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SUZHOU, China, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — GCL Energy Technology Co., Ltd., a leader in the clean energy sector, and Ant Digital Technologies, a pioneer in digital technology services and blockchain technology, have achieved a significant milestone by successfully completing the first-ever Real World Asset Tokenization (RWA) issuance in China’s photovoltaic industry, securing 200 million yuan in cross-border financing. The groundbreaking initiative on December 23 not only injects substantial new capital into GCL Energy Technology’s ambitious growth plans but also establishes a novel financing model for Chinese photovoltaic companies seeking to fund green projects internationally.

RWA represents a transformative approach to asset management, where physical assets are digitized as tokens on the blockchain, enhancing liquidity and market accessibility. For this inaugural issuance, GCL Energy Technology has tokenized two strategically significant solar power plants in Hunan and Hubei, with a combined capacity of approximately 82MW, to spearhead this new financing frontier.

As the core entity of China’s largest private power conglomerate, GCL (Group) Holdings Co., Ltd., GCL Energy Technology is at the forefront of integrating clean energy production with comprehensive energy services and advanced digital operations. The company has significantly expanded its renewable energy footprint, with its total installed capacity reaching 5976.36 megawatts as of September 30, 2024, and renewable sources constituting 57.81% of this capacity. Notably, under the GCL SUN brand, residential photovoltaic installations have surged to 1105.89 megawatts across more than 36,500 households, demonstrating robust growth.

This RWA initiative is a cornerstone in GCL Energy Technology’s strategy to harness data for asset valorization, involving around 3000 residential photovoltaic systems. By integrating cutting-edge artificial intelligence, blockchain, and IoT technologies, the project packages and stores operational and revenue data on the blockchain. This dual-chain and one-bridge architecture has garnered strong backing from prominent global investors, reinforcing RWA’s role as a pivotal green finance tool that underscores the company’s commitment to sustainable development and transparency.

The move not only bolsters GCL Energy Technology’s global ESG credentials but also strengthens its position in the international market, aligning investor interests with the burgeoning demand for environmentally responsible, low-carbon investments. Looking ahead, GCL Energy Technology remains dedicated to leading the charge in renewable energy, with a strategic focus on leveraging data to drive innovation across the sector and foster a transparent, effective ESG ecosystem.

During the issuance event, Ant Digital Technologies emphasized that industries are increasingly adopting renewable energy and sustainable assets to drive sustainable growth, and its partnership with GCL Energy Technology aims to better support this trend. Leveraging blockchain and smart contract technologies, the collaboration has dramatically improved the transparency and efficiency of asset management, operations, and transactions, while also reducing costs associated with these activities. The strategic alliance is a response to the growing market demand in the photovoltaic sector, bringing substantial practical benefits to the real economy and demonstrating the scalability of these advanced technologies.

At the same event, strategic ties were further cemented with a comprehensive partnership agreement signed with Ant Digital Technologies in Suzhou. The partnership will broaden to include joint construction, acquisition, and securitization of new energy assets, covering distributed, commercial, industrial, and residential photovoltaic power stations.

In addition, both parties will collaborate to develop AI large model applications for various scenarios including new energy generation forecasting, energy management optimization, and intelligent operations, driving the industry’s move towards enhanced intelligence and sustainability.

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DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 20, 2024 /CNW/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, will be extending the festive fun with lavish virtual gifts for Bybit Card holders. From Dec. 20, 2024 to Jan. 31, 2025, with every swipe of their Bybit Card, users may get a chance to unwrap mystery gift boxes, including 1,000 in USDT and other exciting airdrops from DOGE to BTC—all rewards, no catches.

For each 100 USDT spent in eligible purchases with the Bybit Card, users will receive a lucky draw ticket to redeem a gift box on Bybit. Each gift box promises a crypto reward—from Christmas baubles in DOGE, SOL, ETH, XRP and BTC airdrops, all the way up to the grand prize of 1,000 in USDT. Registration is required and the special Holiday Giveaway ends at the end of Jan. 2025.

For users looking for a convenient way to utilize their crypto assets for daily spendings and debit payments, it is not too late to apply for the Bybit Card. The application and verification process takes minutes, and a virtual card will be issued as soon as the card is approved, enabling seamless digital payment on Apple and Android devices in applicable regions.

“The Bybit Card takes the hassle out of crypto off-ramp for regular users and weaves rewards and benefits into daily spendings. On top of regular cashbacks, we are introducing extra perks as our token of thanks to wrap up an eventful year in crypto,”  said Joan Han, Sales and Marketing Director at Bybit.

The Bybit Card made expansive global footprints 2024 as crypto adoption continues to rise in the past year. Trusted and frictionless crypto payment solutions are in demand in various parts of the world, and Bybit is one of the natural habitats of crypto native consumers. Spanning from Buenos Aires to Amsterdam, the Bybit Card community is growing and so are the perks:

• Up to 10% cashback in USDT, BTC and ETH on eligible purchases
• Zero fees for instant virtual card issuance
• Zero annual or hidden fees
• Up to 8% APY

Enjoy this festive season in all its splendor. Eligible Bybit Card holders from all regions are welcome; terms and conditions apply: Bybit Card Holiday Giveaway: Swipe, Spend & Sparkle!

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About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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Energizes Over 50 MW in 2024 Across Six States, with 35 MW Coming Online by January 2025

WILMINGTON, Del., Dec. 20, 2024 /CNW/ — Compass Mining (“Compass” or the “Company”), a leading provider of Bitcoin mining hardware, hosting, and operational solutions, proudly announces the addition of a new 25 megawatts (MW) Bitcoin mining facility in Texas to its growing network of North American operations. The facility is already fully built out and will be operational with an initial 5 MW of capacity by year’s end, scaling to 25 MW in early January 2025. Compass also plans to expand the facility’s capacity to 60 MW by Q3 2025.

The new Texas facility will house a mix of relocated machines from Compass’s existing sites, as well as newly deployed units, ensuring continuity for current customers while offering new clients a seamless and turnkey Bitcoin mining experience. By January 2025, new customers purchasing machines through Compass’s platform will have the option to deploy them at the “Texas 6? site.

“Our new Texas facility represents another milestone in our mission to make bitcoin mining more accessible for everyone,” said Paul Gosker, CEO of Compass Mining. “We bring a wealth of experience from successfully operating at multiple locations across Texas, navigating the unique grid dynamics and leveraging local resources. For this site, we will provide our support and expertise, including assisting our site partner in hiring expert technicians who meet Compass’s high standards. This ensures high uptime and reliability, delivering the quality our customers expect.”

Compass’s strategy combines vertical integration through proprietary facilities, such as the new Iowa 4 site, with partnerships at third-party facilities renowned for high uptime and reliability. This dual approach allows the company to maintain operational flexibility while delivering reliable hosting solutions. The company has energized a total of approximately 50 MW of power capacity across mining facilities in Indiana, Iowa, Ohio, Kentucky, Nebraska, and Texas in 2024, with plans to add another 35 MW by January 2025.

About Compass Mining

Compass Mining is a customer-first company that provides a platform for individuals and businesses to purchase Bitcoin mining hardware, host machines, build and manage mining facilities, and access a range of ancillary services. With a commitment to exceptional customer support and transparency, Compass Mining sets the benchmark for bitcoin mining hosting. Its mission is to make Bitcoin mining accessible to everyone. To learn more about Compass Mining or to start mining today, visit compassmining.io.

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BEIJING, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — AGM Group Holdings Inc. (“AGM Holdings” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: AGMH), an integrated technology company specializing in the assembling and sales of high-performance hardware and computing equipment, announced today that the Company has signed an investment intention agreement (the “Agreement”) with its Canadian partner, NOWLIT Solutions Corp. (“Nowlit”), a prominent energy technology company focused on developing energy solutions and data center infrastructure in Canada, to provide green energy data center and cryptocurrency computing power. This initiative aligns strategically with AGM Holdings’ long-term expansion plan in the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence and data center market in North America.

Pursuant to the Agreement, Nowlit plans to contribute its existing 50 megawatts (MW) data center assets to AGM Energy Corp. (“AGM Energy” or the “JV”), the Canadian joint venture co-founded by AGM Holdings and Nowlit. Led by Nowlit’s founder, Mr. Ma, the JV is set to expand its capacity significantly. The initial 50MW contribution will enable the data center to host over 6,800 high-performance computing servers, providing an estimated computing power of 2,457 petahashes (P).

AGM Energy aims to develop additional data centers in Canada incrementally over the next two years, adding an average of 20MW per month, with a total projected capacity of 375MW. Additionally, the JV aims to leverage upstream and downstream industry partnerships to enhance computing power. The total computing power capacity of these data centers is expected to reach 18,427P within two years.

This significant milestone underscores AGM Holdings’ commitment to strengthening its market presence in the fast-growing data center sector. By capitalizing on the increasing demand for digital assets and leveraging its expertise in hardware and software solutions, the Company is well-positioned to capture emerging opportunities brought forward by the latest artificial intelligence technology revolution, driving sustainable growth and value creation for its stakeholders.

About NOWLIT Solutions Corp.

Established in 2013, NOWLIT Solutions Corp. is a high performance computing and data center supplier based in Canada. It offers complete solution including all hardware, hosting and initial setup for new and experienced servers. It is also committed to supporting the blockchain ecosystem by offering hardware, software and a variety of solutions and services. It has invested in large-scale oil and gas fields and is involved in the construction and operation of informatization infrastructure such as third-party data center machine rooms and bitcoin mining farms. For more information, please visit https://nowlit.com/.

About AGM Group Holdings Inc.

AGM Group Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: AGMH) is an integrated technology company specializing in the assembling and sales of high-performance hardware and computing equipment. With a mission to become a key participant and contributor in the global blockchain ecosystem, AGMH focuses on the research and development of blockchain-oriented Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) chips, the assembling and sales of high-end crypto miners for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. For more information, please visit www.agmprime.com.

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Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company’s current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as “approximates,” “assesses,” “believes,” “hopes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “projects,” “intends,” “plans,” “will,” “would,” “should,” “could,” “may” or similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company’s registration statement and other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

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SINGAPORE, Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Alchemy Pay, the world-leading fiat-payment gateway, has achieved a significant milestone successfully registering under Visa’s new Ramp Provider Program. This registration, made possible through it’s previously announced partnership with Worldpay, one of the world’s leading payments technology companies, marks a new chapter in Alchemy Pay’s mission to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the crypto global economies.

The Visa Ramp Provider Program, effective in multiple regions including APAC, CEMEA, Europe, LAC (excluding Brazil), the U.S., and Canada, provides a framework for third-party agents (TPAs) to convert fiat currencies into non-fiat currencies like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), and vice versa. This program is an important step forward in Visa’s broader strategy to enhance digital currency adoption and facilitate seamless transactions across its global network.

With this new registration, Alchemy Pay solidifies its role as a key player in the fiat-crypto payments ecosystem, offering solutions to a wide range of clients, from crypto exchanges and wallets to everyday merchants looking to accept digital currencies. As a registered ramp provider, Alchemy Pay is well-positioned to support the growing demand for crypto-to-fiat conversion services, enabling a more streamlined, secure, and efficient payment experience for users worldwide.

Partnership with Worldpay and Authorization by Visa

Alchemy Pay’s collaboration with Worldpay and its authorization by Visa has played a pivotal role in this achievement. In December 2023, Alchemy Pay announced its partnership with Worldpay to enhance its payment capabilities and offer access to Visa and Mastercard’s payment rails via its On & Off-Ramp services. This partnership enables users to buy and sell crypto seamlessly using their credit and debit cards, further improving the customer experience.

Furthermore, Alchemy Pay has been an official service provider under Visa’s Third Party Agent (TPA) Program since January 2023. As part of this recognition and authorization, Alchemy Pay has been able to offer payment-related services to Visa’s clients, further reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in the digital currency space and has been key to its success in completing the Ramp Provider Program registration.

Looking Ahead

“We are incredibly proud to complete registration under Visa’s Ramp Provider Program,” said Ailona Tsik, CMO of Alchemy Pay. “This milestone reflects our commitment to pushing the boundaries of crypto payment solutions and expanding access to digital currencies. Our authorization by Visa, along with our close partnership with Worldpay, will help us serve more merchants and users, enhancing the adoption of crypto payments globally.”

With this new registration, Alchemy Pay is set to play an even larger role in supporting merchants, businesses, and consumers as they navigate the expanding world of digital currencies. This milestone is part of Alchemy Pay’s broader compliance efforts to strengthen its position as a trusted and regulated player in the payments ecosystem. In the same month as this registration, Alchemy Pay also accelerated its compliance efforts by securing four additional Money Transmitter Licenses (MTLs) in the United States, bringing its total to eight licenses. The company has also expanded its licensing and compliance framework across Southeast Asia, Europe, and the UK, ensuring its services meet the highest standards of regulatory oversight globally. By working closely with Visa and Worldpay, Alchemy Pay is poised to provide a smoother and more inclusive payment experience for users worldwide, further accelerating the adoption of crypto payments.

About Alchemy Pay

Founded in Singapore in 2017, Alchemy Pay is a payment gateway that seamlessly connects crypto with traditional fiat currencies for businesses, developers, and end users. With its offerings including On & Off Ramp, Web3 Digital Bank, Crypto Payments and NFT Checkout, Alchemy Pay supports payments in 173 countries.

The Ramp is a one-stop solution to buy and sell crypto and fiat, easily integrated by platforms and dApps according to requirements. Our Web3 Digital Bank supports Web3 enterprises by providing multi-fiat accounts and instant fiat-crypto conversion capabilities. The crypto payment solution enables merchants to accept crypto payments globally, while allowing users to conveniently spend their crypto assets for everyday purchases. ACH is the Alchemy Pay network token on the Ethereum blockchain.

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