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Bloomsbury Publishing expects a "wealth of titles" to keep driving growth this year

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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC (LSE:BMY) founder and chief executive Nigel Newton CBE speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive following the leading independent publishing house's AGM and the release of a trading update for the four months to 30 June 2023. Newton gives an overview of how Bloomsbury has been performing, highlighting a 9% growth in revenues during the reporting period which he attributes to continued strong demand for books as an affordable household expenditure. He lists some of the books that contributed to growth in revenues, which included titles from Peter Frankopan, Louise Kennedy and Sarah J. Maas, before going on to summarise the outcome of the 2023 AGM. He says that Bloomsbury's strong cash position will be used to help drive future growth, with acquisitions possible. In terms of organic growth he anticipates good sales of titles scheduled for publication between now and the end of the calendar year, which will include works by Ann Patchett, Katherine Rundell, and a new illustrated Harry Potter title called "The Wizarding Almanack." Contact Details Proactive UK Ltd +44 20 7989 0813 uk@proactiveinvestors.com

July 25, 2023 07:21 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Gamelancer announces strategic partnership with lifestyle and beauty company 10 PM Curfew

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Gamelancer Media Corp CEO Jon Dwyer joined Steve Darling from Proactive to to announce a significant joint venture agreement with the female lifestyle & beauty company, 10 PM Curfew. This collaboration will provide both companies with unprecedented access to each other's media inventory and audiences. Gamelancer is known for its vast network on TikTok, boasting 40 million followers and 2 billion monthly views, making it the largest gaming network on the platform. On the other hand, 10 PM Curfew brings its own impressive numbers to the table, with 50 million followers and 2 billion monthly views, ranking as the 27th most liked handle on TikTok. The joint venture between Gamelancer Media and 10 PM Curfew creates an exclusive audience of over 91 million followers, generating a staggering 4 billion monthly views. This combined media reach spans two distinct and unique audiences, enabling both companies to offer enhanced opportunities to brands, agencies, and creators looking to expand their campaigns across specific demographics. By bringing together the complementary demographics within each network, Gamelancer Media and 10 PM Curfew aim to foster authentic connections and provide their clients access to an exclusive audience of over 90 million Gen Z and young Millennials. The collaboration sets the foundation for an unparalleled client experience and provides incomparable analytical results. Contact Details Proactive Investors Canada +1 604-688-8158 na-editorial@proactiveinvestors.com

July 24, 2023 12:47 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Doceree bolsters strategy building efforts with latest appointment as company seeks all-round global growth

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Doceree, a leading global platform building solutions for healthcare professionals (HCPs) through programmatic messaging with proprietary data tools, today announced appointment of Kate Miller as Executive Vice President- Strategy in its bid to give the company a strategic uplift across functions and markets, and strengthen its presence in the pharma messaging space, globally. Kate will be responsible for driving key company and functional level strategies to ensure long term growth for Doceree. The appointment comes at a time when the company is aiming to launch some critical industry-first products and features on both supply and demand side that will have immense potential to change the face of current programmatic messaging landscape. An accomplished digital transformation leader with 25 years of experience in shaping digital marketing and digital innovation strategies and solutions for the life sciences industry, with the goal of enabling quantifiable business impact and meaningful customer value, Kate is passionate about translating innovative solutions and concepts into commercially viable strategies with demonstrated impact and repeatable learnings. “Doceree has expanded in terms of both markets and products to suit the unique needs of category stakeholders across various markets. At this stage of growth, we require sharp business and brand-focused strategies that could catapult our brand value in the industry,” said Harshit Jain MD, Founder & Global CEO, Doceree. “We are excited to onboard Kate at a time when she can with her expertise and experience direct us to embrace meaningful changes that can positively impact our business and growth. We look forward to seeing her implement industry-focused learnings to strategic initiatives here and shape Doceree’s future growth trajectory.” Prior to joining Doceree, Kate served as Chief Strategy Officer at Evolution Road, a leading digital marketing and innovation strategic consultancy. She also held roles as Practice Leader and Vice President of Innovation Commercialization. Earlier in her career, Kate worked for Cadient Group (now Cognizant) and Harte-Hanks Interactive, providing digital strategic planning services to pharmaceutical clients. “When I decided it was time to transition from Evolution Road after 15 fantastic years, I wanted to focus my exploration on maturing start-ups in the industry. My professional passion is helping organizations meet strategic objectives that unlock long-term growth,” said Kate Miller. “I was very impressed with Doceree's tremendous growth over the past 3 years, and with the vision, energy and passion that Harshit and his leadership team have for building new solutions to meet the needs of healthcare providers. I am excited to work with, learn from and solve new challenges with this awesome and dynamic team.” About Doceree Doceree is a global platform building unprecedented solutions for HCP programmatic messaging with proprietary data tools. It facilitates messaging between life sciences brands and HCPs through an extensive global network of digital endemic and point-of-care platforms to programmatically deliver personalized communications to physicians and transparent marketing campaign metrics at scale. To learn more, please visit https://doceree.com/ Contact Details Priyanka Bhasin +91 78387 03702 priyanka.bhasin@doceree.com Company Website https://doceree.com/us/

July 24, 2023 07:33 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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NVIDIA Inception Chooses BioSig AI For Innovation In Healthcare AI, An Industry That Is Projected To Reach $272.9 Billion By 2030

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By Faith Ashmore, Benzinga BioSig Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: BSGM) is a groundbreaking medical technology company that specializes in providing precision and accuracy in visualizing intracardiac signals. Recently, their subsidiary, BioSig AI Sciences, Inc. (BAIS), was chosen to join NVIDIA Inception. This prestigious program is designed to partner with companies that are revolutionizing industries through advancements in AI and data sciences. By being a part of NVIDIA Inception, BioSig AI Sciences gains access to valuable resources during critical stages of product development, prototyping and deployment. This includes engineering guidance, technical training, hardware and software support, co-marketing opportunities and exposure to the NVIDIA investment community. Leveraging NVIDIA's (NASDAQ: NVDA) vast array of tools and frameworks, BioSig AI Sciences aims to advance the research and development of its AI medical device platform for the healthcare industry. Ken Londoner, Chairman, CEO and Founder of BioSig, expressed excitement in joining this exclusive group of AI-centric technology companies, sharing “We are thrilled to join an elite group of AI-centric technology companies leading the evolution of machine learning and artificial intelligence across industries. NVIDIA Inception will help advance BioSig’s role in identifying transformational applications of artificial intelligence opportunities in healthcare.” BioSig AI Sciences is currently training its AI platform using electrocardiogram (ECG) and intracardiac electrogram (IECG) data from BioSig's patented PURE EP™ Platform. BioSig reports that this platform has been utilized in over 3,500 procedures and has been featured in peer-reviewed clinical research. By incorporating various data modalities including time series, text, image, video, and other clinically relevant signals, BioSig AI Sciences aims to assist healthcare systems in developing and deploying a comprehensive AI model that can understand structured, semi-structured and unstructured medical data. BioSig’s platform is aligned with the growth of artificial intelligence in the healthcare industry. In 2022, the market for AI in healthcare was valued at around $9.6 billion. However, experts predict that this market will experience a remarkable surge and it is projected to reach $272.9 billion by the year 2030. This growth is expected to occur at an impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 51.9% during the forecast period. BioSig Technologies seems well-positioned to help revolutionize the treatment of cardiovascular arrhythmias. By working closely with renowned physicians, experts and healthcare leaders in the field of electrophysiology (EP), BioSig Technologies is dedicated to tackling some of the most crucial challenges in healthcare, which include saving time, reducing costs and ultimately saving lives. Its latest partnership with NVIDIA seems indicative of the company’s focus on growth. This post contains sponsored content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

July 21, 2023 09:25 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Introduction To Borroe Finance ($ROE): Empowering Web3 Businesses and Content Creators with Instant Funding

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In the rapidly evolving world of Web3, traditional financing methods often fall short when it comes to meeting the unique needs of content creators and businesses operating in this new digital landscape. The traditional invoice or recurring revenue financing platforms are slow, inefficient, and fail to provide the necessary market-fit solutions. However, there is a groundbreaking solution that aims to bridge this gap and revolutionize the way Web3 participants access funding – Borroe Finance ($ROE). Solving The Problem Of Cash Flow Web3 businesses, including NFT artists, writers, musicians, and digital creators, face cash flow challenges due to the nature of their work. Their income streams can be irregular, and they often encounter delays in receiving payments from clients or platforms. Borroe Finance recognizes these challenges and offers an innovative AI-powered funding marketplace designed to generate instant cash flow for content creators and Web3 participants. At its core, Borroe Finance aligns with the principles of Web3, which emphasize equitable value sharing among creators and users. The platform empowers businesses by allowing them to sell future earnings from sources like subscriptions, royalties, and invoices to supportive communities. Through the minting of NFTs representing their future or outstanding invoices, businesses can raise funds by selling them at a discounted price in the Borroe marketplace. One of the key advantages of Borroe Finance is its integration of AI risk assessment, blockchain technology, and efficient payment solutions. This combination ensures a secure and straightforward fundraising process for businesses and content creators. Additionally, the platform fosters a peer-to-peer ecosystem where buyers can easily trade discounted invoice NFTs on secondary markets, promoting liquidity and providing access to a wider range of market participants. Visit Borroe Finance Website Borroe Finance Offers Novel Features Using NFT Technology Borroe Finance offers several key features that make it stand out in the Web3 funding space. First and foremost, it is the world's first Web3 blockchain invoice discounting NFT marketplace, revolutionizing how businesses access funding. Whether they need capital to buy stock, upgrade equipment, invest in marketing, or cover other immediate business needs, Borroe Finance provides instant funding. The platform also boasts a simple fee structure and full cost transparency, ensuring businesses have a clear understanding of the costs involved. Moreover, Borroe Finance introduces NFTs, enabling more market participants to invest in invoices. Buyers have the option to filter invoices based on AI credit ratings, business financial track records, industry, ESG metrics, and more, enabling them to make informed investment decisions. To enhance usability, Borroe Finance offers on- and off-ramp crypto and fiat payment solutions. This means that users can easily convert their cryptocurrencies into traditional fiat currencies or vice versa, providing flexibility and convenience. The platform also incorporates privacy and anonymity features, ensuring the confidentiality of transactions. In terms of security and compliance, Borroe Finance is committed to implementing audit and KYC procedures, further enhancing trust and transparency within the marketplace. By prioritizing security and regulatory compliance, Borroe Finance aims to build a sustainable and reputable platform for all users. Visit Borroe Finance Website Don’t Miss Out On Borroe Finance Presale Investing in Borroe Finance ($ROE) offers numerous benefits. The platform's deflationary token model, coupled with low transaction fees and high scalability, presents an attractive investment opportunity. Moreover, Borroe Finance mitigates risk by incorporating AI risk assessment and providing buyers with access to credit ratings and business financial track records. The funds raised through Borroe Finance's token sale will support the development and launch of the AI-powered funding marketplace. Additionally, the funding will contribute to ongoing marketing and business development efforts, personnel costs, technology development, legal and regulatory expenses, and partnerships. To participate in the $ROE token sale, the platform utilizes Connect Wallet technology, ensuring a seamless and secure registration process for customers. Purchases can be made using various payment methods, including credit or debit cards, ETH, BNB (BEP-20), USDT, USDC, and over 100 other major cryptocurrencies. Visit $ROE Presale In conclusion, Borroe Finance ($ROE) represents a groundbreaking solution for content creators and Web3 businesses seeking instant funding. By leveraging AI, blockchain technology, and efficient payment solutions, Borroe Finance revolutionizes the way businesses access capital while aligning with the principles of Web3. With its innovative features, low-risk investment model, and commitment to user empowerment, Borroe Finance is positioned as one of the top crypto coins to consider for long-term investment. Contact Details Borroe Finance marketing@borroe.finance Company Website https://borroe.finance/

July 21, 2023 08:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

PRCG’s James F. Haggerty Elected President of the Crisis Protection Network

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PRCG | Haggerty LLC is pleased to announce that its CEO and Founder, James F. Haggerty, has been named President of the Crisis Protection Network (CPN), an exclusive worldwide association of senior communications professionals in 16 cities across the globe. Based in New York, Haggerty is an attorney, author, and communications consultant who has served on the CPN board since 2019. Through its network of affiliated professionals, CPN offers expertise in high-stakes issues related to reputation management, legal and regulatory communications, crisis planning and response, and other areas. In addition to leading boutique communications consultancies in major cities around the world, CPN member professionals have prior experience in some of the world’s largest public relations agencies, as well as in corporations, major media outlets, and government. In addition to New York, current members are located in cities that include Atlanta, Brussels, Chiasso, Dublin, Los Angeles, London, Melbourne, Munich, New York, Oslo, Singapore, Sydney, Toronto, and Zurich. “I am honored to lead such a prestigious organization and look forward to continuing my collaboration with some of the best reputation professionals in the world,” Haggerty said. “We live in a time of radical change in communications and information,” he added. “With Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other new technologies altering perception at an elemental level, clients need senior-level communications counselors with the experience and resources to meet existential reputational challenges. That is what our organization is all about.” More information about the Crisis Protection Network can be found at crisis-protection.net. About James F. Haggerty and PRCG | Haggerty LLC Based in New York, PRCG | Haggerty LLC (PRCG) is a premier specialist communications consultancy with a worldwide reputation for the management of sensitive, high-stakes communications challenges. In 2019, PRCG created PRCG | Sports, a sports marketing and public relations brand involved in reputation management, public relations, and sports-related crisis communications. PRCG and its founder, James F. Haggerty, have been repeatedly ranked by Chambers and Partners, the prestigious international directory, as among the top public relations firms in the United States. Chambers has called Haggerty a “powerhouse” who “thinks on a different level,” bringing a “double barrel of legal and media experience” to his work. In 2017, PR News named Haggerty one of “50 Game Changers” of public relations for his work as a “trailblazer” in litigation communications. Major media have also lauded PRCG | Haggerty for providing “sophisticated,” “round-the-clock” global services to clients in crisis and litigation matters. In addition to his work as a communications consultant and attorney, Haggerty is the author of two landmark books on communications: In the Court of Public Opinion: Winning Strategies for Litigation Communications and Chief Crisis Officer: Structure and Leadership for Effective Communications Response, both published by Hart + Harvest Press. Considered the definitive guide to communicating during litigation and other legal matters, In the Court of Public Edition was first published in 2003 to rave reviews—including in the Financial Times, which called the book “the perfect handbook for this age.” 2023 will see the publication of a 20 th anniversary edition of In the Court of Public Opinion, with new information, strategies, and case histories for a brave new world of litigation communications. Chief Crisis Officer: Structure and Leadership for Effective Communications Response has just been released in a new Hart + Harvest paperback edition, with a provocative new preface covering the communications response to the COVID-19 crisis and Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Chief Crisis Officer has been prominently featured in the Harvard Business Review, Fortune, and Entrepreneur, among other publications. For more information about PRCG | Haggerty LLC, visit prcg.com. Contact Details PRCG | Haggerty LLC Juliette Foyle +1 212-683-8100 jfoyle@prcg.com Company Website https://www.crisis-protection.net/

July 20, 2023 11:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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DigiToads' TOADS up 370% as Ethereum Bulls Aim For This Key Price Level

Blockchain Digest

DigiToads (TOADS) is an interesting cryptocurrency that has experienced a parabolic rise to rank among the top-performing tokens in 2023. Emerging as a formidable contender to leading meme coins like Dogecoin (DOGE), its native token, TOADS, has experienced an exponential 370% surge in value, leaving investors scrambling to partake in the token. TOADS has undoubtedly become the talk of the town, captivating seasoned traders and newcomers. As bullish sentiment fills the crypto market, Ethereum's (ETH) ongoing bullish momentum has ignited speculation that its target is set at a key price level and could deliver higher prices. Ethereum has now caught the attention of enthusiasts and market participants alike with an impressive rally and the potential to rally to new highs. This article details the growth of TOADS and Ethereum's bullish target. Visit DigiToads Presale DigiToads' (TOADS) 370% Rally Confirms Its Potential To Deliver Exponential Returns Investors seeking to invest in the best ICO need not look any further than the incredible opportunity presented by the DigiToads presale. Savvy investors are already securing their spots aboard the DigiToads platform, fully aware that the value of the TOADS token is set to skyrocket after the upcoming tenth round of the presale. With the DigiToads presale approaching a thrilling climax, TOADS tokens are currently available for a mere $0.047 each. Considering its astonishing leap from the initial price of $0.01 during the first presale round, the cryptocurrency has delivered an impressive return of 370%. And there's more to come, as it is projected to max out at an additional 17% when it launches. Analysts have affirmed that DigiToads is the best crypto investment, with colossal profits awaiting investors after TOADS's upcoming decentralized exchange listing. On August 21st, 2023, TOADS will debut on two leading exchanges, Uniswap and BitMart, further increasing buying pressure and overall exposure. This could drive TOADS to reach milestone highs in the coming months. Both gamers and investors fixate on DigiToads as the best crypto investment. The reason for this keen interest lies in the fact that multiple industry giants have witnessed the innovation of DigiToads, and they confidently predict that its future growth will be nothing short of astronomical. The recent release of its NFT collection is a testament to DigiToads' potential, with multiple Web3 experts touting them as the best NFTs to invest in. Experienced investors are well aware of the impact that comes with the integration of in-demand technologies like the best NFTs to invest in and a highly anticipated play-to-earn game. They understand that prices can explode in a short time. Therefore, it is advisable to take advantage of this best ICO opportunity and acquire as many TOADS as possible before its subsequent price increase. Visit DigiToads Presale Ethereum (ETH) On The Climb Towards Higher Prices Ethereum has been bullish, breaking past the $2000 mark and reaching new heights. This impressive surge in price has been attributed to various factors, including the significant increase in on-chain activity and the overall bullish sentiment surrounding ETH. The unwavering support from prominent investors, known as whales, has further fueled the upward momentum of Ethereum. Despite experiencing a slight retracement after surpassing the $2000 resistance level, ETH remains optimistic in the eyes of analysts. Many experts predict that if the cryptocurrency can sustain its current level of whale activity and continue delivering positive developments, it has the potential to rally toward key price levels. They specifically anticipate Ethereum to target its previous yearly high of $2140 and even surpass it, potentially soaring to hit a new annual high of $2200 psychological level. Visit DigiToads Presale Conclusion As Ethereum continues to display bullish tendencies, the market's response to its recent performance has been encouraging, with traders eagerly anticipating its next move to key levels. Similarly, DigiToads' performance has been extraordinary in the crypto market. With an impressive 370% surge in value and a rapidly approaching listing on decentralized exchanges, TOADS could outperform crypto giants in the coming months. Join the DigiToads presale now and be part of one of the most significant crypto movements in 2023. Visit DigiToads Presale Mint DigiToads NFTs Here Buy DigiToads NFTs on OpenSea Join the community Contact Details Blockchain Digest Team noreply@blockchaindigest.net Company Website http://blockchaindigest.net

July 19, 2023 07:05 PM Eastern Daylight Time

‘AI Can’t Replace Creativity’ finds Freelancer.com’s latest job trends report

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Freelancer.com (ASX: FLN) (OTCQX: FLNCF), the world’s largest freelancing marketplace by number of users and jobs posted, today released new figures revealing a surge in freelance creative writing jobs, growth in business marketing activities, and an increase in on-site photography and videography gigs. The Fast 50 Q2 2023 report, a quarterly dataset ranking the fastest growing and falling jobs on the platform, analyzed over 280,000 jobs posted to Freelancer.com between April and June 2023. According to the data, the fastest growing freelance jobs by percentage growth in Q2 2023 were: 1. Creative Writing - up 58% (from 1,868 to 2,961 jobs) 2. User Interface Design - up 52% (from 2,017 to 3,075 jobs) 3. Twitter Marketing - up 41% from (1,650 to 2,334 jobs) 4. Photography - up 40% from (2,101 to 2,945 jobs) 5. Writing (Microsoft Word) - up 38% (from 3,175 to 4,401 jobs) While the world debates whether AI will take human jobs or not, and therefore dramatically hit the labor indexes, the latest figures reviewed by Freelancer.com’s data science team revealed interest for freelance writing jobs are increasing on the platform over the last quarter. Other writing related skills also saw growth across the quarter, including Copy Typing (up 31.2%, 4,867 to 6,389 jobs) and Ghostwriting (up 22.8%, 5,212 to 6,404 jobs). Other jobs which have been deemed as ‘at risk’ of being automated by AI, such as data entry, have also seen an increase over the quarter. Projects for Data Processing were up 21% (from 9,076 to 11,024 jobs) and projects requiring Excel as a skill also saw a 15% increase (from 13,246 to 15,301 total job postings). “AI can’t replace creativity yet. While workers and businesses are benefiting from productivity gains offered by generative AI, the data suggests that the technology in its current form isn’t able to replace creative work. We saw a similar trend occur in the first quarter of the year, as creative design jobs were flourishing despite interest for generative AI tripling,” said Matt Barrie, Chief Executive at Freelancer.com. The Fast 50 Q2 2023 report also reveals an increase in businesses investing heavily in freelance marketing support. This trend comes off the back of an unprecedented rise in jobs usually associated with the creation of new businesses and new ventures as found in the Fast 50 Q1 2023 report. In addition to Twitter Marketing ranking as the third fastest growing job, growth also surged for the following marketing skills: ● Search Engine Marketing (SEO) - up 26% (from 1,840 to 2,328 jobs) ● Sales - up 23% (from 2,614 to 3,233 jobs) ● Marketing - up 19% (from 8,269 to 9,867 jobs) ● Social Media Marketing - up 16% (from 6,524 to 7,574 jobs) ● Facebook Marketing - up 14% (from 5,602 to 6,410 jobs) Marketing jobs are some of the highest earning on the platform per project. Projects seeking SEO experts typically pay US$2,231 per project. General marketing jobs on average pay US$1,422 per project, while Social Media Marketing pays $584 per project. Local jobs, which is where employers hiring freelancers in their local area to do service or physical-based jobs, are growing across the platform by 37%, from 2,122 to 2,905 total projects. The two key drivers for growth for these types of jobs relate to Photography and Videography which are up by 40% (from 2,101 to 2,945) and 32% (from 3,095 to 4,097), respectively. On average, projects for Videography attract US$70 per hour. Fastest Falling Jobs of Q2 2023 The most significant declining trend observed in the Q2 2023 report shows that employers are easing their interest for tech and IT related skills. The Fast 50 report for Q3 2022 highlighted significant growth in a number of highly specialized and niche tech skills, such as software development, android app development, programming, and others. The catalyst for demand being global mass layoffs and hiring freezes across the tech sector towards the end of 2022. The latest Fast 50 Q2 2023 data shows interest for niche tech skills is beginning to slow down, with software development (down 28%, from 1,308 to 942), API (down 26%, from 1,516 to 1,109), iOS Development (down 26%, from 1,220 to 894) and Microsoft SQL Server (down 25%, from 1,309 to 975) all decreasing over the last quarter. Easing of these types of skills also aligns with Layoff.fyi’s tech layoff tracker also showing a reduction in the number of layoffs occurring globally. Fast 50 Q1 2023 - Data Analysis Relief For Writers As Data Suggests AI Can’t Replace Creativity The main trend from the Freelancer.com Fast 50 Q2 2023 report shows freelance writing jobs, specifically those seeking journalists and editors, increasing on the platform over the last quarter. Despite having access to freely available generative AI tools, employers are turning to on-demand freelancers to help write creative content for their websites and blogs. Creative Writing jobs were the number one fastest growing job on Freelancer.com in Q2, growing 58% from 1,868 to 2,961 jobs posted. Other writing related skills, such as Writing (Microsoft Word) (up 38.6%, 3,175 to 4,401 jobs), Copy Typing (up 31.2%, 4,867 to 6,389 jobs) and Ghostwriting (up 22.8%, 5,212 to 6,404 jobs), also saw an increase over the quarter. Interestingly, other skills which experts predict will be overtaken by AI are also increasing on the freelancing platform. Data processing grew by 21%, from 9,076 to 11,024 in Q2. Jobs with Excel as a key skill also increased by 15.5%, from 13,246 to 15,301 jobs. Data entry recently ranked as the World’s Most Boring Job in Freelancer.com ’s global survey measuring attitudes towards work. Data entry is also one of the most popular jobs that employers tend to delegate to on-demand freelancers. Businesses Focus On Growth, Following Startup Boom, By Investing In Marketing Jobs seeking Sales experts grew 23.6% and Business Analysis increased by 21.4% over the last quarter. This is another indication that businesses are focusing heavily on growth and strategy alongside promotion. In Q1 2023, Freelancer.com observed an unprecedented rise in jobs usually associated with the creation of new businesses and new ventures. This was apparent with projects for logo design, corporate identity design and eCommerce all growing simultaneously and aligning with new business formation statistics released by the US Census. While there isn’t data supporting another rise in new businesses in Q2 2023, what Freelancer.com is seeing is businesses now doubling down on marketing, sales and social media efforts to increase business. This aligns with global trends of big consumer brands, such as ones reported in Australia, slashing their marketing spend and look towards more self-driven or low budget or organic marketing efforts. Twitter Marketing, which ranks third in the most in-demand skills for Q2 2023 after growing 41% over the quarter, is growing to become a popular option for businesses looking for social media support. Social Media Marketing as a skill increased by 16% and Facebook Marketing increased by 14%. Marketing, as a skill generally, is up 19.3%, growing from 8,269 to 9,867 total jobs in Q2. Classic marketing tactics such as Search Engine Marketing (SEO) and Web Search grew by 26% and 21%, respectively. SEO and Web Search are both budget friendly ways for businesses to maintain a competitive advantage in search engines results. A similar trend was observed in the Q3 2022 as many tech companies began mass layoffs and cut Search Engine Marketing spend as a way to reduce marketing spend. As a result, Freelancer.com observed growth in SEO related projects or social media marketing as both are cost effective marketing strategies. Jobs seeking Sales experts grew 23.6% and Business Analysis increased by 21.4% over the last quarter. This is another indication that businesses are focusing heavily on growth and strategy alongside promotion. Demand For Tech Jobs Slows Down As Layoffs Reduce Worldwide Freelancer.com is beginning to see interest for niche tech and IT related skills reduce on the platform. A sudden surge in technology related skills was observed all throughout 2022, however, was largely apparent in the Fast 50 report for Q3 2022 which saw a significant increase in jobs relating to niche IT-related projects all being driven by a surge in tech layoffs. The latest figures from the Fast 50 report for Q2 2023 shows interest is beginning to slow down as 16 of the top 25 fastest falling jobs are related to tech, which are the same jobs which climbed heavily towards the end of last year. Software Development, which had sustained growth quarter-on-quarter throughout 2022, saw a decline of 28% from 1,308 to 942 jobs. Projects requiring API as a skill are down 26% (from 1,516 to 1,109) and iOS Development jobs are also down 26% (from 1,220 to 894). Location-Based Photography & Videography Jobs Are Booming Local Jobs are a specific type of job which are location based and are specific to a location. These jobs are typically service or physical jobs, such as local pick up, delivery, photography, gardening or cleaning services. This quarter saw Local Jobs grow by 37%, from 2,122 to 2,905. The two key drivers for growth for these types of jobs relate to Photography and Videography which are up by 40% (from 2,101 to 2,945) and 32% (from 3,095 to 4,097), respectively. Visual content will always be in-demand for any business, regardless of size. Whether it’s capturing an event or shooting footage to use for ads, real-life imagery will always be an important part of promoting businesses. ##### Freelancer Fast 50 The Freelancer Fast 50 report is the world’s largest forward indicator of trends in online jobs related to industries, technologies, products, and companies. The data is based on 280,000 jobs posted to the Freelancer platform between April 1 to June 30 2023. Fast 50 Q2 2023 Data About Freelancer Freelancer.com is the world’s largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace by total number of users and projects posted. More than 67 million registered users have posted over 22.7 million projects and contests to date in over 2,000 areas as diverse as website development, logo design, marketing, copywriting, aerospace engineering and manufacturing. Freelancer also owns Escrow.com and Loadshift. Freelancer Limited is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN and is quoted on OTCQX Best Market under the ticker FLNCF. Contact Details Freelancer.com Marko Zitko +61 404 574 830 marko@freelancer.com

July 19, 2023 12:53 PM Eastern Daylight Time

Will A US-China Trade War Affect Access To EV Batteries? Arianne Phosphate’s (OTCQX: DRRSF) Answer Is Reshoring Production Of This Key Mineral

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By David Willey, Benzinga Tensions appear to be flaring up again between China and the United States, as the Chinese government restricts the export of two critical metals, germanium and gallium. These metals are key strategic resources that are used in semiconductors, solar panels, and even military applications. Restrictions on exporting these metals have been made in the interest of national security, according to China’s Commerce Ministry. 60% of the global supply of germanium and 80% of the global supply of gallium comes from China, which indicates the fragility of certain supply chains and the importance of establishing onshore supplies of critical resources. Another product that could be threatened by fragile supply chains is lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. Currently, 30% of EV batteries are LFP, and because of the advantages offered by LFP, it is predicted that this chemical compound will make up the majority of EV batteries by 2028. However, 90% of LFP batteries are currently made in China, meaning this supply chain could be vulnerable to disruptions. A key component of LFP batteries is phosphate, a natural mineral that has a wide range of applications, including in agriculture, animal feeds, cosmetics and advanced battery technology. The market size for LFP batteries was $17 billion in 2023, and it is predicted to reach $35.5 billion by 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 15% over 2023-2028. Historically, global demand for phosphate increases by 2% or 3% every year, with demand primarily driven by its use in the agricultural sector. However, as companies like Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) and Ford (NYSE: F) invest in the adoption of LFP batteries, demand for phosphate will likely grow at a considerably higher rate fueled by its role in battery technology. Bringing Phosphate Home Among the lessons countries have learned from the pandemic is the fact that more diverse supply chains with domestic production produce greater supply chain resilience. Now, with restrictions like the ones China has placed on the metals gallium and germanium, companies may look again at ways to reshore or find friendly supplies of other critical resources, as well. That is why Canadian phosphate mining company Arianne Phosphate Inc. (OTCQX: DRRSF) hopes to solidify supply chains by providing Western economies with stable and secure access to phosphate. Arianne Phosphate owns the Lac à Paul project – approximately 27,000 hectares of land in Quebec with enough resources to support over 50 years of mining operations. The project has acquired all the necessary permits and is construction ready. Arianne Phosphate reports that the project is located in a mining and investment-friendly jurisdiction, which could prove an advantage for the company as it develops the single largest greenfield deposit of phosphate. The project is an igneous deposit, meaning it produces a higher phosphate concentration than 90% of the world’s phosphate, including over 78 million tons of high-grade phosphate. With some off-take and marketing agreements already in place, Arianne Phosphate believes it is positioned to provide a reliable onshore supply of phosphate to support the growing LFP sector in North America and Western Europe. Learn more about Arianne Phosphate by visiting its website. This post contains sponsored content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

July 19, 2023 09:15 AM Eastern Daylight Time