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META STUDIO Empowers Content Creators with Privacy and Ownership in a Decentralized Environment

Rev Up Marketers

META STUDIO, operating as a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO), has empowered content creators to sell their content with complete privacy, and retain ownership, while actively participating in decision-making processes alongside their peers. META STUDIO offers a versatile platform catering to various digital content formats for content creators, streamers, coaches, or freelancers META STUDIO bolsters democratic governance, where creators, users, investors, and $METAS token holders collectively shape the platform's trajectory. Transparency remains paramount, with creators retaining 100% ownership of assets and income, and minimal platform costs distributed proportionally. From individual products and services to comprehensive packages and subscriptions encompassing text, video, live training, and more, META STUDIO provides a platform for creators to monetize their content. META STUDIO identified the pervasive challenges prevailing in the industry. These include unfair regulations, exorbitant commissions, and a concerning lack of privacy leading to numerous personal data breaches. META STUDIO's primary goal is to revolutionize the landscape of content creation within the blockchain space. Recognizing the exponential growth and potential of the creators' market, estimated at $250 billion in 2022 and projected to reach $500 billion by 2027 according to Goldman Sachs, META STUDIO aims to address the pressing issues faced by content creators. Mugur Frunzetti, the CEO of META STUDIO, about their plans stated “We are now over 65 in the app development and on the right track for a full launch this summer, more specifically in August 2024. For 2025 we plan to reach a turnover of over $ 5 billion, by attracting at least 20% of the content creators who also use a crypto wallet in daily payments. The community's response to our project is incredible, almost 99% of the creators we reached out to are waiting with excitement to use the METASTUDIO mobile app, a platform built for them, where they will take 100% of all decisions, from rules to finances. We also expect people who never tried selling content before to our project, this transformative journey towards a decentralized digital future.” META STUDIO democratizes content creation within a decentralized and engaging environment by bridging the gap between the Web2 and Web3 eras. While the immersive Metaverse experience remains on the horizon, META STUDIO prioritizes addressing immediate challenges using existing Web3 technology. For more information about Meta Studio, please contact them on Website | Telegram | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn | Reddit | TikTok | Discord | Instagram About META STUDIO: META STUDIO acts as a bridge between the Web2 and Web3 eras, making content creation more democratic in a decentralized and immersive setting. While the full immersive experience of the Metaverse is yet to come, META STUDIO focuses on solving immediate challenges using existing Web3 technology. Contact Details Meta Studio Mugur Cosmin Frunzetti - Founder welcome@metastudio.land Company Website https://www.metastudio.land

April 17, 2024 03:07 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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TRON DAO at Harvard Blockchain Conference and New TRON Builder Tour Stop

TRON DAO

Geneva, Switzerland, April 16, 2024 – The Harvard Blockchain Conference, a premier gathering hosted by the Harvard Blockchain Club, showcased the TRON DAO as a Platinum Sponsor, the highest tier for the Harvard Blockchain Conference. The official conference saw a packed crowd of attendees featuring a variety of students, thought leaders, and blockchain enthusiasts discussing the potential of blockchain technology and emerging projects within the web3 space. The TRON booth provided exclusive HackaTRON branded swags to participants who asked questions surrounding the TRON ecosystem. The booth also featured information about TRON DAO Ventures funding opportunities including TRON DAO’s official Bitcoin Layer-2 Roadmap, which continued to spark thoughtful conversations. Additionally, this conference marked a milestone in the TRON Builder Tour (TBT), showcasing TRON DAO 's dedication to fostering education and collaboration within the blockchain ecosystem. Each stop is crafted to inspire and educate participants, fostering the development of groundbreaking blockchain applications. TRON Builder Tour Harvard Stop Highlights This weekend's TRON Builder Tour event, co-hosted with the official Harvard Blockchain Club, featured a raffle of swag and gifts to attendees as well as an engaging platform for TRON DAO to connect with students and leading industry professionals from organizations like Pantera, A16z, Arbitrum, and Hedera. Seeing over 60 attendees in a fully booked event, key discussions focused on building communities and integrating Real-World Assets (RWAs) into the blockchain, with panels that captured attendees' interest, especially on topics like Bitcoin Ordinals and BRC-20s. Following the conference, the TRON Builder Tour hosted a special networking session, allowing participants to unwind and discuss blockchain innovations, highlighting TRON DAO's upcoming Bitcoin integration plans and its commitment to guiding students in their blockchain journeys. Past TBT Stops - MIT Stop: Engaged academics and students in discussions about the practical and potential applications of blockchain technology. - ETH Denver: Blended technical workshops with community-building activities, focusing on collaborative development. In tandem with these events, TRON DAO continues to push the envelope with HackaTRON Season 6, a competition that challenges innovators across multiple tracks to create solutions that harness the power of the TRON network. Featuring a prize pool of up to $650,000*, including $500,000 in TRX, the TRON network's native utility token, and $150,000 worth of energy support to subsidize transaction fees and improve the user experience of various dApps. This competition underscores TRON DAO's commitment to advancing blockchain technology and nurturing a global community of innovators and creators. Be sure to submit your project today on the official HackaTRON Season 6 DevPost Page. *All prizes are issued in TRX or TRON network Energy, not USD, restrictions applied. All contest rules can be viewed here: https://trons6.devpost.com/rules Stay Up To Date Keep an eye out for more TRON Builder Tour stops and opportunities to engage with blockchain technology. Each event provides a unique chance to network, learn, and contribute to the evolving landscape of blockchain and decentralized applications. About TRON DAO TRON DAO is a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps. Founded in September 2017 by H.E. Justin Sun, the TRON network has continued to deliver impressive achievements since MainNet launch in May 2018. July 2018 also marked the ecosystem integration of BitTorrent, a pioneer in decentralized Web3 services boasting over 100 million monthly active users. The TRON network has gained incredible traction in recent years. As of January 2023, it has over 205.11 million total user accounts on the blockchain, more than 6.96 billion total transactions, and over $20.43 billion in total value locked (TVL), as reported on TRONSCAN. In addition, TRON hosts the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin across the globe, overtaking USDT on Ethereum since April 2021. The TRON network completed full decentralization in December 2021 and is now a community-governed DAO. Most recently in October 2022, TRON was designated as the national blockchain for the Commonwealth of Dominica, which marks the first time a major public blockchain partnered with a sovereign nation to develop its national blockchain infrastructure. On top of the government’s endorsement to issue Dominica Coin (“DMC”), a blockchain-based fan token to help promote Dominica’s global fanfare, seven existing TRON-based tokens - TRX, BTT, NFT, JST, USDD, USDT, TUSD, have been granted statutory status as authorized digital currency and medium of exchange in the country. TRONNetwork | TRONDAO | Twitter | YouTube | Telegram | Discord | Reddit | GitHub | Medium | Forum Media Contact Hayward Wong press@tron.network Contact Details Hayward Wong press@tron.network Company Website https://trondao.org/

April 17, 2024 01:54 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Ionic Rare Earths fields strong magnet recycling interest; moves closer to partnership agreements

IONIC RARE EARTHS LIMITED

Ionic Rare Earths Ltd (ASX:IXR) managing director Tim Harrison sits down with Jonathan Jackson in the Proactive studio as the company fields strong global interest in its Belfast Magnet Recycling Demonstration Plant. Harrison discusses the upcoming production schedule and the potential partnerships on the horizon. IonicRE is setting a robust pace with an 18-month production schedule leading into the third quarter of 2025. The plant has become a critical showcase, demonstrating Ionic's capability to offer secure, sustainable alternatives for magnet rare earth oxides (REO) at a fraction of the capital and risk typically associated with new mining and refinery projects. This approach not only emphasises cost-efficiency but also significantly reduces technical and deliverability risks. The company is witnessing growing demand for this innovative recycling technology from supply chain participants and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). With the demand and current production setup, Ionic is exploring options to expand capacity. Harrison said in a recent announcement, "The demand for recycled and high-quality REO products positions us uniquely in the market, especially with our strategic location in Belfast, providing access to both European Union and United Kingdom markets." Ionic Rare Earths is in advanced discussions for potential commercial partnerships that could leverage its technology for REO production, particularly focusing on recycling technologies like permanent magnets from wind turbines. These developments could position Ionic as a key player in reducing dependency on traditional REO supply chains, primarily dominated by China. Contact Details Proactive Investors Jonathan Jackson +61 413 713 744 jonathan@proactiveinvestors.com

April 16, 2024 03:20 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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AuKing Mining to start copper drilling at Sandiego North

AuKing Mining Ltd

CEO Paul Williams joins Proactive’s Jonathan Jackson to discuss the new drilling initiative of AuKing Mining Ltd (ASX:AKN) at the Koongie Park Copper-Zinc Project in northeast Western Australia. AuKing is set to launch a 1,000-metre drilling campaign at Sandiego North prospect to explore further copper mineralisation. The Sandiego North area, previously yielding high-grade copper, will see AuKing drilling 6-8 holes to a depth of up to 150 metres. This follows significant findings from past drilling, which included 5 metres at 1.37% copper from 50 metres and 2 metres at 1.71% copper from 85 metres, located about 700 metres north of the existing Sandiego deposit. The site is noted for its substantial copper and zinc grades, along with traces of gold, silver and lead. This drilling campaign is budgeted at $100,000 and aims to expand on the existing mineral resource estimate of 4.1 million tonnes at 1.4% copper and 4.3% zinc. The renewed interest in this site was spurred by the recent surge in copper prices, which have increased by nearly 22% over the last six months, now standing at US$4.37 per pound. AuKing believes work at the Sandiego North prospect has the potential to enhance the overall project economics significantly. Contact Details Proactive Investors Jonathan Jackson +61 413 713 744 Jonathan@proactiveinvestors.com

April 16, 2024 03:15 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Ioneer moves closer to construction and production at Rhyolite Ridge

IONEER LTD

Ioneer Ltd (ASX:INR) managing director Bernard Rowe is with Proactive’s Jonathan Jackson to discuss the latest developments at the Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project in Nevada. Ioneer has reached a crucial phase in advancing the proposed mine with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) issuing the project's draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), a key step in the environmental permitting process for this greenfield site in Esmeralda County. This draft EIS is particularly notable as it's the first issued under the Biden Administration's initiative to boost domestic lithium production. The statement is open for public comment, reflecting years of collaboration between Ioneer and various federal, state, local agencies and Tribal Nations. The project aims to significantly contribute to the US electric vehicle (EV) battery production supply chain, offering a sustainable source of lithium and boron critical for clean energy transitions. The revised mining proposal has been tailored to safeguard the endangered Tiehm’s Buckwheat, showcasing Ioneer's commitment to responsible and sustainable mining practices. Construction is anticipated to start following a final investment decision and production is expected by 2027. Contact Details Proactive Investors Jonathan Jackson +61 413 713 744 jonathan@proactiveinvestors.com

April 16, 2024 03:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Benchmark International Facilitated The Transaction Of Deluxe Plumbing & Heating To HomeX Services Group

Benchmark International

Deluxe Plumbing and Heating has served the Bethlehem and Allentown area of PA since 1984. Since its inception, the Deluxe team’s core mission has been providing “worry-free” plumbing, electrical, and HVAC services to the family of customers, day or night. This commitment to service, shared by HomeX Services Group, reassures our customers that excellent service will continue to be a priority. Growing from a team of three to forty-five team members is a sense of pride for the organization and displays their deep commitment to the community. Their passion for teamwork, family, and culture has been integral to the success and growth of the organization. “This is an exciting time for the Deluxe family. We have always prided ourselves on our technical expertise and the quality of service our customers have come to love and expect.” Larry added, “Partnering with the folks at Haller and HomeX Services Group allows us to expand that level of service and create more opportunities for our team members. I know Kenny and the Haller team well and am proud to partner with a best-in-class organization like Haller. I am looking forward to seeing our growth in PA accelerate in 2024 and beyond.” - Larry Shoemaker, owner of Deluxe Plumbing & Heating Founded in 2017, HomeX Services Group operates regionally throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, providing various home services, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services. Focusing on people, technology, and operations has helped HomeX be recognized as one of the fastest-growing HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical Services providers in residential and commercial segments. “This is a great addition to the HomeX Services Group family. Eastern Pennsylvania remains a significant market for our business and growth in the Northeast. Our partnership with Deluxe brings two great brands together, Deluxe and Haller, in a key market that we expect to continue proliferating. We are thrilled to have Larry joining the team while continuing to lead our operations in the Bethlehem and Allentown markets," Alexson added, “Partnering with an organization like Deluxe Plumbing and Heating continues our mission to be the most highly recommended HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical Services company in the Northeast and beyond!”- Brian Alexson, President of HomeX Services Group “The combining of two great organizations is always exciting to see. Both businesses provide exceptional services in the respective geographic locations and can now build upon their already stellar reputations” – Senior Director Matthew Kekelis, Benchmark International Americas: Sam Smoot at +1 (813) 898 2350 / Smoot@BenchmarkIntl.com Europe: Michael Lawrie at +44 (0) 161 359 4400 / Lawrie@BenchmarkIntl.com Africa: Anthony McCardle at +27 21 300 2055 / McCardle@BenchmarkIntl.com ABOUT BENCHMARK INTERNATIONAL: Benchmark International is a global M&A firm that provides business owners with creative, value-maximizing solutions for growing and exiting their businesses. Benchmark International has handled over $11 billion in transaction value across various industries from offices across the world. With decades of M&A experience, Benchmark International’s transaction teams have assisted business owners with achieving their objectives and ensuring the continued growth of their businesses. The firm has also been named the Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor and the Global M&A Network as well as the #1 Sell-side Exclusive Privately-held M&A Advisor in the World by Pitchbook and Refinitiv's Global League Tables. Contact Details Brittney Zoeller +1 813-898-2350 zoeller@benchmarkintl.com Company Website https://www.benchmarkintl.com/

April 16, 2024 12:37 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Imugene partners with Kincell Bio; selling cell therapy manufacturing facility for $6 million

IMUGENE LIMITED

Imugene Ltd (ASX:IMU) managing director and CEO Leslie Chong sits down with Proactive’s Jonathan Jackson to discuss the strategic partnership the company has formed with Kincell Bio, LLC that involves the sale of Imugene's Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) compliant cell therapy manufacturing facility in North Carolina. This agreement is set to bolster both companies' positions in the immunocellular therapy market.Kincell Bio will acquire the facility with a total investment of up to US$6 million, which includes upfront and milestone-driven payments over the next three years. This acquisition will enable Kincell Bio to expand its manufacturing capacity and continue providing high-quality development and manufacturing support.As part of the deal, Imugene will transfer process and analytical development activities of its Azer-cel to Kincell Bio, streamlining operations and focusing on clinical supply for ongoing trials. This move is expected to bring substantial financial efficiencies for Imugene, with anticipated savings of US$32 million in staff costs, manufacturing efficiencies and overheads over three years. Additionally, the restructuring will result in a 50% reduction in staff but extend Imugene's cash runway to 2026.Chong explains the implications of this partnership and how it benefits upcoming inflection points Contact Details Proactive Investors Jonathan Jackson +61 413 713 744 jonathan@proactiveinvestors.com

April 16, 2024 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Lion Leaders Meet with Members of Congress in Washington D.C.

Lions International

Lions International leaders met with members of Congress as part of Lions Day on Capitol Hill. The event was designed to raise awareness of Lions Clubs International and the contributions Lions are making in communities throughout the United States and around the globe. “There are more than 260,000 Lions across the United States that are changing the world every day by serving local and global communities where it’s needed most,” said Lions International President Dr. Patti Hill. “Lions International is a non-partisan, non-government organization, which is calling upon members of Congress to provide support for several proposed initiatives designed to preserve our environment and agricultural lands.” Lions International supports several global causes including those related to the environment and hunger. The group discussed some of the nation’s top issues and Lions asked Congress to: • Support Lions’ commitment to protecting the environment and preventing and responding to natural disasters. It is imperative Appropriations Committee Leadership supports the United States’ Nationally Determined Contribution, our plan to cut emissions and adapt to climate impacts. This benefits America’s strategic interest to sequester more carbon dioxide through improved agriculture and land policy, climate-smart agricultural practices, reforestation, rotational grazing, and nutrient management practices. This will also reduce the scope and intensity of natural disasters like catastrophic wildfires. • Prioritize hunger relief in women and girls. According to World Food Program USA, there are 333 million people severely hungry around the world right now, and nearly 60% are women and girls. As a result, many women suffer health conditions due to lack of nutrition, such as anemia. Critical World Hunger Programs through the US Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Assistance Programs and Foreign Agriculture Service account, including vital Food for Peace Title II Grants, aim for a world free of hunger and poverty, where people live in dignity, peace, and security. Together, officials and humanitarian organizations, including Lions International, can provide hunger relief in impacted communities. • Join the Congressional Service Organization Caucus. This Caucus was initiated by Lions and championed by Rotary, Kiwanis, and Optimist and serves as a platform for educating members, staff, and the public on policy issues relating to service organizations. It also shares positive stories from clubs across the country and in hopes of fostering the future viability and continued growth of local service clubs and the work of their volunteers. “Lions Day on Capitol Hill is about transforming our world into one where impactful decisions are made with compassion, sustainability, and equity,” said President Hill, “Protecting our planet and ending world hunger are essential to achieving world peace and we must work together to help achieve key sustainability goals today to ensure a safe and peaceful tomorrow.” About Lions International Lions International is the largest service club organization in the world. More than 1.4 million members in over 49,000 clubs are serving in 200 countries and geographic areas around the globe. Since 1917, Lions have strengthened local communities through hands-on service and humanitarian projects, and we extend our service impact through the generous support of our Lions Clubs International Foundation. We are focused on supporting vision, the environment, childhood cancer, hunger, diabetes and other pressing humanitarian needs to help address some of the biggest challenges facing humanity. For more information about Lions International, visit lionsclubs.org.

April 16, 2024 11:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Culinary Institute of the Pacific Taps CIA for new Workforce Development Program

Culinary Institute of America

Kapiʻolani Community College and the Culinary Institute of the Pacific today announced a collaboration with The Culinary Institute of America (CIA), the world’s premier culinary college, on a new workforce and professional development program. The program, designed for both professional chefs and people aspiring to join the foodservice and hospitality workforce, will offer in-depth, weeklong courses highlighting the cuisines of the Pacific Rim, Asia, Latin America, along with other global, plant-forward cuisines, contemporary garde manger, and more. Phase one of this program will launch early fall, with eight to 12 one-week-long programs taking place over the next year. The program kicks off September 16-20. "The collaboration between the Culinary Institute of the Pacific and the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) marks a pivotal moment aimed at truly creating a world-class culinary institute. By enlisting the support of CIA to introduce specialized classes for industry professionals and work force development, we're not just expanding our educational repertoire; but more importantly, highlighting the value of culinary education to the greater visitor industry and local community. This initiative will uplift the Culinary Institute of the Pacific, signifying a commitment to excellence and a dedication in fostering a community of highly trained, skilled, and innovative culinary professionals. It's a bold step towards realizing our goal of becoming globally competitive in culinary education and enriching the culinary landscape in Hawaiʻi for generations to come." - Chef Roy Yamaguchi, Director of the Culinary Institute of the Pacific. Yamaguchi, who was recently named Culinary Institute of the Pacific’s program coordinator will collaborate closely with the CIA’s chef instructors to develop a long-term and mutually beneficial relationship between the two organizations. “We are excited to collaborate with CIP to provide this workforce development program,” said Chef David Kamen, director of client experience at CIA Consulting. “These hands-on programs—set against the beautiful backdrop of Diamond Head—provides a dynamic learning environment and will help ensure the talent pipeline in the islands remains robust for years to come.” For more information or to register, visit https://culinaryinstitute.hawaii.edu/. About The Culinary Institute of America Founded in 1946, The Culinary Institute of America is the world’s premier culinary college. Dedicated to developing leaders in foodservice and hospitality, the independent, not-for-profit CIA offers associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees with majors in culinary arts, baking & pastry arts, food business management, hospitality management, culinary science, and applied food studies. The college also offers executive education, certificate programs, and courses for professionals and enthusiasts. Its conferences, leadership initiatives, and consulting services have made the CIA the think tank of the food industry and its worldwide network of more than 50,000 alumni includes innovators in every area of the food world. The CIA has locations in New York, California, Texas, and Singapore. For more information, visit www.ciachef.edu. About Culinary Institute of Pacific The programs at The Culinary Institute of the Pacific (CIP) at Kapiʻolani Community College planted its roots in 1946, then known as the “Hotel and Restaurant” program, under the Territorial Department of Public Instruction located at the Palama Settlement facilities. Since then, the program has moved from the Ala Wai Clubhouse to the Pensacola Campus to where it currently stands along the slopes of Lē‘ahi. The program has recently expanded its footprint to include the Culinary Institute of the Pacific at Diamond Head where two state-of-the-art culinary laboratories have been built and will soon be home to three prized facility additions: a Tasting Studio, the Food Creativity Center, and the highly anticipated CIP restaurant. The CIP program prides itself as a conduit for supporting the State of Hawai‘i’s culinary industry through a multitude of educational avenues, both short and long term, including bachelor’s degree transfer pathways, associate degrees, certificates, workforce development, and non-credit programming. The Culinary Institute of the Pacific programs extend across the University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges System including programs at Leeward Community College, Kauaʻi Community College, Maui College, and Hawaiʻi Community College. Contact Details The Culinary Institute of America Amanda Secor - Associate Director, Industry Marketing & Communications +1 845-451-1457 amanda.secor@culinary.edu Lisa Yamamoto - Public Information Specialist +1 808-734-9136 lisany@hawaii.edu Company Website https://www.ciachef.edu/

April 16, 2024 10:35 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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