The 3rd Annual Roth Healthcare Opportunities Conference will be held at the Metropolitan Club in New York, NY on October 9, 2024. Healthcare professionals, executives, businesses, industries, and investors of the allied healthcare sectors are invited for a full day of networking, learning and collaboration with peers and industry leaders.

This event focuses on an extensive format where executives and professionals from the Biotechnology, Brain Disorders, Medical Technologies, Oncology Therapeutics, and Pharmaceuticals sectors, gain deep insights into each other’s work portfolios.

The conference will cover small group meetings where companies and investors can interact and get a clear understanding of respective goals and work. Experts will conduct discussions on Themed Industry Panels with selected companies. The small group meetings will be in a 1-on-1 format, consisting of 25-minute management-investor meetings with extensive interaction.

The Roth conference is designed to provide a robust forum for upcoming healthcare industries and service providers to showcase their innovative ideas, technology, products, and services. C-level executives representing public and private healthcare can connect with investors for collaborative discussions.

This conference offers a tremendous opportunity for healthcare executives to present their unique company qualities to a crowd consisting of top investors and industry leaders. These meetings could well pave the way to discover new avenues and seal lucrative deals.

Recreational events are also a part of Roth events to encourage interaction among the attendees. The lunch panel will be followed by a cocktail reception.

To learn more, please visit https://ibn.fm/1LfAT

• Bringing a well into production involves several critical steps, including drilling, completion and the establishment of infrastructure to extract and transport the gas.
• Recently Trillion Energy announced that its Akcakoca-3 well at the SASB Gas Field has been put into production.
• Company reports that all wells but one have been put on production or flow tested to determine if gas is present and capable of production.

Natural gas has emerged as a crucial component of the global energy landscape, serving as a cleaner alternative to coal and oil. For a natural gas company, such as Trillion Energy International (CSE: TCF) (OTCQB: TRLEF), bringing a well into production is a pivotal step that not only signifies operational progress but also leverages the potential for economic growth, environmental sustainability and energy security.

Bringing a well into production involves several critical steps, including drilling, completion and the establishment of infrastructure to extract and transport the gas. This process transforms a previously untapped reservoir of natural gas into a functioning source of energy. The successful production of natural gas involves not only the technical aspects of drilling and extraction but also adherence to regulatory requirements, environmental considerations and market demand.

Once a well is in production, it starts generating revenue for the company. This can significantly impact the company’s financial health, allowing for reinvestment into further exploration and development, technological advancements and enhanced operational efficiencies. A well’s production capability is often measured in terms of its output volume, typically expressed in thousands of cubic feet per day (“MCF/D”). Higher production rates can lead to increased profitability, making the efficient operation of gas wells crucial.

Today, natural gas is recognized as a promising business sector for several reasons. First, the global demand for cleaner energy sources continues to rise. As countries transition away from coal and oil, natural gas is often seen as a bridge fuel, facilitating the shift toward renewable energy sources while maintaining energy reliability.

Trillion Energy, a Canadian oil and gas exploration and production company, is working to become a leader in this sector. Recently the company announced that its Akcakoca-3 well at the SASB Gas Field has been put into production (https://ibn.fm/XYZZm). According to the announcement, 11 meters of gas pay was perforated in the Akcakoca-3 well in July, but due to delayed pressure buildup, it was not initially produced. However, last month the well head pressure (“WHP”) for Akcakoca-3 had increased to 616 psi and the well was put into production. Trillion Energy reported that initial production flow rates were 4.28 million cubic feet per day (“MMcf/d”), which increased to 4.66 MMcf/d with WHP increasing to 645 psi. At the same time, Trillion Energy’s Alapli-2 well was opened to test pressure, resulting in gas flow to surface. However, the well is not producing gas in significant quantities at this time, so production is pending installation of velocity strings.

“We are thrilled with the strong performance of Akcakoca-3 and the successful flow tests at Alapli-2,” said Trillion Energy CEO Arthur Halleran. “All the wells except Bayhanli-2 have now been put on production or flow tested to ascertain if gas is present and capable of production in the 4-1/2-inch production tubing. This confirms that once the 2-3/8-inch is installed in the wells the gas will flow in a predictable and stable manner.”

Putting a natural gas well into production is a multifaceted process that is key for the success of a company operating in this space. With the growing global focus on sustainable energy, investing in natural gas production represents not only a lucrative opportunity but also a pathway to a more secure and environmentally responsible energy future.

Trillion Energy International is focused on oil and natural gas production for Europe and Türkiye with natural gas assets in Türkiye. The company is 49% owner of the SASB natural gas field, a Black Sea natural gas development, and has a 19.6% interest (except three wells with 9.8%) in the Cendere oil field.

For more information, visit www.TrillionEnergy.com.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to TRLEF are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/TRLEF

• Sophie Ames will lead the company’s human capital innovation strategy to support its next stage of growth.
• Her prior experience includes leadership roles at top public and private technology and services companies, including Mitel, ServiceMax, Avaya and more.
• D-Wave CEO Dr. Alan Baratz said Ames’ proven 25-year track record will help D-Wave’s employee value proposition stand out in a highly competitive labor marketplace.

D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software and services, and the first commercial provider of quantum computers, recently announced the appointment of a new chief human resources officer to its executive team (https://ibn.fm/elbbu).

The new chief human resources officer, Sophie Ames, brings more than 25 years of broad international experience in the human resources field. Ames has held leadership roles with various top public and private international technology and services companies, such as Mitel, ServiceMax, Veritas Technologies LLC, Avaya, Amdocs, and Thomson Legal & Regulatory, establishing a strong track record for building agile, high performance HR teams and scaling organizations for growth.

In her new role at D-Wave, Ames will spearhead the company’s global human capital innovation strategy designed to help support the company’s next stage of growth. This includes talent acquisition, learning and development, organizational effectiveness, compensation and benefits, and HR operations. She will focus on building the connection between the company’s performance, people and processes across the entire employee lifecycle engagement.

“I couldn’t be more excited to join D-Wave and be part of a company leading the next technology innovation revolution. It is an incredible opportunity to help shape the future of an industry and to bring the human capital function to the forefront of growth,” said Ames.

D-Wave CEO Dr. Alan Baratz echoed this excitement in welcoming Ames to D-Wave, noting, “Sophie’s proven track record and experience will add strategic value to the human resources function as we continue to build and differentiate D-Wave’s employee value proposition in a distinctive labor marketplace.”

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.dwavequantum.com.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to QBTS are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/QBTS

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Leaders, professionals and executives from the Quantitative Investment spectrum are invited to attend the Quant Strats Conference, being held October 8, 2024, at the Convene 22 Bishopsgate, London. The focus of the event will be the exploration of new avenues to generate Alpha, and how the rapidly changing global economy impacts the investment landscape.

Experts in Quantitative Investments will gather at the Quant Starts Conference to discuss topics of most relevance, including meta-data, and the application of AI, ML, NLP, and LLMs in financial markets, as well as exploring key alternative assets for alpha generation, and how to build high-performing teams and strong portfolios.

The key themes will be:

• Creating and managing a portfolio in the current economic and political scenario
• Determining what asset classes perform in volatile markets
• Securing portfolios and funds from the unpredictable movement of equities and bonds
• Incorporating the most cutting-edge technologies to generate Alpha

An interactive discussion will be hosted by Michael Steliaros, Global Head of Portfolio Engineering and Trading, ADIA, focusing on what institutional investors must look for when selecting a fund manager. Among other important sessions of the conference is a panel discussion on Data Sourcing and Strategy.

Attendees can leverage the reach of the conference platform to network with 250 global quant leaders. Over 50 eminent dignitaries leading the way in Quantitative Investment will host speaker sessions. These experts from Goldman Sachs, Robeco, Point72, ADIA, and others, will bring in fresh insights and share their best views on the current trends in the market.

With just under 60% of the audience from the buying side and an audience consisting of data teams, quant traders and portfolio managers, the event will offer several collaboration opportunities.

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• Annovis Bio recently filed three new patents covering combinations of buntanetap, its lead compound, with a GLP-1 agonist (such as dulaglutide/Trulicity) and with PDE5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil/Viagra), as well as a combination of all three
• The company believes these combinations create a broader approach to treating neurodegenerative diseases
• Preclinical studies have demonstrated these combinations significantly improve cognition in Alzheimer’s mouse models
• Combinations of buntanetap with PDE5 inhibitors and GLP-1 agonists are now ready to enter phase 3 clinical studies (buntanetap is in phase 3, and a number of PDE5 inhibitors and GLP-1 agonists are already on the market)

Annovis Bio (NYSE: ANVS), a late-stage clinical drug platform company developing transformative therapies for neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease (“AD”) and Parkinson’s disease (“PD”), recently filed three new patents (https://ibn.fm/wWksA). The patent applications seek protection for innovative combination therapies involving buntanetap that improve cognition beyond normal levels.

Specifically, the patent filings cover buntanetap combined with a glucagon-like peptide-1 (“GLP-1”) agonist, buntanetap combined with a phosphodiesterase 5 (“PDE5”) inhibitor, and a combination of all three. According to the company, these combinations create a multi-sided approach to treating neurodegenerative diseases.

The motivation to seek patent protection stems from the successes of recent preclinical studies, which have provided compelling results that demonstrate the strong potential for the combinations to enhance cognition. Data from these studies have shown that buntanetap combined with PDE5 inhibitors or GLP-1 agonists improves cognitive function in Alzheimer’s mouse models beyond levels observed in healthy controls.

Maria Maccecchini, Ph.D., Founder, President and CEO of Annovis, noted, “Our early data suggests a strong synergistic effect from combining these drugs, resulting in significant cognitive enhancement.” Maria went on to state that the combination of buntanetap with Trulicity and Viagra has the potential to “restore cognition to healthy levels” and improve it “beyond normal level, offering new hope in the fight against dementia.”

According to an August 6 news release, buntanetap significantly amplifies the effects of Trulicity on memory and learning, leading to a “6- to 10-fold increase in efficacy,” according to Maria. The company observes that this synergy helps enhance treatment outcomes while simultaneously lessening potential side effects (https://ibn.fm/0zRY1).

Buntanetap targets neurodegeneration by inhibiting the production of various neurotoxic proteins, including TDP43, alpha-synuclein, tau, and amyloid beta. It improves the affected function in neurodegenerative diseases, enhances cognition in early AD patients, improves motor function and stops cognitive decline in PD patients.

The company’s recent Phase 2/3 study of buntanetap in patients with early (mild to moderate) AD showed a statistically significant improvement in cognition. The Phase 2/3 study gave the company valuable information for a planned Phase 3 pivotal trial (https://ibn.fm/sVv02). In addition, the company has separately completed a Phase 3 study of buntanetap in patients with early PD (https://ibn.fm/FIM3D).

“Since buntanetap has completed Phase 3 studies as a standalone treatment, and a number of GLP-1 agonists and PDE5 inhibitors are FDA-approved, these combinations are well positioned for Phase 3 human trials,” expressed Maria in the Sept. 30 news release announcing the patent filings.

The new patent applications are expected to further strengthen the company’s expansive intellectual property portfolio. Annovis currently has more than 35 total issued patents, plus plenty more pending applications in various jurisdictions, according to its latest Form 10-K filing (https://ibn.fm/YzxJB).

The issued patents and pending applications speak to the company’s resolve to “protect and enhance the proprietary technologies, inventions and improvements that we believe are important to our business, including seeking, maintaining and defending patent rights, whether developed internally or licensed from third parties,” as a source of its unique value to shareholders and competitive advantage.

For more information about the company, visit www.AnnovisBio.com, and social channels LinkedIn, X and YouTube.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to ANVS are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/ANVS

• The Malartic mining region is part of the larger Abitibi Greenstone Belt, one of the world’s richest mineral belts.
• Renforth Resources’ strategic presence in Malartic underscores the company’s commitment to tapping into the region’s abundant resources.
• In addition to its exploration work in Malartic, Renforth Resources is also actively involved in projects elsewhere in Quebec and Ontario.

The region of Malartic, located in Quebec, Canada, is synonymous with gold mining. Since the early 20th century, Malartic has been a cornerstone of Canada’s mining industry, playing a pivotal role in the development of the province’s rich mineral resources. Renforth Resources (CSE: RFR) (OTCQB: RFHRF), a mineral exploration company engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral properties in Canada, operates its flagship project, the Parbec Gold Project, near the world-renowned Malartic gold-mining region.

What sets Malartic apart as an exceptional mining region is its geology. The region is part of the larger Abitibi Greenstone Belt, one of the richest mineral belts in the world, renowned for its significant deposits of gold and other base metals. This ancient geological formation stretches from northern Quebec to northeastern Ontario and is host to some of the most productive gold mines on the planet. The sheer concentration of mineral wealth has drawn mining companies and investors to Malartic for decades, leading to its emergence as a focal point for gold exploration and extraction.

The discovery of gold in Malartic dates back to the 1920s, and by the 1930s the town of Malartic saw the establishment of its first commercial mines. Over the years, technological advancements in mining processes have allowed companies to extract even more gold from the region’s deposits, further boosting its reputation.

However, Malartic’s significance extends beyond just the sheer volume of gold extracted from its soils. The region also boasts a robust infrastructure for mining operations, including transportation networks, access to skilled labor and proximity to refineries, making it an attractive location for mining companies looking to develop their projects.

One of the players in the Malartic region is Renforth Resources, a Canadian mineral exploration company that has been making strides in the exploration and development of mineral properties, particularly within Malartic. Renforth Resources, with its focus on unlocking value from Canada’s rich mineral landscape, is working to position itself as a dynamic company in the mining sector.

Renforth Resources’ strategic presence in Malartic underscores the company’s commitment to tapping into the region’s abundant resources. The company’s exploration efforts are centered around identifying and developing high-quality gold deposits, leveraging the region’s established mining infrastructure and rich geological potential. As part of its broader mission, Renforth is engaged in acquiring and exploring properties that have the potential to yield significant returns for investors.

What sets Renforth Resources apart is its commitment to innovative exploration techniques and a thorough understanding of the geological complexities of the Malartic region. The company’s approach involves invaluable geological analysis, sustainable practices and strategic partnerships, ensuring that its projects are aligned with both shareholder interests and environmental responsibility.

In addition to its exploration work in Malartic, Renforth Resources is also actively involved in projects elsewhere in Quebec and Ontario, further expanding its footprint in Canada’s mining sector. This diverse portfolio demonstrates the company’s ambition to become a leading player in the mineral exploration industry.

The Malartic region’s unique geological composition, significant mining history and impressive gold deposits make it one of the most important gold-mining regions in the world. Companies such as Renforth Resources are capitalizing on this by leading innovative exploration efforts, ensuring that Malartic continues to be a critical player in the global gold-mining industry. With its focus on development and sustainability, Renforth Resources is contributing to the legacy of this world-renowned region while seeking to unlock even greater value for stakeholders in the years to come.

For more information, visit www.RenforthResources.com.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to RFHRF are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/RFHRF

• Torr Metals’ $600,000 private placement is strategically aimed at advancing its Filion Gold Project in Ontario, positioning the company to capitalize on rising metal prices driven by the U.S. Federal Reserve’s rate cuts, a move that benefits the Company’s diversified gold and copper portfolio.
• The funds will support ongoing exploration at Filion, where promising untested kilometer-scale gold-in-soil anomalies and drill-ready targets present strong discovery potential adjacent to the Trans-Canada Highway.
• Investors can participate through both flow-through shares, which offer tax benefits, and non-flow-through units with the added upside of future gains through warrants, making it a compelling opportunity to back a project poised for significant growth.

As the Federal Reserve continues to take steps to lower interest rates, the mining sector, particularly copper and gold, is poised to benefit. Torr Metals Inc. (TSX.V: TMET) has taken advantage of this market environment by announcing a non-brokered private placement, seeking to raise up to $600,000 Canadian. The proceeds will be dedicated to the exploration and development of the Filion Gold Project in Ontario, focusing on advancing its already established high-potential gold targets and expanding on existing gold-in-soil anomalies that have never been tested by drilling.

Interest rate cuts typically have a positive impact on metal prices. Lower interest rates make borrowing cheaper, stimulating economic activity and increasing demand for industrial metals used in manufacturing and construction. This increased demand can lead to higher metal prices. With the recent half-point rate cut, the market is primed for metal price increases, which could benefit companies like Torr Metals.

Earlier in the month, Bank of Canada cut its benchmark interest rate 25 basis points to 4.25%. Governor Tiff Macklem indicated that weak gross domestic product could result in additional cuts. Canada’s main bank makes its next decision on Oct. 23, 2024.

Torr’s decision to issue flow-through and non-flow-through shares comes at a strategic time. The 2,142,857 flow-through shares, priced at $0.14 per share, will provide tax advantages to Canadian investors, while the 3,000,000 non-flow-through units will be accompanied by a half warrant exercisable at $0.20 per share, offering additional upside potential should the stock continue its upward trajectory.

With its 100% owned Filion and Kolos projects strategically located with direct access to highways, powerlines, railroads, and nearby major mining infrastructure, Torr Metals is ideally positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for both gold and copper. The company’s established road-accessible exploration portfolio includes six undrilled orogenic gold and three copper-gold porphyry centers as targets that offer significant new discovery potential, this comes at a pivotal time as gold historically performs well in low-interest-rate environments while copper plays a critical role in renewable energy technologies and electric vehicles. The industry is beginning to realize the desperate need for fresh discoveries that are in short supply, as major new gold and copper discoveries become increasingly rare worldwide with reserve growth over the past decade largely coming from aging deposits. In this environment, Torr Metals’ robust pipeline of early-stage assets with major discovery potential provides a strong foundation for the company to capitalize on rising global demand for these critical metals.

Torr Metals is actively working to establish the next major gold exploration frontier in Northern Ontario at the drill-permitted Filion Gold Project, which shares remarkable geological similarities with the prolific Hemlo gold camp to the south. Situated in Northern Ontario’s Wawa Terrane, Filion provides a highly promising environment for discovery, featuring large-scale shear zones and structural controls akin to those that contributed to Hemlo’s impressive 21-million-ounce yield¹. In its maiden 2023 exploration, Torr identified six undrilled parallel gold soil anomalies across a 2.5-kilometer-wide corridor, with strike lengths extending up to 1,200 meters. With the majority of the area’s structural and stratigraphic contacts—favorable for concentrating precious metal deposits—yet to be tested, Torr plans to expand its exploration efforts to uncover additional high-potential targets before launching a planned drill program. This approach could mirror the early stages before the first discovery hole that led to the formation of the world-class Hemlo gold camp.

As central banks lower interest rates, the environment becomes increasingly favorable for metals, enhancing the appeal of investing in early-stage exploration mining companies like Torr Metals, which bring innovative ideas to the table. The combination of strategic financing, robust exploration potential, and a favorable macroeconomic environment creates a unique landscape for investors eager to capitalize on the next wave of mineral exploration. By focusing on innovative companies poised for discovery, investors can position themselves advantageously in a market where new finds will drive future value.

¹Information and comparisons disclosed is not necessarily indicative of precious metal endowment or future assays on the Filion Project.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.TorrMetals.com.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to TMET are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/TMET

• The company’s smartphone app, GolfLync, is available for iPhone and Android devices and matches golfers looking for a game.
• GolfLync is a social network for golfers, providing engagement tools such as likes, comments, chats, video sharing, friend and group notifications and tee time matching.
• GolfLync is seeing viral growth, with virtual golf groups forming across the country and inviting members at a grass roots level.
• In 2022, the number of people participating in golf in the United States reached 25.6 million.

GolfLync matches golfers looking for a game through the company’s smartphone app, GolfLync. The company bills GolfLync as the “Tinder for Golf,” matching golf games and players similar to the way a dating app matches those looking for romance.

The app allows like-minded golfers to connect for a game simply by logging in. GolfLync helps golfers who are looking to grow their golf network find other players with similar interests and on course preferences. Whether you have recently moved to a new area and are looking for new golfing buddies, travel frequently and would like to play a round of golf while on the road, or just want to meet new golfers in your area, GolfLync is your answer. Spouses who enjoy golfing together can find other golfing couples to tee it up with. For a regular group that finds itself unexpectedly down a player, GolfLync can help find that last-minute addition to complete the foursome.

The company is based in Scottsdale, Arizona.

GolfLync App

GolfLync was created for golfers of all skill levels and preferences to connect with compatible players of similar skill and interests. Golfers can find a tee time through GolfLync, join existing tee times and create new leagues. The app allows golfers to meet fellow players before committing to spend four hours on the course with them. GolfLync allows users to find new golf friends based on their preferences, such as walking or riding a cart, listening to music, friendly wagering, imbibing a favorite beverage at the 19th Hole and more. GolfLync is available for both Android and iOS as a free download.

Market Opportunity

According to a report by Statista, a leading provider of market and consumer data, in 2022, the number of people participating in golf in the United States reached 25.6 million, with 15.5 million additional players participating in off-course activities like driving ranges. In 2020, over 502 million rounds of golf were played in the U.S. alone. The game, traditionally dominated by male players, is changing, with increased interest from women golfers driven by social media influencers around the game.

Lumen Sports puts the total number of golf courses in the U.S. at more than 16,700. According to Lumen, about 75% of those are public courses open to all golfers, with the rest considered private golf clubs that require a membership.

Management Team

Noah DiPasquale is a co-founder and CEO of GolfLync Inc., leading the marketing and operations of the platform. He is also the founder and CEO of Epic Golf Club, a premier national membership and private golf society which partners with hundreds of top tier private golf clubs allowing Epic members access to their courses and recently founded the Epic Foundation, a Scottsdale-based 501c3. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration, Management and Operations from the W.A. Franke College of Business at Northern Arizona University and an MBA in Marketing from the University of Phoenix. Marquis Who’s Who Top Business Profile

Michael Quiel is a co-founder of GolfLync Inc. and the President of the organization. He leads the application development and research teams. Michael understands how to build successful companies. His deep knowledge of investment banking, finance and building successful business partnerships is unparalleled. He’s an expert at capital formation and growth hacking companies. He has raised over $250 million in capital and taken multiple companies public.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.GolfLync.com.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to GolfLync are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/GOLF

Investors looking for an opportunity may want to consider the rapidly evolving world of social commerce and app-based networking. In fact, taking a closer look at two players in the space — Flip and GolfLync — can show the real potential social media offers.

“Are social media networks still worthy investments? While there are naysayers who believe that the investment hype in networks like Facebook, Snapchat, and Pinterest is all but over, that is hardly the case,” reports Investopedia (https://ibn.fm/CES22). “The days of being able to invest in social media leaders such as Facebook and watching those investments climb into the stratosphere may have passed, but that does not mean that other opportunities are not lurking around the corner. But savvy investors are aware of this and know how to navigate the investment landscape.”

Flip and GolfLync offer ideal case studies that savvy investors might be looking for. Flip, a social commerce platform, has made significant strides since its early days, while GolfLync is now where Flip once was — a promising venture on the brink of potentially significant growth.

Flip: From Startup to Social Commerce Powerhouse

Released in 2021, Flip has carved out a notable space in the social commerce landscape. “With Flip, users can purchase items, create TikTok-style video reviews and earn money when others buy products based on their content or through referrals,” an Adobe article observes (https://ibn.fm/0WpiI). “This unique blend of shopping, content creation and rewards has created a highly engaging and interactive user experience. Its innovative approach integrates social networking with e-commerce, allowing users to shop directly through social interactions and content. This model has resonated with consumers, providing a seamless shopping experience that combines social engagement with transactional convenience.”

Earlier this month, Flip announced that it would be relaunching its marketing platform for brands utilizing AppLovin’s AXON technology (https://ibn.fm/mM3i5). The company also announced it is raising $144 million in a Series C funding round, including a $50 million investment by AppLovin. According to the announcement, the funding was led by Streamlined Ventures with participation from previous investors Mubadala Capital and WestCap and with AppLovin as a new investor, bringing the company’s premoney valuation to $1.05 billion.

GolfLync: A Platform Poised for Growth

GolfLync, on the other hand, is an emerging social app initially focused on the niche market of golf enthusiasts (https://ibn.fm/VRTd0). Originally launched with the goal of creating a community-driven platform for golfers, GolfLync combines social networking with features tailored to the sport, such as event coordination, performance tracking and golf-related content sharing.

In less than a year, GolfLync has been downloaded more than 155,000 times, representing 3000% growth in 2023. The app’s market fit, proven user acquisition, traction and experienced executive team make it an investment worth looking at closely. In addition, GolfLync is now building on its initial success and expanding its platform to additional high-growth sports under the SportLync brand.

With huge market potential — more than one billion athletes and gym goers around the world — the company is initially looking to create a foothold in tennis and pickleball, two of the fastest-growing sports in the world. The same member-matching algorithms, discovery features, clubs and games that made GolfLync successful enable the company to cost-effectively scale into these emerging markets under its broader SportLync umbrella.

GolfLync is currently in a stage reminiscent of Flip: a promising startup with a unique value proposition. As of 2024, GolfLync is valued at approximately $83 million. This valuation reflects its early-stage status, its potential for growth and the niche markets it serves. While the numbers may be lower than Flip’s current valuation, it underscores the investment opportunity GolfLync represents.

Investment Opportunities: The Flip-GolfLync Parallels

A comparison between Flip and GolfLync reveals intriguing parallels. When Flip was in its early stages, it was also a relatively small player with significant growth potential. Investors who recognized Flip’s potential early benefitted as the company scaled and evolved into a major social commerce platform. GolfLync now represents a similar opportunity — a chance to get in on the ground floor of a platform looking to capitalize on the expanding market for social commerce and niche social networking apps.

“With an ever-increasing number of social media networks putting their own spin on social engagement, the potential opportunities provided by such companies to deliver high returns for investors cannot be denied,” Investopedia concludes. Flip and GolfLync are ideal examples of this philosophy in action.

While both social media apps serve different markets and are at different stages of development, GolfLync presents a compelling investment opportunity with the potential of following a trajectory similar to Flip. With its current valuation providing a potential entry point before significant scaling, GolfLync is poised to attract attention from investors looking to capitalize on the next big success in social commerce and networking.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.GolfLync.com

As GolfLync transitions from a niche golf networking app to a comprehensive sports social platform, the opportunities for growth and innovation are significant. The company is currently raising capital via a Regulation CF offering. To learn more or invest, click here.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to GolfLync are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/GOLF

• Electronic monitoring (“EM”) technology is becoming a popular go-to means of tracking the movements of crime suspects, including domestic violence (“DV”) offenders, while they remain unjailed and free to continue productive activity in society
• SuperCom Ltd., a secure solutions provider for the e-Government, IoT and Cybersecurity sectors, is competitively marketing its PureSecurity EM platform to government clients who need SuperCom’s resources for parole and probation supervision
• SuperCom recently announced it has secured its fifth national contract in Europe to provide supervised monitoring of domestic violence suspects and an effective alert system for DV victims
• Analysts forecast Europe’s average daily caseload of individuals monitored with EM will increase from 64,000 people to 94,000 between 2023 and 2028

Electronic monitoring (“EM”) technology is increasingly being deployed as a public safety solution that has the potential to ease the concerns of governments and citizens alike around the world. Using a variety of modern technologies, law enforcement and other safety institutions are able to track the movements of individuals identified as criminal suspects while those suspects remain free from incarceration and interact with society.

Riding the wave of the EM technology market’s growth, SuperCom (NASDAQ: SPCB) and its PureSecurity suite of EM solutions have built a strong reputation for providing products and services that help criminal justice systems monitor the movements of offenders and suspects. 

SuperCom announced recently (Sept. 23) that it has secured a new three-year national contract with government officials in Europe to monitor domestic violence (“DV”) suspects, providing vulnerable victims and authorities with a level of assurance that they’ll be notified if the offender is anywhere in their vicinity, allowing authorities to react promptly and enabling victims to take measures to enhance their safety.

The contract marks the company’s fifth compact with a national government office in Europe to provide domestic violence subject monitoring capabilities in the European Union (“EU”) region. This marks SuperCom’s continued expansion in Europe, where it has already deployed a substantial number of units, outpacing its competitors and solidifying its position as a leader in domestic violence monitoring solutions.

“Winning our fifth national domestic violence contract in Europe is a testament to the trust governments place in our technology and our commitment to enhancing public safety,” SuperCom President and CEO Ordan Trabelsi stated in the company’s announcement (https://ibn.fm/5tSea). “Our DV monitoring solution offers real-time tracking, communication and security, providing authorities with a powerful tool to improve the protection of vulnerable individuals and promote offender accountability.”

SuperCom continues to establish its competitiveness in a small, niche market as it gains successive monitoring technology contracts in Europe and the United States.

Research and Markets analysts’ report on the electronic monitoring market last year noted that Europe was undertaking an average daily caseload of 64,000 individuals being monitored through EM technology, while the analysts found 518,000 being monitored in North America on a daily average basis. The analysts forecast that those numbers will grow to 680,000 in North America, and the United States was managing an average daily caseload of 518,000 individuals being monitored through EM technology, while the analysts found 64,000 being monitored in Europe on a daily average basis.

The analysts forecast that those numbers will grow to 680,000 in North America and 94,000 in Europe by 2028. They also expect the market to grow with a five-year CAGR of 7.2 percent to a value of $2.3 billion by 2028 when Europe and North America’s sectors are combined with the EM sector in Latin America (https://ibn.fm/uXLce).

Domestic violence intervention is a significant client use case for EM technology. The PureSecurity platform transmits information on a monitored subject’s whereabouts in real time, not simply on a flat geographical footprint but with elevation data as well to deliver a more 3-D perspective for apartment dwellers and office workers. The system then notifies victims via cell phone if an alert to an offender’s location is needed.

“The new contract represents a significant step in enhancing domestic violence prevention and intervention capabilities in this EU region,” SuperCom’s announcement states.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.SuperCom.com.

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