Animation

Toonz Media Group and Driver Studios to Co-Produce New 3D Animated Series on YouTube for March 2024 Launch

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

NEW YORK, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Toonz Media Group, the global animation powerhouse, and Driver Studios, a leader in kids and family entertainment, have joined forces to co-produce "The Blahs." This new, original 3D animated series is designed to delight and engage 3-8 year-olds watching on YouTube, where 86% of US kids watch entertainment. "The Blahs" was created by visionary storytellers Rob Kurtz and Dan Markowitz, the team behind Driver Studios' award-winning Cool School YouTube channel, where "The Blahs" will launch on March 31, 2024. The 30-episode series will also be promoted on Toonz' ChotoonzTV YouTube Channel, reaching 11.1 million subscribers.

Key Points: 
  • This new, original 3D animated series is designed to delight and engage 3-8 year-olds watching on YouTube, where 86% of US kids watch entertainment.
  • The 30-episode series will also be promoted on Toonz' ChotoonzTV YouTube Channel , reaching 11.1 million subscribers.
  • For this collaboration, Toonz led the 3D animation while Driver Studios developed the original characters, concept art and visualization, and scripts.
  • Driver Studios creates award-winning original and branded entertainment on YouTube for the world's leading brands, including Mattel, Hasbro, Lego and more.

K-12 Enrichment Company Brains & Motion Education (BAM!) Launches Today

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks the launch of enrichment provider Brains & Motion Education (BAM!), a tech-enabled company unlocking the potential of students year-round through after-school, structured recess, and summer camp with STEM, arts, and sports programs. As the only nationwide provider with a focus on whole-child development, BAM! aims to stimulate young minds while keeping growing bodies joyfully active. 

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  • New After-school and Summer Camp Programs Offer STEM, Arts, and Sports Enrichment Nationwide With New Funding
    SAN FRANCISCO, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks the launch of enrichment provider Brains & Motion Education (BAM!)
  • , a tech-enabled company unlocking the potential of students year-round through after-school, structured recess, and summer camp with STEM, arts, and sports programs.
  • These types of enrichment activities can and should be available to every student, regardless of their zip code."
  • Epstein, an education industry veteran, was brought in to launch the company from the assets of an enrichment company.

Valeo presents Valeo Racer, a new extended reality in-car gaming experience developed with Unity, at South by Southwest 2024

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Monday, March 4, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At South by Southwest 2024 in Austin, Texas, Valeo, a world leader in mobility technology, will present a world first: Valeo Racer, a new extended reality in-car gaming experience for passengers developed using Unity. With Valeo Racer, every ride becomes a special and fun experience, be it for a short commute or a longer journey. The game integrates the vehicle's real surroundings, including buildings, roads and traffic, offering unique experiences and challenges every time.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At South by Southwest 2024 in Austin, Texas, Valeo, a world leader in mobility technology, will present a world first: Valeo Racer, a new extended reality in-car gaming experience for passengers developed using Unity.
  • With Valeo Racer, every ride becomes a special and fun experience, be it for a short commute or a longer journey.
  • Valeo Racer is the first extended reality video game to combine live video and world perception of the real environment with digital gaming elements.
  • Join us to try the Valeo Racer demo at the Valeo exhibit at Comedor - 501 Colorado Street, March 10 to 12.

KUNG FU TEA PARTNERS WITH DREAMWORKS ANIMATION FOR KUNG FU PANDA 4, IN THEATERS NATIONWIDE MARCH 8

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Friday, March 1, 2024

NEW YORK, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kung Fu Tea announces an exciting partnership with DreamWorks Animation for Kung Fu Panda 4, the new chapter in the beloved action-comedy franchise, in theaters nationwide March 8.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kung Fu Tea announces an exciting partnership with DreamWorks Animation for Kung Fu Panda 4, the new chapter in the beloved action-comedy franchise, in theaters nationwide March 8.
  • Throughout the partnership, every customer who purchases one of the specially crafted KFT x Kung Fu Panda 4 drinks will receive an exclusive KFT x Kung Fu Panda 4 Sticker with their purchase.
  • Kung Fu Tea will also host a sweepstakes on Instagram offering a chance to win a Year of Boba at Kung Fu Tea and a coveted Kung Fu Panda 4 Prize Pack (including 2 tickets to see Kung Fu Panda 4 in theaters, a backpack, and more)!
  • Don't miss the opportunity to indulge in the exclusive KFT x Kung Fu Panda 4 drinks and collect your limited-edition sticker at any participating Kung Fu Tea location from March 1 to March 15.

KessCo Announces Licensing Partnership with Toei Animation

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KessCo is ecstatic to announce its licensing partnership with legendary anime studio Toei Animation for the two fan-favorite franchises One Piece and Digimon, which are both celebrating their global 25th anniversaries this year. As part of this exciting collaboration, initials plans for licensed products include two upcoming tabletop titles as well as several outdoor spring/summer toys, all scheduled to release in 2024-2025.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KessCo is ecstatic to announce its licensing partnership with legendary anime studio Toei Animation for the two fan-favorite franchises One Piece and Digimon, which are both celebrating their global 25th anniversaries this year.
  • "Having the opportunity to create play experiences for One Piece and Digimon is a dream come true," shares Alex Kessler, CEO of KessCo.
  • Since its launch in 2016, KessCo has consistently contributed to innovation in the toy industry through the introduction of its own successful intellectual properties.
  • "Toys and games are a top licensing category for both our One Piece and Digimon franchises," said Masayuki Endo, President & CEO of Toei Animation Inc. "We're excited to partner with KESS to provide new opportunities for fans to interact and engage with our franchises and each other."

The "Spring Festival Festival Festival" in Chengdu has come to an end

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

CHENGDU, China, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On the night of February 24th, the lanterns in Chengdu were bright and dazzling, with countless Spring Festival activities blooming in various places in Chengdu. The Year of the Dragon came to a close amidst the lively atmosphere of fireworks and excitement, marking a vibrant start to the Chinese people's 2024. In the midst of this festive tourism atmosphere, how "hot and spicy" is Chengdu?

Key Points: 
  • Statistics show that during the Spring Festival period, GoChengdu ranked first on both Facebook and X platforms among national central city accounts.
  • On Lantern Festival day, GoChengdu released the creative short film "Strolling in the December Market Painting," capturing the festive atmosphere of Lantern Festival in Chengdu.
  • The short film creatively uses VR gaming settings to recreate the prosperous scene of the December market in Song Dynasty Chengdu.
  • On the Xiaohongshu platform, there are over 1.64 million notes recording the "Chengdu Spring Festival Travel Guide," inspiring global netizens to explore Chengdu through the internet.

iHuman Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2023 Unaudited Financial Results

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

BEIJING, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- iHuman Inc. (NYSE: IH) ("iHuman" or the "Company"), a leading provider of tech-powered, intellectual development products in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.

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  • BEIJING, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- iHuman Inc. (NYSE: IH) ("iHuman" or the "Company"), a leading provider of tech-powered, intellectual development products in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.
  • It also earned YouTube's Silver Creator Award and rose to rank among the top three most popular children's apps on the U.S. Apple app store in the fourth quarter.
  • Ms. Vivien Weiwei Wang, Director and Chief Financial Officer of iHuman, added, "Our fourth quarter results ended 2023 on a positive note despite a turbulent global economic environment.
  • While our fourth quarter results saw a marginal decrease year-over-year, it reflected a normalization from the exceptional fourth quarter performance last year, which was caused by a heightened demand driven by more indoor activities during the pandemic.

New Streaming Platform 'BLKFAM' Launches with Bias-Free Content for Black Families

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Monday, February 26, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BLKFAM, the first and only Black-owned, Black-focused family streaming platform, launches today. BLKFAM entertains, educates, and celebrates Black American family-friendly content, sharing authentic, inclusive stories incorporating radical diversity, equity, inclusion and empowerment, with compelling original series, animation, syndicated shows, documentaries and more. Founded by digital media veteran Larry Adams, the ad-supported, free streaming service launches with equity partner Whoopi Goldberg.

Key Points: 
  • BLKFAM, partnered with Whoopi Goldberg, is the first and only Black-owned, Black-focused family streaming platform with empowering and diverse content
    NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BLKFAM, the first and only Black-owned, Black-focused family streaming platform, launches today.
  • Founded by digital media veteran Larry Adams, the ad-supported, free streaming service launches with equity partner Whoopi Goldberg.
  • BLKFAM addresses this underserved market by bringing family-friendly, data-backed unbiased content to streaming.
  • BLKFAM has partnered with The Africa Channel to bring content amplifying stories from the global Black diaspora to the new platform.

PARAMOUNT+ REVEALS THE OFFICIAL TRAILER AND KEY ART FOR THE ALL-NEW ORIGINAL ANIMATED SERIES, DORA, PREMIERING GLOBALLY ON FRIDAY, APRIL 12

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Monday, February 26, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Paramount+ celebrates the triumphant return of iconic Latina heroine Dora the Explorer with the reveal of the official trailer and key art for the upcoming original preschool series DORA. Produced by Nickelodeon Animation and featuring 26 CG-animated 11-minute episodes, DORA will premiere on Friday, April 12, exclusively on Paramount+ in the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and Australia. Twenty episodes will be available to stream in all Paramount+ international markets outside of France and Japan on April 12. The series will also air on Nick Jr. internationally.

Key Points: 
  • Produced by Nickelodeon Animation and featuring 26 CG-animated 11-minute episodes, DORA will premiere on Friday, April 12, exclusively on Paramount+ in the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and Australia.
  • Twenty episodes will be available to stream in all Paramount+ international markets outside of France and Japan on April 12.
  • Kathleen Herles, the original voice of Dora the Explorer, returns to the new series as Mami, and Mike Smith Rivera joins the cast as Papi.
  • DORA is produced by Nickelodeon Animation in Burbank, California, and created by Chris Gifford and Valerie Walsh Valdes.

Cochlear announces 2024 winners of annual scholarships

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

LONE TREE, Colo., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Eight outstanding Cochlear™ Nucleus® Implant, Cochlear Baha® System and Cochlear Osia® System recipients have been announced as the winners of the 2024 annual Cochlear Academic Scholarships. From founding nonprofit organizations to performing in musicals, to telling underrepresented stories through visual art, and much more, each of the recipients have extraordinary stories on top of their perseverance through hearing loss.

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  • LONE TREE, Colo., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Eight outstanding Cochlear™ Nucleus® Implant, Cochlear Baha® System and Cochlear Osia® System recipients have been announced as the winners of the 2024 annual Cochlear Academic Scholarships.
  • The scholarships recognize Cochlear recipients in the United States and Canada who uphold the Cochlear ideals of leadership, humanity, and demonstrate high academic achievement.
  • The 2024 Graeme Clark Scholarship winners are:
    Julianne Hill Blackburn, (Samford University) from Homewood, AL.
  • This adds up to $60,000 in total scholarship funds given by Cochlear Americas for this year's winners.