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SINGAPORE, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genius Group Limited (NYSE American: GNS) (“Genius Group” or the “Company”), a leading AI-powered, Bitcoin-first education group, is today providing investors with details to enable interested shareholders to direct register their shares with our transfer agent. Further to requests from Genius Group shareholders on options available to reduce the risk of their shares being lent out without their knowledge to third parties for short selling, the Company has worked ...

Key Takeaways Stride raised FY25 revenue guidance to up to $2.385B on 32% growth in Career Learning enrollment. LOPE launched 48 new programs since 2023 and expects EPS to grow up to 12.5% in 2025. Stride trades below LOPE on a forward P/S basis, offering a more attractive valuation for investors.The demand for digital educational alternatives is continuously growing as parents and students are increasingly focused on seamless and hassle-free ways to earn degrees. Over the past few years, this shift seems ...

SINGAPORE, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genius Group Limited (NYSE American: GNS) (“Genius Group” or the “Company”), a leading AI-powered, Bitcoin-first education group, today announced that on July 7, 2025 it purchased 28 Bitcoin, increasing its Bitcoin Treasury by 23% to 148 Bitcoin, at an average price of $102,858. The Company has achieved 113% BTC Yield since May 22, 2025, when a Preliminary Injunction (“PI”) preventing the Company from purchasing Bitcoin was stayed by the U.S. Court of Appeals. In ...

Duolingo (DUOL 1.17%) operates the world's most popular digital language education platform, and the company continues to deliver stellar financial results. Duolingo is elevating the learning experience with artificial intelligence (AI), which is also unlocking new revenue streams that could fuel its next phase of growth.Duolingo stock set a new record high in May, but it has since declined by 26%. It's trading at a sky-high valuation, so investors might be wondering whether the company's rapid growth warra ...

Investment Rating - The report indicates a positive investment outlook for the C-end application industry, particularly highlighting subscription platforms as leading performers and advertising platforms showing continuous improvement [1]. Core Insights - The report emphasizes the importance of AI in enhancing user engagement and optimizing recommendation algorithms, which are crucial for building competitive barriers in C-end applications. Companies like Duolingo and Spotify are leveraging AI to improve user experience and increase subscription conversion rates, while advertising platforms like Snapchat and Pinterest are enhancing ad automation and recommendation systems to drive revenue growth [2][3]. Summary by Sections C-end Applications - Subscription platforms are outperforming advertising platforms, with significant improvements in user engagement and revenue generation [5][8]. - Duolingo and Spotify have successfully integrated AI features, leading to increased product value and resilience in growth. Duolingo's new subscription tier, Duolingo Max, has seen a rise in eligible users from under 10% to over 60%, while Spotify has implemented price increases supported by AI functionalities [3][17]. Subscription Platforms - AI capabilities have significantly enhanced the value of subscription products, with Duolingo's subscription revenue share increasing from 79% to 83% and Spotify reaching 90% [17][30]. - The introduction of AI-driven features has led to substantial revenue contributions, with Duolingo Max and Spotify's price adjustments driving user growth and average revenue per user (ARPU) increases [30]. Advertising Platforms - AI has improved advertising conversion efficiency, with Snapchat's ad revenue growth shifting from negative to positive, and Pinterest's revenue growth accelerating from single digits to over 20% [30]. - Snapchat's subscription service, Snapchat+, has contributed to revenue growth, with its user base expanding significantly [27][30]. Performance Metrics - The report highlights the stock performance of C-end application companies, with Duolingo and Spotify showing substantial gains compared to Snapchat and Pinterest, particularly in the context of AI advancements [7]. - Active user growth and revenue metrics indicate a recovery and stabilization trend across major platforms, with ARPU showing positive growth from Q1 2024 onwards [10][30].

Cognia accreditation review highlights K12’s commitment to student success through its online public schoolsRESTON, Va., July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- K12, a portfolio brand of Stride, Inc. has been recognized for its steadfast commitment to quality education. In a recent review by Cognia, a global nonprofit that accredits schools, K12 earned an impressive Index of Education Quality (IEQ) score of 327, well above the global average of 296. Cognia praised K12 for creating supportive environments where st ...

Core Insights - Genius Group Limited has increased its Bitcoin Treasury by 20% to 120 Bitcoin, purchased at an average price of $101,539 per Bitcoin, and is accelerating its purchase plan with more frequent acquisitions [1][2] - The company has doubled its Bitcoin Treasury size since May 22, 2025, following a legal stay on a Preliminary Injunction that had previously prevented Bitcoin purchases [2] - Genius Group aims to build its Bitcoin Treasury to 1,000 Bitcoin within the next six months [2] Company Overview - Genius Group is an AI-powered, Bitcoin-first education group serving 5.8 million users across over 100 countries through its Genius City model and online digital marketplace [3] - The company focuses on teaching future-oriented skills in AI, Bitcoin, and community values, aiming to empower students to transition from daily work to meaningful life work [3] - Genius Group provides personalized, entrepreneurial AI pathways that integrate human talent with AI skills and solutions at individual, enterprise, and government levels [3]

Market Overview - Wall Street is experiencing a rally, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reaching new all-time highs due to eased trade worries and geopolitical tensions [1][6] - The S&P 500 has gained nearly 20% from its April lows and is up 5% year to date, closing at 6,204.95 points [6] - The Nasdaq closed at 20,369.73, also marking a new all-time high [6] Consumer Sentiment - Consumer sentiment has rebounded for the first time in six months, with the Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index rising 16.3% to 60.7 in June from May's 52.2, marking the largest monthly increase in over 30 years [3][9] - This increase in consumer sentiment is attributed to positive developments, including a potential trade deal with China and easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East [4][5] Federal Reserve Expectations - Market participants are anticipating at least two 25 basis point rate cuts from the Federal Reserve this year, with expectations for the first cut as early as July [7] Consumer Discretionary Stocks - Consumer discretionary stocks such as Interface, Inc. (TILE), Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL), Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (LOPE), and fuboTV Inc. (FUBO) are identified as having strong potential in 2025, each holding a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy) [2][9] - Interface, Inc. has an expected earnings growth rate of 8.2% for the current year, with a 2.6% improvement in earnings estimates over the past 60 days [8] - Carnival Corporation & plc is projected to have a 38% earnings growth rate for the current year, with a 5.8% improvement in earnings estimates over the last 60 days [10] - Grand Canyon Education, Inc. has an expected earnings growth rate of 8.8%, with a 1.3% improvement in earnings estimates over the past 60 days [12] - fuboTV Inc. is expected to see a 69% earnings growth rate for next year, with a 25% improvement in current-year earnings estimates over the past 60 days [13]

Second Quarter 2025 President's List Recognizes High-Achieving StudentsCHARLES TOWN, W.Va., July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University System (APUS), which includes American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU), proudly recognizes students' exceptional academic achievements with its President's List for the second quarter of 2025.This honor represents the highest level of academic recognition at the University. The full list of students is available at:july-2025-presid ...