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U.S. Army Rapper Takes Center Stage

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A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/cr-uqJDUPfk Most people don't know that there are more than 200 different careers in the Army, including musicians. Endless opportunities await Soldiers who are seeking an opportunity to serve the country while pursuing their passions and finding their purpose. There is no better example of the unexpected career paths for Soldiers than Staff Sergeant Lamar Riddick. As one of the first hip-hop artists in the Army, Staff Sergeant Riddick is an example of how the Army supports the dreams of Soldiers in and out of uniform. “Find out what your passion is. What do you love to do? See if that is available to you in the Army and you can still serve your country doing what you love” Staff Sgt. Riddick told an interviewer with Greensboro, NC station WGHP (Fox). If music is not your passion, the Army also has careers in the fields of science, medicine, technology, engineering, cyber and more. Soldiers also enjoy competitive benefits to help them continue to advance their careers and personal lives, including everything from healthcare, tuition assistance, home buying benefits, and so much more. “The Army has provided a great opportunity to have stability in my life through health coverage, to mental and physical therapy, to my finances. A great thing about the Army is being supported by an organization that also encourages travel and provides the resources. I had the opportunity to spend 26 days in Scotland preforming with the Army Field Band in front of thousands of people, that blew my mind and felt like a dream and I was able to do that through the support of the Army” Riddick added in an interview on WTTG TV in Washington, D.C. “The possibilities are endless” Riddick shared with the audience on Chicago’s WFLD TV. For more information on life in the Army, www.GoArmy.com Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

February 22, 2023 02:28 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Flagship Collector Brand Tamashii Nations Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary TAMASHII NATIONS WORLD TOUR -TAMASHII NATIONS 15th ANNIVERSARY-

BANDAI SPIRITS CO., LTD.

NEW YORK, US - Media OutReach - 22 February 2023 - Bandai Spirits Co., Ltd. (President and Chief Executive Officer: Nao Udagawa/ HQ: Tokyo Minato Ward) will commemorate its 15 th anniversary in 2023. To celebrate, it will take its flagship collector brand Tamashii Nations on a world tour: TAMASHII NATIONS WORLD TOUR -TAMASHII NATIONS 15 th ANNIVERSARY-. This event will visit five cities across the world, starting with New York (4/28 – 4/30). ▲New York Venue Key Visual Tamashii Nations was first established in 2008, and has produced many well-known brands such as the S.H.Figuarts and Chogokin series. With a rich lineup of high-quality figures, robots, and more, it quickly earned itself a dedicated worldwide following. April 2023 marks its 15 th birthday, and to both celebrate and show its appreciation for all of its passionate fans across the globe, it is launching a world tour. Tamashii Nations will kick off its world tour with its first location in New York, USA from Friday, April 28 th to Sunday, April 30 th. The second leg will be held from Friday, May 26 th to Tuesday, July 18 th in Tokyo, Japan (Akihabara), at its flagship store (Tamashii Nations Store Tokyo). It will be held to Mexico City, Mexico, Shanghai, China, and Paris, France. The New York event will be located in Manhattan’s Grand Central Terminal (Vanderbilt Hall) and Times Square (Duffy Square). The latest figures and robot for popular series such as Dragon Ball series and Mobile Suit Gundam series will be on display. There will also be specially-crafted photo spots, and first-ever reveals of brand-new products. Special commemorative items will also be handed out to visitors, and limited-edition event items will be available for purchase.Lastly, unique content has been planned for each world tour location. We will continue to do our utmost to share the fun and joy of figures and robots with our customers all around the world, and to innovate and evolve. Event Summary ◆TAMASHII NATIONS WORLD TOUR -TAMASHII NATIONS 15th ANNIVERSARY- Commemorative Products *Details on how to purchase these are available on the official website: https://tamashiiweb.com/special/tour/?wovn=en *Prices shown are for Japan only. Actual prices will vary by location. For details, see our official website. ◆Event Attendee Special Gift (One of Several) Event visitors will receive a number of special gifts. Details will be available on our official website at a later date: https://tamashiiweb.com/special/tour/?wovn=en STAGE TAMASHII NATIONS WORLD TOUR -TAMASHII NATIONS 15th ANNIVERSARY- SPECIAL DESIGN A display stand for S.H.Figuarts and other series products. This stand features a special Tamashii Nations 15 th anniversary design. *Gifts and how to obtain them will vary by event location. *Stocks are limited, and distribution will end once stocks run out. Bandai Spirits Collector Brand: Tamashii Nations Overview Established in 2008, Tamashii Nations has produced many well-known product series, such as S.H.Figuarts and Chogokin. With a rich lineup of quality figures, robots, and more, it has earned itself a worldwide following. Today, it continues to expand its global outreach. Official website (Tamashii Web): https://tamashiiweb.com/ Tamashii Nations World Tour Official Site: https://tamashiiweb.com/special/tour/?wovn=en Tamashii Nations Official Site (Tamashii Web): https://tamashiiweb.com/ Bandai Spirits Corporate Home Page: https://www.bandaispirits.co.jp/ *Information contained in this press release is current as of February 22 nd, 2023, but may change without prior notice. *Images contained in this press release may differ from actual products. *This event and all products therein are intended for ages 15+. Contact Details Bandai Spirits Co., Ltd. Collectors Toy Department Sakuma c-sakuma@bandai-sp.jp

February 22, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Global C-Pop Artist and Fashion Icon Tia Lee makes waves at London Fashion Week

Redhill Asia

LONDON, UK - Media OutReach - 21 February 2023 - Tia Lee (Lee Yu Fen), a global C-pop singer and fashion icon, made waves at the London Fashion Week (LFW) on Sunday (19 Feb) as she arrived at Julien Macdonald’s Fall-Winter 2023 (FW23) show in a stunning one-of-its-kind couture dress and cape, specially hand-picked by the leading British fashion ace himself. Tia’s outfit was then later presented to the world for the first time as part of Julien Macdonald’s FW23 collection show. Tia was specially selected by Julien Macdonald as the only celebrity to be dressed in a Julien Macdonald couture prior to it being presented for the first time in the Julien Macdonald FW23 collection show. Traditionally, the Sunday evening shows during the London Fashion Week are one of the most anticipated shows, of which this prime time slot was given to the Julien Macdonald FW23 collection show. Caption: Tia Lee in a tailored lace slip dress and flowing black chiffon cape, exclusively handpicked from Julien Macdonald’s FW23 collection The breath-taking and delicately tailored couture dress designed by Julien Macdonald for the new FW23 collection was hand-embroidered with crystals. Together with a flowing cape, a pair of glittering heels from Gina and Jessica McCormack jewellery, Tia’s glamourous look outlined a feminine silhouette that celebrates endless female strength and empowerment. Tia was amongst the exclusive international of A-list celebrities who covet Julien Macdonald’s work to be dressed by the King of Glamour, including Beyonce, Rihanna, Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, Kim Kardashian, Heidi Klum and Naomi Campbell. Caption: Tia Lee at the FROW of the Julien Macdonald showcase L to R: Lorraine Pascale, Dennis O’Brien, Tia Lee, Amber Le Bon On arrival to the Julien Macdonald fashion showcase, Tia was seen in the FROW amongst international A-list celebrities and fashion icons where Julien Macdonald’s FW23 collection was unveiled. Caption: Tia Lee with Julien Macdonald, in couture from his FW23 collection Julien Macdonald was appointed by Karl Lagerfeld as the head designer of knitwear at Chanel at very young age and later in 2001 was appointed as successor to Alexander McQueen as the creative director of the French fashion house Givenchy. He launched his own label in 1997 and swiftly became a leading British fashion designer. Julien received various awards including British Designer of the Year at the Elle Style Awards in 2001, British Glamour’s Designer of the Year and GQ ‘s Womenswear Designer of the year in 2003. He was also nominated at the Olivier awards and awarded an order of the British empire (OBE) in 2004 for his services to the fashion industry. Caption: Tia Lee at Richard Quinn’s FW23 runway show In addition to the Julien Macdonald FW23 collection show, Tia was also invited to a number of top-notch brand showcases of London Fashion Week, such as David Koma, Richard Quinn, Moncler Genius and the ES & Perfect Magazine fashion bash - joining actress Joan Collins, TV presenter Ashley Graham, supermodel Sara Sampaio, British Vogue’s editor in chief Edward Enninful, singers Alicia Keys, Ronan Keating, Pharrell Williams, socialite Lennon Gallagher and many others. As a front row celebrity at the shows amongst other A-listers, Tia’s appearance at London Fashion Week is testament to her stature in the fashion scene as a style icon. Caption: Tia Lee at the FROW of the Richard Quinn showcase L to R: Tia Lee, Sara Sampaio, Ashley Graham In an embroidered coat from his Spring 2023 collection, Tia was spotted alongside supermodel Sara Sampaio, TV presenter Ashley Graham enjoying front row views of Richard Quinn’s latest reveal. Her elegant outfit was further elevated with a teardrop-shaped headpiece from Victoria Grant, suede platform sandals from Jimmy Choo and pearl earrings from Theo Fennel. Caption: Tia Lee with Richard Quinn Tia attended the David Koma FW2023 runway show, her first appearance at London Fashion Week this year. Caption: Tia Lee arriving at the David Koma FW23 runway show A nod to David Koma’s signature body-contouring statement pieces, Tia arrived in a shimmering silver two-piece suit over bomber and boots from his collection. Amina Muaddi's stunning Diamond Chain earrings added shine to Tia's outfit, while Noir Sleek Sunglasses from Gentle Monster were the ultimate statement accessory to finish her look. Caption: Tia Lee at the FROW of David Koma’s FW23 runway show L to R: Tia Lee, Tade, Elodie Russell Tia was also present at David Koma’s invitation only exclusive after party, enjoying the night with David Koma himself, in celebration of the success of the collection’s reveal. Caption: Tia Lee with David Koma Just as styles come and go and clothing evolves, Tia has taken on a metamorphosis of epic proportions from a highly scrutinized artist into a strong independent woman, ready to take on the world. “Goodbye Princess” pays homage to the struggles of life, but ultimately showcases Tia’s determination to rise from the negativity, stereotypes and bias being placed on her. In fact, it is even more iconic because the track is the first ever Chinese song produced by Grammy-Award-winning producer Swizz Beatz, who has previously worked on mega-hits with music icons such as Justin Bieber, Jay-Z and Madonna. In the spirit of female empowerment, Tia launched the #EmpowerHer campaign, and she has used her song as a vehicle to spread awareness for women-centric charities to further their missions. Some of the charities include Beats By Girlz and Women in Music in the United States, Daughters Of Tomorrow in Singapore and Teen’s Key in Hong Kong, all of which are committed to supporting women and girls around the world. One of the highlights was the #EmpowerHerDance challenge, where 16 KOLs across 15 geographies in the world have led the charge in this dance challenge to gain the attention of more than 158m followers globally, to support and empower fellow females. The infectious beat of the song also saw top Grammy-Award-winning female DJ duo NERVO coming onboard in support of the #EmpowerHerMusic campaign, creating an electrifying remix of the record-breaking Goodbye Princess. Together, these female powerhouses around the world have pushed the song to great heights, enabling Tia to become the fastest artist to break 100M views on YouTube with a Chinese pop song. With an empowered mission and vision, redefining her career as a musician and fashion icon, Tia is stepping out of her comfort zone and saying goodbye to her past self. 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/ About Tia Lee: Tia Lee (李毓芬), is a global C-pop singer and international fashion icon. In addition to being an award-winning musician and setting the record for the fastest C-pop music video ever to achieve a 100 million views, Tia appears frequently at major fashion shows. As a trend-setter, Tia has graced the covers of fashion, beauty and lifestyle magazines such as Vogue, Elle, Marie Claire, and shares her beauty and fashion tips through a number of Vogue’s social media channels. Contact Details Redhall Asia Media Contact +852 6077 7342 global@redhill.asia

February 21, 2023 09:15 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Chronicle raises $7.5M seed round from Accel and Square Peg to reimagine presentations

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The slide format was created in the 1980s to design overhead projector slides. 40 years later, the way we work has completely transformed but we are still stuck with this slide format. Not only is it extremely time consuming and tedious to make great presentations, the affordances of this format make it extremely easy to make bad presentations. Today, Chronicle is announcing a new storytelling format to revolutionize storytelling for modern teams. Founded by Mayuresh Patole and Tejas Gawande, Chronicle believes that this problem needs to be solved with world-class information design. They are making a completely new way to make impactful, interactive presentations that are effortless to create. Creating presentations on Chronicle is completely different from hours of pixel pushing. Instead of spending hours tweaking slides, Chronicle allows users to create with ‘pre-designed blocks’. These blocks are interactive and are designed with world-class information design in mind. This radically reduces the time required to create a story that is highly impactful. Chronicle wants to deliver a dummy-proof creation experience - layouts are created much like arranging widgets on your iPhone meaning it's impossible to make a bad-looking Chronicle presentation. The founders have spent the last decade helping thousands of people make presentations while working in product, growth, and management consulting roles. Mayuresh Patole, Co-Founder and CEO at Chronicle, commented: “This started at university where I accidentally ended up teaching lecture halls full of students to build presentations because they thought I'd developed some kind of new interactive format. In reality, I was spending hours hacking Powerpoint to deliver a novel, interactive and engaging format. Today, with the explosion of social media, remote work, and a plethora of modern design tools, the world is ready for a new way to tell stories. I’m so excited that I can now bring that power to create visually stunning stories to anyone in seconds or minutes, not hours.” The founders realized big changes were happening in how people were telling stories - both in the creation and consumption experiences. Tejas Gawande added: “Social media has completely hijacked how people consume complex information. Attention spans have reduced by 33% since 2000 and have given rise to shorter formats across almost everything we consume. Today, most audiences stop paying attention to the presentation at the 10-minute mark. As younger generations have entered the workplace this feeling of ‘death by Powerpoint’ has only grown more acute.“ Simply making tools that lead to faster creation of poorly designed slides with chartjunk and bad information design only further aggravates this issue. Users are also spending hours making bad presentations. Employees spend, on average, more than a month every year writing and finessing these presentations. Mayuresh and Tejas were struck with a strong realization when they saw users move from conventional slide-based design tools to simpler formats that offer one core thing that users want - convenience. According to the founder, the problem is not that you cannot create great presentations with existing tools but rather that it is that the tools do not help in the process. Not only do existing tools and formats make it very difficult to deliver great presentations, they make it quite easy to make bad ones. Chronicle wants everyone to be able to share their story and be proud of the output they create. They also want to make storytelling a joyful experience. To do this they’re breaking the tyranny of the slide and replacing it with interactive blocks that work like magic. Mayuresh Patole added: “Our early adopters are able to use Chronicle to create some of the best decks in just 8 minutes instead of 8 hours. Eventually, we see Chronicle being the best way to anchor any meeting or discussion, in-person, remote, or asynchronous. It is a huge opportunity to impact millions of people who aren’t happy with how stories are told today and we are incredibly excited about it.” The founders used their platform to make their investor pitch deck that caught the eye of Accel’s Shekhar Kirani and it was quickly evident how much impact a simple, well-designed, interactive format could create. Shekhar Kirani, Partner at Accel, commented: “Chronicle is reimagining storytelling. The team is obsessed with fixing the problem and making the experience of crafting impactful stories not just bearable but joyful. Mayuresh and Tejas have put together a global, remote-first team that is fixated on solving the pressing issues that prevent people from delivering their best story, both sync and async. With its opinionated design and delightful experience, Chronicle has already started emerging as the choice of storytelling tool with modern ventures. We are thrilled to be a part of their mission and kick off a new generation of no-design tools.” Paul Bassat, founder at Square Peg, said, “It is rare to find a founder who has such a special connection with the problem. Mayuresh is absolutely obsessed and uniquely skilled to craft a new storytelling medium. When he showed us what he means by ‘a new format’ it was immediately clear that the opportunity is huge and they are thinking about this very differently. We are thrilled to be a part of their mission.” Over the course of their journey, the founders have attracted some of the most prominent thought leaders mapping out the future of work from organizations such as Apple, Google, Slack, Stripe, Superhuman, OnDeck, and Adobe. Chronicle is a fully remote team of 15, operating across the US, India, and Australia. They are currently in closed beta, rapidly iterating with their early adopters on the first version of their product that focuses on helping founders make pitch decks - a use case that is very close to the founders. They will soon be expanding to other internal and external storytelling use cases. About Chronicle Chronicle is a new format of presentations that lets you create impactful stories effortlessly. Chronicle is doing to presentations what Notion did to docs. We are not making a faster tool to make slides, we are fundamentally reimagining the format itself by taking away the design burden, making it interactive and engaging. Find out more and join the waitlist at Chronicle (chroniclehq.com) Chronicle is led by a strong team of storytellers, and product and information design leaders. Mayuresh Patole co-founded Chronicle after witnessing a significant void in the way stories are created and shared. After being repeatedly asked at talks and events about how he made his presentations, he ran a workshop on effective presentations which was a surprise success. He went on to join BCG where he would spend the next 5 years surrounded by presentations again. Tejas Gawande is a product geek who brings his deep expertise in customer and go-to-market from working across the US and 10 APAC countries in eCommerce and management consulting. He also writes a product newsletter for thousands of subscribers. Mayuresh and Tejas met at university (IIT Bombay) and have known each other for a decade. About Accel Accel is a global venture capital firm that aims to be the first partner to exceptional teams everywhere, from inception through all phases of private company growth. Accel has been operating in India since 2008, and its investments include companies like BookMyShow, BrowserStack, Flipkart, Freshworks, FalconX, Infra. Market, Chargebee, Clevertap, Cure Fit, Musigma, Moneyview, Mensa Brands, Myntra, Moglix, Ninjacart, Swiggy, Stanza Living, Urban Company, Zetwerk, and Zenoti, among many others.We help ambitious entrepreneurs build iconic global businesses. For more, visit www.accel.com About Square Peg Square Peg is a global investment firm on a mission to empower exceptional founders. Square Peg was founded in 2012 and has grown into a global investment firm with teams in Sydney, Melbourne, Tel Aviv, and Singapore. Square Peg invests in emerging technology companies across the internet economy. Since 2012, it has invested in over 50 companies including Canva, Fiverr, Stripe, Tomorrow, and Airwallex. For more, visit www.squarepegcap.com Contact Details Chronicle Bilal Mahmood +44 7714 007257 b.mahmood@stockwoodstrategy.com Company Website https://chroniclehq.com/

February 21, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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OPPO to Unveil New Core Technologies and Innovations at MWC 2023

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SHENZHEN, CHINA - Media OutReach - 21 February 2023 - OPPO today announced its participation in Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2023, in Barcelona from February 27 to March 2. Exhibiting under the theme of “Inspire to Believe”, OPPO will showcase a selection of flagship devices including the OPPO Find N2 Flip, new connectivity products and IoT technology, as well as its latest R&D breakthroughs in chip technology, smart health, AR, and fast charging. OPPO will also share details of its progress towards global sustainability goals and future plans to continue this momentum. OPPO will showcase its extensive exploration of smart living at MWC, with products spanning smart entertainment, smart productivity, smart learning, and smart health. Products such as the flagship foldable smartphone, OPPO Find N2 Flip, and the new generation of Assisted Reality smart glasses, OPPO Air Glass 2, will be available to experience, while OPPO’s second self-developed chip MariSilicon Y, and the OHealth H1 family health monitor concept device can also be explored further. Other innovations related to fast charging and a range of telecommunications and connectivity technologies will also highlight the breadth of OPPO’s expertise and belief in the potential of smart technology to improve people’s daily lives. As an official partner of the UEFA Champions League, OPPO will also invite UEFA Champions League Ambassador, Michael Owen and Luis Garcia, to OPPO’s booth at MWC as part of its plan to spark inspirational moments with UEFA. The OPPO booth can be found in Hall 3, section 3M10, at the Fira Gran Via, Barcelona from February 27 to March 2, 2023. For further details, please visit the OPPO MWC23 website. About OPPO OPPO is a leading global smart device brand. Since the launch of its first mobile phone - “Smiley Face” - in 2008, OPPO has been in relentless pursuit of the perfect synergy of aesthetic satisfaction and innovative technology. Today, OPPO provides a wide range of smart devices spearheaded by the Find X and Reno series. Beyond devices, OPPO also provides its users with ColorOS operating system and internet services such as OPPO Cloud and OPPO+. OPPO has footprints in more than 60 countries and regions, with more than 40,000 employees dedicated to creating a better life for customers around the world. Contact Details OPPO Media Contact press@oppo.com

February 21, 2023 02:30 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Comcast Plans Major Network Expansion in Texas

Comcast Houston

Comcast announced today it will significantly expand its next-generation network, the Xfinity 10G Network, in a major way across several southeast Texas counties in 2023. The media and technology company said it will invest more than $100 million to install at least one thousand miles of new fiber-rich highways that will reach up to 80,000 homes and businesses by the end of this year. The planned expansions add to Comcast’s ongoing $2.8 billion investment in Texas over the last three years. Network expansion efforts will begin in Kingwood, Pinehurst, Prairie View, Waller, New Caney and Conroe. Construction will continue in other communities that have ongoing network infrastructure builds in the Houston area. Construction has started in Kingwood, which will be the largest expansion of the year; it is expected to be complete by the end of 2023 and will reach nearly 24,000 Kingwood homes and businesses. These locations will have the foundational next-generation network in place to begin deploying DOCSIS 4.0, setting the stage for the introduction of new symmetrical multi-gigabit Internet options. “We will bring our fiber-rich network to twice the number of homes and businesses this year compared to the number we passed last year,” said Ralph Martinez, Senior Regional Vice President of Comcast’s Texas Region. “Southeast Texas’ rural and suburban communities have been growing fast, and we are building out our next-generation Comcast network in tandem with the growth. We will continue to expand to even more rural communities in the next few years.” Once complete, Comcast, the nation’s largest provider of 1.2 Gigabit per second speeds, will give consumers access to reliable and fast Xfinity Internet and Xfinity Mobile service that outperforms its competitors. Comcast engineers have also developed multiple artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies that make the network faster and more reliable while delivering up to 100 Gbps for Comcast Business customers. In addition, Comcast’s next-generation technology provides multiple layers of security that automatically detect and block hundreds of thousands of cyber events every second, and a Smart Network that automates many core network functions and dramatically reduces the number of outages. “Access to reliable internet and telecommunications services is something that we cannot go without in our day-to-day activities,” said Houston Mayor Pro-Tem and Kingwood resident, Dave Martin. “Comcast and their new construction project in Kingwood is a perfect example of a business working to bridge the gap to connect more people to much-needed services while increasing accessibility to much-needed services and their dependability. I appreciate Comcast’s partnership and commitment to District E.” Comcast is also committed to addressing digital equity in communities we serve, through Project UP, the company’s $1 billion dollar commitment to help tens of millions of people connect to the internet and build futures of unlimited possibilities. Last year, Comcast Texas invested more than one million dollars to help local community organizations provide personalized digital skills training, offer workforce development/readiness workshops and other tech education to students, adults, and people with disabilities. The funding also supports ongoing efforts to build awareness about connectivity programs like Internet Essentials and the federal government’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which offers eligible households up to $30/month credit, or up to $75 for households on tribal lands, for home Internet. Comcast proudly participates in the Affordable Connectivity Program, and offers Internet Essentials Plus, a $29.95/month home Internet service that is effectively free for eligible households, once the ACP credit is applied. Interested customers can visit Xfinity.com/ACP or call 1-800-Xfinity to learn more about this program and find out if they qualify. For more construction details and updates, visit ComcastTexas.com/Expansion. Powered by the Xfinity 10G Network Comcast’s next-generation network and Internet experience are powering homes today and into the future: · Ultimate Capacity: Xfinity customers connect nearly 1 billion devices across the company’s network annually. The Xfinity 10G Network with the next-generation Xfinity gateways deliver the most advanced WiFi technology carrying three times more bandwidth to power streaming, gaming, videoconferencing, and more, simultaneously. · Fastest Internet: 10 million+ Xfinity Internet customers subscribe to gigabit speed products, and Ookla rated Xfinity the fastest Internet provider at the end of 2022*. Symmetrical gig speeds to the first homes are planned for later this year. · Unprecedented Coverage: The latest Xfinity Gateway provides a more reliable connection throughout the home. Customers can get wall-to-wall WiFi coverage with a powerful xFi Pod that extends coverage to hard-to-reach areas, with plans for an offering of increased support for in-home WiFi through a “boost guarantee” later this year. · Most Reliable Connection: Comcast is scaling the nation’s largest and most reliable network – the Xfinity 10G Network – that passes 60 million homes and business and counting. The company plans to launch a new device that is “storm-ready” with cellular and battery backup to help keep customers connected even when the power goes out. · Ultra-Low Latency: The Xfinity 10G Network and the latest xFi Gateway are a powerful combination that deliver ultra-low latency for those moments when response times matter most like video games, a fast-growing category with Xfinity households averaging more than one gaming console per home. For local businesses, Comcast Business offers a suite of connectivity, communications, networking, cybersecurity, wireless, and managed solutions to help organizations of different sizes prepare for what’s next. Powered by the nation’s largest Gig-speed broadband network, and backed by 24/7 customer support, Comcast Business is the nation’s largest cable provider to small and mid-size businesses and one of the leading service providers to the Enterprise market. Comcast Business has been consistently recognized by industry analysts and associations as a leader and innovator, and one of the fastest-growing providers of Ethernet services. Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company that connects people to moments that matter. We are principally focused on connectivity, aggregation, and streaming with 57 million customer relationships across the United States and Europe. We deliver broadband, wireless, and video through our Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky brands; create, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, Universal Studio Group, Sky Studios, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, multiple cable networks, Peacock, NBCUniversal News Group, NBC Sports, Sky News, and Sky Sports; and provide memorable experiences at Universal Parks and Resorts in the United States and Asia. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information. Ookla’s SpeedtestTM Market Index report shows that Xfinity delivered the fastest median download speeds to its Internet customers in the United States for the final quarter of 2022. Contact Details Comcast Steve Campion +1 832-920-2001 Steve_Campion@Comcast.com Company Website https://houston.comcast.com/

February 20, 2023 10:08 AM Central Standard Time

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dbx-tv® Total Cal® selected as CES Picks Award Winner

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We are pleased to announce that dbx-tv’s Total Cal automated in-home tuning system has won this year’s CES Picks Awards, presented by TWICE. Total Cal improves the sound of televisions, soundbars, and portable/home speakers by measuring their performance at the customer’s listening position and automatically compensating for problems caused by device placement and room acoustics. “The Total Cal system represents a breakthrough in consumer audio by making it easy for everyone to experience high quality, accurate, and customized sound without the need for audio expertise or complex A/V equipment, “says Les Tyler, the inventor of automatic equalization technology and President of dbx-tv. Timothy Brault, Director of Sales and Marketing for dbx-tv added, “by harnessing the power of cloud computing and the mobile devices consumers already own, Total Cal works with the industry standard SoCs and DSPs manufacturers already design around, enabling them to deliver high-end audio processing in cost-conscious products.” The awards’ editorial team has said that “ CES has seemingly returned to normality this year and with that, competition to be considered the very best has been high. Across the board, we had tough decisions to make when selecting winners this year which further highlights how impressed we were with our final winners. Congratulations to all those who won.” We’re thrilled to have won this award. If you would like to see our winning product then please click here: http://www.dbx-tv.com/totalcal.You can read more about our success on TWICE’s website, in the February edition of TWICE magazine, in their regular newsletter, and on other promotional channels from the brand in the coming weeks. dbx-tv offers Total Cal to TV & speaker OEM/ODM manufacturers as a companion mobile or smart TV application to the company’s Total Sonics audio post-processing. Products utilizing Total Cal are expected to reach consumers in 2023. dbx-tv has over 40 years of experience improving audio in TVs and other small speaker devices. Born from the pro audio legacy of dbx, dbx-tv has earned multiple television audio technology awards and has improved sound in over a billion devices worldwide. Learn more at www.dbx-tv.com. Contact Details dbx-tv Tim Brault +1 530-346-3276 info@dbx-tv.com Company Website https://dbx-tv.com/contact-us/

February 17, 2023 11:50 AM Eastern Standard Time

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QYOU CEO and Co-Founder Curt Marvis to Present Plenary Presentation at The Times of India Global Business Summit

QYOU Media

Contact Details Doug Barker +1 437-992-4814 shareholder@qyoutv.com Company Website https://www.qyoumedia.com

February 17, 2023 09:40 AM Eastern Standard Time

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FIFA Betting Sites: Best Esports Sites, Bonuses & Security & More

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Do you want to bet on FIFA but you don’t know what the best FIFA betting sites are? Then this ranking will come in handy because we’ve analyzed the entire industry to select the top FIFA sportsbooks. The highest odds, best bonuses, amazing coverage of FIFA events, high-quality streaming and live betting, and superb V.I.P reward programs, are just some of the huge benefits that our recommended sites will bring you. If you’re ready to start betting on FIFA, then check our ranking below! List of the Top FIFA Gambling Sites Here you have our list of the top FIFA sportsbooks you can join today - with a brief description on their best benefit: GG.bet: Best Welcome Bonuses for FIFA BC.Game: Most Complete FIFA Betting Site Thunderpick: Best Crypto Sportsbook for FIFA Loot.bet: Best FIFA Sportsbook for Gamers Pinnacle: Best Odds for FIFA Matches Betway: Best FIFA Betting Site in the UK Rivalry: Best Streaming and Live Betting Midnite: Best for Mobile FIFA Betting If you want to learn more about each sportsbook, check out EsportsOnly.com, or we invite you to read our reviews below. 1. GG.bet: Best Welcome Bonuses for FIFA Do you like big bonuses? Then GG.bet will bring you exactly what you’re looking for, thanks to the generous matched bonus of 200%, free bets, and free money rewards. If you want to bring your bankroll a huge boost, then this is the bookie you need to use. GG.bet pays high odds - making it a good rival to BC.Game - and also works great on mobile and is suitable for live betting. All in all, it’s a solid bookie that you need to check out, especially if you love generous welcome bonuses. 2. BC.Game: Most Complete FIFA Betting Site BC.Game is our favorite pick for betting on FIFAe because it pays high odds, brings generous bonuses, covers lots of FIFAe events and is great for live betting and mobile betting. The ideal combo to get started. It also offers matched bonuses up to 1,260x, making it one of the most generous FIFA sportsbooks right now. And since it has high limits for deposits and withdrawals, you can bet big without problems. If you don’t know what betting site to choosDe, especially if you’re new to the scene, then go ahead with BC.Game, because it’s the most complete FIFA betting site in our opinion. 3. Thunderpick: Best Crypto Sportsbook for FIFA Thunderpick is a solid FIFA bookie because it has a nice welcome bonus up to $500, competitive odds, works great on mobile and the interface is clean and easy to use. Although not as good as BC.Game when it comes to live betting, it’s also competent in this area. But the area where Thunderpick stands out from the other options in this ranking is when we talk about cryptocurrencies. If you want to use crypto for betting on FIFA, then this bookie is exactly what you need. It supports BTC, ETH, USDT, BNB, XRP, LTC and several other coins, and it offers fast processing time for deposits and withdrawals - making it the ideal combo for crypto bettors. 4. Loot.bet: Best FIFA Sportsbook for Gamers Do you wish betting on FIFA felt like a video game? Then Loot.bet is the sportsbook you need in your life. This FIFA betting site has been especially designed for gamers, so that using the site and placing your bets feels like you are playing a fun (and potentially profitable) video game. On top of that, Loot.bet pays competitive odds, works well on mobile and is a solid choice for live betting. So if you’re a gamer that wants to start betting on FIFA, Loot.bet will be your perfect match. 5. Pinnacle: Best Odds for FIFA Matches If all you care about are the highest odds for FIFA, then Pinnacle is the solution you need right now. When compared to the rest of the available FIFA betting sites, you can verify that it pays the highest odds for the vast majority of events, tournaments and matches. Although it is not generous when it comes to bonuses, the fact that it pays the highest odds, brings a clean and user-friendly interface, brings solid free streaming + live betting and covers a wide variety of FIFAe events, makes it an ideal choice. 6. Betway: Best FIFA Betting Site in the UK Simply put, if you’re from the UK and you want to use a traditional bookie that covers a fair amount of FIFAe events, then Betway is the way to go. Bonus points if you love free bets, because the bookmaker loves to give these bonuses on a frequent basis. Betway also pays competitive odds for FIFAe events, and is highly recommended for live betting. The unique downside here is that it doesn’t cover as many FIFAe events as BC.Game, Pinnacle, GG.bet or Thunderpick. 7. Rivalry: Best Streaming and Live Betting If your main focus is live betting, then Rivalry is the way to go. It’s been specially designed to bring the best FIFAe streaming and live betting experience, and they’ve successfully accomplished this goal. On top of that, they pay high odds, cover a phenomenal number of FIFAe events and work great on mobile. The only con of Rivalry is that it could offer more bonuses, given that it doesn’t pay odds as high as Pinnacle, but its amazing live betting and streaming capabilities make it an excellent choice. 8. Midnite: Best for Mobile FIFA Betting If you plan to bet on FIFAe using your smartphone or tablet the majority of time, then Midnite is the perfect pick for you. Thanks to its fast and intuitive iOS and Android app, you can easily bet on your favorite FIFAe events with just a couple of clicks. Midnite also covers a big number of FIFAe events and offers plenty of betting markets, and in addition to their high odds, it’s an excellent combo for all the mobile bettors out there. If that sounds like you, then you should give Midnite a try. How to Sign up on FIFA Betting Sites Are you ready to start betting on FIFA to win big time? Then here’s what you have to do to join our recommended sites: Select a FIFA sportsbook from our ranking Go to their site and sign up Use a promotional code to claim your welcome bonus Make a first deposit Now you can start betting on FIFA matches The process is quite easy and you can complete it in just 5-10 minutes - and since our recommended sites cover a wide variety of FIFA tournaments and events, you’ll be able to start betting on FIFA matches right off the bat. How to Bet on FIFA: Betting Markets and Placing a Bet Now let’s see how you can place your first bet on FIFA, and we will also let you know more about the available betting markets/options, so you can get used to them. Betting Markets for FIFA If you have experience betting on soccer and esports or are even familiar with Overwatch betting, then betting on FIFA will be a walk in the park. To help you out - be it that you’re a seasoned bettor or just starting out - then here you have a complete recap on the betting markets available for FIFAe: Match Result Money Line Total Goals Correct Score 1st Half/2nd Half bets Handicaps Both Teams to Score Double Chance Specials (0.5+ penalties, 0.5+ red cards, 0.5+ goals within the first 5 minutes of the match, etc.) As you can see, they are pretty similar to the bets you’d make on traditional soccer games. So just explore all the available betting markets at your disposal and make your own bet. How to Place a Bet on FIFA Now that you have learned about the different betting markets available for FIFA, it’s time to place your first bet: Log in to your selected FIFA betting site Fund your account in case you’ve not done a first deposit yet Select an available FIFA match Choose a betting market (or several in case you want to make an accumulator bet) Enter how much you’re going to bet Click on “Bet” And that’s it - you’ve just made your first bet on FIFA! All you have to do is to wait for the results to see if your prediction was right. About the Most Popular FIFA Tournaments and Events If you are new to the scene, perhaps you don’t know what tournaments, series or events to follow, so here you have the recap and overview you badly needed to start betting on FIFA: eChampions League ePremier League (ePL) eMajor League Soccer (eMLS) FIFAe World Cup FUT Champions Cup FIFAe Club World Cup FIFAe Nations Cup English ePremier League These events are going to bring you plenty of FIFAe matches where to bet on, but worry not, because our recommended bookies also cover other niche/regional tournaments such as: eMLS League 2023 Eligella Content Creator Cup MoAuba Cup eLaLiga SuperCup Etc. What Bonuses Can You Claim at FIFA Sportsbooks? Bonuses can make betting a lot more interesting and enjoyable because they are basically free money that you can use to grow your bankroll. Here you will find more info about the bonuses you can claim. Free Bets Just like you read it, some of our recommended FIFA betting sites will bring you a handsome bonus of free bets, which you can use to bet on your favorite FIFA matches. They can be worth anywhere from $5 to $50+, and hence, you have a clear shot at making a small fortune if you play it right. Matched Bonuses Would you like to multiply your first deposit? Then you need a matched deposit bonus. This way you can grow your bankroll to have more money to bet with, which is great if you want to increase the bet size without risking too much of your capital. No Deposit Bonuses Would you like to test the waters before betting real money on FIFA? Then you need a no deposit bonus, and our recommended sites offer this type of bonuses. They can range from just a couple of dollars to over $10, it depends on the sportsbook. We recommend you to compare the different sites to find the best no-deposit bonus for you. Insurance Bets Would you feel more confident if the sportsbook refunded your money if you lost a bet? This is the exact benefit you can obtain thanks to insurance bets bonuses. Let’s say you claim an insurance bet bonus for up to $500 and you lose $500 on a FIFA bet, then the sportsbook will bring you back the $500 you’ve just lost in the shape of credits that you can use in new bets. Cashback Bonuses If you have ever used a credit/debit card with cashback, then you already know what this bonus is all about. For every bet you make, you will obtain a percentage of the wager back. This bonus is especially good for conservative bettors. How We Analyze and Select the Best FIFA Betting Sites If you want to learn about our selection process, then here you have a description of the different factors we have used to build this listing of the top FIFA sportsbooks. Licensing Before you deposit your money on the first FIFA sportsbook you find, you need to make sure it’s licensed. For example, the majority of our recommended FIFA betting sites are licensed by the Curacao Gaming Control Board, making them regulated and legal sportsbooks. This will guarantee that your information and money will be in safe hands. Reputation Does the sportsbook have too many complaints from other users? This is the question we ask ourselves when analyzing a new FIFA betting site, and that’s why we review its industry reputation by checking gambling forums, communities and rating sites. If the bookmaker is supported and approved by the community, then we proceed to further analyze it. Odds for FIFA Matches Betting on FIFA is as certain as betting on a traditional soccer match, you never know the final outcome. That’s why we’ve only selected sportsbooks that pay the highest odds for FIFA matches, to bring you the highest possible return on every bet you make, to bring you the risk-reward relationship that you need to make your betting strategy profitable. Coverage of FIFA Events Will you have enough FIFA matches to bet on? Another key question we ask ourselves when analyzing a new FIFA sportsbook. That’s why we make sure that it covers tournaments such as eChampions League, ePremier League (ePL, eMajor League Soccer (eMLS), FIFAe World Cup, and FUT Champions Cup - just to name a few. Our recommended sites will bring you access to a wide variety of FIFA tournaments and events, be it mainstream or niche/regional ones. READ MORE: Betting Markets Having a good variety of betting markets will take your experience to the next level because you will have more freedom and flexibility. Our selected sites allow you to bet on money line, futures, outrights, match winner, over/under, parlay bets, accumulator bets, spreads, handicaps, etc. You will have more than enough betting markets at your disposal. Bonuses and Rewards Generous bonuses and rewards will make your experience a lot more enjoyable. Be it free bets, matched esports bonuses, insurance bets, cashback - you name it. Our recommended sites will reward you greatly, so that you can have more cash to bet on your favorite FIFA events and matches. Mobile Experience Would you like to bet from your smartphone or table with ease? That’s why we’ve only picked FIFA betting sites that are mobile-friendly with fast, reliable and intuitive apps/mobile websites that allow you to bet on your favorite matches in just a couple of clicks. Streaming and Live Betting Watching the FIFA games live is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the esport and spot golden betting opportunities. Due to this reason, we’ve also factored in the quality of the streaming and live betting experience when building this ranking, to only select FIFA betting sites that are highly capable in these areas. Customer Support Even if you’re already familiar with esports bookmakers, sooner or later you will need the site to assist you with an issue or answer an important question, and that’s when good customer support service becomes vital. Our recommended sites will answer your questions and solve your problems as soon as possible via live chat, phone, Discord, Telegram, forums, or email. Best FIFA Betting Tips If you want to learn how to bet on FIFA like the pros, then this section will bring you the exact tips you need to follow. Learn Bankroll Management Managing your bankroll with responsibility is the cornerstone of any effective FIFA betting strategy, because it will let you know how much to bet based on the risk, when to cash out your winnings and when to stop losses. Before you make a bet on FIFA, sit down to answer the following questions: How much money can I use for betting on FIFA without affecting my lifestyle? What are my weekly and monthly profit goals? How much can I afford to lose before calling it a day? How many hours a day will I spend betting on FIFA? Based on these answers, you can start building your bankroll management strategy. Here’s what we recommend: Bankroll Size: Money you can afford to lose Bet Size: 0.5% for risky bets and 1.00% for “safer” bets Profit Goal: 5-10% monthly Loss Limit: -1% to -5% of your bankroll The time you will spend betting on FIFA will depend on your free time, but don’t let it consume your day. Just spend a couple of hours placing your pre-match bets, do some in-game betting and that’s it. Immerse Yourself in FIFA If you want to master the art of betting on FIFA, then you need to immerse yourself in the esport. Start by watching the most important tournaments and events such as the eChampions League, ePremier League (ePL) and eMajor League Soccer (eMLS). Learn about the rules of the esport, the different scenarios and get to know the teams, be it the most popular ones or niche teams from lesser-known tournaments. Make Your Own Research It’s always important to make your own research before placing a bet. You can get recommendations from tipsters, but it’s always better to analyze an event on your own, so that you can create your own predictions for the match. Once you’ve immersed yourself in the world of FIFA Esport, doing your own research will become a lot easier, because you will already know what factors to consider and how to recognize a golden betting opportunity. Use Bonuses Smartly Free bets, matched bonuses, insurance bets, etc. They all are here to help you make more money, as long as you’re smart about using them. Since our recommended sites only offer fair and transparent bonuses, you don’t have to worry about reading thousands of words of Terms and Conditions. All you have to do is to identify the best use for each bonus. For example, if you have a risky play that you’re sure will become true, then using a free bet would be the smart move. On the other hand, matched bonuses should only be used to increase your bankroll, and hence, the bet size. Read More About Esports Betting https://newsdirect.com/news/best-csgo-gambling-sites-2023-find-the-top-games-and-bonuses 226805464 https://newsdirect.com/news/csgoroll-promo-code-2023-use-code-cr100-and-get-3-free-cases-5-bonus-985705215 https://newsdirect.com/news/research-call-of-duty-betting-sites-best-esports-sites-bonuses-and-reviews-932716144 F.A.Q If you want to know more about our top FIFA Sportsbooks, then here you will find the answers to the most frequently asked questions. Is it legal to bet on FIFA? Yes, our recommended FIFA sportsbooks are legal because they’re regulated and licensed. Nonetheless, this might vary depending on your location, which might have specific laws and regulations that consider online betting as illegal. What is the most profitable FIFA esports betting strategy? The most profitable strategy for FIFA is to study the competitors, control your bankroll and look for opportunities for in-game betting. If you can stick to your bankroll management rules, you can make it grow in the long term. Can you bet on FIFA for free? Yes, thanks to the free bets and no deposit bonuses that some of our recommended FIFA sportsbooks offer you. Only use the right promo code, activate it and you will be able to use the free money bonus to bet on your favorite FIFA matches. Can you bet on FIFA on mobile? Yes, our recommended FIFA betting sites, especially Midnite, can adapt to any mobile device be it a smartphone or tablet, so that you can bet on your favorite matches anywhere and at any time. Contact Details Gabriel Hall gabriel@acroud.media

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