Alternet Systems, Inc. (OTCQB: ALYI) is an enterprise accelerator company focused on the high growth, emerging technology fields of mobile payments and digital currency. Through its subsidiaries, the company is leveraging the extraordinary growth opportunities surrounding the explosion of newly adapted internet technologies and platforms to promote maximized returns for its shareholders.

In recent months, Alternet has placed much of its attention on the burgeoning digital currency market. In October, the company partnered with Wildcard Consulting, Inc. to launch the first U.S.-based bitcoin debit card. Designed to operate in full compliance with federal banking guidelines, this new product allows vendors to do business with consumers spending digital currencies while being paid accurately and securely in U.S. dollars or any other currency.

“Access to digital currency via a debit or credit card is a key step in the evolution of bitcoin and its integration with fiat currencies such as the U.S. dollar,” Henryk Dabrowski, chief executive officer of Alternet, stated in a news release. “We believe the time has come for holders of bitcoin to be able to exchange their digital currency for other assets seamlessly.”

In an effort to expand upon the seamlessness of digital currency payments, Alternet, through its Alternet Payment Solutions (APS) subsidiary, secured a strategic agreement with BitPay, the world leader in business solutions for the bitcoin digital currency industry. Through this agreement, the company is able to provide business to business payment methods through the conversion of fiat currency to digital currency in North America, South America and Asia. This partnership should continue to provide Alternet with a strong platform to build upon its recent growth moving forward.

The company is making additional progress on the digital currency front through the continued development of wholly-owned subsidiary OneMarket. When complete, OneMarket will become a fully-functioning digital currency exchange, offering an entire suite of financial and payment products targeting the growing digital currency market. In the coming months, Alternet will continue to aggressively pursue the highly anticipated New York State BitLicense, which will be necessary to facilitate the company’s global exchange strategy.

“It is our intent to continue pursuing a strategy of cooperation with regulators so that when we are granted permission we have put all the necessary building blocks in place to take the maximum advantage of our ability to monetize,” continued Dabrowski.

For more information, visit www.alternetsystems.com

There was a solid pop in oil futures Tuesday, June 23, with August crude holding above $61.00 a barrel as the API and EIA supply reports this week are expected to show tightening in domestic supply figures. Platts polling data indicates an anticipated reduction of 2.3 million barrels amid heightened tension between the U.S. and Russia, the world’s number two oil producer, with U.S. SecDef Carter having announced a firm reinforcement of Europe and massively increased logistical support to NATO’s rapid reaction force, in order to face threats from the east or from extremists in the increasingly deteriorating Middle East. Significant reduction in CAPEX over the last several months by U.S. E&Ps of around 25 percent or higher, extending through Q1 this year, has organized a groundswell in oil futures, which are forecast to continue rising over the longer-term despite a stronger dollar.

Also, the continued moves by China and Russia to sign landmark energy deals show a continued dedollarization of crude that threatens to unseat the petrodollar. Massive potential investment in Rosneft’s (OTC: RNFTF) huge new Vankor field in eastern Siberia by China and India is clearly in the cards, with delegations from both countries having made recent visits to Vankor and statements from Russia’s Deputy Prime Minister indicating that the country has cleared a psychological barrier that previously prevented Russia from giving China a measure of control over its hydrocarbon reserves. The entire 440k BOPD output from Vankor is already being shipped out to feed Asia via the ESPO pipeline, with the vast majority of output ending up in northeastern China.

In this near-term environment of reduced upstream activity among domestic E&P operators, the larger sector players stand to do best, because they have the kind of geographical and infrastructural diversity, economies of scale, widespread exposure and overall size needed to survive and thrive. The impending Halliburton (NYSE:HAL)-Baker Hughes (NYSE: BHI) merger and other such consolidation in the sector is a clear indicator of the underlying market dynamics here and it is also a key expression of the sector finding its footing. In fact, Denver-based Markwest Energy Partners (NYSE: MWE), which derives much of its operational cash flow from fees, has established agreements with more than 160 producers, roughly 4.7k miles of pipelines and around six billion cubic feet per day in natural gas processing capacity, is actually firmly focused on growth. With as much as $1.9 billion in CAPEX lined up for this year alone, across 20 major projects that are currently under construction on over nine million acres throughout the country’s top producing basins in Texas, Oklahoma and the northeast (emphasis on the Marcellus shale), Markwest is even on track to do four major plant expansions in Ohio.

For a company like energy-related EPCM (engineering, procurement and construction management) and automation specialists ENGlobal (NASDAQ: ENG), which is one of the most well-positioned and top-ranked providers of full spectrum services in the field today, the aforementioned market dynamics are good news. Because in order to thrive in this arena, especially under the current conditions, a reputation for excellence and the ability to deliver on time and within budget is paramount when it comes to attracting business from the biggest players. A long, established track record of success with top sector players will serve ENGlobal well in helping to further court the business of those energy sector juggernauts which are most able to withstand the temporary slowdown in capital expenditures, as well as the smaller contrarians who are shrewdly doubling down into the sector nadir.

Even with the downturn in energy commodity prices having impacted ENGlobal’s overall upstream related orders in Q1 this year, the company has maintained profitability, with a strong working capital position of over $24 million, and zero borrowings under their current credit facility. Automation operating profit margin outpaced the company’s EPCM division during the first quarter of 2015, posting a still healthy 13.9 percent, whereas engineering and construction profit margins were on par with Q1 2014. This is thanks in large part to the company’s vast expertise in both automation integration and automation engineering. ENGblobal’s ability to deliver a full range of integrated process, power and control solutions, handling everything in-house from the fabrication, assembly and programming, to documentation and system testing, has helped win the company a reputation as a rock-solid reliable supplier of integration solutions.

By being able to provide integration support ranging from analytical units like continuous monitoring, analyzer maintenance and data acquisition systems, to custom industrial HVAC (heating, ventilating, air-conditioning) systems and hydrocarbon moving infrastructure, like pipelines and rail/truck or sea terminals, ENGlobal has firmly cemented itself in the minds of some of the industry’s biggest companies as a provider who can handle anything that is thrown at it. Other automation integration systems provided by the company include a vast array of power solutions, like switchgear shelters and micro-turbine power islands, as well as complex control systems like master panels, burner management systems, SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition using coded signals) controls, and fire/gas protection systems.

The company actually specializes in the kind of robust modular enclosures needed for everything from general operator shelters and control rooms, to heat and blast resistant cabinets used in some of the energy industry’s most dangerous environments, such as refinery process units and on drilling rigs. Far more than just a successful integrator, ENGlobal can design, fabricate, manufacture and fully test the kinds of highly modular, fully integrated control cabins that are ideal for today’s most advanced automated drilling rigs. A highly experienced automation staff with years under their belts, doing everything from DCS (distributed control system) migrations, plant re-instrumentations and complete expansions, to customized electrical, control system and instrument initializations, stands at the ready to help the company’s clients.

By providing everything from commissioning and process control start-up support, to power distribution and generation, as well as loop check, complete analytical verification and even EPA-regulated system automation services, ENGlobal is able to stay profitable and attract new business, even when times are tough in the industry, maintaining profitability on the strength of reputation and a diversity of offerings. It is this capacity to deliver automation and control system services that span the gamut, covering almost any task imaginable, from conception through to execution, which will continue to make the company attractive amid further industry consolidation as we potentially head towards a more lively sector rebound sometime in mid to late 2016.

Research and investing information provider Cowen & Co analysts are projecting small to mid-cap E&P’s are in for some rocky terrain next year, with a $16 billion shortfall between cash flow projections and spending estimates, requiring some $8.6 billion in order to meet production growth projections for 2016. This reality will continue to fuel M&A activity within the sector and for companies like ENGlobal, an ability to court the biggest players will be a deciding factor, whether the work is at home or abroad.

Significant domestic tightness in crude supply over the next two months into July and August, driven by increased drawdowns like those we have seen over the preceding seven weeks, but clocking in at as much as eight million barrels per week, could push crude to over $70 a barrel according to recent analysis from OptionSellers. As Americans increasingly hit the roads for the peak of driving season, associated draws in secondary products like gasoline should also rise, putting even more wind in the energy market’s sails. This price activity could seriously pan out longer term as the true impact of the recent, dramatic reduction in upstream activity like new well starts becomes more and more obvious. New well starts were off by 105 percent compared to last year in May, down to 1,761 from 3,625 according to RigData. A trend tracked by permits, which were also off substantially from the same period last year, showing a 75 percent reduction from 2014, to around only 898 in May. People keep talking about a supply glut, but unless upstream activity picks back up to levels seen before the crude price crashed in late 2014, supplies could dry up quickly and ignite a bull market in E&P capital expenditures, as we scramble to meet demand without having to return to a paradigm dominated by OPEC exports.

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View Systems is revolutionizing the security industry through the commercialization of its groundbreaking ViewScan system. The company’s proprietary technology uses advanced magnetic sensors with on-board digital processing capabilities to accurately and efficiently detect and locate threat objects. Unlike less advanced walk-through weapons detection systems, the ViewScan platform provides operators with access to specific threshold settings to alleviate the delays associated with false alarms due to non-threat objects – including keys, coins, jewelry and belt buckles.

“Our ViewScan weapon detection system boasts numerous advantages over ordinary metal detectors on the market,” Gunther Than, chief executive officer of View Systems, stated in a news release. “We’re excited about the momentum we have moving forward as more customers recognize the benefits of our system in providing efficient security measures for their facilities.”

Additional features that differentiate the ViewScan platform from the competition include flexible monitoring and archiving capabilities. From any workstation, the company’s proprietary platform allows for access to a host of information regarding scanned individuals – including snapshot images, date and time of scanning, threshold settings, sensor readings and graphical display data. This archiving capability is particularly useful for personnel and property protection, as well as evidence collection and criminal prosecution.

Earlier this month, View Systems took steps to improve upon its proven ViewScan system when it initiated manufacturing on an enhanced version of the platform. With this update, the revolutionary technology was upgraded through the addition of enhanced threat recognition and facial identification.

“The person is safely analyzed and potential threat objects are located and shown on live video,” John Sarman, chief engineer of View Systems, stated regarding the enhanced ViewScan system. “The complete system becomes a verification of an identified or sought for individual and whether that individual possesses a threat.”

In June, the company provided an update regarding the deployment of its weapons detection systems. Leveraging a strong network of representatives and dealers, View Systems is rapidly increasing its foothold in the market through continued adoption of the ViewScan system in banks, police stations and schools throughout the United States.

Within the last decade, the security industry has established its position as one of the fastest growing sectors of the global economy, accounting for nearly $100 billion in 2013, according to Statista. For View Systems, this consistent market performance should provide a formidable platform for continued growth moving forward.

For prospective investors, View Systems represents an opportunity to invest in a key player in one of the world’s fastest growing industries. The company’s continued market growth could open the door for sustainable returns in the years to come.

For more information, visit www.viewsystems.com

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Net Element, Inc. (NASDAQ: NETE) issued a response to shareholder inquiries on Tuesday, addressing concerns regarding the company’s recent decline in share prices and the resulting non-compliance notice received from NASDAQ. In particular, the company highlighted its primary goals for the second half of 2015 following the successful negotiation of up to $24.5 million in financing in recent months.

In May, Net Element executed definitive documentation to acquire PayOnline, a leader in online transaction processing services and payment technology. Management suggests that this acquisition will be transformative for the company moving forward as both a profitable subsidiary and an established platform for growth in the online payments industry. Earlier this month, the company leveraged this platform by launching its online payments processing business in Kazakhstan through a contract with the country’s largest online events ticketing website and second largest online merchant.

“Net Element’s facilitation of this banking relationship with its pending acquisition PayOnline is an example of how we intend to grow in emerging markets, where we can nimbly deliver those services best suited for a given market,” Oleg Firer, chief executive officer of Net Element, stated in a news release. “We expect this agreement to accelerate our growth in the region.”

The company has made similar strides toward sustainable growth in the U.S. market through the launch of three new programs to provide financing solutions and sales incentives to sales partners in order to help accelerate business development. With this new recruitment program in place, Net Element will look to aggressively expand its domestic footprint by facilitating the business success of its partners.

This progress, in addition to persistent growth in the Russian mobile payments market, has allowed the company to improve its financial results in recent months. In the first quarter of 2015, Net Element reduced its year-over-year net loss by more than 63 percent through its dedication to the elimination of debt over the past two years. These savings, along with the company’s newly secured growth capital, should allow Net Element to continue implementing its strategic growth plans.

For more information, visit www.netelement.com

Apricus Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: APRI) is a biopharmaceutical company advancing innovative medicines in urology and rheumatology. The company’s lead product, Vitaros®, is approved in Europe and Canada for the treatment of erectile dysfunction and is currently being commercialized in several European countries. In addition, Apricus’s product pipeline includes Fispemifene for the treatment of secondary hypogonadism, chronic prostatitis and lower urinary tract symptoms in men and RayVa™ for the treatment of Raynaud’s phenomenon.

Through the commercialization of Vitaros, Apricus is establishing a foothold in one of the biopharmaceutical industry’s most consistently performing sectors. According to Medtech Insight, erectile dysfunction affects an estimated 150 million men globally, and that total is expected to double by 2030. As a result, the market for these drugs has grown to over $4.2 billion. For Apricus, this could provide a significant opportunity to grow within the industry as it continues to expand the commercialization of Vitaros.

Vitaros is a locally-applied topical cream, allowing the product to differentiate itself from the phosphodiesterase inhibitors currently on the market, which are distributed in tablet form. As a topical cream, Vitaros has been shown to provide rapid onset benefits with significant efficacy and a favorable safety profile.

In May, the company took a major step toward continued growth through the launch of its novel treatment in France. This launch, in addition to its recent launch in Spain, brings the total number of European markets in which Vitaros is now commercially available to six. In the first quarter of 2015, Apricus prepared to build on these efforts by raising $11 million in cash from financing activities, as well as establishing revenue of $475,000. In the coming months, Apricus will look to grow revenue in penetrated markets while continuing to expand into other European countries.

“[W]e continue to be pleased with our commercial partners’ efforts to establish Vitaros as the erectile dysfunction treatment of choice in Europe,” Richard Pascoe, chief executive officer of Apricus, stated in a news release. “[W]e regard Vitaros as a strategic asset with the potential to generate meaningful long-term revenue for the company.”

For prospective investors, the continued expansion of Vitaros throughout Europe is a promising step toward sustainable returns moving forward.

For more information, visit www.apricusbio.com

The One World Doll Project, a subsidiary of One World Holdings, has signed an official Letter of Intent to sell a 9.89% stake of One World Holdings stock to The Tonner Doll Company. The parties are currently finalizing details and plan to enter definitive agreements as soon as practically possible to effectuate the stock purchase.

“As an established brand that is projecting sales of $59.3 million over the next five years, we believe that investing into The One World Doll Project and its emerging, high-quality product lines is the best approach for expanding our retail presence,” Robert Tonner, CEO of Tonner Doll Company, stated in the news release. “With their recent accomplishment of securing national distribution of The Prettie Girls! Tween Scene Dolls into over 2,900 Walmart stores, One World has proven their value to us and we are certain that acquiring a substantial stake in One World at this time is the best move going forward.”

Corinda Joanne Melton, CEO of One World Holdings, gave a brief overview of The Tonner Doll Company’s reach in the toy industry, and how the new, mutually advantageous partnership will help advance the broader One World plan.

“We believe that advancing our partnership with The Tonner Doll Company will continue keep One World on the fast track to substantially increased revenues. Over the past 16 months the relationship has proven that our two companies, working together, creates a valuable alliance within the doll industry,” she said. “With The Tonner Doll Company’s 25-year track record of success, its multiple license deals with major brands such as Disney, Peanuts and 20th Century Fox coupled with One World’s current retail relationships with Walmart and Amazon.com, the company is hopeful that this alliance will create additional value as One World pursues its plan of acquisition by a major toy company within the next 18 to 24 months.”

For more information, visit www.oneworlddolls.com

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Aristocrat Group this morning unveiled its unconventional new distilled spirits product – Big Box Vodka – one of the first ultra-premium vodkas in a box. The spirit comes in a spouted, 1.75-liter box that holds more than double the volume of traditional 750 mL bottles.

“Our intention with this product is to create an entirely new segment in the beverage alcohol industry,” ASCC CEO Robert Federowicz stated in the news release. “Big Box Vodka is the vodka that goes where other ultra-premium vodkas can’t, from the beach to the yacht. Or you can pour yourself a shot without ever taking Big Box Vodka out of your freezer.”

Handcrafted using Idaho Winter Wheat and distilled Rocky Mountain water, Big Box Vodka is designed as a smooth, crisp spirit that can be enjoyed straight-up or in a cocktail.

ASCC initially planned to publicly release the first details on Big Box Vodka in July, but accelerated its debut after receiving significant interest in the new product. The product has been in development for months as the company worked to perfect the innovative packaging.

“Big Box Vodka is the first ultra-premium vodka brand that has been engineered for maximum convenience and portability,” Federowicz said. “The packaging alone makes the new brand totally distinct from any other in the alcoholic beverages sector.”

Big Box Vodka will be debuted simultaneously this summer at retail outlets in California, Nevada, Florida, Louisiana and Texas, representing a market of more than 90 million people—nearly 30 percent of the total U.S. populace.

ASCC’s flagship brand, RWB Ultra-Premium Handcrafted Vodka, is already available online and at many U.S. bars and retailers.

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Today before the opening bell, Dominovas Energy Corp. announced a historic partnership with the United States government. By deploying its modular, off-grid RUBICON™ Solid Oxide Fuel Cell systems, Dominovas Energy has been named as the first, and only, fuel cell company selected as a Private Sector Partner to President Barak Obama’s POWER AFRICA INITIATIVE. This initiative is a multi-stakeholder partnership comprised of private sector participants, the United States government and governments of several African countries, including but not limited to the following Power Africa focus countries: Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria and Tanzania. The implications of this partnership extend beyond public and private sector engagement as these entities intend to nurture and accelerate private sector investment in Africa’s power sector over the next several years.

Power Africa partners represent the foundational support in building the regulatory, economic, and policy framework integral to meeting Africa’s increasing demand for, and access to, electricity. Dominovas Energy feels it is perfectly positioned to meet the supply needs of an ever-increasing demand for clean and reliable electricity throughout sub-Saharan Africa.

The energy solutions company anticipates that this partnership will continue to catalyze the resources and combined commitment of numerous U.S. government agencies, as well as the World Bank Group, African Development Bank (AfDB), and many additional Power Africa partners, to facilitate Power Africa’s objectives, operations, and related sector investments. As a Power Africa member company, Dominovas Energy will actively engage relevant U.S. agencies to fully employ the participating agencies’ tools to ensure any financing and capacity gaps that may exist can be addressed directly, specifically with respect to existing and incremental energy sector investments. This enables Dominovas Energy to benefit from interagency efforts, by leveraging Power Africa’s tools including, but not limited to technical expertise and financing; while enhancing project bankability by implementing various risk mitigation tools, as it is available through the select agencies comprised in the Power Africa Initiative. Dominovas Energy has committed to adopting, adhering to, and undertaking the required policy framework for specific projects, so it and other companies can effectively fulfill their commitments to invest in the further enhancement and development of the power infrastructure in sub-Saharan Africa.

Michael Watkins, Dominovas Energy’s COO & President of its Fuel Cell Division, states, “This partnership not only demonstrates Dominovas Energy’s commitment to emerging markets, but it also firmly positions the United States as a reliable and robust ally to Africa, respective of its long-term power needs.”

Over the next several years, as part of its commitment to Power Africa, Dominovas Energy intends to support and advance Power Africa goals by providing access to clean, reliable energy; partnering with specific universities in Africa to train and hire local citizens as engineers and technicians, as necessary for the installation, service, and ongoing maintenance of the RUBICON™; and providing Power Africa countries with access to distributed, off-grid electricity on a multi-megawatt scale.

According to today’s press release, deployments of the RUBICON™ are expected to increase the quantity of power available to over 100 million people by 2021, via multi-megawatt capacity installations. Dominovas Energy’s investment will directly benefit citizens, households, and businesses by producing clean, reliable, and continuous energy.

For more information on the company and its fuel cell technology, visit www.dominovasenergy.com

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DexCom, Inc. (NASDAQ: DXCM) develops and markets continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) products and tools to help adults and pediatric patients better manage their diabetes. CGM is an FDA-approved technology that provides real-time readings throughout the day and night, allowing for more accurate tracking of glucose levels with as many as 288 readings per day. Utilizing a small sensor just under the skin, the company’s device wirelessly transmits data to an innovative receiver that vividly displays glucose trends and alerts patients when they’re outside of the acceptable range. DexCom currently offers its groundbreaking monitoring systems for ambulatory use by people with diabetes and for use by healthcare providers in hospitals.

The potential market for this technology is extensive. According to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 29 million Americans are currently living with diabetes, and it is also the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. In 2012, diabetes and its complications accounted for approximately $245 billion in total medical costs and lost wages.

In the first quarter of 2015, DexCom leveraged this market potential to realize improved financial results. The company’s total revenue for the period was $72.8 million, which was a 55 percent year-over-year increase. Similarly, DexCom realized a 56 percent boost in total gross profit, recording $46.5 million for the quarter.

The company’s dedication to innovation has placed it in a strong strategic position to continue expanding its market presence in the coming months. In April, DexCom introduced a revolutionary app that combined its CGM technology with the convenience of the Apple Watch™. The DexCom G4® PLATINUM Continuous Glucose Monitor System with Share™ is an FDA-approved solution that allows users to discreetly review life-saving glucose data directly from their wrist or iPhone. Earlier this month, the company expanded on this innovation by releasing an Android-compatible version of this technology.

“DexCom aims for optimal convenience and accessibility by providing our patients and their loved ones with access to the most current technology to better manage their diabetes,” Kevin Sayer, chief executive officer of DexCom, stated in a news release.

For prospective investors, the company’s established position within the diabetes management industry should provide a formidable platform to realize improved returns in the years to come. DexCom’s continued commitment to innovation and market growth could open the door for sustainable returns in the future, making the company an intriguing investment opportunity moving forward.

For more information, visit www.dexcom.com

Not long ago, the thought of using your smartphone to pay for merchandise at retail shops was considered wishful thinking. It was fun to talk about but those in conversation knew the technology needed to make it happen was not yet available.

Today, the ‘what if’ conversation, according to payments industry experts, has become an undeniable reality.

According to research firm, Forrester, mobile payments in the United States are trending from $50 billion today to $142 billion in 2019. In a recent study, Forrester spoke to a dozen payments industry companies, including Visa, PayPal and Verifone and noted that the shift to mobile commerce was growing quickly.

PayPal, Google and AT&T have tried for years to create their concept of a mobile wallet, but progress has been slow. Forrester’s research shows that the market has matured since 2010, and sees the next four to five years as the period where mobile payments break into the economy’s mainstream.

Denée Carrington, a Forrester analyst commented, “It’s not just that we have smartphones. It’s that we’re increasingly dependent or rely on or expect them to deliver more.” Further, Ms. Carrington expects that Apple Pay will accelerate much of the growth of mobile payments at brick and mortar registers.

Net Element, Inc. (NASDAQ: NETE), a global payments-as-a-service, positions itself as a technology provider with an integrated mobile and transactional services platform serving emerging market clients. The company, through its subsidiary, TOT Group, Inc., operates Unified Payments that processes cashless transactions for card-present and non-present transactions, including point-of-sale, mobile point-of-sale, EMV, Apple Pay, near field communication, service based businesses, Internet businesses and mail order/telephone order merchants. NETE also operates Aptito, a cloud based software-as-a-service restaurant management solution, which offers integrated point-of-sale, mobile point of sale and various other functionality features to drive consumer engagement through Apple iPad-based point-of-sale, kiosk, and all other cloud-connected devices.

For more information on the company, visit www.netelement.com