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Iris Energy commits to an enduring relationship with First Nations at Canal Flats

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Vancouver, BC, July 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Iris Energy and one of its strategic shareholders, BC businessperson Brian Fehr, have collaborated to create a high-tech bitcoin and data centre operation out of an old lumber mill in Canal Flats.

Today, Iris Energy announced that it will contribute $500,000 to four Ktunaxa First Nations communities as part of its commitment to the Canal Flats region. The contribution will be divided equally amongst the Akisqnuk, Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi ‘it, ?aq’am, and Yaqan Nukiy. Iris Energy will make this an annual contribution subject to the continuing and profitable operation of its 30MW data centre at Canal Flats, and will work with the First Nations to deepen the relationship in a number of areas, including employment opportunities. 

Iris Energy’s operations are powered by hydroelectricity previously used by the lumber mill in Canal Flats. Iris Energy’s use of this power provides much needed stability to the energy grid and ensures ongoing job opportunities and economic support.

“Iris Energy’s vision is to create sustainable data centre operations in partnership with rural communities facing economic uncertainty, creating new jobs and partnering with First Nations on whose traditional homelands we operate,” says Jason Conroy, CEO of Iris Energy.

“Iris Energy has helped to facilitate Brian Fehr’s vision of retooling shuttered rural BC mills and other dormant industrial sites into new operations – creating jobs and economic stimulus in local communities.”

“Our bitcoin mining operation in Canal Flats is just the start. Together with Brian, we are working to identify more sites, and support more rural BC communities which are adapting to new energy uses and industries.”

Eighteen months ago, Iris Energy purchased a large portion of the Columbia Lake Technology Centre (CLTC) site, a new business centre the Brian Fehr Group was creating on an un-used mill site in Canal Flats. Iris Energy built a data centre on the site and is expanding its capacity to 30MW, creating local jobs and opportunities.

The Brian Fehr Group purchased the former Canfor mill site in Canal Flats in 2018 to create CLTC. With a direct fibre optic data connection and access to ample hydroelectricity, the site was recreated as a rural business hub now housing several high-tech and value-added businesses supporting dozens of local jobs. The Group is planning to pursue several similar projects in the coming months – purchasing shuttered rural BC ‘brownfield’ sites and remaking them into something new that creates good local jobs and prosperity. Read more about CLTC here.

“What we do at each site will vary with the local conditions, but the focus of each will be taking a large, currently-unused industrial site and remaking it into a vibrant centre of local business in the new economy,” Brian Fehr says. “As we have in Canal Flats, we will be looking for partners and tenants who share our vision of dynamic, modern rural BC communities where people can raise a family with a good job, where local First Nations are engaged, and we are addressing today’s environmental challenges with sustainable technology.”

“Iris Energy is a clean, green company focused on the future and improving the economy of rural communities,” Fehr added. “Supporting their entry into BC with the Canal Flats project is a natural for me.”

About Iris Energy

Iris Energy is a sustainable Bitcoin miner that owns and operates real assets, including data centre infrastructure, powered by renewable energy. In doing so, we are supporting local communities, the decarbonisation of energy markets and the global Bitcoin network.

We provide an institutional-grade and sustainable investment exposure to Bitcoin mining, and we are poised to monetise the global digitisation and electrification transition. We are also partnering with Governments and local communities to bring much needed energy demand to Western markets facing declining industrial loads. Our operations are naturally geographically flexible and offer dynamic load management to support the ongoing penetration of intermittent renewables, as well as the (re)introduction of local employment and economic activity to regional areas. 

Our Bitcoin mining data centre project in British Columbia, Canada, is expanding to 30MW (0.7EH/s) this year and 180MW (4.5EH/s) across multiple sites in 2022, making Iris Energy one of the largest Bitcoin miners in the world. Please visit us at www.irisenergy.co

About Brian Fehr

Born and raised in Vanderhoof, Brian Fehr built the billion-dollar BID Group, which now employs about 1,800 people across BC and North America providing advanced wood product industry technology. Committed to advancing resource sector technology, BID Group has developed biomass energy systems using wood waste to create sustainable energy, as well as wood milling systems powered by artificial intelligence to cut logs in a single pass and maximize the amount of usable lumber from each log. Fehr received the Order of BC in 2018 in recognition for his contributions to rural communities and the sustainability and safety of the forest industries.

About Brian Fehr Group

The Brian Fehr Group brings together a group of companies based in Western Canada and the U.S., focused on supporting growth and sustainability in the natural resource and infrastructure sectors. The Brian Fehr Group is committed to excellence through recruiting and retaining the best leadership, and to building industry to provide jobs that support rural economies and deepen Indigenous relations. The Brian Fehr Group of companies includes:

Peak Renewables

Peak Renewables develops sustainably sourced forest and renewable energy products. In partnership with local First Nations, Peak Renewables creates opportunities for rural economic and social prosperity based on innovation and sustainable forest practices. Read more here.

Smartlam North America

Smartlam NA takes pride in the manufacturing of cross laminated timber (CLT) and glulam, products of significance in sustainable construction and green building certification. Smartlam NA provides full-service mass timber structures across the U.S. through facilities in Alabama and Montana. Read more here.

Formula

For more than forty years, the Formula Group of companies has delivered industry-leading technical expertise, cost control, and unparalleled customer service with six overriding corporate objectives: Safety, Environment, Culture, Quality, Schedule, and Cost. The core business of Formula is to provide clients turnkey, heavy industrial builds, concept to completion within the mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Read more here.

Heartland Steel

Heartland Steel Structures in Prince George employs a high-quality team of detailers and engineers to provide customers with carefully designed steel products. For over 27 years, Heartland Steel has focused on excellence in the design, delivery and installation of new buildings and building renovations across Northern British Columbia. Read more here.

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Unlock an Exclusive Olympic Experience: Celebrating Live4Well’s Sold-Out Genesis NFT

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HONG KONG, May 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The buzz surrounding Live4Well’s successful Genesis NFT membership launch on May 23 has captivated both traditional and web3 communities. Combining the power of AI technology and decentralized physical infrastructure (DePin) concept, Live4Well has infused new life into the NFT market. The overwhelming response to their first NFT sales, showcases the project’s immense potential. Renowned web3 community leaders from Azuki, Bored Ape, Pudgy Penguins, WELL3, etc have joined forces with Live4Well, propelling the Genesis NFT membership collection to its resounding success.

Live4Well aims to transform the wellness industry by creating a reward-based infrastructure that connects global fitness data, enhances their AI database, and drives the development of sports and wellness. Backed by a multi-billion family office, which recently invested $20 million in Live4Well, the project has gained support in both web3 and traditional spaces. The team believes that every drop of sweat and effort toward better health should be rewarded, fostering motivation and integrating exercise into daily lives for enhanced well-being.
Live4Well’s announcement of an Olympic-themed raffle for Genesis NFT holders reflects their commitment to connecting wellness between Web2 and Web3 platforms. This testament to Live4Well’s demand and innovative vision solidifies their position as a promising leader in the industry. Their integration of the Olympic signifies their determination to inspire a global audience, leveraging blockchain technology to create an immersive ecosystem that revolutionizes how individuals engage with fitness on a daily basis for better health. Live4Well’s dedication to bridging the gap between traditional practices and the digital landscape sets them apart as pioneers in promoting well-being on a global scale.
What is Genesis NFT membership?
The Genesis NFT unlocks a multitude of benefits for holders, including the opportunity to cash out their sportive income and access a range of exclusive physical products and services. In addition to future airdrops and angel round whitelist privileges, Genesis holders will receive VIP tailor-made product packs from an innovative German sportswear company, elevating their exercise performance to new heights. With over 400 million sweat points farmed by their users, they are eager to redeem through the Genesis NFT membership. These enticing incentives explain why there was a widespread eagerness to participate in this thrilling event.
Unlike typical projects that raise funds before launching products or services, Live4Well has already released its AI-powered app, amassing over 250,000 users as a community base actively engaging in daily exercise. This early success has fostered a promising community within the wellness industry, as users trust Live4Well’s roadmap and collaborative ventures. The growing traction from both ordinary individuals and web3 enthusiasts has intensified the demand for redeeming and cashing out sweat points, the project’s exercise-based rewards. Obtaining the Genesis NFT membership is now seen as an essential step for accessing the highest tier of benefits and cashing out sportive income.
What’s next for Live4Well?
Following the Genesis sales, Live4Well’s team will shift their focus to the upcoming token generation event (TGE) and a series of farming events. They also have exciting plans for partnerships and other collaborations in the global wellness and fitness industries. If you missed the initial launch, be sure to stay updated on Live4Well’s journey and join this extraordinary revolution.
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Overseas Expansion Strategy of K-OTT Introduced in France, KOCCA holds the ‘2024 Korea-France Content Forum’

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– The ‘Korea-France Content Forum’ held to establish the Foundation for K-OTT’s oversea expansion
PARIS, May 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister Yu In-chon) and the Korea Creative Content Agency (President, Jo Hyun-rae, hereafter KOCCA) held the ‘2024 Korea-France Content Forum’ on May 24th during the Korea Expo in Paris, France.

The ‘2024 Korea-France Content Forum’ featured a keynote session (K-OTT’s Strategies in Global market) presenting K-OTT’s strategies for international expansion and a roundtable session (Strategies in the Era of Streaming) discussing the growth of OTT platforms and collaborative approaches with production companies.
The forum featured participation from various industry leaders including Kun hee Park (CEO, Wavve Americas), Sangjin Lee (Head of content IP Business, LG U+), Seung ae Sohn (Executive Director, Showbox), Ji ae Sohn (Ambassador for Cultural Cooperation), Moonju Kim (General Director, France Business Center, KOCCA), Isabelle Degeorges (President, Gaumont Television France) which produced the French Netflix original series, participated.
Strategy announcement by Wavve Americas (KOCAWA), the first K-OTT’s launched in Europe
During the Keynote Session, Park Kun Hee – CEO of Wavve Americas, the first domestic OTT Platform to launch services in Europe, Took the stage to discuss the international expansion strategy of KOCOWA, which started offering services in 39 countries including Europe since April of this year. Following this, Lee Sangjin, Head of Content IP Business of LG U+, presented the expansion strategy of LG U+ Mobile TV, encompassing diverse original content.
During the round-table session, participants shared thoughts and solutions regarding the survival strategies of local OTT platforms and production companies amidst the rapid waves of change brought about by the emergence of global OTT platforms.
In particular, through this forum, we were able to observe the proactive implementation of IP protection policies by local production companies in France, aimed at sustainable content creation. Isabelle Degeorges, CEO of Gaumont Television France, noted, “With the introduction of the European Audiovisual Media Services Directive (AVMSD), platforms and production companies can share IPs three years after supplying the content.” Kim Moon-joo, Director of the Korea Creative Content Agency’s France Business Center, participated as a panelist, introducing policies aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of K-OTT and fostering collaboration with production companies.
Park Kun Hee, CEO of Wavve Americas, who participated in the event, stated, “It was a meaningful opportunity to introduce our platform locally in Europe in line with KOCOWA’s expansion into the region”. Additionally, Kyoungbon Koo, Director Broadcasting & Video Content Division at KOCCA commented, “It was a meaningful occasion to not only introduce K-OTT’s strategies to Europe but also to exchange ideas on collaboration between Korea and France. We will continue to focus on activating various forms of collaboration with major international partners in the future”.
KOCCA supports the overseas expansion of excellent domestic OTT content and platforms through the newly established Local OTT Specialized Support Program this year. This initiative aims to enhance the competitiveness of domestic OTT platforms and content by adapting to the changing industrial environment.
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IoT Node and Gateway Market worth $604.7 billion by 2029 – Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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CHICAGO, May 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The IoT Node and Gateway market is projected to grow from USD 424.6 billion in 2024 and is estimated to reach USD 604.7 billion by 2029; it is expected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.3% from 2024 to 2029 according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets™. The growth of the IoT Node and Gateway market is driven by the Provision of increased IP address space through IPv6, Emergence of 5G technology, and Increasing need for data centers.

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Market Revenue in 2024
$ 424.6 billion
Estimated Value by 2029
$ 604.7 billion
Growth Rate
Poised to grow at a CAGR of 7.3%
Market Size Available for
2020–2029
Forecast Period
2024–2029
Forecast Units
Value (USD Million/Billion)
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Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
Segments Covered
By Hardware, End-use Application and Region
Geographies Covered
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of World
Key Market Challenge
Requirement for wireless spectrum and licensed spectrum
Key Market Opportunities
Accelerated IoT adoption in healthcare sector
Key Market Drivers
Rising use of wireless smart sensors and networks
By Hardware, the Logic Devices are projected to grow at a high CAGR of IoT Node and Gateway market during the forecast period.
Logic devices can adapt to changing requirements even after deployment. As new features or functionalities are needed, the logic within the device can be reprogrammed to accommodate these changes, extending the useful life of the product and reducing the need for hardware revisions. The integration of FPGA technology into IoT devices further enhances these advantages. The integration of FPGAs into IoT nodes and gateways empowers manufacturers to develop highly optimized, customizable, and scalable solutions that meet the diverse needs of IoT applications. Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) computer utilizes FPGAs to handle complex neural network computations for autonomous driving algorithms. This allows them to potentially improve their FSD capabilities through software updates that reconfigure the logic within the FPGAs.
BFSI segment in IoT Node and Gateway Market is projected to grow at a highest CAGR during the forecast period.
BFSI sector can use IoT technology to provide more convenient solutions for customers. IoT can be used to perform data collection in real time and for instant communication between devices. For instance, it can facilitate cashless payments using an RFID scanner to identify products in the shopping cart and mobile wallet. The adoption of mobile point of sale (mPOS) systems and kiosks is fundamentally reshaping the landscape of the BFSI market. mPOS facilitates transactions anytime, anywhere, benefiting unbanked populations and enabling temporary service points for events. Kiosks offer convenient banking functionalities, reducing wait times and freeing up staff for complex inquiries. These technologies drive cost savings by requiring less investment and automating routine tasks, allowing resources to be reallocated strategically. They provide rich data for personalized services, fraud detection, and operational optimization. mPOS systems and kiosks promote financial inclusion by extending services to remote areas, fostering economic activity and well-being.
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North America accounts for the largest share in IoT Node and Gateway Industry.
The North American IoT market is poised to grow, driven by government efforts to transition cities into smart urban centers. The growing need for sophisticated IoT solutions, fueled by the widespread availability of high-speed data, will further propel market expansion in this region. Furthermore, North America’s dynamic IoT node and gateway ecosystem features established players like Intel Corporation (US), Texas Instruments Incorporated (US), Dell (US), and Cisco Systems (US), driving competition, innovation, and affordability. Increasing research and development at industry levels is broadening the application areas of IoT in various industries, such as retail, consumer electronics, automotive and transportation, and healthcare, especially in the US. The increased demand for effective solutions and focus on early, accurate, and fast diagnosis of diseases has led to huge investments in technological developments in the healthcare sector.
Key Players
Key companies operating in the IoT Node and Gateway companies are Intel Corporation (US), Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. (US), Texas Instruments Incorporated (US), STMicroelectronics (Switzerland), Microchip Technology Inc. (US), Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (China), NXP Semiconductors N.V. (Netherlands), Cisco Systems, Inc. (US), Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP (US), TE Connectivity Ltd (Switzerland), Advantech Co., Ltd. (Taiwan), Dell Technologies (US), among others.
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IoT Technology Market by Node Component (Sensor, Memory Device, Connectivity IC, Processor, Logic Devices), Software Solution (Remote Monitoring, Data Management), Platform, Service, End-use Application, Geography – Global Forecast to 2029
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