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DeFi Technologies Inc. Completes Strategic Acquisition of Private Research Firm, Reflexivity Research LLC, Co-Founded by Anthony Pompliano and Will Clemente

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Acquisition Completed: DeFi Technologies Inc. has successfully acquired Reflexivity Research LLC, a private research firm known for its high-quality, crypto-native research and significant client base including major cryptocurrency organizations.

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  • Acquisition Completed: DeFi Technologies Inc. has successfully acquired Reflexivity Research LLC, a private research firm known for its high-quality, crypto-native research and significant client base including major cryptocurrency organizations.
  • Transaction Details: The acquisition involved DeFi Technologies acquiring all issued and outstanding securities of Reflexivity Research for 5 million common shares, subject to a 12-month lock-up schedule.
  • Reflexivity , co-founded by Anthony Pompliano and Will Clemente, offers high-quality crypto-native research designed for traditional finance investors.
  • In connection with the Acquisition, DeFi Technologies acquired all issued and outstanding securities of Reflexivity Research for 5 million common shares of DeFi Technologies (the "Payment Shares").

Kinto Raises $5 Million to Launch First KYC'd Layer 2 Blockchain for Financial Institutions and Decentralized Protocols

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kinto, the first KYC'ed Layer 2 blockchain capable of supporting both financial institutions and decentralized protocols, announced today it has raised $5 million in two funding rounds to power its future as a secure and compliant network for financial apps on Ethereum.

Key Points: 
  • Of the $5 million, $1.5 million came from a pre-seed round led by Kyber Capital Crypto, a SALT family venture fund.
  • Finally, Kinto offers developer incentives that make it the perfect place to launch new applications.
  • "With built-in insurance, KYC, and fraud monitoring, Kinto provides the ideal environment for finance to thrive," said Ramon Recuero, CEO and Co-founder of Kinto.
  • "Traditional finance users and institutions can finally access the wealth of liquidity available in the Ethereum ecosystem in a fully compliant and vetted environment."

The CfC St. Moritz Announces Return To Idyllic Swiss Alps, January 2024

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

ST. MORITZ, Switzerland, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The CfC St. Moritz, a highly curated digital assets and blockchain conference for investors and decision-makers, returns to the Suvretta House, St. Moritz, Switzerland, from the 10th to 12th of January 2024. Set in the breathtaking scenery of the Swiss Alps, the CfC St. Moritz facilitates education, connection and collaboration amongst leading industry players. The Algorand Foundation, the group developing the Algorand blockchain ecosystem, returns as the conference's premier sponsor.

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  • Set in the breathtaking scenery of the Swiss Alps, the CfC St. Moritz facilitates education, connection and collaboration amongst leading industry players.
  • Nicolo Stöhr, CEO of The CfC St. Moritz, said, "The central goal of The CfC St. Moritz is to bring together the brightest minds from both the traditional finance and crypto industries and provide an unrivaled setting for education, connection, and collaboration.
  • As the first major industry conference for the year, the CfC St. Moritz will set the agenda for what is to come in crypto and finance in 2024."
  • We are delighted to return as the premier sponsor for the CfC St. Moritz, furthering the advancement of this uniquely influential event.

The CfC St. Moritz Announces Return To Idyllic Swiss Alps, January 2024

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, October 12, 2023

ST. MORITZ, Switzerland, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The CfC St. Moritz, a highly curated digital assets and blockchain conference for investors and decision-makers, returns to the Suvretta House, St. Moritz, Switzerland, from the 10th to 12th of January 2024. Set in the breathtaking scenery of the Swiss Alps, the CfC St. Moritz facilitates education, connection and collaboration amongst leading industry players. The Algorand Foundation, the group developing the Algorand blockchain ecosystem, returns as the conference's premier sponsor.

Key Points: 
  • Set in the breathtaking scenery of the Swiss Alps, the CfC St. Moritz facilitates education, connection and collaboration amongst leading industry players.
  • Nicolo Stöhr, CEO of The CfC St. Moritz, said, "The central goal of The CfC St. Moritz is to bring together the brightest minds from both the traditional finance and crypto industries and provide an unrivaled setting for education, connection, and collaboration.
  • As the first major industry conference for the year, the CfC St. Moritz will set the agenda for what is to come in crypto and finance in 2024."
  • We are delighted to return as the premier sponsor for the CfC St. Moritz, furthering the advancement of this uniquely influential event.

Diamond Lake Minerals Taps Gaming, Sports & Entertainment Icon Michael J. Malik Sr. as Strategic Advisor

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Mr. Malik brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in the gaming, sporting, and entertainment industry, spanning over five decades.

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  • Mr. Malik brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in the gaming, sporting, and entertainment industry, spanning over five decades.
  • Michael Malik began his career as a consultant and developer in Indian gaming in the 1980s, serving as a partner in North American Gaming (NAG).
  • "We are so very excited to work along Brian J. Esposito and his team at Diamond Lake Minerals.
  • "Michael's profound knowledge and success in navigating highly regulated industries such as gaming and entertainment is a substantial add value to our mission at Diamond Lake Minerals.

Multimedia Update - Anthony Scaramucci Joins Diamond Lake Minerals as Strategic Advisor

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Monday, September 18, 2023

Anthony Scaramucci has a distinguished career, having founded and led SkyBridge, a global alternative investment firm.

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  • Anthony Scaramucci has a distinguished career, having founded and led SkyBridge, a global alternative investment firm.
  • Additionally, he is the founder and chairman of SALT, a globally renowned thought leadership forum and venture studio.
  • In 2022, Scaramucci was recognized as the #47 Influencer in Crypto and Blockchain by Cointelegraph, a testament to his forward-thinking vision.
  • "I cannot begin to explain how important and incredible it is to have Mr. Anthony Scaramucci join our Diamond Lake Minerals Advisory Board.

Anthony Scaramucci Joins Diamond Lake Minerals as Strategic Advisor

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Monday, September 18, 2023

SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- Diamond Lake Minerals, Inc. ( OTC: DLMI ) (the "Company" or "DLMI"), a leading Multi Strategy Operating Company specializing in the development and support of digital assets and SEC-registered security tokens, is delighted to welcome Anthony Scaramucci, the founder and managing partner of SkyBridge, as a Strategic Advisor.

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- Diamond Lake Minerals, Inc. ( OTC: DLMI ) (the "Company" or "DLMI"), a leading Multi Strategy Operating Company specializing in the development and support of digital assets and SEC-registered security tokens, is delighted to welcome Anthony Scaramucci, the founder and managing partner of SkyBridge, as a Strategic Advisor.
  • Anthony Scaramucci has a distinguished career, having founded and led SkyBridge, a global alternative investment firm.
  • In 2022, Scaramucci was recognized as the #47 Influencer in Crypto and Blockchain by Cointelegraph, a testament to his forward-thinking vision.
  • "I cannot begin to explain how important and incredible it is to have Mr. Anthony Scaramucci join our Diamond Lake Minerals Advisory Board.

Korea Blockchain Week 2023, Asia's most impactful blockchain conference

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

Seonik Jeon, CEO of FactBlock, said, “Established in 2018 to rectify information imbalances in blockchain and cryptocurrency, KBW now enters its sixth year.

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  • Seonik Jeon, CEO of FactBlock, said, “Established in 2018 to rectify information imbalances in blockchain and cryptocurrency, KBW now enters its sixth year.
  • As Asia’s most impactful blockchain event, the week-long conference will be a platform where blockchain builders from all over the world discover the future of Web3, and explore its impact on various industries and cultures.
  • Regional Taste – A look at how the unique strengths of markets like Korea, Japan, India and Southeast Asia are helping them embrace blockchain technology.
  • With over a hundred registered side events, attendees can expect a week brimming with engagement and insight.

DigiKey Receives Finance & Commerce Top Projects Award for Product Distribution Center Expansion

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DigiKey , a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, has been awarded the prestigious Top Projects Award from Finance & Commerce for its Product Distribution Center expansion (PDCe).

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  • THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DigiKey , a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, has been awarded the prestigious Top Projects Award from Finance & Commerce for its Product Distribution Center expansion (PDCe).
  • "This award is an important recognition of the talent and teamwork that went into designing, building and operating DigiKey's new Product Distribution Center expansion," said Chris Lauer, vice president, order fulfillment at DigiKey.
  • "Finance & Commerce Top Projects represent the best of the region's build environment honoring the best building and construction projects in Minnesota," said Bill Gaier, publisher of Finance & Commerce.
  • Visit www.finance-commerce.com/top-projects/ for additional information about the Finance & Commerce Top Projects Awards.

SkyBridge Capital and Al Maskari Holding Announce Partnerships with Casper Labs

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

ABU DHABI, UAE, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SkyBridge Capital, a global alternative investment firm, and Al Maskari Holding, the privately owned holding company of the Al Maskari portfolio, today announced strategic, long-term partnerships with Casper Labs, a leading enterprise blockchain software and services provider. Amid Casper's growing footprint in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, SkyBridge Capital and Al Maskari Holding will provide strategic support to Casper Labs, along with the broader Casper community, including business development, investor relations and marketing services. Additionally, the firms are acquiring warrants to become shareholders in Casper Labs.

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  • Amid growing global interest in enterprise blockchain solutions, Anthony Scaramucci-led firm and privately owned holding company of the Al Maskari portfolio partner with Casper Labs, the leading enterprise blockchain firm
    ABU DHABI, UAE, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SkyBridge Capital, a global alternative investment firm, and Al Maskari Holding, the privately owned holding company of the Al Maskari portfolio, today announced strategic, long-term partnerships with Casper Labs, a leading enterprise blockchain software and services provider.
  • Amid Casper's growing footprint in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, SkyBridge Capital and Al Maskari Holding will provide strategic support to Casper Labs, along with the broader Casper community, including business development, investor relations and marketing services.
  • "Casper Labs has demonstrated a commitment to facilitating blockchain adoption within public and private sector organizations," said Nabyl Al Maskari, Executive Chairman of Al Maskari Holding.
  • Al Maskari Holding, SkyBridge Capital and Casper Labs are all participating in Investopia | SALT 2023 , a global investment conference taking place in Abu Dhabi from March 2-3, 2023.