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Dappz Sports Stakes its Claim as the Top Content Creator in the Trading Card and Signed Memorabilia Hobby — Averaging 35 Million Monthly Viewers Across All Platforms

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

The company drew in an average of 35 million monthly viewers to its live shopping streams and generated multiple viral videos that surpassed a million views, while expanding to 1.2 million total followers across all platforms.

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  • The company drew in an average of 35 million monthly viewers to its live shopping streams and generated multiple viral videos that surpassed a million views, while expanding to 1.2 million total followers across all platforms.
  • Additionally, Dappz Sports still reigns as the top of the live shopping market in the hobby, grossing over $20 million sales in 2023 on TikTok Shop.
  • “Our playbook is no secret; we’ve built a loyal audience by consistently creating engaging content and constantly interacting with our supporters.
  • Dappz Sports dominated on TikTok in both short-form content and on live stream, surpassing 50 million viewers per week by the end of the year.

Midwest Cards Announces Preorder and UFC 300 VIP Giveaway for the Launch of 2024 Topps Chrome UFC Trading Cards

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Midwest Cards announces a UFC 300 VIP Experience giveaway valued at $25,000 for the new release of 2024 Topps Chrome UFC trading cards.

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  • Chuck Filek, a spokesperson for Midwest Cards: "We are beyond thrilled for the launch of 2024 Topps Chrome UFC.
  • The highly anticipated return of UFC trading cards with Fanatics Collectibles will launch with the new release of 2024 Topps Chrome UFC.
  • The reintroduction of Topps UFC trading cards signifies a pivotal moment in the sports collectibles industry and marks a renewed partnership between Topps and UFC.
  • Chuck Filek , a spokesperson for Midwest Cards, expresses the excitement surrounding this launch: "We are beyond thrilled for the launch of 2024 Topps Chrome UFC.

UFC and Fanatics Collectibles Announce Exclusive Trading Card Deal, With Topps Chrome UFC to Hit Retail Feb. 28

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Today, UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization and part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), and Fanatics Collectibles announced an exclusive multi-year trading card partnership that sees Topps make an exciting return to the sport.

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  • Today, UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization and part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), and Fanatics Collectibles announced an exclusive multi-year trading card partnership that sees Topps make an exciting return to the sport.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240131933028/en/
    Topps was a UFC partner from 2009-2020, creating UFC’s first-ever trading cards.
  • The highly anticipated new product will be 2024 Topps Chrome UFC, which hits retail and hobby shops on Feb. 28.
  • This deal builds on an existing e-commerce and live-event partnership between UFC and Fanatics Commerce.

Dappz Sports Remains Top Live Shopping Company in U.S. on TikTok - Over $20 Million in Projected Gross Sales for 2023

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

Dappz Sports , the largest cross platform sports and entertainment media company in the trading card and signed memorabilia hobby, proudly announces that the company is projected to achieve over $20 million in gross sales by the end of 2023.

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  • Dappz Sports , the largest cross platform sports and entertainment media company in the trading card and signed memorabilia hobby, proudly announces that the company is projected to achieve over $20 million in gross sales by the end of 2023.
  • “We set our sights on doing ambitious things and hitting new heights this year.
  • While other companies have ventured into this arena, Dappz Sports remains at the front of the pack, continuously paving the way for others to follow.
  • The company’s spirit of innovation and authenticity has secured Dappz Sports' position as the unrivaled leader in TikTok shopping collectibles.

LUCKY BASEBALL FANS COULD WIN BIG DURING RETURN OF TACO BELL'S STEAL A BASE STEAL A TACO CELEBRATION

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Taco Bell and MLB® are up to bat for the return of 'Steal a Base, Steal a Taco' with some of the hottest rewards for fans to date. Viewers are encouraged to keep their eyes on the players as Taco Bell will once again honor the first player to steal a base in the Fall Classic starting October 27 and crown them as this year's Taco Hero, scoring free tacos for Taco Bell Rewards Members nationwide*. This year, the biggest steal of the season comes with the opportunity to win Taco Bell for Life (awarded as a $15,000 digital gift card) in a promotion sponsored by Topps**.

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  • "That's exactly why we wanted to knock this year's 'Steal a Base, Steal a Taco' promotion out of the park."
  • To become a Taco Bell Rewards Member, download the Taco Bell app and sign up for an account.
  • Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S. & D.C., 16+ with a registered Taco Bell Rewards account on the Taco Bell mobile app.
  • Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S. & D.C., 18+ with a registered Taco Bell Rewards account on the Taco Bell mobile app.

2019 Lamborghini Aventador, Signed Babe Ruth Baseball Under the Gavel After $43.2+ Million GMV Sold Last Week on HiBid.com

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Auctions are currently underway for sports memorabilia signed by Babe Ruth, Lebron James, and Patrick Mahomes; rare boxes of Topps and other sports trading cards from the 1980s; and early American Draped Bust, Flowing Hair, and Morgan silver dollars.

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  • Auctions are currently underway for sports memorabilia signed by Babe Ruth, Lebron James, and Patrick Mahomes; rare boxes of Topps and other sports trading cards from the 1980s; and early American Draped Bust, Flowing Hair, and Morgan silver dollars.
  • Of special note is a collection of late-model supercars, sport SUVs, and motorcycles being sold in a U.S.
  • A 2019 Aventador LP740-4 S heads a roster of four supercars from Lamborghini, including two Huracans and an Urus.
  • HiBid.com brings buyers and sellers together every day with a wide-ranging selection of lots and categories that appeal to bidders worldwide.

The Philly Show, Mascot Team Up To Increase Discoverability of Inventory & Optimize Show Experience for Both Vendors & Attendees, Beginning in December 2023

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Philly Show, one of the longest running sports cards and memorabilia shows, and Mascot, the leading inventory management solution for collectibles, have teamed up to provide enhanced discoverability and searchable of inventory available for sale or trade at The Philly Show, beginning in December 2023.

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  • The Philly Show, Mascot Team Up To Increase Discoverability & Optimize Show Experience for Both Vendors & Attendees.
  • Through this collaboration, vendors and dealers will have the opportunity to upload items available for sale and trade at The Philly Show to Mascot.
  • By doing so, every Mickey Mantle card synced to Mascot across all vendor booths will appear, along with vendor booth numbers.
  • The Philly Show is one of the longest running and largest sports cards and memorabilia collectibles shows in America.

HARLAN J. WERNER'S MEMORABILIA NETWORK SET TO LAUNCH "GREATS OF THE GAME" AUCTION ON TUESDAY, MAY 30, FEATURING RARE SIGNED ITEMS FROM MUHAMMAD ALI, JACKIE ROBINSON, MAGIC JOHNSON, AND SANDY KOUFAX

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

LOS ANGELES, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Renowned sports memorabilia agent Harlan Werner and his company The Memorabilia Network will dazzle collectors once again when they offer several one-of-a-kind items from a number of larger-than-life sports icons via the "Greats of the Game" auction beginning Tuesday, May 30, at www.tmnauctions.com. Memorabilia enthusiasts are welcome to preview the collection and register for the outstanding auction at the same website now.

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  • Memorabilia enthusiasts are welcome to preview the collection and register for the outstanding auction at the same website now.
  • The opening bid for the once-in-a-lifetime item will be $150,000, with a portion of the proceeds going to charity.
  • Joining the Koufax items is a John Muir High School yearbook triple signed by his former teammate Jackie Robinson.
  • Additionally, the San Fernando Valley business features never-before-seen photographs of the legendary Howard Bingham, Hollywood memorabilia, vintage cards, signed cars, tickets and unique items.

Fanatics Collectibles, MLB, MLB Players Inc. Unveil First-Ever Memorabilia Patch Created Specifically for Trading Cards

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

NEW YORK, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Fanatics Collectibles, the trading cards and collectibles division of Fanatics, and Topps, its cornerstone sports trading card brand, unveiled MLB Debut Patches, the first-ever memorabilia made in partnership with a professional sports league specifically for inclusion on trading cards. Created in partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB) and MLB Players Inc., the business arm of the Major League Baseball Players Association, all players making their MLB debut this season will have the Debut Patch worn on their jersey. After appearing in their first game, the patch will be authenticated under the auspices of the MLB Authentication Program and then placed directly onto their rookie card in a future Topps set.

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  • NEW YORK, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Fanatics Collectibles, the trading cards and collectibles division of Fanatics, and Topps, its cornerstone sports trading card brand, unveiled MLB Debut Patches, the first-ever memorabilia made in partnership with a professional sports league specifically for inclusion on trading cards.
  • Created in partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB) and MLB Players Inc., the business arm of the Major League Baseball Players Association, all players making their MLB debut this season will have the Debut Patch worn on their jersey.
  • With MLB Debut Patches, fans will be able to collect and connect with the most important moments in players' careers.
  • The first-ever MLB Debut Patches will make an appearance on baseball fields around the country on Opening Day, and throughout the entire MLB season as players make their debuts.

Fanatics Collectibles and Winners Alliance Announce Exclusive Annual Trading Cards Partnership for Professional Tennis Players

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

WASHINGTON, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Winners Alliance, the for-profit affiliate of the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), has partnered with Fanatics Collectibles to provide professional women's and men's tennis players the opportunity to be included in a broad-scale group trading card set program through the company's cornerstone brand, Topps. This is the first group licensing agreement in the history of professional tennis.

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  • As part of the groundbreaking deal, Winners Alliance grants Fanatics Collectibles the right to use the name, image and likenesses of professional women's and men's players who opt into the group licensing agreement.
  • Fanatics Collectibles will produce an annual set of player cards every year of the partnership.
  • Fanatics Collectibles has committed to creating an annual series of player trading cards for the next two decades.
  • Among its first initiatives, Winners Alliance will establish a sustainable group licensing program for video games, trading cards, collectibles, and related opportunities.