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URBAN-X by MINI Announces Newest Cohort of Startups Pioneering Climate Solutions

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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URBAN-X , the technology startup platform by MINI, announced its fourteenth cohort of startups committed to tackling today’s pressing climate issues.

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  • URBAN-X , the technology startup platform by MINI, announced its fourteenth cohort of startups committed to tackling today’s pressing climate issues.
  • URBAN-X and MINI are committed to future-proofing cities against climate change by championing solutions that bring tangible, positive impact to everyone.
  • “I’m excited for the team to engage with this next cohort of promising, innovate startups.
  • “We recognize true potential within this cohort to drive significant strides towards a more resilient and sustainable future.

Monozukuri Ventures Launches "Deep Tech Forum" and Brings It to Three North American Cities in January 2024 and Japan in March 2024

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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KYOTO, Japan and NEW YORK, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Monozukuri Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on hardware and deep tech startups, today announced the launch of the Deep Tech Forum, where the world's leading deep tech startup ecosystem of founders, startups, investors and supporting communities will come together to address the barriers to growth and success.

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  • "Accelerators and VC support alone are not enough for deep tech startups.
  • The Deep Tech Forum in Kyoto is scheduled to be held on March 7th and 8th, 2024.
  • "Accelerators and VC support alone are not enough for deep tech startups, especially those spun out of universities.
  • The BDC Deep Tech Venture Fund is Canada's largest VC fund ($200 million) dedicated to deep tech.

CECOCECO Introduces ArtMorph: Innovative Textured Luminous Wall Panel Combining Lighting and Display Technology

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CECOCECO, an innovator in the lighting and display industry, today announced ArtMorph, a luminous wall panel that harmoniously combines advanced lighting and display technology with captivating textures. ArtMorph is designed to seamlessly integrate into diverse environments including, retail, cultural and public spaces, restaurants, hotels, offices, and more, providing a perfect synergy of aesthetics and functionality.

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  • Ideal for Hotel and Building Lobbies, Art Galleries, Restaurants, Retail Locations and Other Public Spaces
    LOS ANGELES, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CECOCECO, an innovator in the lighting and display industry, today announced ArtMorph, a luminous wall panel that harmoniously combines advanced lighting and display technology with captivating textures.
  • Designed to redefine aesthetics in various settings, ArtMorph promises to illuminate environments, taking the visual experience to an unparalleled level.
  • Effortlessly adaptable and infinitely customizable, the luminous wall panels blend seamlessly into any environment, offering a truly bespoke experience.
  • Stunning Video Display: High-resolution LED boasting 25,600 pixels per sqm or 2,378 pixels per sqft, ensuring immaculate clarity and vibrancy.

Newlab’s Inaugural New Climate Futures Event Convened More than 1,000 Attendees to Advance Real-World Outcomes for Local and Global Climate Goals

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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Newlab , a platform for deep tech startups, recently hosted its inaugural Climate Week event, New Climate Futures , at its Brooklyn Navy Yard flagship location.

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  • Newlab , a platform for deep tech startups, recently hosted its inaugural Climate Week event, New Climate Futures , at its Brooklyn Navy Yard flagship location.
  • By convening startups, industry leaders, corporate entities, and policymakers, Newlab facilitated connections and critical knowledge sharing for building and scaling climate solutions.
  • Attendees from organizations like Breakthrough Energy Ventures, The Nature Conservancy, The U.S. Department of Energy, Amazon, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and more were present to push solutions forward.
  • Newlab will be hosting New Climate Futures again in 2024 during Climate Week.

Kings County Distillery Enters Maryland, Delaware, and D.C. with Lanterna Distributors

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kings County Distillery is excited to announce the expansion of its distribution footprint to Maryland, Delaware, and Washington, D.C. with a partnership with Lanterna Distributors.

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  • BROOKLYN, N.Y., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kings County Distillery is excited to announce the expansion of its distribution footprint to Maryland, Delaware, and Washington, D.C. with a partnership with Lanterna Distributors.
  • With this arrangement, Kings County is now available to retailers, bars, and restaurants throughout the mid-Atlantic, making Kings County's Award-winning whiskeys accessible in 30 states.
  • "Lanterna Distributors is honored to partner with Kings County Distillery in the Mid Atlantic," said Portfolio Manager Jack Wells.
  • KINGS COUNTY DISTILLERY is New York City's oldest, largest, and premier whiskey distillery.

NEW YORK CITY REGIONAL CENTER ANNOUNCES I-829 PETITION APPROVALS IN ITS STEINER BROOKLYN NAVY YARD REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT III

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York City Regional Center ("NYCRC") is pleased to announce the first I-829 petition approvals issued to EB-5 investors participating in its Steiner Brooklyn Navy Yard Redevelopment Project III offering ("Project").

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York City Regional Center ("NYCRC") is pleased to announce the first I-829 petition approvals issued to EB-5 investors participating in its Steiner Brooklyn Navy Yard Redevelopment Project III offering ("Project").
  • The Project included the next phase of redevelopment at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, New York City's largest industrial park.
  • The redevelopment helped transform this section of the Navy Yard into a new commercial and industrial center that is critical to both the Navy Yard and those communities adjacent to the industrial park.
  • The Project included construction of the first Wegmans supermarket in New York City as well as light industrial space leased to the Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation.

Accelerators and Startups convene for the Inaugural AcceleratorCON at Brooklyn Navy Yard

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mark your calendars for the upcoming blockbuster event that is set to reshape the very landscape of accelerators, startup programs, and industry giants - AcceleratorCON! The highly anticipated conference is scheduled to make its grand debut on September 29th, 2023 at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, promising an electrifying convergence of trailblazers, investors, and entrepreneurs from across the globe. This transformative event stands as a beacon of networking, collaboration, and knowledge exchange.

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  • On September 29, 2023, the inaugural AcceleratorCON conference takes place at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, in New York City.
  • BROOKLYN, N.Y., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mark your calendars for the upcoming blockbuster event that is set to reshape the very landscape of accelerators, startup programs, and industry giants - AcceleratorCON!
  • With nearly 3200 accelerators in the US alone, accelerators are the heartbeat of startup growth, and the resounding call of AcceleratorCON is to honor their pivotal role while addressing the shared challenges faced by both accelerators and startups.
  • Set against the vibrant backdrop of the Brooklyn Navy Yard, nestled in the heart of Brooklyn, AcceleratorCON promises an unmissable experience.

URBAN-X by MINI in Partnership with JVP Launches New Cohort of Urban Innovators Building Critical Climate Technologies

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- URBAN-X, the leading urban technology startup platform by MINI, today announced its thirteenth cohort of early-stage startups dedicated to advancing climate technology solutions. Run in collaboration with leading venture capital firm JVP, this new cohort represents a number of startups from across the country. Selected from a pool of over 160 applicants, the six startups are working on solutions in real estate development, mobility, and energy & carbon management to create more interconnected cities that improve quality of life for all.

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  • Run in collaboration with leading venture capital firm JVP , this new cohort represents a number of startups from across the country.
  • The launch of this cohort coincides with the end of a record-breaking summer, where extreme heat waves, wildfires, and floods have underscored the urgent need to reshape our climate trajectory.
  • Recognizing the significance of this challenge, URBAN-X is committed to fostering more sustainable, livable, and resilient cities by nurturing startups that offer impactful solutions.
  • "MINI is committed to driving positive change in urban environments, and we see no better way forward than through the work of the emerging startups URBAN-X is supporting."

BLACK WOMEN TALK TECH PRESENTS THE 7TH ANNUAL 'ROADMAP TO BILLIONS' CONFERENCE

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Women Talk Tech is excited to host its 7th Annual Roadmap to Billions conference, taking place May 18-20th, 2023 at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in Brooklyn, New York.

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  • NEW YORK, May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Women Talk Tech is excited to host its 7th Annual Roadmap to Billions conference, taking place May 18-20th, 2023 at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in Brooklyn, New York.
  • Black Women Talk Tech is a collective of Black women tech founders supporting Black women to build the next billion-dollar business.
  • "We're excited to amplify the stories of black female and non-binary tech founders and their allies.
  • "At Brooklyn Navy Yard, we believe events like the Roadmap to Billions Conference are critical to driving positive change in the tech industry.

Media, Public Invited to Meet Solvers in NASA Space Food Challenge

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Friday, May 12, 2023
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WASHINGTON, May 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA will announce the second phase winners of its Deep Space Food Challenge, a global competition to help develop innovative food systems for future spacefarers on long-term exploration missions, on Friday, May 19.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA will announce the second phase winners of its Deep Space Food Challenge, a global competition to help develop innovative food systems for future spacefarers on long-term exploration missions, on Friday, May 19.
  • Media and the public are invited to join the teams to learn more about their technologies during multiple events.
  • The Deep Space Food Challenge calls solvers around the world to invent new ways of producing food for future astronauts traveling farther from Earth than ever before.
  • The Deep Space Food Challenge is part of NASA's Prizes, Challenges, and Crowdsourcing program in the agency's Space Technology Mission Directorate.