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Caregivers are the Heroes Among Us: Recognizing the Essential Role of Caregivers

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As our population ages, family health dynamics change, and healthcare complexities grow, the need for caregivers has never been greater. Yet, they often navigate their journeys in silence. In recognition of National Caregiver Month, Marvell Adams Jr., CEO of Caregiver Action Network, joined by caregiver Judy Krieg—who has cared for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease— conducted a satellite media tour sponsored by Lundbeck and in conjunction with D S Simon Media. Together, Judy and Marvell shared insights on the caregiver journey and highlighted the " I Care " campaign, which celebrates the resilience and dedication of these remarkable individuals. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/pa5cw0kC55A In the U.S., more than half of those providing care don’t recognize themselves as caregivers. As a result, many do not access the tools that can alleviate caregiving stress. That’s why it’s important to help individuals identify themselves as caregivers and connect them with resources that can help make a difference. This year, during 2024 National Family Caregivers Month, Caregiver Action Network highlights the importance of self-recognition and self-identifying as a caregiver - key factors in caregivers’ access to essential support. Identifying as a caregiver opens the door to the family caregiver support needed throughout their journey. During this month, Caregiver Action Network also focuses on empowering caregivers and reminding them they are not alone in this journey. With the proper support and tools, one can continue to provide care while taking care of themselves. As Judy shares, she wishes she knew she wasn’t alone in the caregiver journey and had known more about symptoms of agitation associated with Alzheimer’s dementia. Resources to Share During 2024 National Family Caregivers Month There are many free resources available through the Caregiver Action Network to help those providing care navigate their caregiving journey: • Caregiver Help Desk – Access free, personalized support for your caregiving challenges. • 10 Tips for Family Caregivers – Learn practical strategies for managing caregiving stress. • Take Care of Your Mental Health – Use a free depression screener from the Caregiver Action Network to monitor your emotional well-being. • Connect with Other Family Caregivers – Join the Caregiver Action Network Community to share experiences and receive support. • Share Your Caregiver Story – Inspire others by sharing your caregiving journey. • Take Advantage of Resources from the I Care… Nonprofit Partners For more information, visit www.CaregiverAction.org ### BIO: Marvell Adams Marvell Adams Jr. is a highly skilled advocate, educator, and leader. He has a lifelong commitment to serving caregivers, marginalized communities, and older adults. After a nationwide search, the Board of Directors unanimously appointed Marvell as CEO of Caregiver Action Network. Marvell has shown dedication to serving caregivers since high school. He became fascinated with Alzheimer’s disease while completing a biology report. He pursued his education at the College of Charleston, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Marvell later obtained a Master of Healthcare Administration specializing in Aging Services from the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill. BIO: Judy Krieg Judy Krieg lives in Jackson, Michigan and assumed the role of caregiver for her parents when they began showing symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease (Mother) and Vascular Dementia (Father). Caring for two parents at once was physically and emotionally challenging. She became their Power of Attorney, attended medical appointments, moved them to assisted care and made them comfortable until they passed in 2020 and 2021. Judy’s mother displayed several agitation symptoms, including irritability, swearing, resisting help, and hoarding, and in addition she threatened suicide - making caregiving especially difficult. Despite an extensive career in pharmaceutical sales, focused on neuroscience, there was still a lot she didn’t know about being a caregiver. Judy is now a cheerleader and advocate for others who may be caring for a loved one and need support like she did. About CAN Caregiver Action Network (www.CaregiverAction.org) is the nation’s leading family caregiver organization working to improve the quality of life for more than 100 million Americans who care for loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, or diseases. CAN also supports those meeting the living needs of older adults. CAN serves a broad spectrum of family caregivers ranging from the parents of children with significant health needs. CAN (the National Family Caregivers Association) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing education, peer support, and resources to family caregivers across the country free of charge. About Lundbeck Lundbeck is a global biopharmaceutical company focusing exclusively on brain health. With more than 70 years of experience in neuroscience, they are committed to improving the lives of people with neurological and psychiatric diseases. As a focused innovator, they strive for our research and development programs to tackle some of the most complex neurological challenges. For additional information on Lundbeck US, please visit Lundbeck.com/us. About D S Simon Media The firm is well known as a leader in the satellite media tour industry and produces tours from its studio and multiple control rooms at its New York headquarters. Clients include top brands in healthcare, technology, travel, financial services, consumer goods, entertainment, retail and non-profits. Established in 1986, the firm has won more than 100 industry awards. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

November 22, 2024 12:23 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Why Cutoshi The Viral Sensation Adopting Satoshi Nakamoto's Teachings Is Trending Globally Alongside BTC And DeFi

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As Cutoshi trends on X for the second time this month, Bitcoin also trends as it hits fresh all-time highs of $98,300. Why Is Cutoshi Trending? On November 20th, Cutoshi’s native token $CUTO hit the number one trending spot on X, with BTC and DeFi. As the coin makes it to the top spot of X for the second time this month. The team has many inspirations and that’s the work and ethics of Bitcoin’s pseudonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. Satoshi stood for privacy, decentralization and financial autonomy and that’s exactly what Cutoshi is giving to people. So What Will DeFi Look Like With Cutoshi? Cutoshi’s plan is to leverage the mass appeal of memes to bring new people into the fold of crypto investing, trading, DeFi and the Cutoshi ecosystem. The next step is to make DeFi fun and easy to use. Currently, over 2000 community members are participating in token farming, which will result in airdrops, a big part of DeFi over the last few years. After that comes the Cutoshi DEX, currently in development. This will be easy to use, especially due to its cross-chain capabilities. This is important since bridging across blockchains can be daunting and risky, even for those competent in DeFi. The DEX will also offer peer-to-peer trading for true anonymity, another important part of the ethos of Nakamoto. Other features will include the possibility to stake and provide liquidity, essential features for decentralized exchanges, which rely on automated market makers and liquidity pools rather than CEXs order book styles. What Good Is All Of That If People Don’t Understand How To Get Involved? That is the question that prompted the Cutoshi team to start creating an education platform. Keeping with the meme style of Cutoshi, this will be fun and easy to learn with, to encourage people to get involved whatever their experience or skill levels. Early community members are in line to be eligible for a limited edition set of NFTs that will be beautiful but also functional, providing DeFi-based utility within the ecosystem. What’s Next For The Project? In the short term, Cutoshi has its sights set on $1 million in funds raised in the presale. With approximately $65k to go before this milestone is hit. Cutoshi will continue to raise funds and build the DeFi ecosystem while the price increases throughout the presale. They will continue their marketing efforts as the project and community build hype. The project is then set to launch on a DEX and later on a tier 1 CEX. If previous meme coins that have DeFi functionalities (e.g. SHIB) are anything to go by, this could be a presale that brings massive gains. For more information on the Cutoshi (CUTO) Presale: https://cutoshi.com/ Join and become a community member: https://twitter.com/CutoshiToken https://t.me/cutoshi Welcome to Cutoshi, the revolutionary meme coin, DeFi hub and educational platform inspired by the Lucky Cat and Satoshi Nakamoto’s teachings. Traditionally, people put the Lucky Cat in their homes and businesses to maximize its lucky powers and bring them good fortune and wealth. Now Cutoshi the Lucky Cat is on the blockchain bringing luck, prosperity, and wealth to your digital assets. Cutoshi is creating a path to financial freedom, for those who choose to honor the power of the Lucky Cat. Supporting the principles of freedom, privacy, anonymity, and monetary empowerment for the masses. Cutoshi aims to bring the benefits of blockchain to everyone. The regulatory environment surrounding cryptocurrencies is evolving and varies across jurisdictions. It is your responsibility to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations in your country or region before engaging with Custoshi. Contact Details Cutoshi hello@cutoshi.com Company Website https://cutoshi.com/

November 22, 2024 05:57 AM Eastern Standard Time

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COMCAST CELEBRATES 2024 RISE GRANT RECIPIENTS

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Yesterday, Comcast brought together more than 100 Comcast RISE recipients, partners, local officials, Comcast leaders and more from across Southern Colorado for Comcast RISE Day: an evening of education, collaboration, networking and recognition. The Comcast RISE program awarded a total of $500,000 in grants along with technology makeovers, marketing assistance, coaching sessions and education resources to 100 small businesses in Southern Colorado this year. Southern Colorado is one of five communities in the nation chosen for the 2024 program. “I’m confident that with the marketing assistance and technology makeover, we can more effectively share the type of experience we offer, increase our occupancy, and ensure more happy guests have a RAD Colorado experience,” said Erin Welch, RISE Grantee and Owner of RAD Hostel in Colorado Springs. Comcast RISE Day was a way to provide ongoing investment and help ensure the long-term success of these small businesses, which are the bedrock of economic growth in their communities. “Thanks to Comcast RISE, I now have an opportunity for a fresh start, and resources to grow my business.” Said Rique Lucero, RISE grantee and Owner of ColorSplashPaintball in Pueblo, CO. “Small businesses are the backbone of our communities, and Comcast is dedicated to the success and empowerment of these local businesses in Southern Colorado.” said J.D. Keller, Regional Senior Vice President, Comcast Mountain West Region. “Our mission for Comcast RISE is to ensure these businesses can prosper, thrive, and create a sustainable impact across Colorado.” Comcast RISE was created in November 2020 to help small businesses hardest hit by COVID-19 by providing the grants and services needed to survive and recover. The program since evolved from helping businesses survive the pandemic, to helping businesses and their communities achieve stronger economic growth. Held at the United States Olympic and Paralympic Museum in Colorado Springs, the event featured networking, a marketplace offering connections to local resources through Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC, the BBB of Southern Colorado, The Pueblo Economic Development Corp., and the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center, as well as Comcast Business. Robert Thompson, Vice President, Comcast Business in the Mountain West Region, emceed the evening, and we were honored to hear from Jonathan Liebert, CEO/Executive Director, Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado, who discussed how AI can be a power-up for small businesses. More information is available at https://www.comcastrise.com/. About Comcast RISE: Comcast RISE is part of Project UP, the company’s $1 billion commitment to advance digital equity through programs and community partnerships that connect people to the Internet, advance economic mobility and open doors for the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, storytellers and creators. About Comcast Corporation Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company that connects people to moments that matter. We are principally focused on broadband, aggregation, and streaming with over 56 million customer relationships across the United States and Europe. We deliver broadband, wireless, and video through our Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky brands; create, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, Universal Studio Group, Sky Studios, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, multiple cable networks, Peacock, NBCUniversal News Group, NBC Sports, Sky News, and Sky Sports; and provide memorable experiences at Universal Parks and Resorts in the United States and Asia. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information. Contact Details Comcast Leslie Oliver +1 303-810-6326 leslie_oliver@comcast.com Company Website https://colorado.comcast.com/

November 21, 2024 11:33 AM Mountain Standard Time

COMCAST LAUNCHES FLAGSHIP LIFT ZONE WITH SERJOBS IN HOUSTON TO ADVANCE DIGITAL SKILLS AND WORKFORCE OPPORTUNITIES

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Comcast today unveiled its second Flagship Lift Zone in Houston’s East End that will help advance digital skills and opportunities for thousands of people. The Flagship Lift Zone, powered by Comcast Business, is located at SERJobs’ Workforce Resource and Training Center and includes a grant of more than $500,000 to fund a comprehensive technology makeover and expanded programming to teach digital and technical skills. Building on its legacy of the award-winning Lift Zones program, SERJobs is the first Flagship location in Texas and one of 54 Lift Zones across the Houston metro area. “Lift Zones are about more than just providing free access to the Internet. They are about teaching people how to use the power of broadband to transform their lives and careers,” said Loren Hudson, SVP and Chief Diversity Officer, Connectivity and Platforms, Comcast. “The biggest barrier to getting online is not having the skills or the resources to do so. With this Flagship Lift Zone, SERJobs is poised to make an even more profound impact, bridging the digital divide and opening doors to unlimited possibilities for thousands of Houstonians.” In addition to the existing free Wi-Fi, the Flagship Lift Zone’s facility and technology makeover includes: Renovations and design refresh in conference rooms, tech labs, training spaces, breakrooms and common areas. 48 new computers (38 desktops and10 laptops). Single and double occupancy privacy pods for either virtual or in-person meetings, trainings and job interviews. Upgraded audio and visual equipment in training and conference room areas. Additional seating with expanded Wi-Fi access throughout the facility. Comcast has been a decade-long partner of SERJobs. Over that time, Comcast has donated more than 1,000 new laptops and provided tens of thousands of dollars in grants to support and expand digital skills training. “The launch of the Comcast Lift Zone at SERJobs’ Workforce Resource and Training Center, is a game-changer for the Greater Houston community and the countless underserved individuals who will be served as a result,” SERJobs Chief Executive Officer Sheroo Mukhtiar said. “By providing access to essential digital literacy resources, this initiative not only empowers individuals to thrive in the digital age but also opens new doors for workforce development and economic opportunities. Together, we can transform lives and create a more inclusive and empowered community. We are so grateful to Comcast for the generosity and partnership!” Over the last three years, Comcast Texas has made more than $3 million in cash and in-kind contributions to more than 60 Houston-area nonprofit organizations. These contributions support local community programs that help establish and promote the company’s Digital Equity Network in Texas. Comcast’s network of digital equity partners helps people acquire computers, provides digital skills trainings and offers opportunities for community members to explore and train for careers in tech-related fields. They can also develop the kinds of digital skills that can help them pursue better careers and even launch and grow their own businesses. Comcast’s Lift Zones are part of Project UP, the company’s $1 billion commitment to advance digital opportunity and build a future of unlimited possibilities. Since its launch in 2020, Lift Zones have provided essential internet access for those in need outside the home, with more than 1,250 locations across the country. It also complements Comcast’s Internet Essentials program, which offers low-cost in-home broadband connectivity to qualifying households. About Comcast CorporationComcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information. About SERJobs: SERJobs believes in the power of work! Through education, occupational trainings, employment placement, financial literacy, and digital navigation, SER, the Spanish verb meaning to be, empowers individuals from underserved and under-resourced communities to transform their lives. Comprehensive and strength-based services address and eliminate barriers to employment, for people over the age of 16, including opportunity youth, justice involved individuals, veterans, single parents, and anyone seeking a second chance. SERJobs’ programs are aligned with the needs of high-growth/high-demand industries across the Gulf Coast, creating pathways to livable wages and long-term financial stability. Guided by values of Service, Excellence, Respect, and Teamwork, SER is much more than jobs – it fosters hope, resilience, and purpose. Learn more at www.serjobs.org. Contact Details Comcast - Texas Region ilona Carson +1 346-624-2074 Ilona_Carson@comcast.com Company Website https://houston.comcast.com/

November 20, 2024 12:46 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Expert Toy Picks for the 2024 Holiday Season

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The holidays are underway, and while parents are planning to be more discerning with their budgets this year, toys remain a top priority. According to new research from The Toy Association™, 69% of parents plan to cut costs elsewhere to ensure their kids have the top toys for the holidays. Recently, Toy Trends Specialist at The Toy Association, Jennifer Lynch, teamed with D S Simon Media on a nationwide satellite media tour to share some of the top toys for the holiday season. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/oXuok2biwoQ While toys based on kids’ favorite characters will certainly be driving kids’ ask, parents will also be seeking out toys that spark kids’ imaginations and provide learning benefits as they play. Here are some of the top toy picks for the 2024 holiday season: Spidey & His Amazing Friends Mega Jump HQ Trackset (Jazwares) Kids can launch their favorite Spidey characters down this 39-inch race track, which features Spidey’s Web-Quarters, an elevator, web tunnels, and ramps. With two exclusive vehicles and a mega jump, this action-packed set recreates scenes from the Spidey & His Amazing Friends TV show, offering hours of imaginative play. Transformers One Power Flip Optimus Prime (Orion Pax) (Hasbro) Inspired by the new Transformers One movie, this action figure transforms between four modes: Orion Pax, Cybertronian Truck, Optimus Prime, and Ultimate Optimus Prime. Lights, sounds, and action features bring the toy to life as kids flip between modes, celebrating 40 years of the Transformers franchise. LEGO Gravity Drop (Klutz) This STEM kit lets kids build and customize marble mazes with LEGO elements and papercraft components. With 168 LEGO pieces, kids can create various maze configurations and learn about physics and engineering through play. The set also includes an instruction book packed with engaging STEM content. Booksy Dome Figures (PMI Kids) Each collectible figure comes with a tiny book hidden inside featuring life lessons and colorful illustrations. Characters from PAW Patrol, Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and PMI’s Monster Tales make reading fun while encouraging interactive play. Play-Doh Pizza Delivery Scooter Playset (Hasbro) This scooter is a ride-on toy and a Play-Doh pizza-making playset all in one. Kids can create pretend pizzas using the included Play-Doh, then "deliver" them using the scooter’s built-in pizza box slot. The set comes with 10 Play-Doh colors and 16 accessories, encouraging active, creative play. For more information, visit TheGeniusofPlay.org About Jennifer Lynch As an official spokesperson and toy trends specialist for The Toy Association, Jennifer Lynch chats with toymakers throughout the year to track trends and developments impacting the toy aisles and kids’ entertainment. She is interviewed frequently by national and local consumer and business media on toy trends and related topics. She has appeared on ABC News, Good Morning America, Fox & Friends, KTLA-TV, WGN Chicago, WNBC New York, Bloomberg Radio, and CNET, among others, as well as in print publications including Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, New York Magazine, Inc. Magazine, The Spruce, and others. She also served as the narrator for The Genius of Play’s "Once Upon a Playtime" podcast, which invited listeners to rediscover the value of play through real-life, personal stories of actors, artists, entrepreneurs, and more. Jennifer has over a decade of experience covering the toy and kids’ entertainment industries. Prior, she served as the editorial & creative manager for aNb Media and its b2c review site TTPM.com, where she oversaw all digital and print communications, reviewed product, and co-hosted a web series conducting in-depth interviews with toy industry executives. She began her career in her home state of Pennsylvania, handling marketing communications for Penn State’s art galleries (her alma mater). She resides in New Jersey with her husband and energetic three-year-old. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

November 20, 2024 12:34 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Top Black Friday Travel Deals: Start Planning Your Next Vacation with Norwegian Cruise Line

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With Black Friday deals already kicking off, now is the best time to get a jump start on your vacation planning for 2025. Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) just launched its Black Friday promotion, offering travelers 50% off all cruises plus NCL’s new ‘More At SeaTM’ package, which includes unlimited open bar, specialty dining, and Wi-Fi powered by Starlink’s high-speed internet access, so time spent on the ship is just as exciting as exploring bucket-list destinations. Recently, Travel Expert and Editor-in-Chief of Cruise Critic, Colleen McDaniel, teamed up with Norwegian Cruise Line and D S Simon Media on a nationwide satellite media tour to discuss Black Friday travel deals, top destinations for 2025 and why you should consider a cruise for your next vacation. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/MT8wcwu8HHg Cruising continues to provide the best value for your vacation dollar, offering accommodations, meals, and entertainment all included in one package. With the ability wake up in a new destination nearly every day, along with the convenience of only needing to unpack once, NCL offers guests the opportunity to see more, do more, and enjoy more while sailing to 450 destinations around the globe. The onboard experience, which includes exclusive industry-leading attractions like the only racetracks at sea, is enhanced by NCL’s new ‘More At SeaTM’ package, which provides over $2,000* of even more added value with newly enhanced offerings including a new beverage package that features 45% more beverage brands across all categories, with over 100 specialty cocktails to choose from; the ability to dine in more specialty restaurants; faster Wi-Fi powered by Starlink with more minutes available to all guests in the stateroom; shore excursion credits and free airfare for the second guest along with third and fourth guests sail free on select sailings. From Europe’s iconic cities to Alaska’s awe-inspiring landscapes, NCL has endless options for guests to experience more of what they love on their vacation. In 2025, NCL will have 11 ships sailing itineraries in the Mediterranean, Northern Europe and Greek Isles, offering an average of 10 hours in each port, and providing guests with a more immersive European vacation. Next summer, NCL’s Alaska season will also feature a variety of ships and itineraries, delivering guests more choices of embarkation ports, accommodation categories and onboard activities for everyone. With NCL’s newest ship, Norwegian Aqua, debuting in 2025, travelers can experience groundbreaking attractions like the world’s first hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide. Plus, with 17 restaurants, 18 bars and lounges, luxurious spa offerings and immersive entertainment, there is something for everyone. For those looking for a last-minute holiday escape, NCL also offers fantastic deals on shorter voyages, including Caribbean cruises from New Orleans and shorter three- to five-day Bahamas sailings from Miami. These itineraries provide the perfect opportunity for travelers to warm up this winter with a quick tropical getaway. For more information or to book your next cruise, visit NCL.com. # # # * More At Sea package value amount varies per sailing. The $2,000 value is based on a 7-day cruise. About Colleen McDaniel Colleen McDaniel is Editor-in-Chief of Cruise Critic, the world’s largest online cruise resource. She considers cruising to be a true passion, having traveled the world by water – from Alaska, the Caribbean and Hawaii, to Europe’s rivers, Antarctica and Africa – on ships of all shapes and sizes. She’s regularly quoted as a cruise expert in media outlets across the country, including outlets like The Associated Press, Good Morning America, CNN, FOX Business, CNBC, The New York Times, Travel + Leisure and Skift. Cruise Critic is the world’s largest cruise reviews and information site, offering a comprehensive resource for cruise travelers -- from first-time cruisers to avid cruise enthusiasts. The site features more than 50M+ opinions, reviews & photos and hosts the world's largest online cruise community. Cruise Critic is a subsidiary of Tripadvisor, Inc. About Norwegian Cruise Line As the innovator in global cruise travel, Norwegian Cruise Line has been breaking the boundaries of traditional cruising for 57 years. Most notably, the cruise line revolutionized the industry by offering guests the opportunity to design their ideal vacation on their preferred schedule with no assigned dining and entertainment times and no formal dress codes. Today, the company offers guests to ‘Experience More at Sea’ by providing them with more to see, more to do and more to enjoy on their vacation. Its fleet of 19 contemporary ships sail to 400 of the world's most desirable destinations, including Great Stirrup Cay, the company's private island in the Bahamas and its resort destination Harvest Caye in Belize. Norwegian Cruise Line not only provides superior guest service from land to sea, but also offers a wide variety of award-winning entertainment and dining options as well as a range of accommodations across the fleet, including solo-traveler staterooms, club balcony suites and The Haven by Norwegian®, the company's ship-within-a-ship concept. For additional information or to book a cruise, contact a travel professional, call 888-NCL-CRUISE (625-2784) or visit www.ncl.com. For the latest news and exclusive content, visit the NCL Newsroom and follow Norwegian Cruise Line on Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok and YouTube @NorwegianCruiseLine; and Twitter @CruiseNorwegian. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

November 20, 2024 10:14 AM Eastern Standard Time

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New AI-Powered Mobile App Delivers Early Prediction of Heart Attack or Stroke

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Before Health Intelligence, Ltd. today emerged from stealth and announced a new mHealth app called Antshrike ™ that uses AI to transform wearable device data into highly precise and specific predictive cardiovascular health warnings. As an iOS app, Antshrike uses proprietary AI algorithms to identify early warning signs of critical cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks or strokes, with high predictive accuracy for individuals at risk. The app processes biometric time-series data collected by commercially available Apple smart phones and smart watches, calculates individual risk of critical events in real time and predicts when and how changes in a patient’s health states may occur. By notifying patients of imminent danger in advance, Antshrike enables timely intervention by healthcare providers, paving the way for personalized medical intervention and treatment and improved medical outcomes. “In South America, the Antshrike bird warns primates of upcoming dangers,” said Before Health Intelligence CEO & co-founder Ekaterina Mitricheva, MD, PhD. “We developed our new digital health app by the same name to warn those at risk of major ischemic cardiovascular events before they take place. With cardiovascular disease as the number one cause of death worldwide, there is an urgent need to predict and prevent heart attacks and strokes.” The Antshrike mHealth app: Passively monitors health status without interrupting daily routines, social interactions and work habits Predicts the danger and timing of cardiovascular events with more than 85% accuracy in a personalized manner Uses proven science based on decades of research, more than 130 billion data points analyzed by Before Health Intelligence’s scientists, as well as open source CDC data from tens of thousands of individuals Assures HIPAA-compliant patient privacy by preprocessing individual patient data (not patient records) on a patient’s phone with anonymized preprocessed values that can never be traced back to any specific person Requires no manual input of data or reliance on expensive hospital equipment and procedures Assists healthcare providers in saving more lives since timely predictive interventions are known to reduce the probability of lasting effects or fatality Antshrike uses two layers of AI, static and dynamic, to calculate an individual’s risk of critical events in real-time. The static layer processes data entered by an individual to determine an initial risk score, and the machine learning algorithm is trained on over 500,000 CDC datapoints of approximately 23,000 individuals. The dynamic layer collects and analyzes biometric time-series from smart watches in real-time, uses the proprietary AI algorithm to identify early warning signs of critical state transitions, and then delivers a personalized, time-sensitive risk score for an upcoming major ischemic cardiovascular event. The freemium app is expected to be available in the U.S. in 2025. To become a partner or learn more about the product, visit https://www.before-intelligence.com/contact. About Before Health Intelligence Ltd. Before Health Intelligence, a medical device manufacturer developing software-as-a-medical device (SaMD), offers mobile applications that identify the early warning signs of critical events in complex diseases. The apps analyze each individual’s health data, recorded by leading smart watch brands in combination with proprietary AI algorithms and data sets, as well as open source data from the Center for Disease Control (CDC). This continuous monitoring alerts individuals of early warning signs of critical cardiovascular events (e.g., heart attacks or strokes) or neuropsychiatric events (e.g., alcohol addiction relapse), enabling timely medical intervention and improved survival rates. Founded in 2022, the Before Health Intelligence team is comprised of highly skilled medical professionals, mathematicians, physicists and programmers with research experience at institutions such as Princeton University, Max Planck Society and MIT. Learn more at https://www.before-intelligence.com and follow the company on LinkedIn. Contact Details Rainier Communications Michelle Allard McMahon or Jenna Desimone beforehealth@rainierco.com Company Website https://www.before-intelligence.com/

November 19, 2024 07:45 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Mercado Bitcoin Launches MBRL Stablecoin on the TRON Blockchain, Pegged to the Brazilian Real

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São Paulo, November 18, 2024 - Mercado Bitcoin (MB), the largest digital asset platform in Latin America, announces the launch of MBRL stablecoin on the TRON blockchain. The MBRL stablecoin presents an innovative means of payment that combines the trust and stability of Brazilian fiat currency with the utility and ease of tokenization. The MBRL stablecoin is an MB project that uses the TRON network through integration with the blockchain. This integration aims to create a fast, accessible and scalable smart contract platform. MBRL is designed to act as a reliable store of value with liquidity for withdrawals around the clock, including weekends and public holidays. Additionally, MBRL can be easily integrated into blockchain wallets, DeFi platforms, and dApps, making it incredibly versatile and easy to use. Lucca Benedetti, Product Analyst at MB, commented, "The introduction of MBRL is a significant milestone for both MB and the growing crypto community in Brazil. The TRON blockchain has already seen widespread adoption in the region. We are further solidifying our presence within the TRON ecosystem through the launch of MBRL. I'm looking forward to seeing the positive effects MBRL will bring”. Sam Elfarra, Community Spokesperson at TRON DAO commented, "We are thrilled to see MRBL launch in the TRON ecosystem. The launch is a significant step forward in our mission to provide accessible, efficient, and scalable blockchain solutions globally, showcasing the versatility and robustness of the TRON network. I believe MRBL will play a key role in accelerating the adoption of blockchain technology across the region". TRON network, the trusted network for developers, institutions, and individuals worldwide, is a layer-1 open-source blockchain protocol with over 271 million user accounts. With a total transfer volume exceeding $14 trillion, TRON stands out for its ability to efficiently handle both large and small transactions. Its speed and cost-effectiveness make it especially popular among retail users for fast, frequent, low-value transactions like remittances, micropayments, and peer-to-peer transfers. Leveraging the TRON network will enable MB to offer users faster, more reliable asset transfers with lower fees, enhancing the overall efficiency and accessibility of transactions. Customers in supported jurisdictions can now buy MBRL on Mercado Bitcoin's offer book or issue it directly with a deposit of BRL. They then receive MBRL stablecoins, which can be easily transacted in just a few seconds. Management and custody of the assets are carried out by MB Pay, Mercado Bitcoin's payment institution. About Mercado Bitcoin With 4 million customers in 11 years of operation, Mercado Bitcoin is the leading digital asset investment platform in Latin America and a benchmark in blockchain and the tokenized economy, operating with the highest standards of transparency and financial integrity. It is Brazil's first crypto unicorn and has been audited since 2018, and since 2022 by EY - one of the world's largest auditing firms. Mercado Bitcoin - Agência Pub Treicy Keller: treicy.keller@agencia.pub | +55 11. 98990-2218 Patrícia Martins: patricia.martins@agencia.pub | +55 24. 99942-3041 Anne Fadul: anne.fadul@agencia.pub | +55 11. 99335-4527 Chico Marcelino: chico.marcelino@agencia.pub | +33. 76945-0275 About TRON DAO TRON DAO is a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps. Founded in September 2017 by Justin Sun, the TRON network has continued to deliver impressive achievements since MainNet launch in May 2018. July 2018 also marked the integration of BitTorrent, a pioneer in decentralized Web3 services, boasting over 100 million monthly active users. The TRON network has gained incredible traction in recent years. As of November 2024, it has over 271 million total user accounts on the blockchain, more than 8.9 billion total transactions, and over $18 billion in total value locked (TVL), as reported on TRONSCAN. In addition, TRON hosts the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin across the globe, overtaking USDT on Ethereum since April 2021. The TRON network completed full decentralization in December 2021 and is now a community-governed DAO. Most recently in October 2022, TRON was designated as the national blockchain for the Commonwealth of Dominica, which marks the first time a major public blockchain partnered with a sovereign nation to develop its national blockchain infrastructure. On top of the government’s endorsement to issue Dominica Coin (“DMC”), a blockchain-based fan token to help promote Dominica’s global fanfare, seven existing TRON-based tokens – TRX, BTT, NFT, JST, USDD, USDT, TUSD, have been granted statutory status as authorized digital currency and medium of exchange in the country. TRONNetwork | TRONDAO | Twitter | YouTube | Telegram | Discord | Reddit | GitHub | Medium | Forum Media Contact Yeweon Park press@tron.network Contact Details Patrícia Martins patricia.martins@agencia.pub

November 18, 2024 12:58 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Interoperability vs Fragmentation: Why Cross-Chain Solutions Matter for the Future of DeFi

Elluminex

Ethereum has Uniswap, Binance has PancakeSwap and Solana has Jupiter. Despite being one of the largest Layer 1 platforms, TON still lacks a competitive and effective DeFi protocol. Let’s run the numbers on TON: $13.4 billion in market capitalization, 950 million users, and over 1 billion transactions. Experts believe that any project that captures the first-mover advantage could see incredible returns as the cycle progresses. This is where Elluminex comes into play. A state-of-the-art cross-chain protocol that unites isolated blockchains, bringing all the best opportunities in one place. With analysts tipping Elluminex as one of the hottest plays of the 2024/2025 cycle, let’s see why it’s special. Decentralization Shouldn’t Mean Division The Elluminex decentralized exchange is the ecosystem’s flagship feature. Through its innovative Cross-Chain Bridge, Elluminex acts as a meeting point between all major blockchains. This will allow users to effortlessly swap assets while enjoying high transaction speeds and the lowest possible fees. This also enhances liquidity as it’s sourced from across the various blockchains, resulting in minimal slippage, even in high-volume situations. Investors will be welcomed by a lean and intuitive interface, which will make trading a secure stress-free experience. To further improve ease of access and privacy, Elluminex does away with KYC verification and allows users to access the platform just by connecting their self-custodial wallets. Through this feature alone, Elluminex could change the game and set new standards in terms of usability, security, and scalability. But it doesn’t end here. How Elluminex Leaves The Competition In The Dust Elluminex users will have an additional edge in whale trading and investing, thanks to the exclusive Elluminex portfolio tracker. They will be able to keep track of all their assets and manage them in the most efficient way possible. Through this feature, users will also have access to real-time analytics. This will allow them to keep up with the latest market updates and make informed decisions based on raw, no-nonsense data. Moreover, Elluminex's intriguing premarket feature will grant early access to TON-based projects before they hit exchanges. Investors will have the opportunity to capitalize on the latest-released gems without having to wait for whales to load up first or become exit liquidity for insiders it is often the case. DeFi Education Furthermore, Elluminex understands that the primary reason hindering DeFi adoption is that the space is inherently complex. Many newcomers often feel intimidated as they try and make sense of its inner workings. With its convoluted terminology and often opaque mechanics, DeFi’s potential is limited by these unintended barriers of entry. The truth is simple, without education DeFi can’t grow. This is why Elluminex has made it a mission to demystify DeFi by fostering an inclusive and educational environment. This initiative will help users understand core concepts and assist them in making informed decisions throughout their crypto journey. The $ELX Token The Elluminex ecosystem is powered by the native $ELX token. Users will reap substantial rewards from engaging with the platform and its advanced staking and farming model. 50% of the $ELX supply will be available during the presale which is set to launch soon. The rest of the tokens will be allocated toward marketing efforts, rewards, liquidity, and exchange listings. In addition to this, the tokenomics of $ELX also comprise a burn mechanism, which will automatically remove tokens from circulation, ensuring robust price stability and long-term growth. Once the presale is live, users will have the opportunity to invest in a project that could reinvent DeFi. Now is the time to start paying attention! For more information about Elluminex visit the links below: Website: https://elluminex.com/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/elluminex Telegram: https://t.me/Elluminex Elluminex aims to be the first comprehensive DeFi hub on the TON blockchain, designed to revolutionize the DeFi landscape. Our mission is to provide a seamless and user-friendly platform that empowers users to trade, stake, farm, bridge, and track their portfolios with ease. By leveraging the power of the TON blockchain, Elluminex seeks to offer unparalleled speed, security, and scalability, bringing DeFi to a network with over 950 million active users and over 1 billion recorded transactions. Contact Details Andy Green support@elluminex.com Company Website https://elluminex.com/

November 17, 2024 04:25 PM Eastern Standard Time

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