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Virtual Interactive Technologies Corp. announces former Sony Pictures Entertainment Senior VP Mark Caplan has been appointed to its Board of Directors

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星期二, 七月 11, 2023

Denver, Colorado, July 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Virtual Interactive Technologies Corp., (OTC: VRVR) ("VRVR" or the "Company"), an American multi-platform video gaming developer and publisher, is pleased to announce the addition of Mr. Mark Caplan to its newly expanded board of directors.

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Mark Caplan is a founder of Ridge Partners, a business development consulting practice providing clients with licensing guidance, advisory, strategic planning, and content distribution strategies across various entertainment media platforms and services.
Mark previously held the position of Senior Vice President, Global Consumer Products at Sony Pictures Entertainment.
In this role, he oversaw Consumer Product Licensing, IP Strategy & Management, Location Based Entertainment, and Interactive Gaming efforts on behalf of the studio.
During his 20-year career with SPE, Mark was involved with some of the most recognized entertainment properties in film and television.

More than 50 Experts from Across the Country to Speak at East Coast Gaming Congress, September 21-23 in Atlantic City

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星期四, 九月 8, 2022

Phil Murphy, Governor of New Jersey, and will also include the presentation of a Lifetime Achievement Award to industry veteran Virginia McDowell.

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Phil Murphy, Governor of New Jersey, and will also include the presentation of a Lifetime Achievement Award to industry veteran Virginia McDowell.
Bill Miller, President and CEO, American Gaming Association, will provide an update and analysis on national issues.
ECGC is organized and produced by Cooper Levenson, Attorneys at Law; Spectrum Gaming Group; Esports Entertainment Group; and Sports Illustrated Sportsbook.
EEG Technology builds next-generation platforms, features, and services for Millennials, Gen Z consumers, and brands looking to connect with these demographics.

Financial impact from acquisitions is estimated to contribute SEK 550-750 million in pro forma adjusted EBIT FY 22/23, SEK 750-950 million FY 23/24 and SEK 1.0-1.5 billion FY 24/25

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星期四, 八月 18, 2022

The Transactions further strengthen and diversify Embracer's portfolio with profitable IPs & franchises and increase Embracer's high margin licensing from external partners.

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The Transactions further strengthen and diversify Embracer's portfolio with profitable IPs & franchises and increase Embracer's high margin licensing from external partners.
The likely total consideration for the acquired businesses amounts to SEK 8.2 billion.
It is encouraging that our group has become a natural and preferred buyer of creative, growing and profitable companies within Gaming and Entertainment.
On an aggregated basis the Transactions will have a material impact on Embracer and fulfill financial and strategic objectives.

HPIL(HPIL) Updates Shareholders

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星期四, 六月 30, 2022

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Shareholders have noticed caveat emptor has been placed on our trading on the OTC.

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Shareholders have noticed caveat emptor has been placed on our trading on the OTC.
We continue to work toward getting the Company current, pursuant to the requirements of the OTC, including the formal audit of our financials.
Safe Harbor: This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (The "Act").
Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties and actual results could differ materially from those expressed in any of the forward-looking statements.

OKX Blockdream Ventures Invests Tens of Millions to Grow Play-to-Earn Gaming, NFT Marketplace on WAX

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星期四, 六月 2, 2022

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OKX Blockdream Ventures, the investment arm of world-leading cryptocurrency exchange OKX, today announced it's investing tens of millions of dollars in WAX Studios. WAX is a carbon neutral blockchain network that supports over 23 million daily transactions across NFT trading, play-to-earn (P2E) gaming, and more. The funding will go towards greater functionality of NFTs in P2E games built on WAX, the development of an exchange for P2E gaming tokens, and upgrades to the WAX Cloud Wallet. With this investment, OKX Blockdream Ventures aims to advance blockchain-based gaming infrastructure to help integrate web3 technology into consumers' daily lives.

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With this investment, OKX Blockdream Ventures aims to advance blockchain-based gaming infrastructure to help integrate web3 technology into consumers' daily lives.
William Quigley, CEO of WAX Studios, said, "This initiative with OKX Blockdream Ventures will further our mission to sustainably scale the WAX ecosystem and across multiple blockchains, bringing blockchain gaming to the mass market.
Jeff Ren, head of OKX Blockdream Ventures, said, "OKX Blockdream Ventures is committed to promoting innovation and growth across industries and international borders through funding the world's most progressive implementations of blockchain technology.
NFTs from WAX studios can be sold on OpenSea, OKX NFT , and WAX's own vIRL market, among other major platforms.

TAPPP and BetMGM Announce Expansion of BetMGM Gift Cards

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星期二, 五月 17, 2022

The amount of stores carrying BetMGM prepaid cards will roughly double from around 6,000 to more than 12,000 in the current quarter.

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The amount of stores carrying BetMGM prepaid cards will roughly double from around 6,000 to more than 12,000 in the current quarter.
Since its inception, the BetMGM gift card business has experienced an industry-leading redemption rate of 99%, with nearly 75% of customers redeeming their purchases within just 2 hours.
"The program's expansion this quarter is the latest phase of our continued successful partnership with TAPPP to provide customers with an easy and responsible way to fund their BetMGM accounts."
BetMGM gift cards are now available in 12 states, including the recent debuts in New York and Pennsylvania and upcoming launches in Wyoming and Mississippi.

Left Lane Capital Closes Second Fund With $1.4 Billion for Internet & Consumer Tech

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星期二, 四月 26, 2022

NEW YORK, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Left Lane Capital, the New York-based venture capital firm founded in August 2019, today announced the final closing of its second fund, Left Lane Capital Partners II LP (Fund II), with $1.4 billion in commitments, exceeding its initial target of $1 billion. Within two years, Left Lane has raised over $2 billion of committed capital to invest in high-growth, high-retention internet and consumer technology businesses around the world.

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NEW YORK, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Left Lane Capital, the New York-based venture capital firm founded in August 2019, today announced the final closing of its second fund, Left Lane Capital Partners II LP (Fund II), with $1.4 billion in commitments, exceeding its initial target of $1 billion.
Within two years, Left Lane has raised over $2 billion of committed capital to invest in high-growth, high-retention internet and consumer technology businesses around the world.
Left Lane is led by four Managing Partners: Harley Miller, Dan Ahrens, Jason Fiedler, and Vinny Pujji, representing one of the youngest teams to raise a fund of this magnitude.
Left Lane Capital is a leading New York-based global venture capital firm investing in high-growth internet and consumer technology companies.

Left Lane Capital Closes Second Fund With $1.4 Billion for Internet & Consumer Tech

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星期二, 四月 26, 2022

NEW YORK, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Left Lane Capital, the New York-based venture capital firm founded in August 2019, today announced the final closing of its second fund, Left Lane Capital Partners II LP (Fund II), with $1.4 billion in commitments, exceeding its initial target of $1 billion. Within two years, Left Lane has raised over $2 billion of committed capital to invest in high-growth, high-retention internet and consumer technology businesses around the world.

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NEW YORK, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Left Lane Capital, the New York-based venture capital firm founded in August 2019, today announced the final closing of its second fund, Left Lane Capital Partners II LP (Fund II), with $1.4 billion in commitments, exceeding its initial target of $1 billion.
Within two years, Left Lane has raised over $2 billion of committed capital to invest in high-growth, high-retention internet and consumer technology businesses around the world.
Left Lane is led by four Managing Partners: Harley Miller, Dan Ahrens, Jason Fiedler, and Vinny Pujji, representing one of the youngest teams to raise a fund of this magnitude.
Left Lane Capital is a leading New York-based global venture capital firm investing in high-growth internet and consumer technology companies.

TAPPP Announces $10 Million in Series B Funding

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星期三, 四月 6, 2022

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NEW YORK, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TAPPP, a New York-based technology and marketing company enabling customer engagement and retention, announced today a $10 Million Series B funding round co-led by Accomplice and Verance Capital. Participants in this round also include various major league sports team owners, including Stephen Pagliuca of the Boston Celtics and Peter Tomozawa of the Vegas Golden Knights and Seattle Sounders, as well as ADvantage, Permit Ventures, and London-based Oakvale Capital.

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NEW YORK, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TAPPP , a New York-based technology and marketing company enabling customer engagement and retention, announced today a $10 Million Series B funding round co-led by Accomplice and Verance Capital.
"We're delighted to support a company like TAPPP moving the worlds of sports betting, fan engagement, digital payment transactions, and more to new heights."
Since TAPPP's 2018 Series A funding, the company has launched innovative payment products with both Major League Baseball and the National Football League across over 25,000 US retail doors.
The Series B funding will allow TAPPP to launch an interactive transaction panel in partnership with sports broadcasters and sportsbooks, and to expand their payment solutions across more markets and with a more diverse range of products and services.

Wondr Gaming announces the appointment of Max Desmarais as a Chief Strategy Officer

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星期二, 八月 10, 2021

TORONTO, Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Wondr Gaming Corp. (CSE: WDR) (CSE: WDR.WT) (the "Company" or "Wondr Gaming") is pleased to announce the appointment of Max Desmarais as Chief Strategy Officer.

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TORONTO, Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Wondr Gaming Corp. (CSE: WDR) (CSE: WDR.WT) (the "Company" or "Wondr Gaming") is pleased to announce the appointment of Max Desmarais as Chief Strategy Officer.
Mr. Desmarais' successful career as a technology and media entrepreneur and investor brings invaluable experience to the Wondr executive team.
"Jon and I are thrilled to work alongside Max to build Wondr Gaming into an international entertainment powerhouse.
-Max Desmarais, Chief Strategy Officer, Wondr Gaming.