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Comcast Invests $400,000 in Tacoma Digital Equity Network to Advance Economic Opportunity Through Digital Skill Building and Tech Training

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Comcast today announced a new $400,000 investment in four Tacoma-based organizations to form a digital equity network* in the South Sound Region, aimed at advancing digital and economic opportunity for local students, families, and small business owners. Furthering the company’s deep and longstanding commitment to advancing equity and opportunity, the donations to Boys & Girls Clubs of the South Puget Sound, Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region, TeamWrk, and the Thrive Tacoma Business Fund will support digital access and adoption through tech training and career building. Announced today at the Boys & Girls Club Schatz Branch in Tacoma, the public-private partnership advances Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards’ goal as National League of Cities president to bring together people and partnerships to create unlimited possibilities for cities across America. This innovative partnership advances digital equity, creates a more prepared workforce, and provides critical resources to local communities and residents to develop skills they need to succeed in a more digital world. Today’s investment adds to the one made by Comcast last September when it awarded $300,000 to the same four organizations. Comcast selected the recipient organizations based on their shared commitment to digital equity and programs specifically designed to provide residents in the South Puget Sound region with internet access and skill-building services. “Digital equity is a fundamental right, and local communities with equitable access to the internet are simply better positioned to fully engage in today’s world,” said Woodards. “It is essential for education and employment, business development, healthcare, government services, and community involvement. I am grateful to our private sector partners at Comcast for their ongoing commitment to this critical work.” “There’s no question the world is becoming more and more digital every day, but some people need our help learning the skills they need to get online,” said Broderick Johnson, EVP, Public Policy, and EVP, Digital Equity, Comcast Corporation. “Comcast is grateful to continue to partner with Mayor Woodards, the Boys & Girls Clubs of the South Puget Sound, Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region, TeamWrk, and the Thrive Tacoma Business Fund who all share the same commitment to advancing digital equity for all residents across the region.” Comcast’s contributions are part of Project UP, a $1 billion commitment to help advance digital equity and build a future of Unlimited Possibilities. Comcast’s contribution to the four partner organizations will help increase college and career readiness, especially among underserved youth; connect workers to opportunities; provide upskilling for adult learners and those already in the workforce; and close the skills – particularly digital skills – gap. Comcast is proud to participate in the Federal Government’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides eligible families with a $30/month voucher ($75/month in Tribal areas) to pay for Internet service. When combined with Comcast’s Internet Essentials or Internet Essentials+ service tiers, it makes home broadband effectively free. Here is how each recipient organization will use the funds to advance digital equity and support South Sound communities in 2023: Boys & Girls Clubs of the South Puget Sound Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound (BGCSPS) received $130,000 in cash and in-kind services. A cash contribution and donated laptops are for a new enhanced Lift Zone at the Boys & Girls Clubs Schatz Branch. The Lift Zone includes a new computer lab that makes internet connectivity and technology. to help kids aged 6 to 18 with tutoring, homework support, and technology access. The new technology equipment includes a Dremel DigiLab 3D Printer; Vevor Vinyl Cutting Plotter; 30 Dell Latitude Laptop stations with large monitors; two high-powered computer stations for advanced graphic design, music production, and programming, and 17 STEAM education kits. An additional 30 laptops were contributed to digital literacy programs at the Bremerton Branch. BGCSPS provides youth with safe spaces, caring mentors, and life-enhancing programs tailored to help them reach their full potential. Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region will receive $85,000 to drive attendance at the organization’s Work Opportunity Centers (WOC) that provide community members with access to digital skills training, devices, subsidized internet access from the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), and additional digital navigation resources. Comcast’s grant will also increase access to digital technology and skills training for people through its Power Up initiative and help ensure that the Goodwill’s free job-training program equips Western Washington residents with the most relevant and timely digital skills that are required for nearly all jobs in our economy. TeamWrk TeamWrk is e-gaming innovator Marcel Cunningham's foundation, which challenges youth to level up to their full potential. His vision is to equip and empower everyone to elevate their game. Comcast’s $20,000 cash contribution and $21,000 in donated laptops will facilitate live streaming from the TeamWrk center and help to expand the foundation's reach to more youth in the City of Tacoma. Computers donated by Comcast will be distributed to teens participating in TeamWrk digital literacy education, which teaches them how to use Teams, Zoom, and PowerPoint; create and edit podcasts, graphics, and video content; and learn other digital skills supporting their school and career. Thrive Tacoma Business Fund Led by the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber, the mission of the Thrive Tacoma Business Fund is to provide direct financial support for small businesses owned by people of color, many of which are struggling with rising expenses and inflation. Comcast’s $150,000 contribution will be used to fund grants that will be awarded based on the business need in amounts of $2,500 to $5,000. Additional financial support will also go to non-profits with digital navigators, trusted community members who provide access and assistance to program participants. Recipients will receive direct finance, digital access, and other technical support specifically curated to their unique business challenges, thereby ensuring greater equitable economic development in Tacoma. *About Comcast’s Digital Equity Network Comcast’s Digital Equity Network is an interconnected group of organizations in the Pacific Northwest that have a connection with each other and work collectively toward a common purpose to increase access and adoption of the internet, help people get online, build digital skills, and open doors to economic mobility. This network: Makes Internet Affordable to income-constrained households through a combination of our Internet Essentials service and the federal Affordable Connectivity Program Increases Awareness and facilitates Adoption through digital literacy classes from community partners and Digital Navigators Expands Internet access by investing millions of dollars to bring our services to unserved areas and opening more than 100 Lift Zones in community centers in the Pacific Northwest Over the last three years, Comcast has provided $11.9 million in financial and in-kind charitable contributions to Washington nonprofits. These contributions support to local community programs to help establish and promote its Digital Equity Network in Washington. Comcast’s Digital Equity Network enables partner organizations to acquire technology equipment, provide digital skills trainings, and offer opportunities for youth and adults to explore and train for careers in tech-related fields, or develop the kinds of technology skills that can help them launch and grow their own business. About Comcast Corporation Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Contact Details Comcast Andy Colley Andy_Colley@Comcast.com Company Website https://washington.comcast.com/

July 20, 2023 02:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time

PRCG’s James F. Haggerty Elected President of the Crisis Protection Network

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PRCG | Haggerty LLC is pleased to announce that its CEO and Founder, James F. Haggerty, has been named President of the Crisis Protection Network (CPN), an exclusive worldwide association of senior communications professionals in 16 cities across the globe. Based in New York, Haggerty is an attorney, author, and communications consultant who has served on the CPN board since 2019. Through its network of affiliated professionals, CPN offers expertise in high-stakes issues related to reputation management, legal and regulatory communications, crisis planning and response, and other areas. In addition to leading boutique communications consultancies in major cities around the world, CPN member professionals have prior experience in some of the world’s largest public relations agencies, as well as in corporations, major media outlets, and government. In addition to New York, current members are located in cities that include Atlanta, Brussels, Chiasso, Dublin, Los Angeles, London, Melbourne, Munich, New York, Oslo, Singapore, Sydney, Toronto, and Zurich. “I am honored to lead such a prestigious organization and look forward to continuing my collaboration with some of the best reputation professionals in the world,” Haggerty said. “We live in a time of radical change in communications and information,” he added. “With Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other new technologies altering perception at an elemental level, clients need senior-level communications counselors with the experience and resources to meet existential reputational challenges. That is what our organization is all about.” More information about the Crisis Protection Network can be found at crisis-protection.net. About James F. Haggerty and PRCG | Haggerty LLC Based in New York, PRCG | Haggerty LLC (PRCG) is a premier specialist communications consultancy with a worldwide reputation for the management of sensitive, high-stakes communications challenges. In 2019, PRCG created PRCG | Sports, a sports marketing and public relations brand involved in reputation management, public relations, and sports-related crisis communications. PRCG and its founder, James F. Haggerty, have been repeatedly ranked by Chambers and Partners, the prestigious international directory, as among the top public relations firms in the United States. Chambers has called Haggerty a “powerhouse” who “thinks on a different level,” bringing a “double barrel of legal and media experience” to his work. In 2017, PR News named Haggerty one of “50 Game Changers” of public relations for his work as a “trailblazer” in litigation communications. Major media have also lauded PRCG | Haggerty for providing “sophisticated,” “round-the-clock” global services to clients in crisis and litigation matters. In addition to his work as a communications consultant and attorney, Haggerty is the author of two landmark books on communications: In the Court of Public Opinion: Winning Strategies for Litigation Communications and Chief Crisis Officer: Structure and Leadership for Effective Communications Response, both published by Hart + Harvest Press. Considered the definitive guide to communicating during litigation and other legal matters, In the Court of Public Edition was first published in 2003 to rave reviews—including in the Financial Times, which called the book “the perfect handbook for this age.” 2023 will see the publication of a 20 th anniversary edition of In the Court of Public Opinion, with new information, strategies, and case histories for a brave new world of litigation communications. Chief Crisis Officer: Structure and Leadership for Effective Communications Response has just been released in a new Hart + Harvest paperback edition, with a provocative new preface covering the communications response to the COVID-19 crisis and Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Chief Crisis Officer has been prominently featured in the Harvard Business Review, Fortune, and Entrepreneur, among other publications. For more information about PRCG | Haggerty LLC, visit prcg.com. Contact Details PRCG | Haggerty LLC Juliette Foyle +1 212-683-8100 jfoyle@prcg.com Company Website https://www.crisis-protection.net/

July 20, 2023 11:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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DigiToads' TOADS up 370% as Ethereum Bulls Aim For This Key Price Level

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DigiToads (TOADS) is an interesting cryptocurrency that has experienced a parabolic rise to rank among the top-performing tokens in 2023. Emerging as a formidable contender to leading meme coins like Dogecoin (DOGE), its native token, TOADS, has experienced an exponential 370% surge in value, leaving investors scrambling to partake in the token. TOADS has undoubtedly become the talk of the town, captivating seasoned traders and newcomers. As bullish sentiment fills the crypto market, Ethereum's (ETH) ongoing bullish momentum has ignited speculation that its target is set at a key price level and could deliver higher prices. Ethereum has now caught the attention of enthusiasts and market participants alike with an impressive rally and the potential to rally to new highs. This article details the growth of TOADS and Ethereum's bullish target. Visit DigiToads Presale DigiToads' (TOADS) 370% Rally Confirms Its Potential To Deliver Exponential Returns Investors seeking to invest in the best ICO need not look any further than the incredible opportunity presented by the DigiToads presale. Savvy investors are already securing their spots aboard the DigiToads platform, fully aware that the value of the TOADS token is set to skyrocket after the upcoming tenth round of the presale. With the DigiToads presale approaching a thrilling climax, TOADS tokens are currently available for a mere $0.047 each. Considering its astonishing leap from the initial price of $0.01 during the first presale round, the cryptocurrency has delivered an impressive return of 370%. And there's more to come, as it is projected to max out at an additional 17% when it launches. Analysts have affirmed that DigiToads is the best crypto investment, with colossal profits awaiting investors after TOADS's upcoming decentralized exchange listing. On August 21st, 2023, TOADS will debut on two leading exchanges, Uniswap and BitMart, further increasing buying pressure and overall exposure. This could drive TOADS to reach milestone highs in the coming months. Both gamers and investors fixate on DigiToads as the best crypto investment. The reason for this keen interest lies in the fact that multiple industry giants have witnessed the innovation of DigiToads, and they confidently predict that its future growth will be nothing short of astronomical. The recent release of its NFT collection is a testament to DigiToads' potential, with multiple Web3 experts touting them as the best NFTs to invest in. Experienced investors are well aware of the impact that comes with the integration of in-demand technologies like the best NFTs to invest in and a highly anticipated play-to-earn game. They understand that prices can explode in a short time. Therefore, it is advisable to take advantage of this best ICO opportunity and acquire as many TOADS as possible before its subsequent price increase. Visit DigiToads Presale Ethereum (ETH) On The Climb Towards Higher Prices Ethereum has been bullish, breaking past the $2000 mark and reaching new heights. This impressive surge in price has been attributed to various factors, including the significant increase in on-chain activity and the overall bullish sentiment surrounding ETH. The unwavering support from prominent investors, known as whales, has further fueled the upward momentum of Ethereum. Despite experiencing a slight retracement after surpassing the $2000 resistance level, ETH remains optimistic in the eyes of analysts. Many experts predict that if the cryptocurrency can sustain its current level of whale activity and continue delivering positive developments, it has the potential to rally toward key price levels. They specifically anticipate Ethereum to target its previous yearly high of $2140 and even surpass it, potentially soaring to hit a new annual high of $2200 psychological level. Visit DigiToads Presale Conclusion As Ethereum continues to display bullish tendencies, the market's response to its recent performance has been encouraging, with traders eagerly anticipating its next move to key levels. Similarly, DigiToads' performance has been extraordinary in the crypto market. With an impressive 370% surge in value and a rapidly approaching listing on decentralized exchanges, TOADS could outperform crypto giants in the coming months. Join the DigiToads presale now and be part of one of the most significant crypto movements in 2023. Visit DigiToads Presale Mint DigiToads NFTs Here Buy DigiToads NFTs on OpenSea Join the community Contact Details Blockchain Digest Team noreply@blockchaindigest.net Company Website http://blockchaindigest.net

July 19, 2023 07:05 PM Eastern Daylight Time

‘AI Can’t Replace Creativity’ finds Freelancer.com’s latest job trends report

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Freelancer.com (ASX: FLN) (OTCQX: FLNCF), the world’s largest freelancing marketplace by number of users and jobs posted, today released new figures revealing a surge in freelance creative writing jobs, growth in business marketing activities, and an increase in on-site photography and videography gigs. The Fast 50 Q2 2023 report, a quarterly dataset ranking the fastest growing and falling jobs on the platform, analyzed over 280,000 jobs posted to Freelancer.com between April and June 2023. According to the data, the fastest growing freelance jobs by percentage growth in Q2 2023 were: 1. Creative Writing - up 58% (from 1,868 to 2,961 jobs) 2. User Interface Design - up 52% (from 2,017 to 3,075 jobs) 3. Twitter Marketing - up 41% from (1,650 to 2,334 jobs) 4. Photography - up 40% from (2,101 to 2,945 jobs) 5. Writing (Microsoft Word) - up 38% (from 3,175 to 4,401 jobs) While the world debates whether AI will take human jobs or not, and therefore dramatically hit the labor indexes, the latest figures reviewed by Freelancer.com’s data science team revealed interest for freelance writing jobs are increasing on the platform over the last quarter. Other writing related skills also saw growth across the quarter, including Copy Typing (up 31.2%, 4,867 to 6,389 jobs) and Ghostwriting (up 22.8%, 5,212 to 6,404 jobs). Other jobs which have been deemed as ‘at risk’ of being automated by AI, such as data entry, have also seen an increase over the quarter. Projects for Data Processing were up 21% (from 9,076 to 11,024 jobs) and projects requiring Excel as a skill also saw a 15% increase (from 13,246 to 15,301 total job postings). “AI can’t replace creativity yet. While workers and businesses are benefiting from productivity gains offered by generative AI, the data suggests that the technology in its current form isn’t able to replace creative work. We saw a similar trend occur in the first quarter of the year, as creative design jobs were flourishing despite interest for generative AI tripling,” said Matt Barrie, Chief Executive at Freelancer.com. The Fast 50 Q2 2023 report also reveals an increase in businesses investing heavily in freelance marketing support. This trend comes off the back of an unprecedented rise in jobs usually associated with the creation of new businesses and new ventures as found in the Fast 50 Q1 2023 report. In addition to Twitter Marketing ranking as the third fastest growing job, growth also surged for the following marketing skills: ● Search Engine Marketing (SEO) - up 26% (from 1,840 to 2,328 jobs) ● Sales - up 23% (from 2,614 to 3,233 jobs) ● Marketing - up 19% (from 8,269 to 9,867 jobs) ● Social Media Marketing - up 16% (from 6,524 to 7,574 jobs) ● Facebook Marketing - up 14% (from 5,602 to 6,410 jobs) Marketing jobs are some of the highest earning on the platform per project. Projects seeking SEO experts typically pay US$2,231 per project. General marketing jobs on average pay US$1,422 per project, while Social Media Marketing pays $584 per project. Local jobs, which is where employers hiring freelancers in their local area to do service or physical-based jobs, are growing across the platform by 37%, from 2,122 to 2,905 total projects. The two key drivers for growth for these types of jobs relate to Photography and Videography which are up by 40% (from 2,101 to 2,945) and 32% (from 3,095 to 4,097), respectively. On average, projects for Videography attract US$70 per hour. Fastest Falling Jobs of Q2 2023 The most significant declining trend observed in the Q2 2023 report shows that employers are easing their interest for tech and IT related skills. The Fast 50 report for Q3 2022 highlighted significant growth in a number of highly specialized and niche tech skills, such as software development, android app development, programming, and others. The catalyst for demand being global mass layoffs and hiring freezes across the tech sector towards the end of 2022. The latest Fast 50 Q2 2023 data shows interest for niche tech skills is beginning to slow down, with software development (down 28%, from 1,308 to 942), API (down 26%, from 1,516 to 1,109), iOS Development (down 26%, from 1,220 to 894) and Microsoft SQL Server (down 25%, from 1,309 to 975) all decreasing over the last quarter. Easing of these types of skills also aligns with Layoff.fyi’s tech layoff tracker also showing a reduction in the number of layoffs occurring globally. Fast 50 Q1 2023 - Data Analysis Relief For Writers As Data Suggests AI Can’t Replace Creativity The main trend from the Freelancer.com Fast 50 Q2 2023 report shows freelance writing jobs, specifically those seeking journalists and editors, increasing on the platform over the last quarter. Despite having access to freely available generative AI tools, employers are turning to on-demand freelancers to help write creative content for their websites and blogs. Creative Writing jobs were the number one fastest growing job on Freelancer.com in Q2, growing 58% from 1,868 to 2,961 jobs posted. Other writing related skills, such as Writing (Microsoft Word) (up 38.6%, 3,175 to 4,401 jobs), Copy Typing (up 31.2%, 4,867 to 6,389 jobs) and Ghostwriting (up 22.8%, 5,212 to 6,404 jobs), also saw an increase over the quarter. Interestingly, other skills which experts predict will be overtaken by AI are also increasing on the freelancing platform. Data processing grew by 21%, from 9,076 to 11,024 in Q2. Jobs with Excel as a key skill also increased by 15.5%, from 13,246 to 15,301 jobs. Data entry recently ranked as the World’s Most Boring Job in Freelancer.com ’s global survey measuring attitudes towards work. Data entry is also one of the most popular jobs that employers tend to delegate to on-demand freelancers. Businesses Focus On Growth, Following Startup Boom, By Investing In Marketing Jobs seeking Sales experts grew 23.6% and Business Analysis increased by 21.4% over the last quarter. This is another indication that businesses are focusing heavily on growth and strategy alongside promotion. In Q1 2023, Freelancer.com observed an unprecedented rise in jobs usually associated with the creation of new businesses and new ventures. This was apparent with projects for logo design, corporate identity design and eCommerce all growing simultaneously and aligning with new business formation statistics released by the US Census. While there isn’t data supporting another rise in new businesses in Q2 2023, what Freelancer.com is seeing is businesses now doubling down on marketing, sales and social media efforts to increase business. This aligns with global trends of big consumer brands, such as ones reported in Australia, slashing their marketing spend and look towards more self-driven or low budget or organic marketing efforts. Twitter Marketing, which ranks third in the most in-demand skills for Q2 2023 after growing 41% over the quarter, is growing to become a popular option for businesses looking for social media support. Social Media Marketing as a skill increased by 16% and Facebook Marketing increased by 14%. Marketing, as a skill generally, is up 19.3%, growing from 8,269 to 9,867 total jobs in Q2. Classic marketing tactics such as Search Engine Marketing (SEO) and Web Search grew by 26% and 21%, respectively. SEO and Web Search are both budget friendly ways for businesses to maintain a competitive advantage in search engines results. A similar trend was observed in the Q3 2022 as many tech companies began mass layoffs and cut Search Engine Marketing spend as a way to reduce marketing spend. As a result, Freelancer.com observed growth in SEO related projects or social media marketing as both are cost effective marketing strategies. Jobs seeking Sales experts grew 23.6% and Business Analysis increased by 21.4% over the last quarter. This is another indication that businesses are focusing heavily on growth and strategy alongside promotion. Demand For Tech Jobs Slows Down As Layoffs Reduce Worldwide Freelancer.com is beginning to see interest for niche tech and IT related skills reduce on the platform. A sudden surge in technology related skills was observed all throughout 2022, however, was largely apparent in the Fast 50 report for Q3 2022 which saw a significant increase in jobs relating to niche IT-related projects all being driven by a surge in tech layoffs. The latest figures from the Fast 50 report for Q2 2023 shows interest is beginning to slow down as 16 of the top 25 fastest falling jobs are related to tech, which are the same jobs which climbed heavily towards the end of last year. Software Development, which had sustained growth quarter-on-quarter throughout 2022, saw a decline of 28% from 1,308 to 942 jobs. Projects requiring API as a skill are down 26% (from 1,516 to 1,109) and iOS Development jobs are also down 26% (from 1,220 to 894). Location-Based Photography & Videography Jobs Are Booming Local Jobs are a specific type of job which are location based and are specific to a location. These jobs are typically service or physical jobs, such as local pick up, delivery, photography, gardening or cleaning services. This quarter saw Local Jobs grow by 37%, from 2,122 to 2,905. The two key drivers for growth for these types of jobs relate to Photography and Videography which are up by 40% (from 2,101 to 2,945) and 32% (from 3,095 to 4,097), respectively. Visual content will always be in-demand for any business, regardless of size. Whether it’s capturing an event or shooting footage to use for ads, real-life imagery will always be an important part of promoting businesses. ##### Freelancer Fast 50 The Freelancer Fast 50 report is the world’s largest forward indicator of trends in online jobs related to industries, technologies, products, and companies. The data is based on 280,000 jobs posted to the Freelancer platform between April 1 to June 30 2023. Fast 50 Q2 2023 Data About Freelancer Freelancer.com is the world’s largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace by total number of users and projects posted. More than 67 million registered users have posted over 22.7 million projects and contests to date in over 2,000 areas as diverse as website development, logo design, marketing, copywriting, aerospace engineering and manufacturing. Freelancer also owns Escrow.com and Loadshift. Freelancer Limited is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN and is quoted on OTCQX Best Market under the ticker FLNCF. Contact Details Freelancer.com Marko Zitko +61 404 574 830 marko@freelancer.com

July 19, 2023 12:53 PM Eastern Daylight Time

Will A US-China Trade War Affect Access To EV Batteries? Arianne Phosphate’s (OTCQX: DRRSF) Answer Is Reshoring Production Of This Key Mineral

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By David Willey, Benzinga Tensions appear to be flaring up again between China and the United States, as the Chinese government restricts the export of two critical metals, germanium and gallium. These metals are key strategic resources that are used in semiconductors, solar panels, and even military applications. Restrictions on exporting these metals have been made in the interest of national security, according to China’s Commerce Ministry. 60% of the global supply of germanium and 80% of the global supply of gallium comes from China, which indicates the fragility of certain supply chains and the importance of establishing onshore supplies of critical resources. Another product that could be threatened by fragile supply chains is lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. Currently, 30% of EV batteries are LFP, and because of the advantages offered by LFP, it is predicted that this chemical compound will make up the majority of EV batteries by 2028. However, 90% of LFP batteries are currently made in China, meaning this supply chain could be vulnerable to disruptions. A key component of LFP batteries is phosphate, a natural mineral that has a wide range of applications, including in agriculture, animal feeds, cosmetics and advanced battery technology. The market size for LFP batteries was $17 billion in 2023, and it is predicted to reach $35.5 billion by 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 15% over 2023-2028. Historically, global demand for phosphate increases by 2% or 3% every year, with demand primarily driven by its use in the agricultural sector. However, as companies like Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) and Ford (NYSE: F) invest in the adoption of LFP batteries, demand for phosphate will likely grow at a considerably higher rate fueled by its role in battery technology. Bringing Phosphate Home Among the lessons countries have learned from the pandemic is the fact that more diverse supply chains with domestic production produce greater supply chain resilience. Now, with restrictions like the ones China has placed on the metals gallium and germanium, companies may look again at ways to reshore or find friendly supplies of other critical resources, as well. That is why Canadian phosphate mining company Arianne Phosphate Inc. (OTCQX: DRRSF) hopes to solidify supply chains by providing Western economies with stable and secure access to phosphate. Arianne Phosphate owns the Lac à Paul project – approximately 27,000 hectares of land in Quebec with enough resources to support over 50 years of mining operations. The project has acquired all the necessary permits and is construction ready. Arianne Phosphate reports that the project is located in a mining and investment-friendly jurisdiction, which could prove an advantage for the company as it develops the single largest greenfield deposit of phosphate. The project is an igneous deposit, meaning it produces a higher phosphate concentration than 90% of the world’s phosphate, including over 78 million tons of high-grade phosphate. With some off-take and marketing agreements already in place, Arianne Phosphate believes it is positioned to provide a reliable onshore supply of phosphate to support the growing LFP sector in North America and Western Europe. Learn more about Arianne Phosphate by visiting its website. This post contains sponsored content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

July 19, 2023 09:15 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Gamelancer announces significant milestone as it prepares to commence trading on the TSX

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Jon Dwyer, the CEO of Gamelancer Media Corp, joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share news about the company's achievement of getting listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange with a trading date announced for July 19. This move represents a significant milestone for Gamelancer, as the company's shares will be delisted from the CSE at the end of the trading day on July 18, with trading commencing on the TSX the following morning. Dwyer assured shareholders that no action is required on their part regarding the TSX listing, and they will not be asked to exchange their share certificates. The up-listing to the TSX positions Gamelancer to unlock new opportunities for merger and acquisition growth, increase investor confidence, and further expand its client base into the US. Becoming a senior issuer reinforces the company's global scalability and aids in Gamelancer's ability to create sustainable value for stakeholders and shareholders. In conjunction with the uplisting, Gamelancer also announced the appointment of JF Cote as lead director of its board. It said Cote's extensive experience and strategic insight will play a crucial role in advising management and the board during this transformative phase, setting the foundation for achieving long-term objectives and expanding the company's global presence. Contact Details Proactive Investors Canada +1 604-688-8158 na-editorial@proactiveinvestors.com

July 18, 2023 12:50 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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FTN Data Partners with Football Data Legend Aaron Schatz for 2023 Football Almanac

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FTN Network, a company built for delivering affordable, customizable, and highly detailed NFL advanced charted data for betting, season-long fantasy, and daily fantasy, announced that it has partnered with football data guru Aaron Schatz to provide data and power his industry-leading FTN Football Almanac 2023. Previously known as Football Outsiders Almanac and Pro Football Prospectus, Schatz’s book is the gold standard for NFL previews and contains cutting-edge statistical analysis, observations from obsessive film study and trademark humor. Schatz has been described as the “founding father of football analytics,” and has been producing an almanac for close to two decades. “FTN Network is incredibly fortunate to partner with Aaron Schatz to help produce the FTN Football Almanac 2023” said FTN Network CEO Kevin Adams. “You cannot talk about football data without mentioning Aaron, so when paired with FTN Data and projections from FTN Fantasy, readers are going to get the best of the best. This joint venture is another example of FTN Network’s dedication to be the go-to source for anything football data related for bettors, fantasy players and NFL fans.” FTN Football Almanac 2023 also includes predictions with true odds for each team’s Super Bowl run – or for getting the top pick in the 2024 draft. Readers will also find groundbreaking team and player DVOA ratings that correct, for situation and opponent, to reveal the best offenses and defenses and which players help win games. Lastly, the almanac also contains award-winning fantasy football projections from FTN's Jeff Ratcliffe and much more. “For the first time in 20 years I am doing things a little differently when it comes to my Football Almanac,” said Aaron Schatz, the former founder of Football Outsiders. “In looking for a reliable data source to create this year’s Almanac, I was drawn to the depth and flexibility of FTN Data, which allowed me to develop new insights and capabilities I didn’t have before. I’m grateful for the avenue that Kevin Adams and the entire FTN Network team have given me to continue on my journey to provide the best insights for the football world.” Readers can get $5 off Aaron Schatz's FTN Football Almanac 2023 by pre-ordering a copy by July 28th at 11:59 p.m PT. After July 28th, the Almanac will be $34.99 and is available in e-book and hard copy. FTN has seen significant growth and momentum in 2023. FTN also announced a record Q1, stemming from a 54% increase in web traffic (year-over-year) across the FTN network of sites. The company is also increasing its reach through a new SiriusXM Radio show, “The FTN Fantasy Show,” that will run during the 2023 football season. For more information on FTN’s products and services, visit its network of sites: FTNFantasy.com, FTNDaily.com and FTNBets.com. About FTN Network FTN Network is a sports data B2B and fantasy sports and betting media B2C company. Founded in 2020, FTN gives the fantasy and sports betting community an edge through their own unique ecosystem - providing customizable tools that turn raw data into true insights while also offering expert analysis and content to help users make the best decision possible. FTN Network consists of FTN Fantasy (the home of fantasy football), FTN Daily (the home of daily fantasy sports), FTN Bets (the home of sports betting insights) and FTN Data (the home of NFL data). Contact Details Sterling A. Randle +1 801-319-6153 srandle@hotpaperlantern.com

July 18, 2023 09:02 AM Eastern Daylight Time

AI Digital Invests in and Partners with Sightly to Infuse High-Value Programmatic Campaigns with Brand Mentality®

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AI Digital, an advanced analytics-driven organization which leverages AI to optimize and drive better business outcomes across programmatic technology, has announced a strategic partnership with real-time marketing and intelligence leader, Sightly. The partnership is a win-win for both companies and their customers. Brands and agencies can now leverage the powerful combination of AI Digital’s programmatic expertise and AI-optimized outcomes with Sightly’s Brand Mentality® platform-driven moments intelligence and Anticipation Software®. “We are excited to form this partnership with Sightly and integrate our key strengths for the benefit of brands and marketers. AI Digital’s expertise in extracting value through programmatic technology is invaluable to brands, who want to derive the most out of their advertising spend,” said Stephen Magli, CEO and founder, AI Digital. “By partnering with Sightly, we are able to use the intelligence and insights from their platform to enhance our performance, and provide our brand customers with increased data management, precision audience targeting and greater effectiveness on digital channels such as CTV, video and display.” In addition to making a strategic investment in Sightly for continued innovation, AI Digital is acquiring an Enterprise license for Brand Mentality, which includes recently patented technology that codifies a brand’s unique DNA to respond instantly and authentically to breaking news, viral trends and emerging media moments. By using the platform to drive media activations and marketing intelligence, brands and agencies can combine speed and values without sacrificing ROI. “AI Digital has continued to demonstrate its growth and programmatic prowess within the industry, and we’re excited to collaborate closely with them,” said Adam Katz, CEO, Sightly. “We caught their eye because they saw how Brand Mentality adds value to their offerings. They are data and analytics-driven like us, and we complement each other incredibly well to deliver rich, precise, real-time brand insights at the speed and cadence needed to fuel today's dynamic media campaigns and strategy.” About Sightly Sightly is the leader in real-time marketing and intelligence, as driven by each brand's unique perspective, opinions and outcomes. Our revolutionary Brand Mentality® platform combines speed with values, so companies can make decisions instantly and authentically without sacrificing ROI. Learn more and master the mayhem at http://www.sightly.com. About AI Digital AI Digital is a programmatic consultancy that enables an advanced analytics based and AI optimized approach to programmatic technology which leads to better business outcomes for marketers. Leading with an audience-first approach, the company helps agencies and advertisers navigate the digital ecosystem by delivering hands-on, unrivaled data and technology access, outcome-based audience strategy, advanced analytics driven campaign optimization and advanced measurement including detailed, real-time transparent campaign reporting. AI Digital is a priority Amazon Partner with access to over 150+ people-based data sources and in-platform optimization expertise to maximize value of all walled gardens including Google and Amazon's data and tech stack, along with 10+ DSPs. AI Digital leverages technology through its proprietary platform ELEVATE and the expertise of its world-class, global team to drive a more ELEVATED consumer experience, measurable action, and brand and sales lift for more accountable results. Learn more about AI Digital at www.aidigital.io. Contact Details Veronica Ruth +1 845-430-8743 aidigital@kitehillpr.com Company Website https://www.aidigital.io

July 18, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Summer Vacation Survival Guide: How DoorDash Can Get You Everything You Need to Have the Best Summer Yet

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Recently, Lifestyle Expert, Carmen Ordonez conducted a satellite media tour to share tips and innovative solutions to help families plan their summer food prep and make the most of their well-deserved break. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/dYbyOc1EI0I Starting June 15th, DoorDash is kicking off its fourth annual Summer of DashPass – five jam-packed weeks of thousands of exciting member-only offers from nearly 200,000 stores nationwide. From food and flowers to grocery and convenience items, to everything you need for swim time, sports games and so much more, getting on-demand access to thousands of deals across the nation to live your best summer yet has never been easier with DoorDash. DoorDash is simplifying vacation meal planning for families, providing convenient and delicious solutions so you can enjoy a fun-filled summer. DashPass is DoorDash’s membership program that offers $0 delivery fees, reduced service fees and member-only benefits on eligible orders – saving members over $35 a month on average**. During Summer of DashPass, DashPass members will be able to access nationwide, thrilling offers from beloved restaurant favorites like Taco Bell, Wendy’s, and Starbucks as well as thousands of offers from retailers and grocers like DICK’s Sporting Goods, Walgreens, ALDI, and more. Below are just a few of the hottest deals and sweepstakes over five weeks, only with DashPass*: Everything You Need for Your 4th of July Celebration | June 29 – July 5 - Free Volcano Burrito or Taco on orders of $15+ at Taco Bell (terms apply). Plus, use code FFXVI when you order from the Taco Bell Volcano menu from 6/29-7/5, get free downloadable content in FINAL FANTASY XVI and get automatically entered for a chance to win a game copy of FINAL FANTASY XVI on the PlayStation®5 (PS5™) - 40% off orders $50+, up to $25 at Sprouts Farmers Market - 30% off orders $15+ (max $10) at Dollar General - 20% off $35+ up to $10 off on all alcohol orders. Must be 21+ to order. Drink responsibly - Spend $5 at 7-Eleven and get a free Slurpee® drink on Friday Dog Days of Summer | July 6 – July 12 - Spend $25, get a free ExtraMostBestest® pepperoni or cheese pizza at Little Caesar’s - $10 off orders $20+ after 10pm at Wendy’s - $20 off orders $50+ at ALDI with the purchase of one ALDI Find Cool Off with National Ice Cream Day and Cool Coffee Deals | July 13 – July 19 - Buy 2, Get $5 off (mix & match) Talenti, Ben & Jerry’s, Breyers, Popsicle, Magnum, Good Humor and Klondike in select stores all week for National Ice Cream Day - $10 off orders $20+ from 12-3pm all week at Starbucks - $6 off orders $30+ at Wingstop, plus exclusive delivery access to a limited time flavor - 50% off all orders of $20+ (max $15) at DashMart - 30% off orders $30+ at RiteAid - 30% off orders $25+ (max $10) at 7-Eleven Spend $5 at 7-Eleven and get a free Slurpee® drink on Friday **Estimated savings are based on average savings for DashPass members and do not include the subscription fees members pay. Plus, throughout Summer of DashPass, consumers will have several chances to win exciting experiences and exclusive items. From music festival passes, to hot summer concert tickets, to epic sports games, to a limited-edition cooler that’ll get you your DoorDash order wherever you are, and more, the greatest summer of all time is all on the app. Visit doordash.com/dashpass to ensure you can access Summer of DashPass and other exclusive perks. *Terms and conditions apply to all offers. **Estimated savings are based on average savings for DashPass members and do not include the subscription fees members pay. About Carmen Ordonez Carmen Ordonez is a TV Host, on-air lifestyle expert and founder of Viva Fashion and AndyO Organics. She's been featured in numerous media outlets including The New York Times, The Today Show, People Magazine and CNN to name a few. In 2015, she lost her 34 year-old husband to Stage 4 stomach cancer leaving her a widow at the age of 31 with a 2 year-old son. Today her goal is to empower other widows and widowers to live a life on purpose. Carmen is newly remarried and resides in Surfside, Florida along with her husband, son and baby girl. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

July 18, 2023 06:59 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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