FridaySep 13, 2024 3:43 pm

Web3MediaBreaks – Upstream Discusses Current Global Blockchain Regulatory Landscape, Trends in Latest Article

Upstream, a MERJ Exchange market and trading app, published a blog article today that discussed U.S. policy and how it potentially impacts global blockchain adoption. The article highlighted that uncertainty surrounding regulatory frameworks affects innovation, deters retail and institutional adoption, and creates a state of limbo for innovators and businesses alike. It further discussed countries like Japan, Singapore, Switzerland, Canada, and South Korea that have taken proactive steps to advance blockchain technology through policies, regulations, and initiatives. In contrast, the U.S. lacks clearer blockchain securities regulations, a situation that continues to impede the potential growth of the blockchain securities industry…

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FridayAug 30, 2024 2:41 pm

Web3MediaBreaks – Upstream Releases New Episode of Upstream Up Close Twitter Series, Offers Insight into Navigating Market Downturns

Upstream, a MERJ Exchange stock market and global trading app, team hosted the 16th episode of its Upstream Up Close series on Twitter (X) Spaces. Upstream noted the release of the episode, explaining that the series features 10–15 minute discussions covering key topics in the world of digital collectibles, Web3 and trading on Upstream. Episode 16 specifically focused on the potential of blockchain technology to revolutionize stock market trading, as well as the benefits blockchain-powered markets can provide during times of market volatility. In addition, the Upstream article called out the valuable insight the episode provided regarding navigating the rapids…

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ThursdayAug 29, 2024 3:12 pm

Web3MediaBreaks – ROTH Capital Partners, LLC Engages IBN as Official Media Sponsor for Upcoming 11th Annual Solar and Storage Symposium

ROTH Capital Partners, a relationship-driven investment bank, is again collaborating with IBN (“InvestorBrandNetwork”), an innovative corporate communications firm and content distributor. Under the renewed partnership, IBN will serve as an official media sponsor for the upcoming ROTH 11th Annual Solar and Storage Symposium. The event is scheduled for September 10-11, 2024, at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA, and will be held in conjunction with RE+ 2024. The symposium provides a one-of-a-kind platform for industry executives from public and private companies to network, exchange ideas about the latest trends in solar technology and solar innovation, as well as meet…

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ThursdayAug 29, 2024 2:42 pm

Web3MediaBreaks – Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. (NASDAQ: DJT) Stock Performance and Future Prospects

Trump Media & Technology Group (NASDAQ: DJT) has seen its stock price fall to the lowest levels since its initial launch in March. This decline is particularly noteworthy as it precedes September, a significant month when Donald Trump, the company’s high-profile figure, is expected to have the option to sell his shares. This situation has sparked interest and speculation among investors and market watchers alike. Currently, DJT is trading at $19.93, marking a decrease of $0.17 or approximately 0.85% from its previous value. This slight drop is part of a broader trend of fluctuation observed in the stock’s performance, with its price moving between a low…

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MondayAug 19, 2024 11:04 am

Web3MediaBreaks – Upstream Provides 24/7 Ability to Transact on All Issuers’ Listed Equities

Upstream, a MERJ Exchange stock market and global trading app, is reporting three key benefits from expanded trading hours, including flexibility during market sell-offs, accessibility for global investors and interconnectivity of global markets. The Upstream article noted that traditional markets operate within specific trading windows, which creates some challenges. “U.S. markets open at 9:30 a.m. ET and close at 4 p.m. ET, and international markets, such as the London Stock Exchange, operate from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. GMT,” stated the article. “When traditional markets like these are closed during times of volatility, particularly sell-offs, investors in different time zones…

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WednesdayAug 14, 2024 2:05 pm

Web3MediaBreaks – NextPlat Corp. (NASDAQ: NXPL), Progressive Care (RXMD) Release Q2 2024 Financial Results Showing 474% Revenue Increase

NextPlat (NASDAQ: NXPL), a global e-Commerce provider, has released record financial results for its second fiscal quarter, the period ended June 30, 2024; the results include the consolidation of the operations of its e-commerce business with the results of its healthcare operations, Progressive Care Inc. (OTCQB: RXMD). Highlights of the report indicate the company experienced a 474% increase in consolidated Q2 revenues, which totaled $17 million, and a record 34.2% quarterly margins; the report noted that the company anticipates reaching $70 million in 2024 annual revenues with additional healthcare services contracts and E-commerce expansion expected to drive the company’s continued growth. “We are…

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TuesdayAug 13, 2024 11:56 am

Web3MediaBreaks – DoubleDown Interactive Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ: DDI) Releases Q2 2024 Financial Results

DoubleDown Interactive (NASDAQ: DDI), a leading developer and publisher of digital games on mobile and web-based platforms, is reporting its second-quarter 2024 unaudited financial results, for the period ended June 30, 2024. Highlights of the report include an increase of revenue to $88.2 million from $75.2 million in Q2 2023; an increase in operating expenses to $52 million from $47.7 million in Q2 2023; an increase in net income to $33.3 million; and an increase in Adjusted EBITDA to $37 million from $27.6 million in Q2 2023. “We continued to drive strong growth across our business in the 2024 second quarter,…

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MondayAug 12, 2024 10:41 am

Web3MediaBreaks – Upstream Lists Advantages of Trading Powered by Blockchain Tech

Upstream, a MERJ Exchange stock market and global trading app, is powered by blockchain technology, which is self-sufficient and operates continuously. That model means that stock markets could operate 24/7 with instantaneous settlement, which changes the landscape, particularly during market sell-offs. The advantages of that were discussed in a recent Upstream article. The article noted that “this past Monday morning, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell more than 1,000 points. The Nikkei 225, an index of leading stocks in Tokyo, closed down 5.8% Friday, and then 12.4% on Monday.” The article observed that because of traditional stock-trading hours, an entire…

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MondayAug 05, 2024 2:09 pm

Web3MediaBreaks – Blockchain Futurist Conference Shares Top 10 Reasons to Attend Upcoming Event

Blockchain Futurist Conference is this year’s must-attend Web3 event, and a recent press release shares the top reasons for being part of the Aug. 13–14, 2024, gathering. Those reasons include everything from being the largest Web3 event in Canada — with more than 10,000 attendees, 250-plus speakers and 150 partners — to including a massive cabana networking opportunity and dozens of scheduled meet-up opportunities. The two-day event also features two hackathons: the ETHToronto Hackathon and ETHWomen, the largest female-driven hackathon in the world. In addition, the event is being held during Canada’s Crypto Week, with more than 50 other events also taking…

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TuesdayJul 30, 2024 1:19 pm

Web3MediaBreaks – Pinterest Inc.’s (NYSE: PINS) Stock Surge and Elliott Investment Management’s Role

Pinterest (NYSE: PINS) has been in the spotlight since Elliott Investment Management, a notable activist investing firm, acquired a 9% stake in the company in July 2022. This move was a turning point for Pinterest, which at the time was trading at less than $20 per share. Since Elliott’s investment, Pinterest’s stock has more than doubled, reaching over $40 per share. This surge in stock price is closely tied to significant changes within the company, including a leadership transition that welcomed new CEO Bill Ready and strategic shifts such as embracing third-party ads, notably a partnership with Amazon, which played a…

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