Nuxeo Recognized as a “Strong Performer” in Digital Asset Management by Independent Research Firm

May 23, 2018, 9:46 am

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Analyst Research Cites Focus on Next-Generation DAM Capabilities and Strong Product Roadmap; Credits Nuxeo for Strength in Scalability, Workflows and Approvals

NEW YORK, May 23, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nuxeo, the leading cloud-native Content Services Platform, today announced the company has been recognized as a “Strong Performer” in The Forrester Wave™: Digital Asset Management for Customer Experience, Q2 2018, an evaluation of top Digital Asset Management (DAM) vendors by Forrester Research Inc., a leading global research and advisory firm.The Forrester Wave™: Digital Asset Management, Q2 2018 identifies and evaluates 13 of the most significant DAM vendors based on a 30-point criteria including strategy, current offering, and market presence.

The digital asset management market is growing because more application development and delivery (AD&D) professionals see content organization and delivery as a way to address their top challenges. This market growth is in large part due to the fact that AD&D pros increasingly trust DAM providers to act as strategic partners, advising them on top content decisions.

According to the Wave report, “[Nuxeo’s] strategy focuses on not just foundational improvements, but also next-generation capabilities that prioritize omnichannel delivery and content atomization. Its strong and detailed product road map focuses on improving or building integrations with project management, productivity, WCM, and video products.” Forrester also acknowledged Nuxeo’s reliable core capabilities and strengths in scalability, workflow, and approvals.

“We believe the Forrester research team is hearing the same refrain that we hear from our customers in consumer goods, retail technology, media, and financial services: the right DAM solution that can connect seamlessly with existing systems and repositories is a huge benefit to the business and employees who are frequently looking for existing content to reuse,” said Eric Barroca, CEO of Nuxeo. “We’re pleased to debut as a ‘Strong Performer,’ which we believe speaks to the maturity of our open-source platform and the value of a repository-neutral approach.”

*About Nuxeo:*
Nuxeo, developer of the leading, cloud-native Content Services Platform, is reinventing digital asset management (DAM) and enterprise content management (ECM). Nuxeo is fundamentally changing how people work with both data and content to realize new value from digital information. Its cloud-native platform has been deployed by large enterprises, mid-sized businesses and government agencies worldwide. Customers like Verizon, Electronic Arts, ABN Amro, and the Department of Defense have used Nuxeo's technology to transform the way they do business. Founded in 2008, the company is based in New York with offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Learn more at www.nuxeo.com.

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EY Announces Eric M. Elfman of Onit Entrepreneur of The Year® 2018 Award Finalist in the Gulf Coast Area

May 23, 2018, 10:06 am

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HOUSTON, May 23, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EY today announced that Eric M. Elfman of Onit is a finalist for the Entrepreneur of The Year® 2018 Award in the Gulf Coast Area. The awards program recognizes entrepreneurs who are excelling in areas such as innovation, financial performance and personal commitment to their businesses and communities. Eric was selected as a finalist by a panel of independent judges. Award winners will be announced at a special gala event on June 14, 2018, at the Marriott Marquis Houston. “Being an Entrepreneur of the Year regional finalist is a distinct honor for me and a tribute to our dedication and hard work at Onit,” said Eric M. Elfman. “It’s highly energizing for all of our team members here and abroad, and the recognition couldn’t come at a better time in our company’s growth trajectory.”

A previous winner in 2002, Eric was named the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award in the emerging technology category when he was the CEO of Datacert (now Wolters Kluwer ELM Solutions).

Now in its 32nd year, the program has expanded to recognize business leaders in more than 145 cities and more than 60 countries throughout the world. Regional award winners are eligible for consideration for the Entrepreneur of The Year National competition. Award winners in several national categories, as well as the Entrepreneur of The Year National Overall Award winner, will be announced at the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Awards gala in Palm Springs, California, on November 17, 2018. The awards are the culminating event of the Strategic Growth Forum®, the nation’s most prestigious gathering of high-growth, market-leading companies.

*About Entrepreneur of The Year®*
Entrepreneur Of The Year®, founded by EY, is the world’s most prestigious business awards program for entrepreneurs, chosen from an independent panel of judges including entrepreneurs and prominent leaders from business, finance, and the local community. The program makes a difference through the way it encourages entrepreneurial activity among those with potential and recognizes the contribution of people who inspire others with their vision, leadership and achievement. As the first and only truly global awards program of its kind, Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates those who are building and leading successful, growing and dynamic businesses, recognizing them through regional, national and global awards programs in more than 145 cities and more than 60 countries. ey.com/eoy

*About Onit*
Onit is the leading provider of Enterprise Legal Management (ELM) solutions for the 21st century. Brought to you by the same team that created Spend Management a generation ago, Onit is transforming the way legal departments drive operational and process improvements. By focusing on process, Onit’s solutions help customers drive tremendous gains in efficiency, accelerate transaction velocity and reduce costs. For more information, visit www.onit.com or contact 1-800-281-1330. Reported by GlobeNewswire 57 minutes ago.

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Italy to auction 5G frequencies by end-September

May 23, 2018, 10:23 am

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MILAN (Reuters) - Italy's communications regulator AGCOM said on Wednesday the government would auction frequencies for fifth-generation mobile services in September, in a move it expects to raise at least 2.5 billion euros ($2.9 billion) for state coffers. Reported by Reuters 40 minutes ago.

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Venus Medtech's strategic investment in Keystone Heart deepens the technical layout of cerebral embolic protection market

May 23, 2018, 10:59 am

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HANGZHOU, China, May 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- China Venus Medtech (Hangzhou) Inc. announced a partnership agreement for strategic investment and authorization with Keystone Heart. This agreement will grant Venus Medtech the right to exclusively develop, manufacture and sell the 3rd generation TriGUARD 3™ device and the next generation of cerebral embolic protection device in China and other major Asian markets. In March, 2017, Venus Medtech announced a partnership agreement to promote Venus Medtech's TAVR system, VenusA-Valve, in combination with Keystone Heart's 1^st generation TriGuard™ Cerebral Embolic Protection Device in China and other major Asian markets. This new agreement shows that Venus Medtech further deepens its technical layout in the market of cerebral embolic protection and strengthens the strategic cooperation with Keystone Heart.

In February 2017, the association of neuroscience research (NeuroARC) officially issued guidelines to establish and provide standardized neurological endpoints for vascular clinical trials. The guide is published in the Journal of the American Cardiology and the European Heart Journal, and the guide also points out that more and more evidence shows "recessive" brain damage in patients receiving transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and other cardiovascular surgery. This issue has been particularly prominent over the past 5 years. A total of 13 studies conducted in the US and Europe show that about 80% of patients develop new brain injury after TAVR. The NeuroTAVR study showed that 94% of the patients had new brain lesions after TAVR, and 22.6% of the patients had a new nerve injury after TAVR, and 41% of the patients had neurocognitive impairment within 30 days.

Eric Zi, co-founder and CEO of Venus Medtech said, "Venus Medtech is not solely focused on transcatheter valve products. We care about the entire TAVR procedure, the associated complications and overall patient's quality of life. The partnership with Keystone heart will make Venus Medtech the only provider for the holistic treatment encompassing "cerebral embolic protection - balloon - valve" in the global TAVR field. The further cooperation confirms the determination to provide a total solution, and again expresses confidence in the application of innovative technologies."

Chris Richardson, president and CEO of Keystone Heart, LTD commented, "By deepening the partnership with China's leading Heart Valve company, patients in this important geographic market are ensured access to innovative and future generations of cerebral embolic protection technologies from Keystone Heart."

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) is a minimally invasive procedure conducted to repair a diseased aortic valve. With the increasing incidence of valvular degenerative lesions in the elderly, aortic valve calcification stenosis has become a common valvular heart disease in the elderly group. This group is severely symptomatic, suffers from poor recovery after surgery and presents a high mortality rate. For patients with high/intermediate -risk or with surgical contraindications, TAVR can be used as an effective treatment, with clear advantages of minimal trauma and quick recovery. Avoiding the risk of traditional open-chest surgery and cardiopulmonary bypass, TAVR is able to bring hope of rebirth to this group of patients.

China is the emerging market for TAVR procedure. VenusA-Valve, independently researched and developed by Venus Medtech, obtained CFDA's registration certificate in April 2017. It achieved the milestone as the first ever transcatheter aortic valve implant approved for commercial use in China. Experts estimate that more than 10,000 TAVR surgeries will be performed by 2020. And that the overall market will grow at a rate of 30% to 50% per year.

*About Venus Medtech (Hangzhou) Inc.*

Established in 2009, located in Hangzhou, Venus Medtech is committed to the technological development and commercial application of minimal invasive solutions for heart valves diseases. Venus Medtech is fully dedicated to research and development and boasts two leading technologies in the world: the pre-loading transcatheter valve system and the self-expanding transcatheter pulmonary valve system. The company has conducted a number of innovative studies and experiments, pioneering the clinical research in the field of transcatheter valve, implanting and testing Chinese heart valve devices in Europe, and establishing a heart valve Institute in China. For more information, visit http://www.venusmedtech.com/.

*About Keystone Heart *

Keystone Heart Ltd. is a medical device company developing and manufacturing cerebral embolic protection devices intended to reduce the risk of stroke, neurocognitive degeneration, and dementia caused by cerebral damage associated with cardiovascular procedures. Headquartered in Israel; Keystone Heart is dedicated to advancing patient care through innovative technology and clinical research. For more information, please visit: www.keystoneheart.com. Reported by PR Newswire Asia 5 minutes ago.

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Acer’s new Swift 5 cuts down on bezels with a bigger 15.6-inch screen

May 23, 2018, 10:15 am

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Acer’s new Swift 5 cuts down on bezels with a bigger 15.6-inch screen

Acer has just announced a new, updated version of its Swift 5 laptop, which follows the trend of 2018 laptops by cutting down on bezels. The company is swapping out the old 14-inch screen from previous models for a new 15.6-inch 1080p display that offers an 87.6 percent screen-to-body ratio.

Also new on the updated Swift 5 is the latest eighth-generation Intel processor, and a slimmed-down design, built from a magnesium and aluminum alloy. As for specs, the Swift 5 is configurable with up to 1TB of SSD storage and 16GB of RAM, although there are no details as to what the base configurations are or what specific processors Acer will be offering. On the port side of things, the Swift 5 offers two USB-C ports, two USB 3.1 Type-A ports, an... Reported by The Verge 48 minutes ago.

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Upstarts emerge to chase Tesla’s lead in electric vehicles

May 23, 2018, 10:49 am

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A slew of well-funded new entrants backed by massive amounts of capital are chasing Tesla’s lead in an effort to power the next generation of the electric vehicle industry. Electric vehicle startups have raised more than $2 billion in the U.S. over the first months of 2018 alone, a huge increase over the $650 million […] Reported by TechCrunch 15 minutes ago.

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New consolidated identity system simplifies access to enterprise systems

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Employee experience platform Sapho is announcing a new identity solution to simplify how employees authenticate into systems and access their data and daily workflows. Sapho's patent-pending Consolidated Identity system means employees can access what they need from a variety of applications without having to go into each application separately. This technology, created by Sapho co-founder and CTO Peter Yared, represents the next generation of Yared's federated identity system which has been in use since the early 2000s. But where federated identity is based on a loose trust model between an individual's identity provider account and the service provider, consolidated identity… [Continue Reading] Reported by betanews 3 hours ago.

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Genmab Announces Topline Results in Phase III study of Arzerra® in Indolent Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma

May 24, 2018, 7:24 am

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*Company Announcement*

· *Topline results from Phase III study in iNHL did not meet primary endpoint of improved progression-free survival *

*Copenhagen, Denmark; May 24, 2018 –** Genmab A/S (Nasdaq Copenhagen: GEN) announced today that topline results from the Phase III study of Arzerra^® (ofatumumab) plus bendamustine did not meet the primary endpoint of improved progression-free survival (PFS) in patients with indolent B-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (iNHL) who were unresponsive to rituximab or a rituximab-containing regimen, compared to those given bendamustine alone. *The safety profile observed in this study was consistent with that observed in other trials of ofatumumab and no new safety signals were observed.

“We are disappointed that the ofatumumab treatment regimen did not meet the primary endpoint in this trial. The completion of this Phase III study, which began in 2010, would not have been possible without the generous participation of the patients and their families, and we are most grateful for this. The full data will be submitted for publication at a future medical conference and we hope that these will provide a better understanding of this result,” said Jan van de Winkel, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Genmab.

The results from this Phase III study do not impact any other ongoing studies with ofatumumab.

*About the study (COMPLEMENT A+B)*
The study is an open-label, two-arm, randomized, Phase III study that included 346 patients with indolent B-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma who were unresponsive to rituximab or a rituximab-containing regimen. Patients in the study were randomized 1:1 to treatment with up to eight cycles of bendamustine given in combination with 12 doses of ofatumumab (1,000 mg) or up to eight cycles with bendamustine alone. The primary endpoint of the study was PFS.

Ofatumumab is not approved for the treatment of indolent non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.

*About Ofatumumab (**Arzerra^®)*
Ofatumumab is a human monoclonal antibody that is designed to target the CD20 molecule found on the surface of normal B lymphocytes and on B cell malignancies (including chronic lymphocytic leukemia and non-Hodgkin’s lymphomas).

In the United States, Arzerra is approved for use in combination with chlorambucil for the treatment of previously untreated patients with CLL for whom fludarabine-based therapy is considered inappropriate, in combination with fludarabine and cyclophosphamide for the treatment of patients with relapsed CLL and for extended treatment of patients who are in complete or partial response after at least two lines of therapy for recurrent or progressive CLL. In the European Union, Arzerra is approved for use in combination with chlorambucil or bendamustine for the treatment of patients with CLL who have not received prior therapy and who are not eligible for fludarabine-based therapy and in combination with fludarabine and cyclophosphamide for adult patients with relapsed CLL. In more than 60 countries worldwide, including the United States and EU member countries, Arzerra is also indicated as monotherapy for the treatment of patients with CLL who are refractory after prior treatment with fludarabine and alemtuzumab. On January 22, 2018, it was announced that Novartis intends to transition Arzerra for the treatment of CLL indications from commercial availability to limited availability via compassionate use programs in non-U.S. markets.

Please see full Prescribing Information, including Boxed WARNING for Arzerra (ofatumumab).

Arzerra is marketed under a collaboration agreement between Genmab and Novartis. A subcutaneous formulation of ofatumumab is also being investigated in two Phase III clinical studies in relapsing multiple sclerosis.

*About Genmab *
Genmab is a publicly traded, international biotechnology company specializing in the creation and development of differentiated antibody therapeutics for the treatment of cancer. Founded in 1999, the company has two approved antibodies, DARZALEX^® (daratumumab) for the treatment of certain multiple myeloma indications, and Arzerra^® (ofatumumab) for the treatment of certain chronic lymphocytic leukemia indications. Daratumumab is in clinical development for additional multiple myeloma indications, other blood cancers, and solid tumors. A subcutaneous formulation of ofatumumab is in development for relapsing multiple sclerosis. Genmab also has a broad clinical and pre-clinical product pipeline. Genmab's technology base consists of validated and proprietary next generation antibody technologies - the DuoBody^® platform for generation of bispecific antibodies, and the HexaBody^® platform which creates effector function enhanced antibodies. The company intends to leverage these technologies to create opportunities for full or co-ownership of future products. Genmab has alliances with top tier pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. For more information visit www.genmab.com.

*Contact:
*Rachel Curtis Gravesen, Senior Vice President, Investor Relations & Communications
T: +45 33 44 77 20; M: +45 25 12 62 60; E: rcg@genmab.com

This Company Announcement contains forward looking statements. The words “believe”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “intend” and “plan” and similar expressions identify forward looking statements. Actual results or performance may differ materially from any future results or performance expressed or implied by such statements. The important factors that could cause our actual results or performance to differ materially include, among others, risks associated with pre-clinical and clinical development of products, uncertainties related to the outcome and conduct of clinical trials including unforeseen safety issues, uncertainties related to product manufacturing, the lack of market acceptance of our products, our inability to manage growth, the competitive environment in relation to our business area and markets, our inability to attract and retain suitably qualified personnel, the unenforceability or lack of protection of our patents and proprietary rights, our relationships with affiliated entities, changes and developments in technology which may render our products obsolete, and other factors. For a further discussion of these risks, please refer to the risk management sections in Genmab’s most recent financial reports, which are available on www.genmab.com. Genmab does not undertake any obligation to update or revise forward looking statements in this Company Announcement nor to confirm such statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances after the date made or in relation to actual results, unless required by law.

Genmab A/S and/or its subsidiaries own the following trademarks: Genmab^®; the Y-shaped Genmab logo^®; Genmab in combination with the Y-shaped Genmab logo^®; HuMax^®; DuoBody^®; DuoBody in combination with the DuoBody logo^®; HexaBody^®; HexaBody in combination with the HexaBody logo^®; and UniBody^®. Arzerra^® is a trademark of Novartis AG or its affiliates. DARZALEX^® is a trademark of Janssen Pharmaceutica NV.

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Vlad Jr. on cusp of shaking up AL East

May 24, 2018, 8:35 am

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The 2018 MLB Draft is less than two weeks away, which means the focus will soon shift to the next generation of talent, but there are already some top prospects knocking on the door the in the American League East. Reported by MLB.com 3 hours ago.

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Valence Surface Technologies Wichita Facility Continues Industry Leading Growth Path

May 24, 2018, 7:31 am

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These capital investments in capacity, leading edge technology and environmentally friendly systems have improved productivity, reduce supply chain costs, shortened lead times, mitigated risk and led to greater customer value.

The Woodlands, Texas (PRWEB) May 24, 2018

One year after winning the prestigious Airbus Supplier Engagement Award, Valence Surface Technologies "Valence" announces an additional expansion at its market leading facility in Wichita, Kansas. These investments are being made to ensure Valence maintains market leading position as Aerospace volumes increase and to ensure sufficient capacity for the recent award of numerous SpaceX Approvals at the facility.

Based on the Wichita facility’s record setting growth rates achieved over the past 12 months, Valence is making some significant changes to increase capacity, reduce its already industry leading turnaround times and to drive significant improvement in cost productivity.

As a part of facility expansion, Valence is adding an entirely new processing line with the capability to process parts up to 14 feet in length and a new and significantly larger process water generation and recovery system. Additionally, the air handling systems are being upgraded so each building maintains positive pressure and enhanced environmental controls that ensure market leading quality rates are maintained while volumes increase.

In addition to the facility expansion and increased capacity, Valence continues to gain leverage from its focus on Lean Manufacturing. Improvements include dedicated work cells for the highest volume programs, re-designed digital masking systems with enhanced lighting, redesigned storage bins to free up floor space and a completely reconfigured NDT operation that increased capacity by 300%.

Tracy Glende, Valence Chief Executive Officer, commented, “These additional investments once again demonstrate Valence’s complete commitment to the Aerospace and Defense Supply Chain. Along with these additional capital investments, we continue to gain new approvals and drive cost productivity from our Lean Initiatives to ensure we remain cost competitive while maintaining our industry-leading quality and delivery performance.”

About Valence Surface Technologies
Valence Surface Technologies is the world’s largest independent provider of Aerospace and Defense product finishing services. With 11 locations, 700,000+ sq. ft. of manufacturing space, and over 2,500 unique industry approvals, Valence processes more than 16 million parts per year. In addition to being Nadcap accredited, all Valence sites provide specialized metal processing and product finishing services to a diversified set of fast-growing commercial aerospace, defense, and space/satellite markets.

About Trive Capital
Trive Capital is a Dallas, Texas-based private equity firm investing in equity and debt securities with approximately $2 Billion in capital under management. Trive focuses on investing in what it sees as strategically viable middle-market companies with the potential for transformational upside through operational improvement. Reported by PRWeb 4 hours ago.

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Ireland split on 'once-in-a-generation' abortion vote

May 24, 2018, 7:37 am

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On Friday Irish voters go to the polls to decide whether to maintain one of Europe’s most restrictive abortion regimes. Currently the country honors a near-total ban on the procedure. Gavan Reilly reports from Dublin. Reported by Deutsche Welle 4 hours ago.

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BRD Raises $32 Million To Accelerate Growth Of New Blockchain-Enabled Financial Services Platform

May 24, 2018, 8:04 am

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BRD partners with Changelly to offer ERC20 token trading; launches first rewards and loyalty program in the crypto economy and expands global presence with new international offices

SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) May 24, 2018

BRD, the most secure bitcoin and cryptocurrency mobile wallet, trusted by users in over 170 countries, has raised $32 million to fuel customer acquisition and introduce a revolutionary rewards program concept. The $32M was raised from a combination of venture capital funding, with existing investor East Ventures involved the round, and a crowdsale. BRD also announced the availability of its long-awaited “Augustus” release, which enables receiving, sending, and buying of ERC20 tokens through a partnership with Changelly, a popular cryptocurrency exchange.

The new funds will enable BRD to scale its technology platform, expand its engineering and business development team at its new offices in Chicago, Bend, and Tokyo and bring a broad ecosystem of bitcoin and cryptocurrency services to more global consumers. BRD’s new services provide the most secure and private way for everyday consumers to send, receive, and purchase bitcoin and popular cryptocurrencies. By using BRD to trade cryptocurrencies, consumers no longer need to take the risk of using exchanges, many of which have been hacked or compromised over the past 5 years.

"Since launching BRD as the first iOS bitcoin wallet in the App Store over 3 years ago, we’ve grown tremendously across the globe because of our dedication to decentralization,” said Adam Traidmen, CEO and Co-founder of BRD. “With our new offering to exchange tokens directly in the app, enabled by our trusted partner Changelly, consumers everywhere will now enjoy the simplicity in which they can buy bitcoin and cryptocurrencies along with assurances that they are protected in a virtually unhackable environment.”

“Partnering with BRD is a huge step forward for Changelly,” said Konstantin Gladych, CEO and Co-founder of Changelly. “Regarding their super-friendly community, a quite simple interface and seamless user experience, I am deeply convinced that our collaboration will take mass cryptocurrency adoption to the new level and bring mutual benefits in the long run.”

The BRD Rewards program and the BRD token has utility on two fronts: Deep discounts when using financial services within the BRD app, and a tiered status with perks based on how many tokens a user holds. BRD has implemented a groundbreaking model in which the rewards points are fixed in supply; there are only 89 million BRD tokens that will ever exist.

“If we’re going to build a new financial system, we might as well revise rewards and loyalty programs too.” says Aaron Lasher, Co-founder of BRD. “Today, hotels and airlines spin up points when earned, and wind them down when redeemed. It works pretty well, but consumers must trust the company to manage the value of their points. We can’t make any more BRD tokens. We have to deliver value to those who hold our token, period. This is a new model and a challenge to the status quo.”

BRD provides consumers and retail investors with the simplest way to get started with bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. Customers have flexibility in making purchases using credit cards, checking accounts, cash, or other cryptocurrencies. BRD also employs an industry-leading security and privacy model that is both truly decentralized and leverages the latest security technologies available on mobile platforms. With an estimated over $6B USD in cryptocurrency under protection, BRD remains the most trusted bitcoin and cryptocurrency mobile wallet available.

"An astonishing 50% of our customers bought their first bitcoin within the past year,” said Adam Voisine, President and Co-founder of BRD. “Our deep focus around usability and simple security has paid off in a big way for us.”

The BRD app is available for download from the App Store or Google Play. For more information, please visit BRD at http://www.BRD.com.

About BRD
BRD is a global company that’s bringing blockchain-enabled financial services to the mobile generation. We provide consumers with the simplest and the most secure way to buy and protect bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Launched in 2015, and headquartered in Zurich (Switzerland), BRD is a venture-backed company which has raised $40M from top investors focused on banking, FinTech, and the blockchain.

About Changelly
Changelly is a popular cryptocurrency exchange providing the ability to instantly and seamlessly exchange over 100 altcoins at the best market rate or buy them using a bank card. Operating since 2015, Changelly has attracted over 2M registered users from around the world. Currently, the service processes more than 15K transactions weekly with a monthly turnover of around 60K BTC. Changelly offers its API and a customizable payment widget for any crypto service that wishes to increase its turnover. The exchange provides its Affiliate program with a quite appealing revenue share mechanism.

CONTACT INFORMATION
BRD
Aaron Lasher, Co-founder
Email: lasher(at)brd.com
Phone: (703) 939-1859

Spencer Chen, VP of Global Marketing
Email: spencer.chen(at)brd.com
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Holistic Academic and Life Skills Camp Achieves Milestone in its 37th Year

May 24, 2018, 8:12 am

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SuperCamp, a unique academic and life skills summer program for middle school and high school students, is about to enroll its 80,000th camper since launching in 1982

PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) May 24, 2018

A worldwide program that launched the category of academic summer camps 37 years ago is about to reach a milestone with the enrollment of its 80,000th student in one of its four U.S. college locations this summer.

Since holding its first camp in California in 1982, SuperCamp has expanded to over 20 countries worldwide. In the U.S., the program takes place on college campuses, including Stanford and Villanova in 2018. In addition to its learning-and-life-skills camps for middle school and high school students, SuperCamp runs a 6-day Quantum Academy program for incoming and current college students.

The sustained success of the program is attributed to the results achieved by the students who attend SuperCamp. Follow-up research with SuperCamp graduates reveals improved grades and social skills, as well as increased confidence and motivation. Word-of-mouth referrals and now second-generation attendees within families have contributed significantly to the popularity SuperCamp continues to enjoy.

“SuperCamp gets the results we do with students for two reasons,” said co-founder and president, Bobbi DePorter. “The first reason is our proprietary Quantum Learning training method, which creates several mini-success moments for each student at camp. The second reason is the engaging, supportive and expert SuperCamp staff that delivers the training in a highly orchestrated manner.”

A graduate from SuperCamp in 1987, Gregg Frame, says, “It’s not a stretch to say that those 10 days at SuperCamp changed my life. I am excited to be able to share the SuperCamp experience with my daughter who will be attending this summer.”

About SuperCamp®
SuperCamp, http://www.SuperCamp.com, prepares high school, middle school and college students for college, career and life. In 2018, SuperCamp will be held at Stanford University, Villanova University, Southwestern University and the University of Central Florida and will feature 6-day and 10-day residential programs, in which students will live on-campus during the camps. Reported by PRWeb 3 hours ago.

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Navy's next-generation Zumwalt destroyers years from completion as worldwide tensions heat up

May 24, 2018, 10:30 am

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It’s the U.S. Navy’s most expensive shipbuilding project ever -- and it seemingly still has no end in sight. Reported by FOXNews.com 42 minutes ago.

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Citroen C5 Aircross SUV launched in Europe + prototype drive

May 24, 2018, 8:34 am

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New model aims to be most comfortable and spacious SUV in segment - and we've driven it

Citroën has officially launched the C5 Aircross in Europe, bringing a firm focus on in-car comfort to the compact five-seat SUV segment.

One year after a China-specific model made its debut at the Shanghai motor show, Citroën has now repackaged the C5 Aircross to appeal to European customers. It is set to rival the Nissan Qashqai and Seat Ateca in what is still Europe’s fastest-growing car sector, making the car crucial to Citroën’s future.

It is the second model to receive Citroën’s new rally-derived Progressive Hydraulic Cushion suspension system, following the C4 Cactus, which aims to deliver “peerless comfort” while retaining the relaxed characteristics of the company’s long-standing hydropneumatic system.

The two-stage system has two hydraulic stops on either side, with one for compression and the other for rebound. According to Citroën, this results in “a magic carpet ride” even when driving over uneven ground. For major impacts, the hydraulic stops work with the spring and shock absorber to avoid jerky movement and unwanted bouncing.

Advanced Comfort upholstery, unique to the European-spec C5 Aircross, aims to further improve interior comfort with thicker, softer seat padding and greater adjustment. All three second-row seats are the same width, so the middle passenger has just as much room as the others.

Double-laminated front windows and engine bay soundproofing aim to reduce exterior noise, while an active air quality system uses an air-purifying carbon filter.

Citroën head of product Xavier Peugeot said this will make the C5 Aircross "the most comfortable SUV on the market", bringing “an all-new level of overall comfort” to the segment.

The C5 Aircross, which is 4.5 metres long and 1.84m wide, is built on the same EMP2 platform as PSA group’s other SUVs, the Peugeot 3008 and DS 7 Crossback, but with a 2.73m wheelbase that makes it larger than both the Qashqai and Ateca.

This gives the C5 Aircross the largest storage capacity of any SUV in the segment, according to Citroën, with 580-720 litres with the second-row seats in place. All three rear seats slide, incline and fold flat to provide a total 1630 litres of storage.

The production version of the C5 Aircross has been toned down from the concept, with Citroën’s signature airbumps being much less prominent here than they are on the C4 Cactus.

It has a front grille inspired by the China-only C6 saloon and cuts down on the amount of plastic on show to appeal to a Chinese audience, but it keeps an element of the side protection that made the C4 Cactus stand out.

Citroën head of design Alexandre Malval described the C5 Aircross as “an asserted design” that will “enable it to seduce customers in every market around the world”.

It also continues the trend for expansive personalisation options first seen on the C3 Aircross and C4 Cactus, with seven body colours, a choice of 17in, 18in or 19in alloy wheels and three colour packs to add contrasting highlights to the front bumper, Airbump side panels and roof bars.

Inside, there are five interior trim choices, which are all specific to the European model, along with an 8.0in touchscreen compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 12.3in digital instrument cluster, the latest-generation Citroën Connect Nav sat-nav and wireless smartphone charging.

Driver aids include a 360deg parking camera, ConnectedCAM dash camera built into the rear-view mirror and a Highway Driver Assist mode that combines adaptive cruise control and active lane departure warning for semi-autonomous stop-and-go driving.

At launch, buyers will have a choice of a Puretech 130 engine with a six-speed manual gearbox and a Puretech 180 unit with an eight-speed automatic 'box. BlueHDi 130 (manual or auto) and BlueHDI 180 (automatic) diesel models will also be available.

UK prices have yet to be confirmed, but the Aircross is expected to closely mirror that of its subling 3008, which retails from £21,995.

A plug-in hybrid variant, a first for any Citroën, is due in late 2019. It will be the only 4x4 model in the range; the current petrol and diesel variants are two-wheel drive only, but they include Citroën’s Grip Control system to manage traction across Standard, Sand, Off-road, Snow and ESP Off modes.

All C5 Aircross variants will be built in Citroën’s Rennes-La Janais facility, with cars arriving at dealerships in late 2018.

-Behind the wheel of a C5 Aircross Prototype -

We briefly drove the Aircross in prototype guise on a short, closed-course handling circuit comprised of smooth tarmac, cobbled roads and a fair few speed humps.

As with the C4 Cactus, it was impossible not to notice the extra padding in the Advanced Comfort seats as soon as we sat down: posterior-sinkingly soft at first, but with with sturdy side bolsters and plenty of under-thigh support.

On the move, the progressive hydraulic cushions helped the car glide over normal roads, with less vibration over rougher surfaces than traditional dampers. Unlike older Citroens, which were also renowned for their comfortable, floaty rides, the C5 isn’t upset by high-frequency bumps.

The system isn’t infallible, with speed bumps in particular still able to unsettle the ride, but for the most part it gives the C5 character unique amongst its peers. Reported by Autocar 3 hours ago.

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Televerde Selects Vince McLain as Chief Sales Officer

May 24, 2018, 8:34 am

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Veteran sales executive to drive enterprise business growth for global sales and marketing leader

PHOENIX (PRWEB) May 24, 2018

Televerde, the global sales and marketing solutions provider, has selected Vince McLain as its Chief Sales Officer (CSO). Vince brings significant experience leading sales teams in the digital marketing and sales operations spaces. He will be responsible for overseeing Televerde’s worldwide sales organization.

“Televerde is laser-focused on exceeding expectations by bringing in revenue and driving sales performance for its clients,” said Mr. McLain. “Having worked in the sales and marketing world for years, I’ve always been aware of Televerde, its approach and its dedication to not only serving its clients, but its employees as well. I am thrilled to be able to join the team and help to continue its global expansion.”

Vince, through his more than 25 years of sales and marketing experience in the Internet and technology sectors, has shown he can build and scale sales teams successfully. His skills will be a pivotal part of Televerde’s continued global expansion.

Most recently, Vince served as the Senior Vice President of Sales at Steelhouse. There he grew the sales team from three to 60 people while doubling revenue year-over-year for three years straight. Previously, Vince held senior leadership roles at Business Resource Solutions, Inc., Telestrategies, Certification Partners (CIW), Critical Path and Computer Associates (CAI Software). Prior to his civilian career, Vince served in the United States Navy and deployed for Desert Shield and Desert Storm.

About Televerde
Televerde is a global demand generation company that provides sales and marketing solutions designed to acquire new business and accelerate revenue. Founded in 1995, Televerde serves as a strategic partner for its clients, dedicated to delivering exceptional results from the moment leads enter the sales pipeline to close. By offering proven solutions in the areas of demand generation, sales, partner marketing, and customer retention and care, Televerde has helped a wide range of large and mid-sized companies around the world generate over $8 billion in revenue. To learn more, visit http://www.televerde.com. Reported by PRWeb 3 hours ago.

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VALLOUREC : Rémi Dujon appointed Group General Secretary

May 24, 2018, 8:41 am

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*Press release*

*Rémi Dujon appointed Group General Secretary *

*Boulogne-Billancourt, 24 May 2018* - Vallourec announces the appointment of Rémi Dujon as Group General Secretary, member of the Executive Committee and reporting to Olivier Mallet, Member of the Management Board. Rémi is responsible for Legal, Compliance and Sustainable Development. He is also Secretary of the Supervisory Board.

From 2014 to 2018, he held the position of General Counsel of Orange Business Services, in charge of legal, regulatory and compliance, after having held various positions in the legal function of the Orange Group. He brings, as such, 20 years of exposure to international and complex legal projects in a very dynamic and innovative environment.

Rémi Dujon, 49 years old, holds a degree in Business Law (Master II, Reims University).

*About Vallourec*
Vallourec is a world leader in premium tubular solutions for the energy markets and for demanding industrial applications such as oil & gas wells in harsh environments, new generation power plants, challenging architectural projects, and high-performance mechanical equipment. Vallourec's pioneering spirit and cutting edge R&D open new technological frontiers. With close to 19,500 dedicated and passionate employees in more than 20 countries, Vallourec works hand-in-hand with its customers to offer more than just tubes: Vallourec delivers innovative, safe, competitive and smart tubular solutions, to make every project possible.

Listed on Euronext in Paris (ISIN code: FR0000120354, Ticker VK) and eligible for the Deferred Settlement System (SRD), Vallourec is included in the following indices: SBF 120 and Next 150.

In the United States, Vallourec has established a sponsored Level 1 American Depositary Receipt (ADR) program (ISIN code: US92023R2094, Ticker: VLOWY). Parity between ADR and a Vallourec ordinary share has been set at 5:1.

*vallourec.com*
*Follow us on Twitter @Vallourec*

*For further information, please contact:*

*Investor relations *
Alexandra Fichelson
Guilherme Camara
Tel: +33 (0)1 49 09 39 76
Investor.relations@vallourec.com *Press relations *
Héloïse Rothenbühler
Tel: +33 (0)1 41 03 77 50
heloise.rothenbuhler@vallourec.com
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*Individual shareholders*
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· PDF version.pdf Reported by GlobeNewswire 3 hours ago.

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Group Eramet : Combined General Shareholders' Meeting of 24 May 2018

May 24, 2018, 8:41 am

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Paris, 24 May 2018, 5:40 PM

PRESS RELEASE

Combined General Shareholders' Meeting of 24 May 2018

ERAMET's Combined General Shareholders' meeting was held on 24 May 2018 in Paris under the chairmanship of Mrs. Christel BORIES, Chairman and CEO of ERAMET.

ERAMET's shareholders approved all the proposed resolutions. The result of the General Meeting's votes for each resolution is available on ERAMET's website (www.eramet.com).

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*The General Meeting was an opportunity for ERAMET Chairman and CEO, Christel BORIES, to thank shareholders for their loyalty and confidence. She commented: *

"2017 was a key milestone for ERAMET. In favourable metals markets, the Group achieved very high operating income, at over €600m^[1], and net income of €203m^[2]. Backed by an improved financial situation and a return to cash generation, ERAMET's shareholders today approved the payment of a dividend of €2.3 a share, i.e. a 30% pay-out ratio.

ERAMET has solid fundamentals, with high-value mining and industrial assets and high-quality technical competencies. However, our industry, which is still cyclical, is rapidly changing and it is vital to transform our Group as we aim to be among the best in each of our businesses, in terms of performance and profitability.
To achieve our ambition, we rely on a new strategic impetus and a significant managerial transformation aiming towards an organisation that is agile, accountable, open to the world, and fast-learning. Our ambition is fully in line with the Group's societal and environmental commitments.

We approach the future with determination and all the Group's teams are fully committed to meeting the challenges that will be key to our success."

*Dividend*

The General Meeting approved the distribution of a dividend of €2.30 a share in respect of the 2017 financial year.
Dividend detachment will take place on 29 May 2018 and payment from 31 May 2018.

*Board of Directors*

Acknowledging the resignation of Mr Ferdinand POAOUTETA, the General Meeting adopted a resolution, appointing Mr. Louis MAPOU as director, at the proposal of STCPI.

ERAMET's Board of Directors is made up of 19 members, including two directors representing employees. It includes 6 independent members, i.e. more than a third of the Board, and 41% of women excluding directors representing employees.

*Weda Bay Nickel partnership*

In Indonesia, the conditions required to implement the partnership agreement signed with the Chinese steel group, Tsingshan, were satisfied on 19 May 2018. ERAMET has today a 43% interest in Strand Minerals (Indonesia) Pte. Ltd. which is the controlling shareholder of PT Weda Bay Nickel.

*Takeover offer on the shares of Mineral Deposits Limited*

The recent launch of a takeover offer on the shares of Mineral Deposits Limited, our co-partner in the TiZir^[3] joint venture, is in line with the Group's strategy in order to consolidate this business within ERAMET portfolio.

*Outlook*

The Group's results show strong sensitivity to changes in some factors, particularly manganese ore and alloys prices as well as nickel prices, the Euro-US dollar exchange rate, and the oil price. The impact of these factors is outlined in the Group's 2017 Registration Document^[4]. As an example, average SLN's cash cost^[5] was USD 4.80/lb at constant economic conditions^[6] in first quarter 2018, corresponding to USD 5.74/lb at current conditions and USD 6.39/lb including capital expenditure and finance cost ("break-even cost"^[7]).

Overall, the Group's markets remain favourable at the start of second quarter 2018, but with a few signs of slowdown. In a context of tensions and uncertainty in international trade relations, our outlook remains uncertain regarding the change in raw materials and alloys prices in the months ahead.

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*Calendar*

24.07.2018: Publication of 2018 half-year results

25.10.2018: Publication of 2018 Q3 sales figures

20.02.2019: Publication of 2018 annual results

*ABOUT ERAMET*

ERAMET is one of the world's leading producers of:

· manganese and nickel, used to improve the properties of steels, mineralised sands (titanium dioxide and zircon),
· parts and semi-finished products in alloys and high-performance special steels used by industries such as aerospace, power generation, and tooling.

ERAMET is also developing activities with strong growth potential, such as lithium extraction and recycling.

The Group employs around 12,600 people in 20 countries.

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*CONTACT*

Director of Strategy and Innovation, Investor Relations

*Philippe Gundermann - *Phone: +33 (0) 1 45 38 42 78

Investor Relations Manager

*Sandrine Nourry-Dabi - *Phone: +33 (0) 1 45 38 37 02

*LEI code: 549300LUH78PG2MP6N64*

*For more information:* www.eramet.com
*Follow us with the ERAMET Finance app:*

On IOS: https://itunes.apple.com/fr/app/eramet-finance/id1115212055?mt=8
On Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.eramet.finance

*Click on the link below to view ERAMET's 2017 annual report:*
http://www.eramet-looking-ahead.com/
^[1] Consolidated performance indicators ; see 2017 Registration Document - Section 1.3

^[2] Group share

^[3] 50% JV between ERAMET and Mineral Deposits Limited.

^[4] 2017 Registration Document - Section 5.2, sub-section 5.2.1

^[5] 2017 Registration Document - Section 1.3

^[6] Figures at constant economic conditions (early 2016)

^[7] SLN break-even cost : cash cost as defined in Section 1.3 of 2017 Registration Document including capital expenditure (2018 capex forecast divided by 2018 tonnage forecast) and finance costs (recorded in SLN financial statements)

*Attachment*

· Group ERAMET: Combined General Shareholders' Meeting of 24 May 2018.pdf Reported by GlobeNewswire 3 hours ago.

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RIBER : Repeat order for a research MBE system in India

May 24, 2018, 8:52 am

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*Repeat order for a research MBE system in India*

*Bezons, May 24, 2018 - 5:45 pm - RIBER, a global market leader for semiconductor industry equipment**, is announcing the order for a research MBE system in India. *

The Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, has ordered a research MBE system, Model Compact 21T. This system will contribute to further strengthen its research capabilities to develop new optoelectronic devices using quantum dot lasers emissions.

This repeat order is the 4^th RIBER system operated at IIT Bombay.

This commercial success is part of RIBER's continued expansion into India's growing market, where RIBER has already an installed base of 16 systems, representing 64% of the total fleet.

The Compact 21 is the world's best-selling research MBE system.

The system will be delivered in 2019.

*About RIBER:*
Riber designs and produces molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) systems as well as evaporation sources and cells for the semiconductor industry. This high-tech equipment is essential for the manufacturing of compound semiconductor materials and new materials that are used in numerous consumer applications, from new information technologies to OLED flat screens and next-generation solar cells.
Riber is listed on Euronext Paris (Compartment "C") and is part of the CAC Small, CAC Technology and CAC T. HARD. & EQ indices. Riber is eligible for SME share-based savings schemes.

ISIN: FR0000075954 - RIB
Reuters: RIBE.PA
Bloomberg: RIB: FP
BPI France-approved innovative company
www.riber.com

*RIBER *
Guillaume de Bélair
tel: +33 (0)1 39 96 65 00
invest@riber.com *CALYPTUS *
Cyril Combe
tel: +33 (0)1 53 65 68 68
cyril.combe@calyptus.net

*Attachment*

· Repeat order for a research MBE system in India.pdf Reported by GlobeNewswire 2 hours ago.

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Unite New Mexico Announces First Two 2018 Endorsements of Independent Candidates

May 24, 2018, 9:03 am

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Unite New Mexico, a citizens movement to bridge the growing partisan divide by electing common-sense, independent candidates to office, today announced its endorsement of its first two independent candidates running for the New Mexico state house in 2018. The announcement, which was made at the State Capitol where leaders across New Mexico gathered and participated in a discussion about the need for independent leadership, adds fuel to the rapidly growing presence of credible unaffiliated candidates in state and federal races across the nation for the 2018 midterm elections.

SANTA FE, N.M. (PRWEB) May 24, 2018

Unite New Mexico, a citizens movement to bridge the growing partisan divide by electing common-sense, independent candidates to office, today announced its endorsement of its first two independent candidates running for the New Mexico state house in 2018. The announcement, which was made at the State Capitol where leaders across New Mexico gathered and participated in a discussion about the need for independent leadership, adds fuel to the rapidly growing presence of credible unaffiliated candidates in state and federal races across the nation for the 2018 midterm elections.

Unite New Mexico’s initial slate of candidates includes Jarratt Applewhite (HD-50), a Lamy businessman, nonprofit executive and former Sante Fe Board of Education member, and Tweeti Blancett (HD-40), a fifth generation New Mexican, small business owner, former state representative and environmental activist from Eagle Nest in Colfax County.

“We’re proud to endorse Jarratt and Tweeti because of their lifelong commitment to New Mexico and their local communities,” said Unite New Mexico co-chair Bob Perls, a former state representative and former U.S. diplomat. “These leaders represent what it means to put people ahead of partisan and special interests and we’re excited to do all we can to support their candidacies.”

In New Mexico, 24 percent of voters are registered as an independent, if those who state “no party preference” or decline to state their preference are included. Zero of the state’s 112 legislators are independent, and an independent candidate has never been elected. Just two or three independents, however, could control the balance of power, deny both parties a majority and use leverage as a “fulcrum” to force compromise amongst the two parties if elected.

Unite New Mexico is a partner of Unite America, a national organization that aims to bridge the growing partisan divide by electing common-sense, independent candidates to office at a state and national level. The national movement includes other state partners in Colorado, Washington and Maine.

In February, Unite America made history when it unveiled the first national slate of unaffiliated candidates in a century, including U.S. Senate candidates Craig O’Dear of Missouri and Neal Simon of Maryland, and gubernatorial candidates Terry Hayes of Maine, Greg Orman of Kansas and Governor Bill Walker of Alaska.

“New Mexico is ripe for political disruption, and I am excited that Unite New Mexico is bringing much needed competition to a political system that clearly is not working,” said Nick Troiano, executive director of Unite America. “We’re honored to welcome Jarratt and Tweeti into a community of trailblazing, independent candidates that spans the entire country.”

Both candidates will see heads up races against just one major party opponent this fall, as partisan gerrymandering has caused many seats in New Mexico to be uncompetitive. Applewhite will run against incumbent representative Matthew McQueen of District 50 while Blancett will run against whomever emerges from a crowded primary in District 40.

Applewhite and Blancett have each signed the Unite movement’s “Declaration of Independents,” a statement of shared principles that includes putting people ahead of partisan interests, following the facts and seeking compromising, and committing to the shared responsibility of civic engagement. Both candidates are also advocates for structural reforms, including ending gerrymandering, opening the state’s primaries to independent voters and reducing barriers to entry for candidates running outside the two major system.

In New Mexico, there are still 34 seats uncontested by one of the two major parties this fall. Unite New Mexico is recruiting independent voters and community leaders to run this cycle. To support Applewhite, Blancett and others who step forward, Unite New Mexico is building a network of voters, volunteers and donors necessary to level the playing field for independent candidates.

Over the last month, United New Mexico conducted a listening tour with stops in Farmington, Roswell and Las Cruces. Along the way, representatives of the organization talked to prospective candidates, voters and potential financial backers. Future events are planned for Santa Fe and Albuquerque.

About Unite Mexico:
Unite New Mexico is a citizens movement to bridge the growing partisan divide by electing common-sense, independent candidates to office. For more information, please visit: http://www.unitenm.us. Reported by PRWeb 2 hours ago.

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