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Second Chance University’s Latest Podcast Series, A Mother’s Voice, Now Available on Securus Tablets

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Storytelling lifts mothers’ voices as they are often unsung, universal, catalysts, cheerleaders, and change agents for stronger entry outcomes

DALLAS, Aug. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Securus Technologies (Securus), an Aventiv Technologies (Aventiv) company and the leading provider of connections between incarcerated individuals and their loved ones, today announced the release of Second Chance University’s latest podcast, “A Mother’s Voice,” now available on 600,000 Securus tablets nationwide. Hosted by Second Chance University’s Founder and President Andre Norman, the 12-part series amplifies the voices of mothers whose stories and emotional journeys as advocates, support systems, and windows to the outside world bring to life an entirely new view of navigating incarceration with a loved one.

“When a person is incarcerated, society disconnects them as a punishment as they go through an experience dominated by courts, judges, lawyers, therapists, and others who are part of the process,” said Andre Norman, Founder and President, Second Chance University. “We overlook that separating individuals from their mothers, who are often the central support system to these individuals whose lives are changing dramatically, can be catastrophic. The stories in this series paint a clear picture, and remind us, of the role mothers can play in helping a person transform and rehabilitate.”

Norman, himself a justice-impacted individual whose father was incarcerated and who was himself sentenced to over 100 years in prison, spent two years in solitary confinement. There, he experienced an epiphany that transformed him from a prison gang member to someone who invested 20 hours a day educating himself to pursue his dreams and restore his future. He taught himself to read and to understand the law, helping chart a course towards freedom through the successful appeal of his conviction and release 14 years into his sentence.

Since incarceration, he has spent much of his adult life advocating for the justice impacted, those that are incarcerated, their families, and correctional staff, hoping to bring reform to an outdated criminal justice system. Norman now travels the world listening to and mentoring other justice-impacted individuals and families hoping to be a catalyst for change.

“I grew up in a community with many challenges, but we all knew who the ‘Kool-Aid’ or ‘candy’ mom was—the mother who looked out for everyone in the neighborhood when no one else could,” said Norman. “She offered a strong voice, free of judgement; and via this podcast, we hope to provide inspiration and understanding that empowers people to find a better way.”

Norman, a member of the Aventiv Technologies Advisory Board, has collaborated with Securus, an Aventiv Technologies company and the leading provider of corrections communications, to make the podcast series available on Securus tablets in correctional facilities nationwide. Over the past five years, Securus has invested more than $600 million in infrastructure upgrades, deploying these tablets to provide incarcerated individuals with access to safe technology that bridges the digital divide and connects them to resources that lead to better reentry outcomes.

“Aventiv believes in creating change to build a society that embraces individual experience and second chances, and we surrounded ourselves with leaders whose diversity and expertise can help accelerate progress,” said Dave Abel, Aventiv, CEO. “As a founding member of our Advisory Board and a champion for justice-impacted individuals, Andre highlights an often-overlooked insight that incarceration affects both families and communities, and connecting these networks to others with the same lived experience can bring confidence, hope, and inspiration for a better way.”

Second Chance University’s “A Mother’s Voice” 12-series podcast is available on YouTube to the general public and via Securus tablets for incarcerated individuals seeking to connect with the stories of hope, inspiration, reunification and forgiveness that are uniquely part of each individual’s return home.

Episode 1: Life Is Worth Living: Sharicca, a nonprofit founder, discusses her journey as a single mother, and the tragic loss of her son after being released by the criminal justice system, stressing the importance of mental health.

Episode 2: An Unbreakable Bond: Crystal, a remarkable mother of three, opens up about her unwavering belief in her children’s potential, which shines through as she encourages them to pursue educational and vocational opportunities while incarcerated, highlighting the hope a mother’s love can provide.

Episode 3: More Than a Number: Tekesia from Atlanta shares learnings on navigating the criminal justice system and the enduring power of a mother’s love through her son’s incarceration.

Episode 4: A Journey of Healing: Cassandra, a resilient mother from Atlanta, shares her journey navigating the criminal justice system and maintaining an unbreakable bond with her incarcerated son.Episode 5: Mama, I Should Have Listened: Tasha, an entrepreneur and advocate shares her powerful story of seeing her son in court, the devastating 40-year sentence he received as well as her unwavering love for her children and her mission to make a difference in the lives of others.

Episode 6: Love Has No Boundaries: Tiesha from Grand Rapids, Michigan shares her powerful story of resilience, hope, and unwavering love for her children as she experiences the arrest and legal battles of her son firsthand.

Episode 7: Love, Hope, and Perseverance: Lakeisha shares her incredible journey of navigating the challenges of raising three incarcerated sons and her mission to make a difference in the lives of others.

Episode 8: Struggles Build Strength: Kimberly shares how she overcame adversity and found strength through life’s challenges, including the heart-wrenching experience of seeing her daughter and son taken away in handcuffs and going through the criminal justice system.

Episode 9: The Sacrifices of a Mother: Ersela shares her powerful story of overcoming adversity and finding success, including overcoming the heartbreaking moment when her autistic son was arrested and had to navigate the criminal justice system.

Episode 10: Losing My Son to the System: Jennifer shares her heartbreaking journey of seeking justice for her son who was tragically murdered in a Georgia prison.

Episode 11: Life Without Parole: Sarah from Holland, Michigan shares her emotional journey of raising her son and the heart-wrenching experience of his incarceration.

Episode 12:  Fighting for My Son’s Future: Tiffany shares her emotional journey of navigating the challenges of her son’s incarceration and the impact on her own life.

About Securus Technologies:
Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Securus Technologies is an Aventiv Technologies company, whose focus is connecting what matters®, by serving more than 3,450 public safety, law enforcement, and corrections agencies and over 1,200,000 incarcerated individuals across North America. Securus Technologies commitment to serve and connect is delivered by providing emergency response, incident management, public information, investigation, biometric analysis, communication, information management, incarcerated individual self-service, and monitoring products and services in order to make our world a safer place to live. For more information, please visit aventiv.com/securus-technologies or follow Securus on LinkedIn.

About Second Chance University:
Second Chance University, inspired by Founder and President Andre Norman’s transformative mission, is here to support you every step of the way. Our community is dedicated to providing prisoners and ex-convicts with the education, resources, and support needed to successfully reintegrate into society and pave the way for a fulfilling life. We offer a nurturing environment where former inmates can access tailored programs, essential resources, and a supportive network designed to empower them for a successful societal reentry and a prosperous future. At second chance university, we believe in the power of education, the strength of community, and the resilience of the human spirit. No matter your past, your future is unwritten, and full of potential. For more information on second chance university, please visit us at https://secondchanceuniversity.org/.

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Mega Matrix Announced that “See You Again CEO’s Sweet Trap” Premieres on FlexTV December 20th – Can Love Survive the Test of Time?

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SINGAPORE, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Mega Matrix Inc. (“MPU” or the “Company”) (NYSE American: MPU), today announced that it released the new short drama See You Again CEO’s Sweet Trap on December 20th, immersing audiences in a gripping story of fate, choices, and the intertwined threads of past and present.

An unexpected car accident thrusts Leon, an ordinary young man, back into the prestigious family he originally belonged to, leaving Eve behind as the abandoned one. Five years later, Eve, through her hard work and talent, has transformed into an accomplished game developer. Just as she reaches the pinnacle of her career, devastating news arrives: her project has been canceled, and her department faces dissolution.

Fueled by anger and determination, Eve storms into the CEO’s office, resolved to fight for her team and her project. But the moment she opens that fateful door, she comes face-to-face not only with the Leon of her past but also with the cold, commanding CEO of a business empire. Their unexpected reunion unravels long-buried memories, drawing Eve into a whirlwind of love, power, and betrayal.

FlexTV, operated by MPU, is a global leader in short drama streaming, offering content in over 100 countries across multiple languages, including English, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, French, and Arabic. Renowned for its high-quality productions and outstanding user experience, FlexTV continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Premiering on December 20th, See You Again CEO’s Sweet Trap explores how its protagonists confront past emotions while grappling with present realities, inspiring reflection on reconciliation and moving forward. For more exciting content, please visit https://www.flextv.cc/.

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About Mega Matrix Inc.: Mega Matrix Inc. (NYSE American: MPU) is a holding company and operates FlexTV, a short-video streaming platform and producer of short dramas, through its subsidiary, Yuder Pte, Ltd.. Mega Matrix Inc. is a Cayman Island corporation headquartered in Singapore. For more information, please contact info@megamatrix.io or visit: http://www.megamatrix.io.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements in this press release other than statements that are purely historical are forward looking statements. When used in this press release, the words “estimates,” “projected,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “forecasts,” “plans,” “intends,” “believes,” “seeks,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “future,” “propose,” and variations of these words or similar expressions (or the negative versions of such words or expressions) are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees for future performance, conditions or results, and involve a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors, many of which are outside the Company’s control, that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements. Important factors, among others, are: the ability to manage growth; ability to identify and integrate future acquisitions; ability to grow and expand our FlexTV business; ability to execute the strategic cooperation with TopReels, ability to obtain additional financing in the future to fund capital expenditures; ability to establish the investment fund with 9 Yards Communications under the memorandum of understanding; fluctuations in general economic and business conditions; costs or other factors adversely affecting the Company’s profitability; litigation involving patents, intellectual property, and other matters; potential changes in the legislative and regulatory environment; a pandemic or epidemic; the possibility that the Company may not succeed in developing its new lines of businesses due to, among other things, changes in the business environment, competition, changes in regulation, or other economic and policy factors; and the possibility that the Company’s new lines of business may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors. The forward-looking statements in this press release and the Company’s future results of operations are subject to additional risks and uncertainties set forth under the “Risk Factors” in documents filed by the Company’s predecessor, Mega Matrix Corp., with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Company’s latest annual report on Form 10-K, as amended, and are based on information available to the Company on the date hereof. In addition, such risks and uncertainties include the Company’s inability to predict or control bankruptcy proceedings and the uncertainties surrounding the ability to generate cash proceeds through the sale or other monetization of the Company’s assets. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.

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The Company will also use its landing page on its corporate website (www.megamatrix.io) to host social media disclosures and/or links to/from such disclosures. The information we post through these social media channels may be deemed material. Accordingly, investors should monitor these social media channels in addition to following our website, press releases, SEC filings and public conference calls and webcasts. The social media channels that we intend to use as a means of disclosing the information described above may be updated from time to time as listed on our website.

 

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Odine Accelerates R&D and Innovation, Achieving Remarkable Growth in the Sector

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ISTANBUL, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Odine, a global technology partner, continues to achieve remarkable milestones in innovation and growth. This year, the company has stood out with its innovative R&D initiatives. In December, Odine achieved the distinction of being the first and only Turkish company to appear for two consecutive years on the prestigious 20 Top Telco Vendors Power List by UK-based Capacity Media, one of the leading publication in the telecommunications sector. Additionally, Odine was recognized as one of Türkiye’s fastest-growing technology companies under the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 program. 

AI-Driven Focus on 5G and 6G Infrastructures

Highlighting the significant strides made in R&D and innovation throughout 2024, Odine’s Chairman of the Board and CEO, Alper Tunga Burak, stated:

“This year, through strategic appointments and international partnerships, we are fortifying our growth strategy with substantial R&D investments, continuing to shape the future of the industry. To realize our vision, we have set clear strategies and concrete objectives, particularly in advancing 5G and 6G technologies. Our goals include developing fully autonomous (zero-touch) network infrastructure solutions powered by artificial intelligence and expanding our expertise in telecommunications into new domains, aiming to become a global leader in technology landscape.”

Alper Tunga Burak also emphasized the company’s focus on creating AI-supported orchestration solutions designed for private 5G and 6G communication infrastructures. “Our efforts are aligned with contributing to the development of secure and national communication infrastructures for Türkiye, while also delivering these innovative solutions to international markets to enhance the Turkish economy,” he added.

Visionary Investments to Strengthen Financial Performance

Odine’s ongoing commitment to R&D, strategic partnerships, and global expansion is poised to bolster the company’s financial outcomes while positioning it as a key player in driving digital transformation in the industry.

About Odine

Odine is a global partner empowering sustainable network transformation, building resilient and software-defined networks of the future. We are a leading technology company that enables global companies to evolve with a sustainable approach. With market-leading technology, holistic solutions, and collaborative partnerships, we will support you in reinventing your value creation formula fully dedicated to your success. Our resources are available for organizations to tap into whenever they need them. We work collaboratively to equip you with the power to evolve your business models, build new propositions, differentiate yourselves, and accelerate into new territories.

Odine is publicly listed on the Borsa Istanbul (BIST: ODINE), demonstrating our commitment to transparency, accountability, and delivering long-term value to our shareholders.

www.odine.com

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Head of Marketing,
harika.gundem@odine.com 

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Jianpu Technology Inc. Extends Its Share Repurchase Program

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BEIJING, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Jianpu Technology Inc. (“Jianpu,” or the “Company”) (OTCQB: AIJTY), a leading open financial technology platform in China, today announced that its board of directors (the “Board”) has approved an extension of its existing share repurchase program, which was originally set to expire in January 2025, for an additional 12 months, demonstrating the Company’s continued commitment to enhance shareholder value.

On January 31, 2024, the Board approved the existing share repurchase program, under which the Company is authorized to repurchase up to US$3 million of its American depositary shares (“ADSs”) or Class A ordinary shares over a period of 12 months. Under the extended share repurchase program, the Company may repurchase up to US$3 million of its ADSs or Class A ordinary shares during the 24 months from January 31, 2024.

The Company plans to continue funding the repurchases under the extended share repurchase program with its existing cash balance.

About Jianpu Technology Inc.

Jianpu Technology Inc. operates a leading open financial technology platform, under Rong360 brand, connecting users with an extensive spectrum of financial products and other products and services. By leveraging cutting-edge digital technology, the Company offers intelligent and comprehensive search and recommendation results in a seamless, efficient, and secure manner to meet the needs of its diverse audience. The Company also enables financial and non-financial partners to enhance their efficiency and competitiveness by offering digital intelligence as a service, including data- and analytical-based risk management, intelligent marketing, and other integrated solutions and services. As the Company expands into FinTech+ ecosystem and broadens its global footprint, it will continue to underscore its dedication to innovation and solidify its influence in the space of financial technology and digital transformation. For more information, please visit http://ir.jianpu.ai

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For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

In China: 
Jianpu Technology Inc.
(IR) Liting Lu, E-mail: IR@rong360.com 
(PR) Amanda Hu, E-mail: Media@rong360.com 
Tel: +86 (10) 6242 7068 

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