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From AI to AI as a Service: What Stocks Are Driving the Hype?

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Many claims have been made about artificial intelligence (AI), including that it will eventually dominate most humanities fields. Others have responded to concerns that the technology may cause millions of people to lose their jobs by saying that AI is simply a tool to increase human productivity. AI as a service, or AIaaS, is already making waves. AIaaS describes the ready-to-use AI solutions (typically software) with which companies can implement and scale AI operations while spending fractions of the cost of in-house AI infrastructure. The migration of data centers from in-house to cloud services offers the best analogy. Initially, companies maintained vast fields of servers, expending millions of dollars in annual costs. But once Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud came along, companies opted for data center infrastructure as a service. In other words, AIaaS is a model where businesses can access AI technology and expertise through third-party providers. AIaaS providers typically offer a range of services, including machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and predictive analytics, among others. Although the model is fairly new, the market has already caught the scent of the immense growth potential of the AIaaS market, and it is taking necessary steps. The expanding value of the market is a testament to the activity. Different sources have different estimates for the market size, but they all agree that it is expanding rapidly. For example, a MarketsandMarkets report valued the market at USD 1.13 billion in 2017, noting that it would grow at a 48.2% CAGR to reach USD 10.88 billion this year. Another report by Grand View Research estimated that the global AIaaS market was worth USD 5.61 billion in 2021. Furthermore, the report expected the market to expand at a 37.1% CAGR between 2022 and 2030. The reports are in consensus about the key drivers of AIaaS market growth. They cite the rising demand for machine learning (ML) services in the form of APIs and SDKs as the primary growth driver. Also, there is a growing number of innovative startups likely to inject more impetus into the market. The big corporations are already deeply invested in the market, include, Duos Technologies (NASDAQ:DUOT), Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), and Cloudflare (NYSE:NET). These companies serve the AIaaS market in different capacities, shifting investors' attention to their stocks. Epazz Inc. is a rising star that any investor interested in getting in on the ground floor of an AI company should check out. Epazz, Inc. (OTC: EPAZ); Epazz develops utility software programs for business enterprises, hospitals, and government and post-secondary institutions in the United States. The company's solutions include project management, document management, and compliance tracking services designed to improve business efficiency and compliance. Epazz's role in AIaaS primarily focuses on providing AI-powered predictive analytics solutions. The company's solutions use machine learning algorithms to analyze data and provide useful insights. For example, a hospital uses insights to identify trends that can help management deliver better patient services. Epazz builds its products on top of the foundation and plumbing that are provided by Nvidia, Cloudflare, and Microsoft, among others. What makes EPAZ special is that its services are as mission-critical as MSFT, NET, and NVDA's. On the one hand, the foundational technology ensures that the AIaaS industry is running efficiently and reliably, while on the other hand, EPAZ's services ensure its users can accomplish their daily operations without a hitch. One of Epazz's core products is the AI predictive Smart Charging Pad. The wireless charging pad utilizes AI to predict and optimize charging patterns for the company’s spin off drone from Zenadrone, the ZenaDrone 1000. The smart charing pad is designed to adjust the charging output automatically based on the device being charged, ensuring each device receives optimal charging power without overcharging or undercharging. Epazz's horizon for explosive growth just expanded recently due to government efforts to flush Chinese-made drones out of its toolbox. The US government has a major need for drones, and until a few years ago, China controlled the pipeline. It was inevitable because few competitive designs were being manufactured in the US. CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D., said, “We are taking multiple pathways to become a government contractor of drones. It is a major opportunity for us, as Chinese drones are banned in the US government. It has opened up major demands for our drones.” But now that Epazz is in the game and has a serious lineup of drones, the government has more options and is choosing its own people. Interestingly, the Epazz leadership is already positioning the company to maximize the opportunity. The company, through ZenaDrone, is "taking multiple pathways to become a government contractor of drones." Accordingly, ZenaDrone has already submitted Phase 1 SBIR proposals and should receive feedback in three months. Last month, the company received positive news, EPAZ was granted a patent for the technology inside the charging pad, as well as the design. This means that EPAZ will not only earn from producing and selling the charging pads but also generate income from licensing the technology and design. CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D., said, “We are building a portfolio of Drone patents which not only protect our technology, but creates added value which may gain the interest of larger parties in the future.” The company aims to solidify its lead in predictive drone technology with a recent agreement with OpenAI. ZenaDrone, Inc., an Epazz, Inc. subsidiary, is upgrading the predictive engine in the ZenaDrone 1000 to OpenAI'sPredictive AI Analytics. Given OpenAI's success with ChatGPT and the Bing search integration, there is no doubt that this upgrade will be a game-changer. In other words, Epazz has a lot going on, enough to challenge the behemoths in the AIaaS space, including MSFT and NET. Considering the sector is still making baby steps, there is plenty of room for pleasant surprises. Looking at the current AIaaS landscape, one can easily dismiss Epazz ostensibly because of the immense competition the big corporations present. However, this attitude immediately changes when one considers that Epazz is a niche business with the potential for complete domination. Epazz does not face serious competition in the smart drone technology sector. Duos Technologies (NASDAQ:DUOT): DUOT provides AI-based intelligent security and analytical technology solutions, focusing on the rail and transportation industries. They include intelligent predictive analytics, video analytics, and machine learning algorithms that help to improve safety, security, and operational efficiency. The company announced mid-last month that a Class 1 customer in Mexico had integrated 30 of its AI models into their operations. The purchase comes when Duos Technologies' business is flourishing, with the revenue base growing significantly in January this year. Duos Technologies reported $15.4 million in revenues for FY2022, an 86% increase year-over-year. In addition, the company expects to add between $5 million and $6 million in the current financial year. As a result, the stock price is on a steep trajectory – up 146.67% year-to-date. Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA): Nvidia may not be an AIaaS company per se, but its products build the industry's core. The chipmaker is a leading provider of graphics processing units (GPUs) and AI chips. In other words, Nvidia is responsible for the hardware aspect of the AIaaS industry. The company's GPUs are widely used in AI training and inference, providing high performance and energy efficiency. NVDA also offers software tools and libraries that make it easier for developers to build and deploy AI applications. Thanks to the AIaaS hype, especially after the successful launch of OpenAI's chatbot, ChatGPT, NVDA stock has been an investor favorite. It is up 62.18% year-to-date and 292.56% over the past five years. Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT): Microsoft is among the biggest players in the broader AI and cloud computing industries. It is well-known for its Windows operating system and Office productivity suite, but it has also made significant investments in AI technology over the past decade. MSFT's role in AIaaS primarily focuses on providing cloud-based AI services through its Azure platform. Azure is the primary competitor of Google cloud and Amazon Web Services. But perhaps the clearest indication that MSFT was all in the AIaaS sector is the collaboration with OpenAI to launch Bing Chat, an integration of ChatGPT into Bing search to create a chat mode in the search engine. Since the integration, Bing has seen more people download the mobile app. Interestingly, just 800,000 downloads of Bing's mobile app were recorded in 2022. The figure jumped in the week since the integration was announced, with a peak of more than 150,000 downloads daily. More people are also using the Bing search engine on desktops. Due to the Bing-ChatGPT integration effect, the MSFT stock is up 4.11% year-to-date. Bing search is also predicted to claw back some more share of the search engine market from Google. Cloudflare (NYSE:NET): No one would want to use AIaaS solutions if they did not come with a security guarantee. In this regard, Cloudflare ensures that cloud-based activities are secure and reliable. The company provides cloud-based security, performance, and reliability solutions for websites and applications. The solutions include various services, such as content delivery, DDoS protection, and a web application firewall. The solutions extend into AIaaS, whereby Cloudflare's machine learning algorithms are deployed to analyze website and application traffic. As such, engineers can detect potential security threats and block malicious traffic in real-time. NET also offers various other AI-powered services, such as bot management and image optimization. In other words, Cloudflare is responsible for the plumbing that ensures AIaaS runs efficiently. Given its centrality to the AI wave, NET has seen significant growth over the past year. The company's fourth quarter FY2022 revenue came in strong, increasing 42% year-over-year to $274.7 million. The stock has also benefited immensely, growing 233.39% over the past five years and 39.49% year-to-date. Conclusion Undoubtedly, AIaaS has the potential to make good returns for those who get in early. However, the companies that will dominate are those that are ready to get their hands dirty today. ChatGPT revolutionized how the world looks at the promise of AI, and companies like Microsoft, Nvidia, Cloudflare, Epazz, and Duos are lining up to claim the front-row seat to the show. However, given the fluid nature of technological advancements, it may not come as a surprise for niche businesses like Epazz, Inc. (OTC: EPAZ) to find their way in the AI-driven boom. Razorpitch Inc. is a marketing communications and investor relations firm serving private, pre-IPO, and public companies. RazorPitch specializes in corporate, investor, and stakeholder communications. Our goal is to raise visibility, expand awareness, and increase value. To learn more, visit RazorPitch.com. 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March 06, 2023 05:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

BLUE WATER PETROLEUM ACQUIRES SWISS GRAPHENE TECHNOLOGY COMPANY, ATTIMAR SA

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McapMediaWire -- Blue Water Petroleum Corp (OTC: BWPC ), announces that it has signed a definitive acquisition agreement to acquire Swiss based Attimar SA, a global leader in its sector and the holder of ten graphene based technology patents. Blue Water will acquire 100% of Attimar SA’s shares for 37,700,000 Blue Water common shares. Attimar SA is a worldwide leading graphene technologies, for the production, capture, packaging and transport of graphene nanoparticles both in dry powder and in wet paste, making it a flagship for manufacturers within the Green innovation sectors. These applications are combined with technological transfers and in its cutting-edge production of various unique nanomaterials that can be used in combination with the various applications of graphene, vastly improving the quality of the final products. The company is differentiated from its competition in that it is an actual producer of graphene using very efficient and very high capacity industrial facilities in the Italian province of Umbria. The company is currently in production of and will complete its mandate to produce twenty tons of graphene which will be third party audited and validated assets of Attimar, as part of a closing condition of its contract with Blue Water. This graphene will be translocated to a secure facility in Switzerland once the production cycle is complete. Attimar’s team has already developed various graphene/nanotechnology/nanomaterials products, including a thermal paint based on engineered graphene nanoplatelets. The graphene nanoparticles produced are of micrometric planar size and nanometric and sub-nanometric thicknesses and are easily applied into the production of concrete with an immediate application in the multi billion dollar drilling oil industry. It can also be utilized in various batteries using solid-state graphene, or in flow batteries with graphene electrolytes, in membrane equipment for ultrafiltration and water desalination and very importantly for the environment, in circular economy technological solutions for the recycling of end-of-life products such as tires, glass and plastic. The patents for inventions cover the following areas: Method for obtaining expanded graphite. Method for obtaining carbon nanomaterials. Plant for the preparation of a carbon nanomaterial suspension. Plant for the preparation of a carbon nanomaterial suspension. Continuous synthesis installation of carbon nanomaterials. Reactor for the production of carbon nanomaterials by hydrocarbon gas pyrolysis. Method for obtaining carbon nanomaterials from vegetable raw materials. Reactor for the production of carbon nanomaterials by hydrocarbon gas pyrolysis. Installation to obtain carbon nanomaterials. A method of producing a composition for a protective and decorative coating on a building material. A method of preparing a complex additive for building blends. Patents for inventions/utility models: Sensor for detecting gas and measuring its concentration. Carbon fiber material production reactor. Line for the production of carbon fiber nanomaterials by hydrocarbon pyrolysis. Plant for the continuous synthesis of carbon fiber nanomaterials by hydrocarbon pyrolysis. The company was founded by Mr. Postoupalski in September 2020 as a global coordinator for various recycling technologies, but more than a year ago it completely converted into a full scale graphene production and application firm. Mr. Postoupalski will be appointed as the Chief Operating Officer of BWPC at the close of the transaction. Blue water’s team will integrate Attimar SA directors Mr. Davide Vitelli and Mr. Pavel Iliev and Chief Inventor Mr. Michele Baldin, into the company’s daily operations as it continues to showcase itself as a world leader in graphene technologies and its multitude of global business applications. About Blue Water: Blue Water Petroleum Corp, (BWPC) is a global environmental technology provider and patent aggregator, with proven executive and operations teams based in North America and the European Union. Our primary focus is on the global multi-billion dollar Oil and Gas Sector and the Governmental and Private Desalination Market and their effluent recycling needs and the treatment of any contaminated water source. We also develop and implement modular pyrolysis systems, incorporating hydrocarbon recovery and recycling technologies. It is in this capacity that we offer sustainable, energy efficient and cost-effective solutions. The total issued common shares outstanding for the company is 204,081,981. Information about Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains "forward-looking statements" that include information relating to future events. Forward-looking statements should not be read as a guarantee of future performance or results and will not necessarily be accurate indications of the times at, or by which, that performance or those results will be achieved. Forward-looking statements are based on information available at the time they are made and/or management's good faith belief as of that time with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual performance or results to differ materially from those expressed in, or suggested by, the forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause these differences include but are not limited to: inability to gain or maintain licenses, reliance on unaudited statements, the Company's need for additional funding, the impact of competitive products and pricing, the demand for the Company's products, and other risks that are detailed from time-to-time in the Company's filings with the OTC Markets. For a more detailed description of the risk factors and uncertainties affecting Blue Water Petroleum Corp., please refer to the Company's recent financial reports, which are available at www.otcmarkets.com The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Blue Water Petroleum Corp Contacts: Vladimir Ivanov, CEO Email: ir@bluewaterpet.com Office: 307-316-4060 Website: bluewaterpet.com Contact Details Vladimir Ivanov, CEO +1 307-316-4060 ir@bluewaterpet.com

March 05, 2023 11:09 AM Eastern Standard Time

OPPO Scores Pop-up Store in London for Find N2 Flip, Official Smartphone of UEFA Champions League

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OPPO launches pop-up store at Westfield London to celebrate the global sponsorship of UEFA Champions League and showcase the new flip smartphone OPPO Find N2 Flip Legendary football star Michael Owen will make a special appearance LONDON, UK - Media OutReach - 3 March 2023 - Leading global smart device brand OPPO is opening a pop-up store alongside former British football legend and OPPO’s UEFA Champions League ambassador, Michael Owen. Using an immersive experience, the brand will showcase its latest champion flip phone, official smartphone of the Champions League, the OPPO Find N2 Flip. OPPO Find N2 Flip Pop-up Store at Westfield London Taking place from 2nd –10th March located at Westfield Square, Westfield London, attendees will be able to get hands-on with the all-new OPPO Find N2 Flip and enjoy a foldable experience curated to bring the Find N2 Flip to life. As the official global partner of the UEFA Champions League, OPPO will be offering fans who visit the London pop-up the opportunity to experience the thrill of the tournament in person, with UEFA Champions League tickets this month available to Chelsea’s game against Borussia Dortmund, Napoli’s game against Eintracht Frankfurt and FC Porto vs Inter Milan up for grabs for lucky winners. Football fans will be able to snap a selfie with the iconic European Cup, with a real-life replica of the championship trophy on display from 2nd March at the pop-up. They will also be able to put their shooting skills to the test at the “OPPO Pop-Up Goal”, to be in for a chance to win UEFA Champions League goodies on the day. OPPO UEFA Champions League Pop-Up Goal Michael Owen, the legendary England striker, who represented Liverpool, Real Madrid and Manchester United in the Champions League will show up at the OPPO London pop-up store on Friday 3rd March and take the Champions Challenges with selected fans. The challenges will include using the cover screen of Find N2 Flip to take a selfie with the pop-up store, shoot a video from waist-level to hit the ball with feet, kick the ball into the pop-up goal and etc. “I’m excited to be here for the OPPO UEFA Champions League pop-up at Westfield London and offering fans an amazing immersive experience with OPPO Find N2 Flip. The compact OPPO Find N2 Flip is the perfect handset to capture the on-field action with its large smart cover screen, industry-leading Flexion Hinge, long-lasting battery life, and outstanding camera performance. We also hope to empower the next generation through sport to adopt OPPO’s ‘Inspiration Ahead’ brand proposition, allowing them to achieve all their goals.” says former Ballon d’Or winner Michael Owen. Michael Owen holding OPPO Find N2 Flip, the Champion Flip Phone OPPO looks to empower football fans’ experiences with its advanced imaging technology to witness, capture and share heart-stopping moments on the pitch. The new OPPO Find N2 Flip puts an industry-leading cover screen into palms and pockets, challenging what we've come to expect from small form-factor foldables. Despite its lightweight and pocketable size, Find N2 Flip's vertical cover screen turns OPPO's debut flip phone into an incredible photography tool, so you can capture all the actions on the pitch. Equipped with the industry’s most advanced Flexion Hinge, OPPO Find N2 Flip supports multi-angle FlexForm mode, allowing the screen to be set at any angle between 45-110 degrees. This completely new form factor opens new creative possibilities when it comes to photography and video, as well as providing added convenience for viewing content. OPPO Find N2 Flip, Official Smartphone of UEFA Champions League The UEFA Champions League pop-up store for OPPO Find N2 Flip will also be launched at Shanghai Shimao Festival City, Shanghai, China from 3rd –10th March. With the brand proposition of Inspiration Ahead, OPPO aims to give its global users access to the foldable technology they need to truly experience and relive their memories like never before by providing superior smartphone experiences. To learn more about the OPPO Find N2 Flip click here. About OPPO OPPO is a leading global smart device brand. Since the launch of its first mobile phone - “Smiley Face” - in 2008, OPPO has been in relentless pursuit of the perfect synergy of aesthetic satisfaction and innovative technology. Today, OPPO provides a wide range of smart devices spearheaded by the Find and Reno series. Beyond devices, OPPO also provides its users with ColorOS operating system and internet services such as OPPO Cloud and OPPO+. OPPO has footprints in more than 60 countries and regions, with more than 40,000 employees dedicated to creating a better life for customers around the world. Contact Details Media Contact press@oppo.com

March 03, 2023 12:14 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Xigem Technologies agrees to definitive agreement to acquire EchoDigital

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Xigem Technologies CEO Brian Kalish joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share news the company has added to its portfolio by acquiring substantially all of the assets of EAFdigital Inc (EchoDigital). Kalish told Proactive EchoDigital is an artificial intelligence platform that is focused on the used automobile shopping and delivery sector. Contact Details Proactive Canada +1 604-688-8158 na-editorial@proactiveinvestors.com

March 03, 2023 11:37 AM Eastern Standard Time

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New to The Street Announces TV Guest Appearances on Episodes 444 and 445 that Start Airing on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at 3:30 PM ET

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Newsmax TV airs Episode 444 Saturday, March 4, 2023, at 3:30 PM ET, featuring the following corporate interviews: 1). Quantum Computing- Quantum Computing, Inc.'s (NASDAQ: QUBT) ($QUBT) interviews with Robert Liscouski, President, CEO/Chairman, and Hunter Gaylor, Co-host, New to The Street. 2). Water Company- OriginClear, Inc.'s (OTC: OCLN) ($OCLN) interview with Riggs Eckelberry, CEO. 3). Blockchain – Blue Castle Ventures LTD's (CRYPTO: BCVD) ($BCVD) interviews with David Rojas, CEO/Founder, and Catherine Vega, Certified Financial Planner in Columbia. 4). "Sekur Privacy & Sekur Security Segment -The Weekly Hack" interview with internet privacy expert Mr. Alain Ghiai, CEO, Sekur Private Data Ltd. (OTCQX: SWISF) (CSE: SKUR) (FRA: GDT0) ( Sekur® ). FOX Business Network airs Episode 443 Monday, March 6, 2023, at 10:30 PM PT, featuring the following corporate interviews: 1). Quantum Computing- Quantum Computing, Inc.'s (NASDAQ: QUBT) ($QUBT) interviews with Robert Liscouski, President, CEO/Chairman, and Hunter Gaylor, Co-host, New to The Street. 2). Water Company- OriginClear, Inc.'s (OTC: OCLN) ($OCLN) interview with Riggs Eckelberry, CEO. 3). Blockchain – Blue Castle Ventures LTD's (CRYPTO: BCVD) ($BCVD) interviews with David Rojas, CEO/Founder, and Catherine Vega, Certified Financial Planner in Columbia. 4). "Sekur Privacy & Sekur Security Segment -The Weekly Hack" interview with internet privacy expert Mr. Alain Ghiai, CEO, Sekur Private Data Ltd. (OTCQX: SWISF) (CSE: SKUR) (FRA: GDT0) ( Sekur® ). On Newsmax TV (Episode 444) and the FOX Business Network (Episode 445), Robert 'Bob' Liscouski, President, CEO, and Chairman of Quantum Computing, Inc. (NASDAQ: QUBT) ($QUBT) ("QCI") from the Nasdaq MarketSite studio, talk with New to The Street's Co-hosts, Jane King and Hunter Gaylor. Quantum Computing, Inc. is full-stack quantum hardware and software company with a mission to achieve quantum computer solutions for real-world business applications. Recently, scientists received a Noble Peace Prize in physics on "Photonic Quantum Entanglement." Albert Einstein believed that such photonic entanglements didn't exist. The awarded scientists provided evidence that entangled photons are real, and their work validates quantum computations. The growing field of quantum computations can create many applications for many industries. Hunter asks about a NASA contract awarded to QCI's wholly-owned subsidiary QI Solutions that use QCI's LiDAR system to compute snow depths from space. Bob explains that QCI's software computations and hardware offered to governmental needs are available, and it is a robust growth model for QCI. The US Government requires any Company to meet rigorous security requirements to sell services to federal entities. The Company has the right team of professionals with experience in government contract procurements. Bob tells viewers that QCI is ahead of the competition in getting its quantum software/hardware products to market. The Company's Entropy Quantum systems Dirac -1 and Dirac -2 (coming soon) and quadratic binary and integer-based optimization platforms offer solutions for complex business problems, including supply logistics. The on-screen QR code is available during the show; download or visit Quantum Computing, Inc. - https://www.quantumcomputinginc.com/. From the Nasdaq MarketSite studio, New to The Street airs on Newsmax TV (Episode 444) and the FOX Business Network (Episode 445) TV Host Jane King's interview with Riggs Eckelberry's, Chief Executive Officer of OriginClear, Inc. (OTC: OCLN) ($OCLN). OCLN is creating on-site water treatment and delivery systems for the industrial, commercial, and agricultural industries. Jane asked Riggs about the recent train derailment of toxic substances in East Palestine, OH, and the city's concerns about contaminated drinking water. Riggs informs viewers that OriginClear's Modular Water Systems™ and Water On Demand™ can deliver an immediate on-site solution for water delivery, treatments, and recycling, a quick solution not reliant on a municipalities water system. Most municipal controlled water infrastructures throughout the USA are old and dilapidated with much-needed repairs. Overall, the US infrastructure is decades old, including the water municipalities' delivery and treatment centers. OCLN offers its patented Modular Water System, an on-site portable box container that can treat water efficiently and inexpensively for immediate use. A customer can quickly solve water needs without the expensive bill associated with government-controlled municipal systems. The Company's Water-on-Demand gives customers per gallon cost in the on-site water delivery, available immediately and not supplied by a municipality. As a Water-as-a Service provider, OriginClear can offer an end user a sustainable alternative to outdated municipal systems. Recycling water using OriginClear's Clean Water Innovation Hub reduces cost and provides a sustainable outcome for water conservation needs. Investors can get involved through the Company's publicly listed shares that trade under the OTC: OCLN. And upon the US SEC regulatory approval on a "Reg. A Offering," non-accredited investors can make a direct investment. Riggs tells viewers to go to the Company's website and click the "Green" button to learn more about investment offerings. OriginClear's mission is to disrupt and decentralize the monopoly-controlled water industries with new and exciting innovations and patents; the Company's value proposition is compelling. The on-screen QR code is available during the show to download more info or visit OriginClear, Inc. - https://www.originclear.com/. Previously, the interview aired on the FOX Business Network on 02/20/2023 and Newsmax on 02/25/2025. New to The Street's TV Host Jane King, from the Nasdaq MarketSite, is with David Rojas, Chief Executive Officer / Founder of Blue Castle Ventures, LTD. (CRYPTO: BCVD) ($BCVD) ("Blue Castle"), and Catherine Vega, a Certified Financial Planner in Columbia. The interview is airing on Newsmax TV (Episode 444) and the FOX Business Network (Episode 445). Blue Castles Ventures provides asset-backed financial products to clients in Canada and worldwide. With the falling demand for cryptocurrencies, David explains that Blue Castle offers products backed on the blockchain with tangible assets. Blue Castle clients' transactions are on the blockchain, and customers have no liquidity problems in buying and selling. The Company's blockchain mortgage and automobile loan can offer unique fundamental financing solutions. Both products are currently in pilot program testing. David introduces Catherine Vegas, a Certified Financial Planner from Columbia who talks to New to The Street's Spanish-speaking viewers about financial planning. David says that the Latin American community is a Blue Castle target market, offering asset-backed financial blockchain products that are more competitive than the legacy financial products offered throughout Latin America. Blue Castle Ventures LTD. does not trade cryptocurrencies nor carry out transactions or investments with cryptocurrencies. All the Company's operations are in US dollars. The Company's blockchain, $BCVD, is a cryptography and security system. The on-screen QR code is available during the show; download or visit Blue Castle Ventures LTD - https://bluecastleventures.ca/. New to The Street airs on Newsmax TV (Episode 444) and the FOX Business Network (Episode 445) its "Sekur Privacy & Sekur Security Segment – The Weekly Hack." Alain Ghiai, who is an internationally acclaimed internet privacy expert and the CEO of Sekur Private Data, Ltd. (OTCQX: SWISF) (CSE: SKUR) (FRA: GDT0), talks with TV Host and Multi-media Journalist Ana Berry about several cybersecurity breaches at GoDaddy. The cPanel access, an open-source code platform used by coders and programmers at GoDaddy, is the possible source of numerous hacks. Hackers accessed the cPanel and installed malware redirecting hosted domains and email accounts. GoDaddy's customers experienced many business disruptions from these cyberattacks. Sekur.com can offer a business and individuals a secure and private e-communication platform. SekurMail, with its SekurSend/SekurReply options, protect both the subscriber and the recipient, even if the recipient is not a Sekur subscriber. Sekur, with its encrypted military platform, operates on its wholly owned servers in Switzerland and can provide a security solution not available on those free, open-source Big Tech platforms. A business can migrate its domain onto the Sekur services platform. SekurMail is $7.00 for individuals and $10.00 for a business email, and with PROMO CODE: PRIVACY, subscribers can get an additional 15% off monthly and yearly subscriptions, good for 5-years on uninterrupted subscriptions. With Sekur's enhanced security features, end-users can greatly minimize a possible cybercriminals attack. Sekur Private Data, Ltd. operates its internet platforms and security businesses under the country of Switzerland's very tough privacy laws. It never data mines, never sells data, and never asks for a phone number. The on-screen QR code is available during the show to download more info or visit Sekur Private Data, Ltd. – http://www.Sekur.com. What is your privacy worth? About Quantum Computing, Inc. (NASDAQ: QUBT) ($QUBT) Quantum Computing, Inc. (QCI) (NASDAQ: QUBT) is a full-stack quantum software and hardware company on a mission to accelerate the value of quantum computing for real-world business solutions, delivering the future of quantum computing today. The Company is on a path to providing an accessible and affordable full-stack solution with real-world industrial applications using quantum entropy, which can be used anywhere and with little to no training. QCI are finance, computing, security, mathematics, and physics experts. They have over a century of experience with complex technologies ranging from leading-edge supercomputing to precision sensors and imaging technology to the security that protects nations. For more information about QCI, visit www.quantumcomputinginc.com. About OriginClear, Inc. (OTC: OCLN): OriginClear, Inc. (OTC: OCLN) provides a private, clean water solution beyond legacy government-controlled water systems. Local industries and communities are now treating and recycling their water, helping to reduce the burden on municipal systems and save on fast-rising water rates while also responding to the challenge of climate change. That's good for business and sustainability, and now the innovative fintech, Water On Demand™, is fueling this movement. For the first time, Clean Water is becoming an investable asset, open to Main Street investors, with the potential for generational royalties. OriginClear® is the Clean Water Innovation Hub™ for both Water On Demand™ and Modular Water Systems™ – a leader in on-site, prefabricated systems made with sophisticated materials that can last decades. The Company has weekly updates every Thursday by signing up at www.originclear.com/ceo. About Blue Castle Ventures, LTD. (CRYPTO: BCVD) ($BCVD): Blue Castle Ventures LTD (CRYPTO: BCVD) ($BCVD) is the first Company in the world to have digital assets with true physical collateral. NFTs are our main traded digital asset; these NFTs have an actual painting or collateral from a real artist. Blue Castle Ventures has its own blockchain system to guarantee operations. The Company also has products that emulate financial planning based on NFTs commercialization and stock trading - https://bluecastleventures.ca/. About Sekur Private Data Ltd. (OTCQX: SWISF) (CSE: SKUR) (FRA: GDT0): Sekur Private Data, Ltd. (OTCQX: SWISF) (CSE: SKUR) (FRA: GDT0) is a cybersecurity and internet privacy provider of Swiss-hosted solutions for secure communications and secure data management. The Company distributes a suite of secure cloud-based storage, disaster recovery, document management, encrypted emails, and secure communication tools. It sells its products through its websites www.sekur.com, approved distributors, and telecommunication companies worldwide. Sekur Private Data, Ltd. serves consumers, businesses, and governments worldwide - https://www.sekurprivatedata.com and https://www.sekur.com; Twitter: @sekurprivate. About New to The Street: New to the Street is an FMW Media production that operates one of the longest-running US and International sponsored and syndicated Nielsen Rated programming television brands, "New to The Street," and its blockchain show, "Exploring The Block." Since 2009, these brands have run biographical interview segment shows across major U.S. television networks. The paid-for-television programming platforms can potentially reach over 540 million homes in the US and international markets. FMW's New to The Street / Newsmax televised broadcasting platform airs its syndication on Saturdays at 3:30 – 4:00 PM ET. FMW is also one of the nation's largest buyers of linear television, long and short-form paid programming - https://www.newsmaxtv.com/Shows/New-to-the-Street & https://www.newtothestreet.com/. Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer: This press release contains forward-looking statements within Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by the following words: "anticipate," "believe," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "ongoing," "plan," "potential," "predict," "project," "should," "will," "would," or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. However, not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are not a guarantee of future performance or results and will not necessarily be accurate indications of the times at which such performance or results are achieved. This press release should be considered in all filings of the Companies contained in the Edgar Archives of the Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov. Contact Details New To The Street Business Development Office +1 516-696-5900 support@newtothestreet.com FMW Media Contact Monica Brennan +1 917-330-2564 monica@newtothestreet.com Company Website https://newtothestreet.com/

March 03, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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63% Of Americans Are Living Paycheck To Paycheck - Current’s Budget Tracker Is One Way To Lessen The Strain

Current

By Faith Ashmore, Benzinga Amid high inflation and rising prices, more and more Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. A study in November 2022 showed that 63% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. While expectedly this figure largely includes lower-income households, even higher-income individuals are struggling; 47% of individuals earning more than six figures are living paycheck to paycheck. Consumer prices are rising, real average hourly earnings are down, and unless employers are giving raises to account for inflation, paychecks aren’t going nearly as far as they used to. To make matters worse, credit card rates are now more than 19% of the average; this means, if people are relying on credit cards to make ends meet, they are accumulating higher debt and being pushed into corners. Alongside the increased reliance on credit cards, people are struggling to save money. According to a LendingClub survey, of the respondents who said they are financially struggling, 50% said they are unable to save or have no savings at all. 33% of working adults are uncomfortable about their ability to pay for a $400 emergency, while 8% admitted they wouldn’t be able to afford it at all. While it is undeniable that the economic landscape is rife with challenges, budgeting and financial literacy can help manage anxiety and increase available cash in times of hardship. An Ipsos poll showed that 36% of Americans define themselves as financially illiterate. It is not always that people can’t or don’t want to budget, but rather they don’t have the tools, knowledge, or resources to start. Why Budgeting Matters And How Current Makes Budgeting Simple The average monthly expenses for one person are around $3,405, while the average monthly expenses for a family of 4 are around $6,597. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics recently published a study showing the average amount spent in each category. The survey found that people spent the most money on housing, transportation, and food, which comprised 26%, 13%, and 10% of their total take-home pay, respectively. Another survey by Debt.com showed that the majority of budgeters believed budgeting was instrumental in keeping them out of debt or preventing further debt. In other words, budgeting works. It can be especially helpful to track your spending and see what unnecessary spending you can curb. That’s where budgeting tools are instrumental. Current is a new type of banking alternative and a lot of the features are ideal for individuals looking for better ways to track and manage their money. In particular, they also offer money-tracking tools to help you spend money smarter and with less anxiety. The app offers features where you can set monthly spending budgets for various categories (like food, transportation, entertainment, housing, etc.), and then track how you are doing throughout the month. The app will compare monthly trends and display insights to help you stay on goal. You can also set alerts for when you get close to your limit or go over it. For people who have never budgeted or need a little extra help, this tool could be a helpful way to maintain the practice and get your financials back on track. Current also offers other features like faster direct deposits and better overdraft protection for people who are struggling financially. 1 Through Current, members can get direct deposits up to two days earlier. The mobile banking app also lets you overdraft up to $200, pending approval, with no overdraft fees. There are no minimum balance fees either. 2 This article was originally published on Benzinga here. Current is a leading U.S. financial technology platform serving the needs of Americans who are working to create a better future for themselves. Our mission is to enable members to change their lives by creating better financial outcomes. Leveraging the best technology, we deliver inspirational and motivational products as we all move forward in a world of increasing digitization and complexity. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice. 1 Faster access to funds is based on comparison of traditional banking policies and deposit of paper checks from employers and government agencies versus deposits made electronically. Direct deposit and earlier availability of funds is subject to timing of payer's submission of deposits. 2 Please refer to Overdriveâ¢ Features Terms and Conditions. Out of network cash withdrawal fees, third-party, and adding cash fees may apply. Current is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by Choice Financial Group, Member FDIC. The Current Visa Debit Card is issued by Choice Financial Group pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and may be used everywhere Visa debit cards are accepted. Contact Details Erin Bruehl media@current.com Company Website https://current.com

March 03, 2023 09:25 AM Eastern Standard Time

This Franchising Company Reports Offering Its Franchisees A Low-Cost, High-Return Business Opportunity – And It’s Now Taking Investments From The Public

ACFN Franchised Inc.

By David Willey, Benzinga Learn more about investment opportunities with ACFN here. ACFN Franchise Inc. is a leading Automated Teller Machine (ATM) provider. It is also North America’s only ATM franchise business and it is taking advantage of the passive investment this model enables. The company is currently running a round of investment to raise funds for scaling the business and pushing growth in 2023. People turn to passive income investments because they can generate income without needing constant attention, unlike active daily employment. Franchises are frequently chosen as a means of creating passive income streams, as franchises come with a brand and business model already established. However, not all franchises are created equal, and some can be less labor-intensive and require less maintenance than others. Investing in ATMs can open multiple opportunities for passive income, as ATMs offer real asset ownership as well as a consistent cash flow. Many business owners choose to install an ATM on their property to meet customer needs and because they make money on every transaction through ATM fees. Despite the popular perception that the economy is moving past the need for cash, ATMs are still widely used across the country. The global ATM market is worth $22 billion, and ATMs get used over 10 billion times every year in the United States. ACFN is one company capitalizing on the continued convenience offered by ATMs, as well as by the interest franchisers have in low-maintenance investments that generate passive income. ACFN’s Franchise Model ACFN is an ATM service provider that offers full ATM services, including installation, ongoing maintenance, and customer support. Founded in 1996 and franchised 2003, the company has dispensed over $5 billion at more than 2,800 locations across America. It is also the largest provider of ATM machines to hotels across the country, supplying 1,800 hotels from major chains like the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Marriott (NASDAQ: MAR), and IHG Hotels and Resorts (NYSE: IHG). In the past year alone, ACFN’s ATMs have dispensed over $360 million and generated $14 million in revenue. ACFN is unique because, as well as being an ATM service provider, it offers a franchising model. It is the only ATM franchise business in North America, and it has been named Top Low-Cost Franchise as well as being ranked in the Franchise 500 listing. The company has been franchising since 2003 and currently has over 230 franchise partners. ACFN franchisees are given a turnkey ATM business and lots of support getting set up, with one franchise directory describing ACFN as a low-cost, high-return franchise investment opportunity. ACFN provides mentoring sessions that instruct franchisees on how to succeed using the model, and gives the franchisees marketing materials, support for ATM installations and ongoing access to national databases for leads. According to ACFN, each ATM only requires a few minutes of maintenance every week, and it won’t require hiring any additional employees, making an ACFN franchise streamlined and easy to keep up. The company is currently taking a round of investing, and it plans to conduct strategic acquisitions of its competitors in 2023 to accelerate company growth. Want to invest? ACFN is taking investments right now! You can also visit its website to learn more about ACFN’s ATM service and franchise business. This article was originally published on Benzinga here. Founded in 1996 and franchised in 2003, ACFN Franchised Inc. (“ACFN”) provides services to 2,700+ businesses in 46 states in collaboration with our network of 220+ franchise owners.Since inception, ACFN has provided a cumulative $5,000,000,000 of spending power to support and increase sales for our partner businesses. In just the last 12 months a total of $367,566,000 was dispensed through our network, generating more than $14,500,000 in fee revenue for ACFN. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Jeffrey Kerr Investor-Relations@acfn-solutions.com Company Website https://acfn-solutions.com/

March 03, 2023 09:15 AM Eastern Standard Time

Casela Technologies Demonstrates High Power External Laser Source Module Supporting the OIF-ELSFP Implementation Agreement at OFC 2023

Casela Technologies

March 3, 2023, Palo Alto, CA – Casela Technologies announces the introduction of its multi-fiber external laser source (ELS) modules operating at 1310nm and CWDM4 wavelengths. The module uses blind mate optical and electrical connectors supporting OIF’s (Optical Internetworking Forum’s) external laser small form factor pluggable (ELSFP) implementation agreement. The module will be “live” at the OIF Co-Packaging (CPO) Interoperability Demonstration (booth #5101) at OFC (the Optical Fiber Conference) next week, March 5-9, 2023, in San Diego, CA. In addition, Casela is providing the light source for OIF’s joint CEI and co-packaging demo, whereby a linearly driven optical module is powered optically by an ELSFP through polarization-maintaining fiber. Casela’s ELSFP is part of the Front panel I/O, and ELSFP Connectivity Options demo to show multi-vendor compatibility. These uncooled ELSFP modules deliver greater than 100mW into each of 8 polarization-maintaining fibers to power up integrated, high data capacity silicon photonics systems such as CPO and SOC-based AI accelerators. The modules use Casela’s recently announced 200mW uncooled DFB lasers that operate with >20% power conversion efficiency up to 70 o C module temperature. These high-power, high-efficiency lasers eliminate the need for a thermoelectric cooler (TEC), delivering best-in-class low-power consumption for an external laser source. Modules can be specified with 2 x DR4, 2 x FR4 or other WDM wavelength combinations. These lasers are available for sampling now, with production commencing in Q4 2023. Casela Technologies is a global, vertically integrated semiconductor laser company delivering high-performance laser technology, products and platforms to data communication infrastructure and sensing markets. Working with OIF, Casela plans to help accelerate the adoption of high optical power, high lane count and high-speed connectivity in fully integrated modules. OIF Hosts Largest Ever Multi-Vendor Interoperability Demonstration of the Critical Solutions Accelerating Implementation of Next-Generation Capabilities at OFC 2023; Celebrates 25 Years of Interoperability Work OIF will host its largest ever demonstration of multi-vendor interoperability at this year’s OFC 2023, March 7-9 in San Diego, CA, featuring four fundamental technology areas - 400ZR optics; Co-Packaging architectures; Common Electrical I/O (CEI) channels; and Common Management Interface Specification (CMIS) implementations. The demos will be both live and static at OIF’s booth, #5101. Additional information can be found at https://www.oiforum.com/meetings-events/oif-ofc-2023/ About Casela Technologies Casela is developing a broad range of lasers, including CW lasers, electroabsorption-modulated lasers (EMLs), and external lasers modules using a proven and reliable buried heterostructure laser platform. For more information, visit w w w.caselatech.com Contact Details Wilkinson + Associates for Casela Leah Wilkinson +1 703-907-0010 leah@wilkinson.associates

March 03, 2023 09:11 AM Eastern Standard Time

ARway Corp announces new pilot project with European Regions Network

ARway

ARway Corporation CEO Evan Gappelberg joined Proactive's Steve Darling to share news the company has signed another deal to use its wayfinding technology in the Donegal County Museum. Gappelberg told Proactive this is part of a much larger European digital transformation project through ERNACT, or the European Regions Network for the Application of Communications Technology. The ERNACT network of regions currently has 12 live Digital Transformation projects, involving 50 regions and 60 organizations. Contact Details Proactive Investors Canada +1 604-688-8158 na-editorial@proactiveinvestors.com

March 03, 2023 08:06 AM Eastern Standard Time

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