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UNION: The West’s New Arsenal of National Security Lethality–The World’s Newest Manufacturing Superpower

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How UNION’s Factories-as-a-Stockpile™ Will Forge Peace, Strength, and Ignite America as an Industrial Titan

DALLAS, April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The world’s newest superpower is not a country, but a collection of founders — and their launch of UNION, The Manufacturing Prime, emerges from stealth today, founded by a group of common Americans, exhausted by an uncommon feeling: vulnerability.

The World’s Newest Manufacturing Superpower

Vulnerability not of spirit, but of production — of the West’s deteriorating ability to manufacture, at speed or scale, anything needed to defend itself or its allies.

Today, UNION announced the close of an oversubscribed $50 million Seed round of financing led by Bravo Victor Venture Capital (BVVC), a national security-focused venture firm with deep ties to Special Operations and Intelligence Communities, alongside their strategic co-lead and first customer, Regulus, a boutique defense prime focused on securing global supply chains and logistics.

Additional participation came from a coalition determined to restore America’s industrial might, including Silent Ventures, Decisive Point, Vanderbilt University, RKKVC, IronGate, and several prominent family offices committed to reindustrializing the American manufacturing sector.

At a moment when adversaries expand their arsenals daily and America’s energetics enterprise has fallen dangerously behind, UNION exists to reforge the West’s backbone: a stockpile of American super-factories designed to win wars without firing a shot.

This sector has been in elegant decay, plagued by a lack of innovation and sophistication, dominated by outdated technologies and entrenched legacy players who have failed to adapt, eroding their credibility and trust currency with Americans and our allies around the globe.

UNION’s Factories-as-a-Stockpile™ model represents a new doctrine for national security manufacturing. Alongside former Tesla and Anduril engineers, the UNION team has fused software-driven autonomous robotics with precision manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.

Their initial focus will be on munitions production — restoring America’s ability to scale capacity on demand and secure sovereign supply chains.

UNION factories are the new arsenal of deterrence for America. Our factories are smarter and faster–our supply chains resilient,” said Will Somerindyke, Co-Founder and CEO of UNION. “We have designed factories that are software-driven, where each component of every line will speak to each other as a neural network and leverage reinforcement learning. Our factories will talk to each other, and eventually, build themselves, anywhere on this planet or any other. With this Tesla-inspired manufacturing capacity applied to munitions as our first SKU, we will quickly become the most lethal national security resource available to the USG or allies— not just factories, but strength. Not just munitions, but deterrence. Not just deterrence, but peace.”

Since forming in Q4 2024, UNION has moved with deliberate speed, achieving key milestones:

Avoided Long Lead Times: Pre-ordered heavy manufacturing machinery in Q1 2024, months ahead of formation.

Deployed Three Breakthrough Technologies: Developed Faction™ (Factory Operating System), Fabric™ (SCADA, reimagined for secure, autonomous manufacturing), and Factorial™ (Factory Site Intelligence Engine)

Factory Development: Initiated engineering of the first production line for high-demand munitions SKUs, including 155mm–107, 795, and 120mm metal components.

Forged Strategic Partnerships: Secured strategic partnership agreements and LOIs with NATO and non-NATO U.S. Allies to support allied defense restockpiling efforts.

Campus Buildout: Launched development of Factory-1, Line-1 (F1, L1) in Dallas, TX — purpose-built for continuous improvement and software-driven manufacturing operations.

Elite Engineering Team: Onboarded top-tier talent from Tesla, Anduril, and General Dynamics across engineering, robotics, artillery, and other manufacturing disciplines.

Secured Sovereign Supply Chains: Established near-peer-proof sourcing pipelines for critical materials to reinforce factory operations and scalability.

Veteran-Led: Built a leadership core composed of U.S. Navy (NSW, Nuclear), Marine Corps, and Army veterans, including U.S. Marine, Co-Founder Jon Reiland, UNION’s first employee.

The company’s first factory, initial line, and first suite of SKUs — including 155mm–107, 795 variants, and 120mm munitions — are now underway, representing a self-reinforcing arsenal capable of scaling rapidly to meet current stockpile demands and future deterrence needs.

“America should never encounter a fair fight. We have this decade to win the next century of deterrence — we must forge steel in America once again,” said Joe Musselman, Co-Founder and Chairman of UNION, and Managing Partner of BVVC. “Victory in the next 100 years will belong to a new generation of leadership — gritty engineers, builders, and doers, the patriotic founders, who focus on the problem sets that manufacture in the physical world, providing peace through strength. The safety of Americans will be won by production, not false promises or panel discussions. UNION will lead the way.”

As adversaries race to outbuild and outrange the United States and its allies, UNION stands as a declaration: America will not be outbuilt. America will not be outmatched. America will be a titan again.

About UNION Technologies
UNION Technologies is reindustrializing America’s defense manufacturing base with a next-generation software-driven Factories-as-a-Stockpile™ model, integrating advanced robotics and continuous improvement manufacturing into sovereign factory systems at scale. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, UNION is dedicated to restoring America’s industrial strength and guaranteeing deterrence for the century ahead.

For more information, please visit https://union.tech/ and connect on LinkedIn.

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Vipboss Marks Earth Day with Renewed Commitment to Green Energy Solutions

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NEW YORK, April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As Earth Day draws global attention to environmental responsibility, Vipboss, a specialist manufacturer and developer of lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery packs for energy storage and mobility applications, is underscoring its long‑term commitment to sustainable energy practices through its Environmental Advocacy. This advocacy is devoid of ornate language; its inspiration stems from the brand’s unwavering conviction in LiFePO4 batteries as a green energy solution. To align this message with practical action, the brand is also running a themed sales campaign on its official website during April 18th to 30th. It highlights how practical product solutions, rather than abstract concepts, can support cleaner energy use in everyday life.

Across the world, energy consumption patterns are undergoing rapid change. Households, outdoor users, and light‑mobility sectors are increasingly seeking energy systems that are safe, sustainable, and low‑emission. Within this shift, LiFePO4 batteries have emerged as a preferred technology for clean‑energy applications. Their long service life, high safety profile, and absence of cobalt, which is an element associated with higher environmental and ethical risks, position them as a responsible choice in the global transition toward greener power.

LiFePO4 technology forms the foundation of Vipboss’s approach to sustainable energy. Its extended cycle life reduces the frequency of battery replacement, lowering resource consumption and easing the environmental burden associated with disposal. The material’s inherent stability also minimizes the risk of thermal runaway, offering a safer experience in homes, recreational vehicles, and public environments. In practical use cases such as home backup systems, RV travel, and golf‑course operations, LiFePO4 batteries deliver efficient storage and stable output, helping reduce reliance on fossil‑fuel‑based energy sources and supporting lower‑carbon lifestyles.

Vipboss’s environmental advocacy extends beyond the technical advantages of its products. The brand promotes responsible energy use as an integral part of sustainable living, emphasizing that product design and informed application must work together to achieve meaningful environmental outcomes. As a provider of energy solutions for home, travel, and leisure scenarios, Vipboss continues to participate in the long‑term process of green transformation through ongoing technological refinement and product evolution.

Earth Day serves as a reminder that lasting environmental impact is built through small, consistent actions. Looking ahead, Vipboss will continue advancing safer, more durable, and more efficient energy products that support individuals and families in adopting more sustainable energy habits. Through these efforts, the brand aims to contribute enduring value to the wider adoption of clean energy and the collective pursuit of a more sustainable future.

About Vipboss

Vipboss is a specialist in the lithium battery industry, focusing on the research, production, and manufacturing of lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery packs. The company is committed to advancing battery technology with an emphasis on reliable performance, safety, and extended service life. Its mission is to deliver safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible energy solutions that contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.

For more information, please visit: https://vipbosspower.com/.

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Pastor Dino Rizzo Marks 100 Days to Serve Day Ahead of Global Outreach Initiative

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Pastor Dino Rizzo highlighted the milestone of 100 days until Serve Day 2026, as thousands of churches prepare to serve their communities through coordinated acts of kindness on July 11.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Pastor Dino Rizzo joined church leaders and teams on April 2 to mark 100 days until Serve Day 2026, a global outreach initiative set for July 11. The milestone brings together more than 2,900 churches preparing to serve their local communities through practical acts of kindness and outreach.

Serve Day, led by many churches within the Association of Related Churches, provides a coordinated opportunity for churches worldwide to engage their cities and demonstrate their faith through service. Pastor Dino Rizzo, who serves as Executive Director of ARC, emphasized the significance of the initiative as both a single-day event and a broader movement.

“Serve Day provides churches across the world with opportunities to serve their local communities and share the love of God through practical acts of kindness,” Rizzo said. “Our hope is that serving others becomes our focus throughout the year.”

The April 2 milestone reflects growing participation and anticipation among churches globally. Leaders are currently equipping teams, organizing projects, and connecting with local communities in preparation for July. Churches that join the initiative gain access to resources, including the Serve Day playbook, monthly leadership calls, and a private online community designed to support collaboration and planning.

Pastor Dino Rizzo has long championed the role of service within the church through the Servolution movement. Introduced through his 2009 book Servolution: Starting a Church Revolution Through Serving, the concept calls churches to embed serving into their culture rather than limit it to occasional events. The message has since influenced hundreds of churches across multiple countries, including the United States, Peru, New Zealand, and Poland.

“Serving is not just about an event. It is about building a culture where meeting needs and reaching people becomes part of who we are,” Rizzo has shared in previous teachings, reinforcing the long-term vision behind initiatives like Serve Day.

In addition to leading Serve Day, Pastor Dino Rizzo continues his work with ARC, which has planted over 1200 churches and continues to train and equip new church leaders. His involvement in conferences, leadership development, and global outreach initiatives reflects a consistent focus on sustainable church growth and community impact.

Churches interested in participating in Serve Day 2026 can learn more through ARC’s official website and access resources designed to support local outreach efforts.

About Pastor Dino Rizzo

Pastor Dino Rizzo is a pastor, author, and church leader known for his emphasis on service, leadership, and healthy church culture. He serves as Executive Director of the Association of Related Churches, an organization that has helped launch hundreds of churches worldwide. Rizzo is also the author of Servolution, a book that has inspired a global movement centered on serving others as a core expression of faith.

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WOMEN in the Spotlight! The 2026 Yiwugo Top Boss Ladies Awards Gala Held

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YIWU, China, April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Yiwugo.com, the official website of the Yiwu Commodity Market, is the largest commodity wholesale market in the world. In the bright and warm days of April, with spring in full bloom, the grand ballroom on the third floor of the Yiwu Marriott Hotel was a vibrant gathering. Outstanding female entrepreneurs from various sections of the Yiwu Market gathered in their elegant attire to share the glorious moment of the 2026 Yiwugo Top Boss Ladies Awards Gala. The selection campaign, launched on March 8, attracted thousands of female entrepreneurs from the Yiwu Market. Voting was conducted across the Yiwugo app, official WeChat accounts, and the website. The evaluation criteria continued to cover multiple dimensions, including Business Excellence and Image Excellence, aiming to fully showcase the achievements of Yiwugo’s female entrepreneurs and their enterprises in areas such as digital transformation, overseas market expansion, and global supply chain integration.

Ultimately, the title of 2026 Yiwugo Top Boss Ladies was awarded to: Fu Jiangyan (Zhangweichao Socks Firm), Xu Xiaohui (Little Bee Towels), Peng Jirong (Dongyang Jirong Plastic Industrial Co., Ltd), Li Chuanzhi (Chengfa Tableware Firm), Wang Xiaohong (Yiwu Aishang Daily Necessities Factory), Bao Qiaoli (Bole Plush Pendant Toy), Li Hong (Yiwu Hanbang Daily Necessities Firm), Wu Yajun (Ziyi Stationery Firm), Wang Chunxing (Butterfly Fly Lace Firm), and Zheng Huili (Yiwu Lihong household products Co., Ltd).

In addition, twenty other entrepreneurs, including He Wenjuan (Zhihua Jewelry Box), Jin Chengfeng (Lanmo Textile Co., Ltd), Cui Yanping (Xin Tai Yang Shower Curtain And Towel Factory), and Zhang Huoqing (Happy Sisters Plush Toy), received the Top Boss Ladies Nomination award.

“Women hold up half the sky” – nowhere is this more evident than in the Yiwu Market. To showcase the entrepreneurial spirit and “she-power” of female business owners in the market, Yiwugo launched the Top Boss Ladies Awards in 2016. To date, this campaign has been held for 11 consecutive years, becoming one of the benchmark activities in the Yiwu Market.

Over the years, driven by this campaign, participating female entrepreneurs have become increasingly active, with nearly 700 Top Boss Ladies recognized. They have not only steadfastly managed their shops but have also leveraged their unique empathy and customer insight as female entrepreneurs to drive comprehensive brand upgrades, from product innovation to communication methods, breathing new life into traditional brands in the new era.

Amid the surging digital wave, artificial intelligence is reshaping industries at unprecedented speed and scale. This year’s Top Boss Ladies winners and nominees have bravely stepped into the spotlight, keeping pace with the times, actively embracing evolving business models and technological change. By replacing experience with data, using digital platforms to break geographical boundaries, and leveraging digital intelligence to break through development bottlenecks, they are driving a transition from OEM exports to global branding.

Fu Jiangyan of Zhangweichao Socks Firm is a typical example. Having shifted from initially waiting for customers to now skillfully using AI tools and mastering live streaming and short videos, she has used the platform as a lever to swiftly move her traditional foreign trade enterprise into a new stage of digital-intelligent trade, applying new technologies and business models to enhance enterprise development.

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the introduction of the Yiwu Development Experience. Over the past two decades, the Yiwu Market has completed its iterative upgrade from market stalls to a global digital trade center. Generations of business owners have transformed from street stall vendors into modern commercial entities, achieving a deep integration of personal growth with the market’s development. Yiwugo, always in sync with the rhythm of the Yiwu Market, will continue to focus on its female entrepreneurs, constantly uncovering their vivid and dynamic stories of striving, thoughtfully documenting the journeys of these resilient women who shine in their own quiet ways, and witnessing, supporting, and accompanying their growth and success.

As a local e-commerce platform rooted in and serving the market, Yiwugo will continue to gain deeper insights into user needs, strengthen its technological capabilities, explore cutting-edge applications, and accelerate product iteration. Amid a volatile external environment, it will connect market entrepreneurs with more global resources, helping them expand into broader international markets.

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