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VICTORIA, Seychelles, Jan. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company has released its 2024 transparency report highlighting one of the most successful years the company has experienced since its launch in 2018 emerging as the second-largest exchange ecosystem by user base. Driven by innovation, strategic business decisions and a strong demand for trustworthy platforms have pushed the ecosystem to expand beyond expectations.

The platform experienced a surge in its user base, expanding from 20 million in January to over 100 million in December—an extraordinary growth of 400%. This expansion was matched by significant advancements in trading activity, with daily volumes doubling to $20 billion. Spot trading volumes grew exponentially, rising from $160 billion in Q1 to $600 billion in Q4. These achievements have been driven by a focused strategy involving highly competitive offerings, user-centric innovations, and global expansion.

Between 2021 and 2024, Bitget’s user base saw substantial growth across various regions. South Asia grew by 200%, while Southeast Asia expanded by 140%, European users increased by 67%, and Latin America and the Middle East saw significant surges. The CIS region experienced 150% growth, and Africa had the highest increase of 300%.

Throughout 2024, Bitget introduced a range of initiatives that accelerated its growth amidst CEX ecosystems. The growth is attributed to the growing demand for digital assets worldwide for which Bitget offers a multitude of centralized and decentralized services. The integration of Bitget Wallet’s “Smart Money” tools, customized for advanced on-chain data analysis, and the launch of PoolX, a stake-to-mine platform, enhanced user engagement and diversified investment opportunities. Additionally, the company launched a pre-market trading platform, providing users with seamless access to new tokens and liquidity ahead of listings.

Bitget made a $30 million strategic investment in The Open Network (TON) blockchain with Foresight Ventures, aligning with its support for emerging trends like GameFi and Tap-to-Earn. TON’s rapid growth in transaction volumes and decentralized app adoption also played a significant role in leveraging the market opportunities.

The platform’s native token, BGB, grew by over 1000%, with its value increasing tenfold to reach $8 by year-end. A newly implemented burn mechanism, combined with enhanced token utility and an updated whitepaper, contributed to this growth. By reducing total supply and introducing a quarterly token burn program, Bitget positioned BGB as the core of its ecosystem’s future growth.

In 2024, leadership transitions further defined Bitget’s trajectory. Gracy Chen, previously the Managing Director, assumed the role of CEO, becoming the only female leader among the top 10 global exchanges. Alongside her, Hon Ng was appointed Chief Legal Officer, Vugar Usi Zade as the Chief Operating Officer and Min Lin as Chief Business Officer. This strong leadership team has been strategic in driving strategic initiatives, compliance advancements, and user-focused developments.

With this, Bitget obtained key approvals, including a UK license, a Bitcoin Service Provider (BSP) license in El Salvador, and launched a localized exchange in Vietnam. These advancements operate in alignment with regional standards while expanding its global presence.

Bitget also made strides in corporate social responsibility through initiatives like Blockchain4Her, which promotes gender diversity in blockchain, and Blockchain4Youth, spreading blockchain awareness among young professionals worldwide. These programs reflect the exchange’s broader vision of enabling inclusive growth within the Web3 space.

With its strategic investments, regulatory successes, and user-centric innovations, Bitget enters 2025 bound for continued expansion and influence within the crypto ecosystem. The past year’s achievements shows the platform’s strategic vision in shaping the future of blockchain and crypto.

For the full transparency report, please visit here.

About Bitget

Established in 2018, Bitget is the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company. Serving over 45 million users in 150+ countries and regions, the Bitget exchange is committed to helping users trade smarter with its pioneering copy trading feature and other trading solutions, while offering real-time access to Bitcoin price, Ethereum price, and other cryptocurrency prices. Formerly known as BitKeep, Bitget Wallet is a world-class multi-chain crypto wallet that offers an array of comprehensive Web3 solutions and features including wallet functionality, token swap, NFT Marketplace, DApp browser, and more.

Bitget is at the forefront of driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships, such as its role as the Official Crypto Partner of the World’s Top Football League, LALIGA, in EASTERN, SEA and LATAM market, as well as a global partner of Turkish National athletes Buse Tosun Çavuşoğlu (Wrestling world champion), Samet Gümüş (Boxing gold medalist) and İlkin Aydın (Volleyball national team), to inspire the global community to embrace the future of cryptocurrency.

For more information, visit: Website | Twitter | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord | Bitget Wallet

For media inquiries, please contact: [email protected]

Risk Warning: Digital asset prices are subject to fluctuation and may experience significant volatility. Investors are advised to only allocate funds they can afford to lose. The value of any investment may be impacted, and there is a possibility that financial objectives may not be met, nor the principal investment recovered. Independent financial advice should always be sought, and personal financial experience and standing carefully considered. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Bitget accepts no liability for any potential losses incurred. Nothing contained herein should be construed as financial advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.

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VICTORIA, Seychelles, Jan. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company has released its 2024 transparency report highlighting one of the most successful years the company has experienced since its launch in 2018 emerging as the second-largest exchange ecosystem by user base. Driven by innovation, strategic business decisions and a strong demand for trustworthy platforms have pushed the ecosystem to expand beyond expectations.

The platform experienced a surge in its user base, expanding from 20 million in January to over 100 million in December—an extraordinary growth of 400%. This expansion was matched by significant advancements in trading activity, with daily volumes doubling to $20 billion. Spot trading volumes grew exponentially, rising from $160 billion in Q1 to $600 billion in Q4. These achievements have been driven by a focused strategy involving highly competitive offerings, user-centric innovations, and global expansion.

Between 2021 and 2024, Bitget’s user base saw substantial growth across various regions. South Asia grew by 200%, while Southeast Asia expanded by 140%, European users increased by 67%, and Latin America and the Middle East saw significant surges. The CIS region experienced 150% growth, and Africa had the highest increase of 300%.

Throughout 2024, Bitget introduced a range of initiatives that accelerated its growth amidst CEX ecosystems. The growth is attributed to the growing demand for digital assets worldwide for which Bitget offers a multitude of centralized and decentralized services. The integration of Bitget Wallet’s “Smart Money” tools, customized for advanced on-chain data analysis, and the launch of PoolX, a stake-to-mine platform, enhanced user engagement and diversified investment opportunities. Additionally, the company launched a pre-market trading platform, providing users with seamless access to new tokens and liquidity ahead of listings.

Bitget made a $30 million strategic investment in The Open Network (TON) blockchain with Foresight Ventures, aligning with its support for emerging trends like GameFi and Tap-to-Earn. TON’s rapid growth in transaction volumes and decentralized app adoption also played a significant role in leveraging the market opportunities.

The platform’s native token, BGB, grew by over 1000%, with its value increasing tenfold to reach $8 by year-end. A newly implemented burn mechanism, combined with enhanced token utility and an updated whitepaper, contributed to this growth. By reducing total supply and introducing a quarterly token burn program, Bitget positioned BGB as the core of its ecosystem’s future growth.

In 2024, leadership transitions further defined Bitget’s trajectory. Gracy Chen, previously the Managing Director, assumed the role of CEO, becoming the only female leader among the top 10 global exchanges. Alongside her, Hon Ng was appointed Chief Legal Officer, Vugar Usi Zade as the Chief Operating Officer and Min Lin as Chief Business Officer. This strong leadership team has been strategic in driving strategic initiatives, compliance advancements, and user-focused developments.

With this, Bitget obtained key approvals, including a UK license, a Bitcoin Service Provider (BSP) license in El Salvador, and launched a localized exchange in Vietnam. These advancements operate in alignment with regional standards while expanding its global presence.

Bitget also made strides in corporate social responsibility through initiatives like Blockchain4Her, which promotes gender diversity in blockchain, and Blockchain4Youth, spreading blockchain awareness among young professionals worldwide. These programs reflect the exchange’s broader vision of enabling inclusive growth within the Web3 space.

With its strategic investments, regulatory successes, and user-centric innovations, Bitget enters 2025 bound for continued expansion and influence within the crypto ecosystem. The past year’s achievements shows the platform’s strategic vision in shaping the future of blockchain and crypto.

For the full transparency report, please visit here.

About Bitget

Established in 2018, Bitget is the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company. Serving over 45 million users in 150+ countries and regions, the Bitget exchange is committed to helping users trade smarter with its pioneering copy trading feature and other trading solutions, while offering real-time access to Bitcoin price, Ethereum price, and other cryptocurrency prices. Formerly known as BitKeep, Bitget Wallet is a world-class multi-chain crypto wallet that offers an array of comprehensive Web3 solutions and features including wallet functionality, token swap, NFT Marketplace, DApp browser, and more.

Bitget is at the forefront of driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships, such as its role as the Official Crypto Partner of the World’s Top Football League, LALIGA, in EASTERN, SEA and LATAM market, as well as a global partner of Turkish National athletes Buse Tosun Çavuşoğlu (Wrestling world champion), Samet Gümüş (Boxing gold medalist) and İlkin Aydın (Volleyball national team), to inspire the global community to embrace the future of cryptocurrency.

For more information, visit: Website | Twitter | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord | Bitget Wallet

For media inquiries, please contact: [email protected]

Risk Warning: Digital asset prices are subject to fluctuation and may experience significant volatility. Investors are advised to only allocate funds they can afford to lose. The value of any investment may be impacted, and there is a possibility that financial objectives may not be met, nor the principal investment recovered. Independent financial advice should always be sought, and personal financial experience and standing carefully considered. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Bitget accepts no liability for any potential losses incurred. Nothing contained herein should be construed as financial advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/3f663c4c-dc32-4a7c-bb30-bdb98db279ac

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A pioneer in curation technology reveals a next-generation solution designed to enable efficient, transparent transactions and equitable value distribution across the digital advertising ecosystem

NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Equativ, a global independent adtech company, today announced major upgrades to its all-in-one curation platform, Equativ Buyer Connect (EBC), now renamed Maestro by Equativ, that centralizes programmatic campaign management and provides ad buyers with direct access to high-quality, scaled supply. Since launching its curation platform four years ago, Equativ has gathered feedback from over 500 media agencies (including all six of the Big Six Advertising Agencies), publishers, and data curators—who have collectively created more than 30,000 curated deals—contributing to the refinement and unveiling of an enhanced Maestro by Equativ. This evolution gives curators greater control through an optimized interface, enabling them to define precise criteria for ad placements while ensuring campaigns align with brand safety, relevance, and sustainability standards, ultimately driving better outcomes.

“We are grateful to Equativ for their support in curating inventory for our campaigns, leading to better CTR, increased views and broader reach,” said Sebastián Orduvini, OMG Marketplace Lead, Programmatic. “This highlights both Maestro’s impact and Equativ’s commitment to excellence and innovation in advertising.”

A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link.

Maestro by Equativ boasts a global reach that includes direct integration with more than 70 DSPs and over 30 data providers, such as LiveRamp, Lotame, IAS, and Audigent, and more to maximize campaign efficiency. Its intuitive interface and personalized support across 19 countries ensure easy adoption and operation worldwide. Some of the expanded features of the improved Maestro by Equativ include:

• Advanced Data Capabilities: Seamless integration of first-party data, cookieless solutions, alternative IDs, and agnostic data provider support for diverse use cases such as targeting and frequency capping.
• Meta Deals for Optimization: Advanced deal management tools enabling streamlined operations and better outcomes for end buyers.
• Campaign Activation: Curators have the ability to execute direct deals leveraging Equativ’s premium direct inventory.

Additionally, new features from Sharethrough’s legacy of expertise will be released in the near future:

• Creative Enhancements: Research-backed and exclusive creative solutions designed to boost performance and engagement.
• GreenPMPs: With a simple and unique toggle button, curators can reduce the emissions of their campaigns by removing climate risk sites with unnecessarily high emissions as measured by Scope3.

“When we developed our first-generation curation technology in 2020, our goal was value creation for both media buyers and publishers,” said Parag Vohra, Chief Revenue Officer at Equativ. “As the market and client needs evolved, we refined our intuitive, all-in-one curation platform to offer ad buyers unmatched control, enabling them to streamline omnichannel strategies, leverage first-party data, and scale campaigns more effectively while still supporting the broader ecosystem.”

“Maestro helps us reach more users and utilize various ad formats, both domestically and internationally,” said Piotr Wiktor, Head of Programmatic Trading & Partnerships at IPG Mediabrands. “The platform’s testing options let us better allocate clients’ budgets, and by comparing performance through our DSP, we choose platforms with the best ROI. Equativ’s solutions often outperform competitors’ and we’ve always been satisfied with their support, helping our business grow in the right direction.”

“Equativ has been fantastic, providing invaluable training and support,” said Alyssa Allen, Vice President of Commercial Operations of Frameplay. “They’ve helped us activate in-game brand campaigns at a fraction of traditional costs, reaching highly engaged audiences.”

To learn more about Maestro by Equativ, please visit our website here.

For media inquiries, please contact: Caroline Millié Figueiredo at: [email protected]

About Equativ
Equativ, a leading independent ad platform, brings scale and simplicity to digital advertising. Following its recent merger with Sharethrough and the acquisition of Kamino Retail, advertisers, media owners, and technology partners rely on Equativ’s advanced SSP, curation, and retail media services and technology to achieve maximum business outcomes. With a focus on privacy-first programmatic video, CTV, and data-driven solutions, Equativ enables clients to activate across the digital ecosystem while protecting consumer privacy. The company’s global expertise is also backed by a team of over 750 employees across 19 countries.

Headquartered in Paris and New York, Equativ’s international teams are dedicated to fulfilling the promise of adtech, ensuring fair value exchanges throughout the ecosystem. www.equativ.com / @equativ / https://www.linkedin.com/company/equativ/

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A pioneer in curation technology reveals a next-generation solution designed to enable efficient, transparent transactions and equitable value distribution across the digital advertising ecosystem

NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Equativ, a global independent adtech company, today announced major upgrades to its all-in-one curation platform, Equativ Buyer Connect (EBC), now renamed Maestro by Equativ, that centralizes programmatic campaign management and provides ad buyers with direct access to high-quality, scaled supply. Since launching its curation platform four years ago, Equativ has gathered feedback from over 500 media agencies (including all six of the Big Six Advertising Agencies), publishers, and data curators—who have collectively created more than 30,000 curated deals—contributing to the refinement and unveiling of an enhanced Maestro by Equativ. This evolution gives curators greater control through an optimized interface, enabling them to define precise criteria for ad placements while ensuring campaigns align with brand safety, relevance, and sustainability standards, ultimately driving better outcomes.

“We are grateful to Equativ for their support in curating inventory for our campaigns, leading to better CTR, increased views and broader reach,” said Sebastián Orduvini, OMG Marketplace Lead, Programmatic. “This highlights both Maestro’s impact and Equativ’s commitment to excellence and innovation in advertising.”

A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link.

Maestro by Equativ boasts a global reach that includes direct integration with more than 70 DSPs and over 30 data providers, such as LiveRamp, Lotame, IAS, and Audigent, and more to maximize campaign efficiency. Its intuitive interface and personalized support across 19 countries ensure easy adoption and operation worldwide. Some of the expanded features of the improved Maestro by Equativ include:

• Advanced Data Capabilities: Seamless integration of first-party data, cookieless solutions, alternative IDs, and agnostic data provider support for diverse use cases such as targeting and frequency capping.
• Meta Deals for Optimization: Advanced deal management tools enabling streamlined operations and better outcomes for end buyers.
• Campaign Activation: Curators have the ability to execute direct deals leveraging Equativ’s premium direct inventory.

Additionally, new features from Sharethrough’s legacy of expertise will be released in the near future:

• Creative Enhancements: Research-backed and exclusive creative solutions designed to boost performance and engagement.
• GreenPMPs: With a simple and unique toggle button, curators can reduce the emissions of their campaigns by removing climate risk sites with unnecessarily high emissions as measured by Scope3.

“When we developed our first-generation curation technology in 2020, our goal was value creation for both media buyers and publishers,” said Parag Vohra, Chief Revenue Officer at Equativ. “As the market and client needs evolved, we refined our intuitive, all-in-one curation platform to offer ad buyers unmatched control, enabling them to streamline omnichannel strategies, leverage first-party data, and scale campaigns more effectively while still supporting the broader ecosystem.”

“Maestro helps us reach more users and utilize various ad formats, both domestically and internationally,” said Piotr Wiktor, Head of Programmatic Trading & Partnerships at IPG Mediabrands. “The platform’s testing options let us better allocate clients’ budgets, and by comparing performance through our DSP, we choose platforms with the best ROI. Equativ’s solutions often outperform competitors’ and we’ve always been satisfied with their support, helping our business grow in the right direction.”

“Equativ has been fantastic, providing invaluable training and support,” said Alyssa Allen, Vice President of Commercial Operations of Frameplay. “They’ve helped us activate in-game brand campaigns at a fraction of traditional costs, reaching highly engaged audiences.”

To learn more about Maestro by Equativ, please visit our website here.

For media inquiries, please contact: Caroline Millié Figueiredo at: [email protected]

About Equativ
Equativ, a leading independent ad platform, brings scale and simplicity to digital advertising. Following its recent merger with Sharethrough and the acquisition of Kamino Retail, advertisers, media owners, and technology partners rely on Equativ’s advanced SSP, curation, and retail media services and technology to achieve maximum business outcomes. With a focus on privacy-first programmatic video, CTV, and data-driven solutions, Equativ enables clients to activate across the digital ecosystem while protecting consumer privacy. The company’s global expertise is also backed by a team of over 750 employees across 19 countries.

Headquartered in Paris and New York, Equativ’s international teams are dedicated to fulfilling the promise of adtech, ensuring fair value exchanges throughout the ecosystem. www.equativ.com / @equativ / https://www.linkedin.com/company/equativ/

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The company to showcase its modern cloud-native suite for insurers

LONDON, Jan. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Duck Creek Technologies, the global intelligent solutions provider redefining the future of property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance, will join partners and industry leaders at ITC London taking place 27-28 January at The Brewery in London.

In addition to exhibiting, Duck Creek Director of Solution Architecture Matt Priestley will chair a roundtable discussion on “Forecasting the Future of Commercial Lines Insurance,” which will focus on innovation and the next big disruptions on the horizon for insurers. The roundtable will take place on Monday 27 of January at 15:00-16:00 in the Lower Sugar Room.

At the event, Duck Creek will also share information on how its technology is helping carriers reimagine insurance for the digital age. With its multi-geographical capabilities on a single instance, including multi-currency and multi-lingual correspondence, the Duck Creek Suite provides value to insurers serving customers around the globe. The company’s comprehensive suite of cloud-based solutions streamlines operations to enhance customer experiences and accelerates digital transformation. Attendees are invited to visit Duck Creek at booth #2 to learn more about Duck Creek solutions:

• Duck Creek Suite, low-code configuration tools, open APIs and add on products that can be implemented as pieces or one cohesive unit and integrated into the Insurtech ecosystem, including Duck Creek Policy, an agile, comprehensive and scalable SaaS solution that provides streamlined policy management; Duck Creek Billing, a comprehensive insurance billing solution designed to streamline billing processes and improve customer experiences; and Duck Creek Claims, a SaaS solution that automates workflows, simplifies data analysis with analytics, and integrates seamlessly into existing systems to streamline the process from initial report to final settlement.
• Duck Creek Payments Facilitator, a modern, end-to-end payment solution that simplifies insurance carriers’ payments delivering secure transaction capabilities as part of the proven Duck Creek Platform.
• Duck Creek Reinsurance, a comprehensive reinsurance management solution that allows insurance carriers to manage complex reinsurance programs for ceded, assumed and retroceded business, automated claims management reinsurance calculations, cash application and reporting.
• Duck Creek Loss Control, a complete loss control platform that integrates with Duck Creek Policy to streamline loss control activities while enabling risk analysis across policyholders to reduce claims, optimize pricing, and drive higher customer retention.

“Technology innovation is changing the way insurance carriers implement coverage, and Duck Creek is leading that transformation,” said Elodie Hilderal, Managing Director EMEA at Duck Creek Technologies. “The opportunity to showcase our products and engage with industry leaders at ITC London on technological advancements and emerging industry trends, enables us to help our customers rethink what’s possible when it comes to redefining business operations for the modern era.”

Duck Creek experts will be available for one-on-one meetings throughout the show. To schedule a meeting with Duck Creek at ITC London visit: Booking Link.

About Duck Creek Technologies
Duck Creek Technologies is the global intelligent solutions provider defining the future of the property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance industry. We are the platform upon which modern insurance systems are built, enabling the industry to capitalize on the power of the cloud to run agile, intelligent, and evergreen operations. Authenticity, purpose, and transparency are core to Duck Creek, and we believe insurance should be there for individuals and businesses when, where, and how they need it most. Our market-leading solutions are available on a standalone basis or as a full suite, and all are available via Duck Creek OnDemand. Visit www.duckcreek.com to learn more. Follow Duck Creek on our social channels for the latest information – LinkedIn and X.

Media Contacts:
Tara Lefave Stred/Marianne Dempsey
[email protected]

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