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New Study: Durbin-Marshall Credit Card Bill a Win for Nation’s Top 5 Retailers, Loss for America’s Small Businesses

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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The study also raises several serious questions related to fraud for both businesses and consumers.

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  • The study also raises several serious questions related to fraud for both businesses and consumers.
  • U.S. credit card networks currently offer liability protections against fraud for both consumers and merchants, but it is unclear if those same guaranteed protections would carry over to alternative networks.
  • The study concludes, “almost all of the CCCA transfers will accrue to the largest merchants, placing SMEs at an even steeper competitive disadvantage.
  • “The largest U.S. retailers would effectively receive a transfer of approximately $2.9 billion from issuers and cardholders impacted by the legislation.

Make Easter Egg-cellent with Decadent, Filled Chocolove Eggs in Four Flavors

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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BOULDER, Colo., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chocolove, the Boulder, Colo.-based leader in chocolate quality, flavor innovation and sustainability for nearly 30 years, is announcing the return of its festive, bite-sized, filled chocolate eggs to retail stores in time for Easter. Available in four flavors –Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Filled Eggs, Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Filled Eggs, Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Filled Eggs, and Milk Chocolate Marshmallow Filled Eggs – Chocolove's limited-edition, individually wrapped chocolate eggs are wonderful for Easter egg hunts, gift baskets and candy dishes. Plus, this is the only time of year fans can get Chocolove's marshmallow filling in premium milk chocolate.

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  • BOULDER, Colo., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chocolove, the Boulder, Colo.-based leader in chocolate quality, flavor innovation and sustainability for nearly 30 years, is announcing the return of its festive, bite-sized, filled chocolate eggs to retail stores in time for Easter.
  • Available in four flavors –Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Filled Eggs, Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Filled Eggs, Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Filled Eggs, and Milk Chocolate Marshmallow Filled Eggs – Chocolove's limited-edition, individually wrapped chocolate eggs are wonderful for Easter egg hunts, gift baskets and candy dishes.
  • Chocolove eggs are available nationwide at Kroger, Albertsons, Whole Foods Markets, Sprouts, Hy-Vee, New Seasons Market, Raley's Supermarket and other stores.
  • The Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Filled Eggs are also available at Chocolove.com and Amazon.com .

Electrolit Serves the 2024 Miami Open presented by Itaú as Official Hydration Sponsor

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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HOUSTON, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Electrolit – the preferred, premium hydration beverage made from pharmaceutical quality grade ingredients – proudly announces it is the official hydration beverage of the prestigious 2024 Miami Open presented by Itaú, taking place from March 17 - 31.

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  • HOUSTON, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Electrolit – the preferred, premium hydration beverage made from pharmaceutical quality grade ingredients – proudly announces it is the official hydration beverage of the prestigious 2024 Miami Open presented by Itaú, taking place from March 17 - 31.
  • "Being part of the Miami Open presented by Itaú with world-class tennis on display is history in the making for Electrolit," said Jake Sloan, Electrolit USA's Sr. Marketing Director.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Electrolit as a premier sponsor of the 2024 Miami Open presented by Itaú," added Josh Ripple, SVP of Tennis Events at IMG.
  • "Providing proper hydration is pivotal for the players competing and we are proud to showcase and offer Electrolit as part of the Miami Open experience."

Whip Media Announces Chase Cabanillas as Chief Technology Officer

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Whip Media, the leading enterprise software platform and data provider to the world's largest entertainment organizations, today announced Chase Cabanillas has joined the company as Chief Technology Officer. Cabanillas will lead Whip Media's global engineering organization, partner with senior leaders to set and execute the company's technical vision and strategy, and oversee the development and delivery of Whip Media products.

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  • Cabanillas joins Whip Media with more than two decades of expertise in scaling engineering teams, building innovative data products, and launching successful SaaS applications
    LOS ANGELES, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Whip Media, the leading enterprise software platform and data provider to the world's largest entertainment organizations, today announced Chase Cabanillas has joined the company as Chief Technology Officer.
  • Cabanillas will lead Whip Media's global engineering organization, partner with senior leaders to set and execute the company's technical vision and strategy, and oversee the development and delivery of Whip Media products.
  • Cabanillas has more than 20 years of experience leading large technology organizations and most recently served as Principal at Irreverent Digital, a boutique firm engaging in bespoke, hands-on digital projects.
  • "I am thrilled to help amplify Whip Media's track record of developing innovative products that are trusted by studios, streaming platforms, and FAST/AVOD channels alike," said Cabanillas.

Stuffed Puffs® Unveils Exciting Easter Treats with Hershey's JOLLY RANCHER Brand

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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Stuffed Puffs is introducing two exciting new items just in time for Easter: Sour Blue Raspberry and Sour Watermelon, marking the company's first foray into sour candy.

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  • Stuffed Puffs is introducing two exciting new items just in time for Easter: Sour Blue Raspberry and Sour Watermelon, marking the company's first foray into sour candy.
  • Stuffed Puffs is introducing two JOLLY RANCHER items just in time for Easter: Sour Blue Raspberry and Sour Watermelon
    This launch represents a significant innovation for Stuffed Puffs, moving beyond their classic chocolate-filled offerings, and embracing the lively and puckering essence of sour candy.
  • "Partnering with The Hershey Company to incorporate the JOLLY RANCHER brand and flavors with our brand has allowed us to craft an incredibly fun Easter treat," said Michael Tierney, CEO of Stuffed Puffs.
  • These innovations are an exciting new frontier in candy fillings for Stuffed Puffs and open up a new world of possibilities for our future growth."

MALK Organics Raises Capital, Announces New Products, and Expands Retail Distribution

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading alternative milk brand, MALK Organics announced today that it has closed an internal investment round led by existing investors Benvolio Group and Rotor Capital. Along with the funding, they have also announced significant distribution expansion and the launch of three new SKUs – Cashew MALK, Shelf Stable Unsweetened Almond MALK, and Shelf Stable Original Oat MALK, with more exciting launches later this year.

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  • Along with the funding, they have also announced significant distribution expansion and the launch of three new SKUs – Cashew MALK, Shelf Stable Unsweetened Almond MALK, and Shelf Stable Original Oat MALK, with more exciting launches later this year.
  • In the past year, MALK was the #1 fastest growing plant-based milk across all markets and more than doubled its distribution.
  • MALK will utilize this capital infusion to expand their retail presence, increase marketing efforts, and support new product innovation.
  • Suggested retail price for Cashew MALK is $6.99
    Shelf Stable MALK (Unsweetened Almond & Original Oat) is fashioned with the same dedication to purity and simplicity as refrigerated MALK products and is also made with just three wholesome ingredients.

Yo Mama's Foods Unveils Refreshed Packaging

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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CLEARWATER, Fla., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Yo Mama's Foods, the all-natural, best-selling handcrafted pasta sauce company, is pleased to announce a packaging refresh across its entire product portfolio. The brand is embracing a fresh, modern, yet timeless design that represents a fusion of contemporary trends and enduring principles, creating a visual identity that resonates with a diverse consumer base.

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  • CLEARWATER, Fla., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Yo Mama's Foods , the all-natural, best-selling handcrafted pasta sauce company, is pleased to announce a packaging refresh across its entire product portfolio.
  • "By choosing to refresh our labels, we aimed to capture the essence of modernity without compromising the authenticity that defines our brand," said David Habib, Yo Mama's Founder.
  • Yo Mama's spent countless hours on this redesign and worked with Designalytics to test before launching nationwide.
  • Yo Mama's sauces, condiments, and dressings are available on YoMamasFoods and Amazon , with thousands of retailers across the U.S. including Kroger, Walmart, Whole Foods, Sprouts, HEB, Publix, Meijer, Stop & Shop, and many more.

Daily Harvest Makes its Costco Debut as Company Continues U.S. Retail Expansion

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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Consumers have enjoyed the equivalent of nearly two Olympic-sized swimming pools full of it since it launched via Daily Harvest's direct-to-consumer business.

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  • Consumers have enjoyed the equivalent of nearly two Olympic-sized swimming pools full of it since it launched via Daily Harvest's direct-to-consumer business.
  • "We're excited to bring Daily Harvest to Costco for the first time and hope Costco members find value and nourishment in our Strawberry + Peach four-pack," said Daily Harvest Chief Sales Officer Annie Streit.
  • Daily Harvest's debut at Costco is another major milestone in the company's retail expansion, which began last year with the availability of multiple SKUs at over 1,000 Kroger Family of Companies stores, including Kroger, Dillons, Fry's, Fred Meyer, QFC, Ralphs, Smith's and Harris Teeter.
  • The company's expansion into retail will continue this year as various Daily Harvest items, from Smoothies and fruit-and-veg packed Pops to Harvest Bowls and Pasta, arrive in-stores coast-to-coast.

GOODPOP TAKES AIM AT KIDS' TREATS FOR BEING TOO SWEET

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GoodPop, makers of cleaned-up classics from frozen pops to bubbly beverages, today announced the release of its two new, no added sugar Junior Pops - Mango & Strawberry.

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  • GoodPop's Junior Pops are made with 100% fruit juice and never any high fructose corn syrup, alternative sweeteners or artificial flavors and dyes.
  • GoodPop believes that fruit, as it is, is sweet enough.
  • With kids consuming over three times the recommended limit of added sugar per day, GoodPop is eager to make it easier for families to choose treats with no added sugar.
  • For more information on GoodPop and its complete lineup of cleaned up classics, visit http://www.goodpop.com or follow @goodpop on Instagram , TikTok and Facebook .

Toledo Zoo's Elephant Herd Grows with Arrival of Newborn Calf

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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TOLEDO, Ohio, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toledo Zoo is thrilled to announce the birth of a healthy baby elephant, born to African elephant, Renee.

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  • TOLEDO, Ohio, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toledo Zoo is thrilled to announce the birth of a healthy baby elephant, born to African elephant, Renee.
  • "The birth of this precious baby elephant is such a momentous event," said Jeff Sailer, CEO of the Toledo Zoo.
  • "It took months of coordination working with our partners in the field," said Michael Frushour, curator of mammals at the Toledo Zoo.
  • In addition to Renee and the newborn calf, the Zoo is also home to two other elephants, Twiggy and Ajani.