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Elephants receives CHF 500.000 and announces the launch of the luxury watches co-ownership platform

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

MANNO, Switzerland , June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Swiss-Italian startup Elephants announced a pre-seed investment of CHF 500.000 from angel investors and the launch of its platform.

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  • Swiss-Italian startup Elephants announced a pre-seed investment of CHF 500.000 from angel investors and the launch of its platform.
  • The Elephants platform allows you to buy and own fractions of iconic luxury watches without breaking the bank.
  • Elephants is reshaping the luxury watch market, using digital technology to break open an asset class long restricted to a fortunate few.
  • The watches selected on the platform are unique, vintage and out of production, ensuring their status as rare and iconic.

Casio to Release Metal Shock-Resistant Diver's Watch in Vibrant Yellow

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

TOKYO, June 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of a special watch available worldwide in a limited edition of only 700 pieces, commemorating the G-SHOCK 40th anniversary and the FROGMAN 30th anniversary. The MRG-BF1000E is a metal shock-resistance diver's watch featuring vivid yellow.

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  • The MRG-BF1000E is a metal shock-resistance diver's watch featuring vivid yellow.
  • This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Casio G-SHOCK brand.
  • The FROGMAN line of shock-resistant diver's watches, popular for its unique asymmetrical form, also celebrates its 30th anniversary this year.
  • The MRG-BF1000E builds on the MRG-BF1000R, bringing in a vivid yellow reminiscent of the first-ever FROGMAN color design, for a metal shock-resistant diver's watch befitting this special double anniversary.

CBS MORNINGS CO-HOST NATE BURLESON AND AMERICAN LIFESTYLE BRAND SHINOLA DETROIT TEAM UP TO CELEBRATE THE LEGACY OF FATHERHOOD THIS FATHER'S DAY

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

DETROIT, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Father's Day approaches, an inspiring collaboration between Shinola – the Detroit-born lifestyle brand – and Nate Burleson, former pro athlete, CBS Mornings co-host and devoted father of three, is celebrating the profound impact fathers have on shaping their children's lives through a heartwarming digital campaign, "Celebrate This Father's Day With A Timeless Legacy."

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  • Burleson, a former Lions wide receiver, also shares a deep connection to the city and has teamed up with Shinola to highlight Dads this Father's Day.
  • Guided by the expert Shinola team through a signature Shinola in-store experience, he explores the range of timepieces available, carefully selecting the perfect ones for his children.
  • Through rich visual storytelling, the campaign captures the essence of a father's legacy and the timeless gift of shared experiences.
  • Editor's Note: Click HERE to download original assets from the Shinola in-store moment/image campaign shoot with Nate Burleson or PDF of the press release.

Creative funding solutions for career training programs the focus of CompTIA 'Show Me the Money" webinar series

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Strategies for identifying untapped funding sources to support career training programs will be explored in the "Show Me the Money" webinar series presented by CompTIA, the nonprofit association for the global technology workforce and industry.

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  • "Skills building and career training are essential components of a growing, vibrant economy."
  • "Skills building and career training are essential components of a growing, vibrant economy that creates employment opportunities for everyone," said Nancy Hammervik, chief solutions officer, CompTIA.
  • We're bringing together educators, executives and industry leaders who have first-hand experience in developing creative solutions and finding unique funding sources to overcoming these challenges."
  • Through its Workforce Solutions Group CompTIA collaborates with academia, training providers, employers, workforce boards and federal, state and local government agencies on workforce development initiatives.

G-SHOCK CELEBRATES 40TH ANNIVERSARY WITH NEW REMASTER BLACK COLLECTION

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

DOVER, N.J., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Casio America, Inc. continues its celebration of G-SHOCK's 40th anniversary with a new collection of three timepieces that honor milestones that the brand has accomplished since its founding. The Remaster Black collection features the DWE5657RE-1, DW6640RE-1, and GA2140RE-1A, each of which represents a new evolution in function, material or both, for the beloved G-SHOCK silhouettes.

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  • DOVER, N.J., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Casio America, Inc. continues its celebration of G-SHOCK's 40th anniversary with a new collection of three timepieces that honor milestones that the brand has accomplished since its founding.
  • The Remaster Black collection features the DWE5657RE-1, DW6640RE-1, and GA2140RE-1A, each of which represents a new evolution in function, material or both, for the beloved G-SHOCK silhouettes.
  • The foundation of the DW6640RE-1 is rooted in the DW-6600, a digital watch that made its debut in 1994.
  • This iconic design introduced for the next generation of G-SHOCK fanatics incorporates special design features that commemorate the 40th anniversary in its newest iteration.

THE HOUSE OF HARRY WINSTON OPENS ITS FIRST RETAIL SALON IN NANJING

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

NANJING, China, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The House of Harry Winston, the legendary "King of Diamonds," and international luxury brand, announces the opening of its first retail salon in Nanjing, China.

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  • NANJING, China, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The House of Harry Winston, the legendary "King of Diamonds," and international luxury brand, announces the opening of its first retail salon in Nanjing, China.
  • Located inside the Deji Plaza, a prime luxury shopping haven in Xinjiekou, the 213-square meter salon will house Harry Winston's exquisite jewelry and timepiece collections, including the finest diamonds and rarest gemstones available today.
  • "We are pleased to announce the opening of our new salon in the prestigious Deji Plaza.
  • In honor of the Nanjing opening, the House is proud to display a custom work of art that marries signature elements of the House with the rich culture of Nanjing.

THE HOUSE OF HARRY WINSTON OPENS ITS FIRST RETAIL SALON IN NANJING

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

NANJING, China, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The House of Harry Winston, the legendary "King of Diamonds," and international luxury brand, announces the opening of its first retail salon in Nanjing, China.

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  • NANJING, China, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The House of Harry Winston, the legendary "King of Diamonds," and international luxury brand, announces the opening of its first retail salon in Nanjing, China.
  • Located inside the Deji Plaza, a prime luxury shopping haven in Xinjiekou, the 213-square meter salon will house Harry Winston's exquisite jewelry and timepiece collections, including the finest diamonds and rarest gemstones available today.
  • "We are pleased to announce the opening of our new salon in the prestigious Deji Plaza.
  • In honor of the Nanjing opening, the House is proud to display a custom work of art that marries signature elements of the House with the rich culture of Nanjing.

CASIO COLLABORATES WITH AMERICAN TEXTILE MANUFACTURER PENDLETON FOR LATEST PRO TREK TIMEPIECE

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

DOVER, N.J., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Casio America, Inc. is excited to introduce a new PRO TREK timepiece in collaboration with global lifestyle brand, Pendleton. The new PRG601PE-5 showcases both brands' commitment to creating a sustainable, high-quality product.

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  • is excited to introduce a new PRO TREK timepiece in collaboration with global lifestyle brand, Pendleton.
  • "This collaboration celebrates both brands' passion for the outdoors and commitment to sustainability," said Tadashi Shibuya, Vice President of Casio's Timepiece Division.
  • "We are proud to partner with a like-minded brand like Pendleton to create an eco-friendly, stylish PRO TREK that still keeps durability and ethos of "One with Nature" at its core."
  • The PRO TREK PRG601PE-5 is available now for preorder for $400 at Casio.com .

Armitron Debuts Reimagined Tilly Collection with Exquisite Leather, Ceramic, and Metal Designs

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

NEW YORK, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The timeless timekeepers at Armitron, (www.armitron.com), have debuted their expanded Tilly Collection for women. This delicate rectangular watch is pure sophistication with its traditional Roman numeral markers. The Tilly watches feature a 20mm case, traditional Roman numerals, and a woven band to exude sophistication and style. The new designs build upon this legacy, offering a fresh take on the classic Tilly design. The latest additions, priced just under $100, are exclusively available on Armitron.com and include the following: 

Key Points: 
  • Gold and Silver Two-Tone Metal: Tilly is an Armitron fan favorite, initially just in the Silver and Gold versions.
  • "We are consistently injecting new energy into the Armitron brand for 2023, and the reimagined Tilly is a small glimpse into Armitron's reimagined brand story."
  • Armitron not only captivates with their reimagined and timeless designs, but has now also established a new era of sustainability with the groundbreaking WAVE collection .
  • For more information on Armitron® and the reimagined Tilly collection, contact BPM-PR Firm at [email protected] or call 1.877.841.7244.

G-SHOCK INTRODUCES NEW G-SHOCK MOVE WATCH WITH HEART RATE MONITOR

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

DOVER, N.J., May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Casio America, Inc. announced the latest addition to their G-SHOCK  MOVE lineup, the DWH5600, which joins the recently launched GBDH2000. The new model boasts heart rate monitoring technology to support daily activity and promote health and wellness while calling back to the original G-SHOCK with the iconic square form.

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  • The new model boasts heart rate monitoring technology to support daily activity and promote health and wellness while calling back to the original G-SHOCK with the iconic square form.
  • The DWH5600 offers several modes to support four different activities – running, walking, gym workouts, and interval training – and comes equipped with an optical sensor for measuring heart rate.
  • This sensor uses LED light to measure changes in blood flow to track heart rate, the watch also includes an accelerometer to count steps.
  • Additionally, the DWH5600 is powered through POLAR®, which analyzes the user's data captured by the watch.