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Partnership Expands Snapple Tea’s Presence in its Hometown of New York, Offering Product Sampling, a Snapple Concession Space and More at Concerts, Comedy Shows, and Knicks and Rangers Games

NEW YORK
, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS) (“MSG Sports”) and Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) (“MSG Entertainment”) announced today a multi-year agreement with Snapple®, a beverage brand of Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), making the brand the Official Tea Partner of the New York Knicks, New York Rangers, The Garden and MSG’s Arena Concert Series.

The partnership brings Snapple’s beloved tea beverages to MSG through a brand-new, dedicated and fully-branded concession stand, the “Snapple Mini Mart.” The stand is New York City themed, including a “Statue of Liber-Tea” photo opportunity and Knicks, Rangers and MSG signage, located outside Section 111 on the Sixth Floor Concourse, and open for public events at the arena.

As the Official Tea Partner of the Knicks and Rangers, Snapple will be featured on in-venue digital signage throughout the arena on game days, including on GardenVision during select home games. Fans attending Knicks and Rangers games will have access to exclusive sampling opportunities from Snapple, providing them with a chance to be among the first to taste the latest innovations from the brand.

Additionally, as the Official Tea Partner of the Arena Concert Series, Snapple will be showcased on select digital signage during Arena Concert Series shows and will have the opportunity to create and conduct sweepstakes for fans in connection with the Concert Series.

Throughout the partnership, six Snapple flavors will be available for purchase at select concession stands throughout the arena, including Zero Sugar Raspberry Tea, Half n’ Half Lemonade Iced Tea, Peach Tea, Zero Sugar Peach Tea, Lemon Tea, and Zero Sugar Lemon Tea.

“We’re excited to welcome Snapple as the Official Tea Partner of the Knicks, Rangers, The Garden and the Arena Concert Series. The addition of their New York City inspired concession stand is a perfect way to highlight their connection to the city, while also offering guests a variety of premium beverage options,” said Doug Jossem, EVP, Global Sports & Entertainment Partnerships, MSG Sports and MSG Entertainment. “Together, we will continue to deliver exceptional experiences to our fans in the city and beyond.”

“Snapple’s partnership with The World’s Most Famous Arena allows us to reach existing and new fans in the brand’s birthplace of New York City, while expanding to a global audience seeking flavorful beverages and experiences,” said Derek Dabrowski, Senior Vice President of Brand Marketing, U.S. Refreshment Beverages at Keurig Dr Pepper. “We look forward to Snapple being a part of the fun and joy that comes from an experience at The Garden as we bring these two New York icons together.”

Snapple has a rich history that dates back to the brand’s founding in 1972 by three childhood friends in Brooklyn, New York. Since then, the brand has excelled in developing innovative ready-to-drink teas and juice drinks with a current range of 27 flavors that include fun, collectible bottle caps with quirky facts. Visit snapple.com or follow on TikTok and Instagram (@Snapple) to stay up to date on the latest news from the brand.

About Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. The Company’s portfolio includes a collection of world-renowned venues – New York’s Madison Square Garden, The Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre – that showcase a broad array of sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events for millions of guests annually. In addition, the Company features the original production, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, which has been a holiday tradition for more than 90 years. More information is available at www.msgentertainment.com.   

About Madison Square Garden Sports Corp.

Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (MSG Sports) is a leading professional sports company, with a collection of assets that includes the New York Knicks (NBA) and the New York Rangers (NHL), as well as two development league teams – the Westchester Knicks (NBAGL) and the Hartford Wolf Pack (AHL). MSG Sports also operates a professional sports team performance center – the MSG Training Center in Greenburgh, NY. More information is available at www.msgsports.com.

About Snapple

Snapple, a brand of Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), is a leader in great-tasting premium beverages. Founded in 1972 by three childhood friends, Snapple got its start in New York and is now available throughout the United States. Snapple prides itself on developing, producing, and marketing a wide variety of premium beverages, including ready-to-drink teas and juice drinks. For more information, visit Snapple.com or KeurigDrPepper.com. For the brand’s latest news and updates, follow Snapple at Facebook.com/Snapple or Instagram.com/Snapple.

About Keurig Dr Pepper


Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. With annual revenue of more than $15 billion, we hold leadership positions in beverage categories including carbonated soft drinks, coffee, tea, water, juice and mixers, and have the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. and Canada. Our innovative partnership model builds emerging growth platforms in categories such as premium coffee, energy, sports hydration and ready-to-drink coffee. Our brands include Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, Snapple®, 7UP®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, GHOST®, Clamato®, Core Hydration® and The Original Donut Shop®. Driven by a purpose to Drink Well. Do Good., our 29,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage occasion and to make a positive impact for people, communities and the planet. For more information, visit www.keurigdrpepper.com and follow us @KeurigDrPepper on LinkedIn and Instagram.

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OTTAWA, ON
, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Senstar Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: SNT), a leading international provider of comprehensive physical, video and access control security products and solutions, will report financial results for its fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2024, on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Management will conduct a conference call to review the Company’s financial results at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time the same day.

 

 

Earnings Conference Call Information:

To participate, please use one of the following teleconferencing numbers. The call will begin promptly at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The Company requests that participants dial in 10 minutes before the conference call commences and use the conference ID number 13753155.

Participant Dial-in Numbers:

Toll Free: 1-877-407-9716
Toll/International: 1-201-493-6779

The conference call will also be available via a live webcast at
https://viavid.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1715201&tp_key=bd17a13c2b.

Replay Dial-in Numbers:

Toll Free: 1-844-512-2921
Toll/International: 1-412-317-6671
Replay Pin Number: 13753155

A replay of the call will be available on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, after 7:00 p.m. Eastern time through Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern time, and available on the Senstar Technologies website at https://senstar.com/investors/investor-events/.

About Senstar

With innovative perimeter intrusion detection systems (including fence sensors, buried sensors, and above ground sensors), intelligent video-management, video analytics, and access control, Senstar offers a comprehensive suite of proven, integrated solutions that reduce complexity, improve performance, and unify support. For 40 years, Senstar has been safeguarding people, places, and property for organizations around the world, with a special focus on utilities, logistics, correction facilities and energy market.

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Ginkgo Bioworks and partners awarded $29 million contract by ARPA-H to develop distributed manufacturing of essential medicines using wheat germ cell-free expression systems

BOSTON
, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE: DNA), which is building the leading platform for cell programming and biosecurity, today announced a new contract with the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), alongside partners Tritica Biosciences, US Pharmacopeia (USP), On Demand Pharmaceuticals, and Isolere Bio by Donaldson. This two-year program, Wheat-based High efficiency Enzyme and API Technology (WHEAT), aims to establish a new manufacturing process for the distributed production of biologic and small molecule active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) using wheat germ cell-free expression systems.

Under the $29 million contract, Ginkgo will combine its Enzyme Services and expertise in cell-free systems with the expertise and experience of its partners in upstream extract preparation, API downstream processing, quality metrics, and modular, on-demand API manufacturing methods, with the aim of developing affordable cell-free biological processes to produce essential medicines. By utilizing wheat germ – an abundant and renewable resource – and developing methods to produce medicines exactly where and when they are needed, the partnership seeks to create a new paradigm for domestic manufacturing of critical medicines, stabilizing and reshoring supply chains for essential pharmaceuticals. This strategy shifts API production from fragile global supply chains to a robust, decentralized system using Cell-Free Protein Synthesis (CFPS).

Bringing the Kernel of Innovation from Farm to Pharma

The project brings together non-profit and corporate partners based in Massachusetts, Kansas, Maryland, and Minnesota, combining expertise to develop scalable, distributed manufacturing solutions to strengthen supply chain resilience for active pharmaceutical ingredients. Ginkgo Bioworks will apply its cell programming platform, utilizing machine learning, computational tools, and predictive approaches to engineer enzymes and optimize cell-free expression systems.

“We are thrilled for the opportunity to work on this exciting project with ARPA-H and our teammates to allow Americans to reap the benefits when we bring together innovations in farm and pharma,” said Jesse Dill, Senior Director of Business Development at Ginkgo Bioworks. “From small molecule compounds to biologics, we believe this project can sow the seeds of medical innovation, growing a new manufacturing paradigm for essential medicines using affordable cell-free biological processes, to reshore and stabilize these critical, life-saving supply chains.”

WHEAT aims to demonstrate scalable and decentralized processes for CFPS-based production of complex APIs, focusing on targets where biocatalysis can wholly or partially complete syntheses, and where current supply chains are constrained to natural products or overseas providers. Additionally, WHEAT’s innovations in protein post-translational modifications (PTMs) aim to establish a foundation suitable for production of biologics such as growth factors and insulin, offering a broader range of applications and establishing a foundation for further expanding the potential of CFPS to even more complex products.

An Integrated Platform Addressing Cost, Distribution, and Quality Needs

“At Tritica Biosciences, we are excited to collaborate with Ginkgo Bioworks and our partners to revolutionize pharmaceutical manufacturing,” said Chris Miller, Founder and CSO of Tritica Biosciences. “By harnessing the power of wheat germ cell-free systems, we’re planting the future of medicine, helping to make production more efficient, flexible, and localized.” 

“Economic and supply chain security for essential medicines is critical,” said Eugene Choi, President and COO of On Demand Pharmaceuticals. “This collaboration brings together innovative technologies and expertise to transform how we produce and access these vital drugs.”

“Advanced manufacturing technologies and biomanufacturing are critical to bolstering supply chain resilience,” said Ronald T. Piervincenzi, Ph.D., CEO of USP. “USP is proud to contribute our scientific expertise to develop standardized solutions, process control strategies, and quality testing methods that pave the way for broader adoption, future regulatory approval and commercialization.”

“Isolere Bio by Donaldson is eager to collaborate with these great organizations on this transformative product,” said Michael Dzuricky, Director of R&D at Isolere Bio by Donaldson. “The goals of this project align perfectly with our life science vision of building innovative bioprocessing solutions that can reduce costs and increase speed of development for essential reagents and medicines.”

Sowing the Future of Medicine

This program represents one of the first initiatives within ARPA-H’s Scalable Solutions Office, aimed at transforming the health of all Americans by improving the speed, scale, and access to medical treatments and enhancing health security in the US. By establishing a faster and cheaper way to develop essential medicines, the collaboration positions Ginkgo Bioworks as a leader in cell-free small molecule and biologics manufacturing, leveraging its engineering capabilities and experience at scale. 

About Ginkgo Bioworks

Ginkgo Bioworks is the leading horizontal platform for cell programming, providing flexible, end-to-end services that solve challenges for organizations across diverse markets, from food and agriculture to pharmaceuticals to industrial and specialty chemicals. Ginkgo Biosecurity is building and deploying the next-generation infrastructure and technologies that global leaders need to predict, detect, and respond to a wide variety of biological threats. For more information, visit ginkgobioworks.com and ginkgobiosecurity.com, read our blog, or follow us on social media channels such as X (@Ginkgo and @Ginkgo_Biosec), Instagram (@GinkgoBioworks), Threads (@GinkgoBioworks), or LinkedIn.

GINKGO BIOWORKS INVESTOR CONTACT:

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GINKGO BIOWORKS MEDIA CONTACT:

[email protected]

About Tritica Bio

At Tritica Biosciences, we are revolutionizing synthetic biology through a groundbreaking technology designed for rapid discovery, prototyping, and manufacturing, with applications from farm to pharma. Our focus is innovation, and we are committed to accelerating the bio-manufacturing process and delivering new products that address global challenges in biotechnology.

Our proprietary strain-free discovery platform, seamlessly integrated with scaled production, enables us to iterate, optimize, and launch products at unprecedented speeds. Founded in 2017, Tritica Biosciences is driven by a team of experts dedicated to pushing the boundaries of biotechnology.

For more information visit triticabio.com or find us at LinkedIn.

About US Pharmacopeia

USP is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world’s top experts in health and science to develop quality resources and standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. Through our resources, standards, advocacy and education, USP helps increase the availability of quality medicines, supplements and foods for billions of people worldwide. For more information, visit: 

www.usp.org

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About On Demand Pharmaceuticals

On Demand Pharmaceuticals is a new kind of pharmaceutical company. We are focused on providing healthcare professionals and their communities access to the most agile medicine-making capabilities, including subscription services (“Medications as a Service”) and point of care delivery systems (“Pharmacy on Demand”) that integrate production oversight innovations with our robust formulary. Our enabling capabilities in drug substance and drug product are vertically integrated to produce a robust and resilient supply chain that meets our customers’ needs. 

About Isolere Bio by Donaldson

Isolere Bio by Donaldson is an innovator in biopharmaceutical purification technologies, specializing in streamlined solutions for complex biologics. The company works diligently to enhance the efficiency, purity and cost-effectiveness of biopharmaceutical processes by leveraging cutting-edge materials into next generation solutions. Each product is designed with scalability and sustainability in mind to enable customers to rapidly and reliably commercialize life-saving therapies. For more information, visitwww.isolerebio.com.

Incorporated in 2017, Isolere Bio became part of Donaldson Company (NYSE: DCI) in early 2023.

For more information, visit isolerebio.com.

Forward-Looking Statements of Ginkgo Bioworks

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding the capabilities and potential success of the partnership and Ginkgo’s cell programming platform. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words “believe,” “can,” “project,” “potential,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “intend,” “strategy,” “future,” “opportunity,” “plan,” “may,” “should,” “will,” “would,” “will be,” “will continue,” “will likely result,” and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press release, including but not limited to: (i) our ability to realize near-term and long-term cost savings associated with our site consolidation plans, including the ability to terminate leases or find sub-lease tenants for unused facilities, (ii) volatility in the price of Ginkgo’s securities due to a variety of factors, including changes in the competitive and highly regulated industries in which Ginkgo operates and plans to operate, variations in performance across competitors, and changes in laws and regulations affecting Ginkgo’s business, (iii) the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations, and to identify and realize additional business opportunities, including with respect to our solutions and tools offerings, (iv) the risk of downturns in demand for products using synthetic biology, (v) the uncertainty regarding the demand for passive monitoring programs and biosecurity services, (vi) changes to the biosecurity industry, including due to advancements in technology, emerging competition and evolution in industry demands, standards and regulations, (vii) the outcome of any pending or potential legal proceedings against Ginkgo, (viii) our ability to realize the expected benefits from and the success of our Foundry platform programs and Codebase assets, (ix) our ability to successfully develop engineered cells, bioprocesses, data packages or other deliverables, (x) the product development, production or manufacturing success of our customers, (xi) our exposure to the volatility and liquidity risks inherent in holding equity interests in other operating companies and other non-cash consideration we may receive for our services, (xii) the potential negative impact on our business of our restructuring or the failure to realize the anticipated savings associated therewith and (xiii) the uncertainty regarding government budgetary priorities and funding allocated to government agencies. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of Ginkgo’s annual report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on February 25, 2025 and other documents filed by Ginkgo from time to time with the SEC. These filings identify and address 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 Ginkgo assumes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Ginkgo does not give any assurance that it will achieve its expectations.

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With $10M, and 1,000 winners per day, customers have another reason to use PayPal checkout every time they shop

SAN JOSE, Calif.
, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) has been transforming checkout to make paying with PayPal fast, easy, and even more rewarding both online and in-store. Now, PayPal, one of the most ubiquitous leaders in checkout, is further enhancing the experience and giving customers broad choice and flexibility with added features for users to pay now or pay later.

Today, PayPal teased that a new ad campaign featuring Will Ferrell will launch this month, highlighting the benefits of checking out with PayPal and PayPal Pay Later. Will’s signature humor will be on display as he embarks on a shopping journey to show all the ways you can pay with PayPal now and over time, with Pay Later available at merchants that accept PayPal.

This comes on the heels of several updates that make it easier and faster to checkout with PayPal. Consumers can now move through checkout with less friction, thanks to the ability to login using biometrics and faster page load times showing over 40%¹ reduction in latency. With PayPal being one of the top global Buy Now Pay Later options², we’re now also offering customers pre-qualified spending amounts when using Pay in 4 to help them decide how much to apply for. Plus, tap-to-pay with PayPal Debit Mastercard^{® 3} in mobile wallets lets customers earn cash back on up to $1,000 spent in their selected category each month⁴ – including on a new Rideshare and Public Transit category option.

“Payments are no longer an afterthought, they’re a central driver in determining how consumers shop,” said Geoff Seeley, Chief Marketing Officer at PayPal. “With millions of consumers selecting PayPal every day, we’re committed to raising the bar and delivering an incredible, flexible, and rewarding experience that connects our customers to the things they want and love.”

The campaign also celebrates ‘The Great PayPal Checkout’ – the company’s biggest sweepstakes ever.* PayPal is giving away up to $10M just for checking out with PayPal. Every day for 100 days, 1,000 lucky winners will have their purchases of up to $100 covered simply by paying with PayPal Checkout. Whether you’re snagging the latest headphones, gearing up with new hiking boots, or stocking up on household essentials, PayPal is helping to cover 100,000 purchases this Spring and Summer.

“I love surprises. So naturally, I boarded a plane to shout about PayPal’s sweepstakes from 30,000 feet. But don’t look away, there’s more to come next week – I might even sing again, who knows.” said Will Ferrell.

View Will shouting about the sweepstakes here.

How to enter “The Great PayPal Checkout” in just one step

• Select PayPal Checkout online. 

Customers can win up to five times so the more they select PayPal Checkout, the more chances for their cart to be covered. If selected as a winner, the cash value of their purchases will be transferred to their PayPal account.

Not a PayPal customer yet? PayPal is a fast, secure, and rewarding way to shop and send money. With PayPal, customers have choice and flexibility at checkout so they can pay in the way that suits them including with their debit card, credit card, bank account, PayPal balance or by paying later with a PayPal Pay Later option.

For more information about The Great PayPal Checkout visit https://www.paypal.com/us/digital-wallet/thegreatpaypalcheckout

1. Based on internal PayPal data as of Dec’24.
2. PayPal’s Pay in 4 is the ‘Best Overall’ Buy Now, Pay Later app. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), Article – “The Best Buy Now, Pay Later Apps.” Buy Now, Pay Later apps were chosen based on availability, fees, clear terms, user-friendliness, and company reputation. Last updated October 17, 2024.
3. The PayPal Debit Card is issued by The Bancorp Bank, N.A. (The Bancorp), pursuant to a license by Mastercard International Incorporated and may be used everywhere Mastercard is accepted. Mastercard and the circles design are registered trademarks of Mastercard International Incorporated. The Bancorp is issuer of the Card only and not responsible for the associated accounts or other products, services, or offers from PayPal.
4. 5% cash back earned as points you can redeem for cash and other options on up to $1,000 category spend/month. Terms Apply.

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Legal residents of the 50 U.S. (D.C.) 18+, 19+ in AL & NE. Ends 7/18/25. See Official Rules for how to enter including how to enter without purchase. Participating merchants only.

Media Contact: Gideon Anstey; [email protected] 

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New resource outlines core principles and best practices for deploying AI safely, ethically, and legally

HOUSTON
, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The AI Council at Direct Digital Holdings (Nasdaq: DRCT) today announced the release of its fourth eBook, “Responsible AI: A Beginner’s Guide,” created to help business leaders and technology teams understand and implement responsible AI practices. Designed for organizations at any stage of their AI journey, the guide breaks down the complex ethical and legal concepts into simple, practical steps—empowering teams to build and deploy AI systems that are not only effective but also safe, fair, and trustworthy.

As organizations increasingly rely on AI to drive innovation, streamline operations, and enhance decision-making, the risks associated with bias, data misuse, and a lack of transparency are becoming harder to ignore.

“AI systems now influence everything from hiring decisions to medical diagnoses, and without the right safeguards, even small errors can have serious consequences,” said Anu Pillai, Chief Technology Officer at Direct Digital Holdings. “At the same time, emerging laws—like the EU AI Act and U.S. state-level regulations—are beginning to hold companies accountable for how AI is used.”

The “Responsible AI: A Beginner’s Guide explains how to recognize when your AI tools could put your brand or your users at risk, and provides clear guidance on ensuring your systems are legally compliant.

Key Insights from the Guide include:

• Understanding AI Risk – How to classify and safeguard AI tools based on their potential impact, from minimal risk tools like spam filters to high-risk applications in healthcare or hiring.
• Core Principles of Responsible AI – Transparency, fairness, accountability, privacy, and reliability form the five pillars of responsible AI. Each principle is unpacked with real-world examples and implementation guidance.
• Governance in Action – A Practical framework to embed Responsible AI principles into data handling, model design, and user feedback loops.
• Legal & Regulatory Preparedness – With global bodies rapidly enacting AI legislation, organizations must align with laws such as the EU AI Act, California AI Transparency Act, and the Biden Administration’s Executive Orders on AI safety.
• Benefits Beyond Compliance – Drive better business outcomes through AI models built with fairness and transparency for improved decision-making, reduced reputational risk, and increased stakeholder trust.

Pillai continued, “Our goal is to demystify responsible AI and make it approachable for business leaders. We’re entering an era where ethical AI isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a legal and business imperative. This guide helps organizations understand what’s at stake and what actions to take.”

This guide is part of a broader initiative by the DDH AI Council to ensure that as companies adopt generative AI, they do so with confidence, clarity, and care.

To download “Responsible AI: A Beginner’s Guide,” visit the AI Council resource center.

About Direct Digital Holdings
Direct Digital Holdings (Nasdaq: DRCT) combines cutting-edge sell-side and buy-side advertising solutions, providing data-driven digital media strategies that enhance reach and performance for brands, agencies, and publishers of all sizes. Our sell-side platform, Colossus SSP, offers curated access to premium, growth-oriented media properties throughout the digital ecosystem. On the buy-side, Orange 142 delivers customized, audience-focused digital marketing and advertising solutions that enable mid-market and enterprise companies to achieve measurable results across a range of platforms, including programmatic, search, social, CTV, and influencer marketing.

At Direct Digital Holdings, we prioritize personal relationships by humanizing technology, ensuring each client receives dedicated support and tailored digital marketing solutions. DDH is “Digital advertising built for everyone.”

 

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New subscale model represents latest aerodynamic configuration

ENGLEWOOD, Colo.
, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — XTI Aerospace, Inc. (NASDAQ: XTIA) (“XTI” or the “Company”), a pioneer in xVTOL and powered-lift aircraft solutions, unveiled its tradeshow model of the TriFan 600 aircraft at the Avalon Airshow, the southern hemisphere’s largest airshow, in Melbourne, Australia.

The new model showcases the aircraft’s revolutionary vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) design, featuring the latest aerodynamic configuration with three operational fans, rotating ducts, and aft fan closing mechanisms.

“The TriFan 600 has captivated prospective customers, suppliers and aviation enthusiasts with its cutting-edge technology and superior performance as the far, fast and flexible aircraft,” said Scott Pomeroy, Chairman and CEO of XTI Aerospace. “This aircraft represents the future of air mobility, seamlessly blending the best of fixed-wing aircraft with the unique capability of vertical takeoff and landing. XTI’s presence at the Avalon Airshow allowed us to showcase its transformative design to industry attendees firsthand.”

Later this month, XTI Aerospace will begin flight testing its subscale model of the TriFan 600, codenamed “Sparrow.” Sparrow mirrors the latest aerodynamic configuration of the TriFan 600 revealed at the Avalon Airshow and will be used to evaluate vertical takeoff, the transition to conventional flight, and the return to vertical mode for landing. These tests will further validate the “digital twin” computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis, ensuring the aircraft’s design meets the required performance and safety standards.

At Avalon, XTI Aerospace shared exhibition space with VStar 21, a TriFan 600 pre-order customer and premier operator specializing in advanced air mobility. Tony Laws, CEO of VStar 21, expressed his enthusiasm for their future fleet of TriFan 600 aircraft.

“We are thrilled to have orders for the TriFan 600 and look forward to witnessing the transformative impact these aircraft will have on our operations,” said Mr. Laws. “Its versatility and advanced technology are key to our mission of providing rapid, efficient access to remote locations, and we believe it will be a game-changer in saving lives across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.”

To learn more about VStar 21, visit http://www.vstarpoweredliftaviation.com/.

The Avalon Airshow serves as a premier platform for industry leaders to showcase technological advancements and foster strategic partnerships. XTI Aerospace remains committed to transforming advanced air mobility beginning with its initial Regional xVTOL in the TriFan 600. XTI’s innovations and the TriFan 600 continue to generate excitement and strong interest from operators, investors, and aerospace enthusiasts worldwide.

About XTI Aerospace, Inc. 

XTI Aerospace (XTIAerospace.com) (Nasdaq: XTIA) is the parent company of XTI Aircraft Company, an aviation business based near Denver, Colorado, currently developing the TriFan 600, a fixed-wing business aircraft designed to have the vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capability of a helicopter, speeds of 345 mph and a range of 700 miles, creating an entirely new category – the vertical lift crossover airplane (VLCA). Additionally, the Inpixon (inpixon.com) business unit of XTI Aerospace is a leader in real-time location systems (RTLS) technology with customers around the world who use the Company’s location intelligence solutions in factories and other industrial facilities to help optimize operations, increase productivity, and enhance safety. For more information about XTI Aerospace, please visit XTIAerospace.com and HangerXStudios.com (aviation innovation podcast), and follow the company on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act, and Section 21E of the Exchange Act. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this press release, including without limitation, statements about the products under development by XTI, the advantages of XTI’s technology, and XTI’s customers, plans and strategies are forward-looking statements.

Some of these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking words, including “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “would,” “will,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “plan,” “target,” “projects,” or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar expressions. All forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are based upon estimates, forecasts, and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by XTI Aerospace and its management, are inherently uncertain, and many factors may cause the actual results to differ materially from current expectations. XTI undertakes no obligation to revise any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that might subsequently arise. Readers are urged to carefully review and consider the risk factors discussed from time to time in XTI’s filings with the SEC, including those factors discussed under the caption “Risk Factors” in its most recent annual report on Form 10-K, filed with the SEC on April 16, 2024, and in subsequent reports filed with or furnished to the SEC.

Contacts

General inquiries:

Email: [email protected] 
Web: https://xtiaerospace.com/contact/ 

Investor Relations:

Crescendo Communications
Tel: +1 212-671-1020
Email: [email protected]

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TUCSON, Ariz.
, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Copper World, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hudbay Minerals Inc. (“Hudbay”), and a coalition of union building trades today jointly announced the acceptance of a letter of commitment concerning the construction of Hudbay’s Copper World project in Pima County, Arizona. This letter outlines Hudbay’s commitment to providing union contractors a significant opportunity in the construction of the Copper World mine – one of the largest economic development projects in Southern Arizona’s history. The agreement underscores Hudbay and the unions’ shared dedication to fostering a collaborative and efficient construction environment.

The letter of commitment has been signed by the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders, Forgers and Helpers Local 627; Southern California District Council of Laborers and Its Affiliated Local 1184; International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 570; International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 36 Local 86; International Union of Operating Engineers Local 12; International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental, and Reinforcing Ironworkers Local 847; and the Western States Regional Council of Carpenters.

“The expertise and dedication of our local trade unions are vital to the success of large-scale projects like Copper World, and we are pleased to have their highly skilled workforce as a key component of our construction team,” said Javier Del Rio, Senior Vice President of the U.S. Business Unit for Hudbay. “Our commitment to a Project Labor Agreement strengthens our partnership with the unions, guaranteeing high-quality, well-paying jobs that uphold robust safety standards, provide essential benefits to workers, and support local families. By collaborating with skilled union labor, Copper World will be built to the highest safety and craftsmanship standards.”

“This letter of commitment signifies mutual respect and understanding for a productive work environment for the workforce that will build Copper World. The timely and efficient construction of the Copper World project will require a substantial number of employees from construction and supporting crafts, and the unions look forward to working together to furnish a highly skilled workforce of our members to this critical project,” said Jacob Evenson, Business Manager of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders, Forgers and Helpers Local 627.

Located 28 miles southeast of Tucson, Copper World will provide vital minerals for modern technologies and enhance U.S. national security. The project is expected to generate significant benefits for the community and local economy. Over the anticipated 20-year life of the fully permitted mine, Hudbay expects to contribute more than $850 million in U.S. taxes, including over $420 million in state and local taxes. Copper World is also projected to create over 400 direct jobs and up to 3,000 indirect jobs in Arizona. Furthermore, Copper World will bolster the domestic U.S. supply chain with “Arizona Copper Made For America” by building a concentrate leach processing facility in the fourth year of operations. This local production of copper cathode would significantly reduce the project’s carbon footprint by eliminating overseas shipping and refining. Copper World will help meet the growing need for critical minerals in the U.S. related to increased manufacturing capacity, infrastructure development, increased energy independence, domestic battery supply chain needs and strengthening the nation’s security.

About Hudbay
Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused critical minerals company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States.

Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona (United States), the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.

The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

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Guinness debuts an ad campaign starring real groups of friends and their stories of coming together over shared passions and pints!

NEW YORK
, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fifty states, one truth: when you’re with your people, every day is a lovely day. Guinness is unveiling “A Lovely Day,” chronicling a 5,057-mile journey to every single state and capturing what unites people over a pint. This campaign is more than just a celebration of Guinness – it’s a celebration of the vibrant communities across the country.

Today, the first powerful film made in partnership with Uncommon Creative Studio, “Guinness Presents: A Lovely Day,” begins rolling out across TV, digital and social media. This anthem focuses on snapshots of Americans finding connection in everyday moments of togetherness, highlighting the simple joy of being with the people who matter most.

Some of the 50 communities featured in “A Lovely Day” include:

• 
  The Treme Brass Band:
  One of the most soulful groups in New Orleans. Between sets, this multigenerational group sit back and enjoy a meal with a pint of Guinness before taking the stage to deliver another round of foot-stomping sound at their local haunt.
• 
  Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza:
   The largest ice fishing competition in Minnesota (and the world)! The ice may be thick but the friendships are thicker—and nothing warms the soul quite like a day well spent with each other, fresh grilled fish and a well-poured Guinness.
• 
  Albuquerque Aardvarks Rugby Team:
  With a mix of passionate players, the New Mexico team is known for its camaraderie, teamwork and legendary carne asada discos after matches. The heat of the game is matched only by the heat of their parties, where Guinness is served and friendships are cemented in the smoky air of a well-earned feast.
• 
  Chicago Plumbers Union:
   In ongoing partnership with Guinness, they’ve been responsible for dyeing the Chicago River into a shimmering emerald tribute for St. Patrick’s Day since 1962. And when the work is done, they gather with a pint of Guinness, reflecting on the legacy they keep alive, one green wave at a time.
• 
  Newport Run Club
  
  : This crew turns every run into a celebration! Their monthly “Guinness Runs” have become legendary as a high-spirited tradition where runners hit the pavement together then toast their efforts after with a well-earned pint of Guinness. It’s not just about the miles, it’s about the camaraderie, the laughter and the pints together.

Throughout the rest of the year, Guinness will release additional content that goes deeper into the dynamic stories and communities thriving across the U.S., all complemented by billboards and digital screens in cities and towns nationwide, recognizing the people and moments that make every day a lovely day for a Guinness.

“From a group of ice skaters gliding across the lakes of Alaska, to a baseball team part of Tulsa’s sandlot society, to competitive weekly dominoes players in South Florida, and everything in between, we met real people and witnessed real moments. All we did was bring the Guinness and let the cameras roll,” said Joyce He, Vice President, Guinness. “It’s a refreshing reminder that we all thrive the most when coming together as communities. Because at its core, a lovely day isn’t just about what’s in your pint – it’s about the people around you, the moments shared and the passions that bring us together.”

This is the central chapter of the Lovely Day Project, first introduced last month ahead of St. Patrick’s Day, when Guinness invited people across the country to share their own celebrations and stories. The response of YOUR photos showcased a powerful tapestry of moments that captured the spirit of connection, one pint at a time. Inspired by the iconic “Lovely Day for a Guinness” ads of the 1930s and 1950s, “A Lovely Day” brings that timeless spirit to the U.S., grounding it in the real stories of Americans and delivering a powerful message of generosity, goodness and community.

Indeed, everyone’s lovely day looks a little different — and to celebrate Guinness moments in the warmer months ahead, Guinness is excited to unveil a limited-edition Guinness Draught Stout can, designed by LA graphic artist Sebastian Curi. The eye-catching design adds brightness and creativity to the iconic black can, reimagining the classic Lovely Day toucan art with a modern, American twist — another nod to the brand’s visual legacy, perfect for spring and summer.

Follow @GuinnessUS across social media to stay up to date on all the stories and lovely days to come. Remember, if you’re taking a break or not drinking at all, try a Guinness 0 to keep the celebrations going.

No matter where you are, when you’re with your people, it’s a Lovely Day for a Guinness.

About Guinness
The Guinness brand was established in 1759, when Arthur Guinness signed a 9,000 year lease on St. James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin. Brewed using four main ingredients, water, barley (malted & roasted), hops and yeast, Guinness is the world’s most popular stout. The iconic beer is brewed in 49 countries worldwide and sold in over 150 with almost 9 million glasses of Guinness enjoyed every day around the world. The most GUINNESS is sold in Great Britain, Ireland, USA, Nigeria and Cameroon. More information can be found at www.guinness.com.

About Diageo
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan’s whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos, DeLeon and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness.

Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: DGE) and their products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about Diageo, their people, brands, and performance, visit www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo’s global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice. Follow Twitter and Instagram for news and information about Diageo North America: @Diageo_NA.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Kelly Pepe, DIAGEO
[email protected]
[email protected] 

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VANCOUVER, BC
, April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – Damon Inc. (NASDAQ: DMN) (“Damon” or the “Company”), a designer and developer of electric motorcycles and other personal mobility products that seek to empower the personal mobility sector through innovation, data intelligence and strategic collaborations, today announced that management will present at the Planet Microcap Showcase: Vegas in Partnership with MicroCapClub on Wednesday, April 23 at 3:00pm PT.

For access to the webcast presentation, please click here.  

Management will also host one-on-one investor meetings during the conference. To schedule a meeting with management, please contact your conference representative or email [email protected]. 

About Damon

Damon Inc. is a designer and developer of personal mobility products and technology solutions that integrate AI-driven safety systems, smart electrification, and user-driven design to revolutionize sustainable transportation. Operating across four potential revenue verticals – Data Intelligence & Services, Engineering Services, Personal Mobility Products, and Special Projects – Damon believes it is positioned to capture a significant share of the $40B global electric two-wheeler market by 2030¹. The company distinguishes itself through its integrated ecosystem approach, combining advanced data analytics, engineering expertise, and strategic partnerships with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. Damon emphasizes accessible mobility solutions while leveraging its proprietary AI-driven safety systems and intelligent energy management technology to deliver superior performance and operational efficiency in the urban and business mobility space. For more information, please visit damon.com.

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

This press release contains forward-looking information or forward-looking statements under applicable Canadian and U.S. securities laws (collectively, “forward-looking statements”) that reflect current expectations and projections of Damon Inc. (“Damon”) about its future development. When used in this press release, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as “may,” or by such words as “will,” “intend,” “believe,” “estimate,” “consider,” “expect,” “anticipate,” and “objective” and similar expressions or variations of such words. Forward-looking statements are, by their nature, not guarantees of Damon’s future operational or financial performance and are subject to risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause Damon’s actual results, performance, prospects, or opportunities to differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, these forward-looking statements. No representation or warranty is intended with respect to anticipated future results, or that estimates, or projections will be sustained.

In developing the forward-looking statements in this press release, we have applied several material assumptions, including the general business and economic conditions of the industries and countries in which Damon operates, and general market conditions. Many risks, uncertainties, and other factors could cause the actual results of Damon to differ materially from the results, performance, achievements, or developments expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in the forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, our history of losses, our ability to implement our growth strategy and achieve profitability, our limited operating history with recent acquisitions, our ability to obtain adequate financing as needed, our ability to continue as a going concern, our status as a foreign private issuer, our ability to maintain compliance with Nasdaq’s continued listing requirements, customer demand for or acceptance of our products and services, the impact of competitive or alternative products, technologies, and pricing, emerging competition and rapidly advancing technology that may outpace our own, our ability to manufacture or distribute products and secure strategic supply and manufacturing arrangements, our ability to protect our intellectual property, impact of any changes in existing or future regulatory and tax regimes applying to our business, our ability to successfully consummate strategic transactions and integrate companies or technologies we acquire, our ability to attract and retain management and employees with specialized knowledge and technical skills, our ability to develop and maintain effective internal controls, general economic conditions and events and the impact they may have on us and our customers, including but not limited to increases in inflation rates and rates of interest, supply chain challenges, increased costs for materials and labor, cybersecurity threats, and conflicts such as those in Russia/Ukraine and Israel/Hamas, our success at managing the risks involved in the foregoing items, and other risk factors discussed in our periodic and current reports and registration statements filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the British Columbia Securities Commission.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of the press release or as of the date otherwise specifically indicated herein. Due to risks and uncertainties, events may differ materially from current expectations. Damon disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required pursuant to applicable securities law.  All forward-looking statements contained in the press release are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. 

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