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ANNOUNCING "OPEN" AN IMMERSIVE MULTI-GENRE METAVERSE, BATTLE ROYALE EXPERIENCE IN DEVELOPMENT FOR PC AND CURRENT GEN PLATFORMS

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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LOS ANGELES and STOCKHOLM, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- From recently announced publisher Readyverse Studios in partnership with developer Walker Labs, comes OPEN, the first AAA quality metaverse experience interoperable with AAA IP that leverages web3 technology.

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  • The third-person battle royale experience OPEN will be the hero experience in The Readyverse.
  • The Readyverse is a next-gen immersive and interoperable platform for discovering metaverse games and experiences.
  • A first glimpse of OPEN was debuted in a trailer today by Readyverse Studios Co-Founders at SXSW; watch here .
  • Enter OPEN's immersive multiverse filled with nostalgia-infused biomes featuring characters and cultural legends across iconic franchises.

FOCUS ENTERTAINMENT: FOCUS ENTERTAINMENT becomes PULLUP ENTERTAINMENT on 1 April 2024

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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PARIS, FRANCE – 28 February 2024 - FOCUS ENTERTAINMENT (FR0012419307 - ALFOC) is changing its name to PULLUP ENTERTAINMENT effective from 1 April 2024 and implementing a new organisation structure to support the Group’s ambitions.

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  • PARIS, FRANCE – 28 February 2024 - FOCUS ENTERTAINMENT (FR0012419307 - ALFOC) is changing its name to PULLUP ENTERTAINMENT effective from 1 April 2024 and implementing a new organisation structure to support the Group’s ambitions.
  • The Company's shareholders today voted in favour of changing the company name from FOCUS ENTERTAINMENT to PULLUP ENTERTAINMENT effective from 1 April 2024.
  • A NEW ORGANISATION STRUCTURE TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF PULLUP ENTERTAINMENT, EFFECTIVE FROM 1 APRIL
    On 2 January, Geoffroy Sardin, with 25 years of experience at Ubisoft Entertainment, took up the position of Deputy Chief Executive Officer for all the business activities of the PULLUP ENTERTAINMENT Group.
  • Published by FOCUS ENTERTAINMENT, the highly anticipated Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 [5] , a cult license of Games Workshop, will be released on 9 September 2024.

The new Macan is coming to the popular Overwatch® gaming universe

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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Later this spring, players will be able to use special skins inspired by Porsche cars, including the new all-electric Macan, for two of their most popular characters.

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  • Later this spring, players will be able to use special skins inspired by Porsche cars, including the new all-electric Macan, for two of their most popular characters.
  • Already established in racing games, Porsche is also expanding its portfolio beyond the motorsport genre, beginning with Overwatch 2, one of the most popular games in the world.
  • The goal of this collaboration is to introduce the sleek design of the Porsche brand in an unexpected, entertaining way.
  • “D.Va’s mech was designed to optimize function on top of visual beauty that fits in a futuristic world, which naturally speaks to Porsche’s visual style and design.”

Grom Social Enterprises, Inc. to Further Expand Entertainment Offerings Through Gaming as it Enters Into Letter of Intent to Acquire Leading Gaming Company, Arctic7

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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Grom’s addition of Arctic7 could serve as an entry point for the company to secure a foothold in the growing and lucrative gaming industry and also explore opportunities to leverage gaming technology to serve the entertainment needs of today’s kids and families in new, innovative ways.

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  • Grom’s addition of Arctic7 could serve as an entry point for the company to secure a foothold in the growing and lucrative gaming industry and also explore opportunities to leverage gaming technology to serve the entertainment needs of today’s kids and families in new, innovative ways.
  • The acquisition of Arctic7 would complement Grom's existing entertainment offerings of safe, social media for kids and its growing catalog of original intellectual property from Curiosity Ink Media, which Grom acquired in 2021.
  • Alan Van Slyke, co-founder of Arctic7, brings a wealth of experience from Executive Producer on Gears of War with Epic Games, Executive at Sperasoft and COO at Microsoft Studios’ Undead Labs.
  • Mark Rizzo, co-founder of Arctic7, with 25 years of experience from EA Games, Sony, Sperasoft, and Keywords Studios, specializes in tech, operations, and M&A, playing a pivotal role in building the PlayStation network.

The GNUS Token Presale Goes Live Engaging Buyers with Sizable Bounties

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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The GNUS presale is now live and ends on March 5.

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  • The GNUS presale is now live and ends on March 5.
  • Prospective buyers can opt for a minimum buy of 0.086 ETH and a maximum purchase of 100 ETH.
  • GNUS.AI incentivizes GNUS presale buyers to take part in a giveaway event with appealing bounties from a 20,000 GNUS pool.
  • Token buyers can discover how to become eligible for this GNUS token raffle here .

Applause Leads the Way in AR/VR Testing Excellence, Including Support for Apple Vision Pro

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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Applause, a world leader in testing and digital quality, today announced updates to its augmented/virtual reality (AR/VR) testing practice.

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  • Applause, a world leader in testing and digital quality, today announced updates to its augmented/virtual reality (AR/VR) testing practice.
  • This includes the addition of the Apple Vision Pro to its extensive testing lineup of more than 5 million connected devices, as well as enhanced approaches to functionality, usability, and accessibility testing that reflect the latest technological developments.
  • In the era of rapidly evolving immersive technologies, Applause's dedication to supporting major innovations like Apple Vision Pro, PlayStation VR and Meta Quest sets it apart.
  • With thousands of devices including Meta Quest, PlayStation VR and Apple Vision Pro at our disposal, we are ready to help our clients navigate the complexities of immersive digital experiences," said Leanne Orphanos, Senior Vice President, Customer Operations, Applause.

“Finish Your Story” in WWE® 2K24 Deluxe Edition and Forty Years of WrestleMania Edition Now Available Worldwide

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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* The Standard Edition and Standard Cross-Gen Digital Edition will be available on Friday, March 8, 2024.

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  • * The Standard Edition and Standard Cross-Gen Digital Edition will be available on Friday, March 8, 2024.
  • * The Standard Edition and Standard Cross-Gen Digital Edition will be available on Friday, March 8, 2024.
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    The Forty Years of WrestleMania Edition is available for $119.99 for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.
  • Deluxe Edition physical version available March 5 in select territories, and March 8 for the rest of the world.

Penny’s Big Breakaway is Out Now

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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Penny’s Big Breakaway provides non-stop action as you try to escape the impending penguin horde at every turn. These waddling, avian adversaries will burst from walls, rush over cliffs, and attempt to dogpile you to stop your progress. But don’t fret -- Penny is an agile and acrobatic aerialist. You will jump, spin, and ride over a variety of brightly colored and complex terrains, featuring steep ramps, sharp ledges, massive cliffs, and more. Every obstacle is an opportunity to increase your speed, allowing you to use the environment to your advantage and gain a bit of breathing room from those flightless assailants in hot pursuit. Momentum is key, because in addition to Story Mode, Penny’s Big Breakaway also includes a Time Attack Mode, where you can try and achieve the perfect run and set high scores on the leaderboard for the world to see.

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  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    “Great platformers are iconic in our industry, and we think Penny’s Big Breakaway stands out as a truly unique and incredibly fun entry in such a beloved genre,” said Christian Whitehead, Creative Director at Evening Star.
  • “We have been thrilled with the fan response of Penny’s Big Breakaway so far and can’t wait to see the leaderboards light up as players get into the game.”
    Penny’s Big Breakaway provides non-stop action as you try to escape the impending penguin horde at every turn.
  • Penny’s Big Breakaway is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.
  • For more information on Penny’s Big Breakaway, subscribe on YouTube , follow us on Twitter , become a fan on Facebook , follow on Instagram , and visit www.pennysbigbreakaway.com .

CES 2024 Best Innovation Award Winner ONECOM to Participate in CSUN AT Conference 2024

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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Fintin V1, an interface device that utilizes tactile sensations, won both 'the Best Innovation Award' in the Mobile Devices, Accessories & Apps category and another 'Innovation Award' at 'CES 2024', the world's largest consumer information technology exhibition held in Las Vegas in January.

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  • Fintin V1, an interface device that utilizes tactile sensations, won both 'the Best Innovation Award' in the Mobile Devices, Accessories & Apps category and another 'Innovation Award' at 'CES 2024', the world's largest consumer information technology exhibition held in Las Vegas in January.
  • Following its accolade of 'the Best Innovation Award' at 'CES 2024', ONECOM has attracted interest and received various proposals from global companies.
  • Currently, the area ONECOM is most focused on is the field related to 'the visually impaired'.
  • ONECOM recognized the extraordinary potential within the visually impaired community and the transformative impact the 'Fintin V1' could have on their lives.

Crave Launches on Prime Video Channels in Canada

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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TORONTO, Feb. 29, 2024 /CNW/ - Bell Media's best-in-class streaming service, Crave, announced today, that its Premium, ad-free plan is now available for purchase through Prime Video Channels in Canada.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 29, 2024 /CNW/ - Bell Media's best-in-class streaming service, Crave, announced today, that its Premium, ad-free plan is now available for purchase through Prime Video Channels in Canada.
  • Crave's Premium, ad-free plan can be purchased by Prime Members directly through their Prime Video account for $21.99/month via primevideo.com/crave.
  • For full details about Crave platforms and plans, visit Crave.ca/subscribe or your television service provider.
  • To view the full release, click here .