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Algorand celebrates 5th anniversary with 2 billion transactions and record adoption of real-world use cases at annual Decipher conference

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The Foundation kicks off the Summer of Algorand with investments in technology, partnerships and marketing to fuel innovation at scale

BARCELONA, Spain, June 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Algorand Foundation, a nonprofit on a mission to power a world where information has integrity and innovative ideas can scale, hosted its annual Decipher event, a gathering of hundreds of investors, developers, and partners from around the world to celebrate the vibrant ecosystem. From global finance and supply chain to real estate and humanitarian aid, Algorand blockchain technology is powering the next-generation of real-world applications. Showcasing the refreshed brand, the new website at Algorand.co is the central hub for our protocol and ecosystem.

“The energy at Decipher was contagious! We’re amazed by the creativity and technical prowess of our community and all of the innovative products they’ve built on Algorand,” said Staci Warden, CEO of the Algorand Foundation. “They’re bringing the blockchain to life, and we encourage them to channel that enthusiasm into building and scaling their dreams. And we promise to keep investing in the resources they need to succeed.”

Algorand is an energy-efficient, quantum-secure, single-layer blockchain with instant finality, consistently high throughput, and low fees. All of these characteristics mean it is purpose-built for real-world scale; and developers, entrepreneurs, and enterprise partners all benefit from its institutional-grade certainty and resilience.

Ecosystem momentum

The Algorand blockchain hit two billion successful transactions since inception in June 2019. In Q1 2024 alone, it ranked among the top 3 most popular blockchains by transaction volume.

Other notable statistics:

On January 1, 2024 Algorand reached an ATH of 43 million transactions in a single day, and the network performed flawlessly. [1]On May 17, 2024 it achieved a record of 5,716 transactions per second (TPS) , ranking among the top 3 blockchains by max recorded TPS. [2]In Q1, the Algorand blockchain processed 403 million transactions, a 288% increase from Q4 2023.In the first quarter, Algorand gained 1 million new accounts, bringing the total to 35 million, with an average of 800k monthly active users. [1]Algorand concluded the first quarter of 2024 with a DeFi TVL of 1 billion ALGOs and has been maintaining this level throughout subsequent months. [3]

To improve access to real-time data and insights about the Algorand blockchain, the Foundation is partnering with data analytics provider Nansen, and expects the first dashboards to go live this summer.

Data Source References

[1] https://metrics.allo.info/
[2] https://chainspect.app/dashboard
[3] https://defillama.com/chain/Algorand?currency=ALGO

Following key initiatives were announced at the event:

Global fintech and web3 companies including Algorand Foundation, UNDP, Worldpay, Circle, HesabPay, Mercy Corps Ventures and others, unite to increase blockchain-based cash assistance for humanitarian crises.Archax makes abrdn money market fund accessible and transferable on Algorand blockchain using Quantoz EURD electronic money token.123carbon secured a 135.000t CO2e contract, one of the largest issuance of Transport related insets in the world, all registered on the Algorand blockchain.LabTrace completed the first study using its blockchain-based data authentication system, designed to ensure data integrity in clinical trials.Finboot switched to Algorand to power its supply chain traceability solution due to Algorand’s scalability and energy efficiency.Kare Survivor Wallet will deliver rapid financial assistance to disaster survivors across the United States as part of the American Response and Resiliency Program, launched with the National VOAD and DSC, SVDP-USA.Circle’s USDCa stablecoin on Algorand is now available through Coinbase.

Ecosystem companies are thriving, from AI and identity to DeFi and NFTs:

Pera and Immersve announced a partnership to bring non-custodial debit card options to Algorand users.Folks Finance announced the upcoming launch xChain, an application that will operate cross-chain and xALGO Liquid staking products, which allow users to participate in Algorand consensus and accrue rewards seamlessly and securely.Algorand is also now home to Dised, a blockchain-based AI marketplace that makes exchanging AI services, products and data more transparent. CompX announced a further push into RWA by integrating with Lofty to bring the benefits of auto-compounding and yield optimization to more users on-chain.Tinyman, the top DEX on Algorand by TVL, volume, and active users, announced that its TINY token and governance platform will launch in July.Messina launched Token Wars and cross-chain community building, growing the exposure and presence of Algorand DeFi. This initiative is backed by Pact, Meld Gold, and CompX.Vestige Labs is launching rug.ninja, a decentralized token creator and virtual DEX for fair meme coin creation and trading.Meld Gold announced a trust-minimized audit system, a world-first that verifiably connects physical items to the blockchain, the final frontier in bringing physical RWAs trustlessly on-chain.Gora and Goanna have partnered to create a pioneering nftFi project on Algorand, a collection with innovative utility for Gora and Algorand users. Website and project are live, with the launch event coming in July.EXA Market is launching a Rewards Program on Coinlist in August, leading up to their Token launch in Q4.Cosmic Champs will launch on Mainnet and Google Play in August. Building for more than 2 years, their goal is to onboard thousands of Web2 users to Algorand.Recently listed on Steam, Fracctal will also be listed on Epic Game Store to onboard thousands of new users to Algorand Gaming.Aegir Tactics is going into closed beta on July 23 with a website update, a gameplay video, and Founders Vaults (NFT card packs). Currently on the Epic Game Store, Aegir Tactics can be wishlisted.Dead Chain Diaries joins Algorand’s NFT collection, as the first-ever inscription sets, featuring creators from across the #Algofam. Rxelms is a new NFT-based, cross-chain virtual world launched this year on Algorand, using the best-in-class Unity gaming engine. NUVO launched on Algorand and specializes in Decentralized Verifiable Credentials to better protect data privacy.

Public goods

The Foundation’s public goods initiative focuses on DeFi and tools that help builders of any size build their dreams in the most efficient way possible.

DeFi

Algorand’s instant finality, high TPS capacity and speed are critical for the high-frequency trading that DeFi requires. With fast-growing TVL and strong backing from the Foundation, Algorand leads the way as a robust and scalable DeFi platform.

The Foundation uses Algorand’s DeFi ecosystem to manage its own treasury. It has deployed 42 million ALGOs across various protocols to support things like AlgoRai, decentralized option vaults, and Tinyman and Pact’s liquid governance DEX trading. Following positive results and feedback, the Foundation will double down and boost liquidity to grow the DeFi ecosystem.

New Developer Tools:

LiquidAuth, an open-source package to demonstrate how to establish P2P Authenticated communication between wallets and applications using only open standards and non-permissive protocols. did:algo, W3C compliant DID Method leveraging Algorand’s box storage, a more robust digital identity offering for applications in Algorand.Lora visual debugger, a local developer explorer powered by the new subscriber library for tracking on-chain events and analyzing on-chain resources. It completes the trio of components in AlgoKit needed for easier development: an sdk/for building, a python testing framework, and a visual interface to debug and understand what happens both in your smart contracts and on-chain.

About Algorand Foundation 
Algorand’s mission is to power a world where information has integrity and innovative ideas can scale. The Algorand Foundation supports Algorand’s rapidly growing ecosystem by providing a best-in-class developer environment, supporting key infrastructure and setting technical standards, offering comprehensive support to builders and entrepreneurs, and providing the infrastructure for decentralized governance.

Founded by Turing Award-winning cryptographer Silvio Micali in 2019, Algorand has grown into a vibrant ecosystem of developers, entrepreneurs, and enterprise partners that benefit from institutional-grade certainty and resilience, while features like low fees, instant finality, and a minimal carbon footprint also appeal to the protocol’s millions of retail users. Builders of all kinds can use common programming languages like Python to develop advanced apps and protocols that solve important problems at a global scale: instant payments in war and disaster zones, self-sovereign identity for the disenfranchised, supply-chain traceability for global commerce, permissionless protocols addressing financial inclusion, and the creation of entirely new markets through tokenization, to name a few. To learn more and start your journey on Algorand, visit algorand.co

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AMTD’s TGE Reports Full Year Results with 27.7% Increase in Revenue, with 25.5% Increase in Total Assets and 9.1% Increase in Net Assets

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PARIS and LONDON and NEW YORK, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Generation Essentials Group (“TGE” or the “Company”) (NYSE: TGE, LSE; TGE), a NYSE and LSE dual-listed company and a subsidiary of AMTD Group Inc., today announced the filing of its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 with the Securities and Exchange Commission, with summary highlights below:

Total Revenue increased by 27.7% from US$77.0 million to US$98.3 millionTotal non-GAAP Net Income increased by 3.2% from US$44.7 million to US$46.2 million Total Assets amounted to US$1,464.1 million (US$30.2/share)Net asset value amounted to US$839.1 million (US$17.3/share)

The annual report is available on the Company’s investor relations website at  http://thegenerationalessentials.com. The Company will provide a hard copy of its annual report containing the audited consolidated financial statements, free of charge, to its shareholders upon request. Requests should be directed to Investor Relations Office at ir@tge.media.

About The Generation Essentials Group

The Generation Essentials Group (NYSE: TGE; LSE: TGE), jointly established by AMTD Group, AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) and AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD), is headquartered in France and focuses on global strategies and developments in multi-media, entertainment, and cultural affairs worldwide as well as hospitality and VIP services. TGE comprises L’Officiel, The Art Newspaper, movie and entertainment projects. Collectively, TGE is a diversified portfolio of media and entertainment businesses, and a global portfolio of premium properties. Also, TGE is a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) sponsor manager, with its first SPAC successfully raised and priced on December 18, 2025.

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Potatoes USA Awarded Patent for AI-Driven Social Media Monitoring and Responding

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DENVER, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Potatoes USA, the national promotion board for U.S. potato growers and importers, has been awarded a patent (US 12,591,622 B2) for a method for monitoring and responding to social media content.

The innovative technology automates social media management, featuring AI-driven monitoring, content identification, and natural language response generation on a knowledge basis. The system may include a human-in-the-loop interface that allows for the review, editing, and approval of generated content prior to publication.

Potatoes USA uses the technology to monitor for misinformation about potato nutrition so they can respond with the correct information, educating consumers on the nutritional benefits of potatoes. Additionally, the organization uses the technology to participate in positive conversations about potatoes, joining in the vast amount of potato love on social media.

“For any company or brand trying to share information and raise awareness, it’s vital to be part of relevant conversations happening on social media. This technology allows us to participate in and, more importantly, help shape those conversations,” said Blair Richardson, CEO of Potatoes USA. “A huge number of people talk about potatoes on social media every day. The vast majority of what we see is very positive, but we also find negative and incorrect posts and comments about potatoes. Even though it’s a smaller percentage of what’s being said, it’s a key piece of our communications strategy to correct the misinformation that’s out there, debunk longstanding myths about potatoes, and educate the public on the true nutritional benefits of potatoes.”

The patented technology allows Potatoes USA to establish itself as a go-to resource on social media for potato nutrition facts, recipe inspiration, and general potato love.

About Potatoes USA
As representatives of U.S. potato growers and importers, Potatoes USA’s mission is to strengthen the demand for potatoes through marketing and research. By launching impactful marketing campaigns; coordinating regional, national, and international market and production research; and establishing new trade markets, Potatoes USA promotes the benefits of potatoes to audiences across the globe, including consumers, foodservice operators, retailers, and health professionals. For more information on America’s Favorite Vegetable, please visit PotatoGoodness.com and PotatoesUSA.com.

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TERAGO to Hold Investor Conference Call to Discuss First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

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TORONTO, April 29, 2026 /CNW/ – TERAGO Inc. (“TERAGO” or the “Company”) (TSX: TGO) www.terago.ca, Canada’s 91% mmWave spectrum holder and a leading provider of Managed Fixed Wireless Internet, 5G Private Wireless Networks and SD-WAN secure solutions today announced that it will be hosting a conference call on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET to discuss its financial results for the first quarter of 2026. The complete financial results are expected to be released after market close on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

The Company’s results along with a presentation in connection with the conference call will be made available on the Company’s website at https://terago.ca/company/investor-relations/.

To access the conference call, please dial 888-506-0062 or 973-528-0011 and use conference ID 135943 if applicable. Please call the conference telephone number 15 minutes prior to the start time so that you are in the queue for an operator to assist in registering and patching you through.

A replay of the conference call will be available through Wednesday, May 27, 2026 and can be accessed by dialing 877-481-4010 or 919-882-2331 and using passcode 53968.

About TERAGO
TERAGO provides managed network and security services to businesses across Canada ensuring highly secure, reliable and redundant connectivity including private 5G wireless networks, fixed wireless access, fiber and cable wireline network connectivity. As Canada’s biggest mmWave spectrum holders, the Company possesses exclusive spectrum licenses in the 24 GHz and 38 GHz spectrum bands, which it utilizes to provide secure, dedicated SLA guaranteed enterprise grade performance that is technology diverse from buried cables ensuring high availability connectivity services. TERAGO serves Canadian and Global businesses operating in major markets across Canada, including Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver, Ottawa and Winnipeg, and has been providing wireless services since 1999. For more information about TERAGO and its suite of wireless internet and SDWAN solutions, please visit www.terago.ca.

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