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W. Scott Stornetta, a Founding Father of Blockchain, Joins SafeBets as Chair of the Advisory Council

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Co-inventor of early blockchain will guide SafeBets’ standards for verified identity, transparency, and public auditability

NEW YORK, July 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SafeBets, the zero-wager prediction platform where users Win Without Risk, today announced that W. Scott Stornetta, CEO of SureMark Digital and a founding father of blockchain, has joined the company as Chair of its Advisory Council.

In 1991, Stornetta and his collaborator Stuart Haber published “How to Time-Stamp a Digital Document,” introducing cryptographic methods for linking and verifying digital records that would become cornerstones of blockchain technology. Their research is widely cited throughout the Bitcoin white paper as its data integrity foundation.

In the decades since, Stornetta and Haber have continued to advance the science of digital trust, from pioneering the first commercial digital time-stamping service to their current work on native digital identity. He is the Chief Executive Officer of SureMark Digital, with Dr. Haber serving as Chief Cryptographic Officer. As deepfakes and AI-generated impersonation erode confidence in digital communication, SureMark enables individuals and organizations to prove their identity, certify the authorship of their content, and refute forgeries, making authenticity verifiable at a time when seeing is no longer believing.

As Chair of the SafeBets Advisory Council, Stornetta will advise on the platform’s standards for verified identity, record-keeping, transparency, and public auditability.

SafeBets is built on a simple principle: the credibility of a prediction depends on trust in who made it. Participants forecast outcomes across crypto, commodity, stock, and currency markets, and the platform harnesses Collective Intelligence to surface the most accurate predictors. Stornetta’s leadership reinforces the company’s commitment to verifiable, tamper-evident prediction and positions SafeBets at the forefront of transparency standards for the field.

The appointment also deepens a collaboration between SafeBets and SureMark Digital to integrate identity and content verification across the SafeBets platform. The companies expect to share more about their joint work in the months ahead.

“Trust is the foundation of prediction, and few people have done more to make digital trust verifiable than Scott Stornetta,” said Alex Konanykhin, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of SafeBets. “SureMark is the gold standard for digital identity. And having a co-inventor of blockchain’s foundational technology lead our Advisory Council affirms what SafeBets stands for: predictions you can verify, from predictors you can trust. We are honored to have him guide our standards as we build the most credible prediction platform in the world.”

“At first, I was surprised that the CEO of SafeBets would reach out to me. But when I met Alex and came to understand his history of business transparency and his commitment to the highest standards of data integrity, it made complete sense,” said W. Scott Stornetta. “Together, we will establish a new industry high bar for identity, transparency, and auditability. I am glad to join as Chair of the Advisory Council to help establish those standards, standards that the entire field can benefit from.”

About SafeBets

SafeBets is a zero-wager prediction platform where users Win Without Risk. Participants forecast outcomes across crypto, commodity, stock, and currency markets, and top predictors earn cash rewards based on the accuracy of their forecasts. By harnessing Collective Intelligence and verifiable record-keeping, SafeBets aims to set a new standard for credible, transparent prediction. SafeBets is operated by Foresight Collective, Inc. and is headquartered at 1 World Trade Center, New York. Learn more at SafeBets.world.

About SureMark Digital

SureMark Digital products provide secure identity verification in a world where seeing is no longer believing. Their SureCircle™ real-time identity assurance, SureDocs™ credentialed documents, and Verified Web™ internet overlay provide cryptographic identity and content verification that lets individuals and organizations prove the authenticity of their public and private digital communications, including real-time conversations.

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SafeBets
Sam@AmsterdamGroup.net

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Mach Travel Solutions Limited to Voluntarily Publish Quarterly Financial Results

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NEW DELHI, July 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mach Travel Solutions Limited (BSE: MACHLTD), a publicly listed technology-enabled travel solutions company, will voluntarily publish its quarterly financial results commencing from Q1 FY27, despite being listed on the BSE SME Platform, where publication of financial results on a half-yearly basis is the prescribed regulatory requirement.

The decision reflects the Company’s commitment to enhanced corporate governance, greater transparency and proactive engagement with its shareholders, investors and the broader investment community. This initiative is aligned with the Company’s philosophy of adopting governance practices that go beyond the minimum regulatory requirements wherever they contribute to greater transparency and long-term shareholder value.

As Mach Travel Solutions continues to transform into a diversified travel solutions platform, the Company believes that more frequent financial disclosures will provide stakeholders with better visibility into its operational and financial performance. Over the past three months, the Company has significantly expanded its presence across Corporate Travel, MICE, B2B, Leisure and Government & Institutional Projects, while continuing to strengthen its technology capabilities and progress towards the launch of its B2C Online Travel Agency (OTA) platform.

Commenting on the decision, Mr. Amit Bhatia, Chairman & Managing Director, Mach Travel Solutions Limited, said:

“At Mach Travel Solutions, we believe that transparency and timely communication are fundamental to building lasting investor confidence. While companies listed on the BSE SME Platform are required to publish financial results on a half-yearly basis, we have voluntarily decided to publish our financial results every quarter beginning with Q1 FY27.

As our business continues to evolve from a specialist MICE company into a technology-enabled travel solutions company with multiple growth engines, we believe more frequent financial disclosures will enable our shareholders and the investment community to better understand our progress and the execution of our long-term strategy.”

About Mach Travel Solutions Limited

Mach Travel Solutions Limited (formerly Mach Conferences & Events Ltd.) is a publicly listed technology-enabled travel solutions company listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE: MACHLTD). Incorporated in 2004, the Company provides technology-enabled end-to-end travel solutions across Corporate Travel, MICE, B2B, Leisure and Government & Institutional Projects. The Company is also developing a B2C Online Travel Agency (OTA) platform as part of its strategy to build a comprehensive travel ecosystem.

The Company has a strong pan-India presence with offices in Noida, New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Bhubaneswar, and is accredited by and associated with leading national and international travel associations, including IATA, PATA, IATO, ADTOI, OTOAI, SKÅL International, JATA, ICPB, EGAC and NIMA. For more information, please visit: https://www.machtravelsolutions.com 

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Ms. Yashashvi Srivastava
Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
Email: compliance@machtravel.com
Website: https://www.machtravelsolutions.com 

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This release contains statements that contain “forward looking statements” including, but without limitation, statements relating to the implementation of strategic initiatives, and other statements relating to Mach Travel’s future business developments and economic performance. While these forward-looking statements indicate our assessment and future expectations concerning the development of our business, several risks, uncertainties and other unknown factors could cause actual developments and results to differ materially from our expectations. These factors include, but are not limited to, general market, macro-economic, governmental and regulatory trends, movements in currency exchange and interest rates, competitive pressures, technological developments, changes in the financial conditions of third parties dealing with us, legislative developments, and other key factors that could affect our business and financial performance. Mach Travel Solutions undertakes no obligation to publicly revise any forward-looking statements to reflect future/likely events or circumstances. 

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High Great Innovation Announces Pricing for Three Formation Drone Platforms for Outdoor and Indoor Shows

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The EMO Mini, EMO Plus and FYLO Mini expand the company’s portfolio for large-scale outdoor formations, payload-enabled performances and close-proximity indoor experiences.

NEW YORK, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — High Great Innovation, a global leader in formation drone show equipment, has announced official pricing for its three flagship formation drones—the EMO Mini, EMO Plus, and FYLO Mini. With over 30,000 performances delivered across more than 300 cities worldwide, eight Guinness World Records, and a 40,000-square-meter manufacturing facility underpinning its full-chain production capabilities, the company continues to solidify its industry leadership.

The lineup is designed to help show operators, event production companies and venue teams select drone systems for outdoor aerial shows, mixed-payload performances and indoor immersive experiences.

1. EMO Mini: Industry’s Lightest Outdoor Formation Drone

Weighing just 249 grams, EMO Mini: Compact Outdoor Drone for Dense Formations. Weighing 249 grams, EMO Mini is designed for high-density outdoor formation shows. The aircraft supports a minimum flight spacing of 0.8 meters and combines dual-vision positioning with full-band RTK navigation. Its transport-case workflow supports storage, charging and takeoff from the case, helping operators reduce setup complexity and transport footprint compared with traditional models. The IP53 rating and self-heating system ensure reliable operation in light rain and low temperatures, while a new dual-lighting system delivers 360° full-color display.

EMO Mini starts at USD 750 per unit with a minimum order quantity of 2,100 units.

2. EMO Plus: Upgraded Classic with Enhanced Payload Flexibility

Building on the EMO series, EMO Plus increases lighting brightness by 100% and supports combined payload options such as cold fireworks and strobe lights, subject to local regulations and project requirements. The platform has an IP54 rating, supports a minimum flight spacing of 1.44 meters and is designed for mixed-model formation performances with compatible High Great platforms such as EMO Mini and RIFF.

EMO Plus starts at USD 798 per unit with a minimum order quantity of 1,000 units.

3. FYLO Mini: Indoor Micro Formation Drone for Close-Proximity Immersive Experiences

FYLO Mini is a 48-gram indoor micro formation drone with a full-coverage protective cage for close-audience scenarios. Its centimeter-level wireless indoor 3D positioning system supports multi-base-station deployment for continuous choreographed animation in venues such as theaters, exhibitions and weddings. Brushless motors, noise-reducing propellers, case-based takeoff and landing, and automatic fast charging are designed to support quiet operation and repeated flights from a single setup.

FYLO Mini starts at USD 14,850 per system.

4. Global Reach and Industry Leadership

High Great Innovation says its drone formations have been deployed across more than 40 countries and regions and more than 300 cities, with over 30,000 performances delivered worldwide. The company reports an overseas fleet of more than 130,000 units, eight Guinness World Records and a 40,000-square-meter manufacturing facility supporting production and delivery. The company has also contributed to major international event projects associated with the Paris Olympics, Osaka Expo and Beijing Winter Olympics.

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EMO Mini

Large-scale outdoor shows

Lightest body (249g), minimum spacing (0.8m), efficient transport, 360° full-color lighting

EMO Plus

Outdoor formation performances

100% brightness upgrade, composite payload support, multi-model compatibility

FYLO Mini

Indoor & close-to-audience

Ultra-light (48g), full-coverage protection, ultra-quiet, flexible deployment

 

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Australia, Get Ready for Jet Set: Trip.com Slashes Flights, Hotels, and eSIMs in Major July Sale

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SYDNEY, July 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Global travel service provider Trip.com has today unveiled its upcoming Jet Set July Mega Sale. Tailored exclusively for Australian holidaymakers, the initiative features a massive inventory of premium coupons, flash sales, and value drops across flights, accommodations, global attractions, transports and eSIMs from 7 to 12 July.

High-Flying Flight Deals & Unmissable Flash Fares
For Australian travellers with wanderlust, Trip.com is unlocking unbeatable flight deals and flash sales—your dream trip is now more affordable than ever.

Mega Promo Codes: 50% off flight codes (capped at $100) and 25% off flight codes (capped at $50).Domestic & Trans-Tasman Savings: Up to $40 off domestic and Australia-New Zealand flight promo codes with Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas.Airline Exclusive Offers: Up to $100 off airline exclusive promo codes, alongside special airline exclusive fares.$29 Domestic Flash Sale: One-way domestic flights from just $29 to and from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Gold Coast.International Flash Sales: One-way fares from $109 to Bali from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Perth; from $149 to Ho Chi Minh City from Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane; and from $189 from Sydney to Shanghai.Bundle Savings: An extra 10% off flight and hotel packages via dedicated codes (capped at $50).

Hotel, Attraction and Destination Savings
Beyond the skies, the sale provides end-to-end booking promotion to completely transform the ground experience:

Accommodation Discounts: 50% off promo codes (capped at $100) and 25% off codes (capped at $50), along with 15% off codes across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. Premium bookers can also leverage exclusive global hotel deals scaling up to 70% off.Hotel Flash Sale: Up to 89% off selected properties in Japan and Thailand.Attraction and Tours: Buy 1 Get 1 Free passes in Universal Studio Japan, 50% off Shanghai Disneyland entry, and exclusive global experiential rates.Seamless Connectivity: Stay connected globally via 50% off eSIM codes, alongside $1 eSIM flash sale.Ground Transportation and Cruising: Up to 50% off car hire, up to 20% off airport transfer, up to 50% off train rides in mainland China, Hong Kong, Europe, Japan and Korea, plus up to $150 off cruises (minimum spend applies).

Bonus Winter Savings: Active Concurrent Campaigns
To maximise winter savings, travellers can also access two running partner campaigns:

“This is China”  (On now through 27 July): Up to $100 off flights departing Sydney to China, with fresh code drops releasing every Tuesday at 2pm AEST. Special $189 one-way flash sales drop on 7 July (Sydney to Shanghai) and 21 July (Sydney to Beijing).“Fly with China Eastern” (On now through 17 July): In partnership with China Eastern Airlines, Aussie travellers can snag up to $100 off flights departing Australia to different destinations (flights from Sydney to China excluded).

Terms and Conditions apply. All promotional offers are available on a first-come, first-served basis within the specified period and while stocks last. Please note that all deals are in AEST time.

For more information, please visit https://au.trip.com/.

About Trip.com
Trip.com is an international one-stop travel service provider, available in 27 languages across 48 countries and regions in 44 local currencies. Offering an extensive hotel and flight network of more than 1.7 million hotels and flights from over 680 airlines, along with over 350,000 in-destination activities, Trip.com covers 3,500 airports in 220 countries and regions. Trip.com‘s world-class 24/7 multilingual customer service helps to ‘create the best travel experience’ for its millions of customers worldwide. To book your next trip, visit Trip.com.

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