tZERO ATS Begins Trading the Curzio Equity Owners Digital Security

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tZERO announced the commencement of secondary trading for the Curzio Equity Owners digital security on its tZERO ATS. The digital security represents preferred equity in Curzio Research, a rising name in the independent financial newsletter sector. Investors with accounts at tZERO Markets can now trade these securities, enhancing liquidity for retail and international investors alike. The trading of Curzio Equity Owners had previously been on a Seychelles-based exchange before moving to tZERO on February 7, 2022.

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• Curzio Equity Owners digital security now trades on tZERO ATS, increasing accessibility.
• The move enhances liquidity for retail investors.
• The transition from Seychelles-based exchange signifies growth and consolidation.

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- tZERO, a leader in blockchain innovation and liquidity for digital assets, announced today that secondary trading of the Curzio Equity Owners digital security commenced on the tZERO ATS, tZERO’s wholly owned, FINRA member broker-dealer subsidiary. The shares represent preferred equity in Curzio Research, an emerging leader in the independent financial newsletter industry.

Investors with an account at tZERO’s retail broker-dealer subsidiary, tZERO Markets, are now able to trade the Curzio Equity Owners security. Investors looking to open a tZERO Markets brokerage account should visit https://www.tzero.com/investors/register.

tZERO Interim Chief Executive Officer and Chief Legal Officer Alan Konevsky stated, “We are excited to see Curzio Research’s digital security trading on the tZERO ATS. Today’s announcement demonstrates our continued dedication to scaling tZERO’s product offering, as well as democratizing access and enabling liquidity to private assets.”

Curzio Research was founded in 2016 with the goal of bringing accuracy and integrity back to the financial news industry by providing thorough market research and unbiased, transparent, stock analysis to Main Street investors. Curzio Research currently publishes eight different investment research advisories and two financial news podcasts. Curzio Research closed its Regulation D security offering in 2019. The Curzio Equity Owners security traded on a Seychelles-based securities exchange until October 30, 2021 and relocated to the tZERO ATS on February 7, 2022.

Frank Curzio, Curzio Research Chief Executive Officer, shared, “International and domestic investors are now able to trade the Curzio Equity Owners security on tZERO’s efficient, transparent, and compliant alternative trading system. We are thrilled to continue our goals of providing access to retail investors and enabling continuous liquidity to our equity in the financial publishing industry.”

For more information on the tZERO ATS and how the platform brings liquidity to private capital markets, please visit https://www.tzero.com/digital-securities.

Investor Notice

Investors should note that trading securities could involve substantial risks, including no guarantee of returns, costs associated with selling and purchasing, no assurance of liquidity, which could impact the price and ability to sell, and possible loss of principal invested. Further, an investment in single security could mean lack of diversification and, consequently, higher risk. Potential investors are urged to consult a professional adviser regarding any economic, tax, legal or other consequences of trading any securities as described herein.

No Offer, Solicitation, Investment Advice or Recommendations

This release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation to buy, or a recommendation for any security, nor does it constitute an offer to provide investment advisory or other services by tZERO or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, directors or employees. No reference to any specific security constitutes a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold that security or any other security. Nothing in this release shall be considered a solicitation or offer to buy or sell any security, future, option or other financial instrument or to offer or provide any investment advice or service to any person in any jurisdiction. Nothing contained in this release constitutes investment advice or offers any opinion with respect to the suitability of any security, and the views expressed in this release should not be taken as advice to buy, sell or hold any security. In preparing the information contained in this release, we have not taken into account the investment needs, objectives, and financial circumstances of any particular investor. This information has no regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation, and particular needs of any specific recipient of this information and investments discussed may not be suitable for all investors. Any views expressed in this release by us were prepared based upon the information available to us at the time such views were written. Changed or additional information could cause such views to change. All information is subject to possible corrections. Information may quickly become unreliable for various reasons, including changes in market conditions or economic circumstances.

Forward-Looking Statements

This release contains forward-looking statements. In addition, from time to time, tZERO, its subsidiaries, or its representatives may make forward-looking statements orally or in writing. These forward-looking statements are based on expectations and projections about future events, which are derived from currently available information. Such forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance, including financial performance and projections; growth in revenue and earnings; and business prospects and opportunities. You can identify forward-looking statements by those that are not historical in nature, particularly those that use terminology such as “may,” “should,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “contemplates,” “estimates,” “believes,” “plans,” “projected,” “predicts,” “potential,” “hopes” or the negative of these or similar terms. In evaluating these forward-looking statements, you should consider various factors, including, without limitation: the ability of tZERO and its subsidiaries to change the direction; tZERO’s ability to keep pace with new technology and changing market needs; and competition. These and other factors may cause actual results to differ materially from any forward-looking statement. Forward-looking statements are only predictions. The forward-looking events discussed in this release and other statements made from time to time by tZERO, its subsidiaries or their respective representatives, may not occur, and actual events and results may differ materially and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions. tZERO, its subsidiaries, and its representatives are not obligated to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of uncertainties and assumptions, the forward-looking events discussed in this release and other statements made from time to time by tZERO, its subsidiaries or its representatives might not occur.

About tZERO

tZERO Group, Inc. (tZERO) and its broker-dealer subsidiaries provide an innovative liquidity platform for private companies and assets. We offer institutional-grade solutions for issuers looking to digitize their capital table through blockchain technology, and trade on a regulated alternative trading system. tZERO, through its broker-dealer subsidiaries, democratizes access to private assets by providing a simple, automated, and efficient trading venue to broker-dealers, institutions, and investors. tZERO is a portfolio company of Medici Ventures, L.P., a blockchain-focused fund managed by Pelion MV GP, L.L.C., an affiliate of Pelion Venture Partners. Overstock.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:OSTK) is a limited partner of Medici Ventures, L.P. and holds a direct minority interest in tZERO. For more information on tZERO, please visit https://www.tzero.com/.

About tZERO ATS

tZERO ATS, LLC is a broker-dealer registered with the SEC and a member of FINRA and SIPC. More information about tZERO ATS may be found at https://brokercheck.finra.org/. Digital securities that trade on tZERO ATS are conventional uncertificated securities. Ownership of such securities is reflected on the traditional books and records of regulated market participants. The term "digital" or “digitization” refers to the blockchain technology elements of a security that are intended to enhance investor experience through added transparency.

About tZERO Markets

tZERO Markets, LLC is a broker-dealer registered with the SEC and a member of FINRA and SIPC. More information about tZERO Markets may be found at https://brokercheck.finra.org/. Digital securities available on tZERO Markets’ platform are conventional uncertificated securities. Ownership of such securities is reflected on the traditional books and records of regulated market participants. The term "digital" or “digitization” refers to the blockchain technology elements of a security that are intended to enhance investor experience through added transparency.

About Curzio Research

Curzio Research is an independent financial newsletter publisher dedicated to providing deep-dive market analysis, unique stock ideas, and the tools individual investors need to consistently generate market-beating returns. Additional information about Curzio Equity Owners (CEO) security can be found here: www.curzioequityowners.com.

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tZERO

Alexandra Sotiropoulos, +1-347-293-1416

asotiropoulos@tzero.com

Curzio Research

Veronica Charette, +1-844-592-9944

support@curzioequityowners.com

Source: tZERO Group, Inc.

FAQ

What is the Curzio Equity Owners digital security?

The Curzio Equity Owners digital security represents preferred equity in Curzio Research, providing investors with an ownership stake.

When did trading for Curzio Equity Owners begin on tZERO?

Trading for Curzio Equity Owners started on February 7, 2022.

How can investors trade the Curzio Equity Owners security?

Investors can trade the Curzio Equity Owners security through accounts at tZERO Markets.

What is tZERO ATS?

tZERO ATS is a regulated alternative trading system that facilitates trading of digital securities.

What benefits does tZERO provide for digital asset trading?

tZERO provides enhanced liquidity, transparency, and compliance for trading digital assets.