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Velan Studios and Mattel Reveal Hot Wheels™: Rift Rally, a Mixed Reality Racing Experience Coming to iOS and PlayStation on March 14

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

Velan Studios and Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today announced Hot Wheels: Rift Rally, a new mixed reality racing experience coming to the App Store for iOS, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 on March 14, 2023.

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  • Velan Studios and Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today announced Hot Wheels: Rift Rally, a new mixed reality racing experience coming to the App Store for iOS, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 on March 14, 2023.
  • Hot Wheels: Rift Rally combines the thrill of a AAA racing game with Velan’s patented RC mixed reality tech for a unique new Hot Wheels® experience that blends the real world with over-the-top digital environments.
  • “Our mission at Velan has always been to create breakthrough games that feel magical to players,” said Karthik Bala, CEO, Velan Studios.
  • Hot Wheels: Rift Rally will launch on the App Store for iOS and PlayStation Store on March 14, 2023.

Just Funky Named to Inc.'s 2022 Best in Business List for Second Time

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Just Funky , one of the top Licensed merchandise manufacturers, has been named to the Inc. 2022 Best in Business list in the General Excellence category.

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  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Just Funky , one of the top Licensed merchandise manufacturers, has been named to the Inc. 2022 Best in Business list in the General Excellence category.
  • Inc.'s Best in Business awards honor companies that have made an extraordinary impact and influence in their fields, communities, the environment, and on society as a whole.
  • "Just Funky is honored to be included in the Inc. Best in Business list," said Raj Arora , CEO, Just Funky.
  • Just Funky manufactured goods can be found at big-name retailers like Gamestop, Spencer's, Target, Hot Topic, and more.

RealManage Family of Brands Hires Lisa Keglovitz as Chief Human Resources Officer

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Monday, January 9, 2023

Plano, TX, Jan. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Plano, Texas - The RealManage Family of Brands is thrilled to announce the appointment of Lisa Keglovitz as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO).

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  • Plano, TX, Jan. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Plano, Texas - The RealManage Family of Brands is thrilled to announce the appointment of Lisa Keglovitz as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO).
  • Before being hired at RealManage, Lisa was the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at GameStop, reporting directly to the CEO.
  • RealManage Family of Brands CEO Chris O’Neill stated, “I am thrilled to be expanding our leadership team to include a Chief Human Resources Officer.
  • Please join us in welcoming Lisa Keglovitz to her new role as Chief Human Resources Officer at the RealManage Family of Brands.

America's Group Expands Executive Team, Names Paul J. Evans as Chief Operating Officer

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Monday, January 9, 2023

CARMEL, Ind., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- America's Group ("AAA" or the "Company"), including America's Auto Auction and AXLE Funding, leading nationwide vehicle auction/remarketing and floorplan finance companies, announced today that Paul Evans will take on the role of Chief Operating Officer.

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  • CARMEL, Ind., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- America's Group ("AAA" or the "Company"), including America's Auto Auction and AXLE Funding, leading nationwide vehicle auction/remarketing and floorplan finance companies, announced today that Paul Evans will take on the role of Chief Operating Officer.
  • Additionally, Paul has extensive experience in acquisitions, integrations, and debt and equity capital markets.
  • "As we continue to grow, we are focused on building our capabilities and our team," said Chuck Tapp, America's Group CEO.
  • "I am honored to join America's Group and am eager to forge new paths within this growing and evolving industry," said Mr. Evans.

Dow Jones Celebrates 2022 Achievements

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Thursday, December 29, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dow Jones & Company, a leading global provider of news and business information, today shared its most notable 2022 achievements, including market-moving journalism, acquisitions in emerging industries and customer-centric product offerings.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dow Jones & Company, a leading global provider of news and business information, today shared its most notable 2022 achievements, including market-moving journalism, acquisitions in emerging industries and customer-centric product offerings.
  • “In a year of unprecedented volatility, Dow Jones has risen to meet the moment,” said Dow Jones Chief Executive Officer and Publisher of The Wall Street Journal Almar Latour.
  • Highlights from Dow Jones’s substantial achievements in 2022 included:
    In depth coverage on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, including stories that illuminate the complexities of the war, from rifts between brothers to the Battle of Kyiv and so many others.
  • Dow Jones is particularly grateful for the journalistic teams delivering this critical news, often at great personal risk.

DataLend: 2022 Securities Lending Revenue Up 6.6% YoY to $9.89 Billion

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023

NEW YORK, Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The global securities finance industry generated $9.89 billion in revenue for lenders in 2022, according to DataLend, the market data service of fintech EquiLend. The figure represents a 6.6% increase from the $9.28 billion generated in 2021 and an almost 30% increase from the $7.66 billion generated in 2020. 

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  • The figure represents a 6.6% increase from the $9.28 billion generated in 2021 and an almost 30% increase from the $7.66 billion generated in 2020.
  • Global broker-to-broker activity, where broker-dealers lend and borrow securities from each other, totaled an additional $2.73 billion in revenue for 2022, a 3.1% decrease from 2021.
  • According to DataLend, the improvement in lender-to-broker revenue over 2021 was primarily driven by the strong performance of corporate debt in the lending markets, which saw a $317 million increase in total revenue.
  • In the equity lending market, North American securities outperformed other regions with an 11% increase in fees, helping to generate an additional $295 million in revenue compared to 2021.

New FINRA Foundation Research Examines Changing Investor Demographics, Preferences and Attitudes

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

These are just some of the findings contained in new research released today by the FINRA Investor Education Foundation (FINRA Foundation).

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  • These are just some of the findings contained in new research released today by the FINRA Investor Education Foundation (FINRA Foundation).
  • The study provides a deeper look at the changing demographics of investors and the evolving attitudes toward investments.
  • The findings are drawn from the Investor Survey component of the FINRA Foundations 2021 National Financial Capability Study (NFCS).
  • The FINRA Investor Education Foundation supports innovative research and educational projects that give underserved Americans the knowledge, skills and tools to make sound financial decisions throughout life.

Emma Tucker Named Next Editor-in-Chief of The Wall Street Journal and Dow Jones Newswires; Matt Murray Takes New Role at News Corp

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Monday, December 12, 2022

Emma Tucker has been named the next Editor-in-Chief of The Wall Street Journal and Dow Jones Newswires, succeeding Matt Murray, who will take on new projects in a senior role at News Corp, reporting to Chief Executive Robert Thomson.

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  • Emma Tucker has been named the next Editor-in-Chief of The Wall Street Journal and Dow Jones Newswires, succeeding Matt Murray, who will take on new projects in a senior role at News Corp, reporting to Chief Executive Robert Thomson.
  • Mr. Murray was named Editor-in-Chief of the Journal and Dow Jones Newswires in June 2018.
  • Her global vision and experience will be particularly important at a time of immense international opportunity for The Wall Street Journal.
  • The Journal and Dow Jones are poised to further extend their impact, reach and influence with Emma at the helm.

Australia NFT Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics Report 2022: A $3.45 Billion Market by 2028 - Beauty Brands are Launching NFT Collectibles to Build Deeper Relationships with Customers - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

According to the Q1 2022 Global NFT Market Survey, more than one in ten Australians hold some form of digital currency.

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  • According to the Q1 2022 Global NFT Market Survey, more than one in ten Australians hold some form of digital currency.
  • This growing popularity in the Australian cryptocurrency market has also propelled the growth of the Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) industry in 2021.
  • Notably, beauty brands in the country are using NFTs to build deeper relationships with customers, thereby driving their growth and revenue.
  • Australia NFT Market Size and Future Growth Dynamics by Key Performance Indicators, 2019-2028
    Australia NFT Market Size and Forecast by Key Assets, 2019-2028

New, Versatile One4all® Multi-Store Gift Card Hits the Shelves and Online for Holiday, Providing More Choice

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

Gift cards have been the most requested holiday gift for 16 years[1] and now shoppers can add the latest versatile gift card to their shopping carts: the One4all gift card.

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  • Gift cards have been the most requested holiday gift for 16 years[1] and now shoppers can add the latest versatile gift card to their shopping carts: the One4all gift card.
  • The One4all gift card makes finding the perfect gift easy because it offers increased flexibility for shoppers by offering over 100 retailers and restaurants where the card is accepted.
  • Participating merchants on the One4all gift card include GameStop, Ulta Beauty, Bath & Body Works, Lowes, Outback Steakhouse, Taco Bell and more.
  • The One4all gift card joins the robust, unique suite of multi-store gift card products available on Giftcards.com, including Giving Good Cards, Happy Cards, Choice Cards and Spafinder.