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Gig Economy Game-Changer: Hallo Helper’s 2.0 Strategy Spurs Unprecedented 6-Month Surge!

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Hallo Helper, the democratized peer-to-peer gig economy platform, launched a 2.0 Strategy in the Last Quarter of 2022 that Achieved a Remarkable 66% Surge in User Base at a -50% Reduction in monthly Platform Operating Costs. The company is set to deploy 100% of its 2.0 strategies by 2024 to continue its growth and success in both web2 and web3 spaces. To deploy strategies, a Community Round Global Growth Campaign is scheduled for August 31, 2023 on wefunder.com/halloapp.

San Juan, Puerto Rico, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Hallo Helper, the democratized peer-to-peer gig economy platform, announces its comprehensive mid-year progress report for the year 2023, highlighting significant milestones achieved under the transformative Hallo Helper 2.0 Strategy.

The results offer valuable insights into strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and key performance indicators that have driven the organization forward. With a commitment to transparency and accountability, this report serves as a vital resource for the public seeking a comprehensive understanding of Hallo Helper’s progress and trajectory.

The Hallo 2.0 Strategy, introduced in the final quarter of 2022, is a strategic response to core issues identified through thorough analysis of user data, feedback, and management reports spanning from 2021 to 2023. The strategy prioritizes six essential areas for improvement to ensure sustainable growth and elevate the platform’s position in the gig economy:

Discovery: Hallo Helper recognizes the significance of consistent brand and product messaging and is now focusing on highlighting the Social Features of its Peer-to-Peer Platform. By streamlining its brand messaging, the company aims to attract a wider audience and reinforce its unique value proposition.Acquisition: To reduce the High Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) and promote organic growth, Hallo Helper sets deploy strategic measures to optimize its acquisition channels. The goal is to expand its user base using cost-effective methods, ensuring a steady influx of new users.User Activity: Enhancing in-app engagement and user sessions is a key focus area for Hallo Helper. By providing a compelling and interactive user experience, the platform aims to increase user activity and time spent on the app.Transactions: Hallo Helper is streamlining its transaction processes and facilitating seamless peer-to-peer interactions to encourage organic transaction volume. This approach uses AI technology geared towards making the platform more conducive to transactions, boosting user satisfaction.User Retention: The company places significant importance on retaining app users and has invested efforts in implementing effective user retention strategies. By addressing user needs and preferences, Hallo Helper aims to ensure that users remain engaged while using its end-user app products.Global Growth: As part of its ambitious growth plans, Hallo Helper intends to deploy funds strategically to facilitate demand-based global user growth. Focused on expanding its presence in micro-markets, the platform seeks to cater to a diverse user base worldwide.

Hallo Helper Surpasses Expectations in the First Half of 2023

In an impressive transformation, Hallo Helper, the Peer-to-Peer Platform, achieved remarkable success in the first half of 2023, outperforming previous records and setting new milestones. The company’s 2023 Mid-year results report unveiled a series of significant accomplishments that highlight its growth and financial health.

One of the key highlights of the report was the notable reduction of monthly operating costs by 50%. By leveraging data automations and Machine-learning AI Technology, Hallo Helper improved resource allocation, leading to enhanced financial stability and efficiency within its product ecosystem.

The platform experienced a surge in its user base, with Monthly Active Users (MAUs) increasing by an impressive +66%. This growth indicates a rapidly expanding and engaged customer community. The number of Hallo Helper users surpassed 4,500, demonstrating growing trust and satisfaction among its clientele. Thousands of global users are signing up for their demand-based initiative app waitlist page (hallopr.com/app-waitlist)

In terms of user growth, the company excelled with a remarkable increase of +180% compared to the previous year. This achievement showcased substantial market penetration and adoption of its end-user apps. Additionally, new user registrations skyrocketed by an incredible +223% over the same period last year, illustrating the successful implementation of growth strategies.

Hallo Helper’s efforts to captivate and retain users were also evident through a remarkable increase of +70% in user engagement compared to the previous year. The platform’s ability to keep users engaged speaks volumes about its appeal and relevance.

Furthermore, the in-app experience proved highly effective, as in-app conversions witnessed an impressive surge of +190% compared to the previous year.

In addition to user-related achievements, Hallo Helper excelled in search engine optimization (SEO), achieving a perfect 100% SEO Website Score. This success translated into enhanced organic traffic and improved visibility in search engines, further bolstering the platform’s reach and influence.

Looking Ahead: Remaining 65% of 2.0 Strategy Deploys

Hallo Helper has exciting plans for the remainder of 2023 and beyond. The tech-based platform is set to deploy more 2.0 strategies and boost its growth metrics. To fuel this initiative, a Community Round Global Growth Campaign is scheduled for August 31, 2023, with the goal of deploying Growth Funds to continue the strategy’s implementation by the end of the year. More details about the campaign can be found on their page at wefunder.com/halloapp.

Hallo Helper has already published its strategy documentation to merge into the Web3 space by positioning itself as a Web2.5 platform for a peer-to-peer gig economy. Through this, Hallo Helper aims to build a wider community encompassing both Web2 and Web3 spaces. Information about this initiative can be found at hallohelper.gitbook.io/usdhallo-coin.

The outcome of the upcoming community growth fund campaign will be pivotal in shaping the company’s trajectory. The Mid-year report suggests that the best-case scenario envisions a one million dollar growth fund deployment in 2023, while the worst-case scenario projects a zero dollars. Reportedly, any funds raised beyond $100k will be instrumental in supporting Hallo Helper’s ongoing path to exponential growth.

Company Chief Executive Officer, Jan Reese Rondina, expressed his utmost confidence in the platform’s strategic positioning and autonomous operations. Emphasizing its cost-efficiency at any scale via proprietary tech and AI/ML algorithms. A highly lucrative selling point for acquisition or mergers with high-cost operating overhead platforms such as TaskRabbit or Angi.

To stay updated on Hallo Helper’s progress and future endeavors, interested parties can visit www.hallopr.com.

With its strong performance in the first half of 2023 and ambitious plans for the future, Hallo Helper is poised to continue making waves in the peer-to-peer gig economy industry. Access to the 2023 Mid-year report is available on the company page at: company.hallopr.com/resources/investors

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About Hallo Helper

Hallo Helper is a globally available peer-to-peer gig economy platform, enabling local users to post daily jobs for skilled individuals ready to offer their expertise within their community. With a mission to create a seamless and rewarding experience for both customers and gig workers, Hallo Helper is at the forefront of driving innovation in the gig economy. Hallo Helper is a registered product trademark of Hallo Technologies LLC.

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MATSON ANNOUNCES ADDITION OF 3 MILLION SHARES TO EXISTING SHARE REPURCHASE PROGRAM AND QUARTERLY DIVIDEND OF $0.36 PER SHARE

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HONOLULU, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of Matson, Inc. (NYSE: MATX), a leading U.S. carrier in the Pacific, approved adding three million shares to its existing share repurchase program and extending the program to December 31, 2029.  As of April 23, 2026, the existing share repurchase program had approximately 0.7 million shares remaining.  The Board also declared a second quarter dividend of $0.36 per common share.  The dividend will be paid on June 4, 2026 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on May 7, 2026.

“We are pleased to announce an additional three million shares to our existing share repurchase program,” said Matt Cox, Matson’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.  “Since we commenced our share repurchase program in August 2021, we have repurchased approximately 14.3 million shares, or approximately 33% of the then outstanding shares, for a total cost of $1.3 billion.  Going forward, we will continue to be both disciplined and opportunistic in our capital allocation, and we remain committed to returning excess cash to shareholders to create additional shareholder value over the long-term.” 

Shares will be repurchased in the open market from time to time at the Company’s discretion, based on ongoing assessments of the capital needs of the business, the market price of its common shares and general market conditions.  The Company may enter into Rule 10b5-1 plans to facilitate purchases under the program.  The repurchase program may be suspended or discontinued at any time.

About the Company

Founded in 1882, Matson (NYSE: MATX) is a leading provider of ocean transportation and logistics services.  Matson provides a vital lifeline of ocean freight transportation services to the domestic non-contiguous economies of Hawaii, Alaska, and Guam, and to other island economies in Micronesia.  Matson also operates premium, expedited services from China to Long Beach, California, which includes cargo from other Asia origins, provides services to Okinawa, Japan and various islands in the South Pacific, and operates an international export service from Alaska to Asia.  The Company’s fleet of owned and chartered vessels includes containerships, combination container and roll-on/roll-off ships and barges.  Matson Logistics, established in 1987, extends the geographic reach of Matson’s transportation network throughout North America and Asia.  Its integrated logistics services include rail intermodal, highway brokerage, warehousing, freight consolidation, supply chain management, and freight forwarding to Alaska.  Additional information about the Company is available at www.matson.com.

Forward Looking Statements

Statements in this news release that are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements,” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the relevant forward-looking statement, including but not limited to, statements about capital allocation plans, the timing, manner and volume of repurchases of common shares pursuant to the repurchase program, and use of excess cash.  These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance.  This release should be read in conjunction with our Annual Report on Form 10-K and our other filings with the SEC through the date of this release, which identify important factors that could affect the forward-looking statements in this release.  We do not undertake any obligation to update our forward-looking statements.

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Accord Specialty Pharmacy Named Finalist in MMIT’s 11th Annual Retail Specialty Pharmacy Patient Choice Awards

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ORLANDO, Fla., April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Accord Specialty Pharmacy, an independent specialty pharmacy serving patients across multiple states, has been named a finalist in the MMIT Patient Choice Awards, a recognition based on patient-reported satisfaction and experience.

Accord was selected as the only independent pharmacy among finalists in its category, alongside national pharmacy organizations such as Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy and Walmart Specialty Pharmacy. This distinction highlights the company’s commitment to delivering personalized, high-touch care for patients managing complex and chronic conditions.

The MMIT Patient Choice Awards recognize specialty pharmacies that demonstrate excellence in patient satisfaction, service quality, and overall care experience. Finalists are determined based on direct patient feedback, making the recognition a meaningful reflection of the trust patients place in their pharmacy providers.

“Being recognized alongside national organizations and as the only independent finalist validates our belief that personalized, patient-centered care drives better outcomes. We are building a model that combines clinical depth, national reach, and operational flexibility to better serve patients, providers, and partners.” said AJ Patel, Founder and Pharmacy Manager of Accord Specialty Pharmacy.

Accord Specialty Pharmacy supports patients across complex specialty categories, including oncology, rare disease, and infusion, through a clinically driven, high-touch care model designed to improve access, adherence, and outcomes. The company’s approach emphasizes personalized support, responsive care coordination, and strong clinical engagement to help patients navigate complex therapies more effectively. With a growing national footprint and multi-state licensure, Accord is positioned to support patients, providers, and partners across diverse markets.

For more information, visit MMIT Announces Finalists of the 11th Specialty Pharmacy Patient Choice Awards – MMITNetwork.

About Accord Specialty Pharmacy:

Accord Specialty Pharmacy is an ACHC-accredited, multi-state licensed independent specialty pharmacy located in Central Florida, dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals managing complex and chronic conditions. Through personalized support, clinical expertise, and a high-touch approach, Accord helps patients navigate every step of their treatment journey. Learn more at www.accordspecialty.com.

CONTACT: contact@accordspecialty.com

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HAIVISION ANNOUNCES VOTING RESULTS FROM 2026 ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS

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MONTRÉAL, April 23, 2026 /CNW/ – Haivision Systems Inc. (“Haivision” or the “Company”) (TSX: HAI) is pleased to announce the voting results from its annual meeting of shareholders held today in a virtual format.

A total of approximately 45.97 % of the issued and outstanding common shares of Haivision were represented at the meeting.

Election of Directors

Each of the six nominated directors of Haivision was elected as director of the Company with the following results:

Director

Votes
For

% Votes
For

Votes
Against

% Votes
Against

Miroslav Wicha

11,110,245

99.26 %

82,583

0.74 %

Harvey Bienenstock

11,155,137

99.66 %

37,691

0.34 %

Robin M. Rush

11,121,855

99.37 %

70,973

0.63 %

Neil Hindle

10,794,005

96.44 %

398,823

3.56 %

Julie Tremblay

10,941,969

97.76 %

250,859

2.24 %

Lee K. Levy II

9,084,418

81.16 %

2,108,410

18.84 %

2.   Appointment of Auditors

Deloitte LLP were reappointed auditors of the Company for the ensuing year with 12,492,582 (98.84%) votes cast in favour and 146,406 (1.16%) votes withheld.

3.   Approval of the Unallocated Awards under the Company’s Equity Incentive Plan

The Company’s unallocated awards were approved with 8,710,347 (77.82%) votes cast in favour and 2,482,481 (22.18%) votes cast against.

4.   Reapproval of Company’s Shareholder Rights Plan

The Company’s shareholder rights plan was approved with 10,572,490 (94.46%) votes cast in favour and 620,338 (5.54%) votes cast against.

Final voting results on all matters voted on at the meeting will be filed under Haivision’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.

About Haivision

Haivision is a leading global provider of mission-critical, real-time video streaming and visual collaboration solutions. Our connected cloud and intelligent edge technologies enable organizations globally to engage audiences, enhance collaboration, and support decision making. We provide high quality, low latency, secure, and reliable live video at a global scale. Haivision open sourced its award-winning SRT low latency video streaming protocol and founded the SRT Alliance to support its adoption. Awarded four Emmys® for Technology and Engineering from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Haivision continues to fuel the future of IP video transformation. Founded in 2004, Haivision is headquartered in Montreal and Chicago with offices, sales, and support located throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Learn more at haivision.com.

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