LIVERPOOL, England, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – In a strategic partnership, Apollo Group TV is making premium streaming more accessible by introducing credit card payments for the first time. Previously limited to Bitcoin transactions, this major shift allows more users to enjoy secure, high-quality streaming with greater flexibility. As a leading provider of IPTV services, Apollo Group TV continues to redefine home entertainment with a vast selection of content, cutting-edge streaming technology, and customer-focused innovations.

Unmatched Variety of Live TV and On-Demand Content

Apollo TV offers an impressive catalog of 24,000+ live channels and 95,000+ Video-on-Demand (VOD) titles, spanning movies, TV series, news, sports, and international programming. With access to premium channels across multiple genres, subscribers can enjoy the best in live television, blockbuster films, and exclusive series all in one place.

Designed to meet the needs of a diverse audience, Apollo Group TV ensures that viewers always have access to the latest Hollywood hits, classic films, trending TV shows, and live sports events without limitations.

Expanding Payment Options: Now Accepting Credit Cards

Through its collaboration with Radium limited, Apollo Group TV has expanded its payment options, now accepting credit cards alongside cryptocurrency payments. This move reflects Apollo TV’s commitment to making its premium IPTV service more accessible to a wider audience.

“With consumer demand for seamless and secure transactions rising, expanding payment methods was a natural step,” said a spokesperson from Radium Solutions, the technology partner supporting this transition. “This collaboration ensures that more users can access Apollo TV’s premium streaming service with ease.”

High-Definition Streaming with Advanced Technology

Apollo Group TV delivers an unparalleled viewing experience, offering crystal-clear HD and 4K resolution for a cinematic feel at home. The platform utilizes anti-freeze technology to eliminate buffering, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted playback.

With a 99.9% uptime guarantee, Apollo TV users can rely on a stable, high-performance streaming service at any time—whether watching live TV, sports, or on-demand content.

Seamless User Experience & Smart Device Compatibility

Apollo TV enhances navigation with an Electronic Program Guide (EPG) TV Guide, making it easy to browse and manage content. The intuitive interface allows users to switch between channels effortlessly and discover new content.

The platform is compatible with a wide range of devices, including smart TVs, streaming boxes, mobile devices, and tablets, ensuring maximum flexibility for subscribers.

Reliable Customer Support and Lifetime Assistance

Apollo Group TV is dedicated to customer satisfaction, offering 24/7 live chat support to assist with technical issues, account management, and content recommendations.

Through its strategic technology partnership with Radium Solutions, Apollo TV ensures that its platform remains highly secure, accessible, and future-ready, continuously improving the user experience.

Join the Future of Streaming with Apollo Group TV

With its expansive content library, advanced streaming technology, and newly expanded payment options, Apollo Group TV is setting new standards in digital entertainment.

For more details on subscription plans and the latest updates, visit ApolloTVsGroup.com.

About Apollo Group TV

Apollo Group TV is a leading IPTV streaming service, providing access to thousands of live TV channels, movies, and series in high-definition quality. With a commitment to innovation, top-tier customer support, and a seamless viewing experience, Apollo Group TV continues to revolutionize premium home entertainment.

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Proprietary data and Intelligence from Elliptic allowed authorities to uncloak Garantex’s crypto activity and identify their wallets, enabling asset freezing.

Washington, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Elliptic, the global leader in blockchain analytics today announces its assistance to the United States Secret Service in their investigation into Garantex, the sanctioned Russian cryptocurrency exchange. Elliptic’s unique data and intelligence have provided vital insights that contributed to the takedown of Garantex and the freezing of assets, announced today.

Garantex deployed sophisticated cloaking techniques to mask its cryptocurrency wallet infrastructure, and evade the sanctions imposed on it by the U.S. Treasury and the European Union. To counter this, Elliptic applied its industry-leading blockchain analytics capabilities, to shed light on the rogue exchange’s complex and ever-changing activity. This involved detailed analysis to understand Garantex’s obfuscation techniques, and the development of new heuristics to flag Garantex’s wallets.

Elliptic’s data reveals that Garantex has engaged in transactions totaling more than $60 billion since sanctions were imposed on it in April 2022. It has laundered cryptocurrency from ransomware gangs, darknet markets and North Korean crypto heists. The exchange has also been implicated in laundering and moving funds for Russian elites, many of whom are themselves sanctioned.

An Elliptic spokesperson said “We have been working for nearly two years to disentangle Garantex’s evolving sanctions-evasion tactics. This has fed into our real-time screening solutions, protecting Elliptic’s customers as well as providing critical insights to investigators.” “The recent $1.5 billion Bybit theft illustrates the role that rogue crypto exchanges play in laundering proceeds of crime and enabling nefarious regimes. Today’s events demonstrate that these bad actors can be overcome.”

More information about Garantex is available here: https://www.elliptic.co/blog/elliptic-in-action-garantex.

ABOUT ELLIPTIC

Elliptic is the global leader in blockchain analytics. We power the intelligence that enables financial institutions, crypto businesses and governments to make faster, smarter and safer decisions.

Our unrivalled blockchain coverage provides market leading transaction volumes, configurability, scalability and a best in class holistic ecosystem. Our data superiority is why the world’s leading institutions choose Elliptic to help them manage risk and investigate crime.

Elliptic is recognized as a WEF Technology Pioneer and backed by investors including J.P. Morgan, Wells Fargo Strategic Capital, SBI Group and Santander Innoventures.

Founded in 2013, Elliptic is headquartered in London with offices in New York, Washington D.C., UAE, Singapore and Tokyo. To learn more, visit www.elliptic.co and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

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TAIPEI, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Recent cyberattacks targeting multisig wallets have highlighted critical security gaps. Hackers have exploited transaction manipulation techniques, deceiving users into approving unauthorized transfers, leading to substantial asset losses. These incidents emphasize the urgent need for robust transaction verification mechanisms.

To address this, CoolWallet by CoolBitX has introduced Transaction Confirmation Simulation, a new feature available for CoolWallet Pro, CoolWallet S, and CoolWallet HOT users. This function enables users to preview full on-chain asset movements before signing a transaction, reducing risks associated with fraudulent transactions.

Key Benefits of CoolWallet’s Transaction Confirmation

• Full Asset Movement Preview – Simulates and displays actual outgoing amounts and receiving addresses before signing, ensuring accuracy.
• Anomaly Detection – Identifies discrepancies between expected and actual transactions, alerting users to potential threats.
• Real-Time Alerts – Sends notifications for suspicious activity before users finalize approvals.

This enhancement significantly reduces the risks associated with blind signing. Hackers often manipulate smart contracts or user interfaces to trick signers into unknowingly authorizing malicious transactions. With CoolWallet’s improved transaction preview, users can thoroughly verify details before confirming, ensuring secure asset management.

Smart Scan Technology: An Additional Security Layer

Beyond transaction verification, CoolWallet has integrated Smart Scan technology in partnership with Blockaid to further strengthen security:

• Detects phishing attempts and malicious smart contracts in real time.
• Analyzes transaction risks and provides immediate alerts on potential threats.
• Seamlessly integrates with DeFi and Web3 applications for enhanced protection.

Strengthening Blockchain Security Standards

While these security upgrades provide advanced protection, users must also adopt strong security habits. CoolWallet recommends:

• Using a hardware wallet for storing high-value crypto assets.
• Enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA) to secure exchange accounts.
• Keeping security tools updated and staying informed about emerging threats.

About CoolWallet

CoolWallet is a leading provider of crypto hardware wallets, offering secure and user-friendly digital asset management solutions. Its product lineup, including CoolWallet Pro, CoolWallet S, and CoolWallet HOT, supports multiple cryptocurrencies and integrates seamlessly with DeFi and Web3 ecosystems.

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• SOL Arena, the Web3 multiplayer battle game developed by Chillchat ,will launch its $CHILL token at end-March 2025, following its sold-out Challengers NFT mint on Magic Eden on February 6, 2025.
  
• Delivering a fresh take on snake-like gameplay on the Solana blockchain, SOL Arena has attracted 80,000+ global players since its Open Beta launch in September 2024.
• Backed by Solana Ventures, Crypto.com Capital, and Big Brain Holdings, Chillchat aims to pioneer innovation in Web3 gaming by marrying casual gameplay with high-stakes crypto wagering in massive real-time battles.

BANGKOK, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SOL Arena, a high-stake multiplayer battle game powered by Solana and now live in Open Beta, will launch its $CHILL token at end-March 2025, which will allow players to wager $CHILL in real-time crypto battles, or stake for in-game and ecosystem rewards. After welcoming more than 80,000 players worldwide since its Open Beta began on September 20, 2024, SOL Arena’s highly anticipated $CHILL token launch follows a sold-out Challengers NFT mint on Magic Eden last month.

Developed by Chillchat, a Bangkok-based Web3 gaming studio, SOL Arena unites casual snake-style gameplay with massive real-time battles and large-scale crypto wagering. By pairing the simplicity of casual gaming with the thrill of real crypto stakes, SOL Arena delivers a fresh take on Web3 gaming on Solana — appealing to both casual gamers and competitive enthusiasts.

To support its continued growth and development, Chillchat previously secured US$8.69M in seed funding, led by Solana Ventures, Crypto.com Capital, and Big Brain Holdings. Matt Beck, Head of Investments at Solana Ventures said: “SOL Arena is introducing a new way to engage with crypto gaming — where every match matters because there’s something real at stake. This is exactly the kind of innovation that will drive Web3 gaming forward.”

SOL Big Brain of Big Brain Holdings said: “I’m hyped to see how SOL Arena evolves over time. Its approach to merging casual gaming with real-time wagering is already making waves in the Solana community.”

A New Era of Web3 Gaming: Real-Time Crypto Wagering at Scale
SOL Arena merges the simplicity of popular multiplayer snake games with intense extraction gameplay, allowing up to 50 players to compete in real-time battles to collect noCHILL, outmaneuver opponents, and strategically withdraw their winnings. The upcoming High Roller Mode will introduce crypto wagering with $CHILL, raising the stakes for both casual players and high-level competitors. SOL Arena integrates the dynamic, community-driven Solana ecosystem directly into the game, where memecoin projects, NFT communities, and token holders unite under shared teams.

“Our vision is to merge casual gaming with degenerate memecoin activity and crypto network effects,” said James Au, CEO and Game Director of Chillchat, “to deliver an exciting new player experience that redefines the thrill of ‘winning’.”

What’s Next? Token Launch and Mobile Play
Following the Challengers NFT mint in February 2025, SOL Arena’s next significant milestone is the launch of its ecosystem token, $CHILL, at the end of March.

The $CHILL token fuels SOL Arena’s in-game economy, allowing players to wager it in High Roller mode, or stake it to earn in-game rewards. Players can qualify for a $CHILL airdrop by playing the game and extracting noCHILL, or by holding Chillchat Origin or SOL Arena Challengers’ NFTs.

The official launch of the SOL Arena game, which will introduce new features such as Seasons, will include mobile versions for both iOS and Android available in mid-2025.

Join the SOL Arena Battles Now
SOL Arena is free to play now at solarena.io. Jump in, collect and extract noCHILL, and start climbing the leaderboards to secure your spot in the upcoming $CHILL airdrop.

For more on SOL Arena:
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Discord
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Telegram

About Chillchat
Chillchat is a Bangkok-based Web3 gaming studio dedicated to creating fun, accessible, and innovative blockchain-powered experiences. SOL Arena is the studio’s flagship title, merging traditional gaming fundamentals with real crypto stakes, all secured by Solana’s lightning-fast network. With an aim to pioneer the next generation of Web3 gaming, Chillchat invests in bold ideas that blend community engagement, financial incentives, and immersive gameplay.

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Riot Produces 470 Bitcoin in February 2025

CASTLE ROCK, Colo., March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Riot Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIOT) (“Riot” or “the Company”), an industry leader in vertically integrated Bitcoin (“BTC”) mining, announces unaudited production and operations updates for February 2025.  

Bitcoin Production and Operations Updates for February 2025

1. Unaudited, estimated.
2. As of month-end.
3. Average over the month.
4. Estimated power curtailment credits.
5. Estimated credits received from participation in ERCOT and MISO demand response programs.
6. Estimated. Inclusive of all transmission and distribution charges, fees, adders, and taxes. Net of Total Power Credits.

“Riot mined 470 bitcoin in February, with total production impacted by planned maintenance, elevated curtailment driven by higher power prices as a result of colder weather, and a shortened month,” said Jason Les, CEO of Riot. “In spite of these factors which impacted total production, ongoing improvements in utilization and operational efficiencies across all our facilities meant that bitcoin produced per day declined only 1% in February, relative to the prior month.

“Our AI/HPC process remains our top priority, and we have been encouraged by the strong demand we see in the market. The Corsicana Facility represents a unique opportunity to access up to 1.0 gigawatt of power by 2026 in near proximity to the Tier 1 data center market of Dallas, Texas, and we will continue to aggressively pursue an outcome that best maximizes the value of Riot’s assets.”

Investor Events

• Cantor Fitzgerald Global Technology Conference held in New York City, NY, March 11^th-12^th.
• 37^th Annual Roth Conference held in Dana Point, CA, March 17^th-18^th.

Human Resources Update   

Riot is currently recruiting for positions across the Company. Join our team in building, expanding, and securing the Bitcoin network.  

Open positions are available at: https://www.riotplatforms.com/careers.    

About Riot Platforms, Inc.   

Riot’s (NASDAQ: RIOT) vision is to be the world’s leading Bitcoin-driven infrastructure platform. Our mission is to positively impact the sectors, networks, and communities that we touch. We believe that the combination of an innovative spirit and strong community partnership allows the Company to achieve best-in-class execution and create successful outcomes.   

Riot is a Bitcoin mining and digital infrastructure company focused on a vertically integrated strategy. The Company has Bitcoin mining operations in central Texas and Kentucky, and electrical engineering and fabrication operations in Denver, Colorado, and Houston, Texas.

For more information, visit www.riotplatforms.com.

Safe Harbor   

Statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that reflect management’s current expectations, assumptions, and estimates of future performance and economic conditions. Such statements rely on the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “plans,” “expects,” “intends,” “will,” “potential,” “hope,” similar expressions and their negatives are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements relating to the Company’s development at its Corsicana Facility and the Company’s plans, projections, objectives, expectations, and intentions about future events and trends that it believes may affect the Company’s financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, short-term and long-term business operations and objectives and financial needs. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation: risks related to the Company’s growth, the anticipated demand for AI/HPC uses, the feasibility of developing the Company’s power capacity for AI/HPC uses, competition in the markets in which the Company operates, market growth, the Company’s ability to innovate and expand into new markets, the Company’s ability to realize benefits from its implementation of new strategies into its business, estimates of Bitcoin production; our future hash rate growth (EH/s); the anticipated benefits, construction schedule, and costs associated with the development of our mining facilities in Texas, Kentucky and elsewhere; our expected schedule of new miner deliveries; our access to electrical power; the impact of weather events on our operations and results; our ability to successfully deploy new miners; the variance in our mining pool rewards may negatively impact our results of Bitcoin production; our megawatt capacity under development; risks related to the Company’s inability to realize the anticipated benefits from immersion cooling; the inability to integrate acquired businesses successfully, or such integration may take longer or be more difficult, time-consuming or costly to accomplish than anticipated; or the failure of the Company to otherwise realize anticipated efficiencies and strategic and financial benefits from our business strategies. Detailed information regarding the factors identified by the Company’s management which they believe may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements in this press release may be found in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including the risks, uncertainties and other factors discussed under the sections entitled “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, as amended, and the other filings the Company makes with the SEC, copies of which may be obtained from the SEC’s website, www.sec.gov. All forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date of this press release, and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any such forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that subsequently occur, or of which the Company hereafter becomes aware, except as required by law. Persons reading this press release are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements.   

Investor Contact:   
Phil McPherson   
303-794-2000 ext. 110
IR@Riot.Inc   

Media Contact:   
Alexis Brock   
303-794-2000 ext. 118
PR@Riot.Inc   

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