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USI Expands Cyber Answerlytics Solution Platform

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

VALHALLA, N.Y., Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- USI Insurance Services (USI), a world leader in risk management, employee benefit and retirement consulting, today announced the expansion of its proprietary cyber Answerlytics solution platform to include a total of 14 industry-leading cyber risk management providers focused on helping clients proactively reduce their exposure to financial risk from urgent cyber vulnerabilities and emergent threats.

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  • VALHALLA, N.Y., Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- USI Insurance Services (USI), a world leader in risk management, employee benefit and retirement consulting, today announced the expansion of its proprietary cyber Answerlytics solution platform to include a total of 14 industry-leading cyber risk management providers focused on helping clients proactively reduce their exposure to financial risk from urgent cyber vulnerabilities and emergent threats.
  • These providers were selected to help USI clients proactively address critical vulnerabilities and to establish and maintain the proper controls and practices on which cyber underwriters focus.
  • Launched in 2021, Answerlytics is a truly differentiated cyber offering from USI that is benefiting our clients and carrier partners through improved risk evaluation, risk mitigation and risk presentation to carriers, stated Nadia Hoyte, national cyber practice leader for USI.
  • David Hallstrom, national cyber advisor for USI, added: We chose our Answerlytics Curated Providers to help our clients receive optimal cyber insurance terms, streamline the cyber procurement process and improve their cyber risk knowledge, including access to weekly threat updates.

Hailiang Education Announces Completion of Merger

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Friday, September 16, 2022

HANGZHOU,China, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hailiang Education Group Inc. (Nasdaq: HLG) ("Hailiang Education" or the "Company"), an education and management services provider in China, today announced the completion of the merger (the "Merger") with HE Merger Sub Limited ("Merger Sub"), an exempted company with limited liability incorporated under the laws of the Cayman Islands and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hailiang Education International Limited ("Parent"), pursuant to the previously announced agreement and plan of merger, dated as of May 7, 2022, among the Company, Parent and Merger Sub (the "Merger Agreement").

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  • HANGZHOU,China, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hailiang Education Group Inc. (Nasdaq: HLG) ("Hailiang Education" or the "Company"), an education and management services provider in China, today announced the completion of the merger (the "Merger") with HE Merger Sub Limited ("Merger Sub"), an exempted company with limited liability incorporated under the laws of the Cayman Islands and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hailiang Education International Limited ("Parent"), pursuant to the previously announced agreement and plan of merger, dated as of May 7, 2022, among the Company, Parent and Merger Sub (the "Merger Agreement").
  • Pursuant to the Merger, Merger Sub merged with and into the Company, with the Company continuing as the surviving company.
  • About Hailiang Education Group Inc.
    Hailiang Education Group Inc. (Nasdaq: HLG) is an education and management services provider inChina.
  • Hailiang Education is dedicated to providing students with high-quality high school curriculum education, student management services, ancillary educational services, and education and management services, and it strives to maintain the high quality of its students' life, study, and development.

Mosaic Surpasses $9 Billion in Loans Funded for Residential Solar and Sustainable Home Improvements

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mosaic, a leading financing platform for U.S. residential solar and energy-efficient home improvements, today announced it has surpassed $9 billion in loans funded through its platform. The company continues to see significant growth — surpassing $8 billion in loans funded just eight weeks ago.

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  • OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mosaic , a leading financing platform for U.S. residential solar and energy-efficient home improvements, today announced it has surpassed $9 billion in loans funded through its platform.
  • The company continues to see significant growth surpassing $8 billion in loans funded just eight weeks ago.
  • "The need for clean energy and sustainable home improvements has never been greater," said Billy Parish, founder and CEO of Mosaic.
  • Since 2012, Mosaic has helped more than 275,000 households switch to sustainable home improvements with its financing products.

Bonobos is 'Famous for Fit' with Nick Kroll in New Fall Campaign

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bonobos, the menswear brand that started with a perfect pair of chinos, introduces its new Fall 2022 campaign featuring celebrated actor, comedian, and producer, Nick Kroll.

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  • In the same way, he finds himself in the perfect fitting Bonobos pants, no matter the scenario.
  • "Bonobos has always been, and will always be focused on finding your best fit," says David Sasson, Chief Operating Officer at Bonobos.
  • "This is such a natural fit, just like their line of pants...LOL LOL LOL LOL," joked Kroll.
  • "Bonobos politely asked me never to repeat such a lame joke or say LOL that many times," he continued.

BlueCity Announces Completion of Merger

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Friday, August 12, 2022

BEIJING, Aug. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlueCity Holdings Limited (BlueCity or the Company) (NASDAQ: BLCT), a leading online LGBTQ platform, today announced that completion of the merger (the Merger) with Diversefuture Limited (the Merger Sub), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Multelements Limited (the Parent), pursuant to the previously announced Agreement and Plan of Merger (the Merger Agreement), dated as of April 30, 2022, among the Company, the Parent and the Merger Sub.

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  • BEIJING, Aug. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlueCity Holdings Limited (BlueCity or the Company) (NASDAQ: BLCT), a leading online LGBTQ platform, today announced that completion of the merger (the Merger) with Diversefuture Limited (the Merger Sub), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Multelements Limited (the Parent), pursuant to the previously announced Agreement and Plan of Merger (the Merger Agreement), dated as of April 30, 2022, among the Company, the Parent and the Merger Sub.
  • As a result of the Merger, the Company became a wholly owned subsidiary of Parent and will cease to be a publicly traded company.
  • BlueCity (NASDAQ: BLCT) is a world-leading online LGBTQ community providing a comprehensive suite of services to foster connections and enhance the wellbeing of the LGBTQ community.
  • With commitment to providing high-quality user experience, ensuring privacy protection, and promoting community health and well-being, BlueCity has captured the hearts and minds of LGBTQ people across the globe.

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Completes Acquisition of Redbox Entertainment Inc.

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Thursday, August 11, 2022

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment (NASDAQ: CSSE) today announced the company has completed the acquisition of Redbox Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ: RDBX) creating an entertainment content and distribution offering targeting value-conscious consumers.

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  • Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment (NASDAQ: CSSE) today announced the company has completed the acquisition of Redbox Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ: RDBX) creating an entertainment content and distribution offering targeting value-conscious consumers.
  • Ive been looking forward to the day Redbox would become part of the Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment family and today is that day.
  • Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment is a subsidiary of Chicken Soup for the Soul, LLC, which publishes the famous book series and produces super-premium pet food under the Chicken Soup for the Soul brand name.
  • This communication relates to the business combination transaction between Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. (CSSE) and Redbox Entertainment Inc. (RDBX).

MTY Food Group Inc. to Acquire Bbq Holdings, Inc. for $17.25 Per Share

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Upon completion of the Transaction, BBQ Holdings will become a subsidiary of MTY and the shares of BBQ Holdings will be de-listed from NASDAQ.

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  • Upon completion of the Transaction, BBQ Holdings will become a subsidiary of MTY and the shares of BBQ Holdings will be de-listed from NASDAQ.
  • Jeff Crivello, Chief Executive Officer of BBQ Holdings, commented We are thrilled to partner with MTY and its talented team of restaurant operators.
  • BBQ Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BBQ) is an international restaurant company engaged in the business of franchising, and operating casual and fast casual dining restaurants.
  • Village Inn and Bakers Square add a legendary family dining element to BBQ Holdings specializing in breakfast and pies.

Kidder Mathews Enhances Valuation and Appraisal Services With Valcre Software Partnership

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

In the past two years, valuation professionals have experienced surging demand for commercial real estate appraisal services following the market disruptions induced by the pandemic.

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  • In the past two years, valuation professionals have experienced surging demand for commercial real estate appraisal services following the market disruptions induced by the pandemic.
  • We look forward to working closely with Kidder Mathews to improve a very tedious process, thereby saving their valuation professionals a minimum of two hours a day.
  • Valcre is the premier appraisal software solution for the commercial real estate industry.
  • Kidder Mathews offers a complete range of brokerage, appraisal, asset services, consulting, project and construction management, and debt & equity finance services for all property types.

Zywave & Advisen Announce 2022 Cyber Risk Award Winners

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Friday, June 17, 2022

NEW YORK, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading insurtech provider, Zywave, along with Advisen, a Zywave company, honored the cyber risk industry's top performers at the ninth annual Cyber Risk Awards, held in-person at Gotham Hall in New York City the evening of Thursday, June 16, 2022.

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  • NEW YORK, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading insurtech provider, Zywave , along with Advisen, a Zywave company, honored the cyber risk industry's top performers at the ninth annual Cyber Risk Awards, held in-person at Gotham Hall in New York City the evening of Thursday, June 16, 2022.
  • The winners were announced during a gala dinner for 480 attendees, sponsored by Arete, The Beckage Firm, CFC Underwriting, Epiq, and Pondurance.
  • "We congratulate all of the award winners and those who were nominated," said Jeff Cohen, Zywave senior vice president.
  • To learn more about Advisen, a Zywave company, acquired by Zywave in November 2020, visit www.advisenltd.com .

tZERO Announces Appointment of New Directors to Its Board

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022

Blaugrunds appointment is in conjunction with a significant minority investment by ICE and follows the appointment of David Goone as tZEROs Chief Executive Officer.

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  • Blaugrunds appointment is in conjunction with a significant minority investment by ICE and follows the appointment of David Goone as tZEROs Chief Executive Officer.
  • Marcial and Blaugrund have capital markets expertise complementary to tZEROs Board of Directors, positioning the company for further growth and innovation in the blockchain marketplace.
  • I am delighted to welcome two new, highly talented senior business leaders to our Board, bringing decades of capital markets expertise," said Goone.
  • tZERO Group, Inc. (tZERO) and its broker-dealer subsidiaries provide an innovative liquidity platform for private companies and assets.