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Starbucks Shareholder Seeks Removal of Howard Schultz as Director; Urges Company to Be Transparent About China Risks

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Ahead of Starbucks Corporation ’s annual meeting on March 23, National Legal and Policy Center is calling upon its fellow shareholders to support its proposal to provide greater transparency about the company’s risks of doing business in China, and to join NLPC in opposition to the reelection of outgoing CEO Howard Schultz to the board of directors. NLPC is sponsoring an “Annual Report on Company Operations in China” resolution at the meeting, which seeks transparency for shareholders that addresses “the nature and extent to which corporate operations depend on, and are vulnerable to, communist China….” The item is Proposal No. 7, found on page 79 of Starbucks’s proxy statement. NLPC’s response to the Starbucks board’s opposition to its proposal was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission last week. NLPC also is asking shareholders, in a memo filed with the SEC, to oppose the reelection of longtime (and soon former) CEO Howard Schultz to the company’s board of directors. An excerpt from NLPC’s filing on Schultz says: We believe that Mr. Schultz being removed from all leadership and advisory roles within the company would be the most effective transition. Additionally, given Mr. Schultz’s insistence on exponential growth in risk-laden communist China; his dubious and likely illegal anti-union tactics; and his harmful politicization of the Company, we believe that his complete removal would be beneficial for the development of Mr. Narasimhan and growth of Starbucks. “In the past – even when Howard Schultz had no formal title with Starbucks – he always lurked in the shadows, and seemed to intervene when he saw problems that he arrogantly believed only he could solve,” said Paul Chesser, director of NLPC’s Corporate Integrity Project. “Disney had a similar situation last year with Bob Iger, who just couldn’t let the company go and undermined his successor before he returned, which led to the company’s worst year financially and image-wise in decades. Now Schultz may be doing the same with his aggressive union-busting efforts, which a federal judge has ruled are illegal.” On NLPC’s China proposal, Chesser said, “Mr. Schultz has built Starbucks’s presence in the communist nation beyond 6,000 stores, and has plans for thousands more, at a time of increasing geopolitical risk with U.S.-China relations approaching a critical point in hostilities. Shareholders must be thoroughly informed about the unique risks to the company that China’s aggression presents.” Finally, NLPC has also asked, in a memo filed with the SEC, for fellow Starbucks shareholders to support Proposal No. 9 on the proxy statement, which is sponsored by the Free Enterprise Project. The proposal asks the Company to create a special board committee to review the impacts of policies like its “Third Place Policy,” which opened its stores to anyone for the use of its restrooms and seating areas, regardless of whether they purchased anything. The practice has led to increased crime and unsafe environments around some stores, causing the closure of many of them. Founded in 1991, NLPC promotes ethics in public life and government accountability through research, investigation, education, and legal action. ### For more information or to schedule an interview with Paul Chesser, contact Dan Rene at 202-329-8357 or drene@nlpc.org. Please visit http://www.nlpc.org. Contact Details National Legal and Policy Center Dan Rene +1 202-329-8357 drene@nlpc.org Company Website http://www.nlpc.org

March 14, 2023 09:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

CEEK's Land Sale: A New Era Of Virtual Real Estate In The Metaverse

CEEK Metaverse

By James Wells, Benzinga Step into the metaverse with CEEK’s revolutionary land sale, the gateway to a thrilling new world of virtual real estate. CEEK’s virtual land sale offers creators and developers a lucrative chance to buy virtual land and curate distinctive immersive experiences within the CEEK metaverse. With a thriving community of over 7 million users and high-profile partnerships with popular major brands and celebrities like Dwayne Wade, Lady Gaga, Meta, and Apple, CEEK is leading the charge for Web3 metaverse adoption. This innovative offering generates new revenue streams and opens the door to exciting ventures for the entertainment, media, and music industries, as well as their fans. The following discussion will examine the mechanics of CEEK’s land sale, explore the potential of the CEEK metaverse, and explain why CEEK could be poised to dominate the entertainment industry in the years to come. Understanding The Metaverse And Its Growth Potential Metaverse technology is set to be one of the most transformative and lucrative opportunities of the decade. According to a report by Mckinsey, by 2030 the value of the metaverse could reach $5 trillion. The metaverse can be thought of as a limitless canvas that invites users to explore new realities beyond our physical world. With its ability to blur the line between the physical and digital worlds, the metaverse is poised to disrupt a multitude of industries, including gaming, education, and shopping. Among these, the entertainment industry stands out as a key area of potential. The intersection of entertainment and the metaverse is valuable because it empowers artists to interact and engage with their global fan base in novel and immersive ways. CEEK is at the forefront of this trend and has the potential to become a trailblazer. By offering fans and creators alike the opportunity to take part in the CEEK Land sale, CEEK is poised to generate value for both users and creators in this emerging digital landscape. What Is CEEK Virtual Land? Purchasing CEEK Land is akin to buying a plot of land in a digital world. Each plot is a unique, non-fungible asset that can easily be transferred, monetized, or traded with advanced marketplace functionality. There are only 100,000 parcels of CEEK land in the metaverse, making it a scarce and limited asset. As a landowner, you have complete control over your virtual real estate, allowing you to customize and build it as you see fit. You can create experiences, games, and apps and even host events to earn rewards in the form of tokens. The Benefits Of CEEK Virtual Land The CEEK metaverse’s distinguishing features are its focus on decentralization, value creation, and inclusivity, which are fundamental pillars of Web3. This is achieved through the use of the Ethereum blockchain to power CEEK Land, allowing equitable and transparent distribution of ownership and revenue among all participants in the entertainment ecosystem. In terms of CEEK Land, there are several benefits to land ownership. A few of the most notable perks include: NFT Marketplace: CEEK landholders can participate in the NFT marketplace, where they can sell and purchase virtual properties, potentially generating revenue. Staking: Landowners can stake on other venues for rewards that are proportional to their contribution percentage. Complete Control: Landowners can create a diverse range of apps, experiences, and games on virtual land. Hosting Rewards: Landowners can earn a percentage of ticket sales and advertising for events hosted on their virtual land. How CEEK’s Land Sale Works Individuals interested in becoming landowners can create a CEEK account and browse the CEEK Virtual Land marketplace. Prospective buyers can purchase land with their MetaMask wallet or CEEK wallets, with additional wallets to be added in the future. There are 7 types of land within the CEEK metaverse, each with varying reward opportunities and rarity. These types are as follows: Moreover, there are several other factors that influence the value of CEEK virtual land. A few of the most important factors to consider are: Location: Location creates varying utility and experience opportunities. For example, if you plan to build an aquatic-based game, it may be advantageous to be near a water source. Popularity: The value of a location also depends on the surrounding events in the area. For example, land that is near concert arenas and celebrity villas will likely grow in value due to the traffic in their proximity. Rarity: Not all land is made equal, some land is more rare than others. Rarity is calculated based on the total number of plot sizes that are that size. CEEK: The Future of Virtual Real Estate? With a user-friendly design, a diverse range of opportunities and an impressive list of partners, CEEK Land is an attractive choice for those interested in the CEEK metaverse. As an industry-leading metaverse platform, CEEK might be well-positioned to lead the way for Web3 adoption within the entertainment industry. Just as a seed needs time to grow into a mighty tree, CEEK LAND in the metaverse will require time as artists, users and developers work together to drive its development. However, with a promising roadmap ahead, including plans for VR headset integration, the future looks like it could be bright for CEEK LAND owners. This article was originally published on Benzinga here. CEEK Metaverse is a streaming platform that empowers creators to monetize their work through NFT's, concerts, events, avatars, digital merch and social games that traverse multiple virtual worlds. An award-winning distributor of blockchain authenticated digital media and celebrity merchandise, CEEK Smart VR Tokens allow Ceekers (CEEK community members) ability to access authenticated content and celebrity merchandise with transparent tracking and automatic creator payments via smart contracts. Featuring the likes of 3x NBA Champion Dwyane Wade, Lady Gaga and Bon Jovi, the CEEK Metaverse simulates the communal experience of attending a live concert, a sporting event, and other 'money can't buy' exclusive experiences with friends anywhere at any time. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Keren Poznansky keren@ceek.com

March 14, 2023 09:15 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Big Potential Profit Plays In The Gaming Stocks Sector

RazorPitch Gaming Stocks

The digital gaming sector is a rapidly growing industry with incredible investment potential. According to a recent report by PwC, the gaming industry is projected to reach a market value of $321 billion by 2026. This expansion is being fueled by a variety of factors, including advancements in gaming technology and rising demand for gaming products and services. During the pandemic, millions of people turned to gaming as a way to stay entertained and connected with others while remaining at home. This has led to a surge in demand for gaming consoles as well as in-game purchases and subscriptions. With new players joining the gaming community every day, the digital gaming sector is poised for continued growth in the years to come. Let’s take a closer look at the digital gaming sector and some promising investment opportunities within the industry. One unique up-and-coming company that stands out in this space is The NFT Gaming Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: NFTG). NFTG is pushing the boundaries of the industry and disrupting traditional business models in the gaming sector. The NFT Gaming Company is creating a digital gaming platform that will feature both its own proprietary games and those developed and published by third-party game developers. NFTG’s goal is to develop, acquire, and manage traditional digital games while incorporating new, never-before-seen methods, such as the creation and minting of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) for in-game features like skins, characters, and experiences. The combining of blockchain based NFT technology with traditional gaming elements allows users for a personal, customizable experience, like never seen before in the gaming industry. The NFTG gaming platform is known as the Gaxos platform. With the Gaxos platform, players will have the ability to move their characters and achievements between games as NFTs. This will allow users to have more control over their in-game assets and have more unique experiences. Initially, the company plans to start by releasing their own straightforward and enjoyable proprietary games that allow gamers to easily mint their own affordable NFTs within the Gaxos platform. These NFTs will come with unique and exclusive features that can be utilized across the network of games on the NFTG platform. In February, The NFT Gaming Company, Inc. announced the closing of their $7 million IPO and the Company’s Common Stock began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “NFTG” on February 15, 2023. Because NFTG has only been trading for a month, it is relatively unknown and as investors learn more about it, this stock has the potential to trade significantly higher. In addition, investors should take note of the recent announcement by NFTG that it had acquired the artificial intelligence assets of Voxpow for integration into its exclusive game portfolio. Voxpow boasts natural language processing speech recognition powered by AI that can understand more than 100 languages and their variations. “We’re excited to implement Voxpow into our ecosystem for the development of next-generation Artificial Intelligence-powered games,” said Vadim Mats, Chief Executive Officer of NFT Gaming. “Players will now be able to use their voice to control various aspects of games, such as movement, responses, and other actions. Securing this technology allows us to expand our offering of games and enhance the overall gaming experience.” With its unique approach to incorporating non-fungible tokens into its gaming platform and the rapidly growing gaming industry, NFTG could be an intriguing investment opportunity for investors looking to get involved in this exciting sector. Another player in the mobile gaming sector that investors should pay attention to is Skillz Inc. (NYSE:SKLZ). Skillz offers a mobile gaming platform where players can engage in fair, balanced, and fun games with users around the globe. SKLZ has developed a unique online-hosted technology platform that allows independent game developers to host tournaments and provide competitive gaming activities to users all over the world. Skillz Inc. distributes games through direct app downloads from their website as well as through third-party platforms. Skillz's patented technology allows them to organize a variety of casual esports tournaments for millions of mobile players worldwide. In order to become the go-to platform for gamers looking for competitive gaming experiences, the company wants to establish itself as a focal point for mobile competition. Last week, SKLZ announced that they would release their fourth quarter and full year 2022 results after the close of the market on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. However, that has been moved to 4:30 PM ET on Thursday, March 30, 2023. Investors looking to learn more about SKLZ and their performance in Q4 should mark the date for the Skillz Inc. earnings call later this month. For investors looking for a more firmly established company in the gaming sector, one option is the Roblox Corporation (NYSE:RBLX). Roblox is a multi-faceted application that provides users with a platform for playing a diverse range of games, creating their own games, and engaging with others through online chat features. RBLX integrates gaming, social media, and social commerce into a cohesive experience and brands itself as the "ultimate virtual universe". Last week, Jefferies raised its price target for RBLX from $30.00 to $48.00 and upgraded the stock's rating from Hold to Buy. This decision was supported by a positive outlook for Roblox, which included projected top-line growth, improved margins, the potential to generate advertising revenue, significant increases in net bookings, and user metrics that point to a positive Roblox story despite market pressures and competition. Seeing that the price of RBLX is currently around $41.41, investors that follow the analysts' thinking on RBLX may want to put this one on their radar. While not strictly a gaming company, Zedge Inc. (NYSEAMERICAN:ZDGE) may be an interesting stock to take a look at. Zedge, Inc. is a company that develops digital marketplaces and competitive games centered around user-generated content that allows individuals to express themselves. Their flagship product is the Zedge Ringtones and Wallpapers app, which offers a variety of mobile personalization content such as wallpapers, video wallpapers, ringtones, and notification sounds. The Zedge app operates on a freemium business model. Zedge could capitalize on a sizable market opportunity thanks to its emphasis on enabling users to express themselves through original digital content, making it an intriguing investment choice in the quickly expanding mobile app market. Through the Zedge App, both amateur and professional artists can open a virtual storefront, allowing them to market and sell their content to the platform's huge global user base. As of February 2, 2023, the Zedge app has been downloaded over 436 million times and has approximately 30 million monthly active users. In a press release, Zedge Inc. announced that their earnings release will be filed on Form 8-K and posted on the Zedge investor relations website (investor.zedge.net) at approximately 4:10 p.m. Eastern on March 15, 2023. Management will then host an earnings conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Investors looking to hear more about their performance from last year should take note. Conclusion The digital gaming sector continues to see growth and innovation, presenting promising investment opportunities for those looking to get involved in the industry. For investors, look for those few examples of companies that are disrupting traditional business models and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the gaming industry. With the continued growth of the gaming market and the increasing demand for unique and personalized gaming experiences, these companies may be worth considering for investors looking to capitalize on the exciting developments in the digital gaming sector. Razorpitch Inc. is a marketing communications and investor relations firm serving private, pre-IPO, and public companies. RazorPitch specializes in corporate, investor, and stakeholder communications. Our goal is to raise visibility, expand awareness, and increase value. To learn more, visit RazorPitch.com. 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March 14, 2023 05:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

SPARK Microsystems annonce une ronde de financement de 48 millions de dollars canadiens menée par Idéaliste Capital

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SPARK Microsystems, une entreprise montréalaise de semi-conducteurs spécialisée dans les communications sans fil à ultra-large bande (UWB) de nouvelle génération, a annoncé aujourd'hui la clôture d'une ronde de financement de série B de 34 millions de dollars canadiens, à laquelle s’ajoute un montant supplémentaire de 14 millions de dollars canadiens disponible sous réserve de l'atteinte de cibles opérationnelles. Menée par Idéaliste Capital, une société de capital d'investissement axée sur la transition énergétique et la décarbonation, la ronde inclut les actionnaires existants Cycle Capital, Exportation et développement Canada (EDC), Real Ventures et ND Capital. Cette ronde de financement permet à l'entreprise d'accroître ses ressources pour mener à bien sa mission, qui consiste à dépasser les limites de performance, de puissance et de durabilité des plateformes existantes sans fil à courte portée. Ces fonds seront utilisés pour accélérer l'acquisition de clientèle et le développement de partenariats, ainsi que le développement de produits sur les principaux marchés couvrant les appareils électroniques mobiles et les capteurs intelligents. Les émetteurs-récepteurs sans fil UWB à ultra-basse consommation énergétique, à faible latence et à haut débit de SPARK permettent de nouveaux niveaux de fonctionnalité et de performance, et ce sans compromis, pour une large gamme de produits grand public, industriels, de l’internet des objets (IoT) et de l’industrie automobile. « Grâce au soutien d'Idéaliste Capital et des investisseurs existants, SPARK Microsystems est en voie de concrétiser sa vision de créer des réseaux sans fil haute performance pour une large gamme de produits, avec des cycles de vie des batteries considérablement plus longs et une réduction des déchets pour un avenir plus durable et respectueux de l'environnement », a déclaré Fares Mubarak, PDG de SPARK Microsystems. « Ce nouveau financement marque une étape cruciale dans la commercialisation à grande échelle de la technologie UWB de SPARK, nous permettant de répondre à la demande croissante de performance accrue dans la connectivité sans fil à courte portée. » « Idéaliste Capital investit dans des entreprises innovantes telles que SPARK Microsystems, qui a développé une technologie de pointe permettant de rendre des appareils électroniques plus écologiques et économes en énergie, et ce sans compromis sur la performance », a déclaré Steeve Robitaille, co-associé-directeur chez Idéaliste Capital. « Nous sommes heureux d’accompagner SPARK dans le cadre de sa croissance future. La technologie de SPARK est extrêmement prometteuse pour les appareils et accessoires sans fil, incluant ceux sans batterie, alimentés par des technologies de récupération d'énergie. » « Nous sommes ravis de l’arrivée d'un nouvel investisseur dans l'entreprise qui partage notre conviction que la technologie de pointe de SPARK peut permettre une réduction significative de la consommation d'énergie dans un large éventail d'applications. Ce financement permettra d'accélérer le déploiement de la technologie à ultra-large bande des prochaines générations de SPARK, et ce à l'échelle mondiale », a déclaré Andrée-Lise Méthot, fondatrice et associée directeure de Cycle Capital. « Nous nous réjouissons de contribuer à la croissance de SPARK Microsystems, car nous sommes convaincus que l'équipe a mis au point un produit de pointe qui permettra aux appareils électroniques d'être plus écoénergétiques. » La technologie sans fil à courte portée UWB de SPARK Microsystems réduit considérablement la consommation d'énergie des appareils connectés. Ses attributs de performance sont essentiels pour permettre la prochaine génération d'appareils mobiles connectés sans fil et de capteurs optimisés pour une efficacité énergétique élevée, entraînant une réduction significative de l'utilisation des batteries et de leur remplacement. Parmi ses récents accomplissements, SPARK a élargi sa collaboration avec les organismes de normalisation de l'industrie (IEEE, UWB Alliance, Consortium FiRa™) et a construit un réseau mondial de vente et de distribution tout en remportant des distinctions et des investissements de Technologies du développement durable Canada (TDDC) pour l'amélioration de l'efficacité énergétique des appareils sans fil. Les émetteurs-récepteurs UWB de SPARK – à l’aide de trousses de développement logiciel et de designs de référence – sont adaptés aux besoins des clients pour la nouvelle génération de produits électroniques de masse et des capteurs IoT, et des engagements stratégiques sont déjà en cours de développement avec des leaders technologiques mondiaux. À propos de SPARK Microsystems SPARK Microsystems construit des dispositifs de communication sans fil UWB à courte portée de prochaine génération. La technologie SPARK UWB fournit des liaisons de communication sans fil à débit de données élevé et à très faible latence avec un profil de puissance ultra-faible, ce qui la rend idéale pour les réseaux personnels (PAN) utilisés dans les produits mobiles, grand public et connectés à l'IoT. Grâce à ses technologies brevetées, SPARK Microsystems permet de minimiser et d'éliminer les fils et les batteries d'un large éventail d'applications. Pour plus d'informations, rendez-vous sur sparkmicro.com. À propos d’Idéaliste Capital Idéaliste Capital est une société d’investissement qui se concentre sur l’accélération de la transition énergétique en fournissant du capital de croissance aux entrepreneurs en Amérique du Nord, en se concentrant principalement sur le marché canadien. Idéaliste Capital soutient les entreprises dont les activités permettent un impact climatique positif sur l’un de trois thèmes – (i) la décarbonation de l’apport en énergie, (ii) l’électrification des transports, et (iii) la décarbonation des processus industriels et l’économie circulaire. La société a un double mandat visant l’obtention d’excellents rendements ajustés au risque tout en soutenant des solutions qui sont bénéfiques pour le climat. Pour ce faire, Idéaliste Capital évalue son impact carbone et intègre des indicateurs clés de performance non-financiers dans toutes ses décisions d’investissement. Pour en savoir plus sur Idéaliste Capital, visitez Idéaliste Capital. À propos de Cycle Capital Cycle Capital est une plateforme de capital-risque de premier plan dans les technologies climatiques. Fondée en 2009, Cycle Capital investit à travers l’Amérique du Nord, l’Europe et l’Asie dans des entreprises en croissance qui commercialisent des solutions aux principaux défis écologiques mondiaux et contribuent à une transition nette zéro. Cycle Capital est le fondateur de Cycle Momentum – accélérateur + moteur d’innovation ouverte. Pour plus d’informations sur Cycle Capital, visitez: cyclecapital.com. Contact Details Jenna Beaucage +1 508-340-6851 jbeaucage@rainierco.com Company Website https://www.sparkmicro.com

March 13, 2023 07:48 AM Eastern Daylight Time

SPARK Microsystems Announces CDN$48 Million Financing Led by Idealist Capital

SPARK Microsystems

SPARK Microsystems, a Montreal-based fabless semiconductor company specializing in next-generation ultra-wideband (UWB) wireless communications, today announced the closing of CDN$34 million Series B financing, with an additional CDN$14 million available subject to meeting operational milestones. Led by Idealist Capital, a prominent investment firm focused on the energy transition and decarbonization, the round includes existing investors Cycle Capital, Economic Development Canada (EDC), Real Ventures, and ND Capital. This round of investment extends the company’s resources to deliver on its mission to transcend the performance, power, and sustainability limitations of legacy short-range wireless platforms. Proceeds will be used to accelerate customer acquisition and partner engagements, as well as product development for major markets spanning mobile electronic devices and smart sensors. SPARK’s ultra-low power, low latency, high data rate wireless UWB transceivers enable new levels of functionality and performance with no compromises for a broad range of consumer, industrial, IoT, and automotive products. “With strong backing from Idealist Capital and existing investors, SPARK Microsystems is well positioned to execute on its vision of creating high-performance wireless networks for a broad range of products with significantly longer battery lifecycles and reduced waste for a more sustainable, environmentally friendly future,” said Fares Mubarak, CEO, SPARK Microsystems. “This new financing marks a pivotal milestone in the mass market commercialization of SPARK’s UWB technology, equipping us to meet massive demand for breakthrough performance in short-range wireless connectivity.” “Idealist Capital embraces investment opportunities in innovators like SPARK Microsystems who developed a breakthrough technology to enable greener, energy efficient electronic devices without compromise in performance,” said Steeve Robitaille, Co-Managing Partner, Idealist Capital. “We are thrilled to support SPARK for its future growth. SPARK’s UWB technology holds tremendous promise for battery-less, wireless devices powered by energy harvesting technologies.” “We’re pleased to see a new investor join the company and share our belief that Spark’s cutting-edge technology can enable a significant energy consumption reduction in a wide range of applications. This financing will help accelerate the deployment of Spark’s next-generation ultra-wideband technology on a global scale,” said Andrée-Lise Méthot, Founder and Managing Partner at Cycle Capital. “We look forward to contributing to SPARK Microsystems’ growth as we are convinced the team has developed an industry leading product that will enable electronic devices to be more energy efficient.” SPARK Microsystems’ UWB short-range wireless technology dramatically reduces energy consumption for connected devices. Its performance attributes are essential for enabling the next generation of wireless connected mobile devices and sensors optimized for high energy efficiency, driving a significant reduction in battery usage and replacement. Among its recent milestones, SPARK has expanded its collaboration with industry standards organizations (IEEE, UWB Alliance, FiRa™ Consortium) and built a global sales and distribution network while winning accolades and investments from Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) for improving energy efficiency in wireless devices. SPARK transceivers – complemented with SDKs and reference designs – are designed into customers’ next-generation products in consumer and IoT sensor markets, with strategic engagements in progress with tier-one technology suppliers. About SPARK Microsystems SPARK Microsystems is a fabless semiconductor company that is leading the way towards ultra-low power wireless communications for consumer and IoT-connected devices. With its patented technologies, SPARK Microsystems is bringing to market a high-performance wireless transceiver that allows for orders of magnitude improved power consumption, latency and more accurate ranging and positioning, while providing higher data rates than competing technologies. For more information, please visit www.sparkmicro.com. About Idealist Capital Idealist Capital is an investment firm focused on accelerating the energy transition by providing growth capital to entrepreneurs across North America, with a primary focus on the Canadian market. Idealist Capital supports businesses whose activities enable positive climate impact across one of three themes – (i) the decarbonization of power supply, (ii) the electrification of transportation, and (iii) the decarbonization of industrials and circular economy. The Firm has a dual mandate to achieve excellent risk-adjusted returns while scaling solutions which are beneficial to the climate. Idealist Capital underwrites its carbon impact and integrates critical non-financial KPIs in its asset management process to build sustainable platforms. To learn more about Idealist Capital, visit idealist.capital. About Cycle Capital CapitalCycle Capital is a leading private ClimateTech venture capital investment platform with offices in North America, Europe and Asia. Cycle Capital invests in growing and commercializing innovative climatetech companies that develop solutions to contribute towards climate change mitigation by enabling a net-zero transition, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and optimizing resources and processes. Cycle Capital is the founder of Cycle Momentum Accelerator + Innovation Engine. Contact Details Rainier Communications for SPARK Microsytems Jenna Beaucage +1 508-340-6851 jbeaucage@rainierco.com Company Website https://www.sparkmicro.com

March 13, 2023 07:08 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Tia Lee Yu Fen, global C-pop star and fashion icon, razzle-dazzles at Moncler Genius’ London Fashion Week showcase

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HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 10 March 2023 - Tia Lee Yu Fen (李毓芬), the global C-pop star and fashion icon, made waves for all the right reasons as she stole the limelight with her bold and daring outfit for the Moncler Genius’ showcase at London Fashion Week. Donning a shimmering white coat and a pair of suave yet elegant sunglasses, Tia’s impeccable taste was on show for everyone to see. Tia Lee at Moncler Genius FW23 show She also made appearances at Julien Macdonald, David Koma and Richard Quinn’s shows, each time wearing clothing picked from the designer’s collection. Throughout London Fashion week, Tia was spotted with a who’s who of the celebrity world as some of the other notable attendees included Leonardo DiCaprio, Sara Sampaio, Naomi Campbell, Alicia Keys, Justin Bieber, Ronan Keating, Pharrell Williams, Hailey Bieber and Serena Williams. Tia Lee’s trendsetting adventures at London Fashion Week came after a meteoric comeback with her new hit single “ Goodbye Princess ”. The song was preceded by a six-episode animation series that provided an inspiring window into the tough transformation Tia underwent, to bid farewell to her old self and become a new superstar. Having launched the #EmpowerHer campaign, she hopes to encourage other women to change themselves. One of the highlights of her initiative has been the #EmpowerHerDance challenge, which saw 16 KOLs across 15 countries spearhead the dance challenge and capture the attention of their combined 158 million followers! Tia was also inspired to support four charities - Beats By Girlz and Women in Music in the United States, Daughters Of Tomorrow in Singapore and Teen’s Key in Hong Kong. They will all benefit from the #EmpowerHer campaign, which will support them in their unwavering commitment to empowering women all over the world. Official press materials: Tia Lee Official Channels: Instagram @leeyufen: https://www.instagram.com/leeyufen/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tialeeofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeyufentialee/ Weibo: https://weibo.com/u/1396928042/ Contact Details Media Contact global@redhill.asia

March 10, 2023 09:40 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Get your weekly groceries without having to pause your busy lifestyle

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Recently, Multimedia Reporter and Trend Expert, Milly Almodovar conducted a satellite media tour to share tips on how to get your weekly groceries without having to pause your busy lifestyle and sacrifice any of your time. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/zoJgne9Nq-U More and more consumers want faster, easier and affordable ways to get their essential items the same day without sacrificing time or quality. DoorDash launched on-demand grocery delivery in 2020, and over the last few years, it has accelerated its growth beyond restaurants, introducing on-demand grocery, convenience store delivery,, and more on the DoorDash app with partners including Albertsons-Safeway, Aldi, Dollar General, Hy-Vee, Meijer, Sprouts, Walgreens, and Wawa®. Today, there are tens of thousands of non-restaurant retail stores on the DoorDash platform across North America. DoorDash grocery delivery can help you save on time and money. “With DoorDash, you can eliminate all the fuss of waiting in long lines and looking for parking” says Almodovar. It’s convenient, easy, and more affordable than you may realize. You can save with DoorDash thanks to frequent deals, discounts, and more. The delivery app has been trusted to deliver meals from your favorite restaurants, and now, they can deliver your groceries too to make your favorite meals at home. Right now the best deal you can get is 30% off your first grocery order of $30 or more with the code: WEGETGROCERIES. So not only is DoorDash saving you money, but they’re saving you time and you know that’s priceless.” Its mission is to bring the best of every local neighborhood to consumers on-demand, from the weekly stock up to the last-minute ingredients needed for dinner tonight. The DoorDash app is available in the app store for iPhone and Google play store for Android. For more information, visit doordash.com/grocery-delivery. BIO: About Milly Almodovar Milly Almodovar is the former Senior Beauty Editor of Cosmopolitan for Latinas, now multimedia reporter, hispanic trends expert and TV Lifestyle and Beauty expert. You can find her on shows like Good Morning America, The Today Show, Rachael Ray, Dr Phil, etc. When Milly isn't working, she enjoys watching true crime shows and taking salsa lessons. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

March 09, 2023 12:32 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Shopistry Launches Showcase, Bringing to Hollywood what Shopify did for Brands

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Toronto, Ontario -- Shopistry, a leading commerce solutions company, today announced the launch of Shopistry Showcase, enabling filmmakers, studios, and distributors to launch direct to consumer online sites with the ability to stream content, sell merchandise, and directly engage audiences in one beautiful experience. As streaming giants Netflix, Disney, Apple, Amazon, and Paramount provide the opportunity for mass audience reach, filmmakers and studios are at risk of diminishing control over distribution, marketing, and revenue opportunities. Shopistry Showcase changes this dynamic with a direct-to-consumer channel for audience monetization that compliments existing licensing deals and provides growth capabilities not provided by the major platforms. “Being able to go direct to audiences and drive distribution, and monetize content from pre-release, post-release, and long tail with full control is a gamechanger. Fans can watch, shop, and share; it’s like Netflix meets Amazon and everyone wins,” said Matt Osterman Writer/Director (Bitcon, 400 Days, Hover, Ghost from the Machine). Academy Award winning NEON's innovative online experience is an example of how studios and creators can excite audiences with a beautiful online site including digital streaming, the ability to sell merchandise, gated content, and more. Hosted on Shopistry’s innovative content and commerce platform and integrated with leading providers the solution is built for scale and designed to adapt as consumer behavior continues to evolve. “By making it easy to launch a direct-to-consumer site, filmmakers, comedians, and all creators can bring their amazing work to audiences that love them and drive new revenue similar to how digital brands have done,” said Jaafer Haidar, CEO of Shopistry. “Showcase is the first integrated solution to elegantly bring commerce and content together. Louis CK and recently Andrew Schultz showed us that going direct to fans has a big payoff. We’ve made it easy for everyone”. Key benefits include: Streaming & Distribution: Monetize content with secure DRM and flexibility End-to-End Merchandising & Logistics: Sell products and take advantage of Shopistry’s product sourcing, management, and fulfillment Demand Generation: Drive discovery and traffic including social sharing Pre-launch to Long Tail Revenue: Gain across the content lifecycle pre and post release windows and long-tail Full-Service Partner: Managed and built for scale, no tech knowledge required About Shopistry Shopistry’s content + commerce platform empowers brands and creators with solutions to launch innovative shopping experiences and gain operational flexibility without complex engineering; significantly increasing time to value. Shopistry’s full suite of products, professional service, and high-performance managed infrastructure deliver the flexibility to continually adapt and power growth without heavy technical investment and keep pace as consumer behaviors and business needs evolve for the future. To learn more visit or shopistry.com/showcase.. Contact Details Shopistry Inc. Jaafer Haidar +1 519-670-0250 contact@shopistry.com Company Website https://www.shopistry.com

March 09, 2023 11:30 AM Eastern Standard Time

The Publisher Desk Acquires Forever Blueshirts, the Leading News Site Dedicated to the New York Rangers

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The Publisher Desk, one of the country’s top integrated audience development and content monetization partners for digital publishers, today announced that it has acquired Forever Blueshirts, the leading news, rumors, and fan engagement site for the New York Rangers and Hartford Wolfpack. The Publisher Desk plans to add Forever Blueshirts to its robust portfolio of sports and information sites, including the company flagship site, Sportsnaut, the most powerful name in sports news and information. “Forever Blueshirts embodies the type of content we are proud to represent from every sports site within our ecosystem: accurate, straightforward, and fearless sports news,” said Jeff Misenti, co-founder of The Publisher Desk. “It fits perfectly within our portfolio of both owned and independently operated sports sites, which have the dedicated audience and fan base so many advertisers covet.” Founded in 2014, Forever Blueshirts has grown to be one of the best-known New York Rangers focused destinations providing original, entertaining, and thought-provoking news, headlines, and trade rumors for the Rangers and Wolfpack through interviews, team features, and their leading podcast. “The Publisher Desk has an unmatched reputation in helping to develop audiences and grow revenue for sports publishers of all sizes around the country,” said Anthony Scultore, founder of Forever Blueshirts. “We believe that the insights and tools The Publisher Desk provides, coupled with the incredible reach of Sportsnaut, will accelerate our growth. It is an honor to be acquired by such a well-respected company in sports publishing.” Note: Forever Blueshirts is not affiliated with the National Hockey League, New York Rangers, or Madison Square Garden. About The Publisher Desk The Publisher Desk, based in New York with offices in London and South Florida, is a fully integrated audience development and content monetization partner to digital publishers, in addition to publishing several owned and operated sites. The company, founded in 2014, helps websites increase advertising revenues and reduce operational costs. Our team provides the proper resources, direction, operations, technology, and support for digital business, empowering sports, lifestyle & business media brands to connect with their audience and value-aligned advertisers. About Sportsnaut Sportsnaut is the most powerful name in sports. Since launch in 2014, Sportsnaut has been dedicated to covering the big and little stories in sports without an agenda. The company, and its publishing partners, provide news, opinion, rumors, and statistics for fans of the NFL, NCAA Football, NBA, NHL, Golf, NCAA Basketball, MLB, and more. Contact Details All Press Inquiries press@publisherdesk.com Company Website https://www.publisherdesk.com/

March 09, 2023 09:03 AM Eastern Standard Time

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