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Milemarker and FINTRX Form Partnership to Provide Deeper Integration

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Milemarker, a leading technology platform revolutionizing how advisory firms, IBDs and RIAs operate and scale, and FINTRX, the leading data and research platform offering AI-powered intelligence on 850,000+ financial institution and advisor records, today announced the formation of a new partnership that will provide improved integration, allowing clients of both companies to drive greater adoption, improve workflow efficiency and deepen their client relationships using FINTRX’s data. Through this partnership, advisory firms will have access to FINTRX’s extensive data sets and analytics capabilities coupled with Milemarker’s robust and innovative data integration platform. “Advisory firms are overwhelmed by today’s complex landscape,” said Milemarker Co-Founder Jud Mackrill. “FINTRX has redefined how firms access data and analytics. Likewise, Milemarker helps advisors simplify their operations, own their data and achieve scalable growth. This partnership combines the best of the best, enabling firms to leverage the full power of FINTRX’s intelligence alongside Milemarker’s seamless integrations and workflows. We’re excited to empower our clients with new tools to achieve transformational success.” Together, Milemarker and FINTRX are solving the advisory world’s two most common challenges: managing fragmented data and effectively scaling their operations. Advisors who use these platforms will now have access to FINTRX data within their existing workflows, which provides deeper insights and more personalized strategies. Additionally, the partnership will unify disparate data sources to create a comprehensive view of firm operations while also unlocking powerful analytics to drive growth, recruitment and client success. “At FINTRX, our mission is to deliver world-class data and intelligence to help advisory firms and asset managers thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape,” said FINTRX CEO Russ D’Argento. “Partnering with Milemarker takes this vision to the next level, allowing our users to integrate FINTRX’s rich datasets with other tools and systems critical to their success. Together, we’re providing the advisory community with unmatched resources to scale smarter and grow faster.” From talent recruitment to engaging with prospects, FINTRX and Milemarker offer state-of-the-art tools to help financial advisors make deeper, more meaningful connections, which is critical to creating growth and scale in an increasingly competitive environment. About Milemarker Milemarker is designed for advisory firms using diverse tools. It simplifies work, centralizes insights and unifies advisors with powerful, user-friendly workflows. With six use cases, the technology streamlines and integrates system-to-system sync, firm analytics, centralized workflows, support desk, investment center and CMS and document center. Financial advisors can integrate Milemarker into their systems or use the company’s app. For more information, please visit milemarker.co. About FINTRX FINTRX is a vertically integrated software and data platform that enables wealth professionals, financial institutions, and asset management firms to seamlessly map, access, and sell into the global family office, broker dealer, and registered investment advisor (RIA) ecosystems. With its advanced AI technology and comprehensive data, FINTRX empowers financial professionals to make more informed decisions, build stronger relationships, and drive business growth. Access to FINTRX data is delivered via its award-winning cloud-based platform, fully integrated iOS mobile applications, and many CRM and API connectors, including Salesforce, Navatar, Hubspot, Snowflake, and others. Contact Details For Milemarker Lisa Aldape, Vocatus laldape@vocatusllc.com Company Website https://milemarker.co/

January 28, 2025 12:15 PM Eastern Standard Time

Shareholder Group, Detransitioner to Call Out Gender Ideology Harm at Visa, Inc. Annual Meeting on Tuesday

NLPC

National Legal and Policy Center, an investor in Visa, Inc., will present a shareholder proposal at the payment processor’s annual meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 28. The measure asks the company to investigate risks related to its discriminatory pay and benefits policies – specifically addressing where employees affected by gender-switching advocacy have been psychologically or medically harmed, without providing remedial care – and reporting to shareholders why such compensation gaps exist in the company’s policies. Speaking at Visa’s meeting in support of the proposal will be Claire Abernathy, a 20-year-old detransitioner whose therapy, medical and health insurance providers steered her into drastic body altering procedures when she questioned her gender starting at age 12. Ms. Abernathy will address the company’s board of directors and executive leadership, explaining her difficulties in finding medical care and insurance coverage to attempt to repair the damage done to her body. An excerpt from Abernathy’s planned remarks: By age 12 therapists affirmed my feelings about my body and false identity, and made my parents feel like abusive bigots for not immediately affirming me. The therapy was covered by my parents’ health insurance. Alleged medical professionals put me on a menstrual suppression drug, and at 14 I was put on testosterone and underwent a double mastectomy. It took only 8 months between getting referred for therapy and getting my breasts removed. That is an ideological agenda in search of victims, in the name of medicine, and it’s wrong. “By failing to include detransition care, companies like Visa perpetuate the neglect of a vulnerable population,” said Abernathy. “True equity in healthcare means acknowledging the full range of outcomes in gender transitioning treatments, and ensuring that all individuals have access to the care that they need.” In its shareholder proposal, NLPC itemizes numerous graphic, ghastly body-altering procedures that are drawn from Visa’s employee health insurance coverage through CIGNA, which also covers their minor dependents. Besides early-teen mastectomies like what Abernathy was pressured into, Visa also pays for procedures including penectomies, vaginectomies, orchiectomies, and salpingooophorectomies. “Rather than affirming and funding radical medical experiments on workers and their children – which sound more like something out of a horror movie than legitimate health care – Visa needs to just eliminate this coverage,” said Paul Chesser, director of the Corporate Integrity Project for NLPC. “With detransitioner lawsuits spreading across the country against medical providers and health facilities, corporations that sponsor this ‘care’ won’t be far behind in finding themselves in court.” As NLPC points out in its shareholder proposal, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission considers failure to provide equivalent pay and benefits based on categories including “gender identity” and “sexual orientation” as discriminatory. Even the Securities and Exchange Commission agreed with NLPC that de-transitioning individuals fit under such classifications when considering unfairness in corporate compensation practices, in a decision rendered last year regarding NLPC’s shareholder proposal at Disney. NLPC sponsored similar proposals last year at Johnson & Johnson and PepsiCo. You can read NLPC’s shareholder proposal for Visa at its website. Last year Chesser also composed commentaries for the New York Post and Real Clear Markets that further explained the proposals and their necessity. Founded in 1991, NLPC promotes ethics in public life and government accountability through research, investigation, education, and legal action. ### For more information or to schedule an interview with Paul Chesser, contact Dan Rene at 202-329-8357 or drene@nlpc.org. Please visit http://www.nlpc.org. Founded in 1991, the National Legal and Policy Center promotes ethics in public life through research, investigation, education and legal action. Contact Details National Legal and Policy Center Dan Rene +1 202-329-8357 drene@nlpc.org Company Website http://www.nlpc.org

January 28, 2025 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

Vertical IQ Heads Into 2025 Fueled by Innovation and Growth

Vertical IQ

With its track record of delivering actionable, convenient, focused Industry Intelligence while providing unparalleled customer service, Raleigh-based Vertical IQ begins 2025 poised for success as it builds on the forward momentum achieved in the past year. Delivering even more robust, useful industry and economic data In response to customer input, Vertical IQ rolled out a number of major content and useability enhancements in 2024, driving increased product adoption and bolstering customer success — both now and in the future. The rollout of Localized Industry Data offers users more targeted insights into local markets such as industry density trends, number of companies, employment, wages, and more. A new Resource Center provides quick access to tools, user guides, training sessions, and the latest updates — all in one convenient location to help users get the most out of Vertical IQ. Co-branding options were expanded, allowing users to add a personal touch when sharing Vertical IQ data with customers and prospects by including their own company logo and contact information. The ability to download and export chart visuals for reports and presentations or download Vertical IQ data as a CSV made sharing valuable content directly with customers or prospects even easier. Report printing enhancements launched to make sharing industry reports with business owners quicker and more efficient. New Industry “Drivers” were added with details on hundreds of macroeconomic data points (e.g., consumer spending, diesel fuel prices, single-family home sales, etc.), allowing users to add additional value to customers and prospects. The already extensive Vertical IQ Industry Profile library expanded even further with the addition of numerous new industries — mostly requests directly from Vertical IQ customers — including Cybersecurity Services, Med Spas, Financial Transaction Services and dozens more. This brings the total number of profiles to over 920, covering more than 97% of the industries that generate the revenue of the U.S. and Canadian economies. Merchant Services-focused Prep Sheets debuted, packed with tailored insights, industry trends, and critical questions to help merchant services professionals prepare with confidence. Giving back to our neighbors Throughout 2024, the Vertical IQ team also demonstrated the power of community and service through the company’s popular Vertical IQ Cares (VIQcares) program. VIQcares is an employee-led initiative that provides every employee paid time off to dedicate to volunteering with charitable causes they care about. The program also allows employees to submit donation requests to the VIQcares committee on behalf of organizations that are personally meaningful to them. “VIQcares has been a tremendous success since its inception in 2023,” said Vertical IQ CEO and cofounder Bobby Martin. “Whether mentoring youth, fighting food insecurity, or aiding disaster recovery, members of our Vertical IQ team give their time, talent and heart to a wide variety of important causes across the nation, and we’re proud to continue fostering a culture of care and service as we look ahead to 2025.” Looking to the future As we move into the new year, Vertical IQ remains committed to helping its customers stay ahead with user-friendly tools, the latest, most accurate industry and economic data, and the valuable insights needed to succeed. “The enhancements and gains made by Vertical IQ in 2024 are only the beginning,” noted David Buffaloe, president of Vertical IQ. “As part of our strategic vision for 2025 and beyond, Vertical IQ will focus on enhancing customer experiences, broadening our market reach, and driving product innovations that help sales and advisory professionals navigate the evolving business landscape.”. Buffaloe continued: “I’m confident that with our product’s solid foundation and this team’s forward-thinking approach, Vertical IQ will make 2025 another year of success and transformation as we introduce even more enhancements focused on improving access to additional ‘niche’ industry content, providing top-quality data to assess risk, and offering greater financial analysis capabilities. The best is truly yet to come!” To learn more about Vertical IQ or to request a demo, visit www.verticaliq.com. ABOUT VERTICAL IQ Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., Vertical IQ is a nationally recognized leader in Industry Intelligence. Whether they’re pitching a local brewery or a national biotech company, successful sales, marketing and customer success teams use Vertical IQ to better understand a prospect’s or client’s business challenges before, during and after meetings. Covering more than 97% of the economic revenue in the U.S. and Canada through more than 970 Industry Profiles and 3,400 local economic reports, Vertical IQ equips users with the confidence and credibility to make memorable first impressions and sustain enduring relationships. Contact Details Vertical IQ Jessie Teal +1 919-787-4600 jteal@verticaliq.com Company Website https://verticaliq.com/

January 28, 2025 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

After Nasdaq IPO In April 2024, Trading Services Firm mF International Sets Sights On Boosting Global Competitiveness

Benzinga

By James Blacker, Benzinga As trading platforms become more sophisticated with fast execution times, advanced analytics capabilities and modern user experiences, brokerages face increasing pressure to innovate and invest in their infrastructure if they want to attract and retain clients. For over 20 years, mF International Limited (NASDAQ:MFI) has been serving brokerages and financial institutions with its robust suite of financial trading solutions catering to the forex, bullion and commodity markets. Through its Hong Kong-based subsidiary, m-FINANCE, the company reports that it is making a name for itself as one of Asia’s leading trading service providers. It is now seeking to expand globally, having completed its initial public offering and listing on the Nasdaq in April 2024. Helping brokerages to stay competitive, m-FINANCE provides state-of-the-art forex/bullion trading platforms, innovative one-stop trading solutions, financial value-added services, mobile apps and financial information. Trading Solutions m-FINANCE’s flagship product is its mF4 Trading Platform Solution, a turnkey solution designed specifically for forex and bullion brokerage firms. The platform, which is compatible with Financial Information Exchange (FIX) protocol, includes four modules that offer a one-stop management system for brokers. The Front, Middle and Back Office modules provide the tools to easily monitor and execute trades, manage risks, open accounts and oversee business operations. The Pricing Engine, meanwhile, supports real-time price stability and accuracy with features such as integrated data feed connections, error quote filtering and automatic data feed switching during disruptions. It also includes preset price templates tailored to various market conditions, such as non-farm payrolls or slower markets. Complementing the trading platform is m-FINANCE’s Forex Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, which offers an efficient way for brokerage firms to manage introducing brokers and clients. Integrating with its trading platforms, the company believes that the cloud-based CRM system can help reduce costs and boost client retention by simplifying and standardizing operations. m-FINANCE’s trading solutions extend to liquidity services that enable brokers to send their clients’ orders to liquidity providers. Using a Straight Through Processing solution, brokers have access to fully automatic hedging, giving them the flexibility to freely switch between A-Book and B-Book modes – helping to control risks and maximize profits. Rounding out m-FINANCE’s trading products is its suite of four mobile apps that enable clients to leverage the modern trend of mobile trading. The Trader Pro app, for example, includes sentiment indicators, real-time news and flexible ad placement options. Other apps include Copy Master, which provides the tools for brokers to develop their own copy trading platform, social trading app MarketMaster as well as the MarketWatch app, which provides 24/7 forex and bullion news, real-time charts and other financial data. Other Trading Services The company, through its subsidiary, m-FINANCE, has a host of other trading services ranging from its automated ECN System, which matches buy and sell orders from different market participants, an Electronic Identity Verification Solution, Cross Platform Solutions, Interactive Charts and other value-added services.. Margin Growth In A Challenging Environment The company announced its financial results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, in May 2024, with CEO Chi Weng Tam noting that the firm has shown resilience despite facing significant macroeconomic uncertainties. Financial highlights for the year are as follows: Revenue for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, decreased by 8.5%, from approximately HK$3.5 million (approximately US$4.5 million) for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022, to approximately HK$32.0 million (approximately US$4.1 million). This was partially offset by an increase in revenue derived from (i) initial setup, installation and customization services; (ii) white label services; and (iii) hosting, support and maintenance services. Revenue from subscriptions was approximately HK$11.4 million (approximately US$1.5 million) for fiscal year 2023, up 0.3% from approximately HK$11.4 million (approximately US$1.5 million) for fiscal year 2022. Revenue from hosting, support and maintenance services was approximately HK$4.3 million (approximately US$0.6 million) for fiscal year 2023, up by 3.6%, from approximately HK$4.2 million (approximately US$0.5 million) for fiscal year 2022. Revenue from white label services was approximately HK$2.1 million (approximately US$0.3 million) for fiscal year 2023, up by 12.3% from approximately HK$1.9 million (approximately US$0.2 million) for fiscal year 2022. Gross profit fell 2.5% to approximately HK$18.0 million (approximately US$2.3 million) for fiscal year 2023, compared with fiscal year 2022. Gross profit margin for fiscal year 2023 was 56.2%, up from 52.7% for fiscal year 2022. Net income in fiscal year 2023 fell 3% to approximately HK$6.6 million (approximately US$0.8 million) in fiscal year 2023. Basic and diluted earnings per share fell 3% in fiscal year 2023 to approximately HK$0.572 (approximately US$0.073) in fiscal year 2023. Going forward, the company has stated that it is committed to further enhancing its service offerings and pursuing research and development to solidify its market position. In particular, the company hopes that its recent listing on the Nasdaq will boost its global competitiveness and position it well for future expansion. Mr. Chi Weng Tam, Executive Director and CEO of the company, commented, "Despite facing significant macroeconomic uncertainties, we have improved our gross profit margin and enhanced our service offerings in a challenging environment, particularly with respect to customization and support services, which have seen robust growth. The slight decrease in overall revenue is largely attributable to strategic adjustments in our service portfolio. We believe that our focus on innovation and operational efficiency has enabled us to maintain a strong financial position.” Check out the company’s investor relations website here. Featured photo by Austin Distel on Unsplash. Benzinga is a leading financial media and data provider, known for delivering accurate, timely, and actionable financial information to empower investors and traders. 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

January 28, 2025 08:30 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Popular Meme-Fi Token Predicted To Explode in Q1 After Recent Announcement

Cutoshi

Dogecoin aside, there are but a handful of memes that have stood the test of time, like Shiba Inu, Bonk and Floki. The reason for this is very simple: they all merge meme energy with real utility, boasting complete ecosystems that offer different features, ranging from DeFi platforms to gaming hubs and NFT collections. Cutoshi (CUTO) is the newest entry in the utility-driven meme coin meta and is set to launch at the most perfect phase of the cycle: just before the euphoric phase. Over the last few weeks, Cutoshi has been often seen trending on X and thousands of early bidders have already claimed their allocation in the viral $CUTO presale. Read on to discover what makes this newcomer special. Discover The Cutoshi Ecosystem At the heart of the Cutoshi ecosystem is CUTO DEX, a revolutionary decentralized exchange that could soon make established protocols like Uniswap obsolete with its innovative cross-chain framework. CUTO DEX will allow investors to perform seamless transactions across all major blockchains, relieving them of the need to cycle between various single-chain protocols to find the best opportunities and allowing for a versatile 360-degree trading experience. To sustain the ecosystem, 80% of the revenue generated from fees will be redistributed to liquidity providers. The remaining 20% will be allocated for buybacks and burns of the $CUTO token, which in turn will apply constant deflationary pressure, promoting price stability and scarcity-driven growth. The launch of the DEX is drawing near as recently announced via the official X account and with it, Cutoshi will also release an exclusive, DeFi wallet, which will allow for effortless asset management across various blockchains. Cutoshi Farming And The Lucky Cat Shrine Cutoshi draws inspiration from the Lucky Cat of Japanese folklore, which are said to bring good fortune to businesses and households. Cutoshi adopts this energy and uses it to bring prosperity to the community via the Cutoshi Farming initiative. This is a win-win model allowing investors to earn income while engaging with the ecosystem and boosting Cutoshi’s online presence. They can participate in special contests or complete various missions in exchange for CUTO points. They can start earning these points immediately and once $CUTO hits the markets, they can redeem them for more tokens. To further gamify the experience, users will be able to track their performance on a scoreboard and win daily prizes at the Lucky Cat Shrine. Participants have already farmed over 2.1 million $CUTO, and those who want to take action can do so right away. Cutoshi often launches themed events, such as the Christmas meme contest. Missed it? Keep an eye on Cutoshi’s socials for the next challenge! $CUTO Presale — The Hottest Play Of 2025? 55% of the 44 million $CUTO supply is up for grabs during the presale and over 8.2 million tokens have been scooped up by early buyers. More than $1,647,914.067 has been raised in record time and early buyers are already enjoying over 100% returns. The best time to get involved? Today! For more information on the Cutoshi (CUTO) Presale: https://cutoshi.com/ Join and become a community member: https://twitter.com/CutoshiToken https://t.me/cutoshicommunity Cutoshi is a revolutionary meme coin inspired by the Chinese Lucky Cat and Satoshi Nakamoto’s teachings. It’s based on decentralization, privacy, and monetary freedom, embodying the blockchain's original purpose and ethos. And Cutoshi has a vision - to introduce more people to cryptocurrencies and bring financial freedom to all who want it. The regulatory environment surrounding cryptocurrencies is evolving and varies across jurisdictions. It is your responsibility to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations in your country or region before engaging with Custoshi. Contact Details Cutoshi Camila Perez Support@cutoshi.com Company Website https://cutoshi.com/

January 28, 2025 05:54 AM Eastern Standard Time

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TRON DAO Unveils Official Research Portal On Messari

TRON DAO

Geneva, Switzerland, January 27, 2025 - TRON DAO has officially announced the launch of the TRON Portal by Messari, making it the third blockchain to join the Messari Portal program. This innovative dashboard is a public resource, providing real-time insights and key metrics on the TRON network, designed for users of all technical backgrounds. The TRON Portal allows users to access a range of key metrics and insights, including: AI-Driven insights and Key Updates section, curating the latest TRON news. Real-time data and detailed analytics on the TRON network. Quarterly reports section, providing detailed insights into the ecosystem’s progress and achievements "The launch of the TRON Portal marks a significant step in accessing data within the TRON network," said Sam Elfarra, a TRON Community Spokesperson. "This solution empowers users of all technical backgrounds to engage with TRON’s ecosystem, reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity and innovation." Eric Turner, CEO of Messari said, “TRON’s dedicated Messari Portal opens the door to an extensive archive of data, giving users a clear window into the activity and innovation driving the TRON network.” The portal’s user-friendly interface enables users to seamlessly explore TRON’s on-chain data, making it an invaluable tool for both developers and enthusiasts. As the third blockchain included in the Messari Portal program, TRON remains committed to empowering its users with the tools they need to navigate the TRON network. About TRON DAO TRON DAO is a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps. Founded in September 2017 by H.E. Justin Sun, the TRON blockchain has experienced significant growth since its MainNet launch in May 2018. Until recently, TRON hosted the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin, exceeding $60 billion. As of January 2025, the TRON blockchain has recorded over 284 million in total user accounts, more than 9.4 billion in total transactions, and over $21.1 billion in total value locked (TVL), based on TRONSCAN. TRONNetwork | TRONDAO | X | YouTube | Telegram | Discord | Reddit | GitHub | Medium | Forum Media Contact Yeweon Park press@tron.network About Messari Messari is a leading provider of market intelligence, research, and data analytics for the crypto space, leveraging the power of AI to deliver faster, and deeper insights. Founded in 2018, Messari is committed to bringing transparency and smarter participation to the rapidly evolving digital asset ecosystem through our work with projects, individuals, regulators, and institutions alike. Learn more at messari.io or contact press@messari.io. Media Contact Ruth De Freitas ruth@yapglobal.com Contact Details Yeweon Park press@tron.network Company Website https://trondao.org/

January 27, 2025 12:53 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Inside Knowledge Into The Future of Cryptocurrency: AI tokens VS Altcoins, What's your best bet?

Cutoshi

As the AI narrative is ramping up, a few projects are poised for massive ATH runs, with Artificial Superintelligence Alliance (FET) and Near Protocol (NEAR) leading the way. Cardano (ADA) also continues to make strides, with founder Charles Hoskinson unveiling the next critical upgrade that aims for an unparalleled level of decentralization. Meanwhile, Cutoshi (CUTO) is rapidly emerging as the next big meme play, with its viral presale amassing over $1.64 million in record time. Which one of these promising altcoins could deliver the most outsized gains in 2025? Let’s dive deeper! FET Is Bottoming Out, Is A Reversal On The Horizon? Artificial Superintelligence Alliance (FET) has been struggling over the past month after breaching below the crucial $1.26 support level and recording a 10% weekly loss. However, the chart shows that FET is poised for a breakout as it consolidates within a bullish falling wedge pattern, as pointed out by analyst CryptoSherlock. The Artificial Superintelligence Alliance (FET) is heading toward an uneventful weekend, as volume has also tanked 43% with about $155 million worth of FET traded across platforms in the last 24 hours. Currently trading at $1.20 with a market cap of $2.9 billion, FET is gaining attention from investors who are deeming it undervalued, especially in light of the growing demand for AI-focused crypto projects. Once a reversal is confirmed, FET is expected to soar above the key psychological resistance at $1.43, and if momentum is sustained, the next major targets are $1.65 and $1.91. Near Protocol Gearing Up For Breakout At the time of writing Near Protocol (NEAR) trades at $4.91, following a 3.6% intraday decrease, which brings its weekly losses around 9.5%. While Near Protocol has largely underperformed over the last few months, aside from sporadic surges, analyst BullzToshi draws attention to a gigantic, multi-year cup & handle formation on the Near Protocol chart. Near Protocol is continuously testing the upper bound of the “handle” part of the pattern, and as resistance is weakening, a breakout above the trendline could result in a massive upward surge. Recently, Near Protocol, in partnership with Proximity Labs, has launched the "Bitcoin January" initiative. The goal is to enhance Bitcoin’s integration into DeFi and unlock new opportunities for developers and consumers. This Near Protocol collaboration also introduces innovative features like Chain Signatures, Omnibridge, and Satoshi Ramp, helping advance blockchain interoperability, security, and scalability in DeFi applications. Cardano Greenlights Introduces Plomin Hard Fork Upgrade Cardano (ADA) is set to activate its Plomin hard fork, marking a critical step toward full decentralized governance. Plomin is expected to enhance Cardano’s autonomy and community-driven decision-making, aligning with its long-term decentralization vision. Cardano's DeFi ecosystem is also thriving, with total value locked (TVL) rising 25% in 2025 to $538 million, driven by platforms like Liqwid, MinSwap, and Indigo. In terms of price action, however, Cardano has also been caught in a trading range, as bulls are struggling to defend the $1 level. Right now, Cardano is priced at $0.97, with a 2.2% decline on the daily timeframe, although it's still in the green on the monthly, showing off a 13% increase. While Cardano is quickly becoming one of the leading Layer 1 platforms in the space that can still yield predictable returns, it’s safe to say that the point of diminishing returns has been reached. This is why many ADA investors are opting to diversify capital into plays with greater room for growth, such as Cutoshi. Cutoshi Eyes The Meme Coin Crown Cutoshi does things differently from the vast majority of meme coins, as it brings real utility to the formula, creating a comprehensive ecosystem that can drive massive amounts of revenue. Cutoshi introduces a cutting-edge DeFi platform that connects isolated blockchains and allows seamless transactions for a wide array of digital assets. Cutoshi is inspired by the Lucky Cat of Chinese legends, which is believed to bring good fortune to businesses and families. Similarly, Cutoshi brings good fortune to the blockchain and empowers its community with lucrative prizes and rewards. Throughout the presale, users can earn rewards by completing tasks to help grow the project's user base and social media presence. For their efforts, they will receive cutopoints, which can later be redeemed for $CUTO tokens. Additionally, they can also stake the tokens and support the Cutoshi ecosystem while earning passive income. Early participants have already farmed more than 2.1 million $CUTO and those eager to join this new gold rush can learn more about it here! Currently in stage 4 of the presale, $CUTO tokens are priced at just $0.031. With its unique utility and meme energy, Cutoshi could emerge as one of the hottest presale projects of 2025 and investors who take action now could secure generational returns once the bull run is in full swing. For more information on the Cutoshi (CUTO) Presale: https://cutoshi.com/ Join and become a community member: https://twitter.com/CutoshiToken https://t.me/cutoshicommunity Cutoshi is a revolutionary meme coin inspired by the Chinese Lucky Cat and Satoshi Nakamoto’s teachings. It’s based on decentralization, privacy, and monetary freedom, embodying the blockchain's original purpose and ethos. And Cutoshi has a vision - to introduce more people to cryptocurrencies and bring financial freedom to all who want it. The regulatory environment surrounding cryptocurrencies is evolving and varies across jurisdictions. It is your responsibility to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations in your country or region before engaging with Custoshi. Contact Details Cutoshi Camila Perez Support@cutoshi.com Company Website https://cutoshi.com/

January 27, 2025 12:16 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Deaf Organizations Fund Unveils 2025 Grantees Resourcing Deaf Communities

Communication Service for the Deaf

Deaf Organizations Fund (DOF) proudly announces the selection of four organizations receiving unrestricted grants this month to address the diverse needs of their deaf communities through 2025: Atomic Hands, Deaf Defy, Inc., DEAFinitely, Inc., and The Black Deaf Project. The $100K distributed among these organizations will support accessible educational and multicultural resources, break down healthcare barriers, and expand opportunities for DeafBlind youth, giving grantees the flexibility to direct funding where it is most needed. “As a small, Deaf-run nonprofit, it means so much to see a funder like this one specifically targeting deaf-centric organizations,” said Zaineb Abdulla, Founder of Deaf Defy, Inc. “I love the inclusion of using American Sign Language in all engagement with DOF.” DOF’s second unrestricted Impact Grant for Deaf Organizations received a record-breaking 84 applications from deaf-centric organizations and programs. In alignment with participatory grantmaking, a community-led grant review committee shaped the decision-making process. They evaluated all eligible applications and supported DOF in making the final award decisions. “Our trust-based approach to grantmaking has been met with incredible support, and we’re excited to continue working alongside organizations that are igniting meaningful change in our deaf communities,” said Sasha Ponappa, Executive Director of DOF. "We are also deeply grateful for ongoing support from our donors and partners, whose contributions ensure DOF's ability to fund and resource deaf organizations." As DOF enters its sixth funding cycle, the team is also focused on expanding resources beyond grant dollars. This support includes grantee coaching, technical assistance, the development of an accessible training program and community hub for deaf organization leaders, and advocacy for disability justice within the philanthropic sector. To learn more about DOF’s impact and the work of its grantee organizations, interested parties are invited to view the newly released Social Impact Report. Funders and supporters who wish to contribute to DOF’s mission are encouraged to reach out directly. About Deaf Organizations Fund (DOF): DOF was established in 2021 by its fiscal sponsor, Communication Service for the Deaf, offering fully accessible grants and resources to deaf-centric organizations and programs based in the United States. To date, DOF has distributed nearly $500K in grant funds among 27 deaf-centric organizations and programs. Contact Details Avi Haimowitz, Director of Development dof@deaforganizationsfund.org Company Website https://deaforganizationsfund.org/

January 27, 2025 11:33 AM Eastern Standard Time

Novidea Reveals Top Ten Insurance Industry Predictions for 2025

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Novidea, creator of the cloud-native, global insurance management platform for brokers, agents, and MGAs, today revealed the top ten predictions they believe will shape the insurance industry in 2025. The trends driving these predictions will impact insurance organizations across the entire insurance distribution lifecycle. Novidea’s insurance industry experts identified these predictions by monitoring key events throughout 2024, receiving feedback from their global customer base, and engaging in dialogue with industry peers. “In 2024, the insurance industry experienced significant operational transformation, facing more pressure than ever to innovate, improve efficiency, boost profitability, and deliver a world-class customer experience,” said Jeff Heine, Chief Revenue Officer at Novidea. “To help organizations prepare for the year ahead, our experts assembled a list of predictions that will shape how the industry progresses this year.” The top predictions for the US insurance market are: M&A will make a comeback. Insurance mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity will resurge in 2025 as the U.S. economy continues its post-pandemic recovery. VC investment in insurtechs will increase as interest rates begin to normalize. Carriers will increasingly consider acquiring MGAs. For these deals to be successful, the right insurtech platform will smooth the integration of purchased companies, facilitating automated and standardized processes across different lines and business types (such as wholesale, retail, and reinsurance) as they are acquired. Cautious gains for reinsurers. Despite record-breaking climate costs, reinsurers will see modest growth in 2025. With the increased frequency of weather-related damages and claims, reinsurers must have greater visibility into the risk that carriers write. This market will rely heavily on tech solutions that deliver a single source of truth across the business, ensuring access to high-quality data. Reinsurers will increasingly want a direct line of sight into the risks being written in order to better manage them. Cybersecurity insurance will evolve. The Crowdstrike outage proved that there are many nuances to cyber insurance policies. We still haven’t seen all of the fallout from this incident. Expect to see an influx of specialized risk products in 2025 catering to business interruptions caused by tech outages that are not malicious in nature. Now is the time for specialty insurers to take stock of their front, middle, and back office systems to ensure they’re ready for future changes. E&S and specialty insurance growth spree continues. In the US, the excess and surplus (E&S) market was the breakout star of the industry in 2024, and this trend will continue in 2025. IT leaders in the E&S market will upgrade their technology to keep up with demand, particularly around automation, AI, cloud, customer experience, and data analytics. E&S wholesaler Pathpoint, a US customer of Novidea’s, is a prime example of one such company who’s already made strategic tech investments, resulting in a 20 percent policy submission growth rate and doubling its sales and underwriting operations. Insurtech-led ecosystems will drive the next wave of insurance innovation. In 2025, the role of insurtechs in creating ecosystems and modular tech solutions will grow. They will serve as facilitators, enabling flexibility and providing the ability to integrate various technologies easily. Insurance marketplaces will continue to evolve and mature. Insurers will implement a robust API fabric and composite APIs to perform essential lifecycle functions. In the UK, the top predictions that will shape the industry in 2025 are: Profitability in distribution and the rise of MGAs. Carriers in the UK will face mounting pressure to broaden their distribution channels while maintaining profitability. Many will acquire or launch their own MGAs, which have become critical to distribution strategies. For carriers, MGAs offer a way to diversify their portfolios while maintaining tighter control over underwriting standards, helping them balance growth and profitability. Innovation as a strategic imperative in anticipation of BP2. Innovation will be a central theme in 2025 for brokers, carriers, and MGAs. To innovate, these businesses must operate on a unified platform that supports and integrates with emerging technologies and data via APIs. This approach will allow insurers to harness the full potential of new advancements such as AI, complex document generation tools like Docomotion, and more. This drive toward innovation will accelerate with the anticipated BP2 plan set for 2025, bringing new standards to the industry. When delivered, BP2 is expected to create substantial opportunities for brokers, carriers, and MGAs to develop data-driven innovations that translate into customer-centric experiences across the value chain. Climate extremes and insurability challenges. In the UK, climate extremes will become routine rather than rare. These conditions will strain policyholders and insurers alike, driving up the cost of insurance coverage and making carriers reluctant to insure high-risk properties. The UK wholesale insurance market will be particularly impacted as premium pricing and risk management become increasingly complex. For insurers to navigate these challenges, it’s crucial to use high-quality climate data to build resilience and effective risk management into their policies. Reinsurers will work more closely with carriers to deploy their capacity to risks they’re most comfortable with and align with MGAs on specific markets that are higher risk. The insurance talent shortage will come to a head. The London Market has been facing a talent shortage for years, but in 2025, the situation will become urgent, and the industry must do more in 2025 to attract younger talent. One way to attract the next generation of insurance superstars is to highlight the industry’s innovation potential. Core platforms like Novidea enable insurers to be innovative businesses. In addition, departments solely responsible for innovation are now being integrated across all departments, creating a mindset of innovation at their core. This shift is essential for companies looking to stay competitive and recruit top talent. Insurance organizations prepare for the AI revolution. Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, and insurance is no exception. As AI matures, it promises to transform key processes like claims management, underwriting, and customer service. However, this evolution will not happen overnight. In 2025, insurers will focus on preparing their technology infrastructure and data systems to support AI-driven tools effectively. The most strategic move for insurance organizations is investing in a modern insurance management platform, such as Novidea’s. These platforms provide the flexibility to seamlessly integrate new functionalities, capabilities, and services, enabling businesses to adapt and thrive in this transformative era of technology. To hear more about these predictions and how your organization can prepare for them, book a meeting with Novidea’s experts at ITC London, a new event focused on the “Future of Insurance,” held 27 to 28 January 2025 at The Brewery in London, UK. About Novidea Novidea is the leading Insurtech provider of a cloud-native, data-driven insurance management system. With its open API architecture, Novidea enables brokers, agents, MGAs, and carriers to modernize and manage the customer journey end-to-end and drive growth across the entire insurance distribution lifecycle. Novidea's streamlined and automated platform fully integrates front, middle, and back offices. The Novidea platform boosts operational efficiency while providing a seamless digital experience for team members and customers alike. Insurance businesses benefit from a 360-degree view of customers and policies and can access data and actionable insights anytime, anywhere, and on any device. Novidea supports more than 100 customers across 22 countries. For more information, please go to www.novidea.com. Contact Details Michelle Barry +1 603-809-2748 Michelle.barry@chameleon.co Company Website https://novidea.com/

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