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Aqua 1 Foundation, a pioneering Web3-native fund, announced a $100 million strategic World Liberty Financial (WLFI) governance token purchase to participate in governance of the decentralized finance platform inspired by President Donald J. Trump. This commitment is intended to help accelerate the creation of a blockchain-powered financial ecosystem centered on blockchain development, Real World Asset (RWA) tokenization, and stablecoin integration, aiming to set new benchmarks for global capital efficiency.

This collaboration pioneers the institutional migration of traditional finance to decentralized finance by accelerating the adoption of tokenized real-world assets. Together, WLFI and Aqua 1 are building the definitive bridge between legacy systems and blockchain innovation — an institutional-grade marketplace delivering unparalleled access to traditional assets.

“We’re excited to work hand-in-hand with the team at Aqua 1,” said Zak Folkman, co-founder of World Liberty Financial. “Aligning with Aqua 1 validates our blueprint for global financial innovation, as we have a joint mission to bring digital assets to the masses and strengthen our nation’s standing as a champion and leader of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.”

Capitalizing on Aqua 1's institutional expertise, the partnership will seek to synergize USD1 infrastructure to ignite adoption across commercial payment gateways and treasury management systems.

"WLFI and Aqua 1 will jointly identify and nurture high-potential blockchain projects together," stated Dave Lee, founding partner of Aqua 1. "WLFI's USD1 ecosystem and RWA pipeline embody the trillion-dollar structural pivot opportunity we seek to catalyze — where architects merge traditional capital markets with decentralized primitives to redefine global financial infrastructure.”

Beyond the U.S. market, Aqua 1’s global investment and compliance teams will assist WLFI in expanding across South America, Europe, Asia, and emerging markets to accelerate digital asset ecosystem development.

Strategically, WLFI also plans to support the launch of Aqua 1’s Aqua Fund — a UAE-domiciled investment fund developed in partnership with leading regional stakeholders. The fund will be dedicated to accelerating the Middle East’s digital economy transformation through advanced blockchain infrastructure, artificial intelligence integration, and global Web3 adoption. Aqua Fund aims to serve as a gateway for capital, talent, and technology to converge, positioning the region at the forefront of the next digital wave. Aqua Fund intends to partner with a secondary trading venue within ADGM to list the fund and facilitate secondary market liquidity for investors.

Furthermore, both parties plan to jointly develop and incubate BlockRock, an institutional RWA tokenization platform, focused on digitizing and integrating premium traditional assets into the Web3 ecosystem.

About Aqua 1 Foundation

Aqua1 Foundation is a Web3-native fund based in UAE with a global outlook. Driven by professionalism, stability, and innovation, Aqua1 focuses on both primary market investments and secondary asset management in the Web3 sector. We are seeking the next generation of early-stage startups in fields such as infrastructure, financial protocols, and user applications. Within the secondary market, our objective is to deliver stable returns to asset holders and act as a key enabler of liquidity and growth for crypto assets. We are not only a capital provider, but an ecosystem co-builder. We partner with industry founders, advancing with the times. Learn more at www.aqua1.foundation.

About World Liberty Financial

World Liberty Financial (WLFI) is a pioneering decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol and governance platform inspired by the vision of President Donald J. Trump. WLFI develops transparent, secure, and accessible financial tools, including institutional-grade products designed to broaden participation in decentralized finance. Learn more and follow updates at x.com/worldlibertyfi.

Legal Disclaimers and Forward-Looking Statements

USD1 is a stablecoin redeemable on a 1:1 basis for the U.S. Dollar (USD). USD1 is 100% backed by a reserve containing short term U.S. government treasuries, U.S. dollar deposits, and other cash equivalents, and all such reserve assets are held or maintained by BitGo Trust Company, Inc., a South Dakota-chartered trust company ("BitGo Trust"), and/or by BitGo Technologies LLC, a federally registered money services business and state-licensed money transmitter ("BitGo Tech", together with BitGo Trust and their other affiliates, "BitGo"). BitGo issues USD1, and World Liberty Financial, Inc. and its affiliated entities, own the World Liberty Financial USD1 brand and provide certain services.

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DitchIt, a company that specializes in disrupting the online marketplace industry, today announced that in a stunning move, they have purchased and demolished the original 560-pound Twitter bird sign that once adorned their San Francisco headquarters.

The stunt, captured on camera in the Nevada desert with a 15-person crew, four Tesla Cybertrucks, and a Hollywood explosives expert, symbolized a farewell to outdated tech giants and introduced DitchIt's mission: building a local marketplace prioritizing people over profits.

Ditchit's spokesman, James Deluca, drew parallels between Elon Musk's Twitter rebranding and Ditchit's goals, stating, "Today's platforms prioritize businesses, but Ditchit is different — free, ad-free, and community-focused."

The 12-foot Twitter logo, affectionately known as "Larry," was bought at auction for $34,000 and transformed into a disruption symbol. The explosive demolition video, now live on YouTube, showcases a cinematic moment generating buzz. Fragments of the sign will be auctioned on the DitchIt app, with proceeds supporting the Center for American Entrepreneurship.

China International Import Expo (CIIE) remains a vital platform for openness and cooperation amid growing global uncertainty and anti-globalization sentiment. A UN-hosted event in Geneva on June 25, themed “Working Together to Implement the UN 2030 Agenda—How China International Import Expo Helps,” showcased its role in fostering inclusive growth.

At the event, representatives from dōTERRA, and Warmpaca shared how the CIIE has opened doors for them in the Chinese market. Since 2018, dōTERRA has partnered with Guizhou through the CIIE, using innovation to boost the value of traditional Chinese plants and raise local farmers’ incomes. Warmpaca made its breakthrough at the inaugural CIIE. By partnering with over 1,000 families to produce handmade alpaca wool goods, it has successfully expanded into both the Chinese and global markets—creating jobs and empowering local communities along the way.

As the expo approaches, preparations have entered a new and dynamic phase. On May 22, a dedicated matchmaking event was held in Chongqing, bringing together nearly 40 exhibitors and over 110 local buyers. The event laid a solid foundation for deeper cooperation in the lead-up to the CIIE. To date, an exhibition area of over 280,000 square meters has been booked for this year’s CIIE. This year, the exhibition layout has been further optimized to spotlight innovation, advanced technologies, and cutting-edge services.

Building on this momentum, the upcoming China-Central Asia Summit will boost exchanges and cooperation. As regular participants in the CIIE, Central Asian countries have continued to strengthen ties with China through this key platform. For instance, at the seventh CIIE, Kazakh businesses took part in an unprecedented scale, presenting a broader range of high-quality products to the Chinese market.

The upcoming eighth CIIE is set to attract a broader spectrum of exhibitors, professional buyers and visitors across sectors. Meanwhile, the HQF will serve as a key venue for dialogue on open economies and inclusive globalization. For more information, visit CIIE official website: https://www.ciie.org/zbh/en/

Lawrina, a trusted legal resource, announces an expanded mission and a new name: Loio. From a legal tech company, it transforms into a full-featured platform offering smart document drafting tools for everyone, from lawyers and business owners to individuals who seek reliable legal solutions. Loio is a powerful workspace where users can create, edit, complete, and sign documents without the need for additional software.

“It is a major step forward for our platform,” says Yehor Melnykov, CEO and co-founder of Loio. “Our mission is to change people’s perception of document workflow as something complicated and exhausting. With Loio tools, the whole process of document creation is intuitive and takes only a few minutes.”

The updated Loio gives users access to a range of tools that enable them to work with documents of any complexity, anytime, and from any device.

A growing collection of legal templates for any need — from personal to business — allows users to obtain professionally drafted contracts and forms without hiring a legal expert. Each of the available forms is created and reviewed by experienced lawyers, which grants more confidence and saves time. Lawyers spend 40-60% of their time drafting and reviewing contracts, whereas for a person without a legal background, creating even one document can take several days. Loio templates reduce this time considerably. 

For quick template completion, Loio offers a unique interview feature that guides users through the document by asking them simple questions. Based on the answers, the system automatically prepares a finished contract for further reviewing, signing, or downloading.

With a newly launched PDF tool, users can either edit forms from Loio’s 2,500+ pre-made templates or their own files. Adding and removing clauses, comments, initials, lists, and signatures takes a few clicks, and the insertion function allows one to complete documents with images and charts directly within the browser. 

Once the document is completed, users can instantly sign it online with a secure electronic signature system that follows U.S. laws, including the ESIGN Act, UETA, and ESRA. 

Loio also has an extensive library of legal guides that cover plenty of topics — from starting a business to what to include in a rental agreement. Written in plain language and regularly updated, these texts support users as they work through complex legal matters.

Loio puts the right document drafting tools and information directly into the hands of those who need them, making the whole workflow easier, more comprehensible, and more secure.

Flowable, recognized globally as a leading provider of enterprise automation software, has once again been named as a representative vendor in the latest Gartner® Market Guide for Business Process Automation Tools. This recognition highlights Flowable’s comprehensive capabilities in helping large organizations streamline operations by utilizing AI, structured workflows, and decision automation grounded in open standards.

As enterprise environments become increasingly dynamic, automation platforms must support varied use cases across departments and systems. Modern business process automation (BPA) solutions now integrate intelligent agents, rule engines, and human-led decisions to improve speed, consistency, and adaptability. A key takeaway from this report is that it recommends evaluating platforms that integrate these inputs into a single system governed for visibility and accountability.

Flowable meets this guidance by offering an open framework that supports regulatory needs while enabling fast, process-driven outcomes.

Flowable’s Role in Intelligent Automation

Flowable’s inclusion in the Market Guide acknowledges its unified platform’s ability to coordinate AI models, people, and business logic through a low-code, open-standards framework.

This approach directly supports enterprise teams managing high-stakes processes like claims handling, customer onboarding, and risk management.

The platform allows users to manage both predictable tasks and unstructured work in the same environment. Insurance claims, loan origination, and service escalations, for instance, can all be addressed without jumping between tools or sacrificing oversight.

Championing Agentic AI for Adaptive Business Processes

Flowable is a front-runner in “agentic” automation, a method of embedding AI agents, systems, and people into a single operational layer. Businesses today require platforms that connect diverse endpoints—AI models, RPA bots, and human input—into coordinated, auditable flows.

Flowable’s approach is grounded in dynamic case management, allowing organizations to manage both routine operations and irregular scenarios in the same interface, driving operational clarity and flexibility.

Focused Governance and Built-in Transparency

Flowable integrates oversight directly into process design. Its system includes model tracking, rule enforcement, version control, and auditing features that are vital for industries like banking and healthcare.

Every decision can be traced and evaluated, allowing organizations to meet stringent internal standards and regulatory demands without slowing down operations. This is in direct response to industry demand for transparent, governed automation, where oversight cannot be compromised.

Integration Without Vendor Lock-in

By supporting global automation standards of BPMN, CMMN, and DMN, Flowable aligns with open enterprise connectivity and avoids proprietary constraints. Its architecture is designed to connect with existing infrastructure, allowing organizations to expand automation without overhauling what already works. This approach ensures that companies can scale automation projects while maintaining flexibility in technology decisions.

Delivering Business Value to Key Decision Makers

Choosing the right enterprise automation platform impacts every area of an organization. Flowable reflects practical benefits for operations, transformation, risk, and finance leaders across large enterprises, including:

• Operational Efficiency: Flowable automates entire departmental processes, reducing manual hand-offs and errors. Operations leaders gain a unified view of workflows, improve productivity, and enable teams to focus on high-value work while the platform manages routine and exception-driven tasks.
• Agility and Continuous Improvement: Transformation directors and CXOs benefit from the platform’s flexibility. New AI tools or policy changes can be incorporated quickly, allowing rapid response to evolving business needs without extensive retraining or redevelopment.
• Governance and Compliance: Every automated decision is fully traceable, auditable, and governed, meeting the rising need for “new forms of management and governance” recently identified by Forrester. Audit trails, policy enforcement, and approval checkpoints are embedded into workflows to meet internal and regulatory standards.
• Customer Experience and Financial ROI: Coordinated automation helps deliver better outcomes at lower operating costs. Tasks like customer onboarding, account updates, and claims can be resolved faster through consistent, AI-personalized processes that operate 24/7 across omnichannel touchpoints.

Flowable empowers enterprises to move faster, operate smarter, and maintain governance at scale. Its enterprise automation platform focuses its design for transparency, adaptability, and real-world value.

For further details and insights, access the full report reprint page on Flowable’s website.

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On Friday, June 20, Arc70 Capital closed Arc70 2025-1, a private-label securitization of $175.3 million of 4% affordable housing bonds issued through the National Finance Authority (“2025-1 Securitization”). The 2025-1 Securitization financed a pool of bonds associated with 13 affordable housing properties in 10 states including, California, Texas, and New York. All of the properties operate under the federal low-income housing tax credit program and seven properties have project-based Section 8 rental subsidies. In total, these properties provide over 1,500 units affordable to households at 60% of area median income or below at an average rent that is 34% less than typical market rents. The 2025-1 Securitization consists of three tranches: Class A-1 certificates rated AA- (S&P), Class A-2 certificates rated BBB+ (S&P), and first-loss Class B certificates retained by Arc70.

“We are excited to continue to partner with sophisticated municipal investors with our most recent securitization,” said Denny Hou, co-founder of Arc70. “The closing of this transaction will drive a meaningful return of capital to our limited partners and support the development of affordable housing.”

“This transaction further solidifies Arc70’s presence as a consistent, highly-regarded issuer in the private-label, affordable housing securitization market,” said Matt Engler, Managing Director, Head of Capital Markets. “Thank you to our underwriting syndicate led by Wells Fargo, our counsel Kutak Rock, underwriter’s counsel Orrick, and Wilmington Bank as trustee.”

There has been undeniable progress in public discourse surrounding mental health awareness. Yet, the conversation still feels clinical, sanitized, or overly performative. Believing that destigmatizing mental health doesn't translate to talking more but talking better, Alicia Racine Fink launched Xanyland, a Los Angeles-based mental health podcast. "Xanyland: Comedians on the Couch" creates a space for genuine therapeutic exploration.

Xanyland unpacks the surreal, typically contradictory landscape of modern mental health through candid, hilarious, and sometimes emotional conversations with comedians. It combines humor and reflection to dismantle stigma, question prevailing mental health narratives, and invite audiences to reflect, laugh, and feel seen.

The podcast's name is a double entendre. On the surface, it's playful, suggesting a whimsical, slightly chaotic world à la Candyland. Digging deeper, it presents a critique about how mainstream mental health discourse has become increasingly dominated by diagnoses and symptom management. “Land,” in particular, signals the broader mental health ecosystem, which Fink has observed to be controlled more by metrics and mass marketing than by human nuance. Xanyland’s mission is to help people view mental health as a shared human experience—messy, hilarious, and worth exploring with curiosity and care, instead of a product or performance.

The podcast is known for unfiltered conversations with comedians about mental health, identity, trauma, and healing. Here, humor becomes a tool to voice the “shadow” aspects of the self that typically go unspoken. The conversations are structured to feel accessible and human, allowing listeners to reclaim the depth of psychoanalysis and frame it through the lived experiences of those willing to speak the unspeakable, often with a punchline.

The voice behind Xanyland makes it more compelling. Fink has a dual background that enables her to hold space for emotional nuance and creative expression. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in acting and a master’s in counseling, she has always been drawn to storytelling that lies at the intersection of therapy and the arts.

The beginnings of Xanyland stem from Fink's experience in stand-up comedy. After moving to Los Angeles and before starting her private practice as a therapist, she sought an outlet for expression and found it in a local stand-up comedy class. “Comedy helped me reconnect with my voice,” she says. “I also appreciated comedians more as the cultural truth-tellers that they are.”

It wasn’t just their wit and timing that stood out to Fink—it was their vulnerability. “The comedians I met are people unafraid to vocalize the contradictions we all carry—the love and resentment we feel for our families, the absurdities of anxiety, the loneliness behind laughter,” Fink remarks. The therapist saw this as a bridge between the couch and the stage, two worlds she knew intimately.

Xanyland was, therefore, born as a platform where these raw, unfiltered exchanges could live. Fink developed the podcast to reflect nuance, emotional complexity, and above all, honesty. These are the very things she felt were missing from mainstream mental health narratives. The comedians on her show are viewed as collaborators, offering insights that are as emotionally intelligent as they are funny.

This structure enables the podcast to delve into various topics. Early episodes tackle the bewildering process of finding a therapist, including what to look for, how to communicate one's needs, and how to develop a meaningful relationship with a mental health provider. Other episodes explore the broader conversation around psychiatric medication. Fink approaches this subject with balance, acknowledging both the over-medicalization of mental health and the life-saving potential of psychiatric drugs. “Xanyland doesn't take a polarized stance. We value empathy and individual context,” says Fink.

Subsequent episodes delve into issues like bipolar disorder, ADHD, sobriety, and hypnotherapy, with guests who speak from personal and professional experience. Another episode breaks down the concept of narcissism, a term that has become so overused that its clinical meaning is often lost. Yet, another will examine grief and how people talk—or avoid talking—about loss.

Overall, the unifying thread across all these episodes is a commitment to realism and relational depth. Fink isn't afraid to correct misconceptions or bring in fresh perspectives. However, she does so with a grounded, conversational, and humorous tone. This approach highlights Xanyland’s impact.

The podcast aims to redefine how people engage with therapy and mental health topics more broadly. “We hope that listeners walk away with new language for their own experiences and understand that they're not alone,” Fink states.

Ultimately, Xanyland advocates for more truthful, nuanced, and human conversations about mental health. Fink plans to expand the scope of the podcast with a series of bonus episodes. These will address hot-button mental health issues beyond the world of comedy, bringing in specialists to break down complex topics like hypnotherapy and couples therapy. Another planned subseries will analyze popular TV shows through a psychological lens. Future episodes will continue exploring how mental health is portrayed in the media, shedding light on the narratives that shape public perception.

The podcast is available on all major platforms. For more information, visit aliciaracine.com or follow @xanylandpodcast on Instagram.

Kratom Consumer Advisory Council (KCAC) today released a comprehensive position paper, "Fact Check on Synthetic 7 Solving the Opioid Crisis," refuting the Holistic Alternative Recovery Trust’s (HART) claim and that of its National Policy Director Jeff Smith (media clip here) that synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine (“synthetic 7”) products have reduced the opioid mortality death rate in the United States.

This claim, which HART has presented in testimony to lawmakers in multiple states and to media outlets, is not supported by any published clinical trials or peer-reviewed observational studies. In contrast, the KCAC’s position paper outlines overwhelming evidence pointing to community naloxone distribution and public health partnerships as the true drivers of reduced opioid deaths.

“HART’s argument isn’t just scientifically unsupported—it’s dangerous,” said Dr. C. Michael White, Pharm.D., FCP, FCCP, FASHP, a pharmacist, distinguished professor of pharmacy practice at the University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy, and KCAC chair. “The reduction in opioid mortality in recent years correlates most clearly with community-based naloxone access and training initiatives, not the rise of potent, unregulated synthetic opioids being sold in gas stations and smoke shops.”

The KCAC white paper highlights well-documented evidence from public health literature:

• A 2021 study in North Carolina estimated 352 deaths were avoided due to naloxone distribution, showing a clear relationship between kit access and reduced fatalities. (Study link)
• In Southwestern Pennsylvania, expanding naloxone access through additional sites, including syringe exchanges, led to a 65% drop in opioid deaths. (Study link)
• A meta-analysis of 44 studies found survival rates above 90% in programs distributing naloxone to at-risk communities, families, and police. (Study link)
• Economic modeling also confirms naloxone programs are cost-effective, with benefits measured in lives saved and reduced healthcare costs. (Study link)

Unlike whole-leaf kratom and natural mitragynine—which preclinical studies suggest have a low risk of respiratory depression—synthetic 7 and similar analogs (including tianeptine and mitragynine pseudoindoxyl) have been shown in multiple animal studies to significantly depress respiratory function at high doses. These effects mirror those of morphine and respond poorly to naloxone reversal—underscoring their danger to public health.

Further, anecdotal reports suggest that synthetic 7 products have caused severe addiction, and the rapid tolerance requires consumers to escalate doses over time. In addition, their bright packaging and candy-like branding (e.g., “Perks,” “Opia,” “Rave”) may appeal to children and teens—raising additional concerns among parents and policymakers.

Leading kratom researchers at Johns Hopkins University and the University of Florida have issued urgent warnings about the proliferation of 7 products and their potential for abuse, dependence, severe withdrawal, and even respiratory depression—dangers that run directly counter to it being marketed as a treatment for opioid addiction. A leading forensic research center has published public alerts on 7 products. 

Dr. White cautions, “Selling potent opioid receptor-stimulating 7 products in gas stations, convenience stores, and smoke shops in unlimited quantities within arm’s reach of candy bars and energy drinks is a public health recipe for disaster. It allows a whole new generation of consumers to potentially get hooked on opioids, and we know where that leads.”

The KCAC’s position papers in total provide lawmakers a roadmap based on the best available published evidence to protect consumers while still maintaining access to natural kratom products and runs counter to unsubstantiated pseudo-scientific claims.

Download the full position paper here.

As smart advances through 2025 — the year of enhancing global operation — the premium electric automotive brand continues to drive innovation across global markets through strategic partnerships and product excellence.

Highlights

• In the first half of 2025, smart continued to expand its global footprint and make its entry into seven new markets.
• Significant R&D advancements in future products and technologies have been made, solidifying the company’s long-term value proposition and meeting diverse customer needs. 
• With the launch of “Open Your Mind Experiences” global campaign, smart keeps sharpening its renewed brand image and forged collaborations with iconic brands and Intellectual Properties, including BRABUS, Sennheiser, TREK, Keith Haring globally and Disney’s Mickey & Friends and Peet’s Coffee in China.

Accelerating Global Growth With Bold Expansion and Innovation

smart has made significant inroads into the global market landscape, successfully entering seven new markets across the MENA region and Latin America in the first half of 2025. The business footprint has now expanded to 38 countries and regions, with exceeding 580 stores worldwide.

With the launch of "Open Your Mind Experiences" global campaign, smart is sharpening its renewed brand image, and initiating various crossover collaborations. In addition, the brand continues to enrich its product offerings, with plans to unveil more latest R&D technology and product results in the coming months.

Mr. Tong Xiangbei, global CEO of smart, said: "In the first half of 2025, smart has accelerated global expansion by entering new markets and expanding our product offerings with innovative models. Meanwhile, significant R&D advancements in future products and technologies have been made, solidifying the young global company’s long-term value proposition and enabling us to meet diverse customer needs worldwide."

Sharpening the Brand Image through Inspirational Co-Creation

During Auto Shanghai 2025, smart officially launched the "Open Your Mind Experiences" global campaign, which was built around the "Power of Firsts" — the belief that first-time experiences create powerful emotional connections and unlock new possibilities. Embodying more first-time creative experiences, smart has forged collaborations with several iconic brands and Intellectual Properties throughout the first half of 2025.

The partnership with the Keith Haring Foundation aligns street art with smart's urban mobility vision, debuting the smart #3 Keith Haring Art Car, with plans for a production version later this year. The collaboration with Disney in China enhances smart’s inspiration with imagination and fun. This marks smart's second partnership with Mickey & Friends following the smart fortwo electric drive Disney edition from 11 years ago. smart and Peet’s Coffee co-created the #1 Crema Edition for the Chinese market which features distinctive black-gold coloring and exclusive interior elements.

Ms. Mandy Zhang, global CMO of smart, said: "We actively bring the 'Open Your Mind' brand claim to life through innovative collaborations with iconic global brands and IPs. From high-performance upgrades with BRABUS and immersive audio experiences with Sennheiser to embedding Keith Haring's iconic art in product designs, our partnerships span automotive, art, and lifestyle realms—including co-creations with TREK, Mickey & Friends, Peet's Coffee, and many more. These partnerships embody our commitment to breaking boundaries and continuing sharpening our distinctive brand image across diverse cultures. As we grow our brand presence, we are working closely with partners across 38 countries and regions to deliver enhanced service experiences to our customers."

Mindful Technology Advancements: Enhanced ADAS and Intelligent Cabin

smart continued to enhance its mindful technology offerings in the first half of 2025. The smart #5's Navigation on smart Pilot (NSP) function has been activated in the Chinese mainland, providing enhanced driving assistance for local customers. Additionally, smart achieved the first implementation of AI-powered interactions in the smart #5, advancing its intelligent cabin experience.

Featuring these mindful technologies, the smart #5 continues its global rollout. The smart #5 BRABUS made its world premiere during Milan Design Week in Italy, followed by successful launches in the European markets, Hong Kong China, and making its premiere in Malaysia, receiving positive feedback from global media and customers.

As smart progresses through the year of enhancing global operation, the brand remains committed to delivering exceptional experiences for customers worldwide. Through continued market expansion, innovative partnerships, and product excellence, smart will keep inspiring customers to discover what happens when you open your mind to new possibilities.

Doktar, a technology company uniquely positioned at the intersection of data-driven agriculture and scalable sustainability, has closed a €7.5 million funding round co-led by the European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (ECBF)—Europe’s first private venture capital fund dedicated to accelerating the bioeconomy and biobased circular innovations—and Pymwymic, a pioneering Dutch impact investor focused on regenerative agriculture and sustainable food systems, with participation from existing investor Diffusion Capital Partners (DCP). The investment will support the expansion of Doktar’s integrated product portfolio and enable the company to scale its holistic execution model globally.

Empowering the Future of Agriculture

Founded in 2017, Doktar is an agtech company that leverages proprietary digital products and AI to transform the agricultural value chain. What sets Doktar apart is its end-to-end digital platform that addresses all core farming needs, from real-time monitoring and decision support to verifiable sustainability outcomes. Through an integrated ecosystem of connected IoT devices, smart software, and AI-powered insights, Doktar delivers actionable intelligence and full-farm traceability.

Doktar’s approach combines full-farm digitization, farmer engagement, and measurable impact reporting, enabling organizations to achieve turnkey, verifiable climate resilience outcomes. Its Climate Sustainability Impact (CSI) platform empowers farmers, agribusinesses, and global food producers to implement sustainability strategies with traceability, efficiency, and proven environmental results.

Global Presence and Regenerative Reach

Headquartered in the Netherlands with offices in Turkey, Doktar operates in over 10 countries through its partner networks. The company currently supports 250,000 hectares of regenerative farmland, delivering actionable insights and scalable outcomes across diverse crop systems and geographies. Today, six of the ten largest global food and beverage companies leverage Doktar's platform to advance their sustainability and supply chain goals. This enables these partners to make measurable progress towards their public 2030 sustainability commitments, turning ambitious targets into verifiable achievements.

Sustainability at the Core of Growth

Sustainability remains a strategic priority for the company, which aims to empower its partners and customers to implement regenerative agriculture, water stewardship, and traceability practices at scale. With this new investment, Doktar will continue to enhance its platform with more advanced solutions and technologies that enable global stakeholders to achieve measurable environmental and business outcomes.

Investor Confidence and Market Validation

The funding round drew strong support from investors aligned with Doktar’s mission to scale practical, climate-smart agriculture.

“We invested in Doktar because their approach uniquely combines agronomic expertise, scalable technology, and measurable environmental outcomes,” said Isabelle Laurencin, partner at ECBF. “They are enabling regenerative agriculture at scale with real-world applicability.”

Rogier Pieterse, partner at Pymwymic, added: “We believe Doktar has a unique position in supporting both farmers and food corporates in making smarter choices from an efficiency and impact perspective. We are excited to work with the Company and our co-investors to bring this impact to the next level.”

"We have witnessed firsthand Doktar's exceptional ability to deliver measurable agricultural transformation through innovative technology," said Merve Akgun, partner at Diffusion Capital Partners. "We are proud to continue supporting their global expansion as they bring scalable solutions that create both environmental impact and business value to farmers and food producers worldwide."

Fueling Global Expansion and Regional Depth

With the new funding, Doktar is poised to expand into more markets while deepening its operational capacity.

“This investment marks an important milestone in our journey to digitally transform agriculture at scale. It enables us to accelerate our expansion across Europe, North America, and South America, while deepening our ability to meet the growing global demand for integrated, data-driven solutions. As agriculture faces mounting pressure to deliver both productivity and sustainability, we are reinforcing the digital backbone that makes a measurable, verifiable impact possible across entire supply chains,” said Tanzer Bilgen and Selim Ucer, co-founders of Doktar.

About Doktar

Doktar is an agtech company driving the digital transformation of agriculture through AI, connected devices, and integrated software. Its Climate Sustainability Impact (CSI) platform enables real-time farm insights and traceable environmental outcomes, helping organizations scale regenerative practices with precision and accountability. Founded in 2017, Doktar operates globally with a mission to make sustainable agriculture both practical and profitable. For more information, visit www.doktar.com.

About European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (ECBF)

The European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (ECBF) is the first venture fund exclusively dedicated to accelerating the shift from a fossil-based to a bio-based circular economy. With €300 million raised, ECBF invests €2-10 million in growth-stage companies across sectors like agtech, food & nutrition, industrial biotech, and bio-based materials. As an Article 9 fund under SFDR, ECBF screens investments for the highest ESG criteria, aligning with European environmental goals. The fund combines financial support with industry expertise to foster innovation and sustainability in Europe's bioeconomy sector. ECBF is focused on deploying capital in attractive and impactful companies based in the EU-27 or 16 HORIZON 2020 associated countries. To learn more, visit www.ecbf.vc.

About Pymwymic

Pymwymic (Put Your Money Where Your Meaning Is Community) has taken a frontrunner role in the transition towards investing with care for both people and planet since 1994. Backed by over 250 individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and institutional investors, we have launched two Article 9-compliant impact funds, currently investing through the Healthy Food Systems Impact Fund II. This fund focuses on early-stage AgriFood scale-ups that offer pioneering solutions in areas like sustainable farming, reducing food waste, and regenerative agriculture. To learn more, visit pymwymic.com.

About Diffusion Capital Partners (DCP)

Diffusion Capital Partners (DCP) is a venture capital firm that invests in deep tech startups and supports disruptive technologies across emerging markets. For more information, visit www.dcp.vc.

SKYX Platforms Corp. (NASDAQ: SKYX) (“SKYX” or the “Company”), a highly disruptive smart home platform technology company, announced a significant increase in both U.S. and international demand for its newly patented, all-in-one Smart Turbo Heater & Ceiling Fan, ahead of its broad commercial launch expected in Q3 2025.

The innovative product, an integrated ceiling fan and heater, is designed to address consumer comfort across all four seasons and targets a combined ceiling fan and portable heater category valued at several billion dollars annually. Tens of millions of units are sold in the U.S. alone each year, reflecting strong market potential for SKYX’s unique offering.

In response to this rising demand, SKYX confirmed it will launch two distinct models of the Smart Turbo Heater & Fan, available in six to eight color options to suit both residential and commercial applications. Manufacturing has already commenced in collaboration with the Company’s long-standing global partners.

The Company who will be added to the Russell 2000 this week, believes the product’s launch will be a pivotal catalyst in its plan to reach cash-flow positive operations in 2025.

Rani Kohen, founder and executive chairman of SKYX Platforms Corp., stated, “We are experiencing unprecedented interest in our all-in-one smart heater and ceiling fans from both U.S. and global markets. This product exemplifies our commitment to innovation, safety, and global market products. As we prepare for our upcoming launch, we believe this breakthrough solution will drive significant value for our customers, partners, and shareholders.”

SKYX currently holds over 97 issued and pending patents worldwide and owns a growing portfolio of more than 60 lighting and home décor websites. The Company’s mission is to transform homes and buildings into smarter, safer, and more advanced environments.

To view SKYX’s technologies in action, click here.

About SKYX Platforms Corp.

As electricity is a standard in every home and building, our mission is to make homes and buildings become safe-advanced and smart as the new standard. SKYX has a series of highly disruptive advanced-safe-smart platform technologies, with over 97 U.S. and global patents and patent pending applications. Additionally, the Company owns over 60 lighting and home decor websites for both retail and commercial segments. Our technologies place an emphasis on high quality and ease of use, while significantly enhancing both safety and lifestyle in homes and buildings. We believe that our products are a necessity in every room in both homes and other buildings in the U.S. and globally. For more information, please visit our website at www.skyplug.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements made in this press release are not based on historical facts, but are forward-looking statements. These statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “can,” “could,” “continue,” “estimate,” “expect,” “evaluate,” “forecast,” “guidance,” “intend,” “likely,” “may,” “might,” “objective,” “ongoing,” “outlook,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “probable,” “project,” “seek,” “should,” “target” “view,” “will,” or “would,” or the negative thereof or other variations thereon or comparable terminology, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. These statements reflect the Company’s reasonable judgment with respect to future events and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which have outcomes difficult to predict and may be outside our control, that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include statements relating to the Company’s ability to successfully launch, commercialize, develop additional features and achieve market acceptance of its products and technologies and integrate its products and technologies with third-party platforms or technologies; the Company’s efforts and ability to drive the adoption of its products and technologies as a standard feature, including their use in homes, hotels, offices and cruise ships; the Company’s ability to capture market share; the Company’s estimates of its potential addressable market and demand for its products and technologies; the Company’s ability to raise additional capital to support its operations as needed, which may not be available on acceptable terms or at all; the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern; the Company’s ability to execute on any sales and licensing or other strategic opportunities; the possibility that any of the Company’s products will become National Electrical Code (NEC)-code or otherwise code mandatory in any jurisdiction, or that any of the Company’s current or future products or technologies will be adopted by any state, country, or municipality, within any specific timeframe or at all; risks arising from mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and other collaborations; the Company’s ability to attract and retain key executives and qualified personnel; guidance provided by management, which may differ from the Company’s actual operating results; the potential impact of unstable market and economic conditions on the Company’s business, financial condition, and stock price; and other risks and uncertainties described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its periodic reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q. There can be no assurance as to any of the foregoing matters.

Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date of this press release, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by U.S. federal securities laws.

As cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin, ether and dogecoin continue to experience steady growth, investors are increasingly seeking stable, low-risk ways to earn returns. Cloud mining has emerged as a popular alternative, especially for those aiming to generate passive income without technical complexity.

BTC Miner, a regulated cloud mining platform, says it provides users with a fully automated and accessible way to earn daily crypto income.

Platform Offers $500 Bonus and Up to $50,000 in Referral Rewards

To attract new users, BTC Miner is offering an instant $500 welcome bonus upon registration. The platform also includes a referral program that allows participants to earn up to $50,000 by inviting others to join and invest.

The company says the platform is suited for both beginners and experienced investors, offering a user-friendly interface, smart contract automation and daily payout mechanisms.

Multi-Currency Support and Regulatory Oversight

BTC Miner supports deposits and withdrawals in a variety of leading cryptocurrencies, including BTC, ETH, LTC, USDT, USDC, XRP, SOL, DOGE and BCH. All mining contracts are executed via smart contracts, providing automated and efficient returns without manual action.

As a regulated platform, BTC Miner emphasizes compliance and fund security as key pillars of its offering.

Getting Started With BTC Miner

To begin earning with BTC Miner:

• Visit the official website at www.btcminer.net
• Register for an account and claim the $500 bonus
• Select a mining contract (starting at $200)
• Begin earning daily passive income through automated mining
• Invite others to increase rewards through the referral program

User Testimonials

“I used to trade bitcoin, but the volatility was too stressful,” said Li, a user in Beijing. “Since I started using BTC Miner, I’ve seen stable daily earnings and no longer worry about market swings.”

Helen, a crypto investor in London, added: “As an early DOGE supporter, I was drawn to BTC Miner’s low entry cost and reliable returns. I’ve already recommended it to many friends.”

Contact Information

Visit the company's official website at www.btcminer.net or email info@btcminer.net to learn more.

Bold Reuse, a leader in reusable packaging systems for venues, is launching a two-month pilot program deploying radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology in partnership with Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY), a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. The initiative will bring real-time visibility and smart tracking to monitor the entire lifecycle of reusable cups — from distribution and return to wash cycles and end-of-life.

The pilot will be deployed at Bold Reuse’s Portland-based wash-hub and two of Portland’s major league sports venues: The Moda Center, home of the Portland Trail Blazers, and Providence Park, home of the Portland Timbers and Thorns, with the combined locations reaching over 2 million people a year.

This pilot goes beyond basic inventory tracking — it represents a critical step forward in advancing smarter, data-informed reuse systems. With RFID technology, Bold Reuse and its partners are unlocking item-level metrics that reveal how cups move through the system, where losses occur, and how user behavior impacts return rates. These insights are key to driving operational efficiency, reducing waste and enhancing the fan experience. Ultimately, the data gathered through this pilot will shape more effective reuse strategies and support broader sustainability goals across sports and entertainment venues.

“This pilot is about unlocking operational intelligence at scale,” said Jocelyn Quarrell, CEO of Bold Reuse. “With RFID, we can track every single cup throughout its journey, giving our partners transparency and performance metrics to make reuse as seamless and scalable as possible.”

Through fixed RFID readers installed at key points within the service center, and handheld devices used at partner venues, the pilot will passively collect key data, including:

• Cup return vs. loss rates
• Average number of wash cycles per cup
• Inventory dwell times
• % of cups retired, rewashed or damaged

Data is crucial for the success of reusable products and underpins the reuse economy. The data will allow Bold Reuse to optimize its service center operations, reduce waste, and extend the life of its products — ultimately making reuse more cost-effective and sustainable for its customers.

“Bold Reuse is paving the way for smarter reuse systems,” said Michael Colarossi, head of enterprise sustainability, Avery Dennison. “Together, we’re delivering a scalable, item-level traceability solution that enables real-time accountability and transparency in reuse. This is made possible through our unique combination of materials science expertise — specifically in performance adhesives — and our deep knowledge of RFID technology. We ensure items can withstand repeated wash cycles without compromising RFID functionality, empowering consumers to reuse items again and again.”

Partner Perspectives

Moda Center

“At Moda Center, we’re proud to already operate a successful reusable cup program through Rip City Reuse, which has eliminated more than 917,000 single-use cups to date — and we’re on track to hit 1 million cups diverted this year,” said Brittany Saulsbury, sustainability operations manager at the Portland Trailblazers. “With this RFID pilot, we’re excited to enhance the system by gathering deeper data insights to help us further optimize the fan experience and continue driving waste reduction at Moda Center.”

Providence Park

“We’re always looking for ways to raise the bar on sustainability at Providence Park, and this RFID pilot with Bold Reuse is an exciting leap forward,” said Ashley Highsmith, chief operations officer, Portland Timbers. “It’s not just about reducing waste — it’s about embracing innovation to create smarter, more efficient systems. With this technology, we’re gaining powerful insights that will help us scale our impact, engage fans in new ways, and set a new standard for what sustainability can look like in sports and entertainment.”

In the future, the RFID tracking system could serve as a blueprint for widespread implementation across Bold Reuse’s growing network of venues nationwide.

About Bold Reuse

Bold Reuse partners with venues, corporate campuses, and institutions to power circular systems through reusable packaging, logistics, and data-driven operations. Headquartered in Portland, OR, the company’s mission is to eliminate single-use waste and build a scalable infrastructure for reuse. For more information, visit www.boldreuse.com.

About Avery Dennison

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

As the digital currency market expands, cloud mining is emerging as a new avenue for investors seeking passive income without the complexity of traditional mining.

Traditional cryptocurrency mining has long been associated with high costs, technical barriers and energy consumption. In response, cloud mining platforms—many powered by renewable energy—are positioning themselves as more accessible and environmentally friendly alternatives. These platforms promise users the ability to earn returns without managing hardware or energy-intensive operations.

One such platform, AAS Miner, has combined cloud-based computing with clean energy sources such as wind and solar to run mining operations. The company says this approach reduces the environmental impact of crypto mining and improves operational efficiency.

“AAS Miner aims to lower the entry barrier for users interested in digital asset mining,” the company said in a statement. “Our goal is to make passive income possible without technical know-how or infrastructure.”

The platform reports it has more than 120 energy-efficient mining facilities globally and over 7.5 million users across 180 countries. New users are able to register, purchase a computing contract and begin earning daily returns without physical involvement in the mining process.

According to the company, AAS Miner offers multiple contract tiers, with earnings claimed to reach as high as $5,000 per day depending on investment level and contract type. For example, a $5,500 contract may yield $88 per day over a 30-day period, totaling $7,640 after both principal and interest.

In addition to earnings potential, AAS Miner highlights its focus on security and reliability. The platform uses multilayer encryption, real-time monitoring and a custody system to manage user assets. It also cites a 24/7 support team and transparent income tracking features.

The company also operates an affiliate program that offers up to $22,000 in referral bonuses, along with a permanent 5% commission on invited users’ activity. AAS Miner supports withdrawals and payments in more than nine cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin, ether and USDT.

New users who register may receive a $10 sign-up bonus and up to $0.80 for daily check-ins, according to the platform.

AAS Miner positions itself as a simple entry point for crypto newcomers and a scalable investment option for experienced users looking for passive income.

For more information or to explore mining contract options, visit the official AAS Miner website at gbaasia.com.

From 19th-century stagecoach stop to charming Southern California gem, Old Town Temecula has become one of Southern California’s most charming and nostalgic destinations because it offers a unique blend of past and present. Dotted with unique shops, museums, eclectic tasting rooms, and a variety of eateries, visitors can explore and wander past preserved storefronts and original hitching posts before stepping into modern spaces.

“What's happening in Old Town Temecula is a true renaissance,” said Scott A. Wilson, CEO of Visit Temecula Valley. “We're seeing this amazing mix of Old West charm mixed in with very cool modern vibes. It’s a living, breathing place that's constantly evolving, and it’s a must-see for any Temecula visitor."

Old Town Temecula’s dining landscape continues to thrive. While established classics like 1909, Goat & Vine and Gambling Cowboy remain local favorites, a new wave of innovative eateries are adding to the mix with interesting dining concepts. Haven Haus Cafe offers a relaxed, tropical vibe where diners can enjoy a festive brunch or dinner. Ten Hut, a bold Korean-style pub, offers crispy Korean fried chicken, bold Kogi tacos, and BBQ sliders that take pub food to the next level. Once an 18th century homestead, Small Barn is now a stylish modern bistro offering globally inspired flavors, fresh and seasonal menus, and thoughtful pairings.

Old Town tasting rooms like Temecula Olive Oil Company, Big Nose Winery, La Fata Cellars, Corbeaux Wine & Tea House, and soon-to-open Humble Somm, keep the region’s wine and agricultural legacy alive—one pour at a time.

Another historic landmark restaurant, the Swing Inn Café, was originally built in 1927 and is now owned by actor Dean Norris. The “Breaking Bad” and “CSI” star is often seen chatting with diners as they enjoy his slow-cooked BBQ and house specials. Located around the corner from the popular Old Town Farmer’s Market on Sixth and Front, E.A.T. Marketplace continues to champion farm-to-table dining and offer event space for local makers and mavericks to gather. A few doors down, Grazing Theory, which was recognized as Best Small Cheese Shop in America by Yelp, offers beautifully designed charcuterie boards, sandwich platters, and customized brunch options for delivery or pick-up.

On a lot that was once a busy lumberyard, the Temecula Stampede now stands as the largest country and western dance venue on the West Coast. Guests are invited to kick up their heels with line dancing lessons every Friday evening. Just across the street, you'll find Baily's Restaurant, another Old Town landmark with a fascinating past. This location was once the famed "Art Shack" of renowned artist Ralph Love. Born in Los Angeles in 1907, Love established his Temecula studio and classroom there in the mid-1950s. Today, a plaque honoring Love is displayed on the restaurant’s patio.

Inside the Hotel Temecula building, which was built in 1891, Weld + Wool attracts shoppers looking for customized Western hats and permanent jewelry. Across the street, Professor Pennypickle’s Workshop is an award-winning, STEM-focused museum that offers kids and families an imaginative, playful, and hands-on world of science and invention. Around the corner at Old Town Temecula Mining Co. & Mercantile, kids can pan for gems, test their aim in a laser shooting gallery, and shop for nostalgic candy and crystals. Newly opened on Main Street, Coffee Til Cocktails boutique is a one-stop shop offering clothing, on-trend accessories and a Trucker Hat Bar. Visitors can also explore Old Town’s eccentric side by visiting the Historic Jail or engaging with Zoltar (made famous in the movie, "Big").

Throughout the summer months, Old Town’s patios, bars, and tasting rooms come alive with plenty of live music and entertainment options, seasonal sips, and warm-weather vibes. On July 16, the Summer Taste of Old Town invites guests to enjoy a curated “sip and stroll” through the district, with small bites and drinks from a lineup of local businesses.

Old Town Temecula isn’t just a place to eat or shop. It’s a unique reflection of the Old West, with a nod to the past and an eye on the future. Old Town Temecula’s revitalization reflects the broader story of Temecula Valley: a destination shaped by independent thinkers, risk-takers, and community-minded creatives. It’s where SoCal history meets handcrafted hospitality.

EurekaMag, a digital library in business for nearly two decades, has now completed delivery of 100,000 scanned articles with an average of 15–20 articles per day.

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Many think luck is just a fantasy—but BetFury users know otherwise. From casual players to crypto thrill-seekers, our community has repeatedly turned single bets into unforgettable wins. These aren’t just stories — they’re real moments, emotions, and life-changing experiences.

Highlighted BetFury Success Stories

At BetFury, we celebrate every big win, not just with prizes, but by sharing those moments with the world. Below are some of the most inspiring victories in crypto gambling, showcasing just how far one lucky moment can take you.

From Pocket Change to $170K+

A player known as Magi154571 shattered expectations — and the BetFury Mines board — by hitting an insane x5,149,330 multiplier. With just $0.03, they walked away with a jaw-dropping payout of over $170,000.

This user said: "Maybe I can tell you something like 'going for a coffee and coming back to find out an x5 million multi win.' It can't get better than that in gambling. Especially when you can share the win with a great VIP community in the VIP Chat Room. I was also pleased to have a great time as part of a beautiful experience."

The VIP Newbie Got $74K

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$42K+ Win in Crazy Time

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Plinko + Slots = $17K+ in One Day

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Top Games That Made Our Winners

The BetFury platform offers over 8,000 slots from top providers, along with original games featuring a market-leading RTP of up to 99.28%.

•  Mines: Classic risk-based gameplay with insane multipliers;
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Worldwide Banners has officially launched its investment platform in Australia, offering eligible investors the opportunity to directly participate in brand advertising campaigns as an alternative asset class. Operating as an Authorised Representative of Capital Guard, a licensed and regulated entity in Australia, Worldwide Banners provides a transparent and structured approach to investing outside traditional markets.

While Australia’s investment landscape offers a wide range of opportunities, access to the performance-linked returns of brand advertising campaigns has traditionally been limited. Worldwide Banners aims to fill this gap by offering a platform that allows investors to diversify beyond conventional assets such as shares and bonds. The platform is designed for individuals seeking to access niche sectors and benefit from clearly defined investment parameters.

A spokesperson for Worldwide Banners said:

"Our expansion into the Australian market responds to increasing demand for alternatives that align with modern investment goals. Our platform offers access to curated advertising campaigns, with full visibility into each strategy, timeline, and sector. This allows investors to make informed decisions within a regulated framework.”

Investor capital is allocated across a selection of advertising campaigns spanning industries such as technology, retail, lifestyle, and travel. Each campaign is presented with detailed information, allowing users to review opportunities based on their own investment criteria. Importantly, these investments carry risk and returns are not guaranteed.

Meeting Demand for Alternative Investments

The platform has launched at a time when Australian investors, particularly pre-retirees and sophisticated individuals, are actively exploring options beyond traditional asset classes. As financial awareness grows, so does the appetite for assets that present unique risk/return profiles. Worldwide Banners seeks to support this shift by offering tools and transparency that allow investors to evaluate opportunities independently.

“Our role is to give Australians access to a professionally managed platform where they can explore brand advertising as an asset class. We provide comprehensive information on each campaign and ensure compliance with all local regulatory standards. No financial advice is given,” the spokesperson added.

Wetour Travel Tech, the U.S.-based innovation arm of Webus International Limited (Nasdaq: WETO), today announced its groundbreaking Web3 roadmap aimed at revolutionizing global tourism. With stablecoin payments, tokenized loyalty programs, and instant supplier settlements on deck, the company positions itself as a crypto-native gateway connecting America’s blockchain infrastructure to Asia’s fast-growing, mobile-first travel markets.

In an in-depth interview, 25-year-old founder and CEO Nan Zheng outlined how Wetour’s blockchain-based ecosystem will remove friction from payments and loyalty systems, allowing travelers to move value across borders as easily as they send a text. “Gen Z won’t tolerate hidden fees or seven-day payout cycles,” Zheng said. “They expect money to move at the speed of their lifestyle.”

Where Crypto Meets Travel—Deeper Than Just “Pay With Coins”

1. Tokenized loyalty, not just points with new paint

• Traditional programs trap value inside proprietary ledgers; breakage rates often exceed 25 %, hurting travelers and brands alike. By minting each point as a transferable on-chain token:
• Travelers see real-time balances and can spend or trade fractional points—even 0.0004 of a night—exactly when they need them.
• Brands gain unbeatable transparency on issuance and redemption, allowing dynamic pricing of rewards instead of quarterly manual reconciliations.
• Third-party apps can layer new utilities—think “stake Hilton tokens for a free spa credit” or “swap Marriott tokens for airline seat upgrades” without bilateral IT projects.

2. Cross-brand bridges that finally break the silos

In today’s ecosystem, a Hilton point and a MileagePlus® mile live on different databases. An open, ERC-20 style wrapper lets each brand retain its economics and branding while granting customers a one-click swap path through a neutral bridge smart contract. Wetour sees three immediate outcomes:

• Reduced ‘orphan points’: Tokens flow to whichever program delivers the next trip, raising engagement across the board.
• Composable promotions: A city-pass DApp could bundle a Marriott night, an Uber ride and a Wetour local tour into a single NFT ticket, settled atomically on chain.
• Balance-sheet clarity: When unredeemed liabilities sit on an immutable ledger, CFOs can price them accurately and even securitize future redemptions.

3. Instant, KYC-baked supplier payouts

Every stablecoin payment carries a verifiable DID credential on XPR, so anti-fraud checks run before funds move. Payout cycles drop from T+7 to T+0, easing working-capital pressure on smaller operators and lowering insurance costs for wholesalers.

What the Roadmap Looks Like in Practice

• Late 2025: Stablecoin checkout. USDC and similar regulated coins go live on WetourGlobal.com, its mobile app, and partner APIs.
• Early 2026: Smart-contract payouts. Hotels, drivers and guides in the U.S. and Japan receive funds within seconds of guest check-in.
• Mid-2026 (beta): Token-native loyalty. Points land directly in travelers’ wallets; fractional, real-time redemptions launch.
• 2H 2026 (pilot): Cross-program bridge layer. Wetour is studying a tokenized “bridge layer” that could one day let members move value between stalwarts such as Hilton Honors, Marriott Bonvoy and United MileagePlus—turning stranded points into spend-anywhere purchasing power. No binding commitments have been made, but technical proofs of concept are under way.

Young CEO, Young Customer Base

Nan’s age mirrors Wetour’s core audience. Internal dashboards show a decidedly youthful skew among U.S. users, while Wetour’s brand has gained traction with hundreds of thousands of Gen Z and Millennial travelers in Japan, Korea, Singapore and Hong Kong—regions where curiosity about blockchain spending runs high.

“That dual reach is our super-power,” Nan says. “We give Asian guests a compliant way to deploy crypto in the U.S., while offering American Crypto firms a live sandbox for Asia’s most engaged tourists.”

The Wetour Edge

• Founder-led, Gen Z DNA: Leadership that feels the same pain points it’s fixing.
• America-based innovation hub: As a U.S. domestic company, Wetour is plugged into the world’s deepest crypto talent pool and regulatory dialogue.
• North America + Asia-Pacific footprint: Strong brand equity and growing user communities on both sides of the Pacific create a two-way bridge for value and influence.
• Single token standard: One on-chain framework spans payments, loyalty and supplier settlement, cutting integration friction.

Two-Way Bridge for Value—and Influence

For Asian travelers:

• Stablecoin checkout removes costly FX spreads and bank declines.
• On-chain loyalty lets them earn instantly in a currency they understand, not in a program that may never be useful back home.

For U.S. crypto enterprises:

• Wetour provides a regulated, consumer-facing showcase to reach millions of Asian users without building local rails from scratch.
• The open Loyalty-API sandbox (slated for early 2026) gives fintechs, airlines and hospitality groups a test bed to pilot Web3 rewards with zero long-term lock-in.

“Think of us as the ‘international terminal’ for America’s crypto industry,” Nan added. “We clear the regulatory and UX hurdles so innovators can focus on crafting amazing experiences, not wrestling with cross-border payments.”

Why Nasdaq Backing Matters

Wetour benefits from the public-market stature of its parent, Webus International Limited (WETO), on Nasdaq, which brings audited disclosures, institutional governance, and ready access to capital. This brand-trust dividend lets airlines and hotel groups explore crypto pilots with Wetour without reputational risk or funding uncertainty.

“We can run long-cycle R&D because WETO has institutional access to capital,” Nan notes. “That means product deadlines are driven by user value, not runway panic.”

An Open Invitation

Wetour is now inviting airlines, hotel groups, fintech startups, and travel brands to co-build the next generation of travel. “We’re builders, not gatekeepers,” Zheng emphasized. “If you’re ready to scale real-world Web3 solutions, our door is open.”

A promising new chapter in infection control has opened as AseptiScope® announces its recent peer-reviewed publication of clinical results using its DiskCover® System, a touch-free stethoscope hygiene solution, by the Journal of Infectiology and Epidemiology. The study documents how healthcare professionals at the Memphis VA Medical Center integrated the system into their infection prevention protocols, resulting in an unprecedented reduction of Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSIs) to zero over a one-year period.

Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSIs)

CLABSIs are among the most severe and preventable hospital-acquired infections, typically occurring when pathogens enter the bloodstream via a central venous catheter. These lines are commonly used in critical care to administer medication or collect diagnostic data. Despite rigorous hygiene protocols, including antiseptic bathing and aseptic line management, CLABSI rates persist, posing serious threats to already-vulnerable patients. Until now, stethoscope hygiene has never been included in CLABSI prevention bundles.

“The problem with central line infections is that critically ill patients are vulnerable, and these preventable occurrences can shift a routine procedure into a deadly, critical emergency,” stated Nicole Kupchik, clinical nurse specialist and leading authority on critical care nursing. “This is not only a significant professional challenge, but I lost a dear friend going through cancer treatment to this preventable, deadly infection.”

That changed when infection control specialists Naomi Ragsdale and Wendy Simpson at the Memphis VA took a bold step. Recognizing the stethoscope as a significant but often overlooked vector, frequently called the clinician’s “third hand,” they incorporated AseptiScope’s DiskCover System into their CLABSI prevention strategy. The result: a complete elimination of CLABSIs over a 12-month span.

AseptiScope’s DiskCover System

The DiskCover System works by automatically applying a sterile, single-use barrier to the diaphragm of a stethoscope, ensuring that each patient encounter begins with a clean device, something that traditional alcohol wipes fail to guarantee. In fact, numerous studies have shown that not only are alcohol wipes often used incorrectly or inconsistently, but some hospital pathogens are increasingly resistant to alcohol-based disinfectants altogether.

Unlike manual cleaning, the DiskCover System is intuitive, immediate, and compatible with fast-paced clinical environments. Located near hand hygiene stations, the device activates with a wave of the stethoscope, applying a clean disk in a second, allowing for seamless patient care without compromising safety.

Cindy Cadwell, a nurse practitioner, patient safety and quality expert, has been focused on the problem of stethoscope hygiene for years. “Our clinical teams want to do all the right things, but today’s world is fast moving, and even with the most diligent cleaning, more pathogens than ever are increasingly resistant to cleaning with alcohol and other disinfectants,” said Cadwell. “So, a barrier system that breaks direct contact is exactly what we’ve been waiting for; high-quality infection control, that is both clinician and workflow friendly.”

Kathleen Vollman, president of the World Federation of Critical Care Nurses, emphasized the implications: “The stethoscope has been a problem without a solution for a long time, and it seems we finally have what we need here. Tools like this are elegant in their simplicity, but have a huge impact on healthcare. Ultimately, innovation like this saves patient lives, saves time for our clinical teams, and saves money for our hospitals.”

Physicians, too, are taking note. Dr. Frank Peacock, a medical doctor, leading authority on stethoscope hygiene and infection control, and co-founder of AseptiScope, stated during an event for the CDC’s Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion (DHQP) last year on the subject: “Placing a disk cover barrier on stethoscopes using a touch-free dispenser means I barely break stride when applying them, and ensures clean patient exams for the first time in my career. The visible barrier doesn’t just give me confidence, it also gives the patient comfort, which is fantastic."

AseptiScope, a California-based medical device startup, was founded by a team of healthcare veterans. CEO Scott W. Mader, a longtime clinical innovation expert, said the company was born out of a recognition of the overlooked infection risks of stethoscopes.

“I’ve spent my career bringing health innovations to market, and when we say this enormous gap in patient safety, as the stethoscope is like the clinician touching patients with a dirty third hand,” said Mader. “The touch-free application of the perfectly clean disk cover barrier blocks any pathogen exposure instantly”.

While the DiskCover System is still relatively new to hospitals, its impact is expanding quickly. AseptiScope reports that major cancer centers, urgent care clinics, and primary care facilities are now deploying the device to protect patients, particularly those who are immunocompromised or medically fragile.

“Now our customers are confirming this is not just another product; it’s a public health intervention,” Mader added. “This low-cost, high-impact innovation could prevent life-threatening infections for millions of patients.”

Looking forward, AseptiScope is developing additional touch-free devices based on the same principle of automated aseptic barriers. As the Memphis VA’s success story gains national attention, hospitals across the U.S. are taking notice. In an age where healthcare systems are under enormous strain and antimicrobial resistance continues to rise, tools like the DiskCover System may offer a critical path forward.