The 2025 Festival Afrodisiac in Brussels brought together thousands to celebrate African culture and solidarity while spotlighting drug prevention through the Truth About Drugs mobile exhibit. With the support of the Church of Scientology and the International Association of Scientologists, coordinator Julie Delvaux and her team distributed over 1,200 educational booklets and inspired hundreds to pledge drug-free living. The initiative underscores Europe’s ongoing fight against rising drug use and highlights how grassroots actions, backed by humanitarian vision, can protect youth and communities alike.

Brussels, July 16, 2025 — Against the backdrop of the Bois de la Cambre, the weekend of July 12–13 saw the vibrant Festival Afrodisiac come alive: a family-friendly cultural event in Belgium’s capital — heart of the EU institutions — celebrating African music, dance, gastronomy and solidarity. As children laughed in the village zone and families shared Afro-market delights, one stand rose above festive cheer to amplify a critical public-health message: the dangers of drug use.

A Cultural Celebration with Purpose

Founded in 2006 and now the largest cultural festival of the African diaspora in Brussels, Afrodisiac champions solidarity and awareness, dedicating its 2025 edition to “Les enfants du Congo, l’avenir d’un continent” — highlighting African children’s rights via art, workshops, performances and food stalls.

This celebration takes on fresh resonance in Brussels, where the EU Commission, Parliament and Council symbolically reinforce messages of unity and well-being.

Truth About Drugs: Facts Meet Festival

The Truth About Drugs mobile exhibit — a new, state-of-the-art educational display made possible through the support of members of the International Association of Scientologists — was brought to life on site by Julie Delvaux, coordinator for Drug-Free World Belgium (Ditesnonaladrogue) and board member of the Foundation for a Drug-Free Europe.

From early morning setup to the final sunset, Julie and her dedicated team made a strong impression: over just two days, they engaged with hundreds of visitors through the immersive exhibit, inspired individuals to sign the drug-free pledge, and placed 1,286 educational booklets directly into the hands of families and community.

Julie Delvaux reflected:

“When teenagers tried the simulation glasses after our mini-conference, they literally said, ‘We won’t touch that stuff.’ Moments like that make it worth it.”

Julie Delvaux, PRESIDENT DITES NON A LA DROGUE BELGIQUE

From youth organization coordinators to educators, a firefighter, and medical professionals, many are seeking partnership opportunities to address the growing impact of drug-related issues in their respective fields. Staff at addiction clinics are also stepping up, distributing educational materials in waiting rooms as they see an increase in patients affected by substance abuse. Additionally, a former drug user has signed up to participate in the campaign by sharing her testimony, aiming to inspire others through her story.

A Campaign Rooted in Humanitarian Vision

The Truth About Drugs initiative is part of the Foundation for a Drug‑Free World, rooted in L. Ron Hubbard’s humanitarian philosophy: “The single most destructive element present in our current culture is drugs.” His conviction that awareness can avert suffering informs Truth About Drugs’ global network — from schools to festivals like Afrodisiac.

The European Context: Stark but Surmountable

These efforts matter deeply. Across the EU, as per the European Union Drugs Agency, illicit drug use remains widespread: around 29% of 15–64‑year‑olds have used illegal drugs in their lifetime, and 8% used cannabis in the past year — around 22 million Europeans. Cocaine, the continent’s second-most used substance, reached approximately 3.5 million adult users last year, with usage concentrated among those aged 15–34.

Recent wastewater data from Brussels and Antwerp show cocaine presence doubled in 2024 compared to 2023 — reaching almost 1.2 g per 1,000 inhabitants per day — underscoring rising stimulant trends on Belgian streets. Moreover, EU-wide monitoring highlights a disturbing increase in polysubstance abuse, often mixing cannabis, MDMA, synthetic opioids and tranquillizers.

Ivan Arjona‑Pelado, President of the European Office of the Church of Scientology for Public Affairs and Human Rights, who oversees the different social campaigns Scientologist carry out throughout Europe commended the initiative:

“It’s inspiring to see young people and families choosing knowledge and responsibility over ignorance and danger. This campaign reflects a very practical way to safeguard our children’s future. We will continue to stand behind every initiative that brings truth and prevention directly to communities.”

In Brussels’ seat of European governance, where policies for the entire continent are shaped, grassroots action is proving equally resonant. The Truth About Drugs team’s exhibit at Afrodisiac bridged cultural celebration and public health, translating global drug trends into personal stories and empowering choices. As Brussels nurtures Europe’s future, so too do local campaigns champion its well-being — one informed decision at a time.

Backed and supported by the Church of Scientology and its ecclesiastical leader Mr David Miscavige, the Truth About Drugs campaign has become one of the world’s largest non-governmental drug education and prevention initiatives, active in over 180 countries and distributed in tens of thousands of schools, community groups, police departments and youth organizations. Its clear, fact-based materials have earned recognition from educators, law enforcement and government bodies worldwide, furthering L. Ron Hubbard’s vision of empowering people with knowledge as the best defense against drug abuse.

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ExtractData.app introduces an AI-powered platform that can instantly extract data from documents into Excel, Google Sheets, and more. No templates, setup, or coding required.

Florida, United States, 17th Jul 2025– ExtractData.app has officially launched its AI-based data extraction platform built to convert documents into clean, structured spreadsheet data in seconds. The tool works with PDFs, scanned documents, spreadsheets, emails, and images and exports results to Excel, Google Sheets, QuickBooks, or ERP systems.

Designed for finance, operations, and data entry teams, the software eliminates the need for manual data input. Users can upload files, define column names, and add plain-language instructions to customize results. It supports multi-row extraction and handles complex formats out of the box.

ExtractData.app requires no templates or model tuning. Users can start processing documents in under five minutes with no coding skills needed. From extracting data from contracts to scanned PDFs and email attachments, the tool adapts to varied formats automatically.

The platform is HIPAA compliant and uses AES-256 encryption to protect data in transit and at rest. It does not use customer files for AI training and operates under strict data privacy agreements.

Early users report reducing manual work by over 90 percent. One team previously spent 40 hours a week processing documents. Now, each file is handled in under 30 seconds.

“This tool is built for speed, accuracy, and real-world business documents,” said Justin Gomez, press contact for ExtractData.app. “It helps teams get hours back each week without sacrificing precision.”

About ExtractData.app

ExtractData.app specializes in AI-powered data extraction. Their platform turns PDFs, contracts, emails, and other files into structured outputs for spreadsheets and business systems. Built for non-technical users, ExtractData.app helps businesses reduce manual work and improve accuracy at scale.

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Bayshore Kapitalverwaltung GmbH Prepares for the Future of Asset Management with Strategic Hiring and Innovation

Berlin, Germany — As traditional finance continues to converge with digital technologies, regulatory frameworks tighten, and investor expectations evolve, one German-based firm is taking bold, deliberate steps to position itself at the forefront of this transformation. Bayshore Kapitalverwaltung GmbH, an emerging leader in disciplined asset management, is not only adapting to the future of the financial services industry—it is helping define it.

Founded by visionary financial executive Markus Winter, Bayshore Kapitalverwaltung GmbH is expanding its infrastructure, advancing the sophistication of the Bayshore Fund, and launching a global hiring initiative to attract top-tier talent in asset management, risk analysis, and quantitative research. The company’s vision is clear: to build a next-generation asset management firm that excels in a data-driven, value-oriented, and technology-enhanced investment ecosystem.

Future Trends in Asset Management: The Age of Intelligent Capital

The asset management industry is entering a new era marked by three fundamental transformations: technological intelligence, client personalization, and regulatory clarity. Markus Winter believes these megatrends are irreversible—and that firms like Bayshore Kapitalverwaltung GmbH must evolve accordingly.

“We are shifting from static portfolios to intelligent capital systems,” said Winter. “Asset managers who do not adapt will be left behind. At Bayshore, we are building the tools, strategies, and teams to lead this evolution.”

According to Winter, the future of asset management will be defined by the following:

AI-Augmented Investment Research

As machine learning tools become more accurate and accessible, asset managers can no longer rely solely on traditional models. Bayshore Kapitalverwaltung GmbH is currently integrating AI-powered research methods to enhance its Bayshore Fund stock selection and risk management protocols. This includes automated earnings analysis, sentiment extraction, macroeconomic simulations, and ESG data ingestion.

Customized Portfolio Engineering

In the future, every investor—whether institutional or retail—will demand customized exposures tailored to their risk appetite, ethical values, and life goals. Bayshore Kapitalverwaltung GmbH is developing modular architecture within its Bayshore Kapitalverwaltung GmbH Fund suite, allowing clients to select from different thematic overlays such as renewable energy, EU mid-cap growth, or inflation-hedged dividend strategies.

Transparency by Design

With European regulations such as MiFID II and SFDR reshaping disclosure requirements, asset managers must build transparency directly into their platforms. Bayshore’s new digital interface bayshore.global offers real-time fund dashboards, ESG compliance metrics, and monthly portfolio commentaries—a radical departure from opaque quarterly reports.

The Role of the Bayshore Fund in a Changing World

The Bayshore Fund is not simply a financial product—it is a strategic framework for resilient wealth creation in an uncertain world. Built around diversified equities, defensive alternatives, and opportunistic rebalancing, the fund reflects Bayshore’s belief that modern portfolios must be both adaptive and principled.

As of 2025, the fund includes allocations to what the company defines as Bayshore Stocks: companies that meet stringent liquidity, sustainability, and innovation criteria. These range from European industrial automation firms to North American AI software developers and energy transition infrastructure providers.

Winter noted that future iterations of the Bayshore Kapitalverwaltung GmbH Fund may include decentralized finance (DeFi) infrastructure exposure and tokenized real-world assets, should regulatory clarity emerge.

“We don’t follow hype. But when a market structure or technology aligns with our fiduciary duty, we will lead in that space,” said Winter.

Recruiting the Future: Talent as a Strategic Asset

One of the most ambitious parts of Bayshore’s future-oriented strategy is its human capital plan. As financial services become increasingly complex and technology-driven, the firm is executing a global recruitment strategy to attract talent across three core domains:

Quantitative & Algorithmic Research

Bayshore is actively hiring PhD-level quants, data scientists, and computational economists to build out proprietary models for multi-asset optimization, risk-on/risk-off triggers, and macroeconomic forecasting. The company is investing in Python and R-based infrastructure to support simulation-heavy environments.

ESG and Impact Analysts

As the Bayshore Fund grows, the firm is adding ESG specialists who can conduct field-based due diligence, supply chain auditing, and green finance impact assessment. Bayshore intends to lead in sustainable investing, not only through metrics but through material engagement with portfolio companies.

Regulatory and Legal Technologists

To stay ahead of EU compliance trends, Bayshore is hiring legal engineers with experience in RegTech and smart contract auditing. These roles will ensure that the company’s product design and digital reporting remain aligned with evolving rulesets, especially in cross-border investment strategies.

Flexible Work, Global Footprint

While headquartered in Berlin, Bayshore Kapitalverwaltung GmbH is building a remote-first talent model. Analysts and developers from Frankfurt, Zurich, Amsterdam, and even Singapore are already contributing to Bayshore’s fund infrastructure.

“We don’t care where you live. We care how you think,” said Markus Winter. “We want people who are obsessed with clarity, precision, and long-term impact.”

Job openings will be listed on https://bayshore.global, along with interview resources and internship tracks.

Bayshore’s Five-Year Vision: From Resilience to Leadership

Bayshore Kapitalverwaltung GmbH’s roadmap for the next five years includes the following milestones:

Asset Growth: Targeting €1.2 billion in AUM by 2030, driven by organic inflows and fund performance.

Fund Diversification: Launch of at least three new Bayshore sub-funds, including a climate equity fund and a volatility-neutral income fund.

Regulatory Leadership: Early adoption of upcoming EU Digital Finance Package mandates, setting compliance benchmarks.

AI Strategy Office: Creation of an internal AI & Portfolio Engineering Lab by 2026.

Talent Incubator: Establishment of the Bayshore Fellowship Program to train the next generation of fund managers, analysts, and ESG advisors.

Why Bayshore Kapitalverwaltung GmbH is Different

In an industry often criticized for being reactive and opaque, Bayshore Kapitalverwaltung GmbH offers something different—proactive, transparent, and purpose-driven investment management.

Founder-led Focus: With Markus Winter directly involved in strategic hiring, fund allocation, and investor communication, the firm maintains a nimble decision-making structure.

Bayshore Fund Differentiation: Unlike index-heavy competitors, Bayshore’s flagship fund is built on fundamental conviction, not benchmarks.

Technology & Ethics: The firm combines financial modeling with a strict ethical code, ensuring that innovation does not come at the cost of integrity.

Building a New Kind of Asset Manager

As asset management enters its next chapter, Bayshore Kapitalverwaltung GmbH is moving from boutique to blueprint. Its commitment to innovation, human capital, and adaptive fund architecture positions it as a rising force in European finance.

Whether through the strategic evolution of the Bayshore Fund, the rigorous development of Bayshore stock filters, or the bold global talent strategy, the firm exemplifies what it means to invest for tomorrow.

For ambitious professionals, aligned partners, and future-facing investors, Bayshore is not just a company. It’s a platform for building what comes next.

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