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The Week in Canadian Press Releases: 10 Stories You Need to See

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A roundup of the most newsworthy press releases from Cision Distribution this week

TORONTO, Oct. 25, 2024 /CNW/ – With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on Cision. 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.

Apollo Group TV Unveils New Pricing Model for 8K Premium IPTV in Response to Market Demand 
In response to the increasing demand for high-quality, affordable streaming services, Apollo Group TV, a leading provider in the IPTV industry, has launched a new pricing model that significantly reduces the cost of its 8K premium IPTV service. This strategic move makes cutting-edge streaming technology more accessible to viewers globally, without compromising on the quality that has earned Apollo Group TV its reputation as an industry leader. As consumers continue to seek alternatives to traditional cable and satellite TV, IPTV has emerged as a cost-effective solution. *FREE A&W Kids’ Pack: This Halloween, trick-or-treat at A&W, and any little monster 12 and under can get a Kids’ Pack–absolutely free! 
This special offer treats every child to a tasty kid-approved meal. Let them get their hands on a Chicken Buddy Burger®, Chicken Strips, Buddy Burger® or Buddy Burger® with Cheese, paired with fresh apple slices, a MadeGood™ granola bar and 2% milk for a satisfying meal to fuel their spooky adventures. “We love that A&W has been a gathering place for families across Canada since 1956,” says Susan Senecal, CEO of A&W Food Services of Canada. “This Halloween, we’re thrilled to be a part of the spooky spirit by welcoming Canadian families for a little treat. From our burger family to yours, we are excited to host you this Halloween at A&W locations coast to coast.”Skip Is Helping Canadians Skip to the good part Of Their Day – And is Giving Away Thousands of Meals to Celebrate! 
Skip, Canada’s homegrown delivery network, is thrilled to introduce its new brand positioning, ‘Skip to the good part’—a refreshed commitment to helping Canadians conveniently skip out on life’s everyday hassles, giving them more time back to do what they love. Whether it’s kitchen fails or awkward grocery store run-ins, Skip has dropped ‘TheDishes’ as a promise to deliver more of what Canadians want including restaurants, grocery, convenience and retail offerings, right to your door with just a few taps. Through a refreshed logo paying homage to Skip’s Canadian roots, now featuring the iconic maple leaf, Canadians can experience the updated look and feel on the Skip app and website.Katahdin Joins SGS, Expanding North American Environmental Services 
SGS North America (SGS) is pleased to welcome Katahdin Analytical Services (Katahdin) to its network of environmental laboratories. This strategic expansion enhances SGS’s ability to assist government agencies and industries in assessing environmental risks and impacts while ensuring regulatory compliance. “Bringing Katahdin into our fold reinforces our commitment to leading the industry in both emerging contaminants and conventional environmental analysis in North America,” said Marcus Maguire, Head of Environment, Health and Safety at SGS North America.Health Canada Approves First and Only Oral Targeted Treatment for Brain Cancer 
Servier Canada is pleased to announce the approval and commercial availability of VORANIGO™ (vorasidenib tablets), the first targeted therapy for the treatment of Grade 2 isocitrate dehydrogenase (IDH)-mutant glioma in adults and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older, following surgery. VORANIGO™ offers glioma patients the convenience of a once-daily oral treatment, providing them with an opportunity to actively manage their disease. Canada is the second country after the United States to receive regulatory authorization for VORANIGO™.RBC Royal Bank announces change to prime rate 
RBC Royal Bank is decreasing its prime rate by 50 basis points from 6.45 per cent to 5.95 per cent, effective October 24, 2024. Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 100,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada’s biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 18 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Shake Shack Expands Toronto Presence with New Locations Set to Open at Union Station and Yorkdale Shopping Centre
Following the successful debut of its first Canadian location at Yonge & Dundas earlier this year, Shake Shack is excited to announce two upcoming locations in Toronto set to open their doors this winter. “Toronto has been incredibly welcoming, and we’re excited to further our presence in the city with these two fantastic locations,” said Billy Richmond, Business Director of Shake Shack Canada. “Both Union Station and Yorkdale Shopping Centre offer unique opportunities to engage with our guests in new ways, and we look forward to becoming a part of these lively hubs.”CIBC lowers prime lending rate
CIBC (TSX: CM) (NYSE: CM) today announced that it is lowering its Canadian prime lending rate by 50 basis points from 6.45 per cent to 5.95 per cent, effective Thursday, October 24, 2024. CIBC is a leading North American financial institution with 14 million personal banking, business, public sector and institutional clients. Across Personal and Business Banking, Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, and Capital Markets, CIBC offers a full range of advice, solutions and services through its leading digital banking network, and locations across Canada, in the United States and around the world. Ongoing news releases and more information about CIBC can be found at www.cibc.com/ca/media-centre.Best Buy Canada predicts product trends and announces dates for hotly anticipated Black Friday sales 
With Millennial and Gen Z buying habits leading the way, Best Buy Canada shares the hottest trends expected this holiday season. Best Buy Canada experts anticipate buying behaviour to reflect the Gen Z preference to give physical items as opposed to gift cards.*1 With new sales every week throughout November and a plentiful selection of products across all categories, Best Buy Canada is encouraging Canadians to shop early to get in on the trends this holiday season. If you’re in need of a little gifting inspiration, our Holiday Gift Guide launches November 1 on BestBuy.ca to help customers browse the many incredible deals to be had this holiday season.GardaWorld Enters into Binding Agreement to Acquire Stealth Monitoring, Creating a Champion in AI-Enabled Mobile and Fixed Video Monitoring Security Solutions 
Garda World Security Corporation (“GardaWorld” or “the Company”), an entrepreneurial-driven corporation focused on building global champions in security services, AI-enabled security technology, integrated risk management and cash automation solutions, announced today that it has entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger (“Binding Agreement”) to acquire the business of Stealth Monitoring, a North American leader in cutting-edge commercial mobile and fixed video monitoring security solutions. Building on the foundation of the Company’s successful ECAMSECURE platform, the acquisition of Stealth Monitoring will establish a global leader in AI-powered remote video monitoring solutions.

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About Cision Canada

Cision is a comprehensive communications platform enabling more than 100,000 public relations and marketing professionals around the world to understand, influence and amplify their stories. As the market leader, Cision enables the next generation of communication professionals to strategically operate in the modern media landscape where company success is directly impacted by public opinion. Cision has offices in 24 countries through the Americas, EMEA and APAC, and offers a suite of best-in-class solutions, including Newswire, Brandwatch, Cision Communications Cloud® and Cision Insights. To learn more, visit www.cision.ca and follow @CisionCA on Twitter.

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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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