JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LabConnect, a leading provider of global central laboratory and support services for clinical trials, announces a strategic collaboration with The Bracken Group to enhance its radiopharmaceutical support capabilities.

As demand for radiopharmaceutical expertise continues to surge, with industry growth estimated between 15% and 20% annually, this collaboration positions LabConnect to better serve biotech and pharmaceutical clients advancing targeted treatments and diagnostics.

The Bracken Group (Bracken) is widely recognized for its scientific leadership and strategic expertise in the radiopharma space. Known for key opinion leadership and a broad scientific approach, Bracken brings unmatched insights across development, regulatory, and commercialization efforts.

“This partnership creates a unique opportunity to integrate operational excellence with deep scientific acumen,” said Wes Wheeler, CEO at LabConnect. “Bracken’s expertise strengthens our ability to support global clients with the complex logistical and analytical challenges specific to radiopharmaceutical trials.”

“LabConnect’s commitment to innovation aligns with Bracken’s mission,” said Colin Miller, PhD, CEO at Bracken Consulting. “Together, we’re creating a bridge between medicine, science, and operations that is unmatched in our industry.” He went on to say “Bracken is the global leader in consulting for radiopharmaceutical development from pre-clinical to market strategy. In partnering with LabConnect we have the opportunity to further build out the expertise aligning LabConnect as the go to partner organization for their clients developing radiopharmaceuticals, both diagnostics and radiolabeled therapy (RLT).”

The collaboration will focus on enhanced service delivery in areas such as sample processing, logistics, and scientific oversight—all critical components in the complex and highly regulated radiopharmaceutical field.

About LabConnect
LabConnect, LLC is the leading provider of Central Laboratory Services, FSP and Scientific Consulting, and Data Integration and Transformation Services for analytically and logistically complex studies such as immuno-oncology, cell and gene therapies, and rare & orphan diseases.

LabConnect’s unique combination of state-of-the-art technology, world-class laboratories, easy access to major and emerging markets, and extensive specialized testing expertise means that drug development companies can rely on one provider for all their central laboratory service needs.

Learn more at www.labconnect.com and follow on LinkedIn.

About Bracken
The Bracken Group offers consulting, regulatory, analytics, marketing, and sales enablement solutions for the life sciences and digital health industries. Through highly experienced consultative support, business programs, and data-enabled products, Bracken provides a multidisciplinary approach to exceeding goals for their clients.

Learn more at www.thebrackengroup.com and follow on LinkedIn.

DUBAI, UAE, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is excited to unlock new benefits for Mantle (MNT) holders across its trading platform and offerings. From Earn, fee discounts, to a fast track to VIP, MNT has emerged as the ultimate booster for Bybit users on their trading journey.

MNT’s breakout performance, driven by rising institutional recognition, evolving utilities, and expansive Bybit integrations, has garnered significant investor and trader interest in recent weeks, pushing MNT price to $1.81, up by 48.05% in a month. In a move to empower the Bybit community in sharing in MNT’s growth, the exchange is announcing two major MNT-exclusive perks within a week:

1. MNT Pass: Fast Pass to VIP & Lower Fees
   The MNT prestige is real on Bybit. Starting September 23, 2025, MNT holders can witness the magic of MNT as a special pass when trading on Bybit:

   ● Using MNT to Save on Trading Fees: Eligible users stand to get up to 25% off Spot trading fees and up to 10% discount in select Futures trading fee categories when they pay with MNT. The second offer applies to traders of USDT Perpetuals, USDT Expiry Contracts, and USDC Perpetuals. Trading via API is excluded.
   ● Holding MNT for Accelerated VIP Progression: Holding MNT on Bybit will bring users closer to the next VIP tier requirements faster. With the MNT Multiplier increasing their assets’ market value by up to 1.5x for VIP advancement purposes, an eligible Bybit user holding MNT and USDT will be evaluated based on their “Pass Value” instead of market value. The benefit could help users reach the next VIP tier upgrades that would conventionally require higher capital commitment.

   The program allows MNT holders and users to speed up their journey towards Bybit’s signature VIP program, through which they can unlock even more benefits and exclusive experiences.

2. Advanced Earn Integration: MNT Discount Buy
   Complementing the MNT Pass launch, MNT investors will also qualify for MNT Discount Buy on Bybit Advanced Earn, available from September 22, 2025. This innovative product offers users guaranteed MNT acquisition at a preset discount price with no knockout restrictions, while simultaneously providing MNT holding benefits throughout the investment period.
   
   Key Advantages of Bybit MNT Discount Buy:
   ● Guaranteed MNT purchase at discount prices upon term completion
   ● Access to Mantleverse ecosystem benefits during the investment period
   ● Loyalty rewards scaling with investment size and duration
   ● Strategic positioning for long-term appreciation for traders bullish on MNT

The comprehensive programs demonstrate how utility tokens can create value for Bybit’s community. While transforming MNT into both an accelerant for VIP progression and a direct cost-saving tool, Bybit also offers attractive MNT purchase options through its Advanced Earn platform. The initiatives underscore Bybit’s commitment to providing Bybit users with seamless access to opportunities ahead of the curve.

Terms and conditions apply to all sets of offers. For details on restrictions and eligibility, users may explore the MNT Pass program and MNT Bybit Discount Buy.

#Bybit / #TheCryptoArk

About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 70 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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NEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — OpenRock, the trailblazer in open-ear audio innovation, announced the official launch of the OpenRock Link 20 on Kickstarter on September 23th. Designed to merge professional-grade communication with everyday lifestyle convenience, the Link 20 is set to redefine how people experience headsets in both work and life.

Redefining the Communication Headset

Traditional communication headsets often force compromises: bulky headbands, ear fatigue, lack of ambient awareness, or fragile build quality. The Link 20 eliminates these pain points with a minimalist open-ear design, weighing only 9g per earbud, and introducing a groundbreaking detachable, interchangeable magnetic boom microphone.

Key Innovations

• Interchangeable Left-Right Boom Mic

The first in its category, the Link 20’s magnetic boom mic can be easily attached to either ear. This unique flexibility accommodates user preference and prevents long-term discomfort associated with wearing a mic on only one side.

• Detachable Magnetic Design with Premium Durability

Using N54 magnets and a six-layer alloy plating, the boom mic attaches securely yet effortlessly, with durability proven through over 10,000 attach-detach cycles. Users also receive instant audio alerts when the mic is connected or disconnected.

• AI Noise Cancellation with 5-Mic Array

Powered by a 5-microphone AI ENC system, the Link 20 filters out up to 99.9% of background noise (58dB reduction), ensuring crystal-clear communication in busy offices or on the go.

• The Latest Bluetooth 6.0

The Link 20 supports Bluetooth 6.0, enabling one-to-two device connection, ultra-stable signal transmission, with a wireless range of up to 50 feet indoors and 99 feet outdoors, keeping you connected wherever you are.

• One Headset for Two Worlds: Where Work Meets Life

From business calls to music streaming, the Link 20 adapts seamlessly. The dual-scenario design eliminates the need to buy separate headsets for work and leisure.

• All-Day Battery Life

The Link 20(without boom Mic) delivers up to 13 hours of continuous music playback and 9 hours of talking time. With charging case, the music playing time will be up to 52h and talking time will be 36h. Under 5-min quick charge, it will deliver 1 hour emergency talk.

• Minimalist Comfort & Ergonomic Excellence

With a 6.9° ergonomic tilt, liquid silicone materials, and a three-point pressure distribution system, the Link 20 guarantees secure, all-day comfort without ear canal blockage or pressure marks.

• Exclusive OpenRock App
  The Link 20 is supported by the OpenRock App, which allows users to:
• Customize EQ and sound profiles for work and leisure modes.
• Find My Buds: Quickly locate misplaced earbuds with an in-app tracking feature, ensuring users never lose their Link 20.

Price & Availability

The OpenRock Link 20 will officially debut on Kickstarter on September 23, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST.

The headset will retail for $149.99 in the consumer market.

During the Kickstarter campaign, backers will enjoy exclusive discounts significantly below the retail price, making this the best opportunity to secure the Link 20 early at unbeatable value.

The project redeploys older-generation hardware while expanding Compass Mining’s enterprise and institutional capabilities to off-grid solutions

WILMINGTON, Del., Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Compass Mining, a leading provider of Bitcoin mining infrastructure and services, today announced the launch of its first off-grid natural gas site in Wyoming, developed in partnership with 360 Energy. The site is already running and will be fully energized by the end of September 2025.

The project enables Compass Mining to redeploy earlier-generation hardware, such as the Antminer S19-series machines, extending their lifecycle and turning underutilized machines into productive and profitable assets.

With a total power capacity of 3.3 megawatts (MW), the Wyoming site adds to Compass Mining’s expanding portfolio of directly operated facilities, reinforcing its strategy of vertical integration while diversifying its geographic footprint and energy sources across various power markets. By combining established on-grid operations with new off-grid expertise, Compass Mining is laying the groundwork for future institutional-grade off-grid products.

With global volumes of unused gas burning hitting a record 150 billion cubic meters in 2024, Compass Mining’s Wyoming project demonstrates how monetization of pipeline-constrained natural gas can become one of the most promising innovations in Bitcoin mining, especially as industry economics evolve and require new operational models to stay profitable.

“The future of Bitcoin mining is about turning abundant underutilized energy into productive infrastructure,” says Karoon Mackenchery, Senior Director of Mining Services at Compass Mining. “We believe 360 Energy has solved many of the challenges of off-grid Bitcoin mining. By testing these new models and new markets, we are preparing to extend these innovations to additional sites and increase our offering to institutional clients.”

“We are seeing more producers utilize Bitcoin mining as natural gas offtake,” says Chris Alfano, 360 Energy. “By combining our innovative solutions with Compass Mining’s years of operational excellence, we are proving how Bitcoin mining can directly benefit oil and gas companies with less emissions, increased oil production and new uncorrelated revenue streams.”

About Compass Mining

Compass Mining is a customer-first company that provides a platform for individuals and businesses to purchase Bitcoin mining hardware, host machines, build and manage mining facilities, and access a range of ancillary services. With a commitment to exceptional customer support and transparency, Compass Mining sets the benchmark for Bitcoin mining hosting. Its mission is to make Bitcoin mining accessible to everyone. To learn more about Compass Mining or to start mining today, visit compassmining.io.

About 360 Energy

360 Energy, Inc. provides natural gas offtake and monetization for the oil and gas industry. Its Apex gas offtake system captures stranded, flared or uneconomic natural gas and converts it into reliable power for energy-dense computing, directly at the source. Deployable anywhere, Apex helps oil and gas operators capture stranded gas, maximize oil production, and monetize molecules that would otherwise be wasted. 360 Energy is at the forefront of integrating advanced computing with traditional energy production – on a mission to help operators earn more and flare less.

Media Contact

BlocksBridge Consulting
compass@blocksbridge.com

Aiper Aims to Expand Reach and Support with Brick & Mortar Pool Retail Stores and Pool Service Professionals

ATLANTA, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Aiper, a global leader in cordless robotic pool cleaners, is proud to announce a strategic agreement with Pool Corporation (Nasdaq/GSM: POOL), the world’s largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool supplies, equipment, pool building materials, and related outdoor living products.

Beginning in 2026, independent retailers, pool builders, and service companies across North America and beyond will have access to Aiper’s full suite of innovative robotic pool cleaners, including exclusive products, through POOLCORP’s global B2B supply chain of over 450 locations. By partnering with the industry’s most trusted distributor, Aiper will deepen its commitment to the trade, delivering innovative, high-performance robotic cleaners that serve the evolving needs of modern, affordable pool care.

“This innovative agreement with POOLCORP marks a significant milestone in Aiper’s growth strategy,” said Richard Wang, Founder and CEO of Aiper. “It opens the door to the most influential network of industry professionals in the pool and outdoor living space, and we’re excited to bring our products to retailers and pool professionals who value quality, performance, and innovation.”

POOLCORP, the world’s largest distributor of swimming pool supplies and outdoor products, maintains the industry’s most extensive on-hand inventory network – offering over 200,000 products for over 2,000 leading manufacturers and vendors. Adding Aiper to POOLCORP’s extensive supplier portfolio reflects the distributor’s focus on delivering products that give independent retailers and service professionals a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving marketplace.

“The pool industry is in need of innovation. Our intent is to be the delivery vehicle to accelerate innovation and ultimately enhance our customers’ experience and that of every pool owner. As the leading distributor in the sector, it’s been our long-standing commitment to partner with those who share the same vision for growth,” said Jonathan Pechon, Vice President of Supply Chain and Operations for POOLCORP. “Our partnership with Aiper brings one of the most in-demand and innovative product categories to market, advancing cordless robotic cleaner technology and creating unprecedented opportunities for industry professionals and independent retailers to offer these products to pool owners nationwide,” Pechon added.

About Aiper

Aiper is the global pioneer of cordless robotic pool cleaning technology and a leader in smart yard product solutions. Through its “Bring Vacation Home” campaign, Aiper empowers homeowners to transform their backyards into a personal vacation retreat with the help of innovative, smarter, and greener product solutions that effortlessly handle pool and lawn maintenance to save time, money, and energy. From state-of-the-art pool cleaners to intelligent irrigation systems, Aiper delivers a comprehensive backyard ecosystem of products that simplify outdoor maintenance so users can enjoy more leisure and fun. Renowned for excellence, Aiper products have garnered prestigious awards, including the Red Dot Design Award, the iF Design Award, and editorial awards from USA Today and TWICE. Additionally, Aiper has been recognized as a CES Innovation Awards honoree in 2023, 2024, and 2025, underscoring its commitment to pioneering smart yard solutions.

For additional information about Aiper, please visit Aiper.com or follow on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X.

About Pool Corporation

Pool Corporation (Nasdaq/GSM: POOL) is the world’s largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool and related backyard products. POOL operates over 450 sales centers in North America, Europe and Australia through which it distributes more than 200,000 products to roughly 125,000 wholesale customers. For more information about POOLCORP, please visit www.poolcorp.com. Or, if you’re a pool industry professional, please visit www.POOL360.com to shop now.

One Platform by AB Tasty brings together best-in-class UX and powerful features into a single, seamless solution for both marketing and product teams.

NEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AB Tasty, a global leader in experience optimization, today announced the launch of their unified platform for both client-side and server-side experimentation, “One Platform”. This new offering enables digital teams—from developers to product managers and marketers—to personalize every customer journey with safety, speed, and confidence.

Combining AB Tasty’s Feature Experimentation and Rollouts function with their signature no-code experimentation suite, digital teams have access to one workflow for testing, validating, and rolling out digital experiences at scale. This move makes it easier to de-risk deployments, prove impact, and maintain consistency across channels and devices.

What One Platform means for digital teams:

• Safe, progressive rollouts – Validate features with controlled rollouts to minimize risk.
• Cross-stack experimentation – Measure performance across backend, web, and mobile.
• Unified customer journeys – Run consistent tests and personalizations from one place.
• AI-augmented insights – Optimize experiences based on user sentiment and intent.
• Developer-friendly workflows – Maintain control with robust APIs, monitoring, and rollback.

“Fragmented tools have forced teams into silos, leading to disruption, tests without impact, and potential mistakes,” says Rémi Aubert, AB Tasty Co-Founder and CEO. “One Platform helps to close that gap between product, marketing, and developer teams by providing a single place for experimentation, personalization, and feature management. We’re raising the bar on how teams test, iterate, and optimize.”

One Platform marks the consolidation of AB Tasty’s continued growth in digital experience – building on their acquisition of EmotionsAI in 2023, expansion into recommendation and merchandising in 2024, and continued innovation in personalization and AI to help partners grow at speed.

“Our mission has always been to accelerate innovation with confidence,” shares Alix de Sagazan, AB Tasty Co-Founder and CEO. “By bringing client-side and server-side experimentation into one platform, we’re empowering digital teams to align on outcomes, de-risk deployments, and deliver customer value faster than ever.”

With One Platform, teams can build a culture where experimentation thrives—one test, one insight, one step closer to what’s possible.

Learn more about One Platform: https://www.abtasty.com/one-platform

About AB Tasty

AB Tasty is a global leader in AI-powered experience optimization solutions empowering brands using personalization, experimentation, recommendations, and search, including the only solution with emotions-based segmentation to build better experiences on their websites and apps. Integrated into a single platform, AB Tasty offers web and API-based solutions that provide companies with a unified approach to creating seamless customer experiences. Brands use AB Tasty’s platform to align digital, e-commerce, and product teams on revenue goals by optimizing and innovating digital experiences. Founded in 2013, AB Tasty’s customer roster includes world-leading brands such as Kering, McDonald’s, Ulta Beauty, L’Oreal, Disneyland Paris, and LVMH among others. AB Tasty has 12 offices across the globe: North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. To learn more, visit www.abtasty.com.

Contact
John Hughes, Head of Marketing
john.hughes@abtasty.com

Specializing in enzymes and fermentation, the biotech company will transform the expansion of Kemin’s global enzyme production capabilities

DES MOINES, Iowa and SHANGHAI, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Kemin Industries, a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services, is pleased to announce its acquisition of CJ Youtell Biotech, the enzymes and fermentation subsidiary of CJ Bio. This strategic move strengthens Kemin’s position as a global leader in enzyme innovation for markets such as animal feed, food, aquaculture, textiles, paper and pulp, and biofuel industries.

With this acquisition, Kemin has full ownership of CJ Youtell’s fermentation plants and its enzyme product portfolio. CJ Youtell brings to Kemin a world-class fermentation platform, including strategically located plants in Shandong and Hunan, China. These newly integrated assets will expand Kemin’s enzymes business, enabling the delivery of high-performance, sustainable enzyme technologies directly to customers worldwide.

“We are pleased to welcome CJ Youtell into the Kemin family,” said Dr. Chris Nelson, President and CEO, Kemin Industries. “This acquisition is a bold step forward in our ongoing strategy to provide cutting-edge fermentation solutions directly to our customers. Adding CJ Youtell to our portfolio further enhances Kemin’s expertise and dedication to supply high-quality and innovative enzyme ingredients and solutions across industries and around the world.”

The addition of the new facilities in China supports Kemin’s growth in R&D with laboratories and technical teams specializing in bioengineering, biochemistry, and enzyme formulation. With product innovation, manufacturing efficiencies, and the delivery of high-quality finished products, Kemin will be able to optimize production costs, reduce supply chain risk, and offer competitively priced, high-quality enzyme solutions across multiple markets and industries.

“The acquisition of CJ Youtell marks a powerful expansion of Kemin’s enzyme capabilities,” said Michelle Lim, President, Kemin Enzymes. “For over 40 years, Kemin has been formulating and delivering enzyme solutions across multiple markets and industries. With CJ Youtell’s fermentation expertise now part of our portfolio, we offer customers a fully integrated solution—from proprietary strain development and manufacturing to final formulation and application support.”

This integration builds on Kemin’s decades of enzyme expertise to create a seamless, end-to-end offering to customers. By combining in-house fermentation with advanced formulation, technical sales support, and Customer Laboratory Services, Kemin is uniquely positioned to deliver tailored, high-performing enzyme technologies. These expanded capabilities enhance Kemin’s agility and accelerate innovation, empowering customers to stay ahead in competitive and evolving markets.

About Kemin Industries

Kemin Industries (www.kemin.com) is a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services. The company supplies over 500 specialty ingredients for human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textile, biofuel, and animal vaccine industries.

For over half a century, Kemin has been dedicated to using applied science to address industry challenges and offer product solutions to customers in more than 120 countries. Kemin provides ingredients to feed a growing population with its commitment to the quality, safety, and efficacy of food, feed, and health-related products.

Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 3,300 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States.

Media Contact: 
Diogo Craveiro, Senior Global Manager, Brand and Marketing Communications |
diogo.craveiro@kemin.com, (+1) 515-559-5361

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