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Sun Theory Expands Retail Presence through Acquisition of Five Denver-area Terrapin Care Station Locations

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Sun, Sound, Growth, Acquisition, Rec Room, Sun Language Theory, The Rec Room

The acquisition expands Sun Theory’s retail presence to Colorado’s Front Range, adding five stores to the company’s growing retail profile across the state.

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  • The acquisition expands Sun Theory’s retail presence to Colorado’s Front Range, adding five stores to the company’s growing retail profile across the state.
  • The five Terrapin Care Station locations will continue to operate under the current Terrapin brand as the transition is implemented.
  • When you consider these criteria, Terrapin Care Station is an ideal fit,” Oman said.
  • Terrapin plans to expand operations in Pennsylvania within the year by opening dispensary locations and adding to its brand portfolio.

Rush Street Interactive Appoints Brian Sapp as Chief Marketing Officer

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Growth, Sport, Digital, Electronic publishing, Acquisition, Rec Room, Senior, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, Creativity, CMO, RSI, Marketing, WB

CHICAGO, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rush Street Interactive, Inc. (NYSE: RSI) (“RSI”), a leading online casino and sports betting company in the United States and the rest of the Americas, today announced the appointment of Brian Sapp to the newly-created role of Chief Marketing Officer.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rush Street Interactive, Inc. (NYSE: RSI) (“RSI”), a leading online casino and sports betting company in the United States and the rest of the Americas, today announced the appointment of Brian Sapp to the newly-created role of Chief Marketing Officer.
  • Upon his appointment, Brian expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "I am thrilled to join Rush Street Interactive at a time when the company has such strong momentum.
  • Brian's appointment underscores Rush Street Interactive's commitment to innovation and strategic growth in the rapidly evolving online gaming landscape.
  • His extensive experience and proven leadership will undoubtedly propel Rush Street Interactive to new heights of success as new markets come online and existing markets continue to mature.

Developers Can Create 3D Environments & Worlds in Seconds in Unity Through Blockade Labs

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
Architecture, Weather, AI, Education, API, 3D, Digital, Rec Room, Oculus Quest, Developer, Lighting, Steve Mason (musician), HDRI, Skybox, Partnership, Medical device

DENVER, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Blockade Labs, an award-winning ML and AI innovator focused on developing smart environments and world creation solutions, has officially announced the integration of its Skybox AI into the Unity Asset Store as a Unity Verified Solutions Partner. Now Unity developers can, with just a simple input of user-guide text, harness the power of Skybox AI to create immersive 3D worlds and environments at scale. Skybox AI creators can rapidly prototype, iterate, and integrate stunning HDRI lighting, skyboxes, and 3D world meshes into diverse projects spanning gaming, entertainment, architecture, content creation, education, and beyond.

Key Points: 
  • Now Unity developers can, with just a simple input of user-guide text, harness the power of Skybox AI to create immersive 3D worlds and environments at scale.
  • Unity developers will join a notable legion of Skybox AI creators including Rec Room for Fractura, Pillow, Inc. on their Pillow title for the Meta Quest, and Nvidia.
  • "Our mission is to empower creators to transform their imaginations into digital realities through immersive design," said Marguerite deCourcell, CEO and co-founder of Blockade Labs.
  • "Our partnership with Unity allows us to offer a simple solution with limitless possibilities as these environments can now be seamlessly integrated into Unity projects."

Seattle-based Startup Statsig Takes Over San Francisco, Painting the Town Blue, Green, and Creating a Data-driven Scene

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Monday, January 29, 2024
Professional Services, Digital Marketing, Communications, Apps, Applications, Technology, Start-Up, Software, Brex, Figma, Research, Heart, Univision, Multimedia, Culture, Microsoft, Rec Room, Pacific Northwest, Risk, What-not, Big Tech, CPO, OfferUp, Fintech, Headspace, Logic, Growth, Video game

With its advanced feature flagging tools, automated A/B testing, and integrated product analytics, Statsig is democratizing access to world-class product development tools.

Key Points: 
  • With its advanced feature flagging tools, automated A/B testing, and integrated product analytics, Statsig is democratizing access to world-class product development tools.
  • With its latest brand takeover in the heart of San Francisco, Statsig is hard to miss—and it’s a company that shouldn’t be.
  • With customers like Atlassian, Notion, OfferUp, WhatNot, and over 3,000 self-service customers, Statsig helps tech companies of all sizes build a culture of experimentation.
  • Statsig democratizes experimentation, an essential aspect of reducing development risk, and previously only accessible to big tech companies.

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Unveils The Domino’s Village

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Yoga, Exercise, Travel, Housing, Food, Life, Clinic, Survival, NCI-designated Cancer Center, ALSAC, Cancer, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Dining room, National Cancer Institute (Egypt), Medicine, Research, Skyway, Rec Room, National Cancer Institute, Patient, Chapel, North Third Street Historic District (Louisiana, Missouri), Child, Triage, Sickle cell disease, Assessment, Meditation, Hospital, Bhandara (community kitchen), Family, Social media, Amusement park, Nursing, Jude the Apostle

The Domino’s Village has 140 furnished units, including one-bedroom suites and two- and three-bedroom apartments and is connected to the St. Jude campus by a pedestrian bridge.

Key Points: 
  • The Domino’s Village has 140 furnished units, including one-bedroom suites and two- and three-bedroom apartments and is connected to the St. Jude campus by a pedestrian bridge.
  • The Domino’s Village is one of four housing facilities available to St. Jude patients and the first to accommodate short- and long-term stays.
  • St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and cures childhood cancer, sickle cell disease, and other life-threatening disorders.
  • To learn more, visit stjude.org , read the St. Jude Progress blog, and follow St. Jude on social media at @stjuderesearch .

Bumbling Burglars, Family Chaos and Extra-Tall Elves: Canadians' Must-Watch Holiday Movies are Home Alone, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation and Elf

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Amusement, The Rec Room, Water, Magic, Player One, Puss in Boots, Content, Entertainment, Rec Room, Cineplex Entertainment, Film, TSX, Player One Amusement Group, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Online shopping, Cineplex

This holiday season, movie lovers can look forward to a fantastic lineup of films at their local theatre.

Key Points: 
  • This holiday season, movie lovers can look forward to a fantastic lineup of films at their local theatre.
  • Those who want to cozy up with a cup of cocoa and catch a festive flick at home can also find a selection of holiday classics on the Cineplex Store .
  • The Cineplex Holiday Gift Bundle is the perfect gift for movie buffs.
  • Providing even more value for its guests, Cineplex is a joint venture partner in Scene+, Canada's largest entertainment loyalty program.

Cineplex Opens Its First Junxion Location: An Innovative Entertainment Concept That Brings Movies, Amusement Gaming, Dining, and Live Performances Together for the Ultimate Guest Experience

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
Amusement, The Rec Room, Water, Drink, Player One, Content, Entertainment, Rec Room, Cineplex Entertainment, TSX, Player One Amusement Group, Kildonan Place, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Cineplex, Sierra Wireless, Mississauga

"We have a legacy of bringing new and innovative entertainment options to Canadians of all ages and the Junxion concept is a perfect example of that.

Key Points: 
  • "We have a legacy of bringing new and innovative entertainment options to Canadians of all ages and the Junxion concept is a perfect example of that.
  • "With the best films, a wide selection of amusement games, great food, and live local entertainment, the Junxion combines all that Cineplex does best under one roof.
  • Cineplex Junxion Kildonan also boasts a 4,100 square foot gaming area with over 50 amusement games, a party room, and a live entertainment space.
  • Cineplex Junxion Kildonanis the first Junxion location in Canada, with additional locations to follow, including Cineplex Junxion Erin Mills (Mississauga, ON), slated to open in summer 2023.

Cineplex Celebrates its Induction into Hall of Fame for Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures

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Thursday, November 24, 2022
Ontario Sports Hall of Fame, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Soundscape Digital Technology, Marketing, Content, Entertainment, HR, Data Analytics Acceleration Library, Rec Room, TSX, The Rec Room, Culture, Cineplex Entertainment, Player One, Growth, Amusement, Organization, Sharpening stone, Learning, Management, Player One Amusement Group, Cineplex

TORONTO, Nov. 24, 2022 /CNW/ - (TSX: CGX) Cineplex, a leading entertainment and media company, proudly announces its induction to Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 24, 2022 /CNW/ - (TSX: CGX) Cineplex, a leading entertainment and media company, proudly announces its induction to Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital.
  • With three previous honours to its name, today's recognition solidifies Cineplex's position as a Hall of Fame inductee.
  • Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures winning organizations were selected based on detailed submissions and a rigorous interview process.
  • Proudly recognized as having one of the country's Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Cineplex employs over 10,000 people in its offices and venues across Canada and the United States.

REMINDER - SEASON OF GIVING KICKS OFF THIS SATURDAY WITH FREE MOVIES FOR ALL AS CINEPLEX'S COMMUNITY DAY RETURNS TO THEATRES ACROSS THE COUNTRY

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
Candy, Showtime, TSX, Community, City, The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run, Social media, Boys & Girls Clubs of Canada, Club, Volunteering, Cineplex, SpongeBob SquarePants, Mental health, Content, Community day school, Legend, Player One Amusement Group, Lost city, Favored Nations (nonprofit), Cineplex Entertainment, FREE, Entertainment, The Rec Room, Paw Paw, Amusement, Child, Rec Room, Player One, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Fury

Participating Cineplex theatres across Canada will open their doors for Community Day at 9:00 a.m. (local time), with tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Key Points: 
  • Participating Cineplex theatres across Canada will open their doors for Community Day at 9:00 a.m. (local time), with tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Showtimes will begin at 9:30 a.m. (local time) and locations will return to regular programming in the afternoon.
  • Films will be screened in English and French, depending upon the market, and guests are encouraged to visit Cineplex.com/CommunityDay for a list of participating theatres.
  • Cineplex (TSX:CGX) is a top-tier Canadian brand that operates in the Film Entertainment and Content, Amusement and Leisure, and Media sectors.

Omdia: 12.5m consumer VR headsets will be sold in 2022, with $1.6bn being spent on VR content

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
Ecosystem, Face, VR, VR2, Consumer, Organization, Apple, PS5, Research, Meta, Extended reality, Rec Room, VRChat, Sony, PlayStation, Video game console, Quest

In the face of macroeconomic challenges, the market continues to expand, with 12.5 million headsets expected to be sold in 2022, and $1.6bn spent on VR content.

Key Points: 
  • In the face of macroeconomic challenges, the market continues to expand, with 12.5 million headsets expected to be sold in 2022, and $1.6bn spent on VR content.
  • With 20 million cumulative Meta Quest headset sales projected by the end of 2022, Quest is the biggest VR ecosystem in the world and the leading VR content platform.
  • "Having surmounted core hardware issues, VR is faced with the much bigger challenge of content.
  • Games are the main reason people buy VR headsets, generating nearly 90% of VR content revenue today.