Economy of California

Mission Control Launches U.S. Parks and Recreation Esports Championship (USPREC) - Presented by HyperX

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Fountain Valley, California, Kingston Technology, eSports, Economy of California, California, States of the United States, Draft:Esports Awards

LOUIS, April 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Mission Control GG, a startup focused on gathering communities through esports, has announced the first ever U.S.

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  • LOUIS, April 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Mission Control GG, a startup focused on gathering communities through esports, has announced the first ever U.S.
  • Parks and Recreation Esports Championship (USPREC), presented by HyperX.
  • Towns can seamlessly use the Mission Control platform to host these events or find their teams on their own.
  • "\n"HyperX understands that gaming has become a primary way for people and communities to stay together and have fun while gaming," said Kitty Nguyen, esports sponsorships specialist, HyperX.

HyperX Partners with Red Bull Racing Esports Team

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Retail, Teens, Audio, Video, MEN, Telecommunications, Online Retail, Consumer, Electronic Games, Consumer electronics, Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Entertainment, Other Sports, General Sports, Sports, Online, Mobile Entertainment, General Entertainment, Specialty, Fountain Valley, California, Kingston Technology, eSports, Red Bull, Economy of California, California, States of the United States

b'HyperX , the gaming division of Kingston Technology Company, Inc. , today announced it is joining forces with the Red Bull Racing Esports team as the Official Peripheral Partner.

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  • b'HyperX , the gaming division of Kingston Technology Company, Inc. , today announced it is joining forces with the Red Bull Racing Esports team as the Official Peripheral Partner.
  • To provide a competitive edge and take their esports racing to the next level, Red Bull Racing Esports will have access to HyperX\xe2\x80\x99s market-leading gaming mice and keyboards and award-winning Cloud headsets for training and competitions.
  • As part of the partnership, HyperX branding will be featured on the team kit and in-game livery of the team cars.\nThis press release features multimedia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210427005013/en/\nHyperX Partners with Red Bull Racing Esports Team (Graphic: Business Wire)\nHyperX has built a reputation among gaming communities around the world by creating quality peripherals that enhance the gaming experience and provide comfort and playability, enabling pro players to stay sharp and focused whether a race lasts for 30 minutes or six hours.\n\xe2\x80\x9cRed Bull has been a longstanding partner of HyperX, whether running LIVE arena tournaments or competitions, so it was a natural progression to expand our partnership to include sponsorship of the Red Bull Racing Esports team,\xe2\x80\x9d said Paul Leaman, vice president, HyperX \xe2\x80\x93 EMEA.

Brex Unveils All-In-One Financial Solution For Businesses

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Monday, April 26, 2021
Technology, Finance, Consulting, Banking, Accounting, Professional services, Small business, Software, Data management, Economy of California, Payment systems, Brex, Credit card, Y Combinator, California

b'Brex, the company reimagining financial systems so growing businesses can realize their full potential, today unveiled an all-in-one-finance solution that brings credit cards, business cash accounts, and new spend management and bill pay software together in a single dashboard.

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  • b'Brex, the company reimagining financial systems so growing businesses can realize their full potential, today unveiled an all-in-one-finance solution that brings credit cards, business cash accounts, and new spend management and bill pay software together in a single dashboard.
  • Features include enabling responsible employee spending by issuing corporate and vendor cards, while avoiding the hassle of personal reimbursements or expense reports.
  • Learn more, or sign up for a free 30-day trial at brex.com/product/premium .\nBrex is all-in-one finance for growing businesses.
  • After completing the Y Combinator accelerator program in 2017, Brex has grown to over 600 employees and raised over US$940 million in venture capital.

Accolade to Announce Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Financial Results

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Monday, April 19, 2021
XC2, LinkedIn, Accolade, Video game companies, Professional associations, Economy of California

b'SEATTLE, April 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Accolade, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACCD), which provides personalized, technology-enabled solutions that help people better understand, navigate, and utilize the healthcare system and their workplace benefits,\xc2\xa0today announced that it will release fiscal fourth quarter and full year 2021 financial results on Wednesday, May 5, 2021, after the market closes.

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  • b'SEATTLE, April 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Accolade, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACCD), which provides personalized, technology-enabled solutions that help people better understand, navigate, and utilize the healthcare system and their workplace benefits,\xc2\xa0today announced that it will release fiscal fourth quarter and full year 2021 financial results on Wednesday, May 5, 2021, after the market closes.
  • In conjunction, the company will host a conference call to review results at 4:30 p.m. E.T.
  • Accolade blends technology-enabled health and benefits solutions, specialized support from Accolade Health Assistants\xc2\xae and Clinicians and access to expert medical opinion services for high-cost treatment decisions.
  • For more information, visit Accolade on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook and at www.accolade.com .\n'

Culture Amp to Bring Together One of the Largest Virtual Gatherings of People Leaders at Culture First Global

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Thursday, April 22, 2021
Economy of California, Bon Secours Sisters, Cloud applications, Bon Secours, Marriottsville, Maryland, California, Salesforce, Airbnb, Felicis Ventures, Sapphire Ventures, Mercy Health, Companies

"Companies that shape their culture to focus on humanity at work - that listen to their people and support them to create and grow will have the competitive advantage.

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  • "Companies that shape their culture to focus on humanity at work - that listen to their people and support them to create and grow will have the competitive advantage.
  • "\nCulture First is a conference for HR professionals, people leaders, and Culture First advocates who wish to make the world of work better.
  • Culture Amp is a Culture First certified B Corporation used by 3,500+ customers including Aegon, Airbnb, Go Cardless, KIND Snacks, McDonald\'s, Bon Secours, Mercy Health, Salesforce and Slack.
  • Culture Amp is backed by leading venture capital funds, including Index Ventures, Felicis Ventures, Sapphire Ventures, Blackbird Ventures and Sequoia Capital China.

PayTabs partners with Visa to bring innovative 'Tap to Phone' mobile acceptance solution to MENA

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Thursday, April 22, 2021
Payment cards, Human migration, Travel visa, Visa Inc., Economy of California, Money

This device independent solution will only require a smartphone with a Wi-Fi connection or mobile data.

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STXfilms Acquires Psychological Thriller "The Marsh King's Daughter" From Black Bear & Anonymous Content

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021
STX Entertainment, Cinema of the United States, Teddy Schwarzman, Black Bear Pictures, Schwarzman, Economy of California

The film is produced by Black Bear Pictures\' Teddy Schwarzman (The Imitation Game, I Care a Lot), Anonymous Content\'s Keith Redmon (The Revenant, Midnight Sky) and Mark L. Smith.

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  • The film is produced by Black Bear Pictures\' Teddy Schwarzman (The Imitation Game, I Care a Lot), Anonymous Content\'s Keith Redmon (The Revenant, Midnight Sky) and Mark L. Smith.
  • US rights were negotiated with Black Bear and CAA Media Finance.\n"We\'re thrilled to be reuniting with Neil after such a successful collaboration on The Upside and extending our relationship with Black Bear and our friends at Anonymous Content," said Adam Fogelson, chairman, STXfilms Motion Picture Group.
  • "\n"We are honored to partner with STX on the US release of The Marsh King\'s Daughter," said Black Bear\'s Schwarzman.
  • Through its Commercial work, Anonymous Content is also the driving creative force behind countless leading global brands.

Visa Deepens Global Commitment to Environmental Sustainability with Pledge to Reach Net-zero Emissions by 2040

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Environment, Technology, Finance, Banking, Other Technology, Professional services, Software, Alternative energy, Energy, Data management, Payment cards, Debit cards, Financial District, San Francisco, Visa Inc., Travel visa, Visa, Money, Economy of California

Visa also has committed to set science-based targets through the Science Based Target initiative at the 1.5 degree Celsius ambition level.

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  • Visa also has committed to set science-based targets through the Science Based Target initiative at the 1.5 degree Celsius ambition level.
  • Today, Visa announced its collaboration with the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) to work together to identify new opportunities to apply electronic payments capabilities and the Visa network toward realizing a sustainable future.
  • The company\xe2\x80\x99s relentless focus on innovation is a catalyst for the rapid growth of connected commerce on any device.
  • As the world moves from analogue to digital, Visa is applying our brand, products, people, network and scale to reshape the future of commerce.

Australia Flexes Muscle in Talent War with Newest Immigration Program

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Technology, Human resources, Consulting, Other Technology, Professional services, Other Travel, Destinations, Other Professional Services, Travel, Payment cards, Human migration, Travel visa, Visa Inc., Economy of California, Money

b'The global battle for talent supercharged by the Covid-19 pandemic shows no signs of abating, with Australia sending out strong signals that it intends to succeed with its latest immigration offering under the Australia Global Business and Talent Attraction Taskforce.

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  • b'The global battle for talent supercharged by the Covid-19 pandemic shows no signs of abating, with Australia sending out strong signals that it intends to succeed with its latest immigration offering under the Australia Global Business and Talent Attraction Taskforce.
  • Under the purview of the taskforce, there is a fast-tracked visa program with a streamlined path to permanent residence for talented individuals.
  • This is precisely why Australia established the Global Business and Talent Attraction Taskforce.
  • By attracting and harnessing the world\xe2\x80\x99s cutting-edge talent, Australia\xe2\x80\x99s Global Talent visa offering will ensure that the country stays well ahead of the game.

PayByPhone Announces "Driven By You" Campaign

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Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Payment cards, Financial District, San Francisco, Visa Inc., Child care, Economy of California, Economy

b'VANCOUVER,BC, April 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -PayByPhone, the world\'s leading mobile parking payment company, announces the "Driven By You" campaign that focuses on celebrating the people that have led to PayByPhone\'s 20 years of success, and share the unique stories of clients, partners, team members, and drivers.\n"Whether it\'s a parent who needs to get their kids to daycare early in the morning, to the small business owner in any of the municipalities we serve, these are the people that are a part of the greater PayByPhone community and we couldn\'t be where we are today without them," said Roamy Valera, CEO of PayByPhone.\nPayByPhone will be hosting the "Driven By You Contest" which launched April 15th, 2021 and will run until June 15th, 2021.

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  • b'VANCOUVER,BC, April 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -PayByPhone, the world\'s leading mobile parking payment company, announces the "Driven By You" campaign that focuses on celebrating the people that have led to PayByPhone\'s 20 years of success, and share the unique stories of clients, partners, team members, and drivers.\n"Whether it\'s a parent who needs to get their kids to daycare early in the morning, to the small business owner in any of the municipalities we serve, these are the people that are a part of the greater PayByPhone community and we couldn\'t be where we are today without them," said Roamy Valera, CEO of PayByPhone.\nPayByPhone will be hosting the "Driven By You Contest" which launched April 15th, 2021 and will run until June 15th, 2021.
  • The contest will be encouraging PayByPhone users to share their efforts within their community in story form, for a chance to be selected to win one of 4 - $1000 Visa gift cards.
  • The stories should highlight how the user is bettering the community around them, whether it be through their local business, charity, or own personal initiative.
  • Contest winners will be selected at the end of June based on their submission and unique contributions to their community.\n'