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As Japan’s top crypto tax service, trusted by more than 150,000 users since 2017, cryptact is now available in Canada – offering reliable tax reports at a campaign price of US$22.50. Founded by former Goldman Sachs executives, cryptact brings institutional-grade expertise to simplify cryptocurrency tax filing with accuracy and efficiency.

TORONTO, Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — pafin Inc. (Co-CEOs Amin Azmoudeh and Gaku Saito), the provider of cryptact, a leading cryptocurrency calculation service for tax filing, today announced its official launch in Canada. Founded by former Goldman Sachs executives with extensive experience in finance and investment, cryptact leverages institutional-level expertise to deliver accurate and efficient crypto tax solutions.

To mark this milestone, cryptact is offering a 50% discount on paid plans until April 30, 2025.

Key Features of cryptact

• Japan’s leading crypto tax service: since 2017, cryptact has been the most trusted crypto tax service in Japan, serving more than 150,000 users. Developed by a multicultural startup based in Tokyo, it is built by a team of experts in finance, technology, and blockchain.
• Wide support for exchanges and coins: cryptact supports 24,000+ cryptocurrencies across 137 exchanges and blockchains, offering one of the broadest coverages among crypto tax service providers.
• Comprehensive free access: users can start calculating capital gains, losses and income for exchanges, DeFi, and NFTs, and import up to 100,000 transactions per year – all for free.
• The most affordable tax reports: with a 50% discount, “Basic” plan, normally priced at US$45, is now available for just US$22.50 – offering one of the best values among crypto tax service providers.
• All past tax years covered: by purchasing an annual subscription, users can calculate profit and loss for any year, making it an accessible option for those filing a tax return for the first time.
• Accurate and reliable calculations: developed in collaboration with MetaCounts, a Canadian crypto tax expert, cryptact provides precise calculations for a wide range of transaction types.
• Automatic identification of DeFi and NFT transaction types: users can simply input a wallet address, and cryptact will automatically import all transaction history and identify transaction types, significantly reducing manual work.
• Seamless transition from other services: no past transaction history is required. Users can get started by entering only the cryptocurrencies held as of January 1st of the tax year and their cost basis.

Service page: start using our services for free with just your email address.

https://www.cryptact.com/en

About the Canada Launch Campaign

• Eligible Users: Residents of Canada
• Offer? 50% off on new purchases or plan upgrades for all plans (excluding the Data Retention Plan)
• How to Apply the Discount? No coupon code required – simply sign up via the service page above, and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout.
• Offer Period? February 12, 2025 – April 30, 2025, 23:59 EDT

Future Outlook

“We are committed to continuously improving our services to meet the evolving needs of our users. As a trusted partner for cryptocurrency users in Canada, we will expand support for additional cryptocurrencies, exchanges, and blockchains while introducing new features to further enhance our user experience.” said Amin Azmoudeh, Co-CEO, pafin Inc.

Leadership Profiles

Amin Azmoudeh, Co-CEO

After graduating with a BS in Computer Science and a BA in Japanese from the University of Maryland in 2003, Amin joined Goldman Sachs Tokyo as the sole technologist of Tokyo’s GSPS team, a principal strategies unit managing the firm’s capital. In 2005, he changed careers to become a financial analyst with GSPS, and in 2007, he transferred to GSIP (Goldman Sachs Investment Partners) as part of the spin-out of the team into GSAM. As a financial/analyst and portfolio manager, Amin managed listed/unlisted equities, bonds, swaps, interest rate products, foreign exchange, derivatives as well as overall risk management. He was promoted to Managing Director in 2013 and retired from Goldman Sachs on December 31, 2017, to found cryptact.

Gaku Saito, Co-CEO

Having completed a Bachelor’s degree in System Innovation Engineering in 2005 and a Master’s degree in Environmental & Ocean Engineering in 2007 from The University of Tokyo, Gaku joined Goldman Sachs – Asia Special Situations Group, where he executed investments exceeding US$500 million in non-performing and sub-performing loan portfolios, private equity, real estate portfolios, and vessel portfolios. Also, he participated in a number of sponsorship auctions on bankrupt real estate developers. From May 2010 to January 2019, he worked at Goldman Sachs Investment Partners Worked as a portfolio manager at a multi-asset hedge fund, managing an US$800 million portfolio. His main investment strategy was equity long/short in listed companies based on a fundamental approach to building financial models. He also invested in equity derivatives, bond/CDS, FX, and mezzanine loan products. Since February 2019, he has been serving as Co-CEO of cryptact, and in 2021, he was appointed as Chairman of the JCBA Tax Review Department.

About the Team

Cryptact is developed and operated by a diverse, multinational team. With expertise in finance, technology and blockchain, the team brings a global perspective to deliver a trusted and efficient crypto tax service.

https://www.pafin.com/en#team

About pafin Inc.

Services

Cryptact – Crypto tax calculations: Simplified –

Automatically calculate capital gains, access all the information you need for tax filing, and efficiently manage your portfolio — all in one place. Trusted by over 150,000 active users.

https://www.cryptact.com/en

X account: https://x.com/CryptactGlobal

defitact – Your Web3 Sidekick –

defitact allows you visualize, analyze and manage your DeFi assets, NFTs and transactions through a highly intuitive and interactive interface. All features are for free.

https://www.defitact.com/

Company Name: pafin Inc.
Date Founded: January 2018
Rep. Directors: Amin Azmoudeh, Co-CEO / Gaku Saito, Co-CEO
Equity: 1,364M JPY (Including reserve)
Location: Kojimachi HF Building 5F, Kojimachi 3-2-4, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan 102-0083

Contact for public relations and media/press coverage-related inquiries 
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SHANGHAI, Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BLOCKLORDS is a medieval grand strategy game that has earned critical acclaim for its immersive gameplay on the Epic Games Store and its vibrant ecosystem powered by the $LRDS token, listed on Coinbase. With strong backing from industry giants such as Bitkraft, Makers Fund, Square Enix, Krafton, and many others, BLOCKLORDS continues to set new benchmarks in strategic gaming. Today, the team proudly unveils the BLOCKLORDS AI roadmap—a suite of cutting-edge, AI-driven features designed to transform gameplay, expand the roster of heroes, and propel the game into a bold new era.

Video: BLOCKLORDS AI ROADMAP

THE JOURNEY SO FAR – STEP 1 IS LIVE!

Step 1: BLOCKLORDS.AI Launch & Agent Reward Competition
The adventure began with the successful launch of BLOCKLORDS.AI. Early adopters embraced revolutionary AI mechanics by participating in an epic quest to win Elisa Revard’s favor. In this initial phase, players competed to convince her to marry the ultimate champion, with the victor receiving exclusive in-game rewards and a one-of-a-kind AI-powered NFT immortalizing Elisa. This unique token not only grants its owner exceptional benefits and a lasting legacy within the BLOCKLORDS universe but also signals the promise of many new features and heroes that will soon be unlocked for those who prove their might and dedication.

WHAT’S ON THE HORIZON – THE AI ROADMAP FOR BLOCKLORDS

The following roadmap outlines a series of transformative AI features that will be integrated into the BLOCKLORDS game, elevating both strategy and gameplay:

Step 2: AI Player Tutorial
New heroes will be guided by intelligent AI-powered chatbots. These interactive trainers are designed to simplify complex game mechanics, ensuring that every recruit becomes battle-ready and fully immersed in the BLOCKLORDS experience.

Step 3: Train Heroes to Become Agents
Heroes in the BLOCKLORDS game will evolve into autonomous AI agents capable of making real-time strategic decisions. This evolution deepens tactical gameplay and introduces a fresh layer of strategic complexity.

Step 4: AI Farm Management
An upcoming AI-driven farm automation system will optimize production and resource allocation within the game. This feature frees players from tedious micromanagement, enabling them to focus on expanding their kingdoms and executing grand strategic plans.

Step 5: BLOCKLORDS Trader Agent
Trader Agents will transform the in-game economy by analyzing market trends, predicting price fluctuations, and executing trades on behalf of players. This dynamic system turns economic strategy into an engaging and interactive experience.

Step 6: Battle Generals
Heroes will autonomously command troops and strategize in real time on the battlefield. This feature allows for adaptive, intelligent warfare where heroes respond dynamically to opponents’ tactics.

Step 7: AI-Powered User Acquisition Reward System
An advanced AI-powered incentive system will optimize user rewards based on individual gameplay. Each decision made in the game will contribute to a personalized and engaging experience, directly enhancing strategic play.

Step 8: User-Created Kingdom Tokens
Players will eventually be empowered to create and manage their own in-game tokens. This groundbreaking feature will foster vibrant, community-driven economies and alliances, further enriching the strategic ecosystem of BLOCKLORDS and amplifying the utility of the $LRDS token.

ON-CHAIN AI ACTIONS VIA LORDCHAIN

A significant portion of these AI-driven actions and behaviors will be recorded on-chain using LORDCHAIN, the base layer 3 chain built specifically for the BLOCKLORDS ecosystem. By integrating LORDCHAIN, BLOCKLORDS ensures:

• Transparency and Security: Every AI action and in-game behavior is securely recorded on the blockchain, promoting trust and verifiability.
• Decentralized Innovation: The on-chain implementation of AI features enables decentralized management and verification, enhancing the integrity of gameplay and economic systems.
• Enhanced Utility: The seamless integration with LORDCHAIN bolsters the utility of the $LRDS token, as in-game activities and rewards are transparently managed on a dedicated blockchain infrastructure.

ENHANCING GAMEPLAY WITH NVIDIA DLSS

In addition to its groundbreaking AI features, BLOCKLORDS is set to elevate its visual experience through the integration of NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) in the upcoming Battleborne update. This integration will ensure:

• Sharper Graphics & Richer Landscapes: Medieval battles and expansive kingdoms are rendered in ultra-high definition.
• Smoother Gameplay: Higher frame rates and seamless performance will be maintained even on the most demanding setups.
• Future-Proof Visuals: The potential for ray tracing integration in future updates pushes the boundaries of visual fidelity in BLOCKLORDS.

A HINT OF WHAT’S TO COME…

The roadmap is only the beginning. The development team continues to work on groundbreaking AI innovations that will further redefine the gaming landscape. Exclusive video teasers and early user reviews will be unveiled as BLOCKLORDS advances into the future of AI-powered strategy gaming.

For more information, visit BLOCKLORDS.AI or follow BLOCKLORDS on https://linktr.ee/blocklords

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MANAMA, Bahrain, Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Qareeb Data Centres, the Middle East’s first edge data centre provider, and Pantheon, a full-service global Bitcoin mining service provider, announced today they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This MOU sets out a strategic partnership between Pantheon and Qareeb to cover the rollout of Pantheon Bitcoin mining data centres across the Middle East region.

As part of partnership, Qareeb will act on behalf of Pantheon to secure sites adjacent to locations where Qareeb has secured, or is in the process of securing, sites to build its own colocation facilities. In addition, the Qareeb team will deliver fully-fitted and operational solutions for Pantheon as part of its build process as well as provide a full suite of engineering, operations, security and FM services.

“Partnering with Pantheon represents a significant opportunity for Qareeb, as we collaborate with one of the most exciting visionaries in the Bitcoin mining industry,” said Annemarie van Zadelhoff, Chief Strategy Officer at Qareeb. “Pantheon’s dedication to innovation and operational excellence aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver state-of-the-art data centre solutions across the Middle East. By leveraging our expertise in turnkey project management, site acquisition, permitting and operations, we are proud to ensure Pantheon’s facilities are fully fitted, operational, and supported by our 24/7 regional team. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to building a future-ready digital infrastructure and setting new standards for innovation and resilience in the region.”

Nick van Houtrijve, COO and Founder of Pantheon, added: “Pantheon’s expansion into the GCC is a strategic milestone as we continue to set new benchmarks for operational efficiency and performance. This partnership with Qareeb enables us to establish robust infrastructure in one of the fastest-growing Bitcoin mining markets globally.”

Jim Niemeijer, Head of Business Development at Pantheon, concluded: “With Qareeb’s unparalleled regional expertise and our capabilities, we are confident in delivering value to our investors and clients. Together, we’re creating a blueprint for the future of digital finance.” 

About Qareeb Data Centres

Qareeb Data Centres is on a mission to deliver world-class Edge Data Centre solutions in the Middle East, enabling businesses in their digital transformation through delivering best in class infrastructure tailored for cloud and AI-driven growth, with transparency and a customer-first approach at the core. Headquartered in Bahrain, Qareeb fuses international and local expertise to ensure a consistent exceptional customer experience tailored to regional needs.

To find out more, visit www.qareebdc.com/ 

About Pantheon
Pantheon is a global Bitcoin mining company dedicated to building efficient, profitable mining operations. Through its Mining as a Service (MaaS) model, Pantheon offers clients tailored solutions that simplify Bitcoin mining for HNWI and financial institutions. By combining cutting-edge technology and customized infrastructure, Pantheon empowers clients to participate in Bitcoin mining without the complexity of setting up their own operations. Headquartered in Europe, Pantheon’s mission is to build decentralized financial infrastructure through profitable Bitcoin mining solutions. To find out more, visit: https://www.pantheonmining.com/

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VICTORIA, Seychelles, Feb. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin, a global leader in the cryptocurrency exchange market, proudly announces its achievements in the 2024 Annual Review. The year was marked by a whirlwind of activities, significant growth in user base and trading volumes, and steadfast enhancements in security measures and regulatory compliance.

In 2024, KuCoin witnessed an unprecedented tripling of spot trading volumes in the MENA region, with Europe following closely with a 144% increase. This significant growth underscores KuCoin’s robust platform and market strategy adaptiveness. The exchange now serves over 38 million users globally, noting the most rapid growth in LATAM and MENA regions. Additionally, the number of new listings on KuCoin doubled in 2024, with a standout 170% increase in the fourth quarter alone compared to the third quarter. The futures trading platform also saw substantial growth, adding 125 new assets and attracting over 3 million new users, with a total 30% growth in Q4 user numbers.

KuCoin’s security and regulatory compliance remained a cornerstone of operations throughout 2024. As the first global exchange registered with India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), KuCoin leads the industry in adhering to stringent regulatory standards. With five global regulatory licenses, KuCoin continues to set the benchmark for security and compliance. The settlement with the DOJ further strengthens KuCoin’s position and allows it to focus more on growth and innovation, underscoring its commitment to operating within legal frameworks and maintaining the highest integrity.

The year also saw the launch of innovative platforms like GemPool and GemVote, which have significantly engaged the community and driven user interaction with new token listings. The Trading Bot platform witnessed a 49% increase in new bots in Q4 alone, demonstrating KuCoin’s leadership in automated crypto trading solutions.

KuCoin remains committed to impactful CSR activities, such as the “Light Up Africa” project, which distributed 10,000 solar lamps, benefiting 50,000 children across various communities.

As the industry moves into 2025, KuCoin is focused on continuing its growth trajectory, emphasizing security, innovation and user experience. There will be more upcoming enhancements that are dedicated to providing exceptional value and service to crypto users globally.

About KuCoin

Founded in 2017, KuCoin is one of the pioneering and most globally recognized technology platforms supporting digital economies, built on a robust foundation of cutting-edge blockchain infrastructure, liquidity solutions, and an exceptional user experience. With a connected user base exceeding 39 million worldwide, KuCoin offers comprehensive digital asset solutions across wallets, trading, wealth management, payments, research, ventures, and AI-powered bots. KuCoin has garnered accolades such as “Best Crypto Apps & Exchanges” by Forbes and has been recognized among the “Top 50 Global Unicorns” by Hurun in 2024. These recognitions reflect its commitment to user-centric principles and core values, which include integrity, accountability, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

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NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bit Digital, Inc. (Nasdaq: BTBT) (“Bit Digital” or the “Company”), a global platform for high-performance computing (“HPC”) infrastructure and digital asset production headquartered in New York, announced its unaudited digital asset production, HPC services revenue, and corporate updates for the month of January 2025.

 Corporate Highlights for January 2025

• The Company earned approximately $4.9 million of total unaudited HPC revenue^[1] during the month of January 2025.
  
• Treasury holdings of BTC and ETH were 768.7 and 27,689.6 with a fair market value of approximately $78.7 million and $91.3 million, respectively, on January 31, 2025.
  
• The BTC equivalent^[2] of our digital asset holdings as of January 31, 2025, was approximately 1,663.0 or approximately $170.3 million.
  
• The Company had cash and cash equivalents of $74.3 million and total liquidity (defined as cash and cash equivalents, USDC, and the fair market value of digital assets) of approximately $244.6 million in January 2025.

Colocation Services Revenue Highlights

• The Company had 14 customers actively generating revenue at its Tier-3 Enovum Data Center facility, as of January 31, 2025.
  
• The Company’s HPC data center colocation revenue was approximately CAD $757.8k (approximately USD $522.9k) in January 2025.

GPU Cloud Highlights

• The Company had 268 servers (2,144 GPUs) actively generating revenue from its Bit Digital AI contracts, as of January 31, 2025. The Company earned approximately $4.4 million of total unaudited GPU Cloud revenue during the month of January 2025. In addition, the Company received $131K in cash payments from its equipment leasing contract with Boosteroid during the month of January 2025.
  
• On January 22, Bit Digital entered into a new agreement with a key customer for 464 Nvidia B200 GPUs, expanding its GPU Cloud business. This new agreement replaces a prior agreement whereby the Company was to provide the customer with an incremental 2,048 H100 GPUs and the Company continues to explore additional GPU contracts with this customer for 2025. Under the terms of the agreement, Bit Digital will provide the customer with 58 Nvidia B200 servers (464 GPUs) for a period of eighteen months. The contract represents approximately $15 million of annualized revenue for Bit Digital and features a two-month prepayment from the customer.

Digital Assets Highlights

• In January 2025, the Company produced 28.7 BTC, an 11.4% decrease compared to the prior month. The decrease was primarily driven by a change in the Company’s hosting portfolio, ongoing redeployment of mining assets to new sites, and the retirement of older generation miners.
  
• In January 2025, the Company’s active hash rate was approximately 1.6 EH/s, an 11.1% decrease compared to the prior month. The decrease was primarily driven by a change in the Company’s hosting portfolio, ongoing redeployment of mining assets to new sites, and the retirement of older generation miners.
  
• 191 Bitmain Antminer S21 mining units were delivered to a new hosting site in the month of January 2025.
  
• The Company had approximately 21,568 ETH actively staked in native staking protocols as of January 31, 2025.
  
• Bit Digital earned a blended APY of approximately 3.6% on its staked ETH position for the month of January 2025.
  
• The Company earned aggregate staking rewards of approximately 65.8 ETH during January 2025.

Other Highlights

• As of January 1, 2025, the Company officially transitioned to domestic issuer status under U.S. securities regulations.

Upcoming Events

• Fireside Chat with H.C. Wainwright on February 12.

About Bit Digital

Bit Digital, Inc. is a global platform for high-performance computing (“HPC”) infrastructure and digital asset production headquartered in New York City. The Company’s HPC business operates under the WhiteFiber Inc. (“WhiteFiber”) brand. Our operations are located in the US, Canada, and Iceland. For additional information, please contact ir@bit-digital.com or visit our website at www.bit-digital.com.

Investor Notice

Investing in our securities involves a high degree of risk. Before making an investment decision, you should carefully consider the risks, uncertainties and forward-looking statements described under “Risk Factors” in Item 3.D of our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 (“Annual Report”). Notwithstanding the fact that Bit Digital Inc. has not conducted operations in the PRC since September 30, 2021 we have previously disclosed under Risk Factors in our Annual Report: “We may be subject to fines and penalties for any noncompliance with or any liabilities in our former business in China in a certain period from now on.” Although the statute of limitations for non-compliance by our former business in the PRC is generally two years and the Company has been out of the PRC, for more than two years, the Authority may still find its prior bitcoin mining operations involved a threat to financial security. In such event, the two-year period would be extended to five years. If any material risk was to occur, our business, financial condition or results of operations would likely suffer. In that event, the value of our securities could decline and you could lose part or all of your investment. The risks and uncertainties we describe are not the only ones facing us. Additional risks not presently known to us or that we currently deem immaterial may also impair our business operations. In addition, our past financial performance may not be a reliable indicator of future performance, and historical trends should not be used to anticipate results in the future. Future changes in the network-wide mining difficulty rate or bitcoin hash rate may also materially affect the future performance of Bit Digital’s production of bitcoin. Actual operating results will vary depending on many factors including network difficulty rate, total hash rate of the network, the operations of our facilities, the status of our miners, and other factors. See “Safe Harbor Statement” below.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release may contain certain “forward-looking statements” relating to the business of Bit Digital, Inc., and its subsidiary companies. All statements, other than statements of historical fact included herein are “forward-looking statements.” These forward-looking statements are often identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “believes,” “expects,” or similar expressions, involving known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, they do involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties, and these expectations may prove to be incorrect. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company’s actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including those discussed in the Company’s periodic reports that are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and available on its website at http://www.sec.gov. All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these factors. Other than as required under the securities laws, the Company does not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements.

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