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The American Council of the Blind Announces the 2023 Audio Description Awards Gala Recipients

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Council of the Blind (ACB) announces the individuals and organizations honored at the 2023 Audio Description Awards Gala held November 14.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Council of the Blind (ACB) announces the individuals and organizations honored at the 2023 Audio Description Awards Gala held November 14.
  • Created in 2021 to recognize achievement in audio description in entertainment and educational media, the Awards Gala featured celebrity guests, film clips, and multiple award categories.
  • The Awards Gala was broadcast with captions and audio description and in Spanish.
  • The English AD was written by Joel Snyder (Audio Description Associates, LLC) and voiced by Ren Leach.

Global music mogul Simon Cowell backs new streaming platform launched to champion millions of content creators

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Monday, October 23, 2023

The global video streaming market size is expected to reach USD 416.84 billion by 2030[3].

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  • The global video streaming market size is expected to reach USD 416.84 billion by 2030[3].
  • Lounges.tv provides a faster new way for content creators to monetise their content online, ensuring content creators get to keep 80% of all their streaming income, and are paid within 24 hours of going live.
  • The platform offers a sanctuary for content creators - including musicians, comedians and fitness trainers - that rises above the noise, ensuring exceptional talent receives the recognition it deserves.
  • Simon Cowell, Lounges.tv shareholder, ambassador and media personality, comments: "I am proud to be involved with and to support Lounges.tv.

Mark Thompson Named Chairman and CEO of CNN Worldwide

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- News industry leader Mark Thompson has been appointed to the role of Chairman and CEO of CNN Worldwide. Thompson will report to David Zaslav, chief executive officer, Warner Bros. Discovery, and the appointment will be effective on October 9.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- News industry leader Mark Thompson has been appointed to the role of Chairman and CEO of CNN Worldwide.
  • "Mark is a true innovator who has transformed for the digital age two of the world's most respected news organizations.
  • Globally, people across the world can watch CNN International, which is widely distributed in over 200 countries and territories.
  • CNN Digital is the #1 online news destination, with more unique visitors than any other news source.

Streaming Video Technology Alliance Welcomes 2023 Honorees to the SVTA Fellow Program

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

“SVTA’s Fellow Program acknowledges the achievements and groundbreaking innovations of distinguished leaders within the streaming video industry who have contributed significantly to its ongoing advancement and evolution,” said Jason Thibeault, Executive Director at the Streaming Video Technology Alliance.

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  • “SVTA’s Fellow Program acknowledges the achievements and groundbreaking innovations of distinguished leaders within the streaming video industry who have contributed significantly to its ongoing advancement and evolution,” said Jason Thibeault, Executive Director at the Streaming Video Technology Alliance.
  • “This year, we are thrilled to welcome new fellows Ali Begen, Anthony Rose, Jean-Baptiste Kempf, and Christopher Kulbakas, whose distinct and noteworthy contributions have positively impacted the streaming video industry or the work of the SVTA.”
    The Streaming Video Technology Alliance’s Fellow Program is a lifetime recognition of streaming video leaders who have made significant contributions to the streaming industry and SVTA efforts.
  • This year’s Technical Fellow joins Sanjay Mishra of Verizon and Brian Stevenson, Founder of OpenVU and Streaming Video Technology Alliance Subject Matter Expert.
  • The Streaming Video Technology Alliance will hold its first SEGMENTS:2023 event on May 16, 2023, from 8am to 6:30pm ET in New Orleans.

Kaspersky launches new VPN to amplify speed and convenience

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Woburn, MA, Oct. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today Kaspersky unveiled a new version of Kaspersky VPN Secure Connection , which introduces a dramatic 200% boost in VPN tunnel performance, compared to 2020.

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  • Woburn, MA, Oct. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today Kaspersky unveiled a new version of Kaspersky VPN Secure Connection , which introduces a dramatic 200% boost in VPN tunnel performance, compared to 2020.
  • Alongside the performance increase, the updated Kaspersky VPN Secure Connections split tunnelling feature allows users to select exactly what traffic goes through the VPN.
  • The geography of servers within Kaspersky VPN Secure Connection has also been greatly increased, now offering 86 locations across 68 regions.
  • The VPN also sees new features and better UX to ensure speed, privacy and high performance across all home devices.

Wimbledon (The Championships) Business Analysis Report 2022: Property Profile, Media Landscape, Sponsorship Portfolio, Broadcasters, Prize Money, Attendance and Ticketing - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

The "Wimbledon (The Championships), 2022 - Property Profile, Sponsorship and Media Landscape" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Wimbledon (The Championships), 2022 - Property Profile, Sponsorship and Media Landscape" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • An analysis of the recent Wimbledon 2022, including a look at the competitions Sponsorship Portfolio, Broadcasters, Prize Money and Attendance and Ticketing.
  • Tickets prices for the two-week long Championships started at around $9 and reached upwards of $288 for a single ticket.
  • This report provides an overview of the event including its Sponsorship Portfolio, Broadcasters, Prize Money and Attendance and Ticketing of the event.

COCOMELON LIVE! JJ'S JOURNEY HITS THE ROAD FOR A MASSIVE 65+ CITY NORTH AMERICAN TOUR INSPIRED BY COCOMELON, THE #1 MOST WATCHED ENTERTAINMENT BRAND ON YOUTUBE

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022

NEW YORK, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CoComelon Live! JJ's Journey is ready to hit the road! Today Michael Cohl's powerhouse production company EMC Presents and Moonbug Entertainment announced the next leg of a massive 65+ city, North American tour kicking off in Baltimore, MD on September 16. The first set of dates will include Ft. Lauderdale (9/20), Atlanta (9/24), Memphis (9/26), Austin (10/2), San Diego (10/8), Los Angeles (10/9) and Las Vegas (10/10) with more dates to be announced (current schedule below). Tickets and VIP packages go on sale Friday, July 29. For complete tour, ticket, and official VIP package information please go to CoComelonLive.com.

Key Points: 
  • Today Michael Cohl's powerhouse production company EMC Presents and Moonbug Entertainment announced the next leg of a massive 65+ city, North American tour kicking off in Baltimore, MD on September 16.
  • Inspired by CoComelon, the #1 most watched entertainment brand on YouTube, fans and press have been raving about the first leg of the tour, saying "The visuals and choreography were nothing short of amazing!"
  • As the #1 most-watched entertainment brand on YouTube, CoComelon generates billions of monthly views and has over 139 million subscribers.
  • The North American tour is presented in association with Premier Productions and S2BN Entertainment.

Spin Master Entertainment Doctors Up a Fresh Spin on Preschool with New Animated Series "Vida the Vet"™

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Thursday, June 23, 2022

"Spin Master Entertainment has deep experience creating award-winning content and engaging stories for preschoolers that are infused with a sense of play," said Jennifer Dodge, Spin Master's President of Entertainment.

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  • "Spin Master Entertainment has deep experience creating award-winning content and engaging stories for preschoolers that are infused with a sense of play," said Jennifer Dodge, Spin Master's President of Entertainment.
  • Spin Master Entertainment is orchestrating a strategic global franchise roll-out and will lead consumer products cross-category licensing worldwide, starting with toys in 2024.
  • Vida the Vet complements Spin Master Entertainment's overall content pipeline of multiplatform entertainment all created with children in mind.
  • Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) is a leading global children's entertainment company, creating exceptional play experiences through its three creative centres: Toys, Entertainment and Digital Games.

PREMIUM BABY BRAND RASCAL + FRIENDS PARTNERS WITH MOONBUG ENTERTAINMENT FOR SPECIAL EDITION COCOMELON DIAPER LINE

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

LOS ANGELES, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rascal + Friends announces a special licensing and merchandising agreement with Moonbug Entertainment Ltd., featuring a new premium CoComelon branded diaper and training pants line available across ten different markets. The deal is confirmed for four years, with the product set to hit shelves starting June 2022. The new CoComelon line will be available in major retailers like Walmart, Tesco, Coles, Lazada, and Foodstuffs.

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  • The new CoComelon line will be available in major retailers like Walmart, Tesco, Coles, Lazada, and Foodstuffs.
  • Rascal + Friends premium diapers and training pants are made to move in and power through the night with 12-hour leak protection, with feather-soft materials and a high stretchy waistband.
  • "Rascal + Friends was the brainchild of a mom who wanted to provide other parents with a diaper that did it all - was affordable, safe on skin and performed exceptionally.
  • Moonbug Entertainment is an award-winning global entertainment company behind some of the most popular kids' titles in the world.

Falcon's Beyond Partners with Moonbug Entertainment to Expand CoComelon and Blippi Brands into Immersive Entertainment

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Beyond each portal, guests begin a self-guided journey of exploration, interaction, and learning with beloved characters and enriching environments.

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  • Beyond each portal, guests begin a self-guided journey of exploration, interaction, and learning with beloved characters and enriching environments.
  • Also in development is exclusive co-branded merchandise featuring CoComelon and Blippi, and the Curiosity Playground brand.
  • CoComelon and Blippijoin other previously announced children's brands to be featured at Curiosity Playground, including several iconic shows that air on PBS KIDS.
  • Moonbug Entertainment is an award-winning global entertainment company behind some of the most popular kids' titles in the world.