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VanEck Model Portfolios Now Available on Amplify Platform

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New partnership provides Amplify Platform advisors access to VanEck’s multi-asset model portfolios, strategies that combine active insights with diversified exposure across equities, fixed income, real assets and digital assets.

NEW YORK, June 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — VanEck today announced that a suite of its ETF model portfolios is now available through Amplify Platform, the AI-native growth platform purpose-built for financial advisors and enterprise firms building a signature experience. The partnership marks VanEck’s first model portfolio integration with the Amplify platform and more evidence of Amplify’s continuing commitment to deliver institutional-quality investment solutions to its advisor community.

The VanEck model portfolios now available through Amplify’s Product Marketplace include:

Real Assets Portfolio: A dynamic strategy that allocates across key inflation-fighting asset segments, including commodities, natural resource equities, gold, REITs, MLPs and infrastructure. The portfolio uses a rules-based, data-driven process to adjust exposures across real asset sectors, providing advisors a timely tool for positioning portfolios amid heightened geopolitical uncertainty and persistent inflationary pressures.

Wealth Builder Core Portfolios (Conservative, Moderate, and Aggressive): Core multi-asset allocation strategies providing exposure to equities and fixed income, with a strategic allocation to real assets. Offered across three risk profiles, the portfolios blend active and passive security selection within a systematic framework, with opportunistic rebalancing designed to maintain diversification and manage risk across market environments. The Core suite offers a streamlined solution for clients seeking broad exposure.

Wealth Builder Plus Portfolios (Conservative, Moderate, and Aggressive): Expanded core allocation strategies that build on the Core portfolios by incorporating digital assets alongside equities, fixed income and real assets. Also offered across three risk profiles, the Plus portfolios combine active and passive security selection within a systematic, opportunistically rebalanced framework. This suite is designed for clients seeking enhanced return potential and broader diversification through digital asset inclusion. 

Select Opportunities Portfolio: An equity-focused, high-conviction strategy that draws on VanEck’s top investment ideas across asset classes, sectors, geographies and risk factors to pursue capital appreciation within a risk-managed framework.

These model portfolios have historically demonstrated competitive performance relative to their respective benchmarks since inception1, as detailed in the model fact sheets at VanEck’s Model Portfolios Center.

Built on an open-architecture framework that includes both VanEck and third-party ETFs, the portfolios are designed to deliver broad, diversified exposure while giving advisors flexibility to align allocations to varying client objectives and risk profiles. The models are managed by VanEck’s Multi-Asset Solutions (MAS) team, led by David Schassler, Head of Multi-Asset Solutions and Portfolio Manager, whose data-driven approach underpins the firm’s asset allocation strategies and model portfolio construction.

“We’re excited to bring access to our model portfolios to Amplify’s growing advisor platform,” said Kol Estreicher, Head of RIA Channel at VanEck. “These strategies go beyond traditional core allocations, equipping advisors with diversified exposures across real assets positioned for today’s geopolitical environment, thematic exposures like AI and nuclear energy, and digital assets, all within a framework that is designed to seek opportunities across market environments, not just manage downside risk.”

“This addition reflects what the Amplify Product Marketplace is built to do: give RIAs and wealth platforms streamlined access to differentiated, professionally managed strategies they can implement with confidence — outsourcing portfolio construction, trading, and rebalancing while keeping the client relationship at the center,” said Aaron Brodt, Amplify Co-Founder.2

For more information about VanEck’s model portfolios, visit vaneck.com/model-portfolios. Financial advisors interested in accessing VanEck models on Amplify can contact their VanEck or Amplify representative.

1 Please see VanEck’s model Portfolio Center for complete performance information. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Benchmark comparisons are for illustrative purposes only. Not all portfolios outperformed their benchmarks in all periods. Individual results will vary.

2 Aaron Brodt is Co-Founder of Amplify Technology, LLC, which has entered into a distribution agreement with VanEck pursuant to which Amplify makes VanEck model portfolios available through its Product Marketplace. Due to this commercial relationship, Mr. Brodt and/or Amplify may have a financial interest in the promotion of VanEck’s model portfolios. This statement reflects Mr. Brodt’s views and not those of VanEck or its employees.

About VanEck
VanEck has a history of looking beyond the financial markets to identify trends that are likely to create impactful investment opportunities. We were one of the first U.S. asset managers to offer investors access to international markets. This set the tone for the firm’s drive to identify asset classes and trends – including gold investing in 1968, emerging markets in 1993, and exchange traded funds in 2006 – that subsequently shaped the investment management industry.

Today, VanEck offers active and passive strategies with compelling exposures supported by well-designed investment processes. As of April 30, 2026, VanEck managed approximately $224.7 billion in assets, including mutual funds, ETFs and institutional accounts. The firm’s capabilities range from core investment opportunities to more specialized exposures to enhance portfolio diversification. Our actively managed strategies are fueled by in-depth, bottom-up research and security selection from portfolio managers with direct experience in the sectors and regions in which they invest. Investability, liquidity, diversity, and transparency are key to the experienced decision-making around market and index selection underlying VanEck’s passive strategies.

Since our founding in 1955, putting our clients’ interests first, in all market environments, has been at the heart of the firm’s mission.

About Amplify
Amplify is the first enterprise growth platform built on an AI-native data lake. It was engineered to unify data, deliver actionable insights, and automate workflows. The platform combines a customizable chassis with experienced integration consultants and a hands-on support team to provide an integrated, scalable solution for RIAs, broker-dealers/OSJs, TAMPs, and multi-family offices. Amplify is a holistic platform that provides seamless digital capabilities for client onboarding, an institutional model marketplace, true UMA trading, client lifecycle tracking, integrated surveillance, billing, analytics, and reporting. Intuitive dashboarding for all firm stakeholders is driven through visibility funnels that provide clarity across daily business functions. Amplify’s cloud-based, multi-custodial framework makes it ideal for growth-minded wealth management enterprises. Amplify Technology, LLC delivers technology solutions to support wealth management firms and does not provide investment advisory services. Amplify is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. To learn more, visit amplifyplatform.com.

General Disclosures
This is not an offer to buy or sell, or a recommendation to buy or sell any of the securities, financial instruments or digital assets mentioned herein. The information presented does not involve the rendering of personalized investment, financial, legal, tax advice, or any call to action. Certain statements contained herein may constitute projections, forecasts and other forward-looking statements, which do not reflect actual results, are for illustrative purposes only, are valid as of the date of this communication, and are subject to change without notice. Actual future performance of any assets or industries mentioned are unknown. Information provided by third party sources are believed to be reliable and have not been independently verified for accuracy or completeness and cannot be guaranteed. VanEck does not guarantee the accuracy of third party data. The information herein represents the opinion of the author(s), but not necessarily those of VanEck or its other employees.

The models are not mutual funds or other types of securities and will not be registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission as investment companies under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, and no units or shares of the models will be registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, nor will they be registered with any state securities regulator. Accordingly, the models are not subject to compliance with the requirements of such acts.

All investing is subject to risk, including the possible loss of the money you invest. As with any investment strategy, there is no guarantee that investment objectives will be met and investors may lose money. Diversification does not ensure a profit or protect against a loss in a declining market. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

Model Portfolio information is designed to be used by financial advisors solely as an educational resource, along with other potential resources advisors may consider, providing services to their end clients. VanEck’s Model Portfolios and related content are for information only and are not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, accounting, investment or financial planning advice by VanEck, nor should any VanEck Model Portfolio information be considered or relied upon as investment advice or as a recommendation from VanEck, including regarding the use or suitability of any VanEck Model Portfolio, any particular security or any particular strategy. In providing VanEck Model Portfolio information, VanEck is not acting and has not agreed to act in an investment advisory, fiduciary or quasi-fiduciary capacity to any advisor or end client, and has no responsibility in connection therewith, and is not providing individualized investment advice to any advisor or end client, including based on or tailored to the circumstance of any advisor or end client. The Model Portfolio information is provided “as is,” without warranty of any kind, express or implied. VanEck is not responsible for determining the securities to be purchased, held and/or sold for any advisor or end client accounts, nor is VanEck responsible for determining the suitability or appropriateness of a Model Portfolio or any securities included therein for any third party, including end clients. Advisors are solely responsible for making investment recommendations and/or decisions with respect to an end client, and should consider the end client’s individual financial circumstances, investment time frame, risk tolerance level and investment goals in determining the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy, without input from VanEck. VanEck does not have investment discretion and does not place trade orders for any end client accounts. Information and other marketing materials provided to you by VanEck concerning a Model Portfolio—including allocations, performance and other characteristics—may not be indicative of an end client’s actual experience from investing in one or more of the funds included in a Model Portfolio. Using an asset allocation strategy does not ensure a profit or protect against loss, and diversification does not eliminate the risk of experiencing investment losses. There is no assurance that investing in accordance with a Model Portfolio’s allocations will provide positive performance over any period. Any content or information included in or related to a VanEck Model Portfolio, including descriptions, allocations, data, fund details and disclosures are subject to change and may not be altered by an advisor or other third party in any way.

All investing is subject to risk, including the possible loss of the money you invest. As with any investment strategy, there is no guarantee that investment objectives will be met and investors may lose money. Diversification does not ensure a profit or protect against a loss in a declining market. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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Amplify Technology, LLC (“Amplify”) delivers an AI-native, enterprise-level platform that unifies data, automates workflows, and equips financial professionals with powerful business intelligence tools. Amplify is not an investment adviser and does not provide investment, legal, or tax advice. All illustrations, examples, and statements are for informational and educational purposes only and do not guarantee future outcomes or performance.

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Halfpricesoft Releases ezW2 2026 to Simplify Federal E-Filing Compliance

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Updated tax preparation software supports IRS 10-return e-filing mandate and automates reporting for Forms W-2, W-3, 1099-NEC, and 1096 ahead of the 2027 filing deadlines.

REDMOND, Wash., Nov. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Halfpricesoft.com has released ezW2 2026, an updated desktop application designed to help employers and tax professionals meet federal reporting requirements. Tailored for the IRS 10-return electronic filing mandate, the software streamlines preparing and submitting Forms W-2, W-3, 1099-NEC, and 1096 directly to the SSA and IRS.

Download the full-featured, 30-day evaluation version of ezW2 2026 with no upfront obligation and test system compatibility before the upcoming tax deadlines at Halfpricesoft.com.

Critical Statutory Deadlines for the Upcoming Tax Filing Year:

Employee Copy Distribution: Employers must furnish Copies B, C, and 2 of Form W-2 to employees no later than February 1, 2027 (adjusted because January 31, 2027, falls on a Sunday).SSA & IRS Submissions: The statutory deadline for transmitting Forms W-2 and W-3 to the SSA, as well as Form 1099-NEC to the IRS—whether utilizing paper documentation or electronic filing is February 1, 2027.What clients need to know before the 2027 tax filing year

Core Functional Capabilities

The ezW2 2026 suite provides technical tools designed to reduce administrative overhead and minimize transmission errors:

Direct Electronic Transmission: Offers both direct e-filing transmission and self-filing data generation protocols for SSA and IRS portals.Multi-Entity Processing: Accommodates unlimited form processing across multiple Employer Identification Numbers (EINs) per installation.Interoperability & Data Portability: Features integrated data import/export utilities compatible with spreadsheets and external accounting platforms.Network & Multi-User Support: Includes multi-installation deployment options that enable centralized data sharing across accounting teams.Evaluation Framework: A full-featured 30-day trial period is offered to allow organizations to verify system compatibility and workflow alignment prior to deployment.

“With the ezW2 2026 release, our development priority was delivering an accurate, secure e-filing and printing framework for businesses and accountants,” said Dr. Ge, Founder of Halfpricesoft.com. “By simplifying workflow steps and maintaining strict data validation checks, the software ensures employers can meet complex IRS and SSA filing mandates accurately and on schedule.”

Availability

The ezW2 2026 software is available immediately for Windows operating environments (Windows 11, Windows 10, and supported server editions). Organizations can access technical specifications and documentation directly at Halfpricesoft.com.

About Halfpricesoft.com

Halfpricesoft.com is a US developer of financial management and tax compliance software designed for small businesses, non-profit institutions, and accounting practices. Founded over two decades ago, the company’s product line includes desktop and cloud payroll systems, employee attendance management, automated check printing, ACH direct deposit software, and federal information reporting solutions (W-2, 1099, and 1095 forms).

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Chula Sees 150% Rise in Researchers Named Among World’s Top 2% Scientists

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BANGKOK, Nov. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Chulalongkorn University researchers rank among the World’s Top 2% Scientists for 2026, a 150% increase over the previous year. They represent 25 faculties, institutes and schools, with expertise ranging from medicine and engineering to business and environmental research.

Those recognized include Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of Chulalongkorn University, alongside faculty members, honorary and adjunct professors, and affiliated researchers. Their inclusion reflects the breadth of Chula’s research expertise and its international academic connections.

Published in the Elsevier Data Repository, the database assesses scientific impact using standardized citation indicators in two categories: career-long citation impact and single-year citation impact.

The latest edition draws on an August 2026 snapshot of Scopus author profiles. Career-long data cover the period through the end of 2025, while single-year data capture citations received during 2025. The assessment considers citations counts, co-authorship, and authorship positions to assess researchers’ influence on subsequent scholarship.

Chulalongkorn University congratulates all those recognized for their contributions to advancing knowledge and strengthening Thailand’s presence in the global research community.

The full list of recognized researchers is available at https://www.chula.ac.th/en/news/429212/

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Joybuy Launches Annual Singles’ Day Campaign with Product Selections

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From premium beauty and skincare to the latest technology, Joybuy’s Singles’ Day is the perfect excuse to treat yourself to something specialDiscover deals you’ll love, with savings of up to 50% on selected gifts, exclusive coupons and additional Joybuy Points rewardsRunning from 9 to 11 November, the event offers three days of savings before the Christmas shopping season gets into full swingJoybuy brings together leading premium and everyday brands, including Apple, Samsung, Sony, Nintendo, Dyson, Ninja, De’Longhi, L’Oréal Paris, LEGO

LONDON, Nov. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — This Singles’ Day, Joybuy, the new online shopping destination, is bringing three days of special offers on premium brands, gifts, and everyday indulgences. Running from 9 to 11 November, Singles’ Day on Joybuy highlights the simple pleasure of treating yourself. Whether it’s a luxury skincare set, a new gadget you’ve had your eye on, or an upgrade for your home, now is the perfect time to indulge.

Singles’ Day is fast becoming one of the biggest shopping days of the year, bringing big savings to shoppers across Europe. Joybuy is helping customers find a little joy during these darker November days, before the rush of Christmas shopping begins. Customers can explore deals across electronics, smart devices, health and beauty, food and drink, home appliances, and home and living.

A Joybuy spokesperson said: “Singles’ Day is a wonderful excuse to put yourself first. With Christmas just around the corner, November can quickly become all about shopping for everyone else, so we wanted to create an opportunity for customers to enjoy something for themselves. Whether it’s a premium beauty set, the latest technology or simply a little treat to brighten a November evening, we’re inviting customers to discover deals they’ll love.”

From beauty must-haves to the latest technology

Customers looking for inspiration can discover a wide range of products on Joybuy, from premium beauty and skincare to cutting-edge technology and home upgrades. Highlights include:

Tech and gaming: Discover the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro.Robotics: Explore futuristic technology including the Unitree Go2 Pro robotic dog and the TENNIIX AI Tennis Robot.Beauty: Indulge in L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Filler skincare sets and cult-favourite Korean beauty products from Beauty of Joseon and Medicube.Home: Upgrade everyday living with the Cosori Dual Blaze Smart Air Fryer and the Dyson V8 Cyclone cordless vacuum cleaner.

Joybuy brings together leading international and household brands across its shopping categories, including Apple, Samsung, Sony, Nintendo, Dyson, Ninja, De’Longhi, L’Oréal Paris, LEGO and more. From everyday essentials to premium purchases, customers can explore a full range of high-quality products in one place.

Discover deals you’ll love this Singles’ Day

Alongside special offers on leading brands, Joybuy is giving customers even more ways to save throughout the three-day event.

Top deals with savings of up to 50%: Customers can discover selected gifts and products with savings of up to 50% on selected products, from beauty and skincare favourites to food and home essentials.Exclusive daily coupons: Shoppers can claim coupons offering £5/€5 off eligible orders of £49/€49 or more, and £30/€30 off eligible orders of £199/€199 or more. Coupons can be claimed and used daily between 9 and 11 November, subject to the promotional terms and conditions.Additional Joybuy Points rewards: Customers can earn between 1% and 5% back in Joybuy Points on eligible products during the three-day period. JoyPlus members receive an additional 1% in points on eligible purchases, giving them even more value.

The event is available to shoppers in the UK, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg, with offers available through the Joybuy app and website.

Singles’ Day is just the beginning of a month of special offers at Joybuy.

Joybuy will soon announce Black Friday, which will feature deals and savings of up to 50% on leading brands and selected products.

For shoppers planning ahead, special coupon packs will be available to purchase from 9 November, with redemption dates detailed in each product description.

Joybuy is also bringing joy beyond the shopping basket this festive season, as the Presenting Partner of The Real Ice Slide at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland. From 19 November 2026 until 3 January 2027, visitors can experience the multi-lane ice attraction, powered by Joybuy, alongside special competitions and activities planned throughout the season. The partnership marks the first year of a three-year collaboration with one of London’s best-loved festive destinations.

Whether customers are treating themselves for Singles’ Day, getting ahead with Christmas gifts or preparing for Black Friday, Joybuy is helping make November shopping more rewarding.

And with Joybuy’s Double 11 delivery service, customers in eligible areas can enjoy same-day delivery when ordering before 11am, or next-day delivery when ordering before 11pm. Delivery is free on eligible orders of £29/€29 or more, with no additional charge for faster delivery.

To explore Singles’ Day offers and discover deals you’ll love, visit Joybuy online or download the Joybuy app.

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About Joybuy

Joybuy is JD.com’s new online retail business in Europe, offering high-quality brands, at great prices, delivered from its own warehouses to the customer’s doorstep, through a speedy and reliable network. Joybuy is a brand-led platform, with products from leading international, European and local brands, available across technology, appliances, beauty, home, grocery and everyday essentials.

Its unique Double 11 delivery service means that if shoppers order by 11am, eligible orders will arrive before 11pm the same day, or if they order before 11pm, they will arrive the next day, subject to eligibility. Joybuy places the customer at the heart of everything it does and offers 24/7 customer service.

The Joybuy slogan, “Don’t just buy, Joybuy”, perfectly captures its mission to fulfil customers’ needs and provide a service that is easy, convenient and enjoyable. Officially launched in Europe in March 2026, Joybuy operates in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, France, Belgium and Luxembourg.

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