Contour

Fintech Platform Xalts to Build "Plaid for Trade" as It Acquires Contour Network from a Consortium of Global Banks

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Contour Network connects global banks to global businesses. Xalts will launch an application ecosystem for embedded trade finance solutions on top of Contour's rails.

Key Points: 
  • Contour started in 2017 as a pilot by eight global banks with a focus to digitize trade.
  • Currently, over 22 banks and 100+ global businesses use Contour for digital trade finance solutions.
  • These will enable banks, logistics companies and technology companies to offer integrated solutions to businesses, using a single platform.
  • Many global and regional banks have been making a push for deeper integrations with their clients and global platforms.

SCIENTIFIC GAMES' NEWEST OMNICHANNEL GAMING SYSTEM TO POWER RETAIL AND DIGITAL SALES FOR NATIONAL LOTTERY OF DENMARK

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

ATLANTA, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Games' new omnichannel SYMPHONY gaming system will power lottery retail and digital sales for Danske Spil, the National Lottery of Denmark. The flexible architecture of the company's latest omnichannel system is built to support future game entertainment channels, including third-party content and platforms. Currently, two lotteries are already powered by the SYMPHONY system with another four scheduled soon to convert to the new technology through new contracts or contract extensions.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Games ' new omnichannel SYMPHONY gaming system will power lottery retail and digital sales for Danske Spil , the National Lottery of Denmark.
  • Scientific Games' new omnichannel SYMPHONY system to power retail and digital sales for National Lottery of Denmark.
  • "The modern, new SYMPHONY gaming system will support Danske Spil delivery of innovative and entertaining lottery gaming to our customers and help us drive performance."
  • "Always innovative, Danske Spil has taken a huge step toward the future by selecting Scientific Games' new SYMPHONY gaming system technology.

SCIENTIFIC GAMES' NEWEST OMNICHANNEL GAMING SYSTEM TO POWER RETAIL AND DIGITAL SALES FOR NATIONAL LOTTERY OF DENMARK

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 6, 2024

ATLANTA, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Games' new omnichannel SYMPHONY gaming system will power lottery retail and digital sales for Danske Spil, the National Lottery of Denmark. The flexible architecture of the company's latest omnichannel system is built to support future game entertainment channels, including third-party content and platforms. Currently, two lotteries are already powered by the SYMPHONY system with another four scheduled soon to convert to the new technology through new contracts or contract extensions.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Games ' new omnichannel SYMPHONY gaming system will power lottery retail and digital sales for Danske Spil , the National Lottery of Denmark.
  • "The modern, new SYMPHONY gaming system will support Danske Spil delivery of innovative and entertaining lottery gaming to our customers and help us drive performance."
  • "Always innovative, Danske Spil has taken a huge step toward the future by selecting Scientific Games' new SYMPHONY gaming system technology.
  • Scientific Games provides retail and digital games, technology, analytics and services to 130 lotteries in 50 countries around the globe.

Getty Images Signs Esteemed Entertainment Contributor Eric Charbonneau

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Getty Images, (NYSE: GETY), a preeminent global visual content creator and marketplace, today announced an exclusive partnership with leading entertainment photographer, Eric Charbonneau.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Getty Images, (NYSE: GETY), a preeminent global visual content creator and marketplace, today announced an exclusive partnership with leading entertainment photographer, Eric Charbonneau.
  • Tapping into his vast network within the entertainment, studio and film industries, Charbonneau is a renowned entertainment photographer based in Los Angeles, specializing in commissioned work.
  • His extensive archive will be available for license on Getty Images, including his collection of portraiture via Contour .
  • “Eric brings a wealth of experience to the Getty Images team and will help us continue to increase our differentiated content and unparalleled access at the world’s leading entertainment events,” said Getty Images VP of Global Entertainment Kirstin Benson.

Alaris Equity Partners Income Trust Releases 2023 Third Quarter Results

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

CALGARY, Alberta, Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alaris Equity Partners Income Trust (together, as applicable, with its subsidiaries, “Alaris” or the “Trust”) is pleased to announce its results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023. The results are prepared in accordance with International Accounting Standard 34. All amounts below are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted.

Key Points: 
  • For the three months ended September 30, 2023, revenue per unit increased by 9.5% compared to the same period in 2022.
  • The majority of the common Distributions relate to a US$5.9 million common dividend declared by Fleet Advantage, LLC ("Fleet").
  • The Trust deployed approximately $130.1 million in the nine months ended September 30, 2023, consistent with Alaris’ acquisition of investments in its condensed consolidated interim statement of cash flows.
  • Alaris expects total revenue from its Partners in Q4 2023 of approximately $39.9 million.

Atria's Sorrento Pacific Financial Announces Strategic Alliance with Bank of Hawai'i's Bankoh Investment Services, Inc.

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

SAN DIEGO and HONOLULU, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sorrento Pacific Financial, LLC (SPF), a subsidiary of Atria Wealth Solutions, Inc. (Atria), and Bankoh Investment Services, Inc. (BISI), the broker-dealer subsidiary of Bank of Hawai'i, announced today that they have entered into a multi-year secondary clearing arrangement.

Key Points: 
  • Through this strategic partnership, BISI will maintain control of their broker-dealer and brand while gaining access to an enhanced operating platform.
  • BISI financial professionals will also be equipped with Unio™, a proprietary platform that seamlessly integrates the entire wealth management ecosystem.
  • Unio™ streamlines various processes and tasks from account opening to financial planning into one unified user experience, minimizing administrative functions and maximizing the time financial professionals can spend on their client relationships.
  • Eugene Elias, Jr., Atria's COO and a Founding Partner, added, "The environment we work in is only becoming more complex.

P3 Technologies Secures $10 Million Investment and Expands Footprint in Miami with Acquisition of Pet Pharmacy

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

This infusion of capital will empower P3 Technologies to accelerate its mission of reshaping the pet healthcare landscape with technology-driven solutions and comprehensive pet care services tailored to the local market and beyond.

Key Points: 
  • This infusion of capital will empower P3 Technologies to accelerate its mission of reshaping the pet healthcare landscape with technology-driven solutions and comprehensive pet care services tailored to the local market and beyond.
  • In addition to the investment, P3 Technologies has acquired Heartland Veterinary Pharmacy and VetApproved Pharmacy, two well-established pet pharmacies strategically aligned with P3T's pet-first values.
  • P3 Technologies is a forward-thinking technology solutions provider committed to revolutionizing the pet health industry through innovative technology, patient-centric pet care, and strategic acquisitions.
  • By integrating cutting-edge technology with personalized services, P3 Technologies is redefining the way pet parents, pet insurers, and veterinarians access and receive medical care.

Brandless Announces Two New Management Team Leaders: Tiffany Vail and Jeff Lind

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

SILICON SLOPES, Utah, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Brandless, the "better-for-you" consumer products platform, announced the appointment of Tiffany Vail as the new Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") and as a Director to support the Company's continued strategy and execution. Vail replaces Cydni Tetro who has moved to Vice-Chair of the Board. Jeff Lind was named Chief Operating Officer ("COO") to oversee improvements in operations and drive profitability. Matt Durham remains as President.

Key Points: 
  • Jeff Lind was named Chief Operating Officer ("COO") to oversee improvements in operations and drive profitability.
  • Brandless named Tiffany Vail as the new Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") and as a Director to support the Company's continued strategy and execution.
  • Jeff Lind was named Chief Operating Officer ("COO") to oversee improvements in operations and drive profitability.
  • "Clarke Capital remains a strategic partner for Brandless," said Vail, the new CEO of Brandless.

Tarkett launches 2 new collections on its premium Contour® LVT

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

SOLON, Ohio, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tarkett, a global leader in innovative and sustainable flooring solutions, is refreshing its high-performing, premium Contour LVT offerings with two new design collections: Collaborative and Mindful Maker.

Key Points: 
  • SOLON, Ohio, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tarkett, a global leader in innovative and sustainable flooring solutions, is refreshing its high-performing, premium Contour LVT offerings with two new design collections: Collaborative and Mindful Maker.
  • In addition to LVT, the collection features corresponding soft-surface options that will be available to the market late October.
  • Both new collections are available exclusively on Tarkett's premium Contour LVT, featuring top-of-the-line durability and protection.
  • To learn more about the new collections and Tarkett's Contour LVT, visit commercial.tarkett.com/contour .

Motown / Soul Legends unite, 10 Years Later, for new album benefiting Detroit Public Schools

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

DETROIT, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Drew Schultz entered the music industry at the age of 19 performing with legendary Motown group the Four Tops and has worked on stage, in the studio, and behind the scenes with countless iconic soul artists and institutions including Universal/Motown Records, The Motown Museum, The Temptations, Aretha Franklin, Maurice White of Earth Wind & Fire, Martha Reeves, The Dramatics, Stevie Wonder, The Miracles, The Contours, and Harold Melvin's Blue Notes, among others. In 2012 he released his debut album, "Back To Class." The record consisted of 16 songs written by Schultz featuring performances by many of his Motown / Soul Music heroes. Schultz now continues the project with the release of Back To Class Vol. 2, a 20-song follow up album featuring the Four Tops, Vulfpeck collaborator Antwaun Stanley, Wayne Kramer of MC5, members of The Funk Brothers, Joe "Pep" Harris of Undisputed Truth, and many more. 50% of the profits from the project, released through the Skill Soul Music LLC label, go towards the music programs of the Detroit Public School System. 

Key Points: 
  • 2 - now available - twenty original soul music songs featuring icons including the Four Tops, members of The Funk Brothers, Vulfpeck collaborator Antwaun Stanley, Wayne Kramer of MC5, and more.
  • 50% of profits benefit the music programs of the Detroit Public Schools.
  • The record consisted of 16 songs written by Schultz featuring performances by many of his Motown / Soul Music heroes.
  • 50% of the profits from the project, released through the Skill Soul Music LLC label, go towards the music programs of the Detroit Public School System.