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Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment’s Crackle Premieres Big-Budget Disaster Movie ‘Skyfire’ Exclusively for Free on August 1st

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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COS COB, Conn., July 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: CSSE), one of the largest operators of streaming advertising-supported video-on-demand (AVOD) networks, today announced that both subtitled and dubbed versions of the big-budget disaster film Skyfire will be exclusively available for free on Crackle beginning Sunday, August 1st.

Key Points: 
  • Produced by Meridian Entertainment, Skyfire is Chinas first large-scale disaster movie and debuted in December 2019.
  • In Skyfire, chaos erupts when the once dormant volcano at the world's only volcano theme park and resort starts to rumble.
  • Skyfire is distributed in North America by Screen Media, a Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. company and the supplier of exclusive and original content to Crackle Plus.
  • 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.

Business Network for Offshore Wind's Ventus Awards Now Open for Nominations

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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Recharge is proud to support this inaugural event with every expectation that it will immediately become a fixture in the industry calendar.

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  • Recharge is proud to support this inaugural event with every expectation that it will immediately become a fixture in the industry calendar.
  • Winners will be honored at the Ventus Awards Gala, a black-tie event taking place in Washington D.C. on November 18 at the Schuyler Hotel.
  • The Business Networks Ventus Awards Gala celebrates the leaders and innovators that inspire the offshore wind energy industry as well as identifies the next generation of leaders that will propel the industry forward, added Burdock.
  • For more information or to arrange an interview with the Network, contact Melinda Skea at [email protected] or 202-709-9793.

Ares SSG Closes Third Secured Lending Fund at $1.6 Billion

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Friday, July 30, 2021
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Ares SSG, a leading Asia-Pacific alternative asset manager, today announced the final close of its third Secured Lending Opportunities Fund III (SLO III or the Fund), achieving capital commitments of more than $1.6 billion, which Ares believes is the largest pan-Asian secured lending fund to date.

Key Points: 
  • Ares SSG, a leading Asia-Pacific alternative asset manager, today announced the final close of its third Secured Lending Opportunities Fund III (SLO III or the Fund), achieving capital commitments of more than $1.6 billion, which Ares believes is the largest pan-Asian secured lending fund to date.
  • The final fund size represents an approximately 100% increase compared to the predecessor fund, Secured Lending Opportunities Fund II, which closed in 2017 at just over $800 million.
  • Ares SSG has already started investing SLO III and approximately 27% of the funds have been deployed to date.
  • Ares SSG aims to leverage its substantial network of relationships and direct lending experience and expertise to proactively unlock value in many businesses across Asia.

Optimus Ride Selected by the Department of Energy to Deploy One of the Largest Autonomous Shuttle Fleets in the U.S. at Clemson University

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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The DOE funds will enable Optimus Ride to bring its convenient, cost effective, and sustainable autonomous mobility services to Clemson University students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Key Points: 
  • The DOE funds will enable Optimus Ride to bring its convenient, cost effective, and sustainable autonomous mobility services to Clemson University students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
  • The project presents a unique opportunity for data collection, research, and development to further advance autonomous vehicle technology and adoption.
  • Optimus Ride is an autonomous shuttle company on a mission to drive the future of transportation.
  • To learn more about how Optimus Ride is bringing the promise and benefits of autonomous, electric shuttles to the real world, visit www.optimusride.com .

Ares Capital Corporation Prices Public Offering

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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Ares Capital Corporation (Nasdaq: ARCC) announced that it has priced a public offering of 12,500,000 shares of its common stock.

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  • Ares Capital Corporation (Nasdaq: ARCC) announced that it has priced a public offering of 12,500,000 shares of its common stock.
  • Ares Capital expects to use the net proceeds of this offering to repay certain outstanding indebtedness under its credit facilities.
  • Ares Capital believes its loans and other investments in these companies can generate attractive levels of current income and potential capital appreciation for investors.
  • Ares Capital is externally managed by a subsidiary of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES), a publicly traded, leading global alternative investment manager.

Ares Management Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2021 Results

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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Ares Management Corporation (NYSE:ARES) today reported its financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2021.

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  • Ares Management Corporation (NYSE:ARES) today reported its financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2021.
  • GAAP net income attributable to Ares Management Corporation was $141.6 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2021.
  • On a basic basis, net income attributable to Ares Management Corporation per share of Class A and non-voting common stock was $0.70 for the quarter ended June 30, 2021.
  • Ares will host a conference call on July 29, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) to discuss second quarter results.

Polaris Takes “Work Hard, Play Hard” to the Next Level with All-New RANGER SP 570 Lineup

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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The RANGER SP 570 is available in both two-seat and CREW models and offered in two trims.

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  • The RANGER SP 570 is available in both two-seat and CREW models and offered in two trims.
  • The RANGER SP 570 NorthStar Edition was designed for riders who want maximum comfort and capability in a mid-size package.
  • With the launch of the RANGER SP 570, comes the introduction of Polaris Pro Shield cab components to the lineup.
  • More information about the all-new RANGER SP 570, the full 2022 RANGER lineup and Polaris Engineered Accessories can be found at Polaris.com/RANGER .

National Vision Holdings, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2021 Earnings Release and Conference Call

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYE) (National Vision or the Company) will report its second quarter 2021 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, August 12, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYE) (National Vision or the Company) will report its second quarter 2021 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, August 12, 2021.
  • The Company will host a conference call to discuss these results on Thursday, August 12, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • Participants interested in accessing the live call can dial 866-754-6931 from the U.S. or 636-812-6625 from international locations.
  • National Vision Holdings, Inc. is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States with over 1,200 stores in 44 states plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.

Cantina Creative Delivers High-Tech Time Travel 3D Graphics for Marvel Studio's "Loki"

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Friday, July 30, 2021
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"Loki'' features the God of Mischief in a new Marvel Studios Disney+ series.

Key Points: 
  • "Loki'' features the God of Mischief in a new Marvel Studios Disney+ series.
  • "Herron had a specific visual aesthetic in mind for 'Loki'," says Stephen Lawes, Cantina Creative co-owner and creative director.
  • "Cantina enjoys a longtime creative collaboration with Marvel providing VFX problem solving skills for numerous big-screen titles," states Sean Cushing, Cantina Creative co-owner and executive producer.
  • Cantina Creative is a Los Angeles-based design and visual effects studio of bold creators launched in 2010 by Stephen Lawes, creative director, and Sean Cushing, executive producer.

Machine Vision Camera Market 2021-2025: Industry Analysis, Market Trends, Growth, Opportunities, and Forecast|Technavio

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current market scenario, the latest trends and drivers, and the overall market environment.

Key Points: 
  • The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current market scenario, the latest trends and drivers, and the overall market environment.
  • The machine vision camera market is driven by the increasing adoption of machine vision systems for medical and life science research.
  • In addition, the increased demand for vision-guided robots in APAC is anticipated to boost the growth of the Machine Vision Camera Market.
  • Hence, the growing adoption of vision systems in medical and life science research will boost the demand for the machine vision camera market during the forecast period.