Author: Ashley Slimmerts
NEW YORK, NY – ThriveCart, a leading all-in-one creator commerce, course, and community membership platform used by more than 75,000 businesses worldwide, today announced that it is expanding its built-in sales tax calculation and collection features to merchants on all plans, including ThriveCart Standard. The expansion of ThriveCart’s long-standing tax tools removes a friction point for creators as they scale: the need for separate, subscription-based tax compliance software. ThriveCart’s tax engine automatically calculates the correct rate for each customer’s jurisdiction at checkout, verifies VAT IDs for EU buyers, and applies the reverse charge mechanism where applicable – across the USA,…
MISSOULA, Mont. — GuideTime, a hospitality technology platform designed to help lodging operators monetize guest experiences, is expanding its presence across the hospitality sector by enabling hotels, resorts, RV parks, campgrounds, and glamping destinations to offer curated local experiences directly to their guests. As travelers increasingly seek authentic, destination-driven experiences, hospitality operators are looking beyond traditional accommodations to create memorable stays and unlock new revenue opportunities. GuideTime’s platform allows properties to integrate bookable local experiences into their websites and guest communications without adding operational complexity for onsite teams. Unlike traditional concierge programs, GuideTime manages the entire experience lifecycle, including provider…
The global payments industry processes trillions of dollars of transactions every year, but the infrastructure that supports most of that volume was built for a world that doesn’t exist anymore. The legacy banking rails that rely on centralized institutions, defined operation hours and geography-dependent settlement windows are becoming out of sync with how modern trade actually moves. The debate over what is a substitute, or at least a complement, has been going on for years. Cryptocurrency, long an obscure experiment, is now near the heart of that conversation. The constant obstacle has been merchant adoption. Global crypto ownership has reached…
SINGAPORE – Clinician-led approach focuses on movement, strength and independence as adults age John Abraham, Founder and CEO of Rapid Physiocare and Founder of RAPIDÉ, today introduced a clinician-led recovery framework focused on supporting movement, strength and physical function as adults age. The framework reflects Abraham’s view that healthcare conversations around aging should include not only lifespan, but also mobility, independence and quality of life. Drawing on more than 25 years of clinical experience in musculoskeletal rehabilitation and movement science, Abraham said recovery should be viewed as a structured part of long-term physical care rather than only as rest after…
Dover, Delaware – The Floor 8 is now live, and it’s entering the prop firm market to address several questions traders face when choosing their next prop firm. With more firms now than ever, traders are now battling decision fatigue. Traders still ask the same questions before opening an account. Are the rules clear? Will payouts be straightforward? Can traders trust this firm over the long term? Instead of trying to stand out with bigger promises, the firm focuses on fixing the parts of prop trading that frustrate traders the most. The idea is simple. Give traders clear rules, a fair…
NEW YORK, USA (PinionNewswire) — As part of its international growth strategy and commitment to professional excellence, LINK FOREX has announced a strategic partnership with the New York Institute of Finance (NYIF), one of the world’s most recognized and respected financial education institutions. The collaboration aims to enhance the development of specialized financial talent, strengthen the professional capabilities of its analytical teams, and integrate world-class educational resources into its training framework. Through this partnership, LINK FOREX seeks to further establish a professional development system aligned with global industry standards and best practices. A Century-Old Institution Shaping Financial Professionals Founded in…
NEW YORK, USA – Public companies will present live July 22–23, with investor Q&A sessions and one-on-one meeting opportunities. B2i Digital Inc. announced that it will serve as the official marketing partner for the Precious Metals & Critical Minerals Virtual Investor Conference, scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, and Thursday, July 23, 2026. The two-day online event will feature public companies involved in gold, silver, rare earth elements, copper, phosphate, battery materials, potash, lithium, advanced alloys, critical-materials recycling and royalties. Participating companies are listed on exchanges in the United States, Canada and Australia. Each company will receive 30 minutes for a…
NEW YORK, USA – Worknet announced today the launch of its AI-native platform that deploys a full operating team of six AI agents to build, market, sell, support, and run a business from day one. The platform removes the traditional barrier that has prevented many founders from starting: assembling and paying for a team before validating an idea. Previously, launching a business required paying developers, marketers, salespeople, support staff, operations personnel, and analysts, with costs ranging from $21,000 to $49,000 per month before generating revenue. Worknet replaces all six roles with a single subscription, enabling founders to deploy a fully…
The crypto market presents contrasting narratives today. Buyers and sellers have spent the past week locking Hedera in a tight standoff, keeping the token between $0.065 and $0.070. Meanwhile, Ethereum stands at an important junction where its immediate trajectory relies on whether it can hold the critical $1,820–$1,850 support region. While these established altcoins navigate technical resistance, BlockDAG (BDAG) continues to expand its ecosystem rapidly. The platform’s operations have already surpassed $200M in total wagering volume. Furthermore, its upcoming Exchange launch approaches, physical miners are set to arrive this week, and the team will deliver Vision Keynote 6 on July…
NEW YORK, USA – New partnership gives institutional participants a round-the-clock off-ramp between tokenized fund shares on Lynq and major stablecoins, removing the constraints of U.S. banking hours Lynq, announced a strategic partnership with Nonco, a leading digital asset firm, to provide institutional clients with continuous, 24-hour access to stablecoin liquidity on the Lynq platform. Until now, clients looking to fund Lynq accounts have been limited to U.S. wire transfers, available only during U.S. banking hours. Under the new arrangement, Nonco will act as a dedicated liquidity facility, enabling clients to convert tokenized fund shares (TFND) into leading stablecoins such…
BELGRADE, Serbia — First UFC Event Ever to Be Held in Serbia, Scheduled for August 1, 2026 at Belgrade Arena Meridianbet Leads the B2C Division of Meridian Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: MRDN) Meridian Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: MRDN) (the “Company”) today announced that the Company’s subsidiary Meridianbet has been named Official Partner of UFC Fight Night Serbia, a mixed-martial-arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), scheduled for August 1, 2026 at Belgrade Arena in Belgrade, Serbia. The event will be the first UFC has ever held in Serbia, where Meridianbet will be its exclusive sponsor in the sports-betting category. The…
SEATTLE, WA – As temperatures climb across the Seattle area, many homeowners are discovering that their air conditioner is running but not cooling the home effectively. While a sudden loss of cooling can be concerning during a heat wave, HVAC professionals say many common issues can be identified through a few simple checks before scheduling emergency service. Josh Torgerson, HVAC Service Supervisor at Home Comfort Alliance, has spent more than two decades diagnosing cooling and heating issues in homes throughout Seattle, Everett, Redmond, Bellevue and surrounding communities. “When an air conditioner stops working during a heat wave, people naturally want…
Lagos, Nigeria — Company outlines its approach to structured finance, development finance and capital-market growth across Africa Africa’s economic transformation depends not only on visionary policies but also on financial institutions capable of mobilizing long-term capital for sustainable growth. Among the leaders redefining this landscape is Sonnie Ayere, Group Chief Executive Officer of DLM Capital Group, whose innovative approach to investment banking and development finance is helping reshape Nigeria’s capital markets while expanding access to structured financing across key sectors of the economy. With more than three decades of international banking and investment experience, Ayere has established himself as one…
New York, NY — ThriveCart has earned PCI DSS v4.0.1 Level 1 Service Provider certification following a rigorous five-month independent audit by A-LIGN, passing with flying colors across all requirements. ThriveCart, an all-in-one creator commerce, course, and community platform used by more than 75,000 businesses worldwide, today announced it has achieved PCI DSS v4.0.1 Level 1 Service Provider certification – the highest level of payment security certification in the industry. The certification was awarded following a five-month independent audit conducted by A-LIGN, an accredited Qualified Security Assessor. ThriveCart received a fully compliant result across all 12 assessed requirements. PCI DSS…
Jakarta, Indonesia — Public participation in the film industry is entering a more dynamic new chapter. SHOW Token, an entertainment ecosystem that bridges the gap between traditional cinema, blockchain, community, and artificial intelligence (AI), has introduced a platform that allows the general public to move beyond the role of passive viewer and become part of a cinematic work’s journey from the earliest stages of production. This shift is rooted in the belief that the relationship between audiences and the film industry has traditionally been one-directional, with the public receiving only the finished product and never taking part in the process…
Earning a second income is one of the best ways to achieve financial freedom. And the stock market is an excellent place to find opportunities. Regular investing is an effective strategy. With enough time, you can build a portfolio that generates substantial returns without a huge amount of capital. What can $15 buy? A simple lunch, a cup of specialty coffee, or a short trip. Many people spend this money every day, rarely considering its other uses. Another option is to invest that $15 long-term. While the daily amount is small, consistent investment, combined with the power of compound interest,…
New York, NY (PinionNewswire) — Sequentum Cloud has won the 2026 CODiE Award for Best No-Code/Low-Code Platform in the Developer & AI Technology track, announced on July 15, 2026 (https://codieawards.com/win ners). The win follows two consecutive years as a CODiE Finalist. In 2025, Sequentum Cloud was recognized in the Best Financial & Market Data Solution category. This year’s win in the Developer & AI Technology track reflects the platform’s expanding reach. Sequentum continues to serve financial institutions, government agencies, and global enterprises while growing adoption among developers and technical teams building AI-powered data pipelines across industries. “This is a proud…
New York, USA (PinionNewswire) — SMSFAST, a virtual number service for SMS verification, has reached 1,293,491 users and processed 63,218,130 activations, according to the company’s live platform statistics, which update continuously and are not fixed to a single date. The service operates across more than 190 countries and supports verification for more than 500 online platforms. SMSFAST provides temporary, private phone numbers that receive SMS verification codes without a physical SIM card. Users select a platform and country from the SMSFAST dashboard, purchase a number starting at $0.21, and receive the verification code directly in the account interface. The company…
GERMANTON, NC – New self-paced learning platform offers courses in Secure Agile, AI security, cybersecurity alignment and professional certification pathways Scott IT Academy has launched a new online learning platform designed to help professionals strengthen technology, Agile, cybersecurity and secure application development skills through self-paced training and certification programs. Founded by Elizabeth Scott, a fully qualified Agile instructor with more than 25 years of experience across educational technology, banking, cybersecurity and software development, Scott IT Academy was created to provide accessible and practical training for professionals and organizations navigating a competitive digital workforce. The platform focuses on Secure Agile Development,…
In 2026, the escalating conflict between the US and Iran exacerbated global market pressures due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis, leading to a significant decline in commercial shipping traffic and a rapid rise in international oil prices and shipping costs. Brent crude oil prices briefly reached approximately $87 per barrel, creating new uncertainties for energy supply and global trade. The impact of rising oil prices extends beyond the energy market. Fuel, logistics, air travel, and goods transportation costs will all increase, potentially further impacting food and everyday consumer goods prices, pushing up global inflationary pressures. For ordinary office workers,…
Edinburgh, UK – New industry analysis explores FIFA’s commercial partnership tiers, emerging sponsor categories, estimated investment levels, and the global marketing value of the 2026 tournament SlotsUp has released new research examining the sponsorship ecosystem surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including global partners, tournament sponsors, regional supporters, domestic sponsors, and national-team commercial agreements. The tournament, being held across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, represents one of the world’s most significant marketing opportunities. Companies are using a range of strategies to participate, from official FIFA sponsorship agreements and stadium branding to national-team partnerships and tournament-inspired advertising campaigns. Based on…
LOS ANGELES, CA — Blind Logic Productions announced that Chautauqua-Wawasee and the Syracuse – Wawasee Historical Museum will co-sponsor a special screening of Blind Logic: The Ralph R. Teetor story, at the historic Pickwick Theatre in uptown Syracuse, Indiana, on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Donations from the event will benefit the museum. Blind Logic Productions is proud to partner with Chautauqua-Wawasee and the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum in support of the museum. This screening is part of Chautauqua-Wawasee’s Famous Hoosier Annual Series, which has highlighted notable figures such as Eli Lilly in 2025 and John Wooden in 2024. Chautauqua-Wawasee is dedicated…
For four years, legal online casino play in Alberta meant exactly one website. PlayAlberta, the government-run platform operated through Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis, was what the regulator itself described as “the province’s only legal, regulated iGaming platform.” That distinction ended on July 13, when Alberta opened its online gambling market to licensed private operators and became the second Canadian province, after Ontario in April 2022, to run a fully regulated, open iGaming market. The Monopoly Ends The legal foundation was laid in spring 2025, when the legislature passed Bill 48, the iGaming Alberta Act. The problem the law set…
DUBAI, UAE, 15th July 2026 — GivTrade, a multi-jurisdiction forex and CFD broker, today set out a clear picture of its regulatory structure and shared independently verified customer feedback data, as the company seeks to give prospective clients a transparent view of how its licensing and service quality compare across the industry. Is GivTrade’s regulatory standing complex? No, not all. In the United Arab Emirates, GivTrade Financial Services L.L.C S.O.C holds Capital Market Authority (CMA) Category 5 Licence No. 20200000367, covering regulated promotion, consultation, arranging, advisory and introduction services. This entity does not hold client funds or execute trades. Trading…
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The AI Video Platform Shift Has Arrived: Inkitt Turns a Decade of Proprietary Hit-Prediction Technology Into the World’s First Fully AI-Generated Action, Sci-Fi, and Superhero Slate Generative AI video has reached the same inflection point broadband internet hit in 2009, the moment a technology shift becomes a business model. Inkitt, the AI entertainment company backed by Khosla Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, and NEA, is positioned to be this era’s Netflix, and today it’s proving that with the launch of Inkitt Ironblood, the world’s first AI-native streaming platform built exclusively for Action, Sci-Fi, and Superheroes. Inkitt Ironblood is…