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  • Four Winners Announced for the 2025 Mass Timber Competition: Building Sustainable Schools

    Four Winners Announced for the 2025 Mass Timber Competition: Building Sustainable Schools

    OREGON CITY, OREGON / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / The Softwood Lumber Board (SLB) and the USDA Forest Service (USDA) announced the winners of the 2025 Mass Timber Competition: Building Sustainable Schools. This year’s competition awarded $1.8 million to support projects that accelerate the adoption of mass timber in the United States, with a dedicated focus on K-12 educational environments.

    The winning projects demonstrate how biophilic design with mass timber can strengthen academic performance, improve teacher and staff well-being, and create healthier, more resilient learning spaces for students. This marks the third cycle of the competition, which has already advanced a range of innovative mass timber projects nationwide.

    “Mass timber is a revolutionary building material-and in schools, a pathway to better learning and stronger communities. By integrating the principles of biophilia into K-12 learning environments, these winning projects will demonstrate how wood can support academic achievement, teacher satisfaction, and long-term sustainability. The SLB is proud to help accelerate adoption where it matters most: in the classrooms that shape our future,” said Cees de Jager, President and CEO of the SLB.

    “Sustainably harvested timber plays a critical role in improving the health and resilience of America’s forests, while providing the raw material for schools that inspire and uplift. By linking responsible forest management with the needs of K-12 communities, these projects show how the benefits of mass timber reach from our forests directly into classrooms – where students, educators, and families all stand to gain,” added John Crockett, USDA Forest Service Deputy Chief for State, Private, and Tribal Forestry.

    This year’s winning proposals included:

    Cleveland High School

    Portland, Oregon – Project Team: Portland Public Schools, Mahlum Architects, Studio Petretti Architects, KPFF Structural Engineering, Code Bird Consulting, Skanska

    Cleveland High School sits on a small urban site that has filled up as the school has grown over the years, leaving little open or outdoor space for students to socialize or even eat lunch. The new 1,700 student Cleveland High School will consist of two four-story towers surrounding a courtyard that provides outdoor space for learning, socializing, and athletics, and connected by a mass timber framed bridge. Most of the classrooms and a variety of other spaces will be located in a Type-IV HT mass timber structure, with acoustic DLT (ADLT) floors eliminating the need for extensive acoustic tile ceilings in classrooms.

    New Lawton Elementary School

    Ann Arbor, Michigan – Project Team: Ann Arbor Public Schools, Gilbane Building Company, Quinn Evans Architects, Brix Corporation

    This new elementary school will deliver a 21st-century learning environment with strong indoor-outdoor connections, Passive House performance, and US-CHPS “Verified Leader” certification. Net-zero-ready and all-electric, the project emphasizes wellness, daylighting, and sustainability while preserving the site’s iconic legacy oak tree. The superstructure is designed to maximize carbon reduction through a primarily mass timber system, with CLT floor and roof decks and glulam beams, girders, and columns. Exposed timber will define key spaces such as the library, café, and gathering heart, providing both structural efficiency and biophilic impact.

    New Central Maui School

    Waikapu, Hawaii – Project Team: Hawaii School Facilities Authority, Hawaii Off Grid, MKThink, R.T. Tanaka Engineers, Mo’olelo Group

    Addressing urgent community needs following the Lahaina wildfire and regional population growth, this new middle school will initially serve 300-600 students, expanding over time to 1,150. Designed as a community school, its facilities will serve both students and the broader community, with the cafetorium doubling as an emergency shelter. The structural system is planned as slab-on-grade with glulam posts and beams supporting CLT, NLT, or DLT roof framing and select partition walls. By deploying a comprehensive mass timber system across classroom and communal spaces, the project both reduces carbon and showcases wood’s role in resilient community infrastructure.

    Whittier Elementary School

    Washington, D.C. – Project Team: Hord Coplan Macht, DC Public Schools, MCN, CMTA, SKA Engineers

    This net-zero renovation and expansion of Whittier will more than double the school’s space while preserving its historic main building. The mass timber addition will include a library, STEM and art classrooms, a gym, a cafeteria, and outdoor green space. With support from the competition, the project team is exploring substituting the originally planned steel framing with CLT and glulam systems supplied. Timber would be featured in highly visible learning spaces to integrate with Whittier’s sustainability curriculum, while span optimization and cost modeling are being used to confirm its viability as an economical and educationally enriching choice.

    About the Competition

    The 2025 Mass Timber Competition sought to highlight the unique advantages of mass timber in K-12 educational projects, including classrooms, libraries, athletic facilities, daycare centers, and vocational training centers. Eligible applicants included U.S.-based for-profit firms, nonprofit organizations, school districts, local governments, and Native American tribal governments.

    WoodWorks, a nonprofit staffed with structural engineers, architects, and construction experts, conducted the technical screening and evaluation of entries. Finalists were selected by an independent jury representing architecture, structural engineering, construction, education, and sustainability. The jury included:

    • Suni Dillard, Sustainability Leader at HMFH Architects

    • John Hand, Associate Principal at Arup

    • Esther Liu, President and CEO of LSW Architects

    • Catie Ryan, Associate Partner at Terrapin Bright Green

    • Craig Schiller, Executive Director of the Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS)

    • Heather Stegner, COO of the American Wood Council

    • Andrew Waugh, Founder and Director of Waugh Thistleton Architects

    • Antony Wood, Professor at Illinois Institute of Technology

    Winning projects exemplify how mass timber can deliver scalable, repeatable models for educational facilities across the U.S. Award recipients have pledged to share lessons learned-including cost analyses, life cycle assessments, and design insights-with the broader construction and education communities.

    Media Contact

    For images and more information about the winning projects, contact: info@softwoodlumberboard.org.

    About the Softwood Lumber Board

    The Softwood Lumber Board (SLB) is an industry-funded initiative established to promote the uses as well as the environmental and economic benefits of softwood lumber products. Programs and initiatives supported by the SLB, including American Wood Council, Think Wood, WoodWorks, and SLB Education focus on increasing the demand for lumber products in the United States. For more information, visit www.softwoodlumberboard.org.

    About the USDA Forest Service

    Established in 1905, the Forest Service, an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is the nation’s foremost federal forestry organization. The agency is a world leader in forest research, providing leadership in the sustainable management, conservation, use, and stewardship of natural and cultural resources on national forests and grasslands in the United States.

    Dedicated Forest Service employees manage the National Forest System, which consists of 154 national forests and 20 national grasslands covering 193 million acres in 43 states, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. The agency’s renowned fire management organization provides critical expertise in making communities and infrastructure safer. Moreover, the agency helps communities; state, local, and tribal governments; forest industries; and private forest landowners improve conditions in both urban and rural areas. In total, the Forest Service helps to steward about 900 million forested acres in the U.S., including 130 million acres in urban areas, which most Americans now call home.

    Contact Information

    Simon Hyoun
    VP of Marketing and Communications
    info@softwoodlumberboard.org
    (971) 339-4934

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    SOURCE: Softwood Lumber Board

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  • Douglas A. Gosselin Releases Mute Telemetry: Entangled Signals of Time and Place

    Douglas A. Gosselin Releases Mute Telemetry: Entangled Signals of Time and Place

    “It’s ambitious, cerebral, and unapologetically complex.” – Anne Brownlow, Beta Reading Report, October 10, 2025

    “The prose is clean and deliberate, with a rhythm that mirrors the story’s thematic concerns.” – Anne Brownlow, Beta Reading Report, October 10, 2025

    Douglas A. Gosselin Releases Mute Telemetry: Entangled Signals of Time and Place, a Sequel That Turns Language Into a Weapon.

    The author of the acclaimed Doctrine of Shadows and Phantom Patriot returns with the next installment in the Narravox series, where silence, control, and memory collide.

    DALLAS, TX / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Douglas A. Gosselin, author of the acclaimed Doctrine of Shadows and the award-nominated Phantom Patriot, announces the release of his newest novel, Mute Telemetry: Entangled Signals of Time and Place. The book is the second in the Narravox series, which began with False Foreword: The Algorithm is the Weapon. In this sequel, Gosselin examines what happens when communication itself becomes contagious and when stories, once told, refuse to die.

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    metronome surrounded by colorful lights.

    A former military strategist turned novelist, Gosselin is known for precise, historically grounded storytelling and for his focus on moral consequence. His Secrets of the Republic series, beginning with Pawn to King’s End, established him as a distinctive voice in historically rooted espionage fiction. His Southern Gothic novella The Hollow That Ate the Sun and the novels Phantom Patriot and Doctrine of Shadows received critical praise from Kirkus Reviews for tension, structure, and emotional resonance.

    “Gosselin writes with the discipline of an analyst and the empathy of a witness. Mute Telemetry transforms silence into signal. Every word is measured, and every consequence is earned,” said an advance editorial review.

    Mute Telemetry continues Gosselin’s exploration of how technology, memory, and morality intersect across eras. The story moves through containment failures and psychological unraveling. It blurs the line between history and possibility and shows how stories can become both evidence and contagion.

    The question driving this novel is simple and devastating: “what if the story we are telling is already telling us?” said the author Douglas A. Gosselin. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Gosselin is the author of The Hollow That Ate the Sun, Doctrine of Shadows, Phantom Patriot, and Pawn to King’s End. A retired military strategist and genealogist, he writes fiction that fuses emotional precision with historical authenticity. Kirkus Reviews has praised his work for moral weight, clarity, and structural rigor. Gosselin lives in Texas, where he continues to explore the boundaries between silence, consequence, and truth.

    Media Contact

    Douglas A. Gosselin
    Email: doug@dagfiction.com
    Website: www.douglasgosselin.com
    YouTube: Signal & Silence: The Cost of Truth

    Contact Information

    Cindy Birne
    Public Relations Consultant
    cindy.birne@cindy.birnepr.com
    214-784-1869

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    SOURCE: Douglas A Gosselin

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  • Delivery Updates, Your Way: Dispatch Launches Customizable Notifications

    Delivery Updates, Your Way: Dispatch Launches Customizable Notifications

    • The new feature gives customers control over which updates they receive and how they receive them.

    BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Dispatch, the leading last-mile logistics platform, has launched Customizable Notifications, a new capability that gives users full control over which delivery updates they receive and how they receive them. Built to cut through noise and surface only what matters, the feature enables logistics teams to stay informed, responsive, and efficient in real time.

    What’s New

    Customizable Notifications introduce flexible settings designed for precision and visibility:

    • Select updates that matter: Choose from key delivery milestones such as driver assignment, arrival at pickup, delivery completion, and wait-time thresholds.

    • Choose your channel: Receive updates through email or view them instantly in the live web notification feed, directly within your dashboard.

    • Monitor delivery health in real-time: The new live web feed provides a dynamic, at-a-glance view of delivery status, allowing teams to quickly identify exceptions and take action. Users can easily opt in or out of specific alerts.

    Why It Matters

    Modern logistics teams need more than data; they need actionable visibility. Customizable Notifications are designed to reduce signal noise, eliminate unnecessary alerts, and ensure every stakeholder has the right information at the right moment.

    “We’ve built this update to empower our customers with real-time control,” said Joyce Schofield, VP of Product and UXD at Dispatch. “Teams can now tailor their notification preferences to fit their workflows–keeping communication clear, relevant, and timely.”

    The update also introduces a new “Wait Time Started” alert, improving transparency around additional charges and enabling faster, data-driven decision-making. This real-time insight helps customers act quickly, handing off items to drivers sooner and avoiding surprise fees.

    By giving users full control of their communication preferences, Dispatch is helping teams work smarter, respond faster, and focus on what matters most–delivering results.

    About Dispatch: Dispatch is redefining last-mile logistics for the enterprise business. As the premier B2B delivery platform, Dispatch empowers organizations with scalable, technology-driven solutions that streamline operations, deliver real-time visibility, and prove ROI. Through its robust delivery management software, seamless API integrations, and a reliable nationwide network of professional drivers, Dispatch enables businesses of all sizes to simplify and optimize their last-mile operations.

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    Contact Information

    Joyce Schofield
    Dispatch VP of Product & UXD
    (952) 444-5280

    Buse Kayar
    busek@accessnewswire.com

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    SOURCE: Dispatch

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  • Treating Measles Infection: Nanoviricides CEO Dr Anil Diwan Interviewed by Steve Darling from Proactive

    Treating Measles Infection: Nanoviricides CEO Dr Anil Diwan Interviewed by Steve Darling from Proactive

    SHELTON, CONNECTICUT / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / NanoViricides, Inc., a publicly traded company (NYSE Amer.:NNVC) (the “Company”), announced that Nanoviricides CEO Dr Anil Diwan joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share major progress in the company’s antiviral research in a video interview. The interview can be viewed at https://youtu.be/m_3Yk4_832E .

    From the Proactive website, explaining the video content (https://www.proactiveinvestors.com/companies/news/1081157/nanoviricides-nv-387-shows-potent-anti-measles-activity-highlighting-broad-spectrum-potential.html):

    “Dr. Diwan shared that the Company’s clinical lead drug NV-387 has demonstrated potent activity against the Measles virus in both cell culture studies and a humanized animal model. Notably, the treatment also protected lung tissue, a critical factor in preventing death from severe, late-stage viral infections. Currently, there are no approved drugs for treating Measles, making these findings especially significant amid rising global outbreaks.

    Dr. Diwan explained that NV-387 produced direct antiviral effects in standard Cytopathic Effects assays, where treated cells showed increased survival compared to untreated controls. In the lethal Measles infection model, NV-387 treatment extended survival by 130% – from 7.4 days in untreated animals to 17 days in treated ones – underscoring its strong therapeutic potential [1].

    Importantly, NV-387 has already completed Phase I human trials, demonstrating no reportable adverse events and confirming that the drug is safe and well tolerated in healthy subjects.

    Dr. Diwan added that NanoViricides is now positioned to support emergency use applications of NV-387 for Measles patients under FDA guidelines. The company is also open to Physician’s Investigator-Initiated INDs for treating individual or small groups of patients in urgent cases. NV-387 is formulated as oral gummies, which dissolve slowly in the mouth and do not require swallowing – a key advantage for patients suffering from rashes or throat irritation associated with Measles infection.

    The same drug, NV-387 is advancing into Phase II clinical trial for the evaluation of safety and effectiveness in the treatment of MPox, noted Dr. Diwan. There is no approved treatment for MPox. “

    ABOUT NANOVIRICIDES

    NanoViricides, Inc. (the “Company”) (www.nanoviricides.com) is a publicly traded (NYSE-American, stock symbol NNVC) clinical stage company that is creating special purpose nanomaterials for antiviral therapy. The Company’s novel nanoviricide™ class of drug candidates and the nanoviricide™ technology are based on intellectual property, technology and proprietary know-how of TheraCour Pharma, Inc. The Company has a Memorandum of Understanding with TheraCour for the development of drugs based on these technologies for all antiviral infections. The MoU does not include cancer and similar diseases that may have viral origin but require different kinds of treatments.

    The Company has obtained broad, exclusive, sub-licensable, field licenses to drugs developed in several licensed fields from TheraCour Pharma, Inc. The Company’s business model is based on licensing technology from TheraCour Pharma Inc. for specific application verticals of specific viruses, as established at its foundation in 2005.

    Our lead drug candidate is NV-387, a broad-spectrum antiviral drug that we plan to develop as a treatment of RSV, COVID, Long COVID, Influenza, and other respiratory viral infections, as well as MPOX/Smallpox infections. Our other advanced drug candidate is NV-HHV-1 for the treatment of Shingles. The Company cannot project an exact date for filing an IND for any of its drugs because of dependence on a number of external collaborators and consultants. The Company is currently focused on advancing NV-387 into Phase II human clinical trials.

    The Company is also developing drugs against a number of viral diseases including oral and genital Herpes, viral diseases of the eye including EKC and herpes keratitis, H1N1 swine flu, H5N1 bird flu, seasonal Influenza, HIV, Hepatitis C, Rabies, Dengue fever, and Ebola virus, among others. NanoViricides’ platform technology and programs are based on the TheraCour® nanomedicine technology of TheraCour, which TheraCour licenses from AllExcel. NanoViricides holds a worldwide exclusive perpetual license to this technology for several drugs with specific targeting mechanisms in perpetuity for the treatment of the following human viral diseases: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV/AIDS), Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), Rabies, Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV-1 and HSV-2), Varicella-Zoster Virus (VZV), Influenza and Asian Bird Flu Virus, Dengue viruses, Japanese Encephalitis virus, West Nile Virus, Ebola/Marburg viruses, and certain Coronaviruses. The Company intends to obtain a license for RSV, Poxviruses, and/or Enteroviruses if the initial research is successful. As is customary, the Company must state the risk factor that the path to typical drug development of any pharmaceutical product is extremely lengthy and requires substantial capital. As with any drug development efforts by any company, there can be no assurance at this time that any of the Company’s pharmaceutical candidates would show sufficient effectiveness and safety for human clinical development. Further, there can be no assurance at this time that successful results against coronavirus in our lab will lead to successful clinical trials or a successful pharmaceutical product.

    This press release contains forward-looking statements that reflect the Company’s current expectation regarding future events. Actual events could differ materially and substantially from those projected herein and depend on a number of factors. Certain statements in this release, and other written or oral statements made by NanoViricides, Inc. are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements since they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which are, in some cases, beyond the Company’s control and which could, and likely will, materially affect actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. The Company assumes no obligation to publicly update or revise these forward-looking statements for any reason, or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the company’s expectations include, but are not limited to, those factors that are disclosed under the heading “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in documents filed by the company from time to time with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and other regulatory authorities. Although it is not possible to predict or identify all such factors, they may include the following: demonstration and proof of principle in preclinical trials that a nanoviricide is safe and effective; successful development of our product candidates; our ability to seek and obtain regulatory approvals, including with respect to the indications we are seeking; the successful commercialization of our product candidates; and market acceptance of our products.

    The phrases “safety”, “effectiveness” and equivalent phrases as used in this press release refer to research findings including clinical trials as the customary research usage and do not indicate evaluation of safety or effectiveness by the US FDA.

    FDA refers to US Food and Drug Administration. IND application refers to “Investigational New Drug” application. cGMP refers to current Good Manufacturing Practices. CMC refers to “Chemistry, Manufacture, and Controls”. CHMP refers to the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use, which is the European Medicines Agency’s (EMA) committee responsible for human medicines. API stands for “Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient”. WHO is the World Health Organization. R&D refers to Research and Development.

    Contact:
    NanoViricides, Inc.
    info@nanoviricides.com

    Public Relations Contact:
    ir@nanoviricides.com


    [1] Added explanation: Humanized mice were required for the animal model because Measles virus only infects humans, and specifically uses hSLAM as the cognate receptor for cell entry, while using the ubiquitous HSPG for congregation next to cells. The mice had human hSLAM (aka hCD150) gene knocked-in, and also had their interferon responses deleted (hSLAM+k.i., IfnAR-/- transgenic mice on C57BL/6 Background). NV-387 mimics the portions on HSPG that viruses bind to, including the Measles virus, and thereby is designed to attack and engulf the virus particle via lipid-lipid mixing and destroying the virus particle’s ability to infect cells.

    SOURCE: NanoViricides

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  • SMX Strengthens Its Proof-Based Ecosystem Through trueGold’s Expansion Into Ethical Luxury (NASDAQ:SMX)

    SMX Strengthens Its Proof-Based Ecosystem Through trueGold’s Expansion Into Ethical Luxury (NASDAQ:SMX)

    NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Gold has always symbolized permanence, wealth, and beauty. What it has never offered is proof. To be fair, it never had to. But the times have changed. Consumers demand accountability, the world is demanding sustainability in manufacturing, and businesses want to do everything they can to maintain a positive, progressive image. Satisfying everyone used to be a tall order. Even impossible on any type of scale. Not anymore.

    SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) and its majority-owned subsidiary, trueGold, are doing something others only dreamed of: changing the rules mid-game to bring verifiable truth to the luxury metals that define status and value.

    What supports such an aggressive move? SMX and trueGold’s patented molecular-marking technology, which creates an invisible, tamper-proof signature that follows gold from mine to market and back again through recycling. Each gram, or whatever weight for that matter, is embedded with a unique molecular ID that cannot be separated from the metal. After that, every step, from refining to retail and back again, is recorded on SMX’s secure digital registry. The result is a self-authenticating material; gold that remembers its entire life story.

    For brands that depend on trust and consumers who demand proof, that story is becoming priceless.

    Ethical Luxury Gets Its Proof of Life

    The luxury market has always traded on heritage and emotion, but modern buyers want data to match the promise. Research from IBM shows that over 70% of consumers would pay almost 40% more for transparent and traceable products, while PwC reports an average 9.7% premium for sustainably sourced goods. Those numbers aren’t trends; they’re signals.

    And the industry has the opportunity to follow their lead. By embedding molecular memory directly into the gold, SMX and trueGold let jewelers, watchmakers, and investors verify authenticity, ethical origin, and recycled content instantly through each piece’s embedded digital passport that confirms its life journey. That data instantly turns sustainability from a tagline into a tangible feature.

    Better still, it introduces a level of integrity that can reshape brand value itself. Provenance is no longer a tagline or an afterthought. It is a measurable, scannable asset that strengthens reputation and lifts margins at the same time.

    The Science of Trust

    Driving this breakthrough is trueGold’s marker, reader, and block-chain-secured registry. The marker is applied at the mine and persists through every stage of transformation-melting, refining, alloying, or polishing. By the way, independent testing by Intertek, under the AnchorCert Pro 2 protocol, confirmed the marker’s full compliance with safety and quality standards in Europe, the United States, and Canada. It’s chemically inert, skin-safe, and undetectable in daily wear.

    This allows brands to offer the assurance of traceability without compromising artistry or craftsmanship. A hand-finished gold ring or luxury watch can now carry invisible proof of its ethical sourcing while retaining the purity and luster that define high-end jewelry.

    It’s science working quietly behind beauty. Evidence without intrusion that certainly changes the provenance landscape.

    Where Responsibility Meets Reward

    For decades, the precious-metals supply chain has relied on certificates, audits, and trust between intermediaries. Yet each layer of paperwork introduces potential breaks in the chain of custody. trueGold closes those gaps. The molecular marker cannot be forged or removed, and every transfer of ownership is captured digitally, creating a single, verifiable record of truth.

    That transparency resonates with investors as much as it does with consumers. Brands using trueGold’s system can substantiate their ESG claims, align with global frameworks such as the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) and the European Union’s Digital Product Passport, and streamline compliance costs that often drain profit.

    By turning regulation into verification, SMX helps convert sustainability into revenue. Proof, in this context, becomes the new profit center.

    Building the Future of Ethical Wealth

    The impact extends far beyond bullion bars and coins. By marking gold that can survive the recycling process, trueGold enables a circular economy for precious metals. The same atoms that once adorned jewelry can be recovered, re-marked, and reused without losing their certified identity. It’s sustainability with a serial number.

    For centuries, gold was admired for its permanence. Now, it carries permanence and provenance. Through trueGold, SMX is proving that ethics and elegance are not opposites-they are inseparable. Consumers get confidence. Brands gain credibility. Investors see measurable value. Every participant in the supply chain benefits from the same undeniable truth: gold can now prove itself. And that can add significantly to its already soaring value.

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    About SMX

    As global businesses face new and complex challenges relating to carbon neutrality and meeting new governmental and regional regulations and standards, SMX is able to offer players along the value chain access to its marking, tracking, measuring and digital platform technology to transition more successfully to a low-carbon economy.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    The information in this press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding expectations, hopes, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future. In addition, any statements that refer to projections, forecasts or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “forecast,” “intends,” “may,” “will,” “might,” “plan,” “possible,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “would” and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements in this press release may include, for example: matters relating to the Company’s fight against abusive and possibly illegal trading tactics against the Company’s stock; successful launch and implementation of SMX’s joint projects with manufacturers and other supply chain participants of gold, steel, rubber and other materials; changes in SMX’s strategy, future operations, financial position, estimated revenues and losses, projected costs, prospects and plans; SMX’s ability to develop and launch new products and services, including its planned Plastic Cycle Token; SMX’s ability to successfully and efficiently integrate future expansion plans and opportunities; SMX’s ability to grow its business in a cost-effective manner; SMX’s product development timeline and estimated research and development costs; the implementation, market acceptance and success of SMX’s business model; developments and projections relating to SMX’s competitors and industry; and SMX’s approach and goals with respect to technology. These forward-looking statements are based on information available as of the date of this press release, and current expectations, forecasts and assumptions, and involve a number of judgments, risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing views as of any subsequent date, and no obligation is undertaken to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date they were made, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws. As a result of a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties, actual results or performance may be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Some factors that could cause actual results to differ include: the ability to maintain the listing of the Company’s shares on Nasdaq; changes in applicable laws or regulations; any lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on SMX’s business; the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations, and identify and realize additional opportunities; the risk of downturns and the possibility of rapid change in the highly competitive industry in which SMX operates; the risk that SMX and its current and future collaborators are unable to successfully develop and commercialize SMX’s products or services, or experience significant delays in doing so; the risk that the Company may never achieve or sustain profitability; the risk that the Company will need to raise additional capital to execute its business plan, which may not be available on acceptable terms or at all; the risk that the Company experiences difficulties in managing its growth and expanding operations; the risk that third-party suppliers and manufacturers are not able to fully and timely meet their obligations; the risk that SMX is unable to secure or protect its intellectual property; the possibility that SMX may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; and other risks and uncertainties described in SMX’s filings from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    CONTACT:

    info@securitymattersltd.com

    SOURCE: SMX (Security Matters)

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  • Alberta Furnace Cleaning Recognized With 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Furnace and Duct Cleaners in Southern Alberta

    Alberta Furnace Cleaning Recognized With 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Furnace and Duct Cleaners in Southern Alberta

    CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Alberta Furnace Cleaning, a Calgary-owned and operated company serving Albertans since 1986, has been recognized with the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the Furnace and Duct Cleaners category for Southern Alberta. This recognition highlights the company’s nearly four decades of dedication to providing exceptional home and commercial cleaning services with professionalism, expertise, and care.

    What began as a modest local business has grown into one of Calgary’s leading providers of furnace and duct cleaning services. Today, Alberta Furnace Cleaning is trusted by thousands of homeowners and businesses across the region for its commitment to high-quality service, industry-leading training, and the use of state-of-the-art equipment.

    A Tradition of Excellence in Home Services

    Alberta Furnace Cleaning has built its reputation on delivering thorough, dependable results tailored to the needs of every client. Specialising in furnace and duct cleaning as well as dryer vent cleaning, the company ensures healthier indoor air quality and greater energy efficiency for both residential and commercial spaces.

    “Our focus has always been on taking care of people’s homes and businesses the way we would our own,” says the Alberta Furnace Cleaning team. “From day one, our goal has been to combine skilled technicians with the best equipment and training in the industry, ensuring every client receives service they can count on.”

    Recognition Driven by Customer Satisfaction

    The Consumer Choice Award is based on independent research that evaluates brand reputation, customer experience, and overall business excellence. Alberta Furnace Cleaning’s recognition as a 2025 award winner reflects the trust and loyalty it has built within the Calgary community over nearly 40 years.

    “We are honoured to be recognized by Consumer Choice Award,” adds the Alberta Furnace Cleaning team. “This recognition means so much to us because it represents the confidence our clients place in our work. It motivates us to continue raising the bar and delivering the level of service that Albertans deserve.”

    Certified Technicians and Industry-Leading Standards

    The company’s team of certified technicians undergo rigorous training to stay ahead of industry standards and ensure every project is completed with precision and care. Alberta Furnace Cleaning’s investment in top-of-the-line equipment enables its staff to deliver consistent, high-quality results across all types of properties, from family homes to large commercial buildings.

    By focusing on expertise and professionalism, the company has become a trusted partner for homeowners and business owners seeking improved indoor air quality, energy efficiency, and long-term maintenance of their HVAC systems.

    Strengthening A Legacy of Service

    For nearly four decades, Alberta Furnace Cleaning has remained a proud, Calgary-owned and operated business committed to serving the local community. Its success is built on a foundation of trust, quality, and a customer-first approach that continues to set the company apart in a competitive industry.

    “This award is a celebration of the relationships we’ve built with Albertans since 1986,” the team reflects. “We’re proud of the legacy we’ve created and remain dedicated to carrying it forward by delivering professional, reliable service for years to come.”

    To learn more about Alberta Furnace Cleaning or to book a service appointment, visit www.albertafurnacecleaningcalgary.ca or www.albertahomeservices.ca.

    About Alberta Furnace Cleaning
    Founded in Calgary in 1986, Alberta Furnace Cleaning is a locally owned and operated company specialising in furnace and duct cleaning as well as dryer vent cleaning for residential and commercial clients. With certified technicians, advanced equipment, and a reputation for reliable service, Alberta Furnace Cleaning has become one of Southern Alberta’s most trusted providers of home and commercial cleaning services. Learn more at www.albertafurnacecleaningcalgary.ca.

    About Consumer Choice Award
    Since 1987, Consumer Choice Award has been recognizing and promoting business excellence across North America. Through a rigorous selection process, only the most outstanding businesses in each category earn this prestigious recognition. Learn more at www.ccaward.com.

    Contact Information
    Sumi Saleh
    Communications Manager
    ssaleh@ccaward.com

    SOURCE: Consumer Choice Award

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  • SMX and trueGold Transform the Gold Supply Chain Into a Market of Verified Value (NASDAQ: SMX)

    SMX and trueGold Transform the Gold Supply Chain Into a Market of Verified Value (NASDAQ: SMX)

    NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Gold has always symbolized permanence, wealth, and beauty. What it has never offered is proof of its origin, how it was mined, or who was involved in the process. Now, SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) and its majority-owned subsidiary, trueGold, are changing that, bringing verifiable truth to the luxury metals that define status and value.

    That’s made possible by SMX and trueGold’s patented molecular-marking technology that creates an invisible, tamper-proof signature that follows gold from mine to market and back again through recycling. Each gram, ounce, pound, or even ton is given a unique molecular ID that cannot be separated from the metal. That ensures that every step, from refining to retail, is recorded on a secure digital registry. The result is a self-authenticating material. In this case, gold that remembers its life story.

    For brands that depend on trust and consumers who demand proof, that story is becoming priceless.

    Ethical Luxury Gets Its Proof of Life

    The luxury market has always traded on heritage and emotion, but modern buyers want data to match the promise. Research from IBM shows that 70% of consumers would pay significantly more for transparent and traceable products, while PwC reports an average 9.7% premium for sustainably sourced goods. Those numbers aren’t trends; they’re signals.

    And they point in the same direction: consumers want change. By embedding molecular memory directly into the gold, SMX and trueGold deliver it by letting jewelers, watchmakers, and stakeholders verify authenticity, ethical origin, and recycled content instantly through what SMX calls a “digital passport,” which confirms each piece or lot’s journey, turning sustainability from a tagline into a tangible feature.

    That level of integrity is redefining brand value. Provenance is no longer an afterthought in marketing copy; it’s a measurable, scannable attribute that can increase margin while strengthening reputation.

    The Science of Trust

    At the center of this breakthrough is SMX’s marker, reader, and block-chain-secured registry. The marker is applied at the mine and persists through every stage of transformation – melting, refining, alloying, or polishing. Independent testing by Intertek, under the AnchorCert Pro 2 protocol, confirmed the marker’s full compliance with safety and quality standards in Europe, the United States, and Canada. It’s chemically inert, skin-safe, and undetectable in daily wear.

    This allows brands to offer the assurance of traceability without compromising artistry or craftsmanship. A hand-finished gold ring or luxury watch can now carry invisible proof of its ethical sourcing while retaining the purity and luster that define high-end jewelry.

    It’s science working quietly behind beauty; evidence without intrusion.

    Where Responsibility Meets Reward

    And it replaces decades of the precious metals supply chain relying on certificates, audits, and trust between intermediaries. That system has always run the risk of not following potential breaks in the chain of custody. trueGold closes those gaps. The molecular marker cannot be forged or removed, and every transfer of ownership is captured digitally, creating a single, verifiable record of truth.

    That transparency resonates with investors as much as it does with consumers. Brands using trueGold’s system can substantiate their ESG claims, align with global frameworks such as the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) and the European Union’s Digital Product Passport, and streamline compliance costs that often drain profit.

    By turning regulation into verification, SMX helps convert sustainability into revenue. Proof, in this context, becomes the new profit center.

    Building the Future of Ethical Wealth

    SMX’s partnership ecosystem strengthens the reach and reliability of trueGold’s platform. Ava Global secures logistics and verifies physical custody at each checkpoint, while Fingo adds a layer of digital authentication to restrict access to authorized handlers. Together, they form an unbroken bridge between the physical and digital worlds of gold.

    The impact extends far beyond bullion bars and coins. By marking gold that can survive the recycling process, trueGold enables a circular economy for precious metals. The same atoms that once adorned jewelry can be recovered, re-marked, and reused without losing their certified identity. It’s sustainability with a serial number.

    Proof Is the New Luxury

    For centuries, gold was admired for its permanence. Now, through SMX and trueGold, it can carry permanence and provenance. Not only that, it proves that ethics and elegance are not opposites; they are inseparable.

    Consumers get confidence. Brands gain credibility. Stakeholders see measurable value. Every participant in the supply chain benefits from the same undeniable truth: gold can now prove itself.

    That’s not a marketing evolution; it’s a market correction. Proof has become the ultimate mark of luxury, and SMX and trueGold are the company’s minting it.

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    About SMX

    As global businesses face new and complex challenges relating to carbon neutrality and meeting new governmental and regional regulations and standards, SMX is able to offer players along the value chain access to its marking, tracking, measuring and digital platform technology to transition more successfully to a low-carbon economy.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    The information in this press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding expectations, hopes, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future. In addition, any statements that refer to projections, forecasts or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “forecast,” “intends,” “may,” “will,” “might,” “plan,” “possible,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “would” and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements in this press release may include, for example: matters relating to the Company’s fight against abusive and possibly illegal trading tactics against the Company’s stock; successful launch and implementation of SMX’s joint projects with manufacturers and other supply chain participants of gold, steel, rubber and other materials; changes in SMX’s strategy, future operations, financial position, estimated revenues and losses, projected costs, prospects and plans; SMX’s ability to develop and launch new products and services, including its planned Plastic Cycle Token; SMX’s ability to successfully and efficiently integrate future expansion plans and opportunities; SMX’s ability to grow its business in a cost-effective manner; SMX’s product development timeline and estimated research and development costs; the implementation, market acceptance and success of SMX’s business model; developments and projections relating to SMX’s competitors and industry; and SMX’s approach and goals with respect to technology. These forward-looking statements are based on information available as of the date of this press release, and current expectations, forecasts and assumptions, and involve a number of judgments, risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing views as of any subsequent date, and no obligation is undertaken to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date they were made, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws. As a result of a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties, actual results or performance may be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Some factors that could cause actual results to differ include: the ability to maintain the listing of the Company’s shares on Nasdaq; changes in applicable laws or regulations; any lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on SMX’s business; the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations, and identify and realize additional opportunities; the risk of downturns and the possibility of rapid change in the highly competitive industry in which SMX operates; the risk that SMX and its current and future collaborators are unable to successfully develop and commercialize SMX’s products or services, or experience significant delays in doing so; the risk that the Company may never achieve or sustain profitability; the risk that the Company will need to raise additional capital to execute its business plan, which may not be available on acceptable terms or at all; the risk that the Company experiences difficulties in managing its growth and expanding operations; the risk that third-party suppliers and manufacturers are not able to fully and timely meet their obligations; the risk that SMX is unable to secure or protect its intellectual property; the possibility that SMX may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; and other risks and uncertainties described in SMX’s filings from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    EMAIL: info@securitymattersltd.com

    SOURCE: SMX (Security Matters)

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  • Maxon Strengthens Growth Strategy with Appointment of Ksenia Kolchina as Vice President of Marketing

    Maxon Strengthens Growth Strategy with Appointment of Ksenia Kolchina as Vice President of Marketing

    Kolchina joins to drive Maxon’s growth vision, fueling expansion into new industries and markets while reinforcing the company’s creative foundation.

    BAD HOMBURG, GERMANY / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Maxon, maker of powerful, approachable software solutions for creators working in 2D and 3D design, motion graphics, visual effects, and more, today announced the appointment of Ksenia Kolchina as Vice President of Marketing. The newly created role unites Maxon’s world-class creative tools, data-driven strategy, and passionate community, signaling the next chapter in the company’s mission to grow with and for the creators who inspire its innovation. Kolchina’s arrival comes as the company looks ahead to 2026, a year focused on sustainable expansion into new regions and markets, including the wider launch into Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC).

    Kolchina joins Maxon after leading brand and growth marketing at Audible Europe, an Amazon company, and holding senior roles across TV, film, gaming, streaming, and music software. Her background combines a deep appreciation for creative culture with an analytical, results-driven mindset – a blend that mirrors Maxon’s unique position at the crossroads of technology and artistry.

    Throughout my career, I’ve worked with creators – filmmakers, musicians, authors, and artists – people whose craft and passion drive cultural change as well as industry growth,” said Ksenia Kolchina, VP of Marketing at Maxon. “My experience has afforded me the opportunity to see firsthand how product innovation translates into creative output, and this is exactly what drew me to Maxon. It was immediately clear to me how engaged the company and its leadership are in the future of creators’ craft. I was especially drawn to the team’s stance on its role in the age of AI, seeing it as a powerful enabling tool – not a replacement for human talent. I’m excited to join a team that is so passionate about developing products that foster boundless creative expression.”

    Kolchina’s role will focus on shaping a global marketing function that supports Maxon’s long-term vision: connecting product excellence with creative empowerment, while amplifying the brand’s resonance in different regions and markets.

    Ksenia brings a rare balance of creative intuition and strategic depth that perfectly complements Maxon’s ethos. Her understanding of the creator community, combined with her experience leading global growth, reinforces the foundation we’ve built over the years,” said David McGavran, CEO of Maxon. “Our approach has always been thoughtful and deliberate, growing in ways that strengthen both our products and our people, users and employees alike. With Ksenia on board, we’re ready to take that vision even further while staying true to what makes Maxon unique.”

    Looking ahead to 2026, Maxon is building on its strong year-over-year growth by expanding into new industries and markets, while strengthening its regional footprint across APAC and EMEA. Building on its June 2025 introduction into AEC, Maxon will broaden its presence in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) sector, with the official public launch of its real-time cinematic rendering technology to architectural visualization (ArchViz) coming spring 2026. For more information, visit: https://www.maxon.net/archviz.

    Download the press kit.

    About Maxon

    Maxon is a developer of high-quality, professional creative tools that empower artists to bring stunning visuals to life. From 3D modeling and animation to impeccable rendering and cinematic effects, the Maxon One ecosystem provides a comprehensive suite of industry-leading solutions. At Maxon, we are committed to fueling creative freedom, fostering a thriving artistic community, and being the driving force behind bold, iconic content.

    Media Contact

    Megan Fasy
    (e) megan@grithaus.agency
    (p) +1 (617) 480-3674

    SOURCE: Maxon Computers

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  • Full-Mouth Dental Implants and Smile Makeovers in Istanbul: What You Need to Know (2025)

    Full-Mouth Dental Implants and Smile Makeovers in Istanbul: What You Need to Know (2025)

    ISTANBUL, TR / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Istanbul has emerged as a global hub for dental tourism, attracting patients from the US, UK, and Australia seeking cutting-edge dental solutions. Among the most sought-after procedures are full-mouth restorations, full mouth implants (All-on-4 and All-on-6 implants), and comprehensive smile makeovers that include cosmetic and restorative treatments at the same time. Understanding clinic specialization, implant brands, and treatment workflow is essential for achieving natural, durable, and functional results.

    All-on-4 & All-on-6: The Modern Approach to Complete Dental Reconstruction

    Full-mouth restorations often require All-on-4 or All-on-6 implants, designed to support bridges or overdentures with minimal surgery. These systems provide stability even in patients with reduced bone volume, reducing the need for extensive bone grafting. Clinics in Istanbul, like Vera Smile, employ advanced 3D imaging and digital planning to map optimal implant placement, ensuring predictable outcomes and minimizing complications.

    “Through my visits, we became like a family. When my treatment was complete and I bit into an apple for the first time, I cried, and even the team cried with me, sharing in my happiness. It’s not just about the smile; it’s about the connections, the laughter, and the journey from hiding in the shadows to shining like a diamond,” said Nix A., (a patient of Vera Smile).

    Smile Makeover Complexity and Specialization

    Full-mouth restorations often go hand-in-hand with smile makeovers, which require multiple specialists working in harmony. The process involves:

    Prosthodontists, who determine the ideal tooth and gum color and select appropriate materials.

    Cosmetic dentists, who focus on aesthetics and overall smile appearance. ● Implant surgeons, who ensure accurate placement of each implant.

    Full-mouth treatments may integrate veneers, crowns, and implants, creating a complex workflow that demands expert coordination. Clinics like Vera Smile bring together all these specialists, ensuring both function and aesthetics are optimized for long-lasting, natural-looking results.

    Cost Considerations for Full-Mouth Restoration

    The price of a full-mouth dental implant varies based on the number of implants, materials, and complexity. All-on-X implants in Istanbul typically start from €4,500 per arch. Full-mouth restorations that combine crowns, veneers, and implants may cost more, reflecting the multi-specialist approach and premium materials used. Transparent pricing and all-inclusive packages, such as those offered at Vera Smile, help patients understand costs upfront.

    Longevity and Premium Implant Benefits

    Premium implant brands, including Straumann, Nobel Biocare, and MIS, are favored by top Istanbul clinics for their durability, osseointegration, and long-term predictability. While these implants carry higher initial costs, they significantly reduce complications and revisions, particularly for complex or full-mouth restorations. Patients seeking a full-mouth dental implant in Istanbul with warranty benefit from the reliability and longevity of these systems.

    Clinician Recommendations and Best Clinics for Complex Cases

    For comprehensive treatments like full-mouth restorations, All-on-4/All-on-6 procedures, and smile makeovers, choosing a specialized clinic is critical. Vera Smile stands out as the best dental clinic in Turkey for full-mouth restoration, integrating surgical precision, cosmetic

    expertise, and prosthodontic planning under one roof. Digital smile design, advanced 3D planning, and structured post-operative care ensure patients achieve predictable, functional, and aesthetic results.

    Conclusion

    Full-mouth restorations and smile makeovers in Istanbul demand a coordinated, specialist-driven approach. By selecting experienced clinicians and premium implant systems, patients can achieve durable, natural-looking results. Clinics like Vera Smile exemplify this model, combining All-on-4/All-on-6 implants, cosmetic planning, and prosthodontic expertise to create confident, lasting smiles. Investing in the right clinic and implant brand ensures both function and aesthetics for years to come.

    Company: Vera Smile

    Name: Mouheb Bouzgarrou
    Email: info@veraclinic.net
    Address: İstanbul Turkey

    SOURCE: Vera Clinic

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  • Money Metals Expands Fractional Gold Lineup, Lowering the Barrier to Real Gold Ownership

    Money Metals Expands Fractional Gold Lineup, Lowering the Barrier to Real Gold Ownership

    EAGLE, IDAHO / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Money Metals announced an expanded selection of fractional gold coins, rounds, bars, and other items designed to make gold ownership accessible at almost any budget.

    The lineup includes 1/2 ounce, 1/4 ounce, and 1/10 ounce pieces, along with gram-denominated bars and divisible products.

    Many people, especially those at a popular big-box wholesale retailer, still believe they must buy gold in one-ounce increments.

    If that were true, starting a position would be out of reach for many households because gold is now over $4,000 per ounce.

    Fractional gold changes that by letting customers begin with smaller, affordable pieces and build over time.

    “Too many people still believe they have to buy gold a full ounce at a time,” said Stefan Gleason, CEO of Money Metals. “That myth keeps new investors on the sidelines. Our fractional gold lineup lets customers start with as little as a gram or a tenth of an ounce-without compromising on quality, brand recognition, or resale flexibility.”

    WHY FRACTIONAL GOLD NOW

    The U.S. dollar, or Federal Reserve Note, has lost the vast majority of its purchasing power over the last century. The Federal Reserve’s stated inflation target means dollars are intended to lose buying power every year, even in normal times.

    When inflation is 2 percent, the dollar’s buying power falls by roughly 2 percent over that year. In hotter periods, such as the past 6 years, the loss is even greater.

    Gold has historically tended to preserve purchasing power over long spans, which is why many savers use it as a hedge against ongoing currency debasement.

    Fractional pieces make this strategy practical. Buyers can add to their holdings on a schedule, average through volatility, and stay engaged during fast price moves without waiting to afford a full ounce.

    WHAT MONEY METALS IS OFFERING

    The catalog features fractional sovereign coins such as American Gold Eagles, Canadian Maple Leafs, British Britannias, Austrian Philharmonics, Australian Kangaroos, South African Krugerrands, and Chinese Pandas. Historic world issues, including British Sovereigns and classic European and Latin denominations, are available when in stock.

    Private-mint rounds provide recognizable bullion in popular fractional sizes (e.g., 1/200, 1/100, 1/10, ¼, ½ ounce). Many privately minted gold rounds resemble famous coins but lack a legal tender face value and typically have a lower markup.

    Assay-sealed bars from established refiners, including Valcambi, PAMP, Geiger, Argor-Heraeus, Perth, Holy Land Mint, and Money Metals’ own brand, cover 1/2 gram through 20 grams and select fractional ounce formats.

    Gold notes, like those by Goldback and Aurum, add a portable and divisible option, including state-inspired series and convenient bundles.

    “Whether you prefer the broad recognizability of sovereign coins, the value and protective packaging of assay-sealed bars, or the flexibility of fractional rounds, Money Metals’ vast product options offer the right option for your goals,” said Stefan Gleason.

    “Because we actively sell and buy back these items every day, customers benefit from competitive pricing, liquidity, and tight spreads across the board.”

    BENEFITS FOR NEW AND SEASONED BUYERS

    Smaller denominations lower the cash outlay required to get started and help buyers maintain discipline during market swings. They also improve flexibility at sale time because investors can liquidate precisely the amount they need rather than part with a whole ounce.

    In historical cases, fractional gold served as a means of barter with less gold, which allowed for bartering elsewhere with the remaining holdings.

    For cost-conscious buyers, 1/4 ounce coins often balance premium and flexibility. Those building gradually frequently choose 1/10 ounce coins or 1/2 to 5-gram bars.

    Assay-sealed bars and random-year or “brand our choice” options can further reduce the per-ounce cost while maintaining recognized purity and packaging.

    HOW TO BUY AND STORE

    Customers can shop the full fractional gold selection at MoneyMetals.com around the clock.

    Phone ordering is available at 1-800-800-1865 with price locks and multiple payment options, including credit card, debit card, cryptocurrency, ACH, and wire.

    For secure storage, the Money Metals Depository offers fully segregated vaulting with transparent, low fees. Customers can view and audit their holdings according to their preferences.

    ABOUT MONEY METALS

    Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Idaho, Money Metals is a leading national precious-metals dealer and depository serving almost one million U.S. customers. Money Metals maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and is widely recognized as an invaluable and trustworthy source for precious metals investing and precious metals related news.

    Money Metals provides competitive pricing on gold, silver, platinum, and palladium products, educational resources for investors, and secure storage through the Money Metals Depository.

    Press Office, Money Metals
    1-800-800-1865
    inquiry@moneymetals.com

    SOURCE: Money Metals Exchange

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