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With Total Media Quality for Reddit, IAS Delivers Global Advertisers Independent Analysis on Viewability and Invalid Traffic for End-to-End Measurement Coverage and Industry-Aligned Insights

NEW YORK
, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Integral Ad Science (Nasdaq: IAS), a leading global media measurement and optimization platform, today announced the expansion of its partnership with Reddit (NYSE: RDDT), a community platform powered by conversation and authentic human connection. Global advertisers can now access expanded measurement capabilities across Reddit, including Viewability and Invalid Traffic Measurement, as part of IAS’s Total Media Quality for Reddit.

With IAS’s Total Media Quality for Reddit, advertisers can remain confident that their media buys are reaching real users across more than 100,000 authentic interest-based, intent-driven communities on the platform.

“IAS’s Total Media Quality for Reddit provides advertisers with third-party campaign insights backed by trusted and transparent metrics to help brands safeguard and scale across Reddit’s unique communities and conversations,” said Lisa Utzschneider, CEO of IAS. “Reddit continues to provide advertisers with a platform to reach highly engaged communities, and we are excited to expand our solutions to give Reddit advertisers actionable data to better inform media buys on the platform.”

With Total Media Quality for Reddit, IAS will provide advertisers with:

• Greater Transparency: Advertisers can validate their content adjacency with trusted third-party analysis aligned to industry frameworks, and validate that they are engaging with real users and maximizing campaign spend.
• Comprehensive Reporting: Advertisers can leverage IAS Signal, IAS’s unified reporting platform, for industry leading Viewability, Invalid Traffic, and Brand Safety and Suitability Measurement with content-level insights that enable advertisers to stay informed and take action.
• Best-in-class Technology: Total Media Quality for Reddit is powered by IAS’s AI-driven Multimedia Technology, which enables advertisers to accurately classify content at scale through frame-by-frame analysis, combining image, audio, and text signals.
• Global Coverage: IAS supports measurement across web and in-app, video, and display campaigns for Reddit’s Feed, Conversation, and Takeover placements.

“As Reddit’s advertising business continues to grow, this expanded partnership with IAS reinforces our commitment to providing advertisers with third-party reporting and deeper insight into their presence on the platform,” said Jim Squires, EVP of Business Marketing and Growth at Reddit. “IAS’s Total Media Quality for Reddit is an added layer of information that gives brands even greater clarity and confidence in the value of being part of conversations that matter to their business.”

Most recently, IAS and Reddit announced the availability of Brand Safety and Suitability Measurement in January 2025 to complement Reddit’s own user and brand safety investments, which includes human moderators and AI-driven moderation tools, brand safety content detection, and customizable Brand Suitability controls. IAS’s AI-driven Multimedia Technology is also integrated into Reddit’s Limited inventory filter to provide Reddit with the most accurate content classification in addition to its robust community moderation and on-platform controls.

About Integral Ad Science
Integral Ad Science (IAS) is a leading global media measurement and optimization platform that delivers the industry’s most actionable data to drive superior results for the world’s largest advertisers, publishers, and media platforms. IAS’s software provides comprehensive and enriched data that ensures ads are seen by real people in safe and suitable environments, while improving return on ad spend for advertisers and yield for publishers. Our mission is to be the global benchmark for trust and transparency in digital media quality. For more information, visit integralads.com.

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Center for Social Dynamics has selected Floreo to expand delivery of immersive, virtual services incorporating VR autism therapy to schools nationwide.

WASHINGTON
, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Center for Social Dynamics (CSD), leader in providing and innovating behavioral health services, today announced the expansion of a groundbreaking partnership with Floreo, pioneering developer of virtual reality (VR) lessons that help teach life skills to autistic and neurodiverse children. Leveraging CSD’s national delivery platform and immersive programming and Floreo’s VR-enabled curriculum, the partnership aims to improve school-based access to specialized care. In 2023, Floreo became the first VR autism technology to receive the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) breakthrough device designation.

“Our mission is to make access to high-quality care available to every neurodiverse child in every zip code in the U.S. Our virtual program, combined with Floreo VR, is transformative step in achieving this mission,” said Kelly Bozarth, CEO of Center for Social Dynamics. “By equipping therapists with VR technology, we are able to help give children with autism and other developmental conditions the ability to practice skills not otherwise possible in a singular setting, both at school and after school.”

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in 36 children in the U.S. were diagnosed with ASD, and demand for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy—which has been shown to have positive long-term impacts on their academic, social, and emotional well-being—is growing. Children and families often experience long wait times due to a backlog of demand and limited supply of providers.

Through their expanded partnership, CSD and Floreo will co-develop advanced VR curriculum to augment ABA teletherapies and features, including new modalities to enable group VR therapy. CSD will also serve as the exclusive ABA provider of Floreo’s VR curriculum in schools throughout the U.S., and will join Easterseals Southern California (ESSC), the largest provider of disability services in California, as a Floreo Premier Partner.

“This partnership is about harnessing the promise and potential of emerging technology to deliver high-quality care without geographic limitations,” said Vijay Ravindran, founder and CEO of Floreo. “It’s about reimagining how behavioral therapy is delivered and giving more autistic children the opportunity to gain the skills they need to thrive, and explore the world around them in a safe, supervised learning environment.”

Center for Social Dynamics, recently acquired by Goldman Sachs Alternatives, delivers over 1 million hours of high-quality, evidence-based care for youth with autism annually across a growing number of states and all modalities, including in-person, virtual, and paired. Since its founding in 2016, Floreo’s unique platform has been adopted by ABA practitioners, public and private school systems, vocational education programs, and healthcare systems throughout the nation to support neurodivergent individuals of all ages.

About Floreo
Floreo’s vision is a world that is open and accessible for every neurodiverse person. Its mission is to create the first behavioral therapy metaverse, a virtual world that is safe for learners, equipping them with skills and tools they can apply in their everyday lives. Floreo has developed a virtual reality platform that teaches social, behavioral, communication and life skills for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, anxiety and other neurodiverse conditions. For more information, please visit floreovr.com.

About Center for Social Dynamics

Center for Social Dynamics provides services to those with Autism and other developmental conditions. CSD integrates personalized, evidenced-based therapies into natural routines in the home, in schools, in centers, and virtually through CSD Global Community. CSD offers serves across California, Washington, Oregon, Hawaii, Colorado, Georgia, and is expanding services to new states regularly.

CSD’s multi-disciplinary team provides behavioral therapies to improve communication, adaptive behaviors, social and motor skills. CSD is recognized for its personalized, culturally sensitive programs that are grounded in science, compassion and humility. CSD mission is to open a world of possibilities for those with Autism and other developmental conditions by making access to high-quality care possible.

For more information about CSD, visit www.csdautismservices.com.

About Sustainable Investing at Goldman Sachs Alternatives
Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS) is one of the leading investors in alternatives globally, with over $500 billion in assets and more than 30 years of experience. The business invests in the full spectrum of alternatives including private equity, growth equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, hedge funds and sustainability. Clients access these solutions through direct strategies, customized partnerships, and open-architecture programs.

The business is driven by a focus on partnership and shared success with its clients, seeking to deliver long-term investment performance drawing on its global network and deep expertise across industries and markets.

The alternative investments platform is part of Goldman Sachs Asset Management, which delivers investment and advisory services across public and private markets for the world’s leading institutions, financial advisors and individuals. Goldman Sachs has more than $3.1 trillion in assets under supervision globally as of September 30, 2024.

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For one day only on April 10, Subway MVP Rewards members can grab Doritos Footlong Nachos for free with the purchase of any footlong sub**

MIAMI
, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Two legendary brands – Subway and Doritos^® – are coming together for the most iconic collaboration of the year: Doritos^® Footlong Nachos. Available nationwide for a limited time while supplies last, this new snack brings together the classic crunch of Doritos^® chips and the fresh, bold flavors of Subway’s beloved sandwiches – for just $5.*

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Subway’s latest footlong snack is freshly prepared to order, starting with classic Doritos^® Nacho Cheese flavored chips, layered with Cheddar Cheese sauce and shredded Monterey cheddar cheese, piled with the perfect amount of spicy jalapeno slices, diced tomatoes and red onions and finished with zesty Baja Chipotle sauce. Guests can add rotisserie-style chicken or steak at no extra charge, with the option to add a scoop of smashed avocado for an additional cost.

“Subway’s newest partnership takes everything our fans love about Subway sandwiches – from quality veggies, proteins and tasty toppings – to the next level with the cheesy flavor and iconic crunch of Doritos^®,” said Paul Fabre, Senior Vice President, Culinary and Innovation at Subway. “Whether you’re in the mood for a snack, pairing them with your favorite sub or sharing with friends, Subway and Doritos^® are serving up even more flavor in every satisfying bite.”

Taste Doritos^® Footlong Nachos for FREE with Any Footlong Sub

To celebrate the new collaboration, Subway is giving fans a chance to try all three varieties of Doritos^® Footlong Nachos for free. For one day only on Thursday, April 10, Subway MVP Rewards members can unlock a special offer: one free Doritos^® Footlong Nachos with the purchase of any footlong sub.** The offer will drop in all Subway MVP Rewards accounts on April 10 and will be available the entire day to redeem via the Subway app, Subway.com or in-restaurant using the phone number associated with the account.

“We’re proud to team up with Subway to bring a bold take on the classic nachos experience by combining the bold cheesy crunch of Doritos^® Nacho Cheese chips and Subway’s freshly prepared ingredients,” said Scott Finlow, Chief Marketing Officer, PepsiCo Away From Home.

To order the new Doritos^® Footlong Nachos and to sign up for Subway MVP Rewards***, visit Subway.com or the Subway app.

*Price and participation may vary. Check your app for pricing. Plus tax.

**Valid at participating U.S. restaurants. Subway^® MVP Rewards members only. Must purchase a Footlong sub to redeem. Add-ons addt’l. Plus tax. 1 use. Cannot combine with other offers. Only valid 4/10/25.

*** Subway^® MVP Rewards available at participating restaurants. Points may not be earned on third-party delivery orders, ezCater catering orders, or purchases of gift cards.

About Subway^® Restaurants

As the global sandwich leader, Subway serves freshly made sandwiches at a great value to millions of guests around the world in nearly 37,000 restaurants every day. Subway restaurants are owned and operated by a network of thousands of dedicated Subway franchisees who are passionate about consistently delivering a high-quality, convenient guest experience and contributing positively to their local communities.

Subway^® is a globally registered trademark of Subway IP LLC or one of its affiliates. © 2025 Subway.

About Doritos

Doritos believes there’s boldness in everyone. We champion those who are true to themselves, who live life fully engaged and take bold action by stepping outside of their comfort zone and pushing the limits. Doritos is one of many Frito-Lay North America brands – the $25 billion convenient foods division of PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP), which is headquartered in Purchase, NY. Follow Doritos on X, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and TikTok. Learn more about Frito-Lay at the corporate website, www.fritolay.com, and on X.

DORITOS is a trademark of Frito-Lay North America, Inc. ©2025.

About Frito-Lay North America

Frito-Lay North America is the $25 billion net sales convenient foods division of PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP). For decades, Frito-Lay’s portfolio of beloved products has brought smiles to millions of families across the world, including Fritos^® corn chips, Lay’s^® and Ruffles^® potato chips, Doritos^® and Tostitos^® tortilla chips and branded dips, Cheetos^® snacks, Stacy’s^® pita chips, PopCorners^® air popped snacks and SunChips^® multigrain snacks. The company operates more than 40 manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and Canada, along with a vast distribution network that services over 315,000 retail customers weekly through its direct-store-delivery model. Through pep+ (PepsiCo Positive), Frito-Lay is committed to creating positive change for the planet and people. Learn more about Frito-Lay at FritoLay.com, on X (@FritoLay), on Instagram (@FritoLay) and on Facebook (FritoLay).

About PepsiCo 

PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $91 billion in net revenue in 2023, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo’s product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.
Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com, and follow on X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @PepsiCo.

 

 

 

 

 

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PO Sync allows merchants to put replenishment on auto-pilot with a fully-integrated, trail-blazing wholesale network that redefines and simplifies the buying process for retailers and brands across the globe.

MONTREAL
, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – Lightspeed Commerce Inc. (NYSE: LSPD) (TSX: LSPD) (“Lightspeed” or the “Company“), the one-stop commerce platform empowering merchants to provide the best omnichannel experiences, today unveils Inventory Replenishment directly integrated into Lightspeed Retail, the premiere Point of Sale for ambitious retailers. Tapping into Lightspeed NuORDER, this launch introduces capabilities to streamline wholesale processes for leading brands and retailers, including a new, rebranded name for Lightspeed’s wholesale network.

PO Sync allows retailers to place order replenishments within Lightspeed’s POS platform and send to their suppliers in one click. This takes a process that is manual, time-intensive and repetitive and makes it automated and data-driven, helping retailers put replenishment on auto-pilot.

PO Sync is the latest enhancement from Lightspeed as part of Lightspeed NuORDER.

Lightspeed NuORDER, brings together over 4,000 brands with 100,000+ retailers as part of a wholesale network that is transforming how retailers and suppliers do wholesale commerce. Through product and brand discovery, automated ordering and replenishment and access to industry and sell through insights, both retailers and brands experience a wholesale partnership that’s more profitable, data-driven and can be managed in less time with less steps making it easier for both brands and retailers to grow their business.

“Wholesale commerce has traditionally been fragmented and inefficient, creating friction for both brands and retailers,” says Dax Dasilva, Founder and CEO of Lightspeed. “With Lightspeed NuORDER, we’re redefining the way businesses manage their wholesale operations, making it easier than ever to scale and drive revenue growth.”

With PO Sync, Lightspeed’s seamless integration with NuORDER now not only transforms wholesale purchasing and inventory management, but also replenishment. POS merchants sync orders from NuORDER brands directly to POS and can now send replenishment orders from POS directly to NuORDER in one connected system.

PO Sync also allows merchants with Lightspeed Insights to use their data-driven order forecasts and recommendations and send these directly to suppliers on NuORDER, not only cutting down work but also ensuring replenishments are made based on insight, helping retailers reduce stockouts, minimize overstock and optimize how much inventory they hold at one time.

Retailers using Order Recommendations have already seen a 26% reduction in days out of stock and now with PO Sync these order insights can be applied directly to replenishments.

To provide value for even more retailers and brands, Lightspeed POS retailers will also now be able to refer their brands to Lightspeed NuORDER launching two new brand partner types – Connect and Catalog. This will enable brands to easily manage retailer catalogs and ordering. For brands this means increased brand consistency, faster, higher volume reorders and the ability to grow their wholesale channel via Lightspeed retailers. For retailers, every brand they work with that’s part of Lightspeed NuORDER means better insights for simpler, faster ordering, reordering and product creation.

Lightspeed’s seamless integration with NuORDER transforms how businesses operate by streamlining wholesale purchasing and inventory management into a single, connected system. With brands already listed on NuORDER, orders sync directly with the POS, eliminating manual entry and reducing errors. Real-time inventory tracking ensures better stock management, helping to prevent overselling and to optimize purchasing decisions. This all-in-one integration can not only save time but also create a more efficient workflow, allowing business owners to focus on growth rather than back-end operations.

For retailers like Ryan Pratt, owner of Treadz Shoes, a boutique store with two outlets specializing in footwear, apparel, and accessories, Lightspeed NuORDER’s ecosystem has been instrumental in streamlining operations.

“We’ve relied on Lightspeed for point-of-sale and projections, and now with Lightspeed NuORDER, we’re seeing real efficiency gains,” said Pratt. “About 50% of our suppliers are on Lightspeed NuORDER, and being able to import those directly into Lightspeed purchase orders has significantly reduced human error. Lightspeed NuORDER is the next step in making wholesale even more seamless for businesses like ours.”

Newer Lightspeed retailers are also benefiting from Lightspeed’s integrated wholesale capabilities. Paul Hekimian, owner of Sunset Park Swim in Santa Monica, California, chose Lightspeed when opening his women’s fashion swimwear boutique in March of this year.

“When one of our retailers recommended Lightspeed, we quickly saw why it was the right fit for us,” said Hekimian. “The integration with NuORDER was a game-changer, as so many of our brands are listed there. Having our wholesale purchasing and POS connected in one platform makes it easier to manage inventory and focus on growing the business.”

• Seamless B2B Ordering – Retailers can effortlessly browse, order, and restock products from their preferred brands within the Lightspeed ecosystem, reducing friction in the wholesale buying process.
• Accurate Catalog Management – Centralized and automatically updated product catalogs ensure retailers always have access to the latest styles, SKUs, and pricing from their brand partners.
• Improved Product & Brand Discovery – A connected wholesale network makes it easier for retailers to discover new brands and products that align with their business, unlocking new revenue opportunities.
• Insight-Driven Reorders – Smart analytics help retailers optimize restocking decisions by leveraging sales trends, inventory performance, and demand forecasting.

With Lightspeed NuORDER, brands and retailers finally have a truly connected, scalable, and insight-driven wholesale network—helping them grow smarter, sell better, and stay ahead in an evolving retail landscape.

Lightspeed NuORDER is available to all Lightspeed Retail merchants and Wholesale brands can access the Lightspeed NuORDER network through their NuORDER subscription. To learn more, visit our site here.

About Lightspeed

Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed’s one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional omnichannel customer experiences. Our cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks.

Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange and Toronto Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) (TSX: LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the Company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries.

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CLEVELAND
, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Standard Wellness Holdings, LLC (“Standard Wellness”), a leading vertically integrated cannabis company, today announced the successful closing of a $14 million senior secured credit facility with Advanced Flower Capital Inc. (NASDAQ: AFCG) (“AFC”). This strategic financing will be utilized to refinance existing debt, including the full repayment of the company’s debt facility with Focus Growth Capital Partners and early repayment of the seller note with Columbia Care (incurred in conjunction with the acquisition of the Cannabist dispensary in Springville, Utah), and to fully fund the acquisition of a dispensary license in Saint Louis, Missouri.  The Missouri acquisition is subject to regulatory approval.

This significant financial milestone positions Standard Wellness for growth, demonstrating the company’s commitment to strategic expansion and financial discipline. The credit facility, which bears interest at 12.5% with AFC, a longstanding lender to the cannabis industry, underscores the strength and potential of Standard Wellness’s business model.

“We are thrilled to partner with AFC on this important financing. AFC has done an exceptional job of upgrading its borrowers, and we’d like to think we fit into that portfolio well,” said Jared Maloof, Chief Executive Officer at Standard Wellness. “This credit facility allows us to streamline our debt structure, eliminate legacy obligations, and invest in strategic acquisitions, including a new dispensary license in Saint Louis, a key component of the company’s long-term strategy. This transaction strengthens our balance sheet and provides the capital necessary to execute our growth strategy and expand our footprint in key markets.”

“AFC Gamma is pleased to support Standard Wellness in their continued growth and expansion,” said Dan Neville, Chief Executive Officer at AFC Gamma. “Standard Wellness has demonstrated a strong track record of operational excellence and strategic execution. We are confident that this credit facility will enable them to achieve their growth objectives and further solidify their position as a leader in the cannabis industry.”

“The repayment of the Focus Growth debt and the early retirement of the Columbia Care note reflect Standard Wellness’s proactive approach to managing its financial obligations and optimizing its capital structure,” said Kyle Ciccarello, Chief Financial Officer of Standard Wellness.   

Advisors and Counsel In connection with the transaction, Gramercy Capital Group, LLC (through INTE Securities LLC) served as financial advisor, while Feuerstein Kulick, LLP, led by Samantha Gleit, acted as legal counsel to Standard Wellness.

About Standard Wellness:

Founded in 2017 in Ohio, Standard Wellness is a vertically integrated cannabis company operating across Ohio, Missouri, and Utah, with cultivation, processing, and dispensary licenses in Maryland. The Company operates five retail locations under The Forest brand and has been a pioneer in the industry, including making the first-ever legal marijuana sale in Ohio through its dispensary The Forest Sandusky and the first ever delivery to a Utah pharmacy in February 2020.

With approximately 350 employees, Standard Wellness is dedicated to improving quality of life by providing safe and legal access to cannabis for medical and adult use.

About Advanced Flower Capital

Advanced Flower Capital Inc. (Nasdaq:AFCG) is a leading commercial mortgage REIT that provides institutional loans to state-law compliant cannabis operators in the U.S. Through the management team’s deep network and significant credit and cannabis expertise, AFC originates, structures, underwrites and manages loans ranging from $10 million to over $100 million, typically secured by quality real estate assets, license value and cash flows. It is based in West Palm Beach, Florida. For additional information regarding the company, please visit https://advancedflowercapital.com/.

About INTE Securities LLC

INTE Securities LLC is a member of FINRA (www.finra.org) / SIPC (www.sipc.org). To view INTE Securities LLC, go to www.finra.org/brokercheck

For media inquiries, please contact:

Kyle Ciccarello

Chief Financial Officer
Standard Wellness Holdings, LLC
Email: [email protected]

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MEMPHIS, Tenn.
, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC), the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, will release first-quarter earnings on April 30, 2025, before the opening of the New York Stock Exchange.

The company will host a webcast to discuss earnings and current market conditions, beginning at 10 a.m. ET (9 a.m. CT). All interested parties are invited to listen to the webcast via the company’s website by clicking on the Investors tab and going to the Events & Presentations page at https://www.internationalpaper.com/investors/events-presentations. A replay of the webcast will also be available on the website beginning approximately two hours after the call.

Parties who wish to participate in the webcast via teleconference may dial +1 646-307-1963 or, within the U.S. only, 800-715-9871 and ask to be connected to the International Paper first-quarter earnings call. The conference ID number is 6499444. Participants should call in no later than 9:45 a.m. ET (8:45 a.m. CT). An audio-only replay will be available for ninety days following the call. To access the replay, dial +1 609-800-9909 or, within the U.S. only, 800-770-2030, and when prompted for the conference ID, enter 6499444.

About International Paper
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting www.internationalpaper.com.

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Google Cloud will help elevate the Papa Johns customer experience by anticipating personal cravings and optimizing delivery routes, among other AI-powered upgrades

ATLANTA and SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Google Cloud today announced an expanded multi-year partnership with Papa Johns to revolutionize the pizza maker’s ordering and delivery experience using the power of artificial intelligence (AI). Through the partnership Papa Johns has created an innovation team, named PJX, that will leverage Google Cloud’s AI, data analytics and machine learning (ML) capabilities to provide a more frictionless and consistent experience for customers both inside its restaurants and throughout its digital channels.

Through its partnership with Google Cloud, Papa Johns expects to drive success through increased order frequency, higher-value orders, reduced customer service costs, improved customer satisfaction (via a chatbot powered by Google Cloud’s technology) – and ultimately, more joyful pizza experiences.

“At Papa Johns, our aspiration is to be the best pizza makers in the business. Being the best means we are crafting great pizza and providing every single customer a superior experience along every part of their journey – from ordering, to delivery, to our loyalty program,” said Todd Penegor, President and CEO, Papa Johns. “Our partnership with Google Cloud will enable us to take personalization to the next level. We’re not just reacting to orders – we’re anticipating our customers’ needs and proactively providing tailored recommendations and offers. This isn’t just about convenience; it’s about creating a truly joyful and personalized pizza experience that builds lasting loyalty.”

As Papa Johns works to revolutionize the pizza industry through a commitment to unwavering quality and a seamless customer experience, PJX will focus on using Google Cloud’s AI to improve customer support, drive advanced personalization and build proactive experiences “from click to crust.” Key projects for the team include:

• Anticipation of customer needs: Using Google BigQuery, Vertex AI, and Gemini, Papa Johns will proactively suggest orders through push notifications or email, based on learned customer preferences and anticipated needs for upcoming occasions like birthdays or sporting events.
• Hyper-personalized loyalty experiences: By applying Google’s generative AI (gen AI) models against its data, Papa Johns can help optimize loyalty program rewards and benefits. In addition, the pizza maker will be equipped with real-time personalization that dynamically adjusts the website and app experience for users, such as presenting unique discount codes or advertisements based on previous orders, customer preferences, location, and more.
• Predictive ordering and personalized marketing: Using Google Cloud’s AI, Papa Johns will be able to predict customer ordering patterns to provide relevant promotions and ordering shortcuts. This also includes AI-driven marketing campaigns that can deliver personalized offers, content, and timing based on preferences.
• AI-powered customer interactions: Papa Johns plans to build an AI-powered chatbot that can handle common customer inquiries, seamlessly escalating complex issues to live agents. The pizza maker will also incorporate AI-powered voice ordering via the app to further enhance convenience.
• Optimized restaurant operations: Papa Johns will transition to a Google Cloud-based point-of-sale (POS) system that lays the foundation for AI-driven dispatching, route optimization, and intelligent automation of key restaurant processes.

“Throughout its history, Papa Johns has been at the forefront of technology innovation – and its innovation team understands that AI has the power to transform the customer experience into something truly special,” said Matt Renner, President, Global Revenue, Google Cloud. “Google Cloud’s portfolio of data, analytics, and AI capabilities is helping Papa Johns deliver proactive, hyper-personalized service that goes above and beyond for its customers, building relationships that will keep customers coming back for more.”

“PJX will bring together teams from Papa Johns and Google Cloud to elevate the experience of Papa Johns customers at nearly every touchpoint – from the moment they first crave pizza and engage with Papa Johns, all the way to enjoying the first bite of their pizza order,” said Kevin Vasconi, Chief Digital and Technology Officer, Papa Johns. “By building on our heritage as a tech pioneer in the pizza industry, we are embracing what has always made Papa Johns so well-loved – our commitment to Better.”

About Papa Johns
Papa John’s International, Inc. (Nasdaq: PZZA) opened its doors in 1984 with one goal in mind: BETTER INGREDIENTS. BETTER PIZZA.® Papa Johns believes that using high-quality ingredients leads to superior quality pizzas. Its original dough is made of only six ingredients and is fresh, never frozen. Papa Johns tops its pizzas with real cheese made from mozzarella, pizza sauce made with vine-ripened tomatoes that go from vine to can in the same day and meat free of fillers. It was the first national pizza delivery chain to announce the removal of artificial flavors and synthetic colors from its entire food menu. Papa Johns is co-headquartered in Atlanta, Ga. and Louisville, Ky. and is the world’s third-largest pizza delivery company with more than 6,000 restaurants in approximately 50 countries and territories. For more information about the company or to order pizza online, visit www.PapaJohns.com or download the Papa Johns mobile app for iOS or Android.

About Google Cloud
Google Cloud is the new way to the cloud, providing AI, infrastructure, developer, data, security, and collaboration tools built for today and tomorrow. Google Cloud offers a powerful, fully integrated and optimized AI stack with its own planet-scale infrastructure, custom-built chips, generative AI models and development platform, as well as AI-powered applications, to help organizations transform. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted technology partner.

 

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NEW YORK
, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Blue Owl Capital Inc. (NYSE: OWL) (“Blue Owl”) today announced it will release its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 on Thursday, May 1, 2025 before market open. Blue Owl invites all interested persons to its webcast / conference call at 10 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss its results.

Conference Call Information:

The conference call will be broadcast live on the Shareholders section of Blue Owl’s website at www.blueowl.com. 

Participants are also invited to access the conference call by dialing one of the following numbers:

Domestic (Toll Free): +1 (888) 330-2454

International: +1 (240) 789-2714

Conference ID: 4153114

All callers will need to enter the Conference ID followed by the # sign and reference “Blue Owl Capital” once connected with the operator. All callers are asked to dial in 10-15 minutes prior to the call so that name and company information can be collected.

Replay Information:

An archived replay will be available via a webcast link located on the Shareholders section of Blue Owl’s website.

About Blue Owl Capital Inc.

Blue Owl (NYSE: OWL) is a leading asset manager that is redefining alternatives^®.

With over $250 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2024, we invest across three multi-strategy platforms: Credit, GP Strategic Capital, and Real Assets. Anchored by a strong permanent capital base, we provide businesses with private capital solutions to drive long-term growth and offer institutional investors, individual investors, and insurance companies differentiated alternative investment opportunities that aim to deliver strong performance, risk-adjusted returns, and capital preservation.

Together with over 1,100 experienced professionals globally, Blue Owl brings the vision and discipline to create the exceptional. To learn more, visit www.blueowl.com. 

Investor Contact

Ann Dai

Head of Investor Relations
[email protected]

Media Contact

Nick Theccanat

Principal, Corporate Communications & Government Affairs
[email protected]

 

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MARLBOROUGH, Mass.
, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ConnectM Technology Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: CNTM) (“ConnectM” or the “Company”), a high-growth technology company on the leading edge of the energy economy, yesterday announced that it has received a non-binding proposal offering $1.60 per share in cash from its three largest institutional investors—SriSid LLC, Arumilli LLC, and Win-Light Global Co. Ltd.—to acquire all remaining outstanding shares of the Company and transition ConnectM into a privately held entity (implying a $46.5 million equity valuation).

The ConnectM Board of Directors and management team are actively reviewing this proposal and have initiated a search for a leading investment banking firm to provide expert guidance in evaluating this buy-out offer.  ConnectM ensures a thorough assessment of this offer as regards its alignment with the Company’s long-term objectives and the best interests of all Company stockholders.

The proposed transaction, if accepted, would result in the privatization of ConnectM and is subject to the completion of customary due diligence, definitive agreements, and regulatory approvals.

About ConnectM Technology Solutions, Inc.

ConnectM is a constellation of companies powering the next generation of electrified equipment, mobility and distributed energy—thus enabling a faster, smarter transition to a modern energy economy. The Company provides residential and light commercial service providers and original equipment manufacturers with a proprietary Energy Intelligence Network platform to accelerate the transition to all-electric heating, cooling, and transportation. Leveraging technology, data, artificial intelligence, and behavioral economics, ConnectM aims to lower energy costs and reduce carbon emissions globally.

For more information, please visit: https://www.connectm.com/

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements 
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). We have based these forward-looking statements on our current expectations and projections about future events. All statements, other than statements of present or historical fact included in this press release, regarding our future financial performance and our strategy, expansion plans, future operations, future operating results, estimated revenues, losses, projected costs, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “should,” “could,” “would,” “expect,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “believe,” “estimate,” “continue,” “project” or the negative of such terms or other similar expressions. These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions about us that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, we disclaim any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release. We caution you that the forward-looking statements contained herein are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control. In addition, we caution you that the forward-looking statements regarding the Company contained in this press release are subject to the risks and uncertainties described in the “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” section of the Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 18, 2024. Such filing identifies and addresses other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and ConnectM is under no obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Contact:
Investor Relations
Dave Gentry, CEO
RedChip Companies, Inc.
1-407-644-4256
[email protected]

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RESTON, Va.
, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Leidos (NYSE:LDOS) today announced a new contract to provide signals intelligence (SIGINT) capabilities, engineering, analysis and reporting tools to the National Security Agency (NSA). The base year plus four option years single-award contract has a ceiling value of $390 million.

Leidos will perform a wide range of technical, engineering, systems administration and management functions. Tasks include delivery of SIGINT capabilities, analysis and reporting tool modifications, engineering services, lab and testbed management, integration and testing, deployment, training, and sustainment of a subset of NSA systems.

“Tailored and unique SIGINT solutions for the military and intelligence community are critical to delivering information superiority at speed,” said Roy Stevens, Leidos National Security Sector president. “This contract will leverage Leidos’ engineering and technical expertise, as we expand our work with the NSA.”

Leidos combines expertise in cyber and IT managed services, as well as radar, sensors and other technologies, to develop SIGINT technologies, with end-users always in mind. Those technologies include resilient communications that operate through interruption to keep critical mission data flowing.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 48,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.leidos.com.

Certain statements in this announcement constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the rules and regulations of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). These statements are based on management’s current beliefs and expectations and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. These statements are not guarantees of future results or occurrences. A number of factors could cause our actual results, performance, achievements, or industry results to be different from the results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, the “Risk Factors” set forth in Leidos’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025, and other such filings that Leidos makes with the SEC from time to time. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Leidos does not undertake to update forward-looking statements to reflect the impact of circumstances or events that arise after the date the forward-looking statements were made.

Media Contact:

Brandon Ver Velde

(571) 526-6257
[email protected]

 

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