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Weekly Recap: 14 Press Releases You Might Have Missed

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A roundup of the most newsworthy press releases from PR Newswire this week, including the country’s rattiest city, an AI collaborative for local media and new ASMR from KFC.

NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week’s most newsworthy and popular releases, here’s a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn’t be missed.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

This Year Marks a Decade of Chicago as the Rattiest City in America
Chicago’s abundance of alleys provides rodents with hidden havens, offering plenty of space to hide while feasting on trash. Rodents also love to burrow, finding shelter beneath subway tracks or around underground pipes. Wendy’s Drops Bone-Chillingly Fun Boo! Bag Meal, Featuring Exclusive Frosty Figure for “Kidults” and Parents
Beginning October 21, Wendy’s® fans can order a limited-edition Boo! Bag meal, featuring a Dave’s Single®, small Hot & Crispy Fry, small Frosty®, glow-in-the-dark Bone Chiller Frosty figure and a Boo! Books® coupon book.Lenfest Institute, OpenAI and Microsoft announce $10 million AI Collaborative and Fellowship program for US metro news organizations
In the initial round of funding, Chicago Public Media, Newsday (Long Island, NY), The Minnesota Star Tribune, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and The Seattle Times will each receive a grant to hire a two-year AI fellow to pursue projects that focus largely on improving business sustainability and implementing AI technologies within their organizations. MGM Resorts International and Marriott International Sign Agreement to Launch W Las Vegas
The hospitality brands announced plans to convert an iconic property on the Las Vegas Strip to the W Hotels brand within the Marriott Bonvoy® portfolio, continuing the brand’s storied evolution. Located on the Mandalay Bay Campus, the property is slated to officially join the W Hotels portfolio later this year, with additional plans for the property to be announced in the future.Stellantis Invests $29.5 Million in Innovative Wind Tunnel Technology to Enhance EV Aerodynamics
Optimizing aerodynamic efficiency is crucial in the effort to extend the driving range of electrified vehicles on a single charge. This enhancement directly contributes to improved efficiency, benefiting customers with longer EV ranges and potentially reducing battery sizes, which in turn could lead to cost and weight savings.National Geographic Society Introduces the Museum of Exploration
Scheduled to open in mid-2026, the public attraction, fueled by cutting-edge technologies, will feature one-of-a-kind National Geographic curated exhibitions, immersive and educational experiences, a state-of-the-art theater, restaurant and retail store.All Jobs are Tech Jobs: Pearson’s Skills Map U.S. Predicts Dramatic Shifts in Employment Landscape; 1.9m New Jobs Through 2028
Dave Treat, Chief Technology Officer, Pearson stated, “The key message is that technology is transforming jobs at a faster pace than ever before. Every job, from nursing to manufacturing, is becoming more tech-focused, increasing the demand for workers who can blend technical expertise with industry-specific skills. M&M’S® and kate spade new york Launch First-Ever Candy-Inspired Capsule Collection Together
Taking cues from M&M’S iconic packaging and colorful candy shells, the collection infuses the kate spade new york product with a playful, colorful and bold twist, including M&M’S x kate spade new york Embellished Smooth Leather 3D Crossbody and Chain Coin Purse, and M&M’S x kate spade new york Jewelry.Lumen and Meta Partner to Drive AI Network Expansion
The expanded network will provide dedicated interconnection for Meta’s industry-leading infrastructure, strengthening and increasing the company’s ability to lead in AI development. Crayola Announces Lineup for Crayola Creativity Week, A Global Event Featuring Renowned Creative Talent
The global week-long event provides parents and educators with tools to nurture creativity in children. Free educational activities will be led by Matthew McConaughey, Ada Limón, NASA scientists, Max Greenfield, Henry Winkler, Mikaila Ulmer, Mo Willems, and more.Delta Air Lines to Deliver First-Of-Its-Kind CES Keynote at Sphere
Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta, will take the audience on an immersive journey highlighting Delta’s vision for using technology to enrich human experiences. This will mark the first CES keynote ever hosted at the groundbreaking venue.KFC® and Hatch Invite You to Fall Asleep to the Sleep-Inducing Sound of Fried Chicken
From ASMR social media channels to film and television production set rumors, the internet has recently unearthed the humorous phenomenon that the sound of cooking fried chicken sounds almost identical to the soothing, sleep-inducing sound of rain falling. To further investigate, Hatch and KFC® have come together to release a new “Kentucky Fried Chicken Rain” content channel that can help lull you to sleep.Lonely Planet Reveals 2025 Best in Travel Destinations and Trends
The curated list features 30 must-see global destinations across three categories: cities, countries and regions. Each category features 10 destinations, chosen for their topicality, unique attributes and experiences, including food, history, architecture, art, vibrant local culture and natural beauty, along with their ongoing commitment to sustainability, community and diversity.U.S. Postal Service Provides Pre-Election Update on Secure Mail Operations and Delivery
In addition to the processes and procedures specific to Election Mail that the Postal Service deploys all year long, as in previous general elections, the Postal Service is deploying extraordinary measures in the final weeks of the election season to swiftly move Ballot Mail entered close to or on Election Day and/or the state’s return deadline.

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Can’t-Miss Earnings

In addition to these popular releases, earnings season has begun and several must-read earnings reports crossed the wire this week, including the quarterly results for Boeing, Viking Therapeutics, Texas Instruments and AT&T.

Catch up on all the latest earnings reports here.

Helping Journalists Stay Up to Date on Industry News

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Customization: Users can create customized newsfeeds that will deliver relevant news right to their inbox. Newsfeed results can be targeted by keywords, industry, subject, geography, and more.Photos and Videos: Thousands of multimedia assets are available to download and include in a journalist or blogger’s next story.Subject Matter Experts: Journalists will have access to ProfNet, a database of industry experts to connect with as sources or for quotes in their articles.Related Resources: Our journalist- and blogger-focused blog, Beyond Bylines, features regular media news roundups, writing tips, upcoming events, and more.

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NAVEE Launches ST3 Pro and GT3 Pro at CES 2025, Receives UL and TÜV Rheinland Certifications

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LAS VEGAS, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — NAVEE, a global leader in intelligent short-distance mobility, today announced the North American launch of its flagship electric scooters, ST3 Pro and GT3 Pro, at CES 2025. The event, running from January 7 to January 10, also marks the company’s achievement of two prestigious awards that validate its leadership in smart mobility.

UL verification: Micromobility Performance Range, Energy Consumption and Acceleration

During CES, UL awarded the ST3 Pro-U and GT3 Pro-U with the “Micromobility Performance Range/Energy Consumption/Acceleration” verification. This recognition validates NAVEE’s engineering excellence, with both scooters exceeding rigorous standards for range, energy efficiency, and acceleration. Bryan Bai, NAVEE’s Vice President and Head of North American Sales, and Sherry He, vice president and general manager of Consumer, Medical and Information Technologies at UL Solutions, presided over the award ceremony.

TÜV Rheinland Certification: Range at Max. Speed

Simultaneously, TÜV Rheinland granted the ST3 Pro its “Range at Max. Speed” certification, verifying that the scooter delivers on its promised maximum speed range capabilities. Jay Yang, Vice President of Greater China Electrical at TÜV Rheinland, presented the certification to NAVEE, underscoring the scooter’s exceptional performance standards.

“These launches at CES 2025 represent a significant milestone in our mission to advance smart mobility technology for consumers worldwide,” said Lu Jian, Brand Representative of NAVEE. “The UL verification and TÜV Rheinland certification demonstrate our unwavering commitment to excellence and validate the real-world performance our customers can expect.”

ST3 Pro and GT3 Pro: Redefining Smart Mobility

The ST3 Pro and GT3 Pro represent the next evolution in urban transportation. Engineered for the demands of modern city commuting, these premium electric scooters combine exceptional range and acceleration with sophisticated smart features. The prestigious UL verification and TÜV Rheinland certification affirm NAVEE’s position as an industry pioneer in electric mobility innovation.

About NAVEE

Founded in 2021, NAVEE has quickly emerged as a leader in the global electric mobility market. With a presence in over 30 countries and more than 200,000 users, NAVEE is revolutionizing urban commuting with stylish, reliable electric scooters. The company continues to invest heavily in research and development, ensuring it remains at the forefront of innovation in the electric mobility sector.

For more information, visit: NAVEE Official Website https://www.naveetech.com/

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Fintech nsave launches investment platform, offering people from distressed economies protection from inflation with compliant and safe investments abroad

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nsave offers trusted dollar, sterling or euro accounts abroad to people from high inflation countries.Customers can now access a range of US equities, ETFs and funds.TQ Ventures leads $18mn financing, with participation from Sequoia Capital, Y Combinator, ACE Ventures, and Proton.

LONDON and GENEVA, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — nsave, the provider of trusted, compliant accounts abroad to people from countries with high inflation, has today announced the launch of an investment product, enabling people at risk of financial exclusion to protect and grow their wealth.

The company also confirmed an $18mn Series A investment led by TQ Ventures with participation from Sequoia Capital, Y Combinator, ACE Ventures, and Proton Foundation, to accelerate their growth.

Today’s means customers can access US equities, ETFs and soon funds managed by some of the world’s largest asset managlaunchers via the nsave app, subject to onboarding and compliance checks.

By working with regulated financial institutions and banking partners in the UK and Switzerland, nsave offers safe and compliant accounts abroad, democratising offshore services to millions of people affected by high inflation or economic uncertainty in their home countries.

nsave’s customers include young professionals who move abroad and face exclusionary and outdated compliance processes due to their country of birth, alongside people from high inflation economies, who fear their life savings will be wiped out.

Based in London and Geneva, nsave is led by former Rhodes Scholars Amer Baroudi and Abdallah AbuHashem.

nsave CEO Amer Baroudi said: “Our vision is to go beyond just protecting everyday people’s wealth by enabling safe and compliant accounts abroad, but to enable them to grow it, too.”

“For some of our customers, this is the first time they can access trusted investment services securely. We believe your passport shouldn’t determine your path to prosperity. Our compliance-by-design approach enables us to offer services safely to many more people.” 

TQ Ventures co-founder and co-managing partner, Schuster Tanger, said: “nsave is tapping into a massive market of individuals underserved by existing financial services who need secure, stable financial solutions.”

“From the outset, I was impressed by nsave’s unique approach and the strength of their team, no doubt a function of Amer and Abdallah’s own lived experience of these challenges. We’re thrilled to roll up our sleeves with nsave to create a more inclusive financial system.”

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Vietnam’s Youth Rally Behind Blockchain: KuCoin Reveals Groundbreaking Insights at VTIS 2024

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HANOI, Vietnam, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is excited to share the findings from its second edition of the KuCoin Campus Survey, conducted during the Vietnam Technology & Investment Summit (VTIS) 2024. With 926 participants surveyed from December 3rd to December 4th, 2024, the results underscore the vibrant interest in blockchain technologies among Vietnam’s youth, reinforcing KuCoin’s commitment to nurturing this vital market.

The survey, a key initiative under KuCoin Campus, highlights a strong, positive sentiment towards cryptocurrencies, with 92% of participants optimistic about the future of digital assets. Remarkably, 82% of respondents are considering blockchain-related careers, signaling a burgeoning talent pool eager for development and opportunities within the industry.

Vietnam’s strategic importance to both KuCoin and the broader crypto community is evident as 68% of participants expressed a “very high interest” in blockchain, making it a critical hub for crypto innovations and community engagement. Additionally, 73% of respondents currently hold cryptocurrencies, demonstrating a mature market ready for further expansion and adoption.

The survey also uncovered a significant inclination towards diverse blockchain roles, with data analysis (24%), marketing (22%), and business development (21%) being the most coveted. These insights are invaluable as they highlight the areas of highest potential and interest among the future workforce.

Vietnam has been and will continue to be a key market for us,” said Alicia Kao, the Managing Director of KuCoin. “As the People’s Exchange, we are committed to empowering and equipping this new generation with the tools they need to succeed in the evolving digital landscape.”

View the full report here (EN version, VN Version), or visit KuCoin’s official website for further information.

About KuCoin

Founded in 2017, KuCoin is one of the pioneering and most globally recognized technology platforms supporting digital economies, built on a robust foundation of cutting-edge blockchain infrastructure, liquidity solutions, and an exceptional user experience. With a connected user base exceeding 37 million worldwide, KuCoin offers comprehensive digital asset solutions across wallets, trading, wealth management, payments, research, ventures, and AI-powered bots. KuCoin has garnered accolades such as “Best Crypto Apps & Exchanges” by Forbes and has been recognized among the “Top 50 Global Unicorns” by Hurun in 2024. These recognitions reflect its commitment to user-centric principles and core values, which include integrity, accountability, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

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