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Botanic Tonics, a pioneer in premium botanical supplement products, today announced preliminary findings from clinical trials of its flagship product, feel free CLASSIC, while also shedding light on the science behind this unique blend of whole leaf kratom and kava. The company also reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, consumer education, and responsible use of its products.

Key Highlights

• Initial studies show no significant safety differences between feel free CLASSIC and placebo at up to 30mL twice daily. 
• The product uses natural whole kratom leaf powder, maintaining the plant's traditional alkaloid profile.
• Kava and kratom are delivered at servings similar to the traditionally consumed botanical.
• Rigorous quality control processes at our FDA-compliant cGMP manufacturing facility ensure consistent potency and purity across batches.
• Botanic Tonics has implemented industry-leading labeling practices to enhance consumer understanding and safety through clearly listed, precisely detailed ingredients and recommended servings.
• The company supports appropriate regulation of the kratom industry to ensure consumer protection.

"Our initial clinical trials have shown promising results regarding the safety profile of feel free CLASSIC," said Ramsey Atallah, Chief Science and R&D Officer at Botanic Tonics. "At doses of 15 mL once per day, 15 mL twice per day, and 30 mL twice per day, we observed no clinically significant differences in safety compared to placebo. This aligns with our commitment to providing safe, high-quality products that harness the power of botanicals."

The Science Behind feel free CLASSIC

1. Whole Leaf Kratom: Botanic Tonics uses natural whole kratom leaf powder, avoiding industrial extraction solvents or chemical modifications. "You're getting the same natural product that has been consumed for centuries," Atallah explained. " Unlike extracts that can be substantially modified and adulterated, BT uses only pure leaf kratom, as nature intended”. 

2. Kava's Calming Properties: Complementing kratom is kava, known for its relaxing effects. Atallah elaborated, "Kavalactones like kavain work by weakly potentiating GABA type A receptors (GABA-Ar). This means kavain doesn't bind directly to the GABA receptor, but its presence decreases the energy needed for GABA to bind, thus supporting GABA’s natural function in the brain."

3. Better Together: "The amount of kava and kratom in feel free CLASSIC is based on the traditional use of these botanicals," Atallah explained. "With kratom, preliminary research and traditional descriptions describe a mild stimulant-like effects at lower doses, while kava is associated with promoting relaxation. Our formulation delivers the right amount of each to potentially support a balanced state of alertness and calmness. We continue to research the interactions between these botanicals to better understand their effects on consumers."

Quality, Safety, and Transparency Commitment

Botanic Tonics employs rigorous testing and standardization processes. "For example, we use state of the art, food grade manufacturing methods to guarantee consistency in each batch. Additionally, our Kava ingredient is standardized to exactly 30% kavalactones. This is precisely weighed and formulated in our beverage to always be within specification for our label claim," Atallah explained.

Botanic Tonics has evolved its labeling to go beyond legal requirements, providing detailed information about active ingredients, usage guidelines, and potential risks. This includes clear warnings about the habit-forming potential of kratom if used irresponsibly.

The company has voluntarily raised the minimum purchase age for all products to 21, demonstrating its commitment to responsible consumption. Botanic Tonics also supports the Kratom Consumer Protection Act and advocates for appropriate regulation of the kratom industry.

Consumer Education and Responsible Use:

Recognizing the power of their products, Botanic Tonics has intensified efforts to educate consumers about proper use and potential risks. The company is focusing on informing people with a history of substance abuse that its products may not be suitable for them, ensuring that the products get into the right hands.

Botanic Tonics' website now features a comprehensive "Consumer Education" section with detailed information about ingredients, FAQs, and educational resources. The company also supports organizations like the Kava Coalition and the Global Kratom Coalition to advance understanding of kava and kratom.

Future Research

Looking ahead, Botanic Tonics plans to conduct more extensive research, including:

• Pharmacokinetic studies to understand how the tonic is processed by the body
• Investigations into potential sleep quality improvements
• Studies on impact to quality of life
• Routine toxicological evaluations, including studies on mutagenicity, reproductive health, and potential drug interactions

"We're committed to understanding not just the effects of our products, but the underlying mechanisms," Atallah added. "Our goal is to create products that are not only enjoyable but backed by rigorous science."

Disclaimer: Consume responsibly. Adults 21 years of age and older only. To learn more, visit our Consumer Education page.

About Botanic Tonics

Botanic Tonics is a plant-based herbal supplement company headquartered in Broken Arrow, OK. Established in 2020, it produces kava-forward tonics under its feel free brand. Its signature product, feel free CLASSIC, is crafted with ancient functional plants to provide mood lift, energy, and focus. Botanic Tonics’ products are manufactured in an FDA-registered, cGMP-certified facility and actively supports consumer safety regulations through transparent labeling and educational resources. Learn more at https://botanictonics.com.

In a city celebrated for shaping global trends and defying conventional limits, an extraordinary evening has etched itself into the annals of cultural history. Omar Harfouch’s “Concerto for Peace” didn’t merely raise the bar—it became the bar, overshadowing even the celebrated Met Gala’s famed opulence. What unfolded at the Dubai Opera House was more than a spectacular event; it was an evolutionary leap in how art, celebrity, and humanitarian values can converge in breathtaking harmony.

From the moment the world’s influencers, innovators, and luminaries stepped onto the scarlet walkway, the atmosphere bristled with electric anticipation. Yet it was Hollywood’s Orlando Bloom who crystallized the evening’s deeper purpose. Renowned not only for his cinematic prowess but also for championing children’s welfare through UNICEF, Bloom’s presence heralded that the night would transcend superficial allure. Here, glamour was not an end in itself, but a gateway to global engagement.

Inside, the Ensemble Sequentiae Symphony Orchestra, under Mathieu Bonnin’s inspired baton, channeled Harfouch’s masterwork into a tapestry of transcendent sound. Each measure spoke directly to the heart, as if reminding the audience that compassion and understanding are forces as powerful as any cultural monument. When Chico & The Gypsies ignited the hall with “Dubaï mi amor,” the audience—heads of industry, cultural architects, and creative visionaries—left behind their inhibitions. In that shared moment of collective joy, the Opera House became a microcosm of the world’s highest aspirations.

Then, amid cheers that shook the gilded balconies, Omar Harfouch welcomed Orlando Bloom to the stage. “Orlando is in the house!” he announced, his voice radiating pride and gratitude. Applause thundered in acknowledgement of a moment that transcended star power. This was a profound alignment of influence and intent—artist and advocate, melody and meaning—fusing into a beacon of hope. As Bloom joined Harfouch beneath the spotlight, the “Concerto for Peace” transformed from an unforgettable show into a universal manifesto, declaring that beauty and benevolence need not occupy separate spheres.

Long after the final curtain call, as whispers of wonder drifted into the gentle desert breeze, one truth remained. In surpassing the benchmarks of even the world’s most renowned galas, the evening had reshaped the cultural conversation. Now, the global community had proof that an event could be simultaneously elegant and earnest, exquisite and enlightened. The “Concerto for Peace” had woven together art, empathy, and star-studded influence, leaving Dubai—and indeed the world—richer in vision, purpose, and promise.

About Omar Harfouch

Omar Harfouch is a celebrated French pianist-composer and businessman. He studied piano in the Soviet Union, a country in which he also trained in diplomacy. Renowned for his lifelong dedication to using music as a platform for unity and social change and with a diverse background in classical music and modern media, Harfouch’s career uniquely bridges the artistic and cultural realms. For more information, visit https://www.omarharfouch.com.

My RIA Lawyer is excited to announce the appointment of Trina L. Glass as Managing Attorney, marking a significant milestone in the firm’s ongoing evolution as a leader in compliance and legal services for financial advisors and investment funds. With unmatched experience in the finance industry, Trina joins the firm from her previous roles as a partner at Stark & Stark and Special Counsel at Duane Morris LLP.

Trina’s impressive background includes advising and representing investment companies, investment advisers, and broker-dealers on matters arising under U.S. federal securities law. Her expertise in regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and cybersecurity policies positions My RIA Lawyer to better serve its clients and enhance its suite of services.

“We’re breaking down barriers, and we’re not going to stop,” says Leila Shaver, founder of My RIA Lawyer. “Trina embodies the culture we strive for—she’s smart, humble, and always willing to jump in and help. Her diverse skill set and approachable nature make her the kind of leader every business needs on their team. We aim to provide accessible top-tier compliance and general counsel services to firms of all sizes, and Trina’s blend of expertise and kindness will enhance our innovative solutions for financial advisors.”

As My RIA Lawyer continues to build a sophisticated team of legal professionals, Trina’s addition reflects the importance of diversity in leadership, as it brings varied perspectives and solutions to the challenges faced by financial advisors and investment funds. Trina’s leadership will not only enhance the firm’s capabilities but also serve as an inspiration for aspiring professionals from underrepresented backgrounds.

By championing diversity, My RIA Lawyer aims to foster an inclusive environment and build a powerhouse team.

“I am excited to join My RIA Lawyer and be part of a team that is making a significant and meaningful impact in the lives of investment professionals,” Trina stated. “Leila and team are already a powerhouse in the industry and disrupting the curve. My RIA Lawyer is revolutionary in its approach to providing legal counsel and compliance support and I am here for it. Together, we will continue to create innovative solutions and provide efficient services that address the evolving challenges in the financial landscape.”

Her enthusiasm for the firm’s mission is evident, as she aims to make a meaningful impact in the lives of financial advisors and investment funds seeking compliance and legal support.

Financial advisors and investment funds interested in learning more about compliance services can reach out to My RIA Lawyer directly.

About My RIA Lawyer

Based in Alpharetta, My RIA Lawyer is a leading legal and compliance firm dedicated to serving federally registered firms across the U.S. Our mission is to empower financial advisors and firms by providing comprehensive legal and compliance solutions. By handling all compliance and legal needs under one roof, My RIA Lawyer offers a unique value proposition that sets us apart in the industry. Our tailored services are designed to streamline operations, mitigate risk, and boost confidence in the face of regulatory demands. For more information, please visit our website at https://myrialawyer.com and discover how we can be your ally in conquering legal and compliance challenges.

The Polish real estate market has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past two years, with housing prices surging dramatically. This trend places Poland among the fastest-growing housing markets in the European Union (EU). This article aims to provide an in-depth analysis of these changes, utilising data from Eurostat, The National Bank of Poland, and Nieruchomosci-online.pl.

Targeting an international audience unfamiliar with Polish real estate, this analysis focuses on the distinction between primary and secondary markets, the reasons for price surges, and granular insights into city-level dynamics and apartment sizes.

A European Context

Poland stands out in the Eurostat data with a housing price increase of 25.9% between Q2 2022 and Q2 2024, significantly above other EU countries. In contrast, Luxembourg and Germany experienced declines of 13.7% and 12.0%, respectively. France also saw a decrease of 4.0%, while Spain recorded a modest increase of 11.9%. Poland’s robust market reflects a unique set of economic and policy-driven factors.

Secondary Market Insights

The secondary real estate market (resale market) also saw dramatic growth. Data from NBP indicate price increases across cities such as Kraków (24.7%) and Zielona Góra (21.6%), highlighting robust demand in both metropolitan and regional markets. The rise in secondary market prices was further influenced by constrained supply and increased investment activity. 

Data from Nieruchomosci-online.pl reveal a granular perspective on Poland’s housing market performance, particularly in the secondary market, where prices for 1- to 3-room (kitchens, bathrooms, and toilets are not included in the room count) housing units rose dramatically. Over the course of two years, average asking prices of flats most commonly increased by 20-30%.

Variations by City

The growth in asking prices varied significantly across cities. Kraków led the market with the highest growth for one-room flats (studios), reaching over 35%. Similarly, Warszawa showcased notable price growth across all analysed housing unit categories (by number of rooms), reinforcing its position as a highly desirable market. Cities like Wrocław and Opole also noted substantial increases, frequently exceeding 25% in certain categories. Meanwhile, cities such as Olsztyn and Bydgoszcz exhibited more moderate growth, with percentages closer to 10%.

Top Performers

• Kraków: Dominated the market with the highest percentage of price growth for studio flats, reflecting its vibrant housing market and increasing demand for smaller urban dwellings.
• Warszawa: Consistently high growth across all housing unit categories (grouped by number of rooms) underscores its status as Poland's leading economic centre, driving sustained demand.
• Wrocław: Showcased significant growth, particularly for mid-sized flats, indicating a growing preference for modern living spaces in this thriving urban area.
• Opole: Displayed robust growth across all flat types, suggesting increasing regional demand and investment interest.

Primary Market Insights

New housing developments in Poland’s primary market experienced significant price increases. Cities like Kraków and Wrocław led with growth rates of 31.5% and 25.7%, respectively, driven by demand for modern, energy-efficient housing. Warsaw also showed notable growth at 16%, reflecting its continued appeal as an economic hub. The market’s resilience underscores the strong demand for quality housing, particularly in urban centres.

Key Drivers of Price Growth

Several factors underpinned the rapid growth in housing prices:

• Economic Growth: Rising disposable incomes bolstered purchasing power, driving demand.
• Government Initiatives: The “Bezpieczny Kredyt 2%” (2% Safe Mortgage) mortgage subsidy program in 2023 significantly increased access to mortgages, fuelling demand.
• Urbanisation: A steady influx of people into urban areas intensified demand for housing in cities.
• Supply Constraints: Limited new developments and high construction costs restricted supply, further driving up prices.
• Inflationary Pressures: High inflation in 2022 and 2023 prompted many to invest in real estate as a hedge against devalued savings.

The "Bezpieczny Kredyt 2%" Subsidy Program a Game Changer for Homebuyers

In mid-2023, the Polish government launched the "Bezpieczny Kredyt 2%" (2% Safe Mortgage) program to address the growing affordability crisis in the housing market. This initiative aimed to make housing more accessible, particularly for first-time buyers, by offering subsidised mortgage rates.

While the initiative accelerated demand, it also led to price inflation, particularly in the secondary market, where properties aligned with eligibility criteria experienced a surge in demand.

Challenges and Future Trends

The rapid rise in housing prices presents several challenges. Affordability has become a significant concern, as first-time buyers and low-income households increasingly struggle to enter the market. Financing options are also under pressure, with rising interest rates further exacerbating affordability issues despite supportive government initiatives. Urban centres continue to dominate growth, while smaller cities experience slower price increases. Looking ahead, continued urbanisation and economic stability are likely to sustain demand in the housing market, but price stabilisation may occur if supply increases to meet this demand.

Poland’s housing market has outperformed its European counterparts in recent years, with extraordinary growth in both primary and secondary markets. However, the surge in prices presents challenges, particularly for affordability and market access.

For investors, Poland’s market offers both opportunities and risks. Careful monitoring of macroeconomic factors and urbanisation trends will be crucial for navigating this dynamic landscape.

Sources:

1. Nieruchomosci-online.pl
2. https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/databrowser/view/prc_hpi_q/default/table?lang=en
3. https://nbp.pl/publikacje/cykliczne-materialy-analityczne-nbp/rynek-nieruchomosci/informacja-kwartalna/

Dubai is a profound destination to celebrate New Year's Eve 2025. Exciting adventures like desert safari, sky diving, zip lining, and fireworks are the perfect way to indulge in the celebrations. There are also other prominent ways to celebrate NYE in Dubai. Travel Saga Tourism, a Dubai-based travel company presents heartwarming New Year’s celebration packages for everyone who is planning to celebrate NYE 2025 in Dubai.

The night is a perfect time to start celebrating the Dubai New Year Party because it helps travelers to witness the beauty of the city. Every year millions of people come to Dubai to enjoy the welcome party for the upcoming year. The private cruise and yacht parties are the best way to enjoy at the time of high rush in the city.

Intrigued Products for NYE 2024–2025 

The interesting New Year celebration packages are given below, you can determine which offer is suitable and comes under your budget. Now let’s dive into some of the offers for this year’s celebration.

Shared Experience This NYE 2025

Dinner Cruise

Embrace yourself on the premium Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina. This New Year you can enjoy yourself with family and friends in an isolated area so that you don’t get interrupted. You can witness the astonishing fireworks all over the Dubai Marina. The skyline of the entire city would be like a fiction. Moreover, you get exciting meals, music, and dance on the cruise so that your celebration can be top-notch.

Dhow Cruise 

Dhow Cruise is one of the best venues where you can interact and enjoy with the people. You can have fun listening to the live music and enjoy the live cooking on the cruise. The deck of the entire cruise will be full of lavish beverages and a dance floor. So, get ready to welcome the year 2025 in an upfront way.

Mega Yacht 

Mega Yacht is an ideal choice if you want to enjoy your New Year’s Eve socially. You can interact and enjoy with various people on Mega Yacht Dubai.  There are a total of 2 separate decks on the yacht that give you scenic views from different viewpoints.  You will also get to experience on-deck live cooking prepared by high-end chefs. Moreover, you get to enjoy premium drinks on the yacht that will make your New Year’s celebration more interesting.

Mega Dhow Cruise 

Mega Dhow Cruise is one of the most famous and interesting modes of transportation used in Dubai. Now this extravagant vessel is converted into a party cruise that will give you the best experience at the Dubai New Year Party. You get to enjoy live music, drinks, and food on the deck. Interestingly, you can share this experience with many people and enjoy the welcoming party with them. The Mega Dhow Cruise will run down through Dubai Marina and give you a prominent fireworks display. So, without any delays get yourself seated on the biggest experience of your life.

Private Experience This New Year's Eve 2025

33-ft Yacht

33-ft yacht is a perfect place to host private gatherings and parties this NYE. This small yacht is prominent for six regular people and provides you with complete privacy. Furthermore, you get a premium bottle of champagne with a New Year’s cake on the deck. With all these things you still get to witness the famous Dubai fireworks while sailing through the Dubai Marina.

50-ft Yacht 

50-ft yacht is a perfect option if you are hosting a large gathering or party. In reality, around 12 people can enjoy New Year’s Eve on this luxurious yacht. Additionally, you get three members on deck: two crewmembers and one captain so that you can enjoy your party. Moreover, you get the same accompaniment with the 50-ft as the 33-ft yacht. So, embrace yourself for the luxurious ride in the middle of the Dubai Marina this NYE.

About Travel Saga Tourism

Travel Saga Tourism is a Dubai-based travel company which was established in the year 2021. Travel Saga Group of companies is authorised and licensed by the Government of Dubai’s tourism and commerce marketing department. The main operating office of Travel Saga is situated in Deira City Center, Dubai (UAE). Travel Saga also has multiple offices and travel desks all over the world and is one of the best travel management companies in all of Dubai. All visitors to Travel Saga Tourism get personalised tour packages so they can explore the places they want to visit. For more information, visit https://travelsaga.com.

The Female Quotient (The FQ), an experience and media company advancing gender equality in the workplace, is proud to announce its inclusion in Fast Company’s fourth annual Brands That Matter list as a benchmark brand. The list honors brands and individuals that do not merely create customers, they resonate with individuals and communities in a profound way. Through captivating branding and marketing efforts, these companies and nonprofits have established relevance and impact on culture. The full list can be found on fastcompany.com and in the upcoming Winter print edition on newsstands beginning December 17, 2024.

This year’s list includes large international organizations, small-but-mighty companies, and nonprofits, and highlights 119 brands and 10 CMOs of the Year that inspire genuine engagement and loyalty from their consumers—and influence new adopters to buy in. Every brand included has found an ability to forge an emotional connection with customers, whether leading on the environment or pop culture, engaging B2B customers, or responding meaningfully to current events.

“We’re honored to be recognized by Fast Company as a Brand That Matters. We are proud of our partners who also made this list—together we change the equation and close the gender gap in the workplace,” said Shelley Zalis, founder and CEO of The Female Quotient. “This recognition reflects the power of the FQ—the power of women. With the largest global community of women in business we ignite bold conversations, elevate remarkable women and drive transformative change.”

Over the last year, The Female Quotient has found new ways to profoundly connect with its community that has grown more than 400% year over year to 6 million women in business globally across every industry and sees engagement rates of 5x to 7x industry averages. Beyond the signature Equality Lounge® found at all major business conferences, The FQ officially launched a media business and debuted The FQ Newsletter. In addition, The FQ became the first female-founded media and experiential brand to collaborate with F1 ACADEMY® to support the next generation of female talent, brought the Equality Lounge to the Summer Olympics for the first time, hosted an inaugural Women in AI Summit, and took over Times Square on International Day of the Girl with a first-of-it’s-kind mentoring event and billboard campaign.

“In a world where 10% of Fortune 500 CEOs are women, we want to shout from the rooftops that approximately 30% of Fast Company’s Brands That Matter benchmark brands have women CEOs—and that grows to 40% when adding the companies with female founders or co-founders,” said Caroline Dettman, chief marketing and creative officer at The Female Quotient. “As women, these leaders share a lived experience as a part of the coveted consumer audience who control 80 percent of the purchase power. This isn’t only a Brands That Matter list—it's a power list too.”

Fast Company’s Brands that Matter awards are open to companies of any size, from multinational corporations to small businesses. Applications are judged on their emotional resonance, cultural significance, timeliness, clarity, and originality.

"We're so proud to award such a wide variety of honorees this year and shine a spotlight on leading marketing executives," said Brendan Vaughan, Fast Company editor-in-chief. "The thread that binds brands like Arc'teryx, Tony's Chocolonely, and the NFL together is their commitment and creativity in how they build connections with audiences through cultural relevance."

For more information or to view the complete list of honorees, visit fastcompany.com/brands-that-matter/list.

About The Female Quotient

The Female Quotient (The FQ) is an experiences,  media, and transformation company advancing equality in the workplace. With the largest global community of women in business, The FQ creates visibility and connections for women and conscious leaders at a global scale across every industry. The FQ’s signature Equality Lounge® has changed the business agenda at tentpole industry conferences including CES, Davos, Cannes Lions, and more. Together with our partners, our mission is to change the equation and close the gender gap. For more on how to partner with The FQ and to join our community, please visit www.thefemalequotient.com and follow @femalequotient on Instagram and LinkedIn.

About Fast Company

Fast Company is the only media brand fully dedicated to the vital intersection of business, innovation, and design, engaging the most influential leaders, companies, and thinkers on the future of business. The editor-in-chief is Brendan Vaughan. Headquartered in New York City, Fast Company is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with our sister publication, Inc., and can be found online at fastcompany.com.

The Government of Montenegro, in association with Opulence Capital, a globally integrated financial services group headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is proud to announce the establishment of Opulence Capital Montenegro. This strategic initiative aims to attract over €5 billion in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to diversify and enhance Montenegro's economic landscape.

Opulence Capital Montenegro, a joint venture between the Government of Montenegro and Opulence Capital, will manage the fund. The fund's primary focus is on fostering public-private partnerships (PPPs) and similar structures to stimulate economic activity across key sectors, including high-end gaming and hospitality, financial services, and renewable energy production.

"This partnership marks a pivotal moment for Montenegro's economic development. By leveraging Opulence Capital's global expertise and the Government's commitment to growth, we are poised to create a dynamic environment that attracts substantial foreign investment and fosters sustainable economic diversification," said Ms. Sladjana Matovic, Executive Director, Opulence Capital Montenegro.

Opulence Capital brings a wealth of experience to this venture. The group operates across various sectors, including asset management, project finance, capital management, private credit, and financial advisory services. Their diversified approach and relations with key sovereign wealth funds and development funds globally enable a landmark approach to regional foreign direct investment and project execution.

The Montenegro Development Fund will collaborate closely with key development funds in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, such as the Saudi Development Fund, the Qatar Fund for Development, and the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development. These partnerships aim to introduce projects that stimulate industries in Montenegro, including high-end gaming and hospitality targeting ultra-high-net-worth tourism, financial services, and renewable energy production.

The Montenegro Development Funding Initiative represents a forward-thinking strategy to attract substantial foreign investment, fostering economic diversification and sustainable growth in Montenegro.

About Opulence Capital

Opulence Capital is a globally integrated financial services group headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The group operates across various sectors, including asset management, project finance, capital management, private credit, and financial advisory services. Their diversified approach and commitment to vertical integration enable them to deliver turnkey solutions and maximize operational efficiency. For more information, visit https://opulence.net.

Zadarma, a leading European VoIP provider, proudly announces its acquisition of 100% ownership of VoIPVoIP, a prominent U.S.-based VoIP operator. This strategic deal, finalized in 2024, strengthens Zadarma's presence in the North American market while broadening the scope of innovative services for both companies' clients.

With this acquisition, VoIPVoIP customers will immediately gain access to the full range of advanced features available on the Zadarma platform, including:

• Virtual Phone Numbers: Establish a local presence anywhere in the world.
• Cloud PBX: Flexible and feature-rich phone system solution.
• Speech Recognition & Analytics: Insights to enhance customer interactions.
• Cloud CRM Teamsale: Manage businesses seamlessly with built-in communication tools.
• Integrations with Popular CRMs: Effortlessly connect with systems like Salesforce, HubSpot, and more.
• API Access: Customize and streamline communication workflows.
• Call Tracking and Analytics: Gain actionable insights into marketing campaigns.
• Custom Widgets and Plugins: Boost productivity with customized tools.
• Mobile and Desktop Apps: Stay connected, anytime and anywhere.

Zadarma's current U.S. customers will also benefit from connections with FCC-approved, U.S.-based operators, ensuring compliance with local regulations and providing unmatched service reliability.

The transition promises a seamless experience, with no disruption to VoIPVoIP services during the integration process. New customers are already using the updated platform, and existing clients can register on the new platform right now to explore its features. Both companies are committed to maintaining the high standards their customers expect while unlocking new opportunities through shared expertise.

About Zadarma

Founded in 2006, Zadarma is a privately held VoIP provider with offices in Burgas, Bulgaria, London, UK, Wroclaw Poland and Valencia, Spain. With 7 main data centers across 7 countries on three continents, Zadarma specializes in cloud communication solutions. The company offers services that include virtual phone numbers in over 100 countries, global calling, its own cloud PBX system, CRM, and a wide variety of in-house communication tools. With 8 interface languages and multilingual technical support, Zadarma ensures accessibility for users worldwide. With a strong presence in Europe and expanding operations globally, the company remains committed to innovation and customer-centric services.

About VoIPVoIP

VoIPVoIP.com is the consumer division of Kosmaz Technologies LLC, a privately held company founded in 2005 and headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA. As a pioneer in broadband internet telephony, Kosmaz provides VoIP solutions for residential, business, and mobile customers, all supported by its own network infrastructure. Offering phone numbers in over 50 countries and some of the lowest international rates on the market with no monthly fees, the service is designed for global use.

Serial entrepreneur and businessman Paulius Stankevicius who is also a founder and CEO of Stankevicius International, a company that does business in international commodity trading, is going after ESG focused agenda in 2025 with the release of a real-time carbon credit trading solution for retail investors.

Paulius Stankevicius sees carbon credit market to be even bigger and more active than cryptocurrency global market which is currently standing at over $3 trillion. Due to unavoidable climate change, carbon market is not anymore optional nor for fun, in fact it is a must and it has been approved in the recent COP 29 that governments are supporting carbon credit trading to create new solutions in order to compensate global emissions.

Stankevicius International, led and managed by Paulius Stankevicius, has been actively developing a very unique platform designed for retail investors (and institutions) to trade carbon credits against USDT. Since the wide adoption of stable coins and USDT in particular, modern global traders in financial markets prefer the option of efficient and faster transactions, as well as quicker cash out turnarounds through USDT. This feature is being offered on Stankevicius International GO—Mr. Paulius Stankevicius' superior global commodity and carbon credit trading platform.

Stankevicius International GO focuses on global physical commodities and because a lot of companies that are involved in global import/export businesses are very much also involved in global carbon emissions, especially shipping, energy and mining companies, the unique advantage of Stankevicius International GO is the add-on of carbon credit trading into the platform's environment, providing easy access for purchasing of carbon credits for large companies. Still, the key is not just purchasing carbon credits by large companies and then getting the retirement certificates of those credits. In fact, the vision of Paulius Stankevicius is to enable and allow smaller traders and investors, who want to enter new markets and speculate, to trade carbon credits in the same way as we trade stocks and crypto.

While primary focus of Stankevicius International is to provide carbon market trading environment to retail investors, institutional are also welcomed and are being offered attractive discounts for large size orders. Stankevicius International aims to be one of the first few companies in the world to provide retail investors access to advanced trading for carbon credits.

Stankevicius International will be listing various carbon projects enabling their carbon credits to be tradable on the platform for speculation. This way, carbon projects can raise funds from public markets faster by being publicly listed rather than from B2B sales that derive from the private markets.

About Stankevicius International

Stankevicius International is a technology-based trade consulting company. Every day, we work to reimagine international trade to improve global trading experience for merchants, buyers and traders. Our technology provides access to an extensive variety of product inventory around the world. To learn more, visit https://go.stankeviciusinternational.com.

2024 has been the Year of AI, and Haiper.ai has risen as a standout leader in generative AI video creation. Emerging from stealth just nine months ago, Haiper has launched its groundbreaking AI video model, now in version 2.5. The model offers jaw-dropping fidelity, hyper-realistic movement, and precise prompt adherence.

With 6.5 million users generating over 52 million videos and images, Haiper has helped ignite a creative revolution. The company’s Spotlight community has become a destination for content innovation, featuring thousands of daily user-submitted, full-length videos.

Empowering Creators and Businesses Alike

Haiper isn’t just cutting-edge AI—it’s a platform for everyone. The growing Video Templates library inspires those who have never used a camera, while Haiper's advanced features offer expert Creatives the fine-tuned control they crave. Features like Keyframe Conditioning Timeline enable granular precision over every video frame.

Businesses are leveraging Haiper's 2.5 model via API, integrating generative AI video into workflows for educational tutorials, marketing advertising, and music videos. Companies from the global Fortune 100 to Shopify merchants have used Haiper to generate AI storyboards, polished product videos, and marketing advertisements.

"2024 has proven AI isn't just a fad," said CEO and co-founder, Yishu Miao. "Millions of people are using Haiper for multiple use cases, from fun social media videos to stunning marketing content.

Groundbreaking AI at Lean Efficiency

Haiper developed proprietary infrastructure to scale its vision foundation models. The team reveals their astonishingly lean operations: models trained with up to 30B+ parameters, despite using only 256 H100 GPUs. Its uniquely designed Latent Cascade Flow Matching and Mixture of Experts (MoE) cut training time by 40% compared to conventional Diffusion Transformer (DiT)-based video generation models. These innovations power Haiper's state-of-the-art video quality, continuously pushing the boundaries of AI video generation.

To fuel its exponential growth, Haiper has partnered with tech titans NVIDIA, Google Cloud, and Amazon Web Services to leverage their technologies and support Haiper's growing infrastructure. Haiper's world-class Machine Learning engineers have partnered with the brightest minds at Cambridge University and the University of British Columbia on breakthroughs in novel view synthesis, scene rendering, and spatial consistency.

Real-World Enterprise Impact

Building upon a solid technological foundation, Haiper has forged enterprise partnerships with the London Fashion Innovation Agency (FIA) and JD.com to bring real-world solutions to the fashion and e-commerce industries. Haiper is helping transform every stage of the retail lifecycle with AI, from Sketch2Video tools to dynamic video advertisements.

Haiper has teamed up with AI powerhouses and newcomers alike to make its powerful 2.5 model available to all. On VEED.io, the largest AI editing software, Haiper is the exclusive generative video model of choice. On Civitai.ai, a community of 6 million Creators, Haiper was the first video model available on its platform. Haiper also expanded its AI video model to the broader ecosystem, partnering with Civitai and W2AGI for video competitions in November, when thousands of participants created and submitted their stunning videos.

"We are deeply humbled that the AI community has chosen to build on Haiper and share their unique creations with us," said Stacie Chan, VP of Business & Partnerships. "We plan to continue building inclusive technology that empowers individuals to expand their imagination, and enables businesses to explore creative, revenue-generating content."

Growing with Purpose

With its lean operations, Haiper has already amassed gross revenue that covers its inference costs. “We've far exceeded industry timelines, so now we're in pure growth mode: focusing on strengthening our model and growing our product,” said Miao.

Proudly based in London, Haiper was accepted to prestigious programs like UK TechNation’s Future 50 cohort, the Mayor of London's Grow London Global cohort, and Microsoft’s UK GenAI Accelerator.

About Haiper.ai

Haiper was founded in late 2021 by Dr Yishu Miao (CEO) and Dr Ziyu Wang (CTO), both with PhDs in Machine Learning from Oxford University and former Researchers at Google’s DeepMind. The company’s co-founders have experience working alongside AI pioneers, including Geoffrey Hinton, Nando de Freitas, and Phil Blunsom. Since Haiper’s launch and $13.8M seed round earlier in 2024, the platform has launched additional capabilities, including HD upscaler, Video2Video generation, and Keyframe Conditioning for ultra-precise videos. Haiper is also leveraging NVIDIA technologies as they explore video up to 30 seconds long.

Haiper.ai: Revolutionising Generative AI Video, For Everyone

In the post-pandemic wellness landscape, people are becoming more aware and prioritizing healthcare. As such, the popularity of antioxidant supplements like Vitamin E has increased for their potent health benefits. However, not all Vitamin E supplements offer equal benefits. Findings from recent scientific studies report that Vitamin E supplements with high levels of tocotrienols provide up to 50 times more antioxidant protection than widely used tocopherol.

Owing to its research-backed benefits supporting cardiovascular, skin, brain, and bone health, the popularity of Vitamin E tocotrienols is on the surge. As such, a number of new tocotrienol-selling brands have entered the market. And many of these brands appear to be capitalizing on the rising popularity of tocotrienols without delivering genuine, quality products.

In order to spot the fake supplements available in the market, Ingredient Fact commissioned a third-party lab test with ICT (International Chemistry Testing) specializing in supplement analysis.

Lab Test Results

The lab test by Ingredient Fact was commissioned to assess the active ingredients (delta and gamma tocotrienols) in thirteen samples. ICT utilized a Craft Method of analysis to determine the presence and concentration of active ingredients in the samples. Out of the thirteen samples tested, 6 were not detected or lower than the label claim, 3 could not be determined if they met the label claim because they claimed other tocotrienols that were not tested, and 4 met or above the label claim.

Samples whose reports were found to have the optimal and claimed concentration of tocotrienols include Doctor's Best, Wellness Extract, and Designs for Health.

Wellness Extract’s tocotrienol supplement, which has been verified as alpha-tocopherol-free contains a potent annatto-sourced 90% delta to 10% gamma-tocotrienol blend. This formulation aligns with Dr. Tan’s research-backed recommendations for delivering enhanced antioxidant protection. This product also uses a small, emulsifier-free formulation, and sealed softgels, a factor crucial for preserving tocotrienol efficacy.

Research spearheaded by Dr. Barrie Tan, a Vitamin E expert, highlights that tocotrienols, particularly delta and gamma types, provide superior antioxidant and cholesterol-lowering benefits. Dr. Tan’s findings, corroborated by studies in human and animal models, suggest that alpha-tocopherol can hinder tocotrienol absorption and may even increase oxidative stress when taken in high amounts.

Tocotrienols, particularly delta and gamma types derived from the annatto plant, stand out due to their unique cellular benefits. Unlike alpha-tocopherol, tocotrienols have shorter, unsaturated molecular tails, allowing them to rotate and move within cells at a faster rate, which increases their ability to protect against cell oxidation. These qualities enable tocotrienols to penetrate tissues 50 times more effectively, contributing to heart health, lowering cholesterol, and potentially impacting anti-cancer outcomes. In contrast, high alpha-tocopherol levels can interfere with these benefits and have even been associated with adverse cardiovascular events in some studies.

For consumers seeking to ensure they are purchasing a pure tocotrienol product, the report recommends choosing supplements with certain qualities. Third-party lab testing is essential to verify product purity and ensure that the tocotrienol formulation has a balanced 90% delta to 10% gamma ratio. Pure tocotrienol supplements, particularly those free from alpha-tocopherol, prevent interference and deliver optimal antioxidant benefits. Additionally, hermetically sealed softgels are more reliable for maintaining potency and ensuring digestibility.

About Wellness Extract

Wellness Extract is a trusted name and health supplement manufacturing brand based in Canada. Established in 2018, the company is committed to helping people lead healthier lives by developing science-backed supplements designed to enhance holistic health at every stage of life. For more information, visit https://wellnessextract.com.

SalientMG, a US-based strategic marketing firm for high-growth B2B tech companies, today announced a strategic alliance with the Bluestripe Group, a leading integrated B2B marketing services group based in the UK. The alliance expands and enhances their global capabilities to create new communications, content, brand experience, marketing and visibility opportunities for client companies to accelerate their global impact.

“Our clients want to lead their respective industries, in North America and beyond; we couldn’t be more excited to expand into EMEA through our new strategic alliance with Bluestripe Group,” said Mack McKelvey, CEO, SalientMG. “I’ve personally worked with Andy Oakes in some capacity for more than 15 years and formalizing our relationship is a natural next step. Bluestripe Group and SalientMG believe there’s not a one-size-fits-all approach to marketing and communications. Our solutions and programs are rooted in the importance of creating smart, salient messaging, market differentiation and sustainable growth trajectories for our clients.”

Through this US/EMEA strategic alliance, the companies are expanding their global integrated, full-funnel marketing and media relations services, while also offering bespoke marketing opportunities for clients–including podcasts, communities, roundtables, custom content, customer communications, demand generation and executive visibility programs.

“SalientMG is a key partner in building our brand as the leading independent out-of-home agency,” said David Krupp, Global CEO, of billups, a SalientMG client. “As billups continues our rapid expansion across the UK, EMEA and APAC, we are thrilled to now have Bluestripe Group’s global capabilities and resources.”

Bluestripe Group combines a B2B PR agency with a Content and Events Studio and publishes the respected trade title New Digital Age. It was founded in 2017 by Andy Oakes, formerly Global MD of The Drum and publisher of New Media Age; Justin Pearse, former editor of New Media Age and founder of the branded content studios for The Drum and Digiday in the UK; and Lydia Oakes, B2B PR specialist and former Head of Marketing and PR at iProspect UK. Bluestripe works with companies ranging from innovative start-ups and scale-ups to multinational household names developing strategies and delivering campaigns in the UK, mainland Europe, MENA and APAC.

SalientMG, an Adweek 2022 Fastest Growing Agency, was founded in 2013 by Mack McKelvey. The firm provides strategic marketing and communications to high growth companies; additionally, in 2024, it launched The StartUp Marketer, a first-of-its-kind ecosystem for marketers in the startup industry. Its teams are led by former senior in-house marketers who understand how to create impactful campaigns that drive measurable results. All team members have worked in or with companies at pre-seed stage through IPO, navigating successful exits, M&A, and marketing growth challenges at all stages. SalientMG either serves as an extension of a client’s marketing team or as their fully-outsourced marketing organization. The firm has worked with more than 100 startups and scaleups across adtech, martech, cybersecurity, data and analytics, AI, edtech, eCommerce, SaaS, gaming, and other industries over the past 11 years; clients are accepted by referral.

Andy Oakes, CEO of Bluestripe Group, said, “Our business is built on the belief that unless you are creating and maintaining meaningful conversations then you’re just wasting time. We run this through our PR agency, through our media and through our events. Our unique model allows us to work with our clients on many levels of the marketing funnel to create more coherent and effective campaigns. SalientMG shares our passion and our view that the traditional agency model needs disrupting. We’re natural partners.”

SalientMG also announced that Terri Walter, a four-time CMO and renowned B2B marketing leader and ad tech expert, has joined the firm as Managing Director to lead innovation and client strategy, as well as collaboration efforts with Bluestripe. Terri brings more than 25 years of experience leading global marketing, branding, strategic communications and digital transformation for high-growth tech and adtech companies including DoubleClick, Razorfish, Microsoft, Pubmatic, Kargo, Chartbeat and TRUSTX.

“As AI, social and emerging channels continue to transform a marketer’s approach to brand-building, there has never been a more important time for distinct messaging and point-of-view,” said Terri Walter, Managing Director, SalientMG. “With teams composed of positioning and messaging experts, journalists, podcasters and community-builders, we have the skillset needed to build meaningful conversations for the brands of tomorrow and I am excited for the collaboration ahead.”

About Bluestripe

Bluestripe Group is a B2B marketing services group for the media, advertising, marketing and technology industries. Founded in 2017 by Andy Oakes, Lydia Oakes and Justin Pearse, Bluestripe offers a unique combination of a pioneering PR agency, a dynamic content and events studio and New Digital Age, a respected trade title and events platform.

Bluestripe has a track record of working with some of the world’s most innovative adtech and media businesses. Its global partner network covers mainland Europe, MENA and APAC enabling the Group to deliver PR counsel, strategy and campaigns beyond the UK.

About SalientMG

SalientMG is a strategic marketing firm based in New York City with team members across North America. We are senior marketers, not traditional consultants. We collaborate with our clients to identify their salient points—what makes their business truly remarkable. B2B tech companies partner with us to launch, accelerate, or streamline their marketing strategy and programs. Since 2013, tech companies such as  Verizon, Etsy, Transfr, billups, Sparkfly, KERV and Rovio have relied on us to create market-differentiation and accelerate growth. Our clients are accepted by referral only. Visit www.salientmg.com for more information.

The Torres Martinez Band of Desert Cahuilla Indians, owners and operators of Red Earth Casino and Travel Center, is pleased to announce that after an extensive national search, the Torres Martinez Gaming Corporation Board of Directors has selected Michael J. Broderick as the new casino General Manager. This appointment marks an exciting chapter for Red Earth Casino, a premier destination for gaming and hospitality in Southern California and the Salton Sea.

With over 36 years of distinguished leadership in the gaming and hospitality industry, Mr. Broderick brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of driving operational excellence and sustainable growth. His lengthy career includes leadership roles at Quechan Casino Resort and Paradise Casino in Winterhaven, California, and Yuma, Arizona, Golden Acorn Casino and Travel Center in Campo, California; Northern Waters Casino Resort in Watersmeet, Michigan; Sherwood Valley Casino in Willits, California; and Cahuilla Casino and Hotel in Anza, California.

In his new role, Mr. Broderick will oversee all aspects of Red Earth Casino’s operations, focusing on delivering exceptional guest experiences, fostering a culture of innovation, and positioning the casino for future success for the Tribe and the stakeholders he serves.

Matthew Krystall, President of Torres Martinez Gaming Corporation Board of Directors, expressed confidence in Broderick’s leadership, stating: "Michael’s extensive expertise, strategic vision, and deep understanding of the gaming and hospitality landscape make him an exceptional choice to lead Red Earth Casino. We look forward to seeing his dynamic approach drive our mission of excellence and growth."

Michael J. Broderick shared his enthusiasm for the opportunity, saying: "It is an honor to join Red Earth Casino and work alongside the dedicated team and tribal leadership. Together, we will build on the casino's legacy of success, delivering unparalleled experiences for our guests while fostering economic growth for the Tribe and the surrounding community."

Mr. Broderick’s professional accomplishments are complemented by a robust educational background. He earned a bachelor’s degree and M.B.A. in Business Management from California Coast University in Santa Ana, California and an associate degree in Business Administration from Corporacion Nacional de Educación Profesional in Santiago, Chile. He is a Harvard University Graduate School-certified professional and a former degree candidate at Harvard University Extension School.

A proud United States Marine Corps veteran, Mr. Broderick is also a published author and exhibited painter, showcasing his creativity and passion both inside and outside casino gaming and hospitality.

Under Mr. Broderick's leadership, Red Earth Casino is poised to enhance its reputation as a top destination for entertainment, social responsibility, and gaming excellence.

About Red Earth Casino and Travel Center

Red Earth Casino and Travel Center, conveniently located in Thermal, California, on CA Highway 86 between Indio and Brawley, just north of Salton Sea Beach, is Southern California’s premier gaming and entertainment destination. Featuring over 350 of the newest slot and gaming machines, diverse dining options, and top-tier amenities, Red Earth Casino offers an unparalleled experience for visitors.

Dedicated to exceptional customer service, a clean and safe environment, and exciting promotions with valuable rewards, Red Earth Casino has earned its reputation as a preferred destination for thrilling casino entertainment. Proudly owned and operated by the Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians through the Torres Martinez Gaming Corporation, Red Earth Casino embodies the Tribe's commitment to quality and community.

For more information, visit www.redearthcasino.com. 

The Out of Home Advertising Association of America (OAAA), the premier trade association for the U.S. out of home (OOH) advertising industry, is excited to announce that registration is officially open for the 2025 OOH Media Conference, taking place May 5–7, 2025 at the iconic Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport.

This year’s event, themed “The Power of Presence,” will spotlight out of home’s unmatched ability to unify communities, amplify cross-channel campaigns, and drive brand growth by creating authentic connections in a hyper-connected world.

The conference will bring together a who’s who of marketing powerhouses, bold creative thinkers, and brand leaders to reimagine the role of OOH in the modern marketing mix. The speaker lineup already includes:

• Todd Kaplan, Chief Marketing Officer, Kraft Heinz North America
• Jeanniey Walden, Chief Marketing Officer, Rite Aid
• Caitlin Mack, VP of Marketing, LesserEvil
• Jason Dorsey, Generational researcher and best-selling author
• Terry Kawaja, Founder and CEO, LUMA Partners

"The OOH Media Conference is a cornerstone event for our industry, and brings together leaders from across the marketing ecosystem to share ideas, shape the future, and showcase the unmatched power of out of home advertising," said Anna Bager, President and CEO of OAAA, "It’s also an opportunity to align our collective vision and demonstrate the transformative role OOH plays in driving growth for brands and delivering real value to communities. This event is where connections are made, ideas take shape, and the future of advertising is defined."

Highlights of this year’s agenda include:

• Dynamic keynotes from leading industry voices who are shaping the future of advertising and redefining consumer engagement.
• Future-focused panels exploring the latest trends in creative storytelling, measurement, and the intersection of OOH with retail media, digital, and connected TV.
• Unparalleled networking opportunities designed to spark meaningful connections with industry leaders, peers, and partners.

Set in Boston’s vibrant Seaport District, the conference provides the perfect backdrop to experience one of the city’s most innovative and inspiring neighborhoods while bringing together leaders from across the marketing and media spectrum.

Exclusive early bird pricing is now available, making this the perfect time to secure your spot at the OOH industry’s most anticipated event of 2025.

Don’t miss your chance to join the conversation shaping the future of advertising. For more information and to register, visit ooh2025.com.

About the Out of Home Advertising Association of America (OAAA)

The Out of Home Advertising Association of America (OAAA) is the national trade association for the entire out of home (OOH) advertising industry. OAAA represents over 850 members, including leading media companies, advertisers, agencies, ad-tech providers, and suppliers. OOH media includes billboards, street furniture, transit, place-based media, and digital formats (DOOH) across every sector of the channel. OAAA is the unifying voice for the industry, the authoritative thought leader, and the passionate advocate for advancing OOH advertising in the United States. The legislative unit of OAAA advocates for the responsible growth of OOH with federal, state, and local governments. OAAA-member media companies donate over $500 million annually in public service advertising. Founded in 1891, OAAA is headquartered in Washington, DC, with offices in New York City. For more information, visit https://oaaa.org.

Founded over 12 years ago, Menspro Health™ has been at the forefront of delivering specialized men’s health services, addressing the growing demand for comprehensive and accessible care. As part of its ambitious plan to expand to over 100 locations nationwide, the launch of Grand Central Men's Health represents a pivotal milestone in advancing accessibility and excellence in men’s healthcare.

Located in the heart of Manhattan at 315 Madison Avenue, Rm 407, New York, NY 10017, the clinic is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and can be reached by phone at (646) 568-5099 or by email at info@grandcentralmenshealth.com.

This new clinic stands out for Menspro Health’s collaborative approach, which involves partnering with local physicians, clinic owners, and urologists. These partnerships combine community-driven expertise with Menspro Health's innovative healthcare delivery model, elevating the standard of men’s health services in the Manhattan region and beyond.

Evan Bass, CEO of Menspro Health™, stated, “With the opening of Grand Central Men's Health, we are setting a new benchmark for men’s healthcare. By combining community-based care with cutting-edge treatments, we ensure men have access to the highest quality health services available. This clinic is not just about treating symptoms—it’s about empowering men to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.”

Adding a bold and innovative dimension, Menspro Health™ has launched The ManUp Girth™ Initiative in collaboration with Deborah Parker. This initiative focuses on normalizing aesthetic enhancements such as Penile Girth Enhancement. By drawing parallels to the mainstream acceptance of cosmetic surgery for women, the program seeks to expand the dialogue around men’s health and wellness, fostering greater confidence and self-care for men.

For more information about Grand Central Men’s Health, to discuss expanding your current practice with The ManUp Girth™ Technique, or to explore opening a Menspro™ Clinic in your city or territory, please contact:

Evan Bass, CEO & Founder

Menspro Health™

Email: evan@themansclinic.com

About Grand Central Men's Health 

As a Menspro™ Certified Clinic, Grand Central Men's Health is Manhattan's premier destination for comprehensive men’s health services. From erectile dysfunction and testosterone optimization to size enhancement and libido improvement, the clinic's holistic approach is tailored to help men of all ages achieve their full potential. To learn more, visit https://grandcentralmenshealth.com.

About Menspro Health™

Established over 12 years ago, Menspro Health™ is a leader in men’s healthcare, pioneering innovative medical practice management and setting industry benchmarks. By combining state-of-the-art treatments with compassionate care, Menspro Health™ is redefining how men approach their health and wellness. For more information, visit https://menspro.com.

Wellness Extract recently participated as a Silver Sponsor at the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND) Conference 2024, which took place November 2–3 at the Ontario Congress Centre. This year, the event focused on the theme "Advancing Naturopathic Care in Chronic and Acute Disease," which emphasizes integrating traditional and age-old naturopathic practices with modernized health and wellness solutions.

The OAND Conference brought together over 500 attendees, including naturopathic doctors, healthcare professionals, and industry leaders. Various thought-provoking lectures by industry experts were held, featuring sessions on problems like PCOS, Mitochondrial dysfunction in Chronic diseases, fatty liver, Uterine inflammation, and immunological disorders. The sessions focused on going beyond supplements and were designed to equip practitioners with the latest insights and practical knowledge.

At the tradeshow, the Wellness Extract team engaged with over 200 naturopaths, doctors, and healthcare practitioners, discussing vital trends and developments in the healthcare industry. Central to these discussions was the need for enhanced patient education and the potential for how collaboration between Wellness Extract and healthcare professionals could address knowledge gaps in the field.

On the occasion, the founder and director of Wellness Extract, Mr. Virender Dass, spoke about Wellness Extract’s vision to bridge the gap between premium healthcare and individuals. While reflecting on the mission of the brand, Mr. Dass stated, “At Wellness Extract, we believe in partnering with healthcare professionals to make quality wellness accessible, empowering people to lead healthier and happier lives.”

According to Mr. Dass, this year’s theme for OANDCon24 aligns perfectly with Wellness Extract’s mission to balance naturopathy wisdom with their cutting-edge health and wellness solutions.

In addition to participating in conference discussions, Wellness Extract introduced several initiatives. One of the key announcements was the launch of the Ambassador Program, which aims to empower health practitioners and foster a community dedicated to advancing naturopathic medicine. Under this program, the practitioners will be offered opportunities to build their author profiles, publish scientific articles, and become part of Wellness Extract’s expert panel. The initiative intends to help practitioners advance their professional brands while also promoting the growth of naturopathic medicine.

Another significant announcement by Wellness Extract was the introduction of their Practitioner Program, offering healthcare providers and practitioners access to special pricing, priority shipping, and early access to new products and educational resources.

The key highlight at the event was the support for the SOS Campaign led by the Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA). The initiative advocates for the future of Natural Health Products (NHPs) in Canada, addressing concerns about the over-regulation of NHPs by Health Canada, which will lead to rising costs and restricted access to essential natural health products. During the tradeshow, considerable sign-ups for the SOS Petition were gathered to support continued access to vital natural health products by the Canadians.

Throughout the tradeshow, Wellness Extract showcased several of its health products, including Eannatto Vitamin E Tocotrienols, Cell Dtox, and Bovine Colostrum. Attendees were offered product samples featuring a spoonful of vanilla-flavored Greek yogurt combined with Bovine Colostrum powder. The product sampling received notable interest, highlighting the potential market demand for such versatile wellness solutions. Other natural health supplements such as Eannatto 150+, Astaxanthin-GG, and Molecular Hydrogen Tablets, also received considerable attention from attendees and healthcare professionals present at the event.

About OAND

OAND (Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors) is a voluntary professional association and Ontario’s largest community of licensed Naturopathic Doctors. OAND is committed to supporting the ongoing professional development of NDs through in-person education, certified courses, live and recorded webinars and events. The association organizes two major events each year, OANDCon (Annual Convention and Tradeshow) and Annual Meeting & Spring Conference. To learn more, visit https://oand.org.

About Wellness Extract

Wellness Extract is a trusted name and health supplement manufacturing brand based in Canada. Established in 2018, the company is committed to helping people lead healthier lives by developing science-backed supplements designed to enhance holistic health at every stage of life. For more information, visit https://wellnessextract.com.

GVD Markets has launched its global expansion plan, positioning itself as a leading broker by delivering innovative trading solutions that serve as a blueprint for success in online trading. Rapidly gaining popularity, the company is becoming the preferred choice for traders across Asia, the MENA region, and beyond, thanks to its holistic approach to empowering clients to achieve their financial goals.

A Comprehensive Offering for Traders

As one of the fastest-growing brokers in MENA and beyond, GVD Markets provides traders with direct access to the world's largest financial markets, including stocks, forex pairs, cryptocurrencies, energies, and precious metals through CFDs. The broker's primary goal is to empower traders by equipping them with the necessary tools, resources, and support to succeed in the competitive world of online trading. 

"Our holistic trading environment combines advanced technology, comprehensive education, innovative tools, and exceptional customer support," explains Yiannis Papacharalambous, COO at GVD Markets. "Our platforms, including MetaTrader 4 and 5, are renowned for their robust features and user-friendly interfaces, while our proprietary products and VPS service boast additional trading innovations and faster execution speeds."

GVD Markets also emphasizes the importance of providing a seamless trading experience. Their platforms are designed to cater to both novice and experienced traders, offering customizable interfaces and a range of analytical tools. This flexibility ensures that traders can tailor their trading environment to suit their individual needs and preferences. Additionally, GVD Markets offers a variety of account types, each with its own set of features and benefits, allowing traders to choose the account that best aligns with their trading goals and objectives.

Distinctive Features and Industry Recognition

GVD Markets sets itself apart through an unwavering commitment to excellence, transparency, and multi-regulation. Regulated by top-tier authorities such as the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), the Financial Services Commission in Mauritius (FSC), and the Seychelles Financial Services Authority (FSA), GVD Markets ensures a secure and trustworthy trading environment.

"Our mission to 'do trading right' is reflected in our continuous efforts to enhance services and provide unparalleled value to clients," says Papacharalambous. "This dedication has earned us multiple recognitions, including winning the Top Broker for Partnership Programs Award and the Top 100 Trusted Financial Institutions Award, among many others."

The broker's commitment to transparency is evident in their clear and straightforward fee structure. GVD Markets provides detailed information about their fees and charges, ensuring that traders are fully aware of the costs associated with their trades. This transparency helps build trust and confidence among clients, reinforcing GVD Markets' reputation as a reliable and ethical broker.

Effective and Accessible Trading Education

At GVD Markets, education is considered the cornerstone of successful trading. Their educational programs cater to traders of all levels, from beginners to advanced professionals, offering resources such as webinars, video tutorials, eBooks, and one-on-one coaching sessions. The recently launched Education Academy features over 100 free educational videos covering a wide range of topics, from basic trading concepts to advanced strategies. These resources are designed to be engaging and easy to understand, making complex topics accessible to everyone.

"Our commitment to education extends beyond traditional learning resources," notes Papacharalambous. "We regularly host live trading sessions and interactive workshops, providing traders with the opportunity to learn from industry experts and gain practical experience. These sessions cover a variety of topics, including market analysis, trading strategies, and risk management, helping traders develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the financial markets."

The Power of Social Trading

Recognizing the transformative potential of social trading, GVD Markets has introduced a Social Trading platform that allows traders to follow and replicate the strategies of top-performing traders. This feature democratizes access to successful trading strategies and provides traders with actionable insights through advanced data analytics. By leveraging cutting-edge social-trading signals, traders are constantly engaged and aware of potential market movements, enabling them to make informed decisions.

"Our social trading tool is particularly beneficial for novice traders who are just starting their journey in the financial markets," says Papacharalambous. "By following experienced traders with proven track records, beginners can learn from the best and gain confidence in their trading decisions."

The platform's advanced data statistics help traders analyze the performance of the top traders they follow, providing transparency and allowing users to make informed choices about which traders to replicate, further enhancing their chances of success.

For experienced traders, GVD Markets' platform offers the opportunity to share their strategies, learn from the broader community, and earn additional income by allowing others to copy their trades. This not only enhances their reputation within the trading community but also creates a collaborative environment where knowledge and expertise are shared freely. By facilitating the sharing of strategies and insights, GVD Markets creates a dynamic and collaborative trading environment that benefits all participants.

Acuity Signals: Powering Informed Decision-Making

Acuity Signals  is a standout feature at GVD Markets, providing traders with a significant edge in the fast-paced world of online trading. This tool leverages advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence to generate real-time trading signals, offering actionable insights across a wide range of assets. By analyzing vast amounts of market data, including news sentiment, social media trends, and economic indicators, Acuity Signals helps traders stay ahead of market movements and identify potential trading opportunities. This efficiency allows traders to execute trades more quickly and confidently, enhancing their overall trading performance.

"The integration of Acuity Signals into our trading platforms ensures that traders have access to the latest market intelligence at their fingertips," explains Papacharalambous. "The signals are presented in a user-friendly format, making it easy for traders to interpret and act on the information."

One of the key benefits of Acuity Signals is its ability to save traders valuable time. Instead of manually sifting through data and news, traders can rely on smart, data-driven signals that simplify their decision-making process. This efficiency allows traders to execute trades more quickly and confidently, enhancing their overall trading performance. Additionally, Acuity Signals offers customizable alerts, allowing traders to receive notifications about specific market events or price movements, ensuring they never miss an important trading opportunity.

Moreover, Acuity Signals offers a unique blend of human expertise and AI-driven insights. This combination ensures that the signals are not only accurate but also contextually relevant, providing traders with a deeper understanding of market dynamics. These personalized trading signals are tailored to each trader's strategy and goals, making them highly relevant and actionable.

Opportunities for IB Partners

GVD Markets offers a robust program for Introducing Brokers (IBs) and Affiliates, designed to unlock massive potential through collaboration. Partners gain access to competitive rebates, advanced tracking tools, and comprehensive marketing support. The broker's competitive rebate structure and access to Percentage Allocation Management Module (PAMM) accounts allow IBs with a successful track record in online trading to double as fund managers for their clients.

"Our PAMM system is designed to provide IBs with a flexible and efficient way to manage their clients' funds," says Papacharalambous. "This system operates between a main account and sub-accounts, where funds in sub-accounts are displayed in the main account but remain virtual. Orders placed from the main account are executed by the sub-accounts, ensuring efficient order management and fund allocation."

Some of the key features of GVD Markets' PAMM accounts include customized solutions that offer flexibility to fund managers, tailor-made incentives, fees, and commissions, and fully automated processes with easy access to deposits and withdrawals. Fund managers maintain autonomous control over trading decisions, ensuring transparency in buying and selling prices. This setup allows GVD Markets IBs to offer their clients professional fund management services, enhancing their value proposition and client satisfaction.

Commitment to Stellar Customer Service

Exceptional customer service is a cornerstone of GVD Markets' operations. The broker offers multilingual, expert support around the clock, ensuring clients receive the best possible assistance. Their support staff is highly trained and knowledgeable, capable of addressing a wide range of issues. "Our commitment to providing stellar service and support is unwavering," says Papacharalambous. "We have implemented several key strategies to ensure clients receive the best possible assistance."

Firstly, GVD Markets offers multilingual, expert support around the clock. The dedicated support team is available 24/5 to assist clients in multiple languages, ensuring that language barriers do not hinder effective communication. This round-the-clock availability means that no matter where clients are located or what time zone they are in, they can always reach out for help when they need it.

The support staff at GVD Markets is highly trained and knowledgeable, capable of addressing a wide range of issues, from technical problems to trading inquiries. The broker invests heavily in continuous training and development to ensure the team is up to date with the latest industry trends and platform updates. This expertise allows GVD Markets to provide prompt and accurate solutions, enhancing clients' overall trading experience.

GVD Markets also offers multiple channels of communication, including live chat, email, and phone support. This multi-channel approach ensures that clients can choose the method of communication that is most convenient for them. The live chat feature, in particular, is popular for its immediacy and ease of use, allowing clients to get real-time assistance with minimal disruption to their trading activities.

Additionally, GVD Markets places a strong emphasis on client feedback. The broker regularly conducts surveys and gathers feedback from clients to identify areas for improvement. This feedback is used to enhance services and ensure that GVD Markets continues to meet the evolving needs of its clients. The proactive approach ensures that the broker is always evolving and adapting to meet client needs.

Unique Advantages for Traders

GVD Markets provides some of the most advantageous trading conditions in the industry, designed to reduce trading costs and increase profitability. Clients benefit from raw spreads starting from 0.0 pips, $0 commission stock trading, and leverage up to 1:2000. The broker's advanced trading platforms and tools, including MetaTrader 4 and 5, Acuity Signals, and Social Trading, enhance traders' performance and contribute significantly to their success. GVD Markets also regularly offers exclusive promotions designed to enhance traders' performance, providing them with unique opportunities to maximize their trading potential. For example, for the month of December 2024, GVD Markets is offering an exclusive promotion with up to 70% reduced spreads on major assets, enabling traders to save big on trading costs.

In addition to competitive trading conditions, GVD Markets offers a range of value-added services designed to support traders in their journey. These services include personalized account management, regular market analysis and insights, and access to exclusive trading events and webinars. Risk management is another critical area where GVD Markets excels. The broker provides a range of risk management tools, such as stop-loss and take-profit orders, which help traders manage their risk and protect their investments. These tools are essential for maintaining a balanced and disciplined trading approach, ensuring that traders can navigate the markets with confidence.

Future Developments and Innovations

Looking to the future, GVD Markets plans to introduce more advanced trading tools and features, such as enhanced AI-driven analytics and personalized trading recommendations. The broker is also expanding its educational offerings to include more interactive and immersive learning experiences. Additionally, GVD Markets is exploring partnerships with fintech companies to integrate cutting-edge technologies into their platform, ensuring they remain at the forefront of the online trading industry.

"We are committed to continuous innovation and improvement," added Papacharalambous. "Our regular investments in research and development help us identify new opportunities and stay ahead of industry trends. This forward-thinking approach ensures that GVD Markets can continue to provide their clients with the best possible trading experience, helping them achieve their financial goals and succeed in the competitive world of online trading."

About GVD Markets

Operating in over 100 countries with more than 200,000 customers, GVD Markets is a leading global financial services group that offers CFD trading, investment banking, asset management, and financial advisory. For more information, visit https://gvdmarkets.com.

The 2nd Vocational Skills Competition of Hubei Provincial is being held from November 28 to 30 at the Wuhan International Expo Center. This event is divided into five major sections: "Competition, Conference, Exhibition, Performance, and Recruitment," providing a comprehensive platform to showcase the achievements of Hubei's skilled talent development and offering skilled professionals the opportunity to demonstrate their expertise and engage in technical exchanges.

This competition is the highest-level, largest-scale, most diverse, and most influential comprehensive vocational skills event in Hubei, featuring 99 competition categories. 40 key projects from manufacturing, life services, and digital technology sectors are selected for the final competition. The event aligns with international and national standards, with Chinese experts overseeing the judging process. Awards will be given in both individual and team categories, and the results will determine Hubei’s participants for the Third National Vocational Skills Competition of the People’s Republic of China.

Additionally, the event will feature the “Skill-Promoting Jingchu” 2024 Hubei Skills Achievements Exhibition, where 36 companies will showcase innovations in fields such as new energy vehicles, smart construction, drones, 3D printing, and industrial robotics.

Beyond being a competition arena for skilled talent, the event also serves as a recruitment platform. With a focus on matching skilled professionals with employers, the job fair will attract over 100 renowned companies from across Hubei and beyond, offering more than 3,000 high-quality job opportunities to ensure efficient, mutual matches between job seekers and employers.

The 2nd Vocational Skills Competition of Hubei Provincial not only provides a stage for skilled individuals to showcase their talents and achieve their dreams but also highlights Hubei’s exceptional skilled workforce and the unique cultural charm of Jingchu.

The opening and closing ceremonies of the competition are organized by Hubei Media Group.

The team behind Welcome to Whale, one of the TON blockchain’s standout NFT collections, is preparing for a fair launch of their highly anticipated token. As part of this roadmap, token distribution has already begun through Wheel of Whales, a play-to-earn miniapp on Telegram.

The Whale Story

When Welcome to Whale launched in November 2023, it was expected to be just another PFP NFT free mint without any increase in value expectations. After 12 months, Welcome to Whale collection floor price is around 4TON, having over 28,000 transactions and keeping the price especially through the utility provided by Wheel of Whales minigame.

The Road to Token Generation

As part of its carefully structured roadmap, the Whale team released Wheel of Whales, a Telegram-based mini-game that has over 5 million users. The miniapp offers multiple fun games, simple tasks with rewards, and play-to-earn mechanics. To date, more than 60 billion tokens have been collected through the game, underscoring its rapid growth and adoption.

A Unique Approach to Tokenomics

The Whale project is taking a community-first approach to its token launch. Unlike many crypto projects, it has opted not to raise money from VCs via private sales. This decision reflects the team’s commitment to reducing post-launch sell pressure and avoiding the inflationary risks when large stakeholders are onboarded.

“We believe that a fair launch is the best way to empower our community,” a company spokesperson explained. “With deflationary mechanisms embedded in the token’s design, we’re confident that we have found the best way to share wealth with the community. Involving VCs (read: crypto “whales”) would compromise these principles by inflating the target market cap at TGE.”

This creates a level playing field for anyone looking to collect and claim highly anticipated tokens. All you have to do is start playing Wheel of Whales for free and keep an eye on their next plans in X.

What’s Next for Whale?

As Q1 2025 approaches, anticipation builds around the next major update to Wheel of Whales. It aims to streamline token earning mechanisms and attract a wider audience.

Whale’s focus on community-driven growth and transparent tokenomics represents a shift in the norms of blockchain gaming and crypto tokens. As the team continues to innovate and prioritize its user base, they are setting a new benchmark for fairness and sustainability in the space.

The seas of blockchain gaming are crowded, they are proving that when you put your community first, you don’t just float—you rise to the top like a true whale.

About Whale Casino

Whale.io is platform that combines the thrill of casino gaming and extensive sportsbook with the advantages of blockchain technology. Built on the TON blockchain, Whale offers a seamless and secure gaming experience with multi-currency support, up to 20% daily cash backs, highest RTP, and free withdrawals. They are behind the most successful NFT collection launch in The Open Network that was minted in the first 12 hours. Whale is known for having most engaged community and for being community-first in all they do. They are currently working on launching Whale Token which will be available as native currency on Whale and is highly anticipated in whole TON Ecosystem. They started distributing tokens through their play-to-earn game in Telegram called Wheel of Whales and have gained over 5 million token holders before the token launch.

For more information, visit https://whale.io.

Whale.io is owned and operated by YGF Entertainment B.V. (Korporaalweg 10, Willemstad, Curaçao) with company registration number 160515. It is licensed and regulated by the Government of Curaçao.

KLING AI, a leading innovator in AI-powered image and video generation, has announced the release of its highly anticipated 1.5 Model, introducing revolutionary new features: Motion Brush and Camera Movements. These upgrades empower creators to generate stunning, cinematic-quality videos from static images, redefining the boundaries of creative expression.

Key upgrades include:

1. KLING 1.5 Model (Image-to-Video) Professional Mode: Now supports Motion Brush and Camera Movements!
2. KLING 1.5 Model (Image-to-Video) Standard Mode: Excellent quality, fast generation, and cost-effective!
3. Face Model Feature: Exclusive to Pro/Premier Plan users, now available at a limited-time 50% discount.
4. User Plan Upgrade: Basic users can now claim a Trial Package every month and try advanced features.
5. KLING API V1.5 Model: Available at no extra cost.

KLING 1.5 Model (Image-to-Video) Gets New Upgrades!

1. Professional Mode with Camera Movements

The KLING 1.5 Model (Image-to-Video) Professional Mode now supports camera movements! users can use six types of camera movements: horizontal, vertical pan, zoom, pan, tilt, and roll. This feature allows users to generate 5-second videos with camera movements. This feature is perfect for creators, marketers, and video editors who want to elevate their visuals with smooth, eye-catching motion

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2. KLING 1.5 Model (Image-to-Video) Professional Mode Now Supports Motion Brush

When generating video from images, the KLING 1.5 Model (Image-to-Video) Professional Mode allows users to upload an image and specify motion trajectories for up to six elements (people or objects, etc.) within the image. Additionally, users can designate static areas for certain elements, to achieve better motion control and performance in the video.

3. KLING 1.5 Model (Image-to-Video) Introduces Standard Mode

The KLING 1.5 Model (Image-to-Video) now introduces Standard Mode. After uploading the image reference, users can generate a 720p, 5-second AI video in 3 minutes, with only 20 credits (a 10-second video costs only 40 credits), which is cost-effective!

User Plan Upgrade—Monthly Trial Package

KLING users have to queue up for generations and cannot try on the latest models and features. To address this, KLING AI is enhancing our policies to give users on basic plans a better experience.

• Basic Users: Users can now receive a monthly trial package, which includes a varying amount of credits and experience chances for advanced features. 
• Advanced Users: Users can continue to receive 66 credits by daily logging in, totaling 1,980 credits per month.

Face Model Feature Launched—50% Off for Custom Face Model

KLING AI announced the launch of an industry-first Face Model Feature, which overcomes the challenge of maintaining consistent facial features. Users can upload multiple high-definition video clips to train their own custom face model.

Whether you’re a filmmaker, advertiser, content creator, or digital artist, the Face Model feature is designed to meet your needs. It’s perfect for projects that require a unique, personalized touch—such as character-driven storytelling, branded advertisements, or consistent social media campaigns.

Take advantage of this exclusive offer and unlock a powerful new way to bring your creative vision to life! For a limited time, the Face Model feature is available at 50% off for Pro and Premier Plan users.

KLING AI API Free Upgrade—More for No Extra Cost!

• KLING V1.5  model allows users to generate 1080p HD videos in professional mode. 
• KLING V1.0 Video Extension allows users to extend the generated video by 4–5 seconds, with multiple extensions possible (up to a maximum of 3 minutes). 

Black Friday Mega Sale—Don’t Miss Out!

This year, KLING AI is offering exclusive discounts and deals in celebration of Black Friday. Visit our website or on X and Instagram for details.

About KLING AI

KLING, developed by the Kuaishou AI Team, is a text-to-video AI tool. It empowers users with remarkable video generation capabilities, allowing them to effortlessly and efficiently create artistic videos. For more information, visit https://klingai.com.