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Moomoo’s Parent Company Futu Reports Strong Financial Growth for Q4 and Full Year 2024

JERSEY CITY, N.J., March 13, 2025 /CNW/ — Moomoo’s parent company Futu Holdings Ltd. (“Futu” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: FUTU), a leading tech-driven online brokerage and wealth management platform, announced its unaudited Q4 2024 earnings with US$570.6 million in revenues, up 86.8% year-over-year (“YoY”), and US$251.3 million in non-GAAP adjusted net income, a 105.4% YoY increase.

For the year ended December 31, 2024, the Company recorded US$1.75 billion in revenues and US$742.6 million in non-GAAP adjusted net income, representing a YoY increase of 35.8% and 26.2%, respectively.

A Deepened Globalization Strategy Boosts Client Acquisition and Trading Activities

The Company reported robust growth in user and client acquisition for Q4, posting over 25 million global users at the year end that includes 2.41 million paying clients, up 16% and 41% YoY respectively. Total client assets achieved US$95.7 billion with a YoY increase of 53%. In the full year of 2024, the Company acquired over 701 thousand new paying clients, representing 127% of its full-year guidance.

The Company sustained robust growth momentum across all markets where moomoo operates. Q4 marked the strongest quarter in users and paying clients growth in Singapore over the past 10 quarters, while double-digit increases in both metrics were recorded in Japan, Canada, Malaysia and Australia. In terms of client assets, all markets experienced a double-digit quarterly rise, with newly penetrated markets such as Japan, Canada, and Malaysia reporting a high growth rate.

In Hong Kong, where its platform is known as Futubull, the Company further strengthened its market-leading position this quarter. The user base continued to expand, now reaching over half of the local adult population. The quarter-over-quarter growth in paying clients reached the highest level in recent three years, with the year-end average client assets ascending to a record high, highlighting a continued asset inflow from institutions and the private wealth segment.

Driven by its diversification strategy globally, the Company’s trading activities increased notably across multiple assets, bringing the Q4 trading volume up to an all-time high at US$371.5 billion. The total quarterly trading volume for US stocks surged by 195% YoY to a historic peak of over US$267 billion, and that for Hong Kong stocks exceeded US$97 billion, representing a three-year high. Additionally, the Company’s crypto trading services that were launched in Singapore and Hong Kong continued to gain traction, with the number of traders and trading volume both soaring in Q4. The average deposit into crypto accounts increased significantly, showing growing confidence in this particular asset among investors.

The wealth management business also saw rapid expansion this quarter, with the assets under management surpassing US$14 billion, almost doubling in size compared to 2023 year-end.

User Engagement Propelled by Enhanced Product Capabilities and Ecosystem Development

In Q4, the Company continuously optimized user experience through a series of product launches and upgrades. A redesigned desktop version of moomoo was released, offering a more tailored interface and advanced features. In Japan, moomoo collaborated with the Japan Exchange Group to offer Japanese stock options trading, and in Australia, moomoo is a pioneer in Australian stock recurring investment plan. In Singapore and Hong Kong, the Company established a bond trading desk this quarter to help clients execute large and complex bond orders.

As a global brand operating in various markets, moomoo is dedicated to fostering an ecosystem featuring transparent, high-quality content and seamless communication among investors, listed companies, media and other financial partners. As part of the global strategic partnership initiatives between the Company and Nasdaq, moomoo launched its inaugural Global Paper Trading Challenge in Q4, assembling over 150,000 challengers worldwide and advancing financial literacy through hands-on market education. Additionally, moomoo established global partnerships with well-known investment service providers such as TradingView and Seeking Alpha, creating value for both moomoo users and its partners. Traders on the TradingView platform named moomoo as 2024 Best Stock Broker.

Bolstered by a more integrated ecosystem, user engagement improved as the daily active usage on moomoo app significantly increased across all markets, with a double-digit YoY rise in Singapore, Malaysia and Australia. The Company also reported the number of moomoo online course learners doubled compared to last quarter, in line with the rapid surge in user activities across its platforms.

In Q4, the moomoo app secured the top spot in Singapore and Malaysia among brokerages in terms of accumulated downloads and daily active users for quarters running. In Australia, moomoo achieved a breakthrough, ranking the top by annual downloads for the first time among local broker apps. In Japan, moomoo maintained in second place by downloads for the second consecutive quarter. In Singapore, Japan and Malaysia, moomoo app continued to lead the industry by receiving the highest user ratings on both Google Play and App Store*.

*Source: data.ai

About moomoo

Moomoo is a leading global investment and trading platform dedicated to empowering investors with user-friendly tools, data, and insights. Our platform is designed to provide essential information and technology, enabling users to make well-informed investment decisions. With advanced charting tools, pro-level analytical features, moomoo evolves alongside our users, fostering a dynamic community where investors can share, learn, and grow together.

Founded in the US, moomoo has expanded its global presence to serve investors across multiple markets, including Singapore, Australia, Japan, Canada, and Malaysia. As a subsidiary of a Nasdaq-listed company, moomoo is trusted by over 25 million investors worldwide and has earned recognition from leading financial institutions and publications for its innovation and reliability.

For more information, please visit moomoo’s official website at www.moomoo.com


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XRP Healthcare Acquires Pharma Ville, a Retail and Wholesale Pharmacy Chain in Uganda

DUBAI, UAE, March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — XRP Healthcare, a pioneering force in healthcare innovation, has officially acquired Pharma Ville, a leading retail and wholesale pharmacy chain in Uganda.

XRP Healthcare Acquires Pharma Ville, a Retail and Wholesale Pharmacy Chain in Uganda

This strategic acquisition marks XRP Healthcare’s entry into Africa’s rapidly evolving healthcare sector, laying the foundation for scalable, technology-driven pharmaceutical distribution across the continent.

With two retail pharmacies and five wholesale distribution centres strategically positioned across Uganda, Pharma Ville’s established infrastructure enhances medicine accessibility nationwide. The acquisition strengthens XRP Healthcare’s ability to streamline pharmaceutical supply chains and expand its footprint in Africa’s healthcare market.

Shonubi Musoke & Co. Advocates, one of Uganda’s premier law firms and a partner of the globally renowned Norton Rose Fulbright, advised XRP Healthcare in this transaction, ensuring a seamless legal and regulatory transition.

Pharma Ville plays a pivotal role in Uganda’s healthcare sector, working closely with the National Medical Stores (NMS) and Joint Medical Stores (JMS) to ensure a steady and reliable supply of essential medicines.

The acquisition includes 60 registered pharmaceutical products, 18 products ready for immediate commercialization, and 70 additional products in the pipeline awaiting regulatory approval.

Additionally, Pharma Ville has distribution agreements with eight global pharmaceutical suppliers, reinforcing its strong supply chain network:

  • Toros Group (Switzerland) – Orthopedic supplies
  • Ascensia Switzerland (Germany) – Diabetic care solutions
  • Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd (Bangladesh) – Human drugs
  • Amanta Health Care Limited (India) – Intravenous fluids
  • Forans Latvia (Latvia) – Diabetic care products
  • Mediteks (Turkey) – Surgical equipment
  • Naari Pharma Pvt Limited (India) – Human drugs
  • Universal Corporation Limited (Kenya) – Human drugs

Richard Kitonsa (MPS), Founder and CEO of Pharma Ville, emphasized the transformative impact of this acquisition:

“Joining XRP Healthcare is transformative. We can now rapidly scale our operations, introduce innovative technologies, and better serve Uganda’s healthcare needs.”

Whitney Lynn, Chairman of XRP Healthcare, underscored the company’s mission:

“Our goal is simple—make essential medicines more accessible and affordable. This acquisition is a major step toward achieving that.”

Kain Roomes, CEO of XRP Healthcare, highlighted the opportunity within Uganda’s healthcare sector:

Uganda’s fragmented pharmaceutical landscape presents immense potential. By integrating Pharma Ville, we can deliver immediate impact—improving access to essential medicines and optimizing healthcare delivery.”

Laban Roomes, COO of XRP Healthcare, emphasized the groundwork laid for expansion:

“We have spent significant time in Uganda developing the legal and operational frameworks necessary to scale this business rapidly. Our efforts will drive long-term improvements in healthcare accessibility.”

Pharma Ville will undergo immediate operational upgrades, including:

  • Advanced inventory management to optimize supply chains
  • Upgraded licensing to expand product offerings
  • Enhanced distribution channels for wider reach
  • Digital payment integration for seamless transactions
  • New CRM systems to improve customer engagement

By Q4, Pharma Ville will rebrand as XRP Healthcare, aligning with the company’s vision for innovation and healthcare excellence.

The XRPH AI app, a multilingual healthcare assistant, is already live and integrated into Pharma Ville’s digital platform (www.pharmaville.ai). The AI-driven tool provides medical guidance in Luganda, Swahili, Kinyarwanda, French, and English.

In an upcoming update, users will be able to upload images of medical conditions for AI-assisted preliminary assessments, with direct referrals to healthcare professionals for critical cases.

Peter Waiswa, a strategic advisor to UNICEF, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and now XRP Healthcare, praised the acquisition’s significance:

“This acquisition strengthens Uganda’s healthcare sector, fosters economic growth, and introduces essential technologies to the industry. It’s a major step forward for healthcare accessibility in Uganda.”

With Africa’s healthcare market projected to reach $259 billion by 2030, and the digital health segment—encompassing AI-driven solutions—expected to grow to $16.6 billion, XRP Healthcare is strategically positioned to capitalize on these transformative opportunities.

XRP Healthcare holds registered trademarks in Uganda, the UAE, and the UK, with ongoing global registrations, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and brand excellence.

Additionally, XRP Healthcare has informed its community of an upcoming global announcement, separate from its African expansion, to be revealed this quarter. This development reflects the company’s broader strategic ambitions and commitment to advancing global healthcare solutions.

About XRP Healthcare

XRP Healthcare is a pioneering healthcare solutions provider leveraging AI and strategic acquisitions to enhance healthcare accessibility and efficiency. By integrating digital innovation with traditional pharmaceutical distribution, XRP Healthcare is at the forefront of revolutionizing healthcare delivery in emerging markets.

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Movement Network Foundation Announces Public Mainnet Beta Now Live with $250M+ TVL

Innovative day-one liquidity fuels the latest Move blockchain network launch

GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Movement Network Foundation, the organization dedicated to advancing MoveVM technology, today announced the successful launch of Movement Public Mainnet Beta, with an impressive$250M in at-launch Total Value Locked (TVL) from the Cornucopia program. This milestone enables permissionless smart contract deployment and user onboarding for the first time and allows everyone to freely build on and use Movement, the only Move-based chain that settles to Ethereum.

Cornucopia Deepens Liquidity

“Securing over $233 million in TVL through our Cornucopia program is a clear validation of the market’s confidence in Movement,” said Cooper Scanlon, Co-Founder of Movement Labs. “This level of day-one liquidity is exceptionally rare for a new network and gives us, our builders, and our community a significant advantage. It allows us to skip the months-long bootstrapping phase and immediately provide the foundation needed for meaningful DeFi adoption and utility.”

Cornucopia provides Movement Network with substantial day-one liquidity across BTC, ETH, MOVE, and stablecoin assets, addressing one of the primary challenges new networks face: the “cold start” problem. Developed with industry leaders including Concrete, Veda Labs, Echelon and Canopy, this robust financial foundation enables Movement to support sophisticated DeFi applications from day one.

Public Mainnet Beta Launch: Features

Movement Network is a secure and scalable network of Move-based chains secured by Ethereum, creating safer execution environments through the Move programming language originally developed by Meta to power safer, better digital economies. Movement is the Network’s first chain.

Public Mainnet Beta key features:

  • Permissionless smart contract deployment
  • Full user onboarding and engagement
  • Attestations of block states will be committed to Ethereum as part of the Movement’s Fast Finality Settlement.
  • Canonical Movement bridge via LayerZero

“With Public Mainnet Beta, developers can now deploy smart contracts without approval, and users can freely engage with the Movement ecosystem. This marks the beginning of a new chapter for Move-based technology, combining robust security and better performance with Ethereum‘s network affects” added Rushi Manche, Co-Founder, Movement Labs.

The launch features the canonical Movement bridge powered by LayerZero, enabling users to seamlessly transfer MOVE (the network’s native gas token), USDT, USDC, wBTC, wETH, and more to the Movement chain.

The Movement Network Foundation will continue to launch additional features over time as the ecosystem evolves.

For more information about Movement Public Mainnet Beta, For more information about Movement’s Developer Mainnet, visit movementnetwork.xyz or follow@movementlabsxyz, @movementfdn, @moveecosystem @Move_Collective on Twitter.

About Movement Network Foundation
Movement Network Foundation is the driving force behind the Movement ecosystem, dedicated to fostering innovation and advancing the adoption of MoveVM technology. The foundation oversees the development of Movement Network, a next-gen solution built using MoveVM that settles to Ethereum. Through its MoveDrop program and ecosystem initiatives, the foundation supports developers, projects, and community contributors building decentralized applications. Learn more at movementfdn.xyz or follow @movementfdn on X.

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Head of PR & Communications
Movement Labs
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AB is Now Listed on Hotcoin and Set to Launch on Gate, BitMart, Lbank, and Biconomy

SINGAPORE, March 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On March 8, 2025, AB DAO announced that $AB has officially been listed on Hotcoin (hotcoin.com) at 18:00 (UTC+8), further expanding its global trading network and driving AB’s adoption in the Web3 ecosystem. Additionally, $AB is set to be listed on four more major exchanges: Gate (gate.io), BitMart (bitmart.com), Lbank (lbank.com), and Biconomy (biconomy.com), significantly enhancing AB’s global liquidity and ecosystem reach.

AB Trading Details
Trading Pair: AB/USDT
Deposit Opening: March 7, 2025, 12:00 (UTC+8)
Trading Opening: March 8, 2025, 18:00 (UTC+8)
Hotcoin Official Announcement:
https://www.hotcoin.com/zh_CN/support/article/?id=25704168485425152&code=25704168485163008&catalogCode=19112597563772928 

AB DAO Ecosystem Continues to Expand
With the Hotcoin listing, users can now trade $AB on the following exchanges:
Bitget (bitget.com)
HTX (htx.com)
MEXC (mexc.com)
BingX (bingx.com)
Hotcoin (hotcoin.com)
4E (eeee.com)
Gate (gate.io) (Coming Soon)
BitMart (bitmart.com) (Coming Soon)
Lbank (lbank.com) (Coming Soon)
Biconomy (biconomy.com) (Coming Soon)
The listing of $AB on Hotcoin marks another major step in AB DAO’s global expansion strategy. In the coming months, AB will continue listing on more exchanges, expanding its ecosystem use cases and accelerating worldwide adoption.

AB DAO’s Goal: 100 Million $AB Holders
Now is the time to join the movement—unite, strengthen the community, and drive the expansion of the AB ecosystem. The mission is clear: onboard tens of millions of users and build a decentralized future together.

Stay Updated with AB DAO
Official Website: https://ab.org
Telegram Global Community: https://t.me/Newtonproject
Telegram Chinese Community: http://t.me/ABgonglian
Telegram English Channel: https://t.me/AB202528
X (Twitter): https://x.com/ABDAO_Global
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Apollo Group TV Expands Payment Options Making Premium Streaming More Accessible In 2025

LIVERPOOL, England, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – In a strategic partnership, Apollo Group TV is making premium streaming more accessible by introducing credit card payments for the first time. Previously limited to Bitcoin transactions, this major shift allows more users to enjoy secure, high-quality streaming with greater flexibility. As a leading provider of IPTV services, Apollo Group TV continues to redefine home entertainment with a vast selection of content, cutting-edge streaming technology, and customer-focused innovations.

Apollo TV

Unmatched Variety of Live TV and On-Demand Content

Apollo TV offers an impressive catalog of 24,000+ live channels and 95,000+ Video-on-Demand (VOD) titles, spanning movies, TV series, news, sports, and international programming. With access to premium channels across multiple genres, subscribers can enjoy the best in live television, blockbuster films, and exclusive series all in one place.

Designed to meet the needs of a diverse audience, Apollo Group TV ensures that viewers always have access to the latest Hollywood hits, classic films, trending TV shows, and live sports events without limitations.

Expanding Payment Options: Now Accepting Credit Cards

Through its collaboration with Radium limited, Apollo Group TV has expanded its payment options, now accepting credit cards alongside cryptocurrency payments. This move reflects Apollo TV’s commitment to making its premium IPTV service more accessible to a wider audience.

“With consumer demand for seamless and secure transactions rising, expanding payment methods was a natural step,” said a spokesperson from Radium Solutions, the technology partner supporting this transition. “This collaboration ensures that more users can access Apollo TV’s premium streaming service with ease.”

High-Definition Streaming with Advanced Technology

Apollo Group TV delivers an unparalleled viewing experience, offering crystal-clear HD and 4K resolution for a cinematic feel at home. The platform utilizes anti-freeze technology to eliminate buffering, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted playback.

With a 99.9% uptime guarantee, Apollo TV users can rely on a stable, high-performance streaming service at any time—whether watching live TV, sports, or on-demand content.

Seamless User Experience & Smart Device Compatibility

Apollo TV enhances navigation with an Electronic Program Guide (EPG) TV Guide, making it easy to browse and manage content. The intuitive interface allows users to switch between channels effortlessly and discover new content.

The platform is compatible with a wide range of devices, including smart TVs, streaming boxes, mobile devices, and tablets, ensuring maximum flexibility for subscribers.

Reliable Customer Support and Lifetime Assistance

Apollo Group TV is dedicated to customer satisfaction, offering 24/7 live chat support to assist with technical issues, account management, and content recommendations.

Through its strategic technology partnership with Radium Solutions, Apollo TV ensures that its platform remains highly secure, accessible, and future-ready, continuously improving the user experience.

Join the Future of Streaming with Apollo Group TV

With its expansive content library, advanced streaming technology, and newly expanded payment options, Apollo Group TV is setting new standards in digital entertainment.

For more details on subscription plans and the latest updates, visit ApolloTVsGroup.com.

About Apollo Group TV

Apollo Group TV is a leading IPTV streaming service, providing access to thousands of live TV channels, movies, and series in high-definition quality. With a commitment to innovation, top-tier customer support, and a seamless viewing experience, Apollo Group TV continues to revolutionize premium home entertainment.

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