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Cell Phones for Soldiers partners with AI reverse logisitics giant Vendidit, relocates fulfillment operations to Austin area

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The revered charity processes nearly 7,000 devices a month to help veterans, will create new jobs

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Cell Phones for Soldiers, a national nonprofit dedicated to providing cost-free communication services to servicemen and women since 2004 has selected Austin-based Vendidit to handle their fulfillment process.

Under the new partnership, Vendidit will serve as the secure conduit for donations to the nonprofit from both businesses and individuals alike.

“When people send us their devices, they undergo a thorough inspection process to ensure they are in good condition for our veterans. This is crucial work, and we are confident that Vendidit is the ideal fulfillment partner to guarantee that this process is carried out securely and efficiently. By doing so, we can ensure that people’s generous donations reach those Veterans who need them as quickly as possible,” said Rob Bergquist, the founder of Cell Phones for Soldiers.

The organization currently processes about 7,000 devices every month and gets them in the hands of veterans who could not otherwise afford them. For devices that can’t be salvaged for ‘upcycling,’ Vendidit will responsibly recycle them and keep them out of landfills. In addition to cell phones, the charity also accepts portable devices such as MP3 players, tablets and calling cards.

Donations can be sent to the Vendidit warehouse, located at 18919 N. Heatherwilde Boulevard, Suite 125 in Pflugerville, TX, 78660. This location will also be hiring veterans for new jobs.

Vendidit launched earlier this year, as the newest co-creation of reverse logistics leader, Gary Stephens, and one of Austin’s most famous businessmen, John Paul DeJoria, who also co-founded The Patron Spirits Company and Paul Mitchell hair products.

DeJoria is famous for not only his entrepreneurship, but also his philanthropy. Once homeless himself, he continues to find new ways to give back to those who need it the most through the companies he invests in.

The homeless veteran population has surged over the past few years, as has the suicide rate. On average, the veteran suicide rate is 57% higher than the rest of the American population. “With statistics like these, donating to Cell Phones for Soldiers is a literal lifeline to help unhoused veterans who often don’t have a phone or any way to seek vital support, such as calling a suicide hotline,” said Jennifer Gooding of Narwhal Media Group, a spokesperson for the partnership.

The relationship between the two organizations started decades ago when Bergquist’s work caught the attention of Stephens. “I’ve known Rob since he created this incredible nonprofit when he was just a kid,” said Stephens, “The fact that it is still going strong 20 years later is a testament to not only the generous people and organizations that donate, but to his relentless dedication of making sure the charity thrived far past its inception. We at Vendidit are honored to be part of making the next 20 years even stronger than the first.”

About Cell Phones for Soldiers

Cell Phones for Soldiers is a national non-profit organization dedicated to providing cost-free communication services and emergency funding to active-duty military members and veterans. Since 2004, the charity has provided more than 400 million minutes of airtime to servicemen and women deployed around the world, by recycling more than 25 million cell phones reducing the impact on landfills. 

About Vendidit

Vendidit is a proprietary, end-to-end software platform that connects qualified secondary market buyers with retail returns sellers to drive maximum value for returns. The platform puts interested parties together seamlessly and simultaneously when returned products have the highest value. It was co-founded by renowned entrepreneurs John Paul DeJoria and Gary Stephens and other reverse logistics industry veterans who saw a problem to be solved: retailers have returns inventory they can’t sell efficiently, and secondary market sellers (who can move inventory for them) don’t have enough of it or an efficient way to procure it.  In five words, Vendidit converts limited inventory into cash.

About Gary Stephens

Gary is a visionary technology executive and is an industry thought leader in reverse logisitics. He is the imagineer of both Vendidit, launched in 2024, and Renew Logic, which he started from a single pallet of recyclables in 2016. His previous career includes work on the Windows 95 launch team, being head of Windows NT updates under Steve Ballmer and Bill Gates and building a third electronics recycling company from scratch to $400M. His positive contributions to ethical business practices and industry improvements led to testifying before Congress in 2018 about smart, diverse employment policies. Beyond tech, Gary’s diverse passions include race car driving, piloting and philanthropy – particularly helping dog rescues. He’s a proven leader, blending business acumen with a profound commitment to societal impact.

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Amasian TV Now on LG Channels: Your New Destination for Korean Dramas and Trendy Asian Entertainment

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FULLERTON, Calif., Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ODK Media, Inc., the powerhouse behind North America’s largest Korean streaming platform, is proud to announce its partnership with LG Electronics to launch Amasian TV channels on LG Channels.

Launching first in the U.S. and Canada in December 2024, Amasian TV offers over 200 fresh, premium movies and series, blending cultural richness with top-tier entertainment. Powered by advanced AI-driven analytics, Amasian TV ensures viewers always have access to trending, top-rated content.

Building on its reputation as a leader in Asian content distribution, ODK Media operates platforms like OnDemandKorea, OnDemandChina, and OnDemandViet, trusted by millions for premier entertainment. Leveraging its expertise in FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) and multicultural audience insights, ODK is expanding partnerships with top streaming platforms and CTV providers to cater to general audience who love culturally rich content.

“We’re thrilled to partner with LG Electronics to bring Amasian TV to millions,” said Young Cha, Founder and CEO of ODK Media. “This partnership represents a significant milestone in our global mission to deliver premium, localized entertainment. With ODK’s FAST expertise and LG’s platform, we are redefining the global experience of Asian entertainment”

LG Channels, is a free streaming service offering 300+ curated live and on-demand channels, including movies, TV shows, news, sports, and kids’ content. Available on LG Smart TVs.

With the launch of Amasian TV on LG Channels, ODK Media continues to pave the way for global audiences to enjoy the best in Asian entertainment.

About ODK Media0
Since 2011, ODK Media, Inc. has been at the forefront of connecting global viewers to premium international content. Through its owned and operated OTT platforms, including Amasian TV, OnDemandKorea, OnDemandChina, and OnDemandViet, ODK Media offers top-tier entertainment to diverse audiences. The company’s extensive global content network provides comprehensive end-to-end solutions, including content IP distribution, localization, and monetization, to global service providers, broadcasters, and theaters. For more information, please visit www.odkmedia.net.

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Malwarebytes Expands Corporate Go-To-Market Executive Leadership Team

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New leaders to Fuel Continued Growth and Expansion of Corporate Business Unit

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Malwarebytes, a global leader in real-time cyber protection, today announced the expansion of its corporate go-to-market executive leadership team. For its Corporate business unit, Malwarebytes recently hired Andy Singer as Senior Vice President (SVP), Marketing; promoted Lee Wei to SVP, Customer & Product in September; and elevated Jason Coville to Chief Revenue Officer in April. These newly appointed leaders will spearhead revenue, product, marketing, and customer success efforts to support the continued small and medium business (SMB) and managed security provider (MSP) growth.

“We continue to see tremendous demand for advanced, cost-effective, and easy to use cybersecurity solutions for SMBs and MSPs,” said Marcin Kleczynski, Founder and CEO, Malwarebytes. “Jason, Lee Wei, and now Andy have stepped into new roles at a pivotal time as we continue to innovate and invest in our ThreatDown product family. Their expertise and unwavering passion for our mission—to conquer threats and empower IT—are essential as we continue to transform SMB cybersecurity.”

These three executives bring decades of security and go-to-market experience. Jason Coville previously served as the unit’s Chief Sales Officer, as CRO he will be responsible for aligning sales and marketing, while driving growth and maximizing profits. Lee Wei, previously served as VP, Global Field Technical Solutions and Operations, as SVP, Customer and Product, he will be responsible for aligning sales, marketing, and customer success, while driving growth and maximizing profits. Andy Singer previously served in a number of security marketing leadership positions for both public companies and startups, as SVP of Marketing he is responsible for global go-to-market strategy and execution.

Since growing the executive leadership team, ThreatDown, powered by Malwarebytes has expanded its product offerings, grown its channel business and partnerships and received multiple third-party validation awards. In just one year, the organization strengthened its product portfolio with bundles, Managed Detection & Response (MDR) enhancements, ARM-based support and Security Advisor with AI. Malwarebytes entered new strategic partnerships with Connectwise, TeamViewer, Onecom, SuperOps, Climb Channel Solutions among others. Third-party validation continues to be a focus for the company with ThreatDown earning every MRG Effitas award for three consecutive years, alongside multiple G2 accolades including leader recognition for Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Managed Detection & Response (MDR), most implementable and best support.

To learn more about ThreatDown products and solutions, powered by Malwarebytes, visit the website, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

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Malwarebytes is a global cybersecurity leader delivering award-winning endpoint protection, privacy and threat prevention solutions worldwide. Built on decades of experience as the last resort to find and eradicate the latest malware, Malwarebytes is now trusted by millions of individuals and organizations to stop threats at each stage of the attack lifecycle, secure digital identities and safeguard data and privacy. A world class team of threat researchers and proprietary AI-powered engines provide unmatched threat intelligence to detect and prevent known and unknown threats. The company is headquartered in California with offices in Europe and Asia. For more information and career opportunities, visit https://www.malwarebytes.com.

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MAIRE SIGNS AN AGREEMENT FOR A JVC BETWEEN NEXTCHEM AND NEWCLEO TO PROVIDE HIGHLY QUALIFIED TECHNICAL SERVICES FOR THE DELIVERY OF POWER PLANTS BASED ON NEWCLEO’S 200 MWe NUCLEAR ADVANCED MODULAR REACTOR (AMR)

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The JVC will provide highly qualified technical services to newcleo for the delivery of design, critical equipment supply and project management integrationThe JVC will also look to offer its services to other SMR and AMR technology providersnewcleo will take a 40% stake in the JVC focused on creating new IP and performing technical services and NEXTCHEM will be granted newly issued shares up to 5% of newcleo’s share capital at pre-money valuationTECNIMONT (MAIRE integrated E&C solutions) will be granted preferred status as E&C solutions provider

MILAN, Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — MAIRE S.p.A. and newcleo Holding SA (“newcleo”) have signed an agreement for a Joint Venture Company (JVC) between MAIRE’s subsidiary NEXTCHEM (Sustainable Technology Solutions) and newcleo to develop a new generation commercial-scale power plant, based on newcleo’s 200 MWe Advanced Modular Reactor (AMR). According to newcleo’s plan, the first non-nuclear pre-cursor prototype of the AMR is expected to be ready by 2026 in Italy, the first reactor operational in France as of end 2031, while final investment decision for the first commercial power plant is expected around 2029.

 

newcleo’s LFR (Lead-cooled Fast Reactor)-AS-200 technology fully embodies the circular economy model using mixed oxide (MOX) as fuel (i.e. reprocessed nuclear wastes), in line with NEXTCHEM’s vision on circularity.

The JVC will facilitate and accelerate the development and commercialization of the “LFR-AS-200”, thanks to the synergic competences of the two shareholders in the energy industry.

Upon execution of binding agreements, newcleo will take a 40% stake in the NEXTCHEM’s newly incorporated company focused on creating new intellectual property (IP) and performing technical services. The deal will result in NEXTCHEM being granted newly issued shares up to 5% of newcleo’s share capital at pre-money valuation, subject to the achievement of certain milestones the first of which is newcleo’s entrance into the JVC, and the last being linked to the final investment decision (FID) by the first client.

NEXTCHEM will contribute to the JV skills, management and engineering competences and tools, as well as a dedicated commercial platform for the deployment of LFR-AS-200 projects, to complement newcleo’s ever growing expertise in the nuclear field.

The JVC will benefit from competences of both parties and create its own new IP. In particular, newcleo will develop the nuclear reactor for its own LFR-AS-200 technology, while NEXTCHEM will leverage its own distinctive know-how to enable the JVC to deliver the extended basic design, procure the critical proprietary equipment relevant to the Conventional Island and Balance of Plant of the nuclear power plant, and provide project management/integration services to newcleo.

The Conventional Island and the Balance of Plant are essential to convert nuclear energy into electrical power dispatchable to the grid or used to serve chemical districts according to NEXTCHEM’s e-Factory format, thus contributing to the decarbonization of the chemical industry by producing low-carbon chemicals and e-fuels.

The JVC will also provide integration services to other SMR (Small Modular Reactor) and AMR technology providers who are not competing with newcleo. This business model will serve the industrialization of the energy transition for any customer potentially interested in implementing power plants based on Generation IV nuclear technologies.

TECNIMONT (Integrated E&C Solutions) will be granted a preferred partner status for the delivery of projects, thanks to its state-of-the-art modularization approach to optimize construction and planning methodology, reducing time and costs.

The transaction is expected to be finalized by the end of February 2025.

Alessandro Bernini, CEO of MAIRE, commented: “This collaboration is a clear representation of our ability to offer a complete range of services for energy transition combining our innovative vision on sustainable technology solutions with our traditional competences in integrated engineering solutions. Today we set a further milestone in our progressive path to implement carbon-neutral chemistry models based on safe, reliable and competitive energy supply.”

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