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FCCN Spectral Capital Welcomes Derrick Youngblood to Advisory Board Strengthening Global Sales Strategy for Vogon Decentralized Cloud Platform

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SEATTLE, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — FCCN Spectral Capital (OTCQB: FCCN), a leading innovator in decentralized cloud technology and advanced quantum ledger solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of Derrick Youngblood to its Advisory Board. With over 20 years of expertise in sales leadership and technical innovation, Derrick will play a strategic role in guiding FCCN’s expansion of its Vogon decentralized edge and hybrid cloud platform across 16 global regions.

Currently serving as Chief Revenue Officer at Tekumo (OTC: TKMO), Derrick has demonstrated exceptional success in building and managing global sales teams, cultivating partnerships, and driving growth across diverse technology markets. His experience aligns perfectly with FCCN Spectral Capital’s goal to establish Vogon as a leading decentralized solution by leveraging Managed Service Provider (MSP) partnerships globally. Derrick’s appointment underscores FCCN’s commitment to partnering with companies like Tekumo, empowering MSPs with scalable, edge-based cloud solutions that are robust, secure, and sustainable.

“Joining FCCN Spectral Capital’s Advisory Board is an exciting opportunity, especially as we advance Vogon’s presence and Tekumo technology across global markets through a world-class MSP network,” said Derrick Youngblood. “I look forward to assisting FCCN in identifying and equipping partners with high-performance, decentralized cloud solutions, enabling them to succeed in today’s competitive IT landscape and to contributing to both of our company’s strategic growth and global market reach.”

FCCN Spectral Capital’s Chairman, Sean Brehm, expressed his enthusiasm: “Derrick’s deep industry insight, coupled with his proven sales leadership and technical background, makes him a powerful force in expanding FCCN’s global MSP reach in partnering with Tekumo. His ability to foster innovative partnerships and future-proof solutions aligns perfectly with our goals for Vogon’s decentralized cloud platform. With a forward-thinking approach and a commitment to impactful, long-term value creation, Derrick’s addition to our Advisory Board reinforces our dedication to building a transformative, resilient infrastructure for the future.”

With Derrick’s assistance and influence, FCCN Spectral Capital aims to solidify Vogon’s footprint in the MSP market, delivering revolutionizing edge and hybrid cloud solutions that support partners like Tekumo and clients across each of the 16 targeted global regions.

About FCCN Spectral Capital (OTCQB: FCCN)
Based in Seattle, Washington, FCCN Spectral Capital is a leading innovator in decentralized cloud solutions, powered by advanced quantum ledger technology. Through Vogon, its flagship edge and hybrid cloud platform, FCCN is committed to delivering scalable, secure, and transformative cloud solutions for global markets. By fostering MSP partnerships worldwide, FCCN is setting new standards in decentralized infrastructure and data security for the future. For more information, please visit Spectral Capital.

About Tekumo (OTC: TKMO)
Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Tekumo connects a global network of skilled professionals with intelligent service platforms designed to optimize field services, asset management, and remote monitoring. Tekumo empowers its partners to deliver high-quality, adaptable services, helping them expand capabilities and stay competitive across traditional and emerging markets. Through innovation and collaboration, Tekumo is redefining service delivery in today’s technology landscape.

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LEAP Group Relaunches HumanView, a Growth Intelligence System Built to Explain Why Customers Behave the Way They Do

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Reimagined from the ground up, HumanView pairs statistical modeling with expert analysts to turn millions of real-world customer signals into business decisions

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LEAP Group today announced the relaunch of HumanView, its growth intelligence service. The new version has been rebuilt from the ground up and now has a dedicated home at leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

HumanView analyzes what customers say and do across social platforms, e-commerce sites, review platforms, search behavior and user-generated content, including signals from Reddit, TikTok, YouTube, Meta, Amazon and Walmart+ that general AI tools cannot always access. Because the data reflects unprompted, real-world behavior, it avoids the response bias built into surveys and focus groups.

The service works in three layers. HumanView captures signals at scale, decodes millions of records through validated statistical models such as regression, correlation and clustering, and then relies on experienced analysts to interpret the patterns. Clients receive clear, human-validated insights instead of another dashboard.

“Machines find the patterns. Humans find the point,” said Alan Gilleo, CEO at LEAP Group. “The first version of HumanView showed us how much customers reveal when nobody is asking them questions. This version is built to explain why they act the way they do, and to put those answers in front of everyone making decisions, from product to service to marketing.”

HumanView focuses on three areas:

Growth Intelligence: customer motivations and how people perceive a brand and its competitors

Market and Category Intelligence: product pain points, service friction, unmet needs and competitive gaps

Audience Intelligence: new segments, positioning opportunities and gaps in the market

Every model is designed and validated by data scientists and benchmarked before it informs a recommendation.

To learn more about HumanView, visit leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

About LEAP Group
LEAP Group is a boutique marketing agency holding company with offices in Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Chicago. Guided by the belief that brands should “Market Less. Matter More.,” LEAP gives clients access to specialized experts across its entire network. Learn more at leapgroupnetwork.com.

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

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TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CSE: ADX) (“Advantex”), a leader in the merchant cash advance and loyalty marketing products for merchants, today announced the completion of a $250,000 secured debt financing. Advantex issued a $250,000 non-convertible debenture which bears an interest rate at 12% per annum and matures December 15, 2027. The proceeds raised from this issuance of the Debenture will be used for working capital purposes.

Advantex has also extended the maturity of its existing $700,000 in 12% secured debentures from October 10, 2026 to December 15, 2027.

About Advantex Marketing International Inc.

Advantex provides working capital to merchants. Advantex also provides specialized marketing programs that enable members of Aeroplan to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants.

Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX. For more information go to Advantex’s profile on www.sedar.com

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The statements in this news release are made of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements are made based on management’s beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date the statements are made and Advantex undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by applicable law.

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