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Shareholder to Demand Greater Transparency from McDonald’s, Walmart About Business Risks in China

National Legal & Policy Center

As shareholders are set to attend annual meetings over the next week for McDonald’s Corporation and Walmart Inc., National Legal and Policy Center will ask fellow investors to support its proposals to provide greater transparency about the companies’ risks of doing business in China. NLPC will present “Communist China Risk Audit” proposals at the meetings, which seek reports to shareholders that address “the nature and extent to which corporate operations depend on, and are vulnerable to, communist China….” The McDonald’s proposal is No. 7 on Page 93 of the company’s proxy statement. For Walmart, NLPC’s proposal is No. 11 on Page 116 of its proxy statement. Both companies oppose NLPC’s proposals. In response, NLPC filed rebuttals at the Securities and Exchange Commission in support of its resolutions to be considered at the McDonald’s meeting, to be held May 25, and at Walmart’s meeting, scheduled for May 31. Read NLPC’s SEC filing for McDonald’s here, and for Walmart here. NLPC’s report to the SEC on McDonald’s outlines some of the risks inherent in doing business in China, and notes: McDonald’s 2023 first quarter [report] states that “(financial) results reflected strong operating performance across the (International Developmental Licensed Markets & Corporate) segment, led by Brazil and China.” China is a clear driver of McDonald’s business performance, making its reliance on China a critical risk, as there are a number of factors that could harm the company The United Nations calls on companies to “provide information that is sufficient to evaluate the adequacy of an enterprise’s response to the particular human rights impact involved.” If McDonald’s is being “guided” by this principle and is already discussing significant risk exposures using “robust risk management program,” then a report…should be easy to deliver and provide investors with meaningful insights. An excerpt of NLPC’s filing for Walmart states: The magnitude of its risk in China is not comparable to the general business risks (already) disclosed by Walmart, many of which are indistinguishable from the disclosures made by other public companies. China-specific risks are present across many parts of Walmart’s business… Walmart has invested a considerable amount in its Chinese infrastructure. Thus, potential disruptions due to political, economic, regulatory, or health issues could negatively impact Walmart’s investments in the region. China is McDonald’s second-largest market, with more than 5,000 restaurants representing nearly 13 percent of its total locations. The communist nation is Walmart’s fourth-largest market, behind the United States, Central America, and Canada, with 365 stores representing nearly seven percent of its international locations. “Considering the extent of revenue generated and supply chain that is dependent on China, McDonald’s and Walmart owe their shareholders more transparency and specificity about their respective risks in the extensive amount of business they do there,” said Paul Chesser, director of NLPC’s Corporate Integrity Project. “Between human rights atrocities and Chairman Xi Jinping’s saber-rattling against Taiwan, the feasibility of continuing operations there may be tenuous. We urge their boards of directors to disclose more.” Founded in 1991, NLPC promotes ethics in public life and government accountability through research, investigation, education, and legal action. ### For more information or to schedule an interview with Paul Chesser, contact Dan Rene at 202-329-8357 or drene@nlpc.org. Please visit http://www.nlpc.org. Contact Details National Legal and Policy Center Dan Rene +1 202-329-8357 drene@nlpc.org Company Website http://www.nlpc.org

May 24, 2023 09:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Markets Could Remain Volatile Throughout 2023 – FiscalNote’s (NYSE: NOTE) Frontier View Helps Navigate The Turbulence And Stay Ahead

Benzinga

By Jad Malaeb, Benzinga According to S&P Global Market Intelligence, December 2022 marked the end of the “ worst quarter since 2009 barring lockdown months” in terms of global business activity. The observation also reflects in the broad investor sentiment one quarter into 2023 – one of slow growth and volatile markets. The Standard & Poor 500 Index, a popular market proxy, began 2023 with a monthly rise of 6.18% in January. Since this encouraging start, however, the index has failed to maintain momentum, dropping 2.61% in February and gaining roughly 2% in March. The market teeters slightly above yearly highs while investors await the conclusion of a banking crisis triggered by Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse and rising interest rates driven by the Federal Reserve. In markets like these, information and insight are crucial to spotting business threats and seizing rare opportunities. As a technology company specializing in the analysis and tracking of legislation and regulations in the U.S. and abroad, FiscalNote Holdings Inc. (NYSE: NOTE) is helping private businesses get the insight they need to survive and thrive in uncertain times. FrontierView: A Tool To Navigate Market Uncertainty FiscalNote has a suite of artificial intelligence and algorithmic data tracking services that help private and public organizations stay on top of macroeconomic trends, but perhaps the most relevant solution to today’s market uncertainty is FrontierView. FrontierView is a market intelligence solution designed to support global business professionals in navigating a volatile market. With a team of award-winning analysts, FrontierView provides real-time insights, in-depth research and analytical tools to help businesses stay ahead of macroeconomic trends that may impact their industry. The solution offers an extensive archive of market intelligence, ranging from market reviews, regional outlooks, daily news analysis, data-rich insights, event recordings and presentation decks. FrontierView's all-in-one platform provides clients with easy access to 80+ markets, key trends, up-to-date data forecasts and related research. By utilizing the "all content" search feature, clients can quickly find insights to drive their business decisions. The solution also aligns with clients' strategic priorities, providing objective market intelligence that can help harmonize information with a singular source integrated into their team's workflow. Clients can easily share content with stakeholders, anticipate risks and opportunities and align their teams with the solution's resources. In today's rapidly changing market, FrontierView's solution can be crucial in helping businesses make informed decisions. With a renewal rate of 96% and a client base of 290 companies and 4,100 executives, FrontierView has proven to be a trusted source of market intelligence. Whether clients are C-suite executives, professionals in finance, strategy or market intelligence, FrontierView has a solution to support their growth initiatives. Click here for more on FrontierView. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

May 24, 2023 09:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Panasonic Connect Looks to the Future of Live Entertainment

Panasonic Professional Imaging & Visual Systems

Panasonic Connect North America remains committed to revolutionizing live, themed, and immersive experiences with the appointment of Jared Darensbourg to National Live Events Manager. This appointment comes at an exciting time for the industry’s future. In 2022, the entertainment and leisure sector saw a 375% increase in funding since 2020. Meanwhile, the theme park sector alone is expected to surpass $89 billion by 2025 as increased purchasing power gives parks the opportunity to invest in new attractions that will keep visitors returning for years to come. After supporting countless partners in the development of innovative experiences in recent years, Panasonic Connect looks forward to helping the industry further its growth path. “From supporting the creation of next-level immersive experiences to designing the production behind engaging museum exhibits across the country, bringing the creative vision of the themed entertainment industry to life with our innovative technology has been a passion of mine for almost ten years of my career,” said Jared Darensbourg, National Live Events Manager at Panasonic Connect. “I look forward to more collaboration with our existing and new partners as we continue to transform guest experiences for the better.” As the themed entertainment industry progresses on its journey to evolve the audience experience with technology, partnerships with tech companies and rental and staging professionals will be critical. Darensbourg has helped lead some of Panasonic Connect’s most innovative partnerships with organizations such as Illuminarium, AREA15, Criss Angel, and the Academy Museum. In his new role, Darensbourg will drive Panasonic Connect’s business, communications and engineering strategy in both the themed entertainment and live events markets in addition to managing the company’s relationships with the Event Production Network and AV Alliance Network. “With so many new types of audience experiences and attractions emerging in recent years, from projection mapping exhibitions that immerse visitors into new worlds to hybrid concerts that engage both in-person and at-home fans, the themed entertainment industry will need to rely on technology more and more to continue innovating according to audience expectations,” said Ryan Carson, Vice President & General Manager of Professional Imaging & Visual Systems at Panasonic Connect. “As a successful leader at Panasonic Connect for the past eight years, Jared is the ideal person to lead his team forward and forge the industry partnerships to take entertainment experiences to the next level.” To learn more about Panasonic’s solutions for the themed entertainment sector, visit https://na.panasonic.com/us/whatmovesus/immersive-entertainment. About Panasonic Connect North America Established on April 1, 2022 as part of the Panasonic Group’s switch to an operating company system, Panasonic Connect North America is a B2B company offering device hardware, software and professional services to provide value to customers across the public sector, federal government, education, immersive entertainment, food services and manufacturing industries. With the mission to “Change Work, Advance Society, Connect to Tomorrow,” Panasonic Connect North America works closely with its community of partners, innovators and integrators to provide the right technologies to address customers’ ever-evolving needs in today’s connected enterprise. Connect with Panasonic Connect Audio Video Solutions: Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube Connect with Panasonic Connect North America: Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube Contact Details Madison Everts +1 617-624-3225 PanasonicVisual@racepointglobal.com Company Website https://na.panasonic.com/us/panasonic-connect

May 24, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

OPPO Brings Inspirational Moments to People through Professional Imaging Technologies at Roland-Garros 2023

OPPO

SHENZHEN, CHINA - Media OutReach - 24 May 2023 - Roland-Garros 2023, the must-attend clay court tennis event, takes place from May 22 to June 11 in Paris. For its fifth consecutive year as premium partner of the tournament, OPPO will once again capture inspirational moments on and off the court using its professional imaging technologies and bring them to tennis fans worldwide. Built on a foundation of shared values, OPPO’s collaboration with Roland-Garros has brought to life the powerful connection between technology and sport, expanding the impact of this exciting sports worldwide over the past four years. OPPO has been using the top-of-the-line professional imaging technologies to capture athletes, fans, and other sparks of excitement on and off the court. As the world's most prestigious clay-court event, Roland-Garros is filled with inspirational moments and spirit that inspires generations of tennis fans to follow their passion with more positivity and confidence. OPPO’s own professionalism and the ability to create products with advanced technology perfectly match the professional performances seen day-in, day-out on the courts. Together with Roland-Garros, OPPO looks forward to empowering fans to better witness, experience, and share precious moments throughout the tournament and bringing the charm of the game to the world at Roland-Garros 2023. Picture Shot on OPPO During the tournament, OPPO will once again host the RG x OPPO Photo Gallery, showcasing inspirational moments captured by OPPO’s latest flagship smartphones including OPPO Find N2 Flip. Through the “Shot of the Day”, OPPO will also continue to bring the best shot or rally to fans through Roland-Garros’s digital platforms every day of the tournament. With its brand proposition “Inspiration Ahead”, OPPO will work closely with Roland-Garros to bring more passion and inspiration to tennis through its world-leading devices and technologies while empowering global fans to better enjoy and participate in this year’s tournament. 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 X 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. About ROLAND-GARROS In the eyes of sports fans, and indeed the general public, Roland Garros is an unmissable event. The 2022 tournament was attended by more than 600,000 spectators and was broadcast in 223 countries worldwide, confirming the tournament's status as a first-class international sporting event. Organised by the French Tennis Federation, Roland Garros is the only Grand Slam tournament to be played on clay, one of the oldest and most noble surfaces in the history of tennis. Contact Details OPPO Media Contact press@oppo.com

May 24, 2023 07:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Sekur Private Data Ltd. (OTCQX: SWISF) (CSE: SKUR): Championing Privacy in the Digital Age

Sekur Private Data, Ltd.

In an era where data breaches and privacy violations are becoming increasingly common, Sekur Private Data Ltd. (OTCQX: SWISF) (CSE: SKUR) is making waves in the tech industry with its commitment to secure and private communication. The company has recently announced a series of significant developments that not only enhance its service offerings but also demonstrate impressive financial performance. Let's delve into these updates and understand why they are so crucial in today's digital landscape. Sekur Launches Customizable Bundle Packages Sekur Private Data Ltd. has recently unveiled a new set of bundle offerings on its website, Sekur.com. This move marks a significant stride in the company's ongoing efforts to provide robust, privacy-focused solutions to its customers. The new offerings include SekurVPN, a unique solution that stands as the world's first commercially available, non-big tech-powered, Swiss-hosted privacy-focused VPN. This innovative service is a testament to Sekur's commitment to privacy and security, offering users an effective tool to protect their online activities from prying eyes. Customers visiting the Sekur website now have the flexibility to select from SekurMail, SekurVPN, or SekurMessenger as their primary choice. In addition, they can choose any add-on offered for the other two solutions not selected as the primary choice. These add-ons are offered at a discounted price when bundled with any single solution, providing customers with a cost-effective way to enhance their privacy and security. The introduction of these bundle offerings has been met with a positive response from customers. Over half of Sekur's customers have chosen to bundle solutions, demonstrating the appeal of this new offering. Furthermore, at least 30% of new customers are selecting the SekurVPN solution in their bundles, indicating a strong interest in the privacy-focused VPN solution. Alain Ghiai, the CEO of Sekur Private Data, expressed his excitement about this development. He highlighted the benefits of offering all of Sekur's solutions in one place and the potential of customized bundles. As Sekur continues to roll out more solutions, such as SekurVoice, the company plans to use the same custom bundle offerings for all its consumer and business customers. In a world where data is the new oil, SekurSuite is like a fortress that safeguards this precious resource. By offering a suite of tools that prioritize security and privacy, Sekur Private Data Ltd. is addressing the growing concerns of individuals and businesses alike about the safety of their digital communication. SekurVPN: A Stronghold of Privacy in a Connected World Understanding the need for privacy in the digital world, Sekur Private Data Ltd. has introduced SekurVPN, a privacy-focused VPN solution. This service is designed to mask users' IP addresses, providing them with enhanced privacy and protection from potential hackers. The service guarantees no data leakage or sale to third parties, no traffic monitoring, and no requirement for a phone number to register for the service. In a world where privacy is often compromised, the introduction of SekurVPN is a testament to the company's commitment to user privacy. SekurVPN is not just another VPN service. It is a statement that privacy matters and that it should be the norm, not the exception. By offering a service that guarantees no data leakage or sale to third parties, SekurVPN is setting a new standard for privacy in the digital world. As of May 12, 2023, SekurVPN is now available on the Apple Mac App Store. A Remarkable Reduction in Customer Acquisition Cost: A Testament to Efficient Marketing In a significant financial achievement, Sekur Private Data Ltd. has managed to reduce its Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) by a staggering 79%. This reduction, from US$364 per customer in Q1 2023 to US$74 per customer, has been achieved through optimization and SEO marketing for its Sekur website. The company's goal is to maintain a CAC of US$75 or lower by the end of 2023, and a CAC of US$60 or lower for 2024. This reduction in CAC is a clear indication of the company's effective marketing strategies and its commitment to financial efficiency. This achievement is not just about numbers. It is about the company's ability to attract new customers while keeping costs low. It is a testament to the company's understanding of the market and its ability to effectively communicate its value proposition to potential customers. Impressive Financial Performance: A Reflection of Growth and Stability Sekur Private Data Ltd. has reported a 220% increase in sales for 2022 compared to 2021, ending the year with over 4 million CAD in cash and no long-term debt. The company has also announced a budget of 3.2 million CAD for FY 2023. This impressive financial performance, coupled with the launch of new solutions like SekurVPN, paints a promising picture of the company's future prospects. The increase in sales is a clear indication of the growing demand for the company's services, reflecting its ability to meet the needs of its customers effectively. Ending the year with a substantial cash reserve and no long-term debt is a testament to the company's financial stability and prudent management. The announced budget for FY 2023 indicates the company's commitment to investing in its growth and development. Conclusion In conclusion, Sekur Private Data Ltd. is making significant strides in the tech industry with its commitment to secure and private communication. The launch of SekurVPN, the reduction in CAC, and the impressive financial performance all point to a company that is not only committed to user privacy but also to financial efficiency and growth. These developments are not just about enhancing services or improving financial performance. They are about setting a new standard for privacy and security in the digital world. They are about recognizing the value of data and the importance of protecting it. As we move further into the digital age, Sekur Private Data Ltd. is setting a high standard for secure communication, making it a company to watch in the tech industry. Its commitment to privacy, security, and financial efficiency is a beacon of hope in a world where these values are often compromised. 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May 23, 2023 11:25 AM Eastern Daylight Time

ToolsGroup and illycaffè to Present at Gartner Supply Chain Symposium, June 5-7, in Barcelona

ToolsGroup

ToolsGroup announced today that we are exhibiting at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo 2023 in Barcelona, Spain, June 5-7. The ToolsGroup team gained compelling insights from the Gartner Symposium in Florida earlier this month and is excited to keep this momentum going in Europe. We’re also pleased to announce that one of ToolsGroup’s valued customers, illycaffè, has been selected to present on June 7 (Session SPS34, Room 111 Level P1). The presentation will provide an in-depth view of how the company’s adoption of ToolsGroup Service Optimizer 99+ (SO99+) enables the Italian coffee company to embrace a more holistic planning approach. “illycaffè’s success is a testament to the company’s focus on sustainable practices and to the significant benefits of the probabilistic forecasting method,” said ToolsGroup CMO, Kevin Young. “This AI-driven capability gives companies an in-depth understanding of demand. It allows them to match inventory to customer needs, enhancing the consumer experience while avoiding detrimental excesses. We’re excited to see our partnership with illycaffè continue to flourish and drive profitable, customer-centric business practices.” illycaffè was experiencing steady organic growth, serving customers in 140 countries worldwide and managing a broad product portfolio amid significant disruption. Thanks to ToolsGroup’s AI-powered probabilistic forecasting engine, the company improved and accelerated its forecasting and planning processes. With SO99+, illycaffè has the speed, data insights, and maneuverability to plan and manage inventory sustainably while supporting business growth and satisfying customers. The company’s long-time partnership with ToolsGroup helped it deliver a superior consumer experience, even in the midst of the pandemic, and continues to sustain its high standards for customer satisfaction and efficient inventory management across its network. Interested in learning more about ToolsGroup’s solutions? Book a meeting here and stop by booth #113. About Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo conference delivers must-have insights, strategies and frameworks for chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) and supply chain leaders to think big and drive real impact within their organizations. Join a global community of CSCOs and supply chain executives in 2023. For more information visit: https://www.gartner.com/en/conferences/emea/supply-chain-spain About ToolsGroup ToolsGroup’s innovative AI-powered solutions enable retailers, distributors, and manufacturers to navigate through supply chain uncertainty. Our retail and supply chain planning suites empower a new level of intelligent decision making and unlock powerful business improvements in forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory - delighting customers and achieving financial and ESG KPIs. Stay in touch with ToolsGroup on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, or visit www.toolsgroup.com. Contact Details MKPR Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com ToolsGroup Mark Gallant +1 978-808-0123 mgallant@toolsgroup.com Company Website https://www.toolsgroup.com

May 23, 2023 09:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Showtime: World’s first personalized human video platform Gan.ai raises $5.25M helping brands drop tailored video campaigns

Gan.ai

Brands have been able to personalize text, images and audio in their marketing campaigns for years and with the onset of AI resources, this has helped them scale their work. Today, Generative AI video platform Gan.ai is announcing a $5.25M seed funding round as they breach the final frontier of personalizing video for mass marketing campaigns. The funding round was led by Surge, Sequoia Capital India and Southeast Asia’s rapid scale-up program with participation from Emergent Ventures and other angel investors. With Gan.ai’s studio-quality video personalization software, brands simply need to record a video once, add dynamic keywords to a script, and Gan.ai will generate millions of hyper-customized videos in one click. Businesses can also create personalized landing pages with Gan.ai and deliver videos via preferred communications platforms, enabling specific interactions with users and tailored call-to-actions. The platform integrates with Shopify, Calendly, Stripe, Salesforce and Hubspot for businesses to create unique shopping and payment experiences also. Moreover, Gan.ai’s end-to-end solution also provides businesses with granular customer insights and video performance analytics. Gan.ai was founded in March 2021 by Suvrat Bhooshan and is headquartered in California, US. Suvrat previously worked at Facebook AI Research (FAIR) having completed his masters degree in computer science from Stanford University. His deep-learning papers have been published and cited over 300 times. Today, they are a team of 35 with a leadership team that includes Anupreet Singh as Chief Revenue Officer and Kushaagra Goyal as Chief Technology Officer. Anupreet Singh was US and Europe lead at Mettl (acquired by Mercer) and scaled up business from zero. Most recently, he was the GTM leader at Slintel (acquired by 6sense), where he achieved 0-$5M ARR in just two years. Kushaagra Goyal, leads the development of their disruptive generative AI technology. He has five years of experience working at Databricks, Rubrik and Samsung. He has published over ten patents in this field. Gan.ai is solving a pressing need for businesses as video becomes the go-to means in engaging users. The amount of online video people are watching has almost doubled since 2018, and an overwhelming 86% of businesses use video as a marketing tool. However, creating videos can often be a time-consuming process which lacks personalization when it comes to targeting a large audience. Suvrat Bhooshan, Founder and CEO of Gan.ai commented: “We’re empowering marketing teams around the world to generate a higher return on investment for video campaigns. Imagine a food delivery company being able to send a personalized video from a brand ambassador, addressing its customer by name and how they enjoyed items in their last order, or a clinic reminding a patient to book a follow-up appointment. This hyper-personalization leads to much higher conversion rates vs other static forms of communications. With Gan.ai, businesses will be able to scale their video personalization process while seamlessly integrating it with existing workflows. We’re excited to grow our operations with the new funds, and expand our sales and engineering teams across US and India,” he said. Gan.ai boasts a global customer base that includes brands such as Samsung, Zomato, vivo and gaming platform Mobile Premier League. In the US, Gan.ai has been used by some of the biggest brands including the largest chain of optometry and ophthalmology clinics, EyeCare Partners. “We record videos with influencers and celebrities, and now with Gan.ai, when they call out your name and tell you to take a personalized call-to-action the results are astounding. We saw a 5x increase in our Video Completion Rate, 3x increase in open rates, and 1.5x increase in our Click-Through-Rate," said user Tejnoor Grover at gaming platform Mobile Premier League. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2022, Gan.ai was one of the 200 technologies of the future. They have also been inducted into Stanford University’s prestigious StartX cohort in 2023. About Gan.ai Gan.ai is on a mission to democratize personalized video creation by allowing brands to customize videos for their customers using AI. Gan.ai helps organizations enhance the video creation process and reach out to their audience effectively by making personalized landing pages for customers and delivering customized videos via preferred communication platforms. It empowers organizations to generate a higher return on investment (ROI) for campaigns. For more information on Gan.ai, visit https://gan.ai/ or follow the team on LinkedIn. Contact Details Gan.ai Bilal Mahmood +44 7714 007257 b.mahmood@stockwoodstrategy.com Company Website https://gan.ai/

May 23, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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UA Multimedia Appoints Huan Nguyen as New CEO

UA Multimedia, Inc.

UA Multimedia, Inc. (OTC: UAMM), a technology holding company and solution provider specializing in the areas of information technology, blockchain and artificial intelligence, today announced the appointment of Huan Nguyen as its new Chief Executive Officer. Huan Nguyen will replace Michael Lajtay, who resigned from the Company as its interim CEO, to lead UA Multimedia in its next growth phase. Mr. Nguyen graduated from Oklahoma State University in 1981 with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, served 30 years in the Navy and retired as a Rear Admiral. A career Engineering Duty Officer, he has commanded at various levels including Flag Officer assignment as Deputy Commander, Cyber Engineering. Mr. Nguyen also earned a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Southern Methodist University, Master of Science Engineering from Purdue University and Master of Science in Information Technology with highest distinction from Carnegie Melon University. Mr. Nguyen is an innovator, motivational speaker and board member on several start-up technology companies. He also spends time serving as mentor for Asian-American. He has created an endowment at Oklahoma State University to support education in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Mr. Nguyen will lead UA Multimedia to further grow in the areas of information technology, blockchain and artificial intelligence through organic growth as well as via mergers and acquisitions. The effort will begin with the investment in a technology company specializing in integrating artificial intelligence into logistics and supply chain management systems to reduce cost and improve efficiency. Additional information regarding the transaction will be provided in the upcoming days. UA Multimedia director Michael Lajtay said: “We are delighted to welcome Huan Nguyen as our new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Nguyen is a values-driven leader who has a strong background in technology and management. He has extensive experiences and exceptional strategic capabilities that will be instrumental in leading our company in its expansion initiatives. We look forward to Mr. Nguyen realizing the full potential of UA Multimedia as a key solution provider, which delivers long-term growth and value for all its shareholders.” Nguyen commented: “I am excited to join UA Multimedia as its new Chief Executive Officer. The Company has strong technical talents and tremendous growth potential. I will be working closely with our team to capture market shares and to provide exceptional solutions to our clients worldwide.” About UA Multimedia, Inc. UA Multimedia, Inc. is a technology company and solution provider specializing in the areas of information technology, blockchain and artificial intelligence. It is also a holding company seeking to acquire domestic and foreign entities who are in the same space. Corporate Website: https://www.uammedia.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uamultimedia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/uamultimedia Forward-Looking Statements: This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27a of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and section 21e of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Those statements include the intent, belief or current expectations of the Company and its management team. Some or all of the events or results anticipated by these forward-looking statements may not occur. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. Accomplishing the strategy described herein is significantly dependent upon numerous factors, many that are not in management's control. UA Multimedia, Inc. does not undertake any duty nor does it intend to update the results of these forward-looking statements. Contact UA Multimedia, Inc. Investor Relations 949.229.1208 ir@uammedia.com Contact Details Investor Relations ir@uammedia.com

May 23, 2023 08:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Blackbird focused on "big opportunities in the Americas" after restructuring

Blackbird PLC

Blackbird PLC (AIM:BIRD, OTCQX:BBRDF) CEO Ian McDonough speaks to Proactive's Thomas Warner about the award-winning technology company's decision to restructure the business, with a view to taking advantage of "big opportunities in the Americas." McDonough highlights the importance of "being sensible" with the resources available and deploying them to best effect. Contact Details Proactive Proactive UK Ltd +44 20 7989 0813 uk@proactiveinvestors.com

May 23, 2023 04:16 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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