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PulteGroup Named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® List for Fifth Consecutive Year

PulteGroup Named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® List for Fifth Consecutive Year

ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
For the fifth consecutive year, Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine have recognized PulteGroup (NYSE: PHM) as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® in 2025. This year, PulteGroup ranks 47th, demonstrating Pulte’s dedication to creating a workplace where employees thrive through meaningful collaboration, innovation, and shared success.

“Our consistent recognition on the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list reflects what we value most at PulteGroup—our culture. Doing the right thing is not just good business; it is the foundation of meaningful work that moves you,” said Ryan Marshall, PulteGroup President and Chief Executive Officer. “I am proud to lead an organization where our team members find fulfillment in what they do and pride in where they work. This achievement belongs to every PulteGroup employee who makes our workplace exceptional.”

The Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For is selected by Great Place To Work®, the world’s leading authority on workplace culture, and is based on confidential employee feedback from millions of U.S. employees. Along with the Great Place to Work survey of all employees, PulteGroup provided a detailed submission describing how it creates an enriching, diverse and inclusive environment for all employees through dedicated training, programming, policies, and benefits.

Among the aggregate responses provided to Great Place to Work® from PulteGroup employees:

  • 93% of respondents indicated that PulteGroup is a great place to work.
  • 95% of respondents said they are given a lot of responsibility.
  • 97% of employees were made to feel welcome when they joined the company.
  • 94% of employees said management is honest and ethical in its business practice.
  • 95% of employees are proud to tell others they work at PulteGroup.

The Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For List is highly competitive. Companies are only considered for the list if they are a Great Place to Work Certified™ organization with 1,000 or more employees in the U.S. Companies are assessed on their ability to create a great employee experience that cuts across job level, business unit, race, gender, age, disability status, or any aspect of employee identity.

Earning a spot on the list is an important indicator of overall company performance. Companies on the 100 Best list consistently outperform the market and exceed their competitors on key business measures like retention and innovation.

“Leaders are the reason a business succeeds or fails,” says Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place To Work. “In the more than 30 years we’ve studied the workplace, our data proves that how you treat people shows up in your financial performance.”

This year’s list of winners offers compelling insights into the workforce strategies needed to thrive in the AI era.

“When you measure trust, you uncover the potential that exists in an organization,” Bush says. “Employees at companies on this list have higher levels of trust in their leaders and in their organization, unlocking their creativity, passion, and resilience.”

“Fortune is happy to have collaborated with Great Place To Work for the 28th year to recognize the 100 Best Companies to Work For,” says Alyson Shontel, editor-in-chief of Fortune. “In a difficult macro environment with unprecedented challenges, these companies seemed to navigate their organizations toward steady and positive working environments for employees. Congratulations to all who were recognized.”

For information about career opportunities at PulteGroup, visit https://pultegroup.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PGI

About PulteGroup

PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM), based in Atlanta, Georgia, is one of America’s largest homebuilding companies with operations in more than 45 markets throughout the country. Through its brand portfolio that includes Centex, Pulte Homes, Del Webb, DiVosta Homes, American West and John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, the company is one of the industry’s most versatile homebuilders able to meet the needs of multiple buyer groups and respond to changing consumer demand. PulteGroup’s purpose is building incredible places where people can live their dreams.

For more information about PulteGroup, Inc. and PulteGroup brands, go to pultegroup.com; pulte.com; centex.com; delwebb.com; divosta.com; jwhomes.com; and americanwesthomes.com. Follow PulteGroup, Inc. on X: @PulteGroupNews.

About the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For

Great Place to Work selected the 100 Best list by gathering and analyzing more than 1.3 million confidential survey responses representing the experiences of more than 8.4 million U.S. employees. Of those, over 670,000 responses were received from employees at eligible companies, and this list is based on that feedback. Organizations are assessed on their efforts to create generous, supportive, high-performance work experiences for every employee in the organization. Companies must be Great Place To Work Certified™ with 1,000 or more employees in the U.S. and cannot be a government agency. Read the full methodology. To be considered, all companies use the Great Place to Work Trust Index™ survey. To get on this list next year, start here.

About Great Place To Work

As the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place To Work brings 30 years of groundbreaking research and data to help every place become a great place to work for all. Its proprietary platform and Great Place To Work Model help companies evaluate the experience of every employee, with exemplary workplaces becoming Great Place To Work Certified and receiving recognition on a coveted Best Workplaces™ list. Follow Great Place To Work on LinkedIn, X, and Instagram or visit greatplacetowork.com and sign up for the newsletter to learn more.

About Fortune

Fortune upholds a legacy of award-winning writing and trusted reporting for executives who want to make business better. Independently owned, with a global perspective and digital agility, Fortune tells the stories of a new generation of innovators, builders, and risk-takers. Online and in print, Fortune measures corporate performance through rigorous benchmarks and holds companies accountable. Fortune creates communities by convening true thought leaders and iconoclasts — those who shape industry, commerce, and society — through powerful and prestigious lists, events, and conferences, such as the iconic Fortune 500, the CEO Initiative, and Most Powerful Women. For more information, visit fortune.com.

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Superior Group of Companies’ Michael Benstock Featured on Smart Money Circle

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — — Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) today announced that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Michael Benstock was interviewed on the Smart Money Circle podcast, hosted by renowned investor Adam Sarhan. The interview is now available for viewing on the Smart Money Circle YouTube channel. Investors can also access the interview via Superior Group of Companies’ website at https://ir.superiorgroupofcompanies.com/presentations.

About Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (SGC):

Established in 1920, Superior Group of Companies is comprised of three attractive business segments each serving large, fragmented and growing addressable markets. Across Healthcare Apparel, Branded Products and Contact Centers, each segment enables businesses to create extraordinary brand engagement experiences for their customers and employees. SGC’s commitment to service, quality, advanced technology, and omnichannel commerce provides unparalleled competitive advantages. We are committed to enhancing shareholder value by continuing to pursue a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions. For more information, please visit www.superiorgroupofcompanies.com.

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ROLLINS, INC. COMPLETES ACQUISTION OF SAELA HOLDINGS, LLC, A LEADING PEST MANAGEMENT COMPANY

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  • Highly complementary end market exposure that provides strategic growth opportunities
  • Transaction financed through cash on hand and commercial paper
  • Pro forma leverage ratio not expected to exceed 1.0x


ATLANTA
, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Rollins, Inc. (NYSE:ROL) (“Rollins”), a premier global consumer and commercial services company, today announced that it has acquired Saela Holdings, LLC (“Saela” or the “Company”). Saela employs more than 250 teammates and is headquartered in Orem, Utah. The Company ranks as the 23rd largest pest management company according to PCT 100 rankings with over $65 million in annual revenue. Additional transaction details will be disclosed during Rollins’ first quarter 2025 earnings conference call.

Founded in 2008, Saela provides services for both residential and commercial customers across nine states. The Company has a diversified approach to customer acquisition, deploying traditional inside sales teams, technician sales efforts, as well as door-to-door marketing services. Saela has been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list as one of the fastest growing private companies in America.

“The acquisition of Saela will accelerate our long-term growth strategy and expand our presence in key geographies, including the Pacific Northwest, Mountain West, and Midwestern United States. While Saela will operate as a standalone brand, its service areas are highly complementary to our current portfolio. Saela has established itself as a high-quality, customer focused business anchored by a strong culture,” said Jerry Gahlhoff, President and CEO of Rollins.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Rollins, a world-class organization, to create long-lasting opportunity for our team members. Rollins and Saela are closely aligned in the way we value people, leadership, and customer service, which is why there was no question that Rollins is the right partner for us as we begin the next chapter for Saela,” said Andrew Richardson, Chairman and CEO of Saela.

The Potomac Company acted as exclusive financial advisor to Saela on the transaction.

About Rollins, Inc.

Rollins, Inc. (ROL) is a premier global consumer and commercial services company. Through its family of leading brands, the Company and its franchises provide essential pest control services and protection against termite damage, rodents, and insects to more than 2.8 million customers in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia, with more than 20,000 employees from more than 800 locations. Rollins is parent to Orkin, HomeTeam Pest Defense, Clark Pest Control, Northwest Exterminating, McCall Service, Trutech, Critter Control, Western Pest Services, Waltham Services, OPC Pest Services, The Industrial Fumigant Company, PermaTreat, Crane Pest Control, MissQuito, Fox Pest Control, Orkin Canada, Orkin Australia, Safeguard (United Kingdom), Aardwolf Pestkare (Singapore), and more. You can learn more about Rollins and its subsidiaries by visiting www.rollins.com.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release as well as other written or oral statements by the Company may contain “forward-looking statements” as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We have based these forward-looking statements on our current opinions, expectations, intentions, beliefs, plans, objectives, assumptions and projections about future events and financial trends affecting the operating results and financial condition of our business. Although we believe that these forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot assure you that we will achieve or realize these plans, intentions, or expectations. Generally, statements that do not relate to historical facts, including statements concerning possible or assumed future actions, business strategies, events or results of operations, are forward-looking statements. The words “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “possible,” “potential,” “predict,” “should,” “will,” “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 include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: the belief that Saela’s highly complementary end market exposure provides strategic growth opportunities; the expectations that the pro forma leverage ratio will not exceed 1.0x; the expectations that the acquisition of Saela will (i) accelerate Rollins’ long-term growth strategy and expand its presence in key geographies and (ii) create long-lasting opportunity for team members; and the belief that Saela will operate as a standalone brand.

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. Important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated or implied by forward-looking statements including, but not limited to, those set forth in the sections entitled “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 and may also be described from time to time in our future reports filed with the SEC.  Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing our views as of any subsequent date, and we do not undertake any obligation 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 by law.

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ADP National Employment Report: Private Sector Employment Increased by 155,000 Jobs in March; Annual Pay was Up 4.6%

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ROSELAND, N.J.
, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Private sector employment increased by 155,000 jobs in March and annual pay was up 4.6 percent year-over-year, according to the March ADP® National Employment Report™ produced by ADP Research in collaboration with the Stanford Digital Economy Lab (“Stanford Lab“). The ADP National Employment Report is an independent measure and high-frequency view of the private-sector labor market based on actual, anonymized payroll data of more than 25 million U.S. employees.

The jobs report and pay insights use ADP’s fine-grained anonymized and aggregated payroll data to provide a representative picture of the private-sector labor market. The report details the current month’s total private employment change, and weekly job data from the previous month. Because the underlying ADP payroll databases are continuously updated, the report provides a high-frequency, near real-time measure of U.S. employment. This measure reflects the number of employees on ADP client payrolls (Payroll Employment) to provide a richer understanding of the labor market. As of January 2025, ADP’s Pay Insights measure captures nearly 14.8 million individual pay change observations each month, up from nearly 10 million when it launched.

“Despite policy uncertainty and downbeat consumers, the bottom line is this: The March topline number was a good one for the economy and employers of all sizes, if not necessarily all sectors,” said Nela Richardson, chief economist, ADP.



March 2025 Report Highlights

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View the ADP National Employment Report and interactive charts at www.adpemploymentreport.com.


JOBS REPORT

Private employers added 155,000 jobs in March
Manufacturing delivered stronger-than-average job gains for the second straight month. Construction hiring slowed. Natural resources and trade, transportation, and utilities lost jobs.


Change in U.S. Private Employment

:     155,000

Change by Industry Sector

– Goods-producing:     
24,000

  • Natural resources/mining     -3,000
  • Construction     6,000
  • Manufacturing     21,000

– Service-providing:     132,000

  • Trade/transportation/utilities     -6,000
  • Information     3,000
  • Financial activities     38,000
  • Professional/business services     57,000
  • Education/health services     12,000
  • Leisure/hospitality     17,000
  • Other services     11,000

Change by U.S. Regions

– Northeast:     89,000

  • New England     57,000
  • Middle Atlantic     32,000

– Midwest:     81,000

  • East North Central     76,000
  • West North Central     5,000

– South:     27,000

  • South Atlantic     7,000
  • East South Central     24,000
  • West South Central     -4,000

– West:     -41,000

  • Mountain     -12,000
  • Pacific     -29,000

Change by Establishment Size

– Small establishments:     52,000

  • 1-19 employees     42,000
  • 20-49 employees     10,000

– Medium establishments:     43,000

  • 50-249 employees     34,000
  • 250-499 employees     9,000

– Large establishments:     59,000

  • 500+ employees     59,000


PAY INSIGHTS

Pay gains slowed in March
Year-over-year pay gains slowed to 4.6 percent for job-stayers and to 6.5 percent for job-changers. The pay premium for job-changers was 1.9 percentage points, matching a series low last seen in September.


Median Change in Annual Pay (ADP matched person sample)

– Job-Stayers     
4.6% 
– Job-Changers     6.5%

Median Change in Annual Pay for Job-Stayers by Industry Sector

– Goods-producing:                                                       

  • Natural resources/mining     4.3%
  • Construction     4.7%
  • Manufacturing     4.8%

– Service-providing:                                               

  • Trade/transportation/utilities     4.3%
  • Information     4.0%
  • Financial activities     5.3%
  • Professional/business services     4.4%
  • Education/health services     4.7%
  • Leisure/hospitality     4.7%
  • Other services     4.4%

Median Change in Annual Pay for Job-Stayers by Firm Size

– Small firms:                                                                

  • 1-19 employees     2.9%
  • 20-49 employees     4.2%

– Medium firms:                                                             

  • 50-249 employees     4.8%
  • 250-499 employees     5.0%

– Large firms:                                                                

  • 500+     employees 4.9%

To see Pay Insights by U.S. State, Gender, and Age for Job-Stayers, visit

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* Sum of components may not equal total due to rounding.

The February total number of jobs added was revised from 77,000 to 84,000. The historical data file and weekly data for the previous month are available at https://adpemploymentreport.com/.

To subscribe to monthly email alerts or obtain additional information about the ADP National Employment Report, including employment and pay data, interactive charts, methodology, and a calendar of release dates, please visit https://adpemploymentreport.com/.    

The April 2025ADP National Employment Report will be released at 8:15 a.m. ET on April 30, 2025.

About the ADP® National Employment Report™
The ADP National Employment Report is an independent measure of the change in U.S. private employment and pay derived from actual, anonymized payroll data of client companies served by ADP, a leading provider of human capital management solutions. The report is produced by ADP Research in collaboration with the Stanford Digital Economy Lab.

The ADP National Employment Report is broadly distributed to the public each month, free of charge, as part of the company’s commitment to offering deeper insights of the U.S. labor market and providing businesses and governments with a source of credible and valuable information.

About the ADP Research
The mission of ADP Research is to make the future of work more productive through data-driven discovery. Companies, workers, and policymakers rely on our finely tuned data and unique perspective to make informed decisions that impact workplaces around the world.

About ADP (NASDAQ – ADP)
Designing better ways to work through cutting-edge products, premium services and exceptional experiences that enable people to reach their full potential.  HR, Talent, Time Management, Benefits and Payroll. Informed by data and designed for people. Learn more at ADP.com

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ADP National Employment Report, ADP Research Institute and ADP Research are trademarks of ADP, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

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Heidmar Joins Nasdaq for Closing Bell

ATHENS, Greece and NEW YORK, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Heidmar Maritime Holdings Corp. (“Heidmar”) (NASDAQ: HMR), is pleased to announce that its senior leadership team will ring the Nasdaq Stock Market Closing Bell today at the Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square, New York.

Mr. Pankaj Khanna, CEO of Heidmar, commented:

“We are honored to ring the Nasdaq Closing Bell in celebration of Heidmar’s strategic progress and the renewed momentum we are building across our platform.”

The Closing Bell ceremony will be broadcast live on Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025 beginning at approximately 3:50 PM ET and can be viewed at: https://www.nasdaq.com/marketsite/bell-ringing-ceremony

About Heidmar, Inc.

Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, Heidmar is an Athens based, commercial and pool management business servicing the crude and product tanker market and is committed to safety, performance, relationships and transparency. With operations in Athens, London, Singapore, Chennai, Hong Kong and Dubai, Heidmar has a reputation as a reliable and responsible partner with a goal of maximizing our customers’ profitability. Heidmar seeks to offer vessel owners a “one stop” solution for all maritime services in the crude oil, refined petroleum products and dry bulk shipping sectors. Heidmar believes its unique business model and extensive experience in the maritime industry allows the Company to achieve premier market coverage and utilization, as well as provide customers in the sector with seamless commercial transportation services. For more information, please visit www.heidmar.com.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Investor Relations/Media Contact:

Nicolas Bornozis / Daniela Guerrero
Capital Link, Inc.
230 Park Avenue, Suite 1540
New York, N.Y. 10169
Tel.: (212) 661-7566
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Appili President and CEO, Don Cilla Will Join Aditxt Co-founder and CEO, Amro Albanna, at the Aditxt Weekly Update on April 4, 2025

Appili President and CEO, Don Cilla Will Join Aditxt Co-founder and CEO, Amro Albanna, at the Aditxt Weekly Update on April 4, 2025

Event exploring the increasing risk of emerging infectious diseases

Update on Appili transaction and recent operational highlights, including $117M submitted in federal funding applications

RICHMOND, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aditxt, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADTX) (“Aditxt” or the “Company”), a social innovation platform accelerating promising health innovations, today announced that Don Cilla, Pharm.D., M.B.A., President and CEO of Appili Therapeutics Inc. (“Appili”), a biopharmaceutical company focused on drug development for infectious diseases and medical countermeasures, will be joining at the upcoming Aditxt Weekly Update. The event, scheduled on April 4 at 11:30 am ET, will highlight the urgent need for infectious disease treatments, and the role of partnerships in accelerating promising health innovations.

Mr. Cilla will join to discuss how Appili is advancing a portfolio of opportunities in the area of public health. The event will also highlight Aditxt’s role as a strategic growth partner, seeking to accelerate promising health innovations and expand access to life-saving treatments worldwide.

Additionally, the discussion will provide insights into Appili’s non-dilutive funding capabilities, highlighting $33.2 million received in prior government awards, $117 million in new funding applications (link to press release), and an update to its United States Air Force Academy (“USAFA”) Cooperative Agreement for ATI-1701, biodefense vaccine candidate. This USAFA update features an increased General & Administrative (“G&A”) overhead recovery rate, applied retroactively to past and future invoices. The increase in the allowable G&A overhead recovery rate represents a potential significant benefit, which would enable Appili to optimize funding resources and advance ATI-1701.

Participants are encouraged to register in advance online:

Registration: Click here to register.

The Company invites participants to engage directly with the Company by submitting questions to [email protected].

About Appili Therapeutics

Appili Therapeutics is an infectious disease biopharmaceutical company that is purposefully built, portfolio-driven, and people-focused to fulfill its mission of solving life-threatening infections. By systematically identifying urgent infections with unmet needs, Appili’s goal is to strategically develop a pipeline of novel therapies to prevent deaths and improve lives. The Company is currently advancing a diverse range of anti-infectives, including an FDA approved ready-made suspension of metronidazole for the treatment of antimicrobial resistant infections, a vaccine candidate to eliminate a serious biological weapon threat, and a topical antiparasitic for the treatment of a disfiguring disease. Led by a proven management team, Appili is at the epicenter of the global fight against infection. For more information, visit www.AppiliTherapeutics.com.

About Aditxt

Aditxt, Inc. ® is a social innovation platform dedicated to accelerating promising health innovations. Aditxt’s ecosystem of research institutions, industry partners, and shareholders collaboratively drives its mission to “Make Promising Innovations Possible Together.” The innovation platform is the cornerstone of Aditxt’s strategy, where multiple disciplines drive disruptive growth and address significant societal challenges. Aditxt operates a unique model that democratizes innovation, ensures every stakeholder’s voice is heard and valued, and empowers collective progress.

Aditxt currently operates two programs focused on immune health and precision health. The Company plans to introduce two additional programs dedicated to public health and women’s health. For these, Aditxt has entered into an Arrangement Agreement with Appili Therapeutics, Inc. (“Appili”) (TSX: APLI; OTCPink: APLIF), which focuses on infectious diseases, and a Merger Agreement with Evofem Biosciences, Inc. (“Evofem”) (OTCQB: EVFM). Each program will be designed to function autonomously while collectively advancing Aditxt’s mission of discovering, developing and deploying innovative health solutions to tackle some of the most urgent health challenges. The closing of each of the transactions with Appili and Evofem is subject to several conditions, including but not limited to approval of the transactions by the respective target shareholders and Aditxt raising sufficient capital to fund its obligations at closing. These obligations include cash payments of approximately $17 million for Appili and $17 million for Evofem, which includes approximately $15.2 million required to satisfy Evofem’s senior secured noteholder; should Aditxt fail to secure these funds, Evofem’s senior secured noteholder is expected to seek to prevent the closing of the merger with Evofem. On Dec. 23, 2024, Evofem announced the cancellation of its special stockholders meeting and the withdrawal of the merger proposal with Aditxt from consideration by the stockholders. No assurance can be provided that all of the conditions to closing will be obtained or satisfied or that either of the transactions will ultimately close.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this press release constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding the Company’s intentions, beliefs, projections, outlook, analyses, or current expectations concerning, among other things, the Company’s ongoing and planned product and business development; the Company’s ability to finance and execute its strategic M&A initiatives; the Company’s ability to obtain the necessary funding and partner to commence clinical trials; the Company’s intellectual property position; the Company’s ability to develop commercial functions; expectations regarding product launch and revenue; the Company’s results of operations, cash needs, spending, financial condition, liquidity, prospects, growth, and strategies; the Company’s ability to raise additional capital; expected usage of the Company’s ELOC and ATM facilities; the industry in which the Company operates; and the trends that may affect the industry or the Company. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, as well as market and other conditions and those risks more fully discussed in the section titled “Risk Factors” in Aditxt’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, as well as discussions of potential risks, uncertainties, and other important factors in the Company’s other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All such statements speak only as of the date made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

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UFC® Announces Comprehensive Multiyear Partnership With Meta

UFC® Announces Comprehensive Multiyear Partnership With Meta

Meta Becomes UFC’s First Official Fan Technology Partner

Collaboration Includes Integration Across Meta’s Portfolio Including Meta AI, Meta Glasses, Meta Quest, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Threads

LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–UFC®, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization and part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), today announced a multiyear partnership with Meta to leverage its leading technologies to deliver unprecedented engagement with hundreds of millions of UFC fans around the world.

As UFC’s first Official Fan Technology Partner,Meta will collaborate with UFC to use Meta’s technology platforms, services, and products, including Meta AI, Meta Glasses, Meta Quest, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Threads, to immerse fans deeper into UFC content than ever before. In addition, Meta will become the Official AI Glasses Partnerof UFC and will work with UFC to creatively use their groundbreaking AI glasses in compelling ways at UFC events.

“I’ve had a lot of great partners over the years that have helped us grow this sport, but Mark and his team at Meta are going to do things that will blow away UFC fans,” said UFC President and CEO Dana White. “Meta has the greatest minds in tech and they are going to take fan engagement to the next level. We’ve already started to work on some innovations with Meta around a new fighter rankings system that I’ll be sharing soon. The next few years will be an absolute game changer for fans of this sport.”

“I love this sport and I’m looking forward to working with the UFC to let fans experience it in new ways,” said Mark Zuckerberg, Founder and CEO at Meta.

As the Official Fan Technology Partner of UFC,Meta will be integrated into UFC assets with extensive activations in all Pay-Per-Views and Fight Nights, including brand placement in the world-famous Octagon®, numerous broadcast features, and creative in-arena fan experiences.

In addition, Threads, Meta’s text-based platform for public conversations, will become an Official Social Media Partnerof UFC. Through this partnership, Threads will serve as the primary destination for the UFC community, featuring exclusive original content that drives conversation around the biggest moments of each UFC event, and providing a dedicated space for fans to share perspectives and engage with one another.

Additional elements of the partnership will be announced as the UFC and Meta teams work together to introduce innovations and enhancements to the UFC experience for fans everywhere.

About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 70 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

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Stratasys Expands PolyJet into Functional Prototyping and Selected End-use Parts for a Variety of Applications with the Introduction of PolyJet ToughONE™

Stratasys Expands PolyJet into Functional Prototyping and Selected End-use Parts for a Variety of Applications with the Introduction of PolyJet ToughONE™

Launch of new durable, tough material doesn’t sacrifice PolyJet’s core benefits, including smooth surfaces, ease of use; full color and multi-material capabilities will cut development time and costs by reducing design iterations and accelerate time to market

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. & REHOVOT, Israel–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSYS) today introduced PolyJet ToughONE™ White, an advanced material engineered for tough and durable functional prototyping and end-use parts on its high-end platforms—delivered with the signature ease of use, full-color realism, and multi-material versatility customers have come to expect.

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EV charger and pipe produced with PolyJet ToughONE™

EV charger and pipe produced with PolyJet ToughONE™

With the launch of this new material, Stratasys’ PolyJet printing becomes the premiere 3D printing solution that combines exceptional design precision with functional strength. Engineers and designers no longer have to choose between visual accuracy and function as they can create prototypes and end-use parts without compromising aesthetics or durability.

PolyJet ToughONE material features enhanced impact resistance and flexibility that allow for drillable, millable, and self-tapping features. This new material is an ideal choice for producing functional prototypes across all market segments. It is well-suited for creating accurate manufacturing aids, jigs, and fixtures, with the option for color labeling. Additionally, it is perfect for custom housings, brackets, and covers in consumer electronics, impact-resistant components, and robotic end-effectors for industrial applications. PolyJet ToughONE material also finds applications in many other key sectors such as automotive, consumer goods, and eyewear.

“Manufacturers are constantly balancing speed, cost, and performance when developing new products, and every unnecessary prototype iteration adds delays and expense,” said Rich Garrity, Chief Business Unit Officer at Stratasys. “With ToughONE, we’re giving engineers a material that lets them move from concept to functional testing faster, with precision and performance built in.”

PolyJet ToughONE material also produces complex part geometries, including thin walls, snap fits, and living hinges, while maintaining high dimensional accuracy and surface quality. It integrates seamlessly with other PolyJet materials, allowing for hybrid models that combine different mechanical properties or different colors within a single part.

Stratasys will debut its PolyJet ToughONE material and printed parts at RAPID 2025 in Detroit on April 9, showcasing how it streamlines workflows and boosts manufacturing efficiency across multiple industries.

For more information, visit www.stratasys.com.

About Stratasys

Stratasys is a global leader in additive manufacturing, transforming how things are made with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries including aerospace, automotive, healthcare, consumer products, and education. Through its connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys delivers competitive advantages at every stage of the product lifecycle. The world’s leading organizations trust Stratasys to transform product design, streamline manufacturing, and improve patient care.

For more information, visit www.stratasys.com, follow Stratasys on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X, or visit the Stratasys blog. Stratasys reserves the right to share material non-public information using its website and social media channels, as per SEC Regulation FD.

Stratasys, PolyJet ToughONE, PolyJet and ToughONE are trademarks or registered trademarks of Stratasys Ltd. and/or its affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statement

The statements in this press release relating to Stratasys’ beliefs regarding the benefits consumers will experience from using the PolyJet ToughONE™, its time of general ability and other statements in this press release are forward-looking statements reflecting management’s current expectations and beliefs. These forward-looking statements are based on current information that is, by its nature, subject to rapid and even abrupt change. Due to risks and uncertainties associated with Stratasys’ business, actual results could differ materially from those projected or implied by these forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the degree of our success at introducing new or improved products and solutions that gain market share; the degree of growth of the 3D printing market generally; the impact of potential shifts in the prices or margins of the products that we sell or services that we provide, including due to a shift towards lower-margin products or services; the impact of competition and new technologies; potential further charges against earnings that we could be required to take due to impairment of additional goodwill or other intangible assets; to the extent of our success at successfully consummating acquisitions or investments in new businesses, technologies, products or services; potential changes in our management and board of directors; global market, political and economic conditions, and in the countries in which we operate in particular; risks related to infringement of our intellectual property rights by others or infringement of others’ intellectual property rights by us; the extent of our success at maintaining our liquidity and financing our operations and capital needs; the impact of tax regulations on our results of operations and financial condition; and other risk factors set forth under the caption “Risk Factors” in Stratasys’ most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on March 11th, 2024. Readers are urged to carefully review and consider the various disclosures made throughout our 2023 Annual Report and our other reports filed with or furnished to the SEC, which are designed to advise interested parties of the risks and factors that may affect our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects. Any guidance provided, and other forward-looking statements made, in this press release are made as of the date hereof, and Stratasys undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

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Omdia: Cinema to Reach $34 Billion in Revenue in 2025, Still 80% of Pre-Pandemic Levels

Omdia: Cinema to Reach $34 Billion in Revenue in 2025, Still 80% of Pre-Pandemic Levels

LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
The global cinema industry is projected to generate $34 billion in revenue in 2025, still falling short of the $42 billion recorded in 2019, according to new insights from Omdia.

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Cinema box office revenue worldwide to 2025

Cinema box office revenue worldwide to 2025

Speaking at FED ESPAÑA, a major media and entertainment event in Spain, Maria Rua Aguete, Head of Media & Entertainment at Omdia, highlighted that one key strategy for reviving cinema attendance could involve leveraging the influence of YouTubers.

Audience Behavior and The Role of YouTubers

A significant challenge facing the cinema industry is changing audience behavior. According to Omdia’s data, only 44% of YouTube users in the USA attend cinemas, a figure that remains steady in Spain and slightly increases to 45% in the UK. This trend raises a crucial question: Can YouTubers help drive cinema attendance?

During her presentation, Rua Aguete showcased successful case studies where digital content creators have directly influenced cinema trends. French YouTuber Inoxtag, for example, premiered his documentary Kaizen for free on YouTube, but managed to sell out 400 cinemas across France the following day. Similarly, Spanish YouTuber Alec Hernandez has drawn massive crowds to cinemas in Madrid, illustrating the potential of YouTube influencers in boosting box office performance.

YouTube Metrics at the End of 2024:

  • UK: 45 million monthly active users (MAUs)
  • USA: 221 million MAUs
  • Spain: 32 million MAUs

Rua Aguete stated: “I believe collaboration with YouTube is a must going forward; collaboration and partnerships are key to attracting YouTube’s audience worldwide.”

This approach extends beyond cinema, as broadcasters and subscription video on demand, (SVOD) services, such as Netflix, are already leveraging YouTube influencers for global marketing campaigns. A notable example is Netflix’s promotion of Squid Game using prominent YouTubers.

A Minecraft Movie & The Future of Cinema Marketing

One upcoming film that exemplifies the synergy between digital creators and cinema is the highly anticipated ‘A Minecraft Movie’, set for release on April 5, 2025. As the latest Hollywood adaptation of a globally popular video game, the film has generated massive excitement among fans.

Notably, ‘A Minecraft Movie’ is expected to honor the legacy of Technoblade, a beloved YouTuber within the Minecraft community, while also featuring appearances from well-known Minecraft YouTubers. This strategic inclusion of digital influencers underscores the growing importance of YouTube personalities in driving box office success.

As digital creators continue to shape entertainment consumption, integrating YouTube influencers into cinema marketing strategies could prove essential in revitalizing the industry and bridging the gap between online content and the big screen.

ABOUT OMDIA

Omdia, part of Informa TechTarget, Inc. (Nasdaq: TTGT), is a technology research and advisory group. Our deep knowledge of tech markets combined with our actionable insights empower organizations to make smart growth decisions.

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Pathward Recognized for Banking as a Service Innovation in 2025 FinTech Breakthrough Awards Program

Pathward Recognized for Banking as a Service Innovation in 2025 FinTech Breakthrough Awards Program

Prestigious annual awards program honors outstanding financial technology products and companies around the world

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Pathward Financial, Inc. (Nasdaq: CASH) through its subsidiary, Pathward®, N.A. (“bank” or “Pathward” or “company”) announced that it has been named “Best Banking as a Service Solution Provider” in the 9th annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by FinTech Breakthrough, an independent market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies and products in the global FinTech market today. Through its fintech partnerships, Pathward offers various payments solutions through retailers and other consumer-facing businesses. From prepaid and debit issuing solutions to merchant acquiring, digital payment and consumer lending solutions, Pathward provides programs that meet the constantly evolving needs of our fintech partners as they innovate to serve the needs of consumers and small businesses.

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Pathward has been named “Best Banking as a Service Solution Provider” in the 9th annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards program. Through its fintech partnerships, Pathward offers various payments solutions through retailers and other consumer-facing businesses.

Pathward has been named “Best Banking as a Service Solution Provider” in the 9th annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards program. Through its fintech partnerships, Pathward offers various payments solutions through retailers and other consumer-facing businesses.

“Empowering businesses through forward-thinking banking solutions is our passion at Pathward. Implementing embedded finance solutions can be complex for most institutions. We want to keep delivering scalable, compliant solutions to our partners, and our goal is always to provide our partners and the end users with solutions they can trust over the long term,” said Pathward Divisional President of Partner Solutions, Will Sowell. “This award from FinTech Breakthrough is a reflection of our decades of experience, our deep bench of talent, seasoned operational excellence, stable governance and our deep commitment to partnership and co-creation.”

Pathward delivers a configurable suite of issuing, acquiring, digital payments and consumer credit that empowers payment innovators. With more than 20 years of experience, Pathward has a bench of talent and operational excellence that enables partners to safely and sustainably bring their programs to market and grow over time.

“Clients turn to Pathward as an innovative, compliance-focused, flexible partner dedicated to increasing financial access for consumers and businesses. Financial institutions are looking to offer their customers flexible modern solutions that disrupt the delivery of financial services across a broad business spectrum,” said Steve Johansson, Managing Director, FinTech Breakthrough. “Pathward’s capabilities enable payment innovators and empower their partners to deliver programs that shape the future landscape of payments. We’re pleased to recognize them with the 2025 ‘Best BaaS Solution Provider’ award.”

According to Fintech Breakthrough, they received more than 4,500 nominations from all over the globe for the 2025 awards program, making the evaluation extremely competitive. The FinTech Breakthrough Awards is the premier awards program founded to recognize the FinTech innovators, leaders and visionaries from around the world in a range of categories, including Digital Banking, Personal Finance, Cryptocurrencies, Lending, Payments, Investments, RegTech, InsurTech and more.

Visit Pathward.com to learn more about how Pathward’s forward-thinking banking expertise empowers high-growth, payment innovators.

About Pathward®

Pathward®, N.A., a national bank, is a subsidiary of Pathward Financial, Inc. (Nasdaq: CASH). Pathward is a U.S.-based financial empowerment company driven by its purpose to power financial inclusion. Pathward strives to increase financial availability, choice and opportunity across our Partner Solutions and Commercial Finance business lines. The strategic business lines provide support to individuals and businesses. Learn more at Pathward.com.

About Pathward Financial, Inc.

Pathward Financial, Inc. (Nasdaq: CASH) is a U.S.-based financial holding company driven by its purpose to power financial inclusion. Through our subsidiary, Pathward®, N.A., we strive to increase financial availability, choice and opportunity across our Partner Solutions and Commercial Finance business lines. These strategic business lines provide support to individuals and businesses. Learn more at PathwardFinancial.com.

About FinTech Breakthrough

Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for technology innovation and leadership around the globe, the FinTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring breakthrough innovation in Financial Technologies and Services companies and products. The FinTech Breakthrough Awards provide public recognition for the standout achievements of FinTech companies and products in categories that include Payments, Personal Finance, Cryptocurrency, Wealth Management, Fraud Protection, Banking, Lending, RegTech, InsurTech and more. For more information visit FinTechBreakthrough.com.

Tech Breakthrough LLC does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in our recognition programs, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with award designations. Tech Breakthrough LLC recognition consists of the opinions of the Tech Breakthrough LLC organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Tech Breakthrough LLC disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this recognition program, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

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