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Justin Sun's Message on HTX’s 11th Anniversary: A Crypto Pioneer’s Unwavering Commitment to User Experience

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Singapore, August 9 - HTX, one of the world's leading cryptocurrency exchanges, rolled out the launch ceremony of its 11th-anniversary event series themed "Turning Trials to Triumph" on August 7. The event attracted the attendance of Justin Sun, a member of the HTX Global Advisory Board, along with several renowned crypto influencers. They shared their journeys in the industry and their outlook on HTX's future. A Company Is Like an Iceberg: What’s Hidden Matters Most The blockchain industry has come a long way since the Bitcoin whitepaper was published in 2008, marking nearly 16 years of development. For more than two-thirds of this time, HTX has been a key witness and participant in the industry. "People often overlook the achievements that stem from long-term development, fixating instead on short-term events. This is evident in the widespread concerns over price fluctuations, despite the industry's significant progress being undervalued. Over the past 11 years, the growth in the crypto space has far exceeded that of traditional industries. In the crypto world, nothing is impossible, and this statement holds true whether interpreted positively or negatively," said Sun. HTX has seen strong momentum this year, with trading volumes steadily climbing and the 24-hour volume repeatedly placing the exchange in the top two among centralized exchanges. Additionally, HTX introduced several new products this year, such as Restaking, Trade to Earn, and Earn with Pending Orders, all of which are well-received by users. Reflecting on the experience of the exchange operations, Sun emphasized, "The trading experience is the core of every exchange. At HTX, we focus our time and energy on enhancing user experience to boost trading volume. Moreover, the new assets listed on HTX are cherry-picked. We are committed to offering the best selection of cryptos." Since November 2023, HTX has listed nearly 200 new cryptocurrencies, with 85% achieving a fivefold increase in value. Sun likened running a company to managing an iceberg, noting that what is visible is just a small part, while the unseen portion is what keeps the iceberg afloat. "Similarly, for a company, the aspects users don't see are crucial, such as security. The regulatory environment is also key; challenges vary at different stages, but excellence is required at every stage." Enduring Through Bull and Bear Markets: Striving to Be a Time-honoured Crypto Platform Since his enrollment at the HTX Global Advisory Board, Sun has set the goal for the platform to reclaim its position among the top three exchanges. Given the current progress, HTX is striding on the trajectory toward this goal. To expedite this goal, Sun has laid out three short-term plans: "First, we will continue to enhance HTX's liquidity, not only for BTC and ETH but also for other major coins and newly listed ones. Second, we will keep attracting new users in existing markets. Third, we aim to improve user experience, aspiring to become the exchange with the best user experience in the industry." Looking further ahead, Sun shared a piece of advice from Alibaba's founder billionaire Jack Ma during a class at Hupan University, which resonates with his vision for HTX: "Not only should we aim to do well, but we should also strive to endure." Sun added, "As Ma pointed out, Japanese companies often have a century-long history, we also yearn for being a centuries-old platform and will always work hard for it, despite the challenges in the financial industry. In the Web3 space, it's rare for a company to last 11 years, but HTX has achieved this milestone. The financial sector is about managing risk, and HTX has successfully navigated multiple bull and bear cycles to reach its 11th anniversary, making it a 'living fossil' in the crypto world." Brand Value - An Exchange's Moat The competition among cryptocurrency exchanges is fierce, but Sun believes HTX boasts advantages owing to firm roots. "Brand value is the moat for exchanges, and maintaining long-term customer public praise is crucial. The next level of competition drives every exchange to enhance market depth, trading experience, and regulatory compliance. The current regulatory environment is complex and challenging, but HTX is performing well in this area. Additionally, HTX fosters a closer connection with the community and users than the super large exchanges, an advantage that must be carefully maintained," Sun explained. This continued commitment to community engagement and brand value has earned HTX a loyal following among its users and friends, many of whom attended this launch. KOL Jianing Yu, one of the participants, noted, "HTX is rooted in longtermism. Successful exchanges in China have thrived by pursuing long-term values. The infrastructure of the Chinese crypto ecosystem remains robust, with platforms like TRON being among the most important globally. The crypto industry still requires a balance between innovation and integrity." Another influencer, J@Crypto, recalled that the smooth trading experience was what initially attracted him to HTX. As seasoned players in the crypto space, the guests expressed a strong belief in Bitcoin. UNAI YANG shared, "I read the Bitcoin whitepaper five times during my undergraduate years and realized then that witnessing Bitcoin surpassing the dollar would be an extraordinary future." Dr. K also echoed this sentiment, "Bitcoin has been my steadfast companion through the ups and downs." The guests also shared their insights and advice for investors. Michael advised, "First, don't use leverage; second, only invest money you can afford to lose." Another participant, Yuanzhang, added, "The inability to hold onto coins stems from fear and greed. A larger fund base fosters a patience and stable mindset and so do the idle funds. Longtermism isn't about holding indefinitely but adjusting where you sit. If you view Bitcoin as a ballast, you'll have a better mindset." Closing Thoughts Over the past 11 years, HTX has evolved from a cryptocurrency exchange into a comprehensive blockchain business ecosystem, a transformation made possible by the support of its users. In appreciation of users' trust and companionship, HTX officially launched its 11th-anniversary event series at 03:11 on August 8 (UTC), offering rewards exceeding $10 million. Looking ahead, HTX will continue to pursue higher security standards and liquidity, enhance user experience, introduce more diverse products, and remain committed to industry development, aiming to achieve even greater success. As Justin Sun said, HTX is on the way to becoming the centuries-old platform in the crypto space. About HTX Founded in 2013, HTX has evolved over a decade from a simple cryptocurrency exchange to a comprehensive blockchain business ecosystem. This expansion covers a wide range of services including digital asset trading, financial derivatives, wallets, research, investments, incubation, and more. As a world-leading portal to Web 3.0, HTX is committed to a growth strategy focused on global expansion, ecological prosperity, wealth effect, and safety and compliance. This approach enables us to offer comprehensive, safe, and reliable services and value to virtual currency enthusiasts around the world, reinforcing our position as a global gateway to Web3. Contact Details EE glo-media@htx-inc.com Company Website https://www.htx.com/

August 10, 2024 11:44 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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BFJ Digital Elevates Ecommerce with Expert Shopify Website Development Services

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BFJ Digital, a leading digital agency renowned for its advanced development expertise, proudly announces its comprehensive Shopify web design services Brisbane. With over 15 years of experience and a proven track record of launching numerous successful ecommerce sites, BFJ Digital continues to drive digital transformation for businesses locally and internationally. Transforming Ecommerce with Expertise and Innovation BFJ Digital's Shopify development services stand as a testament to the agency's commitment to helping businesses establish a robust online presence. The agency leverages Shopify's powerful features to deliver custom solutions that enhance the design and functionality of ecommerce stores, ultimately focusing on strategies that increase sales and revenue. "We are dedicated to providing our clients with cutting-edge ecommerce solutions that meet their unique business needs," said Ben, Managing Director at BFJ Digital. "Our extensive experience in Shopify development, coupled with our innovative approach, ensures that we deliver visually appealing, technically sound, and high-performing online stores." Free Strategy Sessions for Personalized Ecommerce Solutions In its endeavor to offer tailored ecommerce development, BFJ Digital provides free strategy sessions for potential clients. These sessions allow businesses to discuss their ecommerce goals and financial solutions with experts, ensuring a personalized approach that aligns with their specific needs. "Our free strategy sessions are designed to help businesses understand the potential of their ecommerce ventures and how we can collaborate to achieve their goals," added Ben. "We prioritize quality and customer satisfaction, and our integrated service line is built to support business success from start to finish." SEO-Friendly, Fast-Loading, and Secure Shopify Sites BFJ Digital's creative agency operates with an in-house marketing team, ensuring comprehensive support for its clients. The agency designs SEO-friendly websites that enhance visibility and traffic, while fast-loading websites improve user experience and conversion rates. Additionally, custom code security measures are implemented to protect online stores, and CRM integration simplifies customer relationship management. Successful Migration and Performance Enhancement BFJ Digital's proficiency in Shopify migration is exemplified by successful case studies, such as Ecobin's conversion rate increase by 220%. The agency demonstrates a thorough understanding of customer behavior and conversion strategies, delivering visually appealing websites that are both technically robust and performance-enhanced. "Migration to Shopify can significantly transform the performance of online stores," stated Fabian. "Our advanced development services ensure a seamless transition, enabling businesses to fully leverage the platform's capabilities for enhanced functionality and performance." Harnessing the Power of Shopify App Integration Shopify's compatibility with over 4,000 third-party applications allows BFJ Digital to offer enhanced store functionality through app integration. Popular app categories include inventory management, marketing tools, customer service solutions, accounting and finance apps, and shipping and fulfillment tools. The agency ensures that integration considerations such as app compatibility, performance, user reviews, data security, and compliance with privacy regulations are meticulously evaluated. Action to Take Businesses seeking to elevate their ecommerce presence with expert Shopify development services are encouraged to schedule a free strategy session with BFJ Digital. To learn more about how BFJ Digital can transform your online store and drive ecommerce success, visit https://bfj.digital/contact/. About BFJ Digital BFJ Digital is a premier digital marketing and transformation agency based in Brisbane, QLD. The agency specializes in advanced digital marketing, digital transformation, website development, and performance media services. BFJ Digital combines technical expertise with client collaboration to deliver measurable results and drive business growth. For more information about BFJ Digital and to book a free strategy session, please visit https://bfj.digital/. Contact Details BFJ Digital Ben Henzell info@bfj.digital Company Website https://bfj.digital/

August 09, 2024 12:32 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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CORRECTING AND REPLACING Justin Sun Delivers Keynote and Fireside Chat at ABS2024, TRON DAO Featured as Title Sponsor

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Geneva, Switzerland, August 9, 2024 - The Asia Blockchain Summit 2024 ( ABS2024 ), featured TRON DAO as a Title Sponsor and welcomed TRON founder Justin Sun to deliver a keynote speech. Sun also participated in a thought-provoking fireside chat with Song Hongbin, author of "Currency Wars". The summit convened leaders from Web3, and various industries to explore and discuss the future of Blockchain, AI, and the Future of Governance. ABS2024 was held in Taipei from August 6-8 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. Taiwan has long been at the forefront of technology discussions, and this summit featured a distinguished lineup of keynote speakers and panelists, including Vitalik Buterin, founder of Ethereum; Song Hongbing, author of “Currency Wars”; and actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt. This significant gathering underscores the growing global interest in Taiwan as a leading center for Web3 innovation. TRON DAO and ABS successfully hosted Masterminds, the Official VIP & Speakers Only Reception at ABS2024 on August 6th. The exclusive opening night drinks reception at the iconic Ce La Vie Taipei offered breathtaking panoramic views of the city, complemented by exquisite cocktails, music, and delectable cuisine. August 7th, Justin Sun, Founder of TRON, delivered a keynote speech highlighting the positive impact TRON is making by bridging the crypto and traditional financial worlds. He discussed TRON's progress in payments and financial inclusion. Sun also participated in a fireside chat with Song Hongbin, a renowned scholar on financial history, for an in-depth discussion on their philosophy of “Money and digital assets.” Dave Uhryniak, Leader of Ecosystem Development at TRON DAO, also participated in a compelling panel discussion titled “How to Leverage Community Power for the Next Leg Up.” This discussion explored the benefits of community and collaboration in achieving collective success. The session emphasized mutual support and shared progress, resonating with audiences interested in community-building and cooperative achievements. As TRON DAO continues its mission to decentralize the internet through innovative blockchain solutions, it remains steadfast in nurturing strong community ties and fostering global innovation. Participation in ABS2024 underscores TRON DAO’s dedication to shaping the future of decentralized technologies and its ongoing commitment to advancing education in the blockchain sector. 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 August 2024, it has over 247 million total user accounts on the blockchain, more than 8 billion total transactions, and over $22 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 Yeweon Park press@tron.network Contact Details Yeweon Park press@tron.network Company Website https://trondao.org/

August 09, 2024 11:22 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Bluepeak Named Winner of BroadbandNow’s Digital Inclusivity Award

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Bluepeak, a leading provider of high-speed fiber internet, has been honored with BroadbandNow’s 2024 Digital Inclusivity Award. The Digital Inclusivity Awards celebrate internet service providers (ISPs) that “go above and beyond in their efforts to bring affordable, reliable, and high-quality internet access to underserved and unserved communities." The distinction recognizes Bluepeak as being a forward-thinking provider at the forefront of closing the digital divide in the United States through disruptive technologies, innovative approaches, and community-focused initiatives. Bluepeak CEO Rich Fish expressed his pride in the company’s achievement, stating, “This award highlights the hard work and innovative spirit of our entire team. We are honored to be recognized for our efforts to make high-speed internet accessible to everyone, regardless of where they live or the size of the town. Our mission is to create digital equity and this award affirms that we are on the right path.” BroadbandNow’s Digital Inclusivity Award is based on a comprehensive evaluation of various factors including service affordability, accessibility, and the ISP’s efforts to promote digital literacy and inclusion. Bluepeak stood out for its innovative approaches to extending high-speed internet to rural and remote areas, making significant strides in ensuring that every community has the opportunity to connect and thrive in the digital age. Bluepeak’s Chief Commercial Officer Lana Frank added, “Bluepeak’s commitment to digital inclusivity includes initiatives such as offering affordable service plans, partnering with local community organizations to promote digital literacy, and investing in cutting-edge technology to enhance service reliability and reach. These efforts have not only improved connectivity but empowered communities by providing the tools necessary for success in today’s digital world.” BroadbandNow is the leading consumer resource for broadband information, with the broadest aggregated and validated data set of internet coverage, speed, and prices in the United States from the FCC and 2,000 U.S.-based internet service providers. They’ve been cited by The New York Times, Washington Post, Ars Technica, The New Yorker, and numerous other publications. For more information on the BroadbandNow Digital Inclusivity Award and the full list of award winners, visit https://broadbandnow.com/report/Digital-Inclusion-Awards. About Bluepeak Bluepeak is a new kind of internet provider bringing fast, reliable, affordable internet to places that have needed better options for too long. The company has roots serving Great Plains and Midwest communities going back more than 30 years. As the need for internet in the region has evolved, so has Bluepeak, upgrading and expanding service in South Dakota, southwest Minnesota, Oklahoma, Wyoming, North Dakota, and soon-to-be Texas, with the newest cutting-edge technology. These expansion efforts include multi-million-dollar infrastructure projects, community involvement and growth through local hires. Bluepeak is earning the trust of customers and businesses through simple, affordable offerings, responsive, reliable customer service and transparent pricing. The company’s unique approach to delivering internet service has earned Bluepeak accolades for customer satisfaction, network performance, workplace culture and meaningful community partnerships. Visit www.mybluepeak.com to learn more. Contact Details Parnomi PR, on behalf of Bluepeak Angie Knight +1 574-208-9090 media@parnomi.com Company Website https://www.mybluepeak.com

August 09, 2024 09:00 AM Mountain Daylight Time

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Justin Sun Delivers Keynote and Fireside Chat at ABS2024, TRON DAO Featured as Title Sponsor

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Geneva, Switzerland, August 9, 2024 - The Asia Blockchain Summit 2024 ( ABS2024 ), featured TRON DAO as a Title Sponsor and welcomed TRON founder Justin Sun to deliver a keynote speech. Sun also participated in a thought-provoking fireside chat with Song Hongbin, author of "Currency Wars". The summit convened leaders from Web3, and various industries to explore and discuss the future of Blockchain, AI, and the Future of Governance. ABS2024 was held in Taipei from August 6-8 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. Taiwan has long been at the forefront of technology discussions, and this summit featured a distinguished lineup of keynote speakers and panelists, including Vitalik Buterin, founder of Ethereum; Song Hongbing, author of “Currency Wars”; and actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt. This significant gathering underscores the growing global interest in Taiwan as a leading center for Web3 innovation. TRON DAO and ABS successfully hosted Masterminds, the Official VIP & Speakers Only Reception at ABS2024 on August 6th. The exclusive opening night drinks reception at the iconic Ce La Vie Taipei offered breathtaking panoramic views of the city, complemented by exquisite cocktails, music, and delectable cuisine. August 7th, Justin Sun, Founder of TRON, delivered a keynote speech highlighting the positive impact TRON is making by bridging the crypto and traditional financial worlds. He discussed TRON's progress in payments and financial inclusion. Sun also participated in a fireside chat with Song Hongbin, a renowned scholar on financial history, for an in-depth discussion on their philosophy of “Money and digital assets.” Dave Uhryniak, Leader of Ecosystem Development at TRON DAO, also participated in a compelling panel discussion titled “How to Leverage Community Power for the Next Leg Up.” This discussion explored the benefits of community and collaboration in achieving collective success. The session emphasized mutual support and shared progress, resonating with audiences interested in community-building and cooperative achievements. As TRON DAO continues its mission to decentralize the internet through innovative blockchain solutions, it remains steadfast in nurturing strong community ties and fostering global innovation. Participation in ABS2024 underscores TRON DAO’s dedication to shaping the future of decentralized technologies and its ongoing commitment to advancing education in the blockchain sector. 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 August 2024, it has over 247 million total user accounts on the blockchain, more than 8 billion total transactions, and over $22 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 Yeweon Park press@tron.network Contact Details Yeweon Park press@tron.network Company Website https://trondao.org/

August 09, 2024 07:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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August 08, 2024 01:33 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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HTX Kicks Off 11th Anniversary Celebration with Over 10 Million USDT in Rewards for Users

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On August 8, HTX kicked off its 11th anniversary celebration with a series of events themed "Turning Trials to Triumph", with rewards totaling over ten million USDT to thank both new and existing users. HTX's 11th anniversary celebration features a wide range of products and services, such as, spot and futures trading, margin trading, and Earn. Event highlights include the Battle of Glory for KOLs, Summer Carnival Party, Futures Trading Contest, "Earn with Pending Orders", "Trade to Earn", Restaking, and more. Participants can share in a prize pool worth over ten million USDT and have a chance to win a free trip to TOKEN2049. * Event Details: https://www.htx.com.se/en-us/support/24977236188164 Event 1: Celebrate 11th Anniversary with HTX and Harvest Generous Rewards According to HTX's official announcement, from 03:11 UTC on August 8 to 03:11 UTC on September 8, users who complete designated tasks will unlock generous rewards, including token airdrops, futures trial bonuses, and cashback vouchers. Rewards can be accumulated. By completing 11 tasks, user will stand a chance to win a 2,000 USDT trip and a ticket to the meetup with Justin. These tasks include completing Level 3 KYC verification, depositing 100 USDT or more via P2P, reaching a cumulative spot trading volume of ≥100 USDT, joining the Futures Trading Contest, referring friends to sign up on HTX, trading on margin, participating in Liquid Restaking, joining "Trade to Earn", taking part in Learn & Earn and learning about CLORE, attending the 11th Anniversary Summer Carnival Party, and posting a blessing message in the HTX community. Participants are required to complete L3 KYC verification before they are eligible for this event. * Event Details: https://www.htx.com/en-us/mars/11year Event 2: HTX's 11th Anniversary Celebration: Join the Battle of Glory for KOLs and Win a Share of 200,000 USDT HTX’s official announcement reveals that the "HTX 11th Anniversary Celebration—Battle of Glory for KOLs", a special event running from July 16 to September 5, offers a prize pool of 200,000 USDT. This event is designed to celebrate HTX’s 11th anniversary and gives back to HTX affiliates, partner KOLs, and users. During the registration window from July 16 to July 31, HTX affiliates, partner KOLs, and users who successfully register on the event page will be rewarded with a random airdrop of up to 88 USDT in futures trial bonuses. The Battle of Glory for KOLs is scheduled from August 1 to August 31. Participants can compete for a total prize pool of 15,000 USDT by producing engaging content, bringing in new futures users, and gathering user votes. On September 11, HTX will announce the winners of four major awards during a livestream on HTX Live. The awards and corresponding prize pools are as follows: - 10 Most Popular KOLs will share a total prize pool of 2,000 USDT. - 30 Premier HTX Affiliates will divide a prize pool of 5,000 USDT. - 25 Best Creator KOLs will split a prize pool of 3,000 USDT. - 46 Most Influential Livestreamer KOLs will share a prize pool of 5,000 USDT. * Event Details: https://www.htx.com.bz/en-us/live/community/topic?topicId=296 Event 3: Celebrating HTX's 11th Anniversary: Trade Futures to Share 530,000 USDT and Win a Free Trip to TOKEN2049 As per HTX's official announcement, the platform will be launching a series of rewarding events for futures traders from 10:00 (UTC) on August 1 to 09:59 (UTC) on September 4. These events are open to all users, new and existing, and offer a total prize pool of a whopping 530,000 USDT and a free trip to TOKEN2049. See below for details: 1. Exclusive to New Futures Traders: New users or those who have not traded futures before the event can earn up to 2,012 USDT in futures trial bonuses by completing tasks like Beginner's Tasks, Deposit to Get Rewarded, Trade Futures Daily to Win Red Packets, and Welcome Gifts for HTX Copy Trading Newcomers. 2. Daily Check-In by Trading Futures: Futures traders who complete daily tasks will have a chance to win exciting prizes, including a free trip to TOKEN2049, an iPhone 15 Pro Max, and an Apple Vision Pro. 3. Futures Trading Contest: Compete in the Individual Challenge or the Team Challenge. The Individual Challenge takes place from 10:00 (UTC) on August 1 to 09:59 (UTC) on August 15. Participants who trade futures and achieve a cumulative trading volume of ≥500,000 USDT will qualify for the trading volume leaderboard. The top 100 futures traders will share a prize pool of 200,000 USDT in $HTX. The participant with the most trading volume will win an additional reward of a free TOKEN2049 trip. The Team Challenge allows teams to form between 10:00 (UTC) on August 5 and 09:59 (UTC) on August 15, with the actual challenge running from 10:00 (UTC) on August 15 to 09:59 (UTC) on September 4. In the team-up period, participants can opt to either create their own teams or become part of established ones. A team will be deemed successfully formed when it encompasses at least 5 members. During the challenge period, team members can bolster their team's trading volume by trading futures. The top 20 teams with the highest cumulative trading volume will qualify to share the prize pool of 300,000 USDT in $HTX. The leader of the team with the most trading volume will win an additional reward of a free trip to TOKEN2049. 4. Ace Lead Trader Contest: From 02:00 (UTC) on July 25 to 15:59 (UTC) on August 15, the top 10 futures traders ranked by PnL, PnL%, and followers' PnL will be eligible to win 1,000 USDT and other amazing prizes. Additionally, followers will receive 100% loss compensation on their first copied trade. * Event Details: https://www.htx.com.se/support/84976656946083 Event 4: Compete for $20,000 in $CLORE at HTX's CLORE Trading Contest Based on HTX's official announcement, from 10:00 (UTC) on August 2 to 10:00 (UTC) on August 16, HTX will be launching the CLORE Trading Contest, offering a prize pool of $20,000 in $CLORE. Throughout the event, users who visit the event page on any given day will be automatically enrolled in the event. Participants who trade CLORE spot trading pairs during the event period can share a prize pool of 181,818 $CLORE (worth 20,000 USDT) based on their trading volumes, with each individual eligible to win up to 7,272 $CLORE. please note that participants' CLORE/USDT margin trading volume made during the event period will be multiplied by 3 times for this event. * Event Details: https://www.htx.com.se/support/44976823004527 Event 5: Join the 11th Anniversary Summer Carnival Party to Win An 88 USDT Gift Pack and Exclusive HTX Merch According to HTX's official announcement, the Summer Carnival Party for HTX's 11th Anniversary will take place from August 5 to September 5. During the event, users who complete 5 tasks will be eligible to claim an amazing 88 USDT gift pack, containing platform offers, exclusive discounts, and more. Those who complete all 6 tasks will receive not only the gift pack but also an extra Mystery Box containing exclusive HTX merch or a 10 USDT futures trial bonus. Only 1,000 slots are available, distributed on a first-come, first-served basis! Tasks include: voting in the Battle of Glory for KOLs (participate in voting for 3 days); posting to send blessings; commenting to send blessings; sending blessings in the livestream room; joining a community group and send blessings; reaching a cumulative futures trading volume of 5,000 USDT. Please note that users need to click "Register Now" on the announcement page to participate in the event. * Event Details: https://www.htx.com/microapps/en-us/contract-transaction/h5/createInnovation?disableNav=YES&content=1 Event 6: Join the Trending Cryptos Margin Trading Carnival Month and Split 20,000 USDT HTX has unveiled the "Trending Cryptos Margin Trading Carnival Month" as part of its 11th-anniversary celebrations. Comprising four one-week phases, the event boasts a total prize pool of 20,000 USDT. See below for details: 1. From 03:11 (UTC) on August 8 to 03:11 (UTC) on September 8, participants who perform margin trading with any amount will have a chance to enter a lucky draw to win a trip worth 2,000 USDT and a ticket to meet Justin. 2. From 03:11 (UTC) on August 8 to 12:00 (UTC) on August 14, participants trading the designated cryptos (BTC/USDT, ETH/USDT, DOGE/USDT, SOL/USDT, XRP/USDT, PEPE/USDT, LINK/USDT, TRX/USDT, and LTC/USDT in both cross and isolated margin modes) and achieving a cumulative trading volume of at least 100,000 USDT will be eligible to share a prize pool of 5,000 USDT. Rewards will be distributed based on their cumulative margin trading volume. 3. Existing HTX users who have not engaged in margin trading from January 1, 2024, to July 30, 2024, will be eligible for zero interest on margin loans and 20%–30% cashback on trading fees if they perform margin trading between July 31, 2024, and August 31, 2024. * Event Details: https://www.htx.com.se/en-us/support/44976891938524 Event 7: Join Spot Grid Trading to Split 5,000 USDT To give back to users, HTX is launching a rewarding event for Trading Bot from 08:00 (UTC) on August 1 to 08:00 (UTC) on August 15. Participants can win a share of the 5,000 USDT prize pool by engaging in spot grid trading, either by cloning a strategy or creating a new one. See below for details: 1. During the event period, participants who have never engaged in spot grid trading will receive 5 USDT, provided that they perform their first spot grid trade by cloning a strategy or creating their own on Trading Bot with an investment amount ≥ 100 USDT and completed grid trades > 3. The first 200 eligible participants ranked by the creation time of grid trades will get rewarded. First come, first served! 2. During the event period, participants (i.e. new and existing users) have the chance to share 4,000 USDT, through spot grid trades by cloning a strategy or creating their own on Trading Bot with an investment amount ≥ 100 USDT and completed grid trades > 3. Rewards are distributed based on the proportions of participants' trading volume. * Event Details: https://www.htx.com.se/support/64976743228636 Event 8: "Earn with Pending Orders": Place BTC and ETH Orders to Split $150,000 in $HTX HTX's official announcement states that "Earn with Pending Orders" #4 will take place from 12:00:00 (UTC) on August 8 to 11:59:59 (UTC) on August 23. The event offers a prize pool of $150,000 in $HTX for those who place BTC/USDT and ETH/USDT limit orders in spot trading. The prize pool for BTC/USDT pending orders in spot trading boasts a total of 100,000,000,000 $HTX (equivalent to 100,000 USDT), with a daily prize pool of 6,666,666,667 $HTX. The prize pool for ETH/USDT pending orders in spot trading is 50,000,000,000 $HTX (equivalent to 50,000 USDT), with a daily prize pool of 3,333,333,333 $HTX. During the event period, the platform will take random snapshots of pending orders for BTC/USDT and ETH/USDT spot trades every minute. Based on these snapshots, the platform will separately calculate rewards for qualifying buy and sell orders placed within 0.5% of the execution price. These rewards can be accumulated throughout the event. The closer an order price is to the execution price, the higher the reward weight. Please note that users need to click "Register Now" on the announcement page to participate in the event. * Event Details: https://www.htx.com.se/en-us/support/44977262041553 Since its establishment, HTX has weathered the storms and experienced the ups and downs of the ever-evolving crypto market over the past 11 years. From humble beginnings to its current position as an industry leader, the platform has been a steadfast witness to and active participant in the rapid growth and transformative changes that have defined this sector. Moving forward, HTX aims to collaborate with users and partners globally to seize emerging opportunities and tackle the challenges of the crypto market, driving the industry toward more mature and robust development. About HTX Founded in 2013, HTX has evolved over a decade from a simple cryptocurrency exchange to a comprehensive blockchain business ecosystem. This expansion covers a wide range of services including digital asset trading, financial derivatives, wallets, research, investments, incubation, and more. As a world-leading portal to Web 3.0, HTX is committed to a growth strategy focused on global expansion, ecological prosperity, wealth effect, and safety and compliance. This approach enables us to offer comprehensive, safe, and reliable services and value to virtual currency enthusiasts around the world, reinforcing our position as a global gateway to Web3. Contact Details EE glo-media@htx-inc.com Company Website https://www.htx.com/

August 08, 2024 01:08 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Claravine Launches DV360 Connector to Streamline Digital Media Campaigns

Claravine

Claravine, The Data Standards Company, today announced the launch of its new connector for Google Display & Video 360 (DV360). With inbound and outbound capabilities to audit, enrich, and correct DV360 metadata, the integration automates steps and reduces errors for improved marketing data compliance and decisions. DV360’s established platform enables enterprise marketers to manage their reservation, programmatic, and programmatic guaranteed campaigns across display, video, TV, audio, and other channels, all in one place. As part of the Google Marketing Platform, DV360 integrates with many of Google’s tools and has exclusive access to YouTube inventory. This connector adds to a suite of Claravine connectors with Google, which include Google Campaign Manager 360, Google Ads, and Google Cloud Storage. With Claravine, brands and agencies now have the ability to instantly validate and enrich their marketing metadata across advertisers, campaigns, IOs, creatives, and more data types, maximizing the opportunity for optimizations and minimizing costly mistakes. The Claravine DV360 connector offers a number of key features, including: Connected Accounts: Securely save one or more API access credentials for easy use; Integration Filters: Apply one or more filters to target only relevant data to sync; Inbound Field Mapping: Specify what data to synchronize and where to store it in a template; Outbound Field Mapping: Write-back corrections to naming conventions in bulk; Automated Sync Schedule: Automatic refreshes of data 3x daily, minimizing manual steps. “We're excited to present our clients with this important DV360 integration," said Chris Comstock, Chief Product Officer, Claravine. "Most brands and agencies rely on manual, time- and people-intensive methods to prevent costly mistakes. But with this connector, customers can boost compliance across their DV360 data, saving time and reducing errors. Not only does this enable more confident attribution and optimizations, but the enhanced data quality enables cross-channel comparisons, empowering marketers to make strategic decisions with confidence." DV360 is the latest addition to Claravine’s growing portfolio of connectors that centrally manage and improve the integrity of metadata across media and ad ops, campaign tracking, and content and creative. Recent connector releases with Snapchat Ads Manager and TikTok Ads Manager enhance bi-directional capabilities, complementing existing integrations with Meta Ads Manager, Google Campaign Manager 360, and Adobe Experience Manager. About Claravine Claravine is The Data Standards Company aiming to give people, teams and technology a shared understanding of their data. Claravine helps brands and agencies deliver on the promise of modern marketing by standardizing taxonomies, naming conventions, and metadata across all digital experiences at the source of data creation. The Data Standards Cloud empowers a proactive approach to marketing metadata naming conventions and taxonomy for fast, accurate and rich business insights that help deliver the experiences customers want. Claravine partners with a quarter of the Fortune 100 to define, apply and connect standards across their ecosystem for faster decisions, greater agility, and increased ROI. For more information, visit www.claravine.com. To become a Claravine partner, please click here. Contact Details Kite Hill PR +1 704-960-2295 claravine@kitehillpr.com Company Website https://www.claravine.com/

August 08, 2024 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Institutional investors embrace next wave of ETFs

Tradeweb

Since their first introduction in the early 1990s, U.S. retail investors have embraced Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) as a way to diversify their investment portfolios, viewing ETFs as a pathway to better pricing, greater efficiency, better investor access and improved execution for a wide variety of assets and trading strategies. Now, as new ETF products have launched and investor demands have changed, institutional investors are playing a larger role in driving ETF adoption. Take the recent listing of spot Bitcoin ETFs, for example. Earlier this year, after receiving approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), eleven spot Bitcoin ETFs debuted in the U.S. market. Hailed as the most successful ETF launch in history, on its first day of trading, total spot Bitcoin ETF volumes reached over $4.6 billion. In the first four days of trading, BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) ETF reached $1 billion in assets, the first among the group of eleven newly launched ETFs to reach this milestone. Now the world’s largest Bitcoin fund, the ETF has garnered nearly $20 billion in total assets. Although popular among retail investors, cryptocurrencies have received mixed reviews from institutional investors, with many rejecting the assets outright because of their potentially speculative and unregulated nature. However, in the months following the launch of spot Bitcoin ETFs, market makers and institutional investors lined up in force to price these ETFs and gain exposure to these assets – resulting in strong liquidity and high volumes on its first day of trading. This momentum continued to build, with roughly 500 institutional investors allocating funds into spot Bitcoin ETFs in the first quarter of 2024. On the Tradeweb platform, BlackRock’s IBIT ETF reached an average daily volume of $4.2 million in the first six months. Benefits of the ETF Wrapper While the strong volumes that played out across the market and on the Tradeweb platform over the past six months are a testament to the sophistication and preparedness of institutional firms themselves, they also underscore the attractiveness of ETFs more broadly. A variety of characteristics make the ETF structure appealing. The most basic is that an ETF looks, feels and settles like a stock, while simultaneously managing risk efficiently and providing exposure to a wide range of asset classes. Because of this, more types of investors are willing to use ETFs in various ways, such as for cash equitization, asset diversification and tax management purposes. They also serve as hedging tools for traders wishing to express short-term tactical views on the market. In the case of Bitcoin, though, institutional investors may be more focused on the SEC's approval than price transparency and liquidity. This important step could influence whether Bitcoin and other digital currencies become more mainstream, as many institutional investors and ETF providers – skeptical about buying and settling the asset – still reject crypto currencies in their portfolios. Now, the ETF wrapper has made these assets more appealing. Instead of avoiding Bitcoin, investors just might justify with their investment committees buying assets that are more like equity, trade on a national exchange, and have regulatory approval. While the SEC noted that approving these spot Bitcoin ETFs was not an endorsement or approval of Bitcoin itself, the SEC emphasized the protections that would be afforded to investors by SEC regulation of the spot Bitcoin ETFs, such as full and fair product disclosure. Democratizing Fixed Income This is somewhat of a deja vu moment, since we’ve seen ETFs broaden an asset’s investor base before, and indeed transform a market. In fixed income, ETFs have changed the buying and selling of bonds by creating these fungible, easily tradeable proxy shares for assets that had largely been the domain of institutions and high net-worth individual investors. Traditionally, investors were more commonly set up and familiar with trading equities rather than fixed income, making it harder to source, price, bundle and trade certain bonds. As a result, retail investors, in particular, had difficulties accessing the full breadth of the fixed income market. But in the form of ETFs, investors were able to tap into multiple areas of the bond market, bringing on a whole new level of liquidity and price transparency to the underlying assets. That’s opened fixed income to retail investing and spawned a fixed income ETF boom over the past decade. Today, fixed income ETFs make up a $2 trillion asset class and in the U.S. alone, over 700 fixed income ETFs are currently trading, all of which are available to trade on the Tradeweb platform under the request-for-quote (RFQ) protocol. Since launching our first RFQ cash equities platform in Europe in 2018, institutional market participants have increasingly turned toward the protocol because of its advantages, including seamless integration into trading workflows, more flexibility, better pricing and increased efficiency. Moreover, we continue to report strong volumes across the ETF platform, driven by the constant expansion of electronic trade types and the introduction of new trading efficiencies. Since the launch of our institutional European ETF platform in 2012[1] and our U.S. ETF platform in 2016, we’ve reported a rise of 51% and 59%, respectively, in total average annual notional volume growth[2]. Sure, generally, the assets underlying an ETF need to be liquid already for an ETF to be successful, but if our experience watching more retail investors leaping into fixed income ETFs is a guide, we’re likely to see new kinds of investors dabbling in digital assets and institutional investors continue to make a bigger splash in areas where they hadn’t in the past, such as cryptocurrencies. Ethereum Takes the Spotlight With the successful launch of Bitcoin behind us, spot Ethereum ETFs are the latest to get the greenlight after the SEC approved the listing of eight spot ether ETFs in May 2024. On the first day of trading, the eight new spot ether ETFs hit $1 billion in trading volume on their first day – a smaller number than the over $4.6 billion in total trading volume spot Bitcoin ETFs pulled in on the first day, but a significant milestone nonetheless. What the SEC has not signaled in these narrow approvals of crypto ETFs, though, is its willingness to approve listing standards for crypto asset securities in general, citing the speculative, volatile nature of the asset. ETFs based on baskets of different crypto assets have yet to emerge, and investors hoping to broadly diversify their crypto holdings through ETFs have had to settle for shares whose underlying assets are companies that own or deal in crypto currencies – rather than the currencies themselves. Even still, as we’ve seen in fixed income, the ETF wrapper can play a significant role in changing a market, leading the way to greater acceptance of the asset class and promoting broader interest and acceptance among investors by offering a more tax-efficient and transparent way to diversify holdings and gain exposure to a broader range of assets. These characteristics have made ETFs appealing to retail investors, who have historically pioneered ETF adoption, and institutions and high-net-worth investors, who have more recently been driving this trend. It’s a role we’ll continue to watch over time as innovation, new asset classes and technologies shape what’s next for ETFs. [1] Tradeweb’s European ETF platform was launched in October 2012; therefore, data for 2012 does not include a full calendar year. [2] As of July 31, 2024. About Tradeweb Markets Tradeweb Markets Inc. (Nasdaq: TW) is a leading, global operator of electronic marketplaces for rates, credit, equities and money markets. Founded in 1996, Tradeweb provides access to markets, data and analytics, electronic trading, straight-through-processing and reporting for more than 50 products to clients in the institutional, wholesale and retail markets. Advanced technologies developed by Tradeweb enhance price discovery, order execution and trade workflows while allowing for greater scale and helping to reduce risks in client trading operations. Tradeweb serves more than 2,500 clients in more than 70 countries. On average, Tradeweb facilitated more than $1.7 trillion in notional value traded per day over the past four fiscal quarters. For more information, please go to www.tradeweb.com. Forward-Looking Statements This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Statements related to, among other things, our outlook and future performance, the industry and markets in which we operate, our expectations, beliefs, plans, strategies, objectives, prospects and assumptions and future events are forward-looking statements. We have based these forward-looking statements on our current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections. While we believe these expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections are reasonable, such forward-looking statements are only predictions and involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control. These and other important factors, including those discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in the documents of Tradeweb Markets Inc. on file with or furnished to the SEC, may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. In particular, preliminary average variable fees per million dollars of volume traded are subject to the completion of management’s final review and our other financial closing procedures and therefore are subject to change. Given these risks and uncertainties, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements contained in this release are not guarantees of future events or performance and future events, our actual results of operations, financial condition or liquidity, and the development of the industry and markets in which we operate, may differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this release. In addition, even if future events, our results of operations, financial condition or liquidity, and events in the industry and markets in which we operate, are consistent with the forward-looking statements contained in this release, they may not be predictive of events, results or developments in future periods. Any forward-looking statement that we make in this release speaks only as of the date of such statement. Except as required by law, we do not undertake any obligation to update or revise, or to publicly announce any update or revision to, any of the forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date of this release. Contact Details Tradeweb Media Contact Savannah Steele +1 631-655-4225 Savannah.Steele@Tradeweb.com Company Website https://www.tradeweb.com/

August 08, 2024 08:52 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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