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StartupMafia has published its 2025 Innovation Watch List, identifying ten technology companies making practical improvements in business operations.

While unicorns and IPO-driven startups continue to dominate headlines, the companies on this year’s list are focused on solving day-to-day challenges with targeted tools and services.

StartupMafia’s list reflects growing demand for functional, results-oriented solutions as businesses face tighter budgets and more complex operational demands.

Digital Growth Agencies

These five agencies are setting new benchmarks in digital growth by delivering outcomes rooted in research, local insight and platform fluency. 

ITForce raises the bar for data-driven SEO

ITForce is a digital marketing agency based in Ukraine, serving tech and eCommerce clients across Europe. The firm offers comprehensive services, including technical SEO, performance audits, Google Ads campaign management and mobile app store optimization.

Its analytics-driven approach allows clients to scale efficiently into new markets. By focusing on data-backed execution and ROI, ITForce has become a strategic ally for growth-stage companies looking to compete internationally.

Talks blends editorial clarity with search performance

Talks is a UK-based agency that merges content strategy with SEO to help brands connect meaningfully with target audiences. Founded by Modestas Mankus, a media entrepreneur with experience in culture and e-commerce, Talks is known for creating search-optimized messaging that reflects brand voice and user intent. 

The agency works across sectors and geographies, supporting organizations with content that is both discoverable and authentic.

LeaseMyMarketing delivers strategic SEO at scale

LeaseMyMarketing empowers established brands to gain a competitive edge in both national and local markets through high-impact, data-backed SEO strategies. Leveraging fractional marketing expertise, the agency provides scalable, on-demand strategic support tailored to each client’s needs.

By focusing on search intent, geographic targeting, and measurable KPIs, LeaseMyMarketing helps brands move beyond visibility to achieve real market traction. Known for its strategic precision and transparent performance metrics, LeaseMyMarketing is the go-to partner for companies ready to outpace competitors and turn search dominance into sustained growth—whether on a local block or across the nation.

Digitalico connects SEO to culture and conversion

Digitalico specializes in multilingual, region-specific SEO for brands expanding across continents. The agency’s approach goes far beyond keyword translation. 

Its teams localize messaging, search strategy, and campaign structure to match the behaviors and expectations of target audiences in Europe, Asia and Latin America. 

vertify builds sustainable organic visibility

vertify brings a data-first, award-winning approach to long-term search growth. With clients in SaaS, education, services, and e-commerce, the agency blends technical audits, on-page optimization, content strategy and digital PR. 

Its focus on organic traffic that compounds over time has earned recognition from industry bodies across Europe and worldwide. vertify is especially effective for firms looking to build resilient, SEO-led growth without overreliance on paid media.

Sales and Automation

The rise of real-time decision-making in sales and content operations has placed new demands on platforms to deliver live insights and reduce manual work. These tools are built for speed, clarity and integration.

Teneks.ai transforms sales calls into conversions

Teneks is a sales-intelligence platform that converts live sales calls into actionable insight. Real-time AI prompts help representatives address objections and outline next steps, while manager dashboards cut review time by an average of eight hours a week.

Some companies in sectors such as life-insurance, HR software and enterprise SaaS have observed sales cycles up to 30% shorter after adopting the platform, attributing the improvement to earlier discovery and real-time feedback.

Gpdrm.com brings order to cloud photo libraries

Gpdrm.com solves a common but time-consuming issue in digital content management. The platform scans Google Photos accounts for duplicate and redundant images, offering one-click deletion with minimal user intervention. 

As teams work with growing visual asset libraries, gpdrm.com helps reduce clutter, free up storage and maintain clean media systems without the need for manual oversight.

Infrastructure and Operations

These platforms support the behind-the-scenes functions that keep modern businesses running smoothly—whether it’s legal setup for international expansion or efficient mobility solutions for teams on the move. By streamlining logistics and compliance, they enable companies to operate across borders, reduce overhead and stay agile in complex environments.

Legarithm enables smooth international expansion

Legarithm supports company formation, licensing, and compliance in over 50 jurisdictions. Operating out of Cyprus, Estonia and the UAE, the firm provides legal infrastructure for startups and scale-ups entering new markets. 

Its services are used by founders launching remote teams or establishing operations across borders. Legarithm brings speed and simplicity to complex legal setups, especially in regions with evolving regulatory frameworks.

8Rental streamlines group travel across Europe

8Rental operates a modern fleet of minibuses and coaches in over 30 European countries. It serves event planners, tour operators and corporate teams with licensed chauffeurs and Wi-Fi-enabled vehicles. 

Its services reduce congestion and emissions by offering shared group travel options as an alternative to multiple cars. With a fast quoting system and multilingual support, 8Rental is designed for seamless group logistics and long-distance coordination.

Drivo offers flexible rentals for urban drivers

Drivo is a New York–based car rental platform offering a wide selection of vehicles through an entirely digital booking system. From compact sedans to full-size SUVs, Drivo serves residents and travelers who need flexible, short-term access to transportation.

With transparent pricing, online check-ins and 24/7 support, the platform provides a streamlined rental experience in one of the most demanding urban markets.

Why These Companies Matter Now

The 2025 Innovation Watch List reflects a clear shift in how organizations evaluate technology and service providers. In a time of limited budgets and heightened performance expectations, companies are prioritizing utility, speed and verifiable results.

Whether it’s increasing visibility in global search, closing sales more efficiently or simplifying compliance across jurisdictions, these service providers and platforms deliver clear outcomes with minimal overhead.

Many of the selected companies have become integral to their clients’ day-to-day operations. Their strength lies in narrow focus, technical depth and adaptability to real business challenges.

About StartupMafia

StartupMafia is an independent media outlet covering startup trends, digital tools, and growth tactics for entrepreneurs and marketers. Known for practical reviews, expert roundups, and founder-driven insights, we help early-stage businesses stay ahead in the fast-paced tech world. For more information, visit startupmafia.eu.

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“Basswood, also known as linden,” says Glen Allen-based The Wright Scoop – Sylvia Hoehns Wright, “is a plant recognized to enable eco-sustainable urban and suburban landscapes as well as larger spaces. As a result, I am recognizing it as a ‘plant of CARE'."

As a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly the eastern regions, basswood is valued for its lightweight, workable wood, which is used in various applications, including musical instruments and carvings. A popular choice for landscaping due to its attractive appearance and shade, its flowers are a valuable source of nectar for bees, producing a distinctive, gourmet honey. Basswood's soft, even grain also makes it ideal for carving, turning and other woodworking projects. Its inner bark fibers can be processed into strong rope and twine.

From an ecological perspective, basswood flowers are a vital source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. In fact, the tree provides shelter and food for various birds, insects and animals as well as plants such as woodpeckers, beetles or mistletoe. Identified remarkable by the Remarkable Trees of Virginia Project, such a tree is located on Wright’s family properties. It is one of the state of Virginia's largest, oldest, most historic, beautiful and beloved trees.

Landscape Gardens of CARE

“Eco-sustainable spaces,” says Wright, “are not simply a result of lifestyle choices but reflect how we feel about the environment. While keeping it simple (as in simple living) is the name of the game, there is a more important underlying factor—a commitment to ultimate greening: providing for the present without sacrificing the future. Basswood trees flourish naturalized in almost any nationwide landscape and through their vibrant color and sustainability are recognized to inspire people to become people who CARE—have a perspective of conservation, advocacy, recovery and eco-efficiency.”

Plants of CARE, Plant Recognition Program

Whether an experienced landscape professional or novice homeowner, Wright’s advocacy challenges all to not simply identify plants that survive but thrive—and then, to create landscapes from a sustainable point of view, seeking to reduce their carbon footprint as well as feed their family pesticide-free produce. “For,” says Wright, “any style landscape should not simply reflect traditional design concepts but be a result of the right plant, installed in the right place at the right (optimal) planting season—creating a legacy of green, healthier urban and suburban communities. The challenge is to create landscapes from a 'waste not and want not' ecological commitment to become caretakers for the environmental community.”

As a hands-on landscape gardener who has participated in nationwide regional plant testing, Wright gained familiarity with programs such as the "Southern Living Plant Collection," "Proven Winners," "Plants That Work" and many more. Still, while such plant materials have proven to enable landscape gardens, a plant of CARE is spotlighted by Wright for its ability to inspire people to CARE—have a perspective of conservation, advocacy, recovery and eco-efficiency.

To ongoingly encourage all to "dig in the dirt," a "plant of CARE" is recognized quarterly.

About The Wright Scoop – Sylvia Hoehns Wright

A graduate of the Virginia Natural Resource Leadership Institute program and a recipient of the "Turning America from Eco-weak to Eco-chic" award, The Wright Scoop – Sylvia Hoehns Wright urges all to keep America beautiful and become people who CARE—have a perspective of conservation, accountability, recovery and eco-efficiency. To inspire others, she offers one-on-one consulting, speeches and workshops and has published a series of eco-books.

For more information, visit thewrightscoop.com, email syhwright@gmail.com or follow her activities on social media through Facebook group The Wright Scoop or @WrightScoop on Twitter/X.

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Sylvia Hoehns Wright
syhwright@gmail.com

Why do customers choose inferior competitors and products over yours? The answer, according to Nicolos "Nic" Abelian, founder and CEO of AnotherZero, is frustratingly simple: customers don’t clearly see, understand or trust you. It's one of the main reasons 50% of businesses fail within their first five years.

The Visibility Problem

With over 350 million businesses worldwide and 50 million new ones launching every year, it's becoming increasingly difficult to stand out and convince potential customers to choose you. The marketplace has become so saturated that, no matter how exceptional your offering is, customers can’t choose you if they can’t see you.

As an entrepreneur — whether you’re a consultant, content creator, author, coach, agency owner or running an online store or local service — you’ve probably experienced this at some point. You’ve poured your heart into creating something genuinely amazing, only to watch customers choose competitors who deliver less value for higher prices.

Abelian, who led a $30 million company before graduating from USC Marshall School of Business, realized early in his career that visibility was just as critical as product quality. This insight became the foundation of AnotherZero, a company that has since helped over 10,000 businesses across 50+ countries solve a core problem most failing entrepreneurs overlook.

The Three Pillars of Business Success

Through his work at AnotherZero, Abelian identified three critical elements that determine whether great businesses win or lose:

1. Visibility: "Can customers see you?"

In today's digital world, visibility relies mainly on search engine optimization (SEO) and strategic advertising. Think of high search rankings as prime real estate in a crowded marketplace; the most visible storefronts attract the most customers. This means even the best products and services go unnoticed if they don’t have a visible location where their customers are looking. And although being called a “hidden gem” might sound great, it’s the exact opposite of what you want your business to be. With the rapid evolution of AI and increasingly competitive digital spaces, it has become harder than ever for businesses to consistently remain visible and attract customers.

Abelian’s frustration with traditional agencies, which consistently under delivered and rarely translated into meaningful business growth, prompted him to develop proven strategies of his own. By investing over $5 million across billboards, direct mail, social media, Google, TV and radio ads for his own companies, he identified what reliably grows the bottom line.

As Abelian puts it: "If customers can't see you, they can't buy from you."

2. Clear value: "What's in it for me?"

Once customers can see you, you need to clearly answer what they're thinking: "How will this help me?" and "What's in it for me?"

Effective marketing immediately answers these questions, not through flashy advertisements or clever taglines, but by explicitly showing customers exactly how your offerings solve their problems and fulfill their specific needs right now. Because AnotherZero works with thousands of businesses across more than 100 industries, they see what's working in real time. This enables AnotherZero to help business owners clarify their messaging and leverage strategies proven to connect with customers. As a result, customers understand how each business uniquely solves their problems and fulfills their specific needs. This clarity not only drives higher sales and conversion rates, but it's also why AnotherZero is rated the No. 1 marketing agency on Trustpilot out of over 6,500 competitors.

3. Credibility: "Why should I trust you?"

Now that potential customers know they need your service, the next step is proving you can actually deliver. At this point, customers understand the solution they need, and you must convince them you're the right choice.

In 2025, over 90% of consumers read online reviews before making a purchase — making social proof vital for building credibility. Customers naturally wonder, "Why should I trust you?" Abelian calls this the "credibility catch-22": You need credibility to attract customers, yet building that credibility first requires having customers.

The key to breaking this cycle is powerful branding, which clearly communicates your story, qualifications and results. Instead of relying on empty claims or exaggerated promises, successful brands establish trust through genuine proof, such as customer testimonials, news features and industry recognition.

When your branding consistently provides real stories and credible proof that directly address your audience’s core concerns, customers confidently choose you over competitors.

As Abelian emphasizes, "Customers should immediately know who you are, why you're qualified and whether you can actually deliver."

The Integrated Approach

These three elements — visibility, clear value and credibility — must work hand-in-hand to turn potential customers into paying ones. Missing even one can significantly reduce conversions and sales.

If customers can’t see you, they can’t buy from you. If they see you but don't clearly understand how you help, they'll choose someone else. And even if they understand your value, they'll hesitate unless they're confident you can deliver, ultimately choosing a competitor they trust more.

AnotherZero strategically combines these components, helping businesses consistently attract and convert customers. Using these same strategies, AnotherZero achieved 40x growth in just one year, earned industry recognition (e.g., features in USA News and Forbes) and maintained an exceptional 4.9-star Trustpilot rating.

The Path Forward

Whether you run an online business, local service, startup, consultancy, coaching practice, marketing agency, influencer platform or are writing the next bestseller, think of your business strategy like crafting a bestselling book. Each component must be aligned:

• SEO and advertising place your book front and center in the exact section your target audience is already looking.
• Marketing is the cover and title that makes readers think, “This is exactly what I need.”
• Branding provides the credibility and proof you're qualified to solve their problem, giving readers confidence to pick it up and start reading.

Ultimately, businesses tired of losing to inferior competitors must recognize that success isn’t about simply being the best. It's about being seen, understood and trusted by customers. By strategically integrating these critical elements, great businesses ensure they’re always positioned to win.

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Nicolos Abelian
team@anotherzero.com

MagicSchool AI, the No. 1 AI platform used in schools, today launched its "Teachers Are Magic" back-to-school campaign. The campaign features real teachers on billboards across major metropolitan areas including Miami, Dallas and Atlanta, accompanied by celebratory local events honoring educators. Running through September, the initiative celebrates inspiring educators from local communities alongside MagicSchool's signature message: "Teachers Are Magic."

"Teachers and students across the nation heading back to school this fall, a special moment for families and communities across the country worthy of celebration," said Adeel Khan, founder and CEO of MagicSchool AI and former teacher and principal. "It’s not uncommon to see professional athletes or celebrities on billboards, and as we head into another school year, we think elevating teachers who tirelessly dedicate themselves to their students deserve the same treatment.”

The "Teachers Are Magic" campaign aligns with MagicSchool's mission to help tackle the crisis of teacher burnout with tools that can make their everyday life easier. The platform's suite of over 80 AI tools for educators helps streamline lesson planning, assessment creation and administrative tasks, allowing teachers to focus on what they do best: teaching and inspiring students. On average, teachers report that MagicSchool saves them seven hours of time each week — nearly a full day. The platform serves nearly 6 million educators representing nearly every US school district and educators in 160 countries worldwide.

MagicSchool’s Back-to-School Campaign Details

As part of its back-to-school campaign, MagicSchool has launched its free “Back-to-School Guide,” which includes teacher-loved tools, monthly planning pages and AI prompts for every level, giving teachers the resources they need to hit the ground running this fall.

The billboards feature photos and inspiring testimonials from real teachers, including Dr. Jessica Harris, a special education instructional specialist in Georgia, who shared: "The magic of teaching to me means being able to see and bring out the magic in students that they don't even see within themselves."

In addition to the billboard displays, MagicSchool will host teacher appreciation events in each featured market. These gatherings will provide opportunities for local educators, students and their families to connect, share experiences and celebrate teachers’ contributions to their communities. Event details and registration information will be available soon on MagicSchool's website.

About MagicSchool AI

MagicSchool is the most loved, secure and trusted AI platform for educators and students — with nearly every U.S. school district and 160 countries around the world using the platform. MagicSchool is built for educators, by educators, providing a genuine opportunity to reclaim valuable time for educators, combat burnout and elevate the art of teaching. To learn more, visit www.magicschool.ai.

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Kirsten Underwood
press@magicschool.ai

L-Nutra, a global leader in nutrition technology and longevity science, is once again redefining what precision nutrition can do with the launch of the Prolon® L-Protein Bar — a clean, plant-based bar scientifically formulated to provide the perfect balance of amino acids from plant-based sources to support both muscle health and healthy aging, not just workouts.

Most protein products today are focused on quantity — more grams, more calories, more bulk. But emerging longevity science shows that too much of the wrong kind of protein can accelerate aging by overstimulating key growth pathways like IGF-1 and mTOR. On the other hand, too little protein — especially in strict vegan diets — may fail to adequately support muscle maintenance and overall strength.

Achieving this balance is critical: while excessive protein, particularly from animal sources, may overstimulate pro-aging pathways, too little protein can undermine strength, energy, and overall resilience. The L-Protein Bar is carefully designed to navigate this middle path — delivering the right nutrients, in the right amounts, from the right sources. Now part of the Prolon suite of clinically informed nutrition tools, the L-Protein Bar continues L-Nutra’s mission to create smarter everyday nutrition solutions rooted in more than two decades of research.

“If you want to live a long and healthy life, you need to slow the rate of aging every day — and that starts with what you eat,” says Dr. Joseph Antoun, a Harvard- and Johns Hopkins-trained physician and CEO of L-Nutra. “Protein can accelerate aging if you're choosing the wrong types or the wrong amounts. Our novel L-Protein Bar, rooted in more than 25 years of longevity science, strikes the optimal balance: enough to support muscle strength, but not so much that it speeds up the aging process. And unlike most protein products, there are no hidden ingredients. We pride ourselves on quality ingredients and transparency in how we make our products."

A Protein Bar Built for the Future of Health

Formulated by scientists at the USC Longevity Institute, the Prolon L-Protein Bar includes a diverse blend of plant-based proteins (from black beans, chickpeas, and peas) and is fortified with L-methionine, an essential amino acid typically low or missing in vegan diets and other vegan protein supplements. This targeted formulation is designed to maintain a balanced growth factor response while delivering complete protein support for muscle and tissue health.

Each bar contains 14 grams of protein, only 170 calories, and is made without added sugars, sugar alcohols, or artificial sweeteners. Instead, it’s naturally sweetened with whole dates for a rich flavor and more balanced glycemic response.

How Our Protein Bar Redefines the Standard

• Clinically Inspired Nutrition: Formulated to avoid overstimulation of nutrient-sensing pathways associated with accelerated aging, such as IGF-1 and mTOR.
• Complete Plant-Based Protein: A targeted blend of black beans, chickpeas, and pea protein — fortified with L-methionine to deliver a full essential amino acid profile.
• Blood Sugar Conscious: Naturally sweetened with whole dates, a low-glycemic fruit. No added sugars, sugar alcohols, or artificial sweeteners.
• High Protein Density: 14 grams of plant proteins per 170 calories — more protein per calorie than most leading bars.
• Clean, Thoughtful Ingredients: Gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free, non-GMO, and made with heart-healthy fats from extra virgin olive oil and cocoa butter.

The bar launches in its first flavor, Chocolate Coated, featuring a 100% dark chocolate layer and a rich, satisfying taste. Additional flavors are planned as part of Prolon’s expanding Longevity Nutrition platform — a product suite designed to help people integrate clinically-backed, health-supportive nutrition into daily life.

The Prolon L-Protein Bar is now available for purchase at ProlonLife.com.

About L-Nutra

L-Nutra is the global leader in nutri-technology, advancing the discovery, design, and delivery of clinically tested Nutrition for Longevity and Nutrition as Medicine programs. With over 134 issued patents and more than 47 published clinical studies in collaboration with 18 leading universities, L-Nutra’s innovations harness the power of plant-based nutrition to support healthy aging, metabolic reset, and cellular rejuvenation.

Through its consumer division, Prolon, L-Nutra offers a suite of fasting and longevity-focused products designed to reduce biological age and support whole-body wellness. Its medical division, L-Nutra Health, delivers clinically backed programs aimed at supporting the remission and regression of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes and metabolic conditions through food-led, lifestyle medicine interventions. Together, these branches reflect L-Nutra’s mission to transform what’s possible through nutrition and longevity science.

To learn more, visit l-nutra.com.

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Melanie Murphy Richter
mmurphy@l-nutra.com

Xoralia, the Microsoft 365-integrated policy management software, has published new research showing consistently high policy attestation rates across its customer base. The study, which analysed attestation data from a representative sample of customers, reveals that over 77% of organisations using Xoralia achieve attestation rates above 75%. Notably, 27% of customers reported rates in the 95–100% range, while more than half achieved 90–100% completion. 

Attestation refers to the process by which employees formally acknowledge that they have read and understood a policy. It’s a key part of compliance in sectors such as finance, healthcare, education and social services—where regulations require businesses to ensure staff are aware of and adhere to critical policies and procedures. 

Xoralia’s consistently high customer attestation rates point to the strength of the platform’s dedicated attestation features. These include automatic notifications and reminders, dashboards showing policy completion at team and organisational level, and visibility for line managers into the status of mandatory reads within their teams. Managers also receive alerts for overdue attestations, making it easier to chase non-completion and ensure compliance. 

In addition, Xoralia offers advanced attestation tools like built-in quizzes. These allow companies to verify employee comprehension of policies, not just that a document was opened or ticked off. Quizzes can be configured with pass marks and repeat limits to ensure compliance is meaningful, not just procedural. 

The study acknowledges that high attestation rates are influenced by a range of factors beyond technology. Industry regulations, company culture, leadership tone, and internal policy discipline all contribute. But the findings suggest that Xoralia’s user-friendly interface and strong reporting capabilities significantly reduce the friction typically associated with policy attestation. 

“Xoralia was designed with real-world compliance teams in mind,” said Dan Hawtrey, CEO of Content Formula, the company behind Xoralia. “We’ve invested in features that make it easier for employees to complete their mandatory reads and for managers to monitor and drive completions. These high attestation rates are a reflection of that focus.” 

The platform’s reporting tools also provide compliance leaders with clear visibility of attestation progress, allowing them to identify areas of risk and demonstrate compliance to auditors and regulators. 

Xoralia is used by organisations ranging from 100 to 100,000 users across sectors including financial services, manufacturing, energy and healthcare. Its seamless integration with SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft 365 means customers can deliver attestation workflows within the tools employees already use—removing the need for standalone systems or complex integrations. 

To learn more about Xoralia’s policy attestation features and how to improve compliance across your organisation, visit xoralia.com.

About Xoralia

Xoralia is a policy management software platform for Microsoft 365 that helps organisations manage the entire policy lifecycle—from creation and approval to publishing, attestation and auditing. Built by Microsoft 365 consultancy Content Formula, Xoralia is trusted by enterprises worldwide to support compliance, reduce risk and engage employees with critical policies and procedures. For more information, visit xoralia.com.

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Dan Hawtrey
dhawtrey@contentformula.com

Reefer Van Network (RVN), the leading expedite partner for the cold chain, has launched its new customer portal, giving shippers instant, self-serve access to book dry and temperature-controlled cargo vans and small trucks—on demand, 24/7.

This launch marks a major step forward in RVN’s mission to modernize cold chain logistics. The new portal is designed for speed, ease of use, and accessibility, empowering users to secure the right-sized equipment without waiting for callbacks, wading through quotes, or dealing with unreliable carriers. For businesses moving time and temperature-sensitive freight, RVN now offers a simple way to move faster and smarter.

According to Alex Winston, founder of RVN, “Businesses need fast, easy access to shipping solutions that get their freight picked up on demand, and delivered on time and on temp. Our portal gives them exactly that. It’s one more step toward our goal of making cold chain freight more responsive, transparent, and dependable.”

RVN’s platform addresses long-standing inefficiencies in the cold chain. Traditional LTL options are often too slow, unreliable, or simply unavailable when needed most. Full truckload solutions, while faster, tend to be oversized and expensive for smaller, temperature-sensitive loads. Meanwhile, the market has lacked a 24/7 on-demand solution for small refrigerated vehicles—until now.

By connecting users directly to the largest network of refrigerated cargo vans and box trucks in the U.S., RVN allows businesses to move with confidence and control. The portal includes real-time shipment visibility, proactive updates, and always-on customer support, delivering the transparency and responsiveness customers need.

“This isn’t just a booking tool—it’s a gateway to a better shipping experience,” Winston added. “When timing and temperature matter most, RVN delivers.”

The RVN customer portal is now live: https://reefervannetwork.com/product-tour/

About Reefer Van Network (RVN)

Reefer Van Network (RVN) is the leading platform for temperature-controlled and dry freight delivery using cargo vans, straight trucks, and box trucks. RVN makes it easy to book fast, reliable transport for frozen food, seafood, meat, ice cream, and dry goods—no delays, no guesswork. With on-demand capacity, real-time tracking, and 24/7 support, RVN eliminates the hassle of LTL and the cost of FTL. Backed by industry-best on-time rates and compliance expertise, RVN ensures every load arrives protected and on time. It’s cold chain logistics—simplified. For more information, visit reefervannetwork.com.

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Jonathan Oldacre
jonathan@reefervannetwork.com

SeoProfy recently hosted the third NaZahid SEO Meetup, bringing together the international SEO community for an energizing and insightful event. Far more than a traditional lecture series, the gathering served as a powerful platform for exchanging ideas, sharing knowledge, and forging meaningful professional connections.

With over 190 attendees, including SEO professionals, startup founders, marketers, and investors, the event provided a dynamic environment to explore today’s most pressing industry trends and emerging strategies.

Featured Topics and Speakers

The agenda featured a diverse lineup of industry experts covering practical, forward-looking topics:

• Dmytro Bondar – How to Launch Projects That Don’t Shut Down in Six Months
• Victor Karpenko & Illia Cherepynets – Entering New Niches and GEOs With Deep Research
• Bastian Grimm – Digital Experience Beyond Traditional Search
• George Rysak – From SEO Expert to CEO: Launching a Successful Startup
• D. Belianin, S. Dobrev, V. Malakchi, Y. Svyrydiuk – Investment Trends: What Funds Are Looking for Today
• Den Markov – ASO in White and Gray Apps: Cases and Principles

Capturing the Energy

The event’s collaborative atmosphere and vibrant discussions left a lasting impact on attendees. To get a glimpse of the experience, watch the official highlight reel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJrFnjCvi1c

Gratitude From SeoProfy

The SeoProfy team extends its heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated, shared insights, and helped make the third NaZahid SEO Meetup an unforgettable success.

About SeoProfy

SeoProfy is a professional digital marketing agency specializing in advanced search engine optimization (SEO) strategies. The company serves clients across various industries, providing data-driven solutions that improve organic search performance and digital marketing ROI. For more information, visit seoprofy.com.

About NaZahid

NaZahid began as an online SEO conference and evolved into an in-person event starting in 2023, with its first meetup held in Vienna. On June 13, 2025, the third edition took place in Como, Italy, near the picturesque shores of Lake Como. The event is organized by SeoProfy. As an agency that understands the challenges SEO professionals face, SeoProfy recognizes the value of community, knowledge sharing, and networking opportunities offered by events like NaZahid. For more information, visit nazahid.com.

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Support Team
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With XRP climbing more than 440% over the past 12 months, the altcoin has once again captured headlines. But while traders ride the volatility, a growing number of retail and passive investors are shifting their focus to something more stable: BTC Miner, a cloud-based crypto mining platform offering daily returns of up to 6.63% on select plans.

Unlike speculative trading strategies, BTC Miner provides structured, short-term mining contracts—some as brief as one day—that deliver automated earnings regardless of market fluctuations.

A Shift Toward Predictable Yield

While XRP holders continue to speculate on future price action, BTC Miner users are capitalizing on daily, predictable passive income. The platform’s growing appeal stems from its simplicity, consistency and accessibility:

• Contracts starting from $200 minimum
• Up to 6.63% daily returns on select short-term plans
• No trading experience or hardware required
• Automated daily settlements of earnings

New users who register today are eligible to receive a $500 trial bonus, allowing them to begin mining immediately. BTC Miner also features a referral program, offering commission-based rewards for inviting others to the platform.

Security Measures Reinforce Trust

BTC Miner emphasizes security and transparency across its platform:

• Client funds are held in Tier-1 banks
• All customer data is protected using SSL-grade encryption
• Mining operations are powered by renewable energy sources, aligning with ESG-conscious practices
• On-chain transactions provide full payout visibility and accountability

Market Volatility vs. Daily Stability

XRP’s recent performance may be encouraging, but issues such as price swings, withdrawal delays and blockchain congestion continue to frustrate investors. BTC Miner, by contrast, offers a low-volatility alternative—enabling users to earn passively with daily, automated returns.

A Passive Income Model for a New Era

As the cryptocurrency market matures, investor behavior is evolving. Platforms like BTC Miner are gaining traction by offering stable, transparent and automated income streams—a clear departure from the speculative “buy-and-hold” model of the past.

For investors seeking consistent yield—without charts, guesswork or excessive risk—BTC Miner presents a compelling alternative.

To learn more or get started, visit btcminer.net.

About BTC Miner

BTC Miner is a global leader in cloud mining, committed to providing efficient, secure and transparent services. The platform supports contract mining for a variety of popular cryptocurrencies, enabling users to earn passive income through simple online operations. BTC Miner leverages advanced cloud computing technology and AI-powered optimization algorithms to deliver high returns with low risk. For more information, visit btcminer.net.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this press release is not a solicitation for investment, nor is it intended as investment advice, financial advice, or trading advice. Cryptocurrency mining and staking involve risk. There is potential for loss of funds. It is strongly recommended you practice due diligence, including consultation with a professional financial advisor, before investing in or trading cryptocurrency and securities.

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Liam Carter
info@btcminer.net

While headlines focus on AI stocks, ETFs and tokenized real estate, a growing number of everyday investors are turning to something simpler—and, for some, far more profitable: BTC Miner, a cloud mining platform offering hands-free crypto earnings.

While traditional markets tout annual gains of 10%, BTC Miner users are reportedly earning up to 6.63% daily, with profits delivered directly to their wallets—no trading experience or mining hardware required.

A Set-It-and-Forget-It System With Daily Payouts

BTC Miner simplifies the traditional mining process. There are no rigs, no noise, and no technical setup. Users choose from short-term contracts—some as brief as one day—and fund them with their preferred cryptocurrency, including USDT, BTC, ETH, LTC, USDC, BNB, XRP, DOGE, BCH or SOL.

Profits are automatically calculated and paid out every 24 hours. Users can withdraw or reinvest earnings at any time. Entry-level contracts start at just $200, and the most popular plans advertise daily returns of up to 6.63%.

Is 6.63% Per Day Too Good to Be True?

Skepticism is common—but BTC Miner emphasizes security, transparency and responsible operations:

• User funds held in Tier-1 banks
• SSL encryption to protect personal data
• Automated, on-chain payouts with full transaction transparency
• Mining farms powered by green energy
• Referral bonuses and compounding incentives to accelerate returns

While ETH Surges, BTC Miner Users Are Already Profiting

Ethereum is up more than 25% this month. But instead of holding and waiting for a market shift, BTC Miner users are already cashing in—with daily, automated returns that don’t rely on speculation or technical analysis.

This isn’t about chasing bull markets. It’s about earning consistent income—regardless of market direction.

Passive Income in 2025, Not the Hype of 2017

As many investors wait for the next halving cycle or regulatory breakthrough, BTC Miner offers an alternative: up to 6.63% daily returns, with no manual trading, no guesswork and no complicated setup.

Visit btcminer.net, create a free account, select your plan, and begin earning.

About BTC Miner

BTC Miner is a global leader in cloud mining, committed to providing efficient, secure and transparent services. The platform supports contract mining for a variety of popular cryptocurrencies, enabling users to earn passive income through simple online operations. BTC Miner leverages advanced cloud computing technology and AI-powered optimization algorithms to deliver high returns with low risk. For more information, visit btcminer.net.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this press release is not a solicitation for investment, nor is it intended as investment advice, financial advice, or trading advice. Cryptocurrency mining and staking involve risk. There is potential for loss of funds. It is strongly recommended you practice due diligence, including consultation with a professional financial advisor, before investing in or trading cryptocurrency and securities.

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Liam Carter
info@btcminer.net

Waring Vision Institute, a premier destination for advanced vision correction in South Carolina, proudly announces a major milestone: more than 1,000 five-star Google reviews from patients across the region and beyond.

This achievement underscores the institute’s ongoing commitment to clinical excellence, personalized care, and transformative outcomes in ophthalmology. Known for offering innovative procedures—including SMILE, LASIK, EVO ICL, CLEAR, and advanced cataract surgery—Waring Vision Institute continues to set the standard in eye care.

Led by world-renowned refractive surgeon Dr. George O. Waring IV, the practice also includes a distinguished team of specialists: Dr. Michael DeCourcey, Dr. Leslie Scarlett, and Dr. Ellesse Boiwka, each contributing deep expertise and compassionate care across various subspecialties.

“Reaching 1,000 five-star reviews is not just a number—it’s a reflection of the meaningful relationships we build with our patients every day,” said Dr. Waring. “Our team is deeply honored by the trust our community continues to place in us.”

Patients frequently highlight the institute’s blend of cutting-edge technology, seamless experience, and warm, attentive staff. The reviews reflect voices from all walks of life—teachers, athletes, surgeons, retirees, and students—all sharing stories of restored clarity and renewed confidence.

With this milestone, Waring Vision Institute is believed to be among the highest-rated medical practices in South Carolina on Google. This recognition adds to a long list of industry firsts, including:

• The first in the region to offer SMILE
• The first surgeon in the nation to perform vision correction using the newly FDA-approved TENEO laser
• The first surgeon in the world to implant the Johnson & Johnson Odyssey lens implant

These achievements reinforce the institute’s position as a consistent innovator and leader in the field of vision correction.

About Waring Vision Institute

Waring Vision Institute, based in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, specializes in advanced vision correction procedures, including LASIK, laser cataract surgery, EVO ICL, and a range of aesthetic services. Led by Dr. George O. Waring IV, alongside Dr. Michael DeCourcey, Dr. Leslie Scarlett, and Dr. Ellesse Boiwka, the institute delivers exceptional patient outcomes through cutting-edge innovation, clinical expertise and a deep commitment to personalized care. For more information, visit www.waringvision.com.

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Jessica Stubing
admin@waringvision.com

Volexion, a battery materials company supercharging lithium‑ion performance with graphene‑coated cathode active materials (CAM), announced today it has shipped its first product samples to tier‑one manufacturers worldwide. Initial recipients include leading automotive OEMs, top global cell producers, and U.S. specialty energy‑storage developers, with additional shipments already underway.

Why It Matters

Inside every battery, cathode active materials are in constant motion. Ions shuttle back and forth, particles expand and contract, and surfaces react with electrolytes. Over time, like moving parts in any machine, that natural interaction degrades performance.

Volexion’s graphene coating protects CAMs from this degradation, enabling batteries that last longer, charge faster, and deliver higher energy density, without retooling factories or disrupting supply chains. The technology works across established and emerging chemistries, including NMC, LFP, lithium-manganese-rich (LMR), LMFP, and LNMO, ultimately bringing graphene’s long-promised benefits to scale.

“Every lithium‑ion battery is fighting a slow battle against its own chemistry; cathode materials wear down as they work,” said Joseph X. Adiletta, CEO of Volexion. “Our graphene coating shields those materials from that breakdown. It’s a drop‑in solution that extends life, boosts performance, and enables next‑generation chemistries without costly retooling.”

Close to a dozen early adopters across the supply chain are already evaluating early shipments. This list includes global materials producers, cell developers, and OEMs, among others. Volexion will partner with customers to apply the coatings, ultimately shipping larger quantities of graphene for scaled deployment over the next several years, according to customer timelines. Volexion uses commercially available off-the-shelf equipment, streamlining and de-risking scalability.

“This is a crucial milestone in our scale‑up journey,” said Damien Despinoy, Volexion's president and chief operating officer. “Our customers’ increasing demand for scalable solutions for current and next-generation battery problems has driven deliveries across geographies, chemistries, and applications. This is just the beginning — and, with an easily scaled solution, we are ready to go.”

Volexion’s graphene encapsulation platform is chemistry‑agnostic and manufacturing‑compatible, positioning it as a critical enabler for the next era of battery innovation, from electric vehicles to portable electronics, grid storage to data centers, and drones to defense.

About Volexion

Volexion unlocks dramatic performance gains from existing lithium-ion battery platforms—extending life, increasing energy density, accelerating charge time, while reducing weight and cost. Our proprietary graphene-based coating forms a conductive, protective shield around each cathode particle, improving stability and enabling next-generation chemistries. Designed as a drop-in solution, Volexion’s technology integrates seamlessly into existing manufacturing lines, accelerating global adoption without requiring retooling or high capital investment. Serving the growing demands of consumer electronics, defense, mobility, and electrification markets, Volexion is scaling to meet the future of battery technology. Headquartered in Greater Chicago, the company was founded on breakthrough research from Northwestern University and Argonne National Laboratory. Investors include Clean Energy Ventures and Earth Foundry. 

Learn more at www.volexion-inc.com.

Media Contact

Daysa Corrington
daysa@mahoneycommunications.com

Broker comparison website, Spread-Bet.co.uk, announced its latest list of the top spread betting mobile apps and providers. According to research released by Spread-Bet.co.uk in July 2025, Spreadex ranks as the top mobile spread betting provider, followed by Pepperstone in second place and OANDA in third.

Spreadex secured the No. 1 spot thanks to its exceptional all-round performance. Reviewers praised its simple navigation and intuitive controls. This was backed up by highly competitive spreads, which beat the industry average on seven of the nine most commonly traded pairs.

Justin Grossbard, co-founder of Spread-Bet.co.uk and trading expert, explained why Spreadex performed so well in these tests: “For traders of all backgrounds, a spread betting app needs to offer three things. These are an intuitive design, a comprehensive range of features, and competitive trading conditions.”

“Spreadex provides all three. It combines an easy-to-use app with advanced charting. At the same time, it offers more than 11,000 spread betting markets, with spreads starting from only 0.90 pips. Considering all this together, it had to be top of the pile overall," added Grossbard.

Other high-scoring brokers include Pepperstone, which ranked second. Pepperstone offers some of the best spreads in the market, beating the industry standard for all of the assets tested by the Spread-Bet.co.uk team, including forex pairs as well as UK, U.S., German, Hong Kong, and Australian shares. Pepperstone delivered better-than-average spreads across all of these asset categories.

OANDA rounded out the top three, with Spread-Bet.co.uk naming it the best spread betting app for beginners. With stake sizes starting at just £0.01, it offers one of the lowest-risk entry points to the market — an advantage few other brokers match.

In total, Spread-Bet.co.uk featured eight apps in its 2025 rankings. CMC Markets was praised for its professional-grade spread betting tools, IG Markets for its extensive product range, and City Index for its seamless integration with MetaTrader 4.

FXCM and AvaTrade also made the list, ranking seventh and eighth, respectively. FXCM stood out for its support across multiple mobile platforms, while AvaTrade earned praise for its robust features on Apple iOS.

To determine the top eight mobile spread betting apps and brokers, the Spread-Bet.co.uk team employed a comprehensive and multi-layered evaluation process. First, the team conducted hands-on testing of each app, allowing them to assess usability, performance and overall effectiveness based on their own expertise. As experienced spread betting professionals, they drew on industry knowledge to deliver informed, first-hand assessments.

In addition to internal testing, the team analyzed user reviews and community feedback, identifying which platforms were receiving the most positive responses from real users. Only apps that scored well in both expert evaluations and consumer sentiment earned a place on the final list.

To ensure results remain accurate and relevant, Spread-Bet.co.uk regularly updates its rankings of top brokers and spread betting software — providing users with current, trustworthy guidance as they navigate the market.

About Spread-Bet.co.uk

Launched in 2024, Spread-Bet.co.uk is designed to help UK traders learn more about the tools and brokers available to them. The website is operated by its co-founders Justin Grossbard and Noam Korbl, two experienced traders who also run the sister site, CompareForexBrokers. For more information, visit www.spread-bet.co.uk.

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Justin Grossbard
justin@compareforexbrokers.com

HeraHaven is proud to announce the official launch of its groundbreaking AI companion app, designed to offer users a deeply personal and interactive relationship experience through the lens of a virtual girlfriend. Combining advanced AI technology with customizable personality traits and conversational intelligence, HeraHaven sets a new standard in the world of digital companionship.

As demand for emotionally intelligent, responsive, and personalized virtual interactions continues to grow, HeraHaven answers the call with a unique platform focused on meaningful engagement. At its core, HeraHaven is not just an app—it’s a long-term companion that adapts, learns, and grows with its user over time.

Personalized AI, Built for Real Connection

Unlike traditional chatbot experiences, HeraHaven is built around the idea of creating a sustained, emotionally resonant bond between user and AI. Users can shape their AI girlfriend’s personality, preferences, voice tone, and even conversation style. Whether you’re looking for witty banter, calm reflection, playful flirtation, or motivational support, HeraHaven is designed to match and evolve with your communication style and daily moods.

The app uses next-generation large language models, adaptive memory frameworks, and contextual awareness to create a sense of continuity in conversations. This means HeraHaven remembers shared moments, past conversations, and user preferences—making every interaction feel more human, natural, and familiar.

Daily Engagement That Feels Effortless

HeraHaven is built to seamlessly integrate into a user’s daily routine. From morning greetings and weather updates to evening wind-down chats and reminders, the app offers a spectrum of interactions tailored to the user’s lifestyle. Whether it’s a voice note before work or a text-based check-in during a break, HeraHaven is always available and ready to engage.

Users can customize the frequency and style of interactions to match their schedule, ensuring that the companion fits smoothly into their everyday rhythm rather than disrupting it. HeraHaven is designed to be present when you need her, and subtle when you don’t.

Safe, Private, and User-Centric

Privacy and user control are core to the HeraHaven experience. All data is encrypted, and users have full visibility and control over their data settings, preferences, and history. The app operates on a strict consent-first model—users decide what their AI girlfriend knows and remembers.

There are also robust customization settings that allow users to define boundaries and conversation topics. The app’s tone and depth of interaction are fully adjustable, offering a flexible experience whether you prefer light chats or immersive storytelling.

Customization Meets Emotional Design

The visual and auditory elements of HeraHaven are built with emotional design principles in mind. Users can personalize the appearance of their AI companion through customizable avatars, voice selections, and themed environments. The interface is sleek, minimal, and optimized for emotional connection—with soft animations, calming aesthetics, and responsive visual cues that make the AI feel more alive.

These features contribute to an experience that’s as visually engaging as it is emotionally rewarding. Whether you’re talking through text, voice, or video, the interaction feels smooth and polished—offering a gentle escape from the noise of the outside world.

Designed for a New Era of AI Companionship

HeraHaven was created in response to a growing societal shift in how people connect, communicate, and find companionship. The app provides a non-judgmental space to express yourself, explore your thoughts, and feel supported by an ever-present, emotionally intelligent AI.

This innovation opens up new possibilities for those seeking alternative ways to connect—whether due to lifestyle, preferences, or simply the desire for a consistent, caring presence in an unpredictable world. HeraHaven isn’t meant to replace human relationships, but to complement them in a way that feels natural and fulfilling.

Available Now Worldwide

HeraHaven is now available for download on iOS and Android platforms. Users can get started for free, with optional premium tiers offering additional features such as advanced customization, deeper memory, voice interaction, and visual enhancements.

The app’s flexible pricing model ensures accessibility while providing room for those who want a richer and more immersive experience. A desktop version and wearable device integration are also in the pipeline, scheduled for release later this year.

A New Kind of Relationship

With HeraHaven, users are invited to explore a new kind of relationship—one that centers around consistent emotional presence, adaptive engagement, and personalized connection. It’s not just about conversations—it’s about building something that feels real, supportive, and yours alone.

As the world of AI continues to evolve, HeraHaven represents a major leap forward in how digital companions can enrich everyday life. By prioritizing trust, individuality, and user-driven connection, HeraHaven delivers an experience that’s both innovative and deeply human.

About HeraHaven AI

HeraHaven AI is a smart companion app designed to offer personalized conversations and support throughout your day. Whether you’re looking for a thoughtful chat, helpful reminders, or meaningful engagement, HeraHaven adapts to your style and needs—learning from every interaction to become more intuitive and relevant over time. It’s your always-available, AI-powered confidant. For more information, visit herahaven.com.

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Nelsi Diaz
ndiaz@herahaven.com

The cryptocurrency market has long been recognized for its volatility, with price swings that attract both excitement and concern. While many investors aim to profit by “buying low and selling high,” frequent trading can be time-consuming, stressful and risky.

As a result, an increasing number of investors are seeking more stable, long-term methods for generating passive income and growing their assets. Savvy Mining offers a compelling solution.

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in the United Kingdom, Savvy Mining provides legally compliant operations and a high level of trust. The platform uses advanced SSL encryption and cold wallet storage to safeguard user assets.

Unlike platforms that lack transparency or security, Savvy Mining has gained the trust of more than 8 million users worldwide through its commitment to safety, reliability and professionalism.

Hassle-Free Mining, No Hardware Required

Traditional cryptocurrency mining demands expensive equipment, high electricity costs and ongoing maintenance. Savvy Mining eliminates these barriers by allowing users to access global mining resources remotely. After registering and selecting a computing power package, users can begin automated mining with no technical background required. The process is simple, accessible and designed for consistent daily returns.

Eco-Friendly and Sustainable

Savvy Mining is committed to sustainability. All mining farms are powered by renewable energy sources including wind, hydro and solar. This approach allows users to earn daily cryptocurrency income while supporting global carbon neutrality and contributing to environmentally responsible growth.

Daily Payouts and Transparent Earnings

Savvy Mining provides users with a consistent source of passive income. Earnings are distributed daily, with the option to withdraw or reinvest at any time. There are no hidden or management fees—profits are fully transparent and user-controlled.

Platform Features and Benefits

• 24/7 customer service with 1–5 minute response times
• Support for deposits and withdrawals in major cryptocurrencies including BTC, ETH, XRP, DOGE and LTC
• Renewable energy-powered operations
• A global network of more than 80 mining farms with eight years of stable performance
• Industry-leading security protocols
• High returns with low costs and no hidden fees
• Flexible contracts with both short- and long-term options

How to Get Started

1. Visit savvymining.com
2. Register a free account and connect your wallet
3. Choose a mining contract
4. Begin earning daily crypto rewards
5. Invite friends and earn additional referral income

Sample Mining Contracts

• Free Computing Power Contract: $15 principal, 1-day term, $15.60 total return
• Primary Experience Contract: $100 principal, 2-day term, $107.32 total return
• Classic Computing Power Contract: $500 principal, 5-day term, $531.75 total return
• Classic Computing Power Contract: $3,000 principal, 15-day term, $3,621 total return
• Advanced Computing Power Contract: $13,800 principal, 40-day term, $23,184 total return
• Super Computing Power Contract: $100,000 principal, 45-day term, $194,500 total return

For complete details, visit the official website’s contract page.

The Savvy Mining mobile app, available for iOS and Android, allows users to monitor earnings, manage contracts and control their financial future from anywhere.

Final Thoughts

In a market defined by volatility, Savvy Mining offers a secure, transparent and environmentally responsible alternative for cryptocurrency investors. By eliminating the need to actively monitor price movements or market fluctuations, users can focus on long-term wealth growth through automated daily earnings.

Wealth favors the proactive. For those seeking a stable and effective way to build financial security, Savvy Mining delivers a powerful combination of automated mining and reliable income.

About Savvy Mining

Savvy Mining is the world's leading cloud mining service platform. We specialize in cryptocurrency cloud mining, providing worry-free operations, competitiveness, high returns, and unparalleled reliability and security, making us the first choice. Join us and let us start the journey of wealth in cloud mining. For more information, visit savvymining.com or email info@savvymining.com.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this press release is not a solicitation for investment, nor is it intended as investment advice, financial advice, or trading advice. Cryptocurrency mining and staking involve risk. There is potential for loss of funds. It is strongly recommended you practice due diligence, including consultation with a professional financial advisor, before investing in or trading cryptocurrency and securities.

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Paul Holmes
info@savvymining.com

Lucra, the leading provider of social gamification technology, today announced a strategic partnership with Autosana, a platform for AI-powered UI testing, as part of Lucra’s broader efforts to integrate AI thoughtfully and selectively across its product development pipeline.

Initial results from the pilot are already driving meaningful impact: Lucra has significantly reduced the manual workload required to validate product releases—freeing up engineering and quality assurance resources while increasing overall test coverage.

“With over 15 years in mobile development, I’ve seen firsthand how painful and time-consuming UI testing can be—especially for end-to-end flows,” said Michael Schmidt, CTO of Lucra. “Autosana is a game changer. It’s the first solution I’ve used that makes robust, automated UI testing truly accessible. We were able to automate the majority of our regression suite in a matter of hours instead of weeks or months, and the self-healing capabilities mean we spend far less time maintaining brittle tests. It’s saved our team countless hours already and fundamentally changed how we approach QA.”

Lucra’s current regression suite includes over 250 manual test steps, requiring 1–2 hours of effort for each full run. In under 15 hours of work, the team has already automated approximately 70% of these steps using natural language instructions. Compared to the months of setup required for traditional UI test scripting—work that previously consumed nearly a full-time engineer—the return on investment has been immediate.

Autosana’s self-healing architecture has eliminated the brittleness of legacy UI testing frameworks. As Lucra continues to expand test coverage, the QA team is now able to focus more on feature validation and bug identification—while overnight test cycles handle regression automatically.

This partnership is part of Lucra’s deliberate approach to AI—investing in purpose-built tools that deliver real operational value while continuing to build proprietary systems internally. By combining thoughtful external integrations with in-house innovation, Lucra remains committed to delivering best-in-class technology to its partners and users.

About Lucra

Lucra is the leading provider of social competition services, offering hospitality, entertainment, and media brands the ability to natively integrate competitive gameplay into their digital platforms. Clients like Five Iron Golf, Puttshack, Backyard Sports, Dave & Buster’s, TouchTunes, and more use Lucra’s white-label technology to power tournaments and challenges, build loyalty, and drive new revenue. Learn more at www.lucrasports.com.

About Autosana

Autosana is a cloud-based tool for mobile teams to run natural language end-to-end tests. Eradicates the need to write/maintain E2E tests and manual testing. Seamlessly integrates into your CI and GitHub, supports both iOS and Android, and is framework-agnostic (React Native, Flutter, Swift, etc). No code, no setup, just catching bugs before users do. Visit autosana.ai.

Media Contact

Michael Madding
michael@lucrasports.com

Alaan, the Middle East’s leading spend management platform for businesses, has raised $48 million — one of the largest Series A funding rounds in the history of the region.

The round was led by Peak XV Partners (formerly Sequoia India & Southeast Asia) with significant participation from the 885 Capital founders Sudeep Ramnani and Jai Mahtani, as well as Y Combinator, 468 Capital and Pioneer Fund. The round was heavily oversubscribed and includes both primary and secondary funding.

The round also included support from leading regional operators Hosam Arab (founder of Tabby), Mudassir Sheikha (founder of Careem), Jeppe Rindom (founder of Pleo), Khalid Al Ameri (founder of KAM and one of the Middle East’s most well-known creators), Abdallah Abu-Sheikh (founder of Astra Tech), Yi Wei Ang (chief product officer of Talabat), Parth Garg (founder of Aspora) and many others.

The funds will accelerate Alaan’s expansion in Saudi Arabia and power the next phase of its growth, focused on AI-driven finance automation. “The category has demonstrated strong product-market fit in the MENA region, and Alaan stands out as the category leader, demonstrated by their impressive growth trajectory,” said GV Ravishankar, managing director at Peak XV Partners.

“Parthi, Karun and the team are a high-energy, execution-focused group. Their customer-centric and product-led mindset from day one has enabled them to build solutions tailored to the needs of modern finance teams. We’re excited to partner with a company that is shaping the future of fintech in the region,” added Ravishankar.

Since launching in 2022, Alaan has processed over 2.5 million transactions and is trusted by more than 1,500 finance teams at leading companies such as G42, Careem, Tabby, Lulu Group, Rivoli and more. The company launched in Saudi Arabia earlier this year and has doubled its transaction volume month over month for six consecutive months.

Sudeep Ramnani, founder and managing partner at 885 Capital, said: “Alaan is pioneering a new era of finance for businesses in the Middle East, where automation, transparency and intelligence power every transaction. We’re proud to partner with a team that’s setting a new standard for how modern companies manage spend.”

“This funding helps us go faster and deeper in KSA while helping us strengthen our roots in the UAE,” added Parthi Duraisamy, co-founder and CEO of Alaan. “We plan to build a full-fledged finance ops platform for businesses in the region. While our existing AI agents are taking on tasks like receipt matching, manual reconciliation and VAT extraction to save real time and money, we can now focus on expanding our product offerings to take more manual work off the plate for finance teams and give them full control.”

The company’s spend management platform has already saved finance teams more than 1.5 million hours of manual work — a number Alaan expects to multiply as it continues investing in automation. Alaan is ramping up hiring across sales, customer success, and compliance in Saudi Arabia with this raise and also its local partnerships to better serve the Kingdom’s fast-growing business ecosystem.

About Alaan

Founded by ex-Mckinsey consultants Parthi Duraisamy and Karun Kurien in 2022, Alaan is the largest and most comprehensive spend management platform in the Middle East. Alaan cards are used by more than 1,500 startup, midmarket and enterprise customers, including G42, Careem, Tabby, Lulu Group and Rivoli, across industries such as real estate, aviation, logistics and retail.

With its proprietary AI-powered corporate cards, Alaan has saved more than 1.5 million hours for businesses and has supercharged finance teams looking for a technological edge in saving time and money for their organizations. Alaan is a UAE Future 100 company and is ranked as the No.1 expense management platform by G2 across Middle East and Africa.

For more information, visit www.alaan.com.

Media Contact

Pankaj Suresh
ps@alaan.com

As the DJI OSMO 360 panoramic camera makes waves in the creative community, vloggers and immersive content creators are now exploring how to unlock its full potential. In response, TELESIN has rolled out a full suite of accessories tailored to enhance the shooting experience—offering better stability, comfort, and creative flexibility for DJI OSMO 360 users.

Ergonomic Neck Mount: Field-Tested for Stability and Comfort

One standout is the ergonomic neck mount, engineered with a lightweight ABS+PC shell, a reinforced aluminum alloy frame, and soft silicone padding. Designed for extended use, this neck mount ensures a secure and comfortable fit—making it ideal for walk-and-shoot vlogs, action scenes, and travel content.

Real-world tests show that this neck mount significantly reduces camera shake compared to traditional handheld shooting methods. With a quick-swap magnetic interface that’s fully compatible with the OSMO 360, users can seamlessly switch between first-person and follow-cam perspectives. Early testers praised how naturally the 360° shooting experience flows with this mount—making it a popular pick among seasoned creators.

A Complete Panoramic Filmmaking Kit for Creators

Beyond individual accessories, TELESIN offers a complete modular solution aimed at streamlining 360° content production. Key components include:

• Magnetic Quick-Release System: Designed for high-speed transitions between vertical and horizontal modes, this system allows creators to adapt quickly to different shooting scenarios—boosting production efficiency.
• Multi-Angle Expansion Kit: Combining an extendable pole and a mini tripod, this kit meets the needs of low-angle, stationary, or creative wide shots—giving users more freedom to experiment with their visuals.

Each accessory is custom-engineered and extensively tested to deliver seamless compatibility with the DJI OSMO 360, ensuring secure attachment and reliable stability in varied conditions. The line has also earned favorable reviews from third-party testers, with some tech reviewers naming TELESIN's solutions as editor picks for their performance and affordability.

Now Available Worldwide

The TELESIN DJI OSMO 360 accessory line is now available via the brand’s official website and major global e-commerce platforms. As demand for immersive content continues to grow, creators are looking for tools that balance flexibility, usability, and reliability. TELESIN’s latest offering is designed to support that evolution—whether users are filming on the move, capturing scenic landscapes, or diving into experimental storytelling.

To learn more or purchase, visit: www.telesinstore.com

About TELESIN

Founded in 2013, TELESIN develops peripheral accessories for imaging and video based on the needs of video creators worldwide. The company offers more than 300 products, including accessories for action cameras, DSLR cameras, DJI drones, vlogging, short-form video, and livestreaming. With more than 20 product patents, TELESIN’s products are sold in over 100 countries and regions, serving more than 10 million users.

TELESIN is committed to helping creators capture trendy, high-quality content and aims to serve 20% of global video creators and share 100 million videos by 2025—empowering every creator to experience the joy of video creation.

For more information, visit www.telesinstore.com.

Media Contact

Rita Luo
sales@telesin.com

Chesterton Academy of St. Finbar (CASF) is delighted to announce its inaugural year opening this Fall 2025 in the heart of Charleston. This independent, classical Catholic high school will welcome its first students with orientation held August 6–8, 2025, followed by the first day of classes on Monday, August 11, 2025. 

Location and Contact

Classes will be hosted in the Parish Hall of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, located at 120 Broad Street, Charleston, SC 29401. Families may reach the school by phone at 843-327-5413 or via email at info@stfinbar.org.

A Classical Catholic Vision

Founded under the Chesterton Schools Network, Chesterton Academy of St. Finbar offers a classical curriculum that integrates a broad liberal arts education with the cultivation of Intellect, Character and Spirituality — all firmly rooted in the Catholic faith. There is a strong emphasis on the cultivation of Christian Virtue and an appreciation of beauty through four years of study in literature, history, philosophy, theology, Latin, mathematics, science, sacred music, and the fine arts. Daily Mass, retreats, weekly Adoration, sacramental formation, and a sense of community feature centrally in student life.

Message from the Founders

“We believe Charleston’s children and community can benefit richly from a thoroughly classical and joyfully Catholic education,” explained Head of School Dr. Michele McCoy. Through Great Books study and virtue-formation, CASF seeks to raise young men and women to become saints, scholars, and joyful leaders. Michael MacKinnon, founder and chairman of the board, emphasizes this initiative as a parent-led mission to bring the Chesterton model of joyful learning to families in the Lowcountry.

Student Life & Activities

The school community is organized into a traditional house system, modeled after Oxford and Cambridge colleges, fostering leadership, camaraderie, and opportunity for service. Our sports offerings will begin through our physical education program and will offer fencing, archery and formal dance. Formal sports will take shape as students and parents express interest in forming competitive teams. Clubs will include the CASF Podcast, yearbook, French, Mandarin, debate, and service outreach.

Orientation & First Day Schedule

Student Orientation will be held August 6–8, 2025, allowing students to meet faculty, become acquainted with curriculum, and prepare for the school year. The first regular school day begins Monday, August 11, 2025, launching the academy’s full academic program.

Learn More

Prospective students who are currently in 8th or 9th grades along with their families are invited to attend admissions events such as Student Shadow Days and Open House information sessions that are scheduled throughout this fall for the 2026–27 school year.

Chesterton Academy of St. Finbar, inspired by Saint Pope John Paul II, is steadfast in its commitment to provide a classical liberal arts education infused with Catholic faith and morals. Our dedication to this mission has been unyielding since our inception, and we welcome Catholic families in Charleston, SC, to join us in this educational journey. For more information on how we can be a part of your child's academic and spiritual formation, please visit www.stfinbar.org.

". . . But I really have always thought a parish with a school has a real, a certain energy and a joy that spreads right. And it makes the faith feel more alive for the parishioners themselves. It's like having an extra heart. You're getting more oxygen with that, right? So, for us, you know, the presence of the Chesterton Academy here at the Cathedral campus, and I really believe we'll just do that same thing, help energize the whole parish. There's a certain excitement, you know, for life, because there's something about that age group, especially, that just gives life. Now, I was thrilled, also, to learn that the students have to go to Mass every day, Not have to, they get to go to mass every day." — Very Rev. Gregory B Wilson, V.G., Diocese of Charleston

About Chesterton Academy of St. Finbar

Chesterton Academy of St. Finbar, inspired by Saint Pope John Paul II, is steadfast in its commitment to provide a classical liberal arts education infused with Catholic faith and morals. Our dedication to this mission has been unyielding since our inception, and we welcome Catholic families in Charleston, SC, to join us in this educational journey. For more information on how we can be a part of your child's academic and spiritual formation, please visit www.stfinbar.org.

Media Contact

Michael McKinnon
info@stfinbar.org

Unlisted, a real estate technology company on a mission to unlock the full potential of every home, today announced that Melissa Frantz Ellerman of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty has published an agent profile on the platform, representing the 75205 and 75225 ZIP codes.

Unlisted’s technology is designed to allow agents, buyers, and homeowners to see beyond the MLS. Agents have long searched the tax records to identify homes for clients when nothing on the MLS worked. Unlisted elevates that process and makes the data organized and searchable for everyone.

The platform utilizes publicly available real estate data to create a digital property profile for every home in the country. The real estate records can be quickly searched and organized into curated lists of homes that fit a buyer’s criteria. While the buyers and their agents realize the homes are not for sale, it provides a list of properties they may approach about a potential offer.

“Unlisted opens up new possibilities for people who might not see themselves in the traditional market,” says Frantz Ellerman. “Whether someone’s casually browsing or actively planning a move to the Dallas area, I’m here to offer guidance, insight, and support every step of the way.”

The agent profiles are designed to highlight a local agent with a track record in that neighborhood and someone with niche expertise that can truly offer guidance. Unlike other online platforms, the agents for each ZIP code on Unlisted are vetted and must be able to offer true value to a prospective buyer or seller. The ethos of Unlisted is different from other real estate websites, the platform is designed to offer information and connection. Frantz Ellerman’s deep understanding of the Dallas market makes her the ideal partner for Unlisted.

“We’re excited to welcome Melissa Frantz Ellerman as our Unlisted partner in the 75205 and 75225 ZIP codes,” said Katie Hill, founder and CEO of Unlisted. “Melissa brings all the qualities that align perfectly with Unlisted’s mission. We’re confident her involvement will help unlock meaningful opportunities for both buyers and homeowners in her market.”

To learn more about Unlisted, visit UnlistedHomes.com. For Unlisted for Agents, visit UnlistedHomes.com/Agents.

To learn more about Melissa Frantz Ellerman, visit her Unlisted profile or Briggs Freeman.

About Unlisted

Unlisted unlocks the potential in homes that aren’t for sale—yet. The platform empowers buyers to join a Waitlist for homes they love, even if they’re not on the market. At the same time, homeowners build a private list of interested buyers, giving them a head start if and when they decide to sell. Unlisted also gives homeowners control over how their property is presented online, with a customizable profile that highlights the home’s best features and attracts more interest. With more time, more transparency, and more connection, Unlisted offers a more human way to explore real estate—one that leads to better outcomes for everyone. For more information, visit UnlistedHomes.com.

Media Contact

Sophia Jacomet
sophia@unlistedinc.com