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OKX Ventures Announces Strategic Investment in Bitcoin Restaking Platform BounceBit

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SINGAPORE, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — OKX Ventures, the investment arm of leading Web3 technology company OKX, has issued updates for March 5, 2024.

OKX Ventures Announces Strategic Investment in Bitcoin Restaking Platform BounceBit

OKX Ventures, the investment arm of leading Web3 technology company OKX, today announced a strategic investment in BounceBit, a platform dedicated to building the infrastructure and offering solutions of Bitcoin (BTC) restaking. Within the first month of its launch, BounceBit has recorded a total value locked (TVL) of USD 510 million.

The BounceBit chain is a proof-of-stake (PoS) Layer 1 which adopts a unique dual-token system leveraging native BTC’s security with full Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatibility. BTC Restaking provides shared security to infrastructure and DApps on BounceBit – for instance, bridges and oracles will be validated by restaked BTC.

OKX Ventures Founder Dora Yue said: “BounceBit has redefined the value and applications of BTC. Through a dual-token system, BounceBit combines features of centralized finance (CeFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi) to achieve higher standards of security and cross-chain interoperability. BounceBit’s offering enables BTC holders to earn profit across multiple networks and helps enhance the value of the entire BTC ecosystem. We are looking forward to the upcoming Bitcoin halving, which is poised to bring in broader ranges of users, as well as use cases of BTC.”

About OKX Ventures

OKX Ventures is the investment arm of global leading crypto exchange and Web3 technology company OKX, with an initial capital commitment of USD100 million. It focuses on exploring the best blockchain projects on a global scale, supporting cutting-edge blockchain technology innovation, promoting the healthy development of the global blockchain industry, and investing in long-term structural value.

Through its commitment to supporting entrepreneurs who contribute to the development of the blockchain industry, OKX Ventures helps build innovative companies and brings global resources and historical experience to blockchain projects.

Find out more about OKX Ventures here.

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Krystal Biotech Set to Join S&P MidCap 400; Tutor Perini and V2X to Join S&P SmallCap 600

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NEW YORK, July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — S&P Dow Jones Indices will make the following changes to the S&P MidCap 400, S&P SmallCap 600: 

S&P SmallCap 600 constituent Krystal Biotech Inc. (NASD: KRYS) will replace Taylor Morrison Home Corp. (NYSE: TMHC) in the S&P MidCap 400, and Tutor Perini Corp. (NYSE: TPC) will replace Krystal Biotech in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Friday, July 24. S&P 500 & 100 constituent Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK.A/BRK.B) is acquiring Taylor Morrison Home in a deal expected to close on or about that date, pending final closing conditions.
  V2X Inc. (NYSE: VVX) will replace Avanos Medical Inc. (NYSE: AVNS) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Monday, July 27. American Industrial Partners is acquiring Avanos Medical in a deal expected to close soon, pending final closing conditions.

Following is a summary of the changes that will take place prior to the open of trading on the effective date:

Effective Date

Index Name

Action

Company Name

Ticker

GICS Sector

July 24, 2026

S&P MidCap 400

Addition

Krystal Biotech

KRYS

Health Care

July 24, 2026

S&P MidCap 400

Deletion

Taylor Morrison Home

TMHC

Consumer Discretionary

July 24, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Addition

Tutor Perini Corp

TPC

Industrials

July 24, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Deletion

Krystal Biotech

KRYS

Health Care

July 27, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Addition

V2X

VVX

Industrials

July 27, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Deletion

Avanos Medical

AVNS

Health Care

ABOUT S&P DOW JONES INDICES

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S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI), which provides essential intelligence for individuals, companies, and governments to make decisions with confidence. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/

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Club Offers for Travel Enthusiasts in Canada

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TORONTO, July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), the club for travel enthusiasts, announces three of many new Club Offers for Club Members in Canada.

Rigorously vetted and negotiated for us travel enthusiasts:

$999—ALL-INCLUSIVE PUNTA CANA TRIP: 4 NIGHTS WITH FLIGHTS
This all-suite resort is located on a private stretch of white-sand beach. Roundtrip flights, four all-inclusive nights and taxes and fees are included.$1399—HAWAII 5-STAR VACATION: 5 NIGHTS WITH FLIGHTS
For five nights, enjoy world-famous Waikiki Beach. Stay at a 5-star oceanfront resort that boasts a two-storey aquarium and restaurants by Iron Chef Morimoto. Roundtrip flights and all taxes are included. We save 30% off what everyone else pays.$1999—B.C.’S GRIZZLY BEAR RAINFOREST, WITH FLOATPLANE
View grizzly bears and go whale-watching. Stay three nights at an intimate lodge on Minstrel Island. Three guided wildlife cruises, meals and roundtrip floatplane from Campbell River are included. We save $881–$1110 per person when compared to regular prices.

Are you a travel enthusiast? Join the club today: https://travelzoo.com

Who are we?
We, Travelzoo®, are the club for travel enthusiasts. We reach 30 million travellers. Club Members receive Club Offers negotiated and rigorously vetted by our deal experts around the globe. Our relationships with thousands of top travel companies give us access to irresistible deals. Our club and its benefits are built around the lifestyle of a modern travel enthusiast.

Media Contact:
Amanda Ieraci – Toronto
+1 437 866 8540
aieraci@travelzoo.com

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Granicus Strengthens ANZ Leadership Team with Appointment of Jonathan Usher as Managing Director

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Latest leadership appointments reinforce Granicus’ commitment to “growth, innovation and customer success”
across Australia and New Zealand

MELBOURNE, Australia, July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Granicus, a leading provider of customer experience technologies and services for governments and destination organisations, today announced the appointment of Jonathan Usher as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, reinforcing the company’s commitment to the region and supporting its next phase of growth across Australia and New Zealand (ANZ).

Jonathan joins Granicus with more than 25 years of experience leading and scaling technology businesses across Australia and New Zealand. His background spans SaaS, cloud, cybersecurity and digital public services, with a strong track record of building scalable, customer-focused organisations and driving sustainable growth.

In his new role, Jonathan will lead Granicus’ ANZ business, working closely with customers, partners and employees to strengthen customer success, accelerate growth and help organisations deliver better experiences for citizens, visitors and communities.

“Jonathan brings an exceptional combination of leadership experience, commercial acumen and customer focus,” said G Masili, Chief Customer Officer at Granicus.” His understanding of technology, digital services and platform growth makes him ideally positioned to lead our Australia and New Zealand business. As demand continues to grow for modern, connected digital experiences, Jonathan’s experience will help us strengthen our support for customers across the region.”

Jonathan’s appointment forms part of a broader investment in Granicus’ Australia and New Zealand operations. In recent months, the company has also welcomed Julie Morton as Regional Sales Director and Pallavi Sathyanarayana as Regional Product Leader, further strengthening regional expertise across sales, product innovation and customer success.

Together, these appointments represent a significant investment in leadership capability and regional growth, creating a strong foundation for the next chapter of Granicus’ expansion across Australia and New Zealand.

“Throughout my career, I’ve been drawn to organisations that combine strong technology with a clear purpose,” said Jonathan Usher. “Granicus stands out because of the impact it helps customers create every day – helping governments and public sector organisations build stronger connections with the communities they serve. I’m excited to join the team and work alongside our customers and partners to help organisations across Australia and New Zealand deliver better experiences, strengthen engagement and create lasting value for their communities.”

The strengthened leadership team reflects Granicus’ long-term commitment to Australia and New Zealand and its ambition to support customers through the next generation of digital transformation, engagement and service delivery.

About Granicus:
Granicus is the global leader in digital experience technologies and services for the public sector, supporting more than 7,000 public sector organizations worldwide and managing more than 30 billion digital interactions each year. Through its Government Experience Cloud (GXC), Government Experience Agent (GXA), and Government Experience Insights (GXI) platforms, Granicus helps governments deliver trusted, accessible, and efficient services — at scale, and with accountability built in.

Granicus is proud to serve as a critical strategic partner to governments as they work to deliver equitable and secure government experiences. Granicus empowers stronger relationships between government and constituents across the US, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean. By simplifying interactions and communicating critical information, Granicus brings governments closer to the people they serve—driving meaningful change for communities around the globe. 

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