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Engaging New Infant, Toddler and Preschool Toys from VTech® Available Now

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Monday, September 12, 2022
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CHICAGO, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today VTech® announced the availability of the Smart Chart Medical Kit™, Pop & Spin Mower™ and Toy of the Year Award Finalist Level Up Gaming Chair™, engaging new additions to its expansive infant, toddler, and preschool lines. The exciting new pretend-play toys keep kids engaged in good-for-you play that never runs out of fun!

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  • The exciting new pretend-play toys keep kids engaged in good-for-you play that never runs out of fun!
  • Children can also sit and play by spinning the roller or pressing the light-up buttons to explore gardening themes and colors.
  • Highlights of the latest infant, toddler and preschool toys, available now at major retailers nationwide, include:
    Level Up Gaming Chair : Invite little gamers to get in on the action with the Level Up Gaming Chair.
  • The company also has a broad range of award-winning infant, toddler and preschool products available in 28different languages worldwide, with more than 100 new products introduced every year.

Five VTech® and LeapFrog® Toys Selected as Esteemed Toy of the Year Award Finalists

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Monday, August 15, 2022
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CHICAGO, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today VTech and LeapFrog announced five products are finalists for The Toy Foundation's Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards.

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  • CHICAGO, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today VTech and LeapFrog announced five products are finalists for The Toy Foundation's Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards.
  • VTech's Level Up Gaming Chair and LeapFrog's 100 Things That Go book are both finalists for Infant/Toddler Toy of the Year.
  • Additionally, the VTech DJ Beat Boxer and LeapFrog My Pal Scout Smarty Paws have both been nominated for Plush Toy of the Year.
  • Additional details about VTech and LeapFrog TOTY finalists can be found at www.vtechkids.com and www.leapfrog.com .

First Program of Its Kind at Activision Blizzard to Train and Develop Talent for Engineering Roles

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Monday, July 11, 2022
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Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) has launched today its first-of-its-kind, groundbreaking talent training program called Level Up U.

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  • Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) has launched today its first-of-its-kind, groundbreaking talent training program called Level Up U.
  • The program launches at a time when the industrys demand for engineering talent outpaces the available qualified professionals with game development experience and the necessary job requirements.
  • Through a combination of on-site and virtual training, Level Up U is a 12-week program that prepares and develops professionals for engineering positions at Activision and Blizzard.
  • We hope this will lead to greater talent mobility both within Activision Blizzard and in the games industry.

ACUPUNCTURE AND HERBS: A RECIPE TO HELP GERIATRIC PETS AND THOSE WITH CANCER

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Thursday, April 14, 2022
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ORLANDO, Fla., April 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Acupuncture, herbal medicine and other non-traditional options are growing in popularity for treating pets with cancer, chronic renal failure, severe pain associated with chronic arthritis and other ailments, even extending life for geriatric patients and improving quality of life.

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  • With acupuncture, the animal maintains a high quality of life and we can often extend life another three to five years.
  • Acupuncture offers an alternative treatment option for geriatric patients where conventional treatments may be difficult.
  • "Just like in people, we target weak areas and work to help the dog maintain or regain independent mobility.
  • Additionally, summit attendees will learn how herbal medicine and diet can help a pet with a cancer diagnosis.

VTech® Expands Its Offerings with New Interactive Infant, Toddler and Preschool Toys

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022
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CHICAGO, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today VTech® announced engaging new additions to its expansive infant, toddler and preschool lines with fun pretend-play toys, including the Level Up Gaming Chair™, Smart Chart Medical Kit™ and the Pop & Spin Mower™. The newest items encourage developmental play through discovery and will be available at major retailers later this year.

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  • "Our new toys encourage kids to use their imaginations which is so important to a child's development."
  • Even the youngest doctors in the house can care for their family with the Smart Chart Medical Kit.
  • They can dress up like a doctor then use the interactive tablet to explore medical instruments, the human body and common ailments.
  • Children can also sit and play by spinning the roller or pressing the light-up buttons to explore gardening themes and colors.

Life & Business Coach Nick Santonastasso Joins Ryan Zofay on We Level Up Treatment Team

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022
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DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla., March 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nick Santonastasso continues to inspire the people of Florida and the world as he joins Ryan Zofay at We Level Up.

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  • DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla., March 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nick Santonastasso continues to inspire the people of Florida and the world as he joins Ryan Zofay at We Level Up.
  • Nick Santonastasso was diagnosed with Hanhart Syndrome at a young age, but he didn't let it stop him from pursuing his dreams and inspiring others to do the same.
  • Hanhart Syndrome is the genetic condition that caused Nick Santonastasso to be born without legs.
  • In joining We Level Up's rehab team, he will play a critical role in changing countless lives.

Level Up! With Skills/Compétences Canada For An Exciting Day of Virtual Career Exploration

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022
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With Skills Canada, a one-day FREE interactive virtual career exploration event for students, teachers, parents, apprentices, and career seekers interested in learning more about skilled trade and technology careers.

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  • With Skills Canada, a one-day FREE interactive virtual career exploration event for students, teachers, parents, apprentices, and career seekers interested in learning more about skilled trade and technology careers.
  • With Skills Canada will be held on February 24, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST on a virtual platform .
  • With Skills Canada provide a platform where Canadian youth can explore and discover skilled trade and technology careers through virtual activities.
  • With Skills Canada virtual platform will be available for viewing until May 24.

EMD Electronics Announces New Factory in Arizona to Expand Capacities of its Delivery Systems & Services Business

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Wednesday, January 12, 2022
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TEMPE, Ariz., Jan. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --EMD Electronics, the North American Electronics business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, today announced a new factory in the greater Phoenix, Arizona area for the manufacture of equipment for its Delivery Systems & Services (DS&S) business.

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., Jan. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --EMD Electronics, the North American Electronics business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, today announced a new factory in the greater Phoenix, Arizona area for the manufacture of equipment for its Delivery Systems & Services (DS&S) business.
  • The factory will operate on a new property in Chandler, Arizona and has been secured with a long-term lease.
  • "Arizona is excited to welcome EMD Electronics' new factory," said Governor Doug Ducey.
  • "EMD Electronics' Delivery Systems and Services expansion is a valuable addition to our state's thriving semiconductor ecosystem, increasing manufacturing and transportation capabilities critical to the semiconductor production process.

EMD Electronics Announces $1 Billion Investment in US to Support Semiconductor Customers

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Tuesday, December 7, 2021
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Over the next five years, the company plans to spend around $2.5 billion globally in long-term fixed assets (CapEx) in Semiconductor and Display Solutions.

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  • Over the next five years, the company plans to spend around $2.5 billion globally in long-term fixed assets (CapEx) in Semiconductor and Display Solutions.
  • In the US, EMD Electronics plans to invest primarily in its Arizona, California, Texas, and Pennsylvania sites.
  • The priorities Scale and Technology support the massive capacity expansion that is happening globally in the semiconductor and electronics industries fueled by large-scale investments from its customers.
  • EMD Electronics is the North American electronics business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

Out Now: VNCCII Releases, "Level Up 2 Nirvana"

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Friday, December 3, 2021
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"Level Up 2 Nirvana" is a nod to the concept of the 'open metaverse.' Inspired by the concepts found in gaming -- namely concepts like Web 3.0, Octalysis and other forward-thinking ideas embraced by spiritual technologists -- "Level Up 2 Nirvana" is a song for today's youth culture.

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  • VNCCII is an artist for the future, and she speaks to music-lovers through her avatar.
  • The new release from VNCCII is titled, "Level Up 2 Nirvana," and it's out now.
  • Ever at the forefront of entertainment technology, VNCCII has a custom Unreal Engine (by Epic Games) environment built for virtual performances.
  • In real life, VNCCII performs in-the-flesh as a DJ, as well as performing with a custom Ableton Live setup with live vocals.