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Virtual Society Foundation Launches to Create a Decentralized Open Metaverse Network

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

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The foundation's mission aligns closely with the vision of Improbable and MSquared, aiming to realize an open, community-driven network of metaverses.

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The foundation's mission aligns closely with the vision of Improbable and MSquared, aiming to realize an open, community-driven network of metaverses.
Envisioning a future where a vibrant creator economy flourishes, the Virtual Society Foundation is building toward an open and interconnected metaverse ecosystem where the creator economy can thrive.
In pursuit of its mission, the Foundation is committed to:
Researching and developing blockchain technology and protocols conducive to an open, interoperable network of metaverses.
Morpheus has facilitated high-density social interactions in virtual spaces and helps major brands create deeply immersive and interactive metaverse experiences.

Joseph Chang, A Co-CEO Nominee of Kakao Entertainment Selected for 'Billboard 2024 Power 100 List'

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

Joseph Chang ranked 17 on the multi-sector category of the 'Billboard 2024 Power 100 List' released by Billboard on the 31st (PST).

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Joseph Chang ranked 17 on the multi-sector category of the 'Billboard 2024 Power 100 List' released by Billboard on the 31st (PST).
The Billboard 2024 Power 100 list involves the annual selection of figures who have significant influence in the global music industry by each category such as labels and multi-sectors.
The achievement signifies the performance and influence of the newly appointed CEO in the global entertainment landscape.
Billboard has noted that Chang, the co-CEO nominee, is actively promoting the exchange of K-content within the global entertainment industry, creating new growth momentum for K-pop in the global market.

Alliance Entertainment’s AMPED Distribution Helps Power New Album Launch of K-Pop Band ATEEZ

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

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With an impressive 96% of its total in physical sales, ATEEZ's success is fueled by their dedicated fanbase, emphasizing the power of physical album sales, especially with a unique combination of CD and vinyl formats.

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With an impressive 96% of its total in physical sales, ATEEZ's success is fueled by their dedicated fanbase, emphasizing the power of physical album sales, especially with a unique combination of CD and vinyl formats.
AMPED contributed by distributing ATEEZ's physical albums to key chain and select big box stores.
Notably, AMPED organized an indie record store promotion for K-pop, showcasing the expanding reach and influence of the genre.
“The album also stands out as one of the few K-Pop releases featuring a simultaneous CD and Vinyl launch.

Alliance Entertainment Reports First Quarter Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results

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Friday, November 10, 2023

PLANTATION, Fla., Nov. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: AENT) (“Alliance Entertainment”, “Company”), a distributor and wholesaler of the world’s largest in stock selection of music, movies, video games, electronics, arcades, toys and collectibles, has reported its financial and operational results for the fiscal first quarter ended September 30, 2023.

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PLANTATION, Fla., Nov. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: AENT) (“Alliance Entertainment”, “Company”), a distributor and wholesaler of the world’s largest in stock selection of music, movies, video games, electronics, arcades, toys and collectibles, has reported its financial and operational results for the fiscal first quarter ended September 30, 2023.
Bruce Ogilvie, Chairman of Alliance Entertainment, commented, “The first quarter of fiscal 2024 was marked by continued progress securing new partnerships, diversifying our products offerings, and investing in our operations and proprietary technology with a shift toward larger scale automation.
Jeff Walker, Chief Executive Officer of Alliance Entertainment, added, “The first quarter saw improving stabilization in our business segments during the quarter, with support tracking from higher average selling prices and decreased operating expenses.
Gross profit margin for the fiscal first quarter ended September 30, 2023 was 12%, up from 11% in the same period of 2022.

tripleS to Make Southeast Asian Debut At Philippine Blockchain Week

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Monday, September 18, 2023

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MANILA, Sept 18, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - K-Pop mania will reach new heights in Manila when four members of tripleS stage their first-ever Southeast Asian performance on September 21!

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MANILA, Sept 18, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - K-Pop mania will reach new heights in Manila when four members of tripleS stage their first-ever Southeast Asian performance on September 21!
The group will be performing multiple hits from tripleS' previous albums: "ACCESS", "ASSEMBLE", "AESTHETIC", as well as LOVElution's newest release, "ↀ".
YooYeon, SooMin, NaKyoung, and YeonJi are also the members of EVOLution, introduced in April 2023 as tripleS' fourth official sub-unit.
", "Defy", and "Boomerang", G22 consists of Alfea, Bianca, Jaz, and AJ, who will bring their signature sounds and killer dance moves to Philippine Blockchain Week.

KOCOWA Brings New K-Pop Reality Show from SM STUDIO “welcome to NCT Universe” Exclusively to the Americas

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221116006023/en/

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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221116006023/en/
welcome to NCT Universe key art (Graphic: Business Wire)
welcome to NCT Universe is a 10-episode reality show that debuts globally on November 16.
A reality show, the welcome to NCT Universe story unfolds when SMROOKIES receive a mysterious invitation that opens the door to a special NEO CITY tour.
In addition to being the premier destination for many K-Pop stars, KOCOWA will be exclusively adding SM C&C-produced library titles and new shows with SM Entertainment artists in the upcoming months.
KOCOWA provides a robust lineup of over 20,000 hours of Korean Dramas, Reality, and K-Pop content in multi-languages on its direct platform.

Dokoverse NFT Minting is Set to Launch in November

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

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Seoul, South Korea, Nov. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dokoverse , the world's first K-pop Sing2Earn Project, is excited to announce that its NFT minting will kick off soon.

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Seoul, South Korea, Nov. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dokoverse , the world's first K-pop Sing2Earn Project, is excited to announce that its NFT minting will kick off soon.
The Dokoverse project is a story-driven, global K-Pop NFT project that aims to create a framework for exemplifying how a globalized project should look and feel.
"I think that a Kpop singer will be born among our NFT holders," says YongJi KIM, Co-Founder and Project Leader of Dokoverse.
Dokoverse is also making a live-action K Drama short, Enter the Dokoverse, which will visualize the project's storyline.See the first trailer, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1DUmzaKJYM

BURBERRY PARTNERS WITH GEN.G TO CHAMPION WOMEN AND INCLUSIVITY WITHIN GAMING

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022

LOS ANGELES, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Burberry and global esports organization, Gen.G, announce the launch of a four-part educational content series to champion women and the importance of inclusivity within gaming as part of Gen.G's "NetWORK: Inspire" program.

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LOS ANGELES, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Burberry and global esports organization, Gen.G, announce the launch of a four-part educational content series to champion women and the importance of inclusivity within gaming as part of Gen.G's "NetWORK: Inspire" program.
Hosted by entrepreneur and content creator, Emily Ghoul, the series features women in gaming, content creators and influencers from across the industry, alongside members of the Burberry team.
Each episode features an open discussion about the common challenges facing women within gaming, including toxic online environments, stereotyping and underrepresentation.
According to a Global Gaming Gender Balance Scorecard released by Forbes in 2020, almost half of all gamers are women, however the vast majority of executive positions in the gaming industry are held by men.

Korean Cultural Center New York presents K-Indie Music Night: Jannabi and byebyesea in partnership with Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

NEW YORK, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Korean Cultural Center New York (KCCNY), a branch of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Korea, is proud to present K-Indie Music Night as a part of Lincoln Center's Summer for the City, featuring an evening featuring the best of the thriving Korean independent music scene Jannabi (잔나비) and byebyesea (안녕바다) on Wednesday, July 27th, at 7:30 pm at Damrosch Park in New York City.

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This show spotlights two of the genre's best bands: Jannabi, who specialize in lyrically wistful, vintage-pop artistry and the more new wave-inspired, three-piece modern rock collective byebyesea.
The show embodies the slogan"KORUS' Chorus, Culture consolidates alliance" highlighting the meaningful history of cultural exchange between the two countries.
K-Indie Music Night is presented by Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and the Korean Cultural Center New York, the Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange, and the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Korea.
Jannabi has relentlessly pursued the 'universality of pop music' beyond the "hip" trend, by relying on its classical method of composition.

Kiswe Names Glenn Booth CEO to Lead Next Phase of Growth

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Friday, May 20, 2022

NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J., May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kiswe, the interactive video company, is pleased to announce that Glenn Booth has been selected as the company's next chief executive officer (CEO) effective May 19, 2022. Booth succeeds Mike Schabel who continues as President.

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NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J., May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kiswe , the interactive video company, is pleased to announce that Glenn Booth has been selected as the company's next chief executive officer (CEO) effective May 19, 2022.
Kiswe has seen tremendous growth notably over the last few years as demand for music and sports live-streaming and virtual production skyrocketed.
Booth previously served as the Chief Operating Officer at Kiswe for the past five years.
I absolutely believe he is the right person to take our company into its next phase of growth and innovation.