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WILDBRAIN REPORTS Q1 2024 RESULTS

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Cash used in operating activities was $3.0 million, compared to cash used in operating activities of $23.3 million in Q1 2023.

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  • Cash used in operating activities was $3.0 million, compared to cash used in operating activities of $23.3 million in Q1 2023.
  • Free Cash Flow1 was negative $25.4 million, compared to negative $8.9 million in Q1 2023.
  • TORONTO, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - WildBrain Ltd. ("WildBrain" or the "Company") (TSX: WILD), a global leader in kids' and family entertainment, today reported its first-quarter ("Q1 2024") results for the period ended September 30, 2023.
  • With production slated to start in 2024, this feature is a continuation of our commitment to investing in premium content.

Busy Holiday Season Planned in the Daytona Beach Area

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- From holiday spectaculars and concerts to the golden anniversary of one of the largest car shows and swap meets in the United States¸ winter travelers spending their holidays in the Daytona Beach area and locals alike will discover plenty of festive happenings to enjoy. Here's a look at some of the events taking place in the destination.

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  • Daytona International Speedway will be the location of two holiday traditions in the Daytona Beach area – the Magic of Lights and the Turkey Run.
  • "  Considered to be largest combined car show and swap meet in the United States, this family-friendly four-day event attracts close to 200,000 attendees every Thanksgiving holiday week to the Daytona Beach area.
  • Daytona Beach's storied Peabody Auditorium will host several Christmas-themed shows during the holiday season.
  • To view these and other events happening in the Daytona Beach area during the holiday season, including holiday parades and New Year's Eve celebrations, visit www.DaytonaBeach.com

People of Play Announce Winners of the Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs)

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Monday, November 6, 2023

Almost 350 attendees from 20 countries gathered to honor the winners of People of Play (POP)’s Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs).

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  • Almost 350 attendees from 20 countries gathered to honor the winners of People of Play (POP)’s Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs).
  • “The evening was celebratory and entertaining,” said Mary Couzin, President of People of Play.
  • A one-stop source of community for industry professionals, aspiring inventors and people of all ages who love to play, POP hosts a wide range of events including the Chicago Toy & Game (CHITAG) Fair, the TAGIE Awards, Young Inventor Challenge, Toy & Game Inventor Pitch & Innovation Conference, POP Wiki and People of Play Holiday Guide.
  • Founded in 2008, the Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs) celebrate the outstanding achievements of toy and game industry leaders from around the world, by honoring masters of innovation and invention.

MEDIA ALERT: PEOPLE OF PLAY’S CHICAGO TOY AND GAME FAIR

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

-- Interactive booths with the hottest holiday toys and games from Box Blox, ChattySnaps, Cut.com, Duncan Toys, E-Blox, Flybar, Good Soul Brands, Gray Matters Games, Happy Camper Live, M&M Funky Stuff, MAGNA-TILES, Marmals, PlusPlus, Popular Playthings, Squaregles, The Pencil Grip, TOMY, Top Secret Toys, Yogibo and many more. Consumers can do their holiday shopping for the kiddos right on site!

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  • Kick off the holiday shopping season at the 21st annual Chicago Toy and Game Fair!
  • Presented by People of Play (POP), the Chicago Toy and Game Fair (CHITAG) is the largest toy and game fair open to the public in North America!
  • Many of the winning inventions have been licensed by these global companies and can be found on store shelves today!
  • - and try your hand at the Big Dice Shooter Game!

NORDSTROM AND NORDSTROM RACK INVITE YOU HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

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Monday, October 30, 2023

SEATTLE, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In this season of joy, Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack are inviting you home for the holidays. This year, Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack are the ultimate holiday gifting destinations offering everything you need in a range of prices for everyone you love – including yourself. From extraordinary gifts to stocking stuffers, to exclusive Disney100 and Swarovski pop-ups to festive experiences, we're here to help, making it easy with our services, including our online wish list function, same-day and next-day order pick up, personalization, and our amazing salespeople who can help customers find the very best gifts.

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  • Simply choose Same-Day or Next-Day Pick Up when completing your online order and select the Nordstrom, Nordstrom Local or Nordstrom Rack store where you'd like to pick up your order.
  • For gift wrapping, Nordstrom will charge $5 per item purchased at Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack and $15 for any non-Nordstrom or Nordstrom Rack item.
  • Visit any Nordstrom or Nordstrom Local and select Nordstrom Rack stores to give your gifts a personalized touch.
  • Shop the best beauty and grooming gifts from Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack – and if you're a Nordy Club member, earn 5X the points while doing it.

Mattel Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

At 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) today, Mattel will host a conference call with investors and financial analysts to discuss its third quarter financial results.

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  • At 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) today, Mattel will host a conference call with investors and financial analysts to discuss its third quarter financial results.
  • To supplement our financial results presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”), Mattel presents certain non-GAAP financial measures within the meaning of Regulation G promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Commission.
  • Mattel believes that the disclosure of non-GAAP financial measures provides useful supplemental information to investors to be able to better evaluate ongoing business performance and certain components of Mattel’s results.
  • The disclosure of the percentage change in constant currency enhances investor’s ability to compare financial results from one period to another.

What's Trending in the Toy Box? The Toy Insider™ Experts Dish on What's Hot to Help Holiday Shoppers Find Toys Sure to "Wow" Kids and Kidults

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

 NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toy Insider, the toy industry's most influential organization and a trusted go-to resource for parents and gift-givers, revealed the top toy trends of 2023 and expert toy picks from each trend for effortless holiday shopping. As inflation persists in toy aisles this holiday season, consumers should prepare to add a couple more dollars to their budget and shop early to find trending toys at the best price.

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  • "We're seeing trusted classics—dolls, stuffed animals, active toys and activity kits—undergo a modern-day renaissance for today's kids.
  • Plus, a rapidly growing assortment of options for adults proves grown-ups just want to have fun, too!"
  • Shoppers can choose from a wide range of trending toys, with something for every budget, using The Toy Insider's 18th annual Holiday Gift Guide .
  • More grownups are playing with toys than ever, and toy companies are making toys with kids at heart in mind.

DREAMWORKS ANIMATION AND UNIVERSAL PICTURES PROUDLY PRESENT AN IMMERSIVE FAN EVENT AND MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA TO CELEBRATE THE LAUNCH OF THE NEW DREAMWORKS ANIMATION FILM "TROLLS BAND TOGETHER" (IN THEATERS NOV. 17)

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

TrollsFest is set to take over Westfield Century City in the Atrium from Friday, November 3 to Sunday, November 5.

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  • TrollsFest is set to take over Westfield Century City in the Atrium from Friday, November 3 to Sunday, November 5.
  • As the centerpiece attraction of TrollsFest, fans will be treated to the ultimate VIP experience as they are invited to go on stage and perform with BroZone.
  • This exclusive package includes a makeover, expert dance choreography lessons, a performance on stage with BroZone and a memorable personalized video.
  • Following the performance, VIPs will feel like true Trolls superstars during their big press reveal with the paparazzi.

Mattel Announces Collaboration Between Masters of the Universe and Paramount’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today the collaboration between its celebrated brand, Masters of the Universe and the iconic franchise, Paramount’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, to unveil The Masters of the Universe Origins Turtles of Grayskull toy line.

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  • Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today the collaboration between its celebrated brand, Masters of the Universe and the iconic franchise, Paramount’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, to unveil The Masters of the Universe Origins Turtles of Grayskull toy line.
  • Combining the power of Eternia with the sewer-dwelling heroes of New York, The Masters of the Universe Origins Turtles of Grayskull toy line represents an exciting overlap of two beloved worlds to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in 2024.
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    Mattel's Masters of the Universe announces collaboration with Paramount's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to unveil the Turtles of Grayskull toy line.
  • “Bringing the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles into Masters of the Universe is a dream come true for many action figure fans.

Adobe Releases Next Generation of Firefly Models

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Today, at Adobe MAX – the world’s largest creativity conference – Adobe (Nasdaq:ADBE) unveiled Adobe Firefly Image 2 Model , Adobe Firefly Vector Model and Adobe Firefly Design Model , the next major release in its family of creative generative AI models.

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  • Today, at Adobe MAX – the world’s largest creativity conference – Adobe (Nasdaq:ADBE) unveiled Adobe Firefly Image 2 Model , Adobe Firefly Vector Model and Adobe Firefly Design Model , the next major release in its family of creative generative AI models.
  • Firefly Design Model powers instant generation of amazing quality template designs in Adobe Express with the new Text to Template capability.
  • Like the initial Firefly model, Firefly Image 2 is trained on licensed content, such as Adobe Stock, and public domain content where the copyright has expired.
  • The new Firefly Design Model powers the instant generation of stunning template designs with the new Text to Template capability in Adobe Express, using the best professional layout technology combined with Firefly Image Model, Adobe Stock and Adobe Fonts.