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Cardano and XRP Investors Explore New Opportunities in the MemeFi Space Amid Dogecoin's Stagnation

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While regulatory uncertainty surrounding XRP appears to be easing, and Cardano is showing signs of recovery, Dogecoin (DOGE) is facing bearish pressure, leading traders to look for the next big opportunity. Meanwhile, Cutoshi ($CUTO), an emerging MemeFi project, is gaining momentum with its community-focused ecosystem and presale movement, setting itself apart from traditional meme coins. Regulatory Shifts and XRP’s Changing Landscape The SEC is dealing with some internal shake-ups, which could mean it will soften its crypto enforcement. Former enforcement head John Reed Stark recently declared that they might drop the Ripple appeal, hinting at a change in how they view digital assets. Meanwhile, XRP has been consolidating below the key $3 resistance level. It started last week at $2.75, then faced a lot of selling. Traders say if it can break past $3, it might climb to between $4.30 and $6.40. But if it can't, it could drop back down to $1.90 or $2. Cardano’s Market Struggles and Signs of Recovery Cardano (ADA) has been experiencing market volatility, recently achieving a near 4% recovery despite negative sentiment stemming from the Bybit exchange theft. Technical signs point to potential growth, with patterns like a cup-and-handle forming. However, its future direction remains uncertain. However, ADA remains at a crucial juncture. If the token fails to hold the $0.74 level, analysts predict a sharp drop to $0.65. At the same time, if it surpasses $0.78, a surge toward $0.85 could follow. With ADA still trading below the 200-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA), trend strength remains weak, making MemeFi an attractive sector for ADA investors seeking higher returns. Dogecoin’s Stagnation: The Death Cross Looms Once the undisputed leader of memecoins, Dogecoin is showing signs of stagnation. Despite active addresses increasing by 34%, price action has remained lackluster, currently trading 66% below its all-time high of $0.73. Technical traders warn that Dogecoin is nearing a “death cross”, where the 23-day moving average crosses below the 200-day moving average—a classic bearish signal. If this materializes, DOGE could fall to $0.18, representing a 26% decline. The worst-case scenario would see DOGE revisiting pre-November 2023 levels at $0.13, marking a 72% decline from recent peaks. How Cutoshi Prioritizes Community Ownership with Long-Term Viability Cutoshi, the Ethereum based utility memecoin that is set to rival other trending memecoins such as Dogwifhat and Bonk, and may turn out to be the next memefi coin set for 100x growth. At the heart of Cutoshi’s ecosystem is its upcoming multi-chain decentralized exchange (DEX), which will enable users to trade assets across different blockchains securely and privately—without the need to connect their wallets. Cutoshi also plans to increase user participation through Cutoshi Quests and Farming, a gamified yield farming program designed to encourage engagement and reward users. Participants can complete missions, unlock various in-game achievements, and earn "Cutopoints," which can be in turn redeemed for various ecosystem benefits. Investors will also have an option to invest into Cutoshi’s staking programs, which can earn them passive income while actively contributing to the $CUTO ecosystem’s liquidity. Cutoshi is also launching a collection of 8,000 exclusive NFTs to reward active community members and early adopters. These features provide opportunities for long-term wealth accumulation, making Cutoshi more than just a speculative asset. Cutoshi’s presale has gained remarkable traction, signaling strong trader confidence. The presale has gone through multiple stages, with the token price surging from an initial $0.015 to $0.0487 in Stage 5, marking a significant increase, with over $2.1 million invested in total. Cutoshi Live, Learn More Below: Price: $0.0487 per $CUTO Supply: 440,000,000 tokens (ERC-20) Website: https://cutoshi.com Whitepaper: https://cutoshi.com/whitepaper Telegram: https://t.me/cutoshicommunity X (Twitter): https://x.com/CutoshiToken Cutoshi is a revolutionary meme coin inspired by the Chinese Lucky Cat and Satoshi Nakamoto’s teachings. It’s based on decentralization, privacy, and monetary freedom, embodying the blockchain's original purpose and ethos. Cutoshi has a vision - to introduce more people to cryptocurrencies and bring financial freedom to all who want it. Contact Details Camila Perez support@cutoshi.com Company Website https://cutoshi.com/

March 08, 2025 03:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Pepe Coin's Dominance Challenged: Cardano and XRP Investors Explore New MemeFi Opportunities with Cutoshi

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The meme coin market has taken a turn in recent years with tokens such as Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) triggering speculative trading in the crypto space. Nevertheless, in 2023, Pepe Coin (PEPE) burst onto the scene with force, fueled by meme culture and community-driven hype. At its peak, PEPE had over a $3.94 billion market capitalization, indicating that meme coins had now grown beyond jokes to standard financial assets. The Path Ahead For PEPE: According to The Block, network growth has stabilized in Pepe, as the active address ratio remains about flat, and the price has witnessed a great 39.56% decrease in the last month. Extra scope for new-age useful utility outside the field of Pepe seems an inviting target for investors. In Cardano (ADA) and XRP communities, these may be values directed toward real long-term aspects and decentralized innovations. The Cardano ecosystem has drawn one closer to decentralization and achieved a correspondingly increased Total Value Locked (TVL) in DeFi applications by 22.4%, crossing the $383.7 million mark. Meanwhile, XRP had some stability challenges that required urgent 2.3.0 version updates on XRPL node operators to improve their infrastructure's resilience. With all of this in mind, holders of ADA and XRP seem to be scouting for a new project-fusing meme appeal with the actual utility niche that Cutoshi (CUTO) aims to fill. Unlike traditional meme coins that rely entirely on hype, Cutoshi includes DeFi functionality, cross-chain compatibility, and community incentives to set the stage for sustainable long-term adoption. Let us examine just how Pepe's stagnation can be a hotbed for any trader and how Cutoshi is set to fill the next big gap in the MemeFi sector. Cutoshi: Multi-Chain DEX That Will Change Crypto’s Future Cutoshi's primary innovation, among others, consists of a multi-chain DEX, through which seamless asset drop can take place between different blockchain networks. Cutoshi’s DEX offers its users more privacy, reduced fees, and improved liquidity as compared to centralized exchanges which are hindered by certain constraints that they must comply with. It eliminates many of the bottlenecks seen in traditional DeFi platforms by creating a connection between disparate blockchain ecosystems. Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) believe Cutoshi is truly decentralised, true to Satoshi Nakamoto’s mission of monetary freedom for everyone. As of Feb 2025, large players and institutional traders are hoarding Bitcoin, which has made a stumbling block for retail traders to enter the crypto market. Cutoshi is the solution — a community-driven ecosystem where wealth generation is not a privilege for an elite but accessible to all. Cutoshi’s branding is heavily influenced by the Lucky Cat, which represents prosperity and good fortune in Asian cultures. This motif goes beyond aesthetics, reinforcing the project’s mission to bring wealth and success to its community. Gamified experiences are also at the heart of Cutoshi's growth strategy! Its ecosystem allows the user to participate through quests, farming rewards, and NFT-driven challenges, making them incentives while keeping the members as active participants. CUTO tokens bring utility, which has been a longstanding pain point for many traders who have wished to enter the meme coin market but stepped back due to the utility issue. Cutoshi's presale is in Stage 5 of 6 now, with a token price of $0.045. As the presale continues the price is intended to rise, giving early buyers the competitive edge over late joiners. Cutoshi is doing better than many established meme tokens, with its presale already surpassed $2 million as of Feb. 26, 2025. The project managed to raise over $900,000 through its presale, before going viral on X (formerly Twitter). Not only did it send Cutoshi higher on the #1 trending charts but it also opened the floodgates to MemeFi's ecosystem to a more international and diverse audience, bringing the focus back to what the crypto ecosystem has stood for since Nakamoto’s Bitcoin launch in 2009. The MemeFi sector is growing exponentially, with a 12.76% uptick in the last 24 hours, making it a “lucky” time for new investors to join the Cutoshi bull run. Cutoshi Live, Learn More Below: Price: $0.0487 per $CUTO Supply: 440,000,000 tokens (ERC-20) Website: https://cutoshi.com Whitepaper: https://cutoshi.com/whitepaper Telegram: https://t.me/cutoshicommunity X (Twitter): https://x.com/CutoshiToken Cutoshi is a revolutionary meme coin inspired by the Chinese Lucky Cat and Satoshi Nakamoto’s teachings. It’s based on decentralization, privacy, and monetary freedom, embodying the blockchain's original purpose and ethos. Cutoshi has a vision - to introduce more people to cryptocurrencies and bring financial freedom to all who want it. Contact Details Cutoshi Camila Perez support@cutoshi.com Company Website https://cutoshi.com/

March 07, 2025 02:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Solana's Network Growth: The Rise and Fall of Its Meme Coins Compared to Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, and Emerging Tokens Like Cutoshi

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The Solana (SOL) network saw an overwhelming surge in memecoin activity in 2024 due to platforms like Pump.fun, which made it easy for memecoins to be created and launched. High-profile endorsements such as the U.S. President Donal Trump’s launch of the $TRUMP coin further helped fuel Solana’s network growth, though an endorsement of the $LIBRA token by Argentine President Javier Milei did the opposite, as $LIBRA fell into a scandal and caused a 25% drop in Solana’s token value. However, as Solana’s network continues to be challenged, memecoins from other networks such as Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) have experienced significant volatility but have maintained a presence in the crypto market. Amid this turbulence in the memecoin sector, new entrants like Cutoshi ($CUTO) are redefining the space by integrating decentralized finance (DeFi) functionalities and is predicted to be the next memefi coin projected for 100x growth. Dogecoin and Shiba Inu: Signs of Fatigue or Revival? The recent collapse of the Libra token, which triggered $99 million in trader losses and scandalized Argentine President Javier Milei, has intensified scrutiny on memecoins. Following the $LIBRA controversy, venture capitalist Nic Carter declared that the "Memecoins are unquestionably over," arguing that memecoins' main appeal—fair launches without insider advantages—has lost credibility. Despite its enduring status as the original memecoin, Dogecoin is showing signs of stagnation. Trading at $0.23—down 66% from its all-time high of $0.73 in 2021—DOGE has seen a 34% increase in active addresses, reaching 6.57 million monthly. Dogecoin's charts are showing signs of decline, with a "death cross" pattern indicating a potential drop. Meanwhile, some analysts think the market might change because of possible ETF news from Grayscale and Bitwise. On the other hand, Shiba Inu (SHIB) is seeing a big jump in activity from large traders, with their holdings increasing by over 90%. This suggests they're betting on a price recovery. If SHIB can break through the $0.00001660 mark, some predict a significant price increase. Cutoshi Presale Progress: Investor Confidence and Market Potential Cutoshi’s ecosystem is uniquely focused on its community, and plans to release its own multi-chain decentralized exchange (DEX), which would make it easy for users to seamlessly swap assets across various blockchains while maintaining privacy and security. Each transaction will have a 0.25% fee, with 80% of it distributed to liquidity providers and the remaining 20% used for token burns and buybacks, which will further help reinforce the token’s value. Some traders are predicting Cutoshi could outperform Shiba Inu and Dogecoin in Growth in 2025 and may bring back investor confidence in Ethereum based tokens. Beyond the DEX, Cutoshi will introduce "Cutoshi Quests and Farming," a gamified yield farming initiative that enhances community engagement through missions, achievements, and rewards. Participants will earn “Cutopoints,” which can be redeemed for various ecosystem benefits, fostering both interaction and passive income opportunities. Additionally, Cutoshi plans to launch a collection of 8,000 exclusive NFTs designed to reward early adopters and active community members. Early participants have benefited from limited-time bonuses, such as a 35% increase on deposits during promotional periods. Currently, Cutoshi is in Stage 5 of its presale, pricing each $CUTO token at $0.045. The presale has advanced through multiple stages, with the token price increasing from an initial $0.015 to $0.045 in Stage 5, reflecting a near 200% surge. The project has already raised over $2.1 million, signaling strong trader confidence. With 55% of the total 440 million token supply allocated to the presale, Cutoshi ensures significant community ownership from the outset, positioning itself as a compelling long-term investment opportunity. Cutoshi Live, Learn More Below: Price - $0.0487 per $CUTO Supply - 440,000,000 tokens (ERC-20) Website - https://cutoshi.com X (Twitter) - https://x.com/CutoshiToken Telegram - https://t.me/cutoshicommunity Cutoshi is a revolutionary meme coin inspired by the Chinese Lucky Cat and Satoshi Nakamoto’s teachings. It’s based on decentralization, privacy, and monetary freedom, embodying the blockchain's original purpose and ethos. Cutoshi has a vision - to introduce more people to cryptocurrencies and bring financial freedom to all who want it. Contact Details Cutoshi Camila Perez support@cutoshi.com Company Website https://cutoshi.com/

March 07, 2025 01:33 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Thunderball Results UK Launches New Website for Real-Time Lottery Updates

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Thunderball Results UK has launched a new website designed to provide accurate and real-time Thunderball lottery results to players across the UK. The platform offers a streamlined and reliable source for official results, historical data, and essential lottery information. As interest in the Thunderball lottery continues to grow, many players seek a dependable and user-friendly platform for checking results. The new website addresses this need by offering a range of features aimed at improving accessibility and user experience. Official and verified results are sourced directly to ensure accuracy, while a user-friendly interface allows seamless navigation across desktop and mobile devices. Additionally, a historical results archive provides access to past winning numbers, and a fast, secure system ensures timely updates without delays or interruptions. Beyond providing lottery results, the website serves as an informational resource for players looking to stay updated and informed. Whether someone plays regularly or occasionally, the platform is designed to offer instant and accurate access to the latest draw outcomes in a straightforward and efficient manner. “Our vision is to become the most trusted online source for Thunderball results, giving players peace of mind and confidence every time they check their numbers,” added McKenzie. “We are committed to transparency, reliability, and delivering a superior user experience.” About the company Thunderball Results UK is a dedicated online platform committed to delivering accurate, official, and real-time lottery results. Established to enhance the lottery experience for players across the UK, the website provides a secure, reliable, and user-friendly environment where users can effortlessly access the latest draw results and historical data. To explore the latest draws and stay updated, visit www.thunderballresults.uk. For further inquiries, contact: Company Name: Thunderball Results UK Email: info@thunderballresults.uk Address: The London Office Spring Groove London B363 UK No: +447486855302 Contact Details Thunderball Results UK Anthony McKenzie info@thunderballresults.uk Company Website https://thunderballresults.uk/

March 06, 2025 03:05 PM Eastern Standard Time

BridgeFT Wins Best WealthTech Solution Overall at the 2025 Global Private Banker WealthTech Awards

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BridgeFT, a cloud-native, API-first wealth infrastructure software company that enables enterprise wealth management firms, registered investment advisors (RIAs), turnkey asset management platforms (TAMPs), and Fintech innovators to deliver better, data-driven outcomes for their clients, announced today that it has been awarded the Best WealthTech Solution Overall award at the Global Private Banker WealthTech Awards 2025. The Global Private Banking Innovation Awards, organized by Global Private Banker, exist to identify, honor, and celebrate the world’s pre-eminent private banks, family offices, and wealth managers that demonstrate elite levels of advisory, unbiased research, and bespoke solutions and their distinguished individuals’ contribution to client service and strategic wealth preservation and growth capabilities. These awards are accolades of excellence and distinction, attributed to outstanding players and providing unbiased and objective benchmarks for the global industry. The Global Private Banking Innovation Awards 2025 are the world’s most authoritative and transparently judged private wealth awards recognizing the most innovative products and services, cutting-edge technological and digital capabilities, scalable customizations and rapid integration of ESG considerations across the global private banking landscape. “We are honored to be recognized by Global Private Banker this year for the impact our WealthTech API platform makes on a wide variety of financial institutions," said Joe Stensland, Chief Executive Officer of BridgeFT. “We are off to an amazing start in 2025,d and awards like this further validate our commitment to empowering wealth management firms and wealthtechs with modern technology that makes it easier to access total wealth data aggregation to power next generation applications and advanced analytics.” BridgeFT’s WealthTech API offers a single, open API to trade-ready, multi-custodial data, advanced analytics, and application services. WealthTech API eliminates the need for individual data feeds from a range of custodians and back-office providers, enabling wealth management firms and wealthtech application providers to create differentiated, client-advisor experiences. BridgeFT is the wealth management industry’s only source for total wealth data. Global Private Banker states several key factors which led to their selection of BridgeFT as the winner for Best WealthTech Solution Overall. BridgeFT’s WealthTech-as-a-Service (WtaaS) platform is API-first and cloud-native. It revolutionizes wealth management applications by streamlining access to high-quality, multi-custodial total wealth data. With seamless integration, enriched analytics, and composable application services, BridgeFT empowers financial institutions and wealthtechs to build innovative, scalable solutions that enhance client experiences and drive personalized interactions. About BridgeFT BridgeFT is a cloud-native, API-first wealth infrastructure software company that enables financial institutions, FinTech innovators, TAMPs, and registered investment advisors to deliver better, data-driven outcomes for their clients. Our WealthTech-as-a-Service platform, WealthTech API, makes wealth management technology better by accelerating, simplifying and reducing the cost of app development and maintenance, so our clients can focus on delivering next generation wealth management applications and unique digital experiences that amplify their differentiators. Leading financial services firms and technology companies trust BridgeFT to power their digital wealth management ecosystems and automate critical back-office operations — seamlessly aligning multi-custodial data aggregation, advanced analytics and reporting, and application services to deliver truly personalized client experiences. For more information, visit bridgeft.com. Contact Details For BridgeFT Peter Page, Vocatus ppage@vocatusllc.com Company Website https://www.bridgeft.com/

March 06, 2025 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

FTN Network Partners with Yahoo Sports to Deliver Simulation-Based Fantasy Insights

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FTN Network, a leader in betting, fantasy sports, and DFS insights powered by advanced data, is partnering with Yahoo Sports to provide cutting-edge fantasy projections for baseball, basketball, and football ahead of the 2025 MLB season. Through this collaboration, Yahoo will feature FTN’s simulation-driven player projections, giving fantasy users, from casual players to seasoned experts, access to some of the most advanced lineup strategies and player evaluations available today. FTN’s proprietary model runs 10,000 simulations per game, factoring in matchups, player trends, injuries, and deep statistical analysis to provide unmatched predictive accuracy. By moving beyond traditional box score stats and static rankings, Yahoo fantasy users will gain access to advanced, data-driven insights that enhance decision-making in real time. “The continuous growth of fantasy sports demands fresh, innovative approaches that give users a true competitive edge,” said Frank Brank, Chief Data Officer at FTN. “By integrating our predictive simulation technology with Yahoo Sports, one of the largest fantasy platforms in the world, we’re elevating player evaluations and lineup strategies in ways that haven’t been done before.” This partnership extends FTN’s industry-leading data capabilities across MLB, NBA, and NFL fantasy sports, ensuring Yahoo Sports users benefit from year-round insights. FTN’s proprietary simulations give Yahoo a distinct advantage in an evolving fantasy landscape where data-driven decision-making is more valuable than ever. “Joining Yahoo’s aggregate projection system further cements FTN as a leader in sports analytics,” said Perry Gershon, CEO at FTN. “Our simulation-driven insights will continue to push the fantasy sports industry forward, helping fans and media companies make the most accurate, data-backed decisions possible. As analytics-based fantasy sports rise in popularity, FTN remains at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge player and team projections.” For more details on this partnership, click here. About FTN Network FTN Network is a premier sports data and fantasy sports media company, offering cutting-edge analytics and customizable tools for fantasy sports and sports betting enthusiasts. Since its founding in 2020, FTN has built a unique data ecosystem that transforms raw numbers into actionable insights, helping users make the smartest decisions possible in their fantasy leagues and wagers. Contact Details Sterling A. Randle +1 801-319-6153 srandle@hotpaperlantern.com

March 06, 2025 08:03 AM Eastern Standard Time

Avrio Acquires TokenSphere to Deliver Tokenized Real-World Assets To The Market

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In a strategic move to transform the future of fund management and real-world asset tokenization, Avrio Worldwide PBC (Avrio), a leading financial technology and data group, has acquired TokenSphere, a pioneering digital platform built by Consilience Group Ltd (Consilience) to automate fund management and unlock the full potential of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs). This acquisition marks a major milestone in the evolution of digital financial market infrastructure, as institutional and private capital markets increasingly shift towards tokenization to enhance liquidity, transparency, and efficiency. With the U.S. private capital market surpassing $3.4 trillion in assets under management, and the tokenization market projected to exceed $10 trillion by 2030, TokenSphere’s cutting-edge technology positions Avrio at the forefront of this emerging financial transformation. TokenSphere, developed by Consilience, is a one-of-a-kind platform designed to automate fund management and simplify the tokenization of RWAs. By integrating smart contracts, automated compliance, and streamlined investor onboarding, TokenSphere eliminates the complexity of fund administration while enabling frictionless digital asset issuance and trading. As part of the transaction, Consilience receives an equity stake in Avrio. Avrio will establish an operating company to deploy the TokenSphere software and IP through market channels and integration with its core ATS technology platform, AvrioT. The Consilience technology team and CEO Kevin Monserrat will join Avrio to deliver the platform’s transition and go-to-market. Kevin Monserrat, CEO of Consilience commented, "TokenSphere was built to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the new digital asset economy. The financial world is at an inflection point, and Avrio is perfectly positioned to lead the charge in transforming how private capital markets operate. This acquisition ensures that our technology will continue to evolve and scale within a world-class financial infrastructure ecosystem." Avrio Worldwide Expands Its Capability for the Future of Digital Market Infrastructure Avrio Worldwide is an innovator in digital financial market infrastructure, providing a core technology stack that enables institutional investors to efficiently deploy capital, and now, in a world rapidly tokenizing RWAs, through integrating TokenSphere into the Avrio core stack. Avrio aims to accelerate the mass adoption of digital assets across capital markets, unlocking unprecedented liquidity and investment opportunities for all segments of investors. Lawrence Wintermeyer, CEO of Avrio said, "Tokenization is the future of financial markets, and with TokenSphere, Avrio is taking a decisive step in making RWA tokenization accessible, scalable, compliant, and secure. This acquisition strengthens our ability to provide best-in-class solutions to institutional investors navigating the shift towards new digital financial market infrastructure." The Future of Digital Financial Market Infrastructure is Here With over $838.5 billion in private equity deal activity in 2024, and the RWA tokenization market on track to exceed $2 trillion in the coming years, the need for institutional-grade digital financial market infrastructure has never been greater. The integration of TokenSphere into Avrio’s core AvrioT platform will drive new efficiencies, improve liquidity, and greatly enhanced investment opportunities across global markets for all segments of investors. This is just the beginning. The Avrio TokenSphere team is committed to pushing the boundaries of financial innovation, ushering in a new era of tokenized private capital markets where efficiency, transparency, accessibility, and security are the norm. About AVRIO Worldwide PBC AVRIO is a registered market infrastructure provider with a full technology stack. Avrio is the parent company of: Arkonis is the operator of a broker dealer and Alternative Trading System (ATS) in the United States. Arkonis Capital, LLC, a US broker dealer (BD) and market infrastructure, services, and data provider with an institutional grade full technology stack, AvrioT, transacting equities and debt Trading engine (ATS), qualified matching services (QMS), and quotation bureau (QB) for transacting in unregistered securities and private markets Exchange management (EMS), order management (OMS), portfolio management (PMS) and client management (CMS) for transacting in registered securities, ETFs, and funds in public markets. The technology enables clients and partners to create, manage, and trade any product on a global platform, and is blockchain agnostic. This enables clients to capture and scale market opportunities while creating standardization and best practices designed to prevent fraud, protect investors, and comply with know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance laws. Arkonis Capital LLC is a member of the FINRA and SIPC. https://avriotech.io About Consilience Group Limited Consilience Group is an innovator in alternative fund management and digital asset technology, best known for creating TokenSphere—a breakthrough platform simplifying the tokenization of real-world assets. https://www.tokensphere.io/ Contact Details Avrio Worldwide PBC Vince Molinari vince@avriotech.io Company Website https://avriotech.io

March 05, 2025 09:43 AM Eastern Standard Time

Lisk Incubation Hub Completes First African Cohort, Opens Applications for Batch 2 with Up to $200,000 in Grants

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Lisk, the Layer 2 Ethereum blockchain committed to advancing Web3 adoption in high-growth markets, is proud to announce the successful completion of the first cohort of the Lisk Blockchain Incubation Hub. Powered by CV Labs, the Lisk Blockchain Incubation Hub is a six-month program designed for African startups eager to build on the Lisk protocol. After an impactful six-month program, the incubator has helped 23 startups refine their ideas, develop go-to-market strategies, and access valuable financial support. Applications for Batch 2 of the Lisk Incubation Hub are now open, offering exciting new opportunities for Web3 builders in Africa. The program will provide up to $20,000 per project in grants by graduation, as well as ongoing mentorship, a structured curriculum, and a robust network to help startups succeed. Startups will also benefit from continued support from Lisk and the chance to secure up to $100,000 in additional funding to scale their ventures. This new cohort is set to begin on May 19, 2025, with applications closing on April 12, 2025. “The first inning of blockchain technology was cryptocurrency, and African nations are among the fastest adopters of such digital value,” said Brenton Naicker, Principal & Head of Growth at CV VC. “Beyond crypto, Africa is proving how the technology itself is driving necessary change, addressing inefficiencies and financial exclusion. These brilliant innovators showcase how blockchain fosters trust, streamlines processes, and unlocks new economic opportunities across the continent.” The first cohort has already made a significant impact across Africa, with standout graduates driving real change in sectors such as agriculture, finance, and entertainment. These innovators are harnessing the power of blockchain to tackle pressing challenges within their communities and industries. With $196,000 in grants awarded at various stages of the program, startups have gained strong market traction, onboarding over 26,000 users, tokenizing $1.8 million in assets, and processing more than 20,000 blockchain transactions. Tata-iMali (South Africa) – Providing a fiat-backed stablecoin to connect South Africa’s informal and formal economies, enabling seamless transactions for small businesses and individuals. TrendX (Nigeria) – A tokenization platform integrating DAOs, token management, and compliance solutions for blockchain-based businesses. Pokecoin (South Africa) – A blockchain-based NFT marketplace for secure Pokémon card trading, verifying authenticity and quality through smart contracts. Nomachain (Kenya) – Enabling homeownership in Africa through a blockchain-powered rent-to-own model, with $1.8 million tokenized in property plans. Jamit (Nigeria) – A decentralized podcast platform offering NFT-driven monetization and audience engagement tools for storytellers. Afrikabal (Rwanda) – Transforming agriculture by connecting farmers with wholesalers and providing blockchain-backed trade finance for sustainable growth. The Lisk Blockchain Incubation Hub is at the heart of Lisk's mission to support founders in high-growth markets who often face significant challenges in securing early-stage funding. To help overcome these obstacles, they need access to grants, investment pathways, and an ecosystem prioritizing long-term growth. By connecting builders with the right resources and support, Lisk enables them to turn their ideas into impactful projects and thrive in the Web3 space. “For a long time, Web3 companies have not prioritized builders in high-growth markets like Africa, limiting their access to capital, mentorship, and support despite the abundance of talent,” said Dominic Schwenter, COO of Lisk. “This is now changing with the launch of more incubation hubs and grant programs. I’m more confident than ever that Africa and other high-growth markets will drive innovation and scale blockchain solutions, benefiting their communities and the world at large.” About Lisk Lisk is a Layer 2 blockchain dedicated to bringing Web3 adoption in emerging markets back to Ethereum. By leveraging cost-efficient, scalable, and innovative Layer 2 technology, Lisk enables real-world applications in emerging markets to operate efficiently on Ethereum for the first time. Lisk's founder-focused approach provides a comprehensive ecosystem of startup programs, tooling, seed liquidity, and knowledge bases to support local founders from inception to success.As a long-standing Web3 infrastructure project, Lisk has been contributing towards democratizing blockchain accessibility for developers globally since 2016. As an original member of the Optimism Superchain, Lisk also plays a pivotal role in building the industry’s first truly interoperable supernetwork alongside Optimism, Base, Mode, and Worldchain.For more information, visit us on X and join our network of builders to start building for the real world. About CV VC & CV Labs CV VC is a private blockchain venture capital firm driving the adoption of transformative technologies worldwide. At the heart of CV VC is CV Labs, its ecosystem business pillar, operating across Switzerland, Liechtenstein, South Africa, Germany, and Portugal. Through its accelerator programs, global hubs, industry-leading events, co-working spaces, and research, CV Labs connects startups, corporates, and investors, enabling them to harness blockchain technology’s full potential. Together, CV VC and CV Labs embody venture, ecosystem development and entrepreneurial excellence. With 75 investments in blockchain startups, it has a visionary leadership team led by industrialist Alex Wassmer as Chairman, Yvonne Bettkober of Volkswagen Group, Philipp Rösler, former Vice-Chancellor of Germany, founder & CEO Mathias Ruch, and co-founder & CIO Olaf Hannemann. Contact Details Wahaj Khan wahaj@serotonin.co CV Labs Triona Mc Hale triona@ignitecomms.com Company Website https://lisk.com/

March 05, 2025 08:56 AM Eastern Standard Time

Comcast to Connect More Than 11,000 Homes and Businesses to Reliable, High-Speed Internet in Six Missouri Cities

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Comcast is connecting more than 11,000 new homes and businesses in six Missouri communities to reliable, high-speed, symmetrical Internet by expanding its network in the region. The expansion of its network will enhance digital infrastructure, promote economic growth, and position residents and local businesses for success in an increasingly digital world. The network expansion in Concordia, Harrisonville, Higginsville, Lexington, Napoleon, and Wellington will bring Internet, mobile, entertainment, and security services from Xfinity and Comcast Business to residents and businesses for the first time. “We are thrilled to welcome Comcast into our local communities,” said Kurtis Gregory, Missouri State Senator District 21. “This expansion ensures residents in these areas will have access to reliable, high-speed Internet. I am excited for the opportunities it will create for education, business, agriculture, and personal growth. Together, we are building a more connected and prosperous future for all and look forward to the positive impact it will have in the coming years.” This multi-million-dollar expansion into six communities will double Comcast’s existing footprint in Missouri. The new project — which will span more than 300 miles and is planned to be completed by 2027 — brings the company’s total investment in technology and infrastructure in Missouri to nearly $100 million over the past three years. “Reliable high-speed Internet is essential in today’s digital economy and Comcast is committed to connecting more Missouri families and businesses to the moments that matter most,” said Jennifer Dameron, director, External Affairs, Comcast Midwest Region. “The communities we'll be reaching with this expansion have been eager for better connectivity and choice for a long time, and we're happy to partner with them and meet their needs.” A Network You Can Trust to be Reliable, Fast and Secure Comcast’s state-of-the-art network is built to enable residents and businesses to thrive in today’s constantly connected world. These six cities join the 64 million homes and businesses across the country to have access to a network that is trusted by essential community organizations like hospitals, schools, transportation systems and first responders, and federal agencies like the Department of Defense and FEMA. It delivers multi-gigabit Internet speeds, 99.9 percent reliability and security built in from the ground up to keep customers safe from cyber threats. Introducing Xfinity for Consumers Comcast’s residential services are marketed under the Xfinity brand, and consumers in these six cities will be able to take advantage of Xfinity’s full suite of products, including Internet, video, mobile, voice and home security. With multi-gigabit Internet speeds, powerful WiFi that reaches every corner of the home, and super-responsive connections with low lag available with its plan, customers have a great experience using their connected devices to stream their favorite sports and entertainment content, video chat with coworkers and friends, learn from home or simply surf the web. Comcast Business to Power Local Workforce For local businesses, Comcast Business offers a suite of connectivity, communications, networking, cybersecurity, wireless, and managed solutions to help organizations of all sizes achieve their business goals. Industry analysts and associations have consistently recognized Comcast Business as a leader and innovator in flexible, scalable options as well as one of the fastest-growing providers of Ethernet services. What it Means for the Local Community Comcast’s commitment to communities goes beyond building the network and aims to increase economic mobility for the local community and its residents. That’s why Comcast created Internet Essentials, a broadband adoption program that offers eligible households low-cost, high-speed Internet and affordable computers. Comcast has also installed three Lift Zones in Greater Kansas City, including two Boys & Girls Club locations in Independence, Mo., and a third located in Olathe, Kan. Lift Zones provide free Internet connectivity and access to hundreds of hours of educational and digital skills content to help families and site coordinators navigate online learning. "We are incredibly grateful for Comcast's unwavering dedication to our mission,” said Jason Roth, President and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City. “Their partner support through Lift Zones, grants and sponsorships has been instrumental in providing our youth with the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. Comcast's commitment to bridging the digital divide and fostering educational growth aligns perfectly with our goals, and together, we are making a lasting impact on the lives of countless young people in our communities." Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information. Contact Details Venice Communications Jayne Siemens +1 816-289-1109 jsiemens@vencomm.com Comcast Jill Hornbacher +1 651-425-1695 Jill_Hornbacher@comcast.com Company Website https://midwest.comcast.com/

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