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Women in the Digital Economy Fund: USAID, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and Partners Launch WiDEF

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
CARE, Microsoft, Development, Digital inclusion, Bill, Woman, Health, Education, USAID, Society, Internet, Research, Policy, Literacy, United, Private sector, International development, Digital technology, Digital divide, GSMA, Korea International Cooperation Agency, Toy

We need a future in which women are empowered to participate as equal citizens in our increasingly digital world.

Key Points: 
  • We need a future in which women are empowered to participate as equal citizens in our increasingly digital world.
  • "I'm proud of our support for the Women in the Digital Economy Fund.
  • Overcoming the gender digital divide is crucial to unlock the potential of women in the digital era.
  • "Launching WiDEF is indeed a special moment, one that reflects real commitment and determination to address the stubborn gender digital divide and open the possibilities for women in the digital economy.

Grom Social Enterprises Announces May Release of Newly Designed COPPA-Compliant Grom Social App Featuring Enhanced Safety Measures for Parents and New Interface Brimming with Fun Just for Kids!

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Online, Comment, Environment, Caregiver, Parent, Child, Knowledge, Social media, Clothing, Sale, Social, BOCA, Grom, Imagination, Safety, DCL, COPPA, IOS, Android, Toy

The new Grom app will debut in iOS beginning in early May, with the updated interface for Android users slated to premiere at a later date.

Key Points: 
  • The new Grom app will debut in iOS beginning in early May, with the updated interface for Android users slated to premiere at a later date.
  • The updated Grom Social app comes with a brand-new look, feel, and experience with all the safety integrations today’s kids deserve and need.
  • Existing users and their parents will migrate from the current experience to immediately enjoy Grom’s exciting new environment and interface.
  • When it comes to safety, Grom incorporates the latest advancements in online safety measures, ensuring compliance with COPPA regulations and providing parents with enhanced control and monitoring features.

South Africa's Toy and Game Market: Eco-Friendly Products and Digital Gaming Propel Industry Forward - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Electronic Games, Retail, Entertainment, Toys, Free Lives, Developed country, Growth, Population growth, Video, Hasbro, Toy

With the exception of handmade toys that are locally manufactured, the industry is dominated by imported plastic products, mainly from China.

Key Points: 
  • With the exception of handmade toys that are locally manufactured, the industry is dominated by imported plastic products, mainly from China.
  • Declining disposable income is putting pressure on retail sales, although toy and game revenue continues to increase steadily.
  • Although overall toy sales have declined, digital gaming growth remains strong.
  • Changing consumer preferences and the rapid growth of digital gaming devices can limit demand for traditional toys.

A Story of Defiance… Comcast’s Black Experience on Xfinity Announces Premiere of Powerful Documentary Bad River Written, Directed and Produced by Award-Winning Filmmaker Mary Mazzio and Executive-Produced by NBA Hall of Famer Grant Hill

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Monday, April 1, 2024
African American, Other Entertainment, TV and Radio, Music, VoIP, Mobile, Wireless, Entertainment, Other Technology, Telecommunications, Software, Networks, Internet, Hardware, Electronic Design Automation, Data Management, Consumer Electronics, Technology, General Entertainment, Celebrity, Semiconductor, Security, Satellite, Photography, Nanotechnology, Audio, Video, Online, Consumer, Flex, Culture, Grammy Awards, BEX, Reservation Dogs, Goliath, Partnership, Television, Comcast, SVP, AAFCA, Xumo, Reciprocity, History, News, Whitney Houston, Bear Story, Toy, Bear, Dog, Executive producer, Primal Fear, African-American Film Critics Association, Multimedia, Collection, Toy Story, Earth Day, Narcos, Film industry

The story unfolds in a groundbreaking way, through a series of shocking revelations, devastating losses, and a powerful legacy of defiance and resilience.

Key Points: 
  • The story unfolds in a groundbreaking way, through a series of shocking revelations, devastating losses, and a powerful legacy of defiance and resilience.
  • Black Experience on Xfinity is a first-of-its-kind destination of Black entertainment, movies, TV shows, news and more.
  • Xfinity customers can access the Black Experience on channel 1622 or simply say “Black Experience” into the Voice Remote to instantly enjoy the ultimate in Black storytelling.
  • Non-Xfinity customers will be able to view the partnership on Xumo Play, Comcast and Charter’s free ad-supported streaming service app.

Hasbro Women Innovators of Play Returns in 2024 with New Event, Challenge

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Online Retail, Toys, Entertainment, Retail, Consumer, General Entertainment, Women, Challenge, Woman, Ageing, Publishing, Creativity, Invention, Family, USD, Toy

Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), a leading toy and game company, today announced its Hasbro Women Innovators of Play 2024 lineup of events, networking moments, and other opportunities to celebrate and connect women toy and game innovators across the globe.

Key Points: 
  • Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), a leading toy and game company, today announced its Hasbro Women Innovators of Play 2024 lineup of events, networking moments, and other opportunities to celebrate and connect women toy and game innovators across the globe.
  • This includes ongoing networking and creative programs for women innovators 18+ as well as educational and mentorship programs under Hasbro’s recently announced Girl Innovators of Play .
  • Key 2024 events for Hasbro Women Innovators of Play will include:
    2nd Annual Virtual Event (October 10, 2024)
    2nd Annual Challenge (Starting October 10, 2024)
    As a kickoff for 2024, Hasbro recently hosted the three winners of the 2023 Hasbro Women Innovators of Play Challenge including Ellie Dix (a family card game inventor from Hertfordshire, UK), Sandra Harewood (a family word game inventor from London, UK), and Mandy and 6-year-old Maggie Goddard (mother and daughter preschool game co-inventors from Carmel, Indiana).
  • For more information on Hasbro Women Innovators of Play 2024 and to sign-up for ongoing event updates, please visit: https://spark.hasbro.com/womeninnovators .

Hot Wheels Unveils New Die-Cast to Encourage Open-Ended Play Ahead of Autism Acceptance Month

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
People with Disabilities, Parenting, Children, Entertainment, Toys, Other Entertainment, Family, Consumer, Retail, Licensing (Entertainment), Partnership, Hot Wheels, ASAN, Motion, Love, Autistic Self Advocacy Network, Multimedia, SRP, Spectrum, Hot, Toy

Today, Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced the Hot Wheels® Flippin Fast™ die-cast, a new vehicle designed to encourage an open-ended play experience, ahead of Autism Acceptance Month in April.

Key Points: 
  • Today, Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced the Hot Wheels® Flippin Fast™ die-cast, a new vehicle designed to encourage an open-ended play experience, ahead of Autism Acceptance Month in April.
  • The Flippin Fast die-cast ignites the challenger spirit as one of the most versatile die-cast vehicles from Hot Wheels.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240326156181/en/
    Mattel's Hot Wheels® Flippin Fast™ die-cast, a new vehicle designed to encourage an open-ended play experience, was developed in partnership with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN).
  • Hot Wheels Flippin Fast is now available on-shelf at retailers nationwide for $1.25 SRP, right next to all the other Hot Wheels toys fans know and love.

The Rise of Empowered Parenting: Social Media Sparks a Revolution of Embracing Imperfection and Authenticity Among Parents

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Monday, March 25, 2024
Family, Data Management, Data Analytics, Technology, Consumer, Teens, Parenting, Children, Baby, Maternity, Other Communications, Publishing, Communications, Social Media, Other Professional Services, Consulting, Media, Professional Services, Other Consumer, Women, Other Technology, Men, Internet, Pew, Mother, Bump, Climate change, Generation, Marriage, Face, Motivation, Learning, Environment, Parent, Partnership, Bias, Yoga, Shame, Social media, Child, Politics, Great Recession, Father, Pregnancy, Judgement, Humour, Carbon, Hobby, Marketing, Woman, Male, American Dream, Empowerment, Pew Research Center, Generation Alpha, Supreme court, Content, Global recession, Intelligence quotient, Traction, Creativity, Disability, Workforce, Habit, Society, Report, Toy

As the antidote to feeling shame and judgment resulting in high levels of stress, today’s parents are prioritizing authenticity, humor and personal well-being on their parenting journeys.

Key Points: 
  • As the antidote to feeling shame and judgment resulting in high levels of stress, today’s parents are prioritizing authenticity, humor and personal well-being on their parenting journeys.
  • They are forsaking unrealistic standards for showcasing raw, relatable moments, whether in person or on social networks.
  • Social media has contributed to this new, empowered approach to embracing imperfections.
  • According to a recent Pew Research study, 65% of parents rarely or never feel judged by their community of parents.

PUMA Reveals Jamaican Olympic Kit in Spectacular Showcase of Speed at Prestigious ISSA Boys & Girls Championships

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Sunday, March 24, 2024
Sports, Retail, Footwear, Olympics, Running, Championship, Culture, PUMA, Beauty, Human, Football, Motion, Rushell Clayton, Thermoregulation, Athlete, Multimedia, Cobra Golf, Breathability, Marketing, Champs, Toy

Globally renowned sports brand, PUMA, proudly unveiled the highly anticipated Jamaican Olympic Association kits during an unmissable showcase of speed at the ISSA Boys & Girls Championships in Kingston, Jamaica.

Key Points: 
  • Globally renowned sports brand, PUMA, proudly unveiled the highly anticipated Jamaican Olympic Association kits during an unmissable showcase of speed at the ISSA Boys & Girls Championships in Kingston, Jamaica.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240324802511/en/
    Sports company PUMA unveiled the Jamaican Olympic Association kits at the ISSA Boys & Girls Championships in Kingston, Jamaica.
  • The Championships not only celebrate sporting excellence but also serve as a symbol of unity, passion and pride for the Jamaican community.
  • They are more than just a kit – they are a statement of the collective ambition shared between PUMA and Jamaica.

Arizona Virtual Academy Teacher Authors Children's Book About Courage

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Friday, March 22, 2024
Entertainment, Family, Books, Consumer, Preschool, Other Education, Primary, Secondary, Teens, Education, Publishing, Parenting, Children, Communications, Racism, Face, Growth, Refugee, Empathy, Anxiety, LeVar Burton, Student, Multimedia, NFL, Parent, Toy

Tasneem Halloum, a seventh-grade science teacher at Arizona Virtual Academy (AZVA), has authored a children’s book titled “A Kids Book About Courage.” Published in November 2023, the book is the latest in the acclaimed book series “A Kids Book About,” which explains complex topics — racism, empathy, equality, anxiety and more — for children ages 5 and up.

Key Points: 
  • Tasneem Halloum, a seventh-grade science teacher at Arizona Virtual Academy (AZVA), has authored a children’s book titled “A Kids Book About Courage.” Published in November 2023, the book is the latest in the acclaimed book series “A Kids Book About,” which explains complex topics — racism, empathy, equality, anxiety and more — for children ages 5 and up.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240322948275/en/
    AZVA Teacher Tasneem Halloum and her book, A Kids Book About Courage (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Over the years, I’ve taught children with varied backgrounds and abilities, and I’ve seen the life challenges they face,” Halloum said.
  • The courage AZVA students and all the students I have worked with over the years express daily is what inspired this book.”
    “A Kids Book About Courage” describes courage and its different forms and shares how all children have courage within themselves.
  • Halloum’s book is part of a children’s book series that explains the big issues young people face and how they can deal with them.

Evenflo® Launches Pivot® Troop™: America’s First Modular Travel System Designed for Children and Pets

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Parenting, Children, Other Retail, Baby, Maternity, Pets, Specialty, Consumer, Retail, Online Retail, Target, Child, WITH, PET, Travel, Infant, CHILD, Human, Target Corporation, Amazon (company), Safety, Product management, BPA, Pet, Family, Toy

Evenflo , designer, manufacturer, and marketer of infant and children’s products, announces the launch of the Pivot® Troop™ Child and Pet Modular Travel System, America’s first modular child and pet travel system designed to fit the whole family.

Key Points: 
  • Evenflo , designer, manufacturer, and marketer of infant and children’s products, announces the launch of the Pivot® Troop™ Child and Pet Modular Travel System, America’s first modular child and pet travel system designed to fit the whole family.
  • Seamlessly integrating the needs of both children and pets into one product, this innovation is a unique addition to Evenflo’s popular Pivot® collection .
  • “At Evenflo, we understand that families extend beyond humans, and this unique travel system reflects that.
  • Key features of the Pivot Troop include:
    TAKE YOUR WHOLE TROOP: The first travel system designed to fit both child and pet, making trips together convenient and fun for the entire family!