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NAFA’s 2025 Media Day Highlights Groundbreaking Innovations and Industry Advances

NAFA Fleet Management Association

Media Day returned for its third year at NAFA Fleet Management Association’s annual Institute & Expo in Long Beach, California. The event provided a dynamic platform for nearly a dozen leading companies to share breaking news, innovations and important announcements with industry reporters. Participants showcased a range of industry advancements in AI, data analytics, education, safety and more. "Media Day continues to be a cornerstone of NAFA’s Institute & Expo, providing an invaluable opportunity for industry leaders to showcase their latest innovations and engage directly with the media," said Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA. "The exciting announcements and groundbreaking solutions shared today highlight the fleet industry’s commitment to driving innovation and shaping the future of fleet management." Below is a look at the breaking news presented during NAFA’s I&E Media Day 2025: RoadFlex (Booth #1535) Presented by Rush Akin, Chief Revenue Officer RoadFlex and E.J. Ward Inc. announced a groundbreaking partnership to revolutionize fleet fuel management. By integrating RoadFlex’s advanced fuel card data into SimplyFuel Solutions' industry-leading platform, fleet managers can now access all fuel transactions—both retail and on-premises—within a single dashboard. This innovative approach overcomes the limitations of legacy fuel cards, offering real-time transaction visibility and proactive control over all transactions before they take place. Bluedot (Booth #1730) Presented by Selinay Parlak, Co-founder & COO Bluedot launched Shared Private Chargers, unlocking access to previously off-limits depot chargers through its partner network. Fleets can now charge where they actually park—no new infrastructure required. It’s the first platform unifying public, home and depot charging to boost uptime and streamline operations. Fleetio (Booth #1539) Presented by Kayleigh O'Malley, Fleetio's Product Marketing Manager, Reporting & Analytics, and Melissa Cox, Fleetio's Product Manager, Reporting & Analytics Fleetio shared a preview of Advanced Analytics, an interactive, in-depth reporting tool that prioritizes fleet data. This tool enhances data analysis, providing key metrics to improve performance and uncover additional cost savings. With these intuitive insights, fleets can make more knowledgeable, data-driven decisions to impact business strategy. The Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS) (Booth #1654) Presented by Susan Hipp, NETS' Executive Director NETS announced an update to its Cost of Motor Vehicle Crashes to Employers report and Cost of Crashes Calculator—coming this October—to show how driver safety investments protect employees, cut fleet costs and deliver measurable ROI—all critical insights in a challenging economy. Connex2X, LLC (Booth #1232) Presented by Paul Porrini, Co-Founder Connex2X announced its collaboration with SoundHound AI to revolutionize mobile food ordering. Combining Connex2X's NEXi fleet optimization platform with SoundHound's voice technology, drivers can effortlessly place orders, make payments and navigate to pick-up locations hands-free at thousands of restaurants. This collaboration delivers unmatched convenience and efficiency in mobile commerce, transforming the way drivers order food on the go. Chevin Fleet Solutions (Booth #1630) Presented by Richard Clark, Global Head of Product Chevin Fleet Solutions launched Smart Integrate – a powerful, user-friendly integration platform for FleetWave. Users can build and manage API connections with ease using a visual interface, connect systems in real time, and take full control of their fleet data for smarter, faster decisions. Slate (Booth #1921) Presented by Jeremy Snyder, Chief Commercial Officer Slate is a new American company established in 2022 focused on delivering radically affordable, personalizable and reliable electric vehicles. Slate presented its innovative truck platform so customizable that it can transform from a 2-seat pickup to a 5-seat SUV. Slate also unveiled its fleet reservation program and strategy. Purpose Auto (Booth #1626) Presented by Jason Rascoe, Creator Purpose Auto unveiled its Virtual Reality - Automotive Repair Mechanic Training Courses and Hiring Gauge—offering immersive, ASE-aligned courses and pre-hire assessments that help schools, fleets, and shops train and hire techs faster, safer, and smarter—while cutting training and hiring costs. Queclink (Booth #1807) Presented by Manny Hernandez, Vice President of North America Queclink introduced its next-gen AI-driven telematics solution, predicting vehicle failures, optimizing driver performance, and preventing accidents before they occur. Powered by advanced machine learning, the solution enables real-time data visibility and brings road safety to the next level. IntelliShift (Booth #1731) Presented by Ryan Wilkinson, COO IntelliShift announced a new partnership with Netradyne to integrate AI-powered Driver•i cameras into its fleet platform, enhancing safety, reducing risk, and boosting performance. With install services and unified tech, IntelliShift helps fleets streamline ops and optimize their tech stacks in 2025 and beyond. For more information about NAFA and upcoming events, please visit www.nafa.org. The 2025 I&E sponsors include Automotive Fleet, Enterprise Fleet Management, FASTER Asset Solutions, Fleetio, Fleetworthy, Geotab, Holman, Honda, Hyundai Motor America, Inspiration Fleet, IntelliShift, LEGEND, Merchants Fleet, Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada, Motive, Penske Transportation Solutions, Ram Professional, Reindeer Logistics, LLC, Rexel Energy, RTA The Fleet Success Company, Samsara, Voyager Mastercard, and Wheels, Inc. NAFA Fleet Management Association is the membership organization for professionals who manage the mobility requirements of vehicle fleets that include commercial, public safety, trucks, and buses of all types and sizes, and a wide range of military and off-road equipment for corporations, governments, universities, utility fleets, and law enforcement in North America and across the globe. NAFA’s members are responsible for the specification, acquisition, maintenance, repair, fueling, risk management, and remarketing of more than 4.8 million vehicles that drive an estimated 84 billion miles each year. NAFA’s members control assets and services well above $122 billion each year. For more information, please visit www.nafa.org, and communicate with NAFA on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X. Contact Details Keaveny Hewitt +1 919-622-5276 khewitt@onwrdupwrd.com Company Website https://www.nafa.org/

April 28, 2025 04:45 PM Pacific Daylight Time

TRON DAO Supports Emerging Talent at Harvard Blockchain Conference 2025

TRON DAO

Geneva, Switzerland, April 28 2025 — TRON DAO is a proud Platinum Sponsor of the Harvard Blockchain Conference 2025 (HBC25), a premier student-organized blockchain and AI conference hosted by the Harvard Undergraduate Blockchain Club (HUB). The Harvard Blockchain Conference brought together an elite gathering of 350 participants, including 150 students and 200 industry professionals, thought leaders, innovators, and blockchain enthusiasts to explore cutting-edge developments in decentralized technology, ethical policy frameworks and the convergence of AI with blockchain solutions. On Day 1, TRON DAO co-hosted a Happy Hour with HUB, creating an engaging conversational space for young innovators. This networking event seamlessly complemented the conference theme of 'Blockchain in Action' and showcased TRON's commitment to practical, real-world blockchain applications. Throughout the evening, meaningful discussions flourished as attendees exchanged ideas and insights. The TRON DAO team expressed both excitement and honor at supporting the next generation of blockchain visionaries at one of the world's most prestigious academic institutions. Following Day 2 of the conference, Steven Bischoff, Community Lead of TRON DAO participated in a fireside chat discussing the topic, “Stablecoins and Real World Adoption”. The session featured Alyssa Ponzo, Lead Product Manager at Aptos Labs with moderation by Glenn Rothwell, Sales Development Manager at Alchemy. Bischoff offered valuable perspectives on stablecoin adoption through emerging markets while showcasing TRON’s latest Go-To-Market integrations. Before closing off the conference, the organisers of Harvard Blockchain Conference presented Justin Sun, Founder of TRON, with the prestigious "Best Blockchain Innovator" Award, with Bischoff accepting the honor on Sun's behalf. This recognition celebrates TRON's position as a leading network in the blockchain space that has pioneered stablecoin adoption, creating significant opportunities in emerging markets worldwide. Acknowledging Sun’s visionary leadership throughout this process. TRON DAO’s participation at HBC25 shows its continued support in powering the next generation of leaders, in efforts to drive the next wave of Web3 development. For more information about TRON's initiatives and upcoming events, please visit TRON DAO’s official website. About TRON DAO TRON DAO is a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps. Founded in September 2017 by H.E. Justin Sun, the TRON blockchain has experienced significant growth since its MainNet launch in May 2018. Until recently, TRON hosted the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin, exceeding $70 billion. As of April 2025, the TRON blockchain has recorded over 302 million in total user accounts, more than 10 billion in total transactions, and over $20 billion in total value locked (TVL), based on TRONSCAN. TRONNetwork | TRONDAO | X | YouTube | Telegram | Discord | Reddit | GitHub | Medium | Forum Media Contact Yeweon Park press@tron.network Contact Details Yeweon Park press@tron.network Company Website https://trondao.org/

April 28, 2025 04:43 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Sonrai Security Unveils AI-Powered Just-in-Time Access for AWS

Sonrai Security

Sonrai Security, a leader in cloud identity and access management, today announced the launch of Just-in-Time (JIT) Access, a powerful new capability within the Sonrai Cloud Permissions Firewall for AWS. The solution eliminates standing privileges in production environments while preserving operational agility—thanks in part to seamless integration with Amazon Bedrock for AI-powered session summaries of privileged user activities. Sonrai’s JIT Access enables temporary, on-demand permissions without proxies, jump boxes, or complex deployments. Teams gain access only when needed and only for as long as necessary—aligned to zero-trust principles and security best practices. Every session is fully auditable with AI-generated summaries built using Amazon Bedrock, providing instant clarity on what occurred during elevated access without requiring screen recordings or manual log reviews. Any anomalous activity is also highlighted. “Standing access is one of the biggest unresolved risks in cloud security,” said Brendan Hannigan, CEO and co-founder of Sonrai Security. “With JIT and AI-powered visibility, we’re eliminating that risk—without slowing down developers. And with Bedrock, we delivered this powerful solution rapidly.” Unlike traditional PAM tools, which often rely on manual reviews or clunky infrastructure, Sonrai’s JIT solution is cloud-native, cost-effective, and deploys in hours—not months. With Amazon Bedrock, Sonrai’s engineering team was able to deliver rich, AI-driven session summaries in a matter of weeks, with no additional vendor overhead, security reviews, or infrastructure complexity. Why Amazon Bedrock? Security-first: Built-in data privacy and security aligned with AWS best practices Frictionless integration: Cloud Permissions Firewall is AWS-native—Bedrock just worked Faster time to market: Delivered in weeks, not months Flexible and cost-effective: AI models tailored to security needs without runaway cost “Session summaries are critical for audits, investigations, and compliance,” said Matt Carle, Head of Product at Sonrai Security. “But nobody wants to sift through raw logs. Bedrock lets us generate intelligent, human-readable insights from every privileged session—so teams get the context they need without extra effort.” JIT Access is now available for AWS customers using the Sonrai Cloud Permissions Firewall. Azure and GCP support will follow. To learn more, sign up for a free trial today. About Sonrai Security Sonrai Security is a leading public cloud identity and access management solutions provider. With a mission to empower enterprises of all sizes to innovate securely and confidently, Sonrai Security delivers identity, access, and permissions security for companies running on AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud platforms. The company is renowned for pioneering the Cloud Permissions Firewall, enabling one-click least privilege while supporting developer access needs without disruption. Trusted by leading companies across various industries, Sonrai Security is committed to driving innovation and excellence in cloud security. Sonrai Security has offices in New York and New Brunswick, Canada and is backed by ISTARI, Menlo Ventures, Polaris Partners, and TenEleven Ventures. For more information, visit https://sonraisecurity.com/ Contact Details Sonrai Security Press@SonraiSecurity.com Company Website https://sonraisecurity.com

April 28, 2025 01:06 PM Eastern Daylight Time

VRGL Appoints Veteran Fintech Executive Kyle Zasky as Chief Executive Officer

VRGL

VRGL, the leading Client Acquisition and Investment Proposal Management solution, today announced the appointment of respected fintech executive Kyle Zasky as Chief Executive Officer. With more than 30 years of experience driving innovation, enterprise growth, and strategic transformation across the financial technology sector, Zasky will lead VRGL into its next phase of expansion. Zasky will focus on the continued acceleration of VRGL’s growth, its enterprise offerings, and scaling the platform’s capabilities to meet rising demand from advisors and institutions. “VRGL has built a remarkable foundation — transforming the way wealth managers evaluate client portfolios and deliver compelling proposals,” Zasky said. “As the platform continues to evolve, I’m excited to help expand our reach, enhance our solutions, and further empower firms to grow faster and more effectively.” Zasky was most recently a Managing Director at J.P. Morgan Neovest following its acquisition of LayerOne Financial, where he served as CEO. At LayerOne, Zasky scaled the company into one of the industry’s most comprehensive investment management platforms for hedge funds. His earlier roles include nearly a decade as Operating Partner at SenaHill Partners and serving as Founder and President of EdgeTrade, a pioneer in electronic trading, acquired by Knight Capital in 2008. “VRGL is at an inflection point with significant momentum and a clear opportunity to scale,” said Adam Checchi, Managing Partner at Checchi Capital Advisors and VRGL Board Member. “We are delivering real value to fast-growing and tech-enabled RIAs, RIA/broker-dealers, aggregators, boutique UHNW firms, and national wealth management platforms. We are thrilled to welcome Kyle as CEO. His track record of scaling fintech businesses, building enterprise relationships, and leading with innovation makes him the ideal leader for VRGL’s next chapter.” Since its founding in 2021, VRGL has emerged as a market leader, helping firms streamline client acquisition and investment proposal workflows. With Zasky as CEO, the company is poised to broaden its impact and deliver even greater value to the wealth management industry. About VRGL VRGL provides a suite of tools designed to empower wealth management firms to streamline the investment proposal and client acquisition process. Capabilities include risk tolerance, statement aggregation (including PDF statement extraction of all data), institutional-grade analytics, and proposal management capabilities. By giving clients a holistic view of their consolidated investment portfolio and illustrating a potential transition, VRGL enables advisors to quickly demonstrate their value proposition while ensuring compliance with risk tolerance and investment policies. Through the seamless aggregation of all client investment data, a no-touch analytics package, and automated proposal generation, advisors can contextualize their investment offerings and advice, fostering a more personalized and impactful client experience. This allows advisors to accelerate client acquisitions and enhance the retention of existing AUM. Learn more at vrglwealth.com. Contact Details For VRGL Ray Hennessey, VOCATUS rh@vocatusllc.com Company Website https://www.vrglwealth.com/

April 28, 2025 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

NAVEX Announces Andrew Bates as New Chief Executive Officer

NAVEX Global

NAVEX, the global leader in integrated risk and compliance management software, announced today that Andrew Bates has been appointed the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. Bates is an accomplished executive with over 20 years of experience in senior finance and operating roles. His bold vision will ensure NAVEX continues to lead the risk and compliance industry, defining the industry standard. Bates rejoined NAVEX as Chief Financial Officer in January of 2022, having previously served from 2013 to 2019 in progressively senior finance roles, culminating in vice president. He has been a pivotal figure in driving NAVEX’s strategic, operational and financial initiatives. Bates has successfully focused on accelerating growth at NAVEX, delivering on the NAVEX One platform opportunity, driving new product innovation and expanding NAVEX’s presence in new geographic markets. Bob Conlin, NAVEX’s Executive Chairman, said, “Andrew’s leadership and expertise have been invaluable to NAVEX. His commitment to our mission and his ability to navigate the complexities of our industry will ensure that NAVEX remains at the forefront of integrated risk and compliance management. I look forward to supporting Andrew as he leads NAVEX to new heights.” “We are excited to welcome Andrew as NAVEX’s new CEO. His deep understanding of the company’s operations, combined with his strategic vision and financial acumen, make him the ideal leader to guide NAVEX in its next phase of growth,” expressed Mark Fariborz, Partner at BC Partners, which holds a majority stake in NAVEX. "We are confident that Andrew will continue to build on NAVEX’s strong foundation and propel the company’s mission forward.” Under Bates' leadership, NAVEX will continue to focus on customer success, product innovation, geographic expansion, and delivering the next generation of risk and compliance solutions to customers with the NAVEX One platform. “I am honored to take on the CEO role at NAVEX and lead a company with a profoundly purposeful mission, to help organizations manage risk, promote ethical workplace cultures, and address regulatory challenges," shared Andrew Bates. "Together with our talented team, I am committed to building on NAVEX’s pioneering legacy of excellence.” About NAVEX Trusted by over 13,000 organizations, including 70 percent of Fortune 100 and 500 companies, NAVEX is the global leader in risk and compliance solutions. Its NAVEX One platform strengthens risk and compliance programs, empowering organizations with unparalleled industry benchmark data and insights. NAVEX One provides a 360-degree view of enterprise, third party and ecosystem risk for enhanced regulatory compliance and proactive risk management. Based in Lake Oswego, OR, with a global presence, NAVEX continues to shape the future of governance, risk and compliance. Visit our blog or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube. Contact Details Scott Levesque NAVEX +1 617-388-5773 scott.levesque@navex.com Company Website https://navex.com

April 28, 2025 09:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time

Private Label Celebrates Growth and Continued Commitment to Empowerment in the Beauty Industry

Grand Newswire

Private Label, a brand recognized for delivering quality and affordability in the beauty industry, is celebrating its journey from a small online startup to a growing enterprise supporting hairstylists, entrepreneurs, and beauty enthusiasts across the country. The company remains dedicated to providing premium products at accessible prices, creating opportunities for success throughout the beauty community. Founded in 2014, Private Label began in a modest 300-square-foot office with a vision to assist hairstylists, dropshippers, and beauty entrepreneurs. Today, Private Label operates from its headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, with a growing presence throughout Georgia and Michigan. The company has built a reputation based on trust, customer growth, and reliable product quality. Private Label offers a range of high-quality human hair extensions, alongside a diverse selection of beauty products through its affiliated platforms, including DropshipBundles.com, DropshipBeauty.com, and PrivateLabelWholesale.com. By listening to customer feedback, Private Label has stayed ahead of beauty trends, ensuring clients always have access to relevant and in-demand products. The company places strong emphasis on customer experience, with thousands of positive reviews across its website and Google reflecting its commitment to service excellence. Each Private Label showroom is designed to create a welcoming shopping environment, supported by a knowledgeable team ready to assist clients in achieving their beauty goals. Today, Private Label products are used by more than 100,000 customers nationwide. Private Label also values community engagement, offering support to small businesses through initiatives like laptop giveaways and charitable programs. The company's broader mission extends beyond products, focusing on empowering individuals within the beauty industry to achieve success. Looking forward, Private Label aims to continue expanding its product offerings and innovating based on customer feedback to meet the evolving needs of the market. The brand’s growth has been recognized through various media appearances, celebrity collaborations, and industry features, highlighting its ongoing influence within the beauty sector. Above all, Private Label remains committed to authenticity, value, and excellence, with a mission to support a community of confident, empowered individuals. About Private Label Private Label, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a leading provider of human hair extensions and beauty products. The company operates multiple brands including DropshipBundles.com, DropshipBeauty.com, and PrivateLabelWholesale.com, serving hairstylists, entrepreneurs, and beauty lovers across the U.S. With a commitment to quality, affordability, and community empowerment, Private Label continues to be a trusted name in the beauty industry. Contact Details Private Label Mikey Moran service@privatelabelextensions.com Company Website https://www.privatelabelextensions.com/

April 28, 2025 09:15 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Senator Dave Cortese and Mothers’ Milk Bank California Announce Senate Resolution 20 Designating May as First-Ever California Human Milk Donation Month

The Mothers' Milk Bank

Senator Dave Cortese (District 15) and Mothers’ Milk Bank California announce State Resolution 20 to mark the official designation of May as the first-ever California Human Milk Donation Month to underscore the critical role of donor human milk in improving infant health outcomes and highlight the urgent need for increased access to this life-saving resource. A May 1 Senate floor session in Sacramento will announce this landmark resolution authored by Senators Dave Cortese and Senator Aisha Wahab with co-authors Senators Alvarado-Gil, Ashby, Blakespear, Caballero, Gonzalez, Hurtado, Limón, Pérez, Rubio, and Umberg. The designation of May as the first-ever California Human Milk Donation Month coincides with the release of The State of Human Milk Banking in California: a comprehensive report that provides critical insights into milk donation trends and statistics, the growing demand for pasteurized donor human milk (PDHM), and the evolving landscape of infant nutrition in California. With a growing demand for donor milk across the state, this call for additional donors will help meet the growing need for donor breast milk and expand access to human milk’s life-saving benefits for every premature and medically fragile infant that needs it. "Demand for pasteurized donor human milk (PDHM) has increased worldwide, for both medically fragile infants in the NICU and those that still need support after a NICU discharge. Mothers Milk Bank California distributes PDHM to 60% of NICUs in California and elsewhere and has seen a 30% increase in demand for PDHM in the last year. Designating May as the first-ever California Human Milk Donation Month is designed to raise awareness about the life-saving power of donor human milk," said Jennifer Benito-Kowalski, CEO of Mothers’ Milk Bank California. "Every ounce can save a baby’s life. Only 2% of eligible donors in California are donating breast milk and 1 in 11 babies is born preterm and may need this resource. Let’s help ensure everyone knows how to donate this liquid gold.” “All infants should have access to the benefits of breast milk, one of the most cost-effective ways to improve overall public health. The unique properties of breast milk make it incredibly powerful in preventing the onset of serious diseases like Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) which can be deadly to preterm babies," said Senator Dave Cortese. "Donor recruitment is critical. In California, up to 99% of very preterm or very low birthweight babies use PDHM in the NICU. Yet the current donor pool meets under 75% of the increased demand,” said Senator Dave Cortese of District 15. Preterm or premature infants are the priority population in need of donor human milk. There are many reasons that an infant’s mother’s milk may be unavailable, including absence of the birth mother, the mother having certain diseases that can be transmitted to the baby, the mother requiring medications that may make breastfeeding unsafe, premature birth requiring hospitalization of the infant in the NICU, and lactation difficulties. Prospective donors undergo medical screening to determine their eligibility and health status. Once approved, their donated milk is pasteurized to eliminate pathogens while preserving its nutritional value, and then sent to public health for testing, The pasteurized milk is distributed to hospitals and individuals in a safe and regulated manner. UC Health Milk Bank, AANHPI Lactation Collaborative, California Breastfeeding Coalition, California WIC Association, Community Bridges WIC, Denise Chapel Nutritional Services, Human Milk Connection, Nourishing Justly, Pretty Mama Breastfeeding LLC, Raíces y Cariño, Sacramento Breastfeeding Coalition, Santa Cruz County Breastfeeding Coalition, Solano County Breastfeeding Coalition and Watsonville Hospital will join the public awareness campaign to shine a light on how human milk saves lives. For images and B-roll, visit MothersMilk.org/CAMilkDonationMonth. Livestream the legislative session in Sacramento here: https://www.senate.ca.gov/calendar About Mothers’ Milk Bank California The oldest operating nonprofit milk bank in the U.S, Mothers’ Milk Bank California is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing lifesaving donor human milk to medically fragile infants. As one of the nation’s longest-operating milk banks, we ensure equitable access to safe, pasteurized donor milk for hospitals and families in need. About Senator Cortese Senator Dave Cortese was elected in November of 2020 to represent State Senate District 15 which encompasses much of Santa Clara County in the heart of Silicon Valley. Along with his accomplished career as an attorney and business owner, the Senator previously served on the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors for over a decade, with four years as Board President, on the San Jose City Council for eight years, including two years as Vice Mayor, and as a trustee for the East Side Union High School District for eight years. ### Founded 50 years ago, Mothers' Milk Bank California is a leading nonprofit dedicated to providing screened, donated human milk to babies in need. As a founding member of the Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA), it helped set standards for nonprofit milk banks across North America. The organization collects, pasteurizes, and distributes safe human milk to hospitals and families, ensuring essential nutrition for infants. Committed to improving lives, Mother's Milk Bank California supports families and advances neonatal care. Contact Details Jennifer Benito-Kowalski +1 408-831-7276 jbenito@mothersmilk.org Cheryl Reiss Cheryl@landispr.com Company Website https://mothersmilk.org/

April 28, 2025 06:07 AM Pacific Daylight Time

Tether Studios Celebrates 11 Years of Mobile Skill-Gaming Excellence

Tether Studios

Tether Studios, the world’s leading independent developer of skill-based mobile games, today celebrates 11 years of creating fun, fair, and rewarding competitions for players around the globe. Since launching its first hit, the studio has grown to a portfolio of 30 live titles that have been downloaded by more than 35 million players who’ve played over 6.6 billion competitive matches. “At every step, our players have inspired us to raise the bar,” said Tim O’Neil, Co-Founder and CEO of Tether Studios. “This milestone belongs to them as much as it does to our talented team. We remain committed to creating competitive mobile games that feel great to play and even better to win.” A few of Tether’s flagship titles recently reached milestones, underscoring the studio’s success and engaged user base. Solitaire Cube – 20 million players and 5 billion games played. 21 Blitz & Cube Cube – 10 million players and 1 billion games played. Tether Studios, the world’s leading independent developer of skill-based mobile games, today celebrates 11 years of creating fun, fair, and rewarding competitions for players around the globe. Since launching its first hit, the studio has grown to a portfolio of 30 live titles that have been downloaded by more than 35 million players who’ve played over 6.6 billion competitive matches. “At every step, our players have inspired us to raise the bar,” said Tim O’Neil, Co-Founder and CEO of Tether Studios. “This milestone belongs to them as much as it does to our talented team. We remain committed to creating competitive mobile games that feel great to play and even better to win.” A few of Tether’s flagship titles recently reached milestones, underscoring the studio’s success and engaged user base. These marquee successes anchor a catalog of skill-based games that span card, puzzle, word and arcade-style challenges—each designed for quick, competitive matches with real money options where available, and free options everywhere. People Power Tether Tether’s growth has been driven by its passionate community, a lean team of veteran developers, and partners that help bring its games to market, including Skillz, a mobile esports service provider that has powered many of Tether’s titles. “Our north star has always been the players, and we’ll keep innovating to give them fresh ways to compete and connect,” said Aletheia O’Neil, Co-Founder and COO of Tether Studios. “After 11 incredible years, it feels like we are just getting started, and we are more excited than ever for what the next decade will bring.” To join the competition, visit www.tetherstudios.com or download any Tether title on iOS or Android. About Tether Studios Founded in 2014, Tether Studios is the world’s leading independent developer of skill-based mobile games. Its portfolio of 30 titles—including Solitaire Cube, 21 Blitz, and Cube Cube—has attracted more than 35 million players who compete daily for fun, bragging rights, and real money prizes. Headquartered in Henderson, Nevada, Tether Studios brings a love of competition together with thoughtful design and a commitment to quality to create the most engaging experiences in skill-based games. Learn more at www.tetherstudios.com. Contact Details Tether Studios Hot Paper Lantern tethergames@hotpaperlantern.com Company Website https://www.tetherstudios.com/

April 28, 2025 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Kuwait Mart Announces Official Launch of Its Online Shopping Platform in Kuwait

Grand Newswire

Kuwait Mart, a new online shopping platform built specifically for customers in Kuwait, has officially launched. The platform currently offers a handpicked range of products from both local and international suppliers, with plans to expand its selection as the platform grows. It is designed to provide a faster, more convenient, and trustworthy online shopping experience. The launch comes at a time when e-commerce in Kuwait is experiencing steady growth. According to ecommerceDB by Statista, Kuwait is now the 59th largest e-commerce market globally, with revenues expected to reach nearly $2 billion by 2028. With over 90% mobile phone penetration and a young, digitally active population, online shopping continues to expand across the country. Despite this momentum, key challenges remain—such as limited delivery coverage and a reliance on cash payments. Kuwait Mart addresses these gaps by offering a simple user interface, direct supplier relationships, and prompt, reliable delivery across Kuwait. The platform was developed entirely in-house using custom scripts, giving Kuwait Mart full control over performance, security, and scalability. This approach allows the team to adapt quickly to market needs and improve the shopping experience over time. “This launch represents more than just a website going live,” said Fahad Alhumaidi, CTO & Co-Founder of Kuwait Mart. “We built the platform from scratch to offer something tailored to Kuwaiti shoppers—something faster, safer, and smarter than what’s currently out there.” Kuwait Mart begins with a focused product lineup but is designed to grow, adding new items and features to meet the evolving needs of customers and suppliers alike. About Kuwait Mart Kuwait Mart is a Kuwait-based online shopping platform offering a carefully selected range of products from both local and international sources. Built with a focus on simplicity, trust, and speed, the platform is designed to meet the evolving needs of shoppers in Kuwait. Kuwait Mart works closely with suppliers to ensure transparency, fast delivery, and dependable customer service, with plans to expand its offerings over time. Contact Details Kuwait Mart Fahad Alhumaidi fahad@kuwaitmart.com Company Website https://kuwaitmart.com/

April 26, 2025 03:47 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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