Grand Prix

Globant Shakes the Creative and Tech Industries by acquiring GUT, Cannes Lions 2023's Independent Network of the Year

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Globant (NYSE: GLOB), a digitally native company focused on reinventing businesses through innovative technology solutions, today announced the acquisition of a majority stake in GUT, an independent creative agency, to strengthen and grow Globant's creative capabilities. This acquisition will shape a partnership that will boost Globant's technology and creative offering, taking it to a new level, and support GUT's expansion to new markets and industries while leading the inception of technology into advertising.

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  • "Technology and creativity have never been more closely linked than they are today," said Martin Migoya, Co-founder and CEO of Globant.
  • The five-year-old network has employees across seven offices in Miami, Buenos Aires, São Paulo, Toronto, Mexico City, Los Angeles, and Amsterdam.
  • This year, GUT was named Cannes Lions Independent Network of the Year after winning 35 Lions, including 3 Grand Prix, 8 Golds, 12 Silvers, and 12 Bronzes across its Network.
  • GUT Buenos Aires was also named both Cannes Lions Agency of the Year and Independent Agency of the Year in 2023.

YAS MARINA CIRCUIT HOSTS AUCTION OF SPECTACULAR RACING AND SPORTS CARS DURING #ABUDHABIGP WEEKEND

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Saturday, November 25, 2023

Taking place on the iconic start-finish line on Saturday 25th November, global petrolheads can stream the auction on Bonhamscars.com.

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  • Taking place on the iconic start-finish line on Saturday 25th November, global petrolheads can stream the auction on Bonhamscars.com.
  • Sales from the "On the Grid: The Abu Dhabi Auction," held by Bonhams|Cars in partnership with Formula 1 Paddock Club™, with sales expected to reach over US$20 million.
  • The impressive line-up of cars has been on public display at Yas Marina Circuit across the whole weekend in a custom built, state-of-the-art gallery, just 100 metres from the track, as well as in fan zones and within the Paddock.
  • Another exciting opportunity to acquire a F1® racecar is with Kimi Räikkönen's McLaren MP4/21, offered at an estimate of US$2.5 – 3.5 million.

YAS MARINA CIRCUIT HOSTS AUCTION OF SPECTACULAR RACING AND SPORTS CARS DURING #ABUDHABIGP WEEKEND

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Saturday, November 25, 2023

Taking place on the iconic start-finish line on Saturday 25th November, global petrolheads can stream the auction on Bonhamscars.com.

Key Points: 
  • Taking place on the iconic start-finish line on Saturday 25th November, global petrolheads can stream the auction on Bonhamscars.com.
  • Sales from the "On the Grid: The Abu Dhabi Auction," held by Bonhams|Cars in partnership with Formula 1 Paddock Club™, with sales expected to reach over US$20 million.
  • The impressive line-up of cars has been on public display at Yas Marina Circuit across the whole weekend in a custom built, state-of-the-art gallery, just 100 metres from the track, as well as in fan zones and within the Paddock.
  • Another exciting opportunity to acquire a F1® racecar is with Kimi Räikkönen's McLaren MP4/21, offered at an estimate of US$2.5 – 3.5 million.

Sands China Supports Macau Grand Prix with Community and Tourist Activities

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Thursday, November 23, 2023

MACAO, Nov. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With the Macau Grand Prix celebrating its 70th anniversary with an extended two-weekend schedule, Sands China Ltd. supported the world-famous competition with a special Grand Prix community outing; a series of Grand Prix themed activities, installations and workshops at The Venetian® Macao and at the historic Iec Long Firecracker Factory, which Sands China is revitalising; and concerts on each of the two Grand Prix weekends to promote the integrated development of sports, culture and tourism.

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  • MACAO, Nov. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With the Macau Grand Prix celebrating its 70th anniversary with an extended two-weekend schedule, Sands China Ltd. supported the world-famous competition with a special Grand Prix community outing; a series of Grand Prix themed activities, installations and workshops at The Venetian® Macao and at the historic Iec Long Firecracker Factory, which Sands China is revitalising; and concerts on each of the two Grand Prix weekends to promote the integrated development of sports, culture and tourism.
  • As a way to share the joy and excitement of the Macau Grand Prix with the community, Sands China sponsored the Sheng Kung Hui Macau Social Services Coordination Office (SKH) Grand Prix: Parent-child Pair-up on Oct. 28, where 30 members from SKH visited the Macau Grand Prix museum to learn more about the captivating history of the race, spending quality time together and enhancing parent-child relationships through interactive games.
  • In order to attract more residents and tourists to visit Macao's historic landmarks, Sands China set up three free-of-charge Grand Prix themed activities at the Iec Long Firecracker Factory.
  • At The Venetian Macao, a Grand Prix Fun Zone pop-up booth featured live streams of the Grand Prix races, three race simulators, and a remote-controlled car game.

THE PICKLR EXPANDS LEADERSHIP TEAM TO MATCH EXPLOSIVE GROWTH

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

KAYSVILLE, Utah, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Picklr, North America's premiere indoor pickleball facility, announced the addition of their all-new leadership team to spearhead expansion. Charged with revolutionizing the brand of pickleball and accelerating the growth of The Picklr across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the new executive team has already delivered in securing over 110 new locations, innovative marketing campaigns and activations, and the development of 16 new franchisees in 13 states.

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  • KAYSVILLE, Utah, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Picklr , North America's premiere indoor pickleball facility, announced the addition of their all-new leadership team to spearhead expansion.
  • "Austin and I started The Picklr with a vision of surrounding ourselves with innovative and successful individuals who shared our growth mindset and a love of pickleball," said Barragan.
  • We believe that assembling the right corporate team is the cornerstone of The Picklr's growth," said Co-Founder Austin Wood.
  • "Each new team member brings a unique skill set and perspective, contributing to a collective strength that propels us forward.

Unlock Your Trading Prowess: Bybit's VIP Grand Prix Offers a Season of Competition

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Monday, November 6, 2023

The competition will establish a benchmark in the industry for the best individual traders in the market.

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  • The competition will establish a benchmark in the industry for the best individual traders in the market.
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    Mirroring the Grand Prix structure the competition will run from Nov. 2023 through Oct. 2024 and consist of a series of six qualifying rounds.
  • The final results will be revealed on the competition landing page and winners will also receive tickets to Bybit's glitzy year-end gala.
  • "This competition is not just about rewards; it's about establishing a new standard in the crypto trading space."

Henley & Partners and Insignia Join Forces to Create Unique Membership Offering for Global Citizens

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Monday, November 6, 2023

LONDON, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Henley & Partners , the ‘firm of global citizens’ and leader in residence and citizenship advisory, has partnered with the leading ultra-luxury lifestyle management and card services group, Insignia , to create a distinctive and exclusive membership offering.

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  • LONDON, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Henley & Partners , the ‘firm of global citizens’ and leader in residence and citizenship advisory, has partnered with the leading ultra-luxury lifestyle management and card services group, Insignia , to create a distinctive and exclusive membership offering.
  • At Insignia, we have always been dedicated to providing our members with unparalleled experiences, and the Henley Global Citizens card is the embodiment of this commitment.
  • Together with Henley & Partners we are redefining the meaning of global citizenship, offering an exclusive gateway to a world of limitless possibilities and connections.
  • For further information and media accreditation to attend the Henley Global Citizens launch (10 November) and/or the 17th annual Global Citizenship Conference (8-10 November) please contact:

Muscular Dystrophy Association Launches Holiday Retail Campaign in Thousands of Retail Locations Nationwide

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

New York, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) today launched its largest Holiday Retail Campaign to fundraise in thousands of retail locations nationwide from November through January 2024.

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  • New York, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) today launched its largest Holiday Retail Campaign to fundraise in thousands of retail locations nationwide from November through January 2024.
  • Retailers invite customers to participate in the MDA Holiday campaign by donating at checkout or rounding up their purchase.
  • Donations made by customers will be displayed on special MDA Holiday pinups in each location, showing support for MDA families.
  • “The generous partners supporting our annual MDA Holiday Retail Campaign are part of our family at the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Philips Foundation marks five years of improving access to maternal care in Sub-Saharan Africa and sets out future plans

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Over five years across five distinct projects, Philips Foundation has made substantial progress through unique collaborations , improving access to maternal care for 15 million people in 2022 alone [1].

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  • Over five years across five distinct projects, Philips Foundation has made substantial progress through unique collaborations , improving access to maternal care for 15 million people in 2022 alone [1].
  • This week, at a partner meeting in Nairobi, Kenya, the foundation set out plans to ramp up its partnerships with social entrepreneurs in the region.
  • “From building health awareness to providing high-quality healthcare, Philips Foundation’s journey with its strategic partners in maternal health for Sub-Saharan Africa is having a significant impact,” Margot Cooijmans, Director of the Philips Foundation, says.
  • In Uganda, the foundation supported Imaging the World Africa in training over 250 healthcare professionals, helping to identify life-threatening complications.

INEOS Britannia continues technology partnership with Papercast for its 37th America's Cup challenge

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

LONDON, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- INEOS Britannia announces its ongoing technology partnership with Papercast, the leader in e-paper information display systems, for the 37th America's Cup taking place in Barcelona in 2024. Papercast's e-paper technology, initially developed for real-time digital bus stops, has been customised to deliver high-speed live data onboard INEOS Britannia's LEQ12 Test Boat and AC75 Class race boat, ensuring the crew receives critical information instantly.

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  • INEOS Britannia announces its ongoing technology partnership with Papercast, the leader in e-paper information display systems, for the 37th America's Cup taking place in Barcelona in 2024.
  • LONDON, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- INEOS Britannia announces its ongoing technology partnership with Papercast, the leader in e-paper information display systems, for the 37th America's Cup taking place in Barcelona in 2024.
  • Building on the success of their collaboration in the previous challenge , Papercast reaffirms its commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology solutions to the world of Grand Prix sailing.
  • These enhancements underscore Papercast's commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology and its dedication to supporting INEOS Britannia's quest for victory in the 37th America's Cup.