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Institute to Develop Novel Laser Fusion Reactor As Part of Japan’s Initiative to Pursue Challenging Concepts to Solve Issues Facing Future Society

PALO ALTO, CA / ACCESS Newswire / October 21, 2025 / The Director of the Blue Laser Fusion Energy Collaborative Research Institute, jointly established by Blue Laser Fusion Inc. (BLF) and the University of Osaka (UOsaka), has been selected as one of the Project Managers (PMs) for Japan’s prestigious Moonshot Research and Development Program (Moonshot Program) to develop an innovative fusion reactor using BLF’s novel laser technology. The project, led by Professor Shinsuke Fujioka of the High Energy Density Science Division in the UOsaka Institute of Laser Engineering (ILE), who also serves as Director of the BLF Energy Collaborative Research Institute, is a multi-year initiative focused on advancing BLF’s laser, target ignition, and reactor design with a goal of demonstration of a laser-based fusion energy generation system. The Institute will collaborate with other research partners, with the detailed project plan to be finalized in consultation with the Program Director and the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST).

The Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) implements the Moonshot Program, which is led by Japan’s Cabinet Office. The program pursues challenging R&D concepts set by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) in order to solve issues facing Japan’s future society. Moonshot Program Goal 10 is related to fusion energy: “Realization of a dynamic society in harmony with the global environment and free from resource constraints, through diverse applications of fusion energy….”

For additional information about Japan’s Moonshot program, see https://www.jst.go.jp/moonshot/en/program/goal10/index.html

The selection of the Director of the BLF Energy Collaborative Research Institute as a PM for Moonshot Program Goal 10 results from a highly competitive process led by JST and their external experts, including open calls and a review of a large number of applications, followed by multiple rounds of document and interview screening, culminating in final selection of a small number of university and corporate teams.

Dr. Shuji Nakamura, CEO of Blue Laser Fusion and 2014 Nobel Prize Winner, commented, “I am thrilled that Professor Fujioka, Director of the Blue Laser Fusion Energy Collaborative Research Institute at the University of Osaka, has been selected as Project Manager for Japan’s world-renowned Moonshot Program. We are pleased to collaborate with the University of Osaka, Japan’s leading laser fusion research and technology institution, as we work to accelerate the commercialization of laser-based fusion energy. BLF will continue to contribute, together with the University of Osaka, to solving Japan’s energy challenges.”

Blue Laser Fusion enabling technology innovations include a high efficiency, cost effective optical enhancement cavity (OEC) laser delivering megajoule class pulse energy at a high repetition rate, coupled with a high gain fuel target to achieve commercial fusion. Beyond the Moonshot Program selection, BLF has won US Department of Energy INFUSE projects in collaborations with Caltech and Colorado State University, and the company is a corporate partner in the US DOE IFE-Star RISE HUB for inertial fusion energy. Additionally, Blue Laser Fusion is on the industrial council for the US DOE FIRE Collaboratives led by General Atomics on fusion targets and by Idaho National Labs on fusion reactor design.

About Blue Laser Fusion, Inc.
Blue Laser Fusion Inc. (BLF) is a leading fusion energy company based in Santa Barbara, CA with offices in Silicon Valley and Tokyo, Japan. BLF was founded in 2022 by Dr. Shuji Nakamura, 2014 Nobel Laureate in Physics and solid-state lighting pioneer, whose high efficiency LED lighting inventions have helped transform the world by substantially reducing the global energy power consumption. The company is commercializing a proprietary and novel laser fusion technology to achieve the world’s first carbon-free, on demand, renewable, clean energy generation and to accelerate a transition to an electrified world. BLF aims to commercialize a GW scale reactor to provide power to the grid to meet the acute and increasing demand for clean energy for data centers and to support the AI revolution, for semiconductor chip fabrication facilities and chemical and steel production plants, as well as for electric vehicles and homes. The company has a comprehensive IP portfolio with more than 100 patents and applications internationally. To learn more, please visit: www.bluelaserfusion.com

About The University of Osaka Institute of Laser Engineering (ILE)
The Institute of Laser Engineering (ILE) at the University of Osaka, led by Director Ryosuke Kodama, is a world-leading research center for laser fusion and high-energy-density science. Originating from the Laser Engineering Research Facility under the School of Engineering, ILE has developed Japan’s largest high-power laser systems, including GEKKO XII and LFEX, and pioneered new academic fields such as laser astrophysics and plasma photonics. Designated by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) as a Joint Usage/Research Center, ILE provides open access to researchers worldwide and drives innovation across science and industry. ILE and Blue Laser Fusion launched a joint research division in October 2023, directed by Professor Shinsuke Fujioka, and have since collaborated closely. In April 2025, the collaboration expanded into the Blue Laser Fusion Energy Collaborative Research Institute, further accelerating their joint efforts. The institute’s research focuses on developing high-average-power lasers, advancing clean fusion reactions, and evaluating technology and social acceptance for the societal implementation of fusion energy.
For more information, please visit: www.ile.osaka-u.ac.jp

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Blue Laser Fusion Inc.
contact@bluelaserfusion.com

SOURCE: Blue Laser Fusion Inc.

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Co-led by High Alpha and Ivy Ventures, the round will accelerate product growth, workflow integrations, and hiring, as demand grows for predictive, AI-powered coaching solutions

INDIANAPOLIS, IN / ACCESS Newswire / October 21, 2025 / Luster, the first AI-powered Predictive Enablement™ platform, today announced it has raised $3 million in seed funding. Co-led by High Alpha and Ivy Ventures, the new capital will enable Luster to accelerate product enhancements, expand workflow integrations, and grow the team as demand rises for predictive, AI-powered coaching solutions.

Founded in 2024, Luster helps customer-facing teams avoid preventable mistakes before they cost revenue. Unlike traditional sales enablement and single-solution AI role-play tools that react after a call has already gone wrong, Luster’s first-of-its-kind technology proactively prepares reps by diagnosing their individual skill gaps, predicting where those gaps are likely to surface in upcoming conversations, and prescribing a variety of custom enablement interventions before it’s too late.

“In the two decades I spent as a sales leader, I’ve seen firsthand how preventable mistakes erode deals and lead to missed revenue targets,” said Christina Brady, co-founder and CEO of Luster. “Every enablement and learning tool I had was reactive and one step behind. What I needed, and couldn’t find, was a solution that could diagnose each rep’s unique skill gaps, analyze upcoming calls to predict where they might make a mistake, and then deliver prescriptive enablement and upleveling to prevent those mistakes before they happen. That’s exactly why we built Luster.”

Forrester estimates companies lose up to $2 million annually due to ineffective sales onboarding and enablement. Luster acts as a real-time coach across the full revenue cycle – from onboarding and hiring to performance management and continuous learning. Luster starts by mapping each rep’s proficiency and deficiencies across key sales competencies. It then scans reps’ calendars to flag upcoming customer calls where those gaps could cause revenue-impacting mistakes, then automatically schedules tailored enablement solutions to close those gaps before it costs reps deals. By combining predictive insights with AI-driven practice and real-time coaching, Luster gives reps the confidence to perform in high-stakes conversations while providing leaders with measurable visibility into performance and outcomes.

In its first year, Luster’s early customers, including Cars.com, ShipBob, Zylo and several others, have reported measurable individual and team performance improvements, including:

• 42% higher average contract value (ACV)

• 2x increase in conversion rates

• 2x faster ramp time

• 48% more pipeline generated per rep

• 26% more opportunities created

• Over 3,000 revenue-impacting mistakes prevented

“Luster has been an incredibly hands-on partner – fast-moving, visionary, and refreshingly grounded in real sales experience. They’re not building from theory – they’ve carried a quota, and it shows. We use Luster as a daily primer: to shake off the cold-calling cobwebs before a power hour, test new messaging or objection-handling strategies, and fuel a culture of coaching and experimentation. It’s micro-enablement at its best; an always-on, safe space to experiment, packed with relevant feedback that helps reps sharpen their skills in quick 5-10 minute bursts,” said Maya-Luisa Galvan, Head of Revenue Enablement at Panorama Education.

“Luster is harnessing AI advancements in a way that superpowers sales reps, sales managers, and sales enablement in ways that previously weren’t possible. I’m blown away by customers’ improved revenue, ramp time, pipeline, and manager time savings. Companies not using Luster are needlessly underperforming their potential,” said Mike Langellier, Partner at High Alpha, an early Luster investor. “The Luster team is unique in their level of sales and enablement experience. They know the customer and the market remarkably well, and I am excited for their growth journey ahead.”

“GTM teams have little room for error when speaking with prospects, and predictive coaching is nearly impossible in real time. Luster addresses avoidable errors that can lead to lost deals, reduced revenue, and, in the worst cases, hinder reps from learning through experience,” said Scott Kraege, partner at Ivy Ventures. “Luster’s team knows this problem because they’ve lived it. They’ve taken decades of deep sales experience and turned it into a platform that finally makes enablement proactive, measurable and effective. We’re proud to back a team that’s changing how sales organizations practice and perform.”

To learn more about Luster, visit luster.ai.

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About Luster
Luster is the first AI-powered Predictive Enablement™ platform built to stop customer-facing teams from making preventable mistakes before they cost revenue. Powered by proprietary first-of-its-kind technology, Luster is the only AI solution capable of diagnosing individual skill gaps, predicting where reps are likely to struggle next, and prescribing personalized enablement solutions before those gaps impact performance and revenue.

Reps can build confidence through hyper-realistic, low-stakes simulations, skill drills, and roleplays aligned to real buyer personas and sales stages. Calendar and CRM integrations automatically surface relevant practice ahead of important calls, while manager dashboards and custom AI coaching plans and prompts highlight team strengths and weaknesses to help managers focus individual coaching where it matters most. The result: fewer costly errors, faster ramp times, higher conversion rates and more predictable revenue.

For more information, visit www.luster.ai, or follow Luster on LinkedIn.

Nicole Biemer
nicole@nbpublicity.com

SOURCE: Luster Inc

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 21, 2025 / Every generation learns the lesson too late. Pearl Harbor was struck at dawn, and within three hours America was at war. 9/11 took only minutes to unfold, yet it reshaped two decades of global security and conflict. The warning signs were visible, but ignored until it was too late. That is the brutal rhythm of history: attacks that appear isolated in the moment ultimately rewrite the course of the world.

The latest discovery on our own soil proves the next crisis is already taking shape. Worse, it was in the late planning stages. Investigators found more than 300 servers and 100,000 SIM cards hidden in plain sight inside New York apartments; not the arsenal of a foreign power, but a logistics operation staged on our doorstep. If those devices had been activated, emergency networks could have collapsed into static, hospitals would have scrambled, and the government would have been forced to respond as if the country were under attack. Escalation would not have been optional; it would have been immediate and, at the very least, proportionally devastating.

In this foiled attempt, the nightmare to fear wasn’t bombs falling from the sky but silence – phones dead, grids stalled, sensors blind. A quiet attack that forces a loud response, where escalation becomes unstoppable and history repeats its toll in lives, treasure, and time. That’s why SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) is being viewed as more than just a technology company, but as one that also offers a defense against a new kind of warfare, where scale and silence are the weapons, and proof is the countermeasure that breaks them.

SMX Exposes the Imposters at the “Proof” Level

SMX embeds microscopic molecular markers directly into materials at the manufacturing stage, including plastics, computer chips, hardware, metals, liquids, and even telecom components, thereby giving every part a permanent, machine-readable identity that takes it from anonymous to auditable in seconds. A cloned SIM is flagged before it can activate. A counterfeit router never makes it onto the grid. A nuclear sensor without a verified chain of custody is rejected outright.

Proof changes everything. Forensics will always arrive too late, sifting through rubble after escalation has already begun. Prevention has to come first. SMX makes that possible by replacing human guesswork with machine certainty. One scan answers three questions instantly: where did this part come from, who touched it, and is it the same one that cleared certification. Proof eliminates the lag that attackers depend on.

And proof scales. SMX has already implemented its system in industries where authenticity is non-negotiable, ranging from recycled plastics and metals to luxury goods. The same molecular fingerprint that certifies a polymer can certify a telecom chip. The same block-chain ledger that authenticates steel can authenticate grid hardware. Fraud is fraud whether it attacks commerce or national security, and SMX technology collapses it at the source.

Stop the Madness Before It Ever Starts

That makes SMX’s technology more than timely; it makes it impossible to ignore. Each attack tries to outdo the last, which means the stakes could not be higher. The next Pearl Harbor or 9/11 won’t look like the previous, but the result will be the same: escalation that swallows years and destabilizes nations.

The difference is that this time, the attack won’t have to come from bombs or planes. It can be built from ordinary devices that are hiding in plain-site supply chains until it’s too late to stop. Unless, of course, those devices are no longer anonymous. Unless proof is built in. Unless SMX’s markers are the checkpoint between logistics and catastrophe.

History doesn’t repeat because adversaries are brilliant. It repeats because societies wait until the opening bell has already rung. SMX offers a way to break that cycle. To stop the next attack not after it happens, but before it ever begins. By proving authenticity at the source, SMX shows that proof itself is the ultimate form of prevention. And with it, the bell of escalation, the one history has tolled too many times, may never have to ring again.

About SMX

As global businesses face new and complex challenges relating to carbon neutrality and meeting new governmental and regional regulations and standards, SMX is able to offer players along the value chain access to its marking, tracking, measuring and digital platform technology to transition more successfully to a low-carbon economy.

Forward-Looking Statements

The information in this press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding expectations, hopes, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future. In addition, any statements that refer to projections, forecasts or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “forecast,” “intends,” “may,” “will,” “might,” “plan,” “possible,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “would” and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements in this press release may include, for example: matters relating to the Company’s fight against abusive and possibly illegal trading tactics against the Company’s stock; successful launch and implementation of SMX’s joint projects with manufacturers and other supply chain participants of gold, steel, rubber and other materials; changes in SMX’s strategy, future operations, financial position, estimated revenues and losses, projected costs, prospects and plans; SMX’s ability to develop and launch new products and services, including its planned Plastic Cycle Token; SMX’s ability to successfully and efficiently integrate future expansion plans and opportunities; SMX’s ability to grow its business in a cost-effective manner; SMX’s product development timeline and estimated research and development costs; the implementation, market acceptance and success of SMX’s business model; developments and projections relating to SMX’s competitors and industry; and SMX’s approach and goals with respect to technology. These forward-looking statements are based on information available as of the date of this press release, and current expectations, forecasts and assumptions, and involve a number of judgments, risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing views as of any subsequent date, and no obligation is undertaken to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date they were made, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws. As a result of a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties, actual results or performance may be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Some factors that could cause actual results to differ include: the ability to maintain the listing of the Company’s shares on Nasdaq; changes in applicable laws or regulations; any lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on SMX’s business; the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations, and identify and realize additional opportunities; the risk of downturns and the possibility of rapid change in the highly competitive industry in which SMX operates; the risk that SMX and its current and future collaborators are unable to successfully develop and commercialize SMX’s products or services, or experience significant delays in doing so; the risk that the Company may never achieve or sustain profitability; the risk that the Company will need to raise additional capital to execute its business plan, which may not be available on acceptable terms or at all; the risk that the Company experiences difficulties in managing its growth and expanding operations; the risk that third-party suppliers and manufacturers are not able to fully and timely meet their obligations; the risk that SMX is unable to secure or protect its intellectual property; the possibility that SMX may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; and other risks and uncertainties described in SMX’s filings from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

EMAIL: info@securitymattersltd.com

SOURCE: SMX (Security Matters) Public Limited

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Global Sales Leader to Drive Unified Strategy and Accelerate Customer-Centric Growth

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 21, 2025 / Foundry, the leading global tech media, data, and marketing services company, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Gregory Anderson as Global Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). With two decades of proven success driving sales performance across technology and media sectors, Anderson joins Foundry with a clear focus on enhancing the buyer journey and accelerating strategic growth globally.

Anderson joins Foundry from Informa TechTarget, where he most recently served as Chief Sales Officer at Omdia. During his tenure, he held several other key leadership roles, including positions leading sales and the integration of major acquisitions such as BrightTALK and Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG). He also spent eight years as VP of Sales for APAC at Informa TechTarget, where he helped expand regional operations.

“We are thrilled to welcome Greg to the Foundry team as our new CRO,” said Mike Finnerty, CEO of Foundry. “Greg brings a wealth of experience and a strong track record in our industry, making him uniquely positioned to build on the momentum we’ve created. His leadership will be instrumental in strengthening our connection with the world’s most influential IT leaders and helping them make informed purchasing decisions.”

As B2B marketing evolves toward more human and personalized data-driven engagement, Foundry remains committed to helping technology companies connect with buyers in meaningful ways. By combining intent data with powerful storytelling, Foundry delivers experiences that resonate with buyers’ unique needs, foster trust, and build valuable relationships.

“I’m inspired by the opportunity to help shape Foundry’s next chapter alongside Mike and with the support of Regent, which truly understands the value of trusted editorial brands,” said Greg Anderson, Global Chief Revenue Officer of Foundry. “This role brings me back to what I love – partnering with technology marketers to connect their brands with buyers through trusted editorial channels. With Foundry’s respected voices and unique blend of digital and in-person communities, we’re positioned to be a reliable resource in a time of growing AI-driven misinformation. I’m excited to work with the team to uncover new growth opportunities and deliver solutions that help vendors reach, inform, and build trust with decision-makers.”

To learn more about Foundry’s technology marketing and buyer engagement solutions, please visit: foundryco.com.

About Foundry

Foundry helps companies bring their visions to reality through a combination of media, marketing technologies and proprietary data on a global scale. Our platforms are powered by data from an owned and operated ecosystem of global editorial brands, awards, and events, all engineered and integrated to drive marketing campaigns for technology companies.

Foundry is one of the world’s leading tech media, data and marketing services companies, and is the proud owner of the global tech sector’s most revered media brands – CIO, Computerworld, CSO, InfoWorld, Macworld, Network World, PCWorld, Tech Advisor and TechHive. To learn more, visit  foundryco.com.

Ameera McNeal, Marketing Director
Ameera_mcneal@foundryco.com
914-610-0221

SOURCE: Foundry

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CellRight announces Senior leadership changes, implementation of new commercial plan and cost reduction initiatives

SAN ANTONIO, TX / ACCESS Newswire / October 21, 2025 / CellRight Technologies, LLC, a specialist in regenerative osteoinductive bone scaffolds for patient implants, announces the following organisational changes, whilst remaining focussed on restoring Group revenue growth and profitability, and driving sustainable, long-term growth.

Jay LeCoque, newly appointed Executive Chairman of Tissue Regenix, has been appointed acting CEO and Executive Chairman, replacing Daniel Lee as Chief Executive Officer, who has left the Company. Jay brings extensive experience from his role as Executive Chairman of Source BioScience Limited, Commercial Director of Bioquell PLC, and CEO of Celsis International PLC and Limited. He has over 25 years of senior management experience in the global business development of UK listed and privately held life sciences companies. 

Kirsten Lund, former Tissue Regenix Group plc Finance Director from 2019 until 2022, and currently EMEA Business Director and Company Secretary, has been appointed to the Board as Chief Financial Officer. Kirsten has a mandate to implement strict financial controls across the business and a comprehensive review of the Group’s cost structure.

Following a restatement of year-end inventory and cost of sales for the financial year ended 31 December 2024, the Company’s new senior management team are initiating a $2m+ cost reduction initiative, to deliver improved Gross Margins and EBITDA performance. At the same time, a new commercial plan is being implemented to expand the direct sales and distribution footprint, and to secure further clinical data to strengthen claim support for the superiority of the Company’s products.

CellRight is based at a 13,650 sq ft facility in Universal City, San Antonio and processes all products that use the BioRinse^® and dCELL® processing platform. The Company’s patented decellularisation technology removes DNA and other cellular material from animal and human soft tissue, leaving an acellular tissue scaffold not rejected by the patient’s body that can be used to repair diseased or damaged body structures.

Jay LeCoque, Executive Chairman and CEO of Tissue Regenix, commented: “Since joining the Group just 40 days ago on 7 September, we have undertaken significant changes to improve our financial, operational and commercial performance. I am aware that this restatement has caused some immediate concerns and our priorities remain focused on delivering a sustained recovery for the business. The Board remains confident that by executing on these plans, we can deliver on the Group’s potential to develop a great business that creates meaningful value for patients, customers and our shareholders.”

For more information:

Tissue Regenix Group plc	www.tissueregenix.com
Jay LeCoque, Executive Chairman	via Walbrook PR
Walbrook PR (Media Relations)	Tel: +44 (0)20 7933 8780 or TissueRegenix@walbrookpr.com
Alice Woodings / Paul McManus	Mob: +44 (0)7407 804 654 / +44 (0)7980 541 893

About CellRight Technologies, LLC
CellRight Technologies, LLC is a full-owned subsidiary of Tissue Regenix Group plc: www.tissueregenix.com

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Matey and the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (SCACDL) announce an exclusive partnership to bring trusted, transparent AI eDiscovery tools to defense attorneys across South Carolina, helping criminal defense lawyers quickly organize discovery, analyze evidence, and prepare stronger cases with secure, citation-based technology.

AUSTIN, TEXAS / ACCESS Newswire / October 21, 2025 / Matey, the AI platform designed to help legal professionals save time and strengthen case preparation, is proud to announce a new partnership with the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (SCACDL). Through this collaboration, Matey becomes SCACDL’s exclusive AI partner for eDiscovery, supporting defense attorneys across South Carolina with trusted, transparent technology.

The partnership reflects a shared mission to advance the practice of criminal defense through innovation and integrity. As part of the collaboration, Matey will participate in SCACDL-hosted events throughout the year, providing hands-on demonstrations, educational sessions, and practical guidance on how AI can help attorneys efficiently organize discovery, review evidence, and prepare with confidence for court.

“We’re truly honored to partner with SCACDL,” said Jaime Donoahue, Director of Partnerships & Outreach, Matey. “We’ve gotten to know the SCACDL community and really appreciate the heart and dedication of its members. Being around such passionate defense attorneys has been a joy, and we’re excited to keep showing up, supporting their work, and helping them bring trusted AI into their practice with confidence.”

Matey’s secure AI platform helps attorneys identify key information across videos, audio, and transcripts, verify outputs through citations and audit logs, and collaborate effectively across teams. Each insight is backed by citations and reviewability, ensuring lawyers can trust the results in their casework.

“This collaboration reinforces SCACDL’s commitment to providing our members with innovative, reliable resources that support their work in and out of the courtroom,” said Kitty Sutton, Executive Director, SCACDL. “Matey’s approach to eDiscovery aligns perfectly with our focus on professionalism, accuracy, and client advocacy.”

Together, SCACDL and Matey are setting a new standard for how defense attorneys can leverage AI responsibly – combining efficiency with the trust and accountability essential to criminal defense.

For more information, visit www.matey.ai or www.scacdl.org.

Contact Information

Jason Whitson
COO
jason@matey.ai

Jaime Donoahue
Director of Partnerships & Outreach
jaime.donoahue@matey.ai

SOURCE: Matey

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Industry giants, including AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson, General Mills, and Kraft Heinz, to present real-world case studies in Miami

MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / October 22, 2025 / OMP, a global leader in supply chain planning solutions, announced its lineup of customer speakers for the OMP REAL Conference 2025, taking place November 18-19 in Miami. The event will gather industry leaders, technology innovators, and supply chain experts to share how AI-powered supply chain planning delivers real business results.

Speakers include executives from world-leading organizations, including Arxada,AstraZeneca, Beiersdorf, Eastman, Johnson & Johnson, Kraft Heinz, Land O’Lakes, and Visy. They will share real-world case studies of how they’re leveraging OMP’s Unison Planning™ to boost supply chain agility, resilience, and sustainability. Explore the program.

Conference theme: REAL

This year’s theme – Real expertise. Real solutions. Real results. – underscores OMP’s commitment to deliver tangible impact through deep industry expertise, an open cloud-native AI-driven platform, and measurable outcomes. The highlight will be a showcase ofUnisonIQ, OMP’s AI orchestration framework that enables always-on decision intelligence across the end-to-end supply chain.

Designed for leaders driving transformation or looking to stay ahead of disruption, the OMP Conference offers a unique opportunity to connect with industry peers and share best practices. Participants will explore how human-AI collaboration is shaping the next era of planning excellence through keynotes, interactive sessions, and peer-to-peer learning.

Recognized excellence in supply chain planning

Recently, ten OMP customers – including Diageo, Johnson & Johnson, and Procter & Gamble – were honored in the 2025 Gartner® Supply Chain Top 25 and Masters. During the conference, OMP will recognize several customers for their outstanding supply chain performance.

“Our customers are at the forefront of supply chain innovation,” said Kurt Gillis, OMP’s Chief Industry & Commercial Officer. “Through human-AI synergy, they are redefining global supply chains with measurable impact across efficiency, service levels, and resilience.”

Register today to learn more about these impressive supply chain transformations.

About OMP

OMP helps companies facing complex planning challenges to excel, grow, and thrive by offering the best digitized supply chain planning solution on the market. Hundreds of customers in a wide range of industries – spanning consumer goods, life sciences, chemicals, metals, paper and packaging – benefit from using OMP’s unique Unison Planning™.

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Malaysia modernizes mobile command and control, securing voice and messaging for inter-agency coordination with BlackBerry AtHoc and BlackBerry SecuSUITE

KUALA LUMPUR, MY / ACCESS Newswire / October 21, 2025 / BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) today announced that Malaysia has deployed BlackBerry® AtHoc® and BlackBerry® SecuSUITE® to secure communications and protect people during the ASEAN Summit events in 2025, including the 46th ASEAN Summit held in May, and the 47th ASEAN Summit taking place in Kuala Lumpur from October 26 to 28.

The ASEAN Summits are among the region’s most complex diplomatic events, involving more than 500 meetings and thousands of personnel across multiple government agencies. Coordinated by Malaysia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs through the ASEAN Main Logistics Secretariat (SILA), the Summits bring together heads of state, ministers, and officials from ASEAN member countries and key partners across the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

Following a successful deployment at the 46th Summit, SILA has expanded its use of BlackBerry’s secure communications platform to protect command and control operations, both within the Summit’s operations center and on the move. As advanced signal intelligence capabilities become increasingly available to malicious actors, safeguarding mobile communications has never been more critical.

BlackBerry AtHoc, a critical event management platform, combines secure emergency notifications with incident response tools to enable real-time mobile coordination across agencies. BlackBerry SecuSUITE, a NATO-certified, military-grade secure voice and messaging solution, protects sensitive conversations from interception and espionage targeting mobile communications.

His Excellency Raja Saifful Ridzuwan Raja Kamaruddin, Head of SILA, said: “Around 80% of our inter-agency communications are secured – and some are highly confidential and directly tied to the safety of Heads of State and officials. With BlackBerry, we found an encrypted, open communications platform that protects sensitive information while improving coordination.”

John Giamatteo, CEO of BlackBerry, added: “As ASEAN Chair in 2025, Malaysia is setting a new standard for sovereign secure communications at scale. BlackBerry is honoured to support SILA and the Government of Malaysia with advanced, military-grade solutions that safeguard people, protect sensitive conversations, and keep complex operations moving in real time.”

During the 46th Summit, 100 liaison officers (LOs) used BlackBerry AtHoc to send secure, location-based alerts and manage coordination. The upcoming 47th Summit will expand to 150 LOs, all equipped with AtHoc and SecuSUITE on iOS and standard Android devices. This flexibility allows LOs to securely communicate with visiting delegations and foreign teams, reducing the number of devices needed while maintaining end-to-end encrypted voice and secure messaging from anywhere.

BlackBerry AtHoc also enables mobile command-and-control, helping officials monitor movements, respond swiftly to weather or security incidents, and coordinate seamlessly across agencies such as the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) using validated, secure information.

“Five minutes can mean 50 missed messages,” H.E. Raja Saifful added. “BlackBerry AtHoc streamlines how we communicate across agencies, while SecuSUITE encrypts voice instructions to prevent eavesdropping and leaks. For the 47th ASEAN Summit, we are expanding both solutions to deliver a safe, seamless, and highly coordinated event.”

The technology and standards deployed are comparable to those used during the 2018 and 2025 G7 Summits and Ministerial Meetings, where the Government of Canada’s Summits Management Office under Global Affairs Canada relied on BlackBerry AtHoc for secure, integrated communication across multiple government departments-setting a benchmark for operational resilience and inter-agency collaboration.

See the video here and blog here. For more information, visit BlackBerry.com and follow @BlackBerry.

About BlackBerry

BlackBerry (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) provides enterprises and governments the intelligent software and services that power the world around us. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, the company’s high-performance foundational software enables major automakers and industrial giants alike to unlock transformative applications, drive new revenue streams and launch innovative business models, all without sacrificing safety, security, and reliability. With a deep heritage in Secure Communications, BlackBerry delivers operational resiliency with a comprehensive, highly secure, and extensively certified portfolio for mobile fortification, mission-critical communications, and critical events management.

Trademarks, including but not limited to BLACKBERRY and EMBLEM Design, are the trademarks or registered trademarks of BlackBerry Limited, and the exclusive rights to such trademarks are expressly reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. BlackBerry is not responsible for any third-party products or services.

Media Contacts:

BlackBerry Media Relations
+1 (519) 597-7273
mediarelations@BlackBerry.com

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https://www.myasean2025.my/photos/

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Company Advances Roadmap Ahead of Schedule; Expands Blockchain Applications Beyond Ticketing to Accreditation in Education and Healthcare

NEW YORK, NY AND TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / October 21, 2025 / Nextech3D.ai (CSE:NTAR)(OTCQX:NEXCF)(FSE:1SS), an AI-first technology company specializing in event management, 3D modeling, and spatial computing, is pleased to announce the launch of its Blockchain Ticketing Platform powered by Ethereum, with support for Coinbase Wallet and MetaMask.

This launch accelerates the Company’s previously announced two-track blockchain strategy, which included:

• Phase 1: a custodial wallet solution targeted for Q4 2025; and

• Phase 2: a self-custody personal wallet option originally planned for early 2026.

Thanks to Nextechs3d.ai recent acquisition of Eventdex which had already developed a personal wallet architecture, the Company is now launching the personal wallet first, ahead of schedule. This milestone strengthens Nextech3D.ai’s position as a leader in AI-driven and blockchain-secured event technology.

Secure, Decentralized Ticketing on Ethereum

The new blockchain ticketing platform enables event organizers and attendees to issue, store, and verify tickets as Ethereum-based tokens, seamlessly connected to Coinbase and MetaMask wallets. These blockchain-integrated tickets are:

• Fraud-Resistant: Immutable, traceable smart contracts eliminate duplication and counterfeit risks.

• Programmable: Organizers can embed VIP access, sponsor perks, or resale royalties directly into each ticket.

• Interoperable: Works across Ethereum-based wallets and decentralized applications.

“This launch marks a major leap forward in the event industry,” said Evan Gappelberg, CEO of Nextech3D.ai. “By combining blockchain security, wallet interoperability, and AI-driven event automation, we’re creating a frictionless ecosystem for organizers, exhibitors, and attendees. It’s not just about ticketing-it’s about trust, transparency, and value.”

Beyond Ticketing: Blockchain Accreditation

While blockchain ticketing is the first application, Nextech3D.ai sees enormous potential to extend this technology into blockchain-based accreditation and credentialing-particularly for the Company’s continuing education clients in healthcare, higher education, and professional certification.

Using the same Ethereum infrastructure, Nextech3D.ai will enable event and education customers to issue verifiable, on-chain certificates that prove attendance, accreditation, and achievement-all easily stored and shared through blockchain wallets like Coinbase and MetaMask.

“Our education and healthcare partners are already using our platforms to manage continuing education and compliance programs,” added Gappelberg. “With blockchain accreditation, we’re turning those records into verifiable digital assets-giving institutions and participants a secure, permanent record of professional growth.”

AI + Blockchain: The Future of Event and Education Technology

Nextech3D.ai’s AI Event Suite now includes:

• AI Matchmaking: Intelligent, data-driven networking to connect attendees and exhibitors.

• AI Event Assistant: A real-time, multilingual event concierge available 24/7.

• Blockchain Ticketing: Decentralized ticketing and accreditation on Ethereum with Coinbase and MetaMask wallet support.

This integrated approach positions Nextech3D.ai to lead the convergence of AI, blockchain, and automation in global event and education markets, a sector representing multi-billion-dollar opportunities.

The company has entered into agreements (the “Agreements“) with certain service providers of the Company pursuant to which the Company proposes to issue an aggregate of 3,688,218 common shares at a deemed price of Cdn$ 0.19 per share in consideration of past services and satisfaction of outstanding indebtedness

The share issuances remain subject to the approval of the Canadian Securities Exchange.

This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of any of the securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful, including any of the securities in the United States of America. The securities described herein have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “1933 Act“) or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to, or for account or benefit of, U.S. Persons (as defined in Regulation S under the 1933 Act) unless registered under the 1933 Act and applicable state securities laws, or an exemption from such registration requirements is available.

About Nextech3D.ai

Nextech3D.ai (OTCQX: NEXCF | CSE: NTAR | FSE: 1SS) is an AI-first technology company developing advanced solutions for event management, 3D modeling, and spatial computing. Through its flagship Map D and Eventdex platforms, Nextech3D.ai powers thousands of events annually with interactive floor mapping, registration, ticketing, mobile apps, AI matchmaking, and now, blockchain ticketing and accreditation.

For further information, please visit: www.Nextech3D.ai.

Investor Relations: investors@nextechar.com

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National awards spotlight innovation, leadership, and impact across Canada’s digital economy

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / October 21, 2025 / Canada’s leading technology executives will be recognized this month at the 2025 CanadianCIO of the Year Awards, honouring the CIOs and CISOs driving transformation and resilience across the country.

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