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CRAFTY APES EXPANDS INTERNATIONAL PRESENCE / LAUNCHES INTERNATIONAL GROWTH STRATEGY THROUGH PARTNERSHIP WITH EGG VFX AND KEY EXECUTIVE PRODUCER HIRE

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Crafty Apes, a full-service visual effects powerhouse with eight production facilities across North America and Europe, today announced the expansion of its international growth strategy, with a number of new global initiatives designed to strengthen its existing capabilities and enter compelling new markets and verticals. As part of these efforts, the company has formed a strategic partnership with EGG Post and VFX ("EGG"), a premier Dublin-based post-production and visual effects company, and has appointed Gracie Edscer, an industry-leading business development veteran, as Executive Producer, based in London.

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  • EGG will also provide local VFX resources as well as offline and online editorial, sound design and mixing, dailies, color and finishing.
  • EGG Co-founders Gary Shortall and Gareth Young said, "We're delighted to be joining forces with Crafty Apes, an iconic International VFX company.
  • Ireland is a strong VFX hub in Europe, and EGG and Crafty Apes both have experience servicing high-profile, large-scale projects for many years in our respective markets.
  • This alliance opens the door to a wider international client base for EGG and gives Crafty Apes direct access to the European market."

EA Originals and Surgent Studios Reveal Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU, an Indie Game Built as an Ode to a Lost Father Through a Thrilling and Kinetic Adventure

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Friday, December 8, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231207133955/en/
    TALES OF KENZERA™: ZAU (Graphic: Business Wire)
    “For a long time, I've struggled to find a way of communicating my journey with grief.
  • To now be able to do that through Zau's story of loss, growth and healing in Tales of Kenzera: ZAU feels so right,” said Abubakar Salim.
  • My late father introduced me to the medium, and what better way of honoring him, our relationship and love than through this experience?
  • For more information and to stay up to date on Tales of Kenzera: ZAU, visit https://www.ea.com/games/tales-of-kenzera/zau .

Art Basel Miami Beach 2023: UBS Announces Newly Commissioned Artwork by Jeffrey Gibson and Large-Scale Outdoor Video by Julianknxx

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Monday, December 4, 2023

UBS , the Global Lead Partner of Art Basel, returns to Art Basel Miami Beach in 2023 with a range of dynamic presentations, including recent acquisitions from the UBS Art Collection, and a newly commissioned triptych painting by Jeffrey Gibson in the UBS Lounge.

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  • UBS , the Global Lead Partner of Art Basel, returns to Art Basel Miami Beach in 2023 with a range of dynamic presentations, including recent acquisitions from the UBS Art Collection, and a newly commissioned triptych painting by Jeffrey Gibson in the UBS Lounge.
  • Art Basel Miami Beach 2023 will take place from December 8 to 10 at the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC).
  • “2023 marks another year of UBS collaborating with forward-thinking artists and partners at Art Basel Miami Beach, underscoring our commitment to enriching the art experience for all,” said Mary Rozell, Global Head of the UBS Art Collection.
  • Expanding on its 2022 pilot program, UBS will once again partner with Art Basel to offer complimentary tickets for Art Basel Miami Beach to registered schools in Miami.

Curiosity Taps International Media Industry Veteran Ludo Dufour as Vice President of Licensing

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Curiosity Inc. (NASDAQ: CURI), a leading global factual entertainment and media company, is delighted to announce the appointment of Ludo Dufour as Vice President of Licensing, effective immediately.

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  • Curiosity Inc. (NASDAQ: CURI), a leading global factual entertainment and media company, is delighted to announce the appointment of Ludo Dufour as Vice President of Licensing, effective immediately.
  • In this newly created role, Dufour, an experienced international media executive, joins the team to lead and drive the global licensing of Curiosity’s large and growing portfolio of award-winning factual films, series, and specials.
  • “Ludo’s extensive experience and proven track record in the global media and entertainment industry make him an invaluable addition to our team,” said Stinchcomb.
  • His previous roles include Senior Vice President of International Co-productions and Sales at Blue Ant Media and Managing Director of Distribution at Off the Fence, where he was Associate Producer for the Oscar and BAFTA-winning My Octopus Teacher.

Rollerdrome Now Available on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Private Division and Roll7 today announced that Rollerdrome, the imaginative third-person shooter-skater, is now available on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC.

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  • Private Division and Roll7 today announced that Rollerdrome, the imaginative third-person shooter-skater, is now available on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231128191068/en/
    Private Division and Roll7 today announced that Rollerdrome, the imaginative third-person shooter-skater, is now available on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC.
  • Rollerdrome is available for digital download for $29.99 on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC.
  • It is available to play now with Xbox Game Pass for console, PC, and cloud.

COMMERCIAL PROMOTING COMPASSIONATE EATING DEBUTS IN 1,800 THEATERS DURING WONKA

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Moviegoers across America can now watch the new Eat Differently Public Service Announcement (PSA) commercial during the Wonka film pre-show.

Key Points: 
  • BAFTA-winning director teams up with Eat Differently to create a bespoke Wonka campaign that highlights the transformative power of art and thinking (and eating) differently.
  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Moviegoers across America can now watch the new Eat Differently Public Service Announcement (PSA) commercial during the Wonka film pre-show.
  • Moviegoers across America can watch the Eat Differently Public Service Announcement (PSA) commercial during the Wonka.
  • The: 60 PSA debuts on 1,800 movie theater screens prior to Wonka, which stars Timothee Chalamet, Hugh Grant, and Oscar winner Olivia Colman.

MOËT & CHANDON AND ROGER FEDERER ARE PROUD TO PRESENT A SHORT MOVIE IN WHICH ENERGY, ANTICIPATION, AND PLAY DEFINE A VERY SPECIAL DINNER CELEBRATION

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

PARIS, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Moët & Chandon proudly presents a short movie sparkling with festive ambiance and joie de vivre, starring the Maison's long-time brand ambassador Roger Federer. The video chronicles the adventures of the legendary athlete as he organizes an exquisite dinner à la Moët. Friends of the House are there to accompany him, each a personification of a field where Moët & Chandon has always played—and continues to play—a fundamental role: sports, fashion, cinema, gastronomy and oenology.

Key Points: 
  • PARIS, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Moët & Chandon proudly presents a short movie sparkling with festive ambiance and joie de vivre, starring the Maison's long-time brand ambassador Roger Federer.
  • The video chronicles the adventures of the legendary athlete as he organizes an exquisite dinner à la Moët.
  • With its own rich heritage spanning two centuries, Château de Saran encapsulates the essence and legacy of Moët & Chandon.
  • The movie is featured on the official website and on the official Instagram , Facebook and YouTube accounts of Moët & Chandon.

MOËT & CHANDON AND ROGER FEDERER ARE PROUD TO PRESENT A SHORT MOVIE IN WHICH ENERGY, ANTICIPATION, AND PLAY DEFINE A VERY SPECIAL DINNER CELEBRATION

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

PARIS, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Moët & Chandon proudly presents a short movie sparkling with festive ambiance and joie de vivre, starring the Maison's long-time brand ambassador Roger Federer. The video chronicles the adventures of the legendary athlete as he organizes an exquisite dinner à la Moët. Friends of the House are there to accompany him, each a personification of a field where Moët & Chandon has always played—and continues to play—a fundamental role: sports, fashion, cinema, gastronomy and oenology.

Key Points: 
  • PARIS, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Moët & Chandon proudly presents a short movie sparkling with festive ambiance and joie de vivre, starring the Maison's long-time brand ambassador Roger Federer.
  • The video chronicles the adventures of the legendary athlete as he organizes an exquisite dinner à la Moët.
  • With its own rich heritage spanning two centuries, Château de Saran encapsulates the essence and legacy of Moët & Chandon.
  • The movie is featured on the official website and on the official Instagram , Facebook and YouTube accounts of Moët & Chandon.

Chaka Sobhani joins DDB WW as President, CCO International

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DDB Worldwide announces today Chaka Sobhani will join as President, CCO International. Sobhani is leaving Leo Burnett Worldwide to join the DDB global network.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DDB Worldwide announces today Chaka Sobhani will join as President, CCO International.
  • Sobhani is leaving Leo Burnett Worldwide to join the DDB global network.
  • Sobhani will report to DDB Worldwide's Global CEO Alex Lubar and work with Alex and DDB's global leadership team to continue elevating the DDB Network and build on its legacy of creative excellence and effectiveness.
  • Sobhani will be based out of DDB's European headquarters in London and will partner closely with Rick Brim, Global CCO of adam&eve DDB.

Bitget To List Shrapnel (SHRAP), Pioneering Gaming and Crypto Convergence

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Bitget stands among the first exchanges to onboard SHRAP and will commence trading of SHRAP on November 8th November 2023, 10 AM (UTC).

Key Points: 
  • Bitget stands among the first exchanges to onboard SHRAP and will commence trading of SHRAP on November 8th November 2023, 10 AM (UTC).
  • Developed by an esteemed team of industry experts with BAFTA and Emmy accolades, Shrapnel spearheads the intersection of gaming and blockchain.
  • With its listing, Bitget underscores its commitment to unlocking new frontiers in blockchain technology and gaming.
  • The SHRAP token, central to the Shrapnel platform's economy, is an ERC-20 token initially minted on the Avalanche C-chain.