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The exhibition will then move to London to commence its international tour HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 January 2025 – The “Lost and Found in Hong Kong: The Unsung Chinese Heroes at D-Day” exhibition, at the invitation of the Chinese University of Hong Kong Library, has been extended to January 24th. From September 2024 onwards, the exhibition has publicly exhibited the diaries and letters of Chinese naval officer Lam Ping-yu which reveal his participation in the Battle of Normandy (D-Day) on June 6th, 1944, aboard the British battleship HMS Ramillies during World War II. Lam’s 80-page diary was discovered by chance in 2015 in a soon-to-be-demolished tenement building in Hong Kong. The diary recounts his training in the United Kingdom with 23 other Chinese naval officers and his subsequent participation in D-Day. Lam’s written records are hitherto the only primary source of Chinese participation in D-Day. By December 2024, the exhibition has attracted up to 8,000 visitors. The team has also received interest from over 40 secondary schools, organising 23 school tour groups, with a total of over 820 students visiting the exhibition. Students visiting the exhibition ranged across government schools, aided schools, schools under the Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) and international schools. Moreover, the team has created an education program to foster initiatives for community-driven individuals. “The curatorial team hopes to encourage more like-minded individuals to enrich Hong Kong’s diverse cultural landscape, playing to their own interests and expertise,” said co-curator Angus Hui. “In striving to encourage young people to take action in cultural preservation, the team has launched the H-Infinity program to share our curatorial experience and resources, in order to nurture similar community engagement projects in Hong Kong”. After the exhibition at the Chinese University of Hong Kong Library concludes, it will move to London in February as the first stop of the international tour. “With Lam’s participation in D-Day, our exhibition is committed to highlighting the long-standing connections, friendships, and solidarity between East and West”, opined co-curator John Mak. “Building on the momentum in Hong Kong over these past few months, we will continue to bring this fascinating Hong Kong story to Europe, offering a unique historical perspective to audiences worldwide.” New Breakthroughs in Historical Research After the exhibition launch, the curatorial team successfully contacted the family members of Lam Ping-yu, the owner of the diary, in Hong Kong, the United States, and Brazil. This helped the team’s research on Lam’s life from the 1920s to 2000, and his connections to Hong Kong. In mid-December last year, the co-curators travelled to the East coast of the United States to meet with Lam’s direct descendants, gathering more information to further historical research. Exhibition Details Date: September 23rd, 2024 to January 24th, 2025 Address: Digital Lab, G/F University Library, Chinese University of Hong Kong Opening Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Fee: Free Entry Hashtag: #D-Day The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Lost and Found in Hong Kong: The Unsung Chinese Heroes at D-Day Aiming to highlight the enduring cooperation and connections between Chinese and Europeans, the exhibition showcases an overlooked piece of World War II history by uncovering the journey of a group of Chinese naval officers from Chongqing to the Normandy Landings (D-Day). The project received support from nine universities and five museums in Asia and Europe, the Hong Kong consulates of France, Belgium, the UK, and the EU, as well as numerous local historians and NGOs. For more information, please see www.dday.hk or follow their Facebook、LinkedIn、Instagram page. About The Urban Studies Institute The Urban Studies Institute (考城學社, “USI”) is a registered charity focusing on the research and participation of urban space issues, and the related evolution and development in built environment, construction, aesthetics, culture, and society. Contemporary methods would be employed to narrate the urban development of Hong Kong and realise various educational schemes. USI also engages in the conservation initiatives, architecture, and community design of Hong Kong.

The exhibition will then move to London to commence its international tour HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 January 2025 – The “Lost and Found in Hong Kong: The Unsung Chinese Heroes at D-Day” exhibition, at the invitation of the Chinese University of Hong Kong Library, has been extended to January 24th. From September 2024 onwards, the exhibition has publicly exhibited the diaries and letters of Chinese naval officer Lam Ping-yu which reveal his participation in the Battle of Normandy (D-Day) on June 6th, 1944, aboard the British battleship HMS Ramillies during World War II. Lam’s 80-page diary was discovered by chance in 2015 in a soon-to-be-demolished tenement building in Hong Kong. The diary recounts his training in the United Kingdom with 23 other Chinese naval officers and his subsequent participation in D-Day. Lam’s written records are hitherto the only primary source of Chinese participation in D-Day. By December 2024, the exhibition has attracted up to 8,000 visitors. The team has also received interest from over 40 secondary schools, organising 23 school tour groups, with a total of over 820 students visiting the exhibition. Students visiting the exhibition ranged across government schools, aided schools, schools under the Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) and international schools. Moreover, the team has created an education program to foster initiatives for community-driven individuals. “The curatorial team hopes to encourage more like-minded individuals to enrich Hong Kong’s diverse cultural landscape, playing to their own interests and expertise,” said co-curator Angus Hui. “In striving to encourage young people to take action in cultural preservation, the team has launched the H-Infinity program to share our curatorial experience and resources, in order to nurture similar community engagement projects in Hong Kong”. After the exhibition at the Chinese University of Hong Kong Library concludes, it will move to London in February as the first stop of the international tour. “With Lam’s participation in D-Day, our exhibition is committed to highlighting the long-standing connections, friendships, and solidarity between East and West”, opined co-curator John Mak. “Building on the momentum in Hong Kong over these past few months, we will continue to bring this fascinating Hong Kong story to Europe, offering a unique historical perspective to audiences worldwide.” New Breakthroughs in Historical Research After the exhibition launch, the curatorial team successfully contacted the family members of Lam Ping-yu, the owner of the diary, in Hong Kong, the United States, and Brazil. This helped the team’s research on Lam’s life from the 1920s to 2000, and his connections to Hong Kong. In mid-December last year, the co-curators travelled to the East coast of the United States to meet with Lam’s direct descendants, gathering more information to further historical research. Exhibition Details Date: September 23rd, 2024 to January 24th, 2025 Address: Digital Lab, G/F University Library, Chinese University of Hong Kong Opening Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Fee: Free Entry Hashtag: #D-Day The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Lost and Found in Hong Kong: The Unsung Chinese Heroes at D-Day Aiming to highlight the enduring cooperation and connections between Chinese and Europeans, the exhibition showcases an overlooked piece of World War II history by uncovering the journey of a group of Chinese naval officers from Chongqing to the Normandy Landings (D-Day). The project received support from nine universities and five museums in Asia and Europe, the Hong Kong consulates of France, Belgium, the UK, and the EU, as well as numerous local historians and NGOs. For more information, please see www.dday.hk or follow their Facebook、LinkedIn、Instagram page. About The Urban Studies Institute The Urban Studies Institute (考城學社, “USI”) is a registered charity focusing on the research and participation of urban space issues, and the related evolution and development in built environment, construction, aesthetics, culture, and society. Contemporary methods would be employed to narrate the urban development of Hong Kong and realise various educational schemes. USI also engages in the conservation initiatives, architecture, and community design of Hong Kong.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 January 2025 – Today, Senoko Energy launches a new price plan that provides a fixed discount off the quarterly SP tariff. A first of its kind in the local market, this plan – LifeSteady – is designed to beat quarterly SP tariff fluctuations to deliver guaranteed savings for households. Figure 1: LifeSteady provides fixed discount off quarterly SP tariff “In today’s uncertain economic environment, Senoko Energy reaffirms our commitment to helping families “live smart, save smart” with guaranteed savings when they switch to Senoko Energy. Our aim is to deliver greater value to customers over the long term and be their preferred energy partner,” said James Chong, Senior Vice President, Senoko Energy Commercial Division. Guaranteed Savings Against Uncertain Energy Prices The LifeSteady plan comes amid higher cost of living concerns among Singaporeans and an increasingly unpredictable economic outlook[1]. With global economic uncertainty directly impacting global fuel and gas prices, which in turn affects quarterly SP tariff fluctuations[2], LifeSteady guarantees consistent monthly savings with a fixed discount of 1.64c/kWh (incl. GST) lower than quarterly SP tariff, providing households considerable savings overtime depending on the duration of the plan. LifeSteady24 LifeSteady36 Average monthly electricity bills with SP Savings per month with LifeSteady Savings across 24 months Savings across 36 months $150 $8.03 $193 $289 $300 $16.05 $385 $578 $450 $24.08 $578 $867 Figure 2: Example of Guaranteed Total Savings over 24 or 36 months In addition to electricity bill savings, customers can look forward to promotional gifts or bill rebates worth up to $359 when signing up with recurring payment. These include a Xiaomi Robot Cleaner, PRISM+ Aura Air Purifier and Philips Air Fryer. No security deposit is required to sign up and households can continue to enjoy their U-Save rebates with Senoko Energy. Customers who switch from their existing provider can expect a seamless transition with no disruption to their electricity. At the forefront of powering the nation’s growth since its inception, Senoko Energy is one of the largest power plants in Singapore. Committed to delivering safe, innovative, and sustainable energy solutions, the group dedicates themselves to powering Singapore’s journey towards carbon neutrality and supporting the nation’s environmental goals. To find out more about LifeSteady, visit Senoko Energy’s website. [1] Singapore economy beats forecasts in Q4 2024 but analysts see tougher 2025 growth outlook: https://www.straitstimes.com/business/economy/singapore-economy-grew-4-3-in-q4-slowing-from-previous-quarter [2] Energy Market Authority. Factors Influencing Prices: https://www.ema.gov.sg/consumer-information/electricity/buying-electricity/electricity-prices Hashtag: #SenokoEnergy The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Senoko Energy Senoko Energy Pte Ltd provides energy for life to generations of Singaporeans, delivering safe, innovative, and efficient energy supply to customers since 1977. Integral to Singapore’s development, it is a pioneer in power generation and energy solutions, serving Singapore’s energy needs with proven reliable performance. As one of the largest power generation companies by installed capacity in Singapore, Senoko Energy has a licensed capacity of 3,300 megawatts (MW), providing about one-fifth of the nation’s electricity needs. It is owned by a consortium comprising Marubeni Corporation, Sembcorp Industries, The Kansai Electric Power Co. Inc., Kyushu Electric Power Co. Inc. and Japan Bank for International Cooperation. Visit www.senokoenergy.com for more information.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 January 2025 – Today, Senoko Energy launches a new price plan that provides a fixed discount off the quarterly SP tariff. A first of its kind in the local market, this plan – LifeSteady – is designed to beat quarterly SP tariff fluctuations to deliver guaranteed savings for households. Figure 1: LifeSteady provides fixed discount off quarterly SP tariff “In today’s uncertain economic environment, Senoko Energy reaffirms our commitment to helping families “live smart, save smart” with guaranteed savings when they switch to Senoko Energy. Our aim is to deliver greater value to customers over the long term and be their preferred energy partner,” said James Chong, Senior Vice President, Senoko Energy Commercial Division. Guaranteed Savings Against Uncertain Energy Prices The LifeSteady plan comes amid higher cost of living concerns among Singaporeans and an increasingly unpredictable economic outlook[1]. With global economic uncertainty directly impacting global fuel and gas prices, which in turn affects quarterly SP tariff fluctuations[2], LifeSteady guarantees consistent monthly savings with a fixed discount of 1.64c/kWh (incl. GST) lower than quarterly SP tariff, providing households considerable savings overtime depending on the duration of the plan. LifeSteady24 LifeSteady36 Average monthly electricity bills with SP Savings per month with LifeSteady Savings across 24 months Savings across 36 months $150 $8.03 $193 $289 $300 $16.05 $385 $578 $450 $24.08 $578 $867 Figure 2: Example of Guaranteed Total Savings over 24 or 36 months In addition to electricity bill savings, customers can look forward to promotional gifts or bill rebates worth up to $359 when signing up with recurring payment. These include a Xiaomi Robot Cleaner, PRISM+ Aura Air Purifier and Philips Air Fryer. No security deposit is required to sign up and households can continue to enjoy their U-Save rebates with Senoko Energy. Customers who switch from their existing provider can expect a seamless transition with no disruption to their electricity. At the forefront of powering the nation’s growth since its inception, Senoko Energy is one of the largest power plants in Singapore. Committed to delivering safe, innovative, and sustainable energy solutions, the group dedicates themselves to powering Singapore’s journey towards carbon neutrality and supporting the nation’s environmental goals. To find out more about LifeSteady, visit Senoko Energy’s website. [1] Singapore economy beats forecasts in Q4 2024 but analysts see tougher 2025 growth outlook: https://www.straitstimes.com/business/economy/singapore-economy-grew-4-3-in-q4-slowing-from-previous-quarter [2] Energy Market Authority. Factors Influencing Prices: https://www.ema.gov.sg/consumer-information/electricity/buying-electricity/electricity-prices Hashtag: #SenokoEnergy The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Senoko Energy Senoko Energy Pte Ltd provides energy for life to generations of Singaporeans, delivering safe, innovative, and efficient energy supply to customers since 1977. Integral to Singapore’s development, it is a pioneer in power generation and energy solutions, serving Singapore’s energy needs with proven reliable performance. As one of the largest power generation companies by installed capacity in Singapore, Senoko Energy has a licensed capacity of 3,300 megawatts (MW), providing about one-fifth of the nation’s electricity needs. It is owned by a consortium comprising Marubeni Corporation, Sembcorp Industries, The Kansai Electric Power Co. Inc., Kyushu Electric Power Co. Inc. and Japan Bank for International Cooperation. Visit www.senokoenergy.com for more information.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 January 2025 – Infinity Financial Advisory is pleased to announce the launch of the i-NITIATE® Client App 2.0, an upgraded platform designed to improve the wealth management experience for its clients. This new app provides easy access to your financial data, and insightful content – all while rewarding you for staying engaged. i-NITIATE® Client App 2.0 The i-NITIATE® Client App 2.0 offers a unified platform for all your financial management needs. Exclusively for Infinity FA clients, the app enables easy access to your investment portfolio, policy details, and other exclusive benefits from our partners, all from a single user-friendly interface. You can find out more about i-NITIATE® Client App at client-app.infinityfa.com.sg. Improved Financial Management This updated app introduces a rewards system that encourages engagement through activities like logging in and attending seminars, with the option to earn and redeem Infinity Points. It also includes partnerships for high-yield savings accounts and premium services, aimed at simplifying and enhancing your financial strategy. Key Features The app’s user-friendly design supports efficient financial management, whether you are tracking investments or accessing personalised advice. It features robust security measures, including biometric authentication, to protect your data. New features include the “Enquire Shortfall” tool, which helps identify and address gaps in your financial coverage, and the “Coin Frenzy” in-app game, which offers a fun way to earn rewards through monthly competitions. Leadership Insight Poh Choon Kia, CEO of Infinity Financial Advisory, said, “We are pleased to introduce this major revamp of our i-NITIATE® Client App. The i-NITIATE® Client App is an extension of our commitment to making your financial journey simpler, more secure, and highly rewarding for you.” Hashtag: #InfinityFinancialAdvisory http://client-app.infinityfa.com.sghttps://sg.linkedin.com/company/infinity-financial-advisoryhttps://www.facebook.com/InfinityFinancialAdvisoryPteLtdhttps://www.instagram.com/infinityfinancialadvisory/ The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Infinity Financial Advisory Come As You Are, Leap Forward With Us. Infinity Financial Advisory started in July 2023, and currently has a company size of almost 280 financial advisors and staff. At Infinity FA, our vision is to be our clients’ guiding light through the infinite financial universe, one that is filled with countless options and opportunities. We focus on advancing wealth management with innovative solutions and personalised service, striving to support our clients with effective tools and exceptional service. For more information about the i-NITIATE® Client App or Infinity Financial Advisory, please contact: [email protected]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 January 2025 – Infinity Financial Advisory is pleased to announce the launch of the i-NITIATE® Client App 2.0, an upgraded platform designed to improve the wealth management experience for its clients. This new app provides easy access to your financial data, and insightful content – all while rewarding you for staying engaged. i-NITIATE® Client App 2.0 The i-NITIATE® Client App 2.0 offers a unified platform for all your financial management needs. Exclusively for Infinity FA clients, the app enables easy access to your investment portfolio, policy details, and other exclusive benefits from our partners, all from a single user-friendly interface. You can find out more about i-NITIATE® Client App at client-app.infinityfa.com.sg. Improved Financial Management This updated app introduces a rewards system that encourages engagement through activities like logging in and attending seminars, with the option to earn and redeem Infinity Points. It also includes partnerships for high-yield savings accounts and premium services, aimed at simplifying and enhancing your financial strategy. Key Features The app’s user-friendly design supports efficient financial management, whether you are tracking investments or accessing personalised advice. It features robust security measures, including biometric authentication, to protect your data. New features include the “Enquire Shortfall” tool, which helps identify and address gaps in your financial coverage, and the “Coin Frenzy” in-app game, which offers a fun way to earn rewards through monthly competitions. Leadership Insight Poh Choon Kia, CEO of Infinity Financial Advisory, said, “We are pleased to introduce this major revamp of our i-NITIATE® Client App. The i-NITIATE® Client App is an extension of our commitment to making your financial journey simpler, more secure, and highly rewarding for you.” Hashtag: #InfinityFinancialAdvisory http://client-app.infinityfa.com.sghttps://sg.linkedin.com/company/infinity-financial-advisoryhttps://www.facebook.com/InfinityFinancialAdvisoryPteLtdhttps://www.instagram.com/infinityfinancialadvisory/ The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Infinity Financial Advisory Come As You Are, Leap Forward With Us. Infinity Financial Advisory started in July 2023, and currently has a company size of almost 280 financial advisors and staff. At Infinity FA, our vision is to be our clients’ guiding light through the infinite financial universe, one that is filled with countless options and opportunities. We focus on advancing wealth management with innovative solutions and personalised service, striving to support our clients with effective tools and exceptional service. For more information about the i-NITIATE® Client App or Infinity Financial Advisory, please contact: [email protected]

DHAKA, BANGLADESH – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 January 2025 – The Best Places to Work certification program has recognized Foodpanda and Novo Nordisk as the top two best places to work in Bangladesh for 2024. These leading organizations are celebrated for their exceptional commitment to employee well-being, innovation, and the creation of people-first workplace cultures. Foodpanda, a leading online food delivery platform, has earned the top spot in Bangladesh for its dedication to fostering a work environment where employees are empowered, supported, and encouraged to thrive. The company’s emphasis on work-life balance, growth opportunities, and a collaborative atmosphere has set a new benchmark for excellence in the region. In addition to its people-first initiatives, Foodpanda has invested heavily in modern workplace technologies, employee recognition programs, and regular feedback mechanisms. These efforts ensure continuous improvement and a workplace where employees feel heard and appreciated. Foodpanda’s commitment to driving employee engagement, building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and offering personal and professional growth has contributed to its success as the number one employer in the country. Novo Nordisk, a global healthcare leader, secured the second position for its focus on employee well-being and professional development. The company has built a people-centric culture that emphasizes innovation, inclusion, and flexibility, ensuring that its employees feel valued and motivated to excel. Furthermore, Novo Nordisk has introduced comprehensive wellness programs, mental health support, and initiatives promoting gender equity and sustainability within the workplace. These efforts reflect the company’s long-standing mission to create a positive and enriching environment for its workforce. Novo Nordisk offers continuous opportunities for growth and development, empowering its workforce to achieve both personal and professional success. Its commitment to fostering a balanced and supportive work environment has earned it a place among the top employers in Bangladesh. These two companies have set exceptional standards for workplace excellence in Bangladesh, providing environments where employees are valued, supported, and motivated to contribute to organizational success. Hashtag: #BestPlacesToWork The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Best Places to Work Best Places to Work is an international certification program recognized for identifying top workplaces worldwide. The program helps organizations benchmark their HR practices, improve employee satisfaction, and celebrate outstanding employee experiences. For more information, visit: www.bestplacestoworkfor.org

DHAKA, BANGLADESH – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 January 2025 – The Best Places to Work certification program has recognized Foodpanda and Novo Nordisk as the top two best places to work in Bangladesh for 2024. These leading organizations are celebrated for their exceptional commitment to employee well-being, innovation, and the creation of people-first workplace cultures. Foodpanda, a leading online food delivery platform, has earned the top spot in Bangladesh for its dedication to fostering a work environment where employees are empowered, supported, and encouraged to thrive. The company’s emphasis on work-life balance, growth opportunities, and a collaborative atmosphere has set a new benchmark for excellence in the region. In addition to its people-first initiatives, Foodpanda has invested heavily in modern workplace technologies, employee recognition programs, and regular feedback mechanisms. These efforts ensure continuous improvement and a workplace where employees feel heard and appreciated. Foodpanda’s commitment to driving employee engagement, building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and offering personal and professional growth has contributed to its success as the number one employer in the country. Novo Nordisk, a global healthcare leader, secured the second position for its focus on employee well-being and professional development. The company has built a people-centric culture that emphasizes innovation, inclusion, and flexibility, ensuring that its employees feel valued and motivated to excel. Furthermore, Novo Nordisk has introduced comprehensive wellness programs, mental health support, and initiatives promoting gender equity and sustainability within the workplace. These efforts reflect the company’s long-standing mission to create a positive and enriching environment for its workforce. Novo Nordisk offers continuous opportunities for growth and development, empowering its workforce to achieve both personal and professional success. Its commitment to fostering a balanced and supportive work environment has earned it a place among the top employers in Bangladesh. These two companies have set exceptional standards for workplace excellence in Bangladesh, providing environments where employees are valued, supported, and motivated to contribute to organizational success. Hashtag: #BestPlacesToWork The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Best Places to Work Best Places to Work is an international certification program recognized for identifying top workplaces worldwide. The program helps organizations benchmark their HR practices, improve employee satisfaction, and celebrate outstanding employee experiences. For more information, visit: www.bestplacestoworkfor.org

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 January 2025 – Today, IX Asia Indexes announced the 2nd Half 2024 Review of the IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System (“DAICS®“), aiming to provide the professionals worldwide with a transparent and standardized classification scheme to determine sector and exposure of particular digital assets. DAICS® classifies digital assets into 2 main categories: a) Cryptocurrencies and b) Asset Backed Tokens in a 3-tier system for each category. For Cryptocurrencies: Tier 1-Industry/ Tier 2-Sector/ Tier 3-Sub-sector; for Asset Backed Tokens: Tier 1-Asset Type/ Tier 2-Branch/ Tier 3-Sub-branch (Appendix 1). The results are as follows: a) Cryptocurrencies i) Structure and definitions Tier 1: Industry Changes The industry groups remain unchanged with 5 industries. The industry names and definitions also remain unchanged. 1) Payment (110) 2) Infrastructure (120) 3) Financial services (130), 4) Tech & Data (140) and 5) Media & Entertainment (150). Tier 2: Sector Changes The number of sectors remain unchanged with 16 sectors. There is no modification in Sector names as well as the definition of the sectors. ii) Classification Changes No Change iii) Green coins label There are 9 Greens coins in this review, labelled green in the following table: Energy Efficient Consensus Mechanism (Pos, PoH, PoA, Hashgraph) Renewable Energy Use Payment Ethena USDeG (New) FDUSDG (New) NIL Infrastructure (120) NIL SOLG VETG Financial Services (130) LEOG (New) OKBG (New) NIL Tech & Data (140) NIL NIL Media & Entertainment (150) PEPEG (New) WIFG (New) IMXG NIL iii) Coverage of DAICS® DAICS® coin coverage: top 50 coins by average market capitalization across past 90 days. DAICS® market capitalization coverage: 89.32%* The % coverage of market capitalization of the 50th ranked coin: 0.0802% Member changes within the TOP 50 coins in DAICS®: 5 coins in and 6 coins out. (For more details about the industry weighting and the 6 changes, please see Appendix 4) *As of 9th December 2024, based on past 90 days market capitalization ranking including all coins* (exclude Wrapped coins and Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) governance tokens) Note: G as ‘Green‘ labelling for cryptocurrencies that adhere to the principles of sustainability * * (For details on Industry & Sector definitions under DAICS®, please refer to Appendix 2 & 3) b) Asset Backed Tokens (ABT) i) Structure and definitions Tier 1: Asset Types Changes The asset types remain unchanged at 6 1) Culture (205), 2) Real Estate (215), 3) Financials (235), 4) Entertainment (255), 5) Natural Resources (265), and 6) Green Economy (275) Tier 2: Branch Changes The branches remain unchanged at 31. (For details on Asset types and Branches, please refer to Appendix 3). ii) Classification Changes Nil iii) Coverage of DAICS® IX Asia Indexes has not started to classify any ABT. ABTs will be added to DAICS® in the next stage when a fair amount of popular asset-backed tokens are available in the market. A new ABT registry will be made available to the public. Although there has been an increase in the number of ABTs, ABTs only comprised 0.106% of the total market capitalization of digital assets. A classification summary and definition table are available at Appendix 5 & 6. For further information regarding the methodology of the DAICS®, please refer to the “IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System”- principle and guiding methodology on the company website https://ix-index.com/daics.html. All classification changes including the ixCrypto Infrastructure Index and ixCrypto Stablecoin index will take effect on 17th January 2025. For more details on our DAICS® qualification criteria, please email [email protected]. For the diagrams in Appendix 1-3, please refer to https://ix-index.com/daics.html. Appendix 4 In and out in DAICS® Top 50 cryptos In Out 1. Sui (SUI) THORChain (THOR) 2. Artificial Superintelligence Alliance (FET) Lido DAO (LDO) 3. Ethena USDe (USDeG) Arweave (AR) 4. Aave (AAVE) The Graph (GRT) 5. Fantom (FTM) Theta Network (THETA) 6. – Maker DAO (MKR) Sector Weighting of the Classification System** Industry Weighting (%) Payment 70.406% Infrastructure 22.616% Financial Services 4.235% Tech & Data 0.541% Media & Entertainment 2.203% *Special Currency Treatment of DAICS® applies **Based on 9th Dec 2024 G: Green Label Appendix 5 Classification of top 50 coins by Market Capitalization Category Industry Sector Cryptocurrencies Cryptocurrencies Payment: Blockchain based money, designed for transactional purposes. This includes daily transactions usage and stablecoins. Transaction & Payment BTC XRP BCH LTC XLM KAS CRO XMR Stablecoin USDT USDC DAI USDeG FDUSDG Infrastructure: Bedrock blockchain that facilitates the operation of other decentralised applications. This includes the creation and running of dedicated blockchain platforms, achieving interoperability between networks, increasing the amount or speed of transactions etc Application Development Protocol & Smart Contract ETH SOLG ADA TRX TON AVAX SUI NEAR APT ICP HBAR ETC VETG INJ FTM Interoperability DOT LINK ATOM Scaling & Sharding POL STX MNT ARB OP Supporting System Nil Financial services: Tokens that provide on-chain asset management services, crypto-exchange services, funding, lending and other capital markets related services Exchange Tokens BNB LEOG UNI OKBG Lending & Borrowing AAVE Staking Nil Tech & Data: Provision of data management and storage, and development of innovative crypto technology Storage & Sharing FIL RENDER Data Management Nil Artificial Intelligence TAO FET Media & Entertainment: Recreational and media services. Including content creation and distribution, advertising through crypto-asset incentive mechanisms, gaming and collectibles Social Media & Community DOGE WIFG SHIB PEPEG Streaming NIL Gaming IMXG Metaverse NIL Note: G as ‘Green‘ labelling for cryptocurrencies that adhere to the principles of sustainability Appendix 6 IX Digital Asset Industry and Sector Classification System (“DAICS®“) Category Industry Sector Sector definition Cryptocurrencies (1) Payment: (110) Definition Blockchain based money, designed for transactional purposes. This includes daily transactions usage and stablecoins. Transaction & Payment (11010) Cryptocurrencies that are used for store of value, unit of account, medium of exchange Stablecoin (11020) Cryptocurrencies where price is pegged to a / a basket of, reference asset Infrastructure: (120) Definition Bedrock blockchain that facilitates the operation of other decentralised applications. This includes the creation and running of dedicated blockchain platforms, achieving interoperability between networks, increasing the amount or speed

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 January 2025 – Today, IX Asia Indexes announced the 2nd Half 2024 Review of the IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System (“DAICS®“), aiming to provide the professionals worldwide with a transparent and standardized classification scheme to determine sector and exposure of particular digital assets. DAICS® classifies digital assets into 2 main categories: a) Cryptocurrencies and b) Asset Backed Tokens in a 3-tier system for each category. For Cryptocurrencies: Tier 1-Industry/ Tier 2-Sector/ Tier 3-Sub-sector; for Asset Backed Tokens: Tier 1-Asset Type/ Tier 2-Branch/ Tier 3-Sub-branch (Appendix 1). The results are as follows: a) Cryptocurrencies i) Structure and definitions Tier 1: Industry Changes The industry groups remain unchanged with 5 industries. The industry names and definitions also remain unchanged. 1) Payment (110) 2) Infrastructure (120) 3) Financial services (130), 4) Tech & Data (140) and 5) Media & Entertainment (150). Tier 2: Sector Changes The number of sectors remain unchanged with 16 sectors. There is no modification in Sector names as well as the definition of the sectors. ii) Classification Changes No Change iii) Green coins label There are 9 Greens coins in this review, labelled green in the following table: Energy Efficient Consensus Mechanism (Pos, PoH, PoA, Hashgraph) Renewable Energy Use Payment Ethena USDeG (New) FDUSDG (New) NIL Infrastructure (120) NIL SOLG VETG Financial Services (130) LEOG (New) OKBG (New) NIL Tech & Data (140) NIL NIL Media & Entertainment (150) PEPEG (New) WIFG (New) IMXG NIL iii) Coverage of DAICS® DAICS® coin coverage: top 50 coins by average market capitalization across past 90 days. DAICS® market capitalization coverage: 89.32%* The % coverage of market capitalization of the 50th ranked coin: 0.0802% Member changes within the TOP 50 coins in DAICS®: 5 coins in and 6 coins out. (For more details about the industry weighting and the 6 changes, please see Appendix 4) *As of 9th December 2024, based on past 90 days market capitalization ranking including all coins* (exclude Wrapped coins and Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) governance tokens) Note: G as ‘Green‘ labelling for cryptocurrencies that adhere to the principles of sustainability * * (For details on Industry & Sector definitions under DAICS®, please refer to Appendix 2 & 3) b) Asset Backed Tokens (ABT) i) Structure and definitions Tier 1: Asset Types Changes The asset types remain unchanged at 6 1) Culture (205), 2) Real Estate (215), 3) Financials (235), 4) Entertainment (255), 5) Natural Resources (265), and 6) Green Economy (275) Tier 2: Branch Changes The branches remain unchanged at 31. (For details on Asset types and Branches, please refer to Appendix 3). ii) Classification Changes Nil iii) Coverage of DAICS® IX Asia Indexes has not started to classify any ABT. ABTs will be added to DAICS® in the next stage when a fair amount of popular asset-backed tokens are available in the market. A new ABT registry will be made available to the public. Although there has been an increase in the number of ABTs, ABTs only comprised 0.106% of the total market capitalization of digital assets. A classification summary and definition table are available at Appendix 5 & 6. For further information regarding the methodology of the DAICS®, please refer to the “IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System”- principle and guiding methodology on the company website https://ix-index.com/daics.html. All classification changes including the ixCrypto Infrastructure Index and ixCrypto Stablecoin index will take effect on 17th January 2025. For more details on our DAICS® qualification criteria, please email [email protected]. For the diagrams in Appendix 1-3, please refer to https://ix-index.com/daics.html. Appendix 4 In and out in DAICS® Top 50 cryptos In Out 1. Sui (SUI) THORChain (THOR) 2. Artificial Superintelligence Alliance (FET) Lido DAO (LDO) 3. Ethena USDe (USDeG) Arweave (AR) 4. Aave (AAVE) The Graph (GRT) 5. Fantom (FTM) Theta Network (THETA) 6. – Maker DAO (MKR) Sector Weighting of the Classification System** Industry Weighting (%) Payment 70.406% Infrastructure 22.616% Financial Services 4.235% Tech & Data 0.541% Media & Entertainment 2.203% *Special Currency Treatment of DAICS® applies **Based on 9th Dec 2024 G: Green Label Appendix 5 Classification of top 50 coins by Market Capitalization Category Industry Sector Cryptocurrencies Cryptocurrencies Payment: Blockchain based money, designed for transactional purposes. This includes daily transactions usage and stablecoins. Transaction & Payment BTC XRP BCH LTC XLM KAS CRO XMR Stablecoin USDT USDC DAI USDeG FDUSDG Infrastructure: Bedrock blockchain that facilitates the operation of other decentralised applications. This includes the creation and running of dedicated blockchain platforms, achieving interoperability between networks, increasing the amount or speed of transactions etc Application Development Protocol & Smart Contract ETH SOLG ADA TRX TON AVAX SUI NEAR APT ICP HBAR ETC VETG INJ FTM Interoperability DOT LINK ATOM Scaling & Sharding POL STX MNT ARB OP Supporting System Nil Financial services: Tokens that provide on-chain asset management services, crypto-exchange services, funding, lending and other capital markets related services Exchange Tokens BNB LEOG UNI OKBG Lending & Borrowing AAVE Staking Nil Tech & Data: Provision of data management and storage, and development of innovative crypto technology Storage & Sharing FIL RENDER Data Management Nil Artificial Intelligence TAO FET Media & Entertainment: Recreational and media services. Including content creation and distribution, advertising through crypto-asset incentive mechanisms, gaming and collectibles Social Media & Community DOGE WIFG SHIB PEPEG Streaming NIL Gaming IMXG Metaverse NIL Note: G as ‘Green‘ labelling for cryptocurrencies that adhere to the principles of sustainability Appendix 6 IX Digital Asset Industry and Sector Classification System (“DAICS®“) Category Industry Sector Sector definition Cryptocurrencies (1) Payment: (110) Definition Blockchain based money, designed for transactional purposes. This includes daily transactions usage and stablecoins. Transaction & Payment (11010) Cryptocurrencies that are used for store of value, unit of account, medium of exchange Stablecoin (11020) Cryptocurrencies where price is pegged to a / a basket of, reference asset Infrastructure: (120) Definition Bedrock blockchain that facilitates the operation of other decentralised applications. This includes the creation and running of dedicated blockchain platforms, achieving interoperability between networks, increasing the amount or speed