Alset EHome International Inc.’s American Pacific Bancorp Subsidiary Receives USD $40 Million Investment from Document Security Systems, Inc.

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Alset EHome International Inc. (NASDAQ: AEI) announced that its subsidiary, American Pacific Bancorp (APB), secured a $40 million investment from Document Security Systems, Inc. (NYSE: DSS). APB will issue 6,666,700 shares at $6.00 each, granting DSS over 50% ownership of APB. This investment is expected to enhance APB's capabilities, allowing it to expedite its plans in diversified loans and digital banking. AEI remains a significant shareholder in APB, which focuses on acquiring equity in U.S. commercial banks to improve banking efficiency.

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• DSS's investment validates APB's business model.
• The $40 million investment strengthens APB's financial position for executing growth plans.
• APB's acquisition of equity in commercial banks may enhance its digital banking services.

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BETHESDA, MD / ACCESSWIRE / September 9, 2021 / Alset EHome International Inc. (NASDAQ:AEI) ("AEI" the "Group" or "Company"), a diversified holding company principally engaged through its subsidiaries in the development of EHome communities and other property development, financial services, digital transformation technologies, biohealth activities and consumer products, is pleased to announce that its subsidiary American Pacific Bancorp, Inc. ("APB") has completed a subscription agreement with Document Security Systems, Inc. (NYSE: DSS)("DSS"). Pursuant to the subscription agreement, APB will issue 6,666,700 shares of its common stock at an appraised value of $6.00 per share for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $40 Million.

"APB has assembled a strong pipeline of diversified loans from home mortgages, licensed medical real estate financing, district bonds, SME loans, convertible loans and profit participation loans," stated Frank D. Heuszel, CEO of DSS. "This investment represents a strong validation of APB's business model, and this fresh injection of funds should significantly improve APB's ability to execute its plans on an expedited basis."

As a result of this investment, DSS has acquired over 50% of APB's outstanding shares of common stock, making DSS the majority-owner of APB. AEI continues to be a significant shareholder of APB. As APB acquires equity positions in commercial banks in the United States, it intends to inject digital banking capabilities into the banks to provide global banking services to global clients and increase efficiency.

About American Pacific Bancorp, Inc.

American Pacific Bancorp, Inc. is a bank holding company, focused on the lending business and acquiring equity positions in commercial bank(s) in the United States. APB is managed by a team of bankers and entrepreneurs whose shared vision is to build a robust, integrated technologically advanced bank holding company. APB envisions establishing a unique, customer-centric, globally focused entity that provides banking services through digital channels.

For more information, please visit: https://www.amerpacbancorp.com/.

About Document Security Systems, Inc.

DSS is a multinational company operating business segments in blockchain security, direct marketing, healthcare, consumer packaging, real estate, renewable energy, and securitized digital assets. Its business model is based on a distribution sharing system in which shareholders will receive shares in its subsidiaries as DSS strategically spins them out into IPOs. Its historic business revolves around counterfeit deterrent and authentication technologies, smart packaging, and consumer product engagement. DSS is led by its Chairman, Heng Fai Chan, a highly successful global business veteran of more than 40 years specializing in corporate transformation while managing risk. He has successfully restructured more than 35 corporations with a combined value of $25 billion.

For more information, please visit: http://www.dsssecure.com.

About Alset EHome International Inc.

AEI is a diversified holding company executing on its vision to accelerate sustainable healthy living with a focus on the development of EHome communities and other property development, financial services, digital transformation technologies, biohealth activities and consumer products. Through its operating subsidiaries, AEI's mission is to provide a healthy living ecosystem that drives long-term exponential growth, building liquidity and value for shareholders. AEI is led by its chairman and CEO, Heng Fai Chan, a successful global business veteran of more than 40 years specializing in corporate transformation while managing risk. Over his distinguished career, Heng Fai Chan has successfully restructured more than 35 corporations with a combined value of $25 billion.

For more information, please visit: www.alsetehomeintl.com.

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FAQ

What is the recent investment received by AEI's subsidiary?

AEI's subsidiary, American Pacific Bancorp, received a $40 million investment from Document Security Systems.

How many shares did APB issue for the investment?

APB issued 6,666,700 shares at $6.00 each as part of the investment.

What percentage ownership does DSS have in APB after the investment?

After the investment, DSS acquired over 50% ownership of APB.

What is the focus of APB's business model?

APB focuses on diversified loans, including home mortgages and bank equity acquisitions.

How does this investment impact AEI's shareholding in APB?

AEI remains a significant shareholder in APB despite DSS becoming the majority owner.