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RTOERO provides tips for planning to retire during the pandemic

Toronto, Dec. 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Education staff across Canada who are eligible for retirement may be considering whether 2021 is the year they will retire. There are more variables than ever before impacting their decision because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We anticipate that many teachers and others working in the education sector are feeling pulled to keep working because of their sense of responsibility during this challenging time,” says Rich Prophet, chair of the RTOERO board of directors. “Plus, they may be thinking they won’t be able to do the same activities they had planned to do upon retirement. Our focus has been to help them feel prepared, whenever they’re ready for retirement. And there are lots of ways to adapt your retirement plans.”

RTOERO recently asked its members to share their thoughts on retiring during a pandemic. Their responses were rounded up into a a blog post with tips and ideas to help education staff think differently about retirement activities during this time.

“Teachers and other staff working in the education community are experiencing an incredible amount of pressure right now, like workers in many other sectors. And so, if you’re someone who is eligible to retire and is deciding, you might feel guilt for wanting to go through with it. Our hope is everyone in education and beyond will recognize there should be no judgement. We’re all affected by this pandemic, and it’s critical we maintain compassion for ourselves and each other.” 

Education sector workers who are still actively employed can sign up for their RTOERO membership now. The membership is free until they retire.

Notes Prophet, “We’re here to support education workers, whether they’re ready to retire or not. Regardless of age, education workers in all roles across the country deserve our gratitude for their contributions.”  

 

About RTOERO

RTOERO is a bilingual trusted voice on healthy, active living in the retirement journey for the broader education community. With 81,000+ members in 51 districts across Canada, the organization is the largest national provider of non-profit group health benefits for education retirees. Members work in or are retired from the early years, schools and school boards, post-secondary and any other capacity in education. RTOERO believes in a better future, together.

 

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INVESTIGATION REMINDER: The Schall Law Firm Announces it is Investigating Claims Against 9F Inc. and Encourages Investors with Losses of $100,000 to Contact the Firm

INVESTIGATION REMINDER: The Schall Law Firm Announces it is Investigating Claims Against 9F Inc. and Encourages Investors with Losses of $100,000 to Contact the Firm

LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of 9F Inc. (“9F” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: JFU) for violations of the securities laws.

The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors. 9F sold about 8.9 million American Depositary Shares (“ADSs”) in its August 15, 2019, initial public stock offering (“IPO”), at $9.50 per ADS. Since the IPO, 9F’s ADS price has dropped massively, closing at $1.26 per ADS on December 15, 2020.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm’s website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The Schall Law Firm represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and rules of ethics.

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INNATE FINAL DEADLINE: ROSEN, A LONSTANDING LAW FIRM, Reminds Innate Pharma S.A. Investors of Important Deadline Today in Securities Class Action Commenced by the Firm – IPHA

NEW YORK, Dec. 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Innate Pharma S.A. (NASDAQ: IPHA) between March 10, 2020 and September 8, 2020, inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important December 22, 2020 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action first filed by the firm. The lawsuit seeks to recover damages for Innate investors under the federal securities laws.

To join the Innate class action, go to http://www.rosenlegal.com/cases-register-1763.html or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] or [email protected] for information on the class action.

According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Innate touted the results of its various Phase 2 trials as being within expectations; (2) Innate continued to reassure investors that it was eligible for the $100 million payment upon first dosing of Phase 3 trials; (3) Innate failed to timely disclose its renegotiations with AstraZeneca to split the $100 million payment into two $50 million payments, to be partially contingent on performance during the Phase 3 trials; and (4) as a result, defendants’ statements about Innate’s business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than December 22, 2020. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation. If you wish to join the litigation, go to http://www.rosenlegal.com/cases-register-1763.html or to discuss your rights or interests regarding this class action, please contact Phillip Kim, Esq. of Rosen Law Firm toll free at 866-767-3653 or via e-mail at [email protected] or [email protected].

NO CLASS HAS YET BEEN CERTIFIED IN THE ABOVE ACTION. UNTIL A CLASS IS CERTIFIED, YOU ARE NOT REPRESENTED BY COUNSEL UNLESS YOU RETAIN ONE. YOU MAY RETAIN COUNSEL OF YOUR CHOICE. YOU MAY ALSO REMAIN AN ABSENT CLASS MEMBER AND DO NOTHING AT THIS POINT. AN INVESTOR’S ABILITY TO SHARE IN ANY POTENTIAL FUTURE RECOVERY IS NOT DEPENDENT UPON SERVING AS LEAD PLAINTIFF.

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Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 3 each year since 2013. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm’s attorneys are ranked and recognized by numerous independent and respected sources. Rosen Law Firm has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

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Slate Office REIT Announces Changes to the Board of Trustees

Slate Office REIT Announces Changes to the Board of Trustees

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Slate Office REIT (TSX: SOT.UN) (the “REIT”), an owner and operator of North American office real estate, announced today the retirement of John O’Bryan, Chair of the REIT’s Board of Trustees (the “Board”). Tom Farley, a current independent trustee of the Board has been appointed Chair and Lori-Ann Beausoleil has been appointed as a trustee of the REIT.

Tom has more than 40 years of real estate experience including 25 years with Brookfield Office Properties where he held the position of Global President and, on a concurrent basis, Chairman and Director of Brookfield Canada Office Properties, from 2010 to 2014. Previously, he served as Chief Executive Officer of Brookfield’s Canadian and Australian Commercial Operations.

Lori-Ann is a Partner of PwC Canada where she is currently the National Leader – Compliance, Ethics and Governance. She has spent the last 36 years of her career focused in the real estate industry. Lori-Ann was the National Leader of the Canadian Real Estate practice for many years as well as the National Forensic Services Leader. Lori-Ann is a Chartered Professional Accountant, Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto.

“Tom has been a highly valuable member of the REIT’s Board since becoming a trustee in 2017,” said Blair Welch, Founding Partner of Slate Asset Management. “We look forward to Tom’s leadership in his new role as Chair of Slate Office REIT as we continue to advance the REIT’s strategic objectives including the pursuit of office acquisitions in the greater Toronto area and the United States as well as exploring opportunities in Europe.”

“We are extremely grateful for John O’Bryan’s significant contributions to the REIT and for his leadership since he first became a trustee five years ago,” said Tom Farley, incoming Chair of the Board. “John has been a significant figure in the Canadian real estate industry for over 40 years and on behalf of the Board and management, I wish him the very best.”

As a result of these changes to the composition of the Board, Lori-Ann Beausoleil will become a member of the REIT’s Audit Committee and Compensation, Governance and Nominating Committee and Monty Baker, an existing trustee, will become a member of the Investment Committee.

In connection with Tom’s appointment to Chair of the Board of Slate Office REIT, he will step down as Chair of the Board of Trustees of Slate Grocery REIT, but will remain an independent trustee of Slate Grocery REIT.

These changes to the Board are effective January 1, 2021.

About Slate Office REIT (TSX: SOT.UN)

Slate Office REIT is an owner and operator of North American office real estate. The REIT owns interests in and operates a portfolio of 35 strategic and well-located real estate assets across Canada’s major population centres and includes two assets in downtown Chicago, Illinois. 60% of the REIT’s portfolio is comprised of government or credit rated tenants. The REIT acquires quality assets at a discount to replacement cost and creates value for unitholders by applying hands-on asset management strategies to grow rental revenue, extend lease term and increase occupancy. Visit slateofficereit.com to learn more.

About Slate Asset Management

Slate Asset Management is a leading real estate focused alternative investment platform with approximately $6.5 billion in assets under management. Slate is a value-oriented manager and a significant sponsor of all of its private and publicly traded investment vehicles, which are tailored to the unique goals and objectives of its investors. The firm’s careful and selective investment approach creates long-term value with an emphasis on capital preservation and outsized returns. Slate is supported by exceptional people, flexible capital and a demonstrated ability to originate and execute on a wide range of compelling investment opportunities. Visit slateam.com to learn more.

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Forward-looking statements are necessarily based on a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by management as of the date hereof, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. When relying on forward-looking statements to make decisions, the REIT cautions readers not to place undue reliance on these statements, as forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties and should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results, and will not necessarily be accurate indications of whether or not the times at or by which such performance or results will be achieved. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ, possibly materially, from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements. Additional information about risks and uncertainties is contained in the filings of the REIT with securities regulators.

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Energy Fuels Applauds $75 Million Launch of the U.S. Uranium Reserve in Bipartisan 2021 Omnibus Spending Bill

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LAKEWOOD, Colo., Dec. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ – Energy Fuels Inc. (NYSE American: UUUU) (TSX: EFR) (“Energy Fuels” or the “Company”), the largest uranium miner in the U.S., applauds the bipartisan, bicameral launch of the U.S. uranium reserve, as $75 million of funding was included in the omnibus appropriation bill passed by both houses of Congress last night. Appropriating funding for a U.S. uranium reserve was one of the main recommendations of the U.S. Nuclear Fuel Working Group, which was directed to make recommendations on securing the domestic capacity to produce uranium and nuclear fuel. This key funding opens the door for the U.S. government to purchase domestically-produced uranium to guard against potential commercial and national security risks presented by our country’s near-total reliance on foreign imports of uranium. The bill is expected to be sent to the President for signature in the coming days.

Energy Fuels has been the number one uranium miner in the U.S. since 2017, and the projects the Company now owns and operates have produced roughly one-third of all uranium mined in the U.S. since 2006, ranking second among all U.S. uranium producers during that period. Energy Fuels holds three (3) of the most productive uranium facilities in the U.S., which together have a combined licensed capacity to produce over 11.5 million pounds of uranium per year. This includes the White Mesa Mill, located in southeast Utah, which is the only conventional uranium mill operating in the U.S. today, along with the Nichols Ranch and Alta Mesain situ recovery (“ISR”) facilities, located in Wyoming and Texas respectively, both of which are on standby. The Company is therefore in an unmatched position and stands ready to supply uranium for the reserve.

Mark S. Chalmers, President and CEO of Energy Fuels stated: “Energy Fuels extends our gratitude to Congress and the Administration for working together on a bipartisan basis to appropriate these funds in 2021 for the creation of a U.S. uranium reserve. We are extremely pleased to see members on both sides of the aisle support a healthy domestic uranium industry, so America cannot be held hostage by foreign adversaries like Russia for the fuel needed to generate clean, carbon-free nuclear energy. This funding also has the potential to create good-paying jobs and economic opportunity for under-served areas of Wyoming, Texas and Utah. We wish to extend a particular thank you to Wyoming Senator John Barrasso, a tireless champion for the U.S. uranium industry and a true advocate for ending America’s dependence on foreign adversaries for the critical minerals we need today.

“Creation of a uranium reserve is truly a milestone for our industry, and $75 million will go a long way toward reviving and expanding the domestic production of nuclear fuel in 2021 and beyond. We look forward to working with the U.S. Department of Energy to make sure this funding is spent wisely to support existing infrastructure by purchasing uranium from existing, proven uranium facilities.

“Our White Mesa Mill in Utah is a clean energy and critical minerals hub, a concept that goes much farther than simply mining and producing uranium. Any funds used through a Department of Energy program to purchase uranium from the White Mesa Mill can have a ‘multiplier effect’, by not only supporting the domestic uranium mining industry, but also by advancing other important clean energy priorities, including rare earth production, abandoned mine cleanup and supporting Native American communities.

“Energy Fuels, and particularly our White Mesa Mill, is one of the best untold clean energy stories in the U.S. today. The U.S. uranium reserve can help revive domestic uranium production, while also accelerating other important initiatives that play a part in making the world a cleaner and healthier place.”


About Energy Fuels:

Energy Fuels is a leading U.S.-based uranium mining company, supplying U3O8 to major nuclear utilities. The Company also produces vanadium from certain of its projects, as market conditions warrant, and anticipates commencing commercial production of rare earth element (“REE”) carbonate in 2021. Its corporate offices are in Lakewood, Colorado, near Denver, and all of its assets and employees are in the United States. Energy Fuels holds three of America’s key uranium production centers: the White Mesa Mill in Utah, the Nichols Ranch in-situ recovery (“ISR”) Project in Wyoming, and the Alta Mesa ISR Project in Texas. The White Mesa Mill is the only conventional uranium mill operating in the U.S. today, has a licensed capacity of over 8 million pounds of U3O8 per year, has the ability to produce vanadium when market conditions warrant, and is completing final test-work for the production of REE carbonate from various uranium-bearing ores. The Nichols Ranch ISR Project is on standby and has a licensed capacity of 2 million pounds of U3O8 per year. The Alta Mesa ISR Project is also on standby and has a licensed capacity of 1.5 million pounds of U3O8 per year. In addition to the above production facilities, Energy Fuels also has one of the largest NI 43-101 compliant uranium resource portfolios in the U.S. and several uranium and uranium/vanadium mining projects on standby and in various stages of permitting and development. The primary trading market for Energy Fuels’ common shares is the NYSE American under the trading symbol “UUUU,” and the Company’s common shares are also listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the trading symbol “EFR.” Energy Fuels’ website is www.energyfuels.com.


Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements:

 This news release contains certain “Forward Looking Information” and “Forward Looking Statements” within the meaning of applicable securities legislation, which may include, but is not limited to, statements with respect to: any expectation that the bill will be signed by the President of the United States in its current form or at all; any expectation that the amount appropriated by the bill will go a long way toward reviving and expanding the domestic production of nuclear fuel in 2021 and beyond; any expectation that the U.S. uranium reserve will create a  healthy domestic uranium industry, so America cannot be held hostage by foreign adversaries like Russia for the fuel needed to generate nuclear energy; any expectation that the Company will be able to sell any of its uranium into the U.S. uranium reserve; any expectation that the Company’s White Mesa Mill is and will continue to be a clean energy and critical minerals hub; any expectation that any funds appropriated for the U.S. uranium reserve used to purchase uranium from the White Mesa Mill will also advance other important clean energy priorities related to uranium, including rare earth production and supporting Native American communities; any expectation that the U.S. uranium reserve has the potential to create good-paying jobs and economic opportunity for under-served areas of Wyoming, Texas and Utah; any expectation that the Company is and will continue to be a leading producer of uranium in the U.S.; any expectation that the Company will be able to produce REE carbonate from uranium-bearing ores or that the Company will commence commercial production of REE carbonate in 2021 or at all; and any other statements regarding Energy Fuels’ future expectations, beliefs, goals or prospects constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities legislation (collectively, “forward-looking statements”). All statements in this news release that are not statements of historical fact (including statements containing the words “expects,” “does not expect,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “does not anticipate,” “believes,” “intends,” “estimates,” “projects,” “potential,” “scheduled,” “forecast,” “budget” and similar expressions) should be considered forward-looking statements. All such forward-looking statements are subject to important risk factors and uncertainties, many of which are beyond Energy Fuels’ ability to control or predict. A number of important factors could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those indicated or implied by such forward-looking statements, including without limitation factors relating to: any expectation that the bill will be signed by the President of the United States in its current form or at all; any expectation that the amount appropriated by the bill will go a long way toward reviving and expanding the domestic production of nuclear fuel in 2021 and beyond; any expectation that the U.S. uranium reserve will create a healthy domestic uranium industry, so America cannot be held hostage by foreign adversaries like Russia for the fuel needed to generate nuclear energy; any expectation that the Company will be able to sell any of its uranium into the U.S. uranium reserve; any expectation that the Company’s White Mesa Mill is and will continue to be a clean energy and critical mineral hub; any expectation that any funds appropriated for the U.S. uranium reserve used to purchase uranium from the White Mesa Mill will also advance other important clean energy priorities related to uranium, including rare earth production and supporting Native American communities; any expectation that the U.S. uranium reserve has the potential to create good-paying jobs and economic opportunity for under-served areas of Wyoming, Texas and Utah; any expectation that the Company is and will continue to be a leading producer of uranium in the U.S.; any expectation that the Company will be able to produce REE carbonate from uranium-bearing ores or that the Company will commence commercial production of REE carbonate in 2021 or at all; and the other risk factors as described in Energy Fuels’ most recent annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly financial reports. Energy Fuels assumes no obligation to update the information in this communication, except as otherwise required by law. Additional information identifying risks and uncertainties is contained in Energy Fuels’ filings with the various securities commissions, which are available online at www.sec.gov and www.sedar.com. Forward-looking statements are provided for the purpose of providing information about the current expectations, beliefs and plans of the management of Energy Fuels relating to the future. Readers are cautioned that such statements may not be appropriate for other purposes. Readers are also cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, that speak only as of the date hereof.

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MFA Financial, Inc. Announces Redemption of All Outstanding 8.00% Senior Notes due 2042

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NEW YORK, Dec. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — MFA Financial, Inc. (NYSE: MFA) (the “Company”), today announced that it has issued a notice of redemption (the “Redemption”) for all $100,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its outstanding 8.00% Senior Notes due 2042 (CUSIP No. 55272X 300) (the “Senior Notes”) on January 6, 2021 (the “Redemption Date”). The Senior Notes will be redeemed at a price equal to 100% of the principal amount of the Senior Notes, or $25 per $25 principal amount of the Senior Notes, plus unpaid interest, if any, accrued thereon to, but excluding, the Redemption Date.

Questions relating to the Redemption should be directed to the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation at 1-888-382-2721.

About MFA Financial, Inc.

MFA Financial, Inc. is a real estate investment trust primarily engaged in the business of investing, on a leveraged basis, in residential mortgage assets, including residential whole loans and residential mortgage-backed securities. 

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When used in this press release or other written or oral communications, statements which are not historical in nature, including those containing words such as “will,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “plan,” “continue,” “intend,” “should,” “could,” “would,” “may,” or similar expressions, are intended to identify “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and, as such, may involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions. These and other risks, uncertainties and factors, including those described in the annual, quarterly and current reports that MFA files with the SEC, could cause MFA’s actual results to differ materially from those projected in any forward-looking statements it makes. All forward-looking statements are based on beliefs, assumptions and expectations of MFA’s future performance, taking into account all information currently available. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made. New risks and uncertainties arise over time and it is not possible to predict those events or how they may affect MFA. Except as required by law, MFA is not obligated to, and does not intend to, update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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IQST – iQSTEL Expands Fintech Sector Reach Into Growing 270 Million International Migrant Population Signing New Agreement With DT One

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NEW YORK, Dec. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — iQSTEL, Inc. (USOTC: IQST) today announced a services agreement between IQST’s fintech subsidiary, Global Money One, Inc. and TransferTo, Inc. (“DT One”) an intelligent mobile technology infrastructure and services provider.

 

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Both IQST and DT One concentrate on serving the growing global international migrant market reported currently at a population of over 270 million. This population comes with a unique set of mobile technology consumer requirements including special international voice and data solutions, as well as certain international financial transaction complexities.

Global Money One Inc. (www.GlobalMoneyOne.com) uses a blend of industry expertise, state-of-the-art technology and compliance requirements to create disruptive solutions that deliver control, security and real-time payments and innovative Financial capabilities with reduced cost for consumers, specially to the unbanked, underbanked and underserved segments of today’s society.  Our portfolio of services will include a Prepaid VISA Money One Debit Card (www.visamoneyone.com) expected to enable customers to make purchases in stores and online, withdraw cash at ATMs or receive cash back when using it to make a purchase, recharge prepaid mobile phone service and send money domestically or internationally (+ 40 countries).  The VISA Money One Debit Card is expected to also facilitate the deposit of funds into bank accounts, Remote Deposit Capture (RDC) by mobile phone, bill payments, rewards, and digital gift cards.  The VISA Money One is the new and freedom financial world wallet expected launch in early Q2 2021.

DT One (www.dtone.com) provides mobile carriers with the infrastructure and services they need to help migrant workers stay in touch with their family and friends back home.  DT One operates a leading global network for mobile top-up solutions, innovative mobile rewards, and Phone-to-Phone solutions.  DT One’s global network delivers better infrastructure and access to digital communications for over five billion across emerging economies, enabling them to stay better connected and as a result participate more actively in the global economy.

IQST expects to accelerate the rollout of its Global Money One fintech services by leveraging the capabilities of DT One.

About iQSTEL Inc (Updated):

iQSTEL Inc (OTC: IQST) (www.iQSTEL.com) is a US-based publicly-listed company offering leading-edge Telecommunication, Technology and Fintech Services for Global Markets, with presence in 13 countries.  The company provides services to the Telecommunications, Financial Services, Liquid Fuel Distribution and Electric Vehicle Industries. iQSTEL has 3 Business Divisions: Telecom, Technology and Fintech, with worldwide B2B and B2C customer relations operating through its subsidiaries: Etelix, SwissLink, QGlobal SMS, SMSDirectos, IoT Labs, itsBchain and Global Money One. The Company has an extensive portfolio of products and services for its clients: SMS, VoIP, 4G & 5G international infrastructure connectivity, Cloud-PBX, OmniChannel Marketing, IoT Smart Gas Platform, IoT Smart Electric Vehicle Platform, Mobile Number Portability Application MNPA (Blockchain), Settlement & Payments Marketplace (Blockchain), Visa Debit Card, Money Remittance, and Pay Mobile Phone Services among others.

About Etelix.com USA LLC (iQSTEL´s Telecom Division):

Etelix.com USA LLC (www.etelix.com) is a wholly owned subsidiary of iQSTEL Inc. Etelix.com USA, LLC is a Miami, Florida-based international telecom carrier founded in 2008 that provides telecom and technology solutions worldwide, with commercial presence in North America, Latin America, and Europe. Enabled by its 214-license granted by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Etelix provides International Long-Distance voice services for Telecommunications Operators (ILD Wholesale), and Submarine Fiber Optic Network capacity for internet (4G and 5G). Etelix was founded in 2008 and has been profitable since inception.

About SwissLink Carrier AG (iQSTEL´s Telecom Division):

SwissLink Carrier AG (www.swisslink-carrier.com) is a 51% owned subsidiary of iQSTEL Inc. SwissLink Carrier AG is a Switzerland based international Telecommunications Carrier founded in 2015 providing international VoIP connectivity worldwide, with commercial presence in Europe, CIS and Latin America. SwissLink Carrier AG is a Swiss licensed Operator, having a domestic Interconnect with Swisscom, allowing their international Carrier Customers direct terminations via SwissLink into all Switzerland Fix & Mobile Networks. Since the takeover from Swissphone in November 2018 and the rename into SwissLink, they operate on a profitable level.

About QGlobal SMS LLC (iQSTEL´s Telecom Division):

QGlobal SMS LLC (www.qglobalsms.com) is a 51% owned subsidiary of iQSTEL Inc. QGlobal SMS is a USA based company and a commercial brand founded in 2020 specialized in international and domestic SMS termination, with emphasis on the Applications to Person (A2P) and Person to Person (P2P) for Wholesale Carrier Market and Corporate Market in US. QGlobal SMS has commercial presence in US, Mexico, Latin America, EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Asia) and Africa, through our SMS service providers based in Austin, TX and Miami, FL Our Austin-based SMS service provider is specialized in the SMS traffic exchange between US and Mexico, and our Miami-based SMS service provider is focused in the development of Latin America and the rest of the world. QGlobal SMS has robust international interconnection with Tier1 SMS Aggregators, guarantying its customers high quality and low termination rates, over more than 100 countries worldwide.

About Alcyon Cloud SMS S.A.S, Commercial Brand SMSDirectos.com (iQSTEL´s Telecom Division):

Alcyon Cloud SMS S.A.S. (Commercial Brand SMSDirectos.com), is a whole subsidiary of QGlobal SMS, a Colombian-based Application and Content Provider. Alcyon Cloud SMS (SMSDirectos.com) is registered with the Secretary of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Colombia, offering services to government, enterprises, small and medium business, as well as end-users. Using SMSDirectos’ existing network, they plan to expand services from SMS to offer omnichannel products and services such as: SMS, Emails, RCS (Rich Communications Services), Social Media Channels (Whats App, Messenger, etc), WebRTC (Web Real-Time Communication), VoIP (IP-PBX, SIP Trunking) ChatBots (Artificial Intelligence Based), SMS to Email, and Email to SMS.

About IoT Labs MX SAPI (iQSTEL´s Technology Division):

IoT Labs MX SAPI (www.iotlabs.mx), a subsidiary of iQSTEL Inc, is an Internet of Things (IoT) Mexican technology development company, creator of the “IoT Smart Gas” Platform and Application. The IoT Smart Gas platform www.iotsmartgas.com consists of an IoT field device installed on the LP gas tank (adaptable to virtually any gas or liquid storage tank) and, thanks to the Internet of Things (IoT) technology via Sigfox or GSM network connectivity, allows remote managed and improved logistic processes of refilling, usage tracking and tank monitoring in real-time by the Smart Gas mobile app. The new GSM tracking feature allows for mobile use including ground, air, and sea tank monitoring.

About itsBchain LLC (iQSTEL´s Technology Division):

itsBchain LLC (www.itsBchain.com)  is a 75% owned subsidiary of iQSTEL Inc. itsBchain is a blockchain technology developer and solution provider, with a strong focus on the telecom sector.  The company is the final stage of development of a series of blockchain solutions aimed at using the blockchain ledger and smart contract solutions to enable more efficiency, quickness in execution and fraud-prevention in the telco industry. Specifically, the company is developing a solution that will enable users and carriers to transfer mobile phone numbers with just a few clicks, allowing users and carriers the ability to transfer retail users from one mobile carrier to another instantly.  Additionally, the company is finalizing a carrier-grade marketplace solution to procure payments between carriers for cross-traffic of VoIP, SMS and data realtime as traffic is crossed between carriers. This marketplace will allow for instant payment settlement as well as the prevention of fraud between carriers.

About Global Money One Inc (iQSTEL´s Fintech Division):

Global Money One Inc. (www.GlobalMoneyOne.com) is a 75% owned subsidiary of iQSTEL Inc. Global Money One Inc  is a Miami, Florida-based Fin-Tech company that uses a blend of industry expertise, state-of-the-art technology and compliance requirements to create disruptive solutions that deliver control, security and real-time payments and innovative Financial capabilities with reduced cost for consumers, specially to the unbanked, underbanked and underserved segments of today’s society. Our portfolio of services will include a Prepaid VISA MoneyOne Card (www.visamoneyone.com) expected to enable customers to make purchases in stores and online, withdraw cash at ATMs or receive cash back when using it to make a purchase, recharge prepaid mobile phone service and send money domestically or internationally (+ 40 countries).  The VISA MoneyOne Card is expected to also facilitate the deposit of funds into bank accounts, Remote Deposit Capture (RDC) by mobile phone, bill payments, rewards, and digital gift cards.  The VISA MoneyOne is the new and freedom financial world wallet expected launch in early Q2 2021.

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Source: iQSTEL Inc. and its subsidiaries:

www.iqstel.com ; www.etelix.com ; www.qglobalsms.com ; www.swisslink-carrier.com ; www.smsdirectos.com ; www.iotlabs.mx ; www.iotsmartgas.com ; www.iotsmartev.com : www.itsBchain.com ; www.globalmoneyone.com ; www.visamoneyone.com

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Emerging Markets Report: What’s In-Store for 2021

An Emerging Markets News Commentary

ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today we have an important update regarding Kisses from Italy, Inc. (OTCQB:KITL), a U.S.-based quick service restaurant chain operator, Franchisor, and product distributor of Italian food offerings.

You could say that we’re here to tell you what’s in-store for 2021.

The answer is Kisses from Italy products in NINE new retail store locations. We’ve long since announced Kisses’ presence in the marketplace and how the quarantine drives new customers to the Company’s online offerings.

Just last week we found out that the recent launch of Kisses from Italy organic and gluten-free branded products can now be found in 9 stores in the greater Montreal area and Mississauga, Ontario. 

The press release indicates that “the product launch has been enthusiastically greeted with open arms in a shorter time frame than what was expected and the Company continues to expand the list of retailers that will soon be carrying Kisses from Italy branded products.”

It’s that last little bit that caught our eye as expansion in a short time frame typically means that sales are meeting expectations. The Company is far past proof-of-concept for its product offering given its massive successes online.

Now the Company is adding more retail stores and stating that even more are to come.

It’s a very good sign for the Italian food maker and it gives one more revenue line to monitor in future quarterlies.

That fact, when it’s released, could well tell us what’s in-store for the Company’s shareholders.

About Kisses from Italy, Inc.

Kisses from Italy, Inc. is a restaurant chain operator, Franchisor and product distributor with locations in North America and Europe. The Company offers a quick service menu and a unique take on traditional Italian delicacies with an All-American flair. Kisses from Italy offerings include sandwiches, salads, Italian roasted coffee, coffee related beverage and an array of other products. Our goal is to leverage the success from our flagship store and our initial hotel locations in the South Florida market and to expand into other regions on a local, state, national and global level. The main focus is doing so through our continued corporate owned store expansion, along with the development and sales of additional locations through the advancement of our franchise and territorial rights program.

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Free Flow, Inc. (FFLO) Announces Appointment of Dr. Melody A. Jackson to the Company’s Board of Directors

Dr. Jackson possesses over 20 years of management and supervisory experience in government, academia and business including in the automobile recycling industry

King George, VA, Dec. 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Free Flow, Inc. (FFLO:OTCPINK), whose current subsidiaries provide vehicle dismantling and the recycling of OEM auto parts and supplies; scrap metal processing; auto leasing; and investing in additional operating companies, today announced the appointment of Dr. Melody Jackson as a director of the Company.  A Current Report on Form 8-K detailing this appointment to Board of Directors will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission in the coming days.

Dr. Jackson is a management expert, college faculty member, and researcher with over 20 years of management and supervisory experience that includes an executive level of management for functions such as Strategic Management, Project Management, Human Resources Management, and Environmental Management with over 7 years of service as a Management Professor.

Dr. Jackson founded her first non-profit organization 15 years ago along with the two other members of the Executive Committee and currently serves as an adviser to other non-profit executives.  She has served as an elected member of the Board of Directors for the American Association of University Women.  She has provided consultations to entrepreneurs as the Owner and CEO of a Business Consulting Firm, staff for the City of Richmond, and member of the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) for the Small Business Administration.

Dr. Jackson started a business school in Central Virginia that focused primarily on providing consultations to entrepreneurs and nonprofit executives as well as offering training through seminars, workshops, webinars, and small courses to business owners, nonprofit leaders, and government representatives.  She created the Build Green Living Laboratory as the primary project for the school and served as the Project Manager for the life of the project.

At University of Virginia, she served as Equity Center Director of Operations, Program Manager for the School of Nursing, Faculty for the School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, and Research Program Advisor for Curry School of Education.  At University of Phoenix, she was the Founder and Group Leader of the Virtual Inter-connectivity Research Lab, Dissertation Chair, Senior Research Fellow for the Center for Global Business Research, Doctoral Faculty for the School of Advanced Studies online campus, and Management Faculty for the School of Business at the Virginia ground campus teaching both graduate and undergraduate courses in both online and place-based delivery methods.

Dr. Jackson has functioned as a thought leader conducting research, presenting at research conferences, and publishing research results. She served as a member of the United Stated Army where she received a multitude of awards and commendations.

In the automobile recycling industry, Dr. Jackson has been instrumental in the strategic management and growth of a Virginia-based recycling company for over 15 years where she has managed Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans and overseen Motor Vehicle Dealer Board compliance.

“Dr. Jackson’s experience in the automobile recycling industry and well as her management and leadership roles in a variety of professional settings make her an ideal addition to the Board of Directors overseeing Management,” commented Mr. Sabir Saleem, CEO of Free Flow, Inc. 

“I am truly honored to be given the opportunity to join such a forward moving organization, and I am excited about the ability to serve on a global level,” said Dr. Jackson.  “It is tremendously rewarding to contribute to a better world through recycle and reuse efforts.”

Any shareholders or interested potential investors who want to receive information directly from Free Flow, Inc. as soon as it has been publicly disclosed, should sign up for the Company’s Email Alert System at https://mailchi.mp/129de3da6ae6/email-alerts.  More information about the Company can be viewed at www.FreeFlowPLC.com. 

To view the Company’s recently completed Offering Memorandum, please visit http://www.freeflowplc.com/offering-memorandum/.

ABOUT
FREE FLOW, INC.

Free Flow, Inc., traded under the stock ticker symbol “FFLO”, is a Delaware company that creates and acquires operating subsidiaries with the goal of manufacturing and selling products and services.  Through its current subsidiaries – Accurate Auto Parts, Inc., Motor & Metals, Inc., and Citi Autos, Corp. – the Company provides OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) recycled auto parts and supplies from a warehousing and shipping facility on its 19-plus acre facility in King George, Virginia, USA.  Every year, approximately eleven million cars are scrapped and end up in salvage yards for reprocessing.  FFLO helps to reduce the carbon footprint involved in the production of new parts and steel products through the sales of recycled auto parts and supplies.


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John Howell Appointed to the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s Board of Directors

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NEW YORK, Dec. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — John Howell, Co-Founder and President of the ComSovereign Holding Corporation (Symbol: COMS), the U.S.-based provider of 4G LTE Advanced and 5G-NR (New Radio Systems) communications and technology systems, has been named to the Board of Directors for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA).

“It is an privilege to join the Board of the MDA, and serve in its fight against neuromuscular diseases,” said Howell. “Despite the challenges of all things COVID-19, it couldn’t be a more exciting time to be part of the MDA.  The energy is palpable.  The amazing supporters of the MDA are raring to go and finish the Mission.  Smart people just ‘get it’ when they look at COVID-19 and the vaccine efforts.  Simply put: Getting research funding to the world’s best scientists generates incredible results.”

“While the public may see incredible things like Kevin Hart’s new MDA Telethon, most don’t see how the MDA has been the Most Valuable Player in many of the key genetic and muscle research developments of the last twenty years.  MDA has been backing ‘moonshot’ research efforts for years, and only now we’re getting to see the first incredible results of these investments.  This is only possible because of the generosity of millions of people.” 

Howell observed, “The spirit of the MDA reminds me of a favorite military motto used by the British Special Air Service (SAS): ‘Who Dares Wins.’  The MDA is my kind of outfit and I’m honored to be with them all the way!”

Before his appointment to the Board of Directors, Howell served for over a decade as a key advisor to MDA’s pioneering venture philanthropy investments in research.  John is a proud veteran of the U.S. Army and is Airborne and Ranger qualified.  He is a Fulbright Scholar and alumnus of Davidson College in Davidson, NC.

A Family Tradition

Howell is not the first in his family to play a leadership role in support of the MDA and its mission.  His Grandfather was Caldwell Esselstyn, MD, the close personal friend and physician of Henry ‘Lou’ Gehrig, the late New York Yankee and Member of the Baseball Hall of Fame.  After Lou’s death due to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), the condition that often bears his name, Lou’s widow, Eleanor, became one of MDA’s first National Goodwill Ambassadors. 

John is the son of Dr. Rodney ‘Rod’ Howell, the renowned geneticist who served for many years as Chairman of the MDA Board of Directors.  Due to his successful advocacy efforts, many consider Rod Howell to be ‘the Father’ of current efforts to screen every newborn child for genetic conditions.  In 2013, Rod was identified and honored as a ‘Rare Disease Hero’ by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

“In the past five years alone, MDA’s efforts have led in part to 11 new FDA approved treatments for people with neuromuscular diseases, so it is an incredibly exciting time for John to join MDA’s Board of Directors as his expertise and deep commitment to MDA’s mission provides invaluable support as we continue to make progress. John brings and invigorated spirit fueled by the hope and faith our MDA families have in this organization to strategically invest in funding research that continues to yield scientific breakthroughs, the best care at the nation’s top medical institutions, advocacy for equal access for the disability community and essential educational community programming,” said Donald S. Wood, PhD, President and CEO of MDA.

About MDA

MDA is committed to transforming the lives of people affected by muscular dystrophy, ALS and related neuromuscular diseases. Through innovations in science and care, MDA is creating more hope and answers for families living with muscular dystrophy and related diseases that take away physical strength and mobility. Research supported by MDA is directly linked to approved, life-changing therapies across multiple neuromuscular diseases. Additionally, MDA supports the largest network of multidisciplinary clinics providing best-in-class care at more than 150 of the nation’s top medical institutions. Each year, thousands of children and young adults with neuromuscular diseases learn vital life skills and gain independence at MDA’s summer camp and through recreational programs, at no cost to families.

For more information about MDA, please visit its website at www.mda.org,

About the COMSovereign Holding Corporation (Symbol: COMS)

The COMSovereign Holding Corporation (COMS) has assembled a portfolio of advanced communications and technology companies that enhance connectivity across the entire data transmission spectrum.  Through strategic acquisitions and organic research and development efforts, COMSovereign (COMS) has because a U.S.-based communications provider able to provide 4G LTE Advanced and 5G-NR telecom solutions to network operators and enterprises. 

For more information about COMSovereign (COMS), please visit www.COMSovereign.com.

 

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