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UFCU Launches Mobile Branch to Enhance Inclusion and Access to Financial Services

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The first of its kind in Central Texas, the new UFCU Mobile Branch takes financial products, services, education, and community support to underbanked communities.

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today, UFCU (University Federal Credit Union) kicks off its “Howdy Tour” and launches its innovative new Mobile Branch, the first of its kind in Central Texas. The UFCU Mobile Branch is focused on increasing access in traditionally underbanked communities.  

A component of the company’s ongoing efforts to provide access to capital, education, and resources, the UFCU Mobile Branch extends the credit union’s financial products, services, and educational resources to geographical areas with limited or no banking presence, addressing critical issues of affordability and financial inclusion.

The UFCU Mobile Branch will help bridge the financial services gap for Texas’ unbanked and underbanked communities, which make up an estimated 24% of Texas households, by delivering vital financial services directly to underserved areas — in the neighborhoods where they live and work.

Individuals without access to a credit union or bank are almost ten times more likely to use check cashing than banked households. The UFCU Mobile Branch enables Members to eliminate check-cashing fees while also offering ATM access, account set-up, starter and cashier’s checks, instant-issue debit cards, money orders, fund transfers, loan and credit card applications, loan payments, notary services, and more. The UFCU Mobile Branch will also host educational seminars and feature bilingual staff to serve Spanish-speaking consumers.

By partnering with trusted community-minded organizations like Foundation Communities and Equidad, UFCU leverages its established relationships to gain a deeper understanding of the unique needs of the communities they serve. This collaborative approach rooted in long-term partnerships ensures that UFCU enters these areas with a genuine desire to learn, serve, and create effective solutions.

“Working with our community partners, we are committed to improving access to financial services for all Texans,” said UFCU CEO and President Michael Crowl. “The UFCU Mobile Branch is a significant step towards addressing the financial barriers traditionally underserved communities face. We appreciate the support and trust of our partners and the community as we embark on this important mission to ensure a thriving Texas includes all Texans.”

In addition to serving underserved areas, the UFCU Mobile Branch will support numerous UFCU efforts, including disaster recovery and community engagement events like local festivals, university sporting events, and partner endeavors. This presence at community gatherings underscores UFCU’s commitment to meeting its Members where they are and fostering strong relationships with their community partners.

“The UFCU Mobile Branch allows us to build relationships and establish trust within these vital communities as we expand access to financial services and promote financial education in a convenient, accessible, and welcoming environment,” said Executive Vice President of Membership Chris Turnley. “We’re thrilled to premiere the UFCU Mobile Branch, part of our overall effort to better serve and more deeply understand the needs of our community members.”

The unveiling event for the UFCU Mobile Branch took place on Monday, August 5, 2024. It featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony with UFCU executives and board members, community leaders, and elected officials, including US Representative Lloyd Doggett and Austin Councilwoman Vanessa Fuentes.

For more information about the UFCU Mobile Branch and its services, please visit UFCU.org.

About UFCU
As a Member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, UFCU is passionate about helping Members improve their lives. With more than 384,000 Members and $4 billion in total assets, UFCU offers a variety of products, services, and education programs to empower Members in achieving financial success. Learn more about UFCU at UFCU.orgFacebookX, and Instagram.

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CSharpCorner Announces 2025 Industry-Leading Conference Lineup to Drive Education and Innovation in Software Development

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NEW YORK, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — CSharpCorner, the world’s premier developer community, is excited to announce its 2025 lineup of industry-leading conferences, addressing the growing demand for events that drive education, networking, and innovation in all areas of software development, including Web3 and AI. These conferences, attended by hundreds of thousands annually, continue to provide valuable opportunities for developers to Learn, Earn, and Grow.

CSharpCorner’s 2025 calendar offers a dynamic mix of virtual and in-person events, providing cutting-edge content, career growth opportunities, and networking with industry experts to support a thriving developer ecosystem.

2025 Conference Lineup:

March: .NET Virtual Conference. A premier event showcasing the latest advancements in .NET technologies, tools, and frameworks to help developers stay at the forefront of innovation.May: Modern Database Conference. Focused on modern database systems, this conference covers trends, solutions, and best practices for efficiently managing data.June: Code Quality Conference. Dedicated to improving software quality, the event explores techniques, tools, and methodologies to write cleaner, more efficient, and maintainable code.July: Cloud Summit. A comprehensive summit covering the major cloud platforms—Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud—helping developers build, scale, and deploy cloud-based solutions.August: Software Architecture Conference – A deep dive into the principles, strategies, and best practices of software architecture, empowering developers to design scalable and robust systems.October: Action AI Conference & BCrypt Conference. The Action AI Conference highlights the latest breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence, while the BCrypt Conference focuses on Web3 technologies, blockchain, and decentralized solutions.November: Frontend Days – Angular, React, Vue, and Blazor. A must-attend event for frontend developers to explore trends, frameworks, and tools in building dynamic and engaging user interfaces.December: Growth Mindset Conference. Designed to inspire and motivate, this event focuses on personal and professional development to help developers thrive in their careers and embrace a growth mindset.

“At CSharp, our mission is to empower developers by offering platforms where they can access cutting-edge content, connect with like-minded professionals, and advance their careers,” said Mahesh Chand, founder & CEO of CSharpCorner. “Our 2025 conferences are designed to meet the evolving needs of the developer community, driving innovation in areas like Web3, AI, cloud computing, and software architecture.”

CSharpCorner plays a pivotal role in supporting developers worldwide, equipping them with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed in an ever-changing technology landscape.

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Nest Partners with Dinari to Deliver Real World Yield Through First Tokenized Blackstone ETF on Plume

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NEW YORK, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Nest, the flagship RWA staking protocol exclusive to Plume Network, today announced the first tokenized Blackstone ETF vault through its partnership with Dinari. Nest’s new permissionless vault features the Blackstone Senior Loan ETF, and will deliver real world yields to DeFi users once the vault is launched on Plume mainnet. This announcement marks a significant expansion of Dinari’s long-term partnership with Plume, as the established tokenization platform brings institutional-grade assets into the rapidly growing Plume ecosystem.

The first tokenized Blackstone ETF on Plume Network joins Nest’s suite of yield-generating solutions, which includes the Treasuries Vault for professional firms and the High Yield Vault for growth-focused strategies.

“By launching this first-ever tokenized Blackstone ETF vault, we’re creating new opportunities for users to access institutional yields,” said Teddy Pornprinya, Co-founder at Plume. “Our partnership with Dinari transforms traditionally exclusive products into accessible opportunities through permissionless infrastructure.”

Through this latest vault, users who stake stablecoins into a vault on Nest receive yield tokens that appreciate in value as SRLN.d, Dinari’s tokenized version of the SPDR Blackstone Senior Loan ETF, generates returns. The ETF provides strong downside protection through floating rate yields indexed to SOFR (Secured Overnight Financing Rate).

The vault benefits from SRLN.d’s key features: competitive yields with automatic dividend accrual and reinvestment, full backing by the underlying Blackstone ETF, and guaranteed 1:1 USDC redemption. Blackstone oversees the management of the underlying assets, while Alpaca Securities provides brokerage services for asset transactions.

The floating rate structure provides natural protection against interest rate fluctuations. Blackstone’s ETF is included in a variety of vaults on Nest, where it provides the base level stability and yield. It’s paired with liquidity from yield-bearing stablecoin protocols Mountain and M^0, serving both retail users and liquidity providers.

Nest’s infrastructure has been secured by multiple firms. The protocol’s smart contracts have been audited by SlowMist, while Trail of Bits and Zellic have audited the broader protocol infrastructure. All Nest vaults, including this latest offering, are assessed by institutional risk manager Cicada Partners.

The integration of Dinari’s Blackstone ETF products marks only the beginning of a longstanding collaboration between Nest and Dinari. Future plans include deeper integration through shared global neobank initiatives and expanded access to highly liquid, yield-bearing assets, all powered by Plume’s infrastructure.

This growing partnership will continue to bring institutional-grade investment opportunities to Plume’s expanding ecosystem of protocols and users.

About Nest
Nest is a flagship staking protocol for users to earn RWA yield on their stablecoins. Designed to be a precisionless way for global users to deposit into vaults, the protocol lets fund managers, issuers, and RWA protocols create their own structured offerings. Audited by Trail of Bits and Zellic, Nest leverages Plume’s unique infrastructure to let its global user base participate in traditionally limited asset classes. For more information, visit https://nest.credit and https://x.com/NestCredit

About Dinari
Dinari is at the forefront of delivering innovative digital economy solutions, empowering individuals and organizations alike. With a steadfast commitment to transparency and accessibility, Dinari specializes in blockchain-based offerings, including the pioneering Dinari Securities-Backed Tokens (dShares), ensuring direct exposure to globally esteemed assets with unequivocal 1:1 backing. For more information, visit https://dinari.com

About Plume Network
Plume is the first fully integrated L1 modular blockchain focused on RWAfi, offering a composable, EVM-compatible environment for onboarding and managing diverse real-world assets. With 180+ projects on its private devnet, Plume provides an end-to-end tokenization engine and a network of financial infrastructure partners, simplifying asset onboarding and enabling seamless DeFi integration for RWAs. For more information, visit https://plumenetwork.xyz

CONTACT: press@plumenetwork.xyz

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Strictly Money Launches Crowdcube Campaign, Inviting European Investors to Fuel its Growth Journey

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LONDON, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Strictly Money Ltd, the London-based fintech, has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube to invite European investors to fuel its next phase of growth. Crowdcube, Europe’s largest private market investment platform, has powered success stories like Revolut, Qonto, and Monzo. Regulated by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Crowdcube provides a trusted and innovative platform for investors to participate in transformative ventures.

Strictly Money’s primary objective with this campaign is to accelerate its growth, fuel product development, and expand its shareholder base. The funding will enable Strictly Money to launch its payment card and banking app in early 2025 and to strengthen its market presence in Scandinavia, the UK, and Ireland. The company plans to introduce hedge fund returns products, broadening investment options for consumers by the end of 2025.

Discover how you can be part of Strictly Money’s growth journey by visiting our Crowdcube campaign at https://crowdcube.getstrictlymoney.com.

Will Povey, CEO and Co-Founder of Strictly Money, said: “At Strictly Money, our vision is to empower everyday investors with access to wealth-building tools and opportunities that were previously reserved for high-net-worth individuals. With this crowdfunding campaign, we aim to bring together a diverse community of investors who share our passion for financial innovation and inclusivity. This funding will not only help us launch our innovative debit card and app but also drive the development of new products that deliver real value to our users.”

About Strictly Money:

Strictly Money is a UK-based financial technology company set to launch a debit card and a cutting-edge banking app in early 2025. The company aims to democratize access to high-performing hedge fund returns, providing innovative investment strategies and financial solutions tailored to investors, savers, and entrepreneurs. Strictly Money’s mission is to open up premium investment opportunities traditionally limited to high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs). For more information, visit https://strictly-money.com.

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Mary Prendergast
Email: ir@getstrictlymoney.com 

Important Notice: 

Investing in startups and early-stage businesses involves risks, including illiquidity, lack of dividends, loss of investment and dilution. It should be done only as part of a diversified portfolio. Crowdcube is targeted exclusively at investors who are sufficiently sophisticated to understand these risks and make their own investment decisions. Please read the full Risk Warning on Crowdcube’s website before deciding to invest.

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