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Bit Digital, Inc. Announces Key Hires for Its HPC Business; Appoints Benjamin Lamson as Head of Revenue and Tom Sanfilippo as CTO

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NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bit Digital, Inc. (Nasdaq: BTBT) (“Bit Digital” or the “Company”), a sustainable platform for digital assets and artificial intelligence (“AI”) infrastructure headquartered in New York, announced today that the Company has appointed Benjamin Lamson as Head of Revenue and Tom Sanfilippo as Chief Technology Officer (“CTO”). Both executives will report directly to CEO Sam Tabar and play critical roles in the growth and development of Bit Digital’s high-performance computing (“HPC”) business. The Company has also added additional headcount across sales and AI/ML engineering roles in an effort to scale its HPC business.

Benjamin Lamson joins Bit Digital as Head of Revenue, bringing a proven track record in scaling revenue and driving growth. Most recently, he served as Head of Paperspace Revenue at DigitalOcean from July 2023 to August 2024, following DigitalOcean’s acquisition of Paperspace. As Chief Revenue Officer at Paperspace, he led a transformative go-to-market strategy that resulted in a 350% increase in topline revenue over 18 months. Prior to Paperspace, Benjamin co-founded WeDidIt, which was later acquired by Allegiance Group, where he continued to lead as Vice President of Sales. His entrepreneurial mindset, combined with leadership roles in sales and customer success, positions him to drive significant impact as Bit Digital expands into high-performance computing. He holds a BA in Communications from American University.

Tom Sanfilippo brings decades of experience in systems programming and software development to Bit Digital. Before joining the Company, he was with DigitalOcean, following its acquisition of Paperspace in 2023. At Paperspace, where he served as Chief Technology Officer from 2016 to 2023, Mr. Sanfilippo led the development of the Core GPU Compute Cloud and Gradient AI/ML Platform. His extensive expertise also includes a nearly a decade at Microsoft, where he led one of the largest development teams in the Microsoft Office group working on the precursor to OneDrive. He also held senior technical roles at Groove Networks and was a Research Scientist at the OSF Research Institute. Earlier in his career, Mr. Sanfilippo was the Chief Technology Officer at The Ohio State University, where he directed technology initiatives across the campus, and in collaboration with the Big Ten, after holding various technical positions since 1985. Mr. Sanfilippo also studied Physics, Mathematics, and Philosophy at The Ohio State University. His deep expertise in cloud computing, AI/ML platforms, and software development will be pivotal in advancing Bit Digital’s high-performance computing initiatives.

Benjamin Lamson, Head of Revenue at Bit Digital, added: “I’m excited to lead Bit Digital’s new HPC division as we enter the AI/ML space with a fresh approach. With no legacy constraints, we’re focused on delivering high-performance, reliable, and affordable solutions that truly meet customer needs. I look forward to building a go-to-market team that drives meaningful impact.”

Tom Sanfilippo, Bit Digital’s CTO, remarked: “Bit Digital understands the intersection of HPC technology and the needs of AI innovators and customers with new accelerated compute applications. These innovators need the latest advances in HPC in a production-ready form, at scale, as quickly as possible. I am thrilled to be joining a team that shares this insight and a company that is so well is equipped to deliver on it.”

Sam Tabar, Bit Digital’s CEO, commented: “We are thrilled to welcome Benjamin Lamson and Tom Sanfilippo to Bit Digital. Their combined expertise in technology and go-to-market strategy will be instrumental in accelerating the growth of our HPC business. Tom’s deep experience in cloud computing and AI/ML platforms, alongside Ben’s proven track record in driving revenue and market expansion, will enable us to unlock new opportunities and enhance our service offerings. Their leadership comes at a pivotal time as we position Bit Digital as a major player in the HPC industry.”

About Bit Digital

Bit Digital, Inc. is a sustainable platform for digital assets and artificial intelligence (“AI”) infrastructure headquartered in New York City. Our bitcoin mining operations are located in the US, Canada, and Iceland. The Company has established a business line, Bit Digital AI, that offers infrastructure services for artificial intelligence applications. For additional information, please contact ir@bit-digital.com or visit our website at www.bit-digital.com.

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Investing in our securities involves a high degree of risk. Before making an investment decision, you should carefully consider the risks, uncertainties and forward-looking statements described under “Risk Factors” in Item 3.D of our most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023. If any material risk was to occur, our business, financial condition or results of operations would likely suffer. In that event, the value of our securities could decline and you could lose part or all of your investment. The risks and uncertainties we describe are not the only ones facing us. Additional risks not presently known to us or that we currently deem immaterial may also impair our business operations. In addition, our past financial performance may not be a reliable indicator of future performance, and historical trends should not be used to anticipate results in the future. Future changes in the network-wide mining difficulty rate or bitcoin hash rate may also materially affect the future performance of Bit Digital’s production of bitcoin. Actual operating results will vary depending on many factors including network difficulty rate, total hash rate of the network, the operations of our facilities, the status of our miners, and other factors.

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Augmented Reality Navigation Market worth $6.33 billion by 2029 – Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The augmented reality (AR) navigation market is expected to reach USD 6.33 billion by 2029 from USD 1.17 billion in 2024, at a CAGR of 40.3% during the 2024-2029 period according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets™. Multiple companies like Volkswagen (Germany), Mercedes-Benz Group AG and many others are investing is augmented reality (AR) navigation which is increasing the opportunity for growth in the AR navigation market. The AR navigation market is continuously developing, with the presence of multiple players. Currently, the North America region is contributing significantly to the growth of the AR navigation market. Similarly, Asia Pacific, Europe and RoW regions are expected to be the growing market for the forecasted period.

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Market Revenue in 2024

$ 1.17 billion

Estimated Value by 2029

$ 6.33 billion

Growth Rate

Poised to grow at a CAGR of 40.3%

Market Size Available for

2020–2029

Forecast Period

2024–2029

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Value (USD Million/Billion)

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Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends

Segments Covered

By offering, type, application, end-user industry, and region

Geographies Covered

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of World

Key Market Challenge

Limited user acceptance and familiarity with AR navigation

Key Market Opportunities

Integration of 5G technology with AR navigation

Key Market Drivers

Integration of AR in automotive systems drives AR navigation market

AR navigation software to have the highest market share in offering segment of augmented reality (AR) navigation market in the forecast period from 2024 to 2029.

AR navigation software dominates the AR navigation market as it plays a vital role in providing a complete and interactive navigation experience. This category includes different types of software, such as AR mapping and localization software, which are essential for accurate positioning and spatial awareness. AR navigation apps use AR technology to give real-time directions and visual guidance, making navigation more user-friendly and engaging. Moreover, AR SDKs (software development kits) allow developers to create custom AR solutions, promoting innovation and growth in the market. AR Cloud solutions provide persistent and shared spatial data, which enhances the accuracy and usefulness of navigation services. Other software solutions, like AR HUD software and AR data visualization software, also support the industry by enhancing navigation capabilities.

Indoor navigation sub-segment of type segment in augmented reality (AR) navigation market is expected to grow at the highest growth rate during the forecast period.

Indoor navigation involves the use of technology and systems to help people find their way inside buildings like shopping centers, airports, corporate offices, educational institutes, museums, hospitals, and others. Augmented reality navigation technology use sensors, maps, and location-finding tools to give accurate directions and information inside buildings where regular GPS are unavailable.

As indoor spaces become more complex it is rising the demand for easy-to-use AR navigation. Businesses are investing in AR navigation systems to improve customer satisfaction, make operations smoother, and make it easier for people to get around in big, complex buildings. Also, the growing use of smartphones and augmented reality is helping to create more advanced indoor AR navigation systems that provide real-time, interactive guidance and useful information.

As companies realize the importance of offering smooth and easy-to-use navigation experiences for their customers and staff, the demand for indoor navigation technology rises rapidly.

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Augmented reality navigation market in North America has the largest market share in 2023.

Augmented reality navigation industry in North America is sub-segmented into the US, Canada and Mexico. The North America market is undergoing significant growth due to advancement in augmented reality technology, widespread use of HUD and HMD and rising demand of advanced navigation system that provide real-time directions, visual indicators, and interactive features with enhanced wayfinding experience for both outdoor and indoor environment. North America has strong presence of key players and startup companies within the region that promotes new innovation and technological development. US based companies such as Google LLC, Microsoft, Apple Inc. are continuously involved in developing and upgrading the existing technology.

Key Players

The key players in AR navigation companies are Google LLC (US), Apple Inc. (US), Microsoft (US), Neusoft Corporation (China), WayRay AG (Switzerland), FURUNO ELECTRIC CO., LTD.  (Japan), ARway Corp. (Canada), Wiser Marine Technologies Ltd. (Canada), Mapbox (US), Treedis (Israel), ViewAR GmbH (Austria), Artisense GmbH (Kudan Germany GmbH.) (Germany), IndoorAtlas (Finland), Hyper (London), SITUM TECHNOLOGIES (Spain), Insider Navigation Inc (Austria), Wemap SAS (France), Resonai Inc. (Israel), Oriient New Media Ltd (Israel), Navigine (US), 22Miles (US), Sygic (Bratislava), Veo (Poland), HERE (Netherlands), and Esri (US).

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HandicapMD Expands Leading Telemedicine Services for Disabled Parking Permits in Florida

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HandicapMD’s virtual telemedicine platform connects patients with licensed doctors to obtain disabled parking placards quickly, safely, and affordably.

MIAMI, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — HandicapMD, the nation’s leading telemedicine platform for disabled parking permits, has launched its services for residents across Florida, marking another milestone in its nationwide expansion. HandicapMD has already helped thousands of patients navigate the complex process of obtaining disabled parking placards through secure online disabled permit evaluations by licensed physicians.

HandicapMD, Floridians can now complete the evaluation process for a how to get a disabled parking permit in Florida from the convenience of their homes, with services starting at just $159.

“Many patients face barriers when trying to get their disabled parking placards, whether due to mobility issues, long wait times, or the paperwork involved,” says Dr. Eric Jackson-Scott, CEO and Founder of HandicapMD. “Our goal is to streamline this process for Florida residents by offering telemedicine consults with licensed doctors.”

Through HandicapMD’s telemedicine platform, patients in Florida can receive the following benefits of a disabled parking placard:

Access to designated disabled parking spaces near entrancesExtended time limits in restricted zonesExemption from parking meter feesAbility to park in residential permit zones

HandicapMD’s service is available from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, with no appointment needed. If a patient does not qualify for a disabled parking permit, they won’t be charged for the evaluation.

“Our expansion into Florida is driven by the need to provide an easier, more accessible solution for individuals with disabilities,” says Dr. Jackson. “We’re excited to bring our telemedicine platform to Florida, helping residents gain the mobility they deserve without unnecessary delays or inconvenience.”

About HandicapMD: HandicapMD is the nation’s leading telemedicine platform for disabled parking permits, offering services in states across the U.S. The platform connects patients with fully licensed doctors for hassle-free online evaluations, helping them secure disabled parking placards from the comfort of their homes. HandicapMD is committed to improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities and providing exceptional care through its innovative telehealth platform.

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Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) Market to cross $10 Billion TAM with around 500K AMRs shipment by 2030 – LogisticsIQ

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NEW DELHI, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The global Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) market is poised for significant growth, driven by increasing demand for automation across various sectors, including logistics, manufacturing, and healthcare. According to the latest market research by LogisticsIQ (5th Edition), Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) Market to cross $10 Billion TAM by 2030 with a CAGR of ~30% between 2024 and 2030. We expect the installed base of AMRs to reach 2 million units in 2030.

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Key Market Drivers

Increased Efficiency: Businesses are rapidly adopting AMRs to enhance operational efficiency, reduce labour costs, and streamline workflows.Labor Shortages: The ongoing labour shortages in various industries have accelerated the need for automated solutions, making AMRs a crucial investment for companies.Technological Advancements: Innovations in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and sensor technology are making AMRs more capable and reliable.Growing E-Commerce: The rise of e-commerce has created a demand for efficient warehouse management solutions, further boosting the AMR market.

Regional Insights

North America leads the AMR market, accounting for the largest share due to the early adoption of automation technologies. Meanwhile, the Asia-Pacific region, especially China is expected to witness the fastest growth, fuelled by rapid industrialization and increasing investments in smart factories. US and China are going to contribute ~40% of this market by 2030.

Industry Applications

Autonomous mobile robots are being utilized in various applications, including:

Warehouse Automation: AMRs enhance inventory management and order fulfillment processes. This industry is expected to lead with more than 75% share by 2030.Manufacturing: Robots facilitate material handling and assembly line operations. Traditionally, it has been dominated by AGVs but are getting replaced by AMRs due to more flexibility and scalability features.Healthcare: AMRs assist in transporting medical supplies, improving patient care and operational efficiency. It is a niche market but high growing area to focus further.

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Top Factors & Challenges in the Autonomous Mobile Robots Market

Top Factors Driving Growth

Increased Demand for Automation: Businesses across industries are increasingly seeking automation to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs.Technological Advancements: Innovations in AI, machine learning, and sensor technologies improve the capabilities and reliability of AMRs, making them more attractive to businesses.Labor Shortages: Ongoing labour shortages, especially in sectors like logistics and manufacturing, are pushing companies to adopt AMRs to maintain productivity.Growth of E-Commerce: The surge in online shopping requires efficient warehouse and logistics solutions, driving the adoption of AMRs for inventory management and order fulfillment.Improved Safety Standards: AMRs can reduce workplace accidents by taking over hazardous tasks, leading to safer working environments.Customization and Scalability: Many AMR solutions offer customizable features that allow businesses to scale operations according to their specific needs.

Top Challenges

High Initial Costs: The upfront investment for AMRs can be substantial, which may deter smaller businesses from adoption.Integration with Existing Systems: Integrating AMRs into current operational workflows and legacy systems can be complex and resource-intensive.Regulatory Compliance: Navigating regulatory requirements and safety standards can pose challenges, especially in highly regulated industries.Limited Awareness and Understanding: Some businesses may lack knowledge about AMR technology and its potential benefits, hindering adoption.Technical Limitations: While technology is advancing, AMRs may still struggle with navigating complex environments or handling unexpected obstacles.Cybersecurity Concerns: As AMRs become more connected, they may be vulnerable to cybersecurity threats, requiring robust security measures.

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500 Pages and 160+ Exhibits Market ReportRevenue and Shipment data segmented:By form factor (Deck-load, Tugger/Pull, Forklift)By Navigation (Tape/Wire/Magnet, Reflector, QR Codes, LiDAR, Camera, Sensor, Fusion)By Function (Goods to person (G2P), Person to Goods (P2G), Conveying, Piece picking, Towing, Pallet Handling)By Application (Manufacturing, Logistics and Warehousing, Shipping, Delivery, Cleaning, Security, Hospital, Retail)Detailed excel file with 150+ market tables (Revenue and Shipment) including forecast till 2030A bottom-up analysis of Autonomous Mobile Robots Market for 19 countries (United States, Canada, Germany, UK, France, Italy, Spain, Nordics, China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, India, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Phillippines) in 5 regionsIn-depth analysis of 700 companies in the ecosystem with more than 160 company profiles.Focus Group Discussion with 100+ key industry stakeholders across the value chain to collect the first-hand information to validate our analysis. Stakeholders include components and technology providers, system integrators, robot manufacturers (OEM/ODM), robotic software & service providers, and end-user industry verticals. Apart this, study also focuses on different components and integral parts of Autonomous Mobile Robots like Motion Control, Batteries & Chargers, Cameras / Vision Sensor, LiDAR, Sensor Fusion, QR Code and Wireless Communication.2 Analyst Sessions to brainstorm furtherInvestment details excel file with 175+ M&A and ~1000 funding dealsLogisticsIQ™ Exclusive Market Map (700+ Players across more than 15 categories)

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