EARTH

ATLAS: EARTH DEPLOYS SHIELD TO PROTECT METAVERSE FROM CHEATERS

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cheaters beware: the world's top virtual real estate metaverse ATLAS: EARTH is leveraging global risk intelligence company SHIELD's AI-powered Device Intelligence technology to proactively identify and expel fraudulent users from its platform.

Key Points: 
  • Establishing fair play and transparency for all will build user trust around the long-term sustainability of the metaverse platform.
  • "SHIELD's Device Intelligence, the first fraud prevention Unity plugin, is a gamechanger for the industry," said ATLAS: EARTH CEO Sami Khan.
  • "By leveraging this cutting-edge technology, we can confidently ban cheaters without affecting legitimate users, building user trust in the ample opportunities that the metaverse offers."
  • "Taking a zero-tolerance approach to cheating and fraud will be critical for the long-term success of metaverse platforms," said SHIELD CEO Justin Lie.

ATLAS: EARTH BETS HYPER-CASUAL GAMING IS HERE TO STAY WITH DEBUT OF NEW MINI-GAME

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, leading virtual real estate app ATLAS: EARTH released Atlas: Racer, its first in-app mini-game. Atlas: Racer is an interactive PvP game that matches players in real-time to race souped-up sports cars. Select winners will receive Atlas Bucks, the app's in-game currency, which can be used to purchase virtual land.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, leading virtual real estate app ATLAS: EARTH released Atlas: Racer, its first in-app mini-game.
  • Select winners will receive Atlas Bucks, the app's in-game currency, which can be used to purchase virtual land.
  • "Hyper-casual gaming isn't dead," said ATLAS: EARTH CEO Sami Khan.
  • Hyper-casual games are considered to be the widest and most accessible form of gaming.

UGG CELEBRATES EARTH DAY BY AFFIRMING ITS INVESTMENT IN THE PLANET

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Saturday, April 22, 2023

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., April 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To align with the 2023 Earth Day theme 'Invest in our Planet,' Southern California-based global lifestyle brand UGG® (a division of Deckers Brands [NYSE: DECK]) is sharing how they've given back to the planet – and the challenges still ahead. While tangible strides have been made, and an emphasis on transparency and accountability remains steadfast, UGG® understands there is much more to be done.

Key Points: 
  • That's one of the reasons UGG® launched UGGrenew , a repair program in collaboration with shoe repair firm NuShoe.
  • The program is an important part of the brand's plan to help extend the lifecycle of its products.
  • UGG® is committed to restoring one million acres of farmland through regenerative farming practices by 2025 – and UGG® has already restored 310,000 acres in two years.
  • To commemorate this year's Earth Day, UGG® is proud to introduce the newest addition to the sustainable product offering, the UGG® Sugarcloud Slide .

NEW PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN ATLAS: EARTH AND NATIONAL FOOD CHAINS DRIVES IRL TRANSACTIONS THROUGH VIRTUAL GAME

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ATLAS: EARTH, the popular virtual real estate game, today announced new partnerships with national food chains Zoup! and Barberitos, enabling players to earn rewards when they order their favorite meals. By linking select credit cards to the ATLAS: EARTH app, consumers will now receive in-game currency for every dollar spent at the restaurants, which can be used to buy virtual properties in the ATLAS metaverse. Other brands already signed up for the Atlas Merchant Platform (AMP) have seen player visits increase by as much as 15 percent and average order values increase by 10 percent.

Key Points: 
  • and Barberitos can now earn virtual currency for real-world purchases through the ATLAS: EARTH app
    AUSTIN, Texas, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ATLAS: EARTH , the popular virtual real estate game, today announced new partnerships with national food chains Zoup!
  • By linking select credit cards to the ATLAS: EARTH app, consumers will now receive in-game currency for every dollar spent at the restaurants, which can be used to buy virtual properties in the ATLAS metaverse.
  • New partnerships between ATLAS: EARTH and national food chains enable players to earn rewards when they order meals.
  • and Barberitos join other major US retailers, who are already using the platform to drive thousands of transactions each week.

NISSIN FOODS USA POWERS HEADQUARTERS WITH RENEWABLE ENERGY INVESTMENTS

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

GARDENA, Calif., April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nissin Foods USA, the creator of Top Ramen® and Cup Noodles®, demonstrates its commitment to preserve the environment and address climate change with the installation of solar panels and EV charging stations at the company's USA headquarters in Gardena, California. These are the latest sustainability investments implemented by Nissin Foods as part of its EARTH FOOD CHALLENGE 2030, designed to reduce its overall environmental impact with a pledge to minimize CO2 emissions by 30% by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • Nissin Foods established the EARTH FOOD CHALLENGE 2030 in 2020 as a long-term environmental strategy to effectively utilize resources in activities aimed at realizing a sustainable society.
  • As part of the strategy, the company has undertaken a range of efforts as part of a new "Manufacture with Green Energy'' initiative to supplement the electricity used in Nissin Foods manufacturing process with renewable energy ultimately lowering environmental impact.
  • "The implementation of renewable energy solutions at our headquarters represents our progress toward achieving Nissin Foods' environmental targets and commitment to procuring 100% renewable electricity for business activities," said Michael Price, President and CEO, Nissin Foods USA.
  • The solar power solutions at the Gardena Headquarters is one of many green initiatives Nissin Foods plans to unveil in the coming years to lower its environmental impact.

AVOCADO GREEN GOES ALL IN WITH HUGE EARTH MONTH SALE

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

LOS ANGELES, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Avocado Green is celebrating Earth Month with huge savings and an essential goal. The makers of certified organic and eco-luxury products are offering up to $880 off mattresses, and through their commitment to 1% For the Planet, Avocado will donate 1% of all revenue throughout the sale to SolarBuddy, an organization that fights energy poverty.

Key Points: 
  • Certified B Corp Best for the World™ company celebrates Earth Month with a massive sale that fights energy poverty.
  • LOS ANGELES, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Avocado Green is celebrating Earth Month with huge savings and an essential goal.
  • "Everyone deserves reliable, safe energy," says Jessica  Hann, Avocado Senior Vice President of Brand Marketing and Sustainability.
  • "We're proud to partner with SolarBuddy to shine a light on energy poverty and direct Earth Month sales to their vital mission."

NISSIN FOODS USA REPORTS DOUBLE-DIGIT GROWTH, DOMINATING INSTANT RAMEN CATEGORY

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

The continued strong growth has allowed Nissin Foods to solidify its position as a US market leader in the instant ramen category, reporting a 32% YoY jump in overall category growth.

Key Points: 
  • The continued strong growth has allowed Nissin Foods to solidify its position as a US market leader in the instant ramen category, reporting a 32% YoY jump in overall category growth.
  • Creator of instant ramen, Nissin Foods solidifies its position in the U.S. market with notable gains in 2022.
  • "Nissin Foods has seen monumental growth over the past five years, significantly outpacing the category.
  • To date, Nissin Foods holds an impressive 40% share of the premium instant ramen category, firming its hold as the U.S market leader.

Global Tourism Forum is Ready for Its Sustainability Summit "GTF Earth" on March 30

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Bulut Bağcı, President of World Tourism Forum said:

Key Points: 
  • Bulut Bağcı, President of World Tourism Forum said:
    Global Tourism Forum Earth Summit 2023 conveys a clear message for this event - "Travel - Protect - Respect for a greener earth through the tourism supply chain".
  • This summit serves as a platform for all stakeholders to come together and share their successful sustainable practices for tourism development.
  • We urge you to take action toward sustainable tourism practices, as we believe that now is the time to act.
  • It will bring the tourism industry and tech developers together and build a platform to shape integration of tourism to digital technologies such as blockchain.

NEW EPISODE OF EARTH WITH JOHN HOLDEN AIRS MARCH/APRIL 2023

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

EARTH with John Holden is also available on the streaming platforms Vimeo, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Google TV, and YouTube.

Key Points: 
  • EARTH with John Holden is also available on the streaming platforms Vimeo, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Google TV, and YouTube.
  • EARTH with John Holden remains at the forefront of the latest ideas that shape how audiences interact with television.
  • StarMedia Productions, creator of EARTH with John Holden, remains at the forefront of the latest trends, technology and ideas that shape the way audiences interact with television - in entertaining and educational ways.
  • Our shows lead viewers towards a promising future fueled by effective, powerful communications between consumers, business leaders, and stakeholders.

ITVS Veteran Tamara Gould Named Chief Content Officer For Public Media Group of Southern California, Parent Organization of PBS SoCal, KCET and Link TV

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Public Media Group of Southern California (PMGSC), the parent company of PBS SoCal, KCET and Link TV, today named Tamara Gould as Chief Content Officer (CCO) reporting directly to President/CEO Andrew Russell. In this role, Gould will lead a dynamic, creative and nationally recognized team of content producers across multiple platforms to amplify the voices and stories of the extraordinary communities within and beyond Southern California. She will serve as the strategic leader and visionary in the development, production and distribution of the organization's linear and digital content that includes existing award-winning, locally-produced series ARTBOUND, LOST LA, and EARTH FOCUS, as well as educational productions like FAMILY MATH.

Key Points: 
  • Gould Brings Experience as Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker, Media Executive and Strategic Partnership Builder to Southern California's Flagship PBS Stations
    LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Public Media Group of Southern California (PMGSC), the parent company of PBS SoCal, KCET and Link TV, today named Tamara Gould as Chief Content Officer (CCO) reporting directly to President/CEO Andrew Russell.
  • "Tamara Gould is an extraordinary talent and she brings a wealth of production experience and deep ties to public media.
  • Tamara Gould has held numerous positions at ITVS during her 18-year tenure, including most recently Head of Co-Productions and Strategic Partnerships.
  • "I am thrilled to be joining the Public Media Group of Southern California, a tremendous hub of talent and creativity producing critical content for the Southern California community and beyond," said Gould.