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Sonoro Unveils New Leadership Team

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sonoro announced today its new leadership team, naming Camila Victoriano, Cesar Martinez, and Sergio Gonzalez Rothlin as the company's new Chief Content Officer, Chief Commercial Officer, and Chief Growth Officer, respectively.

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  • Global Hispanic media company to add Chief Content Officer, Chief Commercial Officer, and Chief Growth Officer
    LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sonoro announced today its new leadership team, naming Camila Victoriano, Cesar Martinez, and Sergio Gonzalez Rothlin as the company's new Chief Content Officer, Chief Commercial Officer, and Chief Growth Officer, respectively.
  • The three industry veterans will bring their wealth of experience to Sonoro as it expands its footprint on both sides of the border and beyond.
  • "I am pleased to join the Sonoro leadership team at a time when the market is finally recognizing the power of the fast-growing, influential Latino demographic and the importance of original IP that resonates with our community," said Martinez.
  • With his promotion to Sonoro's first Chief Growth Officer, Rothlin will lead the team in scaling innovative, community-oriented growth strategies.

AgencyBloc Debuts New “Insurtech Building Blocs” Podcast

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgencyBloc , provider of growth-focused insurtech solutions catering to the health, benefits, and senior market industries, proudly announces the debut of new podcast series, Insurtech Building Blocs, that delivers valuable insight for insurance professionals.

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  • CEDAR FALLS, Iowa, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgencyBloc , provider of growth-focused insurtech solutions catering to the health, benefits, and senior market industries, proudly announces the debut of new podcast series, Insurtech Building Blocs, that delivers valuable insight for insurance professionals.
  • "This new podcast series is a significant milestone not just for AgencyBloc, but for the health and group benefits industry," said Tim Robinson, CEO at AgencyBloc.
  • The podcast will be available on all major podcast platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube Podcasts.
  • To stay updated on the latest episodes and receive notifications of new releases, subscribe to Insurtech Building Blocs at https://www.agencybloc.com/podcast or from your favorite podcast platform.

GigaOm Sonar for Vector Databases Positions Vespa as a Leader and Forward Mover

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Vespa , supplier of the leading platform for applications that leverage AI and data online at scale, today announced it has earned recognition as a leader and forward mover in the GigaOm Sonar for Vector Databases.

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  • Vespa , supplier of the leading platform for applications that leverage AI and data online at scale, today announced it has earned recognition as a leader and forward mover in the GigaOm Sonar for Vector Databases.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240213670564/en/
    GigaOm Sonar Reports evaluate technology that is new, interesting, and attractive but poses intrinsic risk when it comes to enterprise adoption.
  • Vespa is positioned as a Leader and Forward Mover in GigaOm's latest report on vector databases.
  • The GigaOm Sonar for Vector Databases can be downloaded here:

The problems with dating apps and how they could be fixed – two relationship ethicists

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Dating sites and apps have made it easier to find sexual and romantic partners, expanding the pool of potential mates to include the entire internet.

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  • Dating sites and apps have made it easier to find sexual and romantic partners, expanding the pool of potential mates to include the entire internet.
  • Before dating apps, many people met partners through family, friends or work, which meant that potential partners were often “vetted” by people we trusted.
  • There are even dating apps exclusive to people with certain political views.
  • The articles in this series explore the questions and bring answers as we navigate this turbulent period of life.
  • Apps are designed carefully to hold your attention using elements and rewards that make using them feel like playing a game.
  • Finally, dating apps encourage users to objectify each other through rapid judgment based on appearance.
  • From rapid swiping with little information beyond a picture on apps like Tinder, to Grindr’s grid of torsos, dating apps make it easy to dismiss with a glance.

Can dating apps be better?

  • Our continuing exploration of these topics has convinced us that the people who design dating apps could do more to improve the experience for users.
  • This is why, at the Centre for Love, Sex, and Relationships at the University of Leeds, we are also launching a new research project on ethical dating online to explore how apps can become a better experience for everyone.
  • Dating apps could give users more information about their preferences and behaviour.
  • Finally, apps can “nudge” users towards more ethical behaviour, encouraging them not to ghost someone, for example, or enforcing a cooling-off period for serial swipers.
  • While this might feel intrusive, remember that dating apps are already doing this – for example, sending notifications encouraging you to check the app regularly.

Be a better dating app user

  • There are also steps you can take to interact more ethically on dating apps.
  • In short, remember that online dating is not just a game, even if it feels like one, and that the images on your phone are – usually – of real people.


The authors do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

AI as the Architect of Wellbeing: Welltory Harnesses Users' Wellness Data

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Friday, February 9, 2024

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As wearables and apps continuously collect users' health data, the true potential for actionable insights has largely been untapped. Welltory bridges this gap with its AI-driven analysis, transforming data from 1,000+ wearables, devices, and apps into highly personalized wellness guidance. The company harnesses AI to analyze data including sleep patterns, activity levels, and heart health, to craft personalized wellness advice. It uses proprietary models for interpreting heart rate variability signals, which leads to top-notch guidance for improving health and happiness, based on your body's signals.

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  • Welltory bridges this gap with its AI-driven analysis, transforming data from 1,000+ wearables, devices, and apps into highly personalized wellness guidance.
  • The company harnesses AI to analyze data including sleep patterns, activity levels, and heart health, to craft personalized wellness advice.
  • Thanks to its unique market position, Welltory owns an extensive wellness dataset from years of observation, incorporating not only data from devices, but also subjective feedback, clinical surveys, and even work-related data.
  • Users who consent to Welltory's use of their collected wellness data, receive personalized wellness guidance in the familiar app or in GPT-driven Welltory AI Coach available since December 2023.

Thinkific Introduces New Podcast: "Unique Genius: The Business of Creators"

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Thinkific Labs Inc. ("Thinkific") (TSX: THNC), a leading platform for creating, marketing, and selling online learning products, today announced the launch of a new Podcast, "Unique Genius: The Business of Creators".

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Thinkific Labs Inc. ("Thinkific") (TSX: THNC), a leading platform for creating, marketing, and selling online learning products, today announced the launch of a new Podcast, "Unique Genius: The Business of Creators".
  • The podcast is crafted to cater to the specific needs and ambitions of creators, offering a unique and inspiring window into the world of creative entrepreneurship.
  • "Unique Genius" is a mentorship forum where accomplished creators engage in candid discussions about the challenges and successes they've encountered on their entrepreneurial journeys.
  • To view the podcast trailer, please click here
    To listen to the podcast, please visit the Spotify showpage here .

Julius Genachowski and Dawn Ostroff Join Mattel Board of Directors

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today that Julius Genachowski and Dawn Ostroff have joined the Company’s Board of Directors, effective February 5, 2024.

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  • Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today that Julius Genachowski and Dawn Ostroff have joined the Company’s Board of Directors, effective February 5, 2024.
  • Mr. Genachowski brings to Mattel extensive experience in technology, media and telecom, including internet and digital communications policy, cybersecurity, and privacy.
  • Mr. Genachowski is Chairman of the Board of Directors of Sonos and serves on the Board of Mastercard.
  • Ynon Kreiz, Chairman and CEO of Mattel, said: “Julius and Dawn are globally respected leaders in media, entertainment, and technology and we are thrilled to welcome them to Mattel’s Board of Directors.

Snap Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

We grew and deepened our engagement with our community:

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  • We grew and deepened our engagement with our community:
    DAUs were 414 million in Q4 2023, an increase of 39 million, or 10%, year-over-year.
  • Snap Inc. will host a conference call to discuss the results at 3 p.m. Pacific / 6 p.m. Eastern today.
  • We calculate average Monthly Active Users for a particular quarter by calculating the average of the MAUs as of each calendar month-end in that quarter.
  • Note: For adjustments and additional information regarding the non-GAAP financial measures and other items discussed, please see “Non-GAAP Financial Measures,” “Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures,” and “Supplemental Financial Information and Business Metrics.”

Mattel Television Studios’ Barbie and Stacie to the Rescue to Debut March 14 on Netflix

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today that Barbie, Stacie and friends are returning for an all-new journey in Barbie and Stacie to the Rescue.

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  • Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today that Barbie, Stacie and friends are returning for an all-new journey in Barbie and Stacie to the Rescue.
  • Coming to Netflix March 14, the hour-long special will follow Barbie’s middle sister, Stacie, as she quickly comes to the rescue of Barbie and Skipper.
  • Barbie and Stacie to the Rescue marks the first time Stacie plays a lead role in Barbie content and includes five new original songs, new friends, and more puppies than ever.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240206197691/en/
    Key art for Barbie and Stacie to the Rescue (Photo: Business Wire)
    In Barbie and Stacie to the Rescue, audiences will soar to new heights with Barbie and Stacie as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime.

Monster Energy's UNLEASHED Podcast Welcomes Women's Snowboard Champions Chloe Kim and Zoi Sadowski-Synnott for Special Live Episode at X Games Aspen 2024

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

ASPEN, Colo., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The podcast goes live at X Games Aspen 2024 with two of the winningest women snowboarders! Monster Energy proudly welcomes team riders Chloe Kim and Zoi Sadowski-Synnott on Episode 402 of the sports and pop culture podcast UNLEASHED with The Dingo, Danny, and Brittney. Tune in as 23-year-old Kim from Los Angeles and 22-year-old Sadowski-Synnott from Wannaka, New Zealand, reflect on the special significance of X Games with the three podcast hosts.

Key Points: 
  • ASPEN, Colo., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The podcast goes live at X Games Aspen 2024 with two of the winningest women snowboarders!
  • Monster Energy proudly welcomes team riders Chloe Kim and Zoi Sadowski-Synnott on Episode 402 of the sports and pop culture podcast UNLEASHED with The Dingo, Danny, and Brittney.
  • - Zoi Sadowski-Synnott
    At X Games Aspen 2024, Kim returned after a two-year break since last competing in the event in 2021.
  • Now I'm here because I want to be here, and that's all I needed to know," said Kim on UNLEASHED.