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Associated Press
3 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Spectral Capital Corporation Outlines Significant Business Upgrades Ahead of Planned NASDAQ Up-listing
SEATTLE, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Spectral Capital Corporation (OTC: FCCN) today announced a series of major corporate upgrades and strategic initiatives as it prepares for an up-listing to the Nasdaq Stock Market. These developments, spanning corporate governance, technological collaboration, and growth strategy, are designed to strengthen Spectral's foundation and accelerate its momentum toward high-growth and innovation. Key Initiatives Underway Include: Enhanced Board Governance: Appointment of new independent directors and formation of formal Audit and Corporate Governance committees to meet higher exchange standards. This move bolsters oversight and aligns the Company's governance with Nasdaq's rigorous requirements. World-Class Board Expertise: Invitations extended to distinguished luminaries in technology and science – including two Nobel Prize laureates – to join Spectral's Board of Directors. By infusing world-class expertise at the board level, Spectral is reinforcing its commitment to scientific innovation and strategic guidance at the highest level. Quantum Computing Partnership: Ongoing negotiations with a leading Ivy League-affiliated quantum computing accelerator to expand development of Spectral's software and IP in classical-hybrid computing (integrating quantum and classical computing). This partnership is expected to fast-track the Company's R&D in quantum algorithms and intellectual property, positioning Spectral at the forefront of next-generation computing advances. Aggressive Acquisition Strategy: A focused plan to acquire small yet promising enterprise software companies and dramatically scale their performance by integrating Spectral's patents, trade secrets, and platform technologies into their products. This 'buy and build' strategy aims to rapidly grow both revenue and profit within acquired businesses by leveraging Spectral's cutting-edge innovations. Strategic Acquisitions Fueling Growth As part of this acquisition-driven growth strategy, Spectral is actively expanding its portfolio with synergistic businesses: White Label Loyalty Investment (May 2025): In May, Spectral announced a strategic $15 million investment in UK-based White Label Loyalty (WLL), a customer engagement and loyalty platform. This transaction – funded through pending Spectral's $25 million equity facility – provides significant growth capital for WLL's global expansion and product innovation. It exemplifies Spectral's approach of pairing capital with technology expertise to unlock value in high-potential software companies. Upcoming Healthcare Software Acquisition: Next month, Spectral plans to announce the acquisition of a healthcare-oriented software company, further demonstrating the versatility of its platform technologies across industries. This forthcoming acquisition will mark the Company's entry into the healthcare software sector, where Spectral's proprietary tech and IP can be applied to drive innovation and operational improvements. Through these acquisitions, Spectral intends to infuse each subsidiary with its advanced technologies – from quantum-inspired algorithms to AI-driven data analytics – to drive substantial top-line revenue growth and bottom-line efficiency gains across the board. The Company's patent-protected tools and trade secrets will enable acquired products to differentiate and scale, benefiting customers and shareholders alike. As Spectral Capital Corporation advances toward its planned Nasdaq up-listing, these transformative initiatives underscore its evolution into a high-growth technology innovator with a disciplined, acquisition-driven strategy. By enhancing governance, forming pioneering partnerships, and integrating its proprietary technologies across industries, Spectral is laying the groundwork for sustainable value creation. The Company remains committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions, driving shareholder returns, and redefining the frontier of innovation in enterprise and emerging technologies. About Spectral Capital Corporation (OTC: FCCN): Spectral Capital Corporation is a technology development and investment firm focused on identifying and supporting emerging growth companies with scalable platforms and global potential. Spectral brings a robust IP portfolio approaching 500+ patents, operational experience, strategic guidance, and long-term capital to transformative ventures in sectors such as quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and enterprise software. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Seattle, Spectral's mission is to accelerate innovation and value creation across its portfolio. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements (as defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) concerning future events and FCCN's growth and business strategy. Words such as 'expects,' 'will,' 'intends,' 'plans,' 'believes,' 'anticipates,' 'hopes,' 'estimates,' and variations on such words and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Although FCCN believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, no assurance can be given that such expectations will prove to have been correct. These statements involve known and unknown risks and are based upon a number of assumptions and estimates that are inherently subject to significant uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond the control of FCCN. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to, changes in FCCN's business; competitive factors in the market(s) in which FCCN operates; risks associated with operations outside the United States; and other factors listed from time to time in FCCN's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. FCCN expressly disclaims any obligations or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in FCCN's expectations with respect thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any statement is based. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Spectral Capital Corporation
Associated Press
28-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
PEARL Named The Official Ball of the PLL & WLL
New York, March 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NEW YORK — The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) powered by Ticketmaster and the Maybelline Women's Lacrosse League (WLL) announced on March 20th that PEARL has been named the Official Ball Partner of both professional leagues. The multi-faceted partnership also extends to PLL Play, the leagues' youth lacrosse development platform. The collaboration marks a significant milestone as PEARL becomes an inaugural equipment partner of the recently formed WLL, underscoring both organizations' commitment to providing elite equipment for the sport's top athletes. 'We're thrilled to welcome PEARL as the Official Ball Partner of the PLL, WLL, and PLL Play,' said Mike Rabil, Co-Founder and CEO of the PLL. 'This partnership represents our dedication to providing our athletes with the highest quality products available. PEARL's innovative approach to ball design, look and feel aligns perfectly with our commitment to elevate the game at every level.' PEARL has collaborated with both leagues to develop a custom ball featuring the brightest on-field colors ever used in the PLL and WLL. The enhanced visibility benefits both players during competition and fans following the action, further improving the viewing experience across broadcasts and in-stadium. 'We're thrilled that PEARL is partnering with the PLL, WLL, and PLL Play,' said Erin Hanson, Founder and CEO of Guardian Sports. 'We will be providing the best USA-made lacrosse balls to the top athletes in the world. PEARL being chosen by the PLL is a significant achievement for our company, and we are excited to bring an improved playing and viewing experience for players and fans alike. We hope this partnership will not only provide a better product on the field but also encourage fans to try the best ball on the market.' Guardian Sports, manufacturers of PEARL, is a leader in developing innovative safety solutions for athletes, with a special focus on their revolutionary PEARL lacrosse balls. PEARL lacrosse balls are designed to provide a safer and more durable playing experience. As the only manufacturer of lacrosse balls in the USA, PEARLs are re-engineered with cutting-edge technology to never grease or harden, staying in spec and outlasting the competition. In addition to the PLL, WLL and PLL Play, PEARL is the Official Ball of the NCAA Men's and Women's Lacrosse Championships and the MCLA. The partnership will also support PLL Play initiatives, helping to grow the game at the youth level by providing access to professional-grade equipment for developmental programs across the country. The custom PEARL balls made their debut at the Lexus Championship Series, and will be on field when the 2025 PLL season begins on May 30 in Albany, NY. To view the 2025 PLL season schedule and purchase tickets, visit About the Premier Lacrosse League The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) powered by Ticketmaster is a men's professional lacrosse league in North America, composed of eight teams rostered by the best players in the world. Co-founded by lacrosse superstar, philanthropist, and investor Paul Rabil and his brother, serial entrepreneur and investor, Mike Rabil, the PLL is backed by an investment group composed of Joe Tsai Sports, The Chernin Group, Arctos, Brett Jefferson Holdings, The Raine Group, Creative Artists Agency (CAA), The Kraft Group, Bolt Capital and other top investors in sports and media. The PLL is distributed through an exclusive media rights agreement with ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN+. The PLL was named 2023 Best Place to Work in Sports, and 2020 Sports Breakthrough by the Sports Business Journal, and recognized as a 2021 Best Employer in Sports by Front Office Sports. For more on the league, visit and follow on social media: Instagram (@PLL), Twitter (@PremierLacrosse), Facebook (@PremierLacrosseLeague), YouTube ( and TikTok (@pll). About the Maybelline Women's Lacrosse League The Maybelline Women's Lacrosse League (WLL) is a women's professional lacrosse league in North America, composed of four teams rostered by the best players in the world. Launched in November 2024 by the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL), the WLL represents the league's biggest investment in women's lacrosse to date. The PLL is co-founded by lacrosse superstar, philanthropist, and investor Paul Rabil and his brother, serial entrepreneur and investor, Mike Rabil. The PLL is backed by an investment group composed of Joe Tsai Sports, The Chernin Group, Arctos, Brett Jefferson Holdings, The Raine Group, Creative Artists Agency (CAA), The Kraft Group, Bolt Capital and other top investors in sports and media. The WLL and PLL are distributed through an exclusive media rights agreement with ESPN. For more on the league, visit and follow on social media: Instagram (@WLL), Twitter (@WLacrosseLeague), Facebook (@WomensLacrosseLeague), and TikTok (@WomensLacrosseLeague). About PEARL PEARL lacrosse balls are manufactured by Guardian Sports located in Peachtree Corners, Georgia. Erin and Lee Hanson started Guardian in 2011 with one goal in mind – innovating equipment to better serve athletes. Their 25+ years of experience owning and operating a material science and technology company has enabled them to create multiple pieces of sports equipment that better protect athletes. Guardian are the manufacturers of the Guardian Cap, PEARL lacrosse balls, LOOP 7v7 headgear, and Bio-based Infill. In 2015, Guardian re-engineered the lacrosse ball and introduced the first PEARL lacrosse ball to address the greasing issue with rubber lacrosse balls that took lacrosse balls out of spec by the time of play. Guardian became the only manufacturer of lacrosse balls in the USA and introduced the PEARL X, a greaseless game day ball that never hardens and stays in spec. The team expanded the PEARL line by adding LT, a textured ball, NX, a no-bounce practice ball, and DUAL X, the first two-toned lacrosse ball. PEARL is currently the Official Ball of MCLA, NCAA Men's and Women's Championships, the PLL, WLL, and PLL Play. PEARL continues to innovate the lacrosse ball and create products that are reliable, consistent, and innovative. For more on PEARL, visit shop and follow on social media: Instagram (@Pearl_Lacrosse), Twitter (@Pearl_Lacrosse), Facebook (@PearlLacrosse), and TikTok (@Pearl_Lacrosse).
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
PEARL Named The Official Ball of the PLL & WLL
PREMIER LACROSSE LEAGUE AND MAYBELLINE WOMEN'S LACROSSE LEAGUE NAME PEARL OFFICIAL BALL PARTNER PEARL Named Official Ball of PLL and WLL New York, March 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NEW YORK — The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) powered by Ticketmaster and the Maybelline Women's Lacrosse League (WLL) announced on March 20th that PEARL has been named the Official Ball Partner of both professional leagues. The multi-faceted partnership also extends to PLL Play, the leagues' youth lacrosse development platform. The collaboration marks a significant milestone as PEARL becomes an inaugural equipment partner of the recently formed WLL, underscoring both organizations' commitment to providing elite equipment for the sport's top athletes. "We're thrilled to welcome PEARL as the Official Ball Partner of the PLL, WLL, and PLL Play," said Mike Rabil, Co-Founder and CEO of the PLL. "This partnership represents our dedication to providing our athletes with the highest quality products available. PEARL's innovative approach to ball design, look and feel aligns perfectly with our commitment to elevate the game at every level." PEARL has collaborated with both leagues to develop a custom ball featuring the brightest on-field colors ever used in the PLL and WLL. The enhanced visibility benefits both players during competition and fans following the action, further improving the viewing experience across broadcasts and in-stadium. "We're thrilled that PEARL is partnering with the PLL, WLL, and PLL Play,' said Erin Hanson, Founder and CEO of Guardian Sports. 'We will be providing the best USA-made lacrosse balls to the top athletes in the world. PEARL being chosen by the PLL is a significant achievement for our company, and we are excited to bring an improved playing and viewing experience for players and fans alike. We hope this partnership will not only provide a better product on the field but also encourage fans to try the best ball on the market.' Guardian Sports, manufacturers of PEARL, is a leader in developing innovative safety solutions for athletes, with a special focus on their revolutionary PEARL lacrosse balls. PEARL lacrosse balls are designed to provide a safer and more durable playing experience. As the only manufacturer of lacrosse balls in the USA, PEARLs are re-engineered with cutting-edge technology to never grease or harden, staying in spec and outlasting the competition. In addition to the PLL, WLL and PLL Play, PEARL is the Official Ball of the NCAA Men's and Women's Lacrosse Championships and the MCLA. The partnership will also support PLL Play initiatives, helping to grow the game at the youth level by providing access to professional-grade equipment for developmental programs across the country. The custom PEARL balls made their debut at the Lexus Championship Series, and will be on field when the 2025 PLL season begins on May 30 in Albany, NY. To view the 2025 PLL season schedule and purchase tickets, visit About the Premier Lacrosse League The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) powered by Ticketmaster is a men's professional lacrosse league in North America, composed of eight teams rostered by the best players in the world. Co-founded by lacrosse superstar, philanthropist, and investor Paul Rabil and his brother, serial entrepreneur and investor, Mike Rabil, the PLL is backed by an investment group composed of Joe Tsai Sports, The Chernin Group, Arctos, Brett Jefferson Holdings, The Raine Group, Creative Artists Agency (CAA), The Kraft Group, Bolt Capital and other top investors in sports and media. The PLL is distributed through an exclusive media rights agreement with ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN+. The PLL was named 2023 Best Place to Work in Sports, and 2020 Sports Breakthrough by the Sports Business Journal, and recognized as a 2021 Best Employer in Sports by Front Office Sports. For more on the league, visit and follow on social media: Instagram (@PLL), Twitter (@PremierLacrosse), Facebook (@PremierLacrosseLeague), YouTube ( and TikTok (@pll). About the Maybelline Women's Lacrosse League The Maybelline Women's Lacrosse League (WLL) is a women's professional lacrosse league in North America, composed of four teams rostered by the best players in the world. Launched in November 2024 by the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL), the WLL represents the league's biggest investment in women's lacrosse to date. The PLL is co-founded by lacrosse superstar, philanthropist, and investor Paul Rabil and his brother, serial entrepreneur and investor, Mike Rabil. The PLL is backed by an investment group composed of Joe Tsai Sports, The Chernin Group, Arctos, Brett Jefferson Holdings, The Raine Group, Creative Artists Agency (CAA), The Kraft Group, Bolt Capital and other top investors in sports and media. The WLL and PLL are distributed through an exclusive media rights agreement with ESPN. For more on the league, visit and follow on social media: Instagram (@WLL), Twitter (@WLacrosseLeague), Facebook (@WomensLacrosseLeague), and TikTok (@WomensLacrosseLeague). About PEARL PEARL lacrosse balls are manufactured by Guardian Sports located in Peachtree Corners, Georgia. Erin and Lee Hanson started Guardian in 2011 with one goal in mind – innovating equipment to better serve athletes. Their 25+ years of experience owning and operating a material science and technology company has enabled them to create multiple pieces of sports equipment that better protect athletes. Guardian are the manufacturers of the Guardian Cap, PEARL lacrosse balls, LOOP 7v7 headgear, and Bio-based Infill. In 2015, Guardian re-engineered the lacrosse ball and introduced the first PEARL lacrosse ball to address the greasing issue with rubber lacrosse balls that took lacrosse balls out of spec by the time of play. Guardian became the only manufacturer of lacrosse balls in the USA and introduced the PEARL X, a greaseless game day ball that never hardens and stays in spec. The team expanded the PEARL line by adding LT, a textured ball, NX, a no-bounce practice ball, and DUAL X, the first two-toned lacrosse ball. PEARL is currently the Official Ball of MCLA, NCAA Men's and Women's Championships, the PLL, WLL, and PLL Play. PEARL continues to innovate the lacrosse ball and create products that are reliable, consistent, and innovative. For more on PEARL, visit shop and follow on social media: Instagram (@Pearl_Lacrosse), Twitter (@Pearl_Lacrosse), Facebook (@PearlLacrosse), and TikTok (@Pearl_Lacrosse). Attachment PEARL Named Official Ball of PLL and WLL CONTACT: Cassidy Thomas Guardian Sports 7706676004 comms@ in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Fleet Continue Women's Empowerment Celebrations
It was Women's Empowerment Night at Tsongas Center on Wednesday March 8th, as the Boston Fleet faced the New York Sirens. Fans piled in to see the Fleet make history, but there were a few other special guests in attendance as well. The Fleet had Professional Lacrosse League's Charlotte North participate in a ceremonial puck drop ahead of the game. Charlotte North did a ceremonial puck drop ahead of the game. — Vani Hanamirian (@vani_hanamirian) March 6, 2025 The team also invited several other professional female athletes and teams to the game. Including the newly formed Boston Guard, a part of the Women's Lacrosse League (WLL), a sled team and a rugby team. Captain Hilary Knight said, 'What they're doing at the WLL is just amazing, and so much fun to watch. It's really important, and to be able to honor and applaud individuals that are doing tremendous things in their own industry, is just so fun." For many players in the PWHL, growing up they only had two options for professional play: the NHL or the Olympics. Knight said, 'to be able to be these role models doing this work that we love and just have a small impact on someone's life is it's so cool.' The team's growth and the leagues growth over the past two years has been tremendous. The Boston Fleet in Lowell drew the third largest crowd in franchise history bringing in 5,908 fans on February 2nd. Alternative Captain Alina Muller said about the fans that show up for them, 'I feel like they're they're part of our team. They're part of our organization. It's so much fun playing in front of them. It's an honor, and we want to give back the best we can with product on the ice and taking time for them off the ice." The team is in a good position to make playoffs at this point in the season. The five-to-two win Wednesday over the Sirens put them in second place in the league. Knight said the win is a part of a bigger goal, 'a young girl, a young boy, can grow up and have this dream to play at a professional level. I think that's just so important, and means everything to be a part of it." The Boston Fleet will play next on Saturday March 8th at 2 p.m. ET. when they host the Montreal Victoire at Agganis Arena in Boston. The game can be viewed on NESN, CBC and Radio Canada.
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
‘Cuse alumni debut in professional Women's Lacrosse League
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR) — It's history in the making: A new professional women's lacrosse league. The Maybelline Women's Lacrosse League made its debut Tuesday, February 11 in Springfield, Virginia. The first game of the league was the Maryland Charm against the New York Charging. The New York Charging won 14 to 13. On the New York Charging team are four Syracuse alumni, Meg Carney, Emily Hawryschuk, Meg Tyrell, and Emma Tyrell. 'We're very fortunate to have been able to play together at SU and then to now be able to play together again here,' Meg Carney said. 'To be able to build that chemistry during college and now be reunited on this field on the professional level is amazing.' The WLL plays in the sixes format, which is fast-paced as the players play on both offense and defense. This is the same style of play that will be featured in the Olympics. There are four teams and 48 players in the WLL. The New York Charging, Boston Guard, California Palms, and Maryland Charm. 'It's been great to play with the Northwestern girls, Kylie from Stony Brook, Belle from Boston College. All those girls that you always play against and honestly you might not beat them that much in college so now you get to play with them is amazing,' Carney shared. Carney and her teammate, Emma Tyrell, described their first game as awesome with a very engaged crowd filled with young girls who now have a professional team to look up to. 'As a little kid, it's never really a dream for girls to be a professional lacrosse player, that just wasn't a thing. Now to be able to give those girls that dream and be those role models for them to look up to it's just been amazing seeing them in the stands and in jerseys is just amazing,' Carney said. 'It was such an amazing experience seeing all the young fans asking for autographs and we did a friendship bracelet exchange and they were all lined up waiting to do it,' Emma Tyrell added. The New York Charging will play the California Palms on Friday, February 14. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
