Ecosystem

UNCF Institute for Capacity Building Announces Recipients of 2023-2024 Faculty Research Mini-Grant Programs

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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ATLANTA, G.A., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF’s (United Negro College Fund) Institute for Capacity Building (ICB) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023-2024 Faculty Research Mini-Grant programs, sponsored by Kroger, Lightcast and Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property.

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  • ATLANTA, G.A., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF’s (United Negro College Fund) Institute for Capacity Building (ICB) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023-2024 Faculty Research Mini-Grant programs, sponsored by Kroger, Lightcast and Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property.
  • These mini-grant opportunities were presented at the UNCF UNITE 2023 conference, marking a significant step towards fostering faculty research, professional development and strategic partnerships.
  • This investment by Kroger/UNCF will support research and capacity building efforts to investigate its root causes and propose interventions.
  • If you are interested in sponsoring a faculty research mini-grant for the 2024-2025 program, go to UNCFunite.org .

SUGi Creates NYC’s First Miyawaki Method Pocket Forest in Collaboration with iDig2Learn, Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation and the Lenape Center on Roosevelt Island

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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This unique method of planting, known as the "Miyakwaki Method,"  creates dense, biodiverse forests that improve climate resilience and overall ecological sustainability in the areas where they are planted.

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  • This unique method of planting, known as the "Miyakwaki Method,"  creates dense, biodiverse forests that improve climate resilience and overall ecological sustainability in the areas where they are planted.
  • Community and collaboration — of plants and people — is crucial to resilience, healing, and growth; here, we couldn’t have asked for more,” stated Elise Van Middelem, Founder & CEO SUGi.
  • "We are excited to be a part of this pioneering project to mitigate flooding and enhance biodiversity," said Mary Cunneen, Acting-Chief Operating Officer for the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation.
  • Lenape Center supports projects to restore and regenerate the ecosystem of our territory," shared Executive Director and Co-Founder, Joe Baker.

WOO X sets record $1.29 million prize pool, lists $FLC to boost Flooring's NFT market innovation

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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In addition to listing $FLC, WOO X has announced a reward for $WOO stakers, offering them exclusive participation in the $FLC airdrop.

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  • In addition to listing $FLC, WOO X has announced a reward for $WOO stakers, offering them exclusive participation in the $FLC airdrop.
  • WOO X also introduces μToken Earn Vaults, making it the first platform to enable users to earn a yield on fractionalized NFTs.
  • In January, WOO X set a milestone by becoming the first centralized exchange to list FLC’s μTokens representing prominent NFT collections.
  • WIN a share of $1,29 million worth of $FLC, WOO X’s biggest prize pool to date
    With the introduction of the $FLC listing, WOO X presents eight engaging challenges, culminating in a substantial $1.2M prize pool , guarded by four blue-chip NFTs.

Graphjet Technology to Build New Agricultural Waste-to-Graphite Production Facility in Nevada

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Graphjet Technology (“Graphjet” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq:GTI), a leading developer of patented technologies to produce graphite and graphene directly from agricultural waste, today announced it plans to build a commercial artificial graphite production facility in Nevada. This plant is expected to be a first-of-its-kind in the United States.

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  • This level of production is expected to be able to support the production of enough batteries to power more 100,000 electric vehicles (EVs) per year.
  • This eliminates a conversion step in Graphjet’s production process, which would enable its Nevada facility to produce graphite more quickly.
  • Graphjet is aiming to commission and begin production at the new facility in 2026.
  • “We are laser focused on getting our commercial production online as quickly as possible and are in discussions with several players to secure offtake agreements for our planned Nevada facility.

Idol World - Redefines Legendary Audition Gaming With NFT Integration And $TOME Meme Coin

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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In response to the growing interest in meme coins, Idol World plans to introduce its primary currency, the $TOME meme coin.

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  • In response to the growing interest in meme coins, Idol World plans to introduce its primary currency, the $TOME meme coin.
  • In response to the rising interest in meme coins and to address these concerns, Idol World plans to introduce its own primary currency, the $TOME meme coin.
  • $TOME tends to be a good meme coin that supports good causes, focusing on leveraging an appealing gaming experience that everyone can enjoy", commented the founder of Idol World.
  • For further information about Idol World and $TOME, please visit idolworld.io or follow them on @IdolWorld_Dance
    Discover the future of gaming with Idol World and unlock endless possibilities.

Digital Ally Announces Multi-Year Agreement with the Kansas City Chiefs

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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Lenexa, Kansas, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digital Ally, Inc. (NASDAQ: DGLY) (the “Company”), a leading provider of video solutions which develops, manufactures, and markets advanced video recording products and other critical safety products for law enforcement, emergency management, fleet safety and event security, today announced the signing of a multi-year agreement with the Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs. The deployment includes 120 FirstVu PRO body cameras, two QuickVu 24-bay docking stations, as well as the utilization of Digital Ally’s EVO Web cloud platform.

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  • The deployment includes 120 FirstVu PRO body cameras, two QuickVu 24-bay docking stations, as well as the utilization of Digital Ally’s EVO Web cloud platform.
  • The continued partnership with Digital Ally underscores the commitment to employing cutting-edge technology to safeguard and enhance the safety and security of stadium staff and attendees during various events hosted at the facility.
  • As part of Digital Ally’s complete ecosystem of video solution products, the FirstVu PRO is compatible with the recently released QuickVu docking station.
  • Digital Ally’s QuickVu system provides a comprehensive and elegant solution for charging, reviewing and offloading video evidence to the cloud.

JAKKS Pacific Announces Partnership With Epic Story Media for Launch of Wild Manes

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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SANTA MONICA, Calif., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK), leading toy and consumer products manufacturer, announces a new partnership with Epic Story Media (Epic) to launch a robust content and licensing program around their new IP, Wild Manes.

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  • SANTA MONICA, Calif., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK), leading toy and consumer products manufacturer, announces a new partnership with Epic Story Media (Epic) to launch a robust content and licensing program around their new IP, Wild Manes.
  • Wild Manes is a whimsical world of horses, food, friends, flair and fun, galloping onto the scene in Summer 2024.
  • The short form series is developed and produced by Epic Story Media, animated with its 2D studio, Loomi Animation.
  • JAKKS Pacific is also thrilled to “let friends run wild” in an all-new Roblox game, currently being developed by Epic’s new game studio, Freeground.

World Orphan Drug Alliance Expands to Japan & South Korea and the African Subcontinent

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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Japan, South Korea, and the African subcontinent are now covered by the Alliance.

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  • Japan, South Korea, and the African subcontinent are now covered by the Alliance.
  • TOKYO and ZUG, Switzerland, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The World Orphan Drug Alliance (WODA), a global alliance of commercial distributors dedicated to providing access to treatments for rare diseases and specialty medicines in complex markets around the world, has expanded its reach to include Japan and South Korea, as well as the African subcontinent.
  • “Adding Nxera Pharma, formerly Sosei Heptares, in Japan and South Korea serves to round out our Asian offering.
  • People with rare or orphan diseases in Japan and South Korea deserve better access to effective, life-changing medicines.

Meet SHOKI ($SHOKI): BSC Blockchain's Newest Meme Sensation Stirring Up the Pond

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Sunday, April 7, 2024
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Toronto-Canada, April 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Move over, SHIBA and FLOKI, there's a new meme sensation in town, and its name is SHOKI ($SHOKI).

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  • Toronto-Canada, April 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Move over, SHIBA and FLOKI, there's a new meme sensation in town, and its name is SHOKI ($SHOKI).
  • Affectionately known as the Mighty Meme, SHOKI ($SHOKI) brings a fresh and vibrant vibe to the BSC ecosystem.
  • While many meme coins focus solely on speculation, SHOKI ($SHOKI) is flipping the script by forging alliances with other meme giants like SHIBA and FLOKI.
  • SHOKI ($SHOKI) isn't just another meme coin, SHOKI is on its way to build up its own DeFi utility ecosystem.

Insights into Crypto Investments: Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Furrever Token (FURR) Guide

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Sunday, April 7, 2024
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Following its meteoric rise to record highs exceeding $73,000 in March, Bitcoin has encountered a period of consolidation within a narrow trading range.

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  • Following its meteoric rise to record highs exceeding $73,000 in March, Bitcoin has encountered a period of consolidation within a narrow trading range.
  • The waning capital inflows into recently approved Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) further underscore a subdued sentiment prevailing in the crypto space.
  • Furrever Token (FURR) continues to captivate investors' attention and has emerged as a compelling investment opportunity in the volatile cryptocurrency market.
  • With its vibrant community, promising returns, and unique approach to cryptocurrency, Furrever Token stands out as a promising player in the ever-evolving crypto landscape.