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Varys Capital Leads Momentum’s Seed Round, Doubling Down on the MoveVM Ecosystem

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1 year ago

April 3, 2025

Varys Capital has deepened its commitment to the MoveVM ecosystem by leading the seed round and liquidity contribution in Momentum, a next-generation blockchain DEX platform. With investments from Coinbase Ventures, Circle Ventures, Gate Ventures, Sui, Aptos, Amber Group, Jump, and more, Momentum is poised for substantial growth.

DUBAI, UAE, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Varys Capital has been an early believer in the MoveVM ecosystem, leading the pre-seed round for Movement Labs. With its investment in Momentum, the firm further reinforces its confidence in the next wave of blockchain scalability solutions. This move aligns with the firm’s strategy to back innovative technologies, creating congruence within aggregated liquidity designed to incentivize traders, provisioners, and protocols.

Varys Capital backs Momentum as seed round lead. With top-tier investors like Circle, Coinbase, Sui, Aptos Foundations, and Jump Crypto, Momentum is redefining DEX liquidity with greater access and transparency.

Momentum is solving a critical challenge — unlocking sustainable, protocol-owned liquidity for the Move ecosystem. By implementing the ve(3,3) model, Momentum is positioning itself as the leading liquidity hub in this space.

This refined model ensures:

100% of trading fees go to veMMT holders, incentivizing long-term commitment and active governanceBribe-driven incentives enable protocols to attract liquidity without excessive emissionsInstitutional-grade liquidity provisioning through deep integration with leading DeFi infrastructure

The result? A sustainable, self-reinforcing flywheel where traders, liquidity providers, and governance participants are all aligned.

Momentum isn’t just building liquidity — it’s creating a new standard.

“The Move ecosystem is at an inflection point, and we see Momentum as a key player in pushing its adoption forward,” said Darius Askaripour, Managing Partner at Varys Capital. “Their work is building the foundation for transparent liquidity mechanisms, allowing markets to be more accessible and fluid, and we’re thrilled to support them in this journey.”

Momentum’s CEO, Wendy Fu, previously at Meta and Amazon, echoed this enthusiasm: “Having Varys Capital, one of the earliest investors in Movement Labs, in our corner is a significant win. Their soft-spoken yet impactful investment prowess is unparalleled. Their belief in our vision and deep expertise in digital assets will be invaluable as we scale our solutions.”

Varys Capital’s latest fund is backed by MBS Global, the family office for H.H. Sheikh Nayef Bin Eid Al Thani of Qatar’s ruling royal family, and Aquanow Ventures, Canada’s most prominent digital integration provider. With strong institutional backing, Varys Capital is focused on accelerating high-impact blockchain ventures.

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Darrach Campbell, Varys Capital, 971 52-739-2760, investment@varys.capital, https://varys.capital/

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CHEAPCARIBBEAN VACATIONS TO SEND 30 EVERYDAY HEROES ON FREE GETAWAYS THIS MAY

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21 minutes ago

April 27, 2026

In celebration of Heroes Month, CheapCaribbean Vacations invites teachers, healthcare workers, military families, and first responders to enter for a chance to win a well-deserved escape to a RIU Hotel & Resort

NEW YORK, April 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — This May, CheapCaribbean Vacations is celebrating National Heroes Month because saving the world (which includes feats like powering through lesson plans, marathon hospital shifts and 24-hour duty calls) deserves a real reward. CheapCaribbean Vacations, the go-to online travel booking website for delivering the best-in-beach vacations, is thanking real-life superheroes—healthcare workers, teachers, military members and their families, and first responders —the best way it knows how: with free vacations! The 25+ year old legacy brand is giving 30 heroes a chance to swap the hustle for some sunshine with a dreamy, three-night stay at a participating RIU Resort in Mexico and the Caribbean.

“Our Heroes Club has long been an important initiative, and we’re honored to be able to give back to our everyday heroes,” says Dana Studebaker, Vice President of Marketing at CheapCaribbean Vacations. “We’re so grateful for all they do for their communities, and we want to thank them with a peaceful escape to relax, recharge and get some well-deserved beach time.”

Entries can be submitted online HERE starting May 1 through May 31, 2026. To participate, travelers must be members of their corresponding Hero’s Club, including the ER&R, Beach4Teach, Rescue2Relax and Waves4Warriors Clubs to validate their entry. Heroes’ Club members also will receive access to exclusive discounts, early access to special promotions and earn $150 off their first booking with CheapCaribbean Vacations. Each prize winner will receive a gift certificate for a complimentary all-inclusive three-night stay for two at their choice of any participating RIU Resort. RIU operates all-inclusive resorts in destinations such as Aruba, Bahamas, Costa Rica, Jamaica, Panama, Mexico and the Dominican Republic.

About CheapCaribbean Vacations
Since 2000, CheapCaribbean has served as an award-winning online travel site for in-the-know travelers searching for the best vacation deals to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. Its mission is to provide travelers with life-changing, unforgettable vacation packages specializing in delivering “woohoo moments” at great value. CheapCaribbean supplies in-depth content on hotel properties and destinations, and provides knowledgeable sales agents for assistance in coordinating, planning and personalizing trips. The online travel site has grown dramatically since its inception 25 years ago and is part of the broader ALG Vacations, a leading North American resort brand management, travel and hospitality company.

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CHEAPCARIBBEAN VACATIONS TO SEND 30 EVERYDAY HEROES ON FREE GETAWAYS THIS MAY

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April 27, 2026

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Gallopade Launches Highly Anticipated All-New High School Civics and Government Curriculum

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April 27, 2026

PEACHTREE CITY, Ga., April 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Gallopade, a trusted leader in K-8 educational materials for over four decades, is set to launch its first High School curriculum on May 1, 2026. This all-new National Civics and Government program is designed to engage students and prepare them to participate in democracy, building on Gallopade’s reputation for creating innovative, standards-aligned materials.

Gallopade Curriculum is evidence-based and results-oriented, helping students of all learning styles understand and master essential content and skills. Proven learning strategies include chunking content into “small bites,” facilitating active learning with robust activities, and blending Civics and Government concepts and inquiry in an interdisciplinary approach. This dynamic approach to the foundations of American government, civic responsibilities, and the democratic process provides step-by-step lessons, abundant resources, and purposeful activities that support an interactive learning experience.

The curriculum features elements that bring lessons to life, including case studies, primary-source documents, and interactive activities that develop critical-thinking skills. Educators and students can access a comprehensive curriculum that is 100% aligned with the latest standards, providing teachers with the flexibility to customize content for their classrooms. Gallopade seamlessly integrates print and digital resources through its innovative GO! – Gallopade Online platform, empowering teachers with everything they need to plan, teach, and measure students’ success.

“Expanding into High School represents a natural evolution of our mission to empower educators and inspire students,” said Heather Coody, Gallopade’s Director of Social Studies Curriculum. “Civics and Government is an under-performing area when tested, yet students receive surprisingly little instructional exposure to the subject. What I love about our curriculum is that we’re presenting this content accessibly to the most critical population – students who are about to turn 18 and assume roles as full citizens of the U.S., with the rights and responsibilities that come with that. It is incredibly important that we make sure to distill this information in a way that the students who need it most receive and understand it.”

Gallopade is a leading provider of award-winning Social Studies educational materials. The company’s resources impact millions of learners and advance its goal to ignite students’ love of learning. This new curriculum is available for purchase at gallopade.com. For more information, visit gallopadecurriculum.com/civics-and-government.

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