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Brain Scientific Inc. (BRSF) Poised to Contribute to Mental Health Research; Provides Technology to Map Brain Response to Psychedelic Treatment

  • BRSF has partnered with Ehave to conduct research connected to biochemical biomarkers concerning psychedelic drug administration
  • Psychedelic drugs show promise in treating neurological disorders, including chronic pain, depression, and PTSD, but more research is needed
  • BRSF’s E-Tattoo is poised to bring benefits of biomarkers to neurological and psychiatric research; allows monitoring of patient’s brain activity in a non-intrusive way
Brain Scientific (OTCQB: BRSF) has partnered with Ehave, Inc., a provider of digital therapeutics for the psychedelic and mental health sectors, to use data and AI algorithms to statistically correlate biomarkers for the identification of psychedelic drug administration as a treatment for neurological disorders such as chronic pain, depression (major and persistent), PTSD, bipolar disorder, general anxiety, ADHD and schizophrenia. Biomarkers are essential as they can help improve diagnostic accuracy and thus improve patient outcomes. There are currently 250 biochemical markers about a broad range of the body’s organic systems and how they function, but this approach still remains a challenge for psychiatric disorders. The partnership between Brain Scientific and Ehave is intended to change this (https://ibn.fm/eX4AD). Mental health disorders are affecting more and more people worldwide — it has been estimated that 51.5 million adults (20.6%) experienced mental illness in 2019 in the US alone (https://ibn.fm/6C81O). Psychedelic drugs are increasingly becoming part of mainstream psychiatry conversation. A growing body of evidence indicates that they could be effective for treating a range of mental illnesses, especially when coupled with talking therapy (https://ibn.fm/BW9pa). This breakthrough could potentially have profound implications for a space that has seen few pharmacological advancements over recent decades regarding the treatment of mental disorders affecting millions of people around the world, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, and more. Still, experts caution that more research is needed. This is where the partnership between Brain Scientific and Ehave can potentially make a difference. The two companies signed the MoU defining a collaboration framework that will allow them to exploit graph-based AI and linked data protocols to develop neural net algorithms. As an initial use case, the neural net algorithm would be used to upload an already trained neuronet into a specialized chip, a temporary E-Tattoo, developed by Brain Scientific. Brain Scientific would also contribute to the collaboration by providing its proprietary data signal acquisition technology, NeuroCap, and NeuroEEG. These devices, designed to collect and read brain activity, would be linked to the Ehave platform. Brain Scientific will also provide the training and support needed to operate the installed equipment, the required software, and hardware and will develop and validate products within three months of receiving any specifications from Ehave. As part of the MoU, Ehave’s role would be to acquire real-time patients data from Brain Scientific’s NeuroCap and NeuroEEG and transfer it into a cloud. Both Ehave and Brain Scientific will jointly own the data from this collaboration. In addition, Ehave could seek to leverage its network of partner healthcare providers, including psychiatrists, psychologists, psychotherapists, and general practitioners, to use NeuroCap and NeuroEEG in clinical settings and collect the data about the electrophysiological changes in brain pre, mid and post-psychedelic drug administration. The collaboration could lead to building or partnering with functional labs where NeuroCap and NeuroEEG devices could be deployed to conduct market studies on consumer behavior and psychology and collect data on various brain-related physiological and mental disorders. These labs are likely to start in Australia and could be rolled out in other parts of the world where Ehave has its footprint. With E-Tattoo, an EEG device about the size of a stamp, Brain Scientific allows continuous measurement of patients’ brain activity in a non-intrusive way and with minimal distraction from everyday life. Brain Scientific believes that the future of EEG testing will be based on non-invasive measures of the brain via 3D temporary imprint or implanted graphene electrodes. Graphene, often called the wonder material of the 21st century, could potentially allow the development of smaller electrodes — even thinner than a human hair. The two companies are poised to leverage their unique expertise and work together to make a big step forward in neurological and psychiatric research by utilizing graph-based AI and linked data protocols to help develop biomarkers for psychiatric disorders. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.BrainScientific.com/Invest-Now. NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to BRSF are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/BRSF

StorEn Technologies Inc. Exclusive Opportunity in Growing Battery Market Highlights Reg A Offering Potential

  • StorEn boasts four patents, five trademarks, successful fundraising track record
  • Company has evolved idea, performance of vanadium batteries
  • Exclusive technology delivers higher performance at lower cost, providing more efficient, safe, environmentally friendly and cost-effective energy storage
Dedicated to bringing battery storage into the 21st century, StorEn Technologies is building a reputation for leading the way forward in the development of evolutionary vanadium flow batteries. The battery pioneer is currently in the middle of a Reg A offering, creating a unique opportunity for investors interested in the future of battery storage. The company has already proven its appeal. StorEn has raised $1.7 million and gained the support of more than 2,400 investors on StartEngine along with venture capital from ANYSEED fund (https://ibn.fm/Z80lB). StorEn also has four patents extended internationally in the PCT national phase, protecting is innovative IP in regions and countries in the world. In addition, the company has secured its first order and delivered its first battery, with additional units in production. Incubated at the Clean Energy Business Incubator Program (“CEBIP”) at Stony Brook University in New York, StorEn has evolved the idea and performance of vanadium batteries, producing proprietary vanadium flow batteries designed to revolutionize the world of residential and industrial energy storage. The company’s exclusive technology delivers higher performance at lower cost, providing more efficient, safe, environmentally friendly and cost-effective energy storage. Citing a case study comparing a StorEn vanadium flow battery with lithium batteries, StorEn came out the clear winner. StorEn’s battery life is 25 years, or 15,000 Equivalent Full Cycles, or EFCs (at 100% discharge), compared to lithium batteries (e.g., Tesla’s Powerwall is warranted for 10 years at 70% capacity). StorEn delivers 20 or 30kWh to Tesla’s 13.5kWh levels. StorEn’s product is 100% recyclable with a 100% reusable electrolyte, while the recycling of lithium batteries is complicated and expensive. The strategy behind StorEn’s success is simple. The company started with what vanadium batteries are already known for — durability and sturdiness — and ran from there. Extensive testing and R&D resulted in innovative tech that the company has protected with four international PCT patents and five trademarks. So far StorEn is just starting on its journey to enhance and improve the world of batteries. In part, StorEn’s technology has enhanced the electrical efficiency of the stack and energy density of the electrolyte and module, ultimately reducing costs and improving performance. The company produces products with a battery life of 25 years and more than 15K cycles. That company takes pride in offering batteries that meet consumers demand for efficient, durable and cost-effective energy storage, enabling self-consumption of self-produced electricity and the transition toward a carbon-free economy. StorEn’s RegA offering has four different investment tiers; each tier offers a different discount and reward. With a proprietary product that answers the call for long-lasting, 100% recyclable, safe and affordable energy storage, StorEn and its disruptive, patent-pending, all-vanadium flow battery technology for energy storage holds real promise in a growing market. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.StorEn.tech. NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to StorEn Technologies are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/StorEn

Knightscope, Inc. Autonomous Security Robots Changing How First-Responders and Security Personnel Handle Stress

  • Knightscope’s ASRs offer 24/7/365 security coverage
  • The K1 ASR can incorporate temperature detection, which has become a vital role in everyday life (in schools, malls, etc.)
  • A.I. and other Knightscope products may be able to help alleviate some of the stress that security guards and first responders face almost daily – ASRs do it without getting tired
  • Artificial intelligence in the security market was valued at $5.08 billion in 2020 and is estimated to grow to $14.18 billion by 2026
One of the most disruptive technological innovations of the last century, artificial intelligence (“AI”) is being adopted at a rapid pace and even becoming an essential component in many industries, including public safety. The adoption of technology such as this does not come without challenges, however. The “black-box” problem is one of the most often challenged. The “black-box” problem occurs when human operators overseeing a system do not fully understand the algorithms recommended for a particular action. It is unclear if these result from the AI’s software detecting patterns that humans do not detect or if the AI made a mistake during calculation. Nevertheless, this is a data and training issue which is being improved significantly on a daily basis. Challenges aside, there are still many different benefits that come from using AI for public safety purposes. Knightscope is a developer of Autonomous Security Robots (“ASRs”) that offer 24/7/365 security to the places where people work, live, visit, and study. The company’s current ASR offering includes K1, K3, K5, all featuring the Knightscope Security Operations Center (“KSOC”). The K1 is an award-winning, multi-purpose security robot that is stationary and can be used for indoor and outdoor use. This unit, in particular, can be used for detecting elevated body temperature, facial recognition, physical deterrence, and more. The K3 is a fully autonomous security robot that is rated for indoor use. K3 reaches a maximum speed of three miles per hour and can run autonomously without any human interference. K3 is great for autonomous detection, robust communication, remote monitoring, and more. The K5 is an impressive model. This robot is fully autonomous and can be used indoors and outdoors, although the primary use is outdoors. It features a maximum speed of three miles per hour. It has already been utilized in the field for over 1 million hours, including a third winter. KSOC provides ASR owners the ability to access their robots anytime, anyplace, and on any device. With over 240 million detections delivered, incidents can be investigated with time, location, and detection filters. Monitoring can now be done with increased precision. Security personnel are notorious for working 12-hour shifts. During these shifts, they may be exposed to traumatic scenes, which may impact their overall health. There is a prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (“PTSD”) and other mental health problems that can come from the job. The implementation of ASRs can help mitigate some circumstances involving accidents, crime scenes, and more. Knightscope’s mission is to help make the safety and security industries a more prominent part of the public’s eye. AI working among security guards is specifically targeted to help reduce stress and make every second count. With its innovative offering and dedication to enhancing public safety nationwide, the company is uniquely positioned to leverage multiple growth opportunities in the expanding security AI market. Artificial intelligence in the security market was valued at $5.08 billion in 2020. By 2026, reports indicate that this number could increase to $14.18 billion, growing at a CAGR of 18.64% (https://ibn.fm/T0gde). The United States National Defense Strategy (in January 2018) named artificial intelligence a key technology that would ensure that the United States is able to fight and win the wars of the future. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.Knightscope.com and if you have a need for subscription service you may request a private demonstration of the technology at www.Knightscope.com/demo. NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to Knightscope are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/Knight

FuelPositive Corp. (TSX.V: NHHH) (OTC: NHHHF) Is ‘One to Watch’

  • FuelPositive Corp. is a growth stage company focused on manufacturing, licensing, partnership and acquisition opportunities relating to energy-efficient technologies
  • The company’s flagship project aims to provide carbon-free ammonia (“NH3”) for use across multiple industries
  • FuelPositive’s carbon-free ammonia technology solves real problems facing the industry today, including storage and distribution limitations
  • The global ammonia market is forecast to reach $81.42 billion by 2025, expanding at a CAGR of 5.59% from 2017
  • The FuelPositive management team is comprised of individuals with entrepreneurial, finance and energy solution backgrounds
FuelPositive (TSX.V: NHHH) (OTC: NHHHF) is a growth stage company focused on licensing, partnership and acquisition opportunities building upon various technological achievements. The company is committed to providing commercially viable and sustainable clean energy solutions, including carbon-free ammonia (“NH3”), for use across a broad spectrum of industries and applications. FuelPositive is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Hydrogen Economy Problems and FuelPositive’s Carbon-Free Technology The hydrogen economy is currently facing many challenges. Traditional NH3 manufacturing exists on a massive scale, but centralized facilities result in some of the world’s most concentrated CO2 emissions. In total, an estimated 200 million metric tonnes of NH3 are consumed each year, with greater than 80% utilized by the agricultural sector. NH3 is also being positioned as a viable alternative to fossil fuels. FuelPositive’s flagship carbon-free ammonia technology provides an innovative solution to these environmental concerns. Developed by Dr. Ibrahim Dincer and his team, the company’s platform allows for the in-situ production of NH3 in an entirely sustainable manner, using only water, air and sustainable electricity. The production of hydrogen is energy intensive, but it is just one variable hindering the growth of the hydrogen economy. Other hurdles include:
  • Storage – The storage of hydrogen by compression or liquification are both cost prohibitive and unsustainable
  • Distribution – The distribution network for effective hydrogen deployment has yet to be developed, as the extreme high-pressure distribution requirements to transport hydrogen would result in enormous infrastructure costs
  • End Use – R&D on the transportation-related end use applications for hydrogen is in its infancy, but almost any vehicle on the road today can be easily converted to run on NH3 at a considerably lower cost per mile traveled when compared to traditional fossil fuels
A key benefit of FuelPositive’s patent-pending, first-of-its-kind carbon-free NH3 technology is its flexibility. The process allows for small, medium or large-scale production of NH3 on location, minimizing or even eliminating the challenges and volatility associated with storage and transportation to end use. As such, with an appropriately sized FuelPositive system and access to renewable energy, the end use applications for the company’s platform are nearly infinite. Manufacturing Partnership On May 19, 2021, FuelPositive announced its selection of National Compressed Air Canada Ltd. (“NCA”) to undertake manufacturing of the company’s Phase 2 hydrogen-ammonia synthesizer commercial prototype systems for carbon-free ammonia production. In a news release detailing the partnership, FuelPositive CEO Ian Clifford noted, “This critical milestone for FuelPositive will confirm the broad application potential for our technology and is the backbone of our Carbon-Free Hydrogen-NH3 offering. Partnering with the knowledgeable and experienced team at NCA on this commercialization project will bring our development-stage program to life.” Global Ammonia Market Outlook The global ammonia market was valued at $52.71 billion in 2017 and is forecast to reach $81.42 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 5.59%, according to data from Fior Markets (https://ibn.fm/1OfOB). The agricultural industry consumes more than 80% of global NH3. Smaller percentages can be attributed to the waste, water treatment, refrigerants, antiseptic, textile, mining and pharmaceutical industries. One of the most polluting industries on the planet consists of conventional agribusinesses. These polluters are responsible for more greenhouse emissions per year than transportation. This is where FuelPositive’s technology is expected to be extremely beneficial. Management Team Ian Clifford is Director, CEO and Founder of FuelPositive Corp. He has over 25 years of experience in the fields of technology and marketing and has successfully led the company to global brand recognition through its unique energy solutions. Since 2006, Mr. Clifford has raised over $50 million in equity financing for FuelPositive. He also co-founded digIT Interactive, a full-service internet marketing company serving Fortune 500 clients, which he sold at the peak of the market in 2000. Greg Gooch serves as a Director and President of FuelPositive. His multifaceted career in the electronics and finance industries has positioned him as a key advisor and funding partner to start-ups and new technology companies for over 40 years. Mr. Gooch has been involved with FuelPositive since its early days and has remained a significant supporter and consultant to the company over the years. He has a bachelor’s from McGill University and an MBA from the University of Western Ontario. Dr. Ibrahim Dincer is a scientific advisor to FuelPositive and is recognized as a pioneer and international leader in the area of sustainable energy technologies. Along with his team, Dr. Dincer invented the modular carbon-free ammonia (“NH3”) production technology that FuelPositive is commercializing. His area of specialty covers various topics including ammonia, hydrogen energy and fuel cells; renewable energy systems; energy storage systems and applications; carbon capturing technologies and integrated and hybrid energy systems He is currently managing an exemplary team of researchers in this commercialization project. Marek Warunkiewicz is the company’s Communications & Branding Specialist. He brings more than 40 years of entrepreneurial expertise to the FuelPositive team, having held marketing, branding, advertising, project management and graphic design positions with various companies. Mr. Warunkiewicz has successfully created business-to-business marketing and advertising campaigns for a diverse group of clients ranging from high-tech to agriculture. He co-founded digIT Interactive and ZENN Motor Company alongside Ian Clifford. Luna Clifford is the Director of Communications for FuelPositive. She has over 10 years of experience as a business owner and advisor, helping build and operate several successful start-up enterprises while managing complex stakeholder relationships. Ms. Clifford excels in strategic planning and team building, and she has completed extensive studies in the fields of communications and health care. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.FuelPositive.com. NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to NHHHF are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/NHHHF

Tryp Therapeutics Inc. (CSE: TRYP) (OTCQB: TRYPF) Presentation to Provide Overview of Psychedelic Drug Candidate Program at Ladenburg Thalmann Healthcare Conference

  • Tryp Therapeutics is a development-stage pharmaceutical company dedicated to finding novel bioscience solutions for conditions with unmet needs
  • The company’s executive team will present an overview of its Psilocybin-For-Neuropsychiatric Disorders (“PFN”) program, in response to conditions such as fibromyalgia, at next month’s Ladenburg Thalmann Healthcare Conference
  • Tryp’s synthetic psychedelic drug candidate will be further developed in an upcoming phase 2a clinical study in partnership with pediatric eating disorders expert Jennifer Miller, M.D. at the University of Florida
  • The trial will focus on Tryp’s flagship candidate, TRP-8802, in treating binge eating and hypothalamic obesity
  • The company expects to begin manufacturing its initial oral psilocybin formulation in September
Bio-pharmaceutical company Tryp Therapeutics (CSE: TRYP) (OTCQB: TRYPF) will present an overview of Tryp’s efforts to develop a novel psychedelic drug candidate for treating fibromyalgia and other neuropsychiatric-based disorders at the annual Ladenburg Thalmann Healthcare Conference next month. Ladenburg Thalmann & Co. Inc. is an experienced provider of investment banking and capital markets products and services. The Ladenburg Thalmann Healthcare Conference is a well-respected event for investors who are specifically focused on healthcare and life sciences companies, and will be held virtually on July 13 and 14, with Tryp’s presentation taking place July 13 at 3 p.m. EDT (https://ibn.fm/DoQiB). In 2021, fibromyalgia remains an elusive medical condition difficult to verify and treat 45 years after it was first used as a term to describe century-old observations of patients’ complaints of chronic widespread pain and fatigue. The first clinical, controlled study of fibromyalgia symptoms was only published as recently as 1981 and trials for the first proposed medications to treat it were subsequently announced in 1986. At present, all forms of diagnosis involve first ruling out other potential causes and verifying that a set number of symptoms exist, and the challenge of treating it results in a range of recommendations from “getting enough sleep and exercise” to using opioid pain drugs (https://ibn.fm/torBa). Efforts to diagnose fibromyalgia and consequently treat it may be improved thanks to numerous ongoing efforts to develop a blood test that will recognize its presence. In May, researchers at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center claimed to have developed the first potentially successful blood test for diagnosing fibromyalgia, according to media reports (https://ibn.fm/seWin). Tryp is developing its lead drug candidate, TRP-8802, as a potentially novel drug class solution for treating certain neuropsychiatric-based disorders such as fibromyalgia, utilizing psychedelic substances tested under its Psilocybin-For-Neuropsychiatric Disorders (“PFN”) program. Tryp’s mission is to use its novel solutions, including the PFN program, to develop compounds for treating diseases with high unmet medical needs. The company is also in the process of launching a Phase 2a clinical study using its TRP-8802 synthetic psilocybin Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (“API”) to test for treatment of binge eating and hypothalamic obesity in partnership with pediatric eating disorders expert Jennifer Miller, M.D. and her team at the University of Florida. Tryp expects to manufacture its initial batch of orally available cGMP psilocybin API in September, which will then be analyzed for quality consistency to establish the final formulation of the oral psilocybin product. The company’s executive team will discuss the company’s business and its pipeline at the Ladenburg Thalmann Healthcare Conference and then participate in a brief analyst-led discussion. Registration for the virtual event can be completed online at https://ibn.fm/ipCw6 For more information, visit the company’s website at www.TrypTherapeutics.com. NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to TRYPF are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/TRYPF

Golden Triangle Ventures Inc. (GTVH) Finalizes Acquisition of Industrial Hemp, CBD Industry Leader

  • GTVH completes acquisition of long-time partner Sonder Fulfillment LLC
  • CEO believes acquisition will lead to “one of the most powerful and greatest end-consumer CBD product manufacturers in the entire world”
  • With added resources, Sonder Fulfillment can increase marketing efforts, create new distribution channels and vastly expand international footprint
Golden Triangle Ventures (OTC: GTVH), a multifaceted consulting company pursuing ventures in the health, entertainment and technology industries, has completed the acquisition of Sonder Fulfillment LLC (https://ibn.fm/uSlLM). GTVH focuses on purchasing, acquiring or entering joint ventures with high-quality companies that, with GTVH’s support and resources, can develop into unique opportunities, and Sonder Fulfillment is a perfect example of that strategy put into action. “The team at Sonder Fulfillment have been partners of ours for a long time, and we have all been working together for years on many different projects,” said Golden Triangle Ventures CEO Steffan Dalsgaard. “Completing this acquisition brings one of the most amazing teams I have ever had the pleasure to work with formally into our family. I am honored to help the company achieve many of their goals and collectively work towards developing Sonder Fulfillment into a business that I truly believe will become one of the most powerful and greatest end-consumer CBD product manufacturers in the entire world.” Sonder Fulfillment is a leader in the industrial hemp and CBD industry, and is committed to developing some of the most powerful and efficacious cannabinoid products in the world. The company is led by experts who have been involved in creating and offering some of the best-known products in the natural medicine space. In addition, Sonder Fulfillment’s team of research PhDs, formulary scientists and flavor-compounding specialists have formulated an array of advanced cannabinoid-based nutritional and homeopathic products. “The partnership with Golden Triangles Ventures will allow us to further capitalize on the reputation we have accrued for producing the highest-quality products possible in the industrial hemp space,” said Sonder Fulfillment co-founder Nathan Puente. “This reputation and proven track record have allowed us to develop product portfolios for brands that are on shelves across the nation in stores such as Ulta, CVS, Walgreens and Kroger.” Puente is recognized for building and maintaining synergistic relationships with numerous entities throughout the hemp industry, including farms, extraction labs, product formulation labs and co-packaging companies. These key relationships have allowed Sonder Fulfillment to establish a consistent supply chain and provide its clients with stability, efficiency and quality, while also offering the lowest price possible. In fact, Puente developed the first precommodity fund to assist the United States in commercializing hemp and played a crucial role in pioneering large-scale agriculture of industrial hemp in many states across the country. Puente and the groups he is working with have immense experience, growing thousands of acres of hemp a year; 2020 was the best year yet, with the hemp harvest reaching 20,000 acres, all grown for use in the medicinal extraction space. Sonder Fulfillment and this high-quality, industrial-grade hemp have contributed to the production of more than 350 different holistic products. “I couldn’t be more thrilled for this partnership,” said Sonder Fulfillment CEO Joshua Weaver. “Golden Triangle Ventures will provide Sonder Fulfillment the additional resources it needs to increase marketing efforts, create new distribution channels and vastly expand our international footprint. I have no doubt in mind that our new partnership with GTV will lead to great success and allow us to reach heights that were unattainable prior.” For more information, visit the company’s website at www.GoldenTriangleInc.com. NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to GTVH are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/GTVH

Splash Beverage Group Inc. (SBEV) Wine Line Ideally Positioned as Wine World Moves Forward after COVID-19

  • Post-pandemic wine space may benefit from trends sparked by lockdown policies
  • Lockdowns, working from home increased wine drinking, reports Beverage Daily
  • Splash Beverage could see trends strengthen its position as leading producer of premium wine by the glass in the United States
Prior to COVID-19, the wine industry had seen a downturn for five straight years, but quarantine and lockdown restrictions increased wine drinking around the world and reinvigorated the market (https://ibn.fm/Yy3Qk), a trend that Splash Beverage Group (OTCQB: SBEV), a holding company of leading portfolio of beverage brands, hopes will continue as the global pandemic lockdown policies ease. “COVID has changed almost every part of our lives,” a recent Beverage Daily article observed. “And wine habits are absolutely part of this change. As a nation, lockdowns and working from home increase our wine drinking, with significant increased volumes through the off-trade making up for the loss of on-trade business. We’re also spending more per bottle than before COVID.” The article, titled “The Future of Wine Post-COVID: Five Trends to Watch,” outlined several key changes in the wine space that are worth watching as the world returns to normal, including online buying and discovering more wine varieties. “Buying wine online was on the rise before COVID, but like many other industries, ecommerce wine sales saw a huge boost last year,” the article noted. “At one stage, Virgin Wines stopped taking orders due to over demand. And Naked Wines saw an 80% jump in sales in the first two months of lockdown last year, with sales by new customers in 2020 more than tripling. As new online wine buyers may have discovered, it’s not just about the convenience of having delivered straight to your door, the ability to allow consumers to compare, review, and discover in their own environment makes wine particularly well suited to ecommerce.” The article also noted that under lockdown regulations, people spent more time at home preparing meals, enjoying an evening drink and discovering new wines that were ideally suited for different occasions. “By being home constantly rather than drinking or eating out, more people learned that having a variety of wine styles available to them at home gives them flexibility and choice for different occasions,” the article stated. “This doesn’t feel like something that will be easily forgotten.” Splash Beverage, the exclusive producer of Copa Di Vino, could see these trends strengthen its position as the leading producer of premium wine by the glass in the United States. Founder James Martin discovered the concept of premium wine by the glass on a bullet train adventure through the south of France. He brought the technology home to his native Oregon where his passion for wine led to Copa Di Vino, a ready-to-drink wine glass that could go anywhere without the need for a bottle, corkscrew or glass. “Wine is no longer trapped in the bottle,” proclaims the company’s slogan. Specializing in manufacturing, distributing, sales and marketing of various beverages across multiple channels, Splash operates in both the alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverage segments, allowing it to leverage efficiencies and dilute risk. The company’s business strategy is to quickly develop and accelerate pre-existing brands to exit for cash events. The company’s management team has invaluable expertise and insight, and the company strives to identify brands it perceives to have highly visible preexisting brand awareness or pure category innovation. Specifically, the company look for brands and products that are on trend and deliver natural quality, health benefits, freshness and refreshment within their beverages. The company looks to maintain highest performance standards and focus on execution as it works with distributors and retail partners to achieve and exceed all goals. In addition, the company offers support for members of the U.S. armed forces, first responders and health-care professionals. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.SplashBeverageGroup.com. NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to SBEV are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/SBEV

Nextech AR Solutions Corp. (CSE: NTAR) (OTCQB: NEXCF) Awarded Government Funding For Augmented Reality EdTech Push; Achieves Microsoft Co-sell Ready Status

  • The Ontario government, through its Virtual Learning Strategy, awarded Nextech and its partner, Ryerson University, up to $150,000 in recognition for their efforts in creating and delivering AR learning experiences through an EdTechX-powered platform
  • Nextech recently announced that EdTechX has achieved Microsoft Co-sell Ready status that will expose this solution to Microsoft sales teams
  • With the status, Nextech and Microsoft sales teams will work together to identify and share customer opportunities in which its EdTechX solution might be a good fit
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly affected pedagogy in countries all over the world, and Ontario’s postsecondary education sector was no exception. Here, institutions rapidly moved to remote learning and, in close consultations with the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities (“MCU”), expressed the need for virtual learning supports to enable access to high-quality education. These consultations bore the Virtual Learning Strategy (“VLS”), a historic $50 million investment by the MCU (https://ibn.fm/EKCzs). Intended to drive growth and development of virtual learning as well as expand the potential of life-long and traditional education through the use of both online and hybrid learning, the VLS has a new deserving beneficiary. Recently, Toronto-based Nextech AR Solutions (CSE: NTAR) (OTCQB: NEXCF) announced that it had jointly received up to $150,000 alongside Ryerson University from VLS’ eCampusOntario – an amount awarded in recognition for the partners’ efforts in creating and delivering AR learning experiences within the postsecondary education sector (https://ibn.fm/1kK2h). “With the help of the Ontario Government – who shares our vision of augmented reality, immersive learning – we are delivering on our goal to transform higher education,” said Nextech CEO Evan Gappelberg. “Innovation in the delivery of education solutions is critical and allows for added resiliency and student access in a post-COVID-19 world. We are grateful for the continued partnership with Ryerson and thrilled to play a part in this important government initiative for the benefit of multiple stakeholders, not least of whom are educators and students who are seeking and actively using technologies.” In July 2020, Ryerson University, in partnership with Nextech, announced the Ryerson Augmented Learning Experience (“RALE”) platform. RALE enabled students and their instructors to take all courses and workshops online, create lab experiences featuring live demos that rely on augmented reality (“AR”) and holograms, undertake assessments, manage course content, and promote interactivity through live Q&A sessions. It further supported virtual campus tours and fairs, as well as convocations. With the roll-out of RALE 2.0, powered by the recently launched EdTechX platform, the possibilities are enhanced even further. It now supports enterprise-scale video streaming, real-time data analytics, AR holograms, and integrated assessments (https://ibn.fm/PnO9h). Built on Microsoft Azure – a secure, reliable cloud-computing service – EdTechX offers unmatched security, reliability, and scalability, as well as additional advantages thanks to the Azure partnership. For example, it is now available on Azure Marketplace, a premier destination for any entity seeking to fulfill its software needs, and is discoverable to millions of customers in different regions across the world. Additionally, Nextech announced EdTechX has achieved the highly coveted Co-sell Ready status, exposing it to Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) sales teams through a collaboration that facilitates the active fulfillment of customer needs (https://ibn.fm/ftiPN). With the status, Nextech and Microsoft sales teams will work together to identify and share customer opportunities in which its EdTechX solution might be a good fit. Hence, as a popular service already being used by more than 700 higher education institutions in various countries (https://ibn.fm/pLbSV), Microsoft Azure could offer Nextech a gateway to these existing customers. “This exciting milestone gives our EdTechX solution significant scaling opportunities as we gain access to Microsoft’s enterprise sales teams and global education customers,” commended Evan. “This highly coveted ‘Co-sell ready’ status will enable us to collaborate with Microsoft on promoting EdTechX as a leading suite of enhanced augmented reality education solutions powered by Azure technology.” Hailing AR and education as a perfect marriage, Evan went on to explain that this combination is bound to play a vital role in learning environments globally, especially given that AR solutions have continued gaining traction in multiple industries. Even more assuredly, the Ontario government’s award attests to the veracity of Evan’s comments. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.NextechAR.com. NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to NEXCF are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/NEXCF

DSG Global Inc. (DSGT) Is ‘One to Watch’

  • The DSG Global management team has more than a century of combined experience in all aspects of the North American automotive industry, as well as more than 50 years in the design and manufacture of wireless, GPS and fleet tracking solutions
  • DSG Global subsidiary VTS finalized nearly $1 million in contracts to install and maintain VTS Fleet Management products in Q2 2021 at 15 golf courses in the U.S. and Singapore
  • IMC is introducing the Terra-E Truck, Electric powered RVs, Skywell Buses, Rumble/Rover E-bikes, Skywell D-11 cargo and passenger vans and the Skywell K-15 box truck, increasing the company’s product line to 26 EV models
  • IMC is expected to begin delivering EVs to the North American market in Q3 2021
  • DSG Global opened and took delivery of vehicle stock for IMC’s Experience Center in Fairfield, California, and established its first North American manufacturing and R&D facility in Palmdale, California
DSG Global (OTCQB: DSGT) is an emerging global technology company with interconnecting businesses in fast growing market sectors. With roots in the golf industry, the company specializes in golf fleet management and is moving quickly into road-ready electric vehicles for delivery in the third quarter of 2021. In 2019, the company secured exclusive North America distribution rights for Jonway Automobile Co. road-ready electric vehicles (“EVs”). Jonway, based in Zhejiang, China, began manufacturing new vehicles s in 2003 and today produces Electric powered Cars, Trucks, Vans, SUV’s, and Scooters. Jonway vehicles are exported to more than 80 countries and are built to comply with U.S. safety and environmental standards. These vehicles are being sold via DSG’s wholly owned subsidiary, Imperium Motor Company (“IMC”). The move into consumer vehicles capitalizes on the company’s strength in the selection and distribution of EVs, the ability to work with large manufacturers and in application of proprietary technology unique to DSG. DSG’s advanced fleet tracking can be integrated into Jonway EVs to offer a customized scalable and integrated solution to meet the needs of small businesses and large enterprises. The Future is Electric With decades of EV experience in golf, including distribution of highly advanced carts, DSG recognized the huge chasm between consumer interest in acquiring road ready EVs versus current EV models’ lack of availability and affordability. As such, the company focused on becoming a distribution and EV brand management company unencumbered by the manufacturing process. The manufacturers take responsibility for building vehicles to DSG’s specifications and fulfillment of regulatory and licensing requirements. DSG has also established a distribution agreement with Skywell New Energy Automobile Group Ltd., an Asian-based EV manufacturer. Skywell will supply DSG with SUV’s, Passenger Vans, Cargo Vans, Commercial Vehicles and Buses that will be fully certified for use in the United States. Brands Imperium Motor Company (“IMC”) seeks to transform the way the world drives by making greener transportation available to everyone. IMC is an EV sales and marketing company that distributes directly to consumers and through third party distributors, offering a wide variety of affordable vehicles equipped for the North American market. The company’s emphasis is on great design, a green mindset, performance and functionality. Its vehicles include 26 models of high-speed, mid-speed and low-speed electric vehicles including cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, buses and scooters. Vantage Tag Systems (“VTS”) is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of fleet management solutions for the golf industry. VTS has developed the TAG suite of products that represents the industry’s first completely modular fleet management solution. The company’s patented analytics, mobile touch screen GPS units and electric golf carts are sold around the world through a network of established distributors and partnerships with notable brands in fleet and equipment manufacture. VTS solutions also have applications in managing commercial, agricultural, military and government fleets. VTS is a wholly owned subsidiary of DSG Global. Market Outlook The global EV market was valued at $273 billion in 2017, according to Fortune Business Insights, and is projected to exceed $987 billion by 2027, with a projected CAGR of 17.4 percent. The relative high manufacturing costs of EVs compared to gasoline-powered vehicles and the resulting higher sticker price to consumers are major obstacles to near term market adoption. The global e-bike market is estimated to grow to $70 billion by 2027 from its current valuation of $41.1 billion. An estimated 130 million e-bikes are expected to be sold globally over the next two years. The U.S. imported approximately 600,000 e-bikes in 2020, according to the Light Electric Vehicle Association, and its analysts expect that number will grow substantially in 2021. Management Team Robert “Bob” Silzer is the CEO of DSG Global. He is a serial entrepreneur who turns technology ideas in high growth industries into profitable businesses. With roots in the golf industry, he founded Vantage Tag Systems in 2008. Vantage Tag Systems is now a DSG subsidiary specializing in GPS-enabled fleet management. Zahir Loaiza is the interim CFO of DSG Global. She assumed the role in March 2021, after having previously served as the company’s Corporate Controller. Her diverse international experience includes working at a publicly traded mining company, several law firms and more in the U.S., Canada and South America. Prior to pursuing a career in corporate finance, she was the owner of two retail entities. Rick Curtis is the president and COO of Imperium Motor Company, the automotive subsidiary of DSG Global. His 40-year background in the automotive industry includes manufacturing, vehicle distribution, parts distribution, service management, dealer development and executive management of dealer groups. Prior to joining Imperium, Mr. Curtis served as president of Mullen Technologies and grew the company into a world class provider of electric vehicles, battery technology and energy storage systems. William “Bill” Rex is president of Imperium Motor’s EV Bus and Motor Home Division. He has more than 40 years’ experience at suppliers of buses/electric buses, motor homes, trucks, specialty vehicles and batteries. He is the founder of Rexhall Industries Inc., formerly a publicly traded manufacturer of RVs and distributor of buses and coaches. He previously served as president of THOR West, a subsidiary of THOR Industries that manufactures shuttle buses, and as president of BYD Coach and Bus. Patrick J. Parenti is the SVP Global Sales at DSG subsidiary Vantage Tag Systems. He has nearly 30 years of experience in golf and golf course management. Prior to joining DSG in 2012, Mr. Parenti served for 10 years as SVP at ProLink Systems, a leading global provider of GPS golf-course management systems. Clint Singer is Director of Engineering at Vantage Tag Systems. He has been a senior developer in the golf industry for more than 20 years and has an extensive background in GPS systems. Daniel Price is Technical Operations Manager of DSG Global’s European Region, UK, South Africa. In addition to his background in mechanical and electronic engineering, he is an audio engineer, specializing in automotive audio and security. He has also worked with high end electronic security companies in the UK and previously owned an electronic security and CCTV company. Steven Mueller is Operations Manager at Vantage Tag Systems. He worked in the global pulp and paper market for nine years, facilitating the global movement of thousands of tons of timber products annually. Additionally, he has a successful decades-long track record of managing operations and consulting for a wide range of retail businesses. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.DSGTglobal.com. NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to DSGT are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/DSGT

Friendable Inc. (FDBL) to Celebrate First Anniversary of Fan Pass Artist Streaming Platform with Version 2.0 Release

  • Since the July 24, 2020 launch, the company’s Fan Pass platform has grown exponentially, from 16 artist sign-ups to over 4,000 to date
  • Update will include Artist Pro, a fee-based service that will allow artists to take advantage of brand elevation, fan base growth, and music distribution opportunities without signing up with a traditional record label
  • Friendable working with Santo Blockchain Labs and Santo Mining Corp. on the development of music artist-based NFTs
Mobile technology and marketing company Friendable (OTC: FDBL) has announced that the new Fan Pass Livestream Artist Platform 2.0 will be released July 24, 2021, marking exactly one year since the platform’s initial launch. Since that fateful day in 2020, the app has grown from 16 artists to over 4,000 artist sign-ups to date. The new version of the app is also coming out while the company prepares to extend its virtual venue as physical venues and studios begin reopening across the country (https://ibn.fm/x16MQ). The 2.0 version of the mobile and web applications will offer upgrades and features that are not available with the existing version. In addition, the overall user interface and user experience will be further enhanced with this release. Available artist tools will become more streamlined, offering advancements for the virtual stage, behind-the-scenes broadcasting, assistance with music distribution, and event bookings (live and virtual). Included in the new release will be a new feature called “Artist Pro.” This feature offers a fee-based service that will allow artists the opportunity to elevate their brand image, grow their fan base, and assist in the building of their careers without the need to sign with a record label. Robert A. Rositano, Jr., CEO of Friendable, discussed how when working with technology, the company’s overall goal is to benefit those artists on the Fan Pass platform. “So, in approaching an all-new version of the Fan Pass platforms, it’s been more important than anything that we listen. The feedback along the way has been both positive and constructive, even overwhelming at times, but it has shown us all along that we have been and continue to be on the right track,” Rositano added. “We are excited to share more, so stay tuned as additional updates will continue to follow as we execute on our plans and the release of version 2.0.” In addition to releasing the new platform version, Friendable has signed a Letter of Intent with Santo Blockchain Labs and Santo Mining Corp. (OTC: SANP) to develop entertainment and music artist-driven non-fungible tokens (“NFTs”) and is still working towards a definitive agreement. These NFTs will offer an additional revenue stream for the artists and both companies collectively. The agreement between Friendable and Santo also includes creating “Fanpasscrypto,” a marketplace that is expected to become an exciting new element to the current artist offering and marketing mix offered (https://ibn.fm/G8cdE). The amount of revenue exchanged for NFTs since the beginning of 2021 is proof that the market is booming and ripe for picking. In February 2021, there was more than $100 million in sales exchanged for digital assets across various entertainment formats. In addition, every NFT transaction is kept on a blockchain, making it a permanent part of the public record, and serving as a certificate of authenticity for purchase (https://ibn.fm/k8GBT). The company believes that the version 2.0 release and the artist NFTs will increase in value through limited-edition releases, which will be contingent upon availability and exclusivity. Additionally, Friendable is still exploring the opportunities that come with the addition of NFTs, including the possibility of special “Gold” or “Platinum” NFT tickets that fans can use to unlock exciting backstage opportunities at physical venues (not live stream events). For more information, visit the company’s websites at www.Friendable.com or www.FanPassLive.com. NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to FDBL are available in the company’s newsroom at http://ibn.fm/FDBL

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