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Impakt Launches a Virtual World of Fitness with AI Coaches

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- vSports by Impakt, a global leader in body tracking and body analysis computer vision software, has launched a virtual world of fitness with AI coaches.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- vSports by Impakt, a global leader in body tracking and body analysis computer vision software, has launched a virtual world of fitness with AI coaches.
  • Impakt's advanced motion-tracking software allows avatars to mirror human movements in virtual worlds and simultaneously analyze exercises performed in real-time through a webcam or smartphone.
  • As remote work and at-home learning continue to trend, Impakt's revolutionary world of vSports (virtual sports) facilitates a new experience in fitness that is both fun and social from the convenience of home.
  • For more information, please visit https://ces.vporoom.com/impakt
    Based in the USA and founded in 2020, Impakt is a world-leading tech-focused enterprise dedicated to making fitness fun, social, and accessible to everyone.

The Call of Duty Endowment Announces Its 2022 Seal of Distinction Recipient

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022
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The Call of Duty Endowment is proud to announce the selection of Special Operators Transition Foundation (SOTF) as the 2022 recipient of the Call of Duty Endowment Seal of Distinction, the standard of excellence in the veterans’ employment sector.

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  • The Call of Duty Endowment is proud to announce the selection of Special Operators Transition Foundation (SOTF) as the 2022 recipient of the Call of Duty Endowment Seal of Distinction, the standard of excellence in the veterans’ employment sector.
  • “Every year the Call of Duty Endowment recognizes non-profit organizations that share our vision of helping veterans receive high-quality jobs by presenting exceptional organizations the Seal of Distinction, and SOTF does just that,” said Dan Goldenberg, Executive Director of the Call of Duty Endowment.
  • This year’s Seal of Distinction recipient joins an elite list of non-profit organizations to receive this recognition since 2013.
  • The Call of Duty Endowment has funded the placement of more than 110,000 vets into high quality employment since its inception.

Yuga Labs Appoints Activision Blizzard President and COO Daniel Alegre as New CEO

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Monday, December 19, 2022
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Alegre will work closely with Yuga Labs founders Wylie Aronow and Greg Solano in continuing to grow the business.

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  • Alegre will work closely with Yuga Labs founders Wylie Aronow and Greg Solano in continuing to grow the business.
  • Yuga made clear its ambitious metaverse plans earlier this year when they announced Otherside, a gamified metaverse inspired by MMORPGs.
  • She’s not going far, as she’ll remain a Yuga Labs partner and strategic advisor helping with the transition and beyond,” added Yuga Labs co-founder Greg Solano.
  • In March 2022, Yuga Labs raised a $450M seed round at a $4B valuation.

G FUEL and Rare Ltd. Have a "Bad Fur Day" with Conker-Themed "Mighty Poo" Energy Drink

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Tuesday, December 27, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with Rare Ltd., G FUEL today announced its brand-new flavor Mighty Poo, inspired by the hilariously raunchy platformer Conker's Bad Fur Day, is available for pre-order as a Deluxe Collector's Box at GFUEL.com! This limited-edition set comes with an exclusive Youtooz figure of The Great Mighty Poo himself!

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  • The partnership was brokered by Rare Ltd.'s brand extension licensing agency, Tinderbox — the digital division of Beanstalk.
  • G FUEL has ventured into the bowels of Poo Mountain to pick out the finest morsels from The Great Mighty Poo's aromatic abode: CORN!
  • Introducing G FUEL Mighty Poo, a corn and tropical fruit-infused concoction that will help you get energized for any Fur Day – good or bad – that comes your way!
  • As The Official Energy Drink of Esports®, G FUEL provides gamers with a performance-driven alternative to standard energy drink products.

G FUEL and Bandai Namco Entertainment Protect the Federation and Introduce "Mobile Suit Gundam" Energy Drink, MS-M31-0N

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Mobile Suit Gundam, one of the most iconic anime franchises of all time, G FUEL announced today its new flavor collaboration with Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc., MS-M31-0N, is now available for pre-order in a Collector's Box and 40-Serving Tub at GFUEL.com, while supplies last.

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  • Come back to base for a cooldown, and boost your giant Mobile Suit to the next level with G FUEL MS-M31-0N – inspired by Mobile Suit Gundam!
  • G FUEL MS-M31-0N is the fifth flavor that G FUEL and Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. have co-developed and launched, following the Code Vein-inspired Type-O, the Scarlet Nexus-inspired Brain Drive, the Elden Ring-inspired Crimson Tears and Rage Drive inspired by the TEKKEN series.
  • G FUEL Energy Formula is sugar-free and loaded with antioxidants from 18 different fruit extracts.
  • Don't miss out on this unique upgrade made for your own Mobile Suit, G FUEL MS-M31-0N, available for pre-order now at GFUEL.com !

See You in Hell on June 6, 2023! Pre-Purchase for Blizzard Entertainment’s Diablo® IV Available Now

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Friday, December 9, 2022
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Diablo IV, the next generation installment in the genre-defining series by Blizzard Entertainment, will be released on June 6, 2023.

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  • Diablo IV, the next generation installment in the genre-defining series by Blizzard Entertainment, will be released on June 6, 2023.
  • Diablo IV will feature cross-platform play and progression on Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation5, PlayStation4, plus couch co-op on consoles at launch.
  • Diablo IV is available for digital pre-purchase as a Standard edition ($69.99), Deluxe edition ($89.99), and Ultimate edition ($99.99).
  • Available for pre-purchase starting December 15 from the Blizzard Gear Store, and via select retailers in Australia and New Zealand.

Crash Bandicoot Returns in All-new Team Based, Four vs. Four, Competitive Showdown, Crash Team Rumble™

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Friday, December 9, 2022
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In development by the talented team at Toys for Bob who brought fans the acclaimed Crash Bandicoot 4: Its About Time, Crash Team Rumble is an all-new 4v4, team-based online multiplayer video game set in Crash Bandicoots vibrant and zany universe.

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  • In development by the talented team at Toys for Bob who brought fans the acclaimed Crash Bandicoot 4: Its About Time, Crash Team Rumble is an all-new 4v4, team-based online multiplayer video game set in Crash Bandicoots vibrant and zany universe.
  • Published by Activision Publishing, Inc., Crash Team Rumble will release on PlayStation5, PlayStation4, Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One in 2023.
  • For more information, head to the official Crash Bandicoot site , and be sure to follow @CrashBandicoot on Instagram , Twitter , Facebook and TikTok for more news and information about Crash Team Rumble.
  • 2022 Activision Publishing Inc. ACTIVISION, CRASH, CRASH BANDICOOT, and CRASH TEAM RUMBLE are trademarks of Activision Publishing, Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.

FTC Seeks to Block Microsoft Corp.’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Inc.

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Friday, December 16, 2022
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Microsoft decided to make several of Bethesda's titles including Starfield and Redfall Microsoft exclusives despite assurances it had given to European antitrust authorities that it had no incentive to withhold games from rival consoles.

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  • Microsoft decided to make several of Bethesda's titles including Starfield and Redfall Microsoft exclusives despite assurances it had given to European antitrust authorities that it had no incentive to withhold games from rival consoles.
  • Microsoft has already shown that it can and will withhold content from its gaming rivals, said Holly Vedova, Director of the FTCs Bureau of Competition.
  • Microsofts Xbox Series S and Series X are one of only two types of high performance video game consoles.
  • For the latest news and resources, follow the FTC on social media, subscribe to press releases and read our blog.

FTC Seeks to Block Microsoft Corp.’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Inc.

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Friday, December 16, 2022
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Microsoft decided to make several of Bethesda's titles including Starfield and Redfall Microsoft exclusives despite assurances it had given to European antitrust authorities that it had no incentive to withhold games from rival consoles.

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  • Microsoft decided to make several of Bethesda's titles including Starfield and Redfall Microsoft exclusives despite assurances it had given to European antitrust authorities that it had no incentive to withhold games from rival consoles.
  • Microsoft has already shown that it can and will withhold content from its gaming rivals, said Holly Vedova, Director of the FTCs Bureau of Competition.
  • Microsofts Xbox Series S and Series X are one of only two types of high performance video game consoles.
  • For the latest news and resources, follow the FTC on social media, subscribe to press releases and read our blog.

A Frosty Villain Returns to Hearthstone® in March of the Lich King™, the Undeadly New Expansion Live Now

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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Live worldwide today is March of the Lich King, the latest expansion to Hearthstone, Blizzard Entertainments sensational digital card game.

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  • Live worldwide today is March of the Lich King, the latest expansion to Hearthstone, Blizzard Entertainments sensational digital card game.
  • Plus, even your dead minions will be cause for celebration, as they play a pivotal role in powering up specific cards requiring Corpses.
  • March of the Lich King is the third expansion for the Year of the Hydra .
  • Hearthstone is available globally for Windows and Mac PCs; Windows, iOS, and Android tablets; and iOS, and Android mobile phones.