Blue Wave

Waterfall Network Integrates with Portal to Enable Faster Cross-Chain Transactions with Virtually Unlimited Scalability

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Monday, February 5, 2024
Maker, Partnership, L1, DAG, OG, Blue Wave, AMM, EVM, Learning, DEX, Cryptocurrency

The integration of Portal DEX introduces a groundbreaking approach to cross-chain transactions, providing a seamless, fast, and secure bridge between Bitcoin and other digital assets.

Key Points: 
  • The integration of Portal DEX introduces a groundbreaking approach to cross-chain transactions, providing a seamless, fast, and secure bridge between Bitcoin and other digital assets.
  • “Unlike traditional bridge solutions and wrappers that can be cumbersome, custodial, and vulnerable to security threats, Portal’s integration with Waterfall Network will enable fast and secure transactions,” said Chandra Duggirala, Co-founder and CEO of Portal.
  • “The combination of AMM and Layer 2 to make transactions faster, cheaper and more secure represents a significant industry-first,” said Sergii Grybniak, BlueWave CTO and Waterfall Network Head of Research.
  • As such, both Waterfall Network and Portal are poised to transform the decentralized finance landscape, providing a secure, efficient, and user-friendly platform for cross-chain transactions.

BlueWave Announces Successful B Corp Recertification and Conversion to Public Benefit Corporation Showcasing Continued Commitment to Public Good

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Monday, January 29, 2024
Entrepreneurship, Environment, Family, B Corporation (certification), Blue Wave, PBC, ESG, Professional corporation, Renewable energy

BOSTON, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As evidenced by a successful B Corp recertification and conversion to a Public Benefit Corporation (PBC), BlueWave – a leading solar and battery storage developer, owner, and operator in the U.S. – has met thorough standards that solidify its commitment to stakeholders including employees, communities, customers, suppliers, and the environment.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to its own commitment, there is now a legally binding obligation that further holds BlueWave accountable to protecting the planet and transforming access to renewable energy.
  • BlueWave has recertified as a B Corp with a score of 113.6 meeting even more rigorous and ever evolving environmental and social standards.
  • In addition to maintaining B Corp status, BlueWave has converted to a Public Benefit Corporation (PBC) – a for-profit corporation required by law to pursue a public benefit based on a solid foundation of social and public good.
  • A conversion that reflects the continued focus of BlueWave being a force for good.

Blue Planet Energy Unveils Pioneering BlueWave Home Battery System, Creating a New Standard in Clean Energy Design

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
Environment, Technology, Construction & Property, Utilities, Building Systems, Alternative Energy, Green Technology, Energy, Hardware, Blue Wave, CNET, Greentech, Safety, Inflation, Multimedia, Modularity, Renewable energy, Electric battery

Blue Planet Energy, a leading provider of premium energy storage systems, is proud to unveil its groundbreaking BlueWave home battery system; an innovative solution that will help power the clean energy revolution.

Key Points: 
  • Blue Planet Energy, a leading provider of premium energy storage systems, is proud to unveil its groundbreaking BlueWave home battery system; an innovative solution that will help power the clean energy revolution.
  • "With the BlueWave, we aim to make energy independence accessible to all and accelerate the adoption of renewable energy products," said Henk Rogers, founder of Blue Planet Energy.
  • The BlueWave's design has been praised by CNET for its "ridiculously easy battery installation" and "compact, modular, and aesthetically pleasing" features.
  • The BlueWave operates in harsh conditions, from -4F to 122F, and features stackable battery modules in 3kWh increments.

Waterfall Network Announces $2 Million Series Pre-A Investment with ByteTrade as Strategic Lead Investor

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Waterfall, Architecture, Blockchain, Trust, EMV, DAG, EVM, L1, Blue Wave, Cryptocurrency, Research, Ethereum

ZUG, SWITZERLAND / SINGAPORE, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Waterfall Network , the fast flowing Layer 1, scalable, completely decentralized smart contract platform, today announced it has raised 2 Million USD in a Series Pre-A Investment Round led by strategic lead investor, ByteTrade Lab , an infrastructure provider for the end user-controlled web.

Key Points: 
  • ZUG, SWITZERLAND / SINGAPORE, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Waterfall Network , the fast flowing Layer 1, scalable, completely decentralized smart contract platform, today announced it has raised 2 Million USD in a Series Pre-A Investment Round led by strategic lead investor, ByteTrade Lab , an infrastructure provider for the end user-controlled web.
  • Waterfall Network is using the ongoing funding to accelerate its inaugural mainnet launch targeted for Q1 2024.
  • ByteTrade conducted an extensive six-month due diligence process that successfully tested EMV-compatible DApps  and assessments of both the Waterfall team and its technological infrastructure ahead of its investment.
  • “ByteTrade Lab’s investment in Waterfall Network is not just a strategic move, it's a bold declaration of our commitment to the decentralized web that we’re building to grant users increased access and full control over their data,” said Dr. Lucas Lu, CEO of ByteTrade Lab.

Bluewave Technology Group Expands Its Reach with Strategic Acquisition of RCG

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
Acquisition, RCG, Anderson Brown, John Rich, Telecommunications, Asset management, Blue Wave

PARSIPANNY, N.J., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bluewave Technology Group ("Bluewave"), a leading nationwide technology advisory and sourcing company dedicated to fostering strategic growth, announces its successful acquisition of Resource Communication Group ("RCG"). Headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, RCG is a highly regarded telecommunications advisory agency with a track record of excellence in providing comprehensive telecom lifecycle management services. The financial terms of this transaction have been kept confidential. This strategic milestone marks Bluewave's fifth acquisition this year, expanding its presence into the Nashville metro area.

Key Points: 
  • PARSIPANNY, N.J., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bluewave Technology Group ("Bluewave"), a leading nationwide technology advisory and sourcing company dedicated to fostering strategic growth, announces its successful acquisition of Resource Communication Group ("RCG").
  • This strategic milestone marks Bluewave's fifth acquisition this year, expanding its presence into the Nashville metro area.
  • Kara Rickvalsky, Partner and Owner of RCG explained, "Now, being part of Bluewave is a significant step in our commitment to enhancing client-centric technology advisory services.
  • "We are delighted to welcome RCG to Bluewave," said Seth Penland, Founder and CEO of Bluewave.

GE Appliances Blue Wave Circles the Globe

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Friday, October 13, 2023
Technology, Retail, Food Tech, Manufacturing, Home Goods, Machinery, Professional Services, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Other Philanthropy, Philanthropy, HVAC, Social Services, Other Manufacturing, Consumer Electronics, Food, Multimedia, American Red Cross, GE Appliances, COVID-19, Housing, Pleasure Ridge Park Fire Protection District, Calendar, Dream, Blue Wave, Country, Strategic planning, Blue Wave-Marikina, School, Pleasure Ridge Park, Louisville, Maupin, Ageing, Environment, Lighthouse, Camilla Care Community, Life, Work, Tourism, Management, Haier

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231012919613/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231012919613/en/
    GE Appliances' Blue Wave Projects Help Support Public Schools, Nonprofits and Neighborhoods Across the Country and Around the World.
  • (Photo: GE Appliances, a Haier company)
    Called “The Blue Wave”, GE Appliances launched the initiative in 2021 to support the Louisville community, home of its corporate headquarters and largest manufacturing facilities, during a time when the city was tackling the COVID-19 pandemic and addressing racial equity following the murders of George Floyd in Minnesota and Breonna Taylor in Louisville.
  • “We invent, design and build the world’s best appliances, and we believe in building stronger communities,” said Kevin Nolan, president & CEO of GE Appliances.
  • More than 700 GE Appliances employees will come together throughout the month of October for The Blue Wave.

Bluewave Expands Executive Expertise with VP, Solution Advisory

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Cloud, Partners Group, Enterprise, IBM, Blue Wave, Microsoft, Associate, Knowledge, Verizon Communications, Management, Cognizant, Computer security

PARSIPANNY, N.J., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bluewave Technology Group ("Bluewave"), a visionary and customer-centric technology advisory and sourcing company dedicated to fostering strategic growth, announces the strategic addition of Kevin Cartwright as Vice President of Solution Advisory. Cartwright enhances Bluewave with a track record of driving organizational financial performance and technology practice development, reinforcing the commitment to ensuring client technology decisions yield optimum returns.

Key Points: 
  • PARSIPANNY, N.J., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bluewave Technology Group ("Bluewave"), a visionary and customer-centric technology advisory and sourcing company dedicated to fostering strategic growth, announces the strategic addition of Kevin Cartwright as Vice President of Solution Advisory.
  • "Kevin is poised to lead the epicenter of our approach as we continue to emphasize outcomes over products," advised Wayne Dietrich, COO of Bluewave Technology Group.
  • "CIOs are overwhelmed with point solutions, hundreds of vendor options, and pressures to drive innovation while protecting the enterprise," expressed Kevin Cartwright, Bluewave's new Vice President of Solution Advisory.
  • "Focusing on integrity, putting the client first, strategic positioning, and understanding clients' desired business outcomes, Kevin is the perfect leader for our Solution Advisory team," says Wayne Dietrich, Chief Operating Officer of Bluewave Technology Group.

Bluewave Technology Group Acquires JIL Communications, Expanding Advisory Leadership in Kentucky

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
CX, JIL, Acquisition, Telecommunications, Culture, Blue Wave

PARSIPANNY, N.J., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bluewave Technology Group ("Bluewave"), a visionary and customer-centric technology advisory and sourcing company dedicated to fostering strategic growth, proudly announces its successful acquisition of J.I.L. Communications, Inc ("JIL"), a highly regarded telecommunications advisory agency headquartered in Louisville, KY. The financial terms of this transaction have been kept confidential. This strategic milestone marks Bluewave's fourth acquisition this year, solidifying its position as Kentucky's premier technology advisory entity.

Key Points: 
  • PARSIPANNY, N.J., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bluewave Technology Group ("Bluewave"), a visionary and customer-centric technology advisory and sourcing company dedicated to fostering strategic growth, proudly announces its successful acquisition of J.I.L.
  • Communications, Inc ("JIL"), a highly regarded telecommunications advisory agency headquartered in Louisville, KY.
  • This strategic milestone marks Bluewave's fourth acquisition this year, solidifying its position as Kentucky's premier technology advisory entity.
  • Founded in 1999 by Charlie Booth, JIL has established itself as a well-managed advisory agency based in Louisville, Kentucky.

BlueWave Closes First Major Financing Round to Support Agrivoltaic Solar Development and Long-Term Project Ownership

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Friday, September 8, 2023
Blue Wave, KeyBank, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Inspector General, LLP, University, U.S. Department of Agriculture Cotton Annex, Farmer, Tree, Livestock, Carbon, American Farmland Trust, IPP, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Commonwealth, B Corporation (certification), SMART, Renewable energy

BOSTON, Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BlueWave, a leading solar developer, owner, and operator in the Northeast U.S., announces a major financing milestone that will enable the B Corp to achieve long-term ownership and management of its growing portfolio. The $91 million financing includes a debt raise of $64 million with KeyBank and a tax equity raise of $27 million with U.S. Bancorp Impact Finance for the construction and long-term financing of five projects in Massachusetts featuring innovative dual-use solar development attributes, also known as agrivoltaics, that are strategically implemented to benefit all parties impacted by the projects, including landowners, farmers, and surrounding community members. KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc. served as coordinating lead arranger for the debt financing.

Key Points: 
  • KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc. served as coordinating lead arranger for the debt financing.
  • As a certified B Corp, BlueWave is developing projects across the Commonwealth that supply clean energy, conserve farmland, and support underserved residents.
  • The financed projects will be part of the Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART) Program and deliver solar energy bill credit savings to approximately 770 low-income households.
  • Four of the five solar projects are uniquely designed to allow for uninterrupted farming operations beneath the solar arrays while the fifth site will create new grazing pasture.

WasteFuel Appoints Former Maersk Executive Peter Votkjaer Jorgensen as Chief Financial Officer

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Thursday, August 10, 2023
Alternative Energy, Energy, Environment, Maritime, Transport, Aston, Database, BP, Partnership, Blue Wave, AFI, Spacefiller, Methanol, ISEE, Series B banknotes, Multimedia, Business administration, Partner, Corporate finance, CFO, Growth, Corporate law, Financial management, Economics, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, Rare-earth element, Maersk

WasteFuel , a California-based biofuels company, announced today the appointment of Peter Votkjaer Jorgensen, former Partner in Maersk Growth, the venture arm of the A.P.

Key Points: 
  • WasteFuel , a California-based biofuels company, announced today the appointment of Peter Votkjaer Jorgensen, former Partner in Maersk Growth, the venture arm of the A.P.
  • Moller – Maersk Group, as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective October 1, 2023.
  • Peter has over 25 years of experience within Corporate Finance, Infrastructure Investments, and Commercial Business Development.
  • “I am looking forward to joining WasteFuel at this stage in the company’s growth,” said Peter.