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Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Names Entertainment Industry Veteran Phil Oppenheim as Chief Content Officer

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Inc. (Nasdaq: CSSE), one of the largest operators of advertising-supported video on demand (AVOD) streaming services, today announced the appointment of entertainment and streaming industry veteran Phil Oppenheim, as chief content officer.

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  • Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Inc. (Nasdaq: CSSE), one of the largest operators of advertising-supported video on demand (AVOD) streaming services, today announced the appointment of entertainment and streaming industry veteran Phil Oppenheim, as chief content officer.
  • He will report to Jonathan Katz, president, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221005005185/en/
    Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment names entertainment industry veteran Phil Oppenheim as Chief Content Officer.
  • Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment is a subsidiary of Chicken Soup for the Soul, LLC, which publishes the famous book series and produces super-premium pet food under the Chicken Soup for the Soul brand name.

Award-Winning Film & Television Producer, and Vassar Alumnus Jason Blum Donates $10 Million to the College to Enhance Financial Aid

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

"As we prepare to launch the largest campaign in Vassar's history, Jason Blum's gift for financial aid is catalytic and will have a positiveimpact on innumerable lives of Vassar students for years to come," President Bradley said.

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  • "As we prepare to launch the largest campaign in Vassar's history, Jason Blum's gift for financial aid is catalytic and will have a positiveimpact on innumerable lives of Vassar students for years to come," President Bradley said.
  • Blum, who majored in drama at Vassar, said his gift reflected his gratitude for the role his Vassar education played in shaping his career.
  • Blum is the founder and CEO of Blumhouse,a multi-media production company that pioneered a new model of studio filmmaking, producing high-quality, micro-budget films.
  • Vassar College is a coeducational, independent, residential liberal arts college founded in 1861.

Long Island University Appoints Tom Dunn, formerly of Lincoln Center, as Executive Director, Tilles Center for the Performing Arts

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Monday, June 6, 2022

BROOKVILLE, N.Y., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Long Island University announced that Tom Dunn will serve as the new executive director of Tilles Center for the Performing Arts. Mr. Dunn has had an illustrious career in arts management highlighted by more than 16 years in leadership positions at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. He most recently served as executive director of the Southampton Arts Center since 2018. He will assume the new position effective Aug. 15, 2022.

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  • BROOKVILLE, N.Y., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Long Island University announced that Tom Dunn will serve as the new executive director of Tilles Center for the Performing Arts.
  • Mr. Dunn has had an illustrious career in arts management highlighted by more than 16 years in leadership positions at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.
  • "We are thrilled that Tom Dunn will bring his vast knowledge of arts management and his incredible passion for live performance to Tilles Center," saidLong Island University President Kimberly R. Cline.
  • According to Reynold Levy, former CEO of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, "Tom played an integral role in the notable redevelopment and expansion of Lincoln Center.

Garmin introduces epix, a premium multisport smartwatch featuring vibrant AMOLED display and up to 16 days of battery life

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN), today announced epix , a premium multisport smartwatch featuring a bright AMOLED display.

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  • Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN), today announced epix , a premium multisport smartwatch featuring a bright AMOLED display.
  • Built for everyday wear, epix combines a durable design and premium materials like sapphire and titanium with a 1.3 always-on bright and beautiful AMOLED display.
  • Trusted button controls are matched with a responsive new touchscreen interface for dual utility, improving daily smartwatch interaction and map navigation.
  • Garmin and epix are registered trademarks and QuickFit, PacePro, SkiView and Garmin Pay are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.

Entertainment Data Company Meta is Now 'Fabric'

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Thursday, December 2, 2021

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.

Entertainment Data Company Meta Acquired By Software Entrepreneur Rob Delf, Restructures For Growth

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Monday, August 2, 2021

Delf will lead Meta as CEO, as the London-based company continues an aggressive growth trajectory and launches a U.S. based marketing campaign from its new offices in Los Angeles.

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  • Delf will lead Meta as CEO, as the London-based company continues an aggressive growth trajectory and launches a U.S. based marketing campaign from its new offices in Los Angeles.
  • "The last decade has seen immense changes for media and entertainment companies with dramatic transformation at both ends of the value chain.
  • This is the third startup for Delf, whose experience is focused on early-stage technology companies in the entertainment space.
  • Meta enables customers to store identification, editorial, technical, discovery and AI-generated content metadata for media and entertainment catalogues.

TIDAL And EPIX Launch New Subscription Bundle Timed To The Season Two Premiere Of Award-Winning Drama Series "Godfather Of Harlem"

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Monday, April 19, 2021

b'NEW YORK, April 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Global music and entertainment streaming platform, TIDAL, announced an exclusive subscription bundle with premium cable network EPIX\'s streaming service, EPIX NOW.

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  • b'NEW YORK, April 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Global music and entertainment streaming platform, TIDAL, announced an exclusive subscription bundle with premium cable network EPIX\'s streaming service, EPIX NOW.
  • Starting now, new users can subscribe to both TIDAL Premium and EPIX NOW for only $12.99 per month.\nThe bundle launched the same day as the season two premiere of EPIX\'s original drama series "Godfather of Harlem," starring Emmy-Award winner Forest Whitaker.
  • Through the partnership, members can enjoy tracks from the series\' soundtrack, executive produced and supervised by Swizz Beatz as well as enjoy content on both platforms.
  • Follow EPIX on Twitter @EpixHd ( http://www.twitter.com/EpixHD ) and on Facebook ( http://www.facebook.com/EPIX ), YouTube ( http://youtube.com/EPIX ), Instagram ( http://instagram.com/EPIX ) and Snapchat @EPIXTV.\n'

Major Expansion for Beenox in Quebec City

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

QUEBEC CITY, Dec. 15, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ -Beenox, one of Quebec City's leading video game studios, today announced an ambitious expansion plan in support of the Call of Duty franchise.

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  • QUEBEC CITY, Dec. 15, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ -Beenox, one of Quebec City's leading video game studios, today announced an ambitious expansion plan in support of the Call of Duty franchise.
  • "Qubec International and Qubec EPIX, the techno creativity in video games, animation, and immersive experiences cluster, are pleased to support this major expansion of BEENOX in Qubec City.
  • Specifically, Beenox has taken the necessary steps to attract candidates from abroad to settle in Quebec City and will soon be deploying targeted campaigns in French-speaking countries.
  • Beenox is a world-class video game development studio based in Quebec City since 2000.

fuboTV Adds Premium Entertainment Network EPIX to Programming Lineup

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Friday, December 11, 2020

fuboTV (NYSE: FUBO) has added EPIX, a suite of premium entertainment networks featuring original programming and blockbuster movies, to its live TV streaming platform.

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  • fuboTV (NYSE: FUBO) has added EPIX, a suite of premium entertainment networks featuring original programming and blockbuster movies, to its live TV streaming platform.
  • In addition to the live channel, fuboTV subscribers will also have access to thousands of EPIX titles available as VOD, including select programming in 4K, in the coming weeks.
  • The EPIX package will include EPIX, EPIX 2 and EPIX Hits.
  • Adding EPIX allows fuboTV to further expand our entertainment offering, providing even more value to our users, said Ben Grad, head of content strategy and acquisition, fuboTV.

STXfilms Steers "Horizon Line" To EPIX® Following Home Premiere Release Beginning January 12

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Tuesday, December 1, 2020

The announcement was made today by Adam Fogelson, chairman, STXfilms Motion Picture Group.The film will premiere on EPIX following its debut on all transactional platforms beginning Friday, January 12, where it will be available to purchase for $14.99 or to rent for $6.99.

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  • The announcement was made today by Adam Fogelson, chairman, STXfilms Motion Picture Group.The film will premiere on EPIX following its debut on all transactional platforms beginning Friday, January 12, where it will be available to purchase for $14.99 or to rent for $6.99.
  • Fogelson said, "Demand for quality entertainment is at an all-time high, and we're thrilled to be able to work with such strong partners as Epix.
  • The studio also recently announced that the thriller Songbird, produced by Michael Bay,will be available beginning December 11 as a PVOD release.
  • In just 5 short years, its slate of films has already grossed over $1.8b in global theatrical box office.