Press Release
HTX Ventures Invests in Babylon to Advance Trustless Bitcoin Staking
–News Direct–
Singapore / May 31, 2024 HTX Ventures, the global investment arm of the cryptocurrency exchange HTX, has announced a strategic investment in Babylon, a Bitcoin staking protocol. This investment underlines HTX Ventures commitment to fostering innovation and supporting groundbreaking technologies in the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors.
Babylon builds infrastructure that allows proof-of-stake systems to obtain staking capital from Bitcoin. The platform uses modular design and slashing functionality to let stake-base systems, such as blockchains, Layer 2s, DA layers and oracles, and incorporates Bitcoin as a staking and restaking asset.
"HTX Ventures is excited to support Babylon's pioneering efforts in harnessing Bitcoin for decentralized security," said Edward, Managing Partner of HTX Ventures. "Babylons trustless design unlocks new possibilities for Bitcoin, transforming its utility and paving the way for innovative Bitcoin-native applications. We believe Babylon will play a crucial role in advancing the blockchain ecosystem, and are proud to be a part of this transformative journey."
"This funding will accelerate our mission to make Bitcoin the security backbone of PoS systems," Babylon co-founder David Tse said in a statement. "Our team is dedicated to advancing the utility of Bitcoin beyond its traditional roles and enhancing the security of the entire blockchain ecosystem."
Babylon recently raised $70 million in a funding round led by the venture firm Paradigm. In February 2024, Babylon launched the worlds first trustless Bitcoin staking testnet, attracting over 100,000 stakers within 48 hours. This remarkable response highlights the platforms potential to transform Bitcoin into the security backbone of PoS systems. This achievement underscores Babylons technical expertise and commitment to fostering a secure, decentralized economy.
About HTX Ventures
HTX Ventures, the global investment division of HTX, integrates investment, incubation, and research to identify the best and brightest teams worldwide. With a decade-long history as an industry pioneer, HTX Ventures excels at identifying cutting-edge technologies and emerging business models within the sector. To foster growth within the blockchain ecosystem, we provide comprehensive support to projects, including financing, resources, and strategic advice.
HTX Ventures currently backs over 200 projects spanning multiple blockchain sectors, with select high-quality initiatives already trading on the HTX exchange. Furthermore, as one of the most active Fund of Funds (FOF) investors, HTX Ventures collaboratively forges the blockchain ecosystem alongside premier global blockchain funds, including IVC, Shima, and Animoca.
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Michael Wang
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https://www.htx.com/en-us/ventures
About HTX Ventures
HTX Ventures, the global investment division of HTX, integrates investment, incubation, and research to identify the best and brightest teams worldwide.
With a decade-long history as an industry pioneer, HTX Ventures excels at identifying cutting-edge technologies and emerging business models within the sector. To foster growth within the blockchain ecosystem, we provide comprehensive support to projects, including financing, resources, and strategic advice.
HTX Ventures presently backs over 200 projects spanning multiple blockchain sectors, with select high-quality initiatives already trading on the HTX exchange. Furthermore, as one of the most vigorous Fund of Funds (FOF) investors, HTX Ventures collaboratively forges the blockchain ecosystem alongside premier global blockchain funds, including IVC, Shima, and Animoca.
Contact Details
Michael Wang
Company Website
https://www.htx.com/en-us/ventures
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SweepBurger Sweepstakes Platform Introduces AI-Powered Payment Orchestration for Faster Prize Redemptions
SweepBurger deploys a multi-rail routing system that automatically selects the fastest available channel for approved prize redemptions.
TOMS RIVER, N.J., November 6, 2026 — SweepBurger, a diner-themed online social gaming and sweepstakes platform operated by Winfield LLC, has deployed an AI-powered payment orchestration system that automatically routes approved prize redemptions across multiple payment channels. According to Winfield LLC, the system is designed to shorten the time between a redemption approval and the moment a redeemed prize reaches the player by selecting the payment route expected to complete each transfer soonest.

How AI shortens the wait after approval
The system targets a stage of the redemption process that players rarely see. Even after a redemption request is approved, the speed of the transfer depends on payment infrastructure: a provider’s processing schedule, transaction limits or a temporary service interruption can delay when a redeemed prize actually reaches the player.
To reduce that dependency, SweepBurger routes approved prize redemptions across multiple payment channels rather than a single processor. According to the company, the AI system evaluates the available options and selects the route expected to complete each transfer soonest. If one channel slows or becomes unavailable, the system can shift to an alternative rail, reducing reliance on any single provider.
The routing happens automatically. Players do not navigate payment infrastructure or choose a processor themselves; the platform handles that step as part of the redemption process.
«Redemption is the point where a player finds out whether a platform does what its rules say,» said Besiki Kurashvili, Director at Winfield LLC. «Routing prize redemptions across more than one payment rail means a single slow processor does not set the pace for every player.»
Kurashvili said the deployment reflects a wider effort to apply automation to the platform’s operational tasks, so that routine work during redemption processing is handled by the system rather than left to affect the player’s wait.
About SweepBurger
SweepBurger is a diner-themed online social gaming and sweepstakes platform operated by Winfield LLC. Gold Coins are used for entertainment play, have no monetary value and cannot be redeemed for prizes. Burger Coins are available free of charge through the methods described in the official rules, including a postal request method. Prize redemptions are subject to the platform’s requirements.
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Open to legal residents of eligible U.S. jurisdictions who are at least 21 years old, or the age of majority in their jurisdiction if higher. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Age, identity and residency verification are required. Participation and prize redemption are subject to the Official Sweepstakes Rules.
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Lily and Lime Explores How Wedding Photography Plans Can Adapt to Unexpected Weather
San Francisco, California, November 10, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Lily & Lime is examining how couples can prepare their wedding photography plans for unexpected weather. Rain, strong winds, harsh sunlight, and sudden temperature changes can affect outdoor ceremonies and portraits. A flexible photography plan can help couples preserve important moments without allowing changing conditions to disrupt the entire celebration.

Weather is one of the few parts of a wedding that couples cannot fully control. Even with months of preparation, a clear forecast can change as the event approaches. Planning for different conditions gives couples more options when the unexpected happens.
A well-planned photography schedule should allow room for adjustments. Couples who schedule every portrait and major event back to back may find it difficult to accommodate weather delays. A more flexible timeline creates opportunities to move certain photographs to another part of the day.
For example, couples planning outdoor portraits can arrange an alternative time in case rain arrives during the original session. If the weather improves later, the photographer may be able to capture additional outdoor images. If it does not, an indoor location can provide another option.
Leaving small gaps between key events can also help. These periods give the photography team time to adjust without requiring major changes to the ceremony or reception schedule. The goal is not to predict every possible weather problem. It is to make sure the day can continue smoothly when conditions differ from expectations.
Couples planning outdoor weddings can benefit from identifying suitable indoor locations before the event. A covered patio, conservatory, spacious hallway, or room with large windows may provide useful alternatives for portraits and group photographs.
The best backup location will depend on the venue, guest arrangements, and the style of photographs the couple wants. Checking these spaces in advance also helps establish whether they offer enough room for the couple, family members, and photography equipment.
Indoor lighting deserves particular attention. A room that looks attractive in person may have limited natural light or strong overhead lighting. Discussing these details with the photographer can help the couple understand which locations are likely to work best.
A backup location does not need to recreate the outdoor setting. It can provide a different photographic style while allowing the couple to preserve the images that matter most.
Rain presents an obvious challenge for outdoor photography, but other weather conditions can also affect the final images. Strong sunlight may create harsh shadows and cause people to squint. Wind can disturb hairstyles, clothing, and carefully arranged decorations. High temperatures may make extended outdoor sessions uncomfortable.
Each situation calls for a different response. Photographers may use shaded areas to manage strong sunlight, seek sheltered spaces during windy conditions, or shorten outdoor sessions when temperatures become uncomfortable.
Rain can also require changes to equipment placement and movement around the venue. Couples should discuss practical arrangements with their photography team, particularly when photographs involve wet paths, exposed electrical equipment, or limited shelter. These considerations can help couples make informed decisions rather than rushing to change the schedule when conditions deteriorate.
Clear communication is an important part of weather preparation. Couples can discuss their concerns with the photographer before the wedding and identify the photographs they consider essential.
A priority list can distinguish must-have images from those that can be adjusted or omitted if time becomes limited. Family portraits, ceremony photographs, and specific couple portraits may take precedence over less essential shots.
Couples should also establish how weather-related decisions will be made on the day. Knowing who will monitor conditions, when an alternative location will be used, and how schedule changes will be communicated can reduce uncertainty.
The venue coordinator and other wedding vendors may also need to be involved. Coordinated decisions can help prevent photography adjustments from conflicting with ceremony arrangements or reception activities.
Weather changes can be disappointing, especially when couples have invested time and money in an outdoor setting. However, a change in conditions does not automatically mean the photography plans have failed.
An indoor portrait session can create intimate images that differ from the original vision. Cloud cover can produce softer light, while brief breaks in the rain may create opportunities for photographs that would not have been possible under clear skies.
Couples can also prepare practical items such as umbrellas, towels, suitable footwear, and protective coverings for clothing. These small measures can make moving between locations easier and help everyone remain comfortable.
Lily & Lime’s discussion highlights the value of approaching wedding photography with preparation and flexibility. By considering alternative locations, allowing room in the schedule, and communicating priorities in advance, couples can respond to changing weather with greater confidence.
Although no plan can guarantee ideal conditions, thoughtful preparation can help keep photography focused on the people, relationships, and moments that make the wedding meaningful.
About Lily & Lime
Lily & Lime provides wedding photography and videography services to help couples preserve the memories of their wedding day.
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Press Release
STARTRADER Expands STAR Copy with New Promoter Features in 2.0 Update
Port Louis, Mauritius, November 10th, 2026, FinanceWire
The update adds strategy promotion, cross-platform sharing, and guest browsing to STAR Copy.
STARTRADER has released STAR Copy 2.0, an update that brings strategy creation, discovery, promotion, and copying into one experience across Web, H5, and App. The release introduces new features for Signal Providers, Copiers and Promoters.
At the centre of the update is Strategy Promoter, which allows users to promote public strategies through dedicated referral links. Eligible Promoters may receive a share of the profit-sharing fees generated by eligible Copiers joining through their links, subject to applicable terms.
For Signal Providers seeking distribution, Elite Promoter introduces configurable promoter networks of up to 30 levels, with tools to define commission distribution and access reporting on promoter activity and fees, while Promoters gain clearer reporting on their own activity.
Shared links now direct users to the appropriate platform while preserving referral attribution, and Guest Mode lets visitors explore STAR Copy without logging in.
STARTRADER sees copy trading becoming more community-driven, with discovery and distribution as important as strategy creation, a shift it calls the Copy Economy. Guided by its client-first approach, the company is focused on giving clients clearer ways to explore strategies and make informed decisions about whether to take part.
“We see copy trading moving from individual decisions to connected communities. STAR Copy 2.0 gives the people who build and share strategies the tools to reach that community, within a clear and transparent structure.” — Peter Karsten, CEO, STARTRADER
STAR Copy 2.0 marks the next step in how STARTRADER approaches copy trading: building the tools that help strategies reach the right audience, while keeping clients’ choice, clarity and transparency at the centre.
About STARTRADER
STARTRADER is a global multi-asset broker empowering retail and institutional partners to access global markets through platforms including MetaTrader, STARTRADER APP and STAR Copy.
STARTRADER operates through entities licensed and regulated by authorities including CMA, ASIC, FSCA, FSA and FSC, combining strong governance with a client-first approach and a commitment to transparency, reliability and long-term growth.
Risk Warning
CFDs are complex instruments and carry a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Copy trading also involves risks, and copying another trader’s strategy does not guarantee similar results or profits. Ensure you understand the risks before trading.
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For informational purposes only. Not financial or investment advice or a recommendation to trade. Not for distribution or use where prohibited by applicable law or regulation.
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