals that Substrate AI is also eyeing potential acquisitions in South America, recognising the region's rich pool of technical talent. On the R&D front, Garcia says the company is developing a cutting-edge technology which automates tasks using virtual assistants. This technology allows virtual assistants to communicate and collaborate, with humans retaining oversight. Serratosa also underscores the company's commitment to harnessing AI for fostering sustainability and driving economic efficiencies. Contact Details Proactive UK Ltd +44 20 7989 0813 uk@proactiveinvestors.com

October 10, 2023 10:57 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Global Connectivity looking to pass 350,000 UK homes within the next year

Global Connectivity PLC

Global Connectivity PLC (AQSE:GCON) Executive Chairman Keith Harris speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive about the strides the business is making in bringing high-speed internet to the UK's rural communities. Founded three years ago as Rural Broadband Solutions PLC, GCON aims to narrow the digital divide between metropolitan and rural regions. Harris highlighted that 80% of the UK is designated as rural, housing 20% of the population. He says that while major firms focus on metropolitan areas, Global Connectivity instead zeroes in on rural communities. The company recently partnered with US-based Tiger Infrastructure Partners Fund III LP, which acquired 85% of Global Connectivity for a £75 million investment. Additionally, a merger with Macquarie and another infrastructure fund has positioned the resulting entity Voneus as the UK's largest rural broadband player, with plans to invest £250 million and reach 350,000 homes within the next year. Harris concludes by saying that he anticipates significant sector consolidation by early 2025. Contact Details Proactive UK Ltd Proactive UK Ltd +44 20 7989 0813 uk@proactiveinvestors.com

October 10, 2023 09:28 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Shaquille O’Neal Debuts “Shaq’s Fantasy Lab” on Las Vegas Strip

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NBA Hall of Famer and internet beloved Shaquille O'Neal, also known as "Shaq", and Fantasy Lab Las Vegas officially debut “Shaq’s Fantasy Lab” to the public. The entertainment venue and basketball legend announced their partnership on September 18th, appointing O’Neal with the new title of Chief Fantasy Officer “CFO” at Fantasy Lab in Las Vegas. Now locals and incoming travelers can experience Shaq’s Fantasy Lab for themselves. This partnership brings together the limitless world of immersive experiences and the unparalleled charisma of Shaq. “ Fantasy Lab quickly became one of my favorite places to visit when I’m in Las Vegas, so I was excited when the opportunity to get involved presented itself. I’ve loved working with Fantasy Lab’s innovative minds, and can’t wait for everyone to see what we’re doing with the space,” says Shaquille O’Neal. Located at Fashion Show Las Vegas shopping mall, Fantasy Lab is a one-of-a-kind ticketed immersive experience that all ages can enjoy as well as a collection of thoughts, dreams, and emotions brought to life by original technologies that blur the line between science and fiction. A collection of love, fear, hope, heartbreak, and beauty scattered across multiple rooms Enlightenment, Insomnia, Kaleidoscope, Nightmare, Circus, Labyrinth, Stars), each with its own story to tell. “ In both our Mexico City and Las Vegas venues, our goal is to make our visitors leave Fantasy Lab feeling more uplifted than when they walked in. Partnering with Shaq has been the alignment we’ve been searching for due to his genuine enthusiasm for bringing fun into everything he does. Apart from a legendary NBA career, Shaq has been known for his positive and light-hearted character and attitude in everything he does and we know together we can leave a positive mark on our Vegas visitors,” shares Ricardo Franco, co-owner and co-founder of Fantasy Lab. On top of revamping the seven experiential rooms at Fantasy Lab to fit Shaq’s fantasies and larger-than-life personality, Shaq’s Fantasy Lab will also have a full bar and kitchen. Visitors will be able to choose from 2 different experiences, Time to Dream and Midnight Dreams. While visitors can expect the same immersive audio-visual experience with both, Midnight Dreams takes place Wednesday through Sunday from 8 p.m. to close and is designed for the 21 and over crowd in Vegas. It’s a free-roaming experience where guests can explore the seven rooms at their own pace, each with different popular music and original visuals. Guests are also welcome to savor a drink as they roam and absorb the atmosphere. Time to Dream is every day until 8 p.m. and is a family-friendly experience designed to be fun for people of all ages. Guests spend about 10 minutes in each room to fully soak up the experience. Alcohol is not permitted during the day for the Time to Dream experience. For additional information visit shaqsfantasylab.com. To purchase tickets visit Time to Dream and Midnight Dreams. Fantasy Lab LV can also be found on: Facebook and Instagram. About Fantasy Lab Fantasy Lab is an immersive experience, originally in Mexico City and expanded into Las Vegas, that is a collection of thoughts, dreams, and emotions brought to life by original technologies that blur the line between science and fiction. A collection of love, fear, hope, heartbreak, and beauty scattered across multiple rooms, each with its own story to tell. As pioneers of immersive experiences, Fantasy Lab believes in a world where technology provides hope and connection, not disenchantment and isolation, and they are doing their part to make it a reality. Contact Details Eleven11 Media Relations Juliana Martins +1 725-200-3701 juliana@eleven11mediarelations.com Company Website https://fantasylablv.com/

October 10, 2023 09:04 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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SuperOps.ai raises Series B funding of $12.4m as customer numbers rally and launches new advanced network monitoring tool

SuperOps.ai

SuperOps.ai, the AI-powered IT management SaaS platform, announced today that it has raised $12.4 million in Series B funding, bringing total funds raised to date to $29.4 million. The funding round was led by Addition and March Capital, with participation from Matrix Partners. SuperOps.ai is a unified platform that helps transform Managed Service Providers (MSPs) into highly effective and profitable businesses that can successfully meet the changing demands of the future. As a one-of-its-kind cloud native, SuperOps.ai simplifies the IT management process and workflow of MSPs on a single, unified platform. It enables them to move away from fragmented tools by bringing together the capabilities of remote monitoring and management of client assets with professional services automation functionalities including service desk, cash flow management, reporting, client management and more. Over the last 12 months, customer numbers at SuperOps.ai increased 300%. Today, SuperOps.ai launched advanced Network Monitoring capabilities as part of the unified platform to further expand its offering to MSPs. Now, MSPs will be able to include Network Monitoring as a service without having to onboard yet another tool. For early access of the new advanced Network Monitoring functionality, interest can be registered here. “The IT support landscape has been evolving rapidly and MSPs need to keep up to navigate this fast-changing world. Traditionally, MSPs relied on a mix of tools that resulted in high costs and lack of visibility and efficiency. Now, with SuperOps.ai, they can move from outdated point products to a unified platform that is built specifically with their needs in mind,” said Arvind Parthiban, Co-founder and CEO of SuperOps.ai. “I am excited about the launch of advanced network monitoring as part of our unified SuperOps.ai platform, so MSPs can offer more services to their clients without adding on more tools. This is in keeping with our promise to MSPs that we will always listen to them, co-build with them, be transparent, provide them with first class support, not tie them down with contracts, and help them grow. Our goal is to keep developing our platform further so that it can keep supporting MSP ambitions as they take on increasingly complex IT challenges.” The $280-billion MSP industry is dominated by small and medium-sized businesses, which have struggled with tools that have not seen any innovation for years. SuperOps.ai has changed this status quo. With the proceeds of the fund raise, SuperOps.ai plans to increase its investments in further enhancing its AI capabilities. SuperOps.ai’s AI framework is advancing into a predictive intelligence layer that will not only help MSPs improve their efficiency but also move from solving client issues to pre-empting them, thus saving precious technician time and improving the quality of support. SuperOps.ai is also scaling partnerships with vendors in areas including cybersecurity, payments and data backup to ensure MSPs have 360-degree technology support. The company will also be investing in community-led initiatives aimed at helping MSPs in areas beyond technology. “SuperOps.ai is revolutionizing how MSPs run and grow their operations and is ushering them into the future,” said Todd Arfman of Addition. “We are excited to continue supporting the SuperOps.ai team as they help transform MSP businesses with their powerful, AI-native, easy-to-use platform.” “We are excited to partner with Arvind and the team at SuperOps as they empower the MSP market with their secure, cloud & AI native platform for PSA, RMM, IT documentation, project management, and network management. The SuperOps team has strong domain experience and a customer-first approach, and we believe they are well-positioned to drive innovation in the underserved MSP market,” said Ravi Rajamony, Vice President at March Capital. While SuperOps.ai supports MSPs globally, it is committed to deepening its investments and on-ground presence in the U.S. and appointed Juan Fernandez as Channel Chief earlier this month. In this role, Mr. Fernandez will spearhead SuperOps.ai’s efforts to build more value for MSPs. Fernandez is an experienced MSP industry leader, who built an MSP business worth $20 million in six years, before selling it. Co-author of the highly popular “The MSP Handbook”, Fernandez is also a member of the Comptia North American Executive Council. About SuperOps SuperOps.ai is a unified PSA-RMM platform powered by AI and intelligent automation, built for fast-growing MSPs. The company was founded in 2020 by serial entrepreneur Arvind Parthiban and Jayakumar Karumbasalam, who have a combined experience of over 35 years in the IT industry. CEO Arvind previously co-founded the leading website optimizFation software, Zarget, which he sold in 2017. With a deep commitment to innovation and a focus on customer success, SuperOps.ai equips MSPs with the tools they need to streamline operations, enhance service delivery, and grow their businesses.For more information please visit https://superops.ai/ About March Capital March Capital is a top-tier venture growth firm headquartered in Santa Monica, California and investing globally since 2014. March identifies entrepreneurs with a provocative vision to lead the future and later-stage companies poised for growth, then dares to go all in by leading rounds with deep conviction and concentration risk. With $1.65B+ in capital over 4 funds and across 25+ market-leading technology companies, March accelerates the digital transformation of cloud-based software, automation, AI & IT infrastructure. Our vision is to create a best-in-class technology investment platform by combining intense sector focus, patience, access to a global leadership network (including founding The Montgomery Summit), and high-impact portfolio engagement to inspire & accelerate extraordinary companies. For more information, please visit https://marchcp.com/ Contact Details SuperOps Radhika Nair radhika.nair@superops.ai Company Website https://superops.ai/

October 10, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Meet Your Friendly Neighborhood Knightscope Robot

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By Faith Ashmore, Benzinga Click here to learn more about the Knightscope Public Safety Infrastructure Bond. For many decades, people have been imagining how robots would fit into the future. Whether it was Sonny from Isaac Asimov’s I, Robot, the equally awe-inspiring and terror-inducing Terminator, or everyone’s favorite Wall-E, robots have been a part of pop culture for decades. Well, now robots are no longer a thing solely reserved for Hollywood. And better yet, they are helping keep the streets safe without the risk of going rogue. The future is now. In an ever-evolving world, public safety is in need of an upgrade. AI and robotics are part of the solution to create safer public spaces while decreasing human error that can come from human police officers. Knightscope (NASDAQ: KSCP) is a technology company ushering in the dawn of Autonomous Security Robots (ASRs) and working hard to protect U.S. citizens from crime across the country. The company has over a decade of experience and has shown its solutions to be effective. For example, when one of its units was deployed in Huntington Park, Los Angeles County, there were 46% fewer crime reports overall – and they have recently renewed the contract for the 5th year in a row. Knightscope’s success has garnered national attention, and the company has won corporate contracts with major corporations such as PENN Entertainment (NASDAQ: PENN), PG&E (NYSE: PCG), ABM (NYSE: ABM) and Lowe's (NYSE: LOW) The company’s robots are designed to enhance safety and security in various environments, such as corporate campuses, shopping malls and hospitals. Knightscope robots operate autonomously, meaning they can navigate and patrol areas without human intervention. They utilize a combination of sensors, cameras and artificial intelligence algorithms to detect and analyze their surroundings in real time. The robots are equipped with 360-degree cameras, thermal imaging sensors, and license plate recognition capabilities to capture and analyze visual data. They can also detect signals from Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices, helping to identify potential security threats. The data collected by the Knightscope robots is sent to a central command center through a secure wireless network. The command center operators can monitor the robot's feed, receive alerts for suspicious activity, and control the robot's movements remotely when necessary. The robots were also designed with a large physical presence to serve as a deterrent, as their presence often helps to discourage criminal activity. Knightscope’s influence and reach seem to be on the rise. Just in 2023, the company has made more than 50 announcements including numerous contracts and reports it is on track to double its revenue versus 2022. These contracts further validate the growing demand for Knightscope's robotic solutions as they continue to work through a nearly $5 million backlog of new orders.. The company is also joining the NYPD and MTA in New York City. Their robots will operate within the subway system during the late-night hours of 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. The K5 robots maintain a balance of effectiveness and approachability, being both engaging and respectful of privacy. Better yet, they were designed to be photogenic, and NYC tourists are sure to get a kick out of the recent development. This deployment signifies the continued expansion of Knightscope's robots to support policing efforts throughout the United States – with the largest city in the country with the largest police department in the country taking the lead Another notable development is the launch of their School Safety Grant Program. This initiative enables individuals to contribute to creating safer learning environments in K-12 schools. By pooling together non-deductible donations, the program aims to partially subsidize schools facing budget constraints, preventing them from implementing Knightscope's advanced security technologies. This endeavor is a powerful way to protect children, faculty, and administrators within educational institutions. The company is currently offering an investment opportunity for interested parties to buy bonds. Over recent years, there has been an increase in the development of robotic technologies for everyday life activities. Positive attitudes towards robots are increasing, and while there are mixed views globally, there is an overall recognition of the potential benefits and positive impact of robot use in society. The demand for robots is only poised to grow. In 2021. The robotics market was valued at $31.38 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach $110.39 by 2030 with a CAGR of 15% from 2022-2030. Knightscope seems well-positioned to capitalize on this growth and be a potential leader in the U.S. market. Click here to learn more about the Rise of the Robots. This post contains sponsored content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. AN OFFERING STATEMENT REGARDING THIS OFFERING HAS BEEN FILED WITH THE SEC. THE SEC HAS QUALIFIED THAT OFFERING STATEMENT, WHICH ONLY MEANS THAT THE COMPANY MAY MAKE SALES OF THE SECURITIES DESCRIBED BY THE OFFERING STATEMENT. THE OFFERING CIRCULAR THAT IS PART OF THAT OFFERING STATEMENT IS AVAILABLE HERE. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

October 10, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Ryan Jaime Joins Enerflo as VP of Business Development to Help Grow Partnerships and Integrations

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With a combined 17 years of experience in the home improvement and solar industries, Ryan Jaime joins Enerflo as Vice President of Business Development, with the goal of growing Enerflo’s partnerships and integrations. Ryan brings his vast network of industry relationships and love of people with him to expand Enerflo’s reach and connections. Ryan Jaime started his career focused primarily on smart home and energy management until about 3 years ago, when the convergence of smart home, energy management and solar drew him deeper into the solar industry. Most recently, Ryan was the Senior Director over the Smart Solar Dealer program at Vivint. Prior to that, Ryan was chosen by Richard Perry, President & CEO of Ackerman Security at the time, to be President of Prodigy, the Dealer Program for Ackerman Security. During Ryan’s tenure, Prodigy experienced 18 months of explosive growth with a talented team that he had the opportunity to assemble. Now, Ryan is excited to bring his experience and passion for people, solar and tech to Enerflo to help expand Enerflo’s partner and integrations network -- and ultimately grow market share. “From the first time I met Jaime, I knew I wanted to work with him. I have never met anyone as well-connected and humble as Jaime. He’s the perfect addition to the Enerflo team,” said Enerflo Co-Founder, Spencer Oberan. “I am really excited to join the Enerflo team,” said Jaime. He continued, “The Co-Founders are dedicated to building a world-class solar platform, and I think Enerflo is uniquely positioned for success.” Since its inception, Enerflo was purpose-built as an open API software platform for residential solar installers, EPCs, sales dealers and hybrid orgs in order to integrate with the hundreds of other software tools those businesses already use versus forcing them to use a closed ecosystem solution with limited functionality and flexibility. This open platform approach gives residential solar businesses the most flexibility in custom configuring an instance of Enerflo that best supports and optimizes their business processes. Because of Enerflo’s open platform approach, business development is a critical cornerstone of Enerflo’s ability to connect and integrate with a wide variety of companies that serve the solar industry, such as software and tools for sales enablement, PV system design and plan sets, financing, cash payments, TPO and solar lease, CRM and many more. About Enerflo Enerflo is the only Lead to PTO, open API Solar Platform: Cutting soft costs and project duration through tech consolidation, data centralization and process efficiencies. Purpose-built for Residential Solar Installers, EPCs and Sales Dealers, Enerflo helps these organizations deploy more solar and related services through sales and business process automation. Installers rely on multiple tools from lead to install; Enerflo connects them with native platform features into one, cohesive sales and install platform. Enerflo is the backbone of some of the top solar providers, powering billions of dollars in revenue, and can be relied on to deliver one connected flow from lead to PTO. Learn more at enerflo.com. Contact Details Enerflo Rebecca Taylor +1 760-214-5549 marketing@enerflo.io Company Website https://enerflo.com/

October 10, 2023 06:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time

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Starpax’s Cancer Technology Looks To Address A Major Problem That Chemotherapy And Immunotherapy Haven’t Solved For A Century

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By Kimberly Adams, Benzinga The human body has healthy cells that reproduce to replace damaged or missing cells in the tissues. Cancer starts when one of those cells begins to have an abnormal reaction that causes it to reproduce perpetually. It takes approximately one billion of these cancer cells to end up with a ¾-inch tumor. So, imagine how many cancer cells a 2-inch tumor gets. If you don’t kill all these cancer cells, a single cancer cell left could cause the cancer to come back. When tumors grow, blood vessels in the tumor begin to malfunction, becoming chaotic and often collapsing. Drugs and immune cells need blood vessels to reach all cancer cells in a tumor, however, unfortunately, there are regions of the tumor where cancer cells are totally inaccessible. These regions are called hypoxic zones – where the level of oxygen is extremely low – and this is where the cancer stem cells are located. It is very important for a cancer treatment to eliminate cancer stem cells because they are the major driver of metastasis in the patient’s body and resistance to treatment. It is well documented that systemic chemotherapy or immunotherapy fails to reach hypoxia zones to kill cancer stem cells. The reason is simple – if there are no blood vessels to bring drugs or immune cells next to a cancer cell, the counter-tumor action cannot work because drugs or immune cells are not self-propelled to travel by themselves in the interstitial spaces of the tumor tissues. Of course, when the blood vessels in a tumor are not too damaged and hypoxic zones are still absent, patients see treatments showing some efficacy. But the problem is that cancer diagnostics often come too late and hypoxic zones are too often already present in the tumor at the patient’s first exam. This is where Starpax’s never-before-seen extraordinary technology comes in – to address specifically this problem of reaching cancer cells in hypoxic zones. Starpax Magnetodrones™ are self-propelled, meaning they can swim in the interstitial space of tumor tissues without the need for blood vessels. The Magnetodrones are proprietary nonpathogenic Starpax living bacteria (Bn1-S™) developed in-laboratory, conceived to transport FDA-approved anticancer molecules attached to their surface. They are injected directly into the tumor, not in the blood vessels. They are sensitive to very special magnetic fields generated by the Starpax Polartrak™, a medical device invented by Starpax in which the patient is installed. The Polartrak creates unique patented virtual monopole magnetic fields vectors that control the trajectory of the Magnetodrones in 3D with millimetric precision inside the tumor in order to force them to spread throughout the whole volume of the tumor while they release drugs to the cancer cells on their path. Also, the PolarTrak is conceived to create a magnetic sphere around the tumor that keeps the Magnetodrones captive inside the tumor, thus aiming to avoid toxicity to the rest of the patient’s body and typical side effects of systemic treatments that could damage healthy tissues and organs. Another specific characteristic of the Magnetodrones is they are aerotactic – that means they search for a low level of oxygen to be comfortable. The Magnetodrones have been developed to live in a culture media with an excessively low oxygen level which is the same as the oxygen level in a hypoxic zone. So, when they pass by a hypoxic zone, they stop swimming, penetrate and accumulate into it to deliver anticancer drug to stem cells inaccessible by current systemic treatments or even immune cells. Since stem cells do not divide in hypoxia zones – The Magnetodrones bring a specific drug molecule into this area that reverses chemoresistance of the hypoxic zones in order to destroy stem cells. Magnetodrones cannot proliferate in the human body as they die within 60 minutes after the injection because the temperature of the human body is too high for them to survive. Having reached 100% remission rate and no side effects observed in their preclinical studies, Starpax is confident of achieving similar results in its human clinical studies scheduled for the end of the first quarter of 2024. This post contains sponsored content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

October 10, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

BLUEPEAK’S INVESTMENT IN SOUTH DAKOTA TOPS $55 MILLION WITH PLANS TO DOUBLE OVER THE NEXT TWO YEARS

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Bluepeak ’s investment into South Dakota’s broadband internet infrastructure and business operations within the state total approximately $55 million since 2021. In addition, the internet provider directly supports nearly 300 jobs in the state and plans to reach its $115 million investment goal in South Dakota by the end of 2025. The economic impacts are derived from various aspects of Bluepeak’s activity, including capital spending, employment, business purchases, charitable contributions and community sponsorships. “I’m proud of the positive impact Bluepeak has made to the South Dakota economy and we look forward to continuing that support and doing more,” said Bluepeak CEO Rich Fish. “Our success is due to the South Dakota communities we serve who continuously inspire us to push the boundaries of possibility." Infrastructure Investment In all, Bluepeak has spent or committed to investing approximately $115 million in South Dakota's broadband internet infrastructure that will reach close to 200,000 homes and businesses in the state by the end of 2025. For the last three years, Bluepeak has invested nearly $50 million into updating and retrofitting its network which services approximately 125,000 homes and businesses in and around Sioux Falls, Rapid City and outlying communities. Furthermore, Bluepeak is two years into its planned approximately $65 million investment to expand its existing network in Sioux Falls by building a next-generation, fiber-to-the-home network to an additional 55,000 homes and businesses in Sioux Falls and Vermillion. Labor Impact Bluepeak employs approximately 300 South Dakota residents in either full-time, part-time or contract roles throughout the state. Bluepeak employees in South Dakota averaged a total compensation of approximately $74,000 per year in 2023, roughly 120% above the statewide per capita income of approximately $33,000. Community Impact Bluepeak takes pride in being part of the fabric of its communities. Nowhere is that more evident than in South Dakota where the company has invested in local sponsorships, philanthropic giving and in-kind donations. Bluepeak’s support of local events – like sponsorships of Harrisburg youth baseball leagues, the Levitt at the Falls concert series, the Sioux Falls Marathon, The Monument in Rapid City, and more – demonstrate the company’s commitment to its South Dakota communities. Furthermore, hundreds of Bluepeak team members in South Dakota have given more than 1,000 combined hours of their time in community service work in the state at organizations like United Way of Black Hills, Feeding South Dakota, La Petite Academy and more. Closing the Digital Divide Aside from direct investment, Bluepeak service has also improved employment and education outcomes for South Dakota residents by helping bridge the Digital Divide and supporting those struggling to afford home internet through the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). To date, Bluepeak has enrolled more than 1,500 South Dakota customers in ACP. In all, Bluepeak has saved those in South Dakota in need of internet access nearly $400,000, thus far. To check out service options or sign up for the latest Bluepeak expansion updates in South Dakota, visit mybluepeak.com. About Bluepeak Bluepeak is building a faster, more reliable internet without the things that get in the way of great service - like red tape, hidden fees, and slow response times. Offering up to 5 gigabits of speed for residential customers and 10 gigabits for businesses, Bluepeak is a whole new ballgame - from internet to TV, to connecting every device in a home, to powering a business, Bluepeak not only provides the best fiber connections in the communities it serves, but also meets the growing needs for how its customers live. Contact Details Bluepeak Jesse Granger +1 720-703-4315 jesse.granger@mybluepeak.com Company Website https://www.mybluepeak.com

October 09, 2023 07:00 AM Mountain Daylight Time

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