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BYRON ALLEN'S ALLEN MEDIA GROUP SIGNS PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR $28.5 MILLION CASH ACQUISITION OF MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA FOX AFFILIATE WCOV-TV

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Thursday, December 16, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Byron Allen's Allen Media Group division Allen Media Broadcasting is proud to announce it has signed a purchase agreement for its acquisition of the Montgomery, Alabama broadcast television station WCOV-TV (Fox 20) -- UHF digital channel 22 -- from David Woods and his Woods Communications Corporation for $28.5 million in cash. This acquisition is expected to close in 2022.

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  • The most recent television station acquisition by Allen Media Broadcasting was Honolulu's KIKU-TVin September, 2021.
  • In August 2021, Allen Media Broadcasting completed its $380 million cash acquisition of 10 local television stations in seven markets divested from the Gray Television transaction with Quincy Media.
  • In a separate deal in July, 2021, Allen purchased Flint, Michigan's ABC affiliate WJRT-TV from Gray Television for $70 million.
  • Allen Media Group was founded by Byron Allen in 1993.

BetMGM Launches Borgata Bingo in New Jersey

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Wednesday, December 15, 2021
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JERSEY CITY, N.J., Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --BetMGM announced today the launch of Borgata Bingo online in New Jersey.

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  • JERSEY CITY, N.J., Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --BetMGM announced today the launch of Borgata Bingo online in New Jersey.
  • Borgata Bingo gives players access to the first 75-ball real money online bingo product in the U.S., as well as to a host of exclusive slot games and jackpot prizes.
  • "Borgata Bingo provides players with an engaging digital gaming experience one that builds upon the fun of live, in-person bingo," said Matthew Sunderland, Vice President of Gaming, BetMGM.
  • BetMGM is proud to provide resources to help customers play responsibly.To learn more about BetMGM, follow @BetMGM on Twitter.

Retail Sports Betting Now Live At MGM National Harbor In Maryland

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Thursday, December 9, 2021
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The BetMGM Sportsbook & Lounge is one of three staffed sports betting locations at MGM National Harbor which includes TAP Sports Bar (four kiosks; four betting windows) and the casino's second level (7 kiosks; five betting windows).

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  • The BetMGM Sportsbook & Lounge is one of three staffed sports betting locations at MGM National Harbor which includes TAP Sports Bar (four kiosks; four betting windows) and the casino's second level (7 kiosks; five betting windows).
  • BetMGM and MGM National Harbor are proud to provide resources to help customers play responsibly.
  • Located in an unrivaled setting, MGM National Harbor offers stunning panoramic views of the eastern shore of the Potomac River in Maryland.
  • MGM National Harbor is owned by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM).

Indeed, Lena Waithe, and Hillman Grad Productions Extend Rising Voices Partnership; Indeed Commits $3 Million to BIPOC Filmmaker Initiative

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Tuesday, December 7, 2021
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We are thrilled to be bringing back the Rising Voices program with our partners at Indeed," said Waithe and Hillman Grad President, Rishi Rajani.

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  • We are thrilled to be bringing back the Rising Voices program with our partners at Indeed," said Waithe and Hillman Grad President, Rishi Rajani.
  • Creating these opportunities for underrepresented voices and kickstarting their careers is fundamental to our mission here at Hillman Grad.
  • "The incredible work of the filmmakers in Season 1 of Rising Voices demonstrated our belief that talent is universal but opportunity is not.
  • A $2 million production budget from Indeed has been allocated to The Lab, and Hillman Grad will provide production support.

Entertainment Data Company Meta is Now 'Fabric'

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Thursday, December 2, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Dec. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Meta Data Systems, the leader in metadata management of media and entertainment catalogs, whose clients include WarnerMedia, HBO, MGM, Epix,and Fox, has announced today that effective immediately, its new name will be "Fabric".

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  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Meta Data Systems, the leader in metadata management of media and entertainment catalogs, whose clients include WarnerMedia, HBO, MGM, Epix,and Fox, has announced today that effective immediately, its new name will be "Fabric".
  • In the data management industry, the term "data fabric" is defined as "a design concept that serves as an integrated layer (fabric) of data and connecting processes.
  • It leverages both human and machine capabilities to access data in place or support its consolidation where appropriate."
  • The last decade has seen immense changes for media and entertainment companies with dramatic transformation at both ends of the value chain.

Tranquil Dubai To Be First Globally To Incorporate Stay Well by Delos Throughout Entire Property

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021
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Delos, a global wellness real estate and technology company, and Tranquil, a boutique urban wellness real estate company, today announced a collaboration to incorporate Delos wellness technologies throughout the new Tranquil Wellness Tower in Dubai.

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  • Delos, a global wellness real estate and technology company, and Tranquil, a boutique urban wellness real estate company, today announced a collaboration to incorporate Delos wellness technologies throughout the new Tranquil Wellness Tower in Dubai.
  • Stay Well by Delos provides evidence-based health and wellness features and programming to help create healthier indoor spaces, and will be incorporated throughout the property, making Tranquil the first property in the world to offer Stay Well by Delos as a standard amenity.
  • We are excited to introduce our Stay Well by Delos offering into the Middle East region in the visionary Tranquil Wellness Tower.
  • The Stay Well by Delos offering will include advanced air purification, custom water filtration, circadian lighting and an enhanced sleep system.

Whip Media Appoints Joanna Wise As Senior Vice President of People and Patrick Kilkelly as Vice President of Customer Success

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021
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Joanna Wise has joined the company as Senior Vice President of People and Patrick Kilkelly as Vice President of Customer Success.

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  • Joanna Wise has joined the company as Senior Vice President of People and Patrick Kilkelly as Vice President of Customer Success.
  • Wise joins Whip Media from EPIX, wholly owned by Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM), where she served as the Vice President of Human Resources.
  • Prior to EPIX, Wise was Director of Human Resources for MLB Advanced Media, the interactive media and Internet company of Major League Baseball.
  • In his new role at Whip Media, Kilkelly will focus on customer strategy and growth, product adoption, sales assistance, retention and support.

Stage 32 Founder & CEO Richard Botto Joins Fast Company Executive Board

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021
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Founded in 2021, the Fast Company Executive Board is a private, vetted professional organization that gives its members a unique, industry-leading peer group.

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  • Founded in 2021, the Fast Company Executive Board is a private, vetted professional organization that gives its members a unique, industry-leading peer group.
  • "I am honored to be appointed to the Fast Company Executive Board," said RB.
  • "We are pleased to accept Richard Botto into the Fast Company Executive Board," said Scott Gerber, founder of the Fast Company Executive Board, "When leaders gather in curated, private settings, they can collaborate and create new business opportunities across a broad range of industries.
  • As a Fast Company Executive Board member, Botto will be empowered to share his insights and perspectives across a number of Fast Company platforms.

Looking Ahead: The 2022 Season Preview of Arts, Culture & More in The Palm Beaches

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Monday, November 22, 2021
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The Council has curated a 2022 Season Preview--featuring cultural experiences that will enhance and enrich any vacation.

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  • The Council has curated a 2022 Season Preview--featuring cultural experiences that will enhance and enrich any vacation.
  • Whether youre a history buff, seeking outdoor fun, or channeling your inner artist, 2022 programming in The Palm Beaches has must-see attractions for everyone.
  • Machu Picchu: Now through March 6, 2022, embark on a journey through time and discover a culture that thrived in a mythic world.
  • The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County is the official support agency for arts and culture in The Palm Beaches, Floridas Cultural Capital.

Tiidal Gaming Announces Public Listing on the Canadian Securities Exchange

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021
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Tiidal's Common Shares Commence Listing on CSE Under the Ticker 'TIDL'

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  • Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - November 17, 2021) - Tiidal Gaming Group Corp. (CSE: TIDL) ("Tiidal" or the "Company"), a leading Canadian esports and gaming platform company, is pleased to announce that the Company's common shares will begin trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange (the "CSE") under the ticker symbol "TIDL" at the market open on November 17, 2021.
  • Tiidal is an esports and gaming platform company focused on accelerating the growth of game-based entertainment through its media and technology operations, namely Sportsflare and Lazarus Esports.
  • Lazarus is Canada's first established esports team and is ranked as the top Canadian esports team based on historical winnings.
  • Tiidal is an esports and gaming platform company focused on owning and operating synergistic businesses in the gaming ecosystem, including its wholly-owned subsidiaries Sportsflare and Lazarus Esports.