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HTX DAO Announces HTX and TRON as Its Ecosystem Partners

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Singapore, January 19, 2024 — HTX DAO today announced HTX and TRON as its ecosystem partners. This significant collaboration marks a solid step by HTX DAO in promoting the transformation of traditional exchange governance models towards decentralization and also reflects HTX DAO's leadership in the blockchain governance revolution. Through this ecosystem partnership, HTX DAO will apply its leading decentralized governance architecture to assist HTX Exchange in fundamentally reforming its governance structure and service model. This move not only enhances the transparency and efficiency of HTX in the field of blockchain governance but also strengthens its market insight and community engagement capabilities. HTX DAO, together with HTX and TRON, will implement a series of innovative collaborative programs, including marketing promotion, community rewards, and user feedback mechanisms, aimed at enhancing the user experience of HTX and expanding its influence in the global digital currency trading market. This form of cooperation will provide HTX users with more direct participation opportunities, making them an important part of the exchange's decision-making and development direction. As a builder of HTX DAO, HTX will allocate 50% of its platform revenue to donate to the liquidity of the HTX DAO ecosystem, and TRON will also contribute an equivalent amount of 50% of HTX's donation, jointly supporting the development of HTX DAO. In addition, HTX DAO looks to the future with plans to expand its cooperation scale, aiming to assist the broad development of the entire blockchain industry. The decentralized governance model of HTX DAO is not limited to exchanges and blockchain infrastructure; its innovative concepts and practices will also be applied to other areas of the blockchain industry, including but not limited to digital asset management, DeFi platforms, NFT markets, and more. HTX DAO will actively seek to establish cooperative relationships with leading institutions and innovative projects within the industry, exploring the possibilities of applying decentralized governance in different business domains. These collaborations will be based on HTX DAO's core principles of promoting decentralization, enhancing community participation, and increasing governance transparency, thereby bringing healthier and more sustainable development to the entire blockchain ecosystem. About HTX Founded in 2013, HTX has evolved from a crypto exchange into a comprehensive ecosystem of blockchain businesses that span digital asset trading, financial derivatives, wallets, research, investment, incubation and other areas. HTX serves millions of users worldwide, with a business presence covering over 160 countries and regions across five continents. Its three development strategies - "global development, technology drives development, and technology for good" underpin its commitment to providing comprehensive services and values to global cryptocurrency enthusiasts. 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 network has continued to deliver impressive achievements since MainNet launch in May 2018. July 2018 also marked the ecosystem integration of BitTorrent, a pioneer in decentralized Web3 services boasting over 100 million monthly active users. The TRON network has gained incredible traction in recent years. As of January 2023, it has over 205.11 million total user accounts on the blockchain, more than 6.96 billion total transactions, and over $20.43 billion in total value locked (TVL), as reported on TRONSCAN. About HTX DAO As a multi-chain deployed decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), HTX DAO demonstrates an innovative governance approach. Unlike traditional corporate structures, it adopts a decentralized governance structure composed of a diversified group, jointly committed to the success of this organization. This unique ecosystem advocates open values and encourages all DAO participants to propose collaborations and protocol enhancements that can promote the development of HTX DAO. Contact Details HTX DAO media@htxdao.com

January 19, 2024 07:07 PM Eastern Standard Time

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New Device is Helping Patients Make Strides with their Mobility

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For those living with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, walkers and canes are a necessity for everyday life. While technological advancement has completely transformed almost every sector over the last century, innovation in mobility aids has largely remained the same. Recently, Founder and CEO of CIONIC, Jeremiah Robison, as well as Patty Glatfelter, a multiple sclerosis patient whose life has been transformed thanks to the Cionic Neural Sleeve, conducted a satellite media tour to share insights on the Cionic Neural Sleeve that's earned recognition as one of Time's Best Inventions of 2023. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/ZyJLaAuRp2c People living with mobility impairments are asking for, and deserve, better tools, harnessing the power of modern technology. Motivated by his daughter Sofia’s mobility challenges from cerebral palsy, tech innovator Jeremiah Robison founded CIONIC to harness the technological advances in continuous diagnostics and machine learning to help the mobility impaired not only regain mobility in the moment, but potentially improve it by strengthening and retraining the body over time. CIONIC is a neurotech company on a mission to superpower the human body to reach its fullest potential. CIONIC’s vision is a world beyond disability and limitations, enabled by personalized healthcare technology. The company’s premier product, the FDA-cleared Cionic Neural Sleeve, is changing the lives of people with upper motor neuron conditions (multiple sclerosis, stroke, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury and more) drastically increasing their ability to walk, move and balance. Voted one of Time’s Best Inventions of 2023, The Cionic Neural Sleeve analyzes, predicts, and augments muscles in the leg to improve walking, updating with each step the wearer takes. To learn more visit cionic.com Jeremiah Robison Bio Jeremiah Robison is the Founder and CEO of CIONIC, an innovative company that builds lightweight and durable bionic clothing driven by powerful algorithms that adapt in real-time to each individual's mobility needs. He started the company in 2018 after his daughter was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and he was frustrated at the lack of effective technology available to help improve her mobility. Four years later, CIONIC introduced the breakthrough, FDA-cleared Cionic Neural Sleeve, the first product to combine sensing, analysis and augmentation into a wearable garment. Prior to CIONIC, Jeremiah spent twenty years at the intersection of data, algorithms, and the human body, driving innovation in sensing and machine learning at Apple, Openwave Systems, Slide, and Jawbone. Jeremiah has a BS and MS in Computer Science from Stanford University. About Patty Glatfelter Patty Glatfelter, 69, a Florissant, CO resident who has had multiple sclerosis (MS) for 37 years, has been using the Cionic Neural Sleeve for almost a year now. Patty, a former physical therapist, retired back in 2008 because of her limitations to provide care due to her MS. Before the Cionic Neural Sleeve, she couldn’t walk 50 feet and experienced periods of remissions, as well as stages where she relied on a walker, cane, and wheelchair. It was a rollercoaster ride for about eight to ten years. Her doctor even thought that within the first three to five years of her MS diagnosis, she would be in a wheelchair permanently. Her quality of life was limited. She had to cook sitting down and could stand for about 15 minutes before needing a break. She couldn’t take socks out of the dryer or go for walks outside of her house on the mountains alone. Ever since she started using the Cionic Neural Sleeve, she instantly saw a difference. She notes that she was “astounded by how well [I] was walking.” The Cionic Neural Sleeve has restored her ability to do many everyday things, including taking clothes out of the dryer, going for walks, taking vacations, climbing lighthouses and seeing friends and family. She even notes that she is better now than she was ten years ago. She describes the experience as “a perfect storm in a good way.” Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

January 19, 2024 12:29 PM Eastern Standard Time

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HTX DAO Initiates a New Chapter in Decentralized Governance

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Singapore, January 18, 2024 — In a significant stride forward within the blockchain and decentralized governance landscape, HTX DAO today formally announces its inception. This momentous occasion marks a paradigm shift in the domain of blockchain governance, aligning with the progressive ethos of the crypto community. The name of HTX DAO encapsulates its identity and strategic direction as a decentralized autonomous organization: H denotes the HTX Exchange, integral to the HTX DAO ecosystem, emphasizing its role within the HTX DAO ecosystem as the largest contributor to ecosystem liquidity. T signifies the TRON blockchain, the foundational technology underpinning HTX DAO, symbolizing a steadfast commitment to technological advancement and infrastructural development. X represents change and potential, encompassing the core beliefs of our vision. X also represents the multitude of renowned entities that form the foundation of the DAO ecosystem, which are ultimately integral to the HTX DAO ecosystem. With its cutting-edge decentralized governance structure, HTX DAO injects profound transformational power into HTX. The user-driven governance mechanism advocated by HTX DAO will endow HTX Exchange with profound market insights and strong community driving force. This mechanism not only optimizes decision-making transparency and efficiency but also provides key user insights for the strategic development and service enhancement of the exchange. Furthermore, the establishment of HTX DAO aims to catalyze a more transparent, efficient, and participatory digital economy ecosystem. The envisioned ecosystem of HTX DAO is built on inclusivity and frontier innovation, fostering a democratic and efficient governance model through decentralization. We firmly believe that true innovation stems from the harmonious integration and collaborative efforts of diverse perspectives. By expanding our horizons to encompass the entire blockchain industry, our goal is to unite the industry's most outstanding wisdom and most influential figures. In this ever-changing world, HTX DAO is not limited to a single path; we are on a diverse path that reflects the evolving blockchain field. As a DAO organization, HTX DAO is expected to become a vibrant community, bringing together innovative thinking, nurturing pioneering projects, and revolutionary concepts. It is an ideal incubator for the smartest minds in the blockchain field to cooperate and prosper together, shaping the future of decentralized governance. About HTX DAO As a multi-chain deployed decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), HTX DAO demonstrates an innovative governance approach. Unlike traditional corporate structures, it adopts a decentralized governance structure composed of a diversified group, jointly committed to the success of this organization. This unique ecosystem advocates open values and encourages all DAO participants to propose collaborations and protocol enhancements that can promote the development of HTX DAO. www.htxdao.com Contact Details HTX DAO media@htxdao.com

January 18, 2024 01:05 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Ryvid EV Accelerates Phenomenal Growth into 2024

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Electric Light Mobility company Ryvid has been on a single-minded mission to produce more efficient, lightweight, eco-friendly vehicles for a dynamic world since its inception in 2021. After creating a prototype of its first product – the Anthem electric motorcycle – in June 2022, Ryvid delivered the first production version of its affordable, highway-capable electric commuter motorcycle in September 2023 and is now in higher rate production at its new factory facility in San Bernardino, CA. Part of the company’s meteoric success can be attributed to a recent grant provided by the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) to stimulate innovation, technology and job creation. This funding through the California Competes Program ( business.ca.gov/california-competes-tax-credit ) allowed Ryvid to hire key employees, accelerate product development, and get American-produced machines into the hands of new and experienced riding enthusiasts in record time. As part of the master plan devised by company founder and automotive designer Dong Tran, 2024 will see Ryvid complete its factory facility and conduct a ribbon-cutting ceremony in San Bernardino. Not only will this allow the company to continue production of its Anthem model to meet the increased demand, but will also provide capacity for new models to join the roster. The advantage of an American-based production team and manufacturing is that it rejects traditional, complex practices in favor of an extremely flexible, responsive and adaptable process with a simplified supply chain. It will mean that issues, requests and suggestions can be funneled to the engineers and into the assembly area, giving owners direct access to product development. “Opening our own factory facility has allowed us to streamline the manufacturing process further, speeding up what is already a rapid production process, allowing Ryvid to quickly pivot to new models and focus on new market segments. While growth is important for any business model, we’re going to prioritize the pillars of our company, which are accessibility, innovation, sustainability and community,” Dong Tran explained. RYVID ANTHEM The Anthem is a lightweight electric motorcycle designed for commuters and adventure-seekers alike. In common with existing two-wheeled EVs, the aim is to provide sustainable personal transportation as an alternative to heavy, thirsty automobiles, helping to solve a raft of socio-economic issues. Ryvid has sought to keep its concept affordable, doing almost everything in-house and innovating thoughtful solutions to control costs without resorting to overseas production. Among the key differentiators is a stainless steel folded sheet metal frame, chosen for strength and constructed without any welding, simplifying the assembly process without passing along labor costs to the rider. The ingenuous modular construction of the Anthem focuses on products that are exactly what they need to be; not more, not less. They serve a specific purpose and have allowed the designers to reduce weight and complexity. As part of this process, the team ensured all its major components were located low to the ground, creating a low center of gravity and nimble handling. With the Ryvid Anthem tipping the scales at just 313 lb, the 4.3 kWh lithium-ion battery and its integrated 3.3 kW charger sits under the frame and is removable to provide flexible charging options. It powers a 72V air-cooled brushless DC motor, which is mounted behind the battery in the aluminum swingarm and delivers 53 ft-lb of torque. Range is stated as 75 miles* using the Urban Dynamometer Driving Schedule. Another key Ryvid innovation is the patent-pending electrically adjustable seat height. Long recognized as a major obstacle for new riders, Anthem ensures a wider range of riders can comfortably sit on the Anthem and place their feet securely on the ground. Using a hydraulic ram, the rider can rapidly adjust the seat height at the flick of a button from 30-34” without affecting the rear suspension geometry. Thanks to its electric motor, the engineers were also able to provide a speed-limited reverse gear. This is yet another feature that helps novice and experienced riders alike, allowing users to reverse out of tight spots or inclines that could otherwise prove challenging. Capable of speeds in excess of 75mph for highway use, the Anthem requires a motorcycle license but the power delivery and riding position will be familiar to e-bike riders, especially in the Eco riding mode. Sport mode provides a noticeable boost in performance, delivering a high level of two-wheeled entertainment. Anthem uses motorcycle brake lever positions and a twist throttle but the direct drive motor meant a clutch lever was unnecessary. The high-performance brakes, suspension and Pirelli tires differentiate Anthem from the majority of electric motorcycle brands, giving the rider a level of control, involvement and satisfaction beyond its peers. Anthem also provides an incredible ownership experience that helps to ensure a low cost of overall ownership thanks to minimal maintenance needs, low cost of charging, a significantly reduced parts list to ease repairs, as well as easy storage and charging. The Ryvid Anthem can charge to 80% in 2.5 hours using 110V or 1.25 hours using the supplied 220V adapter. It carries a two-year limited warranty on motorcycle parts and battery, and is supported by the Ryvid Service Team. “The Anthem was designed to fill the space between electric bicycles and full-sized motorcycles, empowering a new generation of two-wheel riders with an EV mindset. We’re confident that the excitement of our high-performance, two-wheeled vehicles will also bring experienced riders to the light electric vehicle space as they discover the many benefits of battery-powered propulsion,” said Dong Tran. Despite its ground-breaking innovation and American manufacture, the feature-filled Ryvid Anthem costs only $8,995 and can be ordered directly from ryvid.com NEW MODELS While the Anthem is still a brand new product, everyone at Ryvid is focused on achieving the next breakthrough. The design and engineering teams have been working on a number of new variants and models and is expecting to make some exciting announcements this year. The company hopes to reveal the first new model in the Spring/Summer, which will add another highly entertaining model to the Ryvid lineup. It will also reinforce the company’s primary pillars of accessibility, innovation, sustainability and community. It’s predicted that the new, American manufactured model will shake up current motorcycle manufacturing concepts by offering riders an extraordinarily flexible platform to attract a wide range of riders and provide plenty of options for personalization. CES 2024 During the recent Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, an enhanced version of the Ryvid Anthem, powered by Weel, was showcased in the Amazon Experience Area. CES brings together the tech industry, providing a platform for global audiences to engage with major brands and startups, and the modified Anthem attracted significant attention. It captured the interest of many attendees curious about the latest developments in EV technology. We appreciate everybody who took the time to meet our team and look forward delving into the advanced Weel innovations in the future. *Battery range depends on conditions such as rider weight, speed, temperature, wind, tire pressure, terrain, incline, etc. Mileage may vary EDITOR’S NOTE Editorial staff wishing to ride the Ryvid Anthem should please use the Media Contact below. Images and information on the Ryvid Anthem are available here. Anthem specifications are available here: ryvid.com/anthem/specs ABOUT RYVID Ryvid is a cutting-edge manufacturing corporation in the high-growth field of Electric Light Vehicles. Founded by enthusiasts, engineered by innovators, and designed by aerospace industry gearheads, Ryvid’s mission is to create more sustainable and enjoyable personal mobility. The company name was derived by the merging of Rhythm and Avid; elements of motion and emotion that define the experience of using our products. With its first product – the Anthem – Ryvid produced a revolutionary, lightweight, affordable electric motorcycle with a significantly lower carbon footprint than its competitors. With the same innovation to be applied to upcoming models and variants, Ryvid is poised to revolutionize urban commuting. Ryvid products are designed and assembled in the United States. For further information, please visit ryvid.com The Ryvid Anthem is now available to reserve for delivery at $8,995 Contact Details The ID Agency Greg Emmerson greg@theidagency.com Ryvid, Inc Tori George-Drake media@ryvid.com Company Website https://ryvid.com/

January 18, 2024 06:05 AM Pacific Standard Time

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Primary Voters Weigh in On AI, Robotics, and Automation in New Xometry, Zogby Strategies Poll

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The overwhelming majority of voters in each of the first five primary states of Iowa, New Hampshire, South Carolina, Nevada and Michigan agree that manufacturing is pivotally important to the economies of their state and the nation. As presidential primary voting kicks off, a new poll from Xometry, the AI-powered digital marketplace for manufacturing, and veteran polling firm John Zogby Strategies, reveals clear voter sentiment that rebuilding America’s manufacturing infrastructure requires investments in advanced tech and worker training in automation, robotics and AI. Recently, Randy Altschuler, CEO of Xometry, participated in a nationwide satellite media tour to discuss the survey results and the evolving nature of the manufacturing industry. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/1ql3WAFZTbs “As we enter the 2024 election season, the mandate of voters is clear,” said Randy Altschuler, Xometry CEO. “Voters overwhelmingly believe investing in talent and modernizing our manufacturing infrastructure is a strategic imperative that supports communities everywhere and pushes our country forward.” Poll findings include: · South Carolina (94%) leads the pack in saying manufacturing is important to their state’s economy, followed closely by New Hampshire (89%), Michigan (86%), Nevada (85%) and Iowa (84%). · Similarly, voters say manufacturing is overwhelmingly important to the nation’s economy, with 87% of voters in South Carolina and Michigan each saying so, followed by Iowa (85%) and New Hampshire and Nevada (83% each). · Voters in each of the states also overwhelmingly agree that rebuilding America’s manufacturing infrastructure requires advanced tech (automation, robotics and AI), led by 77% of New Hampshire voters saying so, followed by South Carolina (75%); Iowa (74%); Nevada (72%) and Michigan (71%). · That number jumps by as much as 10 percentage points when voters are asked whether weapons and defense systems should be solely manufactured in the U.S., led by 85% of voters in New Hampshire, Nevada and Michigan, followed by 82% of voters in Iowa and South Carolina. · Looking to the future, voters in each of the five states overwhelmingly agree that investments in infrastructure and worker training should focus on robotics and automation, led by South Carolinians (76%) followed by 71% of voters in Nevada and Michigan; 70% in New Hampshire and 59% in Iowa. · Additionally, voters also agree that workers should be trained in the use of AI when it comes to manufacturing, led by 62% of voters in Nevada, 60% of voters in New Hampshire and South Carolina, 55% of Michiganders and 50% of Iowans. For more information and to learn more about how Xometry is helping connect companies to manufacturers, visit Xometry.com About Randy Altschuler Randy Altschuler is the CEO and co-founder of Xometry, the global AI-fueled digital marketplace for on-demand manufacturing. A successful entrepreneur, Randy co-founded Xometry in 2013 and led it through tremendous growth on its journey to becoming a public company in 2021. Xometry is digitizing and disrupting the $260B manufacturing industry with its AI-driven marketplace. Xometry enables enterprise buyers to tap into global manufacturing capacity to efficiently source on-demand manufactured parts and assemblies. He serves on the Boards of Directors of the Maryland Tech Council and the Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland. Randy graduated from Princeton University and earned an MBA from Harvard Business School. He also studied at the University of Vienna as a Fulbright Scholar. About Xometry Xometry’s AI-powered marketplace, popular Thomasnet.com industrial sourcing platform and suite of cloud-based services are rapidly digitizing the $2.4 trillion manufacturing industry. Xometry provides manufacturers the critical resources they need to grow their business and makes it easy for buyers to create locally resilient supply chains. The Xometry Instant Quoting Engine® leverages millions of pieces of data to analyze complex parts in real-time, matches buyers with the right suppliers globally, and provides accurate pricing and lead times. Learn more at www.xometry.com or follow @xometry. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

January 17, 2024 05:30 PM Eastern Standard Time

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CES Sneak Peek with Stephanie Humphrey

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CES – running from Jan. 9 – 12 – is the most powerful tech event in the world and a proving ground for breakthrough technologies and global innovators. This year, organizers are expecting over 3,500 exhibitions, spread across 2.4 million square feet of exhibit space. Recently, Tech-Expert Stephanie Humphrey partnered with some of her favorite brands on a nationwide satellite media tour to discuss her top picks from this year’s show. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/toGeBBJ3pxk Attendees this year can expect to find new releases and innovations across a wide swath of technology, including laptops, wearables, health and beauty tech, smart home technology, TVs and home entertainment, automotive and EV, and a lot of AI. Here are Stephanie’s top picks: RoboRock S8 MaxV Ultra Making its debut this year, right here at CES, The S8 MaxV Ultra from Roborock is redefining how we clean our homes. The deep cleaning capabilities and self-maintenance features make cleaning more convenient than ever before. And with their Corner-to-Edge technology, which includes the FlexiArm Side Brush and Edge Mop, cleaning those hard to reach places has never been easier. And the best part? You can jumpstart your cleaning tasks by simply saying ‘Hello Rocky’ McAfee Deepfake Audio Detection To help combat that rise of online scammers using artificial intelligence, online protection experts McAfee have unveiled their new AI-powered Deepfake Audio Detection technology, to help people differentiate between real and manipulated, or fake, content. Known as Project Mockingbird, this technology will be a reliable resource for consumers amidst the rise of malicious and misleading, AI-generated material online. McAfee is working to integrate the technology as part of McAfee+ so keep an eye out for that in the coming months. Tonies Tonies are a great screen-free educational toy option for children! Just in time for the New Year, there are three new Tonies that can help your kid develop healthy habits – Yoga, Mindfulness, and Potty Training. Just pop any of the Tonies on top of the Toniebox and they will play a variety of stories, songs and lessons that can help develop children’s emotional intelligence with age-appropriate tech. They are perfect for any parents who want to embrace tech, but don’t want their kids staring at screens all day. XREAL Air 2 Pro AR Glasses The X-Real Air 2 Pro AR glasses are a great option for gaming, watching movies and TV, working at a desk, or incorporating augmented reality apps into your day-to-day life. They can turn nearly any device into a 130-inch virtual big screen that only you can view through the glasses. And because they look like normal sunglasses, they will fit right in your pocket and blend seamlessly into your day. This is truly the next generation of wearable tech and spatial computing. For more information on everything Stephanie discussed, you can check out stephaniehumphrey.com or follow me on Instagram at @techlifesteph About Stephanie Humphrey Technology and Lifestyle Expert Stephanie Humphrey is a former engineer who merges her passion for lifestyle media with in-depth tech expertise to show everyday people how empowering, enriching and fun technology can be. Stephanie is currently a technology contributor for ABC News where she works as part of the nationally-syndicatedStrahan Sara & Keke team. Her expertise is built upon more than a decade as a Senior Systems Engineer at Lockheed Martin. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

January 17, 2024 03:22 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Protecting Older California Homes from Earthquake Damage – biggest program expansion ever

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According to the California Earthquake Authority (which supports and oversees CRMP with Cal OES), there are more than 1.2 million houses in California built before 1980 in high-hazard areas that are vulnerable to collapse or destruction by sliding off the foundation during a strong earthquake. Recently, Chief Mitigation Officer at the California Earthquake Authority, Janiele Maffei, conducted a satellite media tour to spread critical awareness about the importance of seismic retrofits and share resources to help California Homeowners protect their home from earthquake damage. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/bOtBz633hZk On January 10, the California Residential Mitigation Program (CRMP) kicked off the 2024 Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) open registration, during which California homeowners can apply for up to $3,000 in grants to retrofit qualifying pre-1980 homes. Supporting this effort will be an education campaign focused on ZIP Code eligible areas, which aims to spread critical awareness about the grant period, earthquake safety, and residential mitigation including Eureka, San Francisco, Salinas/Monterey, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Palm Springs and San Diego. Registration for the 2024 EBB grant program continues through February 21st. Overall, EBB hopes to provide funding for approximately 6,000 seismic retrofits this year. EBB grants help offset the cost of seismic retrofits that brace the crawl space walls of older homes, when present, and bolt houses to their foundations, making them less vulnerable to earthquake damage. In the ten years since it began, the EBB program has assisted more than 23,000 homeowners in strengthening their homes against earthquake damage. The EBB grant program is administered by the California Residential Mitigation Program ( CRMP ) a Joint Powers Authority between the California Earthquake Authority ( CEA ) and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services ( Cal OES ). Homeowners in 815 high-risk ZIP Codes can apply for grants of up to $3,000 to offset the cost of a seismic retrofit that can help lessen the potential for damage during an earthquake. In addition, income-eligible homeowners can qualify for supplemental grants – amounts vary depending on the region and type of retrofit completed. These supplemental grants may cover up to 100 percent of the cost of a seismic retrofit. Seismic retrofits covered by the EBB program are completed by FEMA trained contractors and can help reduce damage to a house in the event of a destructive earthquake by bracing existing cripple walls in the crawl space with plywood and bolting the home to its foundation. Since 2014, more than 23,000 EBB retrofits have been completed. The new EBB registration period coincides with the 30th Anniversary of the Northridge Earthquake, a damaging 6.7 magnitude earthquake that struck early in the morning of January 17th, 1994. It caused an estimated $20 billion dollars in damages and 57 deaths and led to the State legislature creating the CEA in 1996. To learn more about the retrofit grant visit: EarthquakeBraceBolt.com About Janiele Maffei: Janiele Maffei was hired as CEA’s first Chief Mitigation Officer in May 2011 and became Director of Research in 2015. Currently her responsibilities include managing the California Residential Mitigation Program (CRMP) and that program’s first retrofit incentive program-- Earthquake Brace and Bolt (EBB); various research projects that will benefit the strategic insurance, mitigation, and education goals of CEA; and other mitigation efforts that will benefit both policyholders and California homeowners. Thanks to EBB, more than 22,000 California homeowners have completed a code-compliant seismic retrofit. Janiele and her team often hear the sentiment from homeowners that they can now sleep better at night. Janiele is proud to be part of the effort helping a growing number of California families live in more resilient housing. Janiele attended University of California Berkeley, earning an AB in Architecture and an MS in engineering. Following that, she obtained her civil and structural engineering licenses. In 2017, Janiele was inducted into the Distinguished Alumni Association of the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at UC Berkeley. Prior to joining CEA, she served as the President of the Northern California Chapter of the Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (EERI). She then joined the National board of EERI as Secretary Treasurer for six years, ending in 2017. In 2018 she became Vice President of the Structural Engineers Association of Northern California and assumed the role of President in 2019. Additionally, Janiele regularly participates in the EERI Visiting Professionals Program, speaking at California colleges and universities, encouraging students to consider careers in earthquake engineering. Janiele enjoys theater, travel, family, and music. Her international travel has exposed her to the rich diversity of our planet, and she considers herself fortunate to have had the privilege of visiting over 45 countries. About Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) Established by the California Residential Mitigation Program, EBB offers up to $3,000 to help California homeowners retrofit their house to reduce potential damage from earthquakes. A residential seismic retrofit makes a house more resistant to earthquake activity, such as ground shaking and soil failure, by bolting the house to its foundation and adding bracing around the perimeter of the crawl space. For more information, including an online media kit, please visit EarthquakeBraceBolt.com and EBBTools.com. About the California Residential Mitigation Program (CRMP) CRMP was established in 2011 to help Californians strengthen their homes against damage from earthquakes. CRMP is a joint powers authority created by the California Earthquake Authority and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services. For more information, please visit https://www.californiaresidentialmitigationprogram.com/About-CRMP. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

January 17, 2024 01:48 PM Eastern Standard Time

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DIME Makes Retail Debut at Ulta Beauty

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DIME announced today that they are launching into brick-and-mortar stores for the first time at the nation’s largest beauty retailer, Ulta Beauty. Following the success of the brand’s DTC growth since launching in 2018 and their presence on Ulta.com over the past year, the brand will launch onto Ulta shelves through Sparked, highlighted as the latest emerging brand to enter stores. DIME’s expansion to over 500 retail doors this spring signifies the exciting next phase of growth for the brand and their continued partnership with Ulta Beauty. DIME customers rave about experiencing real results and why they LOVE THE DIME DIFFERENCE™: clinically-proven, effective products that are luxurious, yet approachable. Founded by Master Esthetician Baylee Relf, who believes in an ingredient-first approach to skin wellness, DIME creates innovative products that use clean ingredients to support and enhance the skin’s overall appearance, health, and vitality. The DIME Clean™ Promise means DIME products can be used worry-free: no parabens, sulfates, phthalates, BPA/BPS, animal products, by-products, or derivatives. The brand is Conscious-Beauty certified at Ulta Beauty for its clean ingredients and vegan formulas, creating more choices across the skincare assortment that meet the retailer’s guests’ values, interests, and needs. “We founded DIME with the objective to set higher standards for clean, efficacious, and approachable skin wellness solutions,” said DIME Founder Baylee Relf. “We are so proud of how DIME has resonated in such a short period on our DTC website, cultivating an incredibly loyal customer base. A year ago, we launched on Ulta.com, and we have been thrilled to see Ulta Beauty guests’ enthusiasm for The DIME Difference. We believe this is the right time for our brand to deepen our relationship with Ulta Beauty and expand our presence onto the beauty shelves in 500+ stores nationwide at the beginning of 2024. We are excited to partner with Ulta Beauty to continue our mission of bringing Conscious Beauty to the forefront of our customers’ skin wellness journey." "We’re thrilled to introduce even more guests to DIME’s skincare and fragrance offerings through the brand’s first-ever launch into retail,” said Muffy Clince, Ulta Beauty’s Senior Director of Merchandising for Emerging Brands & Initiatives. “Consciously-made skincare and modern fragrances are categories beauty lovers are highly engaged with, and we’re grateful for this next phase of our partnership with DIME as we make these offerings more accessible for guests to discover their new beauty must-haves while shopping in Ulta Beauty stores.” For more information, please visit DIMEBeautyCo.com or Ulta.com and @DIMEBeautyCo or @Ulta Beauty on social media platforms. About DIME DIME is a clean ingredient-led skincare and fragrance brand that offers elevated solutions that deliver real results. Master your skin wellness journey through The DIME Difference: clinically-proven, effective products that are luxurious yet approachable. Founded by Master Esthetician Baylee Relf, who believes in an ingredient-first approach to skin wellness, DIME pursues innovative products that use the cleanest ingredients possible to support and enhance the skin’s overall appearance, health, and vitality. The DIME Clean™ Promise means you can use DIME products worry-free: no parabens, sulfates, phthalates, BPA/BPS, animal products, by-products, or derivatives. In addition to glass and recycled packaging, DIME sends all products in biodegradable and 100% recycled unit cartons and shipper boxes. ### For press inquiries, please contact Elyse Koenig: Beauty & Wellness Consulting: Nathalie Kourie nathalie@elysekoenig.com 858.342.7769 Contact Details Elyse Koenig: Beauty & Wellness Consulting Nathalie Kourie +1 858-342-7769 nathalie@elysekoenig.com

January 17, 2024 11:20 AM Eastern Standard Time

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HackaTRON Season 5 Recap and Season 6 Preview

TRON DAO

Geneva, Switzerland, January 16, 2024 - TRON DAO is delighted to highlight the achievements from HackaTRON Season 5. Due to successful launches on the TRON mainnet before the November 30th, 2023 deadline, each project has fully received their respective prize amounts from the substantial $500,000* total prize pool. The winners, spanning tracks like Web3, DeFi, Artistry, A.I., and Builder, were awarded prize amounts as follows: 1st Place winners in each track received $25,000, 2nd Place received $15,000, 3rd Place $10,000, 4th Place $8,000, and 5th Place $6,000. Additionally, the Project Engagement Prize was awarded to two projects, both receiving $3,000, and the Determination Prize winner received $4,500. The HackaTRON Season 5 winners by each track are as follows: * Note: All prizes were issued in USDD, not USD, restrictions applied. Web3 Track Bounce by The Bounce Team Thoughts by Thinkers JustMoney Invoice by JustMoney BlockFabric by BlockFabric ExploreX by Team Explorers DeFi Track DebitLLama by ZKP Solutions Asset Fusion by Bundlers NRG Wallet by NRG Team Receive.Me by Receive.Me Team Outre-Finance by Kachi Artistry Track LoopNFT by LoopNFT Horse Racing Bet Game by Amazing BCate by UMR_KRW GamesFi by GamesFi_Devs World Craft by World Craft'ers A.I. Track TRON AI ScannerBot by StrandGeek TRON Assistant by Builders Pravahini by Team Pravahini TronDevGPT by TronNinjas ASCAI by Team ASCAI Builder Track Tronsave by Tronsave Team dCloud- Lite by cctechmx ArtBeat by 4thFloor TronHub Microsites by TronNinjas Project Engagement Prize Cloak by Team Cloak Galaxy Throne by Galaxy Throne Team The Determination Prize Triton by TritonTeam Preview of HackaTRON Season 6 As HackaTRON Season 5 concludes, TRON DAO is paving the way for Season 6. The upcoming season will feature a new track: Integration. This track focuses on projects that utilize existing protocols, DApps, or services from the TRON/ BTTC ecosystems into their project; or create useful resources for enhancing applications within the TRON/BTTC ecosystems. Stay up to date and be part of the action by following TRON DAO on Twitter/X account and visiting the HackaTRON official page for updates and involvement opportunities. Get ready to integrate, innovate, and inspire with HackaTRON Season 6! 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 network has continued to deliver impressive achievements since MainNet launch in May 2018. July 2018 also marked the ecosystem integration of BitTorrent, a pioneer in decentralized Web3 services boasting over 100 million monthly active users. The TRON network has gained incredible traction in recent years. As of January 2023, it has over 205.76 million total user accounts on the blockchain, more than 6.98 billion total transactions, and over $20.58 billion in total value locked (TVL), as reported on TRONSCAN. In addition, TRON hosts the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin across the globe, overtaking USDT on Ethereum since April 2021. The TRON network completed full decentralization in December 2021 and is now a community-governed DAO. Most recently in October 2022, TRON was designated as the national blockchain for the Commonwealth of Dominica, which marks the first time a major public blockchain partnered with a sovereign nation to develop its national blockchain infrastructure. On top of the government’s endorsement to issue Dominica Coin (“DMC”), a blockchain-based fan token to help promote Dominica’s global fanfare, seven existing TRON-based tokens - TRX, BTT, NFT, JST, USDD, USDT, TUSD, have been granted statutory status as authorized digital currency and medium of exchange in the country. TRONNetwork | TRONDAO | Twitter | YouTube | Telegram | Discord | Reddit | GitHub | Medium | Forum Media Contact Hayward Wong press@tron.network Contact Details Hayward Wong press@tron.network Company Website https://trondao.org/

January 16, 2024 04:32 PM Eastern Standard Time

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