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Keyfactor Announces Intent to Acquire Cofide to Bring Verified Identity to AI Agents and Cloud Workloads

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The acquisition will extend the Keyfactor Trust Control Plane to workloads and AI agents, giving security teams one system to manage and govern every non-human identity across the enterprise.

ATLANTA and STOCKHOLM, July 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Keyfactor, the leader in trust infrastructure for AI and machines, today announced the intent to acquire UK-based Cofide, an identity platform that secures the software workloads and AI agents running across today’s cloud environments. The acquisition will extend the Keyfactor Trust Control Plane to workloads and AI agents, giving security teams one system to manage and govern non-human identities across the enterprise.

As enterprises adopt AI, the automated systems acting inside their environments now far outnumber employees, and the gap is widening. Yet most of these systems are still secured with static credentials that can be copied or stolen, giving whoever holds them the same access as the system itself. Cofide takes a different approach by limiting agent authority giving each workload and AI agent its own verified identity that is unique, short-lived, and runs specific agent outcomes. The solution brings the same standards-based trust to AI that enterprises already expect for their people, devices, and applications.

“At Keyfactor, we’ve built a track record of expanding our platform capabilities to meet the evolving demands of digital trust and security,” said Jordan Rackie, Chief Executive Officer, Keyfactor. “Our intent to acquire Cofide is another step in that journey. As AI agents, machine identities, and autonomous workloads become critical to business operations, trust infrastructure must evolve to keep pace. Cofide strengthens our vision for the Trust Control Plane by extending trusted identity beyond traditional systems and enabling our customers to securely manage the next generation of digital actors with the same confidence they rely on today.”

“Customers stall on securing their workloads because it is operationally hard, not because the technology falls short,” said Gün Akkor, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Keyfactor. “Cofide makes it practical, and the Trust Control Plane makes it something enterprises can operate and prove at scale.”

Keyfactor’s Trust Control Plane was built on the premise that trust infrastructure is foundational to every digital interaction. As new workloads and AI agents emerge at scale, Cofide strengthens Keyfactor’s platform strategy by adding modern workload and agent identity capabilities that naturally integrate into the broader vision for enterprise trust infrastructure. Organizations are looking for a comprehensive trust infrastructure platform, and by leveraging the Cofide Connect solution, they can extend trusted identity deeper into cloud-native and agentic architectures while remaining anchored to a centralized Trust Control Plane.

“We built Cofide to provide an open standards-based trust layer that unifies workload IAM across multiple cloud platforms and environments, reducing operational complexity while strengthening our customer’s security,” said Matthew Bates, Founder and CEO, Cofide. “AI agents are proliferating faster than most organizations can secure them. Joining Keyfactor allows us to accelerate delivery of that vision at a scale and depth of trust no standalone company could achieve, exactly when customers need it most.”

Cofide’s team and technology will join Keyfactor immediately, strengthening the company’s vision of delivering comprehensive trust infrastructure in the AI and quantum era.

For more information, please visit: https://www.keyfactor.com/blog/why-we-intend-to-acquire-cofide-verified-identity-for-workloads-and-ai-agents/

About Keyfactor

Keyfactor is the leader in trust infrastructure for AI and machines. The platform equips enterprises to take control of the machine identities and cryptography that safeguard every digital interaction. By bringing fragmented tools and assets into a single control plane, security teams can see their cryptographic landscape, find and remediate risk exposure, roll out compliant and quantum-safe cryptography, and issue a cryptographic identity to every machine, workload, and AI. Trusted by the largest enterprises and government agencies, Keyfactor delivers the resilient foundation organizations need to keep running uninterrupted in the AI and quantum era. Learn more at www.keyfactor.com or follow Keyfactor on LinkedIn.

About Cofide

Cofide is an open-standards identity platform that secures application workloads and AI agents across any cloud environment. Built on open standards including SPIFFE, OAuth, and OIDC, Cofide gives every workload its own verified, short-lived identity, replacing static secrets with cryptographic proof of what a workload is, across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

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Danielle Ostrovsky Hi-Touch PR for Keyfactor 
Ostrovsky@Hi-TouchPR.com 

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

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TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CSE: ADX) (“Advantex”), a leader in the merchant cash advance and loyalty marketing products for merchants, today announced the completion of a $250,000 secured debt financing. Advantex issued a $250,000 non-convertible debenture which bears an interest rate at 12% per annum and matures December 15, 2027. The proceeds raised from this issuance of the Debenture will be used for working capital purposes.

Advantex has also extended the maturity of its existing $700,000 in 12% secured debentures from October 10, 2026 to December 15, 2027.

About Advantex Marketing International Inc.

Advantex provides working capital to merchants. Advantex also provides specialized marketing programs that enable members of Aeroplan to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants.

Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX. For more information go to Advantex’s profile on www.sedar.com

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This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the future business and operations of Advantex. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The business and operations of Advantex described herein is dependent on a number of factors and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ material include, but are not limited to, changes in Advantex’s economic and competitive conditions including but not limited to the industry sectors in which Advantex operates.

The statements in this news release are made of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements are made based on management’s beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date the statements are made and Advantex undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by applicable law.

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Club Offers for Travel Enthusiasts in Canada

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TORONTO, Oct 23, 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:

$799—COSTA RICA WEEK WITH FLIGHTS & CAR
We think fall is an ideal time to visit Costa Rica; the scenery is lush and the crowds are gone. Drive between volcanic Arenal and the idyllic beaches of Tamarindo on this seven-night trip. Since it’s not as busy, we were able to negotiate a price that saves members up to $648 on departures through mid-December.

$899—BARCELONA: 5 NIGHTS WITH FLIGHTS
Explore Barcelona’s world-class museums and architectural masterpieces in the quieter winter months to pack more into your trip. You won’t waste hours in lines and can access top restaurants that are fully booked in summer. We save $300 on travel this January and February, when temperatures are still spring-like. Roundtrip flights from Toronto, hotel and daily breakfast are included.

$999—ST. KITTS GETAWAY FOR 2, REG. $2083
Most visitors to St. Kitts book months in advance, but when we pointed out that travel enthusiasts are more spontaneous, this resort gave us a terrific rate for stays this November and December. Spend four nights in Frigate Bay and get an upgraded Oceanview room, too.

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.

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

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