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Professional Diversity Network Inc. Announces a Compliance-Driven Web 3.0 Investment and Launches Revamped Website for Job Seekers and Employers
CHICAGO, Aug. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Professional Diversity Network, Inc. (NASDAQ: IPDN) (“PDN” or the “Company”), a global developer and operator of

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[{"type":"text","content":"CHICAGO, Aug. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Professional Diversity Network, Inc. (NASDAQ: IPDN) (“PDN” or the “Company”), a global developer and operator of online networks that provides access to networking, training, and employment opportunities for diverse professionals, today announced it has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with OOKC Group, a Dubai-based financial technology enterprise. Together, the parties intend to develop the world’s first compliance-driven Web3.0 digital investment banking platform. The initiative will focus on the tokenization of real-world assets (RWA), Web3.0 project financing, decentralized capital structures, and cross-border regulatory innovation. Mr. Wu, Chief Executive Officer of PDN, commented, “This collaboration with a leading Web3.0 technology enterprise represents a significant strategic step for PDN as we begin to explore opportunities in the virtual asset and digital finance markets. Subject to the negotiation and execution of a definitive agreement, we aim to provide global Web3.0 enterprises with specialized financing, product development, and market expansion services—fueling growth and innovation across the AI and Web3.0 ecosystems.” Sarah Xu, Co-Founder of OOKC Group, added, “We believe this partnership will open a new chapter for Web3.0 enterprises worldwide. By integrating compliance and blockchain technology, our digital investment banking platform will enable secure, transparent fundraising and circulation for assets and projects on a global scale.” Today the Company also announced TalentAlly, the job board dedicated to connecting underrepresented talent with inclusive employers, will launch an updated website at talentally.com. The redesigned site features a sleek, modern look with improved navigation and enhanced functionality for both job seekers and employers. “We set out to build more than just a job board — we wanted to create a destination that supports career growth for job seekers while making it easier for inclusive employers to engage with top talent,” said Russell Esquivel, Jr., President of TalentAlly. “This updated site strengthens both sides of that connection.” This improvement comes at a time when the recruitment industry is on an upswing, fueled by digital and AI transformations, an increasingly flexible workforce, and high-need industries....