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Which Stocks Are Primed For India's HUGE Social Media Market?

QYOU Media Inc

ValueTheMarkets News Commentary - India is on course to soon become the planet's biggest social media market, with the country gaining some serious ground on China. According to Statista, India's 1.18 billion unique users will be just 33 million behind the top spot. This article examines who is seeking to capitalize on this huge market with reference to Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ: META), Snap Inc (NYSE: SNAP), Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL) and QYOU Media (TSXV: QYOU) (OTC: QYOUF). Meta Platforms enjoys a dominant position in terms of platforms and uses India to test out new monetization strategies. Alphabet has an already hugely successful product in the country, and one of its features looks set to go from strength to strength. Finally, Snap is seeking to leverage its massive audience in the country. QYOU Media (TSXV: QYOU) (OTC: QYOUF) produces and distributes content created by social media stars. It has a multitude of TV channels and platforms and is attracting a rapidly growing audience. Now, the business has brought in bonafide social media royalty to push it to the next stage. It has appointed Indian digital leader and strategist, Raj Mishra, to the role of Group CEO of its India operations. Mishra has held leading roles in some of the most successful app businesses in India. This includes an instrumental role at Musical.ly (now TikTok), leading it to over 150 million monthly active users. He served as Country Head and led Musical.ly to become the most downloaded app on Android and iOS app stores. He oversaw the rebranding transition from musical.ly to TikTok after its 2017 acquisition wherein it racked up 611 million downloads in under three years. Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ: META) is dominant in the Indian social media market. The company's flagship Facebook app has a 55% market share in the country, according to data from July 2023 provided by Statista. Additionally, the same source has its Instagram app as the second biggest platform in the country, with a market share of 36%. Such is the might of the platforms that they have both been confident enough to launch new paid subscription services for Indian users who want an ad-free experience. This is symptomatic of how the company has been operating Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp in the country, with the Financial Times noting that India is often used as something of a testing ground. As well as introducing subscription fees, innovations include click-to-message ad formats. These connect customers and businesses within various chat applications, with the company taking home commission from all business done via the route. Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL) has a huge interest in Indian social network users too. That's because India is the largest audience for the company's YouTube video sharing and social media platform. Data from Statista shows that 462 million Indians tuned in to YouTube in October 2023, with the United States in a distant second place with 236 million. What this tells us is that India is hugely important for YouTube and, by extension, its parent company. The business has a major edge in the country too. With Chinese mega-app TikTok having been banned in India three years ago, the short-form video content space is missing a major competitor. YouTube's "Shorts" feature is going a long way to filling this void, helping the company to maintain its huge numbers of viewers in the country. Snap Inc (NYSE: SNAP) is another business we must discuss when touching on short-form video. Snap has also become hugely popular in India, with figures from Statista showing that its user base is 59% higher than that of the United States. If nothing else, this is a testament to how crazy about social media the Indian population is! But there is still room to grow, according to forecasts. Projections from Statista indicate that, following a ninth consecutive annual increase in user base, the platform will reach 158.63 million users and therefore a new peak in 2027. But how is the company seeking to capitalize on this user base? Like QYOU Media, the company has recently appointed an industry star to run its Indian operations in the form of former Google executive Pulkit Trivedi. With sagging revenues, the app is reportedly targeting India for new growth amid efforts to localize services and shore up ad revenues. India is a massive prospect for social media-savvy companies. But there are multiple routes to taking advantage of this exciting opportunity. QYOU Media has achieved consistent quarterly YoY revenue growth and has brought in a social media whiz to push things to the next level. Meta Platforms is rolling out subscription fees and new ad technology, while Alphabet is taking advantage of short-form video. 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November 02, 2023 11:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Dashtoon secures $5M to bring comic creation to the masses

Dashtoon

The advent of text-to-image AI diffusion models uncovered a promising opportunity for the digital comics landscape, akin to the transformative impact of high-quality camera phones and the rise of platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Now, Dashtoon is on a mission to make this cutting-edge technology accessible to storytellers worldwide, aiming to democratize the creation of digital comics and empower creators across the globe with its Dashtoon AI Studio and Dashtoon Comic Reader Apps. Today, Dashtoon is announcing a $5 million seed funding led by Matrix Partners India and Stellaris Venture Partners with participation from prominent angel investors. San Francisco and London-based Dashtoon was founded in December 2022 by Sanidhya Narain, Lalith Gudipati, and Soumyadeep Mukherjee. Lalith and Sanidhya were both part of the founding team of audio entertainment startup Pocket FM and were instrumental in building and growing the product in the US. Soumyadeep has built and scaled deep-tech teams at various startups including solving for cancer diagnosis at Morphle Labs. A vibrant creator economy for the comics ecosystem exists in markets like Japan and Southeast Asia but not so much in the other parts of the world. Consequently, Japanese Manga and Korean Webtoons have now ascended to the forefront, asserting their dominance over the global comics market while nurturing billion-dollar IPs - replicated into multiple formats like games, movies, TV series, etc. Beyond storytelling, till now, comic creation required hard skills like sketching, coloring, lettering, etc., thus creating an entry barrier for this medium. The current creator ecosystems were built over decades, and it wasn’t possible to replicate them in other parts of the world. But now, with Dashtoon, any storyteller, from published author to aspiring writer, in any part of the world, can effortlessly create, distribute, and monetize their comics and graphic novels - the age of democratization. "Content businesses have largely capitalized on technology for distribution. We at Dashtoon believe it's time to bring that technological edge to content creation itself. Generative AI will not only level the playing field for storytellers worldwide but will also meet the diverse tastes of global consumers.” says Sanidhya Narain, CEO and Co-founder of Dashtoon. Dashtoon Studio, the first of its kind, guarantees unparalleled character consistency, fine control over image composition, and streamlined comic creation workflows. This state-of-the-art platform provides creators access to an extensive character library and the capability to train and monetize their unique characters, enabling the production of professional-quality, engaging content ready for global consumption. “With Dashtoon Studio, any storyteller, regardless of their artistic skills or technical knowledge, can create digital comics, breaking traditional barriers in illustrated content creation. Our vision is to become a global IP powerhouse by marrying thousands of creators with millions of readers,” says Soumyadeep Mukherjee, CTO and Co-founder. For example, a creator can upload their storyboard on Dashtoon Studio, select characters for each panel, and generate images with deterministic and consistent output in a few minutes. The creator can use smart AI editing capabilities in the studio to edit the generated output. What used to take 40-50 hours to create an episode can currently be done in 5-6 hours, thus allowing creators to publish a new episode daily on Dashtoon Comic Reader apps. With further advancement, Dashtoon will add multi-modal capabilities to generate storyboards and dialogues using AI, further reducing the creation time of an episode to less than an hour. Dashtoon Studio is a valuable tool that complements the creative process, empowering creators to unleash their imagination and craft compelling narratives without being bogged down by repetitive, time-consuming tasks. A synergy between technology and creativity paves the way for innovative storytelling and content creation. Dashtoon Comic Reader Apps are a cornerstone for writers desiring to broaden their horizons, offering an invaluable opportunity to penetrate the thriving comics market. For consumers - this means that they do not have to wait weeks for new episodes of their favorite comics - with the increase in content creation speed, they get new episodes daily on Dashtoon Comic Reader. Due to non-existent native creator ecosystems - consumers were mostly limited in choices to consume Japanese manga or Korean webtoons, but now they will get enough native content that is culturally contextual and curated to their choices. “Dashtoon’s mission is to create a world where the art of comic creation is as widespread and culturally ingrained as it is in places like Japan and Korea,” says Lalith Gudipati, COO and Co-founder. “We are thrilled to pioneer a movement that integrates technology and creativity, bringing forth a global creative renaissance in digital comics.” The goal is to build an ecosystem that not only boosts the artistic capabilities and productivity of creators but enables them to monetize their content on Day 1. The readers can access these titles with ease and a user-friendly interface on Dashtoon Comic Reader. With GenAI, the comic book industry has become a greenfield market. Smartphones will become even smarter and more powerful, and the creation will come to mobile devices. This will lead to constant innovations and new formats with a bustling creator-consumer economy, and Dashtoon aims to be at the forefront of it. This funding round will enable Dashtoon to deepen its AI research, progress product development, and content production in the coming months. Naman Lahoty, Principal at Stellaris Venture Partners added: "Content consumption on mobile phones has grown exponentially in the US, from an average of 45 minutes per day in 2011 to a staggering 4 hours per day in 2021. This surge has been fueled by the emergence of new and diverse content formats like short-form videos, audio OTT, podcasts, and casual games that have captivated consumers. Looking ahead, we anticipate that webcomics will emerge as the next wave of growth. As pioneers in this domain, Dashtoon is poised to lead the charge with the founders possesing a perfect mix of content, tech and global user acquisition experience and skills required to build this business.” Aakash Kumar, Managing Director at Matrix Partners India said: “Over several decades content distribution has gone through a phase shift driven by technology, yet we have seen little on the front of content creation being disrupted. In the coming years, the business of content will undergo many transformations and the most important of those is going to be creation getting democratized and boundaries between PGC and UGC getting blurred, and content choices for consumers growing multifold and becoming extensively personalized. We are excited to be partnering with Dashtoon team on their journey to shape this future vision of content.” About Dashtoon Dashtoon is a revolutionary platform that leverages Generative AI technology to enable storytellers worldwide to create illustrated content with unprecedented ease and speed. Dashtoon is curating the best stories globally and visualizing them into comics and graphic novels. Users can discover dazzling universes soaring beyond superheroes and clichés! A realm awaits. It’s as if Manga and HBO teamed up to craft spellbinding comics. For more information, please visit https://dashtoon.com/ About Matrix Partners India Founded in 2006, Matrix Partners India invests in companies targeting the consumer and enterprise market at the seed, early and early growth stages. The firm has invested in several enterprise technology companies such as MoEngage (Customer engagement platform), Toddle (Teaching & learning platform), SuperOps.ai (AI-powered PSA-RMM platform), Rocketlane (Customer onboarding platform), Murf AI (Synthetic speech technology), 100ms (Live video infrastructure) and Atomicwork (Employee success solution) amongst others. Other marquee investments include Dailyhunt (Local language platform), Five Star Business Finance (SME lending), OfBusiness (B2B commerce, fintech), Ola (Mobility), Ola Electric (Electric vehicles), OneCard (Mobile-first credit card), Oxyzo (Tech-enabled smart financing), Razorpay (Payments), Country Delight (D2C dairy & fresh foods brand), GoKwik (E-commerce enablement platform), Jupiter (Neobank), and Mosaic Wellness (Health & wellness), among others. Matrix Partners India has advisory offices in Bangalore, Delhi and Mumbai. Further information is available at www.matrixpartners.in. To know more about our investment philosophy & ideologies, check out the #MatrixMoments podcast series. About Stellaris Venture Partners Stellaris is an early-stage tech-focused VC firm that partners with fearless founders who dream big, think differently, and have an unstoppable desire to challenge the status quo. The fund works with these teams at nascent stages to help transform their ideas into resilient businesses. Stellaris does so with a team of seasoned, diverse operators and entrepreneurs who bring significant experience in building businesses and by providing access to some of the most successful founders and professionals. Since its inception in 2017, Stellaris has backed many market leaders such as Mamaearth, Whatfix, Propelld, Turno, Rigi, and others. For more information on Stellaris Venture Partners, visit https://www.stellarisvp.com. Contact Details Dashtoon Bilal Mahmood +44 7714 007257 b.mahmood@stockwoodstrategy.com Company Website https://dashtoon.com/

November 02, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Sienna Resources, One Of The Largest Landholders In Nevada’s Lithium-Rich Clayton Valley, Begins Drilling At Elko Lithium Project

Benzinga

By Faith Ashmore, Benzinga In order to achieve energy independence, it is crucial for the United States to focus on the growth of its battery industry, considering the increasing utilization of renewable energy in various sectors. Nevada has rich lithium deposits, making it an ideal location to strengthen the domestic battery sector. Lithium – a vital ingredient in the production of batteries for electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy storage and electronic devices – plays a crucial role in making this happen. By prioritizing the development of this sector, the United States can lessen its dependence on foreign sources for lithium and battery manufacturing. Sienna Resources Inc. (OTCMKTS: SNNAF) is a company focused on exploring and developing mineral resources, with a specific focus on lithium and graphite. In the energy space, Sienna Resources is actively involved in identifying and acquiring lithium and graphite projects, particularly in regions known for their rich deposits of these minerals. The company aims to contribute to the growing demand for battery materials, as lithium is a key component for electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy storage. The company is making progress in the energy space, particularly in the lithium sector. Sienna has recently acquired the Elko Lithium Project in Elko County, Nevada, and will begin drilling soon. This project covers approximately 1,200 acres and is in close proximity to Surge Battery Metals' (OTCQX: NILIF) Nevada North Lithium Project, which has yielded high-grade lithium values according to recent reports. Sienna Resources has also recently completed the acquisition of the Silver Peak South Lithium Project (SPSLP), located in Clayton Valley, Nevada. This project connects with Sienna's existing Blue Clay Lithium Project, creating a continuous block of approximately 4,700 acres. With these acquisitions, Sienna has become one of the largest landholders in Clayton Valley. The company is strategically positioned in Clayton Valley, where many developments are taking place. Sienna is working on the pilot plant for lithium clay extraction by Century/Koch Technology Solutions. The results of this pilot plant could have a substantial impact on the industry. Another crucial development is the final analysis of the Schlumberger (NYSE: SLB) DLE pilot plant for brine on Pure Energy's property. This brine basin is home to the only producing lithium project in North America, Albemarle Corporation's (NYSE: ALB) Silver Peak deposit. Sienna Resources, along with Albemarle and Schlumberger, is involved in exploring this region, with each company playing a unique role. Sienna Resources reports it has sufficient funds to support its planned work, with over $2 million in the bank. This seems like an opportune time for the company to commence multiple lithium projects in Nevada, and they are also planning an aggressive marketing program to coincide with their upcoming work programs. The lithium deposits in Nevada, particularly in Clayton Valley, seem to hold promise and may be critical to helping the U.S. achieve energy independence. The region is already home to Albemarle's Silver Peak deposit, the only lithium-producing project in North America. With the increasing global demand for lithium, the development of lithium projects in this region is crucial for meeting the growing needs of the electric vehicle and renewable energy industries. Sienna Resources' presence in Nevada positions them to contribute to the domestic battery industry, reducing reliance on foreign sources of lithium and supporting the country's transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy sources. 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

November 02, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Wishpond Announces Date for Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results Video Conference Call

Wishpond Technologies Ltd.

Vancouver, BC – November 2, 2023 – Wishpond Technologies Ltd. (TSXV: WISH, OTCQX: WPNDF) (the “ Company ” or “ Wishpond ”), a provider of marketing-focused online business solutions, is pleased to announce that it expects to release its Third Quarter Financial Statements and corresponding management’s discussion and analysis for the three months ended September 30, 2023, before market open on Thursday, November 16, 2023. The Company will also host a conference call to discuss the results on the same day at 10:00 am PT (1:00 pm ET). The call will be hosted by Ali Tajskandar, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and David Pais, Chief Financial Officer. Webinar Details: Date: November 16, 2023 Time: 10:00 am PT (1:00 pm ET) Webinar Registration: https://bit.ly/Results_Q3_2023 Please connect 5 minutes prior to the conference call to ensure time for any software download that may be required. WISHPOND TECHNOLOGIES LTD. “Ali Tajskandar” Chairman and Chief Executive Officer About Wishpond Technologies Ltd. Based out of Vancouver, British Columbia, Wishpond is a provider of marketing-focused online business solutions. Wishpond's vision is to become the leading provider of digital marketing solutions that empower entrepreneurs to achieve success online. The Company offers an "all-in-one" marketing suite that provides companies with marketing, promotion, lead generation, and sales conversion capabilities on one integrated platform. Wishpond replaces disparate marketing solutions with an easy-to-use product, for a fraction of the cost. Wishpond serves over 4,000 customers who are primarily small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in a wide variety of industries. The Company has developed cutting-edge marketing technology solutions and continues to add new features and applications with great velocity. The Company employs a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) business model where substantially all the Company's revenue is subscription-based recurring revenue which provides excellent revenue predictability and cash flow visibility. Wishpond is listed on the TSX Venture Exchange under the ticker " WISH ", and on the OTCQX Best Market under the ticker " WPNDF ". For further information, visit: www.wishpond.com. Forward-Looking Statements While the Company expects to release its financial results for the fiscal period ended September 30, 2023 on November 16, 2023, and host a conference call on the same day, such statements may represent forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. The Company will use commercially reasonable efforts to meet such disclosed timelines, however, extenuating circumstances such as delays in accounting review, the availability of employees and consultants, and other pressing business or regulatory requirements which may divert management attention from the preparation of the financial statements and attendance of the conference, among other factors, may cause the Company to not be able to meet such deadlines. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The forward-looking information contained in this press release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement and are made as of the date hereof. The Company disclaims any intention and has no obligation or responsibility, except as required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Contact Details Pardeep S. Sangha Investor Relations, Wishpond Technologies Ltd. +1 604-572-6392 investor@wishpond.com

November 02, 2023 07:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Planning Your Next Winter Getaway with Priceline

YourUpdateTV

The holiday and winter travel season is just around the corner, and now is the time to think about where you want to go, what you want to experience, and most importantly – how to find the best price. Recently, Travel Expert, Jo Franco, teamed up with Priceline on a nationwide satellite media tour to discuss the season’s top travel destinations and some tips to help you save. According to recent Priceline data, the top destinations in the U.S. for holiday travel are entertainment hotspots like New York City, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles. To take the stress out of holiday travel planning, Priceline introduced Trip Intelligence, a suite of 40 new booking tools and Gen AI features to help research and personalize your plans. Penny, Priceline’s brand-new checkout chatbot, is available to help answer any questions about bookings, including information about nearby restaurants and attractions. In addition, Priceline’s new Flight Rebook tool allows users to easily rebook flights with their airline credits directly through Priceline, helping travelers avoid long lines or time spent waiting on hold. On top of their everyday deals, Priceline is offering even bigger savings this holiday season. Their Black Friday early access sale kicks off on November 6th with amazing deals. You can save 30% or more on thousands of hotels in over 80 countries. Not only that, we’ll also see the return of Priceline's mystery coupons. Priceline email subscribers will receive mystery coupons, which could be for up to 99% off Express Deals. For more information, visit Priceline.com or download the Priceline app. About Jo Franco Jo Franco is a well-known Travel & Language Content Creator, Polyglot, Writer, and TV Host. She has created over 600 videos on the internet across two YouTube channels (DamonAndJo + Jo Franco) with over 1.3 million subscribers. She has been creating content for a decade in several languages including English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian. She is the CEO of JoClub, a journal club that hosts live journaling sessions of introspection both in English, and several other languages, she has her own Podcast, Not Your Average Jo, and she has worked as a TV host for Netflix’s World’s Most Amazing Vacation Rentals. Jo grew up as a Brazilian immigrant in a small town in Connecticut and received an international business degree in NYC. Jo’s experience in the travel space, as well as building communities and businesses, has landed her a spot on the Forbes top travel influencer list. She’s spoken at prestigious events such as South by Southwest (SXSW) and is on the board of EEqual, a non-profit serving homeless youth in their college careers. Jo believes in inspiring a global community to improve themselves through learning languages, cultures, financial literacy, adventure, and inclusion. About Priceline Priceline, part of Booking Holdings Inc. [NASDAQ: BKNG], has been a leader in online travel for twenty-five years. Priceline's proprietary deals technology pairs negotiation with innovation to analyze billions of data points to generate deep discounts for customers they can't find anywhere else. Travelers have access to millions of hotels, flights, alternative accommodations, rental cars, cruises, vacation packages and experiences from trusted brands in over 116 countries around the world, 24/7 customer service and incremental savings when becoming a Priceline VIP. By making affordable travel within reach for all, Priceline helps millions of customers each year be there for the moments that matter to them. Because where your happy place meets your happy price, that place is Priceline. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

November 01, 2023 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

Living with Acromegaly: Spreading Awareness and Highlighting Treatment Options on Acromegaly Awareness Day

YourUpdateTV

A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/y696riLIIKs For more information, visit MYCAPSSA.COM Acromegaly is a rare condition that affects about 25,000 people living in the U.S. It is caused by a benign tumor in the pituitary gland which is located just beneath the brain. This benign tumor makes too much growth hormone, and this can cause various issues such as fatigue, headaches, and increased growth of hands and feet and pretty much every part of the body. If not treated, acromegaly can cause high blood sugar as in Diabetes and high blood pressure, and sometimes cause serious damage to the heart which can be life-threatening. The good news is that there are some very good treatments available to help control the problem. A nationwide media tour was conducted on October 23rd to discuss the drug MYCAPSSA as well as to hear about the experiences of someone living with acromegaly. The media tour featured Dr. Anthony P. Heaney, Professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and Becky Bierman, a person living with acromegaly. Mycapssa, is a twice-daily oral medication that reduces the production of growth hormone and is designed for people who have previously been on an injectable version of octreotide therapy for the long-term maintenance of acromegaly. During the media tour Dr. Heaney and Becky discussed: · What acromegaly is and how many people it affects. · What it is like living with acromegaly. · Treatment options available for someone living with this disease. People diagnosed with acromegaly considering a new treatment option should talk to their doctors first. For more information, you can visit www.Mycapssa.com Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

November 01, 2023 09:57 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Cboe Partners with Benzinga for MUCH ADO ABOUT 0DTES Webinar

Benzinga

Benzinga, a global financial media brand, is pleased to announce its collaboration with Cboe Global Markets, a leading global exchange operator, to present an exclusive webinar, “ Much Ado About 0DTES ” on the exciting world of zero-days-to expiration (0DTE) options trading. This insightful virtual event will provide traders and investors with valuable insights into this unique options trading strategy. Scheduled for Mon., Nov. 6th at 12 pm ET, the webinar will explore the intricacies of 0DTE options and how they can be utilized to enhance trading strategies and mitigate risks in the fast-paced world of options trading. 0DTE options offer traders the opportunity to respond to short-term market movements by taking positions in options contracts with an expiration date of the same trading day. The precision and flexibility of these instruments have gained popularity among traders seeking to adjust their positions around market volatility, news events, and intraday price swings. During the webinar, attendees will have the chance to learn from the Head of Derivatives Market Intelligence, Mandy Xu. Topics to be covered include: Understanding 0DTE Options: A comprehensive overview of what 0DTE Options are and how they are traded differently from traditional options contracts. Risk Management: Techniques for managing risks associated with same-day expiration options trading. Market Insights: Discussion on the market conditions and scenarios where 0DTE Options can be most advantageous. Trading Tools and Resources: An introduction to the tools, platforms, and resources available to traders looking to engage in 0DTE Options trading. The webinar is open to the public, and registration is free of charge. Event Details: Title: Much Ado About 0DTES Date: November 6, 2023 Time: 12 PM ET Registration: Link to Registration Page Join Cboe and Benzinga Virtual Events for this informative webinar and gain a competitive edge in your options trading endeavors. Don't miss this opportunity to dive into the world of 0DTE Options and uncover the potential they hold for your trading success. For media inquiries, please contact: Matt Steinmetz, Vice President of Virtual Events at Benzinga. About Benzinga Virtual Events: Benzinga Virtual Events provides a platform for traders and investors to connect with industry experts and thought leaders through virtual conferences and webinars. For more information, visit https://www.benzinga.com/events/. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

November 01, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

This Rising Company Is On A Mission To Solve Distracted Driving — Does It Have The Key To Helping End The Loss Of Billions Of Dollars And Numerous Irreplaceable Lives Every Year?

Benzinga

By Meg Flippin, Benzinga From texting to scrolling while driving, smartphones are a distraction that have made our roadways much more dangerous. A WHO report estimated that distracted driving is to blame for 1.35 million traffic fatalities worldwide each year. For companies that employ drivers, accidents caused by distracted driving costs them an estimated $60 billion annually. That doesn’t take into account the untold pain and suffering for friends and family who lose a loved one to a traffic accident. It's a problem that's expected to get worse as the use of cell phones continues to proliferate around the globe and by 2028, 5.1 billion people or almost two-thirds of the world's population will be a smartphone user. They aren’t shy when it comes to using their phones on the roadways either. In a recent survey by the National Distracted Driving Coalition 77% said that they use their phones while driving. That’s a lot of accidents waiting to happen and that is why SaverOne 2014 Ltd. (NASDAQ: SVRE), the Israeli tech startup, is on a mission to eradicate the scourge of distracted driving caused by smartphones. Through its recent global launch, the company is experiencing growing attention and traction. Taking Driver Safety To The Next Level The company develops a cutting-edge technological solution that prevents drivers from using distracting apps while driving. SaverOne’s technology automatically pinpoints and blocks only the mobile device located in the driver’s area. SaverOne’s technology is already installed in over 4,500 cars, trucks and buses and is integrated into the fleets of more than 100 companies, expanding from SaverOne’s homebase in Israel and now increasingly in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and elsewhere. SaverOne offers multiple compelling features that set its technology apart. It selectively blocks distracting apps such as messaging, while still allowing the driver access to hands-free navigation and other driving-related applications. What’s more, there is no action required on the part of the driver – the interface is intuitive, automatic, and doesn’t require consent. Another selling factor is that it doesn’t interfere with the other mobile phones of non-driving passengers in the same vehicle. Keeping Pedestrians Safe Too Beyond its driver-focused distraction prevention system, SaverOne, based on its unique technology, is developing a sensor for cars that are becoming increasingly autonomous, that detects Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs) near the car and at potential risk of collision. Like drivers, VRUs which could be cyclists or even pedestrians crossing the street are also susceptible to smartphone distractions, adding another layer of risk. Among VRUs, which are the cause of 70% of the deaths in urban accidents, 40% are indeed pedestrians. With their attention on their phones, they often simply don’t look where they are going. Add bad weather or line-of-sight obstructions such as a parked car to the mix, and it can spell disaster. SaverOne’s technology aims to fix that by enhancing the performance of current Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) sensors – which include cameras, lidar and radar – through its ability to deal with NLoS (non-line of sight) hazards, adverse weather conditions and low visibility. SaverOne's solution detects VRUs in the vicinity of the vehicle to avoid and prevent a collision. Combined with its in-cabin system, SaverOne hopes to play a big role in reducing the number of accidents and thus the costs associated with them. Regulation Coming Down The Pike Making drivers safer on the road is a big opportunity for SaverOne, but so are its original equipment manufacturer (OEM) plans, aiming to sell its system to all categories of vehicle manufacturers. In fact, SaverOne is already closely working with major truck OEM Iveco in Europe and hopes launch a product with them next year. In the coming years, that may potentially become a bigger part of SaverOne’s business as new regulations in Europe set in. Starting in July 2024, the EU Regulatory Committee on Driver Distraction will require OEMs to integrate solutions into vehicle systems that prevent driver distractions. By July 2026, all new vehicles sold in the EU will have to have a solution integrated into their systems. Similar regulation may make its way to the U.S. and other countries presenting a big addressable market for SaverOne. Cell phones have enhanced our lives, but they also have their downside, demanding our attention and distracting us on the roads. Distracted driver accidents cost the world hundreds of billions of dollars annually and cause untold heartache. By preventing distractions and avoiding obstacles, over the coming years, SaverOne’s advanced safety systems have the potential to play a key role in the solution. 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

November 01, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Comcast Business Powers Pints & Paddle’s Unique Entertainment Experience

Comcast Twin Cities

Comcast Business today announced that it is providing Pints & Paddle, a novel family entertainment center featuring an indoor sports bar and pickleball courts, with advanced technology solutions, including Comcast Business Ethernet Dedicated Internet (EDI), Comcast Business VoiceEdge ™ and Comcast Business Public Viewing TV. These technologies fortify Pints & Paddle’s innovative and highly tech-dependent operations, allowing its customers to enjoy self-serve facilities and a rich array of entertainment options with convenience and reliability. Pints & Paddle is a family-owned, multifaceted entertainment venue located in Maple Grove, offering 10 indoor pickleball courts and a vibrant sports bar with more than 70 taps, live music and gourmet food. Recently opened in September 2023 by co-owners Tim and Tammy Skaja, their children as well as Eric and Christy Mesenburg, the venue is a testament to innovative leisure experiences, blending physical activity with top-notch hospitality and attracting guests from all over the world. The business aims to be a community cornerstone that offers an exciting and comfortable experience for every type of visitor, whether it’s a family outing, a gathering of working professionals, or a national pickleball tournament. Pints & Paddle customers are in control of their experiences from the moment they walk in the door – after connecting to WiFi, guests can place orders from their phones, manage and cash out their bills, as well as pour their own drinks directly at the taps. With every facet of Pints & Paddle’s offerings being technology-driven, from self-serve payments to customer data capture for Wi-Fi access, the need for reliable and efficient technology solutions was paramount to help keep operations running smoothly. Comcast Business emerged as the optimal decision due to its reliability, high-quality technology solutions and customer support, as well as an existing relationship with the owners of Pints & Paddle, who have leveraged the company’s solutions in other establishments. “Pints & Paddle offers a fresh and unique approach to entertainment, combining sports, gourmet dining and self-serve convenience in a high-tech environment,” said Tim Skaja, co-owner of Pints & Paddle. “With Comcast Business’s suite of solutions, we are able to not just create an inviting space but also drive the growth of the local Maple Grove community and the pickleball industry.” Pints & Paddle leverages Comcast’s EDI to support its self-serve offerings and capture customer analytics when they connect to the WiFi network. The business’ Comcast Business VoiceEdge solutions help its staff communicate with customers and better manage call volumes. And, Comcast Business Public Viewing TV enhances the ambience, providing patrons with engaging visual content of their favorite sports teams. The seamless integration of these solutions means that Pints & Paddle can accommodate hundreds of people connected to guest Wi-Fi, placing orders and streaming videos, while also offering top-notch television services and a sophisticated telephone system that facilitates efficient communication and bookings. “In our ever-connected world, the reliability of technology solutions continues to be a necessity to ensuring high-quality customer experiences and worry-free business operations,” said Wolfgang Lewis, regional vice president for Comcast’s Midwest Region. “We are thrilled to support Pints & Paddle in redefining entertainment experiences through innovative solutions that enhance connectivity and customer interaction.” About Comcast Business Comcast Business offers a broad suite of technology solutions to keep businesses of all sizes ready for what’s next. With a range of offerings including connectivity, secure networking, advanced cybersecurity, and unified communications solutions, Comcast Business is partnering with business and technology leaders across industries and integrating Masergy, a leader in software defined networking, to help drive businesses forward. Backed by a next-generation network, Comcast Business has been recognized for its growth, innovation, and leadership in global secure networking. For more information, call 800-501-6000. Follow on X @ComcastBusiness and on other social media networks at http://business.comcast.com/social. 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 Comcast Corporation Jill Hornbacher jill_hornbacher@comcast.com Finn Partners Chloe Huard chloe.huard@finnpartners.com Company Website https://midwest.comcast.com

November 01, 2023 07:00 AM Central Daylight Time

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