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Curb and American Express Expand Partnership This Holiday Season to Celebrate Drivers in Additional Markets

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Curb, the leading taxi solutions provider and ride-hailing app for licensed taxi and for-hire rides in North America, today announced its 2023 holiday rewards program for drivers, in partnership with American Express. As a driver-first organization, Curb recognizes the integral role drivers play in propelling urban mobility forward and is continually identifying new ways to offer greater support and benefits. Aligned with these initiatives, Curb will manage and distribute American Express® gift cards provided by American Express to honor drivers for all their hard work in providing dependable transportation this holiday season and beyond. Curb will distribute the gift cards to a select number of outstanding drivers that use the Curb e-hail platform in New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and Chicago once per month from the end of November to coincide with Small Business Saturday, through the end of April. Given that drivers represent small business owners themselves, Curb will once again be joining American Express’ Small Business Saturday® Corporate Supporter Program to raise additional awareness for supporting small businesses. “We are so proud of this program’s success last year in New York and, together with American Express, are excited to expand into other cities and honor the hard-working drivers who support our busy lives every day,” said Amos Tamam, CEO of Curb. “With this time of the year being one of the most intense for our drivers, we truly appreciate their dedication to excellent service and to going above and beyond for customers.” Launched last year in New York City, the program proved to be highly successful, inspiring drivers to maintain their enduring enthusiasm, which was reflected in continued, strong performance across the Curb platform. “In line with American Express’ continued efforts to support small businesses, partnering with Curb enables us to recognize taxi drivers who provide essential transportation services,” said Tatia Adams Fox, Vice-President and General Manager in the National Client Group at American Express. “We are thrilled to run this program again at a larger scale, reinforcing our commitment to supporting local economies across these vibrant cities.” To learn more about Curb, please visit gocurb.com. About Curb Curb is reimagining urban mobility with a driver-first approach to ride-hailing. Bringing upfront pricing to the largest nationwide network of taxis and licensed for-hire vehicles, Curb provides unparalleled transparency to riders and drivers alike. Curb is connected to over 100,000 drivers in dozens of cities across the US and UK, powering millions of taxi rides worldwide and facilitating billions of dollars in payment transactions annually through its open mobility platform. Curb has built an innovative suite of products that provide a unified supply of taxis and licensed for-hire vehicles - the first of its kind to bring solutions for passengers, drivers, and fleet management. Their B2B services power millions of rides for transit agencies, healthcare providers, and businesses while also providing effortless payments and advertising that reaches captive audiences of millions on Taxi TV. About American Express American Express is a globally integrated payments company, providing customers with access to products, insights and experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Learn more at americanexpress.com and connect with us on facebook.com/americanexpress, instagram.com/americanexpress, linkedin.com/company/american-express, twitter.com/americanexpress, and youtube.com/americanexpress. Key links to products, services and corporate responsibility information: personal cards, business cards, travel services, gift cards, prepaid cards, merchant services, Accertify, Kabbage, Resy, corporate card, business travel, diversity and inclusion, corporate responsibility and Environmental, Social, and Governance reports. Contact Details N6 Powered by KRMA Zak Hawke +1 717-756-7536 curb@n6krma.com Company Website https://www.gocurb.com/

November 20, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Analyst Makes a Bitcoin (BTC) Price Prediction Pre-Halving Event: Can Tron (TRX) and Everlodge (ELDG) Keep Pace?

Total Media

As the highly anticipated Bitcoin (BTC) halving event draws near, analysts predict where its price might sit before this significant milestone. Amidst this thrilling anticipation, the eyes of the crypto world are not solely fixated on this crypto king; altcoins like Tron (TRX) and Everlodge ( ELDG ) are also in the spotlight. Join the Everlodge presale and win a luxury holiday to the Maldives Bitcoin (BTC): The Race to $50,000 The renowned crypto analyst Captain Faibik recently made a bullish Bitcoin (BTC) price prediction. If Bitcoin maintains stability within the 34-38,000 range for the next two months, the price surge could witness BTC soaring to an impressive $50,000 by late March. This projection provides a potential roadmap for Bitcoin's trajectory after the significant halving event. Regarding Bitcoin price performance, the token value has increased from $35,322 on November 14th to $36,324 on November 16th. Additionally, Bitcoin has experienced a reasonable 60% green days and modest price volatility of around 7.97% over the last 30 days alone. The market awaits if Captain Faibik's Bitcoin price prediction will steer it to new heights in the coming months. Tron (TRX): Exhibiting Bullish Momentum Meanwhile, Tron (TRX) has recently emerged with notable vigor, showcasing substantial growth within its DeFi sector. Notably, Tron announced that its DeFi space TVL has surged impressively, marking a milestone at $19.8B. This surge shows Tron's growing ecosystem and its escalating utilization among users. The Tron price has also reflected this growth, rising from $0.09 on November 9th to $0.10 on November 16th. Moreover, Tron has been trading consistently above its 100 and 200-day EMAs, a good indicator signaling sustained positive market sentiment. As a result, analysts have made a bullish Tron price prediction. They project its price to hit $0.11 by December 2023. The platform's steady expansion and robust DeFi participation position TRX favorably for an upward trajectory before the Bitcoin halving event. Everlodge (ELDG): Presale Advances at Lightning Speed Amidst the hype surrounding Bitcoin and Tron's DeFi growth, Everlodge (ELDG) is also making its mark. This rising presale star has already reached Stage 7 of its presale, providing early buyers with an astonishing 150% return. Traders are displaying a great deal of confidence in Everlodge's growth as millions of ELDG native tokens have been sold already. Essentially, Everlodge aims to revolutionize the $280T real estate market by eliminating all issues plaguing it. For example, if you are a trader with a small capital, high-end properties may not be available in traditional marketplaces. Everlodge will change this by digitizing and minting villas or vacation homes into NFTs and then fractionalizing them. This feature will give you an excellent opportunity to become a fractional owner of a mountain cabin or a beachfront villa for prices as low as $100. Another exciting aspect of Everlodge is that anyone can trade their NFTs on secondary markets - adding to its liquidity. This is vital for all those who desire the flexibility to enter or exit quickly. All these features are driven by ELDG, which is now worth only $0.025. Unlike Bitcoin and Tron, it has a low market cap. Meaning that ELDG needs fewer new funds for its price to grow. Therefore, experts foresee a rise to $0.038 before its presale ends. By joining this presale right now, you will also be eligible for a Maldives holiday giveaway - a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Find out more about the Everlodge (ELDG) Presale Website: https://www.everlodge.io/ Telegram: https://t.me/everlodge Contact Details Everlodge Media Team media@everlodge.io

November 20, 2023 08:15 AM Eastern Standard Time

75% of Software Engineers Faced Retaliation Last Time They Reported Wrongdoing

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As AI continued to bring public concerns about computer systems to the forefront, earlier this year FTX’s former Director of Engineering plead guilty to his role in wrongdoing at the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange. Meanwhile, the Horizon IT Inquiry continues to investigate how faulty accounting software has been blamed for multiple suicides and what has been described as “the most widespread miscarriage of justice in UK history”, with those wrongly imprisoned including a pregnant woman. An investigation 1 conducted by Dr Junade Ali CEng FIET 2 has uncovered systematic ongoing failures affecting software engineers and therefore computer systems used by broader society. 53% of software engineers surveyed by the polling firm Survation say they’ve suspected wrongdoing at work. Of those who speak up, 75% report facing retaliation the last time they reported wrongdoing to their employers. In instances where software engineers stayed silent, the top two reasons cited were potential retaliation from management (59%) and potential retaliation from colleagues (44%). Some companies have also sought to bypass public interest disclosure laws by getting employees to agree to warranty clauses during severance stipulating they know of no grounds to make protected disclosures. Such protected disclosures can include matters related to criminality, failure to comply with legal obligations, miscarriages of justice, health and safety dangers, or environmental damage. Despite these workaround clauses being banned by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in 2016, the investigation has found that they continued to be used in a financial institution - as evidenced by a settlement agreement between Worldpay and current BT CEO, Philip Jansen. The agreement lists automatic unfair dismissal for making a protected disclosure as a “particular claim” settled under the agreement and in exchange for signing the agreement Mr Jansen was paid £251,282 as a severance payment, the first £30,000 of which was tax-free, in addition to a £20,000 plus VAT contribution to legal fees, £3,700 plus VAT in outplacement counselling services and £100 for agreeing to post-termination restrictions. Commenting on the settlement agreement between Worldpay and Philip Jansen, Professor Richard Moorhead, Professor of Law and Professional Ethics at the University of Exeter, said: “If the clause is in breach of the FCA rules then this is a serious matter that I would expect them to look into, identify the senior people responsible, and take appropriate action. Any lawyers on top of their brief and involved in drafting such a clause would, I think, be expected to advise their clients that such clauses were inappropriate under FCA rules.” With engineers feeling unsafe to speak up, the investigation has also found the “industry standard” metrics frameworks used to assess software teams are flawed. Whilst Google’s DORA team has continued to use metrics that prioritise speed (and volume) to measure the delivery performance of software teams, a nationally representative poll of British adults ranked “getting the latest features as quickly as possible” least important to them when using computer systems (22%). Of the 10 different dimensions measured, the public was most likely to agree “to a great extent” that data security (62%), data accuracy (55%) and ensuring there are no serious bugs (55%) mattered to them. Of 8 dimensions, software engineers were least likely to agree “to a great extent” that “delivering work quickly” was most important to their jobs (33%); instead being able to provide for their families (52%), delivering work that is highly reliable (51%) and ensuring their work kept data secure (47%) came top. Additionally, whilst newer frameworks have focussed on the use of surveys within team settings; the investigation found, alongside the risk of retaliation for speaking up, 1 in 6 software engineers feel unable to express ideas or concerns, speak up with questions, or admit to mistakes, without fear of negative consequences. Nearly 1 in 4 software engineers said they were unable to take calculated risks without fear of negative consequences. Prior research identified in the investigation has also shown that “those with the lowest programming skill” are most likely to be most over-optimistic at evaluating software delivery performance in large projects. With 44% of those who didn’t report wrongdoing attributing fear of retaliation from colleagues as a reason, the study highlights the need to ensure subjective employee feedback mechanisms are not used as a tool for retaliation. Commenting on the entire investigation, Dr Junade Ali CEng FIET, the Principal Investigator of the study, said: “Recent developments demonstrate the fundamental importance of software engineers being free to raise the alarm when they become aware of potential wrongdoing; unfortunately our research has highlighted that software engineers are not sufficiently protected when they need to do so. From software engineers facing mass retaliation for speaking up and banned gagging clauses still being used, to ‘industry-standard’ software development metrics not considering the public’s risk appetite; this investigation has highlighted systematic and profound issues with society-wide impact, given how integral computers are to all our lives. Our investigation has shown a tendency for problems to be swept below the rug until they reach boiling point rather than addressed, this is neither compassionate nor honest for those involved.” In relation to the Worldpay settlement agreement, the Solicitors Regulation Authority said: “It’s not clear that any solicitors were involved in this matter. The FCA as Worldpay’s regulator will investigate this matter and if they felt that any solicitors were involved in drafting agreements that breach our rules, they would refer them to us through our agreed channels.” … “We were made aware in 2018 that solicitors potentially could be forgetting their legal obligations when drawing up settlement agreements and were including NDAs that were not compliant with the law. That led to us putting out a warning notice in 2018 that we updated in 2020 to make sure the profession did not breach its obligations. Solicitors should uphold the rule of law and proper administration of justice, after all.” FIS who own Worldpay, Phillip Jansen, the Post Office and the Financial Conduct Authority did not respond to requests for comment. BT Group declined to comment. Detailed responses from Professor Richard Moorhead, the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Post Office can be found in the report. 1 The Dark Side of Software Development - Dr Junade Ali CEng FIET served as Principal Investigator for the study. Opinion polling conducted by Survation. Survation is a member of the British Polling Council and abides by its rules. Survation is a Market Research Society (MRS) Company Partner. All UK adults polling fieldwork was done between 29th September and 8th October (1,989 nationally representative sample, providing 95% confidence the ‘true’ result will fall within 2.20% of the sample result). Software Engineer polling fieldwork conducted on the 25th October (n = 280, providing 95% confidence the ‘true’ result will fall within 5.85% of the sample result). 2 Dr Junade Ali MSc PhD CEng FIET is a British software engineer and computer scientist. About Engprax Engprax is a Scottish company offering software audits, investigations and consultancy - minimising the risks associated with software whilst maximising reward, to ensure all of society sees the benefits from technology. To learn more, please visit: https://www.engprax.com/ Contact Details Engprax Bilal Mahmood +44 7714 007257 b.mahmood@stockwoodstrategy.com Company Website https://www.engprax.com/

November 20, 2023 07:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Business Awards UK Celebrates Digital Transformation Pioneers in the 2023 Digital Transformation Awards

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( King NewsWire ) - Business Awards UK proudly presents the 2023 Digital Transformation Awards, honouring the outstanding companies and individuals who are reshaping industries through innovative digital solutions and strategies. 2023 Digital Transformation Awards Winners Akeno Ltd - Ecommerce Transformation Excellence Azerbaijan Public Employment Agency (APEA) - Best Agile Transformation Fusion Education People Solutions - Best Digital Transformation In Education, Large Business Digital Transformation Impress - Best Health Digital Transformation MillTechFX - Innovation In Digital Transformation Molo Finance - Small Business Digital Transformation Montgomery Coaching & Consultancy - Digital Transformation Triumph Over Adversity, Digital Transformation Diversity And Inclusion Champion TechCare - Best Cybersecurity Transformation Texaport - Customer Service Excellence From Digital Transformation Towers Associates - Excellence In Cloud Transformation Trade House Media - Best Startup Digital Transformation 2023 Digital Transformation Awards Finalists Akeno Ltd - Customer Service Excellence From Digital Transformation Exos Systems Limited - Best Startup Digital Transformation, Best Agile Transformation Fusion Education People Solutions - Digital Transformation Triumph Over Adversity MillTechFX - Best Startup Digital Transformation, Small Business Digital Transformation Towers Associates - Digital Transformation Triumph Over Adversity Trade House Media - Small Business Digital Transformation Tectah - Excellence In Cloud Transformation, Ecommerce Transformation Excellence, Large Business Digital Transformation Texaport - Innovation In Digital Transformation, Best Cybersecurity Transformation 2023 Digital Transformation Awards Individual Award Winners & Finalists Winner: Dr Paul Cleverley, Infoscience Technologies Ltd - Best Digital Leadership Finalist: Oliver Aleksejuk, TechCare - Best Digital Leadership Finalist: Surendra Reddy Challapalli, Citi - Best Digital Leadership This year's Digital Transformation Awards highlighted the convergence of innovation, dedication, and strategic prowess across various sectors. From consultancies like Akeno Ltd, which are driving businesses into a new era of innovation, to specialised solutions providers like Fusion Education that are reshaping traditional sectors, the winners have showcased the breadth and depth of transformative strategies. Additionally, companies such as Impress remind us that digital transformation is not just about business—it encompasses areas as personal as orthodontic care, underscoring the holistic nature of this digital era. These winners, alongside the finalists, exemplify the essence of transformation. Their collective achievements signal not just the advancements of the present but set a trajectory for the future—a future where digital solutions continually redefine possibilities. We extend our warmest congratulations to all the champions of this digital revolution and eagerly anticipate the innovations they'll introduce in the coming years. For more information about the awards or for interview requests, please contact the Business Awards UK team. Contact Details Business Awards UK Mark Byrne, Director +44 1422 771042 mark@business-awards.uk Company Website https://business-awards.uk

November 20, 2023 06:36 AM Eastern Standard Time

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November 18, 2023 01:36 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Don’t Buy the Dips - Do This Instead

RoundHouse Media

You’ve probably heard the advice “Buy the dip” before. Or as Warren Buffet famously said, “Buy when there’s blood in the streets.” Generally speaking, that’s sound advice. But where it often fails is when the market is moving up fast, as it has over the past few weeks, with everyone chasing after the best crypto to buy and FOMOing in on coins that are exploding. Technical analysis (aka “TA”) and YouTube “experts” all claim to be able to predict the future, but statistics show they’re actually not much better than randomly guessing. Learning to read charts can take years to master – and even then, the problem is that everyone else is reading the same charts, seeing the same patterns, and betting against you. But there’s one simple proven technique that pretty much anyone can master – Dollar-Cost Averaging (aka, “DCA”). This method helps investors beat market uncertainty by making automatic and regular purchases, rather than trying to predict exact tops and bottoms. The strategy behind it is simple: invest the same amount of money in the best crypto to buy over a certain period. This method helps investors to reduce their average cost per token and the impact of volatility on their portfolios. In effect, dollar-cost averaging eliminates the effort investors require to predict the market to buy at reasonable prices. This strategy is also known as the constant dollar plan, and it takes emotion out of the equation – overbuying when price is rising too fast, or not buying when the price is low, due to fear. But it requires strong nerves to stick to the plan. >>BUY $GFOX TOKENS NOW<< How Dollar-Cost Averaging Works in the Crypto Market Dollar-cost averaging is an excellent tool for any crypto investor to save money and build wealth. It can also help investors ignore short-time volatility in the crypto market. An example of dollar-cost averaging is when an investor makes a regular $50 purchase of $ETH regardless of the token's price in the market. This investment will be automatic and for a certain period. You can even set automatic buy orders on exchanges so you don’t forget, or worse, start to second-guess yourself. Dollar-cost averaging is a smart investment strategy for both new and experienced investors looking to become rich in the crypto market. Benefits of Dollar-Cost Averaging: Removes the problems of timing the market Takes emotion out of your investment plans Lowers the average amount you spend on investments Eliminates the concerns of when to invest because it’s automatic Who Is Dollar-Cost Averaging For? Any investor who wants to benefit from its many advantages can use the dollar-cost averaging strategy. This includes the stress of making investment decisions under pressure, lower average cost, and regular automatic investment. DCA can be helpful to new crypto investors without the expertise and experience to predict the best moment to buy their preferred tokens. Also, it can serve as an efficient and reliable tool for experienced investors who don’t have the time to monitor the market. Another smart way to DCA is to make regular investments in a presale, like the Galaxy Fox ($GFOX) token presale, which is now in its early stages and recently hit the 6 figure mark of token investment. Setting aside just $50 or $100 per month to invest, and sticking to the plan regardless of what’s happening in the market, is the key to success. >>BUY $GFOX TOKENS NOW<< Why Should Crypto Investors Use Dollar-Cost Averaging? The main benefit of using dollar-cost averaging is that it reduces the adverse effects of investors’ psychology and market prediction on their crypto portfolios. Emotion is the worst enemy of a serious trader. By employing this strategy, investors avoid the risk of making counter-productive investment decisions out of fear or greed, such as buying more when a token price rises or panic-selling when the price drops. Instead, the dollar-cost averaging strategy forces investors to focus on setting out a certain amount of money daily, weekly, or monthly while ignoring the current price of the targeted tokens. Although it eliminates the need for learning to read complicated charts, it still requires careful research and knowledge of the market to determine the best crypto to buy. But statistically speaking, odds of success will be in your favor – especially if you take advantage of opportunities like the Galaxy Fox presale. >>BUY $GFOX TOKENS NOW<< Learn more about Galaxy Fox ($GFOX) here: Visit Galaxy Fox Presale | Join The Telegram Group | Follow Galaxy Fox on Twitter You’ve probably heard the advice “Buy the dip” before. Or as Warren Buffet famously said, “Buy when there’s blood in the streets.” Generally speaking, that’s sound advice. But where it often fails is when the market is moving up fast, as it has over the past few weeks, with everyone chasing after the best crypto to buy and FOMOing in on coins that are exploding. Contact Details Team media@galaxyfox.io

November 18, 2023 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

SloMining Sets New Standards in Cloud Mining with Cutting-Edge Technology

King Newswire

( King NewsWire ) - SloMining, a cloud mining platform, has set new standards with a technical team and state-of-the-art infrastructure. Leveraging advanced servers and a robust solar power generation system, SloMining provides investors with stable returns, combining low costs and high profits. With the recent progress, SloMining has offered users a steady fixed income, automatically deposited into their accounts daily. Withdrawal requests are seamlessly processed, demonstrating the company’s commitment to efficiency and user satisfaction. SloMining is dedicated to providing users with market-leading technology backed by an experienced investment team and IT experts. The platform's user-friendly interface bolsters that both beginners and seasoned investors can quickly get started and benefit from cloud mining investments. SloMining has invited individuals to join its dynamic community of miners, united by a passion for the potential of cryptocurrencies. SloMining caters to all users, whether they are new to crypto mining or seasoned professionals seeking a trustworthy platform. SloMining has introduced an Affiliate Program, allowing users to become part of its success and earn a lifetime commission of up to 3%. Signing up is simple – users can create an account, get their unique affiliate link, and start sharing it with friends and family via social media. Additionally, users can kickstart their cloud mining investment and enjoy their first payout within just 24 hours. For more information about SloMining and its services, please visit their website. About SloMining: Founded in 2018 and headquartered in the United Kingdom, SloMining is a cloud mining industry. With a focus on innovation, security, and user-friendly interfaces, SloMining provides a dynamic platform for both newcomers and experienced miners. Contact Details SloMining Diana info@slomining.com Company Website https://slomining.com/

November 18, 2023 04:19 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Wishpond sees revenue growth posting 5th straight quarter of positive adjusted EBITDA

Wishpond Technologies Ltd.

Wishpond Technologies CEO Ali Tajskandar and CFO David Pais joined Steve Darling from Proactive to present the company’s financial achievements for the third quarter and the first nine months of 2023. Wishpond reported a rise in quarterly revenue to $5.7 million in Q3-2023, up from $5.4 million in the corresponding period the previous year. This growth was attributed mainly to organic factors, including heightened demand for products, escalated sales and marketing efforts, and the introduction of new products. The company also recorded a Gross Profit of $3,825,821 in Q3-2023, marking an improvement over the same quarter in 2022. Moreover, Wishpond sustained a positive Adjusted EBITDA for the fifth consecutive quarter, hitting $0.3 million. CEO Tajskandar informed Proactive that Wishpond is on track for a strong finish to the year, anticipating a robust fourth quarter. He attributed this optimism to the period of transition during the first nine months when the company introduced Propel IQ, their next-generation marketing platform. After a phase dedicated to retraining the sales force, the company is now witnessing an upswing in Propel IQ sales and is in the process of expanding its sales team. CFO Pais added to the optimistic outlook, forecasting that Wishpond is on course to achieve record revenue and Adjusted EBITDA in 2023. He also projected this trend to continue into 2024, with expectations of increased Monthly Recurring Revenue, driven by both organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Contact Details Proactive Canada +1 604-688-8158 na-editorial@proactiveinvestors.com

November 17, 2023 01:00 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Prometheum Co-CEO Explains How Properly Licensed Platforms Are The Key To Investor Education And Safety

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By Faith Ashmore, Benzinga Aaron Kaplan, co-CEO of Prometheum, spoke at the panel “Promoting Mass Adoption Through Policy, Education, and Technology” at Benzinga’s Future of Digital Assets Conference. Kaplan shared that the past few years have seen an influx of celebrity and influencer agendas that have hurt the credibility of retail investment. One of the ways he sees the narrative of retail trading shifting is by highlighting platforms that are properly regulated, specifically federally licensed trading platforms. Watch Exclusive Footage Here This post contains sponsored content. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

November 17, 2023 01:00 PM Eastern Standard Time

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