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Sinch Reports Increased Interest in RCS Messaging as Apple adds RCS to iOS 18

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Over 70% of Brands Predict RCS Will Become a Primary Customer Communication Channel Within Five Years

STOCKHOLM, Nov. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sinch (Sinch AB (publ)) (XSTO: SINCH), which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, reports that brands’ interest in Rich Communication Services (RCS) and RCS Business Messaging (RBM) is now rising rapidly. Sinch’s discussions with an expert panel of senior marketing and digital communications specialists from major European brands found that over 70% expect RCS to be one of their primary customer communication channels within the next five years, while 73% predict it will become the default messaging channel within a decade. 

Apple’s support of RCS, which was previously exclusive to Android devices, marks a significant step forward for both individuals and businesses. Individuals can now enjoy seamless rich content messaging between iPhone and Android users, as well as read receipts and group messaging. With the release of iOS 18.1 on October 28th, Apple now also supports RBM in select markets and carriers. Apple’s support for RBM allows businesses to communicate with audiences on all devices through a single, native channel using branded, verified senders with rich and conversational capabilities. 

According to Sinch’s expert panel, Apple’s adoption of RCS has accelerated the channel’s adoption among brands as well, with many planning or already moving to implement the new messaging standard.  Key motivators include the “verified sender” feature and the ability to communicate directly with customers without the need for third-party apps – both cited as critical factors driving RCS adoption.     

When asked about their primary motivation for adding RCS to their communications strategies, most experts emphasized the opportunity to “build innovative customer experience (CX) solutions,” followed closely by the desire of a “secure and verified communication channel.” 

The research also revealed that 90% of experts, across sectors like financial services, insurance, and retail, believe that RCS will be “extremely significant” within their industries.  

Sinch has already observed a notable 22% increase in RCS messaging volumes between businesses and customers from January 2023 till September 2024, indicating strong momentum.  “RCS is quickly becoming a must for brands looking to enrich their customer communication strategies”, said Virginie Debris, Senior Vice President of Product of messaging at Sinch. “Two-thirds of respondents believe partnerships with CPaaS vendors like Sinch are critical for success with RCS, highlighting the need for integrated, scalable solutions.”   

As brands increasingly build RCS into their omnichannel strategies, Sinch continues to lead the way, offering cutting-edge solutions catering to diverse business messaging needs and driving innovation in communication.   

Footnote: 

Sinch’s expert panel comprised of 11 marketing and digital communication decision makers, directly responsible for the adoption of customer communication technology, including RCS. The experts span across industries including financial services, insurance, and retail. The findings were completed between August-September 2024. 

For more information contact:
Janet Lennon
Director of Global Communications 

janet.lennon@sinch.com  

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HALLMARK VENTURE GROUP, INC. SECURES INITIAL $50,000 IN BRIDGE FINANCING AND WELCOMES NEW DIRECTOR

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LAS VEGAS, Nov. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hallmark Venture Group, Inc. (OTC: HLLK) (“HLLK” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce in an 8k filed today that it has secured $50,000 in initial bridge financing. This funding will drive the Company’s ongoing expansion in search engine marketing (SEM), support machine learning advancements, and facilitate key talent acquisition.

The Company is also excited to welcome Nick Cardosi as the newest member of its Board of Directors, strengthening its leadership team and enhancing its expertise.

Additionally, Hallmark Venture Group has moved its principal place of business to Las Vegas, Nevada, positioning the Company for further growth and market accessibility.

In partnership developments, HLLK has entered into an agreement with Creative Venture Capital LTD (“CVC”). Under this agreement, CVC will continue to introduce high-quality traffic to the Jubilee platform, with revenue-sharing arrangements in place to benefit both parties.

The Company has also formalized an Executive Compensation Agreement with its President and CEO, Evan Bloomberg. The 24-month agreement includes $1,000,000 in shares of Company common stock, an annual salary of $340,000, and a tiered performance bonus linked to quarterly revenue milestones.

About Hallmark Venture Group, Inc.

Hallmark Venture Group, Inc. (OTC: HLLK) is a digital marketing leader specializing in machine learning and AI solutions to automate and optimize ad campaigns. The Company’s platform provides real-time insights that maximize ROI with minimal manual intervention.

Through its subsidiary, Jubilee Intel, HLLK continues to pioneer advancements in digital marketing. The team is focused on cutting-edge projects to enhance keyword research, traffic quality, and time-series data analysis, all aimed at boosting efficiency and profitability for digital advertising campaigns.

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MedAdvisor Solutions Launches Telehealth Service on MedAdvisor Patient App, Further Enhancing Access to Care

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Patients can now book virtual provider consultations within the App

MELBOURNE, Australia, Nov. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — MedAdvisor Solutions, a global leader in pharmacy-driven patient engagement solutions, announced today that new Telehealth functionality is now available within the MedAdvisor App and is already being utilised by patients. Access to telehealth services was ranked as the 3rd most desirable feature by pharmacists, based on feedback from our extensive network of pharmacy partners1. Telehealth access via the App simplifies the patient healthcare journey, allowing patients to consult with providers and manage their prescriptions from anywhere, at any time.

This new feature in the MedAdvisor App allows patients to book virtual consultations with providers and receive eScripts following the consultation. The App also allows patients to pre-order medications from their preferred pharmacy and receive renewal reminders as needed.

The launch reflects MedAdvisor Solutions commitment to meet the evolving needs of patients and pharmacies across Australia, where more than 95,000 practitioners use Telehealth and 23% of appointments occur via Telehealth2. By making prescriptions, medication information and health services available through the MedAdvisor App patients can take a more active role in their healthcare journey, enhancing adherence and improving outcomes.

The feature allows for more seamless communication between patients, pharmacists, and providers, ultimately improving care coordination and eliminating barriers to medication adherence, such as geographic or time constraints.

“Providing seamless access to Telehealth services is a natural progression for the MedAdvisor app, providing a comprehensive resource for patients’ healthcare needs,” said Wayne Marinoff, President ANZ of MedAdvisor Solutions. “By enabling virtual consultations and eScript functionality, we are not only enhancing patient engagement and satisfaction, but also helping pharmacies streamline their operations and maintain strong patient relationships.”

To access the new Telehealth feature, patients can download the MedAdvisor App from the App Store or Google Play for free. After logging in, patients will have access to a wide range of healthcare services, including the ability to book virtual consultations with healthcare providers and receive eScripts directly within the App. The MedAdvisor App streamlines the entire healthcare journey, allowing patients to manage prescriptions, consult with professionals, and access medication reminders—all in one convenient platform.

Access to telehealth within the App aligns with the company’s commitment to enhancing access to care for patients across the country. Last year, MedAdvisor Solutions was chosen as the preferred software provider for the Expanded Scope of Practice initiatives. Today, more than 84,000 patients have received 88,400 services across 3,640 pharmacies. Additionally, 84% of pharmacies report being satisfied with MedAdvisor Solutions’ ability to help them expand the scope of health services in their pharmacy.1 By continuing to collaborate with our pharmacy partners and evolve our platform, MedAdvisor Solutions is helping to drive the future of patient-centric care.

About MedAdvisor Solutions
MedAdvisor Solutions is a global leader of pharmacy-driven patient engagement solutions that provide individualized patient experiences to simplify the patient medication journey. Our solutions utilise an empathetic, data-driven approach to engagement and an innovative, patient-centric digital experience that empower the pharmacy of the future and inspire lasting behaviour change. MedAdvisor Solutions works with over 37,000 pharmacies across the US, Australia & New Zealand to deliver our solutions to help patients take their medication safely and effectively.

In Australia, MedAdvisor Solutions has connected nearly 4 million patients through more than 95% of Australian pharmacies. MedAdvisor Solutions is on track to become one of the largest players to aid in the global transformation of the pharmacy of the future through digital patient engagement solutions. In 2018 and 2020, MedAdvisor Solutions was recognized in the AFR Fast 100 and in 2022, 2023 and 2024 received the Retail Excellence Award (REX) for Technology & Automation from Drug Store News.

www.medadvisorsolutions.com 

12023 internal MedAdvisor research of 459 pharmacists across 451 pharmacies in Australia
2Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, 6 October 2023, Does using telehealth affect our healthcare?

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MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: Louder with Crowder Joins ‘Rumble Premium’; MugClubbers Granted Full Access to Exclusive ‘Rumble Premium’ Features

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Current MugClub members are grandfathered in and will now have full platform access that includes ad-free video viewing, exclusive content, a verified badge, and other benefits.New Subscribers will have the option to subscribe monthly for $9.99 or annually for $99.Donald Trump Jr. and Kimberly Guilfoyle are confirmed to be a part of Rumble Premium.This merge between MugClub and Rumble Premium ensures continued support for the ‘Louder with Crowder’ mission as well as increased quality services for MugClubbers.For more information on Rumble Premium, access https://rumble.com/premium.

DALLAS, Nov. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Louder with Crowder announced today that its member-only subscription service, MugClub, will join forces with Rumble Premium, as both organizations look to provide the highest quality services for their loyal audiences going into 2025.

Current MugClubbers will be granted full access to Rumble Premium features — which includes ad-free video viewing, exclusive content, a verified badge, among other benefits.

Subscribers can opt-in monthly for $9.99 or annually for $99, saving 17% compared to the monthly fee.

Louder with Crowder is excited about its continued partnership with Rumble to deliver the most unique and high-quality content to loyal subscribers.

Rumble has been a consistent defender of free speech, and the company’s success is proof that the American people support platforms that unwaveringly stand by the First Amendment.

This merge between MugClub and Rumble Premium ensures continued support for the ‘Louder with Crowder’ mission as well as increased quality services for MugClubbers.

Louder with Crowder CEO, Gerald Morgan Jr., expressed his enthusiasm about this announcement.

“From the beginning, Rumble and ‘Louder with Crowder’ wanted to create a place where you can pay one subscription fee and support all of the creators you love. With the launch of Rumble Premium, we are finally making that happen. Think Netflix combining with YouTube, this is going to be huge!”

For more information on Rumble Premium, access https://rumble.com/premium.

Louder with Crowder and Rumble will continue to share updates on this growing partnership as more benefits and features are added to enhance the subscriber experience.

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comms@louderwithcrowder.com 

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