UCF Center for Emerging Media

Emergent Media and VISIT FLORIDA's On-Going Culinary Series Sets Travelers' Sights on the State's Southwest Coast

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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These individuals are well-versed in their particular culinary tradition, and their cultural origins are represented in the flavors they serve up.

Key Points: 
  • These individuals are well-versed in their particular culinary tradition, and their cultural origins are represented in the flavors they serve up.
  • Emergent Media and VISIT FLORIDA's On-Going Culinary Series Sets Travelers' Sights across the Florida sunshine state.
  • The 5th season of "Florida's Table" traces a route through an array of Southwest Florida's culinary treasures.
  • This edition of Emergent Media's custom content series for VISIT FLORIDA showcases a diverse sampling of the region's culinary finds.

Emergent Media Announces Creator Network Program

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Emergent Media announced the launch of its Creator Program which is geared towards increasing the company's mix of original content while also scaling creator-led editorial output across Emergent's family of brands, including Paradise, SHLTR, Golden State, Cabinfeed, Surfers and California Love. Emergent Media has already on-boarded its first wave of highly talented creator-partners and is in the process of tripling the size of its creator network roster by year end. In addition to contributing video and photo assets for use in Emergent-owned editorial properties, creators representing a variety of backgrounds and styles will be collaborating with the Emergent studio team to deliver assignments for various Emergent-owned and branded content projects.

Key Points: 
  • Emergent Media has already on-boarded its first wave of highly talented creator-partners and is in the process of tripling the size of its creator network roster by year end.
  • The Creator Program increases Emergent Media's mix of original content while also scaling creator-led editorial output.
  • This network of visual storytellers represents the essence of Emergent's "Modern Explorer" audience.
  • Emergent is already tapping into its Creator Network to fuel several of its original, social-first series.

Nickelytics and Kiwibot Activate Delivery Robots for Ad Council's Pets and People Together Campaign

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Nickelytics, the renowned venture-backed adtech startup specializing in Out-Of-Home (OOH) advertising, is excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Kiwibot, the cutting-edge robotics company celebrated for its sidewalk delivery robots.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Nickelytics, the renowned venture-backed adtech startup specializing in Out-Of-Home (OOH) advertising, is excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Kiwibot, the cutting-edge robotics company celebrated for its sidewalk delivery robots.
  • In collaboration with the Ad Council, Nickelytics and Kiwibot are embarking on an initiative to inspire people to take steps to help keep pets and their families together.
  • Leveraging Nickelytics' expertise in targeted OOH advertising and Kiwibots' safe and reliable delivery robots, the "Pets and People Together" campaign will engage with Washington, DC residents on an intimate level, driving awareness across the region.
  • For more information about Nickelytics and the "Pets and People Together" campaign, please visit www.nickelytics.com and www.petsandpeopletogether.org .

Launching in Argos: NickWatch, the new connected smartwatch for kids

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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LONDON, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NickWatch , a new connected smartwatch under license agreement with the popular kids' brand Nickelodeon, is now available at Argos for kids aged six to nine.

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  • LONDON, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NickWatch , a new connected smartwatch under license agreement with the popular kids' brand Nickelodeon, is now available at Argos for kids aged six to nine.
  • Offering a wealth of entertainment based on Nickelodeon's iconic characters, the brand new NickWatch features games, dances, crafts, music, safe connectivity, communication and customisation, all in the one must-have accessory for kids.
  • The NickWatch allows parents to monitor their child's use and most importantly, keep track of their child's location via the app.
  • New games will be released every few months, along with new stickers and watch face designs, new sound effects, musical instruments and voice filters.

LaLiga and Play Anywhere Unlock the Value of Interactivity Enabling Rightsholders to Provide Enhanced Viewer Interactive Experiences

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Thursday, June 15, 2023
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The new partnership facilitates the granting of an extension of rightsholders’ media rights through Interactive Rights so that they and their distribution channels can enable interactive experiences associated with LaLiga content and generate new revenue streams when they use Play Anywhere’s Clearinghouse and Interactive Panel.

Key Points: 
  • The new partnership facilitates the granting of an extension of rightsholders’ media rights through Interactive Rights so that they and their distribution channels can enable interactive experiences associated with LaLiga content and generate new revenue streams when they use Play Anywhere’s Clearinghouse and Interactive Panel.
  • Under this exclusive agreement, LaLiga has partnered with Play Anywhere Holdings for interactivity across LaLiga’s direct to consumer offering and its vast distribution network of rightsholders.
  • For fans, Play Anywhere’s state-of-the-art AI engine revolutionizes the viewing experience through offering real-time interactivity, including personalized gaming and e-commerce opportunities.
  • Óscar Mayo, Executive Director of LaLiga commented, “We are very excited to partner with Play Anywhere.

VidMob Establishes a Board of Directors for VidMob Gives to Amplify Social Impact

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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The new board members bring diverse skills and expertise to VidMob Gives, with extensive experience in corporate social impact, social innovation, strategy development, partnerships, and impact evaluation.

Key Points: 
  • The new board members bring diverse skills and expertise to VidMob Gives, with extensive experience in corporate social impact, social innovation, strategy development, partnerships, and impact evaluation.
  • "I’m incredibly honored to welcome all of our accomplished new board members, and look forward to the impact they will have for Vidmob Gives.
  • "I'm excited about going further with Gives, and the formation of the new board will help us do just that."
  • Admas Kanyagia, VP of Social Impact at Digital Ocean, brings extensive experience in philanthropy, tech for good, sustainability, and ESG programs.

DJ Perera Named Chief Media Officer at the Ad Council

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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NEW YORK, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ad Council, America's leader in using the power of communications to drive social impact at scale, announced today that DJ Perera has joined the organization as Chief Media Officer.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ad Council, America's leader in using the power of communications to drive social impact at scale, announced today that DJ Perera has joined the organization as Chief Media Officer.
  • Prior to joining the Ad Council, Perera led Boehringer Ingelheim's U.S. Media Center of Excellence, managing all aspects of direct-to-consumer and health care professionals paid media for the company's brands.
  • In her new role, Perera will oversee the Ad Council's Media team and the department's four Centers of Excellence: Digital Products, Digital Media and Operations, Media Strategy and Engagement and Emerging Media, Technology and Innovation.
  • This opportunity to serve as the Chief Media Officer at the Ad Council is exactly that for me," said Perera.

It's time to dial up the fun with NickWatch, the new connected smartwatch for kids

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Friday, April 14, 2023
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LONDON, April 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Israeli start-up Watchinu has launched NickWatch , a new connected smartwatch under license agreement with the popular kids' brand Nickelodeon, now available for kids aged six to nine.

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  • LONDON, April 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Israeli start-up Watchinu has launched NickWatch , a new connected smartwatch under license agreement with the popular kids' brand Nickelodeon, now available for kids aged six to nine.
  • The connected smartwatch features characters from beloved Nickelodeon series including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, SpongeBob SquarePants and more.
  • NickWatch also allows parents to monitor their child's use and, importantly, keep track of their child's location via the 'NickWatch Caretaker App.'
  • Downloadable on all app stores when subscribed, the Caretaker App gives caregivers peace of mind when away from their children.

VUZ PARTNERS WITH MBC GROUP TO EXPAND ITS VIDEO CONTENT OFFERINGS AND XR EXPERIENCES

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Friday, February 17, 2023
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Key content will be featured and will include primetime and top entertainment shows in key markets.

Key Points: 
  • Key content will be featured and will include primetime and top entertainment shows in key markets.
  • This new combined programming and streaming approach will also feature live on VUZ, which will include special social channels for MBC on the VUZ platform.
  • Together with MBC GROUP, we are excited to strengthen our position as the leading immersive social app globally."
  • Content covers entertainment, creator spotlights, and sports segments in XR experiences, such as AR and VR, from virtually anywhere in the world.

VUZ PARTNERS WITH MBC GROUP TO EXPAND ITS VIDEO CONTENT OFFERINGS AND XR EXPERIENCES

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Friday, February 17, 2023
VR, MBC, MENA, UCF Center for Emerging Media, Radio, Capital, MBC Group, XR, Partnership, Environment, VUZ, Virtual reality, Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, AR, Video game

Key content will be featured and will include primetime and top entertainment shows in key markets.

Key Points: 
  • Key content will be featured and will include primetime and top entertainment shows in key markets.
  • This new combined programming and streaming approach will also feature live on VUZ, which will include special social channels for MBC on the VUZ platform.
  • Together with MBC GROUP, we are excited to strengthen our position as the leading immersive social app globally."
  • Content covers entertainment, creator spotlights, and sports segments in XR experiences, such as AR and VR, from virtually anywhere in the world.