**SMX (Security Matters) plc Announces ESG Technology Initiative** NEW YORK, NY - SMX (Security Matters) plc $(SMX)$ has announced the launch of a new technology platform aimed at addressing sustainability and regulatory challenges in environmental, social, and governance $(ESG)$ practices. According to the company, the platform enables the verification and traceability of materials at the molecular level, allowing for enhanced enforcement and measurement of sustainability targets. The announcement comes following ongoing international efforts to address issues such as plastic waste and emissions. SMX states that its technology is designed to provide governments, industries, insurers, and consumers with a means to verify compliance with sustainability regulations and claims. The company positions this technology as a tool to support measurable and enforceable ESG outcomes. Further details on implementation and adoption were not disclosed in the announcement.