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Partnership for Food Safety Education Promotes “Don’t Wash Your Chicken”

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Salmonella causes more foodborne illnesses than any other bacteria.* To celebrate National Food Safety Education Month in September, the non-profit Partnership for Food Safety Education (PFSE), in collaboration with Drexel University and New Mexico State University, has launched “ Don’t Wash Your Chicken,” an educational program aimed at households preparing and cooking raw chicken at home. Informed by research from Drexel University, this program explains why certain poultry handling practices at home are risky and provides practical guidance people can take to reduce their risk of food poisoning. “This year marks the 25th anniversary of collective efforts to advance safe food handling messages, including safe poultry handling,” said Britanny Saunier, PFSE executive director. “This program addresses why people still wash their chicken and helps them understand why they don’t need to wash raw poultry. It is our hope that, collectively, we’re able to break through those barriers and influence real behavior change that reduces the rate of foodborne illnesses through these new tools.” This program features four animated videos to help home cooks stay healthy while preparing and cooking raw chicken. Aimed to reach a younger audience, the videos provide surprising, catchy food safety messages to grab the audience’s attention. Recent research found that home cooks continue to wash raw poultry because they desire to control the process of preparing food, lack of trust in chicken processing, and the habitual nature of the behavior. Research also revealed that home cooks are willing to change their behavior if they understand the “why” behind the guidance. This program aims to help households understand how chicken is processed before they get it, learn the risks of washing raw poultry, as well as how to safely handle and cook poultry at home. Along with the videos, this program highlights three key safe poultry handling messages: Washing or rinsing chicken increases risk. Salmonella, Campylobacter, and other harmful bacteria live on raw chicken. Washing or rinsing doesn’t remove this: worse, it helps the bacteria spread. When you add water through washing or rinsing, you give these bacteria a way to travel throughout your kitchen. Chicken has already been washed. Today’s manufacturing cleans the chicken, so there is no filth, feathers, or anything else on it that needs to be washed off. Poultry may have a coating of water and protein: this gets cooked off, or you can remove it with a clean paper towel. There’s a better, safer way to cook chicken. If you see anything on the chicken you want to get rid of, wipe it off with a clean paper towel. Separate raw chicken from fresh and ready-to-eat foods. Keep surfaces clean by washing them with hot, soapy water. Cooking chicken to 165°F using a food thermometer will kill any dangerous bacteria and make it safe to eat. For more campaign information and resources, visit the PFSE website at fightbac.org/poultry. * According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention About the Partnership for Food Safety Education The non-profit Partnership for Food Safety Education is the creator and steward of the popular Fight BAC!® national food safety education campaign and the national leader in disseminating information around the linkage of food safety consumer education with positive health outcomes. Food safety and health educators, and consumers, can download free food safety education information from the Partnership’s website at www.fightbac.org. Contact Details Shawnté R. Loeri +1 804-677-2971 sloeri@fightbac.org

August 30, 2022 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Announce $3.5M Donation to Complete Construction of the New Library in Roseland

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The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria (FIGR or Graton Rancheria) has donated $3.5 million to the Sonoma County Public Library Foundation for the construction of a new library in Roseland, located in Southwest Santa Rosa. Along with $16 million provided by the City of Santa Rosa and the State, in addition to $5M pending from other sources, this donation from Graton Rancheria helps close the construction gap of a total estimated project cost of $24.5 million. “We are so proud and happy to be able to support a full-service library in Roseland where so many of us grew up,” said Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Tribal Chairman Greg Sarris. “Roseland is a community we love and support.” Developed in partnership with the City of Santa Rosa, the new Roseland Regional Library is part of an innovative Hearn Avenue Community Hub being built on a 6.5-acre site at the intersection of Hearn and Dutton Avenues. The 20,000-square-foot library will be part of a campus that will include a community center, an aquatic center and a new fire station. “The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria’s leadership role in this capital campaign is a perfect fit with city, state and library funds that have already been committed to a new library in the Roseland/Southwest area of Santa Rosa,” said Deborah Doyle, Chair, Sonoma County Library Commission (SCL). “With those commitments and this generous gift, our construction goal is within reach, now we can focus on the $3 million left to raise to furnish and equip the 21st Century library that this community wants, needs and deserves. What a fabulous investment!” “We are so grateful for the generosity of the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria,” said Mayor of Santa Rosa Chris Rogers. “Their support and partnership help put shovels in the ground as we deliver this critical project for the Roseland community.” “This extraordinary investment is a testament to the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria’s commitment to giving back to its community, and to its partnership with the library’s mission to support all who wish to discover, learn and share knowledge while we grow as a society,” said Erika Thibault, Interim Director, Sonoma County Library. “This is an important step in a long and mutually beneficial collaboration aimed at serving our community and learning together. We are incredibly grateful to Chairman Sarris and the Tribal Council for this visionary commitment.” About the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Graton Rancheria is a federally recognized Indian tribe comprised of Coast Miwok and Southern Pomo Indians. Legislation restoring federal recognition to the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria was signed into law in December 2000. Tribal lands are located in Rohnert Park, Sonoma County, CA. For more information about FIGR, visit www.gratonrancheria.com. About Sonoma County Library The Sonoma County Library is a countywide system, encompassing all nine cities and the unincorporated areas. A Joint Powers Agreement created in 1975, and revised in 2014, established the library as a separate public agency. Today, the library serves half a million county residents, at 12 regional libraries, two community libraries, three special collections, and a growing array of digital resources. www.Sonomalibrary.org # # # Contact Details Landis Communications Inc. Robin Carr +1 415-971-3991 graton@landispr.com Company Website https://gratonrancheria.com/

August 29, 2022 06:53 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Tiny Homes and Airbnb: Why It Pay$ to Be Unique: An Up-Close Look at One-of-A-Kind Stays on Airbnb

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Hosts around the world have been sharing their unique spaces on Airbnb for well over a decade, and guests have fallen for their one-of-a-kind stays, from domes and windmills to lighthouses and trains. Recently, Ellis Nanney, host of a tiny home in Boise, Idaho, conducted a satellite media tour to talk about his experience being the host of a tiny house and the financial benefits of listing a unique space on Airbnb. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/7lxB2RasYxU In the past two years alone, from 2019 to 2021, nights booked at unique properties have increased globally by nearly 50 percent. With more guests booking unique stays, Hosts are also earning real income, with unique listings earning nearly $1 billion just in 2021. In fact, globally, earnings by night and by traveler were higher for unique than for non-unique listings in 2021. Through Airbnb Categories, launched this past May, it is also easier for guests to search unique listing types, from Treehouses to Caves, Campers to Barns, and connect with unique homes and Hosts they may have otherwise overlooked. A brand new OMG! Category, which has been clicked on over 2.5 million times since launch, also showcases the zaniest of all unique homes on the platform. The OMG! Category even inspired a first-of-its-size $10,000,000 OMG! Fund, which will award 100 of the craziest listing ideas with $100,000 each, turning over-the-top architectural musings into real-life homes, bookable on Airbnb. Tiny but Mighty: Tiny Homes Most Booked Listing Types in the World While treehouses and barns abound on Airbnb — and are among the top 10 most booked unique listing types in the world, it’s tiny homes that take top spot, proving that a little creativity can go a long way. In 2021, more than 2.5 million nights were booked in tiny homes. Tiny homes come in all shapes, but relatively the same small size. And their Hosts know that there’s nothing tiny about their income: Tiny homes around the world earned their Hosts a total of more than $195 million in 2021 – the top grossing unique space type. Take it from tiny home Host Ellis, who purchased a property in the heart of Idaho and spent the next five years building his own tiny house. He finally listed it on Airbnb in 2019, and the property quickly paid for itself— along with even earning Ellis enough money to put toward his travels and investments too. Treetops at the Top: Most Wishlisted Unique Homes in the World When they are not booking, guests are daydreaming about unique getaways, adding countless inspired stays to their wishlists. In 2021, unique listings were added to almost 20 million wishlists worldwide. Tucked away in a serene and leafy neighborhood in East Point, Georgia, USA sits the most wishlisted unique listing in the world, a beautifully appointed treehouse, with all the rustic trimmings but plenty of modern considerations, from a hot tub to indoor heated spaces, for the most cozy stay. It’s no surprise that Lawrene – a successful actress and sparetime weaver (and lighthouse keeper!) in Florence, Canada – has found accidental success from this treehouse craze. After enjoying her own Airbnb stay in Brooklyn, Lawrene wondered what it would be like to try hosting herself, sharing the off-the-grid space she built for herself ten years earlier, right in her backyard. While she convinced her husband to list the space by assuring him hardly anyone would be interested in staying in their rustic escape, to her husband’s surprise, they have welcomed a steady stream of outdoor enthusiasts and no-trace campers since 2012, who enjoy the peaceful escape – and the homemade waffles Lawrene prepares for breakfast. To find out more about the hosting or booking tiny homes and other unique spaces go to Airbnb.com About Ellis Nanney Ellis Nanney was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest where his love for adventure and freedom was developed from an early age. After graduating from Boise State University, he decided to ditch the career path and live his life in a more entrepreneurial way. Coming hot off of a study abroad semester in Sevilla, Spain, the travel bug and an insatiable desire to explore the world took the reins and set him on an unconventional path for the next decade. His work life was filled with either seasonal or temporary jobs that had him marketing Idaho Potatoes as a self-proclaimed ‘Spud Stud’, promoting the Mexican Caribbean as the ‘Cancun Experience Officer’, hosting a travel show called the Fireball Run, and managing the world’s greatest travel experience, the TukTuk Tournament in Sri Lanka. In between these ‘jobs’ he filled the gaps with international trips that have taken him to nearly 40 countries across 6 continents. Along this journey he was always looking for a way to make this lifestyle sustainable while also providing security for his future. This led him to buy a piece of property and build a tiny house that he could both use as a home base and be a source of passive income to support his adventures. Thanks to the help of Airbnb’s platform and many friends and family members along the way, his unique property has had nothing but success. He’s been an Airbnb Superhost since he began in 2019 and now has much more freedom to choose among life’s opportunities. About Airbnb Airbnb was born in 2007 when two Hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home and has since grown to 4 million Hosts who have welcomed more than 1 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, Hosts offer one-of-a-kind stays and unique Experiences that make it possible for guests to experience the world in a more authentic, connected way. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

August 29, 2022 02:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Direct Help for Mass Shootings Families and the Communities that Experience Them

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Mass shootings seem like a weekly event but what hasn’t changed is the need to support victims and their families after the attention fades while helping provide help to the communities experiencing the unthinkable. Those who comprise VictimsFirst know this personally as they all have been directly impacted by mass shootings. After her cousin was killed in the Aurora theater shooting in 2012, VictimsFirst CEO Anita Busch learned firsthand of the challenges faced by survivors and families and has put that knowledge to work directly helping in the aftermath of 37 shootings so far. Another family member survived the Las Vegas concert during that attack. Busch then led families of the deceased from previous mass shootings from Columbine, VA Tech, NIU, Aurora, Oak Creek Sikh Temple and Newtown to help create a new model for charitable giving – one that ensures public intent so that 100% of donations collected for victims of mass casualty crime actually go directly to those victims. They helped launch the National Compassion Fund. Now some of those same families comprise VictimsFirst. It was for these worthy reasons that D S Simon Media decided to partner with VictimsFirst to conduct a pro bono media tour to raise awareness for the work that they do. “Victims First is an incredible organization. They’re passionate about their important mission, helping people during a time in which their lives have been changed forever” said D S Simon Media, CEO, Doug Simon. “And my hope is that everyone who learns about them, decides to support them.” VictimsFirst responds immediately to mass casualty crimes by helping the community organize in the best interests of the victims/survivors themselves and providing resources, including immediate financial resources to the victim base. They work pro bono and 100% collected into their Victims’ Fund goes directly to victims/survivors. The resulting media tour resulted in 28 interviews across the country, an expected audience reach of over 60 million, and immediate donations in markets where the media tour interviews took place. For more information, visit VictimsFirst.org Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

August 25, 2022 05:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Giving Metabolism A Boost? BioRestorative Uses Science Surrounding Brown Fat Cells To Provide A Possible Breakthrough In Metabolic Disorders

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In 2017, 41.9% of Americans experienced some level of obesity. Adults experiencing obesity in 2019 spent an average of $1,861 more on medical expenses than people with a healthy weight. For people who experience obesity, the presence of excess fat is a legitimate concern that can cost money, cause additional health problems and be associated with psychological problems such as anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. Some of the health concerns associated with obesity include high blood pressure, high bad cholesterol and low good cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, stroke, gallbladder disease and osteoarthritis. Research has found that extreme obesity is associated with suicidal behavior and suicide attempts in adults. With growing data on the impacts of obesity, researchers at organizations like the National Institute of Health and Harvard Medical School have devoted resources to understanding new methods for combatting metabolic disorders such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. Both the National Institute of Health and Harvard Medical School reportedly made an exciting discovery. While fat has often been villainized, what many people may not know is that there are two types of fat cells — brown fat cells and white fat cells. Excessive amounts of white fat can be concerning and may lead to an increased risk for health issues such as heart disease, diabetes and numerous other metabolic diseases. On the other hand, brown fat cells have been found to potentially be an important tool for combating different metabolic diseases. When people with high brown fat activity are exposed to a relatively cold temperature, a protein (SLC25A44) is produced and used as energy in cells to generate heat, which results in burned calories and increased metabolism. When researchers blocked the production of this protein in mice, it was found to increase levels of obesity and signs of diabetes. Researchers found that boosting SLC25A44 activity is a promising strategy for potentially treating conditions such as obesity and diabetes. Companies such as Ember Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: EMBT), Adipo Therapeutics LLC and BioRestorative Therapies Inc. (NASDAQ: BRTX) are actively working to use these scientific studies to combat metabolic diseases. Promising New Treatments One of the treatments developed by BioRestorative Therapies designed to potentially target obesity, diabetes and other metabolic disorders is ThermoStem. BioRestorative says that the ThermoStem program uses brown adipose-derived (otherwise known as brown fat) stem cells to help increase metabolic activity. Previously published studies by BioRestorative have demonstrated that transplanting brown fat can increase metabolic activity and regulate metabolic dysfunction in diet-induced obese mice. BioRestorative Therapies reports it is working on Investigational New Drug Application (IND)-enabling studies to enter into first-in-man clinical studies. Using a cell-based approach to target metabolic disorders may potentially provide a disruptive solution to address a multi-billion market opportunity. While the fight against metabolic disorders such as obesity is far from over, it is hopeful that therapies based on the findings surrounding brown fat, such as ThermoStem may provide relief for many currently struggling. BioRestorative Therapies was founded by scientists and researchers committed to developing stem cell therapies to address unmet needs in patients with highly prevalent conditions.Our advances in stem cell biology and delivery protocols harbor great promise in conditioning our bodies’ own regenerative potential to treat major diseases more effectively than current interventions.Today, BioRestorative is actively developing programs that aim to dramatically increase quality of care for both (i) chronic back pain caused by disc degeneration, as well as (ii) metabolic disorders including obesity and diabetes. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Investor Relations ir@biorestorative.com Company Website https://www.biorestorative.com/

August 25, 2022 03:49 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Splash Beverage Group’s Pulpoloco Sangria Chosen By 7-Eleven’s Brands With Heart Campaign

Splash Beverage Group

Learn More about Splash Beverage Group by gaining access to the latest research report 7-Eleven Inc.'s Brands with Heart event is returning for the fourth time. The program is designed to give brands the opportunity to enter one of the leading retail channels in the country and introduce their products to 7-Eleven®, Speedway® and Stripes® customers throughout the U.S. Competition is stiff, and only a few emerging brands are selected. Splash Beverage Group Inc. (NYSE: SBEV) was proud to announce that its sangria beverage brand Pulpoloco was selected for 7-Eleven’s Brands with Heart event. The company reports that Pulpoloco is made in Spain using the freshest, most authentic ingredients and recipes — also with a modern, sustainable twist on a traditional sangria through earth-friendly innovation like its low-carbon footprint paper can. Splash Beverage Group looks to be an innovator in the beverage industry that manages and presents a variety of natural and healthy beverages. It owns a growing portfolio of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverage brands, including Copa di Vino wine by the glass, SALT tequilas, and TapouT performance hydration and recovery drink. Very similar to Celsius Holdings(NASDAQ: CELH) in its early stages. Splash’s latest focus is on Qplash, a new brand that it says provides beverages and coffee to businesses that are underserved by the traditional beverage distribution model. According to Splash Beverage Group, “As the premier leader in convenience, 7-Eleven is uniquely positioned to make a meaningful difference in our communities and for the planet. Our philosophy to lead through service fuels our commitment to create positive change both in our stores and in our communities. 7-Eleven is proud to set the standard for sustainable retailing in the convenience industry." Other brands that have been selected include Kellogg Co. ’s (NYSE: K) RXBAR, Hershey Co. ’s (NYSE: HSY) SkinnyPop, Chunk Nibbles, wildwonder, Better Bites Bakery, BeeFree Gluten-Free Bakery, and Agua Bonita. About Splash Beverage Group Splash says its strategy is concentrated on rapidly developing early-stage brands already in its portfolio and acquiring and accelerating brands that have high visibility or innovators within their respective categories. Splash is also rapidly expanding its brand portfolio and global distribution. The company says it leverages operational efficiencies to manage potential risks arising from its numerous beverage brands. Splash reports being led by a management team that has built and managed some of the top brands in the beverage industry and is driving sales from product launch into the billions. Other top players in the specialty food and beverage market include giants such as Ambev S.A. (NYSE: ABEV), Monster Beverage ( NASDAQ: MNST ), Amtech Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: ASYS) Vita Coco (NASDAQ: COCO). Splash Beverage Group, an innovator in the beverage industry, owns a growing portfolio of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage brands including Copa di Vino wine by the glass, SALT flavored tequilas, Pulpoloco sangria, and TapouT performance hydration and recovery drink. Splash’s strategy is to rapidly develop early-stage brands already in its portfolio as well as acquire and then accelerate brands that have high visibility or are innovators in their categories. Led by a management team that has built and managed some of the top brands in the beverage industry and led sales from product launch into the billions, Splash is rapidly expanding its brand portfolio and global distribution. For more information visit: www.SplashBeverageGroup.com www.copadivino.com www.drinksalttequila.com www.pulpo-loco.com www.tapoutdrinks.com This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details TraDigital IR- John C. McNamara +1 954-745-5815 john@tradigitalir.com Company Website https://splashbeveragegroup.com/

August 25, 2022 03:10 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Dukkantek seals $10m funding round as it scales digital ecosystem for SMB retail sector in MENA

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Store management platform Dukkantek has quickly scaled across the MENA region as SMB retailers adopted their tech for customer services, business processes and faster growth. In supporting this growth, Dukkantek is today announcing an oversubscribed $10m pre-series A funding round as it powers the digital ecosystem for 13 million SMB retailers across the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Turkey and Saudi Arabia as it looks for more opportunities in North Africa. The funding round was led by BECO with significant participation from Rocketship and Colle Capital. Other strategic investors in the round included Comma Capital, AMK Investment Office, Chaos Ventures, and Wamda Capital. The funding round follows their $5.2m seed round in October 2021, taking their total funds raised to $15.2m. Dukkantek was founded in January 2021 by Ali Al Sayegh, Sanad Yaghi and Shadi Joulani. Originally conceived as a service aimed at retailers in the grocery sector, the merchants on the platform now span 70 different verticals, with clothing and electricals particularly prominent alongside food and drink. It has already attracted more than thousands of customers for its suite of services empowering traditional merchants with end-to-end digital technology that improves all business processes. It enables these retailers to run their bricks and mortar stores more efficiently and productively and to make the leap into ecommerce. Dukkantek co-founder Sanad Yaghi commented: “For too long, the owners of small and medium-sized businesses have been left on the margins of the technology shift; now we are serving their unmet needs. We bring a technology platform consisting of three different value propositions that enable these merchants to compete in a digital world” “This includes a set of tools that enables merchants to run their businesses more effectively. Payments options ensure merchants can offer customers more choice about how to settle their bills. And an e-commerce offering which gives merchants everything they need to start selling online for the first time and to manage that operation in tandem with the brick-and-mortar business. Many merchants struggle to keep track of inventory when selling both online and in physical stores, so having one system that incorporates both parts of the business is very important”. The coronavirus pandemic hastened digital adoption in the MENA region, leading to an increase in online shopping, in particular. The region's e-commerce market is expected to reach $49 billion in 2025, up almost 55 per cent from 2021, a report by EZDubai, an e-commerce zone in Dubai, and Euromonitor International showed earlier this year. The UAE’s e-commerce market alone is forecast to grow 60 per cent to more than $8bn by 2025 from 2021. Community retailers in the UAE without a digital presence, who were unable to accept online payments during the pandemic, were severely affected due to the drop in customer footfall. Dukkantek believes that traditional merchants and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) remain the backbone of the global economy, and their transactions should be digitized to keep pace with market developments. And to this end they platform provides: Cloud POS: The Cloud POS is a Point-of-Sales system that can be accessed online, from anywhere. It allows businesses to keep track of transactions & sales, calculate VAT, generate reports and calculate profit margin. Inventory Management: The Cloud IM is an online software that helps businesses track, manage & organize the inventory. It allows users to keep track of stock, measure stock value, manage fast-moving products and generate reports for analysis. Payment Options: The platform offers a variety of payment options including cash, card payments or credit payments. Reports can be generated to track payments. E-Commerce: The e-commerce functionality allows stores to sell their goods online or through an app. One of its features includes live inventory, as it’s linked to the IM & POS software. Another feature is that stores can choose what items to put online and their corresponding prices. Moreover, it sends push notifications to customers. Companion App: The companion app is a mobile application that helps manage the store online. Its features include: Automated Inventory Reconciliation, live store data, linked to IM & POS, ability to track daily sales on the dashboard, ability to review all transactions, and track cash movements and payment methods. "It's very rare to come across a business and team that have been able to execute the way in which Dukkantek has done so far. Launching 7 countries in 18 short months since founding is no easy feat, yet the Dukkantek team has managed to do it in such a seamless and capital efficient manner. We are very excited to partner with Sanad, Ali and the wider team as they look to build on their exciting traction and overall vision of digitizing merchants." said Abdulaziz Shikh Al Sagha from BECO Capital Having met its geographical expansion goals, Dukkantek’s focus will now turn to adding new services. In particular, exploring working capital solutions and building its data analytics capabilities for users. “We have seen an increase in users accessing analytics tools on the platform which, for example, help them understand which products will sell best. Three-quarters of the businesses on the platform are now trading in this way. Also, many merchants are keen to expand the number of stores they operate, but are held back by the lack of finance available in the region which we can look to explore” added Sanad Yaghi. About Dukkantek Founded in January 2021, Dukkantek is the UAE’s first and only revolutionary store management platform that enables traditional merchants to compete equally in an evolving digital world, and further empower their retail capacity. Redefining the conventional way of managing tasks and sales, the innovative platform aims to strengthen local community stores and power digital transformations with end-to-end technology that enhances and streamlines all business processes, enabling them to compete with dark stores and delivery players. Dukkantek is the technology partner for all local community stores in the region. For more information please visit https://www.dukkantek.com Contact Details Dukkantek Bilal Mahmood +44 7714 007257 b.mahmood@stockwoodstrategy.com Company Website https://www.dukkantek.com/

August 19, 2022 07:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Urban Health creates world’s smartest wellness assistant as it secures $3.4m funding round

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Digital wellness company Urban Health which helps people sleep better, relax and de-stress is today announcing a $3.4m seed funding round as they scale operations globally. Having grown quickly in the US with wide acclaim (4.8 star app rating) they will launch a more personalized service for users. The funding round was led by 3one4 Capital with participation from Venture Highway, Founder Bank Capital and Disney’s Ajay Arora. The Urban Health app smart wellness assistant tracks sleep, steps and mindful minutes while using psychology, personal text-based health coaching and premium recorded audio sessions, to create personalized wellness plans for users to de-stress, relax, improve sleep quality and overall well-being. Meditation and sleep sessions offer guided mindfulness, daily motivation, guided sleep meditations and coaching by world-renowned experts, personalized for the way users live their life. In 2020, Urban raised a $400K pre-seed led by Venture Highway, taking their total funds raised to $3.8M. Co-founders Kshitij Jaggi, Rishabh Sahu and Shivang were IIT Kanpur class fellows and established Urban in 2018 upon graduating. Kshitij was a keen user of fitness and wellness apps on his way to losing 20 kgs and Rishabh had been meditating since his teenage years. While Shivang was already coding tech for consumer products in less than a day, at record speeds. Their personal experiences led them to the problem of plenty: screen time, stress, information overdose, sugar, food, weight gain. The pandemic and customer feedback made them focus on stress, sleep and insomnia use cases and landed on wellness as a broader addressable market because it linked all the problems to each other. Urban operates in an estimated $1.5 Trillion wellness market. Addressing burning consumer wellness issues of anxiety, sleep and lack of mental health infrastructure. National Institutes of Health says nearly 1 in 3 of all adolescents ages 13 to 18 will experience an anxiety disorder. Nearly half of the world’s population does not get enough sleep. In addition to the detrimental effect on health, sleep deprivation carries high economic costs, estimated at $680 billion a year in five OECD countries including $400 billion for the United States and $60 billion for Germany. Moreover, to better understand US mental health infrastructure: 40% of the US population live in a limited access area to such services and 60% of US counties have no psychiatrist. Demand outstrips supply by 25 times. Kshitij Jaggi, co-founder at Urban commented: “We made a deep dive into this space and realized every customer's journey is different and everyone needs different kinds of assistance. This is at the heart of what we’ve built until now and where we will continue to innovate. Addressing different customer wellness needs and assisting members based on goals is key to what we do. We assist with deep insights, nudging our members to take the right actions at the right time.” Urban Health analyzed user outcomes over a 4-week usage period and found 85% reported improvement in over well-being. Outcomes included better sleep, less stress and more relaxed state of mind in members. The company plans to further invest in efficacy and support clinical studies in this direction. “Just five minutes of mindfulness and meditation per day can improve your life through stress relief and improved sleep. By helping users stay calm and relaxed, it has increased self-awareness and their sense of perspective. Urban Health brings wellness to your pocket and on the go” added Kshitij Jaggi. Company became revenue generating in January 2021 having launched an annual membership service. Demand surged in the US and revenues have grown 20x since then. Urban will use the funds raised to scale its member base and to provide one-to-one professional help via audio and video calls from health coaches. In addition to this, the company plans to provide health and wellness plans for larger communities through partnerships with schools and companies globally. Anurag Ramdasan, Partner at 3one4 capital commented: “Urban health's adoption has taken off. Downloads are up and consumer spend is taking off. We're seeing a sentiment shift: globally people are prioritising their health and are open to invest in their personal wellness needs. Urban health has successfully scaled their reach globally and we are delighted to support the next phase of growth.” Neeraj Arora, Founding Partner at Venture Highway commented: “Proud to be associated with the team since day zero, true product builders at heart. We’re committed to solving the most urgent global health problem of our times with Urban Health.” About Urban Health Urban Health is the world's smartest wellness assistant. Members globally use it to stress less, relax more and sleep better. Platform offers personalized wellness plans for mind, body and sleep. It uses wellness tacking, psychology, personal text based health coaching and premium recorded sessions to help people lead a healthy life.For more information please visit https://urban.health/ Contact Details Urban Health Bilal Mahmood +44 7714 007257 b.mahmood@stockwoodstrategy.com Company Website https://urban.health/

August 17, 2022 11:43 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Betbeard is the best bitcoin casino in the USA. It offers a great selection of slots and casino games, as well as superb customer service and fast payouts. In this article, you will take a closer look at what makes Betbeard such a great choice for US players and explain how to deposit and withdraw from bitcoin casinos in the USA. You will also find some of the best crypto wallets for gambling and offer tips on how to win in bitcoin casinos. Best Bitcoin Casinos Rank 1) Betbeard Online Casino Betbeard is an online bitcoin casino with huge bonuses and thousands of slot games. There are free spins for every deposit, like their Summer 2022 promotion giving away 100 000 free spins. They accept bitcoin and other crypto, their customer support is great and welcome bonuses are generous. Overall Betbeard is the best bitcoin gambling site for online slots, table games, and live games. Betbeard offers great sports betting section as well, for the fans of the crypto bets. 2) Bitstarz Crypto Casino Bitstarz is a popular bitcoin casino with huge crypto bonuses, you can purchase bitcoin with fiat currency on Bitstarz, so even if you haven't adopted crypto yet, you can still play jackpot slots. Bitsarz offers smooth bitcoin transactions as the balance is loaded before all 6 confirmations are done, which speeds the process and improves the customer experience. 3) Betheat Bitcoin Casino Bitcoin online casino accepts bitcoin cash and offers the best crypto sports betting in the US. Betheat Casino specializes in poker games, especially bitcoin poker, other strengths include their dice jackpot game and low minimum deposit requirements. As one of the best crypto casinos, Betheat distinguishes itself from other gambling sites with its minimalistic design and stylish look. How to Play in USA Bitcoin Casinos As the world of online gambling continues to evolve, so too do the options for US players. While there are still many casinos that only accept traditional fiat currencies, an increasing number are now offering cryptocurrency deposits and withdrawals. Bitcoin casinos are particularly popular, as they offer a high degree of anonymity and security. However, it is important to choose a reputable and trustworthy casino, such as Betbeard, that has a good selection of games and offers fast payouts. How to Deposit and Withdraw from a Bitcoin Casino When it comes to depositing and withdrawing from bitcoin casinos in the USA, there are a few things to bear in mind. Firstly, you will need to have a bitcoin wallet set up to store your coins. There are many different wallets available, but we recommend choosing one that is easy to use and offers good security features. Once you have a wallet set up, you can then purchase bitcoins from a reputable exchange. Once you have your coins, simply send them to your casino account and start playing! Withdrawing your winnings from a bitcoin casino is just as easy as making a deposit. Simply select the withdrawal option on the casino website and enter your bitcoin wallet address. The funds will then be sent to your wallet within a few minutes. If you are looking for a great way to win big in online casinos, then bitcoin casino gambling is worth considering. With its many benefits, including anonymity, security, and fast payouts, it is no wonder that more and more players are turning to bitcoin casinos. What is a USA Bitcoin casino Bitcoin casino is an online casino that accepts cryptocurrencies for deposits and withdrawals. Bitcoin casinos are very popular because the speed of withdrawals is high, players remain anonymous and can play bitcoin slots easily. There are various crypto casino games offered by the best bitcoin casinos such as slot games, live casino games, and sports betting. How to find a Good Bitcoin Casino Finding a trustworthy bitcoin casino is the most important task before starting to play slots. First, check if the bitcoin casino offers welcome bonuses, so you can get the maximum of your game time. Check out the customer support and ask them if they accept players from the USA, and whether they accept bitcoin. Most bitcoin gambling sites offer provably fair games and have low minimum deposit requirements. Look for a casino that offers fiat currencies as well, as you may decide to switch to traditional casino games. Is Bitcoin casino legit Although most crypto gambling sites are legit, you must be careful as some scam online bitcoin casinos are falsely advertising as trustworthy sites. Top bitcoin casinos offer thousands of slots, live dealer games, and sports betting markets, and allow deposits with various cryptocurrencies including bitcoin cash and Ethereum. In Betbeard you can play live games, jackpot games, and table games in a safe and relaxing atmosphere. If you believe that an unknown bitcoin casino site is risky for you, then step away and find something more suitable. Bitcoin Casino Free Spins Betbeard offers monthly promotions where each deposit brings you free spins gift. Most casinos offer free spins so don't be shy to ask live chat for yours. Traditional online casinos prefer to give out reload bonuses whereas online crypto casinos pay out no wagering free spins. Look for deposit bonuses as most crypto gambling sites offer lucrative gifts for their players. USA Online Casinos vs Bitcoin Casinos There are a few fundamental differences between online casinos and bitcoin casinos, the first being the payment methods, acceptance, and licensing of the casino. Crypto casinos are licensed mostly in Curacao, whereas local online casinos are licensed locally. Bitcoin online casinos, therefore, are following more relaxed laws and can offer a higher number of live dealer games, slots, and better sports betting odds for sports bettors. Provably fair online casino Betbeard focuses on video poker, and jackpot slots, and unlike many online casinos in the gambling industry, it allows fiat currency deposits. What are the Best Crypto Wallets for Gambling There are many different crypto wallets available, but we recommend choosing one that is easy to use and offers good security features. Some of the best wallets for gambling include Coinbase, Blockchain.com, and Trezor. With these simple tips, you can start playing bitcoin poker and winning on popular bitcoin casino sites in no time. Bitcoin Gambling Site with Progressive Jackpots Although the best bitcoin casino sites offer huge crypto bonuses, for poker games, and live dealer games, they focus predominantly on jackpot slots as players are interested in the big wins offered by them. You can find list of bitcoin sites where you can get other opinions about what are the best crypto casinos. The best bitcoin slots are Netent, Pragmatic Play, and Belatra which all offer a wide variety of games with different themes. Bitcoin Casino Bonuses What are your favorite casino games without good crypto bonuses? Most bitcoin casinos have bonus cash offers, including a first deposit bonus on bitcoin transactions and reload bonuses for return customers. Instead of reload bonuses, Betbeard offers no wagering free spins for every crypto deposit. Playing classic casino games in betbeard is fun with the massive welcome bonus available for slots. Crypto Sports Betting Sites If you're looking for a crypto sportsbook, then there are a few things to look out for. The first is that the site should be licensed and regulated by a reputable authority. This will ensure that the site is safe and secure to use. You don't want your winnings to be voided, or to be losing on low odds and high spreads. The second is to look for a site that offers a wide range of markets. This will ensure that you can bet on the sports and events that you're interested in. Bitcoin bookies vary in size so you have to be vigilant when choosing a betting site. To find good crypto betting sites, first, compare the odds, if the odds are low, then don't bother. Next look at the crypto gambling platform the site is based on, if it's easy to navigate and play then you may try it. Some of the best crypto casino sites offer fiat currencies as well so be sure to check that. Online Gambling Sites Customer Support Customer support is very important for any online casino, bitcoin or not. If you have a problem with a deposit or withdrawal, then you want to be able to contact the casino and have your issue resolved as quickly as possible. The best bitcoin casinos will have a live chat support team available 24/ hours a day. When choosing a bitcoin casino site, be sure to check the customer support options available. Live chat is the best option as you can get a quick response to your query. Email and telephone support are also available, but live chat is the quickest way to get a response. Crypto Gambling Site with Provably Fair Games Provably fair casinos use cryptographic algorithms to generate random numbers, which means that the results of each game can be verified by the player. This provides a level of fairness and transparency that is not possible with traditional online casinos. If you're looking for a USA bitcoin casino with provably fair games, then Betbeard is a good option. Provably fair gaming means that the casino can't cheat you out of your winnings. The games are fair and square, and you can check the results to see for yourself. RTP stands for return to player and is a percentage that shows how much of your money you can expect to win back from a game. For example, a game with an RTP of 96% will return $96 for every $100 you bet. The higher the RTP, the better the chances of winning. When choosing a provably fair game, look for one with a high RTP. This will give you the best chance of winning. Betbeard offers a range of provably fair games with high RTPs, so you're sure to find a game you'll enjoy. How to Play Online Casino in the USA So, you want to know how to play online casinos in the USA? There are a few things you need to know before you start playing. The first thing you need to do is choose a reputable and licensed casino site. This will ensure that your personal and financial information is safe and secure. You also want to make sure that the site offers a wide range of games and bonuses. Once you've found a casino site you're happy with, you need to create an account. This is usually a quick and easy process, and you'll be asked to provide some personal information. Once your account is created, you can deposit funds and start playing. When playing online casino games, it's important to remember to gamble responsibly. Never bet more than you can afford to lose, and always set limits on how much you're willing to spend. Remember that bitcoin casino games are fun and they might lead to addiction, therefore always plan your gambling sessions and don't play more than you can afford. If you follow these simple tips, you'll be sure to have a safe and enjoyable experience when playing online casino games in the USA. Bitcoin casinos are a relatively new phenomenon, but they are growing in popularity. If you want to try one, be sure to do your research and choose a reputable site. And remember, always gamble responsibly! Online Gambling Sites with Fiat Currency Traditional gambling sites that offer only fiat currencies are still popular as they offer similar games, bonuses, free spins, and promotions as bitcoin casinos. You don't need crypto to win progressive jackpots or to take advantage of the first deposit bonus some casinos offer. So how do online casinos differ from bitcoin casinos? The main difference is the payment methods, which allow greater flexibility and anonymity in crypto casinos. Some of the best crypto casino sites offer an anonymous gambling experience, with no need for verification and submitting documents. Although US bitcoin gambling sites are growing in popularity, some people find cryptocurrencies hard to adopt, and hence prefer to play at traditional online casino sites, with fiat currency deposits. What is an MGA casino MGA stands for Malta Gaming Authority. The MGA is a regulatory body that licenses and regulates online casinos. MGA casinos are some of the safest and most reputable casinos in the industry. This is because they are subject to strict regulation, which ensures that they operate fair games and protect their players' money. MGA forbids bitcoin gambling sites, hence all online casinos registered in Malta are offering only fiat currencies. There is no way for a bitcoin casino site to obtain a Maltese license. If you want to play crypto casino games, you will have to find a Curacao online gambling site with bitcoin slots. What is a Curacao Casino A Curacao casino is an online casino that is licensed by the Curacao Gaming Authority. The CGA is a regulatory body that licenses and regulates online casinos. Curacao casinos are considered to be safe and reputable and offer a fair gambling experience. Curacao is the only reliable jurisdiction allowing casinos to accept crypto as a payment method. All the best crypto casino sites hold a Curacao license, and as expected all 3 sites in the above comparison are licensed by the Curacao gambling authorities. Best Crypto Slots As crypto becomes more popular, more crypto casinos are emerging. These casinos offer a wide range of casino slot games, including Gonzo's Quest, Africa Gold 2, Mega Moolah, and Starburst. If you're looking for the best crypto slots, then have a look at Belatra, Netent, Microgaming, Platipus, Spinomenal, Mascot, and No Limit. These are just a few of the best crypto slots providers, and they all offer a great selection of slots games. When choosing a crypto casino, it's important to make sure that it offers a good selection of games from different providers. This will ensure that you have plenty of choices when it comes to the type of slots you want to play. It's also worth checking out the bonuses and promotions offered by the casino, as this can give you a good way to boost your bankroll. Betbeard crypto gambling site offers various slots available for BTC, BCH, ETH, LTC, and USDt. When playing crypto slots, it's important to remember that the odds of winning are usually quite low. However, the potential payout is usually worth the risk, making crypto slots an exciting option for bitcoin casino players. Betbeard is a great bitcoin casino, striving to satisfy its players by offering thousands of slot games, and massive bonuses. Contact Details Betbeard Michael +44 7828 710102 affiliate@betbeard.com Company Website https://betbeard.com/en/sport

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