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Starlizard Integrity Services identifies 79 suspicious football matches played globally in first half of 2024

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21.5% of suspicious matches took place in just one country200% increase in suspicious matches played in the CONMEBOL regionNear doubling of matches with irregularities in first-half-only betting markets

LONDON, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sports integrity specialists Starlizard Integrity Services (SIS) has identified 79 football matches played globally between 1 January and 30 June 2024 as suspicious. New data from the company shows that more than one-fifth of these matches took place in just one country in the CONMEBOL (South American) region – a region which saw a worrying 200% increase in suspicious matches overall.

Every year, SIS looks at tens of thousands of football matches around the world in order to identify matches that show irregularities, indicative of suspected match-fixing, both in the betting markets and on the field of play. While the level of suspicion will vary, depending on the nature and amount of evidence discovered, SIS ensures that all the matches they identify as suspicious reach a high enough bar to warrant further investigation by the appropriate authorities.

The 79 matches considered suspicious in the first half of 2024 represent 0.21% of a total of 36,841 football matches analysed by SIS during the period. SIS also identified 79 suspicious matches played during the same period in 2023, however those came from a smaller sample of 16,336 matches, so represented a greater percentage (0.48%) of the total number of matches analysed.

The SIS 2024 first-six-months data revealed that:

17 of the suspicious matches (21.5%) came from just one country in the CONMEBOL region, with six of the matches played in that country’s top domestic tier and eleven in the second domestic tier.33 suspicious matches (41.8%) took place in the CONMEBOL region, up from 11 in the same period last year. This represents 0.56% of all CONMEBOL region matches analysed during the first half of 2024.23 different countries had at least one integrity alert in a domestic men’s competition.40 of the suspicious matches (50.6%) were the subject of suspicious betting patterns in the first-half-only betting markets – almost double the 21 matches similarly identified for the same period in 2023.11 of the 79 suspicious matches (13.9%) had a HIGH suspicion rating allocated to them, with 39 matches (49.4%) assessed at a MEDIUM level of suspicion.29 suspicious matches (36.7%) were played in the UEFA (European) region, down from 40 for the same period last year. The new figure represents 0.15% of all UEFA region matches analysed during this period.49 suspicious matches (62%) were identified in domestic competitions below the top tier, whilst 19 matches (24.1%) were played in top-tier domestic competitions.Club friendly matches accounted for seven suspicious matches played in the first half of the year (9.1%), despite representing just 4% of the total number of games analysed.

Affy Sheikh, Head of Starlizard Integrity Services, commented:

“The 2024 half-year figures reveal several concerning insights, with few positives to report. In particular, the data highlights a troubling situation in the CONMEBOL region, where the number of suspicious matches has surged by 200% compared to the same period last year. This stark increase serves as a clear reminder that match-fixers are constantly adapting and will exploit any vulnerabilities they find.

“Additionally, we are witnessing a growing trend of manipulation in first-half-only betting markets. In the first six months of 2024, 40 matches were targeted in this way, up from 21 during the same period in 2023 – itself a significant rise.

“Whilst the overall percentage of suspicious matches remains low, the data nevertheless shows match-fixing poses a continuing and severe threat to the integrity of the game. Football must engage in serious reflection on how best to tackle this issue, as the persistent lack of improvement in numbers across the board suggests that current efforts and strategies are not effective enough.”

About Starlizard Integrity Services

Starlizard Integrity Services (SIS) is the specialist integrity division of Starlizard, the London-based sports betting and data consultancy. Starlizard’s detailed understanding of sport and sporting performance, as well as its active involvement in betting markets, affords a unique perspective, enabling the company to know better than anyone else in the world when betting markets and sporting contests look wrong. Starlizard has been producing independent integrity services for sports governing bodies and associations since 2010, and established SIS in 2017 as a dedicated resource to focus entirely on this work. Combining its deep insight into how betting markets should behave with detailed on-pitch performance data analysis and research, SIS is ideally placed to identify suspicious matches and betting patterns. SIS offers sports governing bodies a free-to-use suspicious match monitoring platform and mobile application, KOMODO™, through which information on suspected match-fixing can be obtained. For more information, visit www.starlizardintegrity.com.

Contact details: Starlizard Integrity Services, +44 (0) 20 3014 9800, integrity@starlizard.com 

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ChipMOS EXPECTS 6.3% FULL YEAR 2024 REVENUE GROWTH, WITH A 5.4% YoY DECEMBER 2024 REVENUE DECLINE AND A 5.7% YoY 4Q24 REVENUE DECLINE

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HSINCHU, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES INC. (“ChipMOS” or the “Company”) (Taiwan Stock Exchange: 8150 and Nasdaq: IMOS), an industry leading provider of outsourced semiconductor assembly and test services (“OSAT”), today reported its unaudited consolidated revenue for the month of December 2024 and for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024. All U.S. dollar figures cited in this press release are based on the exchange rate of NT$32.79 to US$1.00 as of December 31, 2024. This would represent full year 2024 revenue growth of approximately 6.3% compared to the full year 2023.

Revenue for the fourth quarter of 2024 was NT$5,399.6 million or US$164.7 million, representing a decrease of 5.7% from the fourth quarter of 2023, and a decrease of 11.0% from the third quarter of 2024. The Company noted that while the quarterly decline reflects macro industry pricing and demand headwinds, the strong full year 2024 revenue growth reflects continued leadership in its core markets.

Revenue for the month of December 2024 was NT$1,780.1 million or US$54.3 million, representing a decrease of 3.0% from November 2024, and a decrease of 5.4% from December 2023.

Consolidated Monthly Revenues (Unaudited)

December 2024

November 2024

December 2023

MoM Change

YoY Change

Revenues

   (NT$ million)

1,780.1

1,834.6

1,881.5

-3.0 %

-5.4 %

Revenues

   (US$ million)

54.3

55.9

57.4

-3.0 %

-5.4 %

 

Consolidated Quarterly Revenues (Unaudited)

Fourth Quarter

2024

Third Quarter

2024

Fourth Quarter

2023

QoQ Change

YoY Change

Revenues

   (NT$ million)

5,399.6

6,068.0

5,725.4

-11.0 %

-5.7 %

Revenues

   (US$ million)

164.7

185.1

174.6

-11.0 %

-5.7 %

About ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES INC.:

ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES INC. (“ChipMOS” or the “Company”) (Taiwan Stock Exchange: 8150 and Nasdaq: IMOS) (www.chipmos.com) is an industry leading provider of outsourced semiconductor assembly and test services. With advanced facilities in Hsinchu Science Park, Hsinchu Industrial Park and Southern Taiwan Science Park in Taiwan, ChipMOS is known for its track record of excellence and history of innovation. The Company provides end-to-end assembly and test services to leading fabless semiconductor companies, integrated device manufacturers and independent semiconductor foundries serving virtually all end markets worldwide. 

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This press release may contain certain forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as ‘believes,’ ‘expects,’ ‘anticipates,’ ‘projects,’ ‘intends,’ ‘should,’ ‘seeks,’ ‘estimates,’ ‘future’ or similar expressions or by discussion of, among other things, strategies, goals, plans or intentions. These statements may include financial projections and estimates and their underlying assumptions, statements regarding plans, objectives and expectations with respect to future operations, products and services, and statements regarding future performance. Actual results may differ materially in the future from those reflected in forward-looking statements contained in this document, due to various factors. Further information regarding these risks, uncertainties and other factors are included in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and in the Company’s other filings with the SEC.

Contacts:

In Taiwan

Jesse Huang

ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES INC.

+886-6-5052388 ext. 7715

IR@chipmos.com

In the U.S.

David Pasquale

Global IR Partners

+1-914-337-8801

dpasquale@globalirpartners.com 

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NEW YORK, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week’s most newsworthy and popular releases, here’s a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn’t be missed.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

McDonald’s New McValue Platform Is Finally Here
Fans can mix and match with the new Buy One, Add One for $1 offer and fuel up for less with the popular $5 Meal Deal. The brand marks the moment by partnering with John Cena and gifting fans millions of dollars in entertainment, lifestyle promos.ADP National Employment Report: Private Sector Employment Increased by 122,000 Jobs in December; Annual Pay was Up 4.6%
“The labor market downshifted to a more modest pace of growth in the final month of 2024, with a slowdown in both hiring and pay gains,” said Nela Richardson, chief economist, ADP. “Health care stood out in the second half of the year, creating more jobs than any other sector.”Big Lots Closes Sale to Gordon Brothers Retail Partners
Bruce Thorn, Big Lots’ President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “We are pleased to close this strategic transaction, which provides a framework to preserve thousands of jobs, maximize value, and maintain the Big Lots brand.”Globally Renowned Investor and Entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary Joining The People’s Bid for TikTok
The bid aims to purchase TikTok’s U.S. assets and rebuild the platform in a way that prioritizes the privacy of its 170 million American users.NASA to Explore Two Landing Options for Returning Samples from Mars
“Pursuing two potential paths forward will ensure that NASA is able bring these samples back from Mars with significant cost and schedule saving compared to the previous plan,” said NASA Administrator Bill Nelson. “These samples have the potential to change the way we understand Mars, our universe, and – ultimately – ourselves.”Tripadvisor Reveals 2025’s Must-Visit Destinations: Top Picks From Travelers Around the World This year Tripadvisor introduces two new subcategories; Solo Travel Destinations and a special sub-category in celebration of Tripadvisor’s 25th anniversary honoring the Top Destinations of the Last 25 Years based on all time reviews.Ulta Beauty Teams Up with Instacart to Deliver Beauty in a Flash Nationwide
Beauty meets convenience with the largest specialty U.S. beauty retailer now available on Instacart for delivery in as fast as an hour from more than 1,400 stores.Nation’s Top 300 Teen Scientists Selected for Achievements in STEM Innovation and Leadership in Nation’s Oldest and Most Prestigious High School Competition
The 300 scholars will be awarded $2,000 each and their schools will be awarded $2,000 for each enrolled scholar. Scholars were chosen based on their outstanding research, leadership skills, community involvement, commitment to academics, creativity in asking scientific questions and exceptional promise as STEM leaders.$5 Bowls with Five Choices: KFC® Debuts Hot New Lineup of Flavorful Bowls, Including Anticipated Return of Nashville Hot Sauce
Indulge your cravings with a hearty, warm, comforting bowl this winter for just $5 each, making your post-holiday wallet happy. Paramount and Comcast Announce Multi-Year Distribution Agreements
The multi-year deals feature ongoing carriage of Paramount’s networks, including CBS, BET, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Network and more. Comcast subscribers will also retain access to Paramount’s popular streaming services across Paramount+, Pluto TV and BET+.Michael J. Fox Honored with Presidential Medal of Freedom
President Biden presented Fox with the medal, which honors individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United States, world peace, or other significant societal, public or private endeavors.Hyundai Vehicles Available to “Add to Cart” on Amazon Autos
Car buyers around the U.S. can browse, order and finance any new Hyundai vehicle through a participating Hyundai dealer directly on Amazon Autos, and schedule a pickup from the dealer.The Latest Innovation from CHIPS AHOY! Is…Not A Cookie?! Introducing New CHIPS AHOY! Baked Bites – Bite-Sized Blondies to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
Baked into a square shape with a soft and chewy texture inspired by a brownie, CHIPS AHOY! Baked Bites, Blondie variety, are made with delicious, real chocolate chips and no high fructose corn syrup, offering an entirely reimagined CHIPS AHOY! experience. Buffalo thunders back as Zillow’s hottest market for 2025
“Shoppers nationwide should see more options for sale than in recent years, along with slow and steady price growth. That’s the good news. But both buyers and sellers should expect unpredictable mortgage rates,” said Skylar Olsen, Zillow chief economist.Girl Scouts’ 2025 Cookie Season Kicks Off Nationally, Helping Girls Across the Country Unbox Brighter Futures for Themselves
At the close of the 2025 cookie season, two beloved cookie flavors, Girl Scout S’mores® and Toast-Yay!®, will be retired.United Announces Accelerated Timeline for Starlink’s Industry-Leading Connectivity in the Sky
The airline now expects to begin testing Starlink next month with the first commercial flight anticipated to take off this spring on a United Embraer E-175 aircraft. Ultimately, United will add Starlink to its entire fleet.

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CES took over Las Vegas — and the wire — this week as companies from a range of industries shared news of their latest consumer technology innovations. From advances in mobility and AI to medtech, smart homes and much more, PR Newswire is here to help journalists and consumers keep track of the announcements tied to the consumer electronics tradeshow.

Here are just a few of the big CES press releases sent this week:

What Not to Miss at CES 2025XREAL Announces Groundbreaking Collaborations at CES 2025EcoFlow Debuts AI-Powered OASIS at CES 2025, Maximizing Energy Savings and Extreme Weather PrepSony Exhibits at CES® 2025Exclusive to CES 2025: Bird Buddy Goes Beyond Birds with New Wonder Nature Tech Product Announcement

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Inspira™ Preparing Production in Response to Spread of Respiratory Virus in China

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RA’ANANA, Israel, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Inspira Technologies OXY B.H.N. Ltd. (Nasdaq: IINN) (Nasdaq: IINNW) (“Inspira” or the “Company”), a leader in life-support technology innovation, announced today that it is preparing for a potential production ramp-up of its INSPIRA™ ART100 device. This strategic readiness comes in light of the recent outbreak of human metapneumovirus (hMPV) in China, which has highlighted the growing need for advanced respiratory care technologies globally.

Inspira is already in discussions with leading providers in affected regions to evaluate demand for advance respiratory solutions and deployment of the INSPIRA™ ART100 device, ensuring rapid response capabilities in case of increased demand.

As global health authorities monitor the hMPV outbreak, Inspira™ believes that it is well-positioned to meet potential increased demand for advanced respiratory support systems. Inspira is working closely with suppliers to secure necessary raw materials and components to meet potential demand spikes. The Company is following the hMPV situation globally and working to adjust production plans as needed.

“While hMPV is not a new virus, and experts indicate the current outbreak is part of normal seasonal patterns, Inspira believes in being prepared,” said Dagi Ben-Noon, CEO of Inspira. “Our increased production capacity will help ensure healthcare providers have access to vital respiratory care equipment should the need arise.”

Inspira emphasizes that its preparedness measures are precautionary and align with the Company’s commitment to global health readiness. The Company will work closely with health authorities in affected regions and adjust its plans based on the evolving situation.

Inspira™ Technologies OXY B.H.N. Ltd.

Inspira Technologies is an innovative medical technology company in the life support and respiratory treatment arena. The Company has developed a breakthrough Augmented Respiration Technology (INSPIRA™ ART), a groundbreaking device poised to revolutionize the $19 billion mechanical ventilation market. With 20 million intensive care unit patients with acute respiratory failure each year, many of whom rely on mechanical ventilators, the INSPIRA ART offers a potential alternative by elevating and stabilizing decreasing oxygen saturation levels in minutes without a ventilator, with patients being awake during treatment. The INSPIRA ART is being equipped with a clip-on HYLA™ blood sensor, a real-time continuous blood monitoring technology, aiming to alert physicians of changes in a patient’s condition without the need for intermittent actual blood samples, aiming to support physicians in making informed decisions.

In June and July 2024, respectively, the Company’s INSPIRA™ ART100 system has obtained FDA 510(k) clearance for use in CBP procedures, along with the Israeli AMAR certification for both Extra-Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation and Cardiopulmonary Bypass procedures.

The Company’s other products and technologies, including the INSPIRA ART also known as the INSPIRA™ ART500 or Gen 2, the INSPIRA™ Cardi-ART portable modular device, VORTX™ Oxygen Delivery System, and HYLA™ blood sensor, are currently being designed and developed, and have not yet been tested or used in humans nor approved by any regulatory entity.

For more information, please visit our corporate website at https://inspira-technologies.com

Forward-Looking Statement Disclaimer This press release contains express or implied forward-looking statements pursuant to U.S. Federal securities laws. These forward-looking statements are based on the current expectations of the management of the Company only and are subject to a number of factors and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. For example, the Company is using forward-looking statements when it discusses the growing need for advanced respiratory care technologies and its ability to adjust its plans to rapidly respond in case of increased demand. These forward-looking statements and their implications are based solely on the current expectations of the Company’s management and are subject to a number of factors and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Except as otherwise required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly release any revisions to these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. More detailed information about the risks and uncertainties affecting the Company is contained under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), which is available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

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