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Apple iSports Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire AmeriCrew Inc.

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7 hours ago

May 15, 2025

IRVINE, Calif., May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apple iSports Group, Inc. (OTC-QB: AAPI) (“Company” or “Apple iSports”), an entertainment, media, iGaming, and technology services company, is pleased to announce it has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent with AmeriCrew Inc., a Delaware corporation (“AmeriCrew“), a technology infrastructure and managed services company.

Key Highlights

AmeriCrew will sell all its assets, including existing operating contracts, to Apple iSports.
The Board of Directors of both AmeriCrew and Apple iSports unanimously approved the proposed transaction, which is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025, subject to any regulatory approvals, approval by the AmeriCrew shareholders, and the satisfaction of closing conditions in the definitive agreement to be agreed upon by the parties.
AmeriCrew will continue to operate under its brand and will be led by Mr. Kelley Dunne, the current CEO of AmeriCrew.
The Board of Directors of Apple iSports will apply its significant management skills and industry relationships to assist AmeriCrew to achieve its business strategies and expansion efforts.
The purchase price is payable in a combination of cash and shares of common stock of Apple iSports on terms determined by the parties.

Strategic and Financial Rationale Key

The proposed acquisition shows Apple iSports’ ability to follow through on its strategic growth plans. It supports the Company’s goals and strong ties within the entertainment, media, and iGaming by securing valuable assets, projects, and recurring revenue streams. This positions Apple iSports to become a leading player in the U.S. as sports, media, and entertainment continue to merge, especially with advanced AI playing a growing role in shaping the industry.

Strategically, Apple iSports is looking to position itself at the forefront of the evolving convergence between technology, media, and entertainment, particularly as the boundaries between sports and entertainment continue to blur. Through our strategic business combination with AmeriCrew, we aim to address the critical infrastructure and connectivity gaps in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. As demand for high-speed access to content via broadband, cellular, and satellite networks continues to surge, our mission is to enhance and expand the underlying systems that power next-generation media consumption. This investment in infrastructure ensures seamless streaming and interactive experiences for fans. It empowers athletes and content creators with the tools and platforms to reach broader audiences and unlock new monetization opportunities, such as iGaming opportunities and other forms of engagement.

Kelley Dunne, CEO of AmeriCrew, stated, “The proposed acquisition of AmeriCrew by Apple iSports is the product of extensive dialogue between the parties and a rigorous assessment of numerous strategic alternatives for AmeriCrew. Apple iSports possesses the requisite skills of an acquiring partner – high-quality, experienced management and opportunities for further strategic acquisitions and significant organic growth in the fast-growing gaming and entertainment sectors. The timing of this transaction is excellent given the positive outlook for our business.”

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Joe Martinez, Chairman and CEO of Apple iSports Core, stated, “The Board is excited to announce the proposed acquisition of AmeriCrew, which aligns perfectly with our strategy and accelerates our growth. Our combined strengths, unique service offerings, talented team, and rapidly growing entertainment, media, and gaming markets create strong potential for success.”

Board member Lyndon Hsu added, “With our capital-raising efforts and future acquisitions, Apple iSports is well-positioned to achieve our goal of becoming a NASDAQ mainboard-listed company. In addition, AmeriCrew provides an infrastructure service delivery platform that will be the key to adding accretive companies via standard interfaces to accomplish our overall objectives of delivering state-of-the-art, easy-to-use products for our users.”

About AmeriCrew Inc.

AmeriCrew Inc. is a national infrastructure company focused on training and employing our nation’s transitioning military and veteran workforce. AmeriCrew provides specialty contracting services to market participants in the telecom and clean energy industries throughout the United States.

AmeriCrew is led by Mr. P. Kelley Dunne, a seasoned executive with decades of experience in the telecommunications industry. Widely recognized as a pioneer in deploying some of the nation’s earliest 4G broadband wireless and fiber to the home networks, Mr. Dunne has consistently been at the forefront of innovation in the sector.

Before founding AmeriCrew, Mr. Dunne served as Chairman and Co-Founder of Warriors4Wireless (W4W). This national nonprofit established a platform for training and transitioning military personnel and underemployed veterans into the wireless industry.

Mr. Dunne has held leadership roles, including CEO of One Economy, a global nonprofit delivering technology solutions to underserved communities, including Tribal Nations deployments. As an entrepreneur, he was the Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of DigitalBridge Communications, one of the first mobile 4G rural broadband wireless companies in the U.S.

His professional background includes senior executive positions at major telecommunications firms such as Verizon, AT&T, Bell Labs, and OnePoint Communications. Mr. Dunne began serving as an enlisted soldier and officer in the U.S. Army Signal Corps. He holds a Bachelor of Science and a master’s degree in communications engineering and management from Ohio University and Ball State University.

AmeriCrew’s core business activities include fiber deployment, 5 G-wireless, Private LTE networks, clean energy infrastructure, and managed services. AmeriCrew will deliver integrated infra-technology solutions that will reduce latency, reduce CPU utilization, and provide a state-of-the-art encryption algorithm that does not impact bandwidth like other products currently in the market. The benefit is that high-speed cell phone and broadband connections will be faster and more secure.

AmeriCrew brings the next generation of Private LTE infrastructure and fixed wireless access (FWA) technology that will power the next generation of networks and the emerging Edge Data Center Technology that enhances Entertainment Networks, Media, and iGaming platforms as the convergence continues to be a significant part of the computing and telecom environments. https://americrew.com/

About Apple iSports Group, Inc.

Apple iSports is an emerging entertainment, technology, and gaming services provider. The Company’s core businesses include infrastructure and providing gaming and sports platform solutions.

The core team behind Apple iSports has over four decades of gaming and wagering experience in regulated markets such as Australia, the U.K., and Europe. The Company now brings that experience to the U.S., complemented by powerful corporate and finance capabilities.

For additional information about the Apple iSports platform, please visit.

https://appleisports.com.
Corporate and investor information at https://corporate.appleisports.com.

Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements

This release contains forward-looking financial information related to the Company’s strategic growth initiatives. Actual results may differ due to market conditions and other factors, including its ability to raise sufficient funding. Apple iSports Group, Inc. assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements except as required by law.

Media Contact:
Cathy Verlench
Controller & Head of Media Relations
Apple iSports
949-247-4210
[email protected]
www.appleisports.com

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Apple iSports Enters into Strategic and Financial Agreement with Pacifico Financial Group

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Apple iSports Enters into Strategic and Financial Agreement with Pacifico Financial Group

Published

3 weeks ago

April 23, 2025

GlobeNewswire

IRVINE, Calif., April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apple iSports (OTC-QB: AAPI) (“Company” or “Apple iSports” or “AiS”), a digital gaming, entertainment, and technology company, is pleased to announce it has entered into a strategic and financial agreement with Pacifico Financial Group (“PFG”), a respected leader in investment and capital advisory services.

This agreement marks a significant milestone for both organizations and represents a shared commitment to long-term growth, innovation, and market expansion. Through this partnership, AiS will access PFG’s extensive resources, financial backing, and strategic advisory expertise, accelerating the Company’s ability to execute its business objectives and deliver enhanced value to its customers and stakeholders.

“We are excited to partner with PFG, and we believe this agreement will position us for significant growth,” said Joe Martinez, Chairman & CEO of AiS. “Their experience and financial strength make them an ideal strategic partner as we scale our operations and expand into new markets.”

“AiS has demonstrated strong leadership and a clear vision for the future,” said Edward Wang, Chairman of PFG. “We are confident in their team and thrilled to support their next growth phase.” AiS board member and director Lyndon Hsu, who is based in Singapore, stated, “The Asia financial markets are a lucrative resource for us to attract growth capital for the evolution of AiS, and we feel strongly that PFG, with their track record and resources, will greatly facilitate our efforts. With offices in Shanghai, Hong Kong, London, New York, and Tokyo, their global footprint in the financial markets has a unique capability to provide AiS with the vision and advisory services essential to our success.”

This agreement includes a strategic collaboration and financial investment from PFG, further aligning the two companies’ interests and laying the foundation for building an acquisition platform to build one of the most innovative companies in the sports, entertainment, and iGaming sectors. AiS’ mission is to build an ecosystem based on the latest AI and other advanced technologies that will provide products and services that build fan engagement with the sports and brands they demand.

About Pacifico Financial Group
PFG is a global financial services firm offering tailored investment, advisory, and capital solutions to businesses across multiple sectors. With a strong partnership and performance track record, PFG supports forward-thinking companies in reaching their full potential. http://www.pacificofg.com/.

About Apple iSports Group (AiS)
The Company, through its operating subsidiaries, is an emerging sports and racing content provider. Core offerings include a 24/7 linear streaming channel that supports live sports and sports documentaries, betting and fantasy games platforms, racing and sports recaps, news, and podcasts.

The AiS platform also features leading-edge, AI-driven informatics to empower customers to make informed and educated selections, along with tight integration between fantasy sports and wagering, creating solid communities around sports. In the future, the platform intends to support eSports and Metaverse applications with global reach. In addition, AiS is working closely with a California-based company that integrates technology that will reduce latency, reduce CPU utilization, and provide a state-of-the-art encryption algorithm that does not impact bandwidth like other products currently in the market. The benefit is that when fully implemented into the AiS platform, high-speed cell phone and broadband connections will be faster and more secure.

The core team behind the platform has over four decades of regulated sports and racing betting experience in regulated markets in Australia, the UK, and Europe. It now brings that experience to the U.S., complemented by powerful corporate and finance capabilities.

For additional information about the Apple iSports platform, please visit.

https://appleisports.com.
Corporate and investor information at https://corporate.appleisports.com.

Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements related to the Company’s strategic growth initiatives. Actual results may differ due to market conditions and other factors. Apple iSports Group, Inc. assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements except as required by law.

Media Contact:
Cathy Verlench
Controller & Head of Media Relations
Apple iSports
949-247-4210
[email protected]
www.appleisports.com

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Apple iSports Group, Inc. Boosts Strategic Leadership with the Appointment of Lyndon Hsu to the Board of Directors

Published

4 months ago

January 9, 2025

GlobeNewswire

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apple iSports Group, Inc. (OTC-QB: AAPI) (“Company” or “Apple iSports” or “AiS”), a digital sports entertainment and gaming company providing sports betting and streaming solutions, today announced the appointment of Mr. Lyndon Hsu (age 59) to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective December 30, 2024.

Mr. Hsu has extensive experience in investment banking, including mergers and acquisitions. Throughout his career, he has advised on transactions exceeding $1 trillion (USD) in value and has established himself as a trusted advisor to several world-leading corporations and investors. He has held senior leadership roles at global financial institutions, including Standard Chartered (where he was the Global Head of Leveraged and Structured Solutions), HSBC (head of Leverage and Acquisition Financing – Asia Pacific region), Credit Suisse, and ANZ Banking Group. As a former Managing Director and Global Head of Leveraged and Structured Solutions at Standard Chartered, Mr. Hsu has spearheaded multibillion – dollar transactions across key global markets and closed over $500 billion (USD) in corporate finance enterprise value transactions.

In addition, he is an entrepreneur and investor with significant experience in the gaming industry, bringing 30 years of experience in sports gaming, including 20 years as co-chairman of the Victorian Bookmakers’ Association. He was also the founding chairman and board member of BetCloud Pty Ltd, Melbourne, Australia, a wagering and data science company in Melbourne. Mr. Hsu holds a BEc (Hons) from La Trobe University (Australia) and a M.Com (Finance) from the University of Melbourne, Australia.

“We are excited and very fortunate to have Mr. Hsu join our board of directors. He brings over three decades of executive experience in corporate finance and governance with an excellent strategic vision,” said Mr. Joe Martinez, the Company’s Chairman & CEO. “His appointment will strengthen our leadership team as we continue to build Apple iSports into a global iGaming and entertainment company with a potential up-listing to the NASDAQ Stock Exchange when the timing is right. His connections in corporate finance and business as an executive and successful entrepreneur bring much-needed talent to our Company.”

Mr. Hsu commented, “I am deeply honored to join the Board of Directors at Apple iSports, especially during the global dynamic change for the sectors we want to participate in. I am impressed by the Company’s innovative culture, and I look forward to leveraging my experience to further strengthen Apple iSports’ strategic direction and enhance shareholder value.”

“Mr. Hsu’s unparalleled experience in corporate finance and leadership aligns perfectly with our vision for growth and innovation,” said Melbourne Australia executive Marino Sussich. Mr. Sussich is a member of the board and the founder of AiS, who, in his own right, is a serial entrepreneur. He concurred that the addition of Mr. Hsu would have a significant impact on Australia and the Pacific Rim, in addition to other global markets.

Mr. Martinez added, “Mr. Hsu’s proven history of success in driving transformational business strategies and his deep understanding of global markets make him an invaluable asset to the Company. His appointment reflects our unwavering dedication to operational excellence and strategic foresight as well as Board independence. It underscores Apple iSports’ commitment to building a world-class leadership team capable of navigating the complexities of scaling in a competitive market. By adding Mr. Hsu to the board of directors, we are making a commitment and a statement to our shareholders and employees that we are putting in place the infrastructure for our business development as the cornerstone of the Company’s future direction.” Mr. Martinez concluded, “This approach aligns with current trends in corporate governance, where boards play a critical role in overseeing company strategy, risk management, and regulatory compliance.”

Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements related to the Company’s planned NASDAQ listing and strategic growth initiatives. Actual results may differ due to market conditions and other factors. Apple iSports Group, Inc. assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements except as required by law.

For additional information about the Apple iSports platform, please visit.

https://appleisports.com.
Corporate and investor information at https://corporate.appleisports.com.

To subscribe and keep up with the latest sports news and events, sports channels, and fantasy sports competitions from Apple iSports, please visit https://appleisports.com/subscribe.

Investor Relations Contact:
Ms. Cathy Verlench, Controller and Head of Media Relations
Phone:949-247-4210
e-mail: [email protected]