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Holiday Season Retail Sales Forecasts Are Down – Yoshitsu Could Be Well Placed To Make The Most Of Potentially More Robust Wholesale Trends As Demand Is Pulled Forward

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Consumer behavior has changed in many ways since the COVID-19 pandemic hit the world in 2020. One of the key changes was in the way people did their shopping. Most people had to work from home at the time and due to the stay-at-home orders and multiple lockdowns, consumers looked for avenues to shop online and avoid indoor venues like shopping malls and restaurants. E-commerce witnessed an all-time peak in 2020 increasing by $244.2 billion or 43%, rising from $571.2 billion in 2019 to $815.4 billion in 2020. Two years on, these consumer behavior changes continue to be evidenced and e-commerce seems to be here to stay with many brands pivoting their business strategies to include e-commerce in a more significant way to remain competitive. Even with e-commerce, the holiday season is usually the perfect time for a boost in sales, when holiday discounts, gift-giving, festivities, parties and social pressures create a massive influx of consumer spending. Holiday Ecommerce Sales Growth In 2022 Could Likely Drop Below Pre-Pandemic Levels Although the fabulously high levels of e-commerce sales reached during the pandemic and its corresponding holiday season may have been something of an exception, typically the U.S. has always seen a double-digit increase in e-commerce growth during the holiday season. During 2021 the increase in retail e-commerce sales dipped to below pre-pandemic levels to 8.6%, seemingly on account of the post-pandemic economic slowdown –- with cash-strapped consumers being hesitant to open their wallets. The downward trend may continue this year, with reports estimating that U.S. consumers will spend even less in the 2022 holiday season. E-commerce sales seem set to grow by an underwhelming 2.5% according to Insider Intelligence. One of the factors affecting this number could be the sales events that e-commerce giants like Amazon and Walmart initiated in October, ahead of the holiday season which have likely pulled demand forward. While the retail e-commerce scenario seems not so encouraging, wholesale e-commerce could continue to thrive regardless of seasonal trends, as the key drivers of the business are quite different for wholesale e-commerce as compared to retail. Wholesale Businesses Might Benefit Greatly From Using Ecommerce Wholesale e-commerce is a business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce model where businesses sell products in bulk at a discounted price to other businesses, instead of selling products individually to consumers – essentially acting as the intermediary between the manufacturer and the distributor or retailer. A significant advantage of e-commerce for wholesale businesses is that they aren't bound by physical location and can reach customers all around the globe via their website, social media and various marketplaces. Moreover, e-commerce makes life much more convenient for wholesalers by enabling them to research options and make their purchases right from their mobile phones while on the move, without having to involve sales. In addition, by using e-commerce platforms, wholesalers can lower or even eliminate unnecessary costs even as they expand their online presence, resulting in improved profitability. Yoshitsu’s Wholesale Businesses Could Help It Sail Through The Holiday Season Tokyo-based Yoshitsu Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ: TKLF), a Japanese retailer and wholesaler of beauty and health products, home goods and food has seemingly benefitted from its mixed model approach of straddling both the wholesale and retail business worlds and selling its products through the use of e-commerce as well as via brick and mortar stores. Yoshitsu has an extensive business network both in Japan and abroad, including over 200 wholesale clients, numerous online stores in China, Korea and Japan, several franchise stores in the United States, Canada, China (Hong Kong) and the United Kingdom, apart from company-operated stores in Japan. The company’s online stores, franchised stores and wholesale operations account for up to 95% of its revenue, which hit $221.51 million in 2021, up from $139.57 million in 2020. The company has been expanding its warehouse operations to support its wholesale businesses and as part of its proposed global expansion in Europe, recently leased its first 2,362-square-foot warehouse in London. Yoshitsu also recently opened a new retail store in China (Hong Kong) as part of the company's long-term plan to expand its presence in China. China reportedly contributed 75% of the company's annual revenue in 2021 and the company was also featured as one of the top five stocks to buy to invest in China in a recently published article on WealthyVC. The health and beauty products market in Japan is expected to grow from $24.6 billion in 2022 to $29.7 billion in 2025. In North America, it is projected to do even better and reach $455.1 billion, and in China it's expected to grow to $137.7 billion during the same time frame. With its growing footprint in all the right markets, and a strong wholesale and retail presence straddling both e-commerce and brick-and-mortar approaches, Yoshitsu could be positioned for growth in the coming years. This post contains sponsored advertising 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

December 14, 2022 08:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

“Goodbye Princess” makes waves across the internet with almost 42 million views

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HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 14 December 2022 - Tia Lee (Lee Yu Fen), a global C-POP singer, film and television actress, and fashion icon, today launched the global #EmpowerHer campaign following the successful release of the “Goodbye Princess” music video (MV) on 9 th December 2022. It has already achieved significant success with over 1 million in 10 hours after premiere, and within 5 days after the premiere, the viewership on Tia’s YouTube channel exceeds 26 million viewership, breaking the record for C-pop songs. As of now, “Goodbye Princess” garners an overwhelming combined almost 42 million views on YouTube and Weibo, the MV marks Tia’s comeback as a global solo artist and her bold resurgence as she rises above and conquers her past challenges. With “ Goodbye Princess” symbolising Tia’s evolution into a new, empowered and uplifted version of herself as she explores her new world, the global #EmpowerHer campaign aims to reinforce the song’s themes of female empowerment and encourage all women to bravely embrace their true selves, become stronger and build a more promising future. Tia launched the global #EmpowerHer campaign today The Creation of the Global #EmpowerHer Campaign Inspired by her own personal journey and renewed inner strength, Tia launched the #EmpowerHer campaign to rally women and girls worldwide to believe in themselves, say goodbye to stifling obstacles, and stand up taller and stronger in the face of any adversity. Overall, the campaign aims to support and promote the ‘Female Empowers Female’ concept and benefit as many female-centric charitable causes as possible on a global scale to create a greater good for the global female population. The campaign’s selected beneficiaries include Daughters Of Tomorrow in Singapore, Beats By Girlz and Women in Music in the United States, Teen’s Key in Hong Kong, and more. As the #EmpowerHer campaign hits its stride globally, donations will be channelled to these beneficiaries during the campaign period, supporting their operations and goals to build a better future for women. To get the ball rolling in support of these charities, each view of the “ Goodbye Princess ” music video will help to empower women around the world. Every time a viewing benchmark is met a donation will be made to the #EmpowerHer campaign, one of the biggest initiatives to support the empowerment of women worldwide. The #EmpowerHer campaign will split up to a maximum of HKD3.8million (approximately USD$480,000) between the selected charities. Tia chose the figure 3.8 million because of its significance as the date of International Women’s Day, March 8th. “Our goal is for every young woman to have the opportunity to follow the path they envision for herself. In our eyes, success is when young women become independent, confident, and capable of making their own decisions. Tia's journey of resilience inspires not just our girls and young women, but also the world – giving us the confidence to believe that we are all unique and each of us has the potential to create a future filled with more possibilities than we can even imagine. Thank you for such a meaningful initiative! It is a pleasure to be one of the beneficiaries of the #EmpowerHer campaign,” said Rachel Chow, Resource Development Manager, Teen’s Key Hong Kong. "Donations like those from the #EmpowerHer campaign allow Women in Music to educate, empower, and advance women in the music industry. We're delighted to be included alongside other non-profit organisations working to create change," said Nicole Barsalona, President, Women in Music. "Daughters Of Tomorrow'' is delighted to be the benefiting charity for the launch of Tia Lee's "Goodbye Princess" and the #EmpowerHer campaign, which seeks to inspire, uplift and empower women. This resonates with DOT's mission of empowering women through economic means, enabling them to uplift their families,” said Fannie Lim, Executive Director of Daughters Of Tomorrow. “We recognise that every person has their own journeys – milestones to check, circumstances to overcome and aspirations that they wish to live for. Recognising that everyone has dreams of their own, our role is to cheer each one towards creating a better tomorrow for themselves. We wish Tia Lee great success in empowering many more women during this campaign." "Beats By Girlz is delighted to be a part of the #EmpowerHer campaign. We have a shared vision of empowering women and gender minorities through music and are happy to be doing this work in partnership with Tia Lee," said Erin Barra, Executive Director, Beats By Girlz. Rise of the Global #EmpowerHerDance TikTok Dance Challenge Dancers around the world have risen to the challenge of covering the signature choreography to “Goodbye Princess” on the short-form video platform TikTok, featuring energetic yet rhythmic full body movements and a signature ‘goodbye’ hand gesture. The upbeat, unabashedly feminine choreography embodies a revitalisation of Tia’s mind and body after overcoming past challenges in the fashion and entertainment industry, setting her free to express her own strength. Among the earliest dancers and personalities to have joined the dance challenge include globally renowned Australian-Filipino dancer and choreographer, Hannah Balanay, Australia’s most popular creator on TikTok last year. She is best known for her dance to Dua Lipa’s song “Don’t Start Now”, which went viral on the platform. Hannah Balanay initiated #EmpowerHerDance TikTok Dance Challenge The emergence of this dance challenge has birthed the hashtag #EmpowerHerDance, which contains all the videos of the dance covers and further lends strength to the global #EmpowerHer campaign. Tia Lee has championed female empowerment throughout her career and has made it a key focus of the “Goodbye Princess” campaign. Prior to releasing the MV, Tia launched an associated 6-part animation series that told the tale of her journey in the music and entertainment industry through a creative synergy of music, animation, and fashion videography. Her story of bravely overcoming obstacles resonated with many, garnering a viewership of over 100 million within a month and putting the pre-release campaign well on track to become the most successful engagement campaign of all time by a C-Pop artiste. Beyond her music, Tia has also advocated for female empowerment in beauty and fashion. She has joined many A-listers such as Justin Bieber and Alicia Keys on the covers of popular magazines such as Vogue and ROLLACOASTER, and has used these illustrious platforms to spread her message of inner strength and empowerment – as well as to inspire other women with her story, which is built on a strong foundation of persistence, hard work, and self-belief. The “Goodbye Princess” MV and full pre-campaign series with complementing fashion videography can be watched on Tia’s social media channels. Official press materials: Tia Lee Official Channels: Instagram @leeyufen: https://www.instagram.com/leeyufen/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tialeeofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeyufentialee/ Weibo: https://weibo.com/u/1396928042/ About Tia Lee | Lee Yu Fen: Tia Lee (李毓芬), born in Taipei, is a global C-pop singer, film and television actress, and fashion icon. In addition to her acting roles and musical career, Tia appears frequently at major fashion shows. As a fashion icon and trend-setter, Tia has graced the covers of fashion, beauty and lifestyle magazines such as Vogue, Elle, Marie Claire, and shares her beauty and fashion tips through a number of Vogue’s social media channels. Contact Details Redhill Asia Media Contact +852 6077 7342 global@redhill.asia

December 14, 2022 04:15 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Mike Bako Captures the Holiday Season with GoPro Hero 11 Black

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A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/qjpGbNVC1x0 Some of the biggest trends of the year come from social media and platforms like TikTok. Mike Bako says, “That means content creators of all ages will love the GoPro HERO11 Black. It's one of my favorites!” The GoPro HERO11 Black delivers the highest resolution with 5.3K video and 27 megapixel photo, highest 10-bit color depth, highest level of video stabilization with HyperSmooth 5.0 and widest field of view ever featured on a GoPro HERO camera. Bako adds, “Sharing memories on-the-go has never been easier with HERO11 Black’s auto highlight video feature, which automatically creates highlight reels of your footage with the GoPro Quik app and a GoPro Subscription, which comes with unlimited cloud storage.” Find out more at GoPro.com. Direct Link: https://gopro.com/en/us/shop/cameras/hero11-black/CHDHX-111-master.html Social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gopro/ Instagram: @gopro Twitter: @GoPro Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

December 13, 2022 04:10 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Benzinga To Host This Year’s Premiere Alternative Investment Event

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Click Here to check out Benzinga's 2022 Alternative Investing Event Riding the momentum of its Future of Crypto event and the Benzinga Fintech Deal Day and Awards, Benzinga is looking to score a hat trick in December with its next iteration of events, bringing an impressive panel of notables in the alternative investment space for an in-depth dive into the industry. Benzinga is set to host its Alternative Investing Event this Wednesday, December 14th, 2022. The event will be live streamed starting at 11am EST and will feature respected and notable leaders within the alternative investments space. Hear more from companies seeking to provide retail investors access to investment opportunities traditionally reserved for institutions and high-net-worth individuals. The speakers include: Sachin Jhangiani, Co-Founder and CEO of Elevate.Money Artem Milinchuk, Founder and Head of Strategy and Special Projects at Farm Together David Koifman, Vice President of Sales, and Erik Straub, Head of Product and Co-Founder of Kickfurther Brian Sigler, Managing Director of Investor Relations at Realty Mogul Joe Ollis, Chief Investment Officer at Peak Group Alex Epstein, Associate in Real Estate Investment Banking at LEX Markets Itai Avneri, Deputy CEO and COO, INX Watch the event LIVE here: This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

December 13, 2022 01:40 PM Eastern Standard Time

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COMCAST IS ROLLING OUT MULTI-GIG INTERNET SPEEDS TO SALT LAKE CITY HOMES AND BUSINESSES

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Today Comcast launched an additional multi-gig Internet speed tier over its fiber-backed network to Xfinity and Comcast Business customers in Salt Lake City. Salt Lake City is the first community in Utah where Comcast is beginning to deliver download speeds of up to 2 Gbps over the network connections already existing in homes and businesses today. Once the rollout is complete, these multi-gig speeds will be available in all of Comcast’s service area in Salt Lake City, as well as throughout Comcast’s entire footprint in Utah. The new offerings are part of a nationwide rollout that will reach more than 50 million homes and businesses before the end of 2025 – making it the largest- and fastest-ever multi-gig network and WiFi deployment in the United States. In addition to multi-gigabit download speeds, Comcast is introducing faster upload speeds in Salt Lake City to Xfinity Internet customers who choose xFi Complete. New speeds will be paired with Comcast’s multi-gig Wi-Fi experience, which delivers the industry’s best combination of speed, coverage, and control, powered by one of the world’s first Wi-Fi 6E Gateways. Xfinity and Comcast Business customers will receive up to 5x to 10X faster upload speeds than their current levels. Comcast will begin offering 10G-enabled multi-gig symmetrical services in 2023. Network data shows downstream traffic remains 14X greater than upload, so the introduction of symmetrical upload speeds will be well in advance of demand. "One key takeaway from the pandemic remains clear: high-speed internet access is critical for everyone," said J.D. Keller, senior vice president, Comcast Mountain West Division. "Utah businesses need reliable, high-speed internet services -- students need to complete homework -- and families need to connect to loved ones around the globe. Comcast's continued investments in our network ensure Utahns have the technology to participate in today's digital world." “Investing in technology and infrastructure ensures Salt Lake City maintains the fastest and most reliable internet service for our residents,” said Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall. “In my work as a founding member of the Utah Broadband Coalition, I’ve seen how the benefits of Comcast’s investments extend to businesses, government organizations, students and all Utahns; including seniors, veterans and those in low-income households. We greatly appreciate Comcast’s announcement today because it prepares us for tomorrow’s demands.” Faster speeds are just one of the consumer benefits made possible through Comcast’s continued efforts to evolve its entire network to 10G. 10G is a next-generation technology platform supported by a global collaboration of companies in the Internet industry focused on building networks that stay ahead of consumer demand for connectivity. Over the past several years, Comcast has been transitioning to a digital network technology – powered by a virtualized platform – that delivers greater reliability and increased performance. With it, rather than maintaining, updating, and replacing traditional analog network appliances by hand – which can take days or even weeks – Comcast engineers can reliably maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade core network components almost instantly, with a few keystrokes on a laptop or mobile app. This also makes the network much more energy efficient and is an important element of Comcast’s plan to become carbon neutral by 2035. Because Comcast is evolving its entire network architecture, equipment, and customer devices, it’s uniquely positioned to deliver these advancements in speed, reliability, and performance to everyone it serves, not just a select few. And because much of this work is powered by software, these changes can be made with far less disruption to customers than other technologies. The new multi-gig speeds are available today to Xfinity and Comcast Business customers in parts of Salt Lake City and will be rolled out to Comcast markets across the country through 2025. Visit Xfinity or Comcast Business to learn more and sign up for these exciting new products. More about Comcast in Utah: · Comcast has nearly 700 miles of fiber in Salt Lake City – nearly 5,000 miles throughout the state of Utah. · More than 1 million homes and businesses have access to Xfinity and Comcast Business products and services statewide, including more than 100,000 in Salt Lake City. · Comcast has invested more than $389.6M in its network in Utah alone in the last three years. · We make continuous strategic investments in building broadband network capacity to stay ahead of demand — effectively doubling our capacity every 2.5 years. · Since 2011, Comcast has connected nearly 160,000 income-constrained Utahns to the Internet through its Internet Essentials Program –the nation’s largest and most successful private-sector low-income broadband adoption program. The program provides income-eligible people the ability to connect to the Internet for $9.95 per month. Additionally, Comcast participates in the Federal Affordable Connectivity Program which provides those who are eligible a $30 per month credit for the Internet service. · As part of Comcast’s ongoing commitment to help connect low-income families to the internet, Comcast also worked with our network of nonprofit, community, and city partners to equip nearly 39 locations across Utah with WiFi- connected Lift Zones where students and adults can get online, participate in learning and workforce development trainings, and access critical resources. About Comcast Corporation Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company that connects people to moments that matter. We are principally focused on connectivity, aggregation, and streaming with 57 million customer relationships across the United States and Europe. We deliver broadband, wireless, and video through our Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky brands; create, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, Universal Studio Group, Sky Studios, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, multiple cable networks, Peacock, NBCUniversal News Group, NBC Sports, Sky News, and Sky Sports; and provide memorable experiences at Universal Parks and Resorts in the United States and Asia. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information. Contact Details Deneiva Knight +1 520-345-9792 deneiva_knight@comcast.com Company Website https://utah.comcast.com/

December 13, 2022 11:00 AM Mountain Standard Time

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Coinplay Welcomes World Cup Bettors With 100% Bonus Worth up to 5,000 USDT

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Licensed crypto sportsbook Coinplay has unveiled its largest welcome bonus to date. Designed to coincide with the World Cup knockout stages, the promotion will see new signups enjoy a 100% match on their first deposit. Up to 5,000 USDT will be awarded to new users, effectively doubling the stake they can wager with. Coinplay’s casino platform and sportsbook offer competitive odds on many different sports and esports – especially football. The website design is intuitive, making it easy to find the latest odds, which is important for live bets. To take a break from betting there are thousands of slots and games in the casino section, and the whole platform is translated into more than 30 languages. There’s also a mobile version to complement the desktop one. Registration with Coinplay takes just a few clicks and there is a special widget for the quick exchange of fiat (regular money via Visa/Mastercard) into crypto. Players can start betting much faster than with a regular bookmaker. Experienced crypto users will appreciate more than 40 accepted cryptocurrencies and the ability to use up to five of them in a single account. Key features of Coinplay’s sportsbook and casino include: An endless choice of high odds User-friendly design Easy fiat-crypto transfer 100% Welcome Bonus World Cup promotion with huge prizes New users who sign up to Coinplay and receive a 100% deposit match can put their money to work on predicting the winners of the knockout stages of the World Cup – or by correctly calling the outright tournament winner. Coinplay is also running a special promotion called World Cup Heat. Every bet over 2 USDT placed on a World Cup match will be matched with lottery tickets. Every ticket provides a chance to win one of nine prizes of up to 4,000 USDT. The overall prize purse dis 15,000 USDT, providing plenty of additional incentives to place a wager on the World Cup. About Coinplay Coinplay is the licensed crypto sportsbook and gambling platform launched in November 2022. Different betting options are offered on sporting and non-sporting events, as well as thousands of slots, live casino and other games available for users. 40 different crypto coins can be used for deposit and withdrawal, and a special exchange widget helps users to buy crypto via their VISA or Mastercard. Coinplay stands out with their generous 100% Welcome bonus of up to 5,000 USDT and cashback on sports bets or casino games. Contact Details Coinplay Mariia Pushkinskaya marketing@coinplay.com

December 13, 2022 10:18 AM Eastern Standard Time

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PENNSYLVANIA GAMING CONTROL BOARD APPROVES JOCK MKT TO BECOME STATE’S FIRST APPROVED STOCK MARKET FOR FANTASY SPORTS

Jock MKT

Backed by many of the giants of the sports betting industry and inspired by a traditional stock exchange, Jock MKT ( Jock Market ) announced it is fully operational in the State of Pennsylvania as of December 2022. Jock MKT allows users to buy and sell virtual shares of athletes in the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, PGA Tour, and NASCAR in real time during every second of every game for real money. Jock MKT is available via iPhone, Android, and the web for adults 18 and over and physically located in approved states. Launched in 2020, Jock MKT executives spent nearly two years working with the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to obtain a license to operate in Pennsylvania. The platform is now available in 35 states, including the nearby states of New Jersey and Ohio. As of Dec. 13, Jock MKT customers have traded 19.3 million shares, placing orders that exceed a combined $218 million on the platform. “With some of the nation’s most knowledgeable and passionate sports fans residing in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, we know residents in Pennsylvania are going to enjoy the strategies and intricacies of Jock MKT,” said Jock MKT CEO Tyler Carlin. “Like a traditional stock market, our platform involves skill. However, with today’s news, we may see demand surge for shares of Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, and Joel Embiid on one side of the state and Kenny Pickett and Sidney Crosby on the other.” Jock MKT’s main differentiator is its cash market format – this unique offering gives users more flexibility and optionality versus typical daily fantasy contests. Customers can join at any time and for any dollar amount. They can buy and sell shares of athletes in real-time, lock in gains by selling early hot performers to another customer in-game, or hold to the end and receive fixed Jock MKT payouts tied to final player rankings based on overall fantasy scoring. Each cash market starts with an “Initial Player Offering,” or an IPO, where users have their first opportunity to bid on shares before any contest. As an organization, Jock MKT has tripled its workforce over the last year and plans to continue adding new features and offerings for fans. Jock MKT recently introduced longer-term markets that allow users to root for a player for a month or longer while having the opportunity for a monetary return in the short term. Jock MKT’s co-founder is Tyler Carlin, a 2013 MIT Sloan School of Management graduate. The platform raised its first round of funding led by Will Ventures, followed by a Series A round led by Left Lane Capital. Will Ventures’ Founding Partner and Managing Director is Isaiah Kacyvenski, a retired eight-year NFL veteran with a Harvard MBA. About Jock MKT Headquartered in Boston and launched in 2020, Jock MKT ( JockMKT.com ) is a skill-based fantasy gaming platform where customers can make real money – every minute, every second, of every game. Inspired by a traditional stock exchange, Jock MKT allows customers to buy and sell shares of athletes in real time. Jock MKT was co-founded by Tyler Carlin, and investors include Left Lane Capital, Will Ventures, Ryan Moore, Brandon Adams, Benjie Cherniak, Tim McSweeney, and Alumni Ventures Group. Available in the U.S. in 35 states, Jock MKT offers gaming options for events tied to the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, PGA Tour, and NASCAR. # # # Contact Details Eric Nemeth nemeth@ericpr.com Company Website https://jockmkt.com/

December 13, 2022 09:05 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Best Esports Betting Sites: Top Esports Bookmakers for Games & Bonuses

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The esports betting market size has grown from nothing to an outstanding value of over $10,03bn USD in just 10 years. As a result, now we have lots of new esports bookmakers with generous bonuses and plenty of betting options, along with millions of people that want to get involved. The problem is, do you know how to recognize a legit and solid esports bookmaker? You don’t have to, because we’ve done the heavy work for you by reviewing ALL the esports bookmakers in existence, to build a ranking with only the best esports betting sites. Huge bonuses, highest odds, lots of betting markets, clean reputation, outstanding customer support service, and more. You can expect this from our recommended esports betting sites - find the ranking below. Top 9 Esports Betting Bookmakers in 2023 Here you have our ranking of the best Esports bookmakers in 2023 - with huge bonuses, great odds, lots of markets, and many other surprises awaiting for you. 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Midnite - Best Mobile App Midnite might not be the most popular esports betting site, but it’s still a solid choice, especially if you want to bet from your phone or tablet. This platform has developed the best esports betting mobile app for iOS and Android, because it’s light-weight, fast, offers access to most esports and markets, exclusive offers and in-match streaming and betting options. The desktop website is also solid: great navigability, awesome UX, and it loads fast. The only issue with Midnite is that it only supports 5 deposit methods. Still, other than that, it’s well-equipped with lots of events, solid odds and an unbeatable mobile betting experience. 6. Pinnacle - Best Odds Pinnacle, the absolute best esports bookmaker when it comes to odds. And it’s also the bookie with the highest limit for withdrawals, so it’s good for high-rollers as well. However, Pinnacle has a lot more to offer. This bookie covers plenty of esports: Dota 2, CS:GO. LoL, Honor of Kings, CoD, Rocket League, Overwatch, Wild Rift, WoW, Starcraft, and more. As you can see, it covers the major titles and niche games. When it comes to live betting, Pinnacle does an excellent job. Even though options like Rivalry and Loot.bet are better in this regard, Pinnacle compensates it with the high odds they pay for practically every event and betting option. 7. Betway - Top Rated UK Bookmaker Betway, just like Bet365, is one of the most reputable and well-established bookies in the world, and it has also started offering coverage to esports matches and events. This bookie covers the following esports: CSGO, Dota 2, CoD, League of Legends, StarCraft 2, PUBG, Overwatch, World of Warcraft, and Rocket League. It also covers the majority of big events such as BLAST Pro Series, ESL Pro League, IEM Leagues, and ESL Latin American. You will have access to most matches and betting markets for the mentioned esports. When it comes to bonuses, you can claim free bets that you can use on your favorite esports. Furthermore, it’s an excellent choice for UK bettors because it fully complies with the regulations of the country, so you can bet on most markets without restrictions. 8. Rivalry - Best Free Streaming We know that many of you might prefer in-match betting over pre-match betting, and that’s why you will love Rivalry, because it offers the best free streaming service. It covers practically all the esports from CS:GO and Dota 2 to Wild Rift and Halo… it covers over 20 esports with plenty of available events. The free streaming allows you to follow all the matches you want, with excellent in-match betting options with generous odds. The problem with Rivalry is that it doesn’t accept users from the UK or the USA. And the welcome bonus is not especially generous. But if you want a platform with a huge coverage of events and the best streaming service, then Rivalry is what you need in your life. 9. Loot.bet - Best Gamified Bookie Loot.bet is just another solid platform for esports betting, but when it comes to gamification, it’s the best bookie out there. From the moment you join it, you will see that it’s been developed by gamers for gamers, because you get constant bonuses and incentives to bet on most matches. You will feel like you’re playing another game, adding more adrenaline to your experience. At Loot.bet, you can bet on esports such as LoL, CS:GO, Dota 2, King of Glory, Call of Duty, Rainbow Six, FIFA, Halo, Quake, PUBG, Valorant, Smite, Street Fighter V, Starcraft, and several others. Simply put, Loot.bet is part of the esports bookies with the biggest coverage of games and events. It’s also equipped with a solid streaming service and in-match betting capabilities, making it a good alternative to Rivalry. You can also use cryptocurrencies at Loot.bet, in addition to traditional payment methods. You can claim bonuses with all of them, including a sweet matched bonus of $100 up to 100%. How We Selected the Top Sites for Esports Betting If you want to know more about the process we used to pick, analyze and rank each one of our recommended esports betting sites, then be our guest. Come with us to discover our exclusive review process. License & Reputation The first filter is to check if a competent authority licenses the esports betting site and if it’s been rated and reviewed positively by customers. Our sites are licensed by entities such as the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission, Malta Gaming Authority, Curaçao Gaming Control Board, and Malta Gambling Commissioner. Furthermore, we’ve researched the entire internet - social media, forums, review sites, and more - to objectively evaluate the reputation of each one of the sites we recommended. They all have positive ratings and comments, with very few complaints. We also make sure that the site has been audited by a relevant company such as eCOGRA, iTech Labs, Quinel, or PWC, to make sure that the platform works correctly and is not rigged against you in any sense. Available Esports & Markets You need to bet at an esports bookmaker with plenty of available esports and markets, and that’s why we’ve considered this factor at the hour of building this ranking. All of them cover the major esports such as CS:GO, Dota 2, LoL, FIFA, CoD, Fortnite, and Valorant. So, you can bet on different esports without leaving the site. We’ve also selected bookmakers like Luckbox, which is the best site for betting on niche esports such as Honor of Kings, Warcraft, Starcraft II, Hearthstone, and Rainbow Six. This site in particular offer the best of mainstream and niche events, so it offers one of the biggest coverages in the industry. Odds You need an esports betting site with solid odds, and that’s why all of our recommended bookmakers offer the highest payouts in the industry. We’ve made sure that our sites meet this standard by manually checking their odds for the biggest events (recent), as well as for previous matches. We have compared all the esports bookmakers in existence, and only picked the highest-paying ones. For example, Pinnacle is the esports betting site with the best overall odds, especially for pre-match bets. Bonuses & Promos A legit bookmaker with lots of esports and great odds also needs to offer solid bonuses and promotions. That’s why we have considered it as one of the most important benefits that an esports betting site can offer. Live Streaming & Live Betting A solid esports betting site also needs to offer you a stable live streaming service along with live betting capabilities. Because in-match betting can bring you outstanding opportunities that you cannot afford to lose. The sites we recommend bring a solid live streaming service with great coverage, thanks to their fast servers and optimal configuration, so you can watch the events in real time to place your live bets with absolute precision. Payment Methods A good esports bookmaker needs to offer you plenty of deposit and withdrawal methods, so you can use different currencies and assets for gambling and administering your winnings. Be it eWallets such as PayPal and Skrill, cards such as Mastercard and Visa, cryptocurrencies, skins or mobile payments and prepaid cards, our sites bring you plenty of choices and freedom to deposit and withdraw your money the way you wish. Online Security All of our recommended esports betting sites comply with the highest standards of online security, in order to protect your private info and money. All of our sites have their own SSL certificate, dedicated online security team, DDoS protection and capable servers. Furthermore, our reviewed sites are free from scandals such as data leaks or hacks. They’ve protected their users from day number one… that’s the kind of security you will get by joining our suggested bookmakers. Customer Support Finally, we’ve also made sure that all of our recommended bookmakers can bring you outstanding customer support service, be it for simple enquiries or for serious problems such as issues cashing out your winnings or complications with KYC procedures. Our recommended sites are available 24/7 and can attend your messages via online chat, phone and email, or you can solve them on your own by visiting their complete F.A.Q and Knowledge Base. The Top Esports You Can Bet On Don’t you know which esports to bet on? No problem. We’ve also included the top esports you can bet on at our recommended bookmakers. Here you have the top esports you can bet on at our recommended bookies: CS:GO Dota 2 League of Legends FIFA Fortnite Call of Duty Valorant Starcraft II NBA 2K Overwatch Rainbow Six These games have the biggest number of tournaments, events, and matches. Furthermore, bookies tend to prefer them over niche titles, so you will have more betting opportunities, as well as additional benefits when it comes to in-game betting. You need to get involved if you want to win more bets on any of these games. Start by playing them, watching matches and learning from other bettors, so you can spot good betting opportunities and capitalize on them. Types of Esports Gambling Websites It’s also important to know about the different types of esports betting sites at your disposal, which is why we’ve decided to discuss them in this section. Conventional Bookmakers Here you will find sites like Bet365 and Betway, which are well-established and traditional operators that have decided to start offering esports betting as a new service, given the rising popularity of this sector. The principal advantage of these sites is that they’ve been in the business of sports betting for over 10 years, and hence, they have a solid and clean record that might bring you more security and confidence than bookmakers that have been only for just a couple of years. Both Betway and Bet365 have offices around the world and they’re amongst the biggest operators in the world, which is more than enough to let you see that they’re legit esports betting platforms. Dedicated Esports Bookmakers Here you will find the majority of our recommended betting sites because they exclusively focus on esports. The best examples are GG.bet, Rivalry, Luckbox and Midnite. The principal advantage of these sites is that they bring a bigger coverage of esports, matches and betting markets, as well as bonuses and promos that are more sound to gamers and esports bettors. Dedicated esports betting sites also tend to offer better streaming services than traditional bookmakers, which is especially important for in-match betting. Skin Esports Betting Sites These are sites that allow you to deposit skins from games like CS:GO, Rust or Dota 2, in order to fund your account and place your bets. You can also withdraw your winnings in skins and even claim exclusive bonuses for skin deposits. If you got a big inventory of skins, then sites like GG.bet and BC.game will happily accept your skins if you wish to place bets on any of the esports and events they cover. Esports Fantasy Bookmakers As the name clearly states it, it’s just fantasy betting translated to the world of esports. If you have experience with fantasy sports betting, then you will get a hold on the esports version really quickly. Some of our recommended bookmakers allow you to indulge into esports fantasy betting, especially if your country has firm regulations against gambling. Esports Social Betting Sites Simply put, here you can bet without spending real money. These are “free” bets in the sense that you don’t have to spend money nor you can claim real money prizes in case you were right with your bets. These “public votes” allow users to interact with each other, but they can also be used as a signal for real money bets, because they can give you insights into which team is more likely to win. Payment Methods for Esports Bets Available (Deposits/Withdrawals) Our recommended esports bookmakers offer you a list of various payment methods for deposits and withdrawals. We’ll talk about each one in detail in this section. eWallets Here you will find services such as PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, WebMoney, Venmo and Zelle. They act as an intermediary between you and the esports betting site at the hour of depositing or withdrawing money. Also, the eWallet deposits are credited almost instantly, and the withdrawals take anywhere from a couple of hours up to 24 hours. If you don’t want to add your cards to a bookmaker, then these sites are the way to go. Thanks to these intermediaries and their encryption tech, you can protect your card info and obtain exclusive bonuses for eWallet deposits. Cards Be it credit or debit cards, most of our recommended sites will accept deposits made with any Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover card. The payments made with debit/credit cards are instant, so you can use them to fund your account real fast. Here you can also find prepaid cards such as ecoPayz and Astropay, which you can fund only with the money you wish to spend on esports betting. This adds an extra layer of protection between your gambling sessions and your main cards or bank accounts. Bank Transfers Although the slowest payment method, it’s still more secure than using your debit/credit cards for a deposit, even more than using eWallets. You can use bank transfers for deposits and withdrawals alike, and all you have to do is to enter your bank and account number. Keep in mind that esports betting sites can take up to 5 business days to process these payments. Mobile Payments You can also fund your account on most of our recommended esports betting sites via Apple Pay and Google Pay. They act the same way as eWallets, but the difference is that these mobile payments can also be used as a deposit method. Here you can also find methods such as Pay by Phone, which charges your deposits to your phone bill; however, this method often comes with strict limits for each deposit, such as only $30-40 per deposit and a max of $100 in deposits per month. Crypto Crypto payments, for example, in BTC, USD, BUSD or even DOGE - are fast, private and you pay very small fees. Furthermore, esports betting sites also offer exclusive bonuses for users who deposit cryptocurrencies. Crypto payments are beneficial if you want to keep your winnings away from the traditional financial system. In a nutshell, if you enjoy fast and cheap deposits and withdrawals, then crypto is the way to go. Our recommended sites support a wide variety of cryptocurrencies such as BTC, ETH and USDT all the way to more niche coins such as LINK, ADA and KDA. Skins Finally, it’s also possible to use your skins from games like CS:GO to fund your account on esports betting sites like GG.bet. And you can also use them at the hour of withdrawing your winnings. Keep in mind that skins will often be converted into the internal currency of the site, in order to place your bets. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) To ensure that you fully understand how esports betting sites work, we’ve created this special section where we’ll answer the most frequently asked questions about these special bookmakers. Which esports can you bet on? You can bet on various esports, but the most popular picks are CS:GO, Dota 2, League of Legends, FIFA, and Rainbow6. However, if you want to bet on a more specific game, such as Rust, you can find available betting options on our recommended esports bookmakers. Can you claim welcome bonuses on esports betting sites? Yes, the esports bookmakers listed in our ranking offer different welcome bonuses such as free money, match up bonus on your first deposit, free bets, cashback, etc. Like a regular bookmaker, you can claim different bonuses to improve your betting experience. Is esports betting legal? Yes, it’s legal in most parts of the world, including several US states such as Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Washington, Delaware, amongst others. However, you should check whether online gambling is considered legal or not in your specific jurisdiction. How to recognize a legit esports betting site? A legit esports bookmaker must have a valid license, enjoy a great online reputation and offer outstanding customer support service. Analyzing an esports betting site will require several hours of work, and that’s why we created this ranking, to save you time by only recommending the top esports bookmakers nowadays. In addition, the following free gambling addiction resources can be of help: http://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ http://www.ncpgambling.org/ http://www.gamblingtherapy.org/ Contact Details Acroud Media Gabriel H gabriel@acroud.media

December 12, 2022 02:18 PM Eastern Standard Time

Tayler Jade Releases Her Debut Christmas EP, Cozy Christmas Vol 1.

Jade Entertainment

Jade Entertainment in association with the House of Jade, announces the release of Tayler Jade’s first Christmas EP, Cozy Christmas Vol 1. Featuring two original songs, Naughty & Nice and Wishlist. Cozy Christmas Vol 1. Songs were written by Tayler Jade and Jacquie Hishmen; Produced by Johnny Mae; with musical accompaniment by Ben Suyat on guitar, Jordyn Krenkel on bass and Lily Joyce on drums. “Cozy Christmas is just that, cozy. With a true R&B feel both songs bring the warmth and love of the holiday season,” said Tayler Jade, singer songwriter and founder of Jade Entertainment. “Both songs will easily slip into your holiday music rotation, bringing you closer to the holidays and the people you love.” Listen to Naughty and Nice Listen to Wishlist “This is the most wonderful time of the year and personally it is my favorite time to celebrate with friends and family,” says Jade. “I hope Cozy Christmas Vol 1. will get my community and all those that celebrate this holiday season into the spirit of giving and sharing with friends and family close and far.” About Tayler JadeTAYLER JADE is a Purpose Driven American Pop/R&B singer-songwriter and Personality Brand. Her debut “Dual Single” released on February 12, 2021 under her own label JADE ENTERTAINMENT, reaching the TOP 40 Billboard Activator Chart alongside the biggest artists in the world. Tayler’s music continues to be a global phenomenon, connecting with music fans worldwide, with over 120 million streams on all the major streaming platforms as well as her proprietary website and App. To learn more about Tayler Jade, we invite you to join her community at TAYLERJADE.COM Contact Details Jade Entertainment Jason Jepson +1 949-394-7033 Jason.Jepson@TaylerJade.com

December 12, 2022 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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