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Curios to acquire Rocki, a Spin-Off of "Choon" from CryptoPunks Founders Matt Hall and John Watkinson

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Curios, a leading innovator in the blockchain, NFT and web3 space, and a champion for digital content creators and musicians, is thrilled to announce it has entered into an agreement to acquire Rocki, a spin off project of "Choon" which built by none other than Matt Hall and John Watkinson, the founders of CryptoPunks, alongside Gareth Emery and Bjorn Niclas.

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  • With this acquisition, Curios will gain access to Rocki's impressive technological infrastructure, and a treasure trove of musicians and creators.
  • With this acquisition, Curios will gain access to Rocki's impressive technological infrastructure, and a treasure trove of musicians and creators.
  • Curios CEO, Grant Powell shared his thoughts on the acquisition: "We are thrilled to welcome Rocki into the Curios family.
  • This merger marks a significant step towards Curios' goal of building an innovative digital content ecosystem that empowers creators and fans alike.

Music Streaming Market size to grow by USD 31.10 billion from 2022 - 2027 |The increasing preference for music streaming services to drive the market growth - Technavio

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Friday, November 24, 2023

Moderate growth is expected in the free music streaming market.

Key Points: 
  • Moderate growth is expected in the free music streaming market.
  • Music Streaming Market 2023 – 2027: Market dynamics
    Smart speakers from various manufacturers like Samsung, SONOS, Apple, Sony, and Xiaomi offer multi-room streaming capabilities and voice-controlled access to music libraries.
  • Features such as voice control, multi-room listening, and integration with music subscriptions like Apple Music signify the impact of smart speakers on the music streaming market.
  • The emergence of smart speakers is expected to be a key trend driving growth in the global music streaming market.

Dolby and Ed Sheeran celebrate the transformative experience of Dolby Atmos Music in new "Love More" global brand campaign

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Friday, November 17, 2023

LONDON AND SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB), a leader in immersive entertainment experiences, is teaming up with GRAMMY® winning singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran to kick off the start of its latest global brand campaign – "Love More in Dolby." In this first installment of the campaign, the global pop icon stars in a short concert vignette exploring his latest hit "Magical" from Autumn Variations, Sheeran's seventh studio album. Directed by GRAMMY nominated music video director and filmmaker Colin Tilley, the piece explores how Dolby Atmos unlocks artistic expression at its fullest creative capacity while visualizing how fans can "Love" Sheeran's music even more when experienced in Dolby.

Key Points: 
  • "When Dolby Atmos first came out, I remember going around a mate's house and trying it out and thinking 'this is amazing,'" said Ed Sheeran.
  • The site also features a behind-the-scenes interview where Sheeran discusses his first experience with Dolby Atmos, his approach to making music, and the creative direction behind this latest ballad.
  • Music in Dolby Atmos goes beyond the ordinary listening experience by immersing you in the song, revealing details with unparalleled clarity and depth.
  • Fans can enjoy "Magical," Autumn Variations, and other Sheeran favorites today in Dolby Atmos on Apple Music, Amazon Music, and TIDAL.

Dolby and Ed Sheeran celebrate the transformative experience of Dolby Atmos Music in new "Love More" global brand campaign

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Friday, November 17, 2023

LONDON AND SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB), a leader in immersive entertainment experiences, is teaming up with GRAMMY®-WINNING singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran to kick off the start of its latest global brand campaign – "Love More in Dolby." In this first instalment of the campaign, the global pop icon stars in a short concert vignette exploring his latest hit "Magical" from Autumn Variations, Sheeran's seventh studio album. Directed by GRAMMY®-nominated music video director and filmmaker Colin Tilley, the piece explores how Dolby Atmos unlocks artistic expression at its fullest creative capacity while visualizing how fans can "Love" Sheeran's music even more when experienced in Dolby.

Key Points: 
  • "When Dolby Atmos first came out, I remember going around a mate's house and trying it out and thinking 'this is amazing,'" said Ed Sheeran.
  • Adding to the celebration, Sheeran fans are invited to dive deeper into "Magical" through an exclusive Dolby Atmos powered digital fan destination where they can experience loving music more in Dolby firsthand.
  • Music in Dolby Atmos goes beyond the ordinary listening experience by immersing you in the song, revealing details with unparalleled clarity and depth.
  • Fans can enjoy "Magical," Autumn Variations, and other Sheeran favourites today in Dolby Atmos on Apple Music, Amazon Music, and TIDAL.

Ashley Williams and Nikki DeLoach Host Sixth Annual 'Dance Party To End ALZ' Benefiting the Alzheimer's Association

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Monday, November 13, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hallmark stars Ashley Williams and Nikki DeLoach hosted the sixth annual Dance Party to End ALZ on Sunday, November 12 at Nashville's Wildhorse Saloon, which raised more than $300,000 for the Alzheimer's Association research grant program. The event founded by Kimberly Williams-Paisley was emceed by Apple Music radio host Kelleigh Bannen.

Key Points: 
  • The event founded by Kimberly Williams-Paisley was emceed by Apple Music radio host Kelleigh Bannen.
  • Williams and DeLoach opened the evening with a surprise performance of "Party In the U.S.A." The dynamic duo welcomed guests and shared why co-hosting the event meant so much to them after both losing a parent to dementia.
  • Williams' mom, Linda, passed away with Alzheimer's in 2016, and DeLoach's dad, David, passed away with Pick's disease, a rare form of dementia, in 2021.
  • Accompanied by Wildhorse Saloon's house band Three Lane, performances included:
    Paul Freeman's rendition of "Mr. Brightside"
    "We are beyond grateful to the Nashville community, performers, generous sponsors and attendees near and far who joined us at the sixth annual Dance Party to End ALZ," said co-hosts Ashley Williams and Nikki DeLoach.

Christmas Comes Early This Year as Jennifer Saran Brings the Holidays Home - Again

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

(See the music video based on joyous images of Christmas memories here: https://tinyurl.com/yyj89hdc )

Key Points: 
  • (See the music video based on joyous images of Christmas memories here: https://tinyurl.com/yyj89hdc )
    Saran is an unapologetic holiday-a-holic who freely admits "Christmas is My Thang", and brings more than jingle-bells, ho-ho-ho, and faux-snow to the party.
  • So her new release "Christmas Without You" begins with the direct address: "Hello my love, / I miss you so."
  • As an international entrepreneur who aligns with global social justice issues, Saran is far from oblivious to the world's troubles.
  • That's why Saran admits that sometimes she listens to holiday music in the spring, summer, or whenever the spirit moves.

Leads Near Me and Musician Will Turpin of Collective Soul Debut Original ‘High Gear’ Song and Video as Nod to Auto Repair Shops

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

You can also find the song on Apple Music, Spotify and other music-streaming platforms.

Key Points: 
  • You can also find the song on Apple Music, Spotify and other music-streaming platforms.
  • “Shop owners and their skilled employees work hard every day to keep America moving,” said Ryan Burton, CEO of Leads Near Me, a digital marketing agency focused on helping auto repair shops grow their businesses.
  • “I’m a marketer at heart, here to help owners transform their auto repair shops into effective lead-generating, relationship-building businesses that keep customers coming back,” Burton said.
  • “Ryan understands marketing, and the idea to tip his hat to auto repair shops was intriguing.

Verizon and UNINTERRUPTED Unveil "Verizon Run The Playlist" Featuring the Music that Fuels NFL Teams

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Kicking off with the Tennessee Titans and Pittsburgh Steelers, “Verizon Run The Playlist” will feature Apple Music playlists curated by players from all 32 teams.

Key Points: 
  • Kicking off with the Tennessee Titans and Pittsburgh Steelers, “Verizon Run The Playlist” will feature Apple Music playlists curated by players from all 32 teams.
  • Available only on Apple Music, fans can anticipate new playlists through the rest of the regular NFL season across a wide range of genres.
  • “Verizon Run the Playlist” is a creative expression of the NFL player under the helmet,” said Jimmy Spencer, SVP and General Manager of UNINTERRUPTED.
  • In addition to Verizon Run the Playlist content, customers can access over 100 million songs and over 30,000 playlists, ad-free.

Apple MixC Wenzhou opens for customers this Saturday, November 4, in China

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Friday, November 3, 2023

Apple® today previewed Apple MixC Wenzhou, the company’s first store in this dynamic city and the fourth in China’s Zhejiang province.

Key Points: 
  • Apple® today previewed Apple MixC Wenzhou, the company’s first store in this dynamic city and the fourth in China’s Zhejiang province.
  • Led by Apple Creatives daily, free Today at Apple® programming at Apple MixC Wenzhou will range from foundational getting started sessions to engaging youth programming and workshops that explore photography, videography, and more.
  • The team at Apple MixC Wenzhou will welcome its first customers on Saturday, November 4, at 10 a.m. local time.
  • Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, Mac, iMac, MacBook Pro, Today at Apple, Apple Watch, Apple Watch Ultra, and Genius Bar are trademarks of Apple.

Apple unveils M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max, the most advanced chips for a personal computer

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Apple® today announced M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max, three chips featuring groundbreaking technologies that deliver dramatically increased performance and unleash new capabilities for Mac®.

Key Points: 
  • Apple® today announced M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max, three chips featuring groundbreaking technologies that deliver dramatically increased performance and unleash new capabilities for Mac®.
  • Together, M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max show how far Apple silicon for the Mac has come since the debut of the M1 family of chips.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231030824811/en/
    For the first time, Apple is introducing three chips at once: M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max, the most advanced chips ever built for a personal computer.
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