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REALTY ONE GROUP IS THE NO. 1 REAL ESTATE BRAND FOR THE FOURTH YEAR IN A ROW

While Others Decline, the UNBrokerage is Again Named to Entrepreneur’s Prestigious Franchise 500(R) List For its Explosive Growth and Viability

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif., Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Realty ONE Group, a modern, purpose-driven lifestyle brand and ONE of the fastest-growing franchisors in the world, is the No. 1 real estate brand for the fourth year in a row on Entrepreneur’s highly-competitive 2025 Franchise 500® list, just as the global franchisor celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.

This is the ninth year that Realty ONE Group has made the list, continuing to climb the rankings every year, with its closest real estate competitor now nearly 20 positions behind.

Claiming the No. ONE spot on this widely-esteemed list, for the fourth consecutive year, further fuels the momentum we’re bringing into 2025 and our 20th anniversary,said Kuba Jewgieniew, CEO and Founder of Realty ONE Group. “And every year, as a result of testimonials like this and from our own raving fans around the world, real estate professionals and entrepreneurs come to us looking to share in the success and be a part of something special and UNique in this industry.”

Entrepreneur named Realty ONE Group International to the list for its network growth, financial strength, and brand power and said in a press release that… “The Franchise 500 is more than a list. It’s really a collection of life-changing opportunities, featuring strong and resilient brands that future franchisees will be proud to be a part of.”

The lifestyle brand continues to evolve all aspects of its full-service offerings, including its proprietary technology zONE, business coaching platforms, ONE University and all aspects of its 6C’s. The UNBrokerage as it is known in the industry has more than 20,000 real estate professionals in more than 450 offices in 49 states, Washington D.C., and 24 more countries, recently expanding into Bonaire and Curacao.

Learn more at www.OwnAOne.com.

About Realty ONE Group International
Realty ONE Group International is one of the fastest growing, modern, purpose-driven lifestyle brands in real estate whose ONE Purpose is to open doors across the globe – ONE home, ONE dream, ONE life at a time. The organization has rapidly grown to more than 20,000 real estate professionals in over 450 locations across 24 countries and territories because of its proven business model, full-service brokerages, dynamic COOLTURE, superior business coaching through ONE University, outstanding support and its proprietary technology, zONE. Realty ONE Group International has been named the number ONE real estate brand by Entrepreneur Magazine for three consecutive years and continues to surge ahead, opening doors, not only for its clients but for real estate professionals and franchise owners. To learn more, visit www.RealtyONEGroup.com.

Stämm’s Continuous Bioreactor Increases Antibody Productivity by up to 30x in European and American Pilots

Pilot runs in Europe and South America show breakthrough efficiency in monoclonal antibody production with unprecedented cost savings and scalability using Stämm’s bubble-free continuous laminar flow bioreactor: the Bioprocessor.

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Stämm unveiled breakthrough results of its continuous bioreactor for monoclonal antibody production with pilot studies in Germany, Switzerland, and Argentina. It achieved a minimum of 15x greater volumetric productivity, projecting up to 50x during 2025. It also consistently evidenced up to 4x cellular density and specific productivity. The Bioprocessor, a plug-and-play desktop unit, cuts costs compared to traditional fed-batch systems and eliminates downtime while maintaining quality, working with both adherent and suspension cultures.

Stämm’s bubble-free continuous laminar flow bioreactor: the Bioprocessor.

As healthcare faces an increasing demand for therapies, Stämm enables the commercialization of biosimilars and different biologics for chronic and complex diseases such as oncology, inflammation, and immunology-related diseases. The biomanufacturing process for cell and gene therapies also benefits thanks to a high surface to volume ratio, low shear stress, and automation capabilities.

Stämm’s closed-system design leverages single-use 3D-printed cartridges for seamless scalability and cost efficiency. With successful pilot implementations completed in under three months, the bioreactor is primed for global deployment and underserved markets. Its enhanced productivity stems from a homogeneous, stress-free environment that ensures consistent optimal conditions, including high gas exchange.

As the industry approaches a patent cliff, Stämm positions itself as an ideal partner in facilitating accessible and scalable biomanufacturing solutions. With early adopter partnerships underway, Stämm’s approach is set to redefine biomanufacturing standards and enable next-generation medicines, fostering innovation in biologics production worldwide.

About Stämm

Founded in 2016, Stämm is a biomanufacturing company developing novel, fully automated bioprocessors to transform biologics production. Their continuous, bubble-free manufacturing platform with a novel 3D printed bioreactor enhances yields, reduces costs, and minimizes footprint and energy consumption. Stämm’s approach enables a scalable and energy-efficient solution for challenging biologics and cell therapy manufacturing.

Dedicated to making biomanufacturing easy, scalable, and repeatable, Stämm’s solutions are decentralizing bioprocesses, thus freeing their partners to focus on the disruptive discoveries that make an impact on people’s lives. For more information, please visit Stämm’s website at https://www.stamm.bio/

Dr. Sultan Al Jaber Unveils ‘World First’ 24/7 Renewables Project; Global Megatrends Call for New Path to Socioeconomic Progress

  • At opening of ADSW 2025, HE Dr. Al Jaber unveils world’s first renewable and battery storage facility to provide uninterrupted power, at scale, around the clock in Abu Dhabi. Unwavering support of UAE leadership enables breakthrough to “moonshot challenge” of intermittency.
  • Masdar and EWEC partner on largest of its kind megaproject combining 5.2GW of Solar PV with 19GW hours of battery storage to produce 1GW of continuous baseload renewable energy.
  • Calls for all stakeholders, industries and governments to unite around a single path to unlock growth, drive sustainable economic progress and unleash unprecedented economic opportunity.
  • Global megatrends of AI and growth of emerging markets driving power demand from 9,000GW to over 15,000GW by 2035 and could reach 35,000GW by 2050.
  • Dr. Al Jaber declares world is at “nexus of next”- a watershed moment that holds the opportunity to supercharge socioeconomic progress driven by megatrends
  • Despite gains in renewable energy adoption, surge in global energy demand requires a diversity of energy options.
  • Policies and regulations that prematurely reduce energy options are self-defeating. Energy and sustainability are not opposing forces, they are essential partners, Dr. Al Jaber says.
  • Abu Dhabi’s XRG will help respond to emerging energy needs across the entire value chain, including gas, chemicals, low carbon fuels and energy infrastructure.

ABU DHABI, UAE, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At the opening ceremony of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025 and the awards ceremony of the Zayed Sustainability Prize, HE Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Masdar Chairman, called for a new approach to unlock growth, drive sustainable economic progress and unleash unprecedented economic opportunity. At the first major international event of 2025, he noted that the world stands at a pivotal moment for progress driven by the global megatrends of emerging market growth, exponential rise of Artificial Intelligence and transformation of energy systems. Together these trends will require a diversity of energy sources to supercharge sustainable progress.

His Excellency Dr Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Chairman of Masdar

H.E. Dr. Al Jaber was speaking in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. Addressing an assembled audience which included 13 heads of state and over 140 ministers and government officials, he highlighted the UAE’s energy leadership – with world firsts and landmark achievements in solar, wind, nuclear, and AI, thanks to the far-sighted guidance of His Highness, the President of the UAE, and the legacy of the UAE’s founding father Shiekh Zayed Al Nahyan.

World stands at a pivotal moment

“As we enter the second quarter of the 21st century, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment. We are standing at the edge of two worlds, the world as we know it, and the world as it could be. This is a moment that I like to call ‘the nexus of next,'” HE Dr. Al Jaber said.

He emphasized that the world was poised at an inflection point driven by three powerful forces: the growth of emerging markets, the fundamental transformation of our energy systems, and the exponential growth of AI; with the potential to not just accelerate progress, but to “put progress into overdrive”.

UAE advancing leadership in energy, space and international diplomacy

HE Dr. Al Jaber said the UAE embodies “the nexus of next” as a nation uniquely positioned at the intersection of tradition and transformation, made possible under the legacy of the founding father of the UAE, Sheikh Zayed. Turning to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, Dr Al Jaber continued,

“This legacy of leadership continues to this day. Your Highness, you are constantly inspiring us to break new ground. Under your guidance, we have set records in solar. From the biggest single site power plant to a world-leading desalination plant. We have set the pace in wind, creating wind farms that can operate in rough seas and at low speeds. We have set the bar in nuclear, with all four units of the Barakah plant fully operational. We have set benchmarks in Artificial Intelligence, from the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, the first ever home-grown university entirely dedicated to AI, to strategic investment vehicles like MGX. We have set foot in space, sent a probe to Mars and we are not stopping there. We will soon send a mission to the asteroid belt with the MBR Explorer, and we will map our planet with our own satellite, MBZ-SAT.

“And it was your call for unity that nurtured multilateralism, allowed determination to conquer doubt and brought the world together to deliver the historic UAE consensus at COP28,” HE Dr. Al Jaber added.

Overcoming the barrier of renewable energy intermittency

HE Dr. Sultan noted that intermittency has been for decades one of the biggest barrier facing renewable energy, the ability to source constant power 24 hours a day, but thanks to a record-breaking UAE project, that barrier had been overcome.

“For decades, the biggest barrier facing renewable energy has been intermittency. It has been the moonshot challenge of our time. How can we power a world that never sleeps with energy sources that do? How can we transform renewable resources into reliable power? Today, we have an answer. Excellencies, colleagues and friends, I am pleased to announce the launch of the world’s first renewable energy facility capable of providing renewable energy, at scale, around the clock.

“In partnership with the Emirates Water and Electricity Company, Masdar is combining 5.2GW of solar capacity with 19GW hours of storage to produce 1 GW of uninterrupted clean power. This will, for the first time ever, transform renewable energy into baseload energy,” HE Dr. Sultan added.

Calls for a diversity of energy options to meet the world’s future energy demands

He highlighted the power surge being created by the three global megatrends, and particularly the growth in AI, creating unprecedented demands on power production.

“Before AI took off, power demand was already on track to grow from 9,000 to over 15,000GW by 2035. But with apps like ChatGPT growing by half a billion visits every month and using ten times as much energy as a google search, demand by 2050 could reach as high as 35,000 GW. We are talking about a 250 percent increase.

I am sure you would all agree that no single source of energy can meet this demand.”

HE Dr. Al Jaber outlined the need for a diversity of energy options to ensure energy security and energy access for billions. In this regard he noted the newest addition to Abu Dhabi’s diversified energy portfolio, XRG. XRG is an energy investment company that will help respond to emerging energy needs across the entire value chain, including gas, chemicals, low carbon fuels and diverse energy infrastructure to ensure all energy- electrons and molecules- can get to the end user.

“In a world where a billion people still lack access to energy, we need to have a diversity of energy options. And allow me to be clear, policies and regulations that prematurely reduce those options are just self-defeating. Simply put, we need an and-and approach.

Highlighting the Zayed Sustainability Prize that puts people at the heart of progress

HE Dr. Al Jaber emphasized the importance of placing people at the heart of progress for the benefit of lives and livelihoods as embodied by the Zayed Sustainability Prize.

“The nexus of next means putting people at the heart of progress. It means uniting to address global challenges.

And it means recognizing that no discovery is worth making unless it helps humanity and improves lives. That is what the Zayed Sustainability Prize is all about. Thanks to the Prize, every day, somewhere in the world, a village drinks clean water for the first time. A child is able to study under solar-powered light. A farmer harvests crops from land that was once barren. This continues the legacy of Sheikh Zayed, who believed that the future we are creating is not just about generating power — it’s about empowering people.”

Setting a new path which unlocks growth, driving prosperity and unprecedented economic opportunity

In closing, Dr Sultan appealed for unity in charting a new path and new narrative that unites energy access and sustainability, calling for a new approach and new ways of thinking.

“For too long we have been trapped in a false choice between energy access and sustainability. This ‘either-or’ thinking is paralyzing progress. It is time to change the narrative. The truth is, energy and sustainability are not opposing forces. They are essential partners. The choice is not between two paths – it’s about creating a new path, together. A path that unlocks growth, drives prosperity and unleashes unprecedented economic opportunity. A path that delivers the nexus of next.”

About Masdar

Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) is one of the world’s fastest-growing renewable energy companies. As a global clean energy pioneer, Masdar is advancing the development and deployment of solar, wind, geothermal, battery storage and green hydrogen technologies to accelerate the energy transition and help the world meet its net-zero ambitions. Established in 2006, Masdar has developed and invested in projects in over 40 countries with a combined capacity of over 31.5 gigawatts (GW), providing affordable clean energy access to those who need it most and helping to power a more sustainable future.

Masdar is jointly owned by TAQA, ADNOC, and Mubadala, and is targeting a renewable energy portfolio capacity of 100GW by 2030 while aiming to be a leading producer of green hydrogen by the same year.

For more information, please visit: https://www.masdar.ae and connect: facebook.com/Masdar.ae and twitter.com/Masdar

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Repair, Restore, Rejoice: EaseUS Free Online Repair Tool Brings Damaged Files Back to Life

NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EaseUS, a renowned name in the data recovery and management industry, highlights its established free online repair tool for damaged files. This powerful platform has been serving users globally by offering advanced repair services for videos, images, Office documents, and PDF files. The company’s commitment to providing high-quality tools without cost barriers has made it an invaluable resource for individuals and professionals.

EaseUS online video repair tool stands out with its comprehensive support for a wide array of video formats, including MP4, MOV, MKV, 3GP, AVI and more. Users who have encountered issues such as playback errors, pixelation, or lost audio can upload their corrupted videos to the secure website, where they are subjected to a sophisticated video repair process. Following the repair, users can preview and download their fixed videos, confident that the original quality and integrity have been preserved.

The image repair capabilities of the EaseUS tool are equally impressive. It addresses common problems like metadata lost, blurry visuals, flickering, and jittery frames, using cutting-edge algorithms designed to restore photos to their original clarity. Whether it’s a cherished family snapshot or an important business graphic, EaseUS online photo repair tool ensures that every detail is brought back to life.

In addition to video and image repair, the tool supports Office files and PDFs, making it a versatile option for various types. For scenarios beyond the capabilities of the online file repair tool, EaseUS offers local repair software with enhanced features and advanced repair options, catering to more complex repair needs.

The ease-of-use factor cannot be understated; the intuitive interface guides users through a simple three-step process: upload, repair, and save. This accessibility means even those with limited technical knowledge can successfully repair their precious memories or critical work files.

Security and privacy are at the core of EaseUS service philosophy. All uploaded files undergo strict security protocols, ensuring user information remains confidential. Once the repair process concludes, files are automatically deleted from the servers, reinforcing the company’s dedication to user trust.

EaseUS invites users to experience the benefits of its free online repair tool by visiting the official website. There, they can learn more about the supported file formats, explore frequently asked questions, and begin restoring their damaged files today.

Try EaseUS free online file repair tool: https://repair.easeus.com/

About EaseUS Software:

EaseUS provides professional IT solutions for home, education, and SMB users, service providers in data recovery, backup, system optimization, partition manager, and multimedia on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android platforms. Founded in 2004, EaseUS has established itself as a fast-growing international company with over 100,000,000 wonderful users in the world. For more information, please visit http://www.easeus.com.

Media contact: Ada Bai, adas@easeus.com

UAE President witnesses launch of world’s first 24/7 Solar PV, Battery Storage gigascale project to be built in Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI, UAE, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In the presence of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar and Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) today announced the launch of the world’s first large-scale ’round the clock’ gigascale project, combining solar power and battery storage in Abu Dhabi.

World’s first 24/7 Solar PV, Battery Storage gigascale project to be built in Abu Dhabi

The launch was announced by His Excellency Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Chairman of Masdar, and His Excellency Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi, Minister of Investment and Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of ADQ.

The launch marks a pivotal moment in the clean energy transformation, allowing renewable energy to be dispatched 24 hours a day, seven days a week, reaffirming the UAE’s position as a global pioneer in renewable energy deployment.

Delivering up to 1 gigawatt (GW) of baseload power every day generated from renewable energy, it will be the largest combined solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) in the world.

Located in Abu Dhabi, the project will feature a 5.2GW (DC) solar photovoltaic (PV) plant, coupled with a 19 gigawatt-hour (GWh) BESS, setting a global benchmark in clean energy innovation.

His Excellency Dr, Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Chairman of Masdar, said, “For decades, the biggest barrier facing renewable energy has been intermittency—to be able to source uninterrupted clean power day and night. This has been the moonshot challenge of our time, and now, thanks to the resolute support of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, with this groundbreaking project we have found the solution. In collaboration with EWEC and our partners, we will develop a renewable energy facility capable of providing clean energy round the clock. For the first time ever, this will transform renewable energy into a world-leading 1GW of reliable baseload energy every day on an unprecedented scale – a first step that could become a giant leap for the world.”

This initiative demonstrates the remarkable scale and ambition of the UAE’s energy transformation, delivering clean energy to power advancements in emerging technologies. The world-leading project reflects the vision and commitment of the UAE leadership in driving socioeconomic and environmental progress.

His Excellency Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi, Minister of Investment and Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of ADQ, said, “The accelerated integration of solar power and advanced battery energy storage sets a new benchmark in clean energy, driving sustainability and reducing carbon emissions. By advancing energy infrastructure, we are leading the way in developing cost-effective, scalable renewable energy, solidifying Abu Dhabi’s position as a key player in shaping the future of global energy. Guided by the UAE leadership, this united effort within the energy sector powers the nation’s technological advancement, ushering in a new era of intelligence, resilience, flexibility, and commercial opportunity while ensuring sustainable and uninterrupted energy for exponential growth.”

Othman Al Ali, Chief Executive Officer of EWEC, said, “By launching the world’s largest solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System, Abu Dhabi is setting a new global standard for sustainable energy development and innovation. This landmark project embodies EWEC’s unwavering commitment to decarbonising the energy sector while driving the UAE’s socioeconomic growth. As the backbone of the nation’s clean energy transition, this facility supports critical industries such as AI and advanced technologies, ensuring their power needs are met sustainably and reliably.

“This project not only underscores Abu Dhabi’s growing reputation as a leader in utility-scale renewable energy innovation but also cements EWEC’s role in ensuring energy security for future generations. Collaborating with partners like Masdar and TAQA Transmission to facilitate the development of network infrastructure enables the achievement of our transformational milestones that accelerate the UAE’s journey to achieving its Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative.”

Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar, said, “Developed in the UAE by Masdar, this record-breaking project will create over 10,000 new jobs, driving innovation and economic growth. As Masdar’s largest and most ambitious project to date, combining an incredible 5.2GW of solar PV with 19GW hours of battery storage – the largest ever for a power utility project – this is truly clean energy on an unprecedented scale. Masdar, EWEC, and its valued project partners are setting a new global benchmark in technological innovation to address the challenge of renewable energy intermittency to generate 1GW of clean, uninterrupted power 24 hours a day, round the clock.”

The solar PV and BESS facility will provide unparalleled stability and efficiency by overcoming the intermittency challenges of renewable energy. The 19GWh battery storage facility will enable seamless integration of solar power into the grid.

By integrating state-of-the-art renewable technologies with energy storage solutions, this landmark project exemplifies the UAE’s commitment to scaling innovative clean energy solutions to meet evolving energy demands. This initiative also supports the UAE Energy Strategy 2050, and the facility will play a transformative role in energy systems, ensuring the UAE continues to lead by example in delivering towards the historic UAE Consensus agreed at COP28.

About Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) is a global platform supported by the UAE and its clean energy leader, Masdar, to address the world’s most pressing sustainability challenges through crucial conversations accelerating responsible development and fostering inclusive economic, social and environmental progress.

For more than 15 years, ADSW has convened decision-makers from governments, the private sector and civil society to advance the global sustainability agenda through dialogue, cross-sector collaboration and impactful solutions. Throughout the year, ADSW conversations and initiatives facilitate knowledge sharing and collective action that will ensure a sustainable world for future generations.

About Masdar

Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) is one of the world’s fastest-growing renewable energy companies. As a global clean energy pioneer, Masdar is advancing the development and deployment of solar, wind, geothermal, battery storage and green hydrogen technologies to accelerate energy systems transformation and help the world meet its net-zero ambitions. Established in 2006, Masdar developed and invested in projects in over 40 countries with a combined capacity of over 31.5 gigawatts (GW), providing affordable clean energy access to those who need it most and helping to power a more sustainable future.

Masdar is jointly owned by TAQA, ADNOC, and Mubadala, and is targeting a renewable energy portfolio capacity of 100GW by 2030 while aiming to be a leading producer of green hydrogen by the same year.

For more information, please visit:
World’s first 24/7 Solar PV, Battery Storage gigascale project to be built in Abu Dhabi

Hong Kong Pharma Digital Technology Holdings Limited Announces Pricing of Initial Public Offering

NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hong Kong Pharma Digital Technology Holdings Limited (“Hong Kong Pharma” or the “Company”), a leading provider of OTC pharmaceutical cross-border e-commerce supply chain services in Hong Kong, today announced the pricing of its initial public offering (the “Offering”) of an aggregate of 1,403,685 ordinary shares of par value $0.001 per share (the “Ordinary Shares”), at a public offering price of US$4.00 per share, of which 1,000,000 Ordinary Shares are offered by Hong Kong Pharma and 403,685 Ordinary Shares are offered by the selling shareholders of the Company. The Company expects to receive aggregate gross proceeds of US$4 million from the Offering, before deducting underwriting discounts and other related expenses. The Company will not receive any proceeds from any sale of Ordinary Shares by the selling shareholders. In addition, the Company has granted the underwriters a 45-day option (the “Over-Allotment Option”) to purchase up to 150,000 Ordinary Shares to cover over-allotments at the initial public offering price, less underwriting discounts. The Company’s Ordinary Shares are expected to begin trading on January 15, 2025, U.S. Eastern time, on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker symbol “HKPD”. The Offering is expected to close on January 16, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.

The Company expects to receive net proceeds from the Offering of approximately US$2.9 million, or approximately US$3.5 million if the Over-Allotment Option is exercised in full, after deducting underwriting discounts and the estimated offering expenses payable by us. The Company intends to use the net proceeds for the development and upgrade of its supply chain enterprise resource planning systems; to fund the procurement of warehouse equipment to improve efficiency; to fund the expansion of its sales and marketing team to accelerate the growth of its business; and to fund general working capital and for other general corporate purposes.

The Offering is being conducted on a firm commitment basis. Bancroft Capital, LLC is acting as the lead underwriter, with Eddid Securities USA Inc. acting as a co-underwriter for the Offering. Bevilacqua PLLC is acting as U.S. securities counsel to the Company, and Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP is acting as U.S. securities counsel to the lead underwriter in connection with the Offering.

A registration statement on Form F-1 (File No. 333-282876) relating to the Offering, as amended, has been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and was declared effective by the SEC on December 20, 2024. The Offering is being made only by means of a prospectus, copies of which may be obtained, when available, from: Bancroft Capital, LLC, by standard mail to 501 Office Center Drive, Suite 130, Fort Washington, PA 19034, by email at InvestmentBanking@bancroft4vets.com, or by telephone at (+1) 484-546-8000; or Eddid Securities USA Inc., by standard mail to 40 Wall Street, Suite 1606, New York, NY 10005, by email at ecm@eddidusa.com, or by telephone at (+1) 212-363-6888. Copies of the registration statement can be accessed via the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

About Hong Kong Pharma Digital Technology Holdings Limited

Hong Kong Pharma Digital Technology Holdings Limited offers two main categories of services: (i) OTC pharmaceutical cross-border e-commerce supply chain services through its Hong Kong subsidiary, Joint Cross Border Logistics Company Limited (“Joint Cross Border”), and (ii) OTC pharmaceutical cross-border procurement and distribution through its Hong Kong subsidiary, V-Alliance Technology Supplies Limited.

Through its engagement with OTC pharmaceutical suppliers, logistics companies, and merchants on Chinese e-commerce platforms, Joint Cross Border provides a convenient one-stop solution for Mainland Chinese customers seeking access to OTC pharmaceutical products outside Mainland China.

Joint Cross Border’s comprehensive service offerings include pre-consultation, product information review, procuring overseas OTC pharmaceutical products, enlisting products with the Hong Kong Department of Health, obtaining import and export permits, storing products, packaging, and arranging logistics and end-to-end delivery services for customers. For more information, please visit the Company’s website: www.9zt.hk.

Forward-Looking Statements

All forward-looking statements, expressed or implied, in this release are based only on information currently available to us and speak only as of the date on which they are made. Investors can find many (but not all) of these statements by the use of words such as “approximates,” “believes,” “hopes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “projects,” “intends,” “plans,” “will,” “would,” “should,” “could,” “may” or other similar expressions in this release. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, we disclaim any duty to publicly update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks, including, but not limited to, the uncertainties related to market conditions, and other factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of the registration statement for the Offering filed with the SEC. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company’s registration statement and other filings with the SEC. Additional factors are discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov.

For more information, please contact:

Hong Kong Pharma Digital Technology Holdings Limited

Media Contact: pr@9zt.hk, hevintam@anpa.com.hk 

Investor Relations: ir@9zt.hk

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South Korea’s WIRobotics Takes the Spotlight at CES 2025, Plans Global Expansion

YONGIN, South Korea, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — WIRobotics, the company behind the revolutionary wearable mobility solution WIM(We Innovate Mobility), has achieved a major milestone at CES 2025, one of the world’s premier technology trade shows. Featuring more than 4,500 companies from 166 countries showcasing cutting-edge innovations, the event set a new record this year, with WIRobotics emerging as one of its standout success stories.

Visitors are flocking in large numbers, eagerly awaiting the chance to experience WIM by WIRobotics

At CES, held January 7–10 in Las Vegas, WIM, the company’s flagship wearable mobility device, earned the prestigious CES Innovation Award in Robotics for the second consecutive year. This recognition highlights the product’s global appeal and reinforces the company’s leadership in the rapidly growing field of wearable mobility.

We are thrilled by the overwhelmingly warm reception at CES,” said Yeon Baek Lee, Co-CEO of WIRobotics. “We’ve already had discussions with industry leaders like Best Buy, OttoBock, and several major hospitals and rehabilitation centres about global distribution and potential partnerships.”

WIM is a game-changer in the wearable technology sector. Weighing just 1.6 kilograms, the device can be worn by anyone in under 30 seconds. The wearable mobility solution integrates with a dedicated mobile app to analyze walking data, delivering a personalized, AI-driven walking experience. With multiple modes—assistance, exercise, and mountaineering—WIM offers versatile functionality that can cater to a wide range of user needs.

After its launch in Korea in April 2024, WIM quickly gained traction in the local market, selling around 500 units in just eight months. The success in Korea, where consumers are known for their high expectations and discerning tastes, has given WIRobotics the confidence to push forward with its global expansion plans.

The excitement surrounding WIM at CES was undeniable. Even before the official exhibition hours, hundreds of visitors lined up at the WIRobotics booth to experience the wearable mobility device firsthand. Extensive coverage by both domestic and international media outlets further amplified the company’s presence on the global stage.

Lee expressed optimism about the future, noting, “Despite some initial challenges in launching the product, we swiftly implemented improvements based on early customer feedback. That rapid response has driven our success in Korea, and we’re now looking to build on that momentum as we enter the U.S., European, and Japanese markets in 2025.”

As WIRobotics moves forward with its global expansion, the company plans to form strategic partnerships with global distributors and healthcare providers to broaden its reach. The goal is not only to grow the company’s international footprint but to improve the quality of life for individuals through innovative wearable mobility solutions.

With its impressive presence at CES 2025, WIRobotics has cemented its position as a key player in the wearable mobility industry, preparing itself for remarkable growth in the coming years.

About WIRobotic

WIRobotics, short for We Innovate Robotics, is dedicated to improving quality of life through wearable robotics. Following the success of WIBS (We Innovate Back Support), an unpowered back support wearable robot, the company launched WIM in 2024, earning CES Innovation Awards in both the Robotics and Accessibility & Aging Tech categories. WIRobotics continues to lead the charge toward a “one person, one robot” era by combining cutting-edge technology with hands-on consumer engagement.

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TraceLink Wins 2024 Merit Award for Technology in HealthTech Category for Second Consecutive Year

BOSTON, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — TraceLink, the largest end-to-end digital network platform for intelligent orchestration of the supply chain, is proud to announce its recognition as a winner of the 2024 Merit Awards for Technology in the HealthTech category. This marks the second consecutive year that TraceLink has been honored for its innovation and excellence in leveraging technology to transform healthcare.

TraceLink was founded with a mission to revolutionize the healthcare supply chain by leveraging the power of a digital network platform that now links over 291,000 healthcare and life sciences entities worldwide. This year, we took a significant leap forward with OPUS, the Orchestration Platform for Universal Solutions, delivering groundbreaking innovations that redefine how the Life Sciences and Healthcare industry collaborates and adapts to challenges. By enabling seamless data exchange, predictive insights, and intelligent orchestration across the supply chain, OPUS has empowered organizations to mitigate risks, optimize operations, and ensure critical medical products reach patients faster and more reliably. This honor highlights our relentless pursuit of transforming the future of healthcare through innovation and collaboration.

“This recognition underscores the impact of our platform and solutions in addressing critical challenges in healthcare, from supply chain disruptions to patient safety,” said Shabbir Dahod, President and CEO of TraceLink. “Our team remains committed to pioneering innovations that drive resilience, efficiency, and better outcomes across the global healthcare supply chain.”

The Merit Awards, an independent program recognizing excellence across global industries, celebrates the best in current and next-generation innovations and technologies. This year’s winners were lauded for their visionary contributions and commitment to setting new standards of technological excellence.

“Healthcare is a critical part of our lives, whether business or personal,” said Marie Zander, executive director, Merit Awards. “We were thrilled to receive the submissions that spoke to the services, products, innovations, and technologies that are shaping the healthcare marketplace. Congratulations to all of this year’s winners.”

The 2024 Merit Award adds to a growing list of accolades for TraceLink’s role in shaping the future of healthcare technology. For the full list of 2024 Merit Awards for Technology winners, visit Merit Awards Winners.

To learn more about TraceLink’s OPUS platform and suite of end-to-end orchestration capabilities for External Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Commerce, Quality, Clinical, and more, leverage TraceLink’s AI-powered assistant, Amadeus, at https://www.tracelink.com/resources/tracelink-university.

About TraceLink
TraceLink Inc. is the largest end-to-end intelligent supply chain platform for life sciences and healthcare, enabling end-to-end orchestration by connecting more than 291,000 healthcare and life sciences entities through its B2N Integrate-Once™ network. Leading businesses trust TraceLink to deliver complete global connectivity, visibility, and traceability of healthcare products, ensuring that every patient gets the medicines they need when needed, safely and securely.