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TKO Announces Special Cash Dividend

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

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TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) (“TKO” or the “Company”), a premium sports and entertainment company, today announced that it has declared a special cash dividend pursuant to the terms of the transaction agreement between UFC and WWE, which provides for a special one-time dividend on TKO’s shares of Class A common stock, funded by an intracompany cash distribution to TKO prior to the consummation of the transaction.

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TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) (“TKO” or the “Company”), a premium sports and entertainment company, today announced that it has declared a special cash dividend pursuant to the terms of the transaction agreement between UFC and WWE, which provides for a special one-time dividend on TKO’s shares of Class A common stock, funded by an intracompany cash distribution to TKO prior to the consummation of the transaction.
The dividend to TKO’s Class A common stockholders will be $3.86 per share, payable on September 29, 2023 to TKO’s Class A common stockholders of record as of September 22, 2023.
Future declarations of dividends are subject to the determination and discretion of TKO’s board of directors based on its consideration of various factors, such as its results of operations, financial condition, market conditions, earnings, cash flow requirements, restrictions in its debt agreements, legal requirements and other factors that TKO’s board of directors deems relevant.

Endeavor Announces Close of UFC® and WWE® Transaction to Create TKO Group Holdings, a Premium Sports and Entertainment Company

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR) (“Endeavor”) and World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (previously NYSE: WWE) (“WWE”) today announced the close of their previously announced agreement and the launch of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) (“TKO”).

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Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR) (“Endeavor”) and World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (previously NYSE: WWE) (“WWE”) today announced the close of their previously announced agreement and the launch of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) (“TKO”).
Through this combination, TKO will leverage Endeavor’s expertise in areas including domestic and international media rights, ticket sales and yield optimization, event operations, global partnerships, licensing, and premium hospitality to drive revenue growth.
“The creation of TKO marks an exciting new chapter for UFC and WWE as leaders in global sports and entertainment,” said Ariel Emanuel, CEO of Endeavor and TKO.
“Given their continued connectivity to the Endeavor network, we are confident in our ability to accelerate their respective growth and unlock long-term sustainable value for shareholders.

WWE® Announces Additional Dates to 2023 Live Event Touring Schedule

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

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WWE® (NYSE: WWE) today announced 26 additional live events as part of the company’s 2023 touring schedule. Tickets go on sale next Friday, September 15.

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WWE® (NYSE: WWE) today announced 26 additional live events as part of the company’s 2023 touring schedule. Tickets go on sale next Friday, September 15.

Endeavor and WWE® Deal to Create TKO Group Holdings Expected to Close September 12

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

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Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR) (“Endeavor”) and World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: WWE) (“WWE”) today announced they expect to close the previously announced transaction to form TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (“TKO”) on September 12, 2023, at which time TKO will begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “TKO”.

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Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR) (“Endeavor”) and World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: WWE) (“WWE”) today announced they expect to close the previously announced transaction to form TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (“TKO”) on September 12, 2023, at which time TKO will begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “TKO”.

Infiniti Group, LLC, Renowned for Excellence in Behavioral Health and Addiction Treatment, Signs with EKC PR as WWE Superstar Natalie Eva Marie Joins The Hopeaholics Podcast and Unveils NEM Recovery Centers

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

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This partnership marks a notable stride towards expanding Infiniti Group's impact, underscored by the inclusion of WWE Superstar Natalie Eva Marie as a host on their transformative podcast, The Hopeaholics , and the inauguration of the Natalie Eva Marie (NEM) Recovery Centers.

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This partnership marks a notable stride towards expanding Infiniti Group's impact, underscored by the inclusion of WWE Superstar Natalie Eva Marie as a host on their transformative podcast, The Hopeaholics , and the inauguration of the Natalie Eva Marie (NEM) Recovery Centers.
This commitment to exceptional care laid the groundwork for the impressive chain of facilities later reestablished under the umbrella of Infiniti Group.
Beyond its facilities, Infiniti Group extends its influence through The Hopeaholics podcast, led by Carlsen and recovery specialist Shane Earn.
NEM Recovery Centers symbolize Marie's commitment to aiding individuals in embracing sobriety and providing comprehensive care for their journeys of transformative recovery.

ListenFirst Unveils Social Indexes for Sports Revolutionizing the Game with Comprehensive Industry Insights on Social Media

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

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NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ListenFirst, the premier enterprise social analytics solution, today announced the release of Social Indexes for Sports, designed to empower sports industry professionals with unprecedented access to industry-wide intelligence. In an increasingly competitive and rapidly evolving sports landscape, staying ahead of the game has never been more critical. ListenFirst's Social Indexes for Sports promises to be the ultimate game-changer.

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NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ListenFirst , the premier enterprise social analytics solution, today announced the release of Social Indexes for Sports, designed to empower sports industry professionals with unprecedented access to industry-wide intelligence.
"We are thrilled to introduce a tool that puts the power of comprehensive industry insights at the fingertips of sports professionals.
Social Indexes for Sports offers an expansive view of the entire industry, helping identify the share of voice threats and seize opportunities.
ListenFirst today has begun onboarding the initial set of users on Social Indexes for Sports.

Eluvio Demonstrates New Live Streaming, FAST, PVOD and Connected TV Experiences at IBC 2023

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Monday, September 11, 2023

The Eluvio Content Fabric is an open and decentralized, streaming, content distribution, and storage network built for the third generation Internet.

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The Eluvio Content Fabric is an open and decentralized, streaming, content distribution, and storage network built for the third generation Internet.
Last year, Eluvio received the prestigious TV Tech "Best of Show" Award at IBC.
"We are bringing radical efficiency, simplicity, performance, and openness to the premium video supply chain," said Michelle Munson, co-founder and CEO of Eluvio.
It is available on web/mobile browsers, and now across all major Connected TV platforms, including Apple TV, Android TV, and Fire TV.

NAGRA and Eluvio Deliver Industry-First Decentralized, Secure, and Just-in-Time Solution for Premium Video Distribution with Forensic Watermarking

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

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This milestone is the industry’s first integration of forensic watermarking into Eluvio’s global blockchain Fabric for premium content distribution.

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This milestone is the industry’s first integration of forensic watermarking into Eluvio’s global blockchain Fabric for premium content distribution.
The Eluvio Content Fabric is an open and decentralized, streaming, content distribution, and storage network built for the third generation Internet.
This new forensic watermarking capability completes the Content Fabric’s blockchain-controlled trustless, verifiable, and tamper proof content security capabilities that prove, protect, and secure content distribution from its source to audiences.
To schedule a meeting to learn more about NAGRA at IBC 2023 (Stand 1.C81), please click HERE .

WWE® Payback Delivers Records for Viewership, Gate & Merchandise

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

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The premium live event set new records for viewership, gate and merchandise.

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The premium live event set new records for viewership, gate and merchandise.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230905785600/en/
WWE® PAYBACK DELIVERS RECORDS FOR VIEWERSHIP, GATE & MERCHANDISE (Photo: Business Wire)
Viewership of Payback was up 36 percent versus the previous record set in 2016.
With 12,468 in attendance, it marked the largest gate ever for any Payback, up 13 percent versus the prior record set in Chicago in 2016.
2023 Payback was also the most-viewed social Payback of all time with a combined 146 million social views, up 44 percent from the previous record set in 2020.

THE ROMANS NEW YORK PROMOTES PR MAVEN, KATHERINE ESPINOSA, TO SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Romans New York, one of the fastest growing creative PR agencies in the US, has named Katherine Espinosa Senior Vice President, Culture + Media.

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NEW YORK, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Romans New York, one of the fastest growing creative PR agencies in the US, has named Katherine Espinosa Senior Vice President, Culture + Media.
With a keen understanding of the cultural pulse and "what's next," Espinosa brings a strategic media relations acumen rooted in strategic insights that deliver on brand objectives.
Her shared strive to create culturally resonant brands will remain a core part of her role through strategic and creative development.
Of the promotion, Sarah Jenkins, Executive Vice President and Partner, said, "Katherine intrinsically understands something critically important in PR - that culture is currency.