Creatd Completes Audit and Submits Application for OTCQB Reinstatement

• 2023 Audit Finalized: Ensures Creatd's compliance and transparency.
• Quarterly Filings Completed: First three quarters of 2024 submitted to OTCQB.
• 2024 Audit Timeline: On track for completion by April 15, 2025.
• OTCQB Application Filed: Reinstatement expected by early February.

NEW YORK, Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Creatd, Inc. (OTC: CRTD) ("Creatd" or the "Company"), a public holding company focused on technology and strategic investments, has announced the successful completion of its 2023 audit and the submission of its application for reinstatement on the OTCQB Venture Market.

The finalized 2023 audit reflects the Company's strong focus on compliance, transparency, and corporate governance. The OTCQB application represents a pivotal step toward increasing investor accessibility and improving market visibility.

Creatd has also completed its quarterly filings for the first three quarters of 2024, maintaining its commitment to timely financial disclosures. Looking ahead, the Company is on track to complete its 2024 audit by April 15, 2025, reinforcing its dedication to accurate and timely reporting.

"These milestones mark a major step forward for Creatd," said Jeremy Frommer, CEO of Creatd. "Finalizing the 2023 audit and filing for OTCQB reinstatement demonstrate our deep and unwavering focus on building long-term shareholder value. We are now positioned to execute our growth strategy, which includes targeted M&A, minority stock swaps, and launching new revenue streams. This strategy will lead us to a potential uplist to a national exchange this summer."

Despite earlier delays, Creatd is advancing its strategic initiatives with confidence. The Company's roadmap includes opportunities to diversify its revenue base and expand operations across its significant portfolio of operating companies.

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SOURCE Creatd, Inc.