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SYCN Auto Logistics Set to Attend Used Car Week Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

SYCN Auto Logistics is thrilled to announce its participation in the highly anticipated Used Car Week conference.

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  • SYCN Auto Logistics is thrilled to announce its participation in the highly anticipated Used Car Week conference.
  • The Used Car Week conference is a prestigious event that brings together professionals and experts from the automotive logistics, transportation, and used car industries.
  • Key Highlights of SYCN Auto Logistics' Presence at Used Car Week:
    The SYCN-Sponsored Podcast: The dedicated podcast booth sponsored by SYCN Auto Logistics offers a dedicated space to podcasters and media experts to conduct interviews and record episodes of their respective shows.
  • SYCN Auto Logistics is committed to driving innovation and excellence within the automotive transportation sector, and its presence at the Used Car Week conference is a testament to this commitment.

$10 Million Research Initiative Established to Understand Neuroinflammation's Impact on Broad Range of Brain Diseases

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

The research initiative is part of the American Brain Foundation's existing Cure One, Cure Many program , which promotes innovative, cross-cutting approaches to brain disease diagnosis and treatment.

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  • The research initiative is part of the American Brain Foundation's existing Cure One, Cure Many program , which promotes innovative, cross-cutting approaches to brain disease diagnosis and treatment.
  • This large-scale, multi-phased initiative will support research to better understand how neuroinflammation acts as an underlying mechanism across nearly all brain diseases and affects people of all ages.
  • "The research funded by the initiative will impact diseases as widespread and different as Parkinson's, encephalitis, multiple sclerosis (MS), Alzheimer's, brain trauma, autism, and others."
  • The American Brain Foundation will begin soliciting research proposals for the neuroinflammation initiative in spring 2024, and research will begin in 2025.

Upland, NFLPA, and OneTeam Partners Expand NFL Player Integration in Web3 for 2023-2024 Season

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Upland, the leading web3 Metaverse SuperApp, proudly announces its third consecutive year of featuring officially licensed NFL players in its collections.

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  • Upland, the leading web3 Metaverse SuperApp, proudly announces its third consecutive year of featuring officially licensed NFL players in its collections.
  • This collaboration with the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), facilitated by OneTeam Partners, brings new NFLPA Bundle types, such as Mixed Essentials Bundle, Team Essentials Bundle, and Pass Bundles.
  • To kick off the football season, Upland will introduce a fresh collection of licensed NFL player digital collectibles.
  • Accessing digital NFL player collectibles in Upland is a fun and gamified experience for loyal fans.

It's Game Time: Aristocrat Gaming™ Opens the 2023 Global Gaming Expo with Launch Portfolio of NFL-Themed Slot Machines

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- It's game time for Aristocrat Gaming™ as the company debuts its much-awaited lineup of NFL-themed slot machines today at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- It's game time for Aristocrat Gaming™ as the company debuts its much-awaited lineup of NFL-themed slot machines today at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas.
  • Following the recent rollout of the first game title, Super Bowl Jackpots™, G2E marks the world premiere of the entire launch portfolio.
  • Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9207051-aristocrat-gaming-nfl-th...
    "Our teams have worked diligently over the last few years to develop these games," said Hector Fernandez, CEO of Aristocrat Gaming.
  • For more information, visit Aristocrat Gaming in G2E booth 1133, online at aristocratgaming.com , or contact your Aristocrat representative.

UBS hires Private Wealth Advisors in Philadelphia

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

UBS today announced that two Private Wealth Advisor teams will join the firm in Philadelphia.

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  • UBS today announced that two Private Wealth Advisor teams will join the firm in Philadelphia.
  • One team is led by Private Wealth Advisor Charles Lynch and the other team is led by Private Wealth Advisors Elijah Dornstreich and Ryan DePaul.
  • “We are proud to expand our team in Philadelphia, which is a growing and productive region for our business,” said Julie Fox, Philadelphia D.C. Market Executive at UBS Private Wealth Management.
  • He will join UBS from Bernstein Private Wealth Management, and has previously held senior roles at S.S. White, a global manufacturing firm, and at Surgical Laser Technologies, a medical device firm.

Sleep Number, National Football League and the American Cancer Society Team Up to Deliver Cancer Resources during Crucial Catch

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

Crucial Catch was started by the NFL in 2009 to empower fans to take their health into their own hands through cancer screening, education and risk detection.

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  • Crucial Catch was started by the NFL in 2009 to empower fans to take their health into their own hands through cancer screening, education and risk detection.
  • To date, the initiative has raised over $27 million for ACS through sales of Crucial Catch branded merchandise, NFL Auction items and general fundraising.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230928576143/en/
    Today, wellness technology leader Sleep Number Corporation announced they are the first “Official Crucial Catch Partner of the NFL,” joining forces with the NFL and the American Cancer Society in the fight against cancer.
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    Sleep Number is bringing additional cancer prevention resources to the Crucial Catch program.

NFLPA Introduces Newest Driven Cohort: Custom Suits, STEAM Toys and Knitwear Collaborations with NFL Players

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

NFLPA Introduces Newest Driven Cohort: Custom Suits, STEAM Toys and Knitwear Collaborations with NFL Players

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  • NFLPA Introduces Newest Driven Cohort: Custom Suits, STEAM Toys and Knitwear Collaborations with NFL Players
    The licensing diversity gap is caused by what the NFLPA calls the "sideline culture," which is the ongoing experience of inequality that business leaders from underrepresented backgrounds, such as people of color and women, face regularly.
  • The NFLPA, referring to diverse entrepreneurs as "Playmakers," offers them a comprehensive two-year program through its licensing and marketing arm, NFL Players Inc.
  • In the inaugural cohort of the Driven program, both Greentop Gifts and Signables achieved success by collaborating with the NFLPA team and players.
  • Greentop Gifts enhanced its product line and community ties with insights from NFL players, while Signables expanded its fan base and product appeal through partnerships with NFL players.

NFL, NFLPA and StatusPRO Announce Upcoming Release of NFL PRO ERA II, the New Version of Their Popular First-Person Virtual Reality Game

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

The National Football League (NFL), the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) and StatusPRO , Inc., a sports technology and gaming company that uses real-time player data to create authentic extended reality experiences, today announced NFL PRO ERA II, the successor to NFL PRO ERA, which was the first-ever NFL and NFLPA-licensed virtual reality (VR) simulation game.

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  • The National Football League (NFL), the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) and StatusPRO , Inc., a sports technology and gaming company that uses real-time player data to create authentic extended reality experiences, today announced NFL PRO ERA II, the successor to NFL PRO ERA, which was the first-ever NFL and NFLPA-licensed virtual reality (VR) simulation game.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230913742729/en/
    Launching on September 28, NFL PRO ERA II will provide fans with the chance to be a part of the game themselves, with a one-of-a-kind experience.
  • Gamers will have the opportunity to compete as the quarterback of their favorite NFL team and play against other gamers, no matter where they’re located.
  • “NFL PRO ERA II will reduce this friction by embodying what sports is all about: competition.

Introducing Mojo Fantasy: Sportsbook Meets Fantasy In New App Featuring Daily Contests With Real Cash Prizes

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mojo, a technology company focusing on best-in-class live sports gaming products, announced today the release of its first daily fantasy offering, Mojo Fantasy. On Mojo Fantasy, contestants compete using the same selection, odds, and liquidity available in Mojo's licensed New Jersey sportsbook, capturing the excitement of its live market in fantasy contests of skill. Today's release brings Mojo to 20 new states and territories for the first time.

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  • On Mojo Fantasy, contestants compete using the same selection, odds, and liquidity available in Mojo's licensed New Jersey sportsbook, capturing the excitement of its live market in fantasy contests of skill.
  • "Since launching Mojo Sportsbook in New Jersey last fall, the biggest request we've received is to bring our completely differentiated product to new states."
  • On Mojo Fantasy, customers enter a contest by building a portfolio of at least four player picks from thousands across the NFL and MLB.
  • Cash Prizes: Beat the crowd by turning the biggest profit to win cash prizes.

Aristocrat Gaming Begins First Distribution of NFL-Themed Slot Machines to Casino Floors

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Aristocrat Gaming™ began distribution of the highly-anticipated NFL Super Bowl Jackpots™ to casino floors across the country. No matter where casino players choose to play, they can select their favorite team from the 32 clubs. Timed to the start of the season, the distribution of games marks the first time the public will be able to play the NFL-themed slot machines.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Aristocrat Gaming™ began distribution of the highly-anticipated NFL Super Bowl Jackpots™ to casino floors across the country.
  • No matter where casino players choose to play, they can select their favorite team from the 32 clubs.
  • Timed to the start of the season, the distribution of games marks the first time the public will be able to play the NFL-themed slot machines.
  • "After nearly two years of collaboration with the NFL and NFL Players Association, we finally get to see these game-changing machines in action," said Hector Fernandez, CEO of Aristocrat Gaming.