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GoodRx Unleashes “GoodRx for Pets,” Simplifying Access and Reducing Costs for Pet Medications

GoodRx Unleashes “GoodRx for Pets,” Simplifying Access and Reducing Costs for Pet Medications

GoodRx for Pets leverages new integrated e-commerce capabilities to create a seamless user experience for accessing essential pet medications and information

SANTA MONICA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
GoodRx (Nasdaq: GDRX), the leading prescription savings platform in the U.S., today announced a newGoodRx for Pets experience that provides a more affordable and convenient way for Americans to access pet medications. Through GoodRx for Pets, pet owners can find savings and have pet medications delivered right to their door. GoodRx for Pets provides a seamless experience for pet owners, combining convenience, affordability, and accessibility in one place.

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GoodRx for Pets (Graphic: Business Wire)

GoodRx for Pets (Graphic: Business Wire)

The rising cost of pet healthcare is a significant concern for many Americans, who collectively spent more than $13 billion on pet medications in 2023, an increase that reflects a broader trend in the pet care industry. In fact, prices for pets and pet products and services have surged 25% in the last five years, considerably outpacing inflation rates. This issue is compounded by the fact that only a little over 3% of pets in the U.S. are covered by insurance, leaving many pet owners to shoulder the burden of both routine and unexpected medical costs out-of-pocket. The disparity between soaring pet care expenses and the slow growth in coverage demonstrates a growing financial strain on pet owners.

With GoodRx for Pets, pet parents can now:

  • Find savings on pet medications: Using GoodRx, pet owners can save up to 80% on medications for themselves and their pets, including pet medications for common pet conditions like allergies, anxiety, diabetes, pain, and seizures that are available at more than 70,000 retail pharmacies nationwide.
  • Skip the trip to the pharmacy: GoodRx now offers an integrated e-commerce experience, powered by Allivet, that allows pet owners to order medications and have them delivered right to their door. For the first time, GoodRx users can access pet-specific medications that aren’t available in retail pharmacies via the platform.
  • Keep up with your pet’s health: GoodRx offers expert-created articles and videos on pet health so you can get the best care for your dogs, cats, and other pets.

“Pet owners have been using GoodRx for years to save on medications for their beloved pets for conditions like anxiety and seizures – to the tune of several million prescriptions per year,” said Aaron Crittenden, SVP of Rx Marketplace at GoodRx. “It’s a pretty strong signal of value when people use your platform for something you haven’t actively pursued. So, we decided to build a focused experience for pet owners with a broader range of medications, more savings, and easy access through both pharmacies and home delivery. We’re excited about what GoodRx for Pets can do for American households over time.”

GoodRx for Pets leverages the company’s newly-launched e-commerce capability, which enables consumer health and pharmaceutical brands looking to provide a frictionless experience for consumers to integrate their offerings directly into the GoodRx platform.

To learn more about GoodRx for Pets and start saving, visit www.goodrx.com/pets

About GoodRx

GoodRx is the leading prescription savings platform in the U.S. Trusted by more than 25 million consumers and 750,000 healthcare professionals annually, GoodRx provides access to savings and affordability options for generic and brand-name medications at more than 70,000 pharmacies nationwide, as well as comprehensive healthcare research and information. Since 2011, GoodRx has helped consumers save over $75 billion on the cost of their prescriptions.

GoodRx periodically posts information that may be important to investors on its investor relations website at https://investors.goodrx.com. We intend to use our website as a means of disclosing material nonpublic information and for complying with our disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Accordingly, investors and potential investors are encouraged to consult GoodRx’s website regularly for important information, in addition to following GoodRx’s press releases, filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and public conference calls and webcasts. The information contained on, or that may be accessed through, GoodRx’s website is not incorporated by reference into, and is not a part of, this press release.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements regarding anticipated consumer savings, convenience and accessibility; the expected benefits and value of our GoodRx for Pets offering and partnership with Allivet; and our plans, expectations and objectives. These statements are neither promises nor guarantees, but involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, risks relating to our ability to achieve broad market education and change consumer purchasing habits; changes in medication pricing and pricing structures; our reliance on a limited number of industry participants; and the important factors discussed under the caption “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, and our other filings with the SEC. Any such forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, projections and estimates as of the date of this press release. While we may elect to update such forward-looking statements at some point in the future, we disclaim any obligation to do so, even if subsequent events cause our views to change.

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New Dice Report Shows Surge in Tech Job Seeking in 2024, Modest Salary Growth

New Dice Report Shows Surge in Tech Job Seeking in 2024, Modest Salary Growth

Nearly Half of Tech Professionals Looking for New Roles in 2025

CENTENNIAL, Colo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
As artificial intelligence and machine learning reshape the tech landscape, commanding salary premiums of up to 17.7%, an unprecedented 47% of technology professionals are actively seeking new roles—up from 29% last year. This surge in job seeking reflects a maturing market where tech professionals increasingly focus on total compensation and growth opportunities, according to Dice’s (a DHI Group, Inc. brand; NYSE: DHX) 20th annual Tech Salary Report, which this year includes a special look back at two decades of transformation in tech.

The average technology professional salary reached $112,521 in 2024, representing a 1.2% year-over-year increase. However, this growth hasn’t translated into increased satisfaction, with tech workers’ satisfaction in compensation reaching a new low in 2024.

“While compensation remains important, tech professionals are increasingly focused on the total package—from benefits to job security to professional development opportunities,” said Art Zeile, CEO of DHI Group, Inc., parent company of Dice. “This presents both challenges and opportunities for employers looking to attract and retain top tech talent in 2025.”

20 Years of Tech Evolution Shows Progress and Challenges

As Dice celebrates 20 years of salary reporting, this year’s survey findings reveal artificial intelligence and machine learning as the most significant technological change of the past two decades, cited by 36% of tech professionals with over 20 years of experience. Cloud computing and virtualization (15%) and mobile technologies (8%) round out the top three most impactful changes.

Notably, women in tech with over two decades of experience are nearly 1.5 times more likely than their male counterparts to say work culture has improved over the past 20 years. “This finding suggests real progress in workplace culture,” notes Zeile. “However, with only 48% of all seasoned tech professionals saying culture has improved, there’s still significant work to do in this area.”

AI Skills Command Premium Compensation

Tech professionals responsible for artificial intelligence development earn 17.7% more than their peers not involved in AI work. This premium extends beyond base compensation, with tech professionals who are responsible for AI in their organization also reporting higher job satisfaction levels.

Regional and Industry Shifts Shape the Market

Our survey findings revealed significant geographic and sector-specific variations in 2024. Key findings include:

  • Manufacturing led 2024’s industry salary growth at 15.1%

  • Silicon Valley maintains highest tech salaries, despite a 7.3% year over year decline

  • Mid-career professionals (3-5 years experience) saw 6% salary growth

  • Consulting, software, and banking/finance remain highest-paying industries, each with average salaries exceeding $125,000 for tech workers

Tech Professionals Seek More Than Just Salary Growth

The report reveals that 59% of tech professionals feel underpaid—the highest percentage ever recorded in the survey. This sentiment coincides with companies reducing benefits across every category, from health insurance to professional development opportunities.

“We’re seeing a clear disconnect between what tech professionals value and what they’re receiving from employers,” said Zeile. “Organizations that can bridge this gap, particularly in areas like remote work flexibility and professional development, will have a significant advantage in attracting top talent in 2025.”

Benefits Gap Widens Amid Cultural Shifts

Even as salaries show modest growth, Dice’s findings show that companies appear to be scaling back valuable benefits:

  • Training and education opportunities dropped 6 percentage points in 2024 compared to 2023

  • Remote work options declined 4 percentage points year-over-year

  • Only 36% of tech professionals received merit raises, down from 41% in 2023

“The reduction in benefits, particularly in areas like professional development and flexible work arrangements, may be contributing to the unprecedented levels of job seeking we’re seeing,” adds Zeile. “As we mark twenty years of tracking tech careers, it’s clear that while we’ve made progress in some areas, companies need to recognize that in today’s tech hiring market, they need to deliver on the total employment package to find and retain the best tech talent.”

Methodology

Dice conducted the 2024 Tech Salary Survey online from August 30 to November 6, 2024, generating 2,835 qualified responses from technology professionals. Qualified responses exclude unemployed respondents, students, incomplete responses, and those working outside the U.S.

The survey was distributed through:

  • Email invitations to Dice’s registered database members

  • Website banner notifications on Dice.com user profile pages

Data weighting was applied to gender and age variables to ensure proper representation of the Dice.com job seeker universe, resulting in a +$7,161 adjustment to mean salary results.

About Dice

Dice is a leading tech career hub connecting employers with skilled technology professionals and providing tech professionals with career opportunities, data, insights and advice. Established in 1990, Dice began as one of the first career sites and today provides a comprehensive suite of recruiting solutions, empowering companies and recruiters to make informed hiring decisions. Dice serves multiple markets throughout North America. Dice is a DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE:DHX) brand.

About DHI Group, Inc.

DHI Group, Inc (NYSE: DHX) is a provider of AI-powered career marketplaces that focus on technology roles. DHI’s two brands, Dice and ClearanceJobs, enable recruiters and hiring managers to efficiently search for and connect with highly skilled technology professionals based on the skills requested. The Company’s patented algorithm manages over 100,000 unique technology skills. Additionally, our marketplaces allow tech professionals to find their ideal next career opportunity, with relevant advice and personalized insights. Learn more at www.dhigroupinc.com.

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Xfinity and Comcast Business Services Begin Rolling Out to Upper Saucon Residents

Xfinity and Comcast Business Services Begin Rolling Out to Upper Saucon Residents

Comcast Network Expansion to Connect Nearly 7,000 Homes and Businesses in Upper Saucon Township

TREVOSE, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Comcast has connected the first 1,000 homes and businesses in Upper Saucon, Pa., to its reliable, high-speed Internet network as part of an expansion that will ultimately reach more than 7,000 homes and businesses in the township. The network expansion brings Internet, mobile, entertainment, and security services from Xfinity and Comcast Business to these residents and businesses, enhancing digital infrastructure, promoting economic growth, and positioning residents and local businesses for success in an increasingly digital world.

“Comcast’s decision to expand into the Upper Saucon community is a win for consumer choice,” said Senator Jarrett Coleman (PA-16th). “It’s critical that our residents and businesses have access to reliable, state-of-the-art broadband connectivity to fully enjoy the benefits of today’s digital world. I applaud Comcast for their commitment to bridging the digital divide by offering Internet Essentials and supporting community programming and digital literacy training.”

Residents can visit Xfinity.com/mytown and enter their addresses to check for current service availability or for additional details on construction timing. They can also stop by the Xfinity Store in Quakertown, located at 235 N. West End Blvd., to see if they are eligible for service today. The project is expected to be completed in Spring 2025. Comcast’s most recent expansion to Upper Saucon is part of the company’s latest investment in Lehigh County, which also includes a completed expansion to Coopersburg. In the last three years, Comcast has connected an additional 232,000 homes and businesses in Pennsylvania to Xfinity and Comcast Business services, with more to come in 2025.

“We are committed to investing in and expanding our network to ensure that more residents and businesses in Pennsylvania have a choice in their Internet provider,” said Dan Bonelli, Senior Vice President of Comcast’s Freedom Region, which serves Southeastern Pennsylvania. “Our network delivers a world-class experience within and outside the home, and our dedicated team of local experts are excited to help connect Upper Saucon residents to what matters most.”

A Network You Can Trust to be Reliable, Fast and Secure

Comcast’s state-of-the-art network is built to enable residents and businesses to thrive in today’s constantly connected world. Upper Saucon joins the more than 63 million homes and businesses across the country to have access to a network that is trusted by essential community organizations like hospitals, schools, transportation systems and first responders, and federal agencies like the Department of Defense and FEMA. It delivers gigabit Internet speeds, 99.9 percent reliability and built-in security to help keep customers safe from cyber threats.

Introducing Xfinity for Consumers

Comcast’s residential services are marketed under the Xfinity brand, and consumers in Upper Saucon can take advantage of Xfinity’s full suite of products, including Internet, video, mobile, voice and home security. With gigabit Internet speeds, powerful WiFi that reaches every corner of the home, and super-responsive connections with low lag available with Xfinity plans, customers have a great experience using their connected devices to stream their favorite sports and entertainment content, video chat with coworkers and friends, learn from home or simply surf the web.

Comcast Business to Power Upper Saucon

For local businesses, Comcast Business offers a suite of connectivity, communications, networking, cybersecurity, wireless, and managed solutions to help organizations of all sizes achieve their business goals. Industry analysts and associations have consistently recognized Comcast Business as a leader and innovator in flexible, scalable options as well as one of the fastest-growing providers of Ethernet services.

What It Means for the Upper Saucon Community

Comcast’s commitment to communities goes beyond building the network and aims to increase economic mobility for the local community and its residents. That’s why Comcast created Internet Essentials, a broadband adoption program that offers eligible households low-cost, high-speed Internet and affordable computers. Additionally, over the past three years, Comcast has invested more than $145 million in cash and in-kind donations into Pennsylvania nonprofits focused on helping people build digital skills, expanding WiFi-connected Lift Zones and funding connectivity and Internet adoption programs.

About Comcast Corporation

Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.

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Natera to Participate in the 43rd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference

Natera to Participate in the 43rd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference

AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA), a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, today announced that it will participate in the 43rd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco, CA on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. PT (12:00 p.m. ET). Members of management will deliver a presentation and host a Q&A with the investment community at the conference.

A live webcast may be accessed through the investor relations section of the Natera website at investor.natera.com. A replay of the event will be available shortly following the conference.

About Natera

Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA and genetic testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. We aim to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and inform earlier, more targeted interventions that help lead to longer, healthier lives. Natera’s tests are validated by more than 250 peer-reviewed publications that demonstrate high accuracy. Natera operates ISO 13485-certified and CAP-accredited laboratories certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) in Austin, Texas, and San Carlos, California. For more information, visit www.natera.com.

Investor Relations: Mike Brophy, CFO, Natera, Inc., 650-249-9090, [email protected]

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Hasbro Enhances the MONOPOLY Play Experience With Evolution of the Classic Game and New Ways to Play

Hasbro Enhances the MONOPOLY Play Experience With Evolution of the Classic Game and New Ways to Play

Fans Can Celebrate MONOPOLY’s 90th Anniversary with Expansion Packs and a New Look and Feel of the Classic Game

PAWTUCKET, R.I.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Hasbro, a leading toy and game company, today revealed updates to the world’s most popular family board game, MONOPOLY, and announced expansion packs in celebration of the iconic brand’s 90th anniversary. Over the past nine decades, MONOPOLY has remained a beloved staple of game nights. With over a billion players across the globe, more than 300 licensed versions, numerous global experiences, and wide-ranging digital games including MONOPOLY GO!, the immensely popular No. 1 mobile game launch of all time from our partners at Scopely, MONOPOLY continues to find new ways to engage fans, cementing its status as a timeless classic sure to be enjoyed by generation after generation.

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MONOPOLY Expansions & Revamped Classic Game (Photo: Business Wire)

Kicking off the beloved brand’s 90th anniversary, players everywhere can breathe new life into their classic MONOPOLY board through three new Expansion Packs: MONOPOLY Go to Jail, MONOPOLY Buy Everything, and MONOPOLY Free Parking Jackpot. These expansions not only provide quick-turn gameplay but also add twists by giving players a chance to win money, collect new cards to get away with mischief, and unlock opportunities to buy every space on the board – you can even buy the bank!

For Hasbro, players have always been at the forefront of the company’s product development and are the reason for MONOPOLY’s staying power. To support these updates, Hasbro conducted extensive research to understand how fans and families like to play and what experiences they want to take their gaming to the next level.

“MONOPOLY is more than a board game; it’s a cultural phenomenon that has transcended generations and resonates deeply with players across the globe,” said Brian Baker, Senior Vice President of Board Games at Hasbro. “These all-new expansion packs and the completely redesigned classic board game are a result of deep consumer insights, and I think they truly elevate the MONOPOLY play experience. For example, the MONOPOLY Free Parking Jackpot Expansion was inspired by decades of consumers developing their personal ‘house rules,’ and we wanted to recognize how our consumers have been playing. In our 90th year, we’re celebrating the elements our players have loved for nearly a century to keep the exciting gameplay of MONOPOLY alive for decades to come.”

In addition to the expansions, the classic MONOPOLY board game is getting an upgraded new look, featuring a sleek, more compact box for storage that’s perfect for any game night, along with innovative storage solutions to keep the bank safe from thieves, MONOPOLY bills crisp and game pieces nice and organized. Plus, players can enjoy updated money designs and a return to the classic look fans know and love with the Chance and Community Chest cards, along with high-quality Title Deeds that elevate your gameplay. With stunning modern graphics, larger tokens, houses, and hotels, the game has never looked better.

MONOPOLY continues to demonstrate its global impact among families and fans. Beyond the tabletop, the franchise offers wide-ranging consumer touchpoints across in-person immersive experiences, fashion, digital games, home goods, entertainment and so much more. Through the new Expansion Packs and board game revamp, Mr. Monopoly marks a new beginning for the revered brand.

Break out these exciting new MONOPOLY Expansion Packs for family game night, vacations, and fast fun anytime – available now at most major retailers. The revamped MONOPOLY board game is available now for pre-order on Amazon and will be available at most major retailers this spring in the United States and early this year in Europe. You can download official images and other game assets HERE.

About Hasbro

Hasbro is a leading toy and game company whose mission is to entertain and connect generations of fans through the wonder of storytelling and exhilaration of play. Hasbro delivers play experiences for fans of all ages around the world, through toys, games, licensed consumer products, digital games and services, location-based entertainment, film, TV, and more. With a portfolio of over 1,800 iconic brands including MAGIC: THE GATHERING, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, Hasbro Gaming, NERF, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH and PEPPA PIG, as well as premier partner brands, Hasbro brings fans together wherever they are, from tabletop to screen.

Hasbro is guided by our Purpose to create joy and community for all people around the world, one game, one toy, one story at a time. For more than a decade, Hasbro has been consistently recognized for its corporate citizenship, including being named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media, one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute and one of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the U.S. by the Civic 50. For more information, visit https://corporate.hasbro.com or @Hasbro on LinkedIn.

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CORRECTION – OraQuick® HIV Self-Test Now Approved for Use in Adolescents

BETHLEHEM, Pa., Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a release issued under the same headline on Tuesday, January 7th by OraSure Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: OSUR), please note that the first sentence of the release (read “OraQuick® HIV Self-Test that will increase access to HIV testing for adolescents.”) is incomplete. The corrected release follows: 

OraSure Technologies, Inc. (“OTI”) (NASDAQ: OSUR), a leader in point-of-need and home diagnostic tests and sample management solutions, today announced that The Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a labeling change to the OraQuick® HIV Self-Test that will increase access to HIV testing for adolescents. The change expands the approved age range to include individuals 14 years of age and older for the OraQuick® HIV Self-Test. Previously the test was approved for use in those 17 and older.

According to the most recent data available from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, it is estimated that 19 percent of new HIV diagnoses in the United States were among young people aged 13 to 24, and only 6 percent of high school students have ever been tested for HIV. Almost half of young people with HIV do not know that they have it.

“Increasing access to different testing options is critical to ending the HIV epidemic for all people, and early connection to care is essential for adolescents who test positive for HIV,” said Carrie Eglinton Manner, President and CEO of OraSure Technologies. “We are pleased that our OraQuick® HIV Self-Test can now be used within this younger population who needs it, and we are proud of the work we have done to promote HIV testing, help people know their HIV status, and stop the stigma of infection. This approval will allow us to expand access to help those who need it.”

The OraQuick® HIV Self-Test has been available direct to consumers in the U.S. since 2012. Since its launch, OraSure has been committed to providing consumers with access to critical information and connection to care. The packaging contains robust educational material and linkage to care information, giving individuals information that they can use to make informed decisions, regardless of the test result.

About OraSure Technologies, Inc.

OraSure Technologies, Inc. (“OraSure”) transforms health through actionable insight and powers the shift that connects people to healthcare wherever they are. OraSure improves access, quality, and value of healthcare with innovation in effortless tests and sample management solutions. OraSure, together with its wholly-owned subsidiaries, DNA Genotek Inc. and Sherlock Biosciences, Inc., is a leader in the development, manufacture, and distribution of rapid diagnostic tests and sample collection and stabilization devices designed to discover and detect critical medical conditions. OraSure’s portfolio of products is sold globally to clinical laboratories, hospitals, physician’s offices, clinics, public health and community-based organizations, research institutions, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, and direct to consumers. For more information on OraSure Technologies, please visit www.orasure.com.

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Global Commercial Drone Usage Surging as Market Size Expected to Reach $93.78 Billion by 2033

PALM BEACH, Fla., Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FN Media Group News Commentary – A commercial drone is defined as a quadcopter, octocopter, or hexacopter used for commercial purposes rather than personal and recreational use. Commercial drones operate in the same way that personal drones do. They are outfitted with flight control computers and sensors to hover and perform programmed movements. Commercial drones can do more than hover or fly back and forth. They are equipped with high-definition thermal cameras that allow the pilots to see what the drone sees in real-time. Furthermore, some drones can stay in the air for hours and fly hundreds of feet. Drones are deployed for various tasks, including filming and emergency response. Due to their capacity to survey the property, offer ongoing and accurate project alerts, increase safety, and prevent hazardous accidents on construction sites, these devices are also in high demand in the real estate and construction sectors. Drone business use cases have expanded significantly over the past few years. Designing, evaluating, and upgrading solutions for diverse markets is an ongoing task for market participants like drone producers and software providers. A recent report by Straits Research said that the global commercial drone market size was valued at USD 29.91 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach from USD 33.96 billion in 2025 to USD 93.78 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 13.54% during the forecast period (2025–2033). Active Companies in the markets today include ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: PRZO), Nukkleus, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUKK), KULR Technology Group, Inc. (NYSE: KULR), Silynxcom Ltd. (NYSE: SYNX), Serve Robotics Inc. (NASDAQ: SERV).

The Straits Research report said: “In recent years, the successful design of small remote-controlled aircraft has become the most popular commercial industry worldwide. This industry strongly supports the economic development of several countries. Construction and infrastructure, agriculture, mining, oil and gas, surveying, and power generation have grown significantly. This sector is predicted to expand exponentially due to key players’ extensive research and development efforts. Such advancements have reduced the cost of drones, payloads, and software systems. As a result, surveying, aerial mapping, aerial photography, inspection, and precision agriculture have all seen widespread adoption. Real-time data analysis on the ground is required to understand the actual potential of projects that will boost market expansion. The global business outlook is being bolstered by significant investment from major players… These factors are expected to drive global market growth during the forecast period.”

ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ:PRZO)
Launches SafeAir Raptor: Advanced Drone Safety System for Anzu Robotics’ Raptor Series – ParaZero Technologies Ltd. ($PRZO) (the “Company or “ParaZero”), an aerospace company focused on safety systems for defense and commercial drones and urban air mobility aircrafts, announced today the launch of its latest product, the SafeAir Raptor. This latest and innovative safety system is specifically engineered for compatibility with Anzu Robotics’ Raptor and Raptor T (thermal) drone models.

The SafeAir Raptor offers performance capabilities akin to ParaZero’s acclaimed SafeAir Mavic 3 System, providing autonomous monitoring and real-time failure detection to ensure optimal safety during drone operations. Notably, the SafeAir Raptor complies with ASTM F3322-22 standards, making it eligible for operations over people in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. Continued…Read this full release by visiting: https://www.financialnewsmedia.com/news-przo/

Other recent developments in the markets include:

Nukkleus, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUKK), a pioneer in the fintech sector traditionally focused on the cryptocurrency market, recently announced that it has successfully acquired a 51% controlling stake in Star 26 Capital Inc., a defense acquisition company holding 95% ownership in RIMON. RIMON is a leading Israeli supplier of components for the Iron Dome missile defense system, as well as other defense and tactical solutions.

The transaction, finalized on December 15, 2024, involved cash, a promissory note, Nukkleus’s common stock and warrants to purchase additional shares of common stock of Nukkleus. This acquisition also includes an option agreement allowing Nukkleus to acquire the remaining equity in Star 26 at a later date.

KULR Technology Group, Inc. (NYSE American: KULR) recently announced it has delivered on an immediate basis, a power cell battery deployment order for AI-enabled drone and advanced air mobility missions in Ukraine. The Ukrainian contractor will employ the Company’s high-power battery cells to sustain its ongoing drone operations in Eastern Europe. This initial deployment order necessitated immediate delivery, with full pre-payment before shipment. Further details on the transaction are being withheld due to the sensitive nature of the project.

The conflict in Ukraine has highlighted the strategic superiority of drones, which have evolved to be more compact, user-friendly, and accessible to a wide range of operators. Drones significantly reduce the gap between target identification and elimination, thereby enhancing a military’s capability to push forward its frontline. Equipped with a longer battery life and faster charge times, drones can perform extensive reconnaissance missions for hours, facilitating subsequent precision strikes by more sophisticated models within targeted areas. Additionally, certain drone variants empower individual soldiers to surveil movements without jeopardizing lives or disclosing their own positions. Ukraine’s drone developers look to integrate AI solutions into their designs where an algorithm quickly learns to recognize a drone’s target. That way, if the electronic jamming gets too intense or the drone loses its command signal, AI can take over control from the human operator and steer the drone to a successful mission.

Silynxcom Ltd. (NYSE American: SYNX) recently announced that it has received a new purchase order valued at $330,000 from the Israel Defense Forces (“IDF”). This latest order brings the total accumulated orders from the IDF to over $2.33 million since the beginning of the third quarter of 2024, reinforcing Silynxcom’s growing presence and trust placed in its solutions within the global defense market.

“We are proud to continue supporting the IDF with our innovative communication systems tailored to meet the demands of modern defense operations,” said Nir Klein, Chief Executive Officer of Silynxcom. “This milestone reflects the confidence in our solutions and highlights our strengthening position as a trusted partner for defense forces worldwide.”

Serve Robotics Inc. (NASDAQ: SERV), a leading autonomous delivery company, recently announced that it raised gross proceeds of $86 million during December 2024, bringing total gross proceeds raised in 2024 to $167 million. Since its spinout from Uber in 2021, the Company has secured approximately $220 million in total funding. The additional December 2024 funding includes proceeds raised through Serve’s previously filed ATM facility and the exercise of warrants. As of December 31, 2024, Serve had a total of approximately 51.5 million shares of common stock issued and outstanding.

This infusion of capital significantly strengthens Serve’s financial position, extending its expected operational runway approximately through the end of 2026. Serve is now able to self-fund equipment investments, eliminating the near-term need for equipment financing and its associated servicing costs. By preserving balance sheet flexibility and optimizing its cost of capital with efficient, lower cost funding solutions, the Company is well-positioned to support strategic initiatives and invest in further advancing its technology leadership.


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Roku Rings in the New Year with 90 Million Streaming Households

Roku Rings in the New Year with 90 Million Streaming Households

Driven by global expansion, award-winning TVs and streaming devices, and a delightful viewer experience that is the lead-in to all TV

SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Roku, the #1 selling TV OS in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico*, has surpassed 90 million streaming households in the first week of January 2025**, a significant milestone as streaming becomes the leading way to watch TV. As the top selling TV OS for over five years in the U.S.***, Roku is in nearly half of all U.S. broadband households.

“Roku’s extensive scale sets us apart in the streaming industry, with more engagement than any other TV OS platform in the U.S.,” said Anthony Wood, Founder and CEO, Roku. “Thanks to our laser focus on simplifying and enhancing the streamer’s journey, Roku is the preferred choice for millions of viewers. I’m grateful to our customers, partners, advertisers, and employees for helping us reach this notable milestone.”

In 2024, Roku celebrated 10 years of the Roku TV program and 15 years since the launch of Roku’s first connected streaming device, with millions of units sold to customers globally. Roku TVs and devices deliver an unparalleled viewing experience with a simple and iconic interface, seamless navigation, and a commitment to excellence that sets the standard in streaming. Last year, Roku continued to introduce innovative features that enhance the TV experience, including Backdrops, which transforms any Roku TV into a work of art, and Roku Smart Picture, which automatically optimizes picture quality.

Roku TVs and streaming players offer incredible value for customers with an always expanding content library, including over 500 free live linear channels in the U.S., premium exclusive content, and thousands of free-on demand options. The Roku Channel is a top 10 streaming service in the U.S.**** and has seen over 80% year-over-year growth*****. With the increasing number of streaming choices available, Roku’s features like universal search, What to Watch, and Live TV Guide make it easy to find your favorite content across multiple apps, and Roku’s unique content destinations, like the recent Olympics Zone, offer genre-based programming from across the platform in one convenient location, for seamless browsing and discovery.

Roku devices, featuring the Roku Experience, form the foundation of Roku’s platform business, which encompasses advertising and subscriptions. Advertisers love Roku because it’s the lead-in to all TV, featuring unique advertising experiences like Roku City and the Sports Zone. Streaming services appreciate the ability to promote subscriptions on the Roku platform, and Roku Pay simplifies the process for streamers seeking a simple way to sign up for and manage subscriptions through Roku.

For more information, please visit Roku.com.

*Circana, LLC, Retail Tracking Service, TV, Software Service, Unit Sales, 3 Months Ending September 2024

**Roku ended its fiscal year 2024 with 89.8 million streaming households.

***Circana, LLC, Retail Tracking Service, US, TV, Software Service, Unit Sales, January 2019 – September 2024.

****Nielsen November Gauge Report (10/28/2024-11/24/2024)

*****Roku internal data (Fourth Quarter 2023 to Fourth Quarter 2024)

About Roku, Inc.

Roku pioneered streaming on TV. We connect users to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers with unique capabilities to engage consumers. Roku TV™ models, Roku streaming players, and TV-related audio devices are available in various countries around the world through direct retail sales and/or licensing arrangements with TV OEM brands. Roku-branded TVs and Roku Smart Home products are sold exclusively in the United States. Roku also operates The Roku Channel, the home of free and premium entertainment with exclusive access to Roku Originals, and the #3 app on our platform by both reach and engagement. The Roku Channel is available in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. Roku is headquartered in San Jose, Calif., U.S.A.

Roku is a registered trademark, and Roku TV is a trademark of Roku, Inc. in the U.S. and in other countries.

This press release contains “forward-looking” statements that are based on our beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to us on the date of this press release. Forward-looking statements may involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. These statements include but are not limited to those related Roku’s streaming household growth and reaching future milestones; trends in TV viewing and advertising; and the benefits of the Roku platform. Except as required by law, we assume no obligation to update these forward-looking statements publicly, or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future. Important factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially are detailed from time to time in the reports we file with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our most recent the Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Copies of reports filed with the SEC are posted on Roku’s websites and are available from Roku without charge.

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Jack Evans

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KinderCare’s Champions Program Announces Summer 2025 Schedule

KinderCare’s Champions Program Announces Summer 2025 Schedule

Increasing demand for school-age summer programs leads to record number of Champ Camps nationwide

LAKE OSWEGO, Ore.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
As school-age students around the country return to their classrooms after winter break, families know it’s time to think ahead to how their children will spend summer break. To help families plan ahead for out-of-school time, Champions, which operates more than 1,000 before- and after-school programs nationwide, opened enrollment for their 2025 Champ Camp summer camp schedule.

Champions is part of KinderCare Learning Companies’ (NYSE: KLC) family of brands. KLC is one of the nation’s leading private providers of high-quality early childhood education by center capacity, serving thousands of children in 40 states and the District of Columbia.

“While schools may take a break during the summer, we know many families need continued support. This can make it stressful for families who need to balance their work schedule with their need for high-quality summer activities for their children,” said Dan Figurski, President of Champions. “As employers continue to implement return to work policies, we wanted to give families plenty of time to find a summer program that works best for their children and that’s in a convenient location within their school or community. Last year half of summer camp attendees were signed up before the end of spring, showing us families like to plan ahead.”

Throughout the school year, Champions operates more than 1,000 before- and after-school programs in partnership with elementary and middle schools around the country. During the summer more than 400 of those programs host Champ Camp, providing students ages 5-12 with daily activities organized around five key themes:

  • Innovation (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)

  • Movement (healthy competition and physical activity)

  • Creativity (art)

  • Friendship (teamwork); and

  • Outdoor (nature exploration)

“Our Champ Camps give children plenty of time to play outside, interact with their friends, and build on the academic skills they learned during the school year so they’re ready to go when school starts again in the fall,” said Figurski.

Champ Camp includes indoor and outdoor group activities designed to help children use their natural creativity and curiosity to learn and develop important social skills, such as independence and resilience. In addition, Champ Camp Great Outdoors programs offer children a day camp experience where they can hike, swim, make art projects, work on team challenges, and learn about nature in 27 locations nationwide.

Families requested convenient, flexible and affordable summer programs, which is why Champ Camp is designed to accommodate both full and part-time participation. Champions also works with a variety of state and federal agencies to help families of all means access tuition subsidies for school-based Champ Camps.

Families can sign up their school-age children for Champions Champ Camp online.

About KinderCare Learning Companies™

A leading provider early childhood and school-age education and care, KinderCare builds confidence for life in children and families from all backgrounds. KinderCare supports hardworking families in 40 states and the District of Columbia with differentiated flexible child care solutions to meet today’s dynamic work environment:

  • In neighborhoods, with KinderCare® Learning Centers that offer early learning programs for children six weeks to 12 years old,

  • In The Crème de la Crème™ School, which offers a premium early education model using a variety of enrichment classrooms; and

  • In local schools, with Champions®before- and after-school programs.

KinderCare partners with employers nationwide to address the child care needs of today’s dynamic workforce. We providecustomized family care benefits for organizations, including care for young children on or near the site where their parents work, tuition benefits, and backup care where KinderCare programs are located.

Headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon, KinderCare operates nearly 2,500 early learning centers and sites. To learn more, visit KC-Learning.com.

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CLASS ACTION NOTICE: Berger Montague Advises Capri Holdings Limited (NYSE: CPRI) Investors to Inquire About a Securities Fraud Class Action

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nationally recognized law firm Berger Montague PC informs investors that a lawsuit was filed against CAPRI HOLDINGS LIMITED (“Capri” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CPRI) on behalf of purchasers of CAPRI securities between August 10, 2023 and October 24,2024, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

Investors that suffered losses from CAPRI (NYSE: CPRI) investments can follow the link below for more information regarding the lawsuit:



CLICK HERE


to learn your rights.

Investors who purchased or acquired CAPRI securities during the Class Period may, no later than

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

, seek to be appointed as a lead plaintiff representative of the class.

Capri is a UK-based market of apparel and accessories. It owns several fashion brands, such as Michael Kors, which manufactures and sells handbags, among other things. Tapestry, Inc. is also a fashion firm, and it owns fashion brands such as Coach and Kate Spade.

On August 10, 2023, Capri and Tapestry announced that they had entered into a merger agreement whereby Tapestry would purchase Capri for $57 per share in cash. The Capri acquisition would combine three close competitors: Tapestry’s Coach and Kate Spade brands and Capri’s Michael Kors brand.

According to the class action lawsuit, defendants failed to disclose that a primary internal rationale for the Capri acquisition was to consolidate brands within the accessible luxury handbag market so as to reduce competition, increase prices, improve profit margins, and reduce consumer choice within that market. As a result, the risk of adverse regulatory action against the proposed merger was higher than represented.

On October 24, 2024, following a seven-day hearing, Judge Jennifer L. Rochon of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York granted the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s motion to preliminarily enjoin the Capri acquisition. In doing so, the court determined, among other things, that a “substantial body of compelling evidence” showed that, in contrast to their public statements, defendants believed that their brands were direct competitors in a well-defined “accessible luxury handbag market.”

On news, the price of Capri shares fell from $41.60 per share on October 24, 2024 to a closing price of $21.26 per share on October 26, 2024, a drop of $20.34 per share, nearly 50%.


For additional information or to learn how to participate in this litigation,




CLICK HERE




or please contact Berger Montague: Andrew Abramowitz at




[email protected]




or (215) 875-3015, or Peter Hamner at




[email protected]


.

A lead plaintiff is a representative party who acts on behalf of all class members in directing the litigation. The lead plaintiff is usually the investor or small group of investors who have the largest financial interest and who are also adequate and typical of the proposed class of investors. The lead plaintiff selects counsel to represent the lead plaintiff and the class and these attorneys, if approved by the court, are lead or class counsel. Your ability to share in any recovery is not, however, affected by the decision whether or not to serve as a lead plaintiff. Communicating with any counsel is not necessary to participate or share in any recovery achieved in this case. Any member of the purported class may move the Court to serve as a lead plaintiff through counsel of his/her choice, or may choose to do nothing and remain an inactive class member.


Berger Montague
, with offices in Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Delaware, Washington, D.C., San Diego, San Francisco and Chicago, has been a pioneer in securities class action litigation since its founding in 1970. Berger Montague has represented individual and institutional investors for over five decades and serves as lead counsel in courts throughout the United States.

Contacts:

Andrew Abramowitz, Senior Counsel
Berger Montague
(215) 875-3015
[email protected]  

Peter Hamner
Berger Montague PC
[email protected]