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CyberCube Report Warns of Need to Bolster Defenses Against Public Sector Attacks

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Montag, April 15, 2024
Technology, Insurance, Security, Telecommunications, Professional Services, Networks, Other Health, Data Analytics, Health, Data Management, Education, Public sector, Agriculture, Attack, Health care, Research, European, Cartoon Network, Mining, Democracy, Government, Aviation

The (re)insurance industry should brace itself for potential attacks on the public sector targeting government and election infrastructure, warns CyberCube, the market leader of cyber risk analytics for the insurance industry.

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  • The (re)insurance industry should brace itself for potential attacks on the public sector targeting government and election infrastructure, warns CyberCube, the market leader of cyber risk analytics for the insurance industry.
  • In a new report, CyberCube warns government agencies and officials must increase their cybersecurity measures, enhance election integrity safeguards, and collaborate with cybersecurity experts to mitigate these threats.
  • Moreover, around 64 countries plus the European Union will hold national elections this year, involving nearly half of the world’s population.
  • Richard DeKorte, CyberCube’s Cyber Security Consultant, said: “CyberCube foresees an escalation in the attacks perpetrated by state-nexus threat actors targeting critical infrastructure.

Kartoon Channel! Achieves Record Revenue, Subscriber Growth, and Global Coverage

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Dienstag, Februar 13, 2024
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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kartoon Studios, Inc. (NYSE American: TOON) today announced its streaming service business, which premiered in June 2020, has achieved record revenue, increased its paid subscribers, expanded its international market coverage and reached break-even EBITDA in the fourth quarter of 2024.

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  • has steadily grown to become a pre-eminent children’s entertainment destination that delivers thousands of episodes of carefully curated, and family-friendly content.
  • Kartoon Studios CEO, Andy Heyward stated, “In 3½ years, the growth of the Kartoon Studios’ streaming business in the U.S. and globally has been impressive.
  • I feel we have some of the brightest and most talented executives in the global content distribution and OTT/Streaming business.
  • This is best evidenced by our subscriber growth and the significant increase in new trials.”
    Internationally, Kartoon Channel is poised to increase market penetration.

Kartoon Studios Announces Significant Increase in Content Production Planned for 2024

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Montag, Januar 22, 2024
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Beverly Hills, Calif., Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kartoon Studios (NYSE AMERICAN: TOON) announces a significant increase in content production and development planned for 2024 for the Company’s Kartoon Channel!, Frederator Networks, Mainframe Studios, as well as major broadcasters and streamers, including Netflix, Disney Channel, and others. The Company has also appointed Gregg Goldin, former creative executive at DreamWorks Animation, Cartoon Network and MTV, to the newly created position of Senior Vice President, Development & Production.

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  • In this new role, Goldin will be responsible for heading up development and production for both new and original IP to deliver to the marketplace.
  • Goldin will report jointly to Kartoon Studios’ Chairman & CEO Andy Heyward and COO Michael Jaffa.
  • With the increase in content production and other initiatives to be announced in early 2024 to drive revenue, we are well on our way to achieving our goal of sustained profitability.
  • Goldin joins Kartoon Studios following a ten-year tenure at DreamWorks Animation where he served as Vice President of Current Series, overseeing multiple series in production.

Six Flags Unleashes Horrifying New Haunted Houses Inspired by Two Truly Terrifying Movies - The Conjuring, and Saw X

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Donnerstag, September 21, 2023
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“Six Flags Fright Fest is an important part of our passion to thrill guests and exceed their expectations,” said Six Flags Chief Marketing Officer Edithann Ramey.

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  • “Six Flags Fright Fest is an important part of our passion to thrill guests and exceed their expectations,” said Six Flags Chief Marketing Officer Edithann Ramey.
  • Select rides and attractions are open throughout the park and nothing is scarier than tackling a monster coaster in the dark.
  • Inspired by the upcoming release from Lionsgate and Twisted Pictures, SAW X is exclusively at Six Flags Magic Mountain, Six Flags Great America, Six Flags Great Adventure and Six Flags Over Georgia.
  • Sewer of Souls - Guests journey into an underground world of lost souls and terrifying tunnels where evil oozes everywhere.

Thunderbird Distribution Makes Global Tracks With Mittens & Pants

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Donnerstag, September 21, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230921605718/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230921605718/en/
    Thunderbird Distribution is bringing both seasons of Mittens & Pants to mipjunior/MIPCOM in Cannes, France, October 14 to 19, 2023.
  • Mittens & Pants features best friends Mittens the kitten and Pants the puppy who live in the all-animal town of Kibble Corners.
  • “Mittens & Pants was crafted by Windy Isle to stand out in a crowded preschool landscape,” said Richard Goldsmith, Thunderbird President of Global Distribution & Consumer Products.
  • Thunderbird Distribution is bringing both seasons of Mittens & Pants to international sales market mipjunior/MIPCOM taking place in Cannes, France, October 14 to 19, 2023.

Disguise Announces Collection Inspired by DC’s Animated Preschool Series “Batwheels”

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Dienstag, August 29, 2023
Children, Entertainment, Toys, TV and Radio, Fashion, Preschool, Consumer, Retail, Licensing (Entertainment), Education, BAM, Universe, Life, HBO, Jakks Pacific, Warner Bros. Discovery, Robin, Multimedia, Cartoon, Cartoon Network, Organization, DC Universe Infinite, Animation, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Brands and Experiences, HGTV, Television, LATAM, Toy, Eurosport, Disguise

Disguise, Inc., the global costume division of JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK), and Warner Bros.

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  • Disguise, Inc., the global costume division of JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK), and Warner Bros.
  • Discovery Global Consumer Products, today announced an exciting collaboration inspired by DC’s hit preschool series, “Batwheels.” Disguise is bringing the vibrant and action-packed world of “Batwheels” to fans everywhere, igniting the imaginations of young super heroes with distribution plans across North America, the U.K., AU/NZ, and LATAM.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230829526932/en/
    Batwheels Costumes by Disguise (Photo: Business Wire)
    The “Batwheels” collection will include a thrilling array of kids' costumes and wearable 3D vehicles inspired by the key characters featured in the series, currently airing on Cartoon Network.
  • Among the lineup are characters like BAM, Batman, Batgirl, and Robin, with each costume capturing the essence of their heroic personas.

JAKKS Pacific Reveals New Line of Minis Inspired by Classic DC Universe Characters

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Dienstag, August 22, 2023
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Discovery Global Consumer Products, is excited to introduce a brand-new collection of adorable and collectible toy figures inspired by characters from the DC Universe.

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  • Discovery Global Consumer Products, is excited to introduce a brand-new collection of adorable and collectible toy figures inspired by characters from the DC Universe.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230822746085/en/
    DC Minis from JAKKS Pacific (Photo: Business Wire)
    Introducing the first wave of DC Minis 3” figures, featuring a lineup of six iconic characters: Batgirl™, Superman™, Batman™, Wonder Woman™, Bumblebee™, and Supergirl™!
  • Every figure is equipped with detachable accessories such as capes, cowls, glasses, or tutus, enabling you to personalize your character's look and style.
  • Wave one of DC Minis 1.5” Micro figures includes a total of 18 characters with Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash™, and Harley Quinn™!

PROPEL Launches 'PROPEL Learn' App for HBCU Students

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Dienstag, August 15, 2023
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ATLANTA, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The PROPEL Center, the first innovation hub created to support Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), today announced the launch of PROPEL Learn, a student-focused app designed to revolutionize the way HBCU students prepare for future job success. PROPEL Learn will provide culturally-responsive content, curriculum and tech-focused micro-credentials that are co-developed by industry experts, distinguished HBCU faculty, and notable workforce collaborators — making this a groundbreaking app for HBCU students at no cost. 

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  • PROPEL Learn will provide culturally-responsive content, curriculum and tech-focused micro-credentials that are co-developed by industry experts, distinguished HBCU faculty, and notable workforce collaborators — making this a groundbreaking app for HBCU students at no cost.
  • PROPEL Learn is a new, no-cost app designed to revolutionize the way HBCU students prepare for future job success.
  • Developed in collaboration with Honor Education , pioneers in developing teaching and learning software, the PROPEL Learn app will help accelerate learning and bridge the gap between academic preparation and real-world career readiness for HBCU students.
  • "PROPEL Learn is a pioneering app that empowers HBCU students with the latest technological innovations, shaping the future of our workforce.

Media Veteran Gregory Ho Joins The Asia Video Industry Association as Senior Advisor

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Mittwoch, Mai 31, 2023
Operation, Sony Pictures, HBO, Communication, Corporate communication, Warner Bros. Discovery, Marketing, AVIA, CNN, Cartoon Network, CNBC Asia, Warner Bros., Mediacorp, Marketing communications, Video game, Research

"As our industry continues to evolve during this period of tremendous flux and transition, I'm delighted to have Greg joining the team.

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  • "As our industry continues to evolve during this period of tremendous flux and transition, I'm delighted to have Greg joining the team.
  • I'm honoured to have this opportunity to give back to the industry that I love and has been my career for the past 3 decades," said Ho.
  • He also had a long spell with Sony Pictures Entertainment - which included leadership roles overseeing Marketing, Communications, Ad Sales, Research, Channel Management and Operations for its networks in Asia.
  • He began his career with positions at CNBC Asia and Mediacorp Singapore.

Connected Toys Market worth $24.1 billion by 2028- Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Montag, Juli 31, 2023
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Connected toys align with their tech-savvy lifestyles, offering a bridge between the physical and digital worlds.

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  • Connected toys align with their tech-savvy lifestyles, offering a bridge between the physical and digital worlds.
  • The ubiquity of smartphones and tablets ensures that connected toys can easily reach a broad audience of consumers, including children, parents, and tech-savvy individuals.
  • The tech-savvy population in North America, characterized by a strong affinity for digital devices and experiences, is a key driver for the Connected Toys Market.
  • Connected toys cater to this digital lifestyle, offering interactive and engaging play options that resonate with children and teenagers in the region.