Walking Dead

Griffin Gaming Partners Welcomes Russell Binder as Venture Partner & IP Advisor, Championing the Convergence of IP and Gaming

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Mercredi, avril 10, 2024

Griffin Gaming Partners, one of the world’s leading venture capital firms focused on gaming, today announced the addition of Russell Binder as a Venture Partner and IP Advisor.

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  • Griffin Gaming Partners, one of the world’s leading venture capital firms focused on gaming, today announced the addition of Russell Binder as a Venture Partner and IP Advisor.
  • Binder is renowned for his exceptional work in licensing and merchandising, which has significantly amplified the value of various entertainment intellectual properties.
  • His innovative approach to creating expansive IP hubs with games at the core has redefined the landscape of entertainment and media convergence.
  • And at Griffin, my deep-seated passions find a perfect echo,” said Russell Binder.

Animoca Brands and Blockpass forge strategic partnership for a secure and regulatory compliant Web3

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Vendredi, mars 15, 2024

This collaboration will leverage Blockpass' industry-leading KYC/AML SaaS to provide Animoca Brands and select portfolio companies with seamless and cost-effective solutions for user verification.

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  • This collaboration will leverage Blockpass' industry-leading KYC/AML SaaS to provide Animoca Brands and select portfolio companies with seamless and cost-effective solutions for user verification.
  • This strategic partnership will enable Blockpass to tap into the potential of Animoca Brands' ecosystem while enhancing our user verification process."
  • "Animoca Brands has been an important customer of Blockpass since 2021 and we're excited to further our relationship," said Adam Vaziri, CEO of Blockpass.
  • By prioritizing user safety, regulatory compliance, and user experience, Blockpass and Animoca Brands are paving the way for a more secure and inclusive future for the decentralized world.

New Report Details Alarming Surge in Tobacco Imagery in On-Screen Entertainment Most Popular Among Youth and Young Adults

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Mardi, mars 5, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tobacco imagery is surging in shows, social media, music videos and movies — including nearly every Best Picture nominee at the 2024 Academy Awards — exposing millions of young people to depictions that glamorize and normalize tobacco use. The impact of tobacco imagery is well documented, with recent peer-reviewed research showing that exposure to such images makes young people up to three times more likely to start vaping, while the U.S. Surgeon General concluded in 2012 that youth and young adults were twice as likely to smoke compared to those with less exposure. According to Truth Initiative's sixth annual "While You Were Streaming" report titled, "Lights, Camera, Tobacco? How Rising Smoking and Vaping Imagery in Top Entertainment Influences E-Cigarette Use and Fuels Nicotine Addiction Among Young Audiences," this adds up to a serious public health threat, putting a new generation at risk for a lifetime of nicotine addiction.

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  • Surgeon General concluded in 2012 that youth and young adults were twice as likely to smoke compared to those with less exposure.
  • The report reveals the number of tobacco depictions in streaming shows popular among 15- to 24-year-olds more than doubled in 2022, exposing nearly 25 million young people.
  • The rise was largely driven by Netflix's "Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story," which contained a third of all tobacco depictions.
  • You can view it here: youtu.be/dXscOjP2oto
    The report illustrates how tobacco is both normalized and glamorized in today's top streaming entertainment.

"Maestro," "Saltburn," "Barbie," "The Idol" Motion Picture Winners at the 11TH Annual Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards

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Lundi, février 19, 2024

Winners in the Feature Motion Pictures categories include "Maestro," "Saltburn," "Barbie," and "The Idol."

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  • Winners in the Feature Motion Pictures categories include "Maestro," "Saltburn," "Barbie," and "The Idol."
  • Winners in the Daytime Television category awards went to "The Young and the Restless" and "The Boulet Brothers' Dragula."
  • The MUAHS Awards occurred before a sold-out audience of more than 850, including guild members, industry executives and press.
  • " As a Tony® Award and five-time Academy Award® nominee, Bening was feted for her consistent collaboration with Local 706 Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists.

THE PALEY CENTER FOR MEDIA ANNOUNCES SCHEDULE FOR THE 41ST ANNUAL PALEYFEST LA

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Lundi, janvier 29, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Paley Center for Media today announced the schedule for the 41st annual PaleyFest LA, which will take place from Friday, April 12 through Saturday, April 20, at the DOLBY THEATRE in Hollywood. The nation's premier television festival celebrating creative excellence, PaleyFest LA brings audiences together with television's brightest stars from the most acclaimed and buzzworthy TV shows, and features screenings of special preview and premiere content with never-before-seen TV footage.

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  • "The Curb cast and I are looking forward to seeing you all at PaleyFest!
  • For more updates on the complete list of programming for PaleyFest LA, please visit paleyfest.org , our Facebook page and follow @PaleyCenter on Twitter , Instagram , YouTube , LinkedIn .
  • Become a Member today and receive presale access to the best seats before they sell out and discounts to PaleyFest.
  • For more information on the many benefits of Paley Center Membership, please visit paleycenter.org/join-us

THE PALEY CENTER FOR MEDIA ANNOUNCES THE FIRST SELECTED PROGRAM AND DATES FOR THE 41ST ANNUAL PALEYFEST LA

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Mercredi, décembre 20, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Paley Center for Media today announced the first program selection and dates for the 41st annual PaleyFest LA. Featuring leading talent and creative minds from the most acclaimed and hottest TV shows, PaleyFest LA will take the stage at the DOLBY THEATRE in Hollywood from Friday, April 12, 2024, through April 21, 2024.

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  • The festival is made possible by Citi returning as an official sponsor, and the William S. Paley Foundation as the founding benefactor.
  • To become a Paley Member, or to give the gift of Paley Membership this holiday season, please visit paleycenter.org/join-us .
  • Become a Member today and receive presale access to the best seats before they sell out and discounts to PaleyFest.
  • For more information on the many benefits of Paley Center Membership, please visit paleycenter.org/join-us

Orange Comet and AMC Extend Partnership for The Walking Dead Universe Into Video Games

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Jeudi, décembre 14, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Orange Comet, Inc. ("Orange Comet"), a next-generation gaming and entertainment company, and AMC Networks ("AMC") announced today an expansion of their ongoing partnership on The Walking Dead Universe to create a new, immersive video game experience for fans.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Orange Comet , Inc. ("Orange Comet"), a next-generation gaming and entertainment company, and AMC Networks ("AMC") announced today an expansion of their ongoing partnership on The Walking Dead Universe to create a new, immersive video game experience for fans.
  • Feb. 25 on AMC and AMC+ next year; and with second seasons of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon and The Walking Dead: Dead City to follow.
  • "As The Walking Dead Universe embarks on this exciting next chapter, we are thrilled to enter a new phase in our partnership with Orange Comet as well," said Clayton Neuman, VP of Games & Franchise at AMC Networks.
  • Stay tuned for upcoming announcements in early 2024, as Orange Comet and AMC continue to reveal exciting developments in The Walking Dead Lands.

The Sandbox Welcomes Nicola Sebastiani as Chief Content Officer, Announces Three Executive Appointments

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Mardi, octobre 17, 2023

The Sandbox , the leading decentralized virtual world and a subsidiary of Animoca Brands , is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicola Sebastiani as its new Chief Content Officer.

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  • The Sandbox , the leading decentralized virtual world and a subsidiary of Animoca Brands , is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicola Sebastiani as its new Chief Content Officer.
  • With his extensive background in the gaming industry, Nicola will play a crucial role in shaping the content and creator ecosystems within The Sandbox.
  • Mathieu Nouzareth , formerly The Sandbox CEO of North America, has been promoted to chief business officer, where he will oversee global business strategy.
  • Amit Kumar , chief growth officer, will assume the role of chief marketing officer, where he will work alongside a diverse ecosystem of partners to expand The Sandbox’s global community.

Grenco Science Announces The Launch Of The Grateful Dead X G Pen Dash

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Mardi, octobre 17, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Grateful Dead, one of the most popular, enduring and influential bands in American history, has teamed up with Grenco Science (G Pen), the leader in advanced technology cannabis vaporization, on its bestselling vaporizer to introduce the Grateful Dead x G Pen Dash. This is the first official launch from the Grateful Dead in the cannabis vaporization space; the collaboration drops in stores nationwide and online at gpen.com/GratefulDead today (October 17th, 2023).

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Grateful Dead, one of the most popular, enduring and influential bands in American history, has teamed up with Grenco Science ( G Pen ), the leader in advanced technology cannabis vaporization, on its bestselling vaporizer to introduce the Grateful Dead x G Pen Dash.
  • This is the first official launch from the Grateful Dead in the cannabis vaporization space; the collaboration drops in stores nationwide and online at gpen.com/GratefulDead today (October 17th, 2023).
  • The collaborative vaporizer maintains the essential nature of the original Dash while adopting the recognizable iconography of the American phenomenon that is the Grateful Dead.
  • Grateful Dead x G Pen Dash Key Features:
    The Grateful Dead x G Pen Dash retails for $79.95 and will be available in stores and online beginning October 17th, 2023.

The Sandbox partners with Agora to power next-gen social interactions in the metaverse

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Mercredi, octobre 4, 2023

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sandbox, a leading decentralized gaming virtual world and a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, today announced a partnership with Agora to supercharge real-time engagement and social interaction within the metaverse. The collaboration will empower players in The Sandbox to connect through real-time voice, video, and chat, encouraging better collaboration among creators, and social multiplayer experiences.

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  • The collaboration will empower players in The Sandbox to connect through real-time voice, video, and chat, encouraging better collaboration among creators, and social multiplayer experiences.
  • The Sandbox chose Agora for this partnership because they provide an ideal real-time engagement platform for the metaverse.
  • "Real-time engagement technology is essential for enabling social interactions in the metaverse," said Tony Zhao, CEO and Co-Founder of Agora.
  • "We're excited to see how The Sandbox continues to innovate with Agora's products to build deeper connections within communities."