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This smart home company grew 200%…

No, it’s not Ring or Nest—it’s RYSE, a leader in smart shade automation, and you can invest for just $1.90 per share.

RYSE’s innovative SmartShades have already transformed how people control their window coverings, bringing automation to homes without the need for expensive replacements.

This year alone, RYSE has seen revenue grow by 200% year over year and expanded into 127 Best Buy stores, with international markets on the horizon. Plus, with partnerships with major retailers like Home Depot and Lowe’s already in the works, they’re just getting started.

Now is your chance to invest in the company disrupting home automation—before they hit their next phase of explosive growth. But don’t wait; this opportunity won’t last long.

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Market Overview
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Year To Date Performances:

1. President Trump announced that countries purchasing Venezuelan oil will face a 25% tariff on all trade with the U.S. starting April 2, escalating pressure on the Maduro regime and China. Venezuela exported 660,000 barrels per day in 2024, with China as its top buyer, followed by the U.S., India, and Spain. Oil prices rose on the news, with analysts expecting further increases. The move follows Trump’s invocation of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act, targeting the Tren de Aragua gang, and his call to reverse Biden’s decision allowing Chevron to operate in Venezuela—though he’s open to an extension for the oil major.

2. A Washington Post report says IRS officials expect tax revenue to fall over 10% by April 15, potentially costing the government over $500 billion. The drop is attributed to shifting taxpayer behavior and Trump’s cuts to the IRS, which are expected to eliminate thousands of jobs as part of Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency reductions. The IRS has also noted a rise in online discussions about tax avoidance, with some filers gambling on reduced audit enforcement. The Treasury Department dismissed the report as “sensational and baseless.”

3. OpenAI announced that COO Brad Lightcap will now oversee "business and day-to-day operations," taking on a more public-facing role as pressures on the company mount. Lightcap, a longtime associate of CEO Sam Altman, will lead global deployment, strategy, and partnerships. The company also named Mark Chen as chief research officer and Julia Villagra as chief people officer. OpenAI is nearing a $260 billion valuation, fueled by a $40 billion SoftBank investment tied to Stargate, a U.S. AI infrastructure initiative launched under Trump.

4. Headlines

   1. Tesla gained 10% yesterday after 9 consecutive weeks of losses.

   2. 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy.

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This Smart Home Company Grew 200% Year-Over-Year…

Ring and Nest transformed security and climate control—now RYSE is doing the same for window shades.

With $10M+ in revenue, 127 Best Buy locations, and expansion into Home Depot in 2025, RYSE is positioned to dominate the smart shade market. Their patented retrofit technology makes automation easy—no costly replacements needed.

The smart home market is booming, and RYSE’s public offering is live at $1.90/share. Invest now before their next phase of growth.

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Onwards and Upwards,

Liam Gill