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January 10, 2024 07:00 AM Eastern Standard Time
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News ReleaseNSAV Announces License Update and New January Token Listings for its Centralized Cryptocurrency Exchange, NSAVx
Net Savings Link Inc.
Net Savings Link, Inc. (OTC: NSAV), a cryptocurrency, blockchain and digital asset technology company, announced today that its wholly-owned Centralized Cryptocurrency Exchange (CEX), NSAVx https://nsavx.com/ digital platform, has begun the process of making application(s) to multiple jurisdictions to license the exchange as a money exchange. In addition, NSAV will apply as a Money Services Business (MSB), also known as a Money Transmitter. While there is still limited regulatory framework for what actual licenses are required, we have followed the advice of counsel to apply in the pertinent major jurisdictions. NSAV also announced the new January 2024 Token Listings for its NSAVx CEX, which are as follows, NSAVx CHIF DVNCI SWOP ROSE GBUX AKT PYUSD GAMEZ DEATS FLOKI NSAVx plans more exciting listings in the near future and many other upgrades to the platform to drive user growth. This aggressive plan includes upgrades in tech capabilities, licensing, and partnerships to come. As part of the purchase of the exchange from Active World Club (AWC), the AWC team continues to manage the growth of the NSAVx platform and the day-to-day operations. They have been engaged by NSAV to perform these tasks and we are very pleased with their work product, professionalism, and overall growth plan for NSAVx. While they act in this capacity for NSAV, they are independent contractors and do not act as an Officer or Director of NSAV. NSAV released the following statement, “The Company believes that having licenses in multiple jurisdictions, including the United States and in the area of a Money Services Business, will greatly enhance the value of the NSAVx and in turn, NSAV and all of its shareholders.” NSAV's vision is the establishment of a fully integrated technology company, which provides turnkey technological solutions to the cryptocurrency, blockchain and digital asset industries. Over time, the Company plans to provide a wide range of services such as software solutions, e-commerce, financial services, advisory services and information technology. For further information please contact NSAV at info@nsavholdinginc.com The NSAVx Discord Server can be accessed at https://discord.com/invite/7Q2Vv5NmKd The NSAV Twitter account can be accessed at https://twitter.com/nsav_tech The NSAV corporate website can be accessed at http://nsavholdinginc.com The NSAV Centralized Cryptocurrency Exchange (CEX) website can be accessed at https://ex.nsavexchange.com/main The NSAV CEX Twitter account can be accessed at https://twitter.com/nsavcex The NSAVx CEX Exchange at https://NSAVx.com The NSAVDEX Exchange website can be accessed at https://nsavdex.io/ The NSAV Premium OTC Crypto Trading Desk website can be accessed at https://nsavholdinginc.com/otc-desk/ The NSAV Hong Kong OTC Crypto Trading Desk website can be accessed at https://hkotc.co/ The NSAVDEX Exchange Telegram account can be accessed at https://t.me/NSAVDEXorg This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which are intended to be covered by the safe harbors created thereby. Investors are cautioned that, all forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including without limitation, the ability of Net Savings Link, Inc. to accomplish its stated plan of business. Net Savings Link, Inc. believes that the assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, any of the assumptions could be inaccurate, and therefore, there can be no assurance that the forward-looking statements included in this press release will prove to be accurate. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward- looking statements included herein, the inclusion of such information should not be regarded as a representation by Net Savings Link, Inc. or any other person. Contact Net Savings Link, Inc. info@nsavholdinginc.com Contact Details Net Savings Link Inc James Tilton +1 718-569-8815 info@nsavholdinginc.com Company Website https://www.nsavholdinginc.com
January 10, 2024 02:03 AM Eastern Standard Time
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News ReleaseThe 56th California International Antiquarian Book Fair returns to San Francisco February 9-11, 2024
Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America
The 56th CA International Antiquarian Book Fair is making its in-person return to San Francisco next month. The fair, sponsored by the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association of America (ABAA), takes place February 9-11, 2024, at Pier 27 (cruise ship terminal). Widely recognized as one of the world's largest exhibitions of antiquarian books for sale, more than 100 exhibitors from around the world will present rare books, maps, illustrations, historical documents, and ephemera on a vast array of subjects and genres. The fair boasts offerings in every conceivable genre including the first-ever catalog on the history of artificial intelligence (AI) from Novato book dealer and ABAA member Jeremy Norman. Part of this timely collection is an extremely rare, first edition pamphlet published in 1832 by Russian statistician and inventor Semyon Korsakov on what is believed to be one of the first machine-learning devices. Korsakov was a pioneer in the concept of “mechanized thought,” or artificial intelligence. The nearly 200-year-old AI print ephemera will be on exhibit and offered at the purchase price of $35,000. The fair’s specialties encompass art, science, medicine, literature, history, gastronomy, fashion, first editions, Americana, philosophy, children’s books and much more. As highlighted in The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, rare books and other objects have increasingly captured the attention of young collectors seeking one-of-a-kind offerings at more accessible price points. Book fair prices range from $100 to millions. This year, the fair welcomes international exhibitors from 9 different countries including the UK, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany and The Netherlands. An impressive number of US exhibitors also highlight the wealth of material available stateside. Exhibitors will present a vast treasure trove of items: rare books, maps, manuscripts, fine bindings, illustrations, historical documents, prints and print ephemera. One of the rare maps up for purchase is Augustus Chevalier's stunning large-scale 1911 map of San Francisco, the premier map of the city following the San Francisco Earthquake and one of the most impressive and beautiful urban plans in the history of American mapmaking. The purchase price is $45,000 from S.F. Bay Area-based ABAA dealer, Neatline Antique Maps. Another extraordinary find is a piece of LGBTQ+ science fiction history discovered at an estate sale in Oakland, California – the original cover art for Ursula K. Le Guin’s groundbreaking “The Left Hand of Darkness.” The novel was one of the first examinations of androgyny in science fiction and explored the effect of sex and gender on society. Mark Funke, Novato book dealer and ABAA member, will exhibit the illustration art at the San Francisco fair. The purchase price is $20,000. “This is one of the most important events in the country for rare book enthusiasts, and we are thrilled to return to San Francisco after enjoying nearly a decade of success in Oakland,” says Julie Roper, Director of the 56th California International Antiquarian Book Fair. “Post-pandemic, we are seeing resurgent demand for in-person fairs, where a global community of the top dealers offers the most sought-after collections of books, maps, illustrations, and ephemera. The experience of attending in person is like no other – it’s a real-life treasure hunt.” The Book Fair takes place from February 9-11, 2024. Tickets may be purchased in advance here or at the door, and a full list of exhibitors can be found here. MEDIA NOTE: Media preview hours are Friday, February 9, from 4-5p. Media kit with high-resolution images is available here. Please contact Liza Batallones at ABAA@landispr.com for b roll. QUICK FACTS The 56th California International Antiquarian Book Fair will open Friday, Friday, February 9, 2024: Media Preview is 4pm to 5pm; Opening Night 5pm to 8pm ( Opening Night is open to the public with the purchase of a Friday ticket and includes complimentary sparkling wine plus a first glimpse and opportunity to purchase.) $25 ticket also includes Saturday & Sunday admission; Saturday, February 10, 2024 - Noon to 7pm • $15 ticket includes Sunday admission and Sunday, February 11, 2024 from Noon to 5pm • $10 ticket Location: Pier 27, The Embarcadero in San Francisco [ map ] The three-day event features the collections and rare treasures of booksellers from around the globe, including manuscripts, modern first editions, children’s books, ephemera, maps, and autographs, as well as antiquarian books on a vast array of topics. Prices range from $100 to millions. The book fair is expected to draw over 5,000 attendees, with more than 120 sellers from 10 different countries. The book fair returns to San Francisco after a decade of success in Oakland. The influx of attendees is expected to generate $2.1 million in revenue for San Francisco restaurants and merchants over a 3-day period. Source: SF Travel The book fair is easily accessible by BART, ferry, or Muni, and offers over 100 free parking spots for attendees on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be food, wine, beer, and liquor available for purchase daily. The fair is open to the public, and tickets range from $10.00 to $25.00. Available for purchase here. Admission is free for librarians, curators, and related non-profit cultural institution workers who register in advance, in addition to students with valid current school ID and children 12 years of age and under. Details available here. ABOUT THE ABAA The Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America (ABAA) was founded in 1949 to promote interest in rare and antiquarian books and book collecting, and to foster collegial relations. We strive to maintain the highest standards in the trade. All members agree to abide by the ABAA's Code of Ethics. While our members sell, buy, and appraise books and printed matter, our staff can assist you with finding a bookseller and with other trade-related matters. Contact Details Landis Communications, Inc. Liza Batallones +1 415-766-0846 ABAA@landispr.com Company Website https://www.abaa.org/
January 09, 2024 09:10 AM Pacific Standard Time
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News ReleaseNowSecure Now Available in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace
NowSecure
NowSecure, recognized experts in standards-based mobile security and privacy, today announced the availability of NowSecure Platform in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, an online store providing applications and services for use on Azure. NowSecure customers can now take advantage of the productive and trusted Azure cloud platform, with streamlined deployment and management. NowSecure Platform provides continuous and on-demand automated mobile app security and privacy testing for iOS and Android mobile applications for mobile DevSecOps and Agile teams developing in any mobile language or framework. Purpose-built for mobile teams, NowSecure all-in-one solution runs a battery of 600 tests using static, dynamic, interactive, and API Security testing for the deepest and broadest risk coverage in the industry, identifying security, privacy, compliance, supply chain, and app store blocker issues with high accuracy. Through a standards-based testing approach, NowSecure provides data, proof of controls and attestation for mobile app risk coverage, key industry regulations (FDA, SEC, GDPR, etc) and mobile app store safety requirements (Apple App Store™ and Google Play™). NowSecure Platform integrates with Microsoft Azure DevOps, GitHub, and all major software development tools including CI/CD, ticketing, and vulnerability management systems. To speed issue resolution, NowSecure includes developer-friendly issue details, business impact, evidence, embedded remediation instructions, code samples, learning videos from NowSecure Academy, links to Apple and Android developer documentation, and more. “NowSecure is excited to join the Microsoft Azure Marketplace to help mobile app developers deliver secure mobile apps faster,” said Alan Snyder, CEO of NowSecure. “The Azure Marketplace provides a breadth of resources and partners for mobile app development, security, and privacy teams build innovative mobile apps to serve their customers and grow their businesses.” “Microsoft welcomes NowSecure to Azure Marketplace, where global customers can find, try, and buy from among thousands of partner solutions,” said Jake Zborowski, General Manager, Microsoft Azure Platform at Microsoft Corp. “Azure Marketplace and trusted partners like NowSecure help customers do more with less by increasing efficiency, buying confidently, and spending smarter.” The Azure Marketplace is an online market for buying and selling cloud solutions certified to run on Azure. The Azure Marketplace helps connect companies seeking innovative, cloud-based solutions with partners who have developed solutions that are ready to use. About NowSecure As recognized experts in mobile security and privacy, NowSecure protects the global mobile app economy and safeguards the data of millions of mobile app users. Built on a foundation of standards, NowSecure empowers the world's most demanding organizations with security automation to release and monetize 30% faster, reduce testing and delivery costs by 30% and reduce risk by 40%. Only NowSecure offers an award winning full solution suite of continuous security testing for DevSecOps, mobile app supply chain monitoring, expert mobile pen testing as a service (PTaaS) and training courseware. NowSecure actively contributes and supports the mobile security open-source community, standards and certification including OWASP MASVS, ADA MASA, and NIAP and is recognized by IDC, Gartner, Deloitte Fast 500, Cyber Defense Magazine and TAG Cyber. Contact Details NowSecure Press +1 312-878-1100 press@nowsecure.com Company Website https://www.nowsecure.com/
January 09, 2024 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time
News ReleaseKapture CX Forays into the US Retail Energy Sector with its AI-Powered Enterprise-SaaS CX Platform
Kapture CX
Kapture CX, a leading Enterprise-SaaS player in the CX space has expanded its international operations into the US Energy Retail sector with the launch of its highly verticalized enterprise-grade Customer Experience Automation platform, powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). As US energy retailers grapple with intense competition and market transformation, Kapture's solution emerges as a pivotal investment for navigating changing consumer demands, economic challenges, and regulatory scrutiny. With features such as customer self-service portals, digitized interactions, AI-driven chatbots, and live agent assistance, Kapture boasts a 360-degree support automation platform that has emerged as a game-changer in enabling energy retailers to thrive in the evolving landscape. “Our study of the US Energy Retail sector has revealed a spectrum of consumer preferences, emphasizing a growing demand for choice and convenience,” said Sheshgiri Kamath, CEO & Co-Founder, Kapture CX. “To win in this changing landscape, energy retailers should be more proactive and responsive to individual customer needs. Kapture CX, with its enterprise-grade AI-powered customer experience automation platform, offers highly verticalized solutions for Energy Retailers to deliver outcomes and quickly engineer advantage by moving their customer experiences from generalized to hyper-personalized, at scale,” he added. Kapture’s new-age solution is recognised for its deep integration with EDI and Billing providers to access multiple relevant data points and empowers the agent to make informed decisions. The platform capitalizes on data that automates mundane processes which in turn reduces AHT and significantly improves first-call resolutions. The automated and AI-infused platform gives the agent the power to access all relevant information in one single tab. Kapture’s solution can also integrate with legacy systems and products to pull and push relevant data points which will empower agents to make informed decisions. “Energy retailers run highly complex operations and need solutions that are built to address their vertical-specific needs to yield tangible outcomes in real-world settings,” added Vikas Garg, CTO and Co-Founder of Kapture CX. “Capitalizing on advanced generative AI, ML, and data analytics technologies, Kapture is leading the way into a new era of hyper-personalization and customer centricity that can help Energy Retailers realize huge commercial, operational and financial gains.” With this launch, Kapture CX is all set to reinvent customer experience for Energy Retailers, enabling hyper-personalized, 24x7, omnichannel support for end-consumers. By partnering with leading energy retail giants, Kapture CX aims to catalyze its market presence in the US, projecting a 10x growth in its operations, driven by the commitment to revolutionizing AI-driven customer experience for over 100 million end-users. Despite its consistent success over the years, Kapture CX raised $8 million in the previous year for its international expansion, mostly focused on the US energy retail market. About Kapture CX Kapture CX is a leading provider of customer experience management solutions, empowering businesses to enhance customer interactions, streamline operations, and drive growth. With a suite of intuitive tools, Kapture CX enables companies to harness the power of customer feedback to deliver exceptional experiences. Their clients are Nykaa, 1MG, Zepto, Meesho, Syska, Big Basket, Ford, Netmeds, Prestige, Tata, Wipro & others. Contact Details Column Inches Medhavani Maheshwari +91 74549 35029 medhavani.m@columninches.in Company Website https://www.kapture.cx/en/
January 09, 2024 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time
News ReleaseToolsGroup Named a Leader in the SPARK Matrix for Retail Assortment and Management Applications by Quadrant Knowledge Solutions
ToolsGroup
ToolsGroup, a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, is proud to announce it has been named a technology leader in the SPARK Matrix™ analysis of Retail Assortment and Management Applications by Quadrant Knowledge Solutions (QKS). The Quadrant Knowledge Solutions SPARK Matrix: Retail Assortment and Management Applications, Q4, 2023 includes a detailed analysis of global market dynamics, major trends, vendor landscape, and competitive positioning. The study provides competitive analysis and ranking of the leading Retail Assortment and Management Application (RA&MA) vendors in the form of its SPARK Matrix. It gives users strategic information to evaluate vendor capabilities, competitive differentiation, and market position. This is the fourth consecutive SPARK Matrix in which ToolsGroup has been featured. The company was named a technology leader in Intelligent Retail Pricing & Promotion Optimization and Global Supply Chain Inventory Optimization. It also achieved the primary leadership position in the Retail Forecasting and Replenishment matrix. According to Sahil Gupta, Chief Product Officer at ToolsGroup, “ToolsGroup’s JustEnough solution has long been recognized as a leader in retail planning and execution. These powerful capabilities have now been enhanced with EvoAI, which enables quantum analytics and advanced optimization. Armed with artificial intelligence, goal-based optimization and low-latency data, retailers can sense, predict, and respond to minute but crucial market changes, allowing for optimal real-time decisions that boost revenue while satisfying customer expectations.” “We’re excited to be leading the charge in the application of AI in the retail planning space, and we’re proud to be recognized for these efforts,” said ToolsGroup CEO, Inna Kuznetsova. “Our greatest satisfaction, however, comes from working alongside our customers to achieve real-world benefits with these innovations. With responsive AI and real-time insights, we’re building the future of supply chain and retail planning – one typified by customer-centric processes that reduce waste for better business performance and greater sustainability.” Additional Resources: Meet us at NRF Booth #3948 and learn why JustEnough keeps getting named a leader! Book a meeting to learn more about the latest advancements in retail planning HERE. See the list of industry accolades awarded to ToolsGroup by customers and analysts HERE. Download the SPARK Matrix for Retail Forecasting and Replenishment report HERE. About ToolsGroup ToolsGroup’s innovative AI-powered solutions enable retailers, distributors, and manufacturers to navigate through supply chain uncertainty. Our retail and supply chain planning suites empower a new level of intelligent decision making and unlock powerful business improvements in forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory - delighting customers and achieving financial and ESG KPIs. Stay in touch with ToolsGroup on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, or visit www.toolsgroup.com. Contact Details Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com Company Website https://www.toolsgroup.com
January 09, 2024 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time
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News ReleaseSavi Raises $12M in Series A Funding for Cloud-First Video Platform
Savi Solutions
Savi, the cloud video and AI operations platform for distributed enterprise teams, today announced a $12M Series A funding round led by Next Coast Ventures, with participation from Rock Creek Capital and existing investors. The funding comes on the heels of Savi’s rapid growth due to customer demand for a true cloud video solution that not only meets the increasing demands of security and loss prevention teams but unlocks the power of video for the entire organization. As brands and restaurant, retail, hospitality, and convenience store operators look to the future unlocks that video is beginning to bring to their organization, they need a solution that meets their needs today but enables future technology adoption without onsite infrastructure changes. “In the hospitality industry, it’s essential to understand the culture and behaviors driving things at a store level,” said Josh Boshard, the COO of Savory Fund, who is responsible for the operations and technology teams at all of Savory’s 175 portfolio restaurants. “Savi is one of the few technologies that we deploy across all brands because their platform allows our entire organization to gain insight into store-level operations, and since they are truly cloud-based they’ve allowed us to adopt new advancements in video-related technologies affordably.” Other high-growth brands and operators like Savory Fund have chosen Savi to unlock the power of their video data at thousands of locations throughout North America, including Marco’s Pizza, Scooters Coffee, Good2go Gas Stations, Invicta Stores, and more. Savi will use this funding to expand into new markets, grow partnership and reseller channels, and continue innovating as the leading cloud video and AI platform today. Brock Weeks, the CEO and co-founder of Savi said, “Video has been trapped in onsite servers to serve as an expensive, reactive insurance policy for far too long. By fundamentally rearchitecting video to be cloud-first and free from deprecating on-site servers, Savi has affordably and permanently opened the door to video-centric operations today, and seamless adoption of future AI advancements.” As other technologies continue to advance at record-setting speed, Savi is leading the way in video-centric operations that combine true cloud video, connected data, and computer vision AI into a single platform to help modern multi-site teams transform physical and IT operations, increase profitability, and drive growth. Savi partners with industry-leading security integrators, MSP, and other IT resellers–united in a shared pursuit of providing their customers a platform to assist in growing efficient, sustainable, and durable businesses. Learn more about Savi’s partner program at https://getsavi.com/partners/. "Savi's innovative approach, combining cloud video, data integrations, and AI, marks a pivotal step towards transforming on-site customer experiences, boosting operational efficiency, and fortifying loss prevention strategies," said Thomas Ball, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Next Coast Ventures. "We're incredibly excited to partner with Brock Weeks and the Savi team to drive significant advancements in these critical areas." About Savi Savi is the cloud-first video platform for modern distributed enterprise brands and operators, designed to streamline access to video, optimize physical operations, and grow profitability. Savi’s comprehensive product suite delivers a unified platform for emerging and established restaurants, convenience stores, and retail companies to save time, increase profitability, and ensure amazing customer experiences. Thousands of locations have switched to Savi to transform physical operations with future-proof cloud video, searchable data, and cutting-edge AI. Learn more about optimizing and growing a multi-site business at http://www.getsavi.com. About Next Coast Ventures Next Coast Ventures is an Austin-based venture capital firm that partners with bold entrepreneurs seeking to build innovative companies in big markets. With over $500 million in assets under management, Next Coast provides its growing group of portfolio companies with hands-on, company-building resources through its strong industry network and the founders’ own experiences as entrepreneurs and operators. Learn more at www.nextcoastventures.com. Contact Details Cameron Jensen cameron@getsavi.com Company Website https://getsavi.com/
January 09, 2024 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time
News ReleaseSchedulefly Adds Industry Intelligence to Restaurant Employee Scheduling and Communication Platform
Vertical IQ
Schedulefly, a web-based platform that enables restaurants and other service-based businesses to schedule and communicate with their staff, recently incorporated Industry Intelligence from Vertical IQ into its scheduling software. This enhancement allows Schedulefly users to access Vertical IQ’s Industry Profiles on pertinent food and beverage niches such as Restaurants, Bars and Nightclubs, Breweries, Coffee Shops, Caterers, Golf Courses, Casinos and more. “We know that Schedulefly customers want to stay attuned to what’s going on in their industry in order to make informed decisions, but it can be tough for them to find the time to do this type of research,” explains Wil Brawley, co-owner of Schedulefly. “Vertical IQ’s Industry Intelligence is the best in the business, so giving our users easy access to these invaluable insights is another way we can help support our customers’ success.” Business owners within the hospitality industry who use Schedulefly are already realizing the benefits of the platform’s new content. "Having these industry reports consolidated in one easy-to-reach location alleviates the need to seek them out individually,” says Shaun Fiaccone, president of HumanKind Hospitality. “Doing so increases the likelihood that operators will consume the information and use it to make clear, data-driven decisions. This more efficient data flow also allows me more time to focus on other areas of my business, which is something we can all use." The Schedulefly integration marks a noteworthy new application of Vertical IQ’s Industry Intelligence, observes David Buffaloe, president of Vertical IQ. “Our product’s primary original target was financial services providers, but over the years, we have discovered countless sectors that can benefit from access to our industry insights,” Buffaloe says. “From insurance professionals and business advisors, to accountants and now, restaurateurs, just to name a few — the value of understanding the ins and outs of an industry — whether it’s your own or that of a client or prospect — can’t be understated.” ABOUT SCHEDULEFLY Serving thousands of customers across the U.S. and Canada, Schedulefly’s simple web-based platform enables restaurants, bars, breweries, boutique hotels and others in the hospitality industry to schedule and communicate with their staff. Schedulefly is fast, easy, engaging and fun, making life easier for business owners and their teams. Learn more at www.schedulefly.com. ABOUT VERTICAL IQ Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., Vertical IQ is a nationally recognized leader in Industry Intelligence. Whether they’re pitching a local brewery or a national biotech company, successful sales, marketing and customer success teams use Vertical IQ to better understand a prospect’s or client’s business challenges before, during and after meetings. Covering more than 560 distinct industries, 3,400 local economies and more than 97 percent of the U.S. economy and Canada, Vertical IQ equips users with the confidence and credibility to make memorable first impressions and sustain enduring relationships. Contact Details Wil Brawley +1 704-906-2031 wbrawley@schedulefly.com Company Website https://www.schedulefly.com
January 09, 2024 08:00 AM Eastern Standard Time
News ReleaseTrust & Will Announces Earned Equity Investment Arrangement From Forecast Labs
Trust & Will
Trust & Will, the leading digital estate planning and settlement platform in the U.S., today announced that it has entered into an earned equity investment arrangement with Forecast Labs, a consumer venture group within Comcast. Previously, Trust & Will has raised more than $50 million in funding. Forecast Labs has worked with consumer fintech companies such as Acorns, Public, and Hippo. Founded in 2017, Trust & Will simplifies the process for people looking to create wills and trusts online, combining SOC 2-compliant technology with highly customizable estate plans that fit every budget. The company has helped more than 700,000 families as they begin to plan their future and look to settle the estates of loved ones. Last year, Trust & Will achieved certification as a B Corporation, further validating its mission to bring sustainable, socially responsible solutions to families in need. “We’ve quickly established ourselves as a driving force for the future of personal finance,” said Cody Barbo, CEO and Founder of Trust & Will. “As we look ahead at our goals for growth in 2024, I am excited to start working with Forecast Labs to put our business in front of more Americans who have otherwise been left out. Estate planning is too important of a topic for so many people to neglect until it’s arguably too late.” More than 60 percent of Americans don’t have a will in part because of the expenses involved. Trust & Will provides a less expensive alternative for digital-savvy consumers, catering its offering to local laws and suggested norms. With this investment, Forecast Labs will promote Trust & Will nationally via TV advertising to raise awareness of relevant financial considerations and to encourage interested consumers to sign up for the service. “Over the coming decades, we will witness the largest inter-generational wealth transfer take place in America. To seamlessly facilitate this transition, a modern, tech-enabled, accessible, and affordable estate planning solution is needed. We believe Trust & Will is best situated to be that solution at scale,” said Arjun Kapur, Managing Director at Forecast Labs. “With this investment, we will play a pivotal role in introducing Trust & Will to people who have otherwise been priced out of estate planning or have had to deal with outdated ways of managing their wills and trusts.” ABOUT TRUST & WILL Trust & Will is simplifying estate planning and settlement with attorney-approved, legally valid documents and processes designed to adhere to individual state guidelines. Since 2017, we’ve helped hundreds of thousands of Trust & Will members leave their legacy with an affordable way to create an estate plan or settle the estate of a loved one. Our platform uses bank-level encryption that protects customer data and complies with the highest security standards, including SOC 2 and HIPAA. Trust & Will is a certified B Corporation and is the official estate planning benefit provider for AARP members, along with several leading financial institutions, who all believe in our mission of helping every family leave their legacy. Trust & Will is an online service providing legal forms and information. Trust & Will is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Contact Details Trust & Will Danielle Nuzzo +1 631-807-7772 danielle@trustandwill.com Company Website https://trustandwill.com
January 09, 2024 07:25 AM Eastern Standard Time
