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MassMutual Greater Philadelphia, a longtime leader in holistic financial planning established in 1886, is proud to announce its rebrand to Vista Wealth Solutions. The new name reflects the firm’s evolving identity and forward-looking mission to help clients gain clarity, confidence, and control over their financial futures. The firm also unveiled its new office location in Radnor, Pennsylvania.

The rebrand comes on the heels of recent growth, including a strategic merger with MassMutual Eastern Pennsylvania. This brings two strong, values-aligned organizations together under one banner, and a shared leadership model will help accelerate scale and client service while preserving local relationships and continuity. Together, the combined organization now spans more than 25 offices and serves over 100,000 clients—enabling Vista Wealth Solutions to deliver a broader, more personalized approach to financial guidance.

“This isn’t just a name change. Vista reflects our belief that wealth management should be empowering and personal,” said Anthony Spatichia, Managing Partner of Vista Wealth Solutions. “We want our clients—and our advisors—to experience a clear view of what's possible. This rebrand and new space mark an exciting new chapter for our team and our community.”

Vista’s new office in Radnor creates a modern, welcoming environment for both clients and team members. It symbolizes the firm’s continued investment in its people and culture—and its commitment to serving clients locally and nationwide.

While the brand’s name and look are new, its promise remains the same: to be a trusted, transparent resource supporting every client’s unique financial journey.

For more information, visit vistawealthsolutions.com.

About Vista Wealth Solutions

Vista Wealth Solutions helps clients see more of the life they want. The firm provides transparent guidance, educational insights, and customized strategies aligned to each person’s goals. With a network of more than 25 offices serving over 100,000 clients, Vista supports individuals, families, and business owners across the United States. Learn more at vistawealthsolutions.com.

Securities and investment advisory services offered through qualified registered representatives of MML Investors Services, LLC, Member SIPC. Supervisory Office: 201 King of Prussia Road, Suite 501, Radnor, PA 19087. 610-766-3000. CRN202809-9407803

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Jen Crompton
jen@somethingcreativeconsulting.com

The 2L Foundation is proud to announce its official recognition as a Champion of the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Know2Protect program and its Pledge2Protect campaign. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to protecting children from sexual exploitation online and on social media.

Through its innovative programs — including The Social Code, which equips middle and high school students to navigate social media safely, and its parent education initiative — 2L Foundation provides families with the tools to foster safer digital communities. By aligning with DHS’s expertise, resources, and nationwide reach, this collaboration represents a powerful step forward in the fight to protect children.

“We are honored to stand alongside DHS as Champions of the Know2Protect program,” said Onur Haytac, founder of the 2L Foundation. “Together, we are stronger in our mission to keep kids safe online and empower families with the knowledge they need.”

For more information about 2L Foundation programs, visit 2lfoundation.org.

About 2L Foundation

The 2L Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to protecting children from online exploitation through education, awareness, and prevention. With programs like The Social Code and our parent education initiative, we equip families and communities with tools to navigate the digital world safely. Through impactful events and resources, the 2L Foundation empowers, educates, and safeguards the next generation. For more information, visit 2lfoundation.org.

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Julia Gaul
jgaul@2lfoundation.org

The U.S. produce industry is in the middle of a technological and consumer-driven shift, where safety, sustainability, and convenience are no longer optional: they’re expected. Among the companies navigating this evolution, Taylor Farms has emerged as a leader. From its California base, the company has built a reputation for being the best in fresh foods, scaling up to deliver hundreds of millions of servings each week while investing heavily in innovation and food safety.

Scale and Reach That Define Leadership

Since its founding in 1995 by Bruce Taylor, the company has expanded from a family-rooted business into a national leader. Today, Taylor Farms provides more than 265 million servings of fresh food each week, working with hundreds of family farms across the country. Its presence spans retail grocery chains, foodservice distributors, and prepared foods markets, making it a central player in America’s fresh produce supply chain.

In an industry where scale often comes at the expense of quality, Taylor Farms has distinguished itself by emphasizing freshness, safety, and convenience. Its salad kits, chopped kits, and vegetable blends are staples in households nationwide, while its deli and foodservice operations cater to the growing demand for ready-to-eat and prepared meals.

A Structured Approach to Food Safety

Food safety remains the most critical factor in maintaining consumer trust, and Taylor Farms has invested heavily in processes to ensure reliability across its supply chain. The company employs a multi-stage produce washing system called SmartWash®, which incorporates real-time monitoring to minimize cross-contamination risks.

This focus mirrors recommendations from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which emphasizes that preventive controls and monitoring are essential to reducing foodborne illness risks in produce handling. By embedding these practices into daily operations, Taylor Farms signals that it aims to exceed industry norms rather than simply comply with them.

Innovation as a Growth Driver

Beyond scale and safety, Taylor Farms has embraced technology as a cornerstone of its growth strategy. In 2025, the company announced the acquisition of FarmWise, a robotics firm specializing in precision weeding and thinning technology. This move highlights the company’s vision to integrate automation and artificial intelligence into farming, addressing both efficiency and sustainability challenges.

The adoption of ag-tech positions Taylor Farms ahead of competitors still reliant on traditional methods. Robotics and precision agriculture not only improve yields but also reduce labor costs and minimize chemical usage, aligning with environmental and consumer health priorities.

Serving Multiple Market Segments

Taylor Farms’ reach is notable in part because of its diversified channels. Its retail operations serve households with branded salad kits and grab-and-go products. Meanwhile, its foodservice division provides fresh ingredients and prepared solutions for restaurants, institutions, and corporate dining.

This multi-channel presence creates resilience. Even as consumer shopping patterns shift, Taylor Farms maintains a stable market share by meeting needs across different segments of the fresh food economy.

Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility

As environmental concerns continue to shape consumer expectations, Taylor Farms has made sustainability a core part of its brand identity. Efforts include:

• Innovating in packaging to extend shelf life and reduce food waste.
  
• Working with family farms that prioritize responsible agriculture.
  
• Partnering with organizations to support community health and nutrition initiatives.

The company has also committed to reducing its environmental footprint through resource conservation and continuous improvement in processing facilities. These initiatives strengthen its standing with retailers and foodservice partners who increasingly prioritize sustainability in their supply chains.

Industry Recognition and Reputation

Taylor Farms’ growth and practices have earned it recognition across the fresh food sector. With nearly three decades of operations, it has built a brand that consumers and business partners associate with consistency and trust. Its expansion into prepared foods and continued product innovation further solidify its leadership role.

At the same time, Taylor Farms’ ability to maintain strong consumer reviews in an industry often challenged by recalls and supply chain risks speaks to its operational discipline. The company’s scale could make it vulnerable to quality lapses, yet its continued investment in safety and monitoring helps maintain its reputation as a reliable market leader.

Outlook for the Fresh Food Industry

The U.S. fresh produce industry is expected to continue expanding, driven by health-conscious consumers, regulatory oversight, and the rise of convenience-driven meal solutions. Taylor Farms’ combination of scale, safety, innovation, and sustainability positions it to capture significant growth in this evolving market.

By embracing technology and sustainability while maintaining its core focus on freshness and safety, the company sets the benchmark for competitors and reflects the broader direction of the industry.

Taylor Farms is not just a supplier of fresh salads and vegetables, it is a leader shaping the future of how produce is grown, processed, and delivered. With its large-scale operations, rigorous food safety practices, commitment to innovation, and sustainability initiatives, the company has earned its reputation as the best in the business.

For retailers, foodservice providers, and consumers alike, Taylor Farms represents the standard for what a modern fresh food company can achieve.

Content Formula, the leading Microsoft 365 and digital workplace consultancy behind Lightspeed365, its SharePoint intranet product, today announces the launch of the Intranet Health Check, a free online intranet assessment tool. The Intranet Health Check provides IT directors, internal communicators and intranet teams a unique opportunity to get a quick, practical and insightful overview of the health of their intranet in order to underpin continual improvement, drive value and increase adoption.

Why intranets must continuously improve

Intranets are a strategic investment that support key business areas including internal communications, employee engagement and knowledge management. But in reality, many intranets do not reach their full potential or deliver the expected value and have significant room for improvement.

Employee needs, organisational requirements and working practices are in a constant state of flux. Successful intranets continuously evolve and improve to mirror these changes and help employees meet new and emerging challenges.   

“Standing still with your SharePoint intranet is not an option” said Dan Hawtrey, founder and CEO of Content Formula. “Doing nothing means that as organisational and employee needs change, your intranet will effectively fall behind, start to experience reduced adoption, and ultimately depreciate in value.”

A free Intranet Health Check to support intranet improvement

To successfully improve your intranet, it is essential to understand its health – the current level of maturity, where there are issues, and where there are opportunities to improve.

However, many organisations find it hard to objectively assess the quality and maturity of their own intranet. This is partly because stakeholders do not have easy access to other intranets to compare their own to and there can be a groundswell of opinion and assumptions. Tight resourcing also means there is rarely the bandwidth to undertake an evaluation.

Recognising these issues, Content Formula has created the Intranet Health Check to provide a free, quick, practical and informed way for organisations to assess the relative strengths and weaknesses of their intranet.  

Hawtrey commented “The Intranet Health Check is an excellent starting point for teams wanting to start their intranet improvement journey and elevate the employee experience. We’ve distilled over twenty-five years of intranet knowledge and experience into the tool in order to ask a set of curated questions. By spending just fifteen minutes, organisations get a free intranet health assessment to help them work out what they need to do to improve.”  

How the Intranet Health Check works

Lightspeed365’s Intranet Health Check is a completely confidential, self-diagnostic tool that provides insights into the performance and maturity of your intranet over five key intranet areas:

• Communication: Supporting internal communications and the effective flow of information.
• Employee engagement: Helping employees feel connected to their organisation and nurturing a positive organisational culture.
• Self-service: Allowing employees to complete common tasks and get things done without having to ask busy support function helpdesks.
• Mobile access: Enabling mobile access to the intranet, supporting better frontline workforce engagement and efficiency.
• Knowledge management: Supporting knowledge sharing, learning, customer service and employee enablement.

You answer 40 simple questions relating to intranet features, adoption and management. Once completed, you get an instant report showing how much your intranet scores out of 100 for each of the five key areas, plus related insights.

“Lightspeed365’s Intranet Health Check is a free, pragmatic and easy-to-use tool that provides valuable insights with minimal effort,” said Hawtrey. “It supports our overall mission to turn every SharePoint intranet into a high performing employee engagement platform with the minimum investment.”

About Lightspeed365

Developed by Content Formula, Lightspeed 365 is a leading SharePoint intranet-in-a-box solution that transforms a standard SharePoint intranet into a high-performing, engaging platform that employees actually use and love. To learn more, visit lightspeedintranet.com.

About Content Formula

Content Formula is a leading Microsoft 365 consultancy specialising in digital workplace and compliance solutions. Since 2005, Content Formula has helped organisations transform policy management, intranets, and business processes with innovative technology and deep Microsoft expertise. For more information, visit contentformula.com.

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Dan Hawtrey
hello@contentformula.com
+44 20 4534 3460

Pest management is often viewed as a basic household service, but the industry has evolved into a complex sector driven by technology, sustainability, and consumer expectations. In that landscape, Hawx Smart Pest Control has emerged as a company reshaping what customers expect from a service provider. With operations across multiple U.S. states, Hawx represents a shift from traditional extermination to a model built on long-term prevention, transparency, and measurable results.

An Industry Moving Beyond “Spray and Go”

For decades, pest control has been associated with short, one-off treatments. But consumer behavior and regulatory standards have pushed the sector toward more integrated solutions. Hawx has leaned into this trend with a structured six-step process that includes inspection, de-webbing, foundation treatment, crack and crevice sealing, barrier protection, and yard service.

By systematizing its approach, Hawx aligns with Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles, which the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency notes as the most effective long-term solution for controlling infestations while minimizing risk. This shift reflects a broader industry move toward prevention, monitoring, and environmentally conscious application rather than relying solely on chemical treatments.

The Data and Transparency Advantage

Where many firms still rely on paper records or minimal client communication, Hawx has made transparency a central selling point. Each service ends with a digital smart service report, documenting actions taken, products applied, and follow-up recommendations.

This approach appeals to a consumer base that increasingly expects data and accountability from service providers. It also strengthens the brand’s competitive position: customers can track performance over time and feel assured that treatments are both consistent and verifiable.

Commercial Market Growth

Residential pest control remains Hawx’s largest segment, but commercial demand is a fast-growing opportunity. Businesses in food service, healthcare, and logistics operate under strict compliance requirements, where pest issues can threaten licenses or reputation.

Hawx adapts its model for these environments with extended perimeter coverage and recurring inspections, helping businesses not only address active problems but also demonstrate preventive compliance. This dual focus positions the company well as commercial clients seek partners who can document adherence to industry standards.

Building Trust at Scale

Brand reputation is central to growth in this competitive sector. Hawx cites tens of thousands of five-star reviews across its service regions, many of which highlight technician professionalism and communication. While customer testimonials are common in the industry, the volume of reviews suggests the company has scaled without losing consistency.

For a business operating in markets as diverse as California, Texas, and North Carolina, maintaining this level of service quality across geographies underscores strong operational controls and staff training.

Environmental Commitments as Differentiators

Sustainability is an area where pest control companies have faced scrutiny. Hawx has sought to differentiate itself by embedding environmental responsibility into its operations. Its partnership with One Tree Planted has resulted in more than 25,000 trees funded, and about a third of its fleet now uses hybrid vehicles.

These initiatives serve a dual purpose: appealing to eco-conscious consumers while aligning with broader corporate responsibility expectations that influence procurement decisions, particularly in the commercial sector.

National Expansion With Local Expertise

Hawx operates in multiple states, from Arizona and California to Ohio and Wisconsin. Each branch employs technicians who understand the specific pest pressures of their regions, whether dealing with scorpions in the desert Southwest or ticks in the Midwest.

This localized knowledge combined with national resources provides resilience in a fragmented industry. Smaller providers may know the local environment well, while larger national players can deploy resources at scale. Hawx positions itself at the intersection of both.

The Broader Outlook for Pest Control

The U.S. pest control industry is projected to surpass $30 billion within the next decade, driven by urbanization, climate change, and growing consumer demand for healthier living environments. Companies like Hawx, which integrate structured processes, digital transparency, and environmental commitments, are positioned to capture outsized market share as consumer expectations rise.

The emphasis on prevention and monitoring also dovetails with health guidance from public authorities, who continue to highlight the risks associated with untreated infestations and the importance of safe, long-term solutions.

Hawx Pest Control represents more than just another service provider - it reflects the changing standards of the pest management industry itself. With its structured processes, transparent reporting, customer-backed reputation, and commitment to sustainability, Hawx demonstrates what the next generation of pest control looks like.

For homeowners and businesses alike, the brand’s growth signals a shift in how pest control is perceived: not as a reactive measure, but as an ongoing partnership built on trust, accountability, and results.

Hensley & Krueger, PLLC, a Houston-based probate and will-contest litigation firm, has been selected for the 2025 Longhorn 100, a prestigious list of the fastest-growing businesses founded and led by graduates of The University of Texas at Austin.

With over 580,000 UT alumni worldwide, the honor is especially significant because only 100 earned a spot on the list. 

“The list reflects the scale and entrepreneurial strength of the Longhorn community. It’s more than just a ranking for us. It reflects our team’s growth, resilience, and dedication to helping families through some of life’s most difficult disputes. And we’re proud to stand among such outstanding Longhorn businesses,” said Cory Krueger, managing partner of Hensley & Krueger, PLLC.

Hensley & Krueger, PLLC has leveraged this recognition as a springboard to expand its probate litigation and will contest practice, with some cases taken on a contingency basis. This model allows some families to challenge questionable wills, trust disputes, and fiduciary misconduct without upfront legal fees, ensuring access to justice regardless of financial position.

Q&A

Q: What does this award mean for clients?

A: It underscores the firm’s credibility and momentum, important qualities when selecting a lawyer for high-stakes estate disputes.

Q: How selective is the Longhorn 100?

A: Out of more than 580,000 UT alumni worldwide, only 100 businesses are honored each year, making it one of the most competitive alumni recognitions in the nation.

Q: What types of cases does Hensley & Krueger, PLLC take on contingency?

A: Will contests, fiduciary litigation, probate disputes, and cases involving contested estates, trusts or high-value assets, including real estate and oil and gas.

Q: How does a contingency arrangement work?

A: Clients pay no legal fees unless Hensley & Krueger, PLLC secures a successful outcome, eliminating financial barriers to justice.

About Hensley & Krueger

Hensley & Krueger, PLLC is a Houston-based firm dedicated to probate litigation, will contests, fiduciary disputes, estate administration, and related real estate matters. Known for its courtroom strength and client-first approach, the firm is committed to protecting families and ensuring fair outcomes. To learn more, visit probatetexaslawyers.com.

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Amanda Orr
amanda@orrstrategygroup.com

1inch, the leading DeFI ecosystem, has rebranded, unveiling its new visual and messaging identity at Token2049 in Singapore, as well as a new address: 1inch.com. The change reflects the project's growth as it cements its role as a core DeFi infrastructure provider, focused on integrating the sector and connecting it with traditional financial institutions and systems.

This rebrand is the latest step in 1inch’s mission to simplify DeFi and make it ready for mass-adoption. From DEX aggregation, to intent-based swaps, to seamless cross-chain — every move 1inch has made has improved user experience. Now, with radically simplified design, clearer interfaces and streamlined products, the project offers a yet more intuitive entry to the DeFi space for ordinary users and institutional partners alike.

1inch’s expansion of its SaaS based model means its innovative non-custodial technology is now widely integrated across the industry, with major players like Binance, Coinbase, Ledger, MetaMask, Trust Wallet, and others relying on 1inch tech to power their swaps.

That’s reflected in the message the new brand is launched with: We move forward as 1”.

1inch’s design, messaging and product strategy now reflect the platform’s true scale and responsibility: serving both end users and B2B partners with the same focus on performance, trust and innovation.

Sergej Kunz, co-founder of 1inch, said: “Soon, DeFi will be indistinguishable from traditional finance, but this doesn't mean centralization, it means traditional financial systems and users coming on-chain. 1inch’s rebrand signals maturity, but not a change in the mission. We remain focused on building self-custodial solutions and on uniting the chains, protocols, projects, and people that make up this space — to unlock its full potential.”

Anton Bukov, co-founder of 1inch, commented: “1inch and DeFi more generally has proven its power to create a more transparent, efficient, and globally accessible financial system. Now it’s time to responsibly extend this foundation to a wider audience, bringing more assets and users on chain to benefit.”

1inch’s new visual identity is designed to reflect simplicity, sophistication and maturity: the simplicity of a product that "just works," without getting in your way as you use it; the sophistication of the advanced technology that makes this possible under the hood; and the maturity of one of the founding projects in DeFi, now leading the sector on integration, risk management and partnership with ever-larger institutions. With 1inch’s protocols providing the infrastructure for much of DeFi, the brand speaks with authority without needing to shout.

The iconic name remains, of course. It was inspired by Bruce Lee’s legendary one-inch punch — a movement built on precision, coordination and economy. That philosophy shaped 1inch’s initial stages: connecting multiple liquidity sources with unprecedented efficiency, to offer users the best possible crypto swap rates.

The DeFi of today (and tomorrow) demands more. So, to address the crypto space’s new challenges, 1inch stepped into a bigger role: a unifier of a rapidly expanding and often fragmented environment.

Understanding 1inch’s future focus

When DeFi works as one, everyone wins. And 1inch is here to make that happen. 1inch is shaping the conditions for DeFi’s next chapter:

1. Uniting a fragmented space

DeFi’s growth has brought incredible diversity — but also complexity. Different chains, protocols and tools don’t always work together. By offering cross-chain solutions, 1inch is building the connective tissue that makes them function as one.

2. Balancing freedom with connection

Self-custody is the bedrock of DeFi. But freedom is amplified when paired with connection — when your assets, tools and opportunities are all part of a smooth, interoperable environment. 1inch’s new branding reflects that balance.

3. Raising the bar on security and trust

As part of its transformation, 1inch is undergoing ISO 27001 and SOC 2 certifications — globally recognized standards for information security and data protection. This step highlights the company’s commitment to the highest levels of security and risk management, ensuring that 1inch meets the strict requirements of institutional players. By aligning with these standards, 1inch strengthens its position as a trusted partner for large businesses and enterprises, paving the way for deeper collaborations and wider adoption of its ecosystem.

4. Elevating the experience

A seamless user experience doesn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of deep integration, security-first design and performance optimization. That means:

• best rates and execution for both B2B and B2C users.
• security through comprehensive hack and scam protection and industry-leading risk management.
• infrastructure that keeps the DeFi world connected and moving.

The rebranding of 1inch marks not just a visual transformation, but a new chapter in the company’s journey. With a mature identity, strengthened security standards, and a vision for broader partnerships, 1inch is ready to scale new heights. This evolution reflects both where we’ve come from and where we’re heading — shaping the future of DeFi together.

About 1inch

1inch accelerates decentralized finance with a seamless crypto trading experience for 24 million users. Beyond being the top platform for low-cost, efficient token swaps with $500 million in daily trades, 1inch offers a range of innovative tools, including a secure self-custodial wallet, a portfolio tracker for managing digital assets, a developer portal to build on its cutting-edge technology, and even a debit card for easy crypto spending. By continuously innovating, 1inch is simplifying DeFi for everyone. For more information, visit 1inch.io and explore the 1inch blog.

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Dominic Cox
d.cox@1inch.io

Alice Stork
alice@incryptoland.com

Gevorg Grigoryan, an architect and business owner in Glendale, will run for a seat on the Glendale City Council in the municipal election scheduled for June 2, 2026.

Grigoryan is the co-founder and chief executive of NinthGen Consulting, a company focused on construction and architecture. His professional work includes residential and commercial projects across Southern California.

In the announcement, NinthGen Consulting Group mentioned, that Gevorg's campaign will focus on development policy, housing, public safety, and city revenues. “Glendale deserves a City Council that manages growth responsibly and provides opportunities for every family in our city,” Grigoryan said.

According to the campaign, Grigoryan’s priorities include:

• Promoting sustainable and innovative development and responsible housing solutions
• Strengthening public safety
• Increasing city revenues without raising local tax rates

The Glendale City Council election will take place on June 2, 2026.

About NinthGen Consulting Group

NinthGen Consulting Group provides a comprehensive range of architectural planning and construction services for various project and market types ranging from residential, commercial, and recreation facilities to multi-family developments. For more information, visit ninthgen.org.

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Emma Sargsyan
gevorg@electgrigoryan.com

Chalice AI today announced that it has been recognized by Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company, as a “One to Watch” in the Paid Channels for Activation and Delivery category in The Modern Marketing Data Stack 2026: How Marketers Become Agents of Change in an AI-Driven World. Chalice AI was identified in Snowflake’s report for its innovative approach to helping brands activate and deliver high-performing paid media campaigns with greater precision, speed, and scalability.

The fourth annual edition of Snowflake’s Modern Marketing Data Stack identifies the technologies, solutions, and platforms adopted by Snowflake customers to show how leading organizations are leveraging AI, privacy-conscious strategies, and data-driven execution to transform MarTech and AdTech across 13 categories. Snowflake assessed the use of marketing technologies by more than 11,100 customers to determine the standout solutions driving performance in an increasingly AI-driven market.

“It’s an honor to be recognized as a company to watch in Snowflake’s 2026 Modern Marketing Data Stack report in the Paid Channels – Activation and Delivery category,” said Adam Heimlich, CEO of Chalice. “Our partnership with Snowflake enables us to provide marketers with the speed, scale, and insights they need to turn their data into measurable impact.”

Through its deep integration with the Snowflake AI Data Cloud, Chalice enables marketing teams to connect and activate disparate datasets for platform independent AI applications. This approach allows advertisers to unify first-party, third-party, and campaign performance data into a single environment for analysis and activation — all without handing that data over to big-tech platforms. By keeping control of their data, brands can make faster, more informed decisions while safeguarding valuable customer insights.

“Chalice’s growth with Snowflake has led to its recognition as a key technology to watch in the Paid Channels for Activation and Delivery space, delivering solutions that address the ever-evolving needs of marketers,” said Denise Persson, Chief Marketing Officer at Snowflake. “We look forward to continuing to work with Chalice AI as they expand their capabilities on the Snowflake AI Data Cloud.”

Chalice’s integration with the Snowflake AI Data Cloud enables marketers to execute omnichannel paid campaigns directly from a single source of truth. This collaboration empowers brands to increase targeting precision, reduce wasted spend, and accelerate time-to-value in their paid media investments.

Learn more about The 2026 Modern Marketing Data Stack here.

About Chalice AI

Chalice is the leading advertising technology for Platform Independent AI. Chalice’s software is a modular version of scaled optimization AI, purpose-built for owners of proprietary data. Advertisers choose Chalice to deploy custom audiences, bidding agents, and inventory scores that drive Enterprise business outcomes like sales lift, market share, household penetration, and share of search. Chalice operates with full transparency and never pools data across customers. For more information, visit www.chalice.ai.

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Marlie Baker
marlie@chalice.ai

D.W. Davis Consulting proudly announces the release of its founder’s memoir, "Present and Powerful: A Journey to Self-Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, and Bold Leadership," available nationwide this fall. The book offers a stirring and redemptive account of Donna Davis’s transformation from poverty, abuse, and invisibility to becoming a bold and compassionate voice in leadership, wellness, and faith.

Through lyrical storytelling and unflinching honesty, Davis retraces her path from poverty, abuse, and silence to becoming a national voice in emotional wellness, leadership, and faith. Once a recipient of free school meals, she later rose to serve as South Carolina’s State Director of Child Nutrition Programs, overseeing services for over 700,000 students. 

“When you stop chasing who you think you should be, you finally make room to rise into who you already are: present, powerful, and unstoppable,” says Davis.

"Present and Powerful" is not a manual. It is a memoir. A lived experience. A blueprint for becoming. Davis reveals the deeply personal moments that tried to quiet her and the unshakable purpose that refused to let her stay silent. The memoir’s strength lies in its honesty: from navigating trauma and burnout to learning how to lead without losing oneself, Davis speaks directly to anyone who has ever questioned their worth or place in the world.

“'Present and Powerful' is an inspiring memoir that takes readers on Donna’s journey from humble beginnings to the corporate world, showing how resilience, determination, and authenticity can lead to meaningful success,” says Patricia, an early reviewer of the book.

This memoir is for anyone navigating hard pivots, wrestling with burnout, or yearning to reconnect with their purpose. Each chapter acts as both a mirror and a guide, illustrating how resilience, faith, and self-leadership can transform survival into significance. By the final page, readers won’t just know Donna’s story, they’ll be inspired to reclaim their own power, presence, and purpose.

Davis continues her mission through D.W. Davis Consulting, a leadership and emotional wellness firm serving government, education, nonprofit, and corporate clients. Through keynote speaking, executive coaching, and proprietary frameworks like PRESENCE™ and PEACE™, she empowers professionals to lead with clarity, resilience, and authenticity.

"Present and Powerful" is available for purchase on Amazon.

High-resolution images of the book cover and author headshot are available upon request. Interviews and additional information can also be provided.

About D.W. Davis Consulting

D.W. Davis Consulting, LLC, founded by Certified Public Manager and AI Consultant Donna Davis, is a leadership development and wellness consultancy based in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm helps organizations, school systems, and entrepreneurs build resilient, emotionally intelligent, and purpose-driven cultures through keynote speaking, executive coaching, and innovative training programs. Combining Donna’s 30-year career in public service leadership with her proprietary PRESENCE™ and PEACE™ frameworks, D.W. Davis Consulting equips leaders to prevent burnout, strengthen team performance, and lead with clarity and compassion. Learn more at donnadavispresents.com.

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Donna Davis
CEO, D.W. Davis Consulting
dwdavisconsults@gmail.com

The Republic of Türkiye’s Ministry of Environment, Urbanization, and Climate Change, as the principal organizer of the initiative, together with the Zero Waste Foundation, launched the "BlueAware" global awareness campaign during Climate Week NYC 2025. Hosted under the honorary leadership of H.E. Mrs. Emine Erdoğan, First Lady of Türkiye and Honorary President of the Zero Waste Foundation, the campaign calls on the international community to protect the world’s seas and oceans from escalating pollution and environmental degradation. The Zero Waste Foundation was established in 2023 under the auspices of H.E. Mrs. Emine Erdoğan. The purpose of the foundation is to disseminate the Zero Waste Project and ensure its sustainability.

The BlueAware campaign launch event was unveiled at the “Drop by Drop” exhibition at historic Guastavino’s in New York City. The event reflects Türkiye’s ongoing environmental diplomacy, combining art, climate science, and policy to highlight the urgency of safeguarding marine ecosystems.

Speaking at the launch, H.E. Murat Kurum, Minister of Environment, Urbanization, and Climate Change, underlined the urgency of protecting marine life and combating plastic pollution: “Our blue is fading, growing more polluted each day. Protecting our seas and oceans means protecting life itself. Every drop of water is a promise for our breath and our future.”

He added, “Through BlueAware, we aim to secure one million digital pledges and foster partnerships across more than 30 countries. This is a call for global unity, because pollution knows no borders. From the shores of Lake Van and Lake Salda to the depths of the Izmit Gulf, Türkiye’s Zero Waste Blue projects have proven that restoration is possible when determination meets collaboration."

He mentioned that the Zero Waste initiative, spearheaded by First Lady Emine Erdoğan, has been formally recognized by the United Nations and gained significant global momentum. The BlueAware campaign expands this vision with a marine-focused call to action: “Are You Blue Aware?” The program underscores that protecting the blue oceans, seas, and freshwater ecosystems is inseparable from ensuring a sustainable future for humanity.

H.E. Murat Kurum, Minister of Environment, Urbanization, and Climate Change emphasized in his opening remarks that the campaign represents not only Türkiye’s national responsibility but also a universal mission: “Every effort to protect the blue is a gift to future generations. This is not only about Türkiye’s waters but about humanity’s shared destiny.”

Following the Minister’s remarks, Samed Ağırbaş, President of the Zero Waste Foundation, highlighted Türkiye’s ongoing initiatives: “Our actions today shape the health of our oceans tomorrow. By embracing zero waste in our daily lives, each of us can make a difference.”He also emphasized Türkiye’s continued support for the Zero Waste Commitment, encouraging individuals and institutions worldwide to contribute to the pledge and integrate zero waste principles into their daily lives.

In addition, Samed Ağırbaş announced the upcoming Zero Waste Forum, which will take place in İstanbul during October 17 to 19, bringing together stakeholders to share experiences and advance the zero waste movement.

 Are You Blue Aware? Protect What Connects Us

The BlueAware campaign introduces a new global platform, blueaware.org, inviting individuals, institutions, and governments to sign the “Pledge to the Blue” declaration. Backed by UNEP and UN-Habitat, the campaign seeks to amplify awareness through youth engagement, digital outreach, and artistic interventions. Key campaign outcomes and targets include:

• Over 30 partner countries and institutional endorsements,
• Community-driven initiatives empowering youth and civil society,
• Enhanced visibility ahead of the 2026 UN Ocean Conference.

H.E. Murat Kurum, Minister of Environment, Urbanization, and Climate Change, highlighted the campaign’s sobering facts: “Over 150 million tons of plastic already in oceans, 70% of sharks and rays lost in 50 years, and over one million seabirds and marine animals dying every year.”

The Zero Waste Blue Exhibition

The Zero Waste Blue Exhibition transformed Guastavino’s into a multi-dimensional space for environmental storytelling.

• Conservation achievements in Lake Van, Lake Salda, Lake Meke, and Lake Beyşehir, as well as the Izmit Gulf Clean-Up, were presented.
• The Turkish Environmental Agency (TÜÇA) showcased innovative mooring buoy projects and coastal protection initiatives.
• The Zero Waste Foundation introduced the “Drop by Drop” installation, inviting visitors to experience the fragility of marine ecosystems.

The exhibition also featured the announcement of the upcoming International Zero Waste Forum (17–19 October 2025, Istanbul), further extending Türkiye’s leadership in global sustainability dialogue.

The New York launch is poised to strengthen Türkiye’s global standing in environmental policy, elevate the Zero Waste Blue brand on the international stage, and act as a catalyst for new partnerships during Climate Week NYC 2025. With the participation of global thought leaders, academics, and representatives from civil society, the panel sessions transformed the exhibition into a genuine forum for dialogue on marine protection.

“Blue is life. Waste is not. Today, we renew our collective responsibility. Are you Blue Aware?” concluded Minister Murat Kurum. He emphasized the broader significance of the event: “Here in New York, we demonstrate that environmental diplomacy can be as powerful as treaties. BlueAware is a bridge from Türkiye to the world, uniting governments, organizations, artists, and young people in one mission: to protect the blue.”

Event Details

• Event: “Are You Blue Aware?” – Global Marine Awareness Campaign Launch
• Date & Venue: September 24, 2025, Guastavino’s, New York City
• Organizers: Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change & Zero Waste Foundation
• Honorary Attendance: H.E. Mrs. Emine Erdoğan, First Lady of Türkiye and Honorary President of the Zero Waste Foundation
• Website: blueaware.org
• Campaign Hashtags: #BlueAware #ZeroWasteBlue #ProtectTheBlue

One Planet. One Ocean. One Chance. For more information, visit blueaware.org and sifiratikvakfi.org/en.

About Zero Waste Foundation

The Zero Waste Foundation was established in 2023 under the auspices of Emine Erdoğan, the wife of the President of Turkey, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The foundation operates with the aim of promoting the Zero Waste Project and ensuring its sustainability. It strives to foster an environmentally conscious society by encouraging individuals and institutions to embrace the zero-waste philosophy.

The foundation’s primary objectives include raising awareness about zero waste, encouraging the exchange of knowledge and experience, and developing and disseminating best practices in this field. To achieve these goals, the foundation conducts extensive activities in areas such as education, research, project development, and implementation.

To ensure the adoption of zero-waste practices in all areas, the foundation collaborates with public institutions, the private sector, and non-governmental organizations. Additionally, it aims to create a global impact by promoting zero-waste initiatives at the international level.

For more information, visit sifiratikvakfi.org/en.

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Businesses and consumers in 2025 demand greater convenience, safety, and personalization when it comes to travel, mobility, and leisure. To help illustrate how companies are responding, StartupMafia has selected ten enterprises that represent practical solutions shaping today’s travel and lifestyle industries.

Lurento

Lurento, founded in 2015, operates as Europe’s first luxury car rental marketplace. It connects clients with an extensive range of high-end sports cars and premium vehicles across multiple countries. By aggregating rare and exclusive cars in one platform, Lurento makes luxury more accessible to discerning travelers.

What sets Lurento apart is its curated inventory of vehicles often unavailable through standard rental services. The company’s focus on quality assurance, transparency, and cross-border availability has earned it a trusted reputation among clients seeking exceptional driving experiences.

Jaguar Divers

Jaguar Divers, based in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, provides guided scuba diving and training in the Riviera Maya. The company’s instructors emphasize safety while offering tailored experiences for both beginners and seasoned divers. In addition to underwater activities, Jaguar Divers assists travelers with broader holiday planning.

Its strength lies in a clear mission: to combine technical expertise with hospitality. By prioritizing safety protocols and supporting travelers with comprehensive services, Jaguar Divers ensures memorable and responsible exploration of one of the world’s most popular diving regions.

MasterHost

MasterHost Dubai has managed Airbnb properties across Dubai and the UAE since 2015. The company offers hosts a complete package of services, from photography and listing optimization to cleaning, maintenance, and pricing strategy.

The differentiator is scale and local reach. MasterHost covers nine official areas of Dubai and 226 neighborhoods, helping homeowners maximize occupancy and revenue. By integrating technology and round-the-clock support, it positions itself as a reliable partner in the region’s short-term rental market.

Wego

Wego is a global travel app specializing in flight bookings. Trusted by millions worldwide, it consistently ranks as one of the top platforms for searching and comparing airfares across airlines and online travel agencies.

The platform’s standout feature is its customer support. A dedicated team of over 130 agents provides 24/7 assistance via multiple channels, ensuring travelers receive guidance before, during, and after their trips. With high ratings across app stores and Trustpilot, Wego continues to set benchmarks in reliability.

Voyagers Travel Company

Voyagers Travel Company specializes in Galápagos tours, combining decades of on-the-ground experience with conservation awareness. Its advisors, led by Andre Robles and Marco Sancho, bring more than 100 years of combined expertise in the region.

The company’s unique value comes from its authentic, expert-led trips designed to balance exploration and environmental stewardship. With thousands of satisfied clients, Voyagers has built a reputation as a gateway to the Galápagos that emphasizes both discovery and responsibility.

Bookatrekking.com

Bookatrekking.com connects travelers with local trekking operators worldwide. By offering transparent access to regional providers and securing the lowest prices, it simplifies the planning process for hiking and adventure tourism.

The platform’s main advantage is convenience: users can book safely and easily while benefiting from local expertise. Expert advice, combined with competitive pricing and a broad network of operators, makes Bookatrekking.com a recognized resource for outdoor travelers.

Holiday Swap

Holiday Swap enables users to exchange or book homes worldwide at a fraction of traditional hotel costs. The platform emphasizes affordability by letting members earn and spend “Holiday Swap Points” to travel for less.

Its vision is to redefine how people experience travel by making it accessible to more people. With its growing global inventory and community-driven model, Holiday Swap presents an alternative to conventional accommodation while promoting affordability and sharing.

Gold’s Yacht

Gold’s Yacht offers yacht rentals in Dubai, with a fleet ranging from small boats to vessels that accommodate up to 500 passengers. Services include customized cruises, water sports, and fishing trips.

What makes Gold’s Yacht stand out is the breadth of experiences it supports—from private events to adventure tours—combined with professional crews and customer-centric service. The company has become a recognizable name in Dubai’s luxury maritime sector.

Letiště Express

Letiště Express provides fixed-rate transfer services between Prague Airport and destinations across the Czech Republic and the EU. Since its founding in 2013, the company has focused on reliability, safety, and transparency.

Its fixed pricing model, coupled with professional drivers and GPS-equipped vehicles, sets it apart in a competitive market. By simplifying airport transportation and emphasizing punctuality, Letiště Express has become a trusted provider for both tourists and locals.

Aeropartner

Aeropartner delivers private aviation services tailored to clients in Dubai. Drawing on the founder’s prior experience in establishing jet ventures in Austria, the company focuses on customized travel solutions.

Its differentiation lies in its flexible, client-first approach. By leveraging expertise in aviation management and operating from Dubai’s strategic location, Aeropartner offers access to a global network with services designed for efficiency and discretion.

These ten companies illustrate how businesses in 2025 respond to customer expectations for safety, convenience, and value. From luxury rentals and adventure tourism to property management and aviation, they reflect broader priorities in global travel and lifestyle: accessibility, reliability, and innovation.

About StartupMafia

StartupMafia is a Tallinn-based platform that monitors and showcases business innovation across industries. By identifying emerging companies and trends, it helps business leaders stay informed about solutions shaping the future economy. For more information, visit startupmafia.eu.

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Billions of dollars in Bitcoin are locked away due to forgotten passwords, misplaced recovery phrases and discarded hardware. Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis estimated in 2020 that about 20% of all mined Bitcoin may be inaccessible. More recent research from Unchained Capital suggests as many as 3.8 million coins — roughly 19% of today’s circulating supply — could be out of reach.

The scale of these losses has given rise to a small but expanding industry of crypto wallet recovery specialists, who use forensic tools and custom software to help rightful owners regain access to their digital assets.

Why so much cryptocurrency is lost and inaccessible

Cryptocurrency offers unmatched control and independence. Holders don’t need banks, brokers, or middlemen. But with that freedom comes total responsibility — and when mistakes occur, the consequences are permanent.

The most common reasons coins are lost include:

• Lost or forgotten passwords. At the time, the holdings were often worth little, so the stakes felt low.
• Misplaced or lost seed phrases. Without this phrase, recovery can be extremely difficult.
• Damaged or discarded hardware. Wallets stored on laptops, USB drives, or external hard drives can be lost during moves, reformatted accidentally, or even thrown away.

Each of these scenarios highlights a key difference between crypto and traditional finance: with banks, losing access is inconvenient; with crypto, it can be catastrophic.

The rise of crypto wallet recovery companies

Faced with this challenge, a niche industry has formed around crypto recovery. These firms operate at the intersection of digital forensics, cryptography, and customer support.

The process usually follows a careful sequence:

1. Consultation. Recovery teams collect details such as wallet type, backups, remembered passwords and device condition. If recovery seems feasible, a contract is signed before sensitive data is shared.
2. Data assessment. Technicians check files or hardware to confirm whether recovery is possible.
3. Password recovery. Custom software tests millions of password combinations, with even fragments of information improving the odds.
4. Hardware repair. Forensic tools may restore corrupted files or extract data from failing devices.
5. Secure results.

“Even a vague memory of a password can sometimes be enough to rebuild access,” said Robbert Bink, founder of crypto wallet recovery service Crypto Recovers. “People are often surprised at how much can be reconstructed from partial clues.”

What can be recovered — and what cannot

Not every case has a happy ending. Experts emphasize that some forms of loss are truly irreversible.

Often recoverable:

• Seed phrases and wallet files with lost or forgotten passwords.
• Older or discontinued wallets (e.g., Jaxx Liberty, MultiBit Classic, early Blockchain.com versions) if key data is still intact.
• Partial or jumbled recovery phrases, within certain limits.
• Wallets stored on damaged but still accessible hardware.

Rarely recoverable:

• Wallets with no backup file, no seed phrase, and no device.
• Coins mistakenly sent to the wrong address.
• Entirely forgotten seed phrases with no record.
• Physical drives that were destroyed or discarded long ago.

The shadow side: scams and exploitation

Where desperation exists, so do scams. The crypto recovery industry is not immune to bad actors. Some fraudulent services promise “guaranteed recovery,” demand large upfront fees, and then disappear. Others lure clients into revealing sensitive data and steal whatever remains.

Experts warn of common red flags:

• Upfront payment requests
• Lack of verifiable company information.
• “Guaranteed recovery” claims.
• No contracts

Legitimate recovery firms stress that they operate with transparency and avoid unrealistic promises.

The human side of lost cryptocurrency

Behind the technical processes are real stories:

• A father who mined Bitcoin in 2011 and abandoned his wallet, only to rediscover it a decade later.
• A widow who inherited her late husband’s computer but not the password protecting his digital assets.
• A young trader who accidentally reformatted a laptop, erasing the only copy of his Ethereum wallet.
  

Some of these cases end in disappointment — the file is corrupted beyond repair, or the seed phrase truly lost. But others end in life-changing success: forgotten wallets that now hold hundreds of thousands of dollars.

“Recoveries can be life-changing, especially when forgotten wallets suddenly represent a family’s financial future,” said Robbert Bink.

Looking ahead: the future of crypto recovery

As cryptocurrency moves further into mainstream finance, demand for recovery services will rise. Advances in cryptography and machine learning may improve success rates, while scams are expected to grow more sophisticated.

What is clear is that this quiet industry will play an increasingly important role. Billions in digital assets remain trapped — but for some, recovery is still possible.

About Crypto Recovers

Based in the Netherlands, Crypto Recovers specializes in restoring access to lost or inaccessible cryptocurrency wallets. For over five years, we have helped digital asset owners with forgotten passwords, missing words in recovery phrases, outdated wallet formats, and more. We have successfully assisted many in reclaiming their funds. Learn more at cryptorecovers.com (global) or cryptoherstel.nl (Netherlands).

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Robbert Bink
Founder & CEO, Crypto Recovers
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In 2025, businesses face rising demand for faster payments, secure transactions, compliance, and financial transparency. StartupMafia has identified ten companies delivering solutions that reflect how finance and technology converge to shape tomorrow’s business environment.

OpenLedger

OpenLedger is building a decentralized economy where AI models become on-chain assets. The platform enables developers, businesses, and communities to host, use, and monetize AI systems with verifiable attribution. Its Proof of Attribution mechanism ensures contributors are rewarded whenever their data influences model outputs.

Often called the “Ethereum of AI,” OpenLedger combines high-performance off-chain AI execution with on-chain settlement for transparency and security. Its OPEN token underpins the ecosystem, powering transactions, governance, and real-time contributor rewards.

Gondaliya CPA

Gondaliya CPA is a Toronto-based accounting firm specializing in tax, bookkeeping, and compliance for small and mid-sized businesses across Ontario. Licensed CPAs support clients with corporate tax filings, tax planning, and regulatory requirements.

The firm stands out for combining local expertise with a client-focused approach. By simplifying complex financial processes, Gondaliya CPA helps businesses remain compliant and strategically prepared for growth.

TIOmarkets

TIOmarkets is a multi-regulated forex and CFD broker providing access to global markets, including currencies, equities, indices, and commodities. Traders use advanced technology and professional-grade platforms to execute strategies with precision.

What sets TIOmarkets apart is its emphasis on transparency and client security. With multilingual 24/7 support, extensive educational resources, and competitive trading conditions, the broker has built trust among retail and professional traders worldwide.

Reiterate

Reiterate automates financial operations for enterprises managing large transaction volumes. Its AI-powered platform handles reconciliation, anomaly detection, and month-end reporting, freeing finance teams from manual processes.

The platform’s ability to process billions of transactions in near real time makes it especially valuable for businesses working with multiple payment providers in high-risk sectors. By delivering accuracy and speed, Reiterate reduces costs and operational risks.

BestUSAPayday

BestUSAPayday connects U.S. consumers with payday and installment loan products ranging from $100 to $5,000. The marketplace operates on three pillars: compliance with regulations, transparency of costs, and promotion of responsible repayment options.

In 2025, BestUSAPayday is expanding into student-aid collaboration through partnerships with EloanWarehouse and the Connecticut Office of Higher Education. This initiative highlights its mission to make credit access both responsible and transparent.

Coursiv

Coursiv is a mobile-first platform that helps professionals gain practical AI skills through gamified daily exercises. In as little as 15 minutes a day, users learn to apply AI to productivity, automation, and business growth.

What differentiates Coursiv is its “AI gym” model—short, hands-on sessions designed for real-world impact. Its approach appeals to busy professionals seeking to integrate AI into their work without committing to long training programs.

VirPoint

VirPoint is a multi-asset, execution-only trading platform offering access to CFDs on stocks, ETFs, forex, commodities, and digital assets. It emphasizes real-time execution, advanced tools, transparency, and a secure trading environment. 

VirPoint operates under Finstar Technologies LTD (incorporated in the Marshall Islands), and notes that it does not provide personalized investment advice, instead placing decision-making solely with its users. It also highlights features like commission-free trading, a unified account for multiple markets, and mobile access.

SDK.finance

SDK.finance is a European provider of white-label FinTech platforms. Its modular system supports digital wallets, neobanks, and payment solutions, allowing businesses to launch products without building core infrastructure.

With more than 60 ready-to-use modules and certifications including PCI DSS Level 1 and ISO 27001:2022, SDK.finance delivers both speed and security. Its flexibility has made it a foundation for innovators in payments and banking.

Akurateco

Akurateco offers a Payment Orchestration Platform that connects businesses to multiple acquirers, PSPs, and fraud prevention tools through one interface. This centralization streamlines operations and optimizes transaction flows.

The system reduces integration costs and boosts transaction approval rates by routing payments intelligently. Its focus on orchestration helps businesses scale globally while managing payment complexity more efficiently.

TradingView

TradingView is a global platform for market analysis, offering interactive charts, financial data, and tools across equities, forex, cryptocurrencies, and commodities. Millions of traders and investors use it daily to track markets and test strategies.

Its strength lies in combining professional-grade analytics with a strong social community. Users share insights, follow other traders, and access crowd-sourced ideas, making TradingView a central hub for both retail and professional investors.

These companies highlight the financial priorities defining business in 2025: faster and more secure transactions, compliance-driven services, and intelligent platforms that reduce operational complexity. Together, they reflect how finance and technology are merging to create transparent, scalable, and resilient growth models.

About StartupMafia

StartupMafia is a European media platform tracking innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation. It provides insights into how startups and growth companies are shaping tomorrow’s economy. For more information, visit startupmafia.eu.

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Matrixport, one of the world’s leading all-in-one digital asset financial services platforms, today announced that it has received a Financial Services Licence (FSL) from the Gelephu Mindfulness City Authority (GMCA).

This achievement underscores both Matrixport’s pioneering role in regulated digital finance and Gelephu Mindfulness City’s (GMC) emergence as a new global hub for next-generation financial innovation.

Expanding Regulated Digital Asset Services

The FSL authorizes Matrixport to provide a comprehensive suite of regulated services in and from GMC, including:

• Structured products tailored for global investors
• Real-world asset (RWA) offerings linking traditional markets with digital finance
• Prime brokerage services for institutional clients
• Virtual asset custody solutions with institutional-grade safeguards

This positions Matrixport as an important player in the GMC financial services and digital asset ecosystem, which aims to serve the region with trusted, transparent and regulatory compliant products and services.

Commitment to Local Talent and Growth

As part of its expansion strategy, Matrixport will recruit and train Bhutanese professionals, integrating them into its GMC operations. By combining international expertise with local talent development, Matrixport aims to foster knowledge transfer, capacity-building, and long-term economic benefits for Bhutan.

John Ge, CEO of Matrixport, said: “Securing an FSL in GMC is both a privilege and a responsibility. We see Bhutan and Gelephu as a strategic base for innovation, compliance, and regional growth. Matrixport is committed to contributing to GMC’s vision of becoming a globally trusted financial and technology hub, while also nurturing Bhutanese talent as part of our team.”

HB Lim, Managing Director (Financial Services) at GMCA, commented: “The GMCA congratulates Matrixport on receiving its FSL to operate as a regulated financial services company. Matrixport’s expansion demonstrates the immense opportunities offered by GMC to serve the region with next-generation virtual asset financial services. Its commitment to hiring and mentoring Bhutanese talent aligns with GMC’s mission to create jobs, transfer skills, and develop future leaders in Bhutan’s financial services sector.”

A Shared Vision for the Future of Finance

Looking ahead, Matrixport plans to establish dedicated GMC offices, expand its regulated offerings, and play a central role in building a resilient digital financial ecosystem that benefits not only Bhutan but also the wider South Asia region.

This partnership between Matrixport and GMC symbolizes a new chapter in global digital finance—where regulatory clarity, technological innovation, and inclusivity converge to create sustainable economic growth.

About Matrixport

Founded in 2019, Matrixport is the world’s leading all-in-one hub for crypto financial services. The platform provides every user with a personalized Super Account that seamlessly integrates trading, investment, lending, custody, RWA, research, and more. With US$6 billion in assets under management (AUM), Matrixport delivers diverse crypto-financial solutions designed to maximize capital efficiency and support sustainable returns.

As a Group and through its subsidiaries, Matrixport holds multiple regulatory approvals, including Trust or Company Service Provider and Money Lender Licenses in Hong Kong, the FINMA Asset Management License in Switzerland, and status as an Appointed Representative in the UK. It is also registered as an MSB in the US, a member of Switzerland’s FINMA SRO-VFQ, and, through its subsidiary Fly Wing, holds the MPI License from MAS in Singapore.

Matrixport has been recognized by CB Insights as one of the “50 Most Promising Blockchain Companies” and featured in the Hurun 2024 Global Unicorn List.

For more information, visit www.matrixport.com.

About Gelephu Mindfulness City

The Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) Special Administrative Region (SAR) is a pioneering initiative in the southern plains of Bhutan, designed to foster an urban environment rooted in mindfulness, sustainability, and innovation. Guided by His Majesty The King, the SAR integrates traditional Bhutanese values with internationally recognized legal frameworks, cutting-edge design, and advanced technology. By harnessing Bhutan’s abundant green energy, GMC aspires to serve as a global model of holistic development.

For more information, please visit www.gmc.bt or contact invest@gmc.bt.

Bhutanese citizens based in Bhutan with 1–3 years of experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) / Know-Your-Customer (KYC) compliance, Transaction Monitoring, Blockchain Surveillance and Analytics, or Finance, who are interested in roles within Matrixport’s GMC business, are invited to send their CVs to jobs@gmc.bt.

GreenBitAI, a global leading provider of localized AI technology solutions, today officially announced the launch of Libra AI Agent. Libra is the world’s first lightweight AI Agent capable of running fully locally and offline, designed specifically for professional document generation with enterprise-level precision in both content and formatting.

At a time when most AI applications rely heavily on the cloud — exposing users to privacy risks and rising costs — Libra introduces a groundbreaking operational paradigm for AI Agents. Leveraging GreenBitAI’s pioneering expertise in advanced low-bit neural network technology, Libra delivers high performance on consumer-grade devices, enabling users to access expert-level document generation without compromising privacy or cost.

Three Core Highlights

1. Professional-Grade Document Generation: Expert-Level Precision and Formatting

Libra is purpose-built for professional documentation, supporting the entire workflow from logical structuring and content creation to formatting and design. With unmatched accuracy and advanced formatting capabilities, it delivers output on par with human experts. Libra’s use cases span financial reports, academic papers, legal briefs, and medical documentation, where precision and compliance are paramount.

2. Fully Localized Operation: Stable Even Offline

Powered by GreenBitAI’s advanced low-bit large model technology, Libra runs smoothly on standard laptops and desktops such as a MacBook. In local mode, it maintains reliable performance even in fully offline environments. All data remains on the device, meeting the stringent security and regulatory compliance requirements in industries such as finance, healthcare, and law.

3. Lightweight and High-Performance: Reduced Costs, Enhanced User Experience

Through innovative model compression, Libra reduces model size by over 75% without sacrificing accuracy. This dramatically lowers deployment and operational costs while ensuring a seamless AI Agent experience on consumer-grade devices.

Multi-Expert Collaboration & Key Use Cases

Libra features a multi-domain expert collaboration mode, enabling complex document workflows through intelligent task allocation and orchestration. Rather than being just an assistant, Libra acts as a professional AI team working alongside the user.

Typical use cases include:

• Financial Services: Investment reports, risk assessments, compliance documentation
• Healthcare: Clinical case analysis, medical research papers, diagnostic reports
• Legal Services: Contract review, legal opinion drafting, case study analysis
• Academic Research: Research papers, experimental data analysis, literature reviews

Executive Quote

Dr. Haojin Yang, co-founder and CEO of GreenBitAI, stated:

“We believe that AI is only truly trustworthy when it is fully under the user’s control. Libra addresses critical challenges of privacy and cost while marking the beginning of the localized AI Agent era — a key milestone for democratizing AI technology while ensuring trustworthiness.”

Market Impact and Strategic Significance

According to Grand View Research, as cited by DemandSage, the AI agents market is projected to reach US$7.63 billion in 2025 and grow to US$50.31 billion by 2030. The document generation software market, meanwhile, is expected to grow from around US$3.59 billion in its base year to US$8.58 billion by 2034, according to a report by Fundamental Business Insights. Despite this growth, today’s cloud-reliant solutions carry high costs and privacy concerns. Libra’s localized model offers enterprises a secure, flexible, and near-zero marginal cost alternative.

The launch not only delivers compliance breakthroughs for data-sensitive industries such as finance, healthcare, and law, but also extends advanced AI capabilities to regions with limited connectivity — driving the global democratization of AI.

Product Launch and Roadmap

Libra AI Agent will enter its beta phase on September 26, 2025, opening access to everyone. The official release is planned for the coming months, with ongoing feature expansion including multi-language support, industry-specific templates, and API integration.

Building on Libra, GreenBitAI aims to establish a comprehensive localized AI ecosystem, leveraging collaboration with the open-source community and enterprise clients to continuously evolve its solutions and make AI Agents a daily productivity tool for both businesses and individuals.

For a limited time, new users can enjoy a two-week discount offer. Please visit the official website for details.

Watch the announcement video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uCMDRjjMFFs

About GreenBitAI

Founded in 2023 by a team from the Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI) for Computer Systems Engineering in Germany, GreenBitAI is a global pioneer in low-bit neural networks and model optimization. The company is dedicated to enabling powerful AI models to run efficiently on consumer-grade devices, providing users worldwide with secure, flexible, and cost-effective AI solutions. To learn more, visit www.greenbit.ai.

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AseptiScope® announced today that it has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious 2025 Dr. Robert L. Jesse Award for excellence at the intersection of science, technology, healthcare, and veterans’ well-being. This annual award recognizes outstanding innovation that has demonstrated excellence in improving health care and patient outcomes. In concert with this recognition, AseptiScope will apply proceeds from the award to provide The DiskCover™ System Touch-Free Dispensers to VA facilities nationwide, further advancing veteran patient safety. Interested VA healthcare facilities are invited to contact AseptiScope directly for eligibility.

The Dr. Robert L. Jesse Award celebrates individuals and organizations that have integrated healthcare innovation that exceeds expectations, restores hope, and builds trust. AseptiScope is being recognized for its flagship product, The DiskCover® System, which provides a novel, touch-free solution to a long-standing challenge in healthcare—stethoscope contamination.

"We are incredibly honored to receive the Dr. Robert L. Jesse Innovation Award, and thank The Jesse Family Foundation and the greater veteran and healthcare communities," said Scott Mader, CEO and co-founder of AseptiScope. "The stethoscope is a symbol of trust, but it's also a proven vector for dangerous pathogens. Our mission at AseptiScope has always been to provide a practical and effective solution that clinicians can easily integrate into their daily workflow. The DiskCover System ensures that every stethoscope exam is aseptic, providing a visible sign of protection that gives patients and clinicians greater confidence. This award confirms that our technology is not just innovative but is making a tangible difference in patient safety, including for veterans.”

VA Medical Centers using this technology have already demonstrated that, by integrating The DiskCover System into infection control policy, life-threatening infection rates are dramatically reduced, costly resources are no longer needed, and nursing workflow is improved. “As a tribute to the life of Dr. Jesse’s 30 years of service to veterans, proceeds from this award will be applied to cost to integrate The DiskCover System into VA Medical Centers across the country,” added Mader.

About AseptiScope

AseptiScope, Inc. is a privately funded clinical innovation company based in San Diego and founded in 2016. Guided by a team of clinical experts, medical researchers, and practicing physicians, the company is dedicated to designing, developing, and commercializing novel solutions that deliver "Infection Protection for Clinician & Patient." Its flagship product, The DiskCover™ System, is the first and only evidence-based, touch-free barrier technology designed to address the longstanding problem of stethoscope contamination. For more information, visit aseptiscope.com.

AseptiScope, DiskCover, and associated logos are registered trademarks of AseptiScope, Inc.

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Sustainability Economics.ai today announced the launch of its groundbreaking Agentic System, a first-of-its-kind framework designed to vertically integrate AI data centre infrastructure with 24/7 carbon-free energy (CFE) and innovative financing models as part of Climate Week NYC 2025. This new approach positions the company at the forefront of building 24x7 carbon-free clean energy campuses, AI data centre campuses and global AI inference platform, accelerating both AI adoption at scale and the clean energy transition.

Solving the Scale & Sustainability Challenge

The exponential growth of AI inference demands massive compute infrastructure, yet the traditional siloed approach — treating AI infrastructure, power, and finance separately — has slowed progress. The Agentic System addresses this bottleneck by orchestrating all three dimensions in unison:

• AI Infrastructure: Scalable 100MW+ data center footprints optimized for inference workloads using NGinfra.ai agentic system.
• Clean Energy Integration: Commitment to 24/7 carbon-free power, leveraging solar, wind, storage, hydro, geo-thermal, green hydrogen and advanced energy orchestration using CLEM.ai agentic system.
• Innovative Financing: Token-as-a-Service, green financing and new financial models / instruments to align investor capital with sustainability metrics and rapid AI scaling using Greenfund.ai agentic system.

Sustainability-First Model

“At Sustainability Economics.ai, we believe the next wave of AI infrastructure must be sustainable by design, not retrofit by necessity,” said Kasu Venkata Reddy, co-founder and CEO of Sustainability Economics.ai. “Our Agentic System ensures that every AI token consumed globally is backed by clean energy and innovative financing that rewards sustainability. This is how we move from incremental projects to a true global inference platform.”

Impact & Vision

The platform is designed to expand across Americas, EMEA and APJC unlocking tens to hundreds of millions of dollars in annual revenue potential while embedding land, water, and emissions metrics into financing structures. By aligning infrastructure, energy, and finance through agentic orchestration, the company aims to redefine how AI growth can accelerate the clean energy transition — not compete with it.

Availability & Next Steps

The launch marks the beginning of global partnerships with clean energy providers, Financial Institutions, OEM vendors, Hyperscalers, Service Providers, Big corporates/enterprises and sector specific AI innovators. Sustainability Economics.ai showcased the Agentic System on Sept. 24, 2025, during New York Climate Action Week, where leaders from finance, energy, and technology discussed its role in reshaping the future of AI and clean energy.

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Opioid addiction, including dependence on substances such as fentanyl and heroin, is widely acknowledged as a global public health and social safety challenge. While conventional substitution therapies can mitigate withdrawal symptoms, they often fail to fully address psychological cravings, which are key drivers of relapse. A recent clinical study from China may offer a novel therapeutic strategy for this issue.

Yifan Pharmaceutical recently announced the successful completion of its Phase 1b clinical trial for Duanjin Jiedu Capsules, an independently developed formulation, confirming that the study met its predefined objectives.

Available data indicate that the drug is specifically designed for the prevention of relapse in opioid use disorder. Its primary active components are derived from two traditional Chinese medicinal herbs: Gelsemium elegans and Datura stramonium. The proposed clinical indication is “syndrome of residual toxin accumulation and blood stasis due to opioid abuse,” with pharmacological effects targeting both detoxification and relapse prevention.

Results from the Phase 1b trial show that Duanjin Jiedu Capsules demonstrated favorable safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetic profiles in individuals undergoing recovery from opioid addiction. Compared with the placebo group, the treatment group showed a consistent trend toward improved outcomes in relapse prevention, behavioral regulation and overall rehabilitation quality.

Current standard treatments for opioid addiction predominantly rely on substitution therapies such as methadone and buprenorphine, which require prolonged administration and carry risks of dependency transfer. In contrast, Duanjin Jiedu Capsules are administered over a short 21-day course yet appear to confer sustained protection against relapse, offering a viable pathway for patients to reintegrate into normal life. Researchers hypothesize that this breakthrough profile — characterized as “short-term dosing with long-term preventive effects” — may be attributed to the drug’s potential modulation of the central nervous system’s reward circuitry.

Industry experts suggest that if further clinical validation is successful, Duanjin Jiedu Capsules could represent a pioneering traditional Chinese medicine-based solution for relapse prevention in opioid addiction, contributing a distinctive “Chinese model” to global public health strategies.

Yifan Pharmaceutical has stated its commitment to accelerating subsequent clinical development and regulatory registration processes, aiming to facilitate the timely translation of this therapy into clinical practice and ultimately fill a critical gap in the international landscape of opioid addiction management.

About Yifan Pharmaceutical

Yifan Pharmaceutical is a Chinese pharmaceutical company focused on addressing significant unmet medical needs. Its lead candidate, Duanjin Jiedu Capsules, is an innovative therapy based on traditional Chinese medicine for the prevention of relapse in opioid use disorder. Having successfully completed Phase 1b clinical trials, the drug has demonstrated a favorable safety profile and a trend toward improved outcomes in relapse prevention. Yifan Pharmaceutical is committed to advancing this therapy as a new solution to the global challenge of opioid addiction. For more information, www.yifanyy.com.

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New York Times bestselling author Kent Heckenlively, JD, and acclaimed UFO documentary director Michael Mazzola are set to release their groundbreaking new book on November 18, 2025, bringing readers face-to-face with the most startling revelations yet about UFO crashes, government cover-ups, and the role of nonhuman intelligences in shaping history.

Praised by Kirkus Reviews as authors who “write with energy and intelligence,” Heckenlively and Mazzola combine rigorous research, exclusive interviews, and never-before-seen documents to present a sweeping investigation into UFO phenomena and government disclosure efforts.

The book examines the shocking history of UFO crashes, including the Trinity crash of 1945, which occurred just one month after the detonation of the world’s first atomic bomb. Drawing on testimony from military pilots, presidents, and even a United States senator who chased a craft across the Arizona desert, the authors trace decades of encounters that can no longer be dismissed as birds, swamp gas, or the planet Venus.

Featuring access to the extensive archive of Dr. Steven Greer and the Disclosure Project, the book sheds light on how UFO reports have been systematically collected, analyzed, and suppressed by government agencies. The narrative also explores the often-humorous explanations offered by secret programs, which only serve to underscore the seriousness of these ongoing investigations.

In its final section, co-author Michael Mazzola documents his journey to Nazca, Peru, where he investigates seventeen-hundred-year-old mummies that exhibit evidence of genetic manipulation, raising profound questions about the origins of humanity itself.

“This is not just another book on UFOs,” said Kent Heckenlively. “It is a meticulously researched work that forces us to confront evidence of nonhuman intelligences visiting our planet and challenges us to reconsider our place in the universe.”

With Congressional disclosure hearings now drawing mainstream attention, this book arrives at a pivotal moment, giving readers the tools and background to understand what is being revealed — and what may still be hidden.

About Kent Heckenlively

Kent Heckenlively, JD, is a New York Times bestselling author, attorney and science teacher known for his fearless investigations into controversial issues. Dubbed the “Voldemort of the literary world” for his willingness to challenge powerful institutions, he has published more than 20 books, including “Plague of Corruption,” “Google Leaks,” “Twilight of the Shadow Government” and “The Case Against Masks.” His works have sold more than 750,000 copies worldwide and have been recognized for their rigor, clarity and courage. In addition to writing, Heckenlively is a public speaker and advocate for free inquiry and open dialogue. For more information, visit www.kentheckenlivelybooks.com/home.

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